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SUMMARY:Capella Nova Chorus of Gainesville presents “Ideas of Winter”
DESCRIPTION:Capella Nova Chorus of Gainesville is a community chorus dedicated to presenting a diverse choral repertoire spanning from medieval to contemporary works. Our upcoming winter performance\, Ideas of Winter\, invites listeners to explore the beauty and reflection of the season through music both timeless and new. \n  \nDate & Time: Sunday\, December 7\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM \nLocation: Abiding Savior Lutheran Church\, 9700 W. University Ave.\, Gainesville\, FL \nAdmission: Free and open to the public
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/capella-nova-chorus-of-gainesville-presents-ideas-of-winter/
LOCATION:Abiding Savior Lutheran Church\, 9700 W. University Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T190000
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SUMMARY:The Annasemble Community Orchestra Annual Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to the Annasemble Community Orchestra’s annual Holiday Concert! This year’s program will take you on a musical journey around the world as we celebrate the season with a message of peace. \nThe Annasemble Community Orchestra of Gainesville\, Inc. is a non-competitive\, intergenerational community of musicians of all skill levels—beginner to accomplished—who are dedicated to music enrichment\, education\, and performance through a variety of orchestras and ensembles. \nEach year\, Annasemble celebrates the holidays with a joyful and inspiring musical performance\, and we would be honored to have you join us. The program includes familiar holiday favorites as well as beautiful selections from around the world\, all reminding us of the peace and hope the season brings. \nWe hope you will gather your friends and family and join us for this special celebration of music and community.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/the-annasemble-community-orchestra-annual-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship\, 4225 NW 34th Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T150000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Harmonies Twelve... days before Christmas
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Barbergators Chorus and the Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus are producing their 12th annual holiday concert “Holiday Harmonies Twelve …days before Christmas” on Saturday Dec 13 at Grace Presbyterian Church\, 3146 NW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL 32609.  There will be two shows at 3:00pm and 6:00pm.\n\nTickets and more details are available here: https://HHXII.eventbrite.com.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/holiday-harmonies-twelve-days-before-christmas/2025-12-13/1/
LOCATION:Grace Presbyterian Church\, 3146 NW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Holiday Harmonies Twelve... days before Christmas
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Barbergators Chorus and the Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus are producing their 12th annual holiday concert “Holiday Harmonies Twelve …days before Christmas” on Saturday Dec 13 at Grace Presbyterian Church\, 3146 NW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL 32609.  There will be two shows at 3:00pm and 6:00pm.\n\nTickets and more details are available here: https://HHXII.eventbrite.com.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/holiday-harmonies-twelve-days-before-christmas/2025-12-13/2/
LOCATION:Grace Presbyterian Church\, 3146 NW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T110000
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SUMMARY:Unity of Gainesville presents "Return of the Sun" Holiday Concert\, December 14
DESCRIPTION:Unity of Gainesville\, Florida presents Kona Harp Ensemble\, the magic of Harps\, Woodwinds\, Voices and Orchestration featuring world music and compositions by J. S. Bach\, Pachebel\, Turlough O’Carollan\, traditional Scottish and Irish compositions on Sunday\, December 14 at 11:00 a.m.\n\nPlease join us for an unforgettable experience of Sacred Music and Ancient songs.\n\nPerformers: Bernice Roberto\, Harp\, Voices\, Synth – Manuel Roberto\, Bass\, Soprano and Piccolo flutes – Vishaka Devi\, Harp – Chris Das\, Flute\n\nTickets available on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976217317194?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/unity-of-gainesville-presents-return-of-the-sun-holiday-concert-december-14/
LOCATION:Unity of Gainesville\, 8801 NW 39th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T143000
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SUMMARY:2025 Bacopa Literary Review – Debut
DESCRIPTION:The Writers Alliance of Gainesville will feature debut readings from the 2025 Bacopa Literary Review.\n\nMany of the prize-winning pieces will be read aloud. WAG members with works published in this journal will also be invited to read.\n\nThe Bacopa editorial board expects to have physical copies of the journal available (WAG members get a free copy!)\, and we will celebrate with refreshments.\n\nReserve this date on your calendar\, and closer to the date\, check here for more details about the program.\n\n2025 Prize Winners\n \nFICTION\nAward: “Downpour” by Terry Sanville\nHonorable Mention: “Knot” by Abhishek Sengupta\nBest of WAG: “God and His Dog” by Bonnie T. Ogle\n \nCREATIVE NONFICTION\nAward: “Footsteps” by Joe Marshall\nHonorable Mention: “Never Home in No Man’s Land” by Jenn Yee\nBest of WAG: “Mam Exam” by Charlotte M. Porter\n \nFORMAL POETRY\nAward: “Real Spanish” by C. J. Grandorff\nHon. Mention: “Ty-Phoo” by Dion O’Reilly\n \nFREE VERSE POETRY\nAward: “Blanca” by Ines Bellina\nHonorable Mention: “Isabelline and Beige” by Toni Holland\nBest of WAG: “At The Gallery & Everywhere\, She Talks with Her Hands” by Aliesa Zoecklein\n \nVISUAL POETRY\nAward: “The Ruckle” by S.D. Dillon\nHonorable Mention: “My Mother’s Music” by J. Nishida\nBest of WAG: “My Mother’s Music” by J. Nishida\n\nThis program is free and open to the public. Join us!\n\n2:30-4:30 PM\nDecember 14\nMillhopper Branch\, Alachua County Library
