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CONTENTS MARCH 2019 • VOL. 20 ISSUE 03
ON THE COVER – The month of March is known for all things green: leprechauns, shamrocks and even green beer! Learn about local Irish roots and how the folklore of Ireland continues to be just as magical today as it was back then. Have you found your pot of gold yet? PHOTO BY ERICKA WINTERROWD
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Theatre Listings National Marketplace Crossword Puzzle
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Irish Folklore
Embracing Life by Donna Bonnell
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Reading Corner Review by Terri Schlichenmeyer
Clovers, Leprechauns and Pots of Gold — Oh My! BY CAMERON COBB
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The McCarrolls of Morningside Irish Roots are Linked to the Hogan Cabin BY JULIA MITCHEM
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If you enjoy the long and warm days of summer, then good news, they are on their way back! On March 10, clocks will be springing forward an hour. The idea of Daylight Saving originated in the mind of Benjamin Franklin after he wrote a satirical letter to the editor of the Journal of Paris outlining how many pounds of candle wax would be saved if clocks aligned better with the sun.
We’ve all heard the classic line from Shakespeare’s epic tale of “Julius Caesar,” just before the tragic ending. The “Ides of March” literally means the midpoint of the month of March. Caesar was murdered by as many as 60 conspirators. Today the spot of his assassination in Rome is home to a no-kill animal shelter for cats. March 2019
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1. Oreo cookie pie – does this even need an explanation? 2. Orange méringue – to put a twist on an original.
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This holiday is widely celebrated among middle and high schoolers as they take a break from the complexities of algebra and calculus to enjoy some pie and math-related puns on the 14th of March. However, this holiday is not just reserved for school kids and can be a great opportunity to try a new pie recipe. In honor of Pi Day, here are a few unique types of pie that you may want to give a try.
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Spike Lee MARCH 20, 1957
62 Years Old
Producer, director, writer and actor Spike Lee creates provocative films that explore race relations, political issues and urban crime and violence. He was making amateur films by age 20 and won a Student Academy Award for his graduate thesis film. Lee drew attention with his first feature, “She’s Gotta Have It” — one of the most profitable films made in 1986 — and continues to create films that explore provocative topics. Other notable works include: “Do The Right Thing,” “Malcom X,” and “Bamboozled.” His most recent work “BlacKKKlansman,” a drama and crime film investigating race relations in the 1970s, came out in 2018 and has received notable acclaim and award nominations.
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Birthdays this month
Reba McEntire (64) March 28, 1955
Catherine O’Hara (65)
Bruce Willis (64)
March 4, 1954
March 19, 1955
Rick Perry (69)
Elton John (72)
March 4, 1950
March 25, 1947
Liza Minnelli Liza Minnelli was born March 12, 1946 in Los Angeles, California. Her mother, actress Judy Garland, was a famous performer and occasionally included Minnelli in her performances. Minnelli pursued a stage career as a teenager and performed on Broadway. Her first film debut came Years Old when she was merely a toddler in the musical comedy “In the Good Old Summertime.” However, her largest and most notable role came decades later in the musical “Caberet.” Her acting career has also perked up in recent years with roles such as her cameo in “Sex and the City 2,” in 2010.
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Irish Folklore Clovers, Leprechauns and Pots of Gold — Oh My!
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ver wonder what makes a four-leaf clover so lucky? Or if there really just might be some gold at the end of a rainbow (no matter what logic or anyone else tells you)? Whether you’re curious about the Saint of St. Patrick’s Day or the origin of a leprechaun, explore a few of the favorites when it comes to Irish history and legends.
St. Patrick’s Day St. Patrick’s Day is an iconic part of Ireland adopted by countries all over the world. In 2018, nearly 150 million people were planning to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the United States alone, according to nrf.com. This holiday is a commemorative celebration honoring the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint and national apostle of Ireland. The holiday is recognized annually on March 17, with this being the believed date of Saint Patrick’s death in 461 AD. Saint Patrick was born and lived in Roman Britain before coming to Ireland – or rather, being forced to Ireland. At 16, he was kidnapped and brought to the country as a slave, though eventually he managed to escape. However, something made Saint Patrick wish to return to Ireland, where during this time he was thought to bring Christianity to the country. While Saint Patrick himself might not be known all over the world, one well-known legend suggests he used the leaves of a shamrock (Irish clover) to describe the Holy Trinity, or the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. And while much of the world has adopted celebrating alongside it’s country of origin, it hasn’t exactly always been Irish tra-
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dition to feature pitchers of green beer and city-wide parades. The common Irish tradition starts with attending church in the morning and then spending the latter part of the day enjoying drinks, dancing and a feast of Irish bacon and cabbage.
Four-leaf Clovers Speaking of shamrocks, it’s hard to hear Ireland without clovers coming to mind, especially when there’s good luck involved! Based on one Christian legend, Eve carried a four-leaf clover with her after being banished from Paradise, meaning whenever someone finds a four leaf clover, they’re essentially discovering a “piece of the blessed Paradise,” according to goodlucksymbols.com.
Though the myths may vary, the most shared belief of what the four leaves represent are faith, hope, love and of, course, luck. This next myth was believed by many during the Middle Ages, it was thought that a four-leaf clover would give the carrier the powers to see fairies, identify witches and have improved awareness with any surrounding evil spirits. Though the myths may vary, the most shared belief of what the four leaves represent are faith, hope, love and, of course, luck. And with a one in 10,000 chance of discovering a four-leaf clover versus one with three leaves, it’s certainly always a lucky find! seniortimesmagazine.com
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Pots of Gold & Rainbows
Leprechauns
chauns the ideal protector for the fairies’ funds. Another legend mentions that if a human happened to stumble upon the rare sight of a leprechaun guarding this hidden treasure spot, he or she could interrogate the being into giving up the gold — as long as they kept an unbroken gaze. But look away for even just a second and these sneaky creatures could escape in no time! While there’s a common consensus that leprechauns shared the physical similarities to that of a small older man, they haven’t always sported the same famously colored outfit the world’s come to know. Before the twentieth century, you’d more likely hear of a leprechaun dressed in a red coat instead of green. Although, the specifics of their appearance varied based on different areas in Ireland.
Typically thought to appear as short, elderly men each living in solitude, leprechauns might not seem like the best choice for a fairy to task as the gold guardians. However, looks can be deceiving. Their sly, mischievous behavior combined with a quick wit made lepre-
Just be sure to keep an eye out as you take your next stroll in the wood, you never know when you might come across the end of a rainbow — or a leprechaun guarding that gold. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! s
Oh, what a rich thought! Unfortunately, it’s more wishful than hopeful, as the 360-degree design of a rainbow essentially just gives the illusion to an end one will never find — lying beneath the horizon. The myth that there may be a giant pot overflowing with shiny coins at the bottom of a rainbow has been around for centuries, with one legend dating back to Old European times, according to luckyireland.com. Like with four-leaf clovers, the pot-ofgold idea is commonly credited to fairies. These tiny mythical creatures supposedly would bury their riches under the mark of a rainbow’s end, where one origin story credits leprechauns to keeping a watchful eye over these treasures.
