Events – June 4 – 10, 2021
COMMUNITY
Now - 7/3
Magnificent Magnets
Discovery Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave.
10am-4pm
The new exhibit offers opportunities to discover the awesome science of magnetism and how it is used in everyday life as well as cutting-edge experiments. Open Tuesday-Saturday. Visit mydiscoverycenter.org 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, beginning with “The Little Mermaid” and “WALL-E.” Visit mariontheatre.org for details.
6/4-6
Summer Horse Show Series
World Equestrian Center
8am
Hunter/jumper competition at all levels with a weekly $50,000 Grand Prix. Spectators are welcome. Visit wec.net for more information.
6/4
Marion Oaks Farmers 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.
6/4
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.
6/4
Ten Warning Signs of Dementia
Ocala Public Library, 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd.
10:30am
Guest speaker Kathy Lockhart of the Alzheimer’s Association will present tips on how to begin a conversation about memory concerns. Visit library.marionfl.org for more information.
6/4
Reading With Rangers and Friends
Tuscawilla Park, 829 NE Sanchez Ave.
11am
Park rangers, police or fire rescue representatives will host a free children’s story time. Visit ocalafl.org/recpark for more information.
6/4
Corvette Show
Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd.
5:30-7:30pm
More than 20 classic cars from the Corvette Club of Marion County will be on display before the performance of “Million Dollar Quartet.” The car show will include a drawing for a pair of 2021-2022 season tickets. Visit ocalacivictheatre.com for more information.
6/4
Herb Garden and Pizza
Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St.
5:30-7:30pm
Adults are invited to make their own take-home mini herb garden and create their own wood-fired pizza with fresh ingredients from the Fort King Heritage Garden. Visit ocalafl.org/recpark for more information.
6/5
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.
6/5
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.
6/5
Brownwood Farmers Market
2726 Brownwood Blvd., Wildwood
9am-1pm
More than 70 vendors offer fresh produce and crafts. Visit thevillagesentertainment.com for more information.
6/5
Job Fair
Paddock Mall, 3100 SW College Road
10am-1pm
Meet retailers from within the mall as well as companies from across Marion County at this hiring event. Visit paddockmall.com for more information.
6/5
Mower and Myrtles
Nan’s Farms, 411 NW 106th Ave.
10am-3pm
The Florida Thorobred Fillies Club fundraiser will include a crepe myrtle sale and a drawing for an Exmark mower. Visit fb.com/filliesclub for details.
6/5
Classics and Cocktails
Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave.
2pm
This month’s classic film is the Alfred Hitchcock thriller “North by Northwest” and the specialty cocktail is A Simple No. Visit mariontheatre.org for details.
6/8
Medicare Part C
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) – virtual
10-11:30am
Learn more about Medicare in this free Zoom workshop offered online or by phone. Call (352) 692-5209 or email shine@agingresources.org for more information. floridashine.org
6/8
Novels at Night Book Club
Ocala Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
5pm
Join a discussion of Fredrik Backman’s “Britt-Marie Was Here.” Call (352) 671-8551 to register.
6/8
Campaign School & Community Leadership Training
Virtual
5:30-8pm
The Florida Institute for Political Leadership will host free, non-partisan presentations by state and local political experts, university professors, elected officials and community leaders. The training is recommended for individuals interested in running for local office or getting appointed to local boards and committees. Register at fipl.org.
6/9
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.
6/9
Be Scam Smart
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) – virtual
10-11:00am
Learn more about Medicare in this free Zoom workshop offered online or by phone. Call (352) 692-5209 or email shine@agingresources.org for more information. www.floridashine.org
6/9
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
6/10
Your Digital Footprint
CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion, 2703 NE 14th St.
9-11am
Does your social media footprint let an employer know you would be a good fit with their company culture? Learn how businesses are using social media at this free workshop. Visit careersourceclm.com for more information.
6/10
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.
6/10
Medicare Preventative Services
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) – virtual
10-11:30am
Learn more about Medicare in this free Zoom workshop offered online or by phone. Call (352) 692-5209 or email shine@agingresources.org for more information. www.floridashine.org
ARTS
Now-6/19
Spike Heels
The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, 1051 Main St., The Villages
7pm
The opening play of the Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol’s fifth season is a contemporary comedy exploring a four-sided love triangle in 1990s Boston. Visit thesharon.com for tickets and more information.
Now-6/21
People
Barbara Gaskin Washington Adult Activity Center, 210 NW 12th Ave.
9am-4pm
This exhibit of works by artist Shirley S. Wulff celebrates her memories, feelings and thoughts about collaborations with others. Visit ocalafl.org/culturalarts for more information.
Now-6/25
The Audience
Ocala Recreation and Parks Administration, 828 NE Eighth Ave.
9am-5pm
A new exhibit featuring the paintings of Ocala-based Emmeline Basulto, artistically known as Embot, reflect herself in representational and abstract forms. Her works are also on display at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center at 830 NE Eighth Avenue. Both locations are open Monday-Friday. Visit ocalafl.org/culturalarts for more information.
Now-6/27
Million Dollar Quartet
Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd.
2 & 7:30pm
This high-energy, smash-hit musical featuring more than 20 songs is based on a legendary 1956 jam session with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Visit ocalacivictheatre.com for show times and tickets.
Now-6/27
Luminous Worlds
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm
An exhibition featuring the large abstract canvases of Kristin Herzog, a Naples, Florida-based artist and former civil engineering draftsman. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.
