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Cold Night Shelter Program available Nov 10-11

Published on November 10, 2025

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, during the evening hours of Monday, Nov. 10 and Tuesday, Nov 11. The anticipated temperatures will lead to the activation of the city's Cold Night Shelter (CNS) Program, and it is expected to remain in effect until overnight low temperatures rise above 45 F.

City Commission supports food bank as SNAP delays strain families

Published on November 06, 2025

The Gainesville City Commission approved allocating $100,000 at its Nov. 6 meeting to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, a regional food distribution hub serving Alachua County and surrounding areas. The support comes as the ongoing federal government shutdown has interrupted Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for low-income families.

City Observes Veterans Day Holiday

Published on November 06, 2025

In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, city offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11.

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Community Focus

City Hall Plaza Refresh Project

Renovation of City Hall Plaza is scheduled to begin Tuesday, Oct. 14. Project updates will be posted regularly to this webpage.

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.

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Eco Rangers

November 11, 2025

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us! Rotating weekly lectures, activities, and hikes themed around local flora, fauna, and phenomena encourage hands-on exploration and a lifelong appreciation for nature.

Bilingual Story Time at the Park

November 13, 2025

It's Bilingual Story Time! Interactive fun with stories and songs in English and Spanish. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

SOAR: Science-Oriented Activities and Recreation

November 13, 2025

SOAR to discover science through this interactive program on the second Thursday of the month during the school year at the Gainesville Housing Authority Maker Space (200 SE 26th Street).

44th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show

November 15, 2025

Visit downtown Gainesville to experience North Florida’s largest free street festival Saturday, Nov. 15, and Sunday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CanceledJazz at the Plaza

November 15, 2025

The U.S. Air Force Jazz Band: Dimensions in Blue is bringing their high-energy big band sound to Gainesville.

Create and Sell Digital Products Live Webinar

November 20, 2025

In this power-packed virtual workshop you’ll learn how to build, brand and launch your own profitable digital products.

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Cold Night Shelter Program available Nov 10-11

City Commission supports food bank as SNAP delays strain families

City Observes Veterans Day Holiday

Community Focus

City Hall Plaza Refresh Project

Homeless Support Services

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

Eco Rangers

Bilingual Story Time at the Park

SOAR: Science-Oriented Activities and Recreation

44th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show

CanceledJazz at the Plaza

Create and Sell Digital Products Live Webinar

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

Capital Improvement Projects

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area

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