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Exhibit Bolsters Gainesville’s Cuban Connections

The Thomas Center Galleries debuts its new Main Gallery exhibit titled “82° W / Six Degrees of Separation,” spotlighting the work of eight Cuban artists…

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The Wait is Over for A-town’s ‘Waiting for Godot’

The Acrosstown Repertory Theatre is staging Samuel Beckett’s absurd classic beginning this week. According to director Jessica Arnold, it’s a play that might make you…

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Satanic Sock Puppet Rules Hilarious ‘Hand to God’

The Hippodrome Theatre’s outrageous stage production, which opens this week, might make you wince or laugh with guilty pleasure. Just be sure to leave the…

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Downtown Clubs, Eateries Ready to Ring In 2017

Gainesville’s official New Year’s Eve party returns to Bo Diddley Plaza this year, but several clubs and restaurants will also have special celebrations as we…

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First Magnitude Fundraiser Aids Satchel’s Crew

The downtown brewery is stepping up to the plate this holiday season by throwing a benefit concert on Friday to help three employees whose jobs…

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Dance Alive Continues ‘Nutcracker’ Tradition

For the 51st year in a row, Gainesville’s professional ballet company presents the holiday spectacle — featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic music — onstage at the Curtis…

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Acrosstown Theatre Puts Playwrights in Spotlight

Six stage readings, all created by local playwrights, will take place over four days this weekend at the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre on South Main Street….

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Holiday Artwalk Features DNA Gallery Reception

Nava Ottenberg and Eric Bushnell will be among the artists showcased tonight during Artwalk Gainesville. They will have an opening reception at the DNA by…

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Gourmet Sandwich Shop Keeping It All in Family

Three longtime Gainesville area chefs — all related — are combining their talents to open Piper Gi’s, specializing in hand-crafted soups and sandwiches. The restaurant…

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Giving Thanks Where Thanks is Due

Have you taken a look around downtown Gainesville lately? New eateries and other small businesses are opening on an almost-weekly basis. Fascinating exhibits are on…

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