Decade at Depot Park

Celebrate 10 years of Depot Park on Saturday, August 1, with a free evening of family fun, live entertainment, and delicious food! From 7–9 p.m., enjoy face painting and music from a live DJ. Then, from 9–11 p.m., don't miss a one-night-only performance by Hogtown Homegrowns, a local supergroup playing cover hits from the '70s

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Kids Day at the Park!

KIDS DAY AT THE PARK! Gold Head Branch State Park is calling all kids and their families to have fun at Kids Day on Saturday, May 9th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Family fun includes University of Florida Entomology bug petting zoo, crafts, music, prizes, wildflower planting, scavenger hunt, nature hike, and food vendors! The

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Kids Day at the Park!

KIDS DAY AT THE PARK! Gold Head Branch State Park is calling all kids and their families to have fun at Kids Day on Saturday, May 9th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Family fun includes University of Florida Entomology bug petting zoo, crafts, music, prizes, wildflower planting, scavenger hunt, nature hike, and food vendors! The

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Sidewalk Chalk: Creativity Without The Mess!

By Amanda Roland | July 10, 2025 | Blog , Local Fun
Sidewalk chalk! The ultimate crafting medium that isn't super messy and can wash off of ~pretty much~ anything! Here are some crafts that involve sidewalk chalk to keep your kiddos busy if they are bored from all this social distancing! Gather Your Supplies! Glitter Sidewalk Chalk Colorations Sidewalk Chalk Crayola Washable Chalk Draw Yourself Challenge

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father's day crafts

3 Fun Father’s Day Crafts to Give To Dad!

By Carrie Groves | June 9, 2025 | Articles
Father's Day is June 15th this year and you know what that means! Time to spoil those dads!  My husband is impossible to shop for, and if you have the same dilemma, then you might be thinking something homemade from the kiddos is what you need! I'm obsessed with Pinterest and have found great Father’s

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Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival

Mark your calendars for the fourth annual Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival! Taking place in the park-like setting of The Shoppes at Thornebrook, this two-day event showcases a diverse range of talented artists, including favorites from the Fall Arts Festival and exciting new participants. Visitors can enjoy artwork across various mediums, such as painting, sculpture, photography,

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Hoggetowne Medieval Faire: Hoggetowne Goes Downtown

For one magical weekend, the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire will come to life as Hoggetowne goes Downtown. This smaller scale event features many of the beloved highlights such as talented artisans and craftspeople, olde world demonstrations, exciting stage combat, medieval music and dance, royal knighting ceremonies with the King and Queen, and turkey legs! Contact Name:

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Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival

The Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival will have vendors, live music and display pieces from your favorite artists including paintings, sculptures, photography, glass works, wood carvings and more.

GFAA ARTWALK – GROWTH

Join GFAA for the last Artwalk of 2023 in celebration of our reception GROWTH. GROWTH is one of GFAA's 5 governing values, and the last exhibition we have for 2023. Don't miss out! There will be live music, hors d'oeuvres, and refreshments! . . . Funded in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.

4 DIY Summer Crafts to Keep You and The Kiddos Entertained

By Morgan Hill | June 21, 2023 | Articles
Now that the school year is over  it's time for some summer fun! Instead of turning to the TV to keep your kiddos entertained, break out the craft supplies and get creative! Here are 4 DIY summer crafts you and your kiddos will love! DIY S'mores Pot... If you’re feeling hungry If you are having an

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