The Union Street Farmers Market is at Bo Diddley Plaza every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Get your seasonal veggies, baked goods, bread, pretzels, prepared food, local art, and more!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The University of Florida’s World Music Ensembles present a “Free Fridays” concert at the Bo Diddley Plaza Friday, Oct. 25 at 8 p.m. The event features student and faculty musicians and dancers from UF’s College of the Arts.
The event also features Maharajah Flamenco Trio in concert with students and faculty artists from UF. Maharajah Flamenco Trio is a world music group of Romanian, American and Cuban-Iranian musicians who perform a unique musical style that blends the flamenco music of Spain and Middle Eastern music with Latin American flair and Australian aboriginal didgeridoo. The Maharajah Flamenco Trio delivers a moving and dynamic expression of flamenco nuevo (new or "modern" flamenco), by blending traditional Spanish rhythms with jazz, classical and world music.
The groups performing include:
· Sunshine Steelers (steel drum band) - Director Kenneth Broadway
· Pazeni Sauti Africa Choir - Director Elijah Adongo
· Jacaré Brazil (Brazilian traditional and popular music), Director Welson Tremura assisted by Kenneth Metzker
· Agbedidi Africa (West African dance and drum ensemble), Directors Augusto Soledade, Trent Williams and Jason Aryeh
· Maharajah Flamenco Trio with Silviu Ciulei (flamenco guitar and voice), David Cobb (electric bass), and Ramin Yazdanpanah (cajón, Australian didgeridoo, dumbek and various percussion)
The Center for World Arts (CWA) at the University of Florida promotes artistic diversity, linking local and global communities through the arts. Through an innovative infrastructure featuring performance, curriculum, media, research and outreach, the center advances interdisciplinary perspectives in the arts. In addition, the CWA provides intercultural academic arts programs open to all UF students, including significant arts practice and performance opportunities for students pursuing degrees in the School of Music and the School of Theatre and Dance. To find out more about the center, visit their website at http://www.arts.ufl.edu/cwa/.
Join Tan Shakti (RYT) for a relaxing open air yoga class in the plaza. This class is based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga which integrates mind, body, energy, and breath. We will practice basic postures/exercises that focus on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control.
All levels, including beginners are welcome to join. Dress comfortably, bring your yoga mat, and any props you may need.
This class is taught for free, donations appreciated.
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
The Union Street Farmers Market is at Bo Diddley Plaza every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Get your seasonal veggies, baked goods, bread, pretzels, prepared food, local art, and more!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
Love to dance and feel better in your body? Want to strengthen and relax? This is the class for you!
Join Sarit and Liz to a morning of dance, stretching, strengthening, and relaxation. Class is open to participants of all levels. Comfortable clothing, a bottle of water, and a yoga mat recommended.
Nia is a mindful dance class that is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness, Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure and well being. Learn more at https://m.facebook.com/NiaGainesville/
Yoga is a physical, spiritual, and mental practice designed for all people. No experience necessary. Learn more about Liz’s offerings at lizgetman.com .
Gazzelli Sport Vintage Presents:
" The Florida Vintage Market "
- Sunday November 10th
-1:00pm - 6pm
- Bo Diddley Plaza Gainesville
*Free All Ages Event*
#TFVM is a unique shopping experience in the heart of Gainesville where you will enjoy a variety of vendors curating some of the best in vintage garments, jewelry, and handmade goods!
•Reserve your booth today•
**Limited Spots Available**
-Vendors-
Gazzelli Sport Vintage
Le'buat
Wonda's Wicks
Radha's Kitchen
More Vendors TBA
Register please email gazzellisportsvintage@gmail.com for availability!
North Florida’s art scene swings into high gear on Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, November 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the highly acclaimed 38th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show.
The streets of historic downtown Gainesville, from City Hall to the Hippodrome State Theatre will be transformed into a celebration of art and creativity complete with live music, performing arts and a spectacular array of food. More than 100,000 art lovers will fill the streets to enjoy and purchase one-of-a-kind artwork.
The festival features 240 local and national artists displaying original oils and acrylics, vibrant watercolors, unique sculptures, dazzling jewelry, decorative ceramics and vivid photography.
Children can create their own art at the Imagination Station, a free hands-on art activity area including sidewalk-chalk drawing, painting, mask design, puppet creation, clay sculpting and interactive entertainment.
