WEC is hosting its annual Hat Party to celebrate this year's "running of the roses." The Kentucky Derby celebrates its 150th anniversary, a major milestone for the world's most pre-eminent horse race. WEC has an entire day of festivities planned. The Hat Party is scheduled to begin at 5 PM. Guests will be treated to […]
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at marionfl.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Ocala government agendas and minutes are available at ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
Normally meets the second Wednesday of the month; Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video available at dunnellon.org/89/Agendas-Minutes
The City of Ocala in partnership with, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission, Juneteenth Celebration Committee, and Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) is excited to be working on the 2024 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series. This will be our 8th year celebrating the series. The series is sponsored in part by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt […]
The annual Dock Jumping tournament is a two-day event for dogs and their handlers to compete in a variety of jumping competitions. The Ocala Dog Ranch wishes “May the distance be with you” as competitors will need a mixture of speed and dexterity to be successful. For more information on the competition events, as well […]
Celebration Church in Belleview is hosting an addiction awareness and prevention event. Substance abuse and other forms of addiction will be addressed, and people who lost their lives will be memorialized. In addition to people seeking help, the event will be open to everyone, with music, food, activities for kids, and a raffle drawing. Business […]
Marion County Rose Society will hold its 2024 Festival of Roses on Saturday, May 11, 10am-4pm, at Ft. King Presbyterian Church, 13 NE 36th Ave., Ocala 34470. Admission is free. Anyone who grows and loves roses is invited, as are those who would like to learn about roses. A Consulting Rosarian at the Q&A Booth will answer questions about growing roses […]
Eliot Kleinberg spent more than four decades as a reporter, including more than 33 years at The Palm Beach Post. In addition to covering local news, he wrote extensively about Florida and its history. He produced two history columns and more than a dozen books about the state. He also runs a blog on bad writing […]
Festivities include speakers, silent auction, live music, and dinner and dessert. Entrees will feature both meat and vegan options. Proceeds from the event will be used to support Democratic Party activities and candidates, help register voters and get out the vote in 2024. Individual dinner tickets are $100. Additional details about table sponsorship, silent auction, […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra as they present their annual Symphony Under the Stars. Maestro Matthew Wardell leads the orchestra as they play an array of songs. From orchestral classics to themes from hit movies and heart-warming melodies, the set list is sure to excite the crowd. Following the concert is a […]
Usually meets on the second Monday of the month. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday prior; agendas, minutes and video available from ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
A special screening of “Travis: A Soldier’s Story,” telling the story of Travis Mills, the Ocala native who incredibly survived an IED explosion after suffering major injuries to all four of his limbs, resulting in their amputation. Since then, he’s worked as an advocate for veterans suffering from PTSD and other injuries, founding the Travis […]
The City of Ocala in partnership with, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission, Juneteenth Celebration Committee, and Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) is excited to be working on the 2024 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series. This will be our 8th year celebrating the series. The series is sponsored in part by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt […]
Wildflowers is a tribute band to a Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, paying homage to the legendary Florida rock act. This show features performances of hits like “American Girl,” “Free Fallin’,” and “Don’t Do Me Like That.”. The show is meant to take you back to experience some of the best from the era of […]
Bring your preschoolers and introduce them to the world of art in this a special class for toddlers and parents, with a guided tour of the museum and fun arts-and-crafts activities. To register, visit appletonmuseum.org/education/museum-me-pre-k-program-9.
The council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Ocala government agendas and minutes are available at ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
You won’t want to miss this LIVE stand up comedy event featuring three talented and hilarious comics! Law Smith, Dan Weeks and William Sloan will perform on the beautiful and historic Marion Theatre stage for one night only! Visit https://www.reillyartscenter.com/events/the-marion-theatre-presents-sit-down-for-stand-up/ for more.
Get ready to be enchanted by the classic ballet comedy of Coppélia, where magic meets mastery on stage. Join the academy's celebration of grace, laughter and the captivating girl with doll-like eyes. There are two shows, a matinee at 2 p.m. and an evening performance at 5:30 p.m. For tickets, visit couerballetacademy.com
Experience India in an evening with a dinner theater performance brought to you by The Villages Asian American Club and The Indian Cultural & Education Center of Gainesville. There will be a selection of Indian food prepared by the Kebab House in Gainesville. Guests will be able to have henna pained on their arms and […]
v On the first Saturday of each month, the Appleton Art Museum hosts a free day of admission to see special exhibitions, permanent collections, and art made in the Artspace. One of the highlights of the June 1 event is a talk by artist Margaret Ross Tolbert at 11 a.m. Her exhibit, "Water’s Margins”, is […]
Dogs and their handlers will have a chance to compete in a variety of unique games, each designed to test the dog’s ability to swim, leap, or catch. Each game entered is $22, and day of entries are $25 per event. To register or learn more, visit ocaladogranch.com/home/the-pool-dock-jumping/dock-jumping-tournaments.
