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Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Pathfinder Society for Teens

Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as ...

  • 12:30 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Branch Foundation Room: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Little Shop of Horrors

Book by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman Based on the film by Roger Corman, screenplay by Charles Griffith Directed ...

Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions

“Tell Me a Story” is the theme for summer where we’ll be long story songs! This class is EARLY to ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Cartoons and Crafts

Come join us every Monday as we watch popular cartoons, chat, and craft together! This program uses popular cartoon series from ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Teen Space) 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Newberry Parks & Recreation Mini Cheer Camp

We’re excited to announce our very first Summer Cheer Camp — a high-energy, one-day camp designed to teach the fundamentals ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Quite a Catch

Prepare to be amazed and entertained with a juggler who is dressed to impress! Ron Anglin is a professional clown ...

Summer at the Library: Reading 2 Motion SeanTmusic

Blend poetry and rhythm with global drums for a captivating engagement with the written word. Reading in Motion is a dynamic ...

Safe Kids North Central Florida High Springs - Station 29 Car Seat Check Up

A car seat is one of the most effective ways to keep your child safe while on the road, but ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 18586 Northwest 238th Street High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Spirit Led Art Therapy: The Art of Spiritual Growth For Girls Workshops

Spirit Led Art Therapy is offering FREE workshops for girls ages 9-15, designed to help inspire the next generation of ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Battle Royal

A special summer D&D event! Tweens and teens can explore combat in Dungeons & Dragons while learning from an experienced ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Teen Art Club

Interested in drawing or painting? Making zines or jewelry? Come try out new art techniques and have fun with new ...

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Reading Skills Summer Group

Our reading skills summer group is the perfect opportunity for young and struggling readers to keep learning during the summer! ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Carolina Kids Co-op: Gainesville Popsicles in the Park

Join us for a play date at the park! Meet CKC families, ask questions, and enjoy a cool treat on ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

The Knot Climbing Gym Kids Climb Free

From now through July 31st, kids can climb free every Wednesday between 10 AM and 2 PM. Must be accompanied ...

City of Gainesville Eco Buddies

Eco Buddies: hands-on education for toddlers and preschoolers. Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around ...

Alachua County Library Read with a Dog at Hawthorne Branch

Join us on the second Wednesday of each month. Ringo, our therapy dog, loves to hear a good story! Children will ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Art Club

Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity. We provide materials for you to make any ...

Alachua County Library Jaws Screening - High Springs Branch

Join us at High Springs for a summer screening of Jaws! Summer is the perfect time for a classic blockbuster, and ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Explore the World of Trees

Senior Forester Joe MacKenzie will tell us all about Florida trees in this kid-friendly program filled with cool facts and ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: STREAMtime-Princess in Black

Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math Come listen to a selection of our story, "The Princess in Black" by Shannon ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Summer Programming

Join us for unforgettable summer programming! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 5 pm-6 ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Youth Summer Wednesday Nights

We are a safe space, everyone is welcome! 9th-12th grade! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, ...

Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights

Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library

Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit organization ...

Summer at the Library: Science Surprises

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they ...

Summer at the Library: Snapology-Minecraft Gaming

Come join us as we bring Minecraft to life using LEGO bricks. Create your own world, including your own Minecraft ...

Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team B at Library Partnership Branch

You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...

Summer at the Library: Amazing Animals

In this educational adventure, learn about animals and their natural habitats as we get to see them up close! Jerry Walls' ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Fandom Club-High Springs Branch

Arts and crafts and fandom! At Fandom Club, we make arts and crafts, learn STEAM, find others like us, and ...

Summer at the Library: Summer Break Movie Matinee-Moana 2

Want to beat the heat during Summer Break? Join us for an afternoon viewing of Moana 2. Rated PG for ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Summer of Science

Come join us as we discover adventure through science! This summer we'll explore the science of colors & the stars. Each ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: ArtSpace

Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Sharks on Tap at Swamp Head Brewery

Take a bite out of Shark Week this year by joining us for a fin-tastic evening exploring the economic and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Multimedia Mix Up

In art, a medium refers to the materials used by an artist to create their work. Inspired by the various ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Open Studio

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. This week is Open Studio. Come find out what fun stuff will be available! Process art ...

Lanza Gallery & Art Supplies: Paint Sip Create Kids

Summer Painting Series for Kids. Ages 7 thru 16. Leave with a finished painting. Class size limited to 8 students.

  • 12:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Lanza Gallery & Art Supplies 23645 W US Hwy 27 High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: $35 per class, per person | All supplies and snacks included.
  • Website: www.lanzagallery.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Snapology-Minecraft Gaming

Come join us as we bring Minecraft to life using LEGO bricks. Create your own world, including your own Minecraft ...

Gainesville Circus Center Summer Camp Showcase

Each Friday over the summer, the Gainesville Circus Center youth summer camp produces a 45 minute circus show featuring arial ...

Alachua County Library: Let's Talk About It-Self-esteem

Join Planned Parenthood of South, East, and North Florida as they teach us about self-esteem! Come meet a community educator from ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101

Join the zookeepers for a 30-minute program and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about ...

Newberry Main Street Organization: Summer Splash Days

Newberry Main Street Organization is continuing the fun summer splash events during the summer. Join them on Fridays: June 13th, ...

Spooks N Sips Night Market at Heartwood

A free evening market at Heartwood on the lawn featuring 50+ spooky-themed vendors.

