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EDITOR’S LETTER It’s our third year hosting a Cover Model Contest in collaboration with Gainesville Fashion Week. It’s always one of my favorite projects, and— judging by the amount of votes we got—it’s one of yours, too. All month, we carefully tracked the results, and each morning when we came into the office, we were thrilled at the number of votes. After a while, a handful of leaders were neck and neck. Finally, after more than 16,500 votes were tallied, we realized that not one, but TWO models deserved their own cover; as the votes were so close—and changing by the minute. (Thankfully, we didn’t have to pick just one!) I think this goes to show a broad theme I’ve noticed time and again: Gainesville is brimming with talent, beauty and creativity. Join me as I host the first night of Gainesville Fashion Week on April 12, and you’ll see what I mean.
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Drink a cold brew at the Kanapaha Hogtown Craft Beer Festival at the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens on April 14. Several local and regional breweries will be touting their wares at the festival, including Green Room Brewing, Swamp Head Brewery, Cigar City, AlliGator Brewing Co., Victory Brewing Co., SweetWater Brewing Co. and Anchor Brewing. “Our emphasis is on educating attendees on the wonderful variety of beer being produced by our local and regional brewers,” says Alex Pries, one of the event planners. “We felt having the event outside in a pleasant, botanical environment also matched well with the mission of our two non-profit partners,” which are the Alachua County Conservation Trust and St. Johns Riverkeeper. Participants will be able to taste more than 25 different beers and enjoy food from local eateries, including Blue Gill Quality Foods, Stubbies and Steins, Mildred’s Big City Food, Dave’s New York Deli, Southern Sisters Catering and Dragonfly Sushi. Robin Rutenberg & Friends will also be providing musical entertainment in the afternoon. General admission is $35, food tickets are $15 and VIP access (including food) is $75. Buy tickets through ticketleap.com; there will not be tickets for sale at the event. For more info, visit hogtownbeerfest.com.
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No Southern Accent, the University of Florida’s co-ed competitive a cappella group, will showcase their arrangements at the Curtis M. Phillips Center on April 19 at 7:30pm and April 22 at 2pm. “Past and present members choose the array of songs. We cover music from the Beatles, the Goo Goo Dolls and Kanye West,” says Daniel Doan, a bass singer in the group. Each song features a solo artist while the group provides backup music, percussion and choreography—all with their voices (except the choreography, of course). No Southern Accent regularly performs at events like the Gator Growl Talent Night and Relay for Life, as well as competes in the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella. General admission is $20 and student tickets are $12. Visit nosouthernaccent.com for more details.
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The University of Florida’s Volunteers for International Student Affairs—or VISA—is hosting their annual international talent show that’s known for standing-ovation performances and fierce competition from students from around the world. “The performers are all passionate about their cultures and keen on representing them to the best of their abilities,” says Liana Resvanis, a member of VISA and vice president of the Greek American Students Association (GASA). Each organization presents a different act to share their culture’s music, dances, costumes—and their talents. Be on the look-out for Sabor Latino and India Inc., two of the top placing competitors from last year. The show will be held at the O’Connell Center at 6:30pm on April 7 and admission is free. Visit www.ufvisa.org with questions or for more information.
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Welcome the spring season with the first annual Primavera Festival, named after the days book-ended by the equinox and Earth Day. Culinary arts, dance, theater, festivals and film are just a few of the ways that Gainesville will celebrate the season. There are more than 200 events happening at 60 venues throughout the month. Every week features days full of unique events at venues around town that celebrate the rebirth of the earth. Local venues, state parks, concert halls and art studios have signed on to participate in one of the biggest community cultural events in the state. “The neat thing is that these events were already happening in Gainesville; we just pulled it all together under the same umbrella,” explains Annie Pais, the executive director of Florida’s Eden, which helped coordinate and design the event. Enjoy culinary enlightenment at Blue Gill Quality Foods or the Jones Eastside; peruse the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens on a sunfilled afternoon. Both Santa Fe College and the University of Florida will be hosting special musical concerts throughout the month. For a complete listing of the extensive events, visit primaverafestival.us.
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Viva Europe! The sights, sounds and feelings of Europe come to the Bo Diddley Community Plaza in downtown Gainesville for a day of European treats on April 7. Viva Europe, presented by The Center of European Studies (CES), has planned a variety of activities, music and food. “We want to show the North Florida community that people of many diverse cultural backgrounds live in the area and are happy to reach out to people to tell them about their culture,” says Gail Keeler, the CES Outreach coordinator. “We also want to provide a fun and entertaining way to learn about Europe.” Music from Ireland, England, Spain and more will be performed throughout the day. (Don’t miss Cancun Rumba, the Spanish dance group). Mini language lessons will be given for those who want to learn important phrases, and kids will have the opportunity to make crafts, listen to stories or dress up like a Parisian or a Turk. For those interested in tasting cultures in Europe, there will be a pretzel-eating contest and food items in the marketplace that include food from Turkey, the Netherlands, Poland and the Czech Republic. The event starts at 11am. See ces.ufl.edu for more info.
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Viva Europe! Film Festival at Santa Fe and public library. Gainesville Area Bee Club Meeting at the UF Entemology Lab, 7pm. Voices, Minds and Hearts: The Haiti Project at Santa Fe’s Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. To Advance the Common Understanding: Reinventing the Humanities in a Digital Age at the Smathers Library, 7:30pm. An Evening with Don Hertzfeldt at the Hippodrome Theatre, 8:30pm. Frameworks, Von Wolfe, Behold the Man at 1982.
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Equal Access 5k at the North Florida Regional Medical Center, 8am. Easter Egg Hunt at Trinity United Methodist, 9am. AARP Tax-Aide Assistance at the Library Headquarters Downtown, 10am. Easter Celebration at CUMC, 10am. Community Picnic at Westside Park, 11am. Viva Europe at the Bo Diddley Community
Plaza, 11am. His Holiness Bhakti Vasudev at Unity of Gainesville, 4pm. VISA Talent Show at the O’Connell Center, 6:30pm. Voices, Minds and Hearts: The Haiti Project at Santa Fe’s Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. Sonen at The Laboratory, 10pm. A Dying Regime at Backstage Lounge, 10pm.
08 SUNDAY Easter Sunday Sunrise Service at Westside Park, 7am. Voices, Minds and Hearts: The Haiti Project at Santa Fe’s Fine Arts Hall, 2pm.
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Viva Europe! Film Festival at Santa Fe and public library. Campus Earth Day Celebration, Farmer’s Market and Fair at the Reitz Union North Lawn, 10am. Hippodrome Play Observership at the Hippodrome Theatre, 3pm. VISA Fashion Show at the Reitz Grand Ballroom, 6:30pm. Voices, Minds and Hearts: The Haiti Project at Santa Fe’s Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. The Last Slice, Shotgun, Diplomacy, Waxed Curbs, The Partials and Assassinate the Scientists at 1982. Number 3, Hedges, Dark Horse at Double Down Live, 9pm. Torch at the Atlantic.
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GAINESVILLE FASHION WEEK April 11 marks the start of the fifth annual Gainesville Fashion Week. The week’s events kick off with a ribbon-cutting by models at 5:30pm and a Red Carpet and Art Show at Villa East at 7pm. Two runway shows (one even hosted by INsite!) and an arts show benefiting Rocket for the Arts follow. GFW wraps up on Sunday with a Brunch and Trunk Show. Visit gainesvillefashionweek. com, or see page 45.
KICKING OUT MALARIA Fight a global malady with a kickball tournament? Yes! Join the fight against the spread of malaria at Kicking Out Malaria on April 15. Teams and individuals can sign up at eventbrite.com ($6 per person). The action starts at 7pm at Flavet Field.
Food Justice Virtual Chat with Bob Gottlieb at the UF campus, 9am. Readfest at George A. Smathers Library, 10am. Downtown Farmers Garden Open House and Spring Fling, 4pm. Oneness Meditation with Doug Bentley at United Church of Gainesville, 7:30pm. University Choir at the University Auditorium, 7:30pm. Mikei, Portugal the Man at The Venue, 8:30pm.
Readfest at George A. Smathers Library, 11am. Farmers Market Walkover at Tigert Hall and Bo Diddley Community Plaza, 4pm. LGAA 5k and Corporate Team Challenge at the Ironwood Golf Course, 5pm. Drive by Truckers, Centro Matic at the Florida Theatre, 8pm. Polish Ambassador, Machines are People Too at Double Down Live, 8pm. Fetishh! at Tall Paul’s Brew House, 10pm.
Gainesville Fashion Week: Opening Night at Villa East, 5:30pm. Amy Dalley Live at Santa Fe College.
Gainesville Fashion Week: Music + Fashion hosted by INsite at Villa East, 7pm. Edible Book Contest at George A. Smathers Library, 11am.
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EVENTS Peaceful Paths Guest Chef Cocktail Party at the Gainesville Women’s Club, 6pm. Museum Nights at the Harn Museum, 6pm. Damien Parr at the Carleton Auditorium, 6:30pm. Symphonic Band at the University Auditorium, 7:30pm. Jazz Up Spring at the Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. The Sedoctaves: Bringing Sassy Back at the Squitieri Studio Theatre, 8pm. Red Elvises, dbl Wide, Nook and Cranny at Double Down Live, 12am.
13 FRIDAY Opening Night of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Hippodrome Theatre, 6:30pm. Gainesville Fashion Week: Gala for the Arts at Villa East, 7pm. Green softball game vs. Auburn at the Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium, 6pm. Visual Arts Student Arts Show opening mixer at the Santa Fe Art Gallery, 7pm. UF Orchestra at the University Auditorium, 7:30pm. Fort Benning Army Band at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. Go Radio, There for Tomorrow, Tonight Alive, Tyler Carter at Double Down Live, 6pm.
14 SATURDAY “IN TEN” FESTIVAL The “In Ten” Festival showcases studentwritten-and-performed plays that share a story in 10 minutes, each competing for a “Best of the Festival” or “Best Play” award. The festival takes place at the Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall April 19-21. Tickets are free for Santa Fe students, faculty and staff and $9 for UF students. See news.sfcollege.edu.
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Gainesville Fashion Week: Final Night at Villa East, 7pm. Spring Arts Festival at the Doris. Fallen Heroes 5k Walk-Run-Roll at the University of Florida, 9am. Eco-Volunteer at the San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park, 9am. Hogtown Craft Beer Festival at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 2pm. First Degree Reiki Certification Class at the Gainesville Center for Reiki Training, 9am. Gainesville Gator Clot Trot at West Side Park, 9am. UF College of Veterinary Medicine Open House at the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, 10am. Spiritual and Earth Happy Fair at the Sacred Earth Center, 10am. The Sedoctaves: Bringing Sassy Back at the Squitieri Studio Theatre, 8pm. Andrew Jackson Jihad, Joyce Manor,
THIS MONTH AT THE HIPP April at Gainesville’s historic Hippodrome Theater will bring something for the play-lovers and something for the film-lovers. And if you’re both, then you’ll be one happy theater-goer. Whether you’re a Shakespeare aficionado or have never really felt drawn to the Old-English plays, you won’t want to miss the Hipp’s modern rendition of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Gone are the scenes of sword fighting in tights and families living on the countryside. Director Lauren Caldwell and producer Mary Hausch have revamped this Shakespeare classic to include cell phones, social networking and a cityscape of hipsters. This modern interpretation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream is sure to engage both the young and the old, especially those who never thought they would enjoy Shakespeare. Performances begin on Apr. 11 and will continue until May 13. Film fans are in for a rare and special treat this Treasure Fleet at Double Down Live, 8pm. Daze Rain at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s.
15 SUNDAY Gainesville Fashion Week: Brunch & Trunk Show at Villa East, 12pm. Spring Arts Festival at the Doris. Donut Dash at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 8am. FOG Jog 5k run/walk at Westside Park at 9am.
month. Cult animator and Academy Award nominee Don Hertzfeldt will be at the Hipp on Apr. 5 at 8:30pm for An Evening with Don Hertzfeldt. A selection of his animated shorts will be played, culminating in the exclusive regional premiere of his newest film, It’s Such a Beautiful Day, the third and final chapter in a trilogy about a mysterious man named Bill. The new film is Don’s longest and most ambitious piece to date. It blends traditional animation with experimental optical effects, trick photography and more. The entire animated trilogy will be screened together for the first time via new 35mm prints at the event. While you’re at the Hipp don’t forget to check out the art. The Gainesville Art Walk on the last Friday of the month features work from great local and national artists. Ticket prices for all regular theater performances run from $12 to $30 and can be purchased at www.thehipp.org or by phone at 352-375-4477.
—Alexandria Ugarte MBA Luncheon at the O’Connell Center, 10:30am. Ask a Paleontologist at the Florida Museum, 1pm. Trio Catavina at the Squitieri Studio Theatre, 2pm. Art21 Screening at the Harn Museum, 3pm. Gainesville Ballet Theatre in the Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival at Center Stage, 4pm. Roomful of Blues presented by the North Central Florida Blues Society at Double Down Live, 6pm. Noah Peterson at Francesca’s Trattoria, 6pm.
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EVENTS Kicking out Malaria Kickball Tournament at Flavet Field, 7pm. ASG at the Atlantic, 8pm. Muthas and Daughters Tour at Backstage Lounge, 8pm.
Dawn Upshaw, Soprano at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. Shitty Beatles at Double Down Live, 9pm. The Georges, The Holy Ghosts, Casanova Frankenstein at Mars Pub.
21 SATURDAY THE KING OF SURF GUITAR Dick Dale, Waylon Thornton and the Heavy Hands play at Double Down Live on April 18. Dick’s mastery of the guitar is remarkable, considering he plays left-handed and upside down. Dick was given the title “King of Surf Guitar” by his surfing cronies in the 1950s but is also known for his song “Miserlou,” which was the theme song of the movie Pulp Fiction. The show begins at 8pm. Tickets are on sale at ticketweb.com.
16 MONDAY Organ Studio Recital at the University Memorial Auditorium, 7:30pm.
17 TUESDAY Science Café - Giant Reptiles and Shrinking Mammals: How Climate Change Affects Life on Earth at The Florida Theatre, 6:30pm. Local Stand-up Comedy Show at 1982, 9pm.
18 WEDNESDAY Sustainable Products Trade Show at the Reitz Unioin, 10am. Concert Bands at the University Auditorium, 7:30pm. The Duppies, Shotgun Diplomacy, Waxed Curbs and the Brunt of It at 1982. Dick Dale (Surf Guitar King), Waylon Thornton and the Heavy Hands at Double Down Live, 8pm.
Walk MS Gainesville at Westside Park, 8am. Girls on the Run 5k at the University of Florida, 8:30am. Earth Day BioBlitz and Plant Sale at the Florida Museum, 10am. Primavera Chalk festival at Thornebrook Village, 10am. Gainesville Great Cloth Diaper Change 2012 at Westside Park, 12pm. Family Day: Asian Wing Earth Day at the Harn Museum, 1pm. The Rose Show at the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 1pm. Gainesville Ballet Theatre at the O’Connell Center, 7pm. Buddy Guy at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. In Ten Festival at the Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. Peelander-Z at Double Down Live, 9pm.
22 SUNDAY Earth Day Earth Day Plant Sale at the Florida Museum, 10am. Gardens in the Art tour at the Harn Museum, 2pm. No Southern Accent at the Phillips Center, 2pm. An Evening with Shakespeare at the Doris, 7:30pm.
23 MONDAY Community Voices at the Hippodrome Theatre, 6pm. South Pacific at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. Spring is for Singing at the Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm.
19 THURSDAY Garden Workday at Downtown Farmers Garden, 9am. In Ten Festival at the Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. No Southern Accent at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. Opening Night: Zombie Prom at Eastside High School.
20 FRIDAY Earth Day Plant Sale at the Florida Museum, 10am. AHDRA Florida Nitro Nationals at the Gainesville Raceway, 12pm. Uptown Art Hop at Thornebrook Village, 6pm. STOP! Children’s Cancer at the O’Connell Center, 7pm. Buffalo Rome at the Squitieri Theatre, 7:30pm. In Ten Festival at the Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 7:30pm. Australian Chamber Orchestra with Dawn Upshaw at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. The Australian Chamber Orchestra with
BURGUNDY AND BREW BOOSTER BASH Support local sport programs at The Burgundy and Brew Booster Bash, held at Tower 24 Center by the Oak Hall Athletic Booster Club on April 15 at 4pm. Attendees can partake in craft beers, wines and local cuisine. Tickets are $40. See boosterbash. com for more.
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24 TUESDAY Melvins, Unsane at Double Down Live, 9pm.
25 WEDNESDAY Student Show: Jennifer Childs at the Doris.
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Earth Day and Local Food Cook-off at the Fresh Food Company in Broward Dining, 5:30pm. Brighter Tomorrow Scholarship Banquet at the UF Hilton Pool Deck, 6pm.
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Commencement: Doctoral Degrees at the O’Connell Center, 4pm. Gainesville Chamber Orchestra: Latin Fiesta at the Phillips Center, 7:30pm. Swing and Sway at the Swing and Sway Dance Club, 8pm. Wolfgang at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s.
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Senior Show at the Doris. Cruisin’ For Fossils: Horses at the Florida Museum, 2pm. 2012 Eat Local Challenge Kickoff at the Citizens Co-op, 2pm. Bob Log III, Mr. Free and Satellite Freakout at Double Down Live, 6pm. Go Hard 352 Hip-Hop Awards 2012 at the UF Hilton, 6pm. Go Hard 352 Hip-Hop Awards After-Party with 8th Ave. Live in Concert at Status, 10pm.
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01 TUESDAY International Museum Day, Endangered
Species Day and Biodiversity Day Celebrations at the Florida Museum.
02 WEDNESDAY Pop Up Student Show: Jim Kirkwood at the Doris.
03 THURSDAY Pop Up Student Show: Jim Kirkwood at the Doris. Cannibal Corpse, Exhumed, Abysmal Dawn, Arkaik, Ebullition at Double Down Live, 6:30pm.
04 FRIDAY Senior Show at the Doris.
05 SATURDAY Moonlight Walk at the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 7pm. Chandler Holmes at the Doris.
06 SUNDAY Ask a Paleontologist at the Florida Museum, 1:30pm. Expressions Concert Art Show at the Doris, 2pm.
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THE WIZARD OF OZ The Fable Factory presents another family favorite this month: The Wizard of Oz. The show includes a great mix of musical styles at the courtyard amphitheater of the historic Thomas Center Knight Garden Theatre. The show will play on Thursday and Friday nights at 6:30pm and on Sundays at 11am every week in April. The musical is free, but supported by donations and fundraisers. Contact David Ballard at 352-393-8746.
