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ART IN THE AIRPORT—Exhibit: The Art in the Airport exhibition features: “Many Faces,” showing paintings by Carlotta Daniels, pastels by Adria Klausner and watercolors by Elsa Kula. The exhibition sponsor is Ivey’s Grill. The show runs through November 7. “Boucias and Boucias” – oils by Arthur Boucias and watercolors by Gregg Boucias, November 24 thru February 6. More info 334-5064.
ART IN CITY HALL—The Art in City Hall exhibition features: “Awakening” showing mixed media art work by Dolorosa Kissaka and Nefertari Hilliard Nunn. The exhibition is sponsored by Xerographic Copy Center. The show runs through November 7. “Visual Feast” photographs by Renee Hoffinger, pastels by Martha Carroll, and paintings by Cathy Evers, November 24 thru February 6. More info 334-5064.
ART IN THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING—The Art in the County Administration Building exhibition features: “Pools of Light: Quilts for the Third Season” by Megha Morganfield and “The Flora of La Florida,” botanical illustrations by Susan Trammell. The exhibition sponsor is David Etherington, Attorney At Law. The show runs through November 7. “Artist Friends of Saint Francis” – multimedia exhibition including pastels, watercolors, acrylics, quilts and poems. November 24 thru February 6. More info 334-5064.
GAINESVILLE ARTISANS’ GUILD GALLERY—“Annual Holiday Show and White Christmas” –art from all members with many kinds of holiday ornaments. The show runs thru December 31. The Gallery features 50 local artists and craftsmen whose works include clay, wood, jewelry, glass, fiber, watercolors, graphics, photography and more. Unique gifts for all occasions. Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9a.m-5 p.m., Sunday 12-5p.m. 5402 NW 8th. Ave. in Greenery Square. 378-1383. www.gainesvilleartisansguild.com
HARN MUSEUM of ART—Exhibit: “The Park Avenue Cubists: Gallatin, Morris, Frelinghuysen and Shaw,” thru Nov. 30. Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday 1-5 p.m. More info 392-9826.
HAROLD’S FRAMES & GALLERY—In Wonder and Gratitude, John Moran photographs the nature of Florida. See the complete collection at Harold’s. 101 SE 2nd Place, downtown next to the Hippodrome. Tues. - Fri. 10:30- 5:30, Sat. 11-4. More info 375-0260.
MATHESON MUSEUM—This museum archives and features the history of Gainesville, Alachua County and North Florida. Gift shop and library hours: Tues.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., the 2nd and 4th Sat. 10-4 p.m. Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission free, more info 378-2280.
MCINTYRE STAINED GLASS STUDIO & ART GALLERY—Featuring fine arts & crafts by local artists in addition to stained glass lessons & supplies. Thornebrook Village Suite 11A, 372-2752.
THOMAS CENTER MAIN GALLERY—Art Exhibit: “Thomas Center Galleries Regional Juried Show” – variety of media. Show runs thru Nov. 16. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.- Sun. 1-4 p.m. 302 N.E. 6th Ave. More info 334-5064.
THOMAS CENTER MEZZANINE GALLERY—Art Exhibit: “Hands Work and Hands Play” - Lee Ann Dodson’s Art For Kids Sake, which will run thru November 30, 2003 in the Mezzanine Gallery. 302 N.E. 6th Ave. More info 334- 5064.
THORNEBROOK GALLERY—Handmade, showings of art glass, ceramics, fine wood, pottery and metal from American artists at Thornebrook Gallery. Thornebrook Village, 2441-6D NW 43rd ST. 378-4949. www.thornebrookgallery.com
For latest information on cultural events, listen to Classic 89 Arts Calendar or call Arts-Line 373-ARTS.
CLUBS
ADVENTURE CLUB OF GAINESVILLE— The multi-activity social group designed for everyone, all ages. We organize a wide variety of activities ranging from exciting outdoor adventures to fun social gatherings to stimulating cultural events, including kayaking, theater, sailing, dinners, hiking, concerts, hang gliding, movies, wind surfing, horseback riding and much more! www.actfl.com
ALACHUA COUNTY SINGLES—Dance & Social. Age 21 & up. Friday 8-11 p.m. University City Lions Club 377-9566.
BARBERGATORS—Men/all ages. Barbershop style singing. Tuesdays 7 p.m. Bethany Room, First Methodist Church. 419 NE 1st Street 377-6259.
