"Eventually, it snapped in me one day: I gotta record this album, get on the road and play it for people."
I see you every day as I commute to school on my bicycle. You’re waiting for the bus. You’re sitting in traffic. You’re driving around in circles looking for a parking space. You’re pumping gas at more than $3 a gallon. You know what I do when I see you? I laugh. And then I get to class on time, without fail.
Although cruising the Caribbean or fist-pumping on the shores of Panama City Beach may sound like a blast — and we’re not saying either isn’t — those staying in town next week don’t have to go far or spend a lot of money to be entertained. Gainesville and its nearby cities have plenty of fun activities to keep you busy during spring break. Check out the Avenue’s top picks:
Whether you're going on a fabulous vacation or just relaxing poolside in your hometown, let's face it: Spring break has finally arrived. Whatever your plans may be, soak up the sun and look great doing it by trying one of these hot swimwear trends:
When we first heard about the 8-1 Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Westboro Baptist Church, we were confused. This ridiculous group protests outside military funerals, including the one in question held for Marine Lance Cpl. Matthew Snyder, putting the families of the soldiers through more grief than necessary.
For the latest frills, flair and everything fashion, check out what our lens caught this week.
Geneva Jarvis hasn’t missed a day of work in 25 years.
Instant Photoshop is one step closer to reality, but hold off on the celebration.
In the Tuesday editorial, “Surgical Cuts: Proposed budget targets most vulnerable,” you stated that Florida shouldn’t be paying for dentures, eyeglasses or hearing aids because “they don’t support life itself.”
By the time you have read this column, I will have left Gainesville, curled up on my couch back home and put myself into a video game coma. Instead of catching up on new releases during my time off, as I assume many will do, I like playing my favorite games during breaks. I feel as if I’m returning to a time of innocence before papers, projects and deadlines consumed my life. In my opinion, new releases — even the ones your friends rave about — are way too expensive to risk buying. However, if you do happen to have $60 burning a hole in your wallet and want to try something new, here are two new games you should play during your week of freedom.
When UF alumna Alexandra Schotanus started doing yoga in 2007, she never thought the hobby would lead to a career in design.
It’s a weird day in political La-La Land when the Tea Party members and Democrats agree on an issue.
A number of meditation centers call Gainesville home. And as meditation becomes more popular as a way to ward off stress, the Avenue wanted to find out the story behind a few of the centers in town.
Danielle has waited all week to gussy up and get herself ready for her hot night.
Every week, coach Amanda Butler plasters the Gators’ practice facility with reminders. On the door to the training room and again as you enter the gym, even posted on the walls under the baskets, are signs with the week’s emphasis.
Although Florida’s second half against Alabama on Tuesday clinched a share of the regular-season Southeastern Conference title, it may hold an even greater significance.
When I got back from Vietnam at age 22, I worked for Jimmy Hoffa’s Teamsters. I delivered appliances for Sears throughout the five boroughs of New York.
A map of the world with bits of paper stuck to it hangs in Amy Panikowski’s office.
At the expense of long, leisurely showers, Riker Hall residents are this year’s top water savers.
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