What's Happening: Dr. Gary Mormino, Six Gun Territory Wild West Weekend, Chomp the Block
NOV. 5
GARY MORMINO: Eminent Florida historian Dr. Gary Mormino illuminates early 21st century Florida and its connections to some of the most significant events in contemporary American history in his newest book, “Dreams in the New Century: Instant Cities, Shattered Hopes, and Florida’s Turning Point.” He will speak about his book at 2 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Matheson History Museum, 513 E. University Ave. Admission is free, but registration is required. For the safety of staff and attendees, capacity will be limited to 100 people and masks are required. As Mormino shows, Florida is a place of deep conflicts — north and south, liberal and conservative, newcomer and local, growth and conservation — with histories that can be traced back centuries. In 2000-10, Mormino argues, these tensions collided to produce a “Big Bang” that will continue to resonate in years to come. Mormino takes stock of this crucible of change and explains the social, cultural and political intricacies of a state the world struggles to understand. Mormino is the Frank E. Duckwall Professor of History Emeritus at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg. He is the winner of the Florida Humanities 2015 Florida Lifetime Achievement Award for Writing and serves as Florida Humanities scholar in residence. His many books include “Land of Sunshine, State of Dreams: A Social History of Modern Florida.” To register for the event, or to watch via Zoom, visit bit.ly/3za17oj and bit.ly/3Fg9Zww.
NOV. 5 AND NOV. 6
GO WILD: Kirby Family Farm's Six Gun Territory Wild West Weekend, which runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5-6, is held in the memory of the Original Six Gun Territory attraction and the days of the Wild West. This family friendly event features rides on a restored locomotive, live music and shows. Actors will portray horseback-riding train robbers, CanCan dancers and gunfighters. Take a wagon ride into the woods to see outlaws and lawdogs, and see recreations of Native American camps. Carousel rides, food and vendors also will be on site. The fun will be held at Kirby Family Farm, located at 19630 NE 30th St. in Williston. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children. For more information, visit kirbyfarm.com.
NOV. 5 AND NOV. 6
INTERNATIONAL FOOD TRUCK RALLY: Expand your palate during the International Food Truck Rally on from 2 to 10 p.m. Nov. 5-6 at First Magnitude Brewing Company, 1220 SE Veitch St. Attendees can delight themselves with tasty and exquisite food from around the world and sip on a variety of liquor, beer and daiquiris. For more information, visit bit.ly/3gMBvHR.
NOV. 6
MUSIC AT HOLY TRINITY SERIES: The Music at Holy Trinity series continues with the annual All Saints' Concert at 4 p.m. Nov. 6 at the church, 100 NE First St. To celebrate the series’ 15th anniversary season, music will be presented by the Holy Trinity choir, Dance Alive National Ballet, chamber orchestra and conductor John T. Lowe Jr. The concert will be presented free of charge with donations being accepted to the Holy Trinity Music Fund. Live streaming will begin five minutes prior to the service and can be seen the day of the concert, as well as after, via Holy Trinity's Facebook Page or YouTube Channel — found by going to holytrinitygnv.org.
NOV. 11
CHOMP THE BLOCK: It’s your last chance to celebrate the Gators during Celebration Pointe’s Chomp the Block! The official block party of the Florida Gators is held every Friday before home football games. The events feature food and drinks from onsite restaurants and food trucks, live music, giveaways and games along with special appearances by the Gators’ Spirit Team. Celebration Pointe is located just off of Interstate 75 and Archer Road. A Chomp the Block party is held each home-game Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. with a kids’ zone with child-friendly games such as a bounce house, face painting and balloon animals. This year’s Chomp the Block schedule concludes with a live performance by the Gainesville Retro Society on Nov. 11. The exclusive block parties are part of a comprehensive, ongoing partnership program with the Florida Gators. For more information, visit celebrationpointe.com.
This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: What's Happening: Music at Holy Trinity, International FoodTruck Rally
