St. Patrick’s Day in Gainesville
On St. Patrick’s Day, a Gator named Gertie was feeling lucky. She had been wanting to go on an adventure, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity. She decided to spend the day exploring her local swamp in search of all kinds of fun. First, she hopped across lily pads in search of leprechauns that […] The post St. Patrick’s Day in Gainesville appeared first on Gator Love.
Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs
Gainesville, Florida is home to a thriving Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs department that offers a wide range of activities and services to the community. From youth sports leagues to senior programs, this department has something for everyone. The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs department in Gainesville offers numerous recreational activities including swimming, tennis, basketball, […] The post Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs appeared first on Gator Love.
St. Patrick’s Day in Gainesville
On St. Patrick’s Day, a Gator named Gertie was feeling lucky. She had been wanting to go on an adventure, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity. She decided to spend the day exploring her local swamp in search of all kinds of fun. First, she hopped across lily pads in search of leprechauns that […] The post St. Patrick’s Day in Gainesville appeared first on Gator Love.
Volunteer Opportunities in Gainesville
The Merits of Volunteering Volunteering is an important way to help improve one’s community by providing support and service to those in need. It enables people to become active participants in making a positive, tangible difference in their neighborhoods. Additionally, volunteering provides a sense of accomplishment and pride, as well as a feeling of connectedness […] The post Volunteer Opportunities in Gainesville appeared first on Gator Love.
Alligator Comic
The cartoonist was in his studio, brainstorming about his next gator comic strip. He had been working on the same gator strip for months, and he was starting to feel a bit stuck. He needed something new and fresh. Suddenly, an idea popped into his head. He could do a strip about a gator who […] The post Alligator Comic appeared first on Gator Love.
true film noir gator legend
The gator slinks through the murky water of Paynes Prairie, his eyes fixed on the prize. He knows that there is a human settlement not too far away, and he’s determined to get there. The gator has always been smarter than the other gators in the swamp. He’s always been able to outwit them and […] The post true film noir gator legend appeared first on Gator Love.
Art Nouveau and Rococo
The gator in the swamp had always been a bit of an odd one. While all of his gator friends loved to bask in the sun and hunt for fish, he preferred to sit in the murky water and watch the strange architecture that loomed over the swamp. The gator couldn’t help but be drawn […] The post Art Nouveau and Rococo appeared first on Gator Love.
bartenders
The bartender wiped down the counters and straightened the bottles of liquor. It had been a slow night, as usual. He was starting to get bored. He looked out the window and saw the gators swimming in the swamp. He always found them fascinating, with their cool eyes and rough skin. Suddenly, he had an […] The post bartenders appeared first on Gator Love.
lyrical abstraction
The painter finds inspiration for his swampy gator paintings in his dreams and visions. He is obsessed with alligators and their power and grace, and he enjoys exploring their beauty and mystery in his paintings. He feels a deep connection to the swampy landscape and the alligators that call it home, and he continues to […] The post lyrical abstraction appeared first on Gator Love.
action shot
The photographer had been stalking the alligator for hours. He had seen it swimming in the river earlier that day and had been patiently waiting for it to resurface so he could take his shot. Finally, the alligator surfaced a few yards from where the photographer was hiding behind a tree. The photographer took a […] The post action shot appeared first on Gator Love.
Hogtown
Nina was a student at the local college in Hogtown. She had always loved the city, with its mix of old and new architecture, and the busy energy of the people on the streets. One day, she was walking to class when she saw a sign for a new cafe that had just opened up. […] The post Hogtown appeared first on Gator Love.
Indigenous Peoples’ Task Force
The City of Gainesville, the Indigenous Peoples’ Task Force, and community partners are putting on some events to celebrate the Indigenous peoples who first inhabited this land. There will be a ceremony on Monday, and tours and activities at the Harn Museum on Tuesday. Then on Saturday, there will be a celebration with performances by […] The post Indigenous Peoples’ Task Force appeared first on Gator Love.
Tom Petty Day
Tom Petty was born in Gainesville, Florida, on October 20, 1950. He was one of three children of Kitty and Earl Petty. His father was a prominent insurance salesman in the area. Tom’s musical interest began early. At the age of eight, he received his first guitar as a Christmas present from his uncle. Tom […] The post Tom Petty Day appeared first on Gator Love.
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