Good morning, Gainesville.

The annual Gathering of Hope, which offers meals to the less fortunate, will be held on Christmas Eve by Deep Sea Ministry in Gainesville, featuring traditional dishes from the storied Mom’s Kitchen.

Kiwanis Challenge Park in Gainesville, Florida, will undergo improvements, including ADA-compliant picnic area installations and track resurfacing, funded by a half-cent sales tax.

The 'A Bicentennial Symposium - The Making of Alachua County: Past, Present and Future' event celebrated the history of Alachua County's Black community with discussions, music, and exhibits, focusing on reconciliation and community progress.

Gainesville's Phillips Center hosts the second annual Holiday Unity Concert featuring a diverse array of musical pieces for free, promoting a message of unity.

AT&T plans to discontinue its traditional landline phone service in nearly all its U.S. service areas except California by 2029, citing the old copper wire network's unreliability and environmental concerns.

The Gainesville City Commission approved the sale of the old RTS facility to The Knot Climbing Gym, allocated affordable housing funds, ratified a new firefighter contract, and heard updates on the Downtown Ambassador program.

The article provides five affordable gift ideas for University of Florida students during the holiday season, including digital cameras, cooking supplies, tutoring services, sports equipment, and UF-themed apparel.

Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky discusses her appreciation for Gainesville and her plans for the 2028 Olympics while promoting her New York Times bestseller, 'Just Add Water.'

Nine-year-old Claire Swanson of Gainesville won first place in three events at the USAG Level 5 State Championship, cementing her as a promising young gymnast in Florida.

Florida Gators' edge rusher Jack Pyburn is entering the transfer portal after a standout junior year and a quick recovery from a torn ACL.

Open Mic Night at VFW Post 2811

An open mic night welcoming musicians, poets, comedians, and storytellers to showcase their talents and exercise free speech.

Gainesville English Country Dance

Enjoy an evening of English country dancing in a welcoming environment with live music and lessons provided.

Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker, performed by Dance Alive National Ballet, will be showing at the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Gainesville, Florida.

Gainesville Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

Experience a fun-filled pub crawl in Gainesville featuring games, contests, and a chance to enjoy themed drinks and food at various venues.

Dance Alive National Ballet: Class with Clara

A fun onstage ballet class with Clara from the Nutcracker, welcoming participants of all ages with company dancers available for assistance.

Weekly English Country Dance in Gainesville

The Gainesville English Country Dance features live music by Hoggetowne Fancy, with instruction for dancers at United Church of Gainesville.

Holiday Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, and 15K

This family-friendly running event features multiple race distances and is open to all runners, including non-club members.

Alabama State Hornets vs. Florida Gators Women's Basketball Game

Witness an exciting matchup between the Alabama State Hornets and the Florida Gators women's basketball teams at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

Weekly English Country Dance in Gainesville

A community-friendly English country dance featuring live music, lessons, and a supportive environment for all skill levels every Monday evening.