Boulware Springs Water Works in Southeast Gainesville is a historic and somewhat mysterious building above a natural spring that looks all but forgotten. The white and green building was once used a meeting space, but it is now serves solely as a historic site. There are restrooms for visitors, but it once was part of … Continue reading The University of Florida’s forgotten origins
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Gainesville Coffee Company Makes Big Claim
Brio Coffee in Gainesville is doing something that other coffee companies aren’t. You might be familiar with the term “farm to table,” but what about “Farm to bottle”? According to Brio Coffee, their farm to shelf only takes 21 days. To see how this works, Brio Coffee has a diagram to explain the entire process. … Continue reading Gainesville Coffee Company Makes Big Claim
Gainesville Parks and Rec. hosts Frogs and Friends Friday
The City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs (PRCA) department’s Frogs and Friends program at the Morningside Nature Center is an educational program for children featuring live reptiles and amphibians. The program takes place on the first Friday of every month from September through May. Each month, a staff member skilled in environmental, wildlife … Continue reading Gainesville Parks and Rec. hosts Frogs and Friends Friday
Wyatt’s Coffee Relocates from Midtown to Downtown
The locally owned cold brew and pour-over coffee shop Wyatt’s Coffee relocated to downtown Gainesville and reopened its doors Friday, Feb. 23. Wyatt’s previously only served black coffee brews, but has expanded the menu to include espresso beverages like lattes, cappuccinos and cortados. In addition, they now offer a variety of new roasts, teas and pastries. … Continue reading Wyatt’s Coffee Relocates from Midtown to Downtown
Best Boutiques to Shop In the 3-5-2
While we have given you a taste of the unique cuisine that Gainesville offers, the shopping opportunities are equally diverse. If you venture away from the Oaks Mall, you will find plenty of charming spots around town that cater to a variety of styles. In addition to infusing more flavor into your 3-5-2 shopping experience, … Continue reading Best Boutiques to Shop In the 3-5-2
Sweetwater Branch Inn
Whether you’re visiting Gainesville from out of town, or a local looking for the perfect ‘staycation' getaway, the Sweetwater Branch Inn should be at the top of your list for accommodations! Built in the late 1800s, the Inn is a complex of two restored Victorian-era mansions (the McKenzie House and the Cushman-Colson House), guest cottages, … Continue reading Sweetwater Branch Inn
Palm Point Nature Park
Nestled on the outskirts of Gainesville is Palm Point Nature Park, a 16.1 acre nature park, and a quiet, little hidden gem with trails covered in big cypress, oak and palm trees. But the real attraction comes when visitors walk down the shaded, moss-covered trails to the panoramic views of Newnans Lake. Birds, wildlife and … Continue reading Palm Point Nature Park
Walk on the Wild Side of Gainesville
When you think of Gainesville, alligators usually come to mind. But if you go a little bit beyond the swamp, you’ll find Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation - a 274-acre wildlife refuge less than 20 minutes from UF’s campus. From howling hyenas to loving lemurs, Carson Springs is home to more than 70 different animals from … Continue reading Walk on the Wild Side of Gainesville
Central Park, the Gainesville Way
New York City has Central Park. Chicago has Millennium Park. Washington, D.C., has the National Mall. All cities need an open area for people to gather, spend time with family, and enjoy the outdoors, and Gainesville is no different. So after almost 20 years of planning, in 2016, Gainesville opened Depot Park. Depot Park is … Continue reading Central Park, the Gainesville Way
Rocky Horror Picture Show! Live on Stage
Every October since 2013, the Gainesville community has come out to watch Frankie and the Pretenders perform live skits on-stage accompanying the cult-classic musical ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show.’ Frankie and the Pretenders are a shadow cast performance group directed and choreographed by Shay Smith. Before one of the shows, we got the chance to … Continue reading Rocky Horror Picture Show! Live on Stage
Feeling Wild?
Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation is an educational conservation facility that rescues exotic animals in need. Carson Springs also has a rehabilitation license for native wildlife, and supports conservation of endangered species. The facility is home to over 25 different animal species and adheres to strict safety protocols to provide the animals with the best living … Continue reading Feeling Wild?
