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Gainesville celebrates reopening of Tom Petty Park

Published on June 09, 2026

Tom Petty Park officially reopened June 6 to the delight of Gainesville residents and visitors who welcomed the renovations and new amenities. Improvements include new pickleball courts, seating, shade canopies, a multiuse trail, a concessions and storage building with public restrooms. The reopening followed several years of planning, design and public engagement, as well as one year of construct

Public Works Department earns perfect-score reaccreditation

Published on June 04, 2026

The City of Gainesville Public Works Department has earned full reaccreditation from the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the fifth time, achieving a 100% compliance rating during its 2026 review and reaffirming the department's commitment to nationally recognized standards of excellence in public service.

City of Gainesville honors local historic preservation champions

Published on June 03, 2026

Restoration projects on two of Gainesville’s oldest homes, built in the 1850s, were recognized during the recent City of Gainesville Historic Preservation Awards ceremony, which also honored efforts to preserve land of historical significance and protect cultural heritage.

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Homeless Support Services

Here in Gainesville, we believe in a compassionate and dignified approach to helping our houseless neighbors – an approach that starts with active listening.

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

In September 2023, the City of Gainesville and the Gainesville Housing Authority (GHA) were awarded a $500,000 Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant will be used to create a plan to redevelop and revitalize neighborhoods in east Gainesville.

Events

Open Mic Poetry Nights

June 10, 2026

Open mic poetry nights Wednesdays in June, 7-9 p.m. as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month.
Together, we can make a difference! Join us in taking a stand against gun violence and building a safer future.

Read with a Ranger Story Time

June 11, 2026

Join a ranger for nature-themed story time! Each reading will be followed by a kid-friendly nature walk or crafts. Designed to introduce toddlers and preschoolers to the wonderful world all around us. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Food Trucks at Cornerstone

June 11, 2026

Every Thursday from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., the GCRA is hosting food trucks at GTEC (2153 SE Hawthorne Rd.)! Each week, a variety of food trucks will be at GTEC for the lunch hour and beyond!

Free Fridays Concert Series

June 12, 2026

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. Our concerts under the stars showcase diverse musical acts sure to delight music lovers with classic rock, reggae, R&B, soul, ska, funk, blues and more.

Perspectives in the Parks

June 14, 2026

A monthly program features new speakers each month on topics including science, nature, history and art.

Storytime at Depot Park

June 18, 2026

Children and caregivers can read, laugh and sing at an outdoor story time led by library staff at Depot Park

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Gainesville celebrates reopening of Tom Petty Park

Public Works Department earns perfect-score reaccreditation

City of Gainesville honors local historic preservation champions

Community Focus

Homeless Support Services

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

Open Mic Poetry Nights

Read with a Ranger Story Time

Food Trucks at Cornerstone

Free Fridays Concert Series

Perspectives in the Parks

Storytime at Depot Park

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

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