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Art in Thornebrook Village
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October 2-3, 2010
10 am - 5 pm
The Art Festival at Thornebrook is a two-day festival of juried fine arts and fine crafts under the covered walkways and on the grassy areas and plaza of Thornebrook Village. There are 140 premium spaces available for the artists’ booths, and additional space for entertainment and children’s activities.
Visit www.thornebrookart.org |
University of Florida - Homecoming Weekend
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October 15-16, 2010
Homecoming at UF is one of the largest celebrations in the world run completely by students. This year’s events include the Annual UF Homecoming Parade, Gator Growl, the largest student-run pep rally in the world, and the Homecoming Alumni Barbecue.
Visit www.ufhomecoming.org
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Heart of Florida Asian Festival
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October 23&24, 2010
Noon to
6 pm
Thomas Center
The festival will feature the rich performing, visual
and culinary arts of the Asian continent. It will take
place both inside the historic Thomas Center and in its
adjoining gardens.
Visit www.gvlculturalaffairs.org |
20 Candles: Come as Your art |
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October 8, 2010
Harn Museum of Art
Celebrate the Harn Museum of art's 20 year. Visit the Harn Anniversary website. |
Birthday Party for the Harn |
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October 10, 2010
1 - 5 pm
Harn Museum of Art
Join the celebration at a Birthday Party for the Harn. Visit Harn Anniversary
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ButterflyFest
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October 23-24, 2010
10 am - 5 pm
Florida Museum of Natural History
ButterflyFest offers something for everyone! Throughout the weekend, all ages can participate in fun and educational activities, including take-away crafts for children, informative workshops, and presentations on conservation and attracting butterflies and other pollinators. Take part in a special field trip or tour and shop for unique butterfly and garden gifts.
Visit Florida Museum of Natural History |
| Halloween Haunted Homes TouR |
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October 29, 2010
Begin at Matheson Museum
The Matheson Museum will host a reception of food, drink, and Halloween-themed fun with the Halloween Haunted Homes Tour through historic Gainesville to discover the murky and mired past of our quaint southern town. Two tours, one for children and one for young adults and adults, will include costumed docents to enlighten our guests with scary stories from the past of north central Florida. The Tour is open to the public. The children's tour begins at 5:30pm and the adult tour at 6:30pm
Visit Matheson Museum or call 352.378.2280 |
| The 36th Annual Micanopy Fall Harvest Festival |
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October 30 & 31, 2010
Downtown Micanopy
For the past 30 years, thousands have gathered under the old oak trees for the Micanopy Fall Festival. Many local artists, crafters, and musicians, represent works from all over the southeast. The tradition and ever-evolving quality of the show attracts a broad range of the buying public. Along with over two hundred displays of arts and crafts, there are other attractions. The main stage plays host to a variety of good-time music throughout the festival and an old-time auction of items donated by participating vendors on Saturday afternoon.
Visit Micanopy Fall Harvest Festival or email micafest@micanopyfallfestival.org
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DownTown Festival and Art Show |
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November 5&6
Downtown Gainesville
The nationally recognized Downtown Festival & Art Show transforms downtown Gainesville into a venue for award-winning artists and draws a crowd of more than 100,000. Presented by the City of Gainesville Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, the festival celebrates its 29th anniversary in 2010. For two days, you can leisurely stroll through historic downtown and marvel at works from more than 250 of the nation’s most talented artists, who display their original oils and acrylics, vibrant watercolors, captivating sculptures, dazzling jewelry, decorative ceramics and vivid photography. Interact with artists while getting a head start on holiday shopping by purchasing one-of-a-kind artwork. Savor local and international cuisine and listen to live music performed on three stages.
Visit www.gvlculturalaffairs.org or call 352.393.8536.
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