RECURRING EVENTS Eastside High School’s Zombie Prom, April 19-28, select days. Gainesville Fashion Week, April 11-15. Experimental Painting at Sew Make Do, select days, 6pm. Viva Europe! Film Festival at Santa Fe and
EVENTS public library. Young Audience’s Production: The Wizard of Oz at The Thomas Center every Thursday, Friday at 6:30pm and Saturday, 11am.
MUSEUMS, GALLERIES & GARDENS Florida Museum of Natural History: 846-2000 Butterfly Plant Sale, Fridays & Saturdays, 10am; Sundays, 1pm. Butterfly Release Saturdays & Sundays, 2pm. Dugout Canoes: Paddling through the Americas Birds of the World: From Science to Art, ends April 29 Cruisin’ the Fossil Freeway Spring Break camps, two sessions per day, April 2-6 Focus Gallery: 273-3000 Grinter Gallery: 273-3044 Reality and Circumstances: Paintings by Marco Razo Kanapaha Botanical Gardens: 372- 4981 President’s Hall: 395-5464 Spring Arts Festival Poster Artist: Kana Handel,
GATOR HOME SPORTS CALENDAR FOOTBALL Sat, April 7 Orange & Blue Debut 1pm
BASEBALL Fri, April 5 v. LSU 7pm Sat, April 6 v. LSU 4pm Tue, April 17 v. Georgia Southern 7pm Fri, April 20 v. Georgia 7pm Sat, April 21 v. Georgia 7pm Sun, April 22 v. Georgia 3pm Tue, April 24 v. USF 7pm Wed, April 25 v. Bethune-Cookman 7pm Fri, April 27 v. Arkansas 7pm Sat, April 28 v. Arkansas 7pm Sun, April 29 v. Arkansas 3:30pm
SOFTBALL Fri, April 6 v. Ole Miss 6pm Sat, April 7 v. Ole Miss 2:30pm Sun, April 8 v. Ole Miss 1pm Fri, April 13 v. Auburn 6pm Sat, April 14 v. Auburn 1pm Sun, April 15 v. Auburn 1pm Fri, April 20 v. FIU 4pm & 6:30pm Sat, April 21 v. FIU 1pm Tue, April 24 v. LSU 5pm & 7:30pm Fri, April 27 v. Kentucky 6pm Sat, April 28 v. Kentucky 1pm Sun, April 29 v. Kentucky 12pm
WOMEN’S TENNIS Fri, April 6 v. Arkansas 5pm Sun, April 8 v. LSU 1pm
MEN’S TENNIS Sat, April 14 v. South Carolina 1pm
LACROSSE Sat, April 14 v. Vanderbilt 12pm For more information and a complete listing of all UF sports, visit www.gatorzone.com.
ends April 13 So Much for the Morning, begins April 24 SF Gallery: 352-395-5464 Visual Arts Annual Student Art Show, April 13-27. Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art: 392-9826 Vanishing Points: Paint and Paintings from the Debra and Dennis Scholl collection, ends April 29 Verdant Earth and Teeming Seas: The Natural World in Ancient American Art Framing the Frame Highlights from the Modern Collection A Singular Vision: Recent Gifts from the Freundlich Collection Open Engagement: Strategies in Art, Love and War Sebastião Salgado: World Witness A Sense of Place: African Interiors David A. Cofrin Asian Art Wing Jades: Imperial Material- opens March 31 Ceramics: Avenues of Exchange Korean Art: Collecting Treasures Sculptures: Religion in the Round Traditions and Modernities: China, India and Japan Thomas Center Galleries: 393-8532 Region4: Transformation Through Imagination, ends April 28 Mezzanine Gallery (secondary): ends April 14 Mezzanine Gallery (elementary): begins April 21 University Gallery: 273-3000 MFA Thesis Candidates Exhibition I, ends April 6 MFA Thesis Candidates Exhibition II, April 17-April 27 The Doris: 352-505-5062 Beginning drawing Painting class
THEATERS & FILM Hippodrome Gallery: 375-4477 Acrosstown Repertory Theatre: 352-538-5516 The Aunts, ends April 15 Hamlet and the Prince Formerly Known as Hamlet, begins May 4 Black Box Theatre (UF campus): 392-1653 Gainesville Community Playhouse: 376-4949 Thoroughly Modern Millie, ends April 15 Hippodrome Theatre: 375-4477 A Midsummer Night’s Dream, begins April 11 Junior Ensemble (Spring Break camp), April 2-6 Teen Ensemble (Spring Break camp), April 2-6 Constans Theatre: 392-1653 She Stoops to Conquer, ends April 7 Santa Fe’s Fine Arts Hall Voices, Minds and Hearts: The Haiti Project, April 5-9
NIGHTLIFE & WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
MONDAY
Tom Miller Summer Unspectacular (Open Mic) at The Laboratory. Hot Mess at the U.C. Mug Night Monday at Fubar. Burger night at Copper Monkey. Pour Till You Score at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s. Jazz at Emiliano’s Café, 6:30pm. Hospitality night at Tall Paul’s Brew House.
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EVENTS HOB appreciation night at Gainesville House of Beer. MNF at Gator City. Piloxing at the Millhopper Branch Library, 7:30pm. Team Trivia at Loosey’s Longshot, 7:30pm. \m/etal \m/ondays at Mars Pub & Laser Tag. Trivia at The Midnight, 9pm. Service Night at Boca Fiesta. Mug Night at EndZone
TUESDAY
$5 AUCD Video DJ-JD at Grog House. Reggae Revival Tuesdays at Double Down Live. Trivia Tuesdays at Gator City. Brewery Pint Night at Gainesville House of Beer. Koozie Toozday at Fubar. Trivia at The Laboratory, 7:30pm. Twitch! at the U.C. $2 Tuesdays at Mother’s Pub. Trivia at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s, 7;30pm. Gainesville Comedy Showcase at 1982. PBR Night at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s. Tipsy Tuesday AUCD at Tall Paul’s Brew House. Wine classes at Half Cork’d, last Tuesday of every month. Karaoke with DJ Wolfman at Rockey’s Piano Bar. Hospitality night at Gainesville House of Beer. $2 island Tuesdays at EndZone. Rock ‘n Roll Vinyl Night at Loosey’s Longshot. TwoCan Tuesdays at Mars Pub & Laser Tag. Tankard Tuesdays at The Midnight.
WEDNESDAY
Farmers’ market at Downtown Community Plaza, 4pm. Wednesday night jazz at Emiliano’s Café, 6:30pm. Comedy Showcase at Mother’s Pub. Wheel Wednesdays at Fubar.
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Retro night at the Dirty Bar. Wine Down Wednesday at Tall Paul’s Brew House. Jazz at Emiliano’s Café. Guy’s Night at EndZone. Ladies night at Copper Monkey. Ladies night at Gator City. Ladies night at Grog House. 2-4-1 wells for ladies at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s. National stand-up comedians at Rockey’s Dueling Piano Bar. Vinyl Vednesdays at Mars Pub & Laser Tag. Live acoustic music at Loosey’s Longshot. Martini night at Liquid Ginger. Randall Nights at Gainesville House of Beer. Whiskey Wednesdays at EndZone. Wino Wednesday at The Midnight. Ladies’ Night at Cantina 101. Blue Leopard at 2nd Street Speakeasy.
THURSDAY
Volunteer meeting at the Civic Media Center, 6pm. Trivia at Alley Gatorz, 7pm. Dirty Talk Ladies Night at FUBAR. Ladies Night at Dirty Bar. 4-Person pool league at Palomino Pool Hall. College night at :08. Thirsty Thursday AUCD at Tall Paul’s Brew House. Free wells for ladies at Sweet Mel’s/Naughty Mel’s. Dueling Pianos at Rockey’s Piano Bar. Open Mic Jam Session at Puerto Tagwa. Thirsty Thursdays at EndZone. Martini Madness at Emiliano’s Cafe. Open Mic at Loosey’s Longshot, 8pm. Thirsty Thursdays at The Midnight.
FRIDAY
Planetarium Show at the SF Kika Silva Planetarium, 7pm. Beat the Clock Fridays at Grog House.
TGIFubar Friday at Fubar. Tailgate Fridays at :08. Dueling Pianos at Rockey’s Piano Bar. DJ Malibu Darby at The Backyard at Boca Fiesta. Live music at the Fat Tuscan. Latin Fridays at Costa Lounge. Live Music at Dirty Bar, Thornebrook Village. Live Music at Tall Paul’s Brew House. Flowing Fridays at Mars Pub & Laser Tag. ‘80s Night with DJ B-Rad at Gator City. Black Fridays at EndZone.
SATURDAY
Farmers’ Market at Hawthorne, 8am. Haile Village farmer’s market, 8:30am. Haile Historic Homestead tours, 10am. Docent-Led tours at the Harn Museum of Art, 2pm. Music 360 at the SF Kika Silva Pla Planetarium. Gainesville Comedy Showcase at the Clarion Inn, 9pm. Seven Deadly Sins Saturday at Fubar. Karaoke with DJ Wolfman at Loosey’s Longshot, 9pm. Country night at :08. AUCD at EndZone. Dueling pianos at Rockey’s Piano Bar. Electro Saturdays at Costa Lounge. Latin Lounge Saturdays at Puerto Tagwa. 3-2-1 GO! Saturdays at FUBAR. Ladies’ Night at End Zone. Live Music at Dirty Bar, Thornebrook Village. Live Music or DJ at Naughty Mel’s. Sampler Saturdays at Mars Pub & Laser Tag. Neon Liger at Spannk.
SUNDAY
Haile Historic Homestead Tours, 12pm. Hoola Hoop Jam at Westside Park, 2pm. Docent-Lead tours at the Harn Museum of Art, 2pm. Reggae jazz at Reggae Shack Cafe.
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MEET WILL MUSCHAMP Gator football head coach Will Muschamp is sharing his input on the fall season, reviewing his recruits and giving a rundown on spring training at the Titletown Gator Club Gator Gathering with Will Muschamp on April 19. The family-friendly event takes place at the Gainesville Raceway from 5 to 8pm. Coach Muschamp will sign autographs and kids will be able to play on an inflatable slide while adults peruse vendors and enjoy a silent auction. Tickets are $25 for UF Alumni Association members, $35 for non-members and $15 for children. Go to titletowngators.com. S.I.N. Sunday at Fubar. Traditional German brunch at Stubbies & Steins. Potluck: The Gathering at 1982. Hair o’ the Dog Sundays at Loosey’s Longshot. Sunday Fundays at Mars Pub & Laser Tag. Drink, Draw & Jam at The Midnight. Dirty Bingo at FUBAR. Sunday Soiree at the Doris.
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LOCAL PICK WHAT’S THE RUSH? JANNA PELLE & THE HALF STEPS
★★★★ Janna Pelle and the Half Steps’ new EP What’s the Rush? is both a finished product and a work in progress. While a full LP is in the works, this 38-minute six-track offering gives a good idea what it’s like to see them live, even though this is a studio recording. None of the songs are tailored-made for radio, not because they are not good enough (because they certainly are), but because they are all no shorter than six minutes in length, except “Reassurance,” which still comes in at 5:54. Janna said that they did this for themselves, and as is often the case, when one isn’t too worried about catering to the whimsical public, real art can be created. As the title indicates, this one is anything but rushed—some of them are re-workings from a few years ago and some are brand new compositions— but they all sound entirely together and complete. Between Janna’s earnest keyboards and highly flavored vocals, Andrew Penick’s immaculate guitar work, Patrick Wanninkhof’s power-driven bass and Michael Thomas’s exceptional percussion, the HalfSteps have achieved an obvious synergistic energy that make the whole of the band even greater than the sum of their parts. One would suspect that the listener would feel almost robbed if the songs were cut down. You see, Janna’s voice has an upsurge quality that might otherwise be missed. The long piano and guitar solos are atmospheric in quality, which is featured effectively in the instrumental “Tappin’ That.” Much of the EP’s lyrics introspectively delve into the nature of relationships—and how the nature of the world brings us together and also pulls us apart. “Sand in My Eyes,” with its lyrics “the weather never ever seems to work out for you—does it babe?/Don’t keep the sun from shining on me,” for example, probes into the power of close association with another person. Perhaps the album’s best cut, and also its longest, is “Rules,” a gem replete with social commentary on the predicament of defining oneself according to one’s ability to follow the unspoken rules and expectations of the world. But whether one is feeling responsible, dependable or despicable, as Janna puts it, one would do well to get What’s the Rush? and take it in at one’s leisure.
—Greg Allard
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PORT OF MORROW THE SHINS
★★★★
COLUMBIA
After five years without any new music from The Shins, it feels exciting to put on Port of Morrow. Broken Bells, the side project of lead singer James Mercer and producer Danger Mouse, really became Mercer’s main focus over the last couple of years, but their spacey, contemporary pop couldn’t fill the void left in the hearts of Shins fans. Let the void be filled, my friends, for The Shins have finally released an instantly classic addition to the indie rock group’s celebrated discography. It seems that Mercer has picked up a thing or two since working with Mouse. It’s not a jarring influence on the album, but opener “The Rifle’s Spiral” could have easily been a Broken Bells song. It’s effective as a perfect bridge between Broken Bells and The Shins’ new music, with the shiny effects of the former but also the deliberated progressions of the latter. “Simple Song,” however, is the truest return to form for The Shins; jangly guitars and Mercer’s affirmative singing permeate the track, as Mercer sings about a relationship, “Love’s such a delicate thing that we do/With nothing to prove, which I never knew.”
The music on Port of Morrow is perfectly Shins-esque. With the exception of the opening track, Mercer and friends aren’t trying to push the envelope like some artists might by their fourth album. They know how to have fun and stick to the books simultaneously, and that is one of their greatest assets. “September” immediately recalls the acoustic guitars of The Shins’ debut, Oh, Inverted World, sending fans on a nostalgic trip back to the time when it was cool to brag about discovering a band before your friends. “No Way Down” sounds like The Shins’ take on a sunny Belle and Sebastian song, while the title track closes out Port of Morrow unexpectedly with a feverish psychosis induced by Mercer’s dazed falsetto and dark imagery. It might have taken five years, but the wait was worth it: Port of Morrow is a winner.
BREAK IT YOURSELF
ANDREW BIRD
★★★★
MOM & POP MUSIC
If you still haven’t heard Andrew Bird after 15 years and nine official full-lengths, now is as good a time as any to check out the gifted singer/songwriter/violinist/whistler. Recorded in a private barn, Break It Yourself, his most low-key record since his early days, sounds surprisingly refreshing compared to the meticulous production and composition of his last few albums. Not only is the recording looser, but Bird allows the music to ride out to the rhythms of his band mates rather than taking the reins at every corner. For an Andrew Bird record, Break It Yourself immediately sounds under-produced. On first play, I had to make sure my speakers were plugged in correctly before realizing it was indeed the recording. But as opener “Desperation Breeds” plays on, the slightly unpolished sound combines with the acoustics of the recording space and takes on a life of its own, giving the entire album a warm, homey quality. Bird’s voice, like Townes Van Zandt without the twang, sounds as good as ever with all the echoes and reverb, and the instrumentals sound so organic that I wouldn’t be surprised if a good chunk of
every song was recorded live instudio. Break It Yourself is heavy on folk and Americana but with Andrew Bird’s special dedication to classically influenced compositions, which often rely on his violin and, yes, whistling skills. For the folksier numbers like “Danse Caribe,” he plays his violin more like a fiddle, and his whistling fits right in. “Near Death Experience” finds Bird strumming and plucking his violin like a ukulele, while “Lusitania” turns into a beautiful duet with St. Vincent’s Annie Clark. The album ends quietly but emotionally with “Hole in the Ocean Floor” and its powerfully cathartic orchestral closing. Break It Yourself is one of Andrew Bird’s best releases— amazingly accessible for both old and new fans.
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Another decade, another Madonna. The legendary pop diva does her best every five to 10 years to rejuvenate her musical career and keep up with the times. She hasn’t really hit the mark since 2005’s Confessions on a Dance Floor, which received positive reviews from critics and spawned a radio hit, “Hung Up.” She followed that with 2008’s flop Hard Candy, a rather lewd affair even for Madonna that came off as a desperate attempt to raise eyebrows in the outrageously sexual era of Lady Gaga and Rihanna. 2012 brings fans MDNA, another album full of uninspired dance songs, wannabe club anthems and the desperation to fit in. Album opener “Girl Gone Wild” sounds like B-side to Britney Spears’s latest album as Madonna sings the most commonplace pop lyrics: “I got that burning hot desire/And no one can put out my fire.” Not only are the lyrics flat, but Madonna sings with the enthusiasm of a librarian. “Gang Bang” derails into one of those trendy dubstep breakdowns
Guest DJ: Alex Klausner AUDRA MAE & THE ALMIGHTY SOUND (2012) AUDRA MAE & THE ALMIGHTY SOUND Some call this group country. If this were country, I’d have my dial tuned to 103.7 all day. I discovered this album about a week ago and can’t turn it off. The powerful and sassy voice of Audra Mae guides you through this indie-rockabillyfolk adventure. It’s easily the best release this year. Check out “Little Red Wagon” and “Jebediah Moonshine’s Friday Night Shack Party.”
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RESERVOIR (2009) FANFARLO
From the conclusion of the album’s first song, I knew I was listening to something special. Guitars collide with mellotrons, violins, glockenspiels and mandolins in a British musical stew. But its greatness is not derived solely from a myriad of instrumentation—it’s filled from top to bottom with quality tunes. Check out “I’m A Pilot,” “Harold T. Wilkins” and “Finish Line.”
that Top 40 artists are currently obsessed with, while “I’m Addicted” could have been a Kraftwerk instrumental. Star of the moment Nikki Minaj makes two distracting appearances on the album, and recent Super Bowl bird-flipper M.I.A. pops up too, further indicating a desperate attempt at being hip. “I’m a Sinner” is ironically uplifting, and “Love Spent” seems to recall “Hung Up” either on purpose or accidentally—I can’t be sure. Album closer “Falling Free” is the only track with the guts to ditch the beat altogether, but it’s off-putting to hear the queen of dance music without it. MDNA will please the hardcore fans, but that’s about it.
—Compiled by Greg Allard
ONE NIGHT STAND! LIVE AT THE HARLEM SQUARE CLUB (1963)
SAM COOKE Hearing this for the first time was like hearing music for the first time all over again. Indeed, hearing these harderedged versions of Cooke’s songs coupled with the raw power and energy of the man who invented soul was borderline life-changing. If you can get your hands on a vinyl copy, do so. Check out “Twistin’ The Night Away,” “Cupid,” “Chain Gang” and “Nothing Can Change This Love.”