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/2025-bacopa-literary-review-debut/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, 3145 NW 43rd St\, Gainesville\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Young Annasemble Orchestra Annual Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:  \nDon’t miss a festive afternoon on the Porch at the Cade Museum as the Young Annasemble Orchestra presents their annual Holiday Concert! Join us for a heart-warming celebration of the season\, filled with music\, joyful moments\, and the magic of the holidays. The young people’s orchestra is affiliated with the Annasemble Community Orchestra. They are a group of young musicians\, ages between 10-16 year old (and a few adults). The accent of this orchestra lies in having fun with music in a family friendly atmosphere.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/young-annasemble-orchestra-annual-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:Cade Museum\, 811 S. Main Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T193000
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SUMMARY:Blue Christmas service
DESCRIPTION:Blue Christmas Service is offered especially for those hurting during the holidays.  \nThe reasons for coming are many. \nSome come because they are mourning the death of a loved one. Some are far from home.  \nSome suffer from illness\, addiction\, or estrangement. Some are lonely\, struggling financially\, or in conflict with another.  \nSome hurt because of the great pain\, need\, and violence in our nation and world.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/blue-christmas-service/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church\, 16921 West Newberry Road\, Newberry\, FL\, 32669\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T190000
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SUMMARY:CONTRA DANCE featuring music played by the Mystic Gorillas and calling by Alice Raibourn.
DESCRIPTION:Contra is a dance done with a lively\, walking step. You simply walk in time to the music – one step for each beat of music. There is no fancy footwork required. There is a caller for every dance who walks the dancers through the moves before the music begins and continues to call until the dancers are confidently moving through the dance. If you can walk\, you can contra dance!   \n7 PM Friday December 19  \nUnited Church of Gainesville  \n1624 NW 5th AVE  \nGainesville\, FL  32601  \nOrganized by Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society www.godsdance.org   \nSuggested Donation:$10 (ages 26+)\, $5 (ages 16-25)\, Dancers ages 15 & under get in FREE when accompanied by an adult.   \n• Please bring your own non-alcoholic beverage.   \n• This is a friendly welcoming recreational activity and all are welcome.   \n• No partner or experience is necessary.   \nContra dancing is fun and we’ll teach you how.   \n• No special dress is required.   \nWear comfortable\, casual attire & soft-soled non-marking shoes. 
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/contra-dance-featuring-music-played-by-the-mystic-gorillas-and-calling-by-alice-raibourn/
LOCATION:United Church of Gainesville\, 1624 NW 5th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T110000
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SUMMARY:Unity of Gainesville presents Annual Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Unity of Gainesville\, Florida warmly invites the community to celebrate the season at their Annual Christmas Concert\, an inspiring musical event featuring renowned performers. Mark your calendar for Sunday\, December 21\, and join us for a heartwarming celebration of music\, community\, and holiday spirit.  \nThis year’s featured performers include: \n\nPenta Rose: A celebrated singer-songwriter known for her soulful melodies and captivating performances. Learn more about her music at https://linktr.ee/pentarosemusic.\n\nShana Smith is an award-winning singer/songwriter known to family audiences as “Shana Banana\,” and she has also garnered rave reviews from Nashville Scene\, which called her “a cross between Joan Armatrading and the jazzier excursions of Joni Mitchell.” She is also a Florida Book Award author and a Zen and Yoga/Qigong teacher. More info at www.WildFloridaWoman.com\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\nWhen: Sunday\, December 21\nTime: Doors open at 10:30 AM = Concert begins at 11:00 AM\nWhere: Unity of Gainesville\, Florida – 8801 NW 39th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32606\nCost: Free entry (Donations encouraged)\n\nThe Christmas Concert is free to attend\, but space is limited. Families and community members are encouraged to reserve their tickets in advance by using the link: https://bit.ly/3KwBbvP to secure a seat. \nPlease see the attached flyer for additional details about the event. Feel free to share it with your audience to help spread the word! \nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to enjoy live music from talented local artists while celebrating the spirit of the season with your community.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/unity-of-gainesville-presents-annual-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Unity of Gainesville\, 8801 NW 39th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T193000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve service
DESCRIPTION:Carols at 6 p.m.\, followed by a Christmas Eve service at 6:30 p.m.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/christmas-eve-service/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church\, 16921 West Newberry Road\, Newberry\, FL\, 32669\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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