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.prekindle.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Newberry RC Park Friday Night Lights

Let’s get some racing in!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Newberry RC Track: 24880 NW 16th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free to spectate
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Wild Adventures Splash Island Nights

When the sun goes down, the party cranks up with the return of Wild Adventures Splash Island Nights! Swim, slide & ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA 31601
  • Cost: See website for ticket options
  • Website: www.wildadventures.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Young Musicians Showcase

Do you have a young musician in your life ready to shine? Are you part of a local youth band ...

Chief Theatre presents The Jungle Book

One of literature's most enduring classics is brought vividly to the stage in this exciting adventure of Mowgli, the Indian ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens FreshWater Fishing Clinic

FULL Kids ages 5-17 are welcome to join us in our first FreshWater Fishing Clinic. All kids will be leaving ...

Christ Central Sports Wrestling Camp

Wrestling Camp with Olympic Gold Medalist Brandon Slay, with open Tournament follow. Ages 4-18 July 12th Weigh-in 8:30am Registration Deadline July 6th Registration Fee ...

All Welcome Test and Tune at Gainesville Raceway

Gates Open at 9 a.m. Testing runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All-Welcome Test-and-Tune is a Gainesville Raceway test-and-tune program ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Race Car & Driver: $30, Crew: $20, Spectators (13yrs & up): $20, Children (12 & under): Free
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Celebration UMC Christmas in July

What better way to cool off in the summer than to think about Christmas! Mini-Christmas Bazaar will be ready to ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Celebration United Methodist Church 9501 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Florida Community Football Camp

Florida Community Football Camp: Giving Back to Florida, One Community at a Time!

Florida Museum of Natural History Family Discovery Camp: Archaeology

Take a journey through past to the present with Jen Green, archaeologist and curator of our South Florida Archaeology and ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $15 for non-members and $12 for members, per participant.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Saving Lives at LifeSouth's Pet Palooza

Mark your calendars- it’s a double life-saving event! Join LifeSouth Community Blood Centers on Saturday, July 12, from 9 am-2 ...

Taurean Green Basketball Camp

Calling all future ballers! Join us for the Taurean Green Basketball Camp — a free opportunity for youth to learn ...

Gainesville Juniors Youth Volleyball Club Tryouts

2025-2026 Club Season Tryouts 11-12U National and All 13-18U July 12-13, 2025 Saturday 11-12N: 9:30am-11 am 13-14: 12 pm-2 pm 15-16: 3 pm-5 pm 17-18: 6 pm-8 ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Little Awesome, Big Scoops

Join ACT for a hike at Little Awesome Preserve and on the way back into town stop at the High ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

High Springs Volleyball Coaches: Summer Volleyball Clinic

July 12th at the Hal Brady Recreation Center. 10U & 12U from 10 am-12 pm 14U & 17U from 1 pm-3 pm Hosted ...

Quinyon Mitchell Football Camp

Free giveaways, t-shirts, lunch, and performance training! We are thrilled to announce that Camp Quinyonomo Bay is just days away! We've ...

Ravine Gardens State Park Get Crafty with Vicki

Get Crafty with Vicki at Ravine Gardens State Park June 14, 21, July 12 and 26 from 10 am-11:30 am Meet at ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Program free with park entry, $5 per vehicle or $2 person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park: Summer Fun Series

Family fun activities and programs on select Saturdays at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park from 10 a.m. until ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Books-A-Million: Bluey Sleepytime Event

Bluey Sleepytime Event is happening on Saturday, July 12th from 11 AM-2 PM at Books-A-Million! Join us for a special ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Books-A-Million 6111 Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

City of Gainesville: Free Pool Day for Kids (at two pools)

Dive into July with Parks, Recreation and Culture Month! This July celebrates the 40th year of the National Recreation and ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Andrew R. Mickle Sr. Pool 1717 SE 15th St. and Dwight H. Hunter Pool 1100 NE 14th St., Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Mac’s Gifted Adventures Book Signing

Mac was just one of those kids, lucky in so many ways due to being gifted but struggling to find ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Book Gallery West 4121 NW 16th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Swiftmas in July at Swamp Head Brewery

Merry Swiftmas (in July)! Calling all Swifties: join us on Saturday, July 12th for a day at the brewery celebrating ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Printmaking

Open Studio! These are weekly self-guided printmaking projects in the CreateSpace. Every Saturday, the CreateSpace is open for self-guided printmaking projects. ...

Alachua County Library Explore Archer-Nocturnal Nature

Create a Newspaper Stuffed Owl and a Coffee Filter Bat, two of Archer's favorite night animals. The Explore Archer theme for ...

Blackadder Brewing Company Surf's Up Santa: Christmas in July

Join us for a sun-soaked celebration at Surf's Up Santa: Christmas in July, where the festive spirit of Christmas meets ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Blackadder Brewing Company: 618 NW 60th St. Ste A, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Summer at the Library: Making Moosic-Anna Moo

Travel with Anna Moo to hear songs and stories from around the world! Celebrate animals, people and our planet with ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch Dance Hall 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Exploring New Horizons

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the fly-by of Pluto by the New Horizons spacecraft! "Exploring New Horizons" looks at Pluto. ...

Two Hawk Hammock Happy Hour in the Barnyard

Happy Hour in the Barnyard Every Saturday from June 14-August 30, 2025 Open Mic, Jam, Food, Beer, Wine Kid Friendly and ...

Blackadder Brewing Company: MCU Trivia Night

For Honor, For Legacy, Wakanda! Time for MCU Phase 4 Trivia! Phase 4 Trivia will be based on the following films: 1. ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th Street, Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Chief Theatre presents The Jungle Book

One of literature's most enduring classics is brought vividly to the stage in this exciting adventure of Mowgli, the Indian ...