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here’s a new electronica/pop/rock band on the scene blowing away local musicians and music aficionados with creative writing and stellar live performances. Praything sounds like what would happen if a male Bjork joined forces with Radiohead, but that doesn’t quite do the band justice. You’ve got to go to one of their shows to truly experience the phenomena. Recently, we got a chance to sit down with frontman Ju Young Lee to talk about where he is now, how he got there—and where he’s headed. —Greg Allard Who does what in Praything? Praything’s live incarnation is usually me on keyboards and vocals and Christian Caro on drums and Evan Rippe on bass. We’ve played with other guitarists like Miles from Akron/ Family and Gabe from Tree Hopping. Some people have hopped on extra percussion. It’s really whoever feels like playing that night. Where did the name Praything come from anyway? It comes from the expression, “I pray things will get better.” I’m not religious but I always liked that one. It’s both sweet and melancholic. There’s another explanation that I usually tell people, but I don’t think I want that out there. Perhaps we’ll ask that another time. Who are the songwriters? The music’s written by me. Okay, then. Tell us something about your songwriting process. For every song, I usually go to a cabin in Wisconsin and spend a winter there. I wear a fake beard and only drink deer blood to get into the right state of mind… In all seriousness, there really is no set process. I start very small with every song. I either get
a melody or a line that doesn’t leave my head, so I build a song around that one idea. I’m glad you don’t drink deer blood. And I have a feeling you weren’t born in Wisconsin either. Where are you from? I was born in England. Then my family moved to Korea, and then we moved to Panama. Now I’m here in Florida. My family used to live in New Jersey but now lives in the Midwest. I never know how to answer that question without sounding like an asshole. Why do you think that? When people ask, they’re asking for a simple answer but end up with a short biography. I just don’t know how to answer that. So I just say, “Down south.” How long have you been in Gainesville? Four years for school. And where do you go to school? The University of Florida—go Gatorade! What do you like about Gainesville? The music scene. There’s a thriving
experimental/electronic scene here. Every time I go out to a show, I get inspired and blown away. It’s insane how much talent there is here and even in places like Orlando. I gave up on scouring for music from other places because I really do think Florida in general has a well of musicians that trump them all.
I agree with you—it’s pretty amazing here. Tell us something you remember about other places you have lived. England was perfect. I spent my childhood there, so of course it was perfect. Maybe it’s the nostalgia, but I would love to move back there someday. In Korea, I remember there being a lot of dragons and ninjas. In Panama, it was really hot. Jersey was awful. Fortunately, New York was only five minutes away so I took the bus to New York and spent a lot of time there. I just remember a lot of nice people in each of the places.
What music do you listen to, then? Right now, I’m going through a huge R&B phase—Sade, R. Kelly and Erykah Badu. I wish I could have a smooth voice like that. I also just got into the new Liturgy record Aesthetica. It’s amazing. I’ve never been into black metal, but it’s such a hypnotic record. I’m also revisiting the old Neu! stuff which I haven’t listened to in forever. If you had to classify your music into a genre, what would it be? I want “pop” to be in there somewhere. I love sticky melodies. Everything else is relative. You have an interesting way of performing. What do you think about when you’re on stage? I want to be honest and as lively as possible when I’m up there. It really doesn’t reflect the music I record. I want it to be a kinetic experience.
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Any new releases in the works, and if so, when? I have a record that is planned to come out in the fall through Akron/ Family’s Family Tree Records. We just got Griffin Rodriguez, who recorded the new Beirut record, to mix it. Super excited because that record sounds so beautiful. I’m also recording a new record right now of mostly piano songs. I’m not sure how or when that will come out.
Sounds exciting! What are your major musical influences? I don’t like to view myself as a musician. My songs are like beautiful black and white films. So my major influences are Michael Bay and Tyler Perry.
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Favorite place to eat? I love the pastries from Flaco’s. On what staple do you mostly subsist? Blue Powerade. Sleeping and waking hours? Erratic. I hate it. But I have trouble going to sleep. Favorite bands in Gainesville? Ghost Fields, Hundred Waters— everyone honestly. Favorite movie this year? Birdemic: Shock and Terror is the answer to any movie question.
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Last month, Double Down also hosted a night of bands straight from the garage for a sloppy evening of old-school rock. It was a fun show with four bands on the way up and a handful of fans, but not enough to pack the venue (making for a comfortable listening experience). The Holy Ghost played ďŹ rst, a local psychedelic garage band that had some fans slamming into one another. American Snakeskin played next, another local band that was more aloof and moody but still straight from the garage. The two bands showed that the DIY attitude of Gainesville music is still going strong. Natural Child came from the same part of Tennessee as Jeff the Brotherhood and they were
Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers have long been musically associated with Gainesville music, so it is only ďŹ tting that Gainesville would give birth to Heavy Petty, a Tom Petty tribute band. A few weeks ago, Heavy Petty played a celebratory show at Double Down that had Gainesville fans grooving to Petty’s classic tunes. Many of the songs were the expected hits like “Won’t Back Down,â€? “Refugee,â€? “Don’t Come Around Here No More,â€? “Mary Janeâ€? and “Free Falling,â€? as well as classics like “American Girl,â€? and “Breakdown.â€? For longtime fans like myself, there were also more obscure classics like “Need to Know,â€? “Listen to Her Heartâ€? and “Fooled Again,â€? which showed how great the deep
Last month Double Down hosted a reggae party with Supervillains, KayaVibe, Morning Fatty and Coquina Kings. Sadly, I missed the ďŹ rst two bands due to other commitments, but I was there when KayaVibe had the fans skanking and dancing to some reggae sounds from Vero Beach. They have recorded for the Supervillains’ Rah Rah Rah Records label (and even made it to No. 2 on the iTunes reggae charts). They were deďŹ nitely well-received in Gainesville as DIY reggae-oriented bands like Slightly Stoopid, Pepper and Rebelution are currently quite popular on the road.
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down-home Southern rock show in the grand tradition of Skynyrd, Molly Hatchet and Blackfoot. They also threw in some country and bluegrass for variety. The fans were eating up the heapin’ helpin’ of Southern hospitality at Double Down. A good chunk of the audience paid extra to score a VIP laminate on the porch before the show and were treated to autographs and free drinks, so there were a lot of rowdy friends in the audience. A new album is expected in 2012 as well as a live DVD ďŹ lmed at the newly renovated Georgia Theatre. Expect lots of touring and possibly more shows in or near Gainesville.
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catalogue of Petty’s songwriting truly is. The line-up was the classic ďŹ ve-piece: drums, bass, keys, lead guitar and rhythm guitar. Lead singer Jason has the Petty drawl down and sounds a lot like the original. The rest of the band recreated the tunes fairly faithfully. This was a grand celebration of the original—no dubstep remixes or indie interpretations that changed the sound. It worked great. Heavy Petty is locally based and will no doubt be doing more shows around town in the future. Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers will also be coming to Florida this year, performing in Estero at the Germain Arena on May 1 and at the Amway Center in Orlando on May 3.
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Hot Tickets THE FLORIDA THEATRE (Gainesville) Apr 10 – Portugal. The Man, The Lonely Forest Apr 11 – Drive-By Truckers May 3 – Coheed and Cambria, Moving Mountains DOUBLE DOWN LIVE (Gainesville) Apr 6 – Number 3, Hedges, Dark Horse Apr 7 – Jamie Davis, Toothless Judy, Kevin Maines Band Apr 11 – Polish Ambassador, Machines Are People Too Apr 12 – The Red Elvises, dblWiDE, Nook & Cranny Apr 13 – Go Radio, This Providence, Tyler Carter, Heart Prevails Apr 14 – Andrew Jackson Jihad, Joyce Manor, Treasure Fleet Apr 15 – Roomful of Blues Apr 18 – Dick Dale Apr 19 – Michael Ray Apr 20 – Shitty Beatles Apr 21 – Peelander-Z Apr 24 – Melvins, Unsane Apr 29 – Bob Log III, Mr. Free and the Satellite Freakout May 3 – Cannibal Corpse, Exhumed, Abysmal Dawn, Arkaik, Ebullition May 16 – Local H May 17 – Heartless Bastards May 26 – Lucero THE HARD ROCK LIVE (Orlando) Apr 12 – Daughtry Apr 13 – Kevin James Apr 19 – Gypsy Kings Apr 20 – Fresh Beat Band May 3 – The Fray May 6 – Megadeth May 7 – Slash May 8 – Ziggy Marley May 13 – Chris Cornell May 18 – Lisa Lampanelli May 27 – KD Lang Jun 12 – Childish Gambino Jul 3 – Boston Sep 29 – Adam Ant
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PLAZA THEATRE (Orlando) Apr 11 – Tower of Power Apr 13 – Jimmie Vaughn Apr 17 – Margot & the Nuclear So and So’s Apr 20 – Rick SpringďŹ eld May 4 – Rusted Root May 9 – Mayor Hawthorne May 25 – Parlotones May 27 – Maps & Atlases Jun 6 – John Waite VETERAN’S MEMORIAL ARENA (Jax) Apr 16 – Van Halen May 10 – Lady Antebellum, Darius Rucker, Thompson Square Sep 27 – Brad Paisley, The Band Perry, Scotty McCreery PONTE VEDRA CONCERT HALL (Ponte Vedra) Apr 5 – Gallagher Apr 12 – Over the Rhine May 24 – Edgar Winter Band
BEACHAM THEATER (Orlando) Apr 6 – Andrew WK Apr 12 – Portugal. The Man, The Lonely Forest Apr 13 – Drive-By Truckers Apr 17 – Gwar, Ghoul, Kylesa, Legacy of Disorder Apr 24 – Yelawolf Apr 25 – Say Anything, Kevin Devine, Fake Problems May 4 – All-American Rejects May 9 – Beach House May 24 – Lucero Jun 4 – Two Door Cinema Club Jun 6 – City and Colour THE RUTH ECKERD HALL (Clearwater) Apr 11 – Daughtry Apr 19 – Fresh Beat Band Apr 20 – Chicago Apr 24 – Elvis Costello Apr 26 – Yanni May 5 – Creed May 10, 11 – Eddie Vedder May 19 – Jane’s Addiction Jun 29 – Boston Jul 1 – Ringo Starr
AMWAY CENTER (Orlando) Apr 14 – Van Halen May 3 – Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers May 4 – Nickelback, Bush, Seether, My Darkest Days June 16 – Roger Waters Jun 23 – LMFAO, Far East Movement, Quest Crew Aug 3 – Rod Stewart, Stevie Nicks
Elvis Costello
THE FLORIDA THEATRE (Jax) Apr 12 – Tower of Power Apr 18 – Fresh Beat Band Apr 27 – Elvis Costello May 1 – Counting Crows May 9 – Slash May 16 – Jane’s Addiction May 29 – KD Lang Jun 14 – Happy Together tour THE HOUSE OF BLUES (Orlando) Apr 18 – Great White Apr 20 – Steel Pulse, SOJA Apr 21 – The Maine May 1 – Escape the Fate, Attack Attack! May 8 – Whitechapel May 11 – JJ Grey & Mofro May 12 – Collective Soul May 15 – Jane’s Addiction May 16 – Thrice May 17 – Zoso
ST. AUGUSTINE AMPHITHEATRE (St. Augustine) Apr 13 – Martina McBride Apr 27 – Rise Against, A Day to Remember, Title Fight May 2 – Beach Boys May 4 – The Fray May 16 – Wilco Jun 29 – Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band Jul 1 – Boston Sep 21 – Jethro Tull TAMPA BAY TIMES FORUM (formerly St. Pete Times Forum) (Tampa) Apr 12 – Van Halen Apr 20 – Jo Dee Messina Apr 21 – Rammstein Apr 28 – 98Rockfest with Evanescence, Shinedown, Five Finger Death Punch, Halestorm, POD, Trivium Jun 3 – Neil Diamond Jun 28 – Coldplay, Robyn
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1-800-ASK-GARY AMPHITHEATRE (Tampa) May 11 – Thompson Square Jul 13 – Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival with Slipknot, Slayer, Devil Wears Prada, Whitechapel Jul 17 – Barenaked Ladies, Blues Traveler, Big Head Todd, Cracker Jul 18 – Dave Matthews Band Jul 27 – Sugarland Aug 10 – Jason Aldean Aug 25 – Big Time Rush Sep 28 – Brad Paisley, The Band Perry, Scotty McCreery THE RITZ (Tampa) Apr 11 – Portugal. The Man, The Lonely Forest Apr 12 – Drive-By Truckers May 4 – Mighty Mighty Bosstones Portugal. The Man Jun 5 – City and Colour Jun 6 – Two Door Cinema Club FREEBIRD LIVE (Jax) Apr 5 – Cannibal Corpse, Exhumed, Abysmal Dawn, Arkaik Apr 14 – TR3 with Tim Reynolds Apr 18 – Gwar, Ghoul, Kylesa, Legacy of Disorder Apr 20 – The Maine, Lydia, The Arkells Apr 25 – Steel Pulse May 2 – Mickey Avalon May 9 – The Recorruptour with Whitechapel, Miss May I, After The Burial, Within The Ruins, The Plot In You May 10 – Beach House
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TAKE-IT-HOME TUESDAYS! HOB APPRECIATION Different Brewery Each Wear HOB Gear, get BOGO Week! Free Glassware, Tap drafts from open to close! Takeovers & More! Follow Xbox Night! us on FB for schedule. HAPPY HOUR open-7 HAPPY HOUR open-7 $1 OFF ALL DRAFTS & $1 OFF ALL DRAFTS & BOGO WINES! BOGO WINES!
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Over 450 Different Beers!
THIRSTY THURS Team Trivia 8:30-10 8P-CLOSE Trivia Specials $3 Jack Daniels, BLACK Fridays 10P-CLOSE $1.50 Longnecks $2 WELLS & DRAFTS We Host Charities Thursdays 50¢ Wings 24/7 15% goes to your charity. EVERYDAY 4p-8p Call for details! 50% OFF DRINKS
Time is an illusion; lunchtime doubly so. Serving Delicious Late-Nite Munchies till 2:30am!
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Serving Delicious Late-Nite Munchies till 2:30am!
UNIVERSITY CLUB
Open Upstairs with Rachel FREE BEER 11p-12m $1 Jello Shots Happy Hour 5p-9p
Karaoke w/ Gordon begins 02/ 21 FREE BEER 10p-11p $1 Jello Shots Happy Hour 5-9
Jade Jolie’s Talent Contest $1 Jello Shots Happy Hour 5-9
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3-2-1 GO! SATURDAYS DIRTY BINGO! DJ Matt Mobs Put a little naughty $3 Calls in your Sunday! $2 Bottled Beer $2 Coronas, $3 Captains $1 Jello Shots & more - WIN vibes, FREE BEER ALL NIGHT! lubes, handcuffs, dvds…
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352-519-5111 1209 W Univ Ave
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Sundays with Chastity! Happy Hour All Day FREE Potluck FREE Pool Synthetiq Sundays w/ Prof Drew FREE BEER 10p-11p
Live Music The Comedians Who Hate Bedlam in the Belfry Post-punk/Death-rock Dance Mad Science Electronic, Experimental, Comedy [7:00pm-9:00pm] Recovery Day! Night [every 2nd Sat: 10p] Rock, Hip-Hop, Indie Live Music Electronic, Serpentine Dreams Belly[9:30pm-2:00am] Experimental, Rock, HipWe’re not open. dancing [every 3rd Sat] Hop, Indie [9:30pm-2:00am] GOTH NIGHT [every 3rd Friday] The Word Is Spoken [every FUNKY DOPE B-Boy & Emcee 2nd & 4th Saturday 7p-9p] You can go home NERD NITE now. Thank you. Battles [every 4th Friday] [every 3rd Thursday] OR Live Music
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THE MIDNIGHT 352-672-6113 223 S Main St
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TANKARD TUESDAY $2.50 25 oz drafts of Yuengling, Amber Bock, Shock Top & Killians, $4 25 oz drafts of all else! Patio: DJ Dillon Rose
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TEAM TRIVIA 7:30PM Wings 10/$5 4-9pm Happy Hour 4-11pm
ROCK ’N ROLL TUES All Music on Vinyl! Happy Hour 4-9pm FREE Darts All Night (OK, they’re always free, but extra free on Tuesdays)
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DRINK DRAW, JAM & GAME Bring: instruments, games, art supplies Have: a great time Starving Artist Spec: $1 PBR Tallboys, $2 Imp Pints Yuengling & Shock Top
Sundowner Specials Sundowner Specials 4-6:30pm $5 Mojitos 4-6:30pm 2-for-1 2-for-1 Sangria & Sangria & Mimosas $2 Mimosas $2 Presidente Presidente & Corona & Corona 1/2 Price 1/2 Price Spanish Wines Spanish Wines $5 Mojitos ALL DAY
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DJ Lieutenant Dan Spins DUBSTEP 10p Mel’s Martini Madness 6p-? $4 Classic $5 Specialty $1 Wells 4p-7p
Live Music or DJ at Naughty Mel’s No Cover! 2-4-1 Long Islands or Sailor & Cokes, all day every day
Live Music or DJ No Cover! Drink Specials, Special Gator Shots, $4 Pitchers of Sweet Mel’s Draft, $5.50 Cheeseburger Special til close
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POUR TILL YOU SCORE! 25¢ specials! 2-4-1 Long Islands or Sailor & Cokes, all day every day
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DOUBLE DOWN LIVE 352-872-5949 210 SW 2nd Ave
wed
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vinyl vednesdays Bring your own (& get a free draft!), or listen to ours. 2-4-1 Vinyl Lager $2 House Wines
$3 thursdays $3 at the door, and almost everything else is $3—beer, wine, laser tag, high-fives.
SERVICE NIGHT Dollar off wines and $3 Jamesons
MARGARITA MADNESS FREE infusion upgrades, $3 infusion shots— All infused by us!
BURGER NIGHT FREE 32 oz beer with purchase of a delicious burger
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I’m ready for pants down around the uh, you know, droopy drawers—I’m ready for that to go away. Dana Smith, 58 architect
Leggings, deďŹ nitely. They’re not pants—people think they’re pants but they’re not and it’s just gross. I’m so glad to see jeggings leave. I never really liked capris either. Anna Gernand, 20 psychology and Japanese student
Skinny jeans on guys, I guess. Maybe the Sperry’s. Jeffrey Dickens, 19 architecture student
Polo shirts. Pretty much anything pertaining to douche-baggery is something I wish would go away, but I think it would just take another form. I know actually—a hairstyle, yes, the girls’ bump thing that you see. Faux-bouffant, I don’t know what it is. It’s really annoying. Caleb German, 24 Hear Again Music and Movies
Leggings. I just don’t think that leggings are an actual bottom. I think they are something you should wear under something. Kelley Davis, 20 public relations student
I really hate the multicolored hair that you can obviously tell is fake. You know, dyed different colors, different layers—it’s really tacky. Brandy Johnson, 23 College of Medicine student
Guys with skinny jeans. I mean, it’s to the point now where their pants are tighter than girls’—like way tighter. I understand it’s a fashion statement, but too much. Marlana Rawls, 19 family, youth, and community sciences student
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By Cathleen Rockwell
AMERICAN REUNION R (Comedy) Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, Tara Reid, Chris Klein, Mena Suvari
APRIL 6
In 1999, American Pie became a surprise “coming of age” hit and was followed by two successful sequels. Now the original cast has returned for the fourth installment. The graduates of East Great Falls are back for their high school reunion and a long over-due weekend—which could only mean more trouble and a lot of laughs.
