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THIS WEEKEND<\/h2>\n\n‘Into the Woods’<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nThis musical is live onstage through Sept. 28, kicking off the Ocala Civic Theatre\u2019s 75th anniversary season. More at ocalacivictheatre.com<\/a><\/p>\nBlues in the Box: Matt Schofield<\/h2>\n
This live performance from the British blues guitar artist begins at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19 in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets: $30. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\nWill McLean Foundation\u2019s Sunday Sampler Concert Series: The Lilly Jane Band<\/h2>\n
This show will begin at 2 p.m. Sept. 21 at the historic Dunnellon Depot, 12061 S. Williams St., Dunnellon. Organizers describe the band as “a front-porch jam come to life!” Donation is $15 (cash) at the door. More at https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=61577696114027<\/a><\/p>\nCOMING SOON<\/h2>\nCF Stearns Speaker Series: \u2018Weird Florida\u2019 author Eliot Kleinberg<\/h2>\n
The author “will share a Florida-centric look back at World War II” during his speech, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at the College of Central Florida’s Stearns Learning Resources Center on the Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Road. The community is invited to this free event.<\/p>\n\nZachary Bartholomew: Tribute to Chick Corea<\/h2>\n
This tribute to the jazz legend takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26 in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets: $46. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n\nHispanic Heritage Festival<\/h2>\n
The College of Central Florida will host this festival 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Ewers Century Center on the CF Ocala campus, 3001 SW College Road. Music, food trucks, vendors, college application assistance. More at CF.edu\/HHF<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\nWindFM Rocks the Reilly: Absolute Queen<\/h2>\n
This Queen tribute show takes the AdventHealth Mainstage at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets from $25. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n‘Amazzing’ Steel Drum Ensemble<\/h2>\n
This performance will begin at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at JOY Lutheran Church, 7045 SW 83rd Place, Ocala.<\/p>\n
Ocala Symphony Orchestra \u2014 ‘Threads of Light: A New Requiem’<\/h2>\n
This performance will begin at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets from $10. This is the premiere of this work from local composer Joshua L. Mazur. It was created for the symphony\u2019s golden anniversary. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n\nAll-breed Horse Capital of the World Parade<\/h2>\n
This parade will be at 10 a.m. Oct. 4 on the downtown square in Ocala. “This parade will showcase horses of all breeds and disciplines, highlighting the heart of our community and its world-renowned equine industry,” organizers say. The public is invited to this free event.<\/p>\n
Kingdom of the Sun Ceremonial Band<\/h2>\n
\u201cA Walk Down Memory Lane\u201d will be presented at Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, at 3 p.m. Oct. 12. The band will play tunes of Stevie Wonder, a Dick Clark tribute, military marches and more. Free concert with love offering taken. More at 352-237-4633.<\/p>\n
ONGOING<\/h2>\nNew traveling exhibit at the Discovery Center: ‘Alma’s Way’<\/h2>\n
“Alma\u2019s Way: Welcome to My Neighborhood!” is up at the Discovery Center Sept. through Jan. 3. “Based on the hit PBS KIDS animated series ‘Alma\u2019s Way,’ the immersive exhibit brings the life of six-year-old Alma Rivera to Ocala. Guests can step into Alma\u2019s world by exploring her family duplex, shopping at a neighborhood bodega, visiting a pet clinic, and even taking a subway ride on the iconic six train,” organizers say.<\/p>\n\nThe center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. More at 352-401-3900 or www.mydiscoverycenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n‘Where We Gather’<\/h2>\n
This art exhibit is up through Sept. 27 at The Brick, 23 SW Broadway St., Ocala. Organizers describe the exhibit as “a community-centered art exhibit that invites local artists to reflect on the spaces \u2014 both ordinary and sacred \u2014 where connection happens in Ocala and across the world. This theme is about more than physical structures; it\u2019s about the rituals, relationships, and rhythms that turn spaces into places of belonging.” The Brick is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. More at www.mcaocala.org<\/a><\/p>\n‘Harvest of Color’<\/h2>\n
This exhibition is now up at the Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. The show features “57 vibrant and unique works by 31 talented local artists,” according to organizers. “Harvest of Color” can be viewed noon-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday through November.<\/p>\n
‘The Gap Between Art and Life’<\/h2>\n
The College of Central Florida Webber Gallery presents this exhibit Sept. 1-Oct. 16. “After reviewing 97 entries from artists across the southeastern United States, the jury panel selected eight standout artworks by seven artists. These pieces each offer something truly unexpected, breaking from tradition and challenging the typical gallery experience,” organizers say.<\/p>\n
The Webber Gallery, 3001 SW College road, is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Admission is free. More at CF.edu\/Webber<\/a> or 352-854-2322, ext. 1664.<\/p>\n\n‘Deconstructing Self: Work by Seth P. Benzel’<\/h2>\n
This exhibition will be up at the Appleton Museum of Art through Jan. 4. on the second-floor Preview Gallery. These are “two- and three-dimensional paintings” described by organizers as “a compelling exploration of transformation and identity through the lens of abstract painting.”<\/p>\n\nThe Appleton is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. More at 352-291-4455 or AppletonMuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n\u2018The Human Pulse\u2019<\/h2>\n
This photographic series by John Elliott is up at the Appleton Museum of Art’s Balcony Gallery for Florida Artists June 21-Jan. 18. It features 42 black-and-white prints from the Ocala-based photographer\u2019s ongoing \u201cThe Human Pulse\u201d series.<\/p>\n
