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SUMMARY:meetGNV August Tour & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of Malachowsky Hall at UF\, then pop over to Cantina Anejo for a happy hour! \n\n\n\nCome join us for a fun and casual happy hour event this August! Meet and mingle with fellow members of the GNV community as we tour the Malachowsky Hall\, then we’ll move over to Cantina Anejo for a relaxed networking happy hour. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2023\, Malachowsky Hall is a $150 million\, 263\,000-square-foot innovation hub placing the University of Florida at the forefront of AI\, data science\, and high-performance computing. \n\n\n\nNamed for UF alumnus and NVIDIA co-founder Chris Malachowsky\, this state-of-the-art facility features advanced labs\, immersive visualization walls\, and collaborative workspaces designed to spark breakthroughs in medicine\, engineering\, agriculture\, and more. \n\n\n\nThe hall also houses UF IGNITE\, a student organization cultivating the next generation of innovators through leadership\, industry connections\, and hands-on projects. Some of the students will share details about the projects that they are working on. \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to unwind after a long day\, learn more about one our best community assets and make valuable connections in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss out on this chance to network and have a good time with like-minded individuals. See you there!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/meetgnv-august-tour-happy-hour/
LOCATION:malachowsky hall\, 1889 Museum Rd\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32606
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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SUMMARY:WTE September Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly meet up to connect with driven women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. We offer dues-free\, no-cost monthly networking opportunities – because financial barriers should never limit our opportunities for success and support. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\n\nWarm Welcome: Come as you are\, come when you can. There’s no such thing as late\, over dressed\, underdressed – whatever – at a WTE event. At our events you’ll meet a warm and welcoming community of supportive\, ambitious women who want to meet you! \n\n\n\nBetter Networking: We think differently at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship. We want to connect about ideas\, industry disruptions\, personal passions\, and big audacious dreams. We keep our events simple so we can focus our energy on authentic connections\, and the culture we’ve created leads to better connections and deeper relationships for our members. \n\n\n\nInteresting People at Every Stage of Their Journeys: Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey\, there’s someone here for you. We’re proud to be 3X more diverse than the tech sector as a whole and we’re all on unique journeys – which means we all offer out-of-the-box perspectives to help every member breakthrough and level up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue Spotlight: The How Bazar\n\n\n\nThis month\, our Gainesville Chapter is gathering at How Bazar\, a vibrant\, one-of-a-kind space that’s part retail shop\, part music venue\, and all about community. Known for its eclectic mix of art\, fashion\, and culture\, How Bazar offers a dynamic\, creative setting where bold ideas and meaningful connections come to life. With its immersive atmosphere\, local flair\, and focus on supporting independent makers and artists\, How Bazar is the perfect backdrop for Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship to come together\, share stories\, and spark new collaborations. \n\n\n\n✨ PS: To keep our membership and events FREE\, food and drinks at this event will be self-pay. Want to sponsor this event (and support the crew)? Reach out to us at sponsorships@wte.network!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/wte-september-meetup/
LOCATION:The How Bazar\, 60 SW 2nd Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T193000
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Bands - Benefitting Grace Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:The Battle of the Bands is an annual event by GRACE Marketplace in partnership with the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals. This event brings together local companies that for bands to showcase their musical talents- and battle it out to see which company can raise the biggest round to support GRACE’s mission to END homelessness in Alachua County. \n\n\n\nThe event will feature musical acts\, a silent auction and several guest speakers. 100% of the proceeds benefit GRACE Marketplace. \n\n\n\nThis event gathers 300+ members of the community and sells out every year. Be sure to grab your ticket!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/battle-of-the-bands-benefitting-grace-marketplace/
LOCATION:The Wooly\, 20 North Main Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T083000
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SUMMARY:Greater Gainesville Chamber Small Business Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This event is reserved for members of the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce.Small businesses often feel that they are “alone in the fight.” But in actuality\, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas\, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or two). We hope that you walk away from the group with a new support system and maybe even learn a few things that can help with your business development.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/small-business-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Greater Gainesville Chamber\, 300 E. University Ave\, Suite 100\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T173000
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SUMMARY:WTE August Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly meet up to connect with driven women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. We offer dues-free\, no-cost monthly networking opportunities – because financial barriers should never limit our opportunities for success and support.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/august-meet-up/
LOCATION:The Lynx Books\, 601 South Main Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:A History of Gainesville & Alachua County
DESCRIPTION:Join founding Matheson board president Dr. Mark V. Barrow for an enlightening presentation on the history of Gainesville and Alachua County. Dr. Barrow\, a retired cardiologist\, has spent over 50 years collecting postcards\, art\, bottles\, and more that illustrate the area’s unique history. Today the Mark V. Barrow Postcard Collection at the Matheson contains over 20\,000 historic postcards from every county in Florida.Learn Alachua County history through the eyes of a collector and preservationist.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/a-history-of-gainesville-alachua-county/
LOCATION:Matheson History Museum\, 513 East University Avenue\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T180000
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SUMMARY:GenAI for Business August Meetup – Presented by startGNV & RAIZOR.co