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SOURCES: GOODLUCKSYMBOLS.COM, LUCKYIRELAND.COM, NEWWORLDENCYCLOPEDIA.COM, HISTORY.COM, NRF.COM.
Tinseltown Talks Carl Reiner Says Keeping Busy Keeps You Going by Nick Thomas
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urning 97 in March, Carl Reiner shows no sign of slowing down. “I wake up with ideas,” the veteran actor, writer, director, and producer said from Los Angeles. One of those ideas was to colorize episodes of his crown television jewel, “The Dick Van Dyke Show.” Two color episodes were produced in 2017 and last year Reiner selected a couple more favorites, with plots loosely based on his family’s experience, which aired on CBS over the holiday season. “I’ve done a lot in my life but have to say that show is what I’m most proud of,” Reiner said. “We couldn’t afford to shoot it originally in color and make a profit, but I’m so pleased with the colorized episodes – they look fantastic.” In “Where Did I Come From?” young Richie (Larry Matthews) questions his parents about his birth, much like Reiner’s own children did, while in “Never Bathe on Saturday” Laura (Mary Tyler Moore) gets stuck in a hotel bathtub, ruining a vacation for hubby Rob (Dick Van Dyke). “I wrote that based on the time my wife and I were away, and she noticed the faucet dripping while taking a bath and wanted to get a plumber,” Reiner recalled. Reiner said it was important to produce colorized versions close to the originals. “Luckily some enterprising photographers were on hand during the original filming and took color photos of the set and actors,” he noted. “So some colors are very accurate, like the rooms.
Colorization has come a long way and I wish we could do all 158 episodes, but it’s very expensive.” Reiner’s 2017 HBO documentary “If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast” was also recently released on DVD in which he narrates a series of interviews with active nonagenarians. “In my opening section, I’m reading the newspaper obituary section and remark if I’m not in it, I’ll have breakfast,” he said. “They thought that would make a good title.” The documentary features 90+ year-old guests still active in areas such as sports, fashion, music, comedy, and acting such Carl Reiner with Betty White, who appear in If You’re Not in as Dick Van Dyke, Kirk the Obit, Eat Breakfast. (Courtesy of HBO) Douglas, and Reiner’s longtime cohort in comedy Mel Brooks. “Truly a collection of remarkthink about her every night I go to bed, able people,” Reiner said. so she’s still alive in me, no question.” But of all the people Reiner has A prominent comedy writer throughknown, he has the highest praise for out his career, Reiner also continues to his late wife Estelle to whom he was work on new book projects this year. married for 65 years. “While you do live “If you have something to do every day, in your memories as you get older and you’ll hang around,” he said. s especially after losing a spouse, if you’ve Nick Thomas teaches at Auburn University had a good marriage it sustains you,” at Montgomery, Ala., and has written feahe said. “She was perhaps the most extraordinary woman I ever met and could tures, columns, and interviews for over 700 magazines and newspapers. do everything better than anyone else. I March 2019
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Clovers and Leprechauns
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he location of our cottage home was set back off the road, down a long lane and nestled in the trees along a river. It was a magical place; one could even stretch and say it was enchanted. Our homesite had an interesting history. I was told Native Americans used to call it home before the land was homesteaded by ancestors in our family. I often looked at the massive oak trees on the property and wondered at the sights they must have seen. There seemed to be an “old wisdom” to the place, and I never felt afraid when I was home alone. I took my first steps on this land, and in return I feel the land embraced me wholeheartedly. My playground was the hillside, and my playmates were the critters that surrounded me. When I was just a toddler and old enough to explore our back yard, I picked my first bouquet of springtime clovers for my mother. She was so touched that she pressed the bouquet and put it in a photo album. In the spring and summer our yard was a sea of clover blossoms. Rather than typical leaves, the clover plant is made up of shamrock-like leaves. Usually these are three-leaf clovers but occasionally, if you are lucky, you will find a four-leaf clover hidden amongst them. A favorite pastime for me would be sitting in the middle of a clover patch and searching for that elusive, and very lucky, four-leaf clover. I spent many hours in my life-
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time doing just that, and for my efforts I collected quite a few. Time passed and when my grandfather retired from farming, we were required to leave this utopian homesite
and move to the farmhouse they were vacating. Since the land was tenant farmed, the landlord wanted the house inhabited by the family who was farming the ground. It broke my mother’s
heart to leave our home, but she vowed that she would return one day. Keeping her promise, she hung onto the cottage and the land it was on for more than 25 years. She kept the lawn mowed, and even planted flower beds and trees anticipating her future return. Years later when my father was preparing for his retirement, he remembered my mother’s vow to return to the little cottage in the woods. However, 25 years had taken a toll on the house, even with my mother’s best efforts to maintain it. He happened upon plans for an A-frame home in a newspaper he picked up at his barber’s shop. It just “clicked” with him and he felt this is what he wanted to do for my mother, who had sacrificed so much when leaving the life she loved. The A-frame was built on the same site as the little cottage, and it looked as if it grew there, perfectly situated on the hill. It was my mother’s cherished home for the rest of her life. When both of my parents passed, this special place became our family’s. We lived in a city in the urban South, so we felt our children would benefit from summers spent in the country, connecting with the roots of their ancestors. We kept the A-frame, and when the “chicks” were young we would head north the very first day of their school’s summer vacation, staying until the week before it started back up. Whenever we opened the gate and drove up that long lane, I felt I was being welcomed home by this land who knew me so well. Now here is a story I’m about to share that actually happened. It is yours to believe or not, but I assure you it is true. One year, when I was there during the summer alone with my young children, it was an especially busy day. I was planting flowers, making lunches for an impromptu picnic with the girls, and playing with my youngest on the deck just off our living room. I had also been driving our pickup truck around the seniortimesmagazine.com
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property, raking up leaves and branches from flower beds and taking them in the truck to our burn pile. By late afternoon I realized my new prescription reading glasses were missing. They were only a few weeks old and rather expensive, so I really wanted to find them! I was quite shaken, because I had been all over that day, and there was no other way to find them but to retrace my steps. The rest of the evening was spent searching, and re-searching everywhere. I searched the yard, the house, the truck, the burn pile, and the deck where I played with my little one. I did my best to search the flower beds I had raked. I remember going out on the deck one last time as the sun was setting and feeling heartsick that I had been so careless. The next morning, being the first to rise, I took my coffee out on the deck where I enjoyed listening to the birds and breathing the fresh morning air. As I opened the sliding glass doors to the deck, something caught my attention down near my feet. I couldn’t believe my eyes: right there were my glasses! They were exactly where I had walked in and out numerous times the day before, in plain sight on the wood deck floor, folded and carefully placed where I couldn’t miss them. I was speechless. I remembered taking these same exact steps the night before while watching the sunset when I was so troubled about my carelessness. No glasses were there last night.
