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FloridaWorks Seeks Bids for Videographers

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Last Updated on Thursday, 16 February 2012 16:32

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FloridaWorks is seeking bids for short 1-2 minute customer testimonial videos for jobseekers and employers for YouTube Channel. Price is requested on a per video basis. It is expected that somewhere between 10 and 50 videos will be created. Acceptance is solely the option of the staff supervising the project and no obligation is made to any vendor to accept his/her video in advance of viewing. Payment will be made within 30 days to vendor, upon written acceptance of the submitted videos and receipt of written invoice. Videographers will receive a 1099 for their work, if the total paid is above $600.

Please submit responses and/or questions by contacting Shareen Baptiste at 352.334.7105, ext. 302/ This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Lindsey Hicks at 352.244.5174 / This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more information, click here.

Childcare Information Session

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:24

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 The Library Partnership - 1130 NW 16 Ave Gainesville, FL - is offering a seminar on childcare information. The seminar will be held on February 14, from 10:00am-11:00am and will cover many important topics. 

For more information, call 352-334-0160

Free Dental Services

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Last Updated on Thursday, 16 February 2012 10:01

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Millhopper Family Dentistry - 3510 NW 43 St Gainesville, FL - will be offering free dental services to those who cannot afford it on Saturday, February 18th beginning at 8:00am.

The first 100 people who arrive at Millhopper Family Dentistry will receive services.  Dental services being offered for free are extractions, fillings, and cleanings. 

For more information, call 352-377-1705

A Night at the Museum

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:07

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Passport to Discovery: A Night at the Museum is a gala fundraiser being held by the University of Florida Foundation, at the Natural History Museum on February 24 from 7:00-11:00pm. This year's Night at the Museum is being called a "miracle of animation" that will whisk attendees into another world as they see the Natural History Museum come alive under the Klieg Lights. 

A Night at the Museum costs $100 per attendee and includes dinner and entertainment. For more information about the event, click here.

Rugged Maniac

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:04

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Rugged Maniac is a 5K race through obstacles and rugged terrain. The race and festival are being held at Waldo Motorsports - 16258 NE US Highway 301 Waldo, FL - on February 25 beginning at 8:45am. The race is structured in waves of 350 contestants beginning every 30 minutes. The first wave of contestants begin at 8:45am and the last wave begins at 4:00pm.

The race will include obstacles such as tunnels, mud pits, barricades, barbed wire and many more. After the race, contestants can enjoy the festival and spectators who don't want to race can purchase tickets to the festival only and enjoy live music, food, vendors, and games. The festival ends at 7:00pm.

For more information about Rugged Maniac and pricing, click here.

TechQuest III Scheduled for March

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 14 February 2012 11:20

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The third TechQuest class will begin March 12th, and will last eight weeks. TechQuest is an entrepreneurship training program for youth. The students receive tablets in order to facilitate learning and teach them about the importance of technology’s role in business. The class features successful entrepreneurs as guest speakers, interactive projects, and classroom learning.

TechQuest III will give over 30 high school aged students insight into what it takes to start and own a business. Each student can apply these entrepreneurial skills to their life, work experience, and education.  Topics that will be covered are basic money management, the power of persistence, building a brand, recognizing opportunities, and more. Click here to see, Andrea Cunningham, 18, express what she learned from TechQuest II.

Free Self Defense Class

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:10

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The Gainesville Dojo - 536 SW 2 Ave Gainesville, FL - is offering a free two day self defense class on February 18 and 19 from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Instructors will teach a variety of methods for basic self defense. 

Some things attendees will learn include basic strikes, body positioning and awareness, psychological knowledge, awareness of surroundings, what can be used as a weapon, how to escape from holds, and ground work. 

For more information, call 352-378-3070

Alachua Library Celebrates 30 Years

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:10

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The Alachua Library Celebrates it's 30th Anniversary on February 19, from 2:00-4:00pm.  The anniversary event will have punch, cake, and feature the moments that helped make the Alachua Library what it is today.

Share the 30 years of memories and mingle with fellow library goers at 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615. For more information about the event, call 352-462-2592.

Winter Fine Arts Fair

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:03

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The Gainesville Fine Arts Association is hosting the 5th annual Winter Fine Arts Fair at the Tioga Town Center in Newberry, FL.  The event will feature over 100 artists, vendors, and live music.

FIFI, B-29 Superfortress Tour Stop

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:01
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FIFI, the B-29 Superfortress and queen of the Commemorative Air Force's (CAF) fleet of vintage military aircraft, will begin its eight week Florida tour at the Gainesville Regional Airport - Off NE 39th Ave, near Waldo Road in Gainesville, FL - on February 27 and 28. The airplane will be accessible to the public Monday from 1:00pm-5:00pm and Tuesday from 9:00am-5:00pm. Take a tour of the plane or go for a ride on the only flying B-29 in the world.

For more information about the event and tickets to ride click here or call (432) 413-4100.

Stroll Down Lover's Lane

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:24

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This Valentine's Day, Haile Village Center will be transformed into a romantic stroll for lovers from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Along the walk, lovers can enjoy live music, dance performances, and carriage rides. Tickets to the event can be purchased before ($30 regular or $50 VIP) or at the door ($40 regular or $60 VIP) and give couples access to the Valentine's Ball, appetizers and desserts at Sister's Restaurant, a bouquet, and more! 

For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, click here.

Five Points of Life Race

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:09

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The Five Points of Life Race Weekend begins February 18 with a 5K race, Kids Marathon, and Fitness Expo and ends on February 19 with a full Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay.

Five Points of Life is a foundation of LifeSouth Community Centers to raise awareness of the need for donations of blood, apheresis, marrow, cord blood, organ, and tissue.

For more information about Five Points of Life, click here.

For information about pricing, timing, and locations of each event, clickhere.

Free FCAT Skills Check

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:23

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Sylvan Learning Center - 4961 NW 8th Avenue, Suite A, Gainesville, FL - will be offering free FCAT skills check on February 20 at 10:00am. Students will take a practice exam to determine what skills they need to improve for the FCAT. This opportunity is open to any student taking the FCAT, by appointment only. 

For more information, call 352-371-6891 or click here.

Haile Village Center Mardi Gras

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:02

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Haile Village Center is transforming into New Orleans' French Quarter to celebrate Mardi Gras on February 25, from 5:00pm-11:00pm. Attendees will be able to enjoy live music, dancing, food of New Orleans, drinks and more!

This event is family friendly, free, and open to the public. for more information, click here.

Straightforward: Becoming an Effective Leader

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Last Updated on Monday, 13 February 2012 18:00

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Pam Iorio, former mayor of Tampa, will be at the Oak Hammock - 5100 SW 25 Blvd, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL - on February 29 at 3:00pm to speak about her public service and becoming an effective leader. In 2002 Iorio was honored with the Leadership Florida Distinguished Alumnus Award which recognizes statewide leadership in bettering the lives of Floridians.

This event is free and open to the public, for more information, click here.

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