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 Upcoming Week at a Glance
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City closed June 19 for Juneteenth observance
In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, city offices will be closed Wednesday, June 19. Residential curbside collection for garbage, recycling and yard waste will not be affected by the holiday. RTS will run its holiday bus service between 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on routes 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 13, 15, 16, 20, 26, 35, 43, 75 and 711. Please visit www.Go-RTS.com for up-to-date route information. Please plan accordingly. |
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Final Journey to Juneteenth Events
The City of Gainesville’s month-long Journey to Juneteenth celebration, from Florida Emancipation Day (May 20) through the widely recognized Juneteenth holiday (June 19), honors the long and turbulent journey to freedom while staying true to our history of Florida Emancipation on May 20. Final events include: |
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Works by area youth premiere during Gun Violence Awareness Month |
Two local productions, created by area youth to raise awareness about gun violence, will be broadcast locally the next two Saturdays.
“Lend Me Your Ears Gainesville” is a compilation by youth playwrights from the Alachua Academy and Project YouthBuild, designed to promote understanding and healing about the impacts of gun violence.
“The Life Story of Christopher Scott: Gun Violence is Preventable” is a documentary produced by youth about the impacts of gun violence following the death of 13-year old Christopher Scott who was killed in the local American Legion hall shooting in 2021. |
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Pickup Basketball Tournament this Friday |
Join us for a free 3v3 pickup basketball tournament with music, food and drinks at Unity Park! |
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Business Resilience Workshop with Carla Lomack |
Join OEI for an insightful workshop on Business Resilience, led by seasoned business professional Carla Lomack.
This workshop, led by seasoned business professional Carla Lomack, will delve into strategies and practices essential for enhancing an organization's ability to withstand and recover from challenges, disruptions and crises. This event is free, but we request you register through Eventbrite.
When: June 20, 3-5 p.m. Where: GRU Administration Building (301 SE Fourth Ave.) |
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14th Annual Virtual Employment Law Seminar |
The City of Gainesville Office of Equity and Inclusion and the Alachua County Office of Equal Opportunity are hosting the 14th Annual Virtual Employment Law Seminar. The free conference is free and will be held virtually Wednesday, June 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Private and public employers/employees are welcome to attend. |
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GFR Signing Day Ceremony
Last Friday, Gainesville Fire Rescue welcomed its 2024 class of first responder candidates during its third annual Signing Day Ceremony as the 15 candidates accepted conditional letters of employment from the City of Gainesville. Next, the firefighters will complete a seven-week orientation to demonstrate proficiency and then will join fellow firefighters in response to emergency calls. Following the ceremony, several candidates assisted with Teen Midnight Basketball that evening during an official #WearOrange event on National Gun Violence Awareness Day. As part of IMPACT GNV, the City of Gainesville and its community partners work to positively engage area youth in fun and safe activities as part of gun violence prevention efforts. |
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Free Fridays Concert Series Continues The Free Fridays Concert Series returns to downtown Gainesville as the region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series! The concerts feature local and regional musical talent each Friday from 7-9 p.m. through September at Bo Diddley Plaza. The concerts under the stars showcase diverse musical acts sure to delight music lovers with classic rock, reggae, R&B, soul, ska, funk, blues and more. Upcoming performances include: - June 21: Little Wing Studio Showcase: Cassette, The Interwaves, PT
- June 28: Mei, Now Leaving Space, The Mermers (indie, ska, surf rock)
- July 5: Pet Detectives (‘90s alt rock covers)
- July 12: The Ox Showcase: Short Stack, Cooper, Jenna Clark (country)
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Free summer meals for children 0-18
The Free Summer Meals program provides free, nutritious meals to kids and teens 18 years old and under during the summer break. No registration is required. Students do not have to be enrolled at a location to participate, and the program is open to any child regardless of family income. For details on free meal sites and serving dates and times, please call 352-955-7539 or visit www.yourchoicefresh.com and search for the summer meal program. |
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Adventures in Play Summer Day Camp This camp will keep young kids busy during the day with a host of fun and enriching activities, with each of the weeklong sessions having its own theme. - Child must have completed kindergarten and be entering first through fifth grades
- $61 weekly registration fee for city residents
- Runs Monday-Friday from June 3 to Aug. 2, from 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Held at Massey Rec Center and Eastside Community Center
Teen Life Summer Day Camp This camp is the older child oriented version of the Adventures in Play camp, having the same weekly themes with activities more appropriate for middle-schoolers. - Child must have completed fifth grade and be entering sixth through eighth grades
- $61 weekly registration fee for city residents
- Runs Monday-Friday from June 3-Aug. 2, from 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Held at T.B. McPherson Recreation Center
Heatwave Basketball The courts are calling for a summer of fun and competition! Come join our coed basketball program! Build character and leadership by “Pursuing Victory with Honor” for life skills to use on and off the court. Heatwave is about fairness and respect for all players, regardless of skill. - For kids entering 6-12 grade
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- Held at MLK Multipurpose Center and Lincoln Middle School
Start Smart Sports helps parents of preschoolers 3-5 years old objectively measure their child's abilities. As the programs progress and children show improvement, the skills and exercises are altered so that each child remains challenged while using age appropriate equipment. They will learn concepts and skills including: sport specific skills, preparation for organized sports, building self-esteem and confidence, and social skills. Start Smart Soccer registration opens June 1!
Summer Swim Lessons Registration for summer swim lessons is now open! Session 2: June 17-27 Session 3: July 8-18 Session 4: July 22-Aug 2 |
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Gainesville Zero Waste News
FoodRecovery.org Set to Reduce Food Waste In Gainesville Over 2 million people in Florida lack access to healthy food and are considered food insecure, which is astonishing when more than a third of our food supply ends up in landfills. Getting donated wholesome food to those in need is a solvable problem, and FoodRecovery.org is here to help. |
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FoodRecovery.org is at the forefront of addressing this critical issue. As a pioneering non-profit organization, this online platform bridges the gap between excess food and those in need by connecting food donors with local food banks and charities. Their innovative approach ensures that surplus food, which would otherwise be discarded, reaches people facing food insecurity. Whether you’re a restaurant, grocery store, farm, or caterer, partnering with FoodRecovery.org is simple. They provide resources and support to help streamline the donation process, ensuring that food is safely and efficiently redirected to those in need. You can sign up on their website and start making a difference immediately. Visit FoodRecovery.org to learn more about how you can join the movement and be part of the solution. Together, we can turn surplus into sustenance and build a more sustainable future for all. |
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Electric Beats in City Streets: The EV Bus Revolution We're excited to announce this video is one of the winners of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's "My Electric Ride: An EV Transportation Video Challenge." RTS transit operator Ricky Garcia discusses the benefits of electric vehicle buses for riders and the community. |
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City Commission Meetings
- Thursday, June 20: City Commission Meeting
For a listing of other board/committee meetings and agendas, please visit our website. Live meeting coverage is available on Cox Cable Channel 12, Roku TV, Fire TV and the City of Gainesville website. |
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