There are two approaches to spending your time in Gainesville:
You can complain that “there’s nothing to do” and drown your sorrows in a 3-4-1 Long Island at Midtown every night, or you can embrace your precious time here in Hogtown and go explore.
Every week Culture Shock provides you with a few of the best happenings in the city that don’t involve blacking out, Study Edge or Netflix binging.
Gainesville, it’s time to culture yourself
MUSIC + NIGHTLIFE
Badfish, Sun-Dried Vibes, Kash’d Out and Not Your Hero
Where: High Dive
When: Tuesday, January 19th. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Why: Indulge your high school stoner side by checking out this famous Sublime tribute band. What better does Gville have to offer on Tuesday nights? Plus, High Dive has $1 PBR tall boys!
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
42nd Street Live musical
Where: Phillips Center
When: Tuesday, January 19, 7:30
Why: This musical has recently been revived, adding new elements to a story that’s been around for more than 70 years. Students can check out this theatrical favorite for $20.
FOOD + DRINK
Coffee Check
Where: Volta Coffee
When: Every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Why: Become the coffee connoisseur you’ve always boasted about becoming. They’ll teach you cupping protocol to be able to evaluate the aroma and taste components of coffee, and you can help them figure out what coffees make it on the menu.
SUSTAINABILITY
Green Caffeine
Where: Volta Coffee, Tea & Chocolate
When: Wednesday, January 20th . 8:15-9:15.
Why: Get insight into the Master Plan for sustainability and natural resource maintenance of the city of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department. A must for staying educated and involved with Gainesville’s natural resources and how they’re handled.
All photos courtesy of: Unsplash