Guests 21+ can sample from a menu of mimosas and mingle with other guests at this event in the NOMA Black Box. A DJ will be on site. General admission tickets include a voucher for one free mimosa, and VIP tickets include vouchers for three, along with a special event t-shirt. For more information and […]
The Barbergators return for a rousing rendition of timeless doo-wop and pop. Since 1973, this Gainesville-based barbershop quartet has been entertaining audiences and brining “harmony” to the community. Tickets are $10 for kids and $25 for adults. Go to bit.ly/4dWvyB7 to learn more.
The first step for new development projects, the committee reviews and votes on waiver requests to the Land Development Code, major site plans and subdivision plans. The committee meets weekly on Mondays. See marionfl.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for agendas and minutes.
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at marionfl.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at marionfl.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Ocala government agendas and minutes are available at ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Ocala government agendas and minutes are available at ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The commission the first and third Tuesday of the month. Belleview government agendas, minutes and video are available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
The Florida Department of Health in Marion County will be hosting a hands-only CPR class in Ocala. The class will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on June 5, 2024, at the Florida Department of Health in Marion County at 1801 SE 32 Ave. To learn more about the class, contact Community Health […]
Circle of Red is Go Red for Women’s annual giving society. Manal Fakhoury and Jane Moerlie will co-chair the local Circle of Red society this year. The signing event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 3110 SE 17th Court, Ocala. Those who join the Circle of Red will attend special events and VIP […]
The country singer will perform an intimate acoustic show. Debuting with the album “Did I Shave My Legs for This,” which peaked at number 10 on the US Billboard 200 in 1997 and one of highest performing country records of the ‘90s, Carter has been a revolutionary figure for women in country music. She’s now […]
Named “The Best New Impressionist” by the “New York Times,” Fischer’s comedy has been featured on “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert and “Last Week Tonight” with John Oliver. He’s also been a headlining performer at the NY Comedy Festival and is a frequent guest at the famous Comedy Cellar. Based in New York, Fischer […]
The first step for new development projects, the committee reviews and votes on waiver requests to the Land Development Code, major site plans and subdivision plans. The committee meets weekly on Mondays. See marionfl.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for agendas and minutes.
Usually meets on the second Monday of the month. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday prior; agendas, minutes and video available from ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
Normally meets the second Wednesday of the month; Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video available at dunnellon.org/89/Agendas-Minutes
Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video are available at dunnellon.org/government/agendas-minutes
Presented by The Sircle Inc., this black-tie gala celebrates the past, present, and future of African Americans. Featuring keynote speaker Rev. Dr. Joy L. Gallmon, former pastor at St. Paul AME Church, along with music by DJ Tony and performances by Orlando-based dance troupe Be Heard Through Movement. Three high school seniors will be awarded […]
The first step for new development projects, the committee reviews and votes on waiver requests to the Land Development Code, major site plans and subdivision plans. The committee meets weekly on Mondays. See marionfl.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for agendas and minutes.
The council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Ocala government agendas and minutes are available at ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
Even though he appears as a bootleg whisky maker on the Discovery Channel series “Moonshiners,” Beaz style of comedy is good for the whole family. Beaz is a performing comedian currently touring the nation on his “Official Bootleg Tour.” The Alabama native and southern “everyman” is based in Nashville and performs regularly at the Grand […]
Get ready for a paw-some fun at the Ocala Pet Palooza! Expect thrilling pet parades, fun contests, dynamic agility courses, and cool prizes. Unleash the fun with a variety of pet products and adoption chances. A must-visit event for every pet enthusiast! For more information, visit https://www.bmgevents.com/ocalapet.html.
Thespians are wanted for a variety of roles at Ocala Civic Theatre’s upcoming production of “Cinderella.” The classic fairy tale has been adapted many times in film, television, literature and more. OCT’s production is a re-imagining of the 1957 musical written by Rodgers & Hammerstein, the duo behind many famous Broadway musicals. For more information, […]
The first step for new development projects, the committee reviews and votes on waiver requests to the Land Development Code, major site plans and subdivision plans. The committee meets weekly on Mondays. See marionfl.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for agendas and minutes.
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