Titanic 3D (3D/2D theaters and IMAX) (PG-13, Drama, Romance) Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates
APRIL 6 The Cold Light of Day (PG-13, Mystery, Suspense) Henry Cavill, Bruce Willis, Sigourney Weaver, Verónica Echegui
The Hunter (R, Drama)
THE CABIN IN THE WOODS
Willem Dafoe, Frances O’Connor, Sam Neill, Morgana Davies
APRIL 13
R (Suspense, Horror) Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Jesse Williams, Bradley Whitford
APRIL 4
Fan favorites Joss Whedon (The Avengers) and Drew Goddard (Cloverfield) bring you a new twist to horror films. While hoping for some fun and relaxation in the wilderness, five friends take a vacation to a remote cabin in the woods. Bad things happen and if you think you already know this story, you are dead wrong.
APRIL 13 The Three Stooges (PG, Comedy)
Sofia Vergara, Will Sasso, Sean Hayes, Jane Lynch
APRIL 20
LUCKY ONE PG-13 (Drama, Romance) Zac Efron, Taylor Schilling, Blythe Danner, Riley Thomas Stewart, Adam Lefevre
APRIL 20
An Iraq war veteran, Marine Logan Thibault (Zac Efron), attributes his good fortune on returning home three times to a photograph he carried of a woman (Taylor Schilling) he has never met. Now, he sets out to meet his good-luck charm when he returns to North Carolina in this heartwarming story.
Chimpanzee (G, Documentary) Darling Companion (PG-13, Drama, Comedy)
Kevin Kline, Diane Keaton, Richard Jenkins, Dianne Wiest
Lockout (PG, Action, Science Fiction)
Guy Pearce, Maggie Grace, Peter Stormare, Vincent Regan
APRIL 27 Bernie (PG-13, Comedy)
Jack Black, Shirley MacLaine, Matthew McConaughey, Rick Dial
The Five Year Engagement (R, Comedy)
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Jason Segel, Emily Blunt, Alison Brie, Chris Pratt
The Raven (R, Mystery, Suspense)
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R (Crime, Action) Jason Statham, Catherine Chan, Chris Sarandon, James Hong
John Cusack, Luke Evans, Brendan Gleeson, Alice Eve
The Pirates! Band of Misfits (3D/2D theaters) (PG, Family, Animation)
After a rigged fight goes wrong, mixed martial artist Luke Wright (Jason Statham) suffers the ultimate payback. The Russian Mafia murders his family and is banished from his life forever. Wandering the streets of New York, Luke witnesses the same ruthless gangsters pursuing a scared young 12-year-old Chinese girl, Mei. He discovers that Mei is a math prodigy and holds the key to a priceless numerical code that the Russian mob and some corrupt police want. Mei must learn to trust Luke as he may be her only hope for protection.
Hugh Grant, Brendan Gleeson, Martin Freeman, David Tennant
APRIL 30 Dorothy of Oz (Family, Musical)
Lea Michele, Jim Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Kelsey Grammer
REEL RENTALS IN THE LAND OF BLOOD AND HONEY R (War, Drama, Romance) APRIL At the brink of the brutal Bosnian war in 1992, a couple meet and begin a relationship, only to end up on opposite sides during the war. The film is directed, written and co-produced by Angelina Jolie. Their Take: “It feels like the sober, hardhitting work of a humanitarian.” —Claudia Puig, USA Today Our Take: We would have expected nothing less from such a well-known activist and humanitarian as Angelina Jolie for her directorial debut.
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THE IRON LADY PG-13 (Drama, Biography) APRIL Three-time Academy Award winner Meryl Streep plays British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in this biographical drama that takes place 17 days before the Falklands War in 1982. Thatcher is the first and only female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The film tells Thatcher’s story in flashbacks and her rise and struggles of being a woman in a male-dominated political world. Their Take: “Wastes an extraordinary Meryl Streep performance as the filmmakers muck about in maudlin meanderings that probably would have earned them a severe tongue-lashing from the film’s formidable subject.” —Matt Soergel, Florida Times-Union Our Take: The Oscar she just won wouldn’t have been given to any “wasted” performance; she did a phenomenal job and so did the Academy.
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BORN TO BE WILD G (Documentary, Nature) APRIL 17 This documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and two extraordinary women. Both have dedicated their lives to studying, caring and rehabilitating these beautiful animals. The film is narrated by Morgan Freeman. Their Take: “It takes you to places you’ve never been and makes you wish you had.” —Tom Long, Detroit News Our Take: We couldn’t agree more. What better way to appreciate and respect nature than to see through the eyes of those trying so hard to preserve it?
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ofia Vergara may have a reputation for her role in Modern Family and be best known for sexier shenanigans, but according to some hints she dropped during this conversation about her latest movie, The Farrelly Brothers’ The Three Stooges, she’s getting into her more platonic side with those reincarnated funny guys. The vivacious bombshell also dished on stereotypes, boobs, paparazzi, lipstick and the big thrill of playing a mean and horrible femme fatale. —Prairie Miller So are these new and different Stooges, or the same old guys? They look really like the old Stooges; it’s amazing. But the actors of course bring their own personalities and things to it. And I bring out a little of the craziness.
When did you discover you were sexy? When I was a kid I was skinny, but suddenly I had these big boobs. I felt terrible. And I would tell my mother, ‘I’m going to cut these off as soon as I turn 18.’ But as Latina women, we’re very comfortable with our bodies and our sexuality. We aren’t afraid to show that off a little bit more than other women. Have you accepted your “curvy parts” now as your best asset? I’m Latina, so I don’t really think about it. But I’m sure men would tell you that it’s my boobs. Personally, I like my eyes.
How okay are you with sex scenes? I like when they leave them for the end, so you can become comfortable. And then it’s not even an issue; I wait for it. Now that you’ve been on both the big and small screen, which do you like more? I think I prefer movies. But TV reaches everybody, so that’s good too.
I’m lucky as a Latina because people don’t expect you to be skinny, so I can be a bit more plump.
Were you ever a Three Stooges fan? Oh yeah. The shows were translated into Spanish, but they were still the same Stooges. Do you have the hots for any of them in the movie? No! In the movie, I try to manipulate them into killing my husband so I can get all his money. So I play a mean woman. Yeah, she’s a horrible person. So yeah, I play another crazy woman. I think I could be getting stereotyped! But I have to be on the same level with all these guys who have these strong personalities. Speaking of hanging out with guys, you were going out with Tom Cruise, and a few months after that he got engaged to Katie Holmes. What was that like? It was a little bit uncomfortable, because the paparazzi were crazy. But I’m used to all the craziness of the press and paparazzi, of course.
What’s one accessory you can’t live without? My lipstick. If I go outside without lipstick, I feel naked.
How did you first start out, and how did you get to where you are now? I was in dentist school in Colombia. I did a TV commercial for Pepsi when I was 17, and it was huge all over Latin America. So I started getting work, first as a model. Then I started doing a TV show in Colombia. And they brought me from Colombia to Miami, where I hosted a traveling show for five years, and a game show for another couple of years.
What are the biggest challenges for you as an actress? Well, it’s not very hard because I play Latina women who are crazy and energetic.
How are you dealing with your celebrity? I’m not that successful. But hopefully I’m on my way. So I can’t complain, but I think I have a long way to go.
What do you do to stay in shape? I like to dance instead of exercising. When I can, I do Latin dancing for exercise because it’s so much fun. But I’m lucky as a Latina because people don’t expect you to be skinny, so I can be a bit more plump.
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GAMER’S CORNER TO BETA, OR NOT TO BETA? —Brad McKay
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s humans, seeking out and exploring the unknown is in our blood. At times, this can be a thing of marvel, as our curiosities shed light on unseen wonders of the cosmos. But this same drive can also ruin holiday presents and surprise parties.
The concept of surprise extends into PC video gaming, as developers frequently give players the option to peek at the top of the closet. In the past, games were tested internally until they were near perfect, and only then released to the masses. While some things may have been leaked, for the most part, a game’s details stayed under the veil until it hit store shelves. This kept games fresh, but it cost a pretty penny and development took longer than most would like. Some genius of Silicon Valley must have had a flash of inspiration one day, because software companies released their unfinished product to a select group of people to test for them for free. The software was often distributed with what the industry calls the beta version, and the curious recipients were referred to as “beta testers.”
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Beta players would report their bug findings to the company, spend hours playing a game that they would have to start over at release and do it all without pay, for the sake of satisfying their curiosity. So beta testing continued to explode into the marketplace, and companies compiled databases of players who would give up hard-earned weekends and vacations for a chance to experience their title before anyone else. Bloggers got a chance to tell their readers of their hands-on experience,
gaining cool points in the process. The process seemed like a win-win for everyone involved. As with most things in this world, there’s always a down side. Companies watched as their closely guarded secrets were unveiled to not only the testers, but to the general public. In World of Warcraft, raids take groups of players months to fully complete, as they had to discover the proper ways to kill each boss for themselves. As testers tore into the content, they would record their findings for others to read and watch, making the fight trivial after a small amount of practice. For the testers themselves, their curiosity destroyed the allure of the surprise when the title was finally released. When the news of the game’s design and features leaked to websites, non-testers were bombarded with secrets and story lines they may not have wanted to know. Beta testing essentially becomes a catch-22. Do you ignore the beta test and wait for the game to come out, or do you log into the unfinished world and risk dismantling every surprise in the process? Maybe there’s a better way.
DEVILS IN THE DETAILS
Diablo 3 unleashed their beta to players more than six months ago, giving users the opportunity to test the game’s fundamental structure and get a feel for the gameplay. Monsters assail the player from all sides as they work to conquer the game’s first real mission, and upon smashing their foe, they earn an epic reward: A message stating “You have beaten the Diablo 3 beta.” Shock sets in soon afterward. The developer tests the game’s foundational coding, but
cuts off players before probing too many mysteries. News is released to the public, but nothing more than the developer wants seen. On top of that, the fervor for the title grows as beta testers are teased with a glimpse at the promising title. In essence, the surprise party is still a surprise, even though the player found a few noisemakers. Alas, shortened betas aren’t the norm in the industry, so a majority of players are left with one question: To beta, or not to beta? In gaming, the experience of discovery is a reward all on its own, and the experience of the game is often strongest when all of the gameplay is fresh, and more importantly, unknown. So listen to parents and keep out of the beta test closet. You’ll enjoy the title that much more.
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BOOK REVIEW:
A rc a di a
by Lauren Groff
Sarah McKune
Soy cheese, free love, apple cider spiked with acid—
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n her most recent novel, New York Times best-selling author and Gainesville resident Lauren Groff takes us deep into the forests of upstate New York in the late
1960s where dozens of idealistic young people are starting a utopian community.
— Kate Sayre The novel follows Ridley Sorrel Stone, known as “Bit,” as he grows up among the Free People. Officially the first person born in Arcadia, Bit watches through the years as the people he loves work to find paradise, only to let it slip through their fingers. Through his eyes, we witness the rise and inevitable fall of Arcadia as well as Bit’s own confused love affair with problematic Helle, his childhood friend and the commune leader’s daughter. Though the commune starts to fall apart, as communes are wont to do, the novel never loses its sense of hope. Importantly, stories and language are always redemptive for Bit. One unforgettable moment is young Bit’s discovery of a dusty copy of Grimms’ Fairy Tales among the debris in the abandoned mansion that becomes Arcadia House. After he smuggles these “terrible, sharp stories” under his clothes (personal possessions aren’t allowed in Arcadia), Bit, who at age five never speaks, secretly teaches himself to read and write, eventually surprising the less observant adults around him who assume his silence means he is mentally slow. Lauren has created an introspective, gentle protagonist in Bit. Through him, we see her enduring talent for simple emotion that has surprising depth and, thankfully, runs just shy of sentimentality.
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Similar to her first novel, Monsters of Templeton, Lauren has an ambitious number of characters and it’s to her credit that they remain distinct and real. The cast of quirky and eccentric individuals might seem ridiculous if we met them in real life, but Lauren shines in her ability to humanize these hilarious and heart-wrenching misfits that make up Arcadia. With Arcadia, Lauren confirms she is one of the most talented young writers today. Kate Sayre got the chance to sit down with her before her book release party to talk about writing Arcadia.
beautiful old hippie commune that worked so beautifully for so many years then fell apart. At one point almost 900 people were living on the land; now there’s about 90. You can see buses where people used to actually live.
I cannot imagine writing a novel-length piece. How do you start such a project? I live with ideas for years and years before I feel any type of urgency to sit down. Alice Munro says she writes stories in her head first. Ever since I heard that, I’ve been trying that myself. I wait for a story to know what the story is. This means a lot of waiting for me.
What is a character map? It is an actual map. I do free writing for each character, then over that I have a relational map that I draw out by hand with lines connecting the characters. On top of that is a physical map, a map of Arcadia, the bread trucks, etc. I use a lot of tools to distract myself from the fact that I don’t really know what I’m doing.
Where did the idea for Arcadia come from? When I was pregnant with my first child, Beckett, I was very depressed. I felt isolated. You know, in this profession, you don’t work with a lot of people, and I became interested in the idea of people who willfully create happiness. So I started researching happiness, which lead me to discover these utopian communities.
Your story “Above and Below,” published last year in The New Yorker, was set in Gainesville. It’s amazing that people came and carved Gainesville out of a semitropical jungle. When my father was a boy, the landscape was much more savage. There were a lot more poisonous snakes here. It’s a wild place that’s been tamed, and I love that about it. I miss that living in the center of town now.
Is Arcadia inspired by any real place? Oneida, a utopian community [in New York]. The community was amazing in certain ways. The building they made was incredible, a mansion house. When I visited, I was the only person in this 10,000-square-foot inn, full of noises of ghostly clanks and drafts—scary as hell. Also, The Farm in the middle of Tennessee—a very
Each character in Arcadia (and there are a lot of them) has an incredibly detailed background. How did you keep track of them? I do character maps. The book is five percent of what I know about characters. I spend a lot of time with them, and it doesn’t matter if it doesn’t make it into the book.
What are you working on now? I can’t concentrate. Tiny things. Reading books for my next project.
Arcadia, out now, is available from Hyperion Books.
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Arby’s - 1405 SW 13th St 378-6555 Beef ‘O Brady’s- 6500 SW Archer Rd location. 271-8085; 1999 NW 43rd St 338-7771 Burger King - 3905 SW Archer Rd 372-0031, 20 NW 16th Ave 376-2295, 6123 NW 8th Ave 331-0494, 9401 NW 39th Ave 336-7383
Gator City Sports Grille - Serving a wide variety of great wings, burgers, chicken sandwiches, subs and much more. Daily lunch specials Mon-Fri and nightly drink specials. Happy hour Mon-Fri 4-9pm. Open Mon-Fri Sat 3:30pm-2am. Sun 3:30pm-11pm. 1728 W University Ave 377-7333
Cody’s Original Roadhouse Just plain good food everyday! Try our buy-one, get-one fajitas on Wednesdays, our top sirloin special Thursdays or our early bird specials 11am-8pm, Mon-Thur. 3100 SW Archer Rd. 548-4700. Copper Monkey Restaurant & Pub Casual dining and American food. Great burgers! Entrees from $5-$7.50. Happy hour all day with 2-4-1 single liquor drinks, $5 Yuengling pitchers. Mon-Thur 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-midnight and Sun noon10pm. 1700 W University Ave 374-4984
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Designer Greens - UF Plaza 1702 W University Ave Ste. E 352-672-6800
What do you do when you it’s 2am, you’re starving, and you’re drowning in books while cramming for an exam? You order Domino’s Pizza of course! Domino’s extensive menu of mouthwatering pizzas, melt-in-your-mouth cheesy breads, and leave-a-zing-on-yourtongue wings makes for a delicious and convenient meal any time of the day.
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Blue Gill Quality Food Check out their locally sourced southern-style favorites and seafood, with a full bar—including 20 tequilas and bourbons. Mon-Sat 11am-11pm. 1310 SW 13th St 872-5181. www. bluegillqualityfoods.com.
End Zone – Love Gator sports as much as we do? Welcome to the most Gator-friendly restaurant on the planet! Enjoy a brew at the Tim Tebow bar, root on your favorite team on one of our 18+ TVs, or try to finish our famous two-pound Gator Cup Burger. During home games we transform into the largest tailgate party in Gainesville! Great food, great fun, great Gator times for everyone. 1209 West University Ave, corner of 12th Street, Gainesville, FL, Phone: (352) 519-5111, www.endzonegainesville.com Gainesville Ale House Designed to attract a broad variety of customers, the Ale House menu focuses on food quality, freshness and value. The menu offers delicious steaks, original pasta dishes, fresh seafood, healthy salads, robust sandwiches and homemade desserts, served within the comfortable social atmosphere of a neighborhood tavern. (352) 3710818 3950 SW Archer Rd.