For music lovers enjoy continuous, live entertainment on four stages by local bands, solo musicians and dance companies.
North Florida’s art scene swings into high gear on Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, November 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the highly acclaimed 38th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show.
The streets of historic downtown Gainesville, from City Hall to the Hippodrome State Theatre will be transformed into a celebration of art and creativity complete with live music, performing arts and a spectacular array of food. More than 100,000 art lovers will fill the streets to enjoy and purchase one-of-a-kind artwork.
The festival features 240 local and national artists displaying original oils and acrylics, vibrant watercolors, unique sculptures, dazzling jewelry, decorative ceramics and vivid photography.
Children can create their own art at the Imagination Station, a free hands-on art activity area including sidewalk-chalk drawing, painting, mask design, puppet creation, clay sculpting and interactive entertainment.
For music lovers enjoy continuous, live entertainment on four stages by local bands, solo musicians and dance companies.
More Information TBA
For Vendor Information Contact
Charlie Lybrand: charlielf@msn.com
We are very excited for this event! We will have two workshops from two very special guests - Mestre Betinho from Karakara and Contra-Mestre Lobinho from Cordao de Ouro. Each will give a workshop for beginners and advanced! Then lots of roda after! Other confirmed guest teachers will be posted as we get closer. Bring your axe' and good vibes. Click on “LEARN MORE” for ticket information.
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
Join Tan Shakti (RYT) for a relaxing open air yoga class in the plaza. This class is based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga which integrates mind, body, energy, and breath. We will practice basic postures/exercises that focus on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control.
All levels, including beginners are welcome to join. Dress comfortably, bring your yoga mat, and any props you may need.
This class is taught for free, donations appreciated.
The Savants of Soul are a nine-piece Motown soul band built on a foundation of blues, soul, jazz, rock ’n’ roll, punk and ska. In 2015, the band released the EP “Sunday Best,” which followed the release of 2014's full-length LP “Downtown Sound.” The band has performed at notable festivals, such as Suwannee Hulaween (2016), the Red Gorilla Festival at South by Southwest (2017) and at the Gasparilla Festival this past March. The Savants of Soul have been featured alongside Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires, Benjamin Booker, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, The Original Wailers and Thomas Wynn & The Believers.
According to the band, “Soul music, like all great American popular music, is the blues cleaned up for a specific audience. In this case, divorced from its rigid 12-bar structure and filtered through jazz with a healthy dollop of rock ‘n’ roll, it retains its gritty heart but moves from the delta into the city as dance music. The Savants of Soul, in this tradition of genre melding, have taken southern deep soul and seasoned it with Motown, added some punk energy, jazz and modern R&B to end up with a sound that reveres its traditions without slavishly emulating them. The Savants of Soul are here to spread their gospel their way.”
The Savants of Soul are Justin McKenzie (lead vocals), Will Campbell (guitar), John Gray Shermyen (bass), Zachary Emerson (keyboards), Alexander Klausner (drums), Mandy Ferwerda (trumpet/vocals), Jacob Armstrong (trombone), Jordan Jones (tenor saxophone) and Ray Vigil (baritone saxophone).
“Free Fridays” is presented by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department and funded in part by a Tourist Development Tax Grant from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, in conjunction with the Alachua County Tourist Development Council. The entire “Free Fridays” 2019 schedule can be viewed at www.freefridaysgnv.com. The Bo Diddley Plaza is located at 111 E. University Ave. in downtown Gainesville. For general information, contact Russell Etling, cultural affairs manager, at etlingrh@cityofgainesville.org or 352-393-8532. For more information about this event, please contact David Ballard at ballarddg@cityofgainesville.org or 352-393-8746.
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
The Union Street Farmers Market is at Bo Diddley Plaza every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Get your seasonal veggies, baked goods, bread, pretzels, prepared food, local art, and more!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
Join Tan Shakti (RYT) for a relaxing open air yoga class in the plaza. This class is based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga which integrates mind, body, energy, and breath. We will practice basic postures/exercises that focus on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control.
All levels, including beginners are welcome to join. Dress comfortably, bring your yoga mat, and any props you may need.
This class is taught for free, donations appreciated.
Come out and start your day off right with a unique and diverse movement practice that will help you release tension, clear your mind, loosen your body, and experience a boost of energy for your day!
