YMCA RUN TO REMEMBER Saturday, Nov. 17 8:30am - Noon NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA YMCA - 5201 NW 34th St. 5K Family “Run to Remember.” Register is $25 after Nov. 1. Prizes, special rates for sponsors, and grand opening party of the Hydration Station Smoothie & Juice Bar and Massage Therapy Office at the Y after the race. 352-374-9622. www.
ncfymca.org.
NEXT GENERATION
Celebrate e Design Nov. 17 - Jan. an. 5 Times Vary THOMAS CENTER 302 NE 6th Ave. This exhibition includes a selection of projects from the local ocal al AIA (American Institute ute of Architects) chapter and nd the national AIA organization. nization. AIA is professional association sociation seeking to further the e profession and public awareness.. 352-393-8532. www.gvlculturalaffairs.org. s.org.
Saturday, Nov. 17 7:00pm - 9:00pm GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL - 1900 NW 13th St. Next Generation presents its annual Fall Concert. Forty dancers take the stage dancing a range of styles; classical ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop and musical theater. The work of six choreographers is showcased with all proceeds to benefit the educational programs of Dance Alive National Ballet. 352-373-1166.
www.pofahldancestudio.com.
SPECTICAST: GIUSEPPE VERDI’S AIDA Sunday, Nov. 18 3:00pm PHILLIPS CENTER - Aida revolves around the forbidden love story between the Egyptian leader Radames and the beautiful Ethiopian princess Aida. But this opera proves more than a love story. Thematic pyrotechnical effects, elephants and horses onstage and more than 400 participants bring this unique opera to life. The previously recorded production will be projected on the Phillips Center Main Stage in HD quality. Intermission and concessions. 352-392ARTS. performingarts. ufl.edu.
The Chucho Valdés Quintet Friday, Nov. 23 7:30pm UNIVERSITY AUDITORIUM - Multiple Grammy-winning pianist Chucho Valdés is well known on both the Latin and U.S. jazz scenes, producing more than 80 CD recordings throughout his career. Called “the dean of Latin jazz” by The New York Times, his works have been heard in esteemed venues, such as the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. 352-392-ARTS. performingarts.ufl.edu.
CARILLON CONCERT
LOCAL ARTIST TRUNK SHOW
MAINTAIN YOUR BRAIN
Sunday, Nov. 18 3:00pm
Sunday, Nov. 18 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Tuesday, Nov. 20 10:30am - Noon
CENTURY TOWER Guest artist David R. Hunsberger, assistant carillonneur from the University of California (Berkeley) performs a recital on the 61-bell carillon housed in Century Tower on the University of Florida campus. Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch to enjoy with outdoor concert. 352-273-3181.
HARN MUSEUM OF ART Hull Rd. and SW 34th St.. Highlighting the Harn Museum Store’s local consignment artists. Event features an increase in merchandise with booth displays and demonstrations by artists who create jewelry, paintings, pottery and more. 352392-9826. www.harn.ufl.edu.
www.arts.ufl.edu/carillon.
www.VisitOurTowns.com
TOWER ROAD LIBRARY 3020 S.W. 75th St. The Alzheimer’s Assoc., Central and N. Florida Chapter, will be putting on this free workshop. Learn about maintaining cognitive health through mental activities, physical exercise, the heart-brain connection, nutrition, social interaction, relieving stress and treating depression. 800-2723900. www.alz.org.
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