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When my chicks woke up later that morning, I told them the story. They were so happy that I had my glasses again, but strangely not very surprised. They said, “Don’t you know, Mama? There’s leprechauns in these woods!” Whether it is the wise Indian spirits who linger on this land, or gnomes or fairies or leprechauns… this place is very special to our family. We love it, and it loves us back.
They were so happy that I had my glasses again, but strangely not very surprised. They said, “Don’t you know, Mama? There’s leprechauns in these woods!” As the years have passed, so have our circumstances. Our chicks are grown, with busy schedules and limited vacation days. My husband and I are older too, and the two-day road trip to the A-frame isn’t as easy as it used to be. I made the difficult decision that this precious home with all its memories should pass on to a new generation. A young man in our family has purchased the home now and is breathing new life into its walls. We see that he treasures the home as much as we did. I wonder if he’s met the leprechauns yet… s
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The McCarrolls of Morningside Irish Roots are Linked to the Hogan Cabin
Story and photography by Julia Mitchem
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estled deep inside the Morningside Nature Center is the Living History Farm, which is a recreation of the Hogan Cabin. The McCarrolls were an Irish immigrant family who built the cabin. According to the Morningside Nature Center website, the farm includes the cabin (which dates all the way back to the 1840s), a board and batten kitchen, a barn (with heritage breed farm animals), an heirloom garden and a one-room schoolhouse. The cabin originally belonged to Michael and Sarah McCarroll. According to Kate Devine’s research, who is a former Morningside employee, Michael McCarroll immigrated from County Cook in Ireland to (assumably) Georgia. He was literate, which was unusual for Irish immigrants at that time, and most likely means he was of a higher station. He was Catholic and is found listed in the 1850 Alachua County census. Michael McCarroll owned farm property and later property in Gainesville near SW 4th Avenue and 3rd Street. He passed away at age 78 and can be found in the Oak Ridge Cemetery in Rochelle, Florida. His wife, Sarah McCarroll, was born in Georgia. Her nickname was “Sallie” and she passed away at age 52. She is buried in the same cemetery as her husband. Michael and Sarah had six children: Susan McCarroll, Joseph McCarroll, Michael Green McCarroll, Mary McCarroll, Sarah McCarroll and Miles McCarroll. Their eldest daughter, Susan, was willed the cabin and 40 acres by her father. She lived there in the cabin until her death, and is buried in the same cemetery as her parents. The Hogan Cabin was originally located between Cross
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Creek and Micanopy. It was built in the 1840s out of handhewn longleaf pine by Michael McCarroll. The cabin was later donated by Zane and Ruth Hogan — as it was the childhood home of Angie McCarroll Tillman, who was the grandaughter of Joseph McCarroll and grandmother of Zane Hogan. In 1976, the cabin was dissembled, transported and then
“There’s a whole stream of school children that get to see the cabin and the way people lived, much like the original family would’ve lived.” reassembled as a part of the Bicentennial celebration and dedication of the farm at Morningside. According to Bricky Way, recreation leader for the City of Gainesville, about 40 to 50 percent of the original boards made it to Morningside and were used to reconstruct the cabin. Way has been working at Morningside Nature Center for the past four years. People endearingly refer to him as the “farm manager.” Some of Way’s responsibilities include maintenance of the Living History Farm and taking school groups on tours of the Hogan Cabin. “There’s a whole stream of school children that get to see the cabin and the way people lived, much like the original family would’ve lived,” Way said. “That’s part of the way I take care of it. Just by sharing it with other people, with new seniortimesmagazine.com
The Hogan Cabin is made from hard pine and is furnished with period items similar to what the McCarroll family would have used.
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generations, so they can have an appreciation for how people used to live.” Way has found that his time spent at the Hogan Cabin has come full circle. In 1995, Way moved down from South Carolina to attend the University of Florida. He had always been interested in old southern cemeteries and spent several afternoons exploring the Oak Ridge Cemetery, which is where many of the McCarrolls are buried. It wasn’t until he was going back over the research collected on the family in February of 2019 that he found that he recognized the very tombstones of Michael and Sarah McCarroll. “I just found out yesterday that Michael McCarroll … was buried in that cemetery,” Way said. “I saw a photograph of his gravestone and I recognized it, I remembered where it was. So, I knew that [about] 20 years ago I saw the gravestone of the man whose house I am now helping to take care of.” Visitors are able to come see the Hogan Cabin at anytime, but in order to take a tour of the cabin — a Morningside employee needs to be present. Morningside Nature Center is always looking for volunteers to take a part in keeping the history of the cabin alive. During September to May, the first Saturday of each month, the farm has live interpretive experiences open to the public – including volunteers who dress in period clothing and various activities such as cooking on the old wood stove in the cabin. It’s clear that the roots of Ireland still reside at Morningside, perhaps some four-leaf clovers do too! s
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RECIPE WONDERS FOOD ST Y LING & PHOTOGR A PH Y BY ERICK A WINTER ROWD
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here was no such thing as a Crock Pot® in my mother’s kitchen. Back in those days everything was done in a Dutch oven on top of the stove, carefully tended as she worked in her kitchen or finished some housework. Nowadays many homemakers are also breadwinners, requiring them to be away from their kitchens during the day while tending their careers. That doesn’t mean you have to give up home cooking, however. The invention of the slow cooker can bring the joys of home cooking back into your home with a relatively small amount of effort. St. Patrick’s Day meals typically include corned beef and cabbage and that is a perfect meal to try out in your slow cooker. More than likely you have a Crock Pot® tucked away in the dark recesses of your kitchen cabinets or pantry. Search it out, dust it off—and try this recipe! You are going to love it!
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But why is corned beef and cabbage always the meal of choice for this Irish holiday? According to irishcentral.com, corned beef is actually not an Irish national dish. Its popularity originated as part of the Irish-American culture, and this is where it became associated with St. Patrick’s Day. The Irish immigrants found the cost of corned beef in America much more affordable than in their native land, where it was considered a delicacy. In Ireland the usual dish was “bacon and cabbage,” but the bacon was quickly replaced by corned beef, since it was readily available in America. And what does it mean, exactly, corned beef? Delish.com describes in its history of St. Patrick’s Day food, that the curing of the beef is done with largegrained rock salt, also referred to as “corns” of salt. Beef that has been cured with salt often has a slight gray color, which you may notice when selecting your meat at the grocery store. This is
perfectly normal. Most corned beef you purchase prepackaged from the grocery store will come with a small packet of seasonings. I only use half of the seasonings, but lay a few bay leaves on top of the meat. Chop up a clove of garlic into tiny pieces and sprinkle this onto the meat while it cooks as well. I like to use some “new potatoes,” which are small red potatoes, leaving on the skins and just removing the potato “eyes” with a paring knife. In the morning, place the potatoes and onion in the bottom of your slow cooker. If you add carrots you may put them in at this time as well. The carrots should be skinned and cut into serving size pieces. Place the meat on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle the seasoning packet, bay leaves and the garlic on top of the meat. Add a cup of water to the pot, put on the lid and set heat for 8-10 hours. The slower you cook the meat, the more tender it will be.