This FREE session will feature a variety of dynamic movements, stretches, and flows that are inspired by yoga and Qigong.
The instructor emphasizes the following principles to help each student get the most out of their movement practice:
a. Exploring the body with curiosity
b. Saying "Hello" to each part of the body
c. Finding diversity in each movement / stretch
d. Connecting with your breath
e. Finding your "edge"
Morning Movement starts at 9 am. Music selection will be Jazzy, Funky, and more! Children are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
The “Free Fridays” Concert Series presents Michael Derry and Friends, who play a tribute to the music of Jimi Hendrix at Bo Diddley Plaza Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame called Hendrix, "arguably the greatest instrumentalist in the history of rock music." His mainstream career spanned only four years, but his proficiency and experimental style on the electric guitar earned him the reputation as one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time.
Michael Derry says, “His music defied category. Hendrix said, ‘My music isn't pop, it's me. My guitar is my notes, regardless of where they came from. I have not set out to produce a commercial sound...’ And he didn't. In this performance, we hope to share a glimmer of his extraordinary talents and his fun.”
Michael Derry (guitar/vocals) is joined by Paco (guitar/vocals), Lothar Weinmann (guitar/vocals), Ron Thomas (bass/vocals) and Rob Thornton (drums)
The Hendrix tribute concert is one of the select “Free Fridays” classic rock concerts that are sponsored by classic rock radio station WIND-FM (92.5, 95.5, 107.9).
Free Fridays” is presented by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department and funded in part by a Tourist Development Tax Grant from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, in conjunction with the Alachua County Tourist Development Council. The entire “Free Fridays” 2019 schedule can be viewed at www.freefridaysgnv.com. The Bo Diddley Plaza is located at 111 E. University Ave. in downtown Gainesville. For general information, contact Russell Etling, cultural affairs manager, at etlingrh@cityofgainesville.org or 352-393-8532. For more information about this event, please contact David Ballard at ballarddg@cityofgainesville.org or 352-393-8746.
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
The Union Street Farmers Market is at Bo Diddley Plaza every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Get your seasonal veggies, baked goods, bread, pretzels, prepared food, local art, and more!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
Join Tan Shakti (RYT) for a relaxing open air yoga class in the plaza. This class is based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga which integrates mind, body, energy, and breath. We will practice basic postures/exercises that focus on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control.
All levels, including beginners are welcome to join. Dress comfortably, bring your yoga mat, and any props you may need.
This class is taught for free, donations appreciated.
Gazzelli Sport Vintage Presents:
" The Florida Vintage Market "
- Sunday October 6th
-1:00pm - 6pm
- Bo Diddley Plaza Gainesville
*Free All Ages Event*
#TFVM is a unique shopping experience in the heart of Gainesville a where you will enjoy a variety of vendors curating some of the best in vintage garments, jewelry, and handmade goods!
•Reserve your booth today•
Come out and start your day off right with a unique and diverse movement practice that will help you release tension, clear your mind, loosen your body, and experience a boost of energy for your day!
This FREE session will feature a variety of dynamic movements, stretches, and flows that are inspired by yoga and Qigong.
The instructor emphasizes the following principles to help each student get the most out of their movement practice:
a. Exploring the body with curiosity
b. Saying "Hello" to each part of the body
c. Finding diversity in each movement / stretch
d. Connecting with your breath
e. Finding your "edge"
Morning Movement starts at 9 am. Music selection will be Jazzy, Funky, and more! Children are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
Every Saturday in January, join us at BDP for a free Capoeira class! Capoeira is a type of Brazilian Martial Arts that is combination dance and acrobatics. These classes will be fun and educational. Kids, teens and adults love it!
The City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department presents Gumbo Limbo Cajun Band at the “Free Fridays” Concert Series Friday, Oct. 4 at Bo Diddley Plaza.
Gumbo Limbo plays the Cajun, Creole and zydeco dance music of Louisiana. They have performed at dances, festivals, parties and other events throughout Florida for more than three decades. In addition to serving up classic and contemporary Cajun waltzes and bouncy two-steps, they pump out a throbbing groove of zydeco and blues born from Creole culture. Their sweet and soulful swamp pop and classic country injected with spicy Louisiana accordion never fails to put folks in a honky-tonk state of mind.