‘Into the Woods’<\/h2>\n
This musical is live onstage through Sept. 28, kicking off the Ocala Civic Theatre\u2019s 75th anniversary season. More at ocalacivictheatre.com<\/a><\/p>\n This live performance from the British blues guitar artist begins at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19 in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets: $30. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n This show will begin at 2 p.m. Sept. 21 at the historic Dunnellon Depot, 12061 S. Williams St., Dunnellon. Organizers describe the band as “a front-porch jam come to life!” Donation is $15 (cash) at the door. More at https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=61577696114027<\/a><\/p>\n The author “will share a Florida-centric look back at World War II” during his speech, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at the College of Central Florida’s Stearns Learning Resources Center on the Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Road. The community is invited to this free event.<\/p>\n This tribute to the jazz legend takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26 in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets: $46. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n The College of Central Florida will host this festival 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Ewers Century Center on the CF Ocala campus, 3001 SW College Road. Music, food trucks, vendors, college application assistance. More at CF.edu\/HHF<\/a><\/p>\n This Queen tribute show takes the AdventHealth Mainstage at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets from $25. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n This performance will begin at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at JOY Lutheran Church, 7045 SW 83rd Place, Ocala.<\/p>\n This performance will begin at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE Ninth St., Ocala. Tickets from $10. This is the premiere of this work from local composer Joshua L. Mazur. It was created for the symphony\u2019s golden anniversary. More at reillyartscenter.com<\/a><\/p>\n This parade will be at 10 a.m. Oct. 4 on the downtown square in Ocala. “This parade will showcase horses of all breeds and disciplines, highlighting the heart of our community and its world-renowned equine industry,” organizers say. The public is invited to this free event.<\/p>\n \u201cA Walk Down Memory Lane\u201d will be presented at Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, at 3 p.m. Oct. 12. The band will play tunes of Stevie Wonder, a Dick Clark tribute, military marches and more. Free concert with love offering taken. More at 352-237-4633.<\/p>\n “Alma\u2019s Way: Welcome to My Neighborhood!” is up at the Discovery Center Sept. through Jan. 3. “Based on the hit PBS KIDS animated series ‘Alma\u2019s Way,’ the immersive exhibit brings the life of six-year-old Alma Rivera to Ocala. Guests can step into Alma\u2019s world by exploring her family duplex, shopping at a neighborhood bodega, visiting a pet clinic, and even taking a subway ride on the iconic six train,” organizers say.<\/p>\n The center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. More at 352-401-3900 or www.mydiscoverycenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n This art exhibit is up through Sept. 27 at The Brick, 23 SW Broadway St., Ocala. Organizers describe the exhibit as “a community-centered art exhibit that invites local artists to reflect on the spaces \u2014 both ordinary and sacred \u2014 where connection happens in Ocala and across the world. This theme is about more than physical structures; it\u2019s about the rituals, relationships, and rhythms that turn spaces into places of belonging.” The Brick is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. More at www.mcaocala.org<\/a><\/p>\n This exhibition is now up at the Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. The show features “57 vibrant and unique works by 31 talented local artists,” according to organizers. “Harvest of Color” can be viewed noon-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday through November.<\/p>\n The College of Central Florida Webber Gallery presents this exhibit Sept. 1-Oct. 16. “After reviewing 97 entries from artists across the southeastern United States, the jury panel selected eight standout artworks by seven artists. These pieces each offer something truly unexpected, breaking from tradition and challenging the typical gallery experience,” organizers say.<\/p>\n The Webber Gallery, 3001 SW College road, is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Admission is free. More at CF.edu\/Webber<\/a> or 352-854-2322, ext. 1664.<\/p>\n This exhibition will be up at the Appleton Museum of Art through Jan. 4. on the second-floor Preview Gallery. These are “two- and three-dimensional paintings” described by organizers as “a compelling exploration of transformation and identity through the lens of abstract painting.”<\/p>\n The Appleton is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. More at 352-291-4455 or AppletonMuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n This photographic series by John Elliott is up at the Appleton Museum of Art’s Balcony Gallery for Florida Artists June 21-Jan. 18. It features 42 black-and-white prints from the Ocala-based photographer\u2019s ongoing \u201cThe Human Pulse\u201d series.<\/p>\nBlues in the Box: Matt Schofield<\/h2>\n
Will McLean Foundation\u2019s Sunday Sampler Concert Series: The Lilly Jane Band<\/h2>\n
COMING SOON<\/h2>\n
CF Stearns Speaker Series: \u2018Weird Florida\u2019 author Eliot Kleinberg<\/h2>\n
Zachary Bartholomew: Tribute to Chick Corea<\/h2>\n
Hispanic Heritage Festival<\/h2>\n
WindFM Rocks the Reilly: Absolute Queen<\/h2>\n
‘Amazzing’ Steel Drum Ensemble<\/h2>\n
Ocala Symphony Orchestra \u2014 ‘Threads of Light: A New Requiem’<\/h2>\n
All-breed Horse Capital of the World Parade<\/h2>\n
Kingdom of the Sun Ceremonial Band<\/h2>\n
ONGOING<\/h2>\n
New traveling exhibit at the Discovery Center: ‘Alma’s Way’<\/h2>\n
‘Where We Gather’<\/h2>\n
‘Harvest of Color’<\/h2>\n
‘The Gap Between Art and Life’<\/h2>\n
‘Deconstructing Self: Work by Seth P. Benzel’<\/h2>\n
\u2018The Human Pulse\u2019<\/h2>\n