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of useful insight and real talk about how local businesses are putting generative AI to work today. Whether you’re a founder\, freelancer\, manager\, marketer\, or just AI-curious\, this meetup is a chance to connect with others in the Gainesville business and tech community who are testing\, building\, and learning in real-time. \n\n\n\nWe’ll kick things off with an informal meet and greet at 6pm followed by a few short\, no-fluff presentations from local operators showing what they’re doing with AI tools and more—and how it’s affecting their workflows\, output\, and bottom line. After that there will be an open Q&A and a final hour of networking. \n\n\n\nCo-hosted by startGNV\, RAIZOR\, and Starter Space\, this is your front-row seat to how generative AI is being applied right here in Gainesville and around North Central Florida.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/genai-for-business-august-meetup-presented-by-startgnv-raizor-co/
LOCATION:Starter Space\, 747 Southwest 2nd Avenue\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T113000
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SUMMARY:Eye Opener Discover Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the July Eye Opener Lunch: “The Pride of the Sunshine: More Than Just Game Day” Get ready to step behind the scenes of one of the most iconic traditions in college athletics! At this special Eye Opener luncheon\, you’ll hear from Jay Watkins\, Director of the Gator Marching Band\, as he shares an insider’s look at what it takes to prepare The Pride of the Sunshine for their high-energy performances. With so many fans experiencing the band on game days and at events\, this is your chance to discover the passion\, precision\, and planning that make each performance unforgettable.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/eye-opener-discover-lunch/
LOCATION:Harn Museum of Art Auditorium\, 3259 Hull Rd\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T210000
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SUMMARY:25|26 Season Announcement
DESCRIPTION:A fantastic season is coming your way… Get the inside scoop on our upcoming season of performances straight from UFPA Director Brian Jose! Preview is a special tradition that kicks off every UFPA season where we announce the performances coming over the next year. The presentation features highlights for the 40 performances in the 25|26 Season\, in addition to information about our affiliate program. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets go on sale to the public Saturday\, August 23rd at noon. Affiliate Members may pre-order starting July 31st. Not coming to the Phillips Center? Join us for the online watch party! Watch Online: https://performingarts.ufl.edu/season-preview-online
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/2526-season-announcement/
LOCATION:Curtis M. Phillips Center for Performing Arts\, 3201 Hull Road\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T193000
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SUMMARY:meetGNV Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun and casual happy hour event this July! Meet and mingle with fellow members of the GNV community as we tour the Cade Museum for Creativity and learn about it’s history and programs. Then we’ll move over to Grand Scheme for a relaxed networking happy hour.This is a great opportunity to unwind after a long day\, learn more about one our best community assets and make valuable connections in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss out on this chance to network and have a good time with like-minded individuals. See you there!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/meetgnv-monthly-meetup/
LOCATION:Cade Museum + Grand Scheme Brewing\, 811 S Main Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T130000
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SUMMARY:The 2nd Annual Gainesville Black Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Gainesville Black Business Expo is dedicated to celebrating the ingenuity\, creativity\, and success of Black entrepreneurs and business owners\, providing a platform to showcase their products and services to a diverse audience.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/the-2nd-annual-gainesville-black-business-expo/
LOCATION:MLK Center\, 1028 NE 14th St\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T143000
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SUMMARY:GGYP Pool Party + Cookout
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals for our annual Pool Party + Cookout! \n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s been a hot summer. Like\, REALLY hot. It’s also been a busy year. Like\, REALLY busy. So\, come take a load off and chill with us! All ages are welcome so bring the whole family. We’ll provide water\, burgers and hotdogs and have a sign up for everyone to bring something to share. This cookout is potluck style!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/ggyp-pool-party-cookout/
LOCATION:Santa Fe Palms RV Resort\, 3013 NE 53rd Ave\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T083000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses often feel that they are “alone in the fight.” But in actuality\, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas\, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or two). We hope that you walk away from the group with a new support system and maybe even learn a few things that can help with your business development.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/small-business-support-group/
LOCATION:Greater Gainesville Chamber\, 300 E. University Ave\, Suite 100\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T080000
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SUMMARY:Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship - Gainesville Chapter September Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly meet up to connect with driven women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. We offer dues-free\, no-cost monthly networking opportunities – because financial barriers should never limit our opportunities for success and support
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/women-in-tech-entrepreneurship-gainesville-chapter-september-meet-up/
LOCATION:How Bazar\, 60 Southwest 2nd Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Gainesville-Alachua County Employment Law Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Stay Informed. Stay Compliant. Stay Ahead. \n\n\n\nIf you’re a small business owner\, HR professional\, legal advisor\, or anyone who manages workplace compliance\, this free virtual seminar is a must-attend. \n\n\n\nJoin us for the 15th Annual Gainesville-Alachua County Employment Law Seminar\, where industry experts will share essential updates and practical strategies on navigating today’s evolving employment law landscape. \n\n\n\nFrom recent legal developments to best practices for accommodating pregnancy and religion in the workplace\, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools to protect your organization and support your employees. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to boost your legal awareness and stay ahead of the curve—register today! \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Get:Expert-led sessions on current employment law issuesEligibility for HRCI and CLE credits*Practical\, real-world advice you can apply immediatelyA chance to connect with peers and professionals \n\n\n\n\nReserve Spot
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/15th-annual-gainesville-alachua-county-employment-law-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Community
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