Through Jan. 5, 404-733-5000, www.high.org.
Open House, Pinecrest Academy Pinecrest Academy, one of the nation’s top 50 Catholic high schools, hosts an annual open house event. Jan. 12, 770-888-4477, www.pinecrestacademy.org.
Go West!, High Museum of Art This exhibit features objects and major works of art showcasing the exploration and settlement of the American West, including posters, photos and other artwork created for Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West show; recreational frontier firearms and the advertisements that promoted them; and a war bonnet and other artifacts crafted by members of Plains tribes. Through April 13, 404-733-5000, www.high.org.
Today’s West!, Booth Western Art Museum This exhibition showcases masterworks of the last 50 years from the collection of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyo. This is a special two-part exhibit in conjunction with the High Museum of Art, which features historical pieces from the Center. Through April 13, 770-387-1300, www.boothmuseum.org.
Suwanee SculpTour, Suwanee Downtown Suwanee’s walkable, outdoor public art experience returns with 15 new sculptures created by artists from across the country. Through March 2015, www.suwanee.com.
Bodies the Exhibition, Atlantic Station This exhibit offers an unmatched view of the human body and how it works, with more than 200 actual bodies and specimens offering a look at our skeletal structure, musculature, nervous and reproductive systems and more. Ongoing, 404-496-4274, www.bodiestheexhibition.com.
Inside CNN Studio Tour, CNN Center Get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the world’s first and most famous 24-hour news network. Watch the CNN newsroom in action and have your picture taken reading the day’s news. Ongoing, 404-827-2300, www.cnn.com/tour.
Titanic: The Artifact Expedition, Atlantic Station This stirring exhibit showcases more than 200 artifacts preserved from the wreck of the RMS Titanic, offering a one-of-a-kind look at the iconic ship. Ongoing, 404-496-4274, www.titanicatlanta.com.
PHOTO: Anna Mikell, Courtesy of Visit Gainesville
artist and illustrator Jerry Pinkney, displaying more than 140 of his watercolor illustrations from classic picture books and commissions.
Treat yourself to a getaway! Upcoming Events in Gainesville, Florida
Hoggetown Medieval Faire, Alachua County Fairgrounds
Downtown Countdown New Year’s Eve, Bo Diddley Community Plaza Ring in the New Year at this annual free celebration featuring live music and more. Dec. 31, www.gvlculturalaffairs.org.
Hoggetown Medieval Faire, Alachua County Fairgrounds Travel back through time at this 28th annual festival and experience the sights and sounds of a bygone era as street performers stroll the grounds, delighting audiences with feats of dancing, juggling and other merriment. Enjoy musicians playing period music and live entertainment on eight stages. Wander the marketplace as artisans take part in demonstrations of blacksmithing, weaving, woodcarving and more. And don’t forget the living chess match and jousting tournament. Jan. 25-26 and Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 352-393-8536, www.gvlculturalaffairs.org.
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Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Auto Plus Raceway This annual drag-racing event is one of the National Hot Rod Association’s most beloved races and the sport’s traditional East Coast opener event. March 13-16, 352-377-0046, www.autoplusraceway.com.
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Spring Garden Festival, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Shop for plants for your garden or just browse among approximately 200 booths featuring plants, landscape displays, garden accessories, arts and crafts, educational exhibits and food offerings. The festival also features a walk-through butterfly conservatory, a children’s activities area, live entertainment and more. March 22-23, 352-372-4981, www.kanapaha.org/spring. For more information on Gainesville Florida events, attractions and happenings call 866778-5002 or go to www.visitgainesville.com.
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Scarlett on the Square Original Gone With the Wind memorabilia on display from the private collection of Dr. Christopher Sullivan. Gift Shop, facility RentalS annual eventS
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