Optimistic and eager to showcase their art, local artists and vendors gathered to provide patrons with unique art displays in High Springs Saturday.
The Avenue reached out to three members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in honor of heritage month to discover which AAPI artists are in their playlists.
In light of being home more often than usual, several of us have been looking for a new art form to indulge in and escape with. Fortunately, Gainesville’s family-owned Studio TM Ceramics has several opportunities for those who want to create using ceramic art.
The Cultural Arts Coalition (CAC) is sponsoring a Science Bus to aid in science education for underprivileged elementary students. The bus will house mini science exhibits and visit several schools, community centers, libraries and other public areas across Alachua County.
Sweet Dreams of Gainesville will be serving their local homemade ice cream after nearly half a year of COVID-19 pandemic closure. Known for its wacky flavors and strong community involvement, the ice cream shop plans to reopen its doors once Alachua County public schools let out for summer break in June.
The Disney alums take the alternative route with a release primed for summertime
Rosemary and Flowers Crystal Shop encourages customers to find their own meaning in crystals.
Greg Toth continues home recordings with his eighth album.
![The polar baer app is “the only app where you meet 100% of your matches,” according to co-founder Charles Heitmuller. [graphic by Aubrey Bocalan]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/5bc5bd60-178b-46ac-9fb4-8a22b940fb1b.sized-1000x1000.JPG?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
The app is encouraging users to ‘break the ice’ and meet their matches in person.
![Hebni Nutrition Consultants’ Fresh Stop bus will stop in Marion County once a month for at least the remainder of the year. [Graphic by Aubrey Bocalan]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/0e95a6df-6acf-4543-a0a2-9acceb3d442e.sized-1000x1000.png?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
Marion Senior Services is offering fresh produce to seniors with sponsorship from Florida Blue.
The Gainesville singer-songwriter offers a fresh perspective in his latest release.
![“Fun Home” follows Alison Bechdel throughout childhood, adolescence and adulthood as she comes to terms with her sexuality. [Courtesy to the Alligator]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/1ad524cf-9669-4008-a9d8-cee9444656fb.sized-1000x1000.JPG?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
‘Fun Home,’ based on Alison Bechdel’s graphic memoir, opened April 9 and will run until April 25.
![The cleanup will be from 9 a.m. to noon and will start at Massey Park. [Graphic by Aubrey Bocalan]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/c6a5b630-aad6-4a83-868c-905e4adcd33c.sized-1000x1000.jpeg?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
Locals will plant trees and shrubs, pick up litter, paint over graffiti and pull invasive plants.
!["Under The Moon," Twin Suns’ debut single, is now available on all streaming platforms. [Courtesy to the Alligator]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/4b3c3f55-a229-4997-b302-8d0ab065a6ef.sized-1000x1000.jpeg?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
The Fernandina five-piece premiered their first song ahead of Saturday performance in St. Augustine.
“Fearless (Taylor’s Version),” the first of six rerecords, dropped Friday at midnight.
![The new restaurant opened in late March. [photo by Melissa Hernandez De La Cruz]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/ce848d69-2aff-4606-a309-ef787cc418a5.sized-1000x1000.jpeg?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
The new restaurant offers vegan menu items and socially distanced seating.
![Gainesville's Regal movie theaters are set to reopen in April and May. [photo by Brenna Sheets]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/75e8c90d-22c4-462c-a553-77548c6b4a77.sized-1000x1000.jpeg?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
The pandemic sheds a new light on the movie theater monopoly crisis.
![Showcase 2021 will include performances from 10 local acts, as well as food and art vendors. [Graphic by Ashley Hicks]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/5c9ad453-b7af-401f-9c82-53e1ec5c30b5.sized-1000x1000.jpg?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
Showcase 2021 will take place Saturday at Heartwood Soundstage.
![The Repurpose Project opened in 2012 and sells used items. [Photo by Valeriya Antonshchuk]](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/ufa/1cc4a7c2-befd-4d3d-9cb4-1d240d48ae15.sized-1000x1000.png?w=1500&ar=4%3A3&fit=crop&crop=faces&facepad=3&auto=format)
The local thrift and junk shop plans to house more repurposing materials at a second location in East Gainesville.
The group raises awareness through chalking and providing resources to the community.
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