Third Annual Women United Lip Sync Challenge presented by RealTruck
2019-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, 34470, United States
Join United Way’s Women United on Thursday, May 2nd for the 3rd annual Lip Sync Challenge presented by RealTruck!
The contest starts at 6 pm at the Reilly Arts Center located at 500 NE 9th Street, Ocala and concludes at 8 pm. Three of Marion County’s Finest will battle off in a lip sync challenge. Who will you vote for? Tickets are $25 for General Admission and $50.00 for VIP. VIP tickets includes reserved VIP seating and access to the VIP after party with the contestants, presented by CenterState Bank with hors d’oeuvres and beverages sponsored by Katya Vineyards.
Thank you to our sponsors: RealTruck, Signature Brands, CenterState Bank, Katya Vineyards, Raney’s and Benmar Construction. Proceeds to support ReadingPals, United Way of Marion County’s early literacy initiative.

Women United Lip Sync Challenge
2019-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, 34470, United States

FSU Baseball- FSU vs Pittsburg
2019-05-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Dick Howser Stadium, 403 Stadium Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32304, United States
FSU vs Pittsburg

Cat Adoption Event VOCAL- East Office
2019-05-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-05-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-05-10 10:00 - 14:00 | VOCAL – Voices of Change Animal League, Ocala, 2532 SE 17th ST, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
We will be hosting cat adoption events at our new “east office” location. Our office features an open air cat room and is located at 2532 SE 17th Street. Every Wednesday from 10 am – 2 pm & 6 pm – 8 pm, Friday from 10 am – 2 pm as well as every other Saturday from 10 am – 2 pm. Stop by and meet your new kitty companion. Our open air cat room has cats of all ages and breeds. They are all well socialized, friendly and can’t wait to see you. All adoption fees are $50 which includes the cat’s spay/neuter, microchip and up to date vaccinations.

Friday Happy Hour- The Lodge
2019-05-03 15:00 - 19:00 | The Lodge, 36 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, 34471, United States
EVERY FRIDAY 3-7PM @ THE LODGE!
Downtown Ocala Biggest Happy Hour!
– ALL (25) DRAFTS: 2-4-1’s
– HOUSE WINE & LIQUOR DRINKS: 2-4-1’s
– 25% OFF ALL APPS
Live music stating at 8pm.
Don’t forget to try one of our amazing tavern fare menu items!
The Lodge (Downtown Ocala on The Square)
36 S Magnolia Ave

Ocala Art Group Exhibit- Artists Reception
2019-05-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Marion Cultural Alliance, 23 SW Broadway St,, ocala, FL, 34471, United States
Join us for our May Exhibit at The Brick featuring artist members from the Ocala Art Group. This a judged exhibit organized by OAG. Featured artists will be announced soon.
The Ocala Art Group was established in Ocala in 1950. The quality of the work and the enthusiasm of its members insure that the arts remain alive and healthy. OAG provides programs, demonstrations and workshops that appeal to every art enthusiast, and sponsor up to four art shows a year with all member participation. Visit www.ocalaartgroup.org for more.
That’s Life! by The Ocala Art Group will be on view at the Brick for the month of May. Opening reception will be held on Friday, May 3 from 5-6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served in the gallery until 6pm. Free admission. Exhibit will be on view through Saturday, June 1st. Don’t miss it!