GAINESVILLE AREA ROWING GAR— Masters is a club for adults interested in learning the sport of sweep rowing. No previous rowing experience is necessary. Open to adults ages 18 and up, average age between 35-50. Sweep rowing is a full body workout and easy on the joints! It’s a great way to meet people, work out and be outdoors. A Learn to Row class will be held on July 14th and 15th. For more info call 376-6319. sidetel@gator.net
GAINESVILLE CIVIC CHORUS—Gainesville Civic Chorus will host the Annual Messiah “Sing-A-Long” Friday evening, December 5th at the Highlands Presbyterian Church, 1001 NE 16th Ave at 8:00. Bring your Messiah musical score and sing with the GCC and orchestra, conducted by Budd Udell. As always, admission is free. Rehearsals: Mon. 7:20 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, more info 376-9930 or visit our web site at www.afn.org/~gchorus/
INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCES—Learn new dances from foreign lands. UF Recreation and Fitness Center on the main UF Campus. Friday 8 p.m. 378-3883
1ST KLASS KLOGGERS—Percussive dance for all ages and levels, modern and traditional styles. Beginning classes offered every six weeks. Wednesday and every 2nd and 4th Friday, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Carpenter’s Union Hall, 1910 NW 53rd Avenue. Kelli McChesney, National Clog Instructor, (386) 462-KLOG or www.afn.org/~kelli/classes.html.
GAINESVILLE NEW FRIENDS SOCIAL CLUB—Meets 1st Wed. of each month Sept. thru May, at The Atrium, 7:30 PM. Bridge, Bunko, Book group & Scrabble meet year around. Call 332 3387 or 333-3036 for full info.
THE GRAND SQUARES—All ages. Tuesday, 7 p.m. Carpenters Union Hall. 1910 NW 53rd Ave. Classes start in Sept. Lon Ligon, 377-1828.
WILLIS BODINE CHORALE— A 50-member community group. Rehearsals are Tuesday 7:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 419 NE 1st St. for an audition: Willis Bodine, 376-2636, and more info 378-3915.
OUTDOOR MARKETS
ALACHUA COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET —5920 NW 13th St, Gainesville, corner US 441 North & SR 121. Open Sat. 8:30-1 p.m. And at Butler Plaza Tuesdays till dusk, 371-8236.
HIGH SPRINGS FARMERS’ MARKET –Along the railroad tracks between Main Street and SW 1st Street in downtown historic High Springs. Features locally grown, fresh-picked produce, seasonal plants, herbs, and other products. Seasonal “Buy Local Block Parites” feature live music, crafts and food sampling. Open Thursday 4pm-7pm year round. Info 386-454-3950.
THE UNION STREET FARMERS’ MARKET —Open Wednesdays. 4-7:30 p.m. In bricked courtyard around Hippodrome. Produce, fresh fruit, veggies, berries, plants, cut flowers, baked goods, honey, beeswax candles. Live acoustic music & food sampling, 462-3192.
HAILE PLANTATION FARMERS’ MARKET —Saturdays in the Haile Village Center, 8:30 – noon.
SPECIAL EVENTS
ANNUAL BLIZZARD BASH—80 tons of snow, clowns, entertainment, rides, petting zoo, ice skating rink, and jolly ole’ St. Nick, December 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Gainesville Community Plaza. More info 334-5067.
DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN—New Year’s Eve Celebration with entertainment, prizes, giveaways, foods, vendors, ice skating and more, December 31. Gainesville Community Plaza. More info 334-ARTS.
GAINESVILLE RACEWAY—November Events: Wednesday Night Test & Tunes, Nov 5, 19, 26. Friday Night Street Legal Drags, Nov 7. Turbo Action Points, Oct 11. Special event: November 12: AMA ProStar Test & Tune (participants only). November 13: AMA ProStar Sunshine Nationals (rescheduled from Feb 28, 2003). November 14-16: AMA ProStar World Finals. Gainesville Raceway. 11211 N. County Road 22. More info 377-0046 www.gainesvilleraceway.com
HIGH SPRINGS—Model Railroad Show & benefit for High Springs Social Services, on display: model Railroads in all sizes. Admission: Canned goods for Social Services or monetary donation. 2 Christmas Trees on display will be donated to local families: decorated by Club members… Entertainment by local groups. December 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. High Springs New Century Woman’s Club 40 NW 1st Ave., more info 386-454-5365
THEATER
HIPPODROME— “The Santaland Diaries” – an out of work slacker is employed as an elf during Macy’s holiday crunch, through December 21. “A Christmas Carol” – a holiday favorite with Scrooge, Marley, the Cratichits and a host of Christmas spirits, through December 21. Tues. & Fri. 8:15 Sat. 5 & 8:30, Sun. 2 & 7:30. More info 375-4477.
THEATRE OF MEMORY—Located in the old Opera House above the Great Outdoors in High Springs, Florida. Call for details of schedule, all shows are Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m. Donation $7. The Great Outdoors (386) 454-2900.
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