Good morning, Gainesville.

Room to Dance, the student-choreographed finale of Santa Fe College dance season, will be presented on Friday, June 12 (7:30 p.m.) and Saturday, June 13 (7:30 p.m.) in the Jackson N.

Sasser Fine Arts Hall on NW 83rd Street in Gainesville.

Gainesville officials are negotiating to move the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire to the Gainesville Raceway for 2027.

The two-weekend, ticketed festival will use the back portion of the raceway & may include on-site shuttle service and dry camping options.

Students at Hidden Oak Elementary practiced CPR during their summer camp on Tuesday, June 9 with guidance from Gator football player Byron Lewis and training kits donated by the American Heart Association Heart Walk (via the HCA Foundation).

On June 10, the UF Board of Trustees unanimously approved Stuart Bell as the university’s 14th president (his appointment now awaits the final vote by the Board of Governors).

Bell previously led the University of Alabama and is expected to bring his experience to UF.

The Alachua Conservation Trust expanded the Santa Fe River conservation corridor by purchasing 40 acres today in Gilchrist County, protecting 1,400 feet of river frontage, high bluffs and woodlands that help reduce flood impacts (funded in part by its Amazing Give campaign).

The Alachua County Commission voted Tuesday to examine new waste disposal methods, as officials consider building a landfill in Balu Forest near Gainesville Regional Airport to address rising costs and dwindling options, with a decision expected within the next two years (environmental impacts are also being reviewed).

Community Hospice and Palliative Care is celebrating National CNA Week (June 12–18) with activities that honor its certified nursing assistants for providing compassionate care across Northeast and North Central Florida.

The event highlights internal recognitions that underscore the essential role of these caregivers.

Florida football is expanding its 2027 class as coach Jon Sumrall oversaw two new commitments, including 3-star linebacker Ellis McGaskin and long snapper Jaydee Lane, announced June 6 and June 8.

The program now has 23 commitments with one five-star recruit & 14 four-star players.

Columbia softball coach Joe Saucier was named Florida Dairy Farmers Coach of the Year on Wednesday, June 10 — he led his Tigers to a record of 29 to 3 and a state championship in his second season.

Florida small forward Thomas Haugh said a 45 minute call with NBA veteran Draymond Green — who explained how NBA players need more experience — convinced him to stay with the Gators as summer workouts continue and the season opener is set for Nov.

2 at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa.

FREE Live on the Lawn: The Savants with The Shambles

6-9 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing outdoor concert featuring classic rock favorites in Gainesville.

Gainesville Toddler Multi-Sport Program

9:00-10:50 a.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — $90 — Engaging multisport activities for toddlers aged 18 months to 4 years during summer.

Bird and Byron Acoustic Performance

6-9 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Check event page for pricing — Experience indie rock and soul with heartfelt songwriting from the Nashville-based duo Bird and Byron.

Eden Brent Live Blues Performance

7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of piano-driven blues and storytelling from award-winning artist Eden Brent.

Juvenile Live at Heartwood Soundstage

7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy hip-hop performance with classic hits and crowd favorites.

Celebrity Bingo Fundraiser

6-9 p.m. — Senior Recreation Center — Community support event — Enjoy an evening of celebrity bingo, games, prizes, and food while benefiting Gianna’s Place.

#iDoit4mycity Weekend: Services Event

3-7 p.m. — Pulp Arts — Free entry — Engage in a vibrant community experience with a mix of entertainment and education over the weekend.

WUFT’s Fanfares & Fireworks

6-10 p.m. — UF Bandshell at Flavet Field — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day Eve with live music, food trucks, and a dazzling fireworks finale.

AVELLO Concert

9:00 p.m. — Vivid Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying night with AVELLO in Gainesville.

Skweezy Jibbs Movie Premiere

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Wooly — Tickets required — Enjoy the premiere of a comedy mockumentary about the making of a blockbuster film.