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“Cruisin’ Deep Time” Talk and Book Signing at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Embark on an ‘epoch journey’ at the Florida Museum of Natural History’s “Cruisin’ Deep Time Talk and Book Signing.” This free presentation features Alaskan artist Ray Troll and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Sant Director Kirk Johnson as they share captivating photographs and enthralling tales from their travels fossil-hunting...

Free

“The Archive” One Woman Show by Neta Pulvermacher at Black C Art Gallery

Black C Art Gallery 201 SE 2nd Pl #111, Gainesville, FL, United States

Neta Pulvermacher returns to Gainesville with her new work, "The Archive." When the last person who remembers is gone, whole worlds disappear forever. Israeli/American artist, choreographer and performer Neta Pulvermacher sets her riveting one woman show, "The Archive," inside this perforated post-memory landscape. In this multi-layered work, she explores her...

$25.00

Storytelling Meetup: “The Dating Game” at The Bull

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Self Narrate's first storytelling meetup of the new year will be February 20, 7:30 p.m. at The Bull. The theme of this meetup is "The Dating Game." With one week out from Valentine's Day, you'll have romance (or failed romance) on the mind. They want to hear your stories about...

Free

The Dating Game: A Self Narrate Storytelling Event at The Bull

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Self Narrate for stories about "The Dating Game." This will be one week out from Valentine's Day, so you'll have romance (or failed romance) on the mind. As always, themes are open to interpretation. So, how does this work? Storytellers are given 5-7 minutes to tell their story. The...

Free

Evergreen Cemetery’s 169th Anniversary

Evergreen Cemetery 401 SE 21 Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join a celebration of the historic Evergreen Cemetery. Established in 1856, Evergreen Cemetery is the only municipal cemetery in Gainesville and also functions as an outdoor museum with stories of local historic developmental importance unfolding at every turn on its more than 50 acres of land. During the 169th Anniversary...

“Real Men Make Soup” at High Springs New Century Woman’s Club

High Springs New Century Woman's Club 23674 US-27, High Springs, FL, United States

The GFWC High Springs New Century Woman’s Club invites you to “Real Men Make Soup” on Friday, February 21st – from 5 to 7 PM. Enjoy delicious soup made by the community’s great chefs. The menu will be homemade soups, sandwiches, rolls, crackers, beverages, and desserts for $20.00. Tickets are...

$20.00

Brews and Brains at Grand Scheme Brewing

Grand Scheme Brewing 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Come and enjoy a drink while you listen to 10-15 minute talks about glaciers, conspiracy theories, character likeability and more from some of the best professors at the University of Florida. The featured special presentation is from Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward! This event will be held at Grand Scheme Brewing...

Free

Florida Baseball vs. Dayton

Condron Family Ballpark 2800 Citrus Rd., Gainesville, United States

Be there as the Gators take on the Dayton Flyers in a three game series this weekend. Tickets start at just $7 and can be found at FloridaGators.com/tickets

$7

3rd Friday Concert featuring: Santa Fe Brass at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church

St. Patrick Catholic Church 500 NE 16th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Santa Fe Brass, a brass quintet will be performing a Night at the Movies concert with themes from Movies and TV shows both old and new. Please share and come out to enjoy some great music.

A free will offering will be taken up for the performers of the concert

Living History Honoring and Celebrating Black Pillars in The Community with The Matt F.M. Youth Ministry

St. Matthew Baptist Church 15712 NW 140th St., Alachua, United States

The Saint Matthew Baptist church youth is celebrating the accomplishments of their very own Deac. Horace (Skeet) Garrison and the A. L. Mebane high school alumni. You are invited to attend and celebrate. Night of Praise, Friday, February 21, 7 p.m. Community Forum: African Americans in the Workplace, From Slavery...

Free

Niyaz presents The Fourth Light Project

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Be immersed with Iranian-born Azam Ali and Loga Torkian’s Fourth Light Project, a trance-inducing multimedia experience inspired by the 8th century mystic poetess Rabia Al Basri. Niyaz mixes modern electronic music and state of the art interactive technology with traditional Middle Eastern instruments, a female whirling dervish, and ancient poetry...

First Presbyterian Music presents Celtic Landscapes

First Presbyterian Church 300 SW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, United States

Experience a live multi-arts excursion through Celtic lands. Join an immersive experience with images and live music. Be surrounded by scenes from Ireland and Great Britain while you listen to professional musicians on harp, bagpipes, and strings, joined by handbells and voices. The concert music spans a century from Danny...

Free

Jazz Fusion with Jonathan Scales Fourchestra with Dionysus

Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a spectrum of sound ranging from elaborate funk melodies to sophisticated jazz improvisation. Steel pan-led, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, and Dionysus to bring electrifying jazz fusion to the indoor listening room at Heartwood Soundstage. 

The Smiths (Robert) Tribute Show and Fundraiser at The Wooly

The Wooly 20 N Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Smiths (Robert) are back! 🖤 Friday, February 21st at 9pm. The show has a sliding scale admission with all proceeds going to benefit Jen Lipscomb and family. Rally around this amazing family while dancing your hearts out. DJ Blonde Ambition provides the best pre and post show goth dance...

$10

4-H FITA Archery at Easton Newberry Archery Center

Easton Newberry Archer Center 24880 NW 16 Ave., Newberry, FL, United States

In the State FITA Archery Match archers will shoot a classic 1440 FITA round. This target archery competition will consist of 72 arrows for Senior divisions and 36 arrows for Intermediate and Junior divisions. This target archery competition is shot over varying distances. Target distances vary by age and go...

USATF Masters Indoor Championships

Alachua County Sports & Events Center 198 Viola Dr, Hawthorne, FL, United States

February 20 - 23, 2025, experience the thrill of the 2025 USA Track & Field Masters Indoor Championships at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center as elite masters athletes from across the country converge in Gainesville for the first time in the history. Enjoy thrilling competition as top competitors...

Newberry Main Street Blues and BBQ Festival

Newberry Historic District 25320 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, United States

Bring your appetite for a day of delicious food, live music and family-friendly fun at the Newberry Main Street Blues and BBQ Festival. Cheer for culinary teams competing for awards with divisions for commercial and backyard chefs. Savor menus from BBQ and festival food vendors, listen to blues bands performing...

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Tour

Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, FL, United States

Join Dudley Farm and discover an authentic working farm owned by the Dudleys from post Civil War to mid-1940s. Dudley Farm is now a National Historic Landmark. Follow a Park Ranger or docent in period clothing as they talk about the homestead consisting of eighteen restored buildings, farm animals, gardens...

$5

Journey to Homeownership Seminar at Santa Fe College Blount Center

Santa Fe College Blount Center 401 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Embark on your Journey to Homeownership with at this seminar with Neighborhood Housing and Development Corporation. This isn’t just a seminar—it’s an experience designed to guide you through every step of owning your dream home. Upon arrival, you’ll receive your Homeownership Passport and walk the interactive road-like track, making stops...

Free

North Florida Outdoor Expo

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL, United States

Gear up for your next outdoor adventure with pro tips, equipment and fun activities with the North Florida Outdoor Expo at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center. Enjoy outdoor vendors, guided nature walks, natural resources education and activities for youth and adults. Tickets are available online.