Alachua Chronicle

City of Alachua Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hal Brady Recreation Complex, 14300 NW 146th Terr, Alachua, FL, 32615, United States
Make your plans to join us for some real EGGS-CITEMENT!

On Saturday, March 30, at 10 a.m., the City of Alachua presents our annual Easter Egg Hunt at Hal Brady Recreation Complex.

Hundreds of eggs, prizes, and photos with the Easter Bunny!

For more information, please reach out to us at 386-418-0449.

Hal Brady Recreation Complex
14300 NW 146th Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615

The Hippodrome Theatre presents 'White'
2024-03-29 20:00 | Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
The Hippodrome Theatre is thrilled to present “White,” a thought-provoking comedy by James Ijames, directed by Ryan Hope Travis. The production will run from March 29 to April 14, with previews on March 27 and 28.

Elements of Style
2024-03-29 19:30 | Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Students in the Dance Theatre of Santa Fe will take audiences on a trip through time during their annual “Elements of Style” performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 29-30, 2024, in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall at the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College (SF), 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville. The same program will be featured on both nights.

Tickets are $15 for adults; $9 for seniors, students, children and military service members; and free to SF students, faculty, and staff with college ID cards. Tickets are available from the Fine Arts Hall box office at 352-395-4181 or online from Showpass at: https://www.showpass.com/elements-of-style-3/.

Santa Fe College Open House
2024-03-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Prospective students and their families are invited to Santa Fe College’s (SF) Northwest Campus Saturday, March 23 for the college’s annual Open House event.

SF faculty and advisors will be on hand to talk to students about programs available at the college, including Career and Technical Education, Emerging Technologies, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Health Sciences, Public Safety and more.

There will also be informational sessions on paying for college, international opportunities, student success, career connections, degree options and student life and activities. There will also be advisors from the University of Florida providing information about transferring to UF after earning an associate degree at SF.

Open House begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. on SF’s Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville. Following the event, attendees can also visit the SF Teaching Zoo or watch the SF Women’s Softball game.

Sing Into Spring - Santa Fe Singers
2024-03-21 19:30 | Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
The Santa Fe Singers will be joined by the Santa Fe Guitar Ensemble and the Voices Rising Community Chorus for the annual “Sing Into Spring” concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024, in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall at the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College (SF), 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville.

Tickets are $15 for adults; $9 for seniors, students, children and military service members; and free to SF students, faculty, and staff with college ID cards. Tickets are available from the Fine Arts Hall box office at 352-395-4181 or online from Showpass at: https://www.showpass.com/sing-into-spring-2/.

Jazz Up Spring concert
2024-03-15 19:30 | Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
The Santa Fe Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo will celebrate the work of jazz trailblazers Duke Ellington and Count Basie in the annual “Jazz Up Spring” concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2024, in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall at the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College (SF), 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville.

Tickets are $15 for adults; $9 for seniors, students, children and military service members; and free to SF students, faculty, and staff with college ID cards. Tickets are available from the Fine Arts Hall box office at 352-395-4181 or online from Showpass at: https://www.showpass.com/jazz-up-spring-2/.

Digital Health Information Technology Education Summit
2024-03-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Blount Hall, 530 W. University Ave., Gainesville, 32601, United States
Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity increasingly are part of our everyday work life. Learn to navigate this evolving technology landscape and provide effective leadership at a free program titled “AI, Cybersecurity, Leadership, OH MY!”
The Digital Health Information Technology Education Summit will be held 9 a.m. to noon on March 15, 2024, at Santa Fe College’s Blount Hall, 530 W. University Ave. The summit is presented by Santa Fe College’s Health Information Technology program, in collaboration with the college’s Business Programs, Information Technology Education, Emerging Technologies and the Northeast Florida Health Information Management Association (NFHIMA).
The summit is open to all industry sectors and is designed to help participants address the question: “Where will you be in 10 years?” Students, educators, business and community leaders are invited to participate.
The program will address:

AI Leadership Strategies
Cybersecurity Strategies
Future Workforce Skills and
Education programs to support workforce skills

Two one-hour sessions will focus on technology trends followed by discussion among the audience and industry leaders. The program will conclude with an overview of workforce skills and development initiatives as well as a student poster contest presentation.
Participants may tour Blount Hall. A continental breakfast will be served.
To register, visit SFCollege.edu/HITsummit.

The Three Musketeers
2024-03-09 19:00, 2024-03-08 19:00, 2024-03-07 19:00, 2024-03-06 19:00, 2024-03-03 14:00, 2024-03-02 19:00, 2024-03-01 19:00, 2024-02-29 19:00 | Buchholz High School, 5510 NW 27th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
The Three Musketeers will run for eight performances, February 29 – March 3, with Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows at 7 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m., and again March 6 – 9, with all shows at 7 p.m.. Online Ticket Prices are $10 for general admission and $8 for Students/Seniors, while At-The-Door Ticket Prices are $12 for general admission and $10 for Students/Seniors. Tickets can also be purchased at a group rate of $10 (10 or more tickets) and are free for BHS faculty.

