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Downtown Streatery to host holiday markets beginning Friday

Published on December 10, 2025

In time for the holidays and into the new year, the Streatery will be the site of Gainesville’s new Downtown Winter Market Series. Beginning this Friday, area vendors, live music, art and wellness spaces will line SW 1st Avenue downtown from 4-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays. The market series continues through January 25.

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Community Gun Violence Prevention Alliance Unveils New Strategic Plan

Published on December 09, 2025

The Community Gun Violence Prevention Alliance presented its first countywide strategic plan Dec. 8 to guide long-term efforts to reduce gun violence and strengthen community well-being. The presentation capped months of interviews, town halls and conversations with nearly 200 people across the region, from educators and service providers to law enforcement, advocates and neighbors.

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2025 Arts Awards Nominations Due Dec. 29

Published on December 04, 2025

Each year, the Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board and the Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust recognize individuals and businesses that have made significant contributions to the advancement of the arts in our community. Past winners represent nearly two decades of Gainesville’s distinguished cultural leadership. Award winners are selected from nominations submitted each fall.

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Cold Night Shelter Program available Dec. 3

Published on December 03, 2025

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, during the evening hours of Wednesday, Dec. 3. 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. The CNS program normally runs from Nov.

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City of Gainesville’s daylong holiday festivities begin Saturday

Published on December 02, 2025

More than 100 floats, dance troupes, marching bands and community groups will travel along University Avenue in the 2025 A Very GNV Holiday Parade Saturday, December 6. The theme of this year's parade is "homegrown talent" featuring Gainesville's own nationally acclaimed theatrical producer Marion J. Caffey and award-winning saxophonist Emmanuel Garilus who will serve as co-grand marshals.

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