The Department of Health is offering free weekly classes to help people learn about and handle diabetes with topics like balanced diets, meal planning, physical activity, prevention and more. Free clinical screenings will be available. Attendance is free but space is limited; reservations should be made by contacting Melissa Marino at (352) 644-2624 or Melissa.marino@FLHealth.gov
Various locations and times - The Salvation Army in Ocala will host these events: May 16th 10am to 2pm, open house at Center of Hope 320 NW 1st Ave.; May 17th 10am to 2pm, open house at Community Worship/Recreation Center and E.B.G.A. at 2910 NE 14th St.; May 18th 10am to 2pm, open house and view of Emergency […]
10am & 2pm - The SHINE organization offers free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare. These are available by computer or phone. For more info, shine@agingresources.org or call (352) 692-5209.
Large selection of fresh seasonal produce from local growers as well as baked goods, plants, handmade soaps and more; recurs every Thursday. Visit circlesquarecommons.com for more info.
These workshops from the Early Learning Coalition will focus on early childhood development. Resources provided, along with childcare and dinner; those who attend all workshops receive a $250 gift card. Space is limited; register at bit.ly/42jvvZg
An educational day about managing ponds to enhance their beauty and ecosystems. Includes presentations on aquatic plants, water quality, fish managements, using Florida-friendly landscaping and more. $25 ticket includes class materials and lunch, on bit.ly/42mdytD
This series of free weekly concerts is sponsored by the city of Ocala and Marion Cultural Alliance and includes a variety of musical genres. Bring chairs or blankets. Vendors onsite. For more info, ocalafl.org/levittamp
Volunteers can help by raking leaves and cleaning headstones at this historic cemetery near downtown Ocala. For more info, call Ocala Public Works at (352) 351-6723.
This trek through the park with rangers to learn about the animals that live there includes making animal tracks with Play-Doh and a visit from Rescue Ocala Wildlife. Free to attend.
A true farmers market where chickens, ducks, quail, geese, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes even ponies are available, along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Booth types vary, with occasional meat vendors, food trucks and other goods. Saturdays, weather permitting.
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain or shine; recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more info.
With kids’ activities, food trucks, bounce houses and more, the church welcomes families for a day of fun and entertainment. For more info, Bishop Sermon at (352) 687-1130.
Drum up your creativity and artistic side at this free drumming circle. Refreshments served. For more info, rainbowspringsart.com
Author and historian Robert Jacob talks about the real-life pirates who once raided Florida waters. Reception following the program. Admission free to museum members, $5 for non-members. For information, call (352) 236-5245.
This is the third year for the car, ‘cycle and truck festival, and proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County. Food and drink options, live music, vendor booths and more. For more info, facebook.com/warhorseharley or warhorseharley.com
This month’s seminar focuses on how to build a pollinator garden with expert advice from the Marion County Master Gardeners program. Onsite café, along with artists’ booths. For more info, see grumbleshouseantiques.com
Large selection of fresh seasonal produce from local growers as well as baked goods, plants, handmade soaps and more; recurs every Thursday. Visit circlesquarecommons.com for more info.
These workshops from the Early Learning Coalition will focus on early childhood development. Resources provided, along with childcare and dinner. Register at bit.ly/42jvvZg
The group was formed to help find, document, preserve and share the history of North Marion County. For more info, bit.ly/3OgHtPD
Welcome festivities take place on Friday and judging starts at noon on Saturday. Vendors with car items, arts and crafts, food and more; along with a Herb McCandless car clinic at 11am. Friday party tickets are $25 and include dinner. Free event admission; $10 parking fee. For details, go to floridamoparassociation.com
Food trucks, live music, kids’ crafts and activities, face painting and local vendors. Held the fourth Friday of each month. For more info, see ocalamarion.com or belleviewfl.org
This is part of the free Programs in the Park series and will feature the Bear Mystery Box to enhance learning.
A true farmers market where chickens, ducks, quail, geese, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes even ponies are available, along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Booth types vary, with occasional meat vendors, food trucks and other goods. Saturdays, weather permitting.
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain or shine; recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more info.
This celebration of veterans includes a tribute and guest speaker Howard Mautner, a 99-year-old WWII veteran. Food trucks and DJ music. Free to attend. For more info, bit.ly/3W6Vb9T
Step back in time and enjoy live music from Never Say Never and the Clueless ‘90s dance party. Free to attend; food and drink options onsite. For more info, homesteadparks.com
This luau for ages 21+ features music by the Mermers and Propaganjah, fire dancers, artists and vendors, food trucks and rum samples. Tickets are $20-$75 from bit.ly/3pO1WRR.
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