Florida landscapes. They periodically left their backyard studios and took to the highway to sell their works to white customers, earning the name The Highwaymen. Their glowing images represented the American dream. Photographer Gary Monroe got to know these artists and will speak about their work and their legacy. His book, “The Highwaymen: Florida’s African-American Landscape Painters,” explores the lives, art, and legacy of the Highwaymen. A book signing will follow his presentation. mathesonmuseum.org
PLANT HIKE A FLOODPLAIN FOREST AND SWAMP Saturday, March 3 at 9am Rum Island Park, 1447 SW Rum Island Ter
FORT WHITE - Colette Jacono, PhD, a botanist and plant ecologist specializing in aquatic and wetland plants, will lead a short hike through a low-lying hardwood forest and swamp adjacent to the Santa Fe River. Springtime ground covers of lilies, ferns, violets and sedges will pave the path to springs and sloughs where otters may be seen foraging for breakfast. Learn how to recognize tree species such as pop-ash, elm, and hornbeam that characterize a community that is in many ways part of the river itself. OurSantaFeRiver.org
Cirque Eloize: Saloon Saturday, March 17 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Road GAINESVILLE - Cirque Eloize has created performances filled with magic and continues to be one of the leaders in contemporary circus acts, combining acrobatic feats with music, dance and theatre in a breath-taking and original manner. Saloon tells the story of the American West through the lens of a small desert town’s saloon. Driving folk music, amazing acrobatics, colorful characters, and original choreography highlight this family-friendly spectacle. performingarts.ufl.edu
GFAA WINTER FINE ART FAIR AT TIOGA March 3 - 4 from 10am - 5pm Tioga Town Center, 105 SW 128th Street
GAINESVILLE - Produced by the Gainesville Fine Arts Association, The 11th Annual GFAA Fine Arts Fair at Tioga Town Center includes 125 talented artists, live stage entertainment, local student art, and a Kid’s Zone in a pedestrian-friendly streetscape, with ample parking and convenient access. gfaaartsfairtioga.org
10CAN’S 4TH ANNUAL SURVIVAL RACE FOR HEROES March 3 - 4 (overnight optional) Blue Springs State Park, 7450 NE 60th St
HIGH SPRINGS - This event sets the stage for survivalist to showcase their skills against other survival experts, for athletes to test their strength and endurance, and for beginners to have fun while supporting children of American Heroes. bit.ly/10can2018
will explore the quiet and remote section of the Santa Fe River, above the River Sink and O’Leno Park. Learn a few high points of this area’s geology and history, includingËthe site of the mission village, Santa Fe de Toloca. OurSantaFeRiver.org
MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY Monday, March 5 at 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd
GAINESVILLE - Revolutionary vision, artistic mastery. The Martha Graham Dance Company has been a leader in the development of contemporary dance since its founding in 1926 by pioneering choreographer Martha Graham. performingarts.ufl.edu
FASHION SHOW AND GARDEN PARTY HAT COMPETITION
PADDLE THE SANTA FE: FROM O’LENO TO OLUSTEE
Thursday, March 8th from 10am - 1pm 1350 NW 75th Street
Sunday, March 4 at 10am Boat Ramp, 2023-2099 SE Bible Camp St
GAINESVILLE - Wear and/or create a fashionable hat for a fun competition. Fashions by Chico’s and lunch. Buy a table with friends, neighbors or tennis team! ggcfl.org
HIGH SPRINGS - This 3+ hour up-and-back paddle, led by Master Naturalist Lars Andersen,
INSPIRING WOMEN LEADERS CONFERENCE March 8 - 9 Hilton UF Conference Center, 1714 SW 34th St
GAINESVILLE - The inaugural Inspiring Women Leaders Conference brings together highly talented industry leaders to speak, discuss and network with industry professionals. The purpose of the conference is to promote the success of professionals by building collaborative relationships and a community of leaders to exchange ideas, knowledge, and expertise. bit.ly/2018womenleaders
BILL GAITHER & GAITHER VOCAL BAND Friday, March 9 at 7pm First Baptist Church, 2801 SE Maricamp Rd
OCALA - Multi-Grammy Award-winner Bill Gaither will host a spectacular evening of music, laughter and encouragement featuring the talent of the prestigious Gaither Vocal Band. This event will celebrate timeless themes of faith, unity and eternal hope through a variety of music the whole family will enjoy. www.gaither.com or www.premierproductions.com
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