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 […]
This winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
The season continues with artists, performers and craftspeople. The square’s main stage will host music and there will be other entertainment on city streets. Food and drink will be available from vendors and restaurants. The event is free to attend. For more info, visit ocalafl.gov
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.
Master Gardener Sheldon Grant “dishes the dirt” on propagation and planting techniques that will inspire you for spring’s arrival. The event is free to all.
Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video are available at dunnellon.org/government/agendas-minutes
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. The zoning portion starts at 2pm. Agendas, minutes and video are available at marionfl.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
This celebration of Black History Month highlights local Marion County African American businesses and their impact on the community. This is a free event with light refreshments.
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. The zoning portion starts at 2pm. 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 commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Belleview government agendas, minutes and video are available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
The post’s auxiliary meets the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, contact Anna McCurry at (352) 895-8890.
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.
The topics and locations vary for these educational and fun series; this week is all about bees. Designed for kids ages 4 and younger, these hikes enrich and educate children about the environments in our city parks. Visit ocalafl.gov/recpark for details, dates and locations.
An indoor show featuring the world’s biggest breeds of horses: Clydesdales, Belgians and Percherons, all showing off their fancy footwork and pulling beautiful carts and carriages. Tickets start at $35 and food vendors are onsite. Free parking is available around Arena 5 and Expo 2. For more information, visit grandviewworldnights.com
Fast moving barrel horses and riders race to beat the clock. See selp.marionfl.org for more information.
This outdoor festival celebrates comics and more with professional cosplayers and circus-style entertainment under the big top, along with pony rides, bounce houses, a petting zoo and costume contest. Tickets start at $20-40 and VIP packages are available; free for ages 12 and under. For more information, visit comic-fest.com
With guest artists and actors such as Justin Cook, Nicolas Roye, Sarah Wiedenheft and others, the world of anime and cosplay comes to life. With a vendor alley and lots of artsy presentations, you can enjoy anime all weekend long. General admission tickets start at $30 and VIP packages are $150. Kids under age 10 […]
This annual fundraiser for the church helps with church programs and area charities.
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. The market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.
Marion County Animal Services holds a seminar on cat care and will have cats for adoption after the program. Check out bit.ly/3Uh2jS7 for more information.
Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video are available at dunnellon.org/government/agendas-minutes
Interfaith Emergency Services honors their 2024 Legacies of Love honorees: Wes Wheeler, Monica Bryant and the late Wayne McDonald. The fundraiser will help Marion County residents who need shelter, food and clothing. Tickets are $65. Visit iesmarion.org for more information.
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
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 […]
The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, minutes and video are available at marionfl.legistar.com/calendar.aspx
Hampton Aquatic Center, 255 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and NE 14th St. and NE Eighth Ave., Ocala - The city is offering free tire disposal for private citizens (not businesses) with a limit of 10 tires per resident. This service is for residents living within the city limits, and a driver’s license listing a […]
This renowned driving and show jumping event bring international teams of horses and drivers to splash through water hazards, navigate between cones and cover an outdoor obstacle course. There’s also a show jumping component, and this year, the youth division continues to nurture young talents. The weekend offers driving dressage classes, cross-country driving and arena […]
The Parade of Senior Services brings together more than 30 agencies to provide information about a wide range of services for senior citizens in Ocala/Marion County and surrounding areas, such as health insurance companies, long-term care facilities, services for the blind and social services offered by Marion County, like the board of elections, electric and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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.
A celebration of Marion County's 180th anniversary! There will be a variety of family friendly activities, from food trucks, to arts and crafts, and much more. Visit https://www.ocalamarion.com/events/2024-marion-county-day/ for more information.
The CF Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a screening of “Polite Society" at the Appleton Museum of Art.
Arnette House is excited to announce our Cash Giveaway Fundraiser! You could win $10,000 while also supporting Arnette House programs! There are only 300 tickets available, and they are going fast. The winner will be chosen live on Facebook on March 28th at 10 AM. You can get your tickets for $100 each at Arnette […]
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 […]
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.
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