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When you return home and the time is nearly up, remove the meat and add the cabbage for the remaining 40 or 60 minutes. Replace the meat on top. The cabbage can also be done separately in a saucepan on top of your stove, which will take less time to cook. Use some of the broth from the crock pot to add flavor if you decide to cook the cabbage in a saucepan. You do not want to put the cabbage in the slow cooker all day, as it will get too mushy and not be the ideal result you are going for. “Sure and begorrah!” There you have it—not very hard at all. Just add some green beer and a loaf of soda bread to the menu, and you’re Irish for a day (or as long as the leftovers last)! s
CROCK POT® CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE TIP: Cabbage can also be cooked separately in a saucepan on your stove. Add some broth from the Crock Pot® to enhance the flavor.
INGREDIENTS: 1 corned beef brisket (3-4 pounds) with seasoning packet 1 onion, cut in thick wedges 1 bag petite red potatoes (can use less) 5 carrots, peeled and cut into serving pieces 1 clove garlic, chopped fine 1 cup water 1 head cabbage, cut in thick wedges METHOD: Prepare vegetables, excluding the cabbage, and place in bottom of the slow cooker. Place the corned beef on top and sprinkle seasonings on the meat. You can add some pepper if desired, but no salt. Since the beef has been cured with salt, you will not need to add more. Pour the cup of water into the pot, replace the lid and set for 8-10 hours. The more slowly you cook the meat, the more tender it will be. 40-60 minutes before time is up, remove the meat and place the cabbage wedges on top of the vegetables. Replace the meat and lid to finish cooking.
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CALENDAR UPCOMING EVENTS IN ALACHUA & MARION RICHARD SHINDELL
SPRING PROMENADE 2019
Thursday, March 7 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
Saturday, March 9 from 10am - 4pm The Thomas Center, 306 NE 6th Ave
GAINESVILLE - One-third of the immensely popular “super-group” (Richard Shindell, Lucy Kaplansky, and Dar Williams) w h o p r o d u c e d t h e “ C r y, C r y, C r y ” album and tour, Shindell is among the world’s best singer-songwriters. heartwoodsoundstage.com
GAINESVILLE - “Historic Gainesville Where the Past meets the Present” is the theme for this year’s Spring Promenade on Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The tour will feature five private homes, all lovely vintage homes that have been cleverly adapted to modern lifestyles, plus the W.R. Thomas home, Sunkist Villa that we now know as The Thomas Center. visitgainesville.com
ALACHUA COUNTY YOUTH FAIR & LIVESTOCK SHOW March 7 - 12 Alachua Fairgrounds, 3100 NE 39th Ave.
SPRING CONCERT FOLLOWED BY THE WIZ
GAINESVILLE - The fair is an educational platform for the youth in Alachua County who are interested in agriculture. Youth will exhibit both livestock and non-livestock 4-H & FFA projects. Alachua County 4-H and FFA youth ranging in age from 8 to 18 can participate. The event is FREE. visitgainesville.com
Saturday, March 9 at 1:30pm & 7pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
FASHION SHOW AND GARDEN PARTY
GAINESVILLE - T h e D a n s c o m p a n y o f Gainesville is excited to dance into your hearts at the Spring Concert and The Wiz. The Spring Concert consists of original dance numbers in jazz, hip-hop, tap and lyrical. The Wiz is an adaption of the Wizard of Oz made famous with the 1978 movie featuring Diana Ross as Dorothy. performingarts.ufl.edu
Thursday March 8 from 10:30am - 1pm 1350 NW 75th St.
THE CURRYS (ALBUM RELEASE)
GAINESVILLE - Presented by the Gainesville Garden Club. Enter and enjoy a hat competition plus fashions provided by Dillards. For more information contact Mary at GGCFashionShow@yahoo.com or visit fb.com/ gvillegardenclub.
EDIE CAREY Friday, March 8 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - Known for her unmistakable, soulful voice, her intelligent, heart-grabbing songs, but perhaps most especially for her warm, engaging presence on – and off – stage. As much a part of her show as the music itself, Carey’s wry and often self-mocking humor makes audiences feel as though they have just spent an evening with a very close friend. heartwoodsoundstage.com
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Saturday, March 9 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - Brought together by family ties and a shared appreciation for folk, rock, and roots music, The Currys are an Americana trio featuring brothers Jimmy and Tommy and cousin Galen Curry. “West of Here” pays tribute to their history while simultaneously pushing the band forward. Like its title suggests, “West of Here” is the sound of a band on the move. heartwoodsoundstage.com
BULLA CUBANA March 9 - 31 Multiple Venues
GAINESVILLE - Bulla Cubana (pronounced “boo-YA coo-BAH-na”), an award-winning events festival focused on Cuban arts and culture – bringing together artists, institutions and celebrations. Bulla Cubana 2019
will feature a dynamic line-up of cultural events hosted by Gainesville’s premier arts and cultural institutions including the Cade Museum, the Harn Museum, the Hippodrome Theater, Oak Hall School and the Historic Thomas Center. A complete schedule of events details and dates can be found at www.bullacubana.org
ASK A SCIENTIST: BULLA CUBANA Sunday, March 10 from 1 - 4pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Science is all around you! As part of the exciting community celebration, Bulla Cubana, take advantage of this opportunity to talk with Museum researchers about their fieldwork in Cuba. Bring your specimens and find answers during an afternoon of discovery and learning. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
THE CHIEFTAINS Sunday, March 10 at 2pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - It doesn’t get more authentically Irish than The Chieftains. Using traditional Irish instrumentation and structure, The Chieftains take you on a journey through rousing jigs, mournful ballads, and everything in between. performingarts.ufl.edu
POUR BEFORE THE TOUR Sunday, March 10 from 4 - 7pm Cypress & Grove Brewing, 1001 NW 4th St
GAINESVILLE - A fun Tour of Kitchens kick-off event! Be festive in your St. Patty’s Day attire! Children’s entertainment provided by GHF Kids: fitness class, arts, crafts, and FUN! gainesvillejrleague.org
LULO REINHARDT AND DANIEL STELTER Wednesday, March 13 at 7pm & 9pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Lulo Reinhardt, grandnephew of the legendary Django Reinhardt, blew the audience away in 2016 when he performed with International Guitar Night at University Auditorium. This season he returns to play UpStage with another famed European guitarist, Daniel Stelter. With searing leads and smooth rhythms, Reinhardt and Stelter infuse a freshness into classics and blend a wide variety of styles and influences extending from Argentina to Cuba and back to their German and “gypsy jazz” roots. performingarts.ufl.edu
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC Friday, March 15 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is coming to the Phillips Center. The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy®, and Academy Award®-winning Best Score, including My Favorite Things, Edelweiss, and the title song. performingarts.ufl.edu
HANNAH HARBER AND THE LIONHEARTS Friday, March 15 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - With accolades from American Songwriter Magazine and Nashville Songwriters Association International, Hannah Harber has her heart set on both writing honest songs, and sharing them from the stage with reckless vulnerability. heartwoodsoundstage.com
Gatornationals March 14 -17
GAINESVILLE RACEWAY, 11211 N CR 225
GAINESVILLE - The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals is one of NHRA’s longest standing annual events. While the engines are faster and the tracks are safer these days, the true spirit of drag racing remains at Gainesville Raceway. Experience once-in-alifetime opportunities to interact with the most renowned names in drag racing through meet-and-greets, autograph sessions and a variety of other activities. nhra.com/schedule
TOUR OF KITCHENS Saturday, March 16 Various locations
GAINESVILLE - The Tour of Kitchens is The Junior League of Gainesville’s largest fundraising event. It is a self-guided tour of beautiful kitchens and outdoor spaces of lovely homes throughout the area. It includes gourmet samplings from the area’s best restaurants and caterers. gainesvillejrleague.org
INDIA FEST 2019 Saturday, March 16 from 9am - 6pm Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E. University Ave.