Gumbo Limbo is Mike Stapleton (button accordion, fiddle and vocals), Marietta Massey (percussion and vocals), David Massey (fiddle and vocals), Susan Marynowski (drums and vocals), Bill Paine (guitar), Bob Stone (steel guitar and vocals) and Rob Blount (electric bass).
“Free Fridays” is presented by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department, and funded in part by a Tourist Development Tax Grant from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, in conjunction with the Alachua County Tourist Development Council. The entire “Free Fridays” 2019 schedule can be viewed at www.freefridaysgnv.com. The Bo Diddley Plaza is located at 111 E. University Ave. in downtown Gainesville. For general information, contact Russell Etling, cultural affairs manager, at etlingrh@cityofgainesville.org or 352-393-8532. For more information about this event, please contact David Ballard at ballarddg@cityofgainesville.org or 352-393-8746.
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
The Union Street Farmers Market is at Bo Diddley Plaza every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Get your seasonal veggies, baked goods, bread, pretzels, prepared food, local art, and more!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
Join Tan Shakti (RYT) for a relaxing open air yoga class in the plaza. This class is based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga which integrates mind, body, energy, and breath. We will practice basic postures/exercises that focus on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control.
All levels, including beginners are welcome to join. Dress comfortably, bring your yoga mat, and any props you may need.
This class is taught for free, donations appreciated.
Come out and start your day off right with a unique and diverse movement practice that will help you release tension, clear your mind, loosen your body, and experience a boost of energy for your day!
This FREE session will feature a variety of dynamic movements, stretches, and flows that are inspired by yoga and Qigong.
The instructor emphasizes the following principles to help each student get the most out of their movement practice:
a. Exploring the body with curiosity
b. Saying "Hello" to each part of the body
c. Finding diversity in each movement / stretch
d. Connecting with your breath
e. Finding your "edge"
Morning Movement starts at 9 am. Music selection will be Jazzy, Funky, and more! Children are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
Every Saturday in January, join us at BDP for a free Capoeira class! Capoeira is a type of Brazilian Martial Arts that is combination dance and acrobatics. These classes will be fun and educational. Kids, teens and adults love it!
The City of Gainesville’s “Free Fridays” Concert Series and the Gainesville Latino Film Festival (GLFF) have partnered to bring the Gainesville community an incredible Latin night with “el maestro de la salsa” Gilberto de Paz and Tropix Friday, Sept. 27 from 8-10 p.m.
Tropix is a tropical fusion band based in Gainesville, Florida. The band has its roots in the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, and performs music from all over Latin America and Spain, along with American standards. From merengue and salsa, bachata and cumbia, to disco and ballads, crossover bilingual songs and everything in between, Tropix entertains you with a variety of Latin sounds. Tropix includes band leader Gilberto de Paz (piano/vocals/guitar), Waldemar Cabrera (vocals/guitar/percussion), Laura de Paz Cabrera
(vocals), Bruni Gonzales de Paz (vocals/percussion), Jose “Joe” Rivera Cepeda (timbales/percussion/trumpet/back vocals) and Sebastion de Paz (congas/bass/percussion).
As part of Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month, the Gainesville Latino Film Festival features a series of free film screenings, musical performances, public lectures and panel discussions throughout the month of September. It is hosted and organized by the Latina Women’s League of Gainesville, and is one of Gainesville’s biggest and most diverse international cultural events. Dedicated to developing, promoting and increasing awareness of Latino cultures, the GLFF’s mission is to create a cultural dialogue amongst Latinos and non-Latinos to discuss universal, cross-cultural experiences. All shows are free and open to the public. For more information on the film festival, visit http://gainesvillelatinofilmfestival.com/.
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
The Union Street Farmers Market is at Bo Diddley Plaza every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Get your seasonal veggies, baked goods, bread, pretzels, prepared food, local art, and more!
It's amazing what the human body can do if you take care of it. Every Thursday at 6pm spend an hour being kind to yourself with CYT Jackie Morone in this FREE combination Hatha/Vinyasa yoga class. Our focus will always be on basic postures and breathing techniques, but I like to incorporate a few dynamic poses for fun and challenge! Beginner yogis are encouraged but all levels are welcome to join. Please dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, any props you may need, water, and an open heart. Donations appreciated. Hope to see you there!
