Gator Love

07/14/2023

Gainesville, Florida is home to a thriving Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs department that offers a wide range of activities and services to the community. From youth sports leagues to senior programs, this department has something for everyone. The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs department in Gainesville offers numerous recreational activities including swimming, tennis, basketball, playgrounds, walking paths and fitness centers....

Gainesville, Florida is home to a thriving Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs department that offers a wide range of activities and services to the community. From youth sports leagues to senior programs, this department has something for everyone. The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs dep...

03/17/2023

On St. Patrick's Day, a Gator named Gertie was feeling lucky. She had been wanting to go on an adventure, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity. She decided to spend the day exploring her local swamp in search of all kinds of fun. First, she hopped across lily pads in search of leprechauns that were rumored to be living in the area....

On St. Patrick's Day, many people celebrate the life and legacy of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. But there is more to this holiday than just wearing green and drinking beer! The history of St. Patrick's Day goes back centuries to when it was first celebrated in Ireland on March 17th as...

02/14/2023

Valentine’s Day is a day for expressing affection, and for many Gators, that affection extends to those scaley, scaly reptiles that call the Sub-Tropics home. Gator Love is alive and well on Valentine’s Day, as students and parents alike flock to show their appreciation for the reptile!

02/09/2023

The Merits of Volunteering Volunteering is an important way to help improve one's community by providing support and service to those in need. It enables people to become active participants in making a positive, tangible difference in their neighborhoods. Additionally, volunteering provides a sense of accomplishment and pride, as well as a feeling of connectedness and belonging. Volunteering can be beneficial to both the volunteer and their local community....

This blog post discusses the joys of volunteering and advocating for environmental causes in your community. Learn how you can make a difference through initiatives like utility advisory boards, neighborhood cleanups, and renewable resource production. Get inspired to find ways to improve the qualit...

11/12/2022

Any good capsule wardrobe starts with a pair of classic blue jeans and a flattering, form-fitting basic tee. The women’s fitted t-shirt will fill that must-have shirt spot as it’s super soft, stretchy, and complements the feminine silhouette. From basic tee and slip skirt look to sophisticated oversized blazer and matching trousers fit—style this tee for any occasion! • 60% combed ring-spun cotton, 40% polyester…...

Any good capsule wardrobe starts with a pair of classic blue jeans and a flattering, form-fitting basic tee. The women’s fitted t-shirt will fill that must-have shirt spot as it’s super soft, stretchy, and complements the feminine silhouette. From basic tee and slip skirt look to sophisticated o...

10/15/2022

The bad boy alligator was riding around on his bicycle on gameday, having the time of his life. He was wearing a unique shirt and he looked totally badass. Everyone was staring at him as he rode by, and he loved it. He felt like the king of the world. He was having so much fun that he didn't even notice when he rode right past his home stadium....

The bad boy alligator was riding around on his bicycle on gameday, having the time of his life. He was wearing a unique shirt and he looked totally badass. Everyone was staring at him as he rode by, and he loved it. He felt like the king of the world. He was having so much […]

10/07/2022

Looking for the perfect high-quality hoodie? This unisex hoodie is a mix of comfort and function. Soft and cozy on the inside, sleek and stylish on the outside. • Unisex fit • 80% cotton, 20% polyester blend fleece • 100% cotton face • Fabric weight: 8.5 oz./yd² (280 g/m²) • Jersey-lined hood • Split stitch double-needle sewing on all seams • Twill neck tape • 1 × 1 ribbing for cuffs and waistband • Metal eyelets • Blank product sourced from Pakistan

Looking for the perfect high-quality hoodie? This unisex hoodie is a mix of comfort and function. Soft and cozy on the inside, sleek and stylish on the outside. • Unisex fit • 80% cotton, 20% polyester blend fleece • 100% cotton face • Fabric weight: 8.5 oz./yd² (280 g/m²) • Jersey-lined...

10/07/2022

The City of Gainesville, the Indigenous Peoples’ Task Force, and community partners are putting on some events to celebrate the Indigenous peoples who first inhabited this land. There will be a ceremony on Monday, and tours and activities at the Harn Museum on Tuesday. Then on Saturday, there will be a celebration with performances by dancers and drummers, and a living history of the Potano and Timucuan peoples....

The City of Gainesville, the Indigenous Peoples’ Task Force, and community partners are putting on some events to celebrate the Indigenous peoples who first inhabited this land.

09/15/2022

action shot

The painter is in the swamp, looking for inspiration to paint an action scene of a gator. He’s been fascinated by alligators for as long as he can remember, and he loves exploring their power…

09/15/2022

lyrical abstraction

Swampy, gator-infested waters run through the painter’s veins as he listens to swampy blues lyrics. The alligator is a powerful and feared creature that has long been a source of inspiration …

09/14/2022

bartenders

The bartender in a swamp is a gator comic who has all the wit of an alligator. He loves to tell jokes and make people laugh, but he’s also got a serious side, which he sometimes shows by talk…