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Vows | June 2024 | Elliott
Creative Imprints Photography (Amanda Speight Durham) Hair/makeup: Hair by Daphne; makeup by Dani Does Beauty. Their favorite memory: “Our favorite memory from our wedding day is celebrating with our friends and family, but also when our corgi Tucker interrupted our ceremony by getting loose and jumping on us in the middle of our vows. He was literally jumping for joy!”
Vows | June 2024 | Stephens
The Gastonian (ceremony) and Vic’s on the River (reception); Savannah, Georgia. Her favorite memory: “The entire day was absolutely perfect. Despite a rainy forecast, we woke up to the most beautiful weather. Ryan and I made sure to schedule a first look before the ceremony started and it was so special to have some time together, just the two of us.”
Making Moves
Karlie Loland-Ringer was born in South Louisiana but spent most of her formative years in the Pensacola Beach area. At 18, she relocated to Tampa and then made the move to New York City at 20 years old. Now in her 30s, she says she still feels at home in those cities, but her heart is in Ocala. We chatted with Loland-Ringer about what drew her to the area and her emerging career in the entertainment industry.
Vows | June 2024 | Lucas
Their favorite memory: “We live in Ocala now, but our favorite memory from our wedding weekend was eating at all of our favorite restaurants in the Sanford/Lake Mary area, near our hometowns of Debary/DeLand. Most of the restaurants were where we spent our first date or many anniversaries together.”
From France to Ocala
Dr. Jose Gaudier will lecture about the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at IHMC on June 27th. The first Olympic Games were held in 1896 in Athens, Greece. In 1996, 100 years later, Ocala neurologist Dr. Jose Gaudier was in Atlanta, Georgia, to see the games firsthand. On June 27th, Gaudier...
It’s Mermazing
When Eric Ducharme was a small child, he wanted to be a merman and make mermaid tails. He says people told him he was crazy. Now, the Mertailor is celebrating 20 years of creating some of the most spectacular mermaid tails and accessories on the planet. And he’s only 34 years old.
Editor’s Picks | June/July 2024
A guide to our favorite monthly happenings and can’t-miss events. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at Ocala Civic Theatre (The Marion Players, Inc.) under the gentle glow of candlelight. Learn more at feverup.com/m/148180.
Editor’s Picks | June 2024
A guide to our favorite monthly happenings and can’t-miss events. Majestic Oaks Ocala (Reddick) This music festival is designed to bring country music back to its roots—the small towns that make up the backbone of America. The all-star lineup includes Kid Rock and Jason Aldean. Camping options will be available and there will be more than 25 food and beverage vendors. Children are allowed but organizers recommend parental discretion as the event allows alcohol consumption. Free for ages 2 and under; tickets start at $129.99 for all others. For details, go to rockthecountry.com/ocala-info.
A Beloved Tradition: Symphony Under the Stars
Once again, the annual Symphony Under the Stars event drew hundreds of guests to what is one of Ocala’s best-loved traditions. The annual event, hosted by Fine Arts for Ocala, or FAFO, features the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and attendees are encouraged to come early, bring chairs and blankets, kids and games, food and libations, and stay late for the fireworks extravaganza. Proceeds support FAFO’s annual Ocala Art Festival.
“Star Wars’ fundraiser for Ora Clubhouse
A tall furry creature, a man wielding a light saber, a couple of droids and many other interesting characters were out in force on May 4 for the May the 4th Be With You “Star Wars” costume contest. The event, which took place at St. Marks United Methodist...
NAACP Freedom Fund & Awards Banquet
The local branch of the NAACP bestowed numerous awards during the April 26th gala, held at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, including honoring former branch president Loretta Jenkins with the President’s Award. The guest speaker was Jerron Hawkins, described as a “White House alumni, Barack Obama mentee.”
IES high tea fundraiser nets more than $48,000
The annual Interfaith Emergency Services fundraiser on May 4 at the UF/IFAS extension auditorium, featured tables arrayed with stunning displays. Jennifer Arvanitis won the Golden Teapot award for raising more than $6,000, the highest amount of any of the hostesses. “Honorable Mention goes to the ladies of Our Savior Lutheran...
OCT’s ‘Escape to Margaritaville’ block party
Fans of the late Jimmy Buffett, took to the streets of downtown Ocala in a swarm on April 28th in the fun event hosted by the Ocala Civic Theatre in conjunction with the stage production of “Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville.” There was dancing in the streets and lots of crowd interaction.
VIP reception and movie screening
The film “Ocklawaha: Tales My Father Told,” billed as a “symphonic poem” by composer John Gottsch, with Ocala’s Mark Emery as director of photography, was screened at the Marion Theatre following a VIP reception on April 22nd at the Brick City Center for the Arts. The event was presented by the Florida Defenders of the Environment and Marion Cultural Alliance.
Florida Thoroughbred Gala
The annual Florida Thoroughbred Owners’ and Breeders’ Association event, held April 15th at the Circle Square Cultural Center, celebrated the equine industry in the Horse Capital of the World. The gala included entertainment and dinner as well as the presentation of numerous awards.
Ocala Cooks | Lisa Dorsey
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Mix the sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla together in a separate bowl, then mix those ingredients into the cream cheese and butter. Stir in the chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours. Roll the hardened...
Ocala Cooks | Leslie Callahan
Piñón (Plantain and Meat Surprise) In a caldero or heavy kettle, brown the salt pork and reduce heat to low, add vegetable oil, ham, green peppers, chili peppers, onion and garlic and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add ground beef and stir over high heat until barely browned.
Ocala Cooks | Scott Mitchell
Preheat oven to 450°. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients and mix well by hand. Grate the frozen butter into the bowl of dry ingredients with a cheese grater, which will yield small bits that mix easily. This process makes extra savory biscuits for your family or guests—including visiting old timey pioneers.
Ocala Cooks | Maggie Weakley
1 teaspoon grated ginger or 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, more to taste. 2 teaspoon of Sriracha or your favorite hot sauce, more to taste. 14 ounces of noodles (such spaghetti or rice noodles; I like Thai Kitchen Stir-Fry Rice Noodles) 1/4 cup of dry roasted peanuts (or other nuts)...
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