GAINESVILLE - India Fest celebrates the rich heritage, traditions, diversity and culture of India. Enjoy food, fashion and culture along with a health fair until noon. Raffle drawings, henna, yoga and more. Free and open to all. indiafestgainesville@gmail.com
CAN YOU DIG IT? Saturday, March 16 from 10am - 3pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Dig into geology and discover the Earth at your feet! Enjoy hands-on activities and watch demonstrations of volcanic eruptions. Explore the Museum and check out displays and activities on geology, fossils, gems, minerals and much more from Florida and around the world! A free, fun event for all ages! floridamuseum.ufl.edu
GROW HUB SPRING FAIR PLANT & SEED SALE Saturday, March 16 from 11am - 3pm Grow Hub, 2900 NE 8th Ave.
GAINESVILLE - A free, family-friendly event at Grow Hub’s beautiful landscape nursery and gardens! Tour the nursery and gardens to see what hard working adults with different abilities can do! Meet some of the crew, enjoy live music and food, purchase plants and merchandise to help support Grow Hub’s efforts to provide meaningful opportunities for all! 352-260-4458 melissa@ workingfood.org
STORIES: FROM COLORED TO BLACK Saturday, March 16th at 7:30pm Sunday, March 17th at 2pm Squitieri Studio Theatre, 3201 Hull Rd
GAINESVILLE - From Colored to Black encompasses over eighty years of Florida’s Black Oral History with stories from the St. Augustine Civil Rights Movement, the resettlement of Rosewood, Gainesville’s Old Lincoln High School, and more. This unique theatrical experience provides the foundation for critical dialogue around Black History and identity. Free to the public. performingarts.ufl.edu
IDYLWILD AND TWO FOOT LEVEL Saturday, March 16 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - Gainesville’s own Idylwild plays original songs that blend blues, rock, soul, and funk into catchy tunes audiences love. Tallahassee based Two Foot Level’s songs range from Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Indie, Reggae, and Rock. heartwoodsoundstage. com
ANOUSHKA SHANKAR Monday, March 18 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Sitar player and composer Anoushka Shankar is a singular figure in the Indian classical and progressive world music scenes, garnering prestigious accolades. Deeply rooted in the Indian classical music tradition, Anoushka studied from the age of nine exclusively under her late father, Ravi Shankar, making her professional debut at the age of 13. With her live performances, Shankar reflects on the spiritual and musical journey that has brought her here; drawing on classical ragas and experimenting with new ideas in a cross-cultural dialogue that showcases the versatility of the sitar across musical genres. performingarts.ufl.edu
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MERCY KILLERS March 21 & 22 at 7:30pm Squitieri Studio Theatre, 3201 Hull Rd
GAINESVILLE - What measures would you take to care for someone you love? That is the question at the heart of Mercy Killers. This one-man show centers around Joe (played by Michael Milligan, who also wrote the piece), an auto mechanic in middle America whose life is turned upside down when his wife is diagnosed with a terminal illness. This performance includes content which may not be suitable for children. performingarts.ufl.edu
ELEMENTS OF STYLE March 22 & 23 Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd St
Spring Garden Festival March 23-24 from 9am - 5pm KANAPAHA BOTANICAL GARDENS GAINESVILLE - This is Gainesville’s premier horticultural event. Featuring 150 booths offering plants, landscape displays, garden accessories, arts and crafts, educational exhibits and, of course, foods. Also featured are a children’s activities area, live entertainment and live auctions. Parking is free and off-site parking areas (Celebration Pointe & Bass Pro) are serviced by shuttle buses. Please no pets at this event. kanapaha.org
RICHARD KOGAN Tuesday, March 19 at 7:30pm Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30pm Squitieri Studio Theatre, 3201 Hull Rd
Thursday, March 21 from 6 - 9pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GATOR CLOT TROT 5K
SWEET LIZZY PROJECT FOR BULLA CUBANA!
