Arts

These weekly no-pressure coffee (and cake) klatches bring together gallery guests, artists, patrons, creative types and more. All are welcome. See nomaocala.com/events for more information.

The park hosts the All-American Music Tour and features Detroit’s bassist Eddie Watkins Jr. with his funk-based sound and five-piece band. A food truck will offer lamb or chicken gyros, chips and baklava, or you’re welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drink, along with chairs and blankets. Tickets are $15 and $25 from […]

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Florida artist Albert Bevilacqua focuses this exhibit on recyclable items turned into artistic statements about protecting the environment. Free to the public, this is part of the Art in City Spaces program. See ocalafl.org/artincityspaces for more info.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

This new exhibit from the museum’s permanent collections brings together an overview of 20th Century art, design, fashion, jewelry and more, focused on the unique movement of Art Deco. The collections include antique clothing, designed items, sculpture, posters, photographs and other artwork. For more information, see appletonmuseum.org.

These weekly no-pressure coffee (and cake) klatches bring together gallery guests, artists, patrons, creative types and more. All are welcome. See nomaocala.com/events for more information.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Florida artist Albert Bevilacqua focuses this exhibit on recyclable items turned into artistic statements about protecting the environment. Free to the public, this is part of the Art in City Spaces program. See ocalafl.org/artincityspaces for more info.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

This new exhibit from the museum’s permanent collections brings together an overview of 20th Century art, design, fashion, jewelry and more, focused on the unique movement of Art Deco. The collections include antique clothing, designed items, sculpture, posters, photographs and other artwork. For more information, see appletonmuseum.org.

These weekly no-pressure coffee (and cake) klatches bring together gallery guests, artists, patrons, creative types and more. All are welcome. See nomaocala.com/events for more information.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Florida artist Albert Bevilacqua focuses this exhibit on recyclable items turned into artistic statements about protecting the environment. Free to the public, this is part of the Art in City Spaces program. See ocalafl.org/artincityspaces for more info.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

This new exhibit from the museum’s permanent collections brings together an overview of 20th Century art, design, fashion, jewelry and more, focused on the unique movement of Art Deco. The collections include antique clothing, designed items, sculpture, posters, photographs and other artwork. For more information, see appletonmuseum.org.

These weekly no-pressure coffee (and cake) klatches bring together gallery guests, artists, patrons, creative types and more. All are welcome. See nomaocala.com/events for more information.

The city of Ocala hosts its annual competition, which has three divisions: high school students, artists with one to three years active experience and those with four to six years. Entries must have been completed in the past two years. The deadline is March 17. Entries can be submitted online at ocalafl.gov/StudentAndEmergingArtistExhibit, via email to […]

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

From Jan. 8-Feb. 5, photos taken of Silver Springs State Park using any camera or mobile device can be submitted to this contest. The contest is open to all ages and each participant may submit one photo per category: Color; Flora and Fauna; and People. Entries must be unpublished and submitted via email to appletoneducation@cf.edu

Florida artist Albert Bevilacqua focuses this exhibit on recyclable items turned into artistic statements about protecting the environment. Free to the public, this is part of the Art in City Spaces program. See ocalafl.org/artincityspaces for more info.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

This new exhibit from the museum’s permanent collections brings together an overview of 20th Century art, design, fashion, jewelry and more, focused on the unique movement of Art Deco. The collections include antique clothing, designed items, sculpture, posters, photographs and other artwork. For more information, see appletonmuseum.org.

These weekly no-pressure coffee (and cake) klatches bring together gallery guests, artists, patrons, creative types and more. All are welcome. See nomaocala.com/events for more information.

The two-act social satire skewers Florida living when Earlene, a true Florida cracker, rants, raves and sings about living in this crazy state. Tickets are $35. See reillyartscenter.com for more information.

Dive back into the ‘60s. Tickets are $34-$49. Check out obopry.com for more information.

Dive back into the ‘60s. Tickets are $34-$49. Check out obopry.com for more information.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

A free concert celebrates the new year with the “happiest music on earth.” Love offerings accepted. For more information, call (352) 237-4633.

The junior division features students who haven’t completed high school; the senior division has artists who have. Instrumental and voice artists will perform, and finalists each receive a $200 cash award. Two winners will go on and perform in March with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $10 from reillyartscenter.com

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Thirsty Cobbler, Ivy on the Square, ending at Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave., Ocala - A VIP reception with a special cocktail, an hors d’oeuvres buffet and then a screening of the award-winning movie “The Spitfire Grill” takes place to honor the Ocala Civic Theatre’s upcoming live stage performances. The play’s cast will be attending […]

The two-act social satire skewers Florida living when Earlene, a true Florida cracker, rants, raves and sings about living in this crazy state. Tickets are $35. See reillyartscenter.com for more information.

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

The City of Ocala, in partnership with Marion Cultural Alliance, the Ocala Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission and Ocala Juneteenth Celebration Commission, invite local visual artists to apply to paint double-sided metal street panels (eight-feet tall by four-feet wide) live during the 2024 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series. It’s open to artists currently […]

Missouri-born entertainer singer/songwriter Jim Stafford returns with songs that feel a bit Florida-esque, with titles like “Spiders and Snakes” and “Swamp Witch.” The evening is also sure to include “My Girl Bill” and “Wildwood Weed.” Tickets are $27-$42. Check out obopry.com for more information.

The Ocala Recreation and Parks Department is hosting this live music series, this month featuring The Lee Boys, an African American sacred steel ensemble. The series will take place monthly on a Wednesday night and will be free to attend. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Visit ocalafl.gov/sunsetsongsseries for band listings and more information.

Thursday/Friday at 7:30pm; Saturday/Sunday at 2pm - The Ocala Civic Theatre presents a pre-Valentine’s celebration of love in this musical “with a saucy wink.” Songs include “Defying Gravity” from ‘Wicked,” “Agony” from “Into the Woods” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love” from “All Shook Up.” Reservations are strongly encouraged as seating is extremely limited. Tickets are […]

This musical will be on stage Feb. 8-25 with 15 performances at various times. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for ages 18 and younger. Visit ocalacivictheatre.com for more information.

Marion Cultural Alliance and Marion County Literacy Council have partnered together to return the popular series “10 Things You’ve Always Wanted – But Felt Too Intimidated -- to Read.” March 4th at 5:30 PM Ulysses March 5th at 9:30 AM Tender Buttons March 6th at 12 PM Dante's Inferno March 7th at 6:00 PM The […]

Local authors Marian Rizzo and Mario Villella will be signing copies of their novel, “Road Trip,” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at Gabriel’s Christian Book & Supply, in the 40 East Shopping Center at 3506 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. Inspired by a true story, this zany but heartwarming “spring break” novel […]

This six-week session offer potters of all skill levels a chance to practice and develop new skills and techniques in wheel throwing through fun and functional ceramic projects such as serving sets, vases, or your own creative expressions. $210 for Appleton members; $245 for nonmembers. Fee includes 25 pounds of clay, glazes, and firing.

The CF Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a screening of “Polite Society" at the Appleton Museum of Art.