New – LeelaMaps

By leela

^{November 29, 2025 at 12:48 pm}

Peace of Pizza

Peace of Pizza, pizza

Proposed for December 20 and beyond

EcoPizza: traditional & fusion cuisine

Salad: locally grown greens, various veg, fruits : sweet salty fatty starchy; please share any homegrown veggies!

Fruit: fruit tastings; please share any homegrown fruits!

Seeds: Free library, swap your extras!

Music: Jam circle of local artists

Workshops: Biochar remediation, freeform stretching

By Bravo

^{_{Modified on November 29th, 2025 at 7:03 am}
November 28, 2025 at 5:45 pm}

Suggested: Peace of Pizza

Peace of Pizza, Proposal

I suggest having a Peace of Pizza event here. At least the first time, and depending on turnout, we can go without booking it. However, it’s largely exposed and infeasible to garden at this time.

I would definitely love to collaborate with the bimonthly singing bowls and weekly acroyoga.

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 27th, 2025 at 5:40 am}
November 27, 2025 at 5:39 am}

(18+) Over the counter Parkinson’s Treatment

Adventures

Ward’s has some CBD & THC products.

Use responsibly.

I suggest taking a walk to Curia nearby and enjoy the fruit trees and community garden!

By Bravo

^{November 26, 2025 at 4:49 am}

T would like to visit here

Travel Plans

Tao picked a spot.

By Bravo

^{November 25, 2025 at 3:20 am}

Natural Treasures Nursery

native plant, nursery, plant

Heather Blake has a ton of native plants and fruit trees!

By leela

^{November 21, 2025 at 3:41 am}

Pickup LeelaMats

LeelaMats, pickup

We can arrange a dropoff here for raw pizza crusts!

By leela

^{November 20, 2025 at 2:27 pm}

Bidens Pesto

LeelaMats, Recipe

Approximate ingredients:

handful of Bidens alba
handful of brassica greens
any fresh herbs available
handful of nuts of choice (optional)
lemon juice
salt or seaweed to taste

blend until a sauce

By leela

^{at 1:04 pm}

Nut Cream

LeelaMats, Recipe

Approximate ingredients:

1/2 cup cashews, macadamias, hemp seeds, sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
1/8 cup water plus extra for consistency
1 TBS of nutritional yeast
1/2 lemon
salt & pepper to taste
fresh herbs of choice

Blend in a small blender until smooth

By leela

^{at 7:46 am}

Starting 12/6 LeelaMats@AlachuaMOM

Farmers Market, LeelaMats, pickup

We’ll be at Market on Main St on Saturdays!

By leela

^{at 7:40 am}

Italian LeelaMats

LeelaMats, Recipe

Raw Marinara Sauce

1 serving

1 Fresh tomato
A few sundried tomatoes
Herbs (fresh, dried)
Salt & pepper to taste
(Optional) Pumpkin seeds

Blend ingredients into sauce.

By leela

^{November 18, 2025 at 11:19 am}

Sundays: Rum138 Farmer’s Market

Art, Farmers Market, kayak, paddleboard

By leela

^{November 9, 2025 at 5:12 pm}

Take What You Need Tuesdays!

food pantry, Free, free food, Tuesday

🌾 FOOD GIVEAWAY ALERT: No One Left Hungry! 🇺🇸

With the expected pause on SNAP Benefits (Food Stamps), we’re stepping up to make sure our community stays fed and supported.

🍎 Take What You Need Tuesdays
📍 UR Life Metroplex, 3575 NE 15th Street, Gainesville, FL
🕘 Every Tuesday | 9AM–11AM
No forms, no stress — just love and support. Come pick up fresh produce, groceries, and household essentials provided by Bread of the Mighty and Community Impact Corporation.

💙 PLUS — A Very Special Event Coming Up!
Join us for our Veterans & Senior Caregivers Fair
📅 Veteran’s Day, Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
🕘 9AM–12 Noon | Upper Room Ministries
We’ll be honoring Veterans, Seniors, and Caregivers — and giving away a DOUBLE TRUCK LOAD of FREE groceries to attendees!

Together, we strengthen our community and remind each other that we’re truly better when we stand together. ❤️

📞 Info: 352-264-0006 | 📧 Info@urwelcomehere.org
#GainesvilleCares #CommunityImpact #BreadOfTheMighty #VeteransDay #TakeWhatYouNeed #URLife #UpperRoomMinistries #FreeGroceries #SNAPSupport #WeStandTogether
@followers @highlights @urwelcomehere3575 @urwelcomehere @ur_youth

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 9th, 2025 at 4:15 pm}
at 4:14 pm}

Community Forest firefighters!

Food Forest, jacobsimonsays, News

https://youtube.com/shorts/x5WvMVT6c2k?si=NZeYAEqU6jtGnaKg

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 9th, 2025 at 4:10 pm}
at 4:06 pm}

Dam removal nearby!

jacobsimonsays, News

https://youtube.com/shorts/Qj1eT7bSR1E?si=0UPKuzhbvVDH8IIH

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 9th, 2025 at 4:08 pm}
at 4:01 pm}

Down with old power!

demolition, jacobsimonsays, News

https://youtube.com/shorts/4MYGrEsTRE4?si=BoYr3Q_5anