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City firefighters train for water rescues at municipal Pool

Published on August 29, 2025

Dwight H. Hunter Pool served as the training site for Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) firefighters to practice water rescues. Using a car prop to simulate a submerged vehicle, the first responders took turns locating and freeing an underwater “victim,” swimming out with a rope to retrieve them or reeling them to safety from shore.

City Closed Monday, Sept. 1 to Observe Labor Day

Published on August 26, 2025

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, city offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1.

Refurbished historic elevator at Hippodrome Theatre reopens to public

Published on August 22, 2025

The manually operated elevator returned to service after a faithful restoration of its early 20th-century craftsmanship. It had been in operation since 1911 in the U.S. Post Office and Federal Courthouse building (now home to the Hippodrome Theatre) before being taken out of service in 2024 due to safety concerns.

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Office of Resiliency

Beginning with the selection of a chief climate officer in January 2023, the City of Gainesville looks to bring together its climate initiatives and get residents involved.

Homeless Support Services

Here in Gainesville, we believe in a compassionate and dignified approach to helping our houseless neighbors – an approach that starts with active listening.

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

In September 2023, the City of Gainesville and the Gainesville Housing Authority (GHA) were awarded a $500,000 Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant will be used to create a plan to redevelop and revitalize neighborhoods in east Gainesville.

Events

Serenity: Art in Meditation Exhibit at the Thomas Center Galleries

August 29, 2025

Friday, June 27 - Saturday, Aug. 30
The exhibition explores how the creation of art is used to promote mind, body and spirit in various forms of meditation.

Free Fridays Concert Series

August 29, 2025

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. Our concerts under the stars showcase diverse musical acts sure to delight music lovers with classic rock, reggae, R & B, soul, ska, funk, blues and more.

Mindful Movement

August 30, 2025

Join us for a serene and empowering mindful movement session, combining the joyful expression of Nia with the meditative flow of SloMo. Offered in accompaniment to the Serenity art exhibition at the Thomas Center, this all-levels session includes grounding breathwork, slow-flow movement and closing seated meditation. No experience necessary.

Fall Business Matchmaker

September 03, 2025

This networking event is designed to connect you with valuable resources, prime contractors, fellow business owners, and government contractors.

Eco Buddies

September 03, 2025

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes!

Perspectives in the Parks

September 07, 2025

A monthly program features new speakers each month on topics including science, nature, history and art.

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City firefighters train for water rescues at municipal Pool

City Closed Monday, Sept. 1 to Observe Labor Day

Refurbished historic elevator at Hippodrome Theatre reopens to public

Community Focus

Office of Resiliency

Homeless Support Services

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

Serenity: Art in Meditation Exhibit at the Thomas Center Galleries

Free Fridays Concert Series

Mindful Movement

Fall Business Matchmaker

Eco Buddies

Perspectives in the Parks

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area

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