Grog House Bar & Grill - Go for the pool tables, drinks, and food. Located above Salty Dog, this is a great hangout for friends. Open 8pm-2am. 1718 W University Ave 378-7033 O!O Garden Grille - 1643 NW 1st Ave 352-505-3977 Honeybaked Ham Co. and Cafe - 618 NW 60 St 331-1253 International House of Pancakes Delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast from $4.99-$10.29, lunch from $4.99-$6.99 and dinner from $7.29-$11.50. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 3613 SW 13th St 336-1839 Kazbor's Grille - Three locations: 4860 NW 39th Ave 372-8181, 14209 W Newberry Rd 331-6161, 16135 NW 441 386-418-8078 Kentucky Fried Chicken - 1231 E University Ave 372-2984, 3525 SW Archer Rd 375-7899, 114 SW 34th St 372-4758, 7605 W Newberry Rd 332-1132 Krystal Restaurant - Two locations: 2659 NW 13th St 3779888, 7700 W Newberry Rd 332-8584. Lakeside Grill - This restaurant in the Paramount Plaza Hotel offers the finest American Cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Enjoy views of Bivens Lake as you taste MidWestern Prime Choice Steaks, our Ultimate Burger, the Artichoke Bowl or our Seafood Sampler. Open Sun - Thurs 6-9pm, Fri and Sat 6-10pm. Happy Hour Daily 3-7pm. 2900 SW 13th St. 377-4000. www.paramountplaza.com Mac’s Drive Thru - 129 NW 10th Ave 378-9842 McDonald's - Five locations: 6003 W Newberry Rd 3310864, 3570 SW Archer Rd 373-0515, 5110 NW 43rd St 3761965, 201 NW 13th St 376-3040 and 9260 NW 39th Ave 3379800
New Deal Cafe - 3445 W University Ave 371-4418. Perkins - Newberry Rd and I-75. 331-0388 The Pita Pit - 1702 W University Ave and 3841 Archer Rd 692-4400 Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken & Biscuits - 1412 N. Main Red Onion Neighborhood Grill - 3885 NW 24th Blvd. 352505-0088 St 377-1733 Relish - 1702 W. University Ave 338-9288 Sandy's Place - 5001 NW 34th St. 367-9993 Stonewood Grill & Tavern - 3812 W Newberry Rd 352-3795982. www.stonewoodgrill.com The Swamp - 1642 W University Ave 352-37-SWAMP www.swamprestaurant.com The Top - Lunch Mon-Fri 1130am-3pm and dinner 5pm-145am. 30 N Main St 337-1188 Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers - Five locations: in the Oaks Mall 331-0820, 1711 N Main St 373-0770, 6700 W Newberry Rd 331-8878, 9225 NW 39th Ave 336-5615 and 3619 SW Archer Rd 375-7694 Sweet Mel’s Nestled snugly in the heart of downtown on the corner of Main Street and University, Sweet Mel’s is fast becoming Gainesville’s favorite corner pub. Enjoy familyfriendly favorites like mouth-watering Angus Burgers, tender pork chops and our famous lunchtime all-you-can-eat wing bar. If you’re really feeling hungry, try the Two-Foot Burger Challenge—finish it and get a t-shirt and your picture on the Wall of Fame, or else join all the others on the Wall of Shame. 1 West University Ave, Gainesville, Florida (corner of Main and University), Phone: 352.240.6644. Open Mon-Wed 11a-11p, Thu-Sat 11a-2a, Sun 11a-6pm. The Warehouse – Whatever the occasion, The Warehouse Restaurant and Lounge, located in the newly revitalized area of Downtown Gainesville, is your answer when looking for a truly unique dining experience. Stop in for a quick bite at lunch, join us for dinner and happy hour, featuring our innovative martini and wine menus, or kick off your night in our lounge while enjoying tapas along with our reverse happy hour featuring our eclectic beer selection. With 100 spaces available, parking is breeze. Open for lunch M-F 11am-2pm; open for dinner M-W 5pm-9pm, Th-Sam 5pm-10pm. 502 S Main St, (352) 240-6432, www.WarehouseDining.com
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Harvest Thyme Café & Catering Company - 2 W University Ave 384-9497 Heavenly Ham- 3832 W Newberry Rd. 375-8050 Hogan’s - NW 13th St. 376-6224 Jimmy John’s - 2220 SW Archer Rd 271-7600 and 1724 W University Ave 375-7222
BAGELS Bagels Unlimited - Delicious bagels, deli, sandwiches, full breakfast and muffins. Breakfast and lunch from 6 30am-3pm daily. Prices from $1.25-$6. 2124 SW 34th St 372-7006
BARBECUE Adam’s Rib Co. - Putting the ribs back in BBQ. Fresh smoked BBQ chicken, beef, pork and ribs. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mon-Sat 7am-9pm and Sun 3-8pm. 2111 NW 13th St (across from Taco Bell) 373-8882
McAlister’s Deli - Two locations: 618 NW 60th St 331-8900, 3262 SW 35th Blvd location, 373-6364 Quiznos - Two locations: Plaza Royale at 3822 Newberry Rd 379-0102, Union Street Station at 201 SE 1st St 338-1807 Roly Poly - 4123 NW 16th Blvd, 352-372-1100 Schlotzsky’s Deli - 4720 NW 39th Ave. 372-DELI Sub Shop - 7249 NW 4th Blvd 332-1599 Subsational - 3312 SW 35th Blvd off Archer Rd, 374-4830. Subway - Multiple locations: 100 NW 13th St, 3316 SW 35th Blvd, 1805 SW 13th St, 3412 W Univ Ave, 7220 SW Archer Rd TooJays Gourmet Deli - 3410 SW Archer Rd, 352-344-0973
Bono’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q - 6760 W Newberry Rd 331-3112 David’s Real Pit BBQ - 5121 NW 39th Ave 373-2002 Homestyle Bar-B-Q & Catering - 9 SE 13th St, 367-4400 Sonny's BBQ- Three locations: 2700 NE Waldo Rd 3785161, 3635 SW Archer Rd 375-6667 and 9213 NW 39th Ave 381-7333
CARIBBEAN
Caribbean Queen - Enjoy the authentic flavors of Jamaican food at Gainesville’s oldest Caribbean restaurant. The Queen offers everything from jerk chicken and oxtail to curried goat escoviche fish. And the tasty spices are straight from the islands. There are also many vegan and vegetarian dishes. You can’t go wrong with a visit to this inexpensive little gem. 507 NW 5th Ave. 374-8111, Mon - Thurs 11am 7:30 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am - 11:45 pm
CARIBBEAN QUEEN
Cold Stone Creamery - Two locations. 3822 W Newberry Rd 271-7437, 3443 Archer Rd across from the Butler Plaza. 377-7520 Midnight Cookies¬ ¬ ¬s¬ ¬37¬ TH¬3T¬ )NSIDE¬ California Chicken Grill.) Mochi Frozen Yogurt - 3841 SW Archer Rd 352-371-7575 Sweet Dreams Café - 3437 W University Ave, 378-0532, open Sun-Thurs 12-10pm and Fri and Sat 12-11pm Tropical Smoothie Cafe - SW 34th St 379-9988 TCBY - 3102 SW 34th St 379-9988.
GOURMET
Albert’s Restaurant - 1714 SW 34th Street. 384-3420 Bistro 1245 - 1245 W University Ave 376-0000 Iveys Grill - 3303 W University Ave 371-4839 Leonardo’s 706 - 706 W University Ave 378-2001 Mildred’s Big City Food - 3445 W University Ave, 371-1711. 101 downtown – Union Street Plaza, 201 SE 2nd Ave, Suite 101 Panache at the Wine and Cheese Gallery - 113 N Main St 372-8446 Paramount Grill - 12 SW 1st Ave 378-3398 Stonewood Tavern & Grill - 3812 Newberry Rd 379-5982 Terranova Catering & Market - 14 SW 1st Ave 378-7810 Upper Crust - 4118 Nw 16th Blvd 376-7187
Virtually Cuban Restaurant and Internet Cafe - 2409 SW 13th St 336-4125
CHINESE
Asian Buffet - 1116 N Main St next to Publix. 271-8666 Chan’s Chinese Take-Out - 9200 NW 39th Ave, 380-9856 China 88 - 4217 NW 16th Blvd, 377-7988 China I - 3720 NW 13th St 374-8886 China King - 3230 SW 35th Blvd 377-9237 China Star Chinese Takeout - 3307 W University Ave, 338-8282 China Wok - 5705 SW 75th St 379-8032 Chop Stix Cafe - 3500 SW 13th St 367-0003 Hot Wok - 3006 NW 13th St 271-8816 Mr. Han's Restaurant & Night Club - 6944 NW 10th Place, 331-6400 New Century Buffet - 6795 W Newberry Rd, 331-9868 New China Restaurant - 3423 SW Archer Rd 335-6684 New Wok - 421 NW 13th St, 336-6566 Saigon Legend Restaurant - 1228 W University Ave, 374-0934 Taste of Saigon - 4860 NW 39th Ave, 372-0765 The China House - 1512 NE 8th Ave, 372-0765
HEALTH FOODS
Book Lover’s Cafe - Located inside Books Inc. 505 NW 13th St 384-0090 Nature’s Table - 6253 W Newberry Rd 331-6025 Red Mango - 3333 SW 34th St. Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3345 SW 34th St 379-9988
HOME COOKIN’
The Clock Restaurant - 2010 N Main St 375-1411 The Cracker Barrel - 4001 SW 43rd St 375-2424
Bay Island Coffee Company - 3270 SW 35th St, 372-5754 Coffee Culture – Open early 7 days a week. 2020 NW 13th St, 377-1700; 3822 Newberry Rd Maude’s Classic Cafe- 101 SE 2nd Place, Suite 101 3369646 Plaza Coffee Shop - 207 NE 16th Ave, 378-0600 Starbucks - 207 SE 1st St, 374-8227; 4780 NW 39th Ave, 379-7787; 3822; 6707 Newberry Rd, 332-9898; 1520 NW 13th St, 371-1375 Volta Coffee, Tea & Chocolate - 48 SW 2nd St, 271-4361
Maui Teriyaki has been around since 1995 and continues to uphold their standard of quality, freshness, and generous portions while being sensitive to your wallet in today’s economy. Enjoy the spacious and Hawaiian themed ambiance. Bring the whole family, meet your friends, watch the games on our big screen TV, or set up a meeting with a business client. Along with the usual favorites-- powerbowls, chicken, steak and pork bowls-- they’ve added the 6oz Salmon Teriyaki meal and the 1/3 lb Maui Angus Burger. Remember, every time you hear yourself saying “me so hungry,” you know it’s Maui Teriyaki time! 3105 SW 34th Street, Open Mon-Thur 9am9:45pm, Fri-Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 9am-3pm 264-0262, www.mauiuniversitytown.com Radha Indian Market - 125 NW 23rd Ave 378-2955 Stubbies & Steins – Located in the heart of downtown Gainesville since 2003, Stubbies & Steins is the only Australian/German pub in Gainesville, perhaps even the world! Enjoy traditional German sausages, schnitzel, and even unique vegetarian and gluten-free fare anytime from 4pm to closing Mondays through Saturdays, and noon to 11pm on Sundays. Gainesville’s original beer pub has 24 draught selections and over 400 bottles of beer, wine and cider, so you’ll never run out of brews to explore. Open Mo-Sa 4p-2a, Sun 12n11p. 9 West University Ave, phone: (352) 384-1261, www.stubbiesandsteins.com
Phil-NIcks – Located in the heart of Downtown Gainesville, Phil-Nicks offers a culinary experience that truly stands out. They pride themselves on variety, specializing in African American soul food, Italian and Cuban cuisine. Everything they serve is homemade, every day. Breakfast starts at 6:30am and has everything from eggs and delicious maple bacon to homemade hash browns and salmon cakes. Lunch starts at 11am and includes everything from pizza and the best ribs in town to a variety of subs, salads and sandwiches. They’re even vegan and vegetarian friendly! Phil-Nicks has something for everyone. 37 North Main Street, Phone: 352-376-8269. www. georgesatphilnicks.com Open 6:30am-3:00pm, M-F.
Tim’s Thai Restaurant- 501 NW 23rd Ave 372-5424
Papa John’s Pizza - Three locations: 1800 W University Ave 0!0!¬ ¬ ¬37¬!RCHER¬2D¬ 0!0! ¬ ¬.7¬ 16th Blvd, 375-PAPA Pazza Bistro - 3841 Archer Rd 352-505-6977 Pizza Hut - Two locations: 3515 SW Archer Rd 374-4440 and 2320 NW 43rd St 373-6699 Rocco’s New York Style Pizza - 125 NW 23rd Ave 378-2955 Roma’s Pizza - 2320 SW Archer Rd. 335-6661 Romano’s Macaroni Grill - 6419 W Newberry Rd 331-0638 Satchel's Pizza - 1800 NE 23rd Ave 335-7272
JAPANESE Bento Cafe - 3832 W Newberry Rd 377-8686 Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company Inc. - 201 SE 2nd Ave in suite 103. 371-3359 Fuji Hana Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - 3720 NW 13th St. Suite 1, 352-337-0038 Ichiban Sushi - Two locations: 4401 NW 25th Place 3758880 and 15 SE 1st Ave. 376-8220 Miraku Japanese Steakhouse, Seafood and Sushi Bar 4005 SW 40 Blvd 336-3188 Miya Sushi - 3222 SW 35th Blvd 335-3030 Momoyaki - 3100 SW 34th St. 352-384-3733 Rolls n’ Bowls - 3117 SW 34th St, 271-1011 Sawamura Japanese Steakhouse - 1624 SW 13th St 3731076. Sushi-Matsuri Japanese Restaurant - 3418 SW Archer Rd. 335-1875 Yamato Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - 526 NW 60th St 332-4466
LATIN
Emiliano’s Café - Offering some of the best in innovative and traditional Latin American cuisine. Specialties are paella (rice and seafood) and veggie dishes. Take advantage of indoor seating or the outdoor patio. Lunch entrees from $6.95-$8.95. Dinner entrees from $9.95-$21.95. Lunch: Tues-Sat 1130am4pm, Dinner: Tues-Thur 5 30-10pm, Fri-Sat 5 30-10 30pm and Sun 5 30-9pm, Brunch Sun 11am-3pm. 7 SE 1st Ave 375-7381
Flaco’s Cuban Bakery - 200 W University Ave 371-2000 Fritanga Latin Grill - 1702 W University Ave, Suite F2 371-4554
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ITALIAN/PIZZA
Amelia’s - 235 S Main St. 373-1919 Big Lou’s Pizza - 5 SE 2nd Ave, 335-7123 Cacciatore Pizza- 9130 SW 51st Rd 692-0905 Carrabba’s Italian Grill - 3021 SW 34th St 692-0083 CiCi’s Pizza - 3246 SW 35th Blvd 692-1260 Domino’s - For quality pizza, great variety and prompt service, choose Domino’s! 2106 SW 13th St: 377-2337. 3311 W University Ave: 3774992. 14300 W Newberry Rd: 333-3333. 25 NW 16th Ave: 373-5555. 4620 NW 39th Ave: 692-2222. With 8 locations, nobody can serve you better. Place and track your order @ GatorDominos.com Five-Star Pizza - Three locations: 210 SW 2nd Ave 3755600, 600 NW 75th St 333-7979, and 4014 NW 22nd Drive. 378-9606 Godfather's Pizza - 1405 NW 23rd Ave 377-0000 Gumby’s Pizza - 2028 SW 34th St. 374-8629 Hungry Howie’s - Three locations. 105 SW 34th Rd, 3358444. 1310 NW 23rd Ave, 374-6600. 39th Ave, 372-1112 Italian Gator Pizza - 1728 W University Ave 367-4600 Leonardo’s By the Slice - University Ave and 13th St. 375-2007 Leonardo’s Millhopper - 4131 NW 16th Blvd. 376-2001 Manuel’s Vintage Room - Come enjoy great Italian food at reasonable prices right in the heart of downtown Gainesville. Operated by the former owner of Daniela’s, Manuel’s is sure to appeal to any appetite. Dinner $10-$20. Open Tues-Sat 5-10pm, Sun 5-9pm 6 S Main St. 375-7372 Napolitanos - 606 NW 75th St 372-6671 Olive Garden - 3440 SW Archer Rd 335-5354
We’re not just Gelato (though our Gelato IS amazing—and lower in fat & calories than ice cream!)—here you can get succulent savory or sweet crepes, sandwiches, salads, paninis, cheesesteak, all-day breakfast and so much more! Need to study? Use our FREE Wi-Fi. Need to recover after a night bar-hopping? We serve food till 3:30 am ThursdaySaturday. Just want a tasty, satisfying meal on a budget? Definitely come see us! 11 SE 1st Avenue, Gainesville (between Emiliano’s and Ichiban), Phone: 352-373-3153, www.thegelatocompany.com The Midnight - Your cozy corner pub featuring affordable, quality, homemade comfort food like sloppy joes, chili con carne, vegan chili, grilled sandwiches, and quarter-pound hot dogs! In addition to serving food from 5:00 pm - 1:30 am seven days a week, The Midnight features over 140 bottled beers, constantly rotating drafts, wine, coffee, board games, outdoor seating and great specials throughout the week! 223 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL (opposite the new courthouse), Phone: 352-672-6113, TheMidnightGainesville.com Mildred’s Big City Food - If you’re looking for the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a delicious lunch, try Mildred’s. A Gainesville staple, Mildred’s offers bistro dining at its finest. Executive Chef Bert Gill and his staff prepare each dish from scratch using locally grown seasonal organic produce, fresh local farm products, and fresh Florida seafood. And the desserts are amazing. Mildred’s is just one mile from campus in the Westgate Shopping Center, which offers ample parking. 3445 W. University Ave. M-Th 11am-3:30pm, 5-9pm. Fri-Sat 11am-3:30pm, 5-10pm. Sun noon-3pm, 4-8pm. www.mildredsbigcityfood.com, 352-371-1711.
Piccadilly Cafeteria - 2620 NW 13th St 378-7422 Waffle House - Three locations in Gainesville: Archer Rd & I-75 376-6746, 2120 SW 13th St 376-7208, Newberry Rd, and I-75, 332-5666
INTERNATIONAL
101 downtown – Union Street Plaza, 201 SE 2nd Ave, Suite 101 Alan’s Cubana - 1712 W University Ave 375-6969. Bahn Thai Restaurant - 1902 SW 13th St 335-1204.
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43rd Street Deli & Breakfast House - Two locations: 4401 NW 25th Place 373-2927 and 3483 SW Williston Rd 373-5656. Celebrations Cafe & Catering - 490 NE 23rd Ave Call 3770787 for catering and 377-0397 for the cafe. Court of Hero's - Dine-in Mon-Sat 11-2am and Sun 11am11pm, delivery Sun 11-3am, Mon-Thur 11-3am and Fri-Sat 11-4am. 2028 SW 34th St. 374-8629 George’s at Phil-Nick’s - 37 N Main St 376-8269
Liquid Ginger Asian Grille & Teahouse - Enjoy traditional and modern Asian cuisine in a soothing atmosphere downtown. Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm Mon-Fri and noon-5pm on Sun, dinner 5pm-10pm Mon-Sun. 101 SE 2nd Place, Ste 118, 371-2323
DESSERTS
Reggae Shack Café - Come to the Caribbean Spice - 1121 W University Ave friendly 377-2712 always fun and very Reggae Shack Café for an authentic taste of Jamaica. From the traditional oxtail meal to vegan options and smoothies (plus delicious desserts like rum cake), this fun restaurant halfway between downtown and campus is a great choice for lunch or dinner. Now, also serving sandwiches like Jerk Burger and Currified Chicken. Open Every Day 11am-10pm, 619 W. University Ave., 377-5464. 619 W University Ave. 377-5464
DELI/SUBS
Indian Cuisine - 3314 SW 35th Blvd 271-1190
Mars Pub & Laser Tag - Yes, we serve food! Enjoy #14, the Gibbler, #1, the Martian, #20, the Fluffer Nutter or any of the other 17 sandwiches (and other specialties) Mars Pub & Laser Tag has to offer. Fresh ingredients plus a healthy dose of irreverence equals amazing noms— all prepared with love, just for you. Please don’t eat, drink and play laser tag at the same time; you might spill your beer or lose your lettuce. However, if you can effectively manage your time, please enjoy a sandwich or a sub and/or a beer or wine and/or laser tag at Mars. Open Sun & Mon 8p-2a, Tue-Sat 4p-2a, 239 W. University Ave., Phone: 352-672-6440, marspubandlasertag.com
Bageland - 2441 NW 43rd St 371-3354 Bagel Bakery - 4113 Northwest 16th Boulevard Gainesville 352 384-9110
COFFEE
Balaji Indian Cuisine - 125 NW 23rd Ave 378-2955
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SWEET MEL’S
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Sweet Mel’s is the place to go when you’re hungry for a good old-fashioned American burger and beer, with friendly bartenders to boot. That is, unless you’re feeling a little adventurous and want a very untraditional carnival burger served on a funnel cake (because they have that too). On a “liquid” diet? Mel’s Martini Madness on Thursday means $4 martinis, and more.
