There are two approaches to spending your time in this complex, enigma of a town called Gainesville.
You can complain that “there’s nothing to do” and drown your sorrows in a sub-par 3-4-1 Long Island at Cantina every night or you can embrace your precious time here in Hogtown and go explore. We’ve helped you survive your road trips and spring break, we supply you killer pregame music and we tell you where to stuff your face, but we haven’t exactly helped you become the cultured, Renaissance man you’ve always dreamed of being after watching “Anchorman” or “Archer.”
Every week we will provide you with a few of the best happenings of the city that don’t involve blacking out in Midtown or watching Study Edge at Club West.
Gainesville, it’s time to culture your fu**ing self.
Art Thru Architecture
What:
An exhibition of Ron Haase, author of the well-known “Classic Cracker: Florida’s Wood Frame Vernacular Architecture.”
Where:
Thomas Center Galleries
When:
Monday May 5
Why:
It’s absolutely free. Plus, Mr. Haase is a world-famous artist and Professor Emeritus from UF.
Farm to Table Dinner
What:
Courtesy of Chef Sandra Sandra Carlisi of East End Eatery, an informational and interactive dinner that will leave you versed in locally grown Gainesville eats.
Where:
Swallowtail Farm
When:
Saturday May 10 at 5:30 pm
Why:
The purchase of a ticket goes right back to the farm, allowing you to support local sustainability and enjoy a home-cooked meal at the same damn time.
Ritmo Y Sabor
What:
The one and only salsa dance class that you can take in Gainesville.
Where:
Unified Training Center
When:
Thursday May 8 at 8 pm
Why:
Because we could all afford to be a bit more suavemente.
The Shambles and Steely Dan Tribute
What:
A free classic rock concert.
Where:
Bo Diddley Plaza
When:
Friday May 9 at 10 pm
Why:
Three words: Free live music. Is there any better way to kick off a weekend?
Featured photo courtesy of: Funny Pictures
