Good morning, Gainesville.

A 22-year-old man from Hawthorne died after his car crashed into a fence and a tree on June 10 along State Road 26 east of Melrose+ he was ejected from his vehicle at about 9:30 p.m.

Queer Eclectics opened on June 1 and is on display at Library West to celebrate Pride Month and show the diverse expressions of the queer community.

The exhibit is organized by UF art group Common Craft and is led by UF art junior Jade Bennett who invited local queer artists to share their work with Gainesville visitors.

Florida football finished a strong 2025 recruiting class and is now building its 2026 class; the team added tight end Kekua Aumua from IMG Academy on June 9—he visited the campus and pledged his commitment, strengthening UF's future prospects.

The Gators plan to secure more top players as the recruiting process continues.

Florida’s Gators men’s basketball team kept two key players and added two transfers to retool its roster for the 2025-26 season.

Coach Todd Golden said the revamped backcourt is expected to bring versatility—setting up the team for strong competition when the season begins on Nov. 3.

NFL quarterback Anthony Richardson will host a free youth football camp at Citizens Field on Saturday, June 21 with registration starting at 8 a.m. and camp beginning at 9 a.m. for over 250 young athletes (ages 6–16) and a Parent Summit (hosted by LaShawnda Cleare) that will offer expert advice on financial and mental health support for families.

Do Business with the City

9-11 a.m. — Thomas Center — Free entry — Connect with City of Gainesville purchasing pros and discover resources for local business growth.

Gainesville Toddler Multi-Sport Program

9-10:50 a.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — $85 — Enjoy a fun and active multisport program for toddlers over four weeks.

Father's Day Celebration at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Kanapaha Botanical Gardens — Free for fathers — Celebrate Dad with nature's beauty and enjoy a day out together.

Lift & Lengthen: Cupping and Stretching Techniques

9 AM – 6 PM — Florida School of Massage — $205 — Learn to blend cupping and stretching for enhanced recovery and flexibility in bodywork.

3-Day Virtual CRASH Training

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The Virtual CRASH Training Center — 21 ACTAR CEUs available — Enhance your skills in video analysis and 3-D environments with expert guidance from Bob Scurlock, Ph.D.

Foot Reflexology Training for Massage Therapists

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Florida School of Massage — $400, $350 if paid by June 14th — Enhance your massage practice with specialized reflexology techniques and insights.

Vacation Bible School 2025

9 a.m. to 12 p.m. — 8001 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL — Free entry — Engage kids from Kindergarten to 5th grade in a week of fun, learning, and community service.

Learn to Draw From Life Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Nightjar, Gainesville, FL — Class 1: $5 Reservation Fee, Classes 2 & 3: Pay-What-You-Can — Explore the fundamentals of drawing through engaging lessons in a supportive setting.

Jack Gamble Melon Run

8-11 a.m. — Albert Ray Massey Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate Independence Day with a refreshing three-mile run in Gainesville's favorite tradition.

Live Music with Kenna Dee

7-11 p.m. — Mother's Pub & Grill North — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of acoustic favorites and delicious bites in a lively atmosphere.