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MEDITERRANEAN Falafel King - 3252 SW 35th Blvd 375-6342 Gyro Plus - 1011 W University Ave 336-5323
MEXICAN
Boca Fiesta â&#x20AC;&#x201C; We serve our full menu with full bar seven days a week, MondaySaturday till 2am.Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll probably go swimming afterwards! Mexican food with an eclectic menu, the best margaritas in town and the freshest tacos and burritos youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever tastedâ&#x20AC;Ś We like to hang out! 232 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, FL (just west of the Hipp), Phone: 352-336-8226, www. bocafiesta.com
Burrito Brothers Taco Co. - 16 NW 13th St 378-5948 Chipotle - 1432 W University Ave, 372-5330 El Norteno - 516 NW 75th St, 332-5502 El Indio - Serving real Mexican food including huevos rancheros, tacos, burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas and nachos. At the Northwood location, you can have a burger and a shake too. 11am-10pm daily; breakfast served Mon-Fri from 7-11am and Sat-Sun 9-1130am at the campus location, 407 NW 13th St 377-5828. Open Mon-Sat 11am-9pm at the Northwood location, 5011 NW 34th St 336-4441. La Fiesta - 332-0878 La Tienda Latina Restaurante Market - SW 13th St 367-0022
Las Magaritas - 4401 NW 25th Pl 374-6699 Millhopper Cafe - 5200 NW 43rd St 373-2550 Moeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - Three locations. 3832 Newberry Rd, 337-2850. 3443 SW Archer Rd., 384-3700. 7770 W. Newberry Rd, 332-7606 Taco Bell - Two locations: 826 W University Ave 373-2949 and 7410 W Newberry Rd 332-1238 Tijuana Flats - 1720 W University Ave, 692-3093
The Laboratory, a CafĂŠ of Science! Gourmet sandwiches, jawdropping nachos, beer, soda, wine dessert, free Wi-Fi, live music, TV, outdoor patio and 34 delicious no-hassle spots of free parking! What more could you ask for? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also available to host events for your club, co-workers, group, or charity. Open Monday-Saturday 3pm-2am. The Laboratory, a CafĂŠ of Science! If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a little bit weird, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love it here. 818 West University Avenue, between Taco Bell & Bodytech. (352) 505-5337
MIXED BAG
Applebee's Restaurant - 1005 NW 13th St 335-0150. Banyanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant - 7417 W Newberry Rd. 332-7500 Clubhouse Grill - 5112 NW 34th St 376-9500 This eclectic new cafĂŠ has unique sandwiches, hoagies, smoothies, desserts, beer and more to satisfy your inner cravings. Enjoy a quick lunch, or stay and indulge in food and conversation that are delicious and nutritious. Feed your mind, fill your stomach, soothe your soul! 211 West University, Gainesville Fl (between :08 & FUBAR), FREE Parking till 9pm across the street at The Vault, Phone: (352) 3363733, www.FlashbacksCafe.com
SEAFOOD
Ballyhoo Grill - 3700 W. University Ave., 352-373-0059 Blue Water Bay - 319 State Road 26, 475-1928 Bonefish Grill - 3237 SW 35th Blvd. 377-8383 Captain Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - 3610 SW Archer Rd 375-4892 Cedar River Seafood & Oyster Bar - Two locaions: 5847 SW 75th St 376-0351 and 2320 NW 43rd St 371-4848
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Mark's US Prime - 201 SE 2nd Ave. 336-0077 Outback Steakhouse - 3536 SW Archer Rd 373-9499 Texas Roadhouse - 3830 SW Archer Rd 377-2820
THAI
Bahn Thai - 1902 SW 13th St 335-1204 Timâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thai Restaurant - 501 NW 23rd Ave 372-5424
VIETNAMESE
Saigon Cafe and Sushi 2 Go - 808 W University Ave. 338-0023 Taste of Saigon II - 4860 NW 39th Blvd, Suite C 372-8686
Drop by the Lakeside Bar and Grill at the Paramount Plaza Hotel for dinner on Thursday if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having a seafood craving. Or, try their new menu any night of the week. Lakeside serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all week long, and is one of Gainesvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best hidden secrets.
Looseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bar food with attitude. Looseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focuses on quality over a big menu or speed. If you are looking for good food, great company and a great variety of beer and wine and have some time to sit and enjoy yourself, Looseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is definitely the place. In addition to great food, Looseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offers a full liquor bar specializing in handcrafted and small-batch brands, twenty draught beers including local and regional microbrews like Swamphead and Florida Beer, a surprising array of excellent wine at boxed wine prices, pool tables, steeltipped dart boards and patio seating. Located downtown in the old Market Street Pub, 120 SW 1st Street. Looseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-- laid back and casual, never a line, never a cover. Open Su-Mo 4p-11p, Tu-Sa 4p-2a, serving food til 9 Sun & Mo, 11p the rest of the week, 352.672.6465 Panera Bread - 3443 SW Archer Rd, 380-0380 Planet Smoothie - 1620 W University Ave 381-8851 Ruby Tuesday - Located in the Oaks Mall. 331-0033
Harryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood Bar & Grille - 110 SE 1st St., 372-1555 J & L Seafood Shack - 922 SE Williston Rd 374-0950 Long John Silverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - 17 NW 60th St 331-3474 Northwest Grille - 5115 NW 39th Ave 376-0500 Red Lobster - 6910 W Newberry Rd 331-2670 Rosaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crab Shack - 104 NE Waldo Rd. 376-0101
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STUBBIES & STEINS
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES
The only Australian/German pub in Gainesville, perhaps even the world offers late-night food specials ($3 bratwurst or all beef franks, 10pm – close!) and an outrageous selection of beer, wine & cider—24 draughts and over 400 bottles. 352-384-1261 • 9 W University Ave
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We like to hang out late as much as you do, serving full menu with full bar seven days a week, Monday-Saturday till 2am. We’ll probably go swimming afterwards. 352-336-8226 • www.bocafiesta.com, 232 SE 1st Street
Late night pizza delivery until 4am 13th St. FRE-BEER (373-2337) University/34th St. 377-4992 Hot, fresh, delicious pizza, chicken, oven baked sandwiches, and penne pasta. GatorDominos.com. Facebook.com/GatorDominos
COPPER MONKEY
END ZONE
Some of the best burgers in town and other great food served until late. 374-4984 1700 W Univ Ave
CARIBBEAN QUEEN
FLASHBACKS CAFÉ
Nestled downtown between :08 and FUBAR, Flashbacks Café satisfies your late-night cravings till 2:30am Wed-Sat, till 11p Sun-Tue. Sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, desserts, kombucha, Bold City, PBR & more. 336-3733, FlashbacksCafe.com
SWEET MEL’S
Nestled snugly in the heart of downtown on the corner of Main Street and University, Sweet Mel’s is fast becoming Gainesville’s favorite corner pub. 1 West University Ave, Gainesville, Florida (corner of Main and University), Phone: 352.240.6644. Open Mon-Wed 11a-11p, Thu-Sat 11a-2a, Sun 11a-6pm.
THE MIDNIGHT
Corner pub serving budget-friendly, quality comfort food from 5:00 pm till 1:30 am seven days a week—enjoy homemade chili, sloppy joes and what just may be the best grilled cheese you ever had. Veggie options, too! 223 S Main St., 352-672-6113, TheMidnightGainesville.com
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LOOSEY’S
If you are looking for good food, great company and a great variety of beer and wine, Loosey’s is your place. Mon-Sat 4pm - 2am, food from 4pm 11pm. 352-672-6465 120 SW 1st St (In the old Market Street Pub)
DOMINO’S
The Most Gator-Friendly Restaurant on the Planet has the best late-night munchies! Fat, meaty wings (50¢ all day, every day!), deep-fried hot dogs and so much more, plus our amazing $5.95 daily specials. Plenty of awesome free parking! Serving food till at least midnight every night— sometimes later! 1209 W Univ Ave. corner of 12th St 352-519-5111. www.endzonegainesville.com
GATOR CITY
SPORTSGRILLE Serving delicious wings, sandwiches and much SALOON more until late. 1728 W Univ Ave. BILLIARDS 377-7333
CARIBBEAN QUEEN
Enjoy the authentic flavors of Jamaican food at Gainesville’s oldest Caribbean restaurant. 507 NW 5th Ave. 374-8111, Mon - Thurs 1am - 7:30pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-11:45pm
MARS PUB & LASER TAG
Food, beer, wine and laser tag 7 days a week until 2 am! What more could you want?! 239 W. University Ave. 352-672-6440 marspubandlasertag.com. Sun & Mon 8pm-2am, Tue-Sat 4pm-2am
THE LABORATORY, A CAFÉ OF SCIENCE!
Serving up sandwiches, bagels & the BEST nachos in town till 1:30am, and beer and wine until 2am. Open Monday-Saturday 3pm-2am. If you’re a little bit weird, you’ll love it here. The Laboratory, a Café of Science! 818 West University Avenue, between Taco Bell & Bodytech. (352) 505-5337 Free Parking.
Apr 25 THE MOVEMENT / Morning Fatty $10 adv Apr 26 PAUL SIMON Tribute Night - FREE Apr 27 GREENLAND IS MELTING / Thomas Wynn & Believers Apr 28 D.P / Messenger / BlastFoMe - FREE w/ticket Apr 29 BOB LOG III $8 adv May 3 CANNIBAL CORPSE $15 adv May 4 PASSAFIRE / tba $10 adv / $12 dos May 5 HEAVY PETTY / Righteous Kind $6 adv May 16 LOCAL H $10 adv May 17 HEARTLESS BASTARDS $12 adv May 26 LUCERO $17 adv May 30 YACHT $10 adv
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The Best
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Bagels and Sandwiches
Muffins
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Blue Gill Quality Foods 352-872-5181
Fried Okra, Chicken Liver, Seafood
Soup & Salad, Sandwiches, Fried Fish
Homemade Ice Cream, Fried Pie, Lemon Bars
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Boca Fiesta 352-336-8226
Burritos! Burritos! Burritos!
Tacos! Tacos! Tacos!
Dessert Nachos
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Calico Jack's 352-375-BEER
Oysters, Seafood, Steak
Soups, Salads & Sandwiches
Choose from our Dessert Case
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Caribbean Queen 352-374-8111
Beef Stew, Curried Goat
Brown Stew Tofu, Jerk Wings
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Copper Monkey 352-374-4984
Burgers, Salads, Sandwiches
Burgers, Salads, Sandwiches
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Adam’s Rib Co. 352-514-8692
Ribs, Southern BBQ
Burgers, BBQ Sandwiches
Amelia's FIne Italian Cuisine 352-373-1919
Fine Italian Fare
Bagels Unlimited 352-372-7006
Domino's
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Specialty Pizza, Oven-baked Sandwiches
$5 Lunch Menu
Chocolate Lava Cake, Cinnastix
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El Indio
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Nachos, Tacos
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Emiliano’s 352-375-7381
Paella, Seafood, Chicken
Tapas, Sandwiches, Salads
Cakes and Pies
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End Zone 352 519-5111
Wings, Surf & Turf, Veggie Philly Steak
2 lb Gator Cup Burger, Deep Fried Hot Dog
Oreo Pie, Towering Milky Way
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Flashbacks Café 352-336-3733
A Shroom with a View Wrap, Whole Hog Sandwich
The No Whey Jose Hoagie, Mediterranean Salad
local cakes, pies & more—changes daily
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Gator City 352-377-7333
Burgers, Fish
Wings, Nachos
Banana Foster Bites
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The Gelato Company 352-373-3153
Jersey Cheesesteak, All-day Breakfast
pollo panini, great great salad, tropical mango sandwich
10+ flavors of GELATO, Crepes
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Phil-Nicks 352-376-8269
Come for Breakfast!
Homemade Beef Stew, Subs, Salads
Homemade Flan, Pound Cake, Sweet Potato Pie
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IHOP 352-336-1839
Chicken Breast, Steaks
Burgers, Sandwiches
Fried Banana Cheesecake
N
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The Laboratory 352-505-5337
Pavlov’s Nachos, The Madam Curie, Gary’s Special
This is SCIENCE! We don’t serve lunch! Yet.
Tesla’s Testes, Cathy’s cookies
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Lakeside Grill 377-4000 ext. 3
Artichoke Bowl, Seafood Sampler, Wings
Closed
Mike's Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Lovin' Spoon Cake
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Liquid Ginger 352-371-2323
Asian Fusion
Asian Fusion
Exotic Ice Creams, Cheesecake
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Loosey's 352-672-6465
Pork Carbonara, Truffled Fries
Closed
Dessert Martinis
Y
Y
Y
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Manuel’s 352-375-7372
Pasta, Chicken, Steak
Closed
Specialty desserts change every day
N
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Mars Pub & Laser Tag 352-672-6440
Bee’s Knees, Big Bird, ‘Merica
Lunch here starts at 4pm, 8pm Sun & Mon
Candies and Cracker Jack
Y
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The Midnight 352-672-6113
Best Grilled Cheese, Chili, Sloppy Joes, ¼ lb Hot Dogs
We’re still getting ready; come for dinner!
Grilled Nutella and Peanut Butter Sandwich
Y
Y
Y
N
Mildred's Big City Food 352-371-1711
Farm Market
Fresh Casual
Fresh Cakes Made On-Site
Y
N
Y
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New Deal Café 352-371-4418
Gourmet Burgers, Paninis
Flatbreads, Soups & Salads
Award-Winning Desserts
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Reggae Shack Café 352-377-5464
Oxtail, Vegan Steak, Jerk Chicken
Fresh Salads, Burgers, Sandwiches
Dessert Festivals
N
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N
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Stubbies & Steins 352-384-1261
Schnitzel, Vegetarian Bratwurst, Salads
Come back for dinner
Strudel, Profiteroles
Y
N
N
N
Sweet Mel's 352-240-6644
Sweet Mel Burger, Pork Chops
Wing Bar, Hell Fries
Desserts: Deep-fried Oreos
Y
Y
Y
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Area surrounding Main St & University Ave. Approximately a
Areas in and around the University of Florida Campus, including
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34th St, 13th St, University Ave & Archer Rd within 1 mile of
campus area and most of NW Gainesville not covered by other zones.
BFD – 101 SE 2nd Pl #114 352-378-2777; F6
Campus boundaries.
Adam’s Rib Co. – 2111 NW 13th St 373-8882; E5
Boca Fiesta - 232 SE 1st St 352-336-8226; F6
Bagels Unlimited – 2124 SW 34th St 372-7006; D7
D'lites Emporium – 4216 NW 16th Blvd 378-2969; C5
Blue Gill Quality Food - 1310 SW 13th St 872-5181; F6
Cody's Original Roadhouse – 3100 SW Archer Rd 352-548-4700; D8
Domino’s – 25 NW 16th Ave 373-5555; F5
Caribbean Queen - 507 NW 5th Ave 374-8111; F6
Copper Monkey Restaurant & Pub – 1700 W Univ. Ave 374-4984; E6
Domino’s – 4620 NW 39th Ave 692-2222; B4
Emiliano's Café - 7 SE 1st Ave 375-7381; F6
Domino’s – 2106 SW 13th St 373-2337; E6
El Indio – 5011 NW 34th St 336-4441; D3
End Zone Bar & Grill - 1209 W Univ Ave 519-5111; F6
Domino’s – 34th & University 37-PIZZA; D6
Flashbacks Café - 211 West University Ave 336-3733; F6
El Indio – 407 NW 13th St 377-5828; E6
Zone 6 - Outskirts
The Gelato Company - 11 SE 1st Ave 352-373-3153; F6
EndZone – 1209 W Univ Ave 352-519-1111; F6
Area includes anything not in any zone pictured on the map. Mostly
Phil-Nicks – 37 North Main St 352-376-8269; F6
Gator City Sports Grille – 1728 W University Ave 377-7333; E6
areas just outside of town, such as Haile Plantation or N 441.
Liquid Ginger – 101 SE 2nd Pl 371-2323; F6
Grog House Bar & Grille – 1718 W University Ave 378-7033; E6
Domino's – 14300 W Newberry Rd 333-3333; A6
Loosey's – 120 SW 1st St 352-672-6465; F6
International House of Pancakes – 3625 SW 13th St 336-1839; E8
Domino's – 5750 SW 75th Ct 373-8888; 9C
Manuel's Vintage Room – 6 S Main St 375-7372; F6
The Laboratory, a Café of Science! - 818 W Univ Ave 505-5337; F6
Mars Pub & Laser Tag - 239 W. University Ave. 352-672-6440; F6
Mildred's Big City Food – 3445 W University Ave 352-371-1711; C6
The Midnight - 223 S Main St 672-6113; F6
New Deal Cafe – 3445 W University Ave 352-371-4418; C6
Reggae Shack Cafe - 619 W University Ave 377-5464; F6 Stubbies & Steins – 9 W University Ave 352-384-1261; F6
Zone 4 - Mall Area
Sweet Mel's – 1 W University Ave 352-240-6644; F6
Area in and around the Oaks Mall at I-75 and University Ave
Zuzu – 12 W. University Ave 352-377-9468; F6
and a 1-mile radius surrounding that intersection.
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PANACHE: THE WINE AND CHEESE GALLERY Those of us who have lived in Gainesville “since the days of Tim Tebow” think we know this town inside and out. It’s easy to visit the same places and fall into a routine, rarely surprised by anything we see. This is exactly what makes Panache so charming. It is the kind of place you wish you had discovered earlier. But like a fine wine, the Panache experience is best when your Gainesville palette has matured.