Matheson History Museum 30th Anniversary Sock Hop
2024-03-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Matheson History Museum, 513 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
30th Anniversary Sock Hop Saturday, March 9
6pm-8pm
$30 for the general public, $25 for Matheson members

Catering will be provided by Hill’s BBQ – cooked fresh on site hamburgers, hot dogs, onion rings, and more! Founded in 1987, Hill’s BBQ is one of many local businesses started by the Hill Family in Gainesville. They’re most well-known for their moving company – Hill’s Van Service – which was founded by Mike, Sr. in 1951.
We are excited to have local band The Impostors provide the music. Bring your dancing shoes! Mix Maven Mobile Bartending will be providing wine, beer, and a signature cocktail. Meldon Law is generously sponsoring the bar.

Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/30th-anniversary-sock-hop-tickets-828691567787?aff=oddtdtcreator

Okito Tech City Fun Fest
2024-02-24 10:00 - 14:00 | San Felasco Tech City, 13900 Tech City Cir, Alachua, FL, 32615, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of community spirit and fun at the Okito Tech City Fun Fest! Okito America has partnered with San Felasco Tech City and Fun 4 Gator Kids to bring a day full of vendors, rides, food, raffles, and more to the city of Alachua!
On Saturday, February 24, 2024, the Okito Tech City Fun Fest promises thrilling activities, free for the whole family. This festival is designed to bring the community together for a day of pure fun and camaraderie, with over 75 vendors, music, delectable food options, interactive games, and raffles, including a $1,000 scholarship for school supplies for one lucky teacher.

Winds Go Pop!
2024-02-22 19:30 | Lyceum, Building E, 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
The Santa Fe College Concert Band will entertain with some of America’s most popular tunes in the annual “Winds Go Pop!” concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, in the Lyceum in Building E at the Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville.
Admission is free but tickets are required and may be obtained from the SF Box Office at 352-395-4181 or online at: https://www.showpass.com/winds-go-pop-2/

Barbergators Chorus at 3rd Friday Concert Series
2024-02-16 19:00 | St Patrick Catholic Church, 500 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
St. Patrick Catholic Church’s 3rd Friday concert series will feature the Barbergators Chorus on February 16

Dance Alive National Ballet's "Love in the Swamp"
2024-02-10 19:30 | Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, 32611, United States
Nothing says Happy Valentine’s Day more than Love, and DANB gives you love in abundance! More information here: https://alachuachronicle.com/dance-alive-national-ballet-presents-love-in-the-swamp/

Santa Fe College Valentine's Swing Dance
2024-02-09 18:30 | Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Friends, sweethearts and music lovers can twirl the night away at the annual Santa Fe College Valentine’s Swing Dance beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, in the lobby of the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall

A Last Survivor of Auschwitz: An evening of courage and inspiration with Irene Zisblatt
2024-01-29 19:30 | Chabad UF Jewish Student & Community Center, 2021 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32603, United States

PORTRAITS III
2024-01-27 18:00, 2024-01-26 12:00 | Pofahl Studios, 1325 NW 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
Step into the world of PORTRAITS III, a movement performance created by Ani Collier in improvised collaboration with the dancers. Witness magic unfold behind the curtains where silhouettes become storytellers and emotions are painted in motion. Feel the breeze created by each movement of the dancers’ bodies and hear every sound that the costumes and the set create. Enjoy watching the dancers embody the music and show their incredible versatility in an intimate environment at Pofahl Dance Studios, Resident School for Dance Alive National Ballet.

"Take 5" 10-Minute Play Festival
2024-01-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Audience members will enjoy a unique theatre experience with live music in a jazz club atmosphere when Theatre Santa Fe presents the “Take 5” 10-Minute Play Festival at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall at the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College

Gainesville Flute Ensemble
2024-01-19 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Patrick’s Church, 500 NW 16th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Louder than Words
2024-01-19 18:00 - 22:00 | Open Door Church, 601 NE 19th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32641, United States

Nutcracker Ballet
2023-12-17 14:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-12-16 14:00 - 16:30 | Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, 32611, United States
Dance Alive National Ballet will once again present Nutcracker. The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets, and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero, and in this case she’s a girl. Clara saves the Nutcracker prince, and to thank her he brings her on a magical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets, where the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy puts on a regal show. Tradition, beauty, grace, and a terrific story – what more can you ask for? Sheer magic and family-friendly!

Nutcracker at Phillips Center in Gainesville

December 15, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.
December 16, 2023, at 2 & 7:30 p.m.
December 17, 2023, at 2 p.m.