Now-7/7
Spectrum of Creativity
Ocala City Hall, 110 SE Watula Ave.
9am-5pm
This student and emerging artist competition features the work of high school students and artists with less than 10 years’ experience. Visit ocalafl.org/culturalarts for more information.
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-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-1/22/2022
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.
6/4 - 30
Art in Bloom
Brick City Center for the Arts, 23 SW Broadway St.
10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday, 11am-4pm Saturdays
This new exhibition will feature art, created by MCA member artists, that evokes the wonder of flora, flowers and plants. The opening reception will be June 4 from 5-7pm and will include a drawing for the Horse Fever 20/20 Giving Collection. Visit mcaocala.org for more information.
6/4
Levitt AMP Concert Series
Webb Field, 1510 NW Fourth St.
7pm
The free outdoor concert series will feature JP Soars & the RedHots with Anne Harris. Visit ocalafl.org/levittamp for more information.
6/5
Free First Saturday
Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd.
10am-5pm
Enjoy free admission to the museum’s permanent and special exhibits and outdoor sculpture walk. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.
6/5 - 8/27
Summer in the Sun
NOMA Gallery
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.
6/7 - 7/30
Summer Art Camp
Virtual
9-11am
The Appleton Museum of Art is offering eight weeks of free, online themed summer art camps featuring art activities and live classes with a n art instructor. Visit appletonmuseum.org for details.
6/8
Appleton Book Club
Virtual
7pm
Join an online discussion of “The Art of Rivalry: Four Friendships, Betrayals, and Breakthroughs in Modern Art” by Sebastian Smee. Visit appletonmuseum.org for more information.
GOVERNMENT
6/7
Marion County Development Review Committee
Office of the County Engineer, 412 SE 25th Ave.
9am
The DRC votes on waiver requests, drainage/site plans, subdivision master plans, preliminary plats, improvement plans and final plats. Call (352) 671-8686 for more information.
6/7
Marion County Board of Adjustment Variances
Growth Services Training Room, 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
2pm
Call (352) 438-2600 for more information.
6/7
Marion County Commission Workshop
McPherson Governmental Campus auditorium, 601 SE 25th Ave.
2pm
An update on the SW/NW 80th/70th Avenue preliminary engineering report. Call (352) 671-8686 for more information.
6/8
Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District Board
Growth Services Training Room, 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
9:30am
Call (352) 438-2475 for more information.
6/8
Ocala/Marion County TPO Technical Advisory Committee
Ocala Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
10:30am
Call (352) 629-8297 for more information.
6/8
Ocala/Marion County TPO Citizens Advisory Committee
Ocala Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
3pm
Call (352) 629-8297 for more information.
6/8
City of Belleview Planning & Zoning Board
City Hall Commission Room, 5343 SE Abshier Blvd., Belleview
5:30pm
Call (352) 245-7021 for more information.
6/8
City of Dunnellon Historic Preservation Board
Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Dr., Dunnellon
5:30pm
Call (352) 465-8500 for more information.
6/8
Silver Springs Shores Tax Advisory Council
Silver Springs Shores Community Center, 590 Silver Road
6pm
Call (352) 438-2810 for more information.
6/8
Marion County License Review Board
Growth Services Training Room, 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
6pm
The License Review Board hears and investigate complaints regarding competency of licensed contractors. Call (352) 438-2428 for more information.
6/9
Marion County Code Enforcement Board
Growth Services Training Room, 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
9am
The Code Enforcement Board hears and resolves cases in which there is a code violation dispute. Call (352) 671-8901 for more information.
6/9
Dunnellon City Council Workshop
Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Dr., Dunnellon
5:30pm
Call (352) 465-8500 for more information.
6/10
Marion County Development Review Committee Staff Meeting
Office of the County Engineer, 412 SE 25th Ave.
8:30am
Applicants may discuss proposed or current projects with county review staff prior to meeting formally with the Development Review Committee. Call (352) 671-8686 for more information.
ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR
6/4
Charity Cox
Swampy’s | 4:00pm
6/4
Vivacity
World Equestrian Center | 5:00pm
6/4
The Big Bad
Ocala Downtown Square | 6:00pm
6/4
Jeff Jarrett
Shuckin’ Shack | 6:00pm
6/4
Becky Sinn
La Cuisine French Restaurant | 6:30pm
6/4
JP Soars’ Gypsy Blue Revue
Webb Field | 7:00pm
6/4
Miranda Madison
The Corkscrew | 7:00pm
6/4
Friday Night Live
Orange Blossom Opry | 7:00pm
6/4
Fareeza
The Keep Downtown | 8:00pm
6/5
Becky Sinn
Ocala Downtown Market | 10:30am
6/5
Petty/Nicks
World Equestrian Center | 5:00pm
6/5
John Johnson
Locos Grill | 6:00pm
6/5
Charity Cox
Ocala Downtown Square | 6:00pm
6/5
Rocky and the Rollers
Circle Square Cultural Center | 7:00pm
6/5
The Music of Randy Travis and Travis Tritt
Orange Blossom Opry | 7:00pm
6/5
Noah Hunton
The Corkscrew | 8:00pm
6/5
Becky Sinn
O’Malley’s Alley | 10:00pm
6/6
Jeff Jarrett
War Horse Harley-Davidson | 1:00pm
6/6
John Johnson
The Crazy Cucumber | 1:00pm
6/6
The Big Bad
Gator Joe’s | 2:00pm
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