—Jennifer Coleman
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Bon Appetit
Panache provides a balanced variety of both vegetarian and delicatessen delights (soups, salads, sandwiches and quiches), as well as an impressive range of wine, beer and cider. The Vegetable Delight ($8.50), a vegetable salad covered with seasoned tempeh crumbles and green pea aioli with sides of parsnip chips and marinated zucchini, was a compelling special. But the Coney Island special ($9) also tempted us with a ciabatta roll full of roasted carrots, Swiss, Havarti, bacon, Dijon mustard and mixed greens, with sides of radish and corn relish. We decided upon two sandwiches with sides of kettle chips and a pickle, both at $7.50, served between fresh bread from Flour Pot Bakery. The service is just as good as the food. Our plates arrived promptly. The Normandy, a ham sandwich filled with thinly sliced green apples, seasoned with cinnamon and topped with brie, was made complete with thick French bread. The generous stack of apples provided a balanced combination of sweet among the salty and creamy.
The Reuben also proved to be a marriage of flavors. Thick slices of corned beef, generous amounts of sauerkraut and rich Thousand Island dressing overflowed between two slices of toasted New York rye bread. It’s designed for people who will sacrifice clean hands for a downright delicious sandwich.
Take-home Tastes
The Wine and Cheese Gallery is the heart and soul of this Main Street dwelling. The store is an experience itself. With a selection of gourmet sauces, cheeses, and more than 3,000 wines, you can enjoy the delicious flavors of Panache. The gallery offers wine tastings, education classes and special dinner events throughout the year, including WUFT’s annual Celebration of Wine. If you’re stuck in a food rut, the food and atmosphere of Panache is sure to lift you up.
Olga Brahollari
Panache is reminiscent of a classic French bistro: modest on the outside and quaint behind closed doors. It resides within the downtown Wine and Cheese Gallery, a gourmet shop that has served Gainesville for more than 35 years. This clandestine location makes Panache feel like an escape from daily routine. The infinite rows of international wines and refrigerators full of aged cheeses made us feel like we fell off the Gainesville grid. On the picturesque patio, wooden fences block the outside world. The tables sit below a canopy of trees, ensuring that even the hottest afternoons won’t spoil your lunch. Wine corks lay at the roots of surrounding plants. Pots of flowers hang from the branches. It’s pleasant enough to enjoy by yourself with a canine companion, but it’s also a great hideaway to share with friends and family. The indoor dining area possesses a similar beauty. The simple décor and natural window lighting suggest that co-owners Bunky Mastin and Wade Tyler take pleasure in the sweet things in life.
FAST FACTS
Phone: 352-372-8446 Address: 113 N Main St. Web: www.wineandcheesegallery.com Parking: Meter parking across the street during lunch hours; free street parking in the evenings. Hours: 11am-2:15pm Monday through Friday; 12pm-3pm Saturday Editor’s Pick: The Normandy Price Range: $$ ($$$$) Dress Code: Casual Weekly Specials: Friday happy hour at the Wine and Cheese Gallery with drinks and cheeseboard, 5pm-8pm.
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PHIL NICKS: A GOOD PLACE TO EAT The windows at Phil Nick’s cry out to Main Street that it’s “A Good Place to Eat.” The old-style gold letters do not lie. Phil Nick’s has some of the best Southern food (and Italian-AfricanAmerican-Carribean) around town. During the last 40 years, Phil Nick’s has seen a lot, and is currently believed to be the oldest open restaurant in Gainesville. The menu has been maintained over the years as the world changes around it.
—Harry Leeds
A Tradition of Sandwiches
Killer Breakfast
The place is packed at lunchtime, but opening at 6:30am also makes it great for breakfast. With Southern favorites like eggs, grits and bacon, Phil Nick’s also offers sandwiches on a bagel or a flaky croissant. Their sausage biscuit ($2.50) is a classic—creamy and satisfying. We tried a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on a bagel ($4.50) and on a croissant ($5.50). The generous portion of thick, almost market-style bacon made each bite of the fresh eggs burst into our mouths for a savory morning experience. The bagel and the croissant both sopped up the juices to make that big bite moist, complex and soothing.
Serious Catering
Specializing in private parties, they offer a slew of trays for any occasion. Besides subs, corned beef and cabbage, and the ever-popular giant lasagna, they offer big trays of barbecued ribs or pulled pork. Veggies options include collared greens, stewed tomatoes and asparagus. They even
offer deserts and brunch specials, such as quiche. “Last summer we catered a wedding reception for five hundred people,” Jackie says. “Even though we close at 3:30, we still have this space and groups have private events here. “People order trays of food for tailgating. We’ve had a sit-down dinner with 85 people inside the restaurant. We’re serious about catering.”
Barbecue Destination
The incredible slabs of shiny hickory smoked ribs ($8.85) looked perfect; Charles prepares all the ribs himself, smoking them, and using his own sauce. We also tried the Pulled Pork Sandwich ($7.25) with a heap of coleslaw on top. With the homemade sauce, this was a seriously delectable sandwich. But don’t take our word for it. The next time you want to be a part of history, make a (long overdue) visit to this downtown institution.
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FAST FACTS
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Charles George and Jackie Hart have run Phil Nick’s for about eight years, after the original owners, father- and son-in-law team Phil and Nick. “One was really short and a little stocky, and one was really tall and thin,” said a patron who hadn’t been at Phil Nick’s since 1972. He said the Cuban sandwich he ordered ($6) with it’s side of Zapp’s chips and a pickle, were the same as the day it hit the menu. Phil and Nick were Italian and Caribbean; when Jackie and Charles took over, they kept the Italian-AfricanAmerican-Carribean menu. “We changed very little,” says Jackie, “so people can come in and get the same delicious sandwich they did 30 years ago. “We have people come in multiple times a week who have been coming here close to 40 years.” The Cuban and Italian subs we tried were like stepping back in time; the perfectly layered Italian ($6.20) was big and savory, with the bread buttered and the greens crunchy between the meat. Fantastic!
Phone: 352-376-8269 Web: http://georgesatphilnicks.com/ Address: 37 N Main St. (across from The Top) Signature Dish: Ribs, Sandwiches Parking: Street parking Price: $ (out of $$$$) Hours 6:30am-3:30pm Mon-Fri Attire: Come as You Are Delivery: Yes Take-out: Yes (Downtown) Catering: Yes (Any size event, even tailgating) Outdoor seating: No
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WILLY’S MEXICANA GRILL If you’re looking for a good burrito, visit a Tex-Mex restaurant. If you’re looking for the freshest ingredients, stuff-the-tortilla-until-it-bursts size and some of the best-seasoned meats in town, visit the new Willy’s Mexicana Grill on Archer Road. —Rachel Sale The Classic
A Burrito From the Heart
The burritos are fashioned after the type of meal made in the Mission district in San Francisco. Willy visited San Francisco and particularly liked a restaurant and the atmosphere there that featured the burrito, says Alex Gonzalez, the operating partner of Willy’s in Gainesville. Willy decided to bring the same idea back to the east coast, particularly Atlanta, and opened his own restaurant. Willy’s now has 20 locations throughout the Atlanta area, and Gainesville is the first to branch out. “It took eight years to convince Willy to open a store here,” Alex says. “It’s very near to his heart.”
These are Mine—Nachos!
The nachos ($5.50) are also superb. The chips are thin and delicate with a satisfying crunch. Top the melted shredded cheese with the garlic-cilantro beef, which is tender and flavorful, some pico de gallo, jalapenos, a drizzle of queso and sour cream and tell your tastebuds, “You’re welcome!” For those who want to add extra spice, Willy’s has salsa graded in levels of heat. The tomatillo salsa is mild, the chipotle salsa brings some smoky heat, like the embers of a campfire, but the jabanero salsa brings the fire. The chili d’arbol, another medium salsa, marks each table in the restaurant. “People can buy this salsa; we bottle it for them right there on the spot,” Alex says. The pico de gallo, with vibrant red tomatoes and crunchy onions, was fresh and delicious. “There are no cans here,” says Alex, and the difference shows. The guacamole is made fresh in the restaurant twice a day, with a creamy base of avocado and chunks of tomatoes and avocado. “We want to be like Satchel’s Pizza, except with burritos—you can get them anywhere, but you can only get Willy’s quality burritos at Willy’s.”
Rob Foldy
The burrito is the signature dish, and Willy knows how a burrito should be made. The burrito is packed with rice, your choice of meat (beef, adobe chicken, sinaloa chicken or tofu or BBQ chipotle pork) and finished off with favorites of your choosing, like pico de gallo, corn salsa, roasted red peppers, black olives, cheese, jalapenos or some guacamole, for a little extra. Pair that with a $1 draft (all day, every day) and your meal and day are made.
FAST FACTS Hours: 11am-10pm. Website: www.willys.com Phone: 352-336-8040 Address: 3617 SW Archer Road Specials: College night on the first Tuesday of the month (sporadic) Parking: Plenty Outdoor seating: yes Takeout: Yes—you can send a fax (352-336-8041).
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OUR A → Z GUIDE TO
hile they might not roll off the tongue like “Prada” or “Donna Karan” (yet), it’s worth a minute to get to know these local designers, coming to a runway near you for the fifth annual Gainesville Fashion Week, starting April 11. Read on to find out the inspirations behind the shows, then meet our Cover Model Contest winners—yes, plural!— and the secrets to looking model-esque.
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AJNEL Designs by Lenja ranges from Victorian to casual, from couture to children and even features formal wear and menswear. Lenja started designing about three years ago, when she says, “The desire to shop turned into consulting others on what to wear. From there I found myself doodling and sketching designs, which all lead me to my mother’s sewing machine.” Although she has taken an eight-week crash course program in fashion design at her local community college, Lenja learned the sewing skills from watching her mother. Her plans for AJNEL Designs are to open up a boutique where shoppers can utilize the help of personal stylists. She says she would also love to see AJNEL Designs at department stores and boutiques around the world. (Friday, Saturday)
1oz got its start in 1999 when GFW founder Albert Coronel attended the first Coachella Music Festival. In honor of headliner Morrissey he and his friends made T-shirts. The symbol that stood out at him was the “1oz” charm from the back of Morrissey’s Vauxhall and I album. Since then, the 1oz project has evolved into a design collective with an ever-changing group of contributors made up of Albert’s close friends. This year, Albert says, each member has been given more creative input and freedom than ever. Last year’s show was a tribute to the man who started it all, Morrissey, and inspired by the time
University of Florida student Francine Elizabeth may be young, but she’s experienced in fashion. Born into a family of painters, filmmakers, artists and architects, Francine’s creativity was channeled into sewing when she was classically trained at the age of 7. She has won international awards with Sew Young, Sew Fun for her designs, and she uses her skills to create dresses, tops, skirts, pants and accessories. She debuted at GFW in 2011 on her 18th birthday, and her fresh and fun collection this year features handcrafted items with weaving, beading and handmade jewelry. (Thursday)
After graduating from Florida State University, Gainesville native Jacquelyn Brooks moved home to start her own design and tailoring business. Jacquelyn Brooks Designs moved on to University Avenue in 2007, and now she creates custom wedding gowns, formal pieces and dresses for football games and sorority functions. When Jacquelyn is not designing, she works to raise money for organizations such as the American Cancer Society and Haile’s Angels Pet Rescue. She was the premier designer
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Albert spent living in Los Angeles. However, he says, this year’s show will be a lot different. “I’m taking a completely different creative approach,” he says. “And the team is very excited to see what we make of it.” This year’s collection will be inspired by a common theme Albert found in books, music and conversations, but he’s keeping it under wraps until the lights come on. “The show is about connections and trying to accept that there is a vast universe of things we’ve yet to understand and embrace as a species,” he hints. (Thursday)
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Laura Kathleen Planck has studied fashion design on two continents. After obtaining a degree in Design, Merchandising and Textiles at Western Kentucky University and studying fashion design at Accademia Italiania in Italy, “LK” went on to work with a collection of vintage couture that was once owned by Jackie O. and Marilyn Monroe. She has worked in Manhattan for Jean Claude Mastroianni and worked in Nashville for a large clothing company, but at 23, she decided to work for herself. She opened her own business, where she could create designs inspired by vintage style and experiment with tailoring techniques and manipulating fabrics. LK makes clothes for confident women who want to stand out, and her style is described as “feminine with a flirty edge.” In 2011 she appeared on season nine of Project Runway and finished in the top five. And when she’s not showing clothes at Lincoln Center, she’s teaching fashion design at a St. Louis high school. If her collection for Project Runway was any indicator, it’s safe to say this St. Louis designer is going to bring a whole lot of style to the runways of GFW. (Thursday)
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BROOKS in 2011 for GFW’s charity event Gala for the Arts, and she even made it to the casting semi-finals for Project Runway. Jacquelyn’s designs are often categorized by themes such as couture, garden party and rock ‘n’ roll, so we’ll have to see what she has in store for GFW this year. (Saturday)
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GAINESVILLE FASHION WEEK
5:30PM RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY GFW kicks off its fifth year with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce.
6:30PM GFW RED CARPET & ART SHOW Following the ribbon-cutting, there will be a red carpet event and art exhibit featuring artwork from
—Compiled by Alexandria Ugarte
Opening Night
Wednesday, April 11
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Free and open to the public, Villa East
hether it’s your first year or your fifth, a little planning can be the difference between paparazzi darling and red carpet faux pas. Behold, our Gainesville Fashion Week Cheat Sheet.
more than 40 local artists—including six live artists and student work from GFW’s benefitting charity, Rocket for the Arts, and a live remote from KISS 105.3. Enjoy live music from John Jordan and Blaise Jamesa and a photo booth from Phobooth as you taste refreshments and toast to the kick off of a week of fun (and photo ops).
11PM – AFTER PARTY (Spannk & 2nd Street
Speakeasy)
HERE’S SOME MAKEUP TIPS TO MAKE SURE YOU’RE PHOTOBOOTH-READY. s¬ Moisturize your face and follow with a concealer that is two to three shades lighter than your skin tone. s¬ Make sure your foundation matches your chin and neckline so photos won’t show a dramatic color difference from your face to your neck.
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Ever wanted to hear some of the artists featured in the pages of INsite? Now’s your chance. We convinced the following (recently featured) musicians to show up live and in person. Who says models have all the fun?
$25 (for seating); $15 (general admission); $12 (student price), Villa East
7PM DOORS OPEN 7:30PM RUNWAY SHOWS
CAMRYN WESSNER
JANNA PELLE AND THE HALF-STEPS
These four students (Janna, Andrew, Patrick and Michael) will have you instantly grooving to their musical fusion of blues, funk, soul and pop. This Gainesville band has been playing at local music hotspots for over three years, and although they have bright futures due to their studies, it looks like their dream of making music their careers might come true. Why you know them: Back in 2010, Janna told us: “What makes us different is our original stuff. Our structure is pop but our music is not.” Check out a review of their new music, page 18.
DJ FLACO If you haven’t heard DJ Flaco’s beats by now, you may need to start going out more. This Gainesville native has taken the drum and bass world by storm. His live streaming radio show airs straight from his apartment to the UK every Wednesday night at 8pm. Why you know him: You might have heard him play at INsite’s Kick Off to 2012 party—or recognize him as one of Gainesville’s most interesting people. Photo: EK
Camryn released her album, Temporary, on Jan. 20 and has been busy promoting it to the world since. Her folk-rock sound and strong voice have been compared to Jewel and Sheryl Crow. Her single “Polaroid” went No.1 on the European/Canadian Indy chart in eight weeks, and (at press time) had been there for four weeks. She just shot the video for her next single, “Temporary,” to be released in May. Why you know her: In our March issue, we interviewed Camryn about her album and what it was like to work with Stan Lynch (former drummer of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers).
Thursday’s runway shows, for the first time, will be hosted by INsite and will combine the first night of fashion with local live musical performances. Hosted by INsite editor Maghan McDowell, designers will include some of last year’s favorites (the 1oz Project, Francine Elizabeth) joined by some new to the scene (Levels Boutique, Solutions Bridal, Macy’s), followed by headlining designer Laura Kathleen from season nine of Project Runway. The musicians for the night will be DJ Flaco, Camryn Wessner, Janna Pelle and the Half-Steps and GFW fave DJ Klarc Shepard.
11PM – AFTER PARTY
hosted by The Dynasty Group, Sharab Lounge
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LAURA K ATHL EEN: THE INSITE INT E RV IE W Last fall, when Project Runway season 9 was just heating up, we got to talk to designer Laura Kathleen about her personal style and fashion must-haves. She told us she knew she wanted to be a designer when she was in kindergarten and even dressed up as one for career day. Now the Project Runway favorite is taking the fashion world by storm and
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stopping by GFW to show off her latest designs, inspired by vintage style, tailoring techniques and the manipulation of fabric. For her fashion staples, she suggested a blazer, a phenomenal pair of jeans—and she was “torn between an amazing watch or great leather boots.” Wonder if she’ll feature any on the runway?
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Friday’s gala will feature a dinner from Celebrations Catering, runway shows and live musical performances (provided by INsite). Designers will include GFW veterans Sironna Swimwear, as well as a first-time appearance from website Rent the Runway and AJNEL Designs. The musical performances for the night will kick off with Gypsy Tears, who will "take you back
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to Paris in the ‘30s and dazzle you with a tribute to Django Reinhardt and the Quintette of the Hot Club of France.” They’ll be followed by The Savants of Soul, who blend "soul with a dash of indie, while preserving the swagger and earnestness that make rhythm and blues what it is." Don’t forget to bring your wallet to this black-tie event. There will be a silent auction with artwork from Wednesday’s art show and other donated items. All proceeds from the evening will benefit Rocket for the Arts.
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TIPS FOR BIDDING— AND WINNING—IN THE SILENT AUCTION.
1. Scope out what items you’re interested in early in the night. 2. Know when bidding will close. 3. Unless you’re determined to win at any cost, decide your highest bid range. 4. Bide your time while others make the first several bids. 5. Be prepared to win everything that you bid on!
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7PM Doors open 7:30PM Runway Shows Saturday’s runway shows will include both veteran GFW particapants and some new lines, including AJNEL Designs, Whitley Denise, Zella Machado, Leemari Designs, Jacquelyn Brooks Designs and Southern Frock. The headlining designer for the evening is local favorite Mikho Resort. The night’s event will feature musical performances by DJ Klarc Shepard, Pop Glow, Will Brennan, Million Young, Sumsun, DJ CurbCut, and a dance performance by Sabor Latino.
11PM After Party at Sharab Lounge, featuring MillionYoung and Samsun, and DJ CurbCut, all brought by Garage Mahal. Your GFW wristband is your ticket in the door.