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Saturday, March 23 8am - 2pm Gainesville Regional Airport
FIELDWORK FAILS: A LIVE STORYTELLING EVENT GAINESVILLE - In partnership with Guts & Glory GNV comes an evening of live, original, true, first-person storytelling. Hear from fieldwork scientists about some of the fun stories and situations they have experienced in nature. Participants must be 18 years or older. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
GAINESVILLE - Sweet Lizzy Project, one of the most culturally significant bands to emerge from Cuba in recent years, has a distinctive sound imbued with overtones of classic American indie pop-rock suffused with an intoxicating Latino flair. heartwoodsoundstage.com
2019 GATOR FLY IN AND ARMED SERVICES APPRECIATION DAY GAINESVILLE - Military and Civilian aircraft on display, airplane and helicopter rides, music, food trucks, kids corner, classic cars. Great family day. Free to the public. visitgainesville.com
GAINESVILLE - Richard Kogan performs lecture-recitals in which he explores the influence of psychological forces as well as medical and mental illness on the creative output of the great composers while expertly playing their works. Each evening will be dedicated to the work of a different composer. performingarts.ufl.edu
Wednesday, March 20 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - A Dance Theatre of Santa Fe performance featuring a variety of styles in new works created by SF dance faculty and works from guest artists. Three performances over two days. Friday at 2pm and 7:30pm. Saturday at 7:30pm. sfcollege. edu/finearts
Thursday, March 21 at 8pm Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - Brought up in the “sacred steel” tradition of the House of God Church, Roosevelt built his reputation alongside his uncles and cousins. Seated front and center, “The Dr.” leaves an indelible mark on listeners, flooring audiences with his lightning-fast slide work on the pedal steel. heartwoodsoundstage.com
Saturday, March 23 Depot Park
GAINESVILLE - A fun, healthy, and effective way to show your support for all those living with Hemophilia or other related bleeding disorders. Come run or walk in your best Gator gear to raise funds to improve the quality of life for the bleeding disorder community. Awards given for team with best Gator gear, top runners, and top fundraisers! Check-ins and registration open at 7am. Race begins at 8am. hemophiliaflorida.org
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Saturday, March 23 from 10am - 3pm Oak Hall School, 1700 SW 75th St
GAINESVILLE - Take a trip around the world at Oak Hall School’s third annual International Festival! This event will feature Cuban artists from Bulla Cubana, Dance Alive, and
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founder/conductor Jeannette Sorrell’s passion for drama. Hailed as “one of the pre-eminent period-instrument ensembles” (The Independent), Apollo’s Fire have stuck with this dedication while touring the world, and have been met with standing ovations along the way. performingarts.ufl.edu
GAINESVILLE MODERN: HOME TOUR
DA VINCI AFTER DARK
Saturday, March 23 from 11am - 4pm Various locations
Thursday, March 28 from 7 - 9pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Join the 6th Annual Gainesville Modern Weekend 2019 Home Tour. Visit 5+ mid-century modern homes throughout Gainesville. Locations and map to be announced the week before the tour. Photos will be released as available. gainesvillemodern.org
GAINESVILLE - Grown-ups want to have fun too! Enjoy an inventive evening just for adults in honor of the 500th anniversary of Leonardo’s death. Participate in the Da Vinci dares innovation stations, including trivia, war machines, flying mechanisms and bridges and try to improve on Da Vinci’s designs. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE: ON THE TRAIL OF BIG CATS Saturday, March 23 from 7:30 - 9pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Go around the world in search of big cats with award-winning photographer Steve Winter. A determined explorer, Winter will lead you from Asian jungles where resilient tiger populations persist, to the Himalayas, home of the rare snow leopard. Experience nature through the eyes, lenses and words of the researchers, scientists and storytellers that have made National Geographic an icon of global media. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
Sunday, March 24 from 10am - 1pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - C a l l i n g a l l a r t i s t s a n d designers! Visit the Florida Museum for before-hours SciArt Meetups and create art inspired by Florida nature and culture! Offered in partnership with Santa Fe College Art Gallery and Wayfaring Painter, each meetup features brief presentations by a guest artist and/or scientist. Artists must bring their own supplies. Pre-registration is required, as space is limited. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
APOLLO’S FIRE Tuesday, March 26 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Named for the classical god of music and the sun, Apollo’s Fire is a collection of creative artists who share
Saturday, March 30 from 8am – 1pm Massey Park, 1001 NW 34th St
GAINESVILLE - The Great American Cleanup began as a litter cleanup initiative designed to aesthetically improve our environment by creating cleaner parks, streetscapes and public spaces through litter removal and elimination. Please sign up at kacb.org/ event-registration.
ELEGANCE OF SCIENCE AWARDS CEREMONY Monday, April 1 from Noon - 1:30pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - The Elegance of Science art competition is organized in collaboration with the Marston Science Library and is aimed at emphasizing the link between artistic and scientific perceptions of reality. Come honor the 2018 contest winners. Free event. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
YEFIM BRONFMAN Thursday, March 28 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
THE NORDIC FIDDLERS BLOC CONCERT
GAINESVILLE - Widely considered one of today’s most acclaimed and admired pianists, Yefim Bronfman stands among a handful of artists regularly sought by festivals, orchestras, conductors, and recital series. He will be the first classical artist to perform a recital using UF Performing Arts’ new Steinway D. performingarts.ufl.edu
Monday, April 1 from 7 -9pm The Thomas Center, 302 NE 6th Ave
PROMENADE ALL! SCIART MEETUP: BIRDS
GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP
Friday, March 29 from 7:30pm - 9:45pm Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83rd St.
GAINESVILLE - Gainesville Orchestra with conductor Evans Haile presents: PROMENADE ALL!!! Evans Haile and Friends! An evening of special guests, stories, music and humor. Bring a friend! sfcollege.edu/finearts
GAINESVILLE NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL March 29-31 Alachua Fairgrounds, 3100 NE 39th Ave.
GAINESVILLE - The Gainesville Native American Festival comes alive with traditional dancing, music and art. Come be a part of this one of a kind festival that not only entertains, but educates. Join in dances, learn to build a fire the primitive way and see the beauty of handmade arts & crafts. gainesvillenativeamericanfest.com
GAINESVILLE - The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc is comprised of Olav Luksengard Mjelva (Norway), Anders Hall (Sweden) and Kevin Henderson (Shetland Islands). Individually they are regarded as three of the finest young fiddlers currently playing in the international folk scene. They bring historical links and traditions alive while presenting music in a new and exciting fashion. 352-514-5606 fb.com/magnoliarootsmusic2018
LUCKY PLUSH PRODUCTIONS: ROOMING HOUSE Tuesday, April 2 at 7:30 Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - A powerful synthesis of elegant modern dance and complex storytelling, Rooming House is expansive, compelling, and also legitimately funny. Lucky Plush Productions is based in Chicago, led by founder and Artistic Director Julia Rhoads. The company is committed to provoking “a palpable live-ness” shared by performers in real-time with audiences. performingarts.ufl.edu
STORM LARGE Friday, April 5 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - An extraordinary talent, with a career as distinctive as her name, Storm
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Large has become known for putting her unique spin on classics while charming audiences and critics alike. This performance includes content which may not be suitable for children. performingarts.ufl.edu
SPRING PLANT SALE April 5 - 7 Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - The Museum’s spring plant sale is one of the largest of the year, featuring more than 150 species of difficult-to-find and pollinator-friendly plants. Learn how to attract butterflies to your home and which plants are proven winners. Accent, host, native and nectar plants are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Butterfly Rainforest. floridamuseum.ufl.edu
12TH ANNUAL O’LENO OLÉ CHILI COOKOFF Saturday, April 6 410 SE O’Leno Park Rd.
HIGH SPRINGS - Calling all Chili Cooks! Trophies for CASI category. CASI rules at www.chili.org. Cash prizes for Open categories, “Meat” and “Vegetarian.” Must be 18 yrs or older. Visit friendsofoleno.org for registration form, or Call 386-454-1853. Prizes awarded during Springs Celebration. Registration: 8am, Cookoff 9am—noon
SPRINGS CELEBRATION AND CHILI COOKOFF AWARDS Saturday, April 6 from 11am - 3pm 410 SE O’Leno Park Rd.
SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE
April 6 & 7 NE 1st Street
Mondays 6:45 – 9pm 1624 NW 5th Avenue
GAINESVILLE - Join Santa Fe College for their 50th Annual Spring Arts Festival on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 7, 2019 from noon-5:30 p.m. in historic Northeast Gainesville, FL. More info on the arts, music, food and family fun to come!
GAINESVILLE - This is the kind of dancing which began in the 16th century and is still being written and danced today around the world. All dances are taught, walked through and called. No partner, experience, or special dress required. bit.ly/ EnglishCountry
BANCF 2019 SPRING PARADE OF HOMES
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April 6-7 & 13-14 from Noon to 5pm Locations vary
GAINESVILLE - Enjoy the Annual Spring Parade of Homes™. Admission is free. Parade Map is available at www.bancf.com.
RECURRING EVENTS CONTRA DANCE First Sundays & Third Saturdays Thelma A. Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Ave
GAINESVILLE - Contra dancing is energetic, social dancing that’s fun for everyone (all ages are welcome) and no partner is necessary. The music is live. Dances are taught, walked through, and called. No experience or special dress is required. Wear casual attire and comfortable shoes. godsdance.org
HIGH SPRINGS MUSIC IN THE PARK & CONCERT SERIES Third Sundays from 2pm - 4pm James Paul Park, Downtown High Springs
HIGH SPRINGS - Family event offering Environmental Exhibits, Kids Activities, Arts and Crafts vendors, Chance Drawings and Live Music. $5 Chili Taster Kits; vote for People’s Choice. Proceeds go to O’Leno’s Nature Center. Free admission with donation of 1 can of food/person for food bank. 386-454-1853 friendsofoleno.org
HIGH SPRINGS - Bringing exceptional artists to the Downtown High Springs! Events are free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Dogs permitted on a leash. Artist details and more information at highspringsmusicinthepark.com
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Saturday, April 6 at 7pm Exactech Arena, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr
GAINESVILLE - Grammy® winning singer-songwriter and one of the most successful Christian touring artists, Chris Tomlin, will be coming to Gainesville on the Holy Roar Tour. The Grammy® winner’s list of music awards include an American Music Award, 3 Billboard Music Awards, 21 Dove Awards, a BMI Songwriter of the Year Award and more. oconnellcenter.ufl.edu
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Third Tuesdays at 10am Gainesville Garden Club, 1350 NW 75th St
GAINESVILLE - Hands-on floral design program includes lecture, demonstration and materials. Coffee social at 9:30 am. RSVP requested rsvp.ggcfl@gmail.com or www.ggcfl.org
UNION STREET FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays from 4pm – 7pm Bo Diddley Plaza
GAINESVILLE - Bring a bag and pick up some locally-grown and produced vegetables, meat and dairy to take home for your kitchen. Browse local vendors offering a variety of hand-crafted items from jewelry to kombucha. There’s also food trucks and live entertainment — all in a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy downtown and support local producers, musicians and artisans while sharing some quality time with your neighbors. unionstreetfarmersmkt.com
TAI CHI AND GENTLE MOTION Thursdays at 9:30am 2205 NW 40th Terrace
GAINESVILLE - Tai Chi and Gentle Motions classes for seniors on Thursdays at 9:30 am (Tai Chi) and 10:30 am (Gentle Motions) at Crown Pointe Senior Healthcare Center in Gainesville. Contact Paul Gebhart at 352-379-6124 for info.
First Mondays from 6:30 – 7:30pm Aurora Downtown, 109 SE 4th Ave
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GAINESVILLE - Join your music community for a workshop on a carefully developed aspect of different areas of the music business. These events begin with a presentation and workshop on a thoughtfully researched topic that our organization thinks will genuinely help our music community. gainesvillemusicassociation.com
Thursdays from 12 noon – 4pm First Saturday each month from 9am – 1pm 115 NE Railroad Avenue
HIGH SPRINGS - Florida grown fruit, vegetables, dairy & meats as well as honey, handmade treats and more. The Farmers Market is produced by The City of High Springs. farmersmarket.highsprings.com
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Thursdays from 2:30 - 4pm Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd.
Last Fridays from 7pm - 10pm Downtown
GAINESVILLE - PrimeTime Institute (PTI) provides a wide variety of educational programs and social activities for people age 50+ that foster wellness, encourage personal and intellectual growth, and that provide an environment for developing new interests, making new friends, and becoming involved as volunteers. Schedule at www.primetimeinstitute.org
GAINESVILLE - Artwalk Gainesville is a free self-guided tour that combines exciting visual art, live performance, and events in downtown Gainesville with many local galleries, eateries and businesses participating. Artwalk is an exciting, fun way to experience the amazing wealth of creativity the Gainesville community has to offer. Free and open to the public. artwalkgainesville.com
THIRD THURSDAY ON MAIN Third Thursdays from 5 – 9pm Downtown Main Street
ALACHUA - This is the perfect event to get your “pre-weekend” on! Alachua’s Downtown area comes alive with the sound of music, unique dining, shopping, craft vendors, and so much more! This event is sponsored by the City of Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency. cityofalachua.com
NIGHT IN THE GARDEN Third Thursdays from 6:30 - 9:30pm Green House Nursery, 15207 W Newberry Rd
NEWBERRY - Bring your friends and meet some new ones! Come on out and enjoy a live local band and a stroll through the picturesque gardens. Enjoy fun and games, food trucks, music and more! tghnfl.com
GFAA GALLERY ART EXHIBIT Last Fridays from 7pm - 10pm GFAA Gallery, 1314 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - The GFAA Gallery presents members original art work for home, apartment or office. Support your community artists and bring pleasure to your surroundings. Gallery open Tuesday-Saturday from 11am-6pm. gainesvillefinearts.org.
ALACHUA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET Saturdays from 8:30am – 12pm 5920 NW 13th Street
GAINESVILLE - Don’t forget to bring shopping bags, your grocery list, and plenty of small
bills. The market prides itself on being a grower’s only market – meaning the vendors selling produce, plants, and other products must have grown the items themselves. The event space is located in an open air pavilion with additional outdoor booths protected by shade cloth. 441market.com
HAILE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays from 8:30am – 12pm Haile Plantation Village
GAINESVILLE - Take a stroll down tree-lined streets to browse for groceries, prepared food, and handmade gifts, then continue on for more shopping or brunching at the Village Center’s locally-owned shops and restaurants. hailefarmersmarket.com If you would like us to publicize an event in Alachua or Marion counties, send information by the 13th day of the month prior. All submissions will be reviewed and every effort will be made to run qualified submissions if page space is available.
