EVENTS
Cade Museum’s Birthday Celebration: 1-2 p.m. today, 811 S. Main St. Birthday cake will be served from 1 – 2 p.m. while supplies last. (info@cademuseum.org)
Journey to Juneteenth!: Now - June 19, a month-long celebration started on Florida Emancipation Day, May 20, and Juneteenth Celebration of June 19. There will be art exhibits, historical lectures, scavenger hunts, movies and musical performances. Details in the city of Gainesville events calendar. The city of Gainesville Office of Equity and Inclusion in partnership with the community.
Kanapaha Botanical Garden: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. today, 4700 SW 58 Drive. Admission, $10 adults, $5 children ages 5-13, free for children under 5 years old accompanied by parent. (kanapaha.org) Dogs on a leash and up to date on vaccines with no history of aggression are allowed in the park.
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Kulaqua River Ranch Water Ranch:
Mother’s Day: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. today, River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212th Ave., High Springs. Free admission for Mother’s Day, : $14 ages 4 and older, free ages 3 and younger. (bit.ly/kulaqua21) In an effort to support the community, Camp Kulaqua opens the River Ranch during specific Sundays during the summer at a discounted rate with no reservations required. The venue requests that modest swimsuits be worn. Food and coolers allowed, but no glass containers or alcoholic beverages.
Mother’s Day: Kanapaha Botanical Garden: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. today, 4700 SW 58 Drive. Free admission for mothers.(bit.ly/3ejLKiT)