Events – July 23 – 29, 2021

Posted July 23, 2021 | Compiled by Lisa McGinnes

COMMUNITY

7/23-25

Summer Horse Show Series
World Equestrian Center, 1390 NW 80th Ave.
8am

Hunter/jumper competition at all levels with a weekly $50,000 Grand Prix. Spectators are welcome. Visit wec.net for more information.

7/23

Marion Oaks Farmers Market
Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Lane
9am-12pm

Fresh vegetables, artisan food products and handmade crafts.

7/23

Marion County Friday Market
McPherson Government Complex, 601 SE 25th Ave.
9am-2pm

Shop locally fresh fruits and veggies, cinnamon buns, jerky, freeze dried treats, olive oils and seafood.

7/23

Interview Strategies That Get You Noticed
Virtual
10-11am

CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion will present strategies to stand out from the competition in behavioral interviews at this free workshop. Visit careersourceclm.com to register or get more information.

7/23

Reading With Rangers and Friends
Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St. King Jr. Ave.
11am

Park rangers, police or fire rescue representatives will host a free children’s story time. Visit ocalafl.org/recpark for more information.

7/23

Cooks and Books
Virtual
3pm

Belleview Public Library will host local author Marian Rizzo sharing “Plague,” paired with an exciting recipe. Call (352) 438-2500 to register.

7/24

Yoga in the Park Sholom Park, 7110 SW 80th Ave. 9am

Bring your own yoga mat for a free, relaxing class taught by a certified local yoga instructor. Visit sholompark.org for more information.

7/24-25

Partners of the Park Schooling Show
Florida Horse Park
8am

Equestrians will compete in dressage, stadium jumping and cross-country events to raise funds for the Florida Horse Park. Visit fb.com/partnersoftheparkpop for more information.

7/24

Ocala Downtown Market
310 SE Third St.
9am-2pm

A variety of vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, arts and crafts, rain or shine. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.

7/24

Bikers for Backpacks
War Horse Harley-Davidson, 5331 N US Highway 441

Bring donations of school supplies and backpacks for local children in need and enjoy a food truck, live music and a bike wash. Visit fb.com/warhorseharley for more information.

7/24

Summer Sunset Polo
Florida Horse Park, 11008 S County Highway 475
6pm

Spectators are invited to tailgate and bring chairs and a picnic for a family experience watching equine athletes playing the sport of kings. Visit ocalapolo.com for details.

7/26

Job Specific Resume Development
Virtual
10-11am

CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion will help you create a job specific resume in this free live workshop. Visit careersourceclm.com to register or get more information.

7/26

Connections With a Purpose
Tamarian Farms, 4615 NW 110th Ave.
5-7pm

The Ocala Horse Alliance is hosting a silent and live auction event to support Ocala Paralympians Lauren Barwick and Cayla van der Walt in their journey to compete in Tokyo. Visit ocalahorsealliance.com for more information.

7/27

75 West Networks Group
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala, 4100 SW 40th St.
9am

This referral networking program is an Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership business leaders’ group. Call (352) 817-6984 for more information.

7/27

Community Conversation
Marion County Public Libraries
10:30am

At this casual and considerate exchange of ideas, share a time when an animal made a huge impact on your life. Join the conversation virtually or at any library location. Call (352) 438-2500 to register.

7/27

The Shores Market
Silver Springs Shores Community Center, 590 Silver Road
5-7pm

This new weekly indoor farmers market includes farm fresh goods, artisan food products and arts and crafts vendors. fb.com/theshoresmarket

7/28

1 Million Cups Ocala
Power Plant Business Incubator, 405 SE Osceola Ave.
9:30-10:30am

Two local startups present their business idea to an audience of community entrepreneurs. Email ryan@ocalacep.com for more information.

7/28

Open House
College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Road
12-5:30pm

Prospective students can check out the Ocala campus, find out how to start their college journey at CF and complete an application with no fees. Visit cf.edu for more information.

7/28

Power Hour Book Club
Belleview Public Library, 13145 SE County Hwy 484
4:30pm

Join a discussion of Nora Roberts’ “Year One.” Call (352) 438-2500 to register.

7/28

Wednesday Midday Market
Ocala Downtown Market, 310 SE Third St.
1-6pm

Shop a selection of produce, meat, natural and handmade products and food trucks. ocaladowntownmarket.com

7/28

Agriculture Job Fair
World Equestrian Center, 1390 NW 80th Ave.
2-5pm

CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion will host a job fair bringing together several employers. Opportunities are expected to be ideal for those with farm or ranch experience but will also include other career positions related to agribusiness that cover a wide variety of occupations. Visit careersourceclm.com for more information.

7/28

FUNd Raiser
The Firehouse Urban Axe Throwing Ocala, 1043 NE 14th St.
4pm

This team challenge event invites individuals and groups to rent a lane for an hour of axe throwing to benefit the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Foundation. Visit fb.com/mcsofoundationfl for more information.

7/29

Interview Strategies
CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion, 2703 NE 14th St.
9-11am

This free, in-person workshop will help jobseekers learn interview skills to stand out from the competition. Visit careersourceclm.com or call (800) 434-5627 to register.

