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A HANDY GUIDE TO GET YOU GOING AND KEEP YOU BUSY THIS MONTH.

2OCALA RV SHOW // MARCH 4-7 Ready to hit the road in a brand-new RV? Make plans to head to the Ocala RV Show at the Florida Horse Park to visit with 11 participating RV dealers. The Ocala RV Show, hosted by the Florida RV Trade Association, is North Central Florida’s largest RV show. The show takes place Thursday through Saturday from 9am-5pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Admission is $5 for adults, while kids 16 and under get in free. Check out the show on Thursday for buy-one-get-one-free admission, and military and rst responders get $2 o admission every day. Learn more about the show at frvta.org/show/ocala-rv-show.

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HORSE FEVER 20/20 // MARCH 1-27

A new herd is coming to the Circle Square Cultural Center this month, thanks to the Horse Fever 20/20 art project by Marion Cultural Alliance. The rst Horse Fever public art project was created in 2001, with the painted horses traveling to events and being displayed all over our community. Now, to celebrate the project’s 20th anniversary, a new herd has arrived and will be on display for the public to see. On March 1 from 11am-2pm a special outdoor photo op will take place on the front lawn. After that time, the herd will be on display in the lobby Monday through Saturday 11am-2pm—and you can check them out for free! Face masks are required indoors. Learn more at mcaocala.org.

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RETRO SOUNDS AT FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK // MARCH 5

This month’s downtown Ocala First Friday Art Walk will feature Retro Sounds, a music and art event, celebrating the disco era of the 1970s with a performance by Bee Gees tribute artists Bee Gees Now. The free event will take place from 6-9pm throughout downtown. Attendees will enjoy activities with a 1970’s twist, such as local arts organizations providing free, hands-on art activities; visual artists working live throughout downtown; special sales at participating restaurants and extended business hours at local shops. In addition, a vintage car exhibit by the Ocala Street Cruisers will be displayed on the east side of the downtown square. For more information, contact the City of Ocala Cultural Arts department at (352) 629-8447 or visit ocala .org/artwalk.

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OCALA VEG FEST // MARCH 7

The third annual Ocala Veg Fest is coming to the Ocala Downtown Market in a celebration of all things veggie. This event takes place from 10am-3pm and o ers free admission for a fun and informative outdoor lunchtime gathering of plant-based exhibitors and presenters. Come see how easy it is to nd healthy plant-based foods in the Ocala area, nd local sources of eco-friendly and cruelty-free products and learn about the science behind the bene ts of a plant-based diet. The event features expert speakers, cooking demos, vendors and animal rescues—with entertainment and activities for the whole family. Find this event on Facebook for more information.

FIVE SOUTHEASTERN PRO RODEO // MARCH 19-20 Professional rodeo returns to Ocala this month at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion. With two opportunities to take in the action, the show features competition in ARTIST’S OUTLOOK: ONLINE TALK WITH CHRISTOPHER STILL // MARCH 25 Join the Appleton Museum of Art on Zoom every third Thursday for a series of talks where individual artists speak about the inspiration, process and history behind their work. This month, chat with painter Christopher Still, who is known for his depictions of Florida’s wildlife, people saddle and bareback bronc riding, tie down and landscapes. This online event is free and open to the

roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel 6public. All conversations will be hosted on Zoom and can be racing and bull riding—the most dangerous eight accessed using your mobile device or desktop computer. seconds in any sport. Gates open at 5:30pm, and You don’t have to use your camera or speak, but there performances begin at 7:30pm. Purchase tickets will be an opportunity to ask the artist questions. Visit in advance online for a discount. Learn more at appletonmuseum.org for more information, including the ocalarodeo.com. Zoom meeting ID and passcode.

7FRIDA AFTER DARK // MARCH 26

Part of the Tuscawilla Art Park Series, Frida After Dark will feature a showing of the motion picture Frida, a biographical lm about the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Attendees will also enjoy a live musical performance, food trucks, a cash bar, artisan vendors and movie concessions. General admission is free, and the event takes place at Tuscawilla Park from 6-9:30pm. For more information, contact the City of Ocala Cultural Arts division at artinfo@ocala .org or (352) 629-8447.

BOURBON IN THE BARN // MARCH 26

Enjoy a unique experience at the newly opened World Equestrian Center while also supporting the Boys and Girls Club of Marion County at this year’s Bourbon In The Barn event. The program will include bourbon tasting, silent and live auctions, food stations, a cash bar and equine entertainment. A VIP reception will take place from 5-6pm, and general admission is from 6-9pm. The event will be held

at Arena 2 at the WEC, and tickets 8are $125 per person. Advance tickets are required. All precautions will be followed to create a safe event, including temperature checks, hand sanitizing stations and required face coverings. Call (352) 690-7545 or email admin@bgcofmarion.com for more information and to purchase tickets. 9 GUNS & HOSES // MARCH 27 After having been canceled last year, Ocala Main Street is excited to present the inaugural Guns & Hoses event at the Marion County Sherri ’s O ce Training Complex. The competitive event celebrates and honors our community’s rst responders with combat and tactical challenges. The day kicks o at 7am with a 5K in downtown Ocala. Registration for the 5K is open to the public. The event then moves to the MCSO Training Complex for the competition and a family-friendly kids’ zone with rst responder vehicles on display. Following the event, meet at the downtown square for awards and a celebration. Learn more and register for the 5K at ocalamainstreet.com.

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AN EVENING WITH KENNY G // MARCH 29

Grammy-award winning artist Kenny G, one of the best-selling artists of all time with global sales totaling more than 75 million records, is coming to Ocala’s Reilly Arts Center this month. Known worldwide for his successful albums Breathless, Miracles, Moment and more, his signature smooth-jazz sound has gained him wide popularity. CANCELED The show starts at 8pm, and tickets are still available but going quickly. Purchase yours today at reillyartscenter.com.