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12PM Doors open for brunch 1PM Trunk Show The first ever GFW trunk show will follow a brunch provided by Café C. It will features designs from GFW designers, boutiques, salons, sponsors and participant booths. There will also by a sample sale (for those who didn’t overdo it at brunch, natch).
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WHAT IS ROCKET FOR THE ARTS? Rocket for the Arts was created last year with the goal of enhancing the lives of local youth by building awareness of the need for quality art programs. Rocket for the Arts seeks to produce resources for visual and performing arts programs within Alachua County, promote the arts and art education, and provide materials, research and support for the next generation of artists.
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In 2011, Danielle Grant combined her passions to create Levels Boutique. Her mission behind the store is to bring her sense of style and individuality to women all over the globe. The online boutique features an eclectic mix of items, and if her inventory is any sign of what to expect at GFW, you’ll be seeing tops and skirts with unique shapes and textures, and dresses meant for a night on the town. Levels is where Danielle spotlights her love of fashion, but in April, she’ll be taking it to the catwalk, and she hopes her store inspires shoppers to never give up on their dreams. (Thursday)
S IRONNA KIDS
Last year Sironna Swimwear showed a bright and fun collection at GFW, and this season, it’s expanding its line to include a collection for kids. Sironna Kids debuts this month, and you can expect bathing suits that are full of colorful patterns, interesting textures and handmade elements. Sironna got its start in Colombia in 2008 when designers Diana Vargas and Sandra Meza wanted to create elegant and glamorous bathing suits for the beach-goers of South America. Their bathing suits emphasize the female figure, and Diana and Sandra work to create eye-catching, statement-making pieces. You can expect a fun and high-energy show, but this season, it will be family-friendly and highlight the launch of the kid’s line. (Friday)
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Macy’s has been around for more than 80 years and is a fashion powerhouse made up of 800 department stores and furniture galleries in 45 states. Macy’s not only brings fashion to the masses, but is known for its Impulse line that has recently featured collaborations with the likes of Karl Lagerfeld and Giambattista Valli. While you might know the department as the American staple known for its overthe-top Thanksgiving parades, look forward to its fresh take on fashion this season. (Thursday)
The charms of Charleston, SC, influenced designer Emily Newnam’s Southern Frock collection when she moved to the historical city in 2009. Emily drew inspiration from the classic Southern belle fashion and the laidback lifestyle of the Deep South. When she moved back to Raleigh, NC, to be closer to her friends and family, she took a little piece of Charleston with her in the form of knit sundresses. In 2010, she debuted her collection of six dresses and a skirt to her close girlfriends, and within two months, she had started retailing in local boutiques. Southern Frock has since expanded and is currently being sold in boutiques on the east coast and the Caribbean. Now, Emily is in her third season and is working with her mother to expand their designs. Expect a runway collection of breezy day dresses in the form of seersucker, knit and jacquard. (Saturday)
R ENT THE RUNWAY What started as an idea between Jennifer Hyman and Jennifer Fleiss turned into a company in 2009, and since has become a favorite of women everywhere who love designer labels but can’t afford to drop $1,000 on a one-time dress. The concept for Rent the Runway came about in Harvard Business School, and lets members rent dresses (and accessories) for a few days at a fraction of the price. Meshi Shoshana, a blogger for UF’s branch of Rent the Runway, said the inspiration behind their show at GFW will be “Hollywood
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glam,” and the labels you can expect to see range from Yumi Kim to Alice + Olivia. The idea, she says, is that even though you’re not in New York or Los Angeles, thanks to Rent the Runway, you can still dress like a celebrity. She says the company is especially useful for women in sororities. “Every semester, a girl either has a date function or a formal they need to go to but they just don’t have enough money to go out and buy a dress for one night,” she says. (Friday)
S OLUTIONS BRIDAL Solutions Bridal features a unique collection of wedding dresses from designers such as Badgley Mischka, Anne Barge and Lazaro in addition to Reloved Gowns, a collection of lightly worn designer wedding gowns from the likes of Monique Lhuillier, Reem Acra and Vera Wang. Solutions has been in the wedding industry 10 years,
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This season Miguel Blanco, the founder of Mikho Resort, will take viewers away from the reconstructed garments that he showed last season and tailor his designs for the men and women who want to look great this summer. “The collection speaks of being able to be sensual at any time,” he says. “Most of the shapes are designed to heighten the form, whether male or female. The Mikho customer wants to stand out in a good way.” Miguel says instead of designing on trend, he designs timeless pieces that his friends would want to wear. “This year’s inspiration draws strongly from the ’40s and ’50s, but with a modern edge,” he says. “I was specifically inspired by the film A Single Man by Tom Ford.” He says he was especially impressed with how Ford created a sensual feel without making the characters dress skimpily. A self-taught and Venezuelan-born designer, Miguel is influenced by his surroundings in New York City and says GFW has been a great outlet for he and his business partner and husband Alex Hammer to “get our creative juices engaged.” He and Alex work together to conceptualized video, photography and other brand-related aspects that go into the fashion show. As an art director for a commercial real estate firm in Manhattan, Miguel has always been attracted to elements of design and has experienced momentous occasions in his life by way of becoming an American citizen and marrying his partner of eight years (who, coincidentally, was named as one of Gainesville’s Most Interesting in 2012). (Saturday)
and with two locations in Gainesville and Orlando, Solutions is known for its Southern hospitality with a “New York loft” vibe. Expect gorgeous gowns that will probably have every woman in the audience replaying the famed Sex and the City wedding dress shoot in their heads for hours. (Thursday)
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Last year Whitley Denise’s show was distinctly funky and high energy, and this year the man behind the label, Chase Brown, will return to bring a lot more sass and style. Chase founded his company in November 2010 and is known for “upcycling” vintage pieces into glamorous looks, which last year included Dynasty-like dresses and shirts decked in sequins. Whitley Denise has been featured as a boutique to watch in London’s iFashion publication, and it’s a brand to watch at GFW as well. (Saturday)
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WINNER OF OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST hough this may be 20-year-old Christen Finkbeiner’s first time modeling in Gainesville Fashion Week, you could say she’s an old pro at being in front of the camera. In fact, her first modeling gig was for Vogue. Growing up, Christen’s tall, lanky figure and photogenic face meant she was a model in the making. It also meant she had to learn to be an adult at a young age. At 14, she moved from her hometown of Fort Myers to New York City, and lived in a small apartment with other young models during the summer. Her parents, who she says were apprehensive at first, couldn’t go with her. Traveling the city by taxi wasn’t an option for the young model because it was too expensive. Instead she used public transportation to get to casting appointments with the other girls—or sometimes all by herself. Ever seen America’s Next Top Model? Well, Christen lived the real deal. “Some days I would navigate the city all day by myself,” Christen says. “I was doing college things like doing my own laundry and buying my own groceries.” Lucky for Christen, picking groceries was never as difficult for her as it was for some of her counterparts. “I’m lucky. I was very skinny,” she says. “I never had the pressure to eat less, but I definitely had roommates who did have to focus on what they ate and had to exercise.” (You won’t believe which Gainesville restaurant Christen frequents as often as three times a week!) Although she has modeled for many brands and publications, Christen says her most memorable shoot was for a Tommy Hilfiger fragrance. “It was like one of those perfume ads you see on television with a girl and a guy running along the beach,” Christen says. “I got to do that with a really hot guy and in some fabulous $7,000 navy gown. I don’t even think I was 16 yet, and they had me driving a convertible BMW all over Staten Island and on the beach.” Today, Christen is an anthropology major at the University of Florida, and her NYC modeling days are on hold. Although many of her friends in the modeling industry go to school in or near New York, so that they can work while in school, Christen says she’s happy to be in school at UF. “New York City is my favorite city in the world, but it’s hard to balance school and working as a model,” she says. “I’m glad I’m going to school and didn’t do that because I don’t want to be an old woman at 20.” But lucky for us, she missed it enough to audition for Gainesville Fashion Week. But she won’t limit her talents to Gainesville for much longer—once she graduates, she plans to continue with her modeling career.
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FUN FACT Christen’s favorite place in Gainesville is downtown cupcake shop Sarkara Sweets. It’s not unusual for her to stop by as often as three times a week. The owners know her by name and by cupcake—confetti cake, marshmallow filling and white chocolate frosting.
Photo by Rob Foldy. Hair by Erin Anding at Salon La Di Da and makeup by Moira Hassler.
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FUN FACT No matter where Joe goes out to eat, he always orders chicken fingers, fries and a Cherry Coke. He says his mom makes all types of different foods every night at home, and he loves to try new things when she cooks them. When he goes out, however, he’s not interested in trying new foods. “Going out for dinner is a treat,” he says. “For a treat, I just want my chicken fingers.”
Go to WWW.INSITEGAINESVILLE.COM for more photos (and some behind the scenes highlights) from our cover photoshoot! For this month’s fashion issue, for the first time, we brought you two covers of INsite. Each features a winner of our annual Cover Model Contest, voted on by you, the reader, and made possible by TOWN PARC APARTMENTS. Visit them at www.TowneParc.com, or see their ad, page 54— and make sure to snag a copy of each!
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oe D’Anieri is the definition of natural beauty—inside and out. Although his chiseled skin and flawless sun-kissed dreadlocks turn heads wherever he goes, it’s his kind and approachable personality that really make him sparkle. The 18-year-old Loften High School student started modeling just last year. It wasn’t until people started suggesting to him and his mom that he would make a great model that Joe really began to consider it. When he heard about Gainesville Fashion Week, he knew he had to try it. It turns out people were right; he did make a great model, and he was selected to be a model for GFW in 2011. “I was excited when I first got the callback,” Joe says. “Then when I got the second callback to say I was in, I got really, really excited. I thought I was going to be famous.” Little did he know he would also end up on the cover of a magazine! This year is Joe’s second year participating in GWF, and he has also modeled in last year’s Asian Kaleidoscope Month. But the runway isn’t where he spends most of his time. Unless Joe is at school or working at Hollister, you probably won’t find him indoors. He loves being outside and playing sports with his friends. His favorite sport is tennis, but he also enjoys sand volleyball, basketball, baseball and soccer. As a child growing up in Kansas, sports were his main focus. Back then he never dreamed he would be interested in modeling. Now, however, he thinks differently. Joe’s new dream is to continue his modeling career and become a swimsuit model. In fact, his first gig at GFW involved nothing but a speedo. “I was nervous, and I was the first one out on the stage,” says Joe about the experience. “It was pretty crazy, but when I started walking I was fine. I usually get nervous before and after, but never during.” Joe says his dream cover shoots would be for People, because it would mean he was famous, or for Men’s Health, because health and fitness are a huge part of his life. His cover photo shoot with INsite was his first time doing a real photo shoot. He says he was nervous, but excited that he won. “I kept telling people I wasn’t going to win,” he says. “I wanted to jinx it and it worked.” That, and the thousands of reader votes!
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hether it’s for an awards show, a fashion show, a wedding or just to feel good about yourself, there are plenty of occasions that call for looking “runway ready.” After setting a goal date, let the countdown begin! Here’s our guide for what to do, when.
Time to get a massage. Aside from being wonderfully relaxing, they can improve circulation. Some of the biggest celebrities have been known to get massages every day on the week prior to the Oscars. (Back to the Spa Royale.) Oh, and go easy on the high-impact weight-training, to prevent soreness and exhaustion.
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Now is the perfect time for professional teeth whitening if you didn’t do it at home. (Try Magnolia Family Dental.) Another tip? Reduce your coffee and tea intake.
This is the time to start any dieting along with regular full-body workouts (as if you don’t already!). You might consult a doctor, dietician or nutritionist to help establish an effective nutrition plan (try LifeStyle Wellness) and hire a personal trainer. (Bailey’s Gym can help with that.)
Get your eyebrows waxed and shaped now, in addition to any other waxing. Doing this a week before the big day will give you ample time for any irritation to die down. (Uni K Wax Center can handle that.) Get your final facial about three days before the big day. It will give your skin time to heal in case of any irritation. SK
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If you’re planning on a perfect golden tan, schedule a spray tan a couple days before the big day, just in case you wind up being a little bit darker than you had anticipated—but make sure you schedule this after the waxing. (Tan USA has this covered.)
You never want to be unpleasantly surprised on your big day. Do a “practice run” with both your hair and make-up. (Visit Glamour on the Go for a make-up trial for $35.) Now’s also the time to ramp up your skincare regimen. If you have issues out of your “pay grade,” head to Gainesville Dermatology Aesthetic Center. Planning to have long nails? Start taking care of them now.
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After getting plenty of rest, you’re all set to shine in the spotlight! (Just don’t forget to have your hair and makeup done after you eat so your lipstick stays fresh).
WEEKS You already have your at-home skincare routine, but now’s the time for facial treatments, like chemical peels, facials or microdermabrasion.
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If you need to dye your hair, get the coloring done now. By doing this a bit in advance, it will give you time to get used to any changes—or make any tweaks. (Head over to Scissors Hair Salon.) Make sure that your outfit fits perfectly. Visit a tailor for alterations and bring along all accessories so that you can see how the entire look will come together. (You can go to Jacquelyn Brooks Designs for this.) Need special undergarments? Get those now, too. Start exfoliating and moisturizing your skin. Pay special attention to arms, legs and (depending on your outfit) your back. You can do this at home with a scrub and your favorite moisturizer or get a full-body sugar scrub at a spa. (Spa Royale offers sugar scrubs in a variety of flavors like chocolate raspberry and citrus.) Around this time, celebrities have been known to take extra measures to lose weight. Techniques include juice-cleansing detoxes, and more recently, the BioSlimming Active Wrap that takes inches off your waist. Whatever you do, drink lots of water and cut down your sodium to reduce eye puffiness. If you’re doing at-home teeth whitening, start now.
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Get a manicure and pedicure the day before (at Nails 1st or Scissors Salon).
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Women aren’t the only ones who occasionally want to look their best. While the preparation might not be quite as labor-intensive, here’s how to put the “MAN” in manicured.
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Now is the best time to start hitting the gym to pump some iron—or at least talk about how you need to start.
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As much as you might hate going shopping, now is the time to pick out an outfit and shoes for your event. At the very least, you’ll probably want to ask your date what she’s wearing.
“Borrow” your roommate or girlfriend’s teeth-whitening strips. For the ultimate sacrifice, order a salad instead of a burger before heading off to your haircut.
Day Before
Race to the store to get black socks. That reminds you to polish your shoes. On the way home, drive through a car wash and throw out the Taco Bell wrappers. (That salad left you hungry!)
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Shower, brush your teeth, and shave—as attractive as scruff can sometimes look. Don’t forget to take the paper off your cut before you leave the house!
Whether it’s a tuxedo or something more casual, this is when you (hopefully) finalize what you’re wearing. Since it fits a little snug, you decline every other second helping. Since you completely overdid it in a last-ditch effort at the gym, head to a spa for a massage. If you’re lucky, your date will go with you to disguise it as a couple’s massage.
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Take your dress shirt out of the dryer and hang in the bathroom to steam out the wrinkles.
Tell your date how nice she looks. Your event is already a success. (Just don’t forget your wallet.)
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A Model Body Some of Gainesvilleʼs most beautiful people are coming together for Gainesville Fashion Week this month. And although they can thank Mom and Dad for making it through callbacks, we couldnʼt help but wonder: How do they look so good when itʼs go-time? Diet and exercise, of course. We convinced models Minh Bui, Alexandra Kotler, Lindsey Buz and Christopher Coleman to share their tips for preparing for this seasonʼs runway debut.
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inh, who graduated last year with a degree in food science and human nutrition, drinks water regularly to “flush out toxins” and does cardio to increase blood flow. Both, she says, give her skin a “natural glow.” She says that protein is crucial for healthy hair and repairing cells in the body. She also recommends avoiding salty foods. “Consuming a lot of sodium will cause your body to retain fluids, which in turn will make you look bloated,” she says. “Also, try to stay away from eating too much processed sugar…it can lead to breakdown of collagen and in turn give you wrinkles and sagging skin.” Alexandra also understands the importance of eating well and exercising. “I try to stay as healthy as possible,” she says. “I always eat breakfast. Eating breakfast is really important and gives you energy for your day.” Alexandra, 21, would know. She is a senior studying food science and human nutrition at the University of
Florida. Some of her favorite foods are vegetables and quinoa—a nutrientrich grain. At the gym, Alexandra does at least 30 minutes of cardio a day. She loves to run, but likes to change it up with fitness classes from time to time. Alexandra has always been athletic and learned to strength-train as an athlete in high school. She admits that sometimes she does give into her cravings. “I’ll splurge a little. Sometimes, I’ll just grab a burger.” Lindsey, 20, (below) a first-year GFW participant and Santa Fe student majoring in environmental science, is currently on a diet inspired by the
documentary Forks Over Knives that encourages eliminating animal-based and processed foods. After watching it, both she and her boyfriend were inspired to follow a whole food and plant-based diet. Chris, 23, (above) is a seasoned model in his third year of GFW (and a 2010 INsite Cover Model Contest finalist!). He also tries to stick to a strict regime, especially right before the event. “It’s game-time now,” he says. “I’m really strict with my routine. There is no messing around.” Chris, who graduated from UF in 2011 with a degree in telecommunications, takes a variety of supplements, including taurine, glutamine, dextrose, ZMA, fish oil, multivitamins, b-complex and a preworkout supplement. He eats egg whites, raspberries, strawberries, coconut water and almonds for breakfast and likes to have a spring mix salad with blue cheese, chicken and mushroom for lunch. He’ll usually have fish or lean ground beef for dinner. As a GFW veteran, Chris says he has given advice to a lot of the new models for GFW and likes trading workout tricks with other male models. “We can discuss ab routines and certain rotations of exercise,” he says. He also learns about diet and
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exercise from blogs and follows some body builders online. However, like all humans, Chris is not perfect. “When I have to splurge, my splurge is beer,” he says. “Other than that I would say Cheese-It’s.”
BUFF TIP:
I TʼS A L L IN TH E L ABEL A can of almonds should only list “almonds” as its ingredient. I picked up a can of almonds while grocery shopping the other day and found an ingredient list more than an inch long. One of the ingredients was “maltodextrin,” a fast-digesting sugar that promotes fat storage. Don’t be fooled by fancy marketing campaigns that try to sell dangerous products masked as healthy alternatives. What’s on the front of the package pales in comparison to the importance of the information on the back. Turn the item over and you may be surprised at what you find. Manufacturers often sneak ingredients into products to improve their flavor or meet “low fat” or “low calorie” claims. Quick tip: If healthful eating is your goal, stick to foods that have less than five ingredients on the list, and make sure you know what they are. By Jennette Holzworth, GHF Personal Trainer Jennette.Holzworth@ghfc.com
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