7/29

Farmers Market
Circle Square Commons, 8405 SW 80th St.
9am-1pm

Locally grown seasonal produce, baked goods, plants and more. Visit circlesquarecommons.com/farmersmarket for more information.

7/29

The Customer Experience
CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion, 2703 NE 14th St.
9-11am

This free, in-person workshop will help jobseekers learn about today’s customer service expectations. Visit careersourceclm.com or call (800) 434-5627 to register.

7/29

Reading With Horses
Ocala Downtown Market, 310 SE Third St.
10-11am

Gentle Carousel’s miniature therapy horses share books and free activities through their Reading is Magic summer literacy program for young readers. Visit fb.com/therapyhorses for more information.

7/29

Teacher Appreciation
Paddock Mall, 3100 SW College Road
11am-1pm

The first 200 teachers to present their teacher ID will receive free Chick-fil-A sandwiches, a goodie bag and other giveaways. Visit fb.com/paddockmall for more information.

ARTS

Now-8/5

Summer Spotlight XXIV
CF Webber Gallery, 3001 SW College Road
10am-4pm Monday-Thursday

The Visual Artists’ Society presents the 24th annual juried exhibition of works in a variety of mediums Central Florida artist members. Call (352) 873-5809 for more information.

Now-8/6

Summer Kids Film Series
Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave.
10 & 11am

The Marion will show kids’ movies on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings throughout the summer. Playing this week: “Moana” and “Ratatouille.” Visit mariontheatre.org for details.

Now-8/27

Summer in the Sun
NOMA Gallery, 939 N Magnolia Ave.
12pm-5pm Thursday-Saturday

For this juried exhibition, artists were invited to submit works based on the theme “What Does Summer in the Sun Mean to You?” Visit nomaocala.com for more information.

Now-9/25

Ready Set Go
Discovery Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave.
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm

This new, hands-on exhibit explores the many modes of transportation that move people and goods around the world with experimentation stations and activities including a toy engine auto garage and a kid-sized drag race strip with food-powered cars. Visit mydiscoverycenter.org for more information.

Now-9/26

Countenance
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd.
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm

A selection of works from the permanent collection examine the ancient tradition of portrait-making through a new lens. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.

Now-10/2

Works
Ocala Recreation and Parks Administration, 828 NE Eighth Ave.
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

This art exhibit showcases the works of Aliye Cullu, a painter and graphic designer who specializes in plein air landscape oil paintings. Visit ocalafl.org/culturalarts for more information.

Now-10/2

ART-CALA
Barbara Gaskin Washington Adult Activity Center, 210 NW 12th Ave.
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Artworks from Art Army Ocala were created by participants at the First Friday Art Walks during 2020-2021. Visit ocalafl.org/culturalarts for more information.

Now-10/18

The Game of Life
Ocala City Hall, 110 SE Watula Ave.
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

This new exhibit features works by Jacksonville-based illustrator and painter Elena Øhlander, who explores identity, gender issues, individuality and pop culture with a Japanese context. Visit ocalafl.org/culturalarts for more information.

Now-10/24

Highlights from the Equine Collection
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd.
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm

This exhibit of works from the permanent collection highlights more than 60 pieces which relay Arthur I. Appleton’s love of horses. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.

Now-11/7

A Breeze Through Fertile Gardens
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd.
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm

This collection of paintings and drawings by Andrew M. Grant are inspired by the four elements: earth, air, fire and water. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.

Now-1/2/2022

Alison Saar: Works from the Permanent Collection
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd.
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm

This exhibit of printed works curated from the Appleton’s collection showcases Alison Saar, an internationally acclaimed artist who incorporates spiritual and political themes. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.

7/23-24

Art in the Attic
Brick City Center for the Arts, 23 S Broadway St.
July 17, 11am-4pm | July 20-24, 10am-5pm

For this annual art resale fundraiser, the Marion Cultural Alliance invites the community to purchase “previously loved” treasures. A VIP Sip & Shop reception and artist market on Friday, July 16 at 5pm will offer ticket holders early shopping, bubbly and live music. Visit fb.com/mcaocala for details.

7/24

Classics and Cocktails
Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave.
2pm

This month’s classic film is “Funny Girl” featuring Barbra Streisand and the specialty cocktail is Hello Gorgeous. Visit mariontheatre.org for details.

7/26-30

Summer Art Camp: Art Animals
Virtual
9-11am

In the last week of this free camp, the Appleton Museum invites kids ages 7-12 to create art inspired by animals. Visit appletonmuseum.org to register.

7/27

Drawing in the Galleries
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd.
1-3pm

Bring pencil and paper or borrow them at the museum for a self-guided drawing session with optional instruction. No registration required. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.

7/29

Coffee, Cake & Community
NOMA Gallery, 939 N Magnolia Ave.
1-4pm

Jeff Jarrett
Locos Grill & Pub | 6:00pm

7/22

Orange Blossom Showcase
Orange Blossom Opry | 7:00pm

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