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Wednesday, July 02, 2025

The Avenue | Lifestyle

“Dream Daddy” is our recommendation for anyone who enjoys dad bods and jokes.
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Dating Sim games for lonely hearts

Valentine’s Day is centered around one theme: love. It’s something almost every human being craves, and it’s also something people are constantly looking for. Whether it be at a bar, in class or even swiping through the latest dating apps, everyone is looking for some sort of connection.


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Pairs made in astrological heaven

Cancer and Scorpio: If you know anything about astrology, you know this is the combination to beat. The connection between these two is almost psychic, like Raven-Symoné gazing into the future. As a double water sign combo, Cancer and Scorpio understand each other’s emotions while also filling in the gaps the other might be missing.


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The Man behind the FEST

Tony Weinbender has two great loves: music and Gainesville. Seventeen years ago he lost $500 trying to combine those, but in doing so, he created an event that became a city staple and a community that never stops coming back for more.


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Pride Playlist

With Pride festivals cropping up in cities all over the country, now is the perfect time to celebrate members of the LGBTQ+ community who are making an impact. Representation in the music industry has made major strides in recent years, with openly queer artists unapologetically topping the charts with their art.


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Weekly Event Calendar:

We’d love to give you all the details on these great events, but there just isn’t time! Gainesville is always buzzing with exciting local events, so don’t miss out. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s coming up:



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