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Trenton Ropp, the lead singer and guitarist, sings the chorus of “Sitcom,” Driveaway’s new single.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Sixth Annual Swamp Records Showcase at Heartwood Thursday

By Sara Han | Apr. 23, 2019

Six hours of music you can’t miss

The Center for Arts in Medicine teaches students to use art to cope with stress

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Art impacts mental health

By Emma McAvoy | Apr. 23, 2019

How art can help students cope

Gypsy Rose is currently serving her decade-long prison sentence for role in the murder of her abusive mother.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Gypsy Rose’s story: Hulu vs. Lifetime

By Tranelle Maner | Apr. 16, 2019

Which portrayal reigns supreme?

THE AVENUE | FOOD

Science is on tap

By Adrian Casaretto Avenue Contributing Writer | Apr. 16, 2019

Learn about sea turtles and red tide over a beer

Gainesville residents came to 4Most Gallery & Studio last Friday night to appreciate Hannah Lewis’ unique wearable art exhibit.

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

FAT exhibit empowers women

By Priya Dames | Apr. 16, 2019

UF Alumna Hanna Lewis displays art for all sizes

Jackie Aina tweeted this photo in conjunction with the return of this hit TV show.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

‘Game of Thrones’ characters categorized by zodiac signs

By Jackie DeFreitas | Apr. 16, 2019

In honor of Game of Thrones return for its last season, Vogue released a Instagram photo of the "GOT" characters and the signs that corresponds to them. Here’s a possible explanation for each pick and additional zodiac match ups for other characters.

Robbie Kingsley, the band’s lead singer, and Andre Escobar, the bassist, perform during the 2019 Heartwood Music Festival on Feb. 23.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

The Hails bid Gainesville farewell

By Emma McAvoy | Apr. 16, 2019

they will take their talents to South Beach

Heavy Petty, a tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, will perform alongside four other tribute bands to celebrate Gainesville's 150th anniversary.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Gainesville to celebrate 150th anniversary with concert

By Lina Ruiz | Apr. 11, 2019

At least 2,000 people are expected to attend the free event

King Complex performs at the 2019 Heartwood Music Festival on Feb. 23.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

‘Kings’ of their own genre show what’s behind the masks

By Tranelle Maner Avenue Staff Writer | Apr. 9, 2019

Local duo King Complex discusses new single

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Sex in The Swamp: Consent

By Jackie De Freitas Avenue Staff Writer | Apr. 9, 2019

There’s more to “yes means yes”

The stars of the show like to use theatrics to make audiences laugh while challenging their views on gender and sexuality.

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Show preview: ‘Tainted Cabaret’

By Vanessa Blankenship Avenue Staff Writer | Apr. 9, 2019

Only adults are welcome at the Hardback Cafe tonight. The audience should be ready for a show that combines hilarity with sexuality, while redefining traditional femininity.