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DOWNTOWN DRAG First & Third Fridays from 11pm - 1am Maude’s Cafe, Downtown
GAINESVILLE - Drag and burlesque unite to enchant and amaze!!! Downtown Drag is hosted at Maude’s SideCar Bar next to the Hippodrome in downtown Gainesville. Bring your friends, your dollar bills, and your cellphones to come insta our queens and show the world what a great time you had!!! Get there early, grab a cocktail, and get the best seat! All proceeds go to performers! fb.com/DowntownDrag
HIGH SPRINGS FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT First Fridays from 5pm - 8pm Downtown
HIGH SPRINGS - Join the fun in lovely downtown High Springs. Local merchants will offer special sales, a raffle and more. Family fun for all ages. facebook.com/ HighSpringsDowntownMerchants
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Embracing Life Ambassador Billie Bob
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ho are your heroes? Oftentimes folks find fictional idols superior to real people. If those fictitious champions promote positivity, their make-believe characters are commendable. For example, in the “Rocky” films, the rookie boxer became a superstar. Rocky Balboa endured a brutal training schedule, which included climbing up 72 steep stone steps to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Everyone was ecstatic when Balboa finally ran to the top, victoriously raised his arms and the theme song, “Gonna Fly Now,” climaxed. Vice President Walter Mondale even used this uplifting tune during his 1984 presidential campaign. That same year Evander Holyfield began competing. Mondale lost the election, but Holyfield became the cruiserweight champion later in that decade. In the 1990s he won the heavyweight championship and became the only boxer to win the undisputed championship in two weight classes. Holyfield won my admiration with his quote, “It is not the size of a man but the size of his heart that matters.” Fast forward three decades. A life-changing event thrust me into the senior citizen scene. Joining a gym seemed an advantageous avenue to find my new normal. In a futile attempt to workout in classes above my fitness
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grade, I injured my back. Ugh. Age had cruelly snuck up on me. What was next? One serene afternoon, I timidly watched a group exercising while seated in chairs. Magically (maybe), I heard “Gonna Fly Now” playing. Billie Bob Sykes emerged and invited me to attend. Her mystical influence, coupled with the motivational music, alleviated my apprehension. I slowly opened the door, tiptoed towards the back of the room, got a chair and followed the trainer’s instructions. Her advice was excellent. Energetic enthusiasm engulfed the classroom. Specific calisthenics were taught to those unable or not ready for more rigorous workouts. Various challenge levels were offered, intended to build confidence and strength. Billy Bob is 94-years-young and exudes an amazing inner drive. Her love of sports earned her the role of President of the Athletic Association at her Junior College. Smirking, she said, “My female college classmates were smoking cigarettes and playing bridge, while I was on the tennis court.” Her life story is filled with accomplishments. She nonchalantly mentioned her Atlanta débutante status. Incidentally, she was the first person, not from Atlanta, to attain that distinction. Billie Bob’s mother introduced her to
Purple Heart recipient, Lucien Sykes. He served in the Infantry during World War II and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. Mom had two free movie tickets and insisted that Billie Bob invite him. Reluctantly, (ladies did not ask men out) she followed her mother’s advice. He said, “Yes!” It was not love at first sight. However, they eventually married, moved to Gainesville and raised a family. When Lucien passed, Billie Bob joined the gym. She said, “It wasn’t time for me to go up yonder!” Before long she identified her new purpose – spokesperson for senior club members. At her request, she became the club’s Hostess. The five-foot-tall (ish) advocate is not shy. She proposed offering more activities geared towards older folks. Management listened. “Sit To Be Fit” classes were created. Billie Bob refused to take credit. However, she quickly showed off the t-shirt she designed, “AGE AIN’T NOTHIN BUT A NUMBER.” Recently, the club’s owner honored her with the “Most Inspiration” award (only received by two other employees). A party, trophy and life-size cutout were all a surprise. Best of all, she was promoted to Ambassador rank. Her cutout is strategically displayed, which includes a sign that says, “Rack Your Weights, So I Don’t Have To.” The young athletes respect her. She has been photographed numerous times standing next to her realistic cardboard statue. Nowadays I look forward to attending the classes, especially when I know my hero will be there. Holyfield’s analysis is a perfect description of Billie Bob. Her huge heart expands well beyond the scope of her physical appearance. § Donna Bonnell is a freelance writer who moved to Newberry in 1983. She enjoys living and working in the town she now calls home. bonneldj@gmail.com
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Miracle on South Division Street is the story of the Nowak family, living in the East Side of Buffalo, New York, where Clara, the family matriarch, happily runs her soup kitchen and tends to the family heirloom – a twenty-foot shrine to the Blessed Mother which adjoins the house. The Nowak family’s faith is shaken to the very core when a deathbed confession causes the family legend to unravel, and the results are heartfelt and hilarious. CURTIS M. PHILLIPS CENTER
The Sound Of Music March 15 THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brandnew production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is coming to the Phillips Center. The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony, Grammy, and Academy Awardwinning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss,” and the title song. THE SOUND OF MUSIC enjoyed extraordinary success as a live television production when The Sound of Music Live! aired on NBC in December 2013 and was seen by more than 44 million people. 2015 marked the 50th anniversary of the film version, which continues to be the most successful movie musical in history.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.” OCALA CIVIC THEATRE
Silent Sky March 7-17 In the early 1900s, astronomer Henrietta Leavitt is restless to leave her dutiful life as a clergyman’s daughter. She jumps at an offer to work at the Harvard Observatory, where she meets the two fiercely smart women who lead the “Girls’ Department”. Lit with a luminous beauty, this inspiring drama is based on the true stories of extraordinary women who reached for the stars. ACROSSTOWN REPERTORY THEATRE
Bloody Poetry March 15 – 31 An elegiac and fiery play about poetry and failed utopias, Bloody Poetry follows Percy Shelley and Lord Byron, and their lovers Mary Shelley and Claire Clairemont, into exile. Set on the night the famous story of Frankenstein was conceived, this lyrical play is a portrait of collapsing ideals in the face of human failing.
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No Sunscreen for the Dead BY TIM DORSEY c.2019, Wm. Morrow $26.99 / $33.50 Canada, 323 pages
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“I’m only a little out of breath.” Emergency symptoms are good at hiding. Not all signs of an emergency are obvious. Ongoing symptoms like dizziness, shortness of breath and chest pain could be an emergency in disguise. Thankfully,
North Florida Regional Medical Center has three ERs in the area to serve you. With dedicated emergency experts and fast wait times, you can trust us for even better care. We’re here for you 24/7 to help you through any emergency — even the tricky ones.
Text ER to 32222 for average wait times at the NFRMC ER near you. NFRMC Main ER — Hospital: (352) 333-4900 • 6500 W Newberry Rd. Gainesville Freestanding ER — West End: (352) 313-8000 • 12311 Newberry Rd., Newberry Freestanding ER — Millhopper: (352) 271-4000 • 4388 NW 53rd Ave., Gainesville