Good morning, Gainesville.

Gainesville will host its 2nd Annual Carrot Cake Competition to benefit a local rabbit rescue.

The event is set to take place soon, inviting residents to enjoy homemade carrot cakes and support animal care.

Sarah Rockwell, an Alachua County school board member, will soon represent North Central Florida in the Florida School Boards Association, marking a new chapter in her educational leadership role.

Former Duke catcher Kairi Rodriguez (a native of West Palm Beach) announced her transfer to Florida softball on Sunday, June 14, and she posted a .238 average with 31 hits, nine home runs and 26 RBIs last season to boost the Gators roster.

Former UF standout Ben Shelton won his first grass-court title at the Stuttgart Open on Sunday in Germany by defeating No. 2 Taylor Fritz; he will face Nick Kyrgios on Tuesday at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle, marking a historic win on hard, clay and grass this year.

Florida football lost four-star offensive lineman commit Kennedee Jackson to Georgia on June 13 during his official visit to UGA, and the team still holds three top offensive line recruits that keep its 2027 class ranked fourth nationally.

Florida women's track and field finished second at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene this weekend, led by National Champion Alida van Daalen who won the discus title and secured nine All-American honors.

The team scored 43 points, marking its eighth top-five finish since 2010.

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.

Parrotfish Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Signal Lounge — $10 cover — Experience the scummiest, most lovable rock band from Florida that promises an unforgettable live show.

Underoath Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Wooly — Tickets available — Experience an energetic performance by Underoath with soaring choruses and hard-hitting rhythms.