PACE Derby Day 5k -10k and 1-mile
2019-05-04 06:30 - 22:30 | Florida Horse Park, 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, 34480, United States
The PACE Derby Day event is a unique trail run through the Florida Horse Park. 5k runners can take in the beauty of the park, and 10k runners get the added benefit of running through the Cross Florida Greenway trail.
PACE Derby Day is race #10 in the Big Hammock Race Series. The Big Hammock Race Series is a 10 race series throughout North and Central Florida that allows runners/walkers of all levels to achieve prizes and perks as they move through the fitness challenge This year long series gives participants that ability to challenge themselves by acquiring points based on their race finish time and/or simply completing each race at their own pace to earn series medals.
Event shirts will be modeled after the jockey silk of the 2018 Derby winner JUSTIFY. Medals will be given for all 5k and 10k finishers and in the tradition of horse events, winners will be awarded ribbons. Shirts are not included in the 1-mile, and it is not a timed event.
5K Entry Fees: $25 until midnight Nov 30, 2018. $30 until May 3, 2019 at 9am. $35 race day
10K Entry Fees: $35 until midnight Nov 30, 2018. $45 until May 3, 2019 at 9am. $50 race day
One Mile: $15 at all times
Race day Schedule: Packet Pick Up begins at 6:30am. 10K 7:30 5K 7:45 One Mile 8:00 8:30 5K Awards 9:30 10K Awards One Mile is NOT a timed event
Awards: In the tradition of horse events, ribbons will be awarded to the following:
5K 1st Overall M/F, 1ST Masters M/F, Top 3 M/F in 5 year age groups 8 and under to 75 Plus
10K 1st Overall M/F, 1st Masters M/F, Top 3 M/F in 5 year age groups 8 and under to 75 plus

Parade of Homes Open Houses
2019-05-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2019-05-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Showcase Properties of Central Florida, 5780 SW 20th St, Ocala, Florida, 34474, United States
Planning on being out and about during the Ocala Parade of Homes? Come visit these two homes located in the neighborhoods of Evergreen Estates and St. James, just minutes away from downtown Ocala, and discover all they have to offer!
Evergreen Estate:
4 Bedroom / 3 Bath
595 NW 45th Lane, Ocala FL 34475
http://bit.ly/2IBJh4P
St. James Place:
4 Bedroom / 2 Bath
11 NW 42nd Place, Ocala FL 34475
http://bit.ly/2DuDrye
For more information on either of these lovely properties, you can contact Valerie Dailey at 352.816.1080, or Clayton Wagner Realtor, at 352.438.7656. Agents will be on-hand throughout the event to answer any questions!
For a look at all of the Parade of Homes properties that are available to visit, take a look at Homes & Land of Ocala Marion County’s guide here: bit.ly/Parade-Of-Homes-2019

Rolling Greens Spring Festival
2019-05-04 10:00 - 15:00 | FL
See the Flying Wallendas while enjoying great food, fun and vendors.

FSU Baseball- FSU vs Pitt
2019-05-04 13:00 - 17:00 | Dick Howser Stadium, 403 Stadium Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32304, United States

Ocala Derby Party
2019-05-04 15:00 - 20:00 | FL
Come feel like you’re a part of the action at The Ocala Derby Party, presented by the Cornerstone School! If you love horse racing, parties and the energy surrounding the running of the Kentucky Derby, then this is where you need to be. Join us at the Hilton Saturday, May 4th where there will be live music, signature cocktails, hand-crafted hors d’oeuvres, live & silent auctions, a VIP Lounge, Best Hat competition, and Derby Day Games with prizes. Come be a part of the festivities as ‘The Horse Capital of the World’ joins together to celebrate The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports!
The Ocala Derby Party, presented by the Cornerstone School – Saturday, May 4th from 3-8pm at the Hilton of Ocala. For more information and to purchase tickets or VIP packages, visit www.Rebrand.ly/OcalaDerbyParty
General Admission Tickets $50 (includes $25 Derby Dollars)
Business Sponsorship $500
4 admission tickets • 4 drink tickets • 100 Derby Dollars • Logo on entrance banner • Access to private lounge • Access to private bar • VIP parking

Kentucky Derby Party to benefit PACE center for girls.
2019-05-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Mojos Grill and Catering Co 40 East, 4620 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, 34470, United States
A Kentucky Derby Party complete with Best Hat and Best Bow Tie trophies, amazing silent auction items, 50/50 guess the winner and Mojo’s amazing hors doerves and mint juleps.

