Events
Feel the Love from Rex this Valentine’s Season! Sign your child up by February 8th to receive a special valentine in the mail from Rex himself!
*Postcards are limited to 500 cards total and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents must provide a valid recipient’s name and mailing address. The city is not responsible for lost or late mailers.
Live On the Square– Halfway Hippie
- Date:02/03/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location:Downtown Square
1 SE Broadway St.
Ocala, Florida 34471
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The Lee Boys: Sunset Songs Series
- Date:02/07/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location:Downtown Square
1 SE Broadway St.
Ocala, Florida 34471
Music lovers of all ages will enjoy the new Sunset Songs Series! This free concert series on the downtown square brings you the best local and regional artists performing funk, blues, reggae, and country originals as the sun goes down. Kick back and soak in the melodies with the perfect Wednesday night activity. If you love music and sunsets, the Sunset Songs Series is for you! End your day on a melodic high note at these not-to-be-missed community concerts.
- Monthly concerts January through May featuring top-notch musical talent
- All concerts are 100% free – just bring your lawn chair or blanket!
- Unwind and discover great new music in a gorgeous outdoor setting
- Grab a bite to eat at one of our many amazing local downtown restaurants
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Fort King National Historical Landmark
Public Archaeology Day
Saturday, Feb. 10
10 AM – 3 PM | All Ages | Free
Join Gulf Archaeology Institute archaeologist as they excavate Fort King looking for artifacts. You’ll be able to see how excavations are done, data is recorded and how the information is used to learn about the past.
Fort King National Historical Landmark
Pioneer Games Day
Saturday, Feb. 10 | 10 AM – 3 PM
All Ages | Free
It’s a Pioneer Game Day! A family friendly event that will teach all ages about games and toys from the 1800s. Games included: skillet toss contest, tomahawk throwing, potato sack races, and more!
Wednesdays | January – May | 6 – 8 PM | Downtown Square
Music lovers of all ages will enjoy the new Sunset Songs Series! This free concert series on the downtown square brings you the best local and regional artists performing funk, blues, reggae, and country originals as the sun goes down. Kick back and soak in the melodies with the perfect Wednesday night activity. If you love music and sunsets, the Sunset Songs Series is for you! End your day on a melodic high note at these not-to-be-missed community concerts.
Monthly concerts January through May featuring top-notch musical talent
All concerts are 100% free – just bring your lawn chair or blanket!
Unwind and discover great new music in a gorgeous outdoor setting
Grab a bite to eat at one of our many amazing local downtown restaurants
https://www.ocalafl.gov/government/city-departments-i-z/recreation-parks/special-events/sunset-songs-series
January 20 – May 11, 2024
Explore the world of turtles and tortoises and learn about their various habitats, migration patterns, and the threats they face. Play a giant board game that helps you navigate a turtle’s migration route safely, see how shell shapes suit different lifestyles and habitats and design a turtle-friendly housing development. You can even find out what a loggerhead sea turtle sees as it swims! *This exhibit was provided with support from Jane’s Trust and the Institute for Museum and Library Services.
Our first Family Engagement District Advisory Council gathered in a call-to-action for parents and caregivers to partner with schools and the community. These parents are the core qualities of involvement and inspiration. They joined the Family FOCUS team in our commitment to effective family engagement by taking a stance to support their children’s success.
We look forward to growing our Family Engagement District Advisory Council. Our next meeting is on January 31st at 5 PM.
Join the Family FOCUS team in making a difference. For more information, email
EngageMCPS@marion.k12.fl.us.
Sincerely,
Alecia Randolph
Hammett L. Bowen, Jr. Elementary School PTO President
Sunset Song Series– Downtown Band
- Date:01/10/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location:Downtown Square
1 SE Broadway St.
Ocala, Florida 34471
Dr. MLK Jr Wreath Ceremony
- Date:01/13/2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Location:Webb Field at Martin Luther King Recreation Complex
1510 NW Fourth St.
Ocala, Florida 34475
JAN 4
Storytime Station
Ride the reading train into Storytime Station. Storytime Station is best for children aged 3 to 5 years, but all ages are welcome with a caregiver. Afterwards join us for craft time. Featuring Every Child Ready to Read pre-literacy skills.
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JAN 4
Teen Art
Learn to paint, draw or just explore art. Middle and High School aged teens are welcome.
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JAN 4
Towards Permanent Weight Management
9-week program, taking place on January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. This program will provide a foundation for committing to change and choosing a healthier lifestyle.
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