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Wyatt’s Coffee to host grand opening downtown
By Gabriella Paul | Feb. 20, 2018The ghost of coffee shop past is returning to the heart of downtown Gainesville on Friday.
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Six bands, musicians and producers to battle it out for Okeechobee spot
By Emma Witmer | Feb. 13, 2018Every year, artists compete in Destination Okeechobee competitions throughout Florida in hopes of earning a spot on the Okeechobee Music and Arts Festival line-up. The first round, which concluded about a month ago, consisted of online voting exclusively. Flipturn, a Gainesville alternative indie group, beat out nearly 3,000 other artists and bands for their spot.
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Bass-heavy producer Digital Ethos to perform at Simon’s
By Natalie Rao | Feb. 13, 2018Mind-bending producer Digital Ethos hits Gainesville this Sunday at Simon’s. The show will run from 9 p.m. - 2 a.m., with tickets available via Eventbrite for $12.61 to $17.89.
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Four ways to keep Galentine’s Day going
By Taylor McLamb | Feb. 13, 2018The hit NBC show “Parks and Recreation” gave us a lot of memorable gems like “treat yo self,” DJ Rumba and every single one of Ann Perkin’s nicknames but, most importantly, it gave us the most significant holiday of the year, Galentine’s Day.
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Seven out-of-the-ordinary spots to spend your Valentine’s Day
By Emma Witmer | Feb. 13, 2018It’s Valentine’s Day and you still don’t know what to do? Gainesville has plenty of ways to impress your valentine with something different than last year. If the standard dinner and a movie isn’t your style, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered. Here are seven nontraditional ways to spend the holiday with that special someone.
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Loosey’s becomes first Gainesville venue to serve vegan ‘Impossible Burger’
By Gabriella Paul | Feb. 13, 2018It was a Midtown fairytale.
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VegFest returns to Gainesville this weekend
By Taylor McLamb | Feb. 13, 2018VegFest, a celebration of a healthy, sustainable and compassionate lifestyle, will return due to high demand Saturday at Depot Park.
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Avenue Staff’s Guide to Changeville 2018
By Avenue Staff | Feb. 6, 2018Downtown Gainesville might give New Orleans a run for its money Thursday and Friday.
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FEST Wrestling returns with The Love Cup
By Emma Witmer | Feb. 6, 2018FEST Wrestling is a showcase for the vibrant independent professional wrestling community that strives for inclusivity above all and a place where, sometimes, people get hit with chairs.
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King Complex releases new music video
By Sofia Arriaga | Feb. 6, 2018Local experimental indie-electronic duo King Complex released a new music video for their popular song “Pulling Strings” Thursday on YouTube.
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Neon Liger dance party to celebrate 10-year reunion
By Taylor McLamb | Feb. 6, 2018After seven consecutive years, Neon Liger’s exclusive dance parties reached icon status within the Gainesville community. They not only created a safe space for marginalized citizens but also a home for many up-and-coming DJs and electronic music fans.
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Free concert downtown to celebrate Black History Month
By Gabriella Paul | Feb. 6, 2018David Ballard said Black History Month is celebrated in many ways over many years.
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Original Gainesville Food Truck Rally to celebrate 5-year anniversary
By Gabriella Paul | Jan. 30, 2018It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
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Dynamo and Electric Kif to perform at Heartwood Soundstage
By Emma Witmer | Jan. 30, 2018Saturday brings an evening of dynamic jazz with an edge of rock as performers Dynamo and Electric Kif bring the funk to Heartwood Soundstage.
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Reggae rockers Propaganjah, Ellameno Beat and Burn Every Thing to perform
By Taylor McLamb | Jan. 30, 2018Gainesville residents can expect a night filled with a fusion of Caribbean-inspired reggae-rock Thursday when popular Ocala band Propaganjah performs at the High Dive alongside Ellameno Beat and Burn Every Thing.
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February Events: Who to see and where to see them
By Natalie Rao | Jan. 30, 2018As 2018 slowly but surely progresses, the diverse events, concerts and other entertainment that Gainesville has to offer only get bigger and better. In honor of the start of February this week, here’s some of our favorite upcoming events that will hold you over until spring break.
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Where to spend your Super Bowl Sunday in Gainesville
By Brooke Steinberg | Jan. 30, 2018Super Bowl Sunday is finally here, and Gainesville is getting ready to celebrate. Whether you’re a fan of the New England Patriots or the Philadelphia Eagles or just watching for the commercials and beer, there are plenty of places around Gainesville to go to root for your favorite team. Find some of the best spots below.
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Los Angeles bluesman The Reverend Shawn Amos to perform
By Taylor McLamb | Jan. 23, 2018Legendary Los Angeles-based bluesman The Reverend Shawn Amos will be playing alongside local band The Shakedown this Sunday, using their music to transform High Dive into a 1960s Chicago blues club.
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‘Take Me To The River’ to Perform at Phillips Center
By Gabriella Paul | Jan. 23, 2018Sit back and dive deep into America’s rich musical history Monday night at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
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Ahead of Friday’s concert, Flipturn wins Destination Okeechobee contest
By Emma Witmer | Jan. 23, 2018Earlier in the month, local indie group and Swamp Records flagship artist Flipturn claimed the Destination Okeechobee Round One top spot, securing their place on the south Florida festival lineup and among artists on the rise.