STRIDE 2019 Schooling show #3
2019-05-05 | Florida Horse Park, 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, 34480, United States
Show #3 of the 2019 season!
STRIDE is an active riding and driving Dressage Club located in the Ocala, Florida area. In addition to hosting five schooling shows a year, STRIDE sponsors many clinics, workshops and activities geared for ALL dressage enthusiasts, from beginner to advanced, in Traditional Dressage, Driven Dressage, or Western Dressage

Ride for the Arts Gran Fondo
2019-05-05 08:00 - 14:00 | Marion Cultural Alliance, 23 SW Broadway St,, ocala, FL, 34471, United States
Ride for the Arts Gran Fondo | 05 May 2019 | Ocala, FL
A CAAM Tour Series Event
http://caamtourseries.com/
Details and Registration
✅ www.RegisterRideForTheArts.com
Route Options
✅ 70 miles – Gran Fondo
✅ 40 miles – Medio Fondo
✅ 15 miles – Piccolo Fondo
Registration Fees
Gran Fondo – Competitive (timed)
💲 $75 – thru 10 Feb 2019
💲 $85 – thru 21 Apr 2019
💲 $100 – thru 04 May 2019
💲 $105 – 05 May 2019 | Event Day
Gran Fondo – Non-Competitive (NOT timed)
💲 $60 – thru 10 Feb 2019
💲 $65 – thru 21 Apr 2019
💲 $60 – thru 04 May 2019
💲 $75 – 05 May 2019 | Event Day
Medio Fondo
💲 $55 – thru 10 Feb 2019
💲 $60 – thru 21 Apr 2019
💲 $65 – thru 04 May 2019
💲 $70 – 05 May 2019 | Event Day
Piccolo Fondo
💲 $30 – thru 04 May 2019
💲 $35 – 05 May 2019 | Event Day
NO registration processing fees on CAAM Tour Series events!
✅ Event Description:
THE RIDE FOR THE ARTS GRAN FONDO OFFERS 3 ROUTES
THE GRAN FONDO, THE MEDIO AND THE PICCOLO
Now in its fifth year, 2019 Ride for the Arts Gran Fondo offers a ride for all levels.
The 71 mile Gran Fondo, the 43 mile Medio, and the 11 mile Piccolo, an escorted ride for kids, families, and beginners.
The Gran Fondo and Medio routes have timed segments and cover beautiful and challenging rolling hills dotted with giant live oak trees draped with Spanish moss.
Cyclists will ride through Horse Capital of the World passing majestic horse farms with paddocks full of mommas and their spring babies.
Hundreds of cyclists, will leave from Brick City Center for the Arts, Marion Cultural Alliance’s home in downtown Historic Ocala.
The City of Ocala is the Presenting sponsor.
✅ Become a Perks Package Member!
Save 10% on your registration fees for this event and all the events in the CAAM Tour Series!
http://www.CAAMPerksPackage.com/

Recovery Sundays Brunch-The Lodge
2019-05-05 10:00 - 15:00 | The Lodge, 36 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
RECOVERY SUNDAYS @ 10AM
– BRUNCH + LUNCH + 50 CENT WINGS
– BLOODY MARY BAR ($5 ea)
– $10 ENDLESS MIMOSAS (10AM-3PM)
THE LODGE – 36 S MAGNOLIA AVE
(DOWNTOWN OCALA ON THE SQUARE)
OPEN AT 10AM / FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT

Cinco Under The Sayulita Sun! Live music by Propaganjah!
2019-05-05 11:00 - 21:00 | Sayulita Taqueria, 10 NE 1st St, Ocala, FL, 34470, United States
It wouldn’t be a Cinco De Mayo party if it wasn’t at #SayTaco! Trust us when we say – you do NOT want to miss this event. 🤩
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Kick off the Cinco De Mayo weekend with our WEEKEND LONG $1 Frozen Margarita special – Friday, Saturday, & Sunday ALL DAY LONG!
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CINCO DE MAYO 🌮☀️🍻
– We’ll have the one and only Propaganjah LIVE on the Sayulita stage jammin’ out from 4pm – 8pm bringing good vibes for four hours straight. 🎶
– Giveaways EVERY half hour from 4pm – 9pm!
– FREE TEQUILA? 🙊 Yep, we said it. Complimentary shot of well tequila for every Facebook & Instagram post, share, and check-in when you tag @SayTacoFL and use the hashtag #SayTaco on Cinco De Mayo!
Tell one tell all, Sayulita Taqueria is the place to be for Cinco festivities. 🎉

