B.J. Novak (left), best known for his work on "The Office," speaks at the University Auditorium in Gainesville, Fla., on June 29, 2026. The conversation was moderated by Houston Wells (right).
Kevin Ayoub of Crimson sings at the Cowabunga Release Show, Sunday, June 21, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.
Shamus McGovern cuts glass at The Glass Onion Studio in Gainesville, Fla.
Shamus McGovern prepares glass for a project at The Glass Onion Studio, Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.
The Ones to Blame perform at Hipp Pride Sessions during Hipp Pride Week at the Hippodrome Theatre on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Outside of The Hippodrome, Thursday, May 28, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.
Sign outside The Hippodrome advertising “Hipp Pride Sessions” Thursday, May 28, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.
Helena Boehling smiles at Kay Hoff as they perform a song together at Nightjar Gallery & Studios, on Friday, May 22, 2026 in Gainesville, Florida.
Concord Coffee, located 1380 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL, closes each year during the summer, forseeing a lack of business.
Patrons sit in Daydreamer Cafe, Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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