FSU Baseball-FSU vs Pitt
2019-05-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Dick Howser Stadium, 403 Stadium Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32304, United States

UF Baseball-UF vs USF
2019-05-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Alfred A. McKethan Stadium, 2190 Stadium RD, Gainesville, FL, 32611, United States
Listen on 98.1 FM/ 850 AM (Gainesville)

FSU Baseball- FSU vs Jacksonville
2019-05-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Dick Howser Stadium, 403 Stadium Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32304, United States
FSU vs Jacksonville

Moms on the Porch
2019-05-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Angie Lewis State Farm, 416 E Fort King ST, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
It’s that time again! Mimosas and moms and more! Come out and joins us for a morning of laughs and love! We will also be doing our drive by quote tent ALL day! Please share this with your friends and family! Hope to see you here! #alsf #yourdowntownneighbor #mothersday

Container Gardening
2019-05-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Master the Possibilities Education Center, 8415 SW 80th St Ocala, Florida, Ocala, FL, 34481, United States
How can you grow vegetables and flowers on your balcony, small courtyard, windowsills and anywhere else you can set a pot.

Get Back in The Game- Golfers Shoulder
2019-05-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Senior Wellness Community Center, 9850 SW 84th CT Suite 500, Ocala, 34481, United States
Have you experienced shoulder pain or clicking that have diminished your enjoyment of a day on the links? Dr. Havalee Henry, Orthopedic Surgeon and Fellowship trained Shoulder Specialist presents options to get you back in the game. Learn about the latest options for Arthroplasty and Shoulder Replacement surgery and if you might be a candidate. RSVP by calling 800-530-1188 or visiting ocalahealthsystem.com.

Friday Happy Hour-The Lodge
2019-05-10 15:00 - 19:00 | The Lodge, 36 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States

FSU Baseball- FSU vs Richmond
2019-05-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Dick Howser Stadium, 403 Stadium Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32304, United States
FSU vs Richmond

UF Baseball-UF vs Tennessee
2019-05-10 18:30 - 22:30 | Alfred A.McKethan Stadium, 2190 Stadium RD, Gainesville, FL, 32611, United States
Listen on 98.1 FM/ 850 AM (Gainesville)
930 AM (Jacksonville)

Basquiat: After Dark in the Park Movie Series
2019-05-10 20:30 - 22:30 | Tuscawilla Park, 825 NE Watula Ave., Ocala, FL, 34470, United States
Looking for a fun way to spend your Friday night? Join us on May 10th at the Tuscawilla Art Park for a showing of the movie “Basquiat”. *ages 18+ only please
This movie chronicles the troubled, brief life of Jean-Michel Basquiat, a world renowned N.Y. graffiti turned gallery artist struggling with drug addiction and his own identity. This movie is rated R for drug use and strong language, attendee discretion is advised. The movie will begin at 8:30. p.m.
Wear your comfiest clothes and bring your favorite chair or blanket because this is going to be a great Friday night! Popcorn, hot dogs, soda, and water will be for sale!

FREE DENTAL, FREE VISION, and FREE MEDICAL by FreeDOM Clinic USA!
2019-05-11 08:00 - 17:00 | FL
FreeD.O.M. Clinic USA is a mobile clinic that provides free dental care, optical care, and medical care for Marion County residents.
Counseling for individuals, couples, families, and groups​, Therapeutic case-management
Outreach to the homeless, Referrals for inpatient services for serious mental illness, substance abuse, and/or other needs such as domestic violence or veteran’s issues, Prescriptions and medication management
Health education and other life-enhancing classes, Volunteering opportunities for clients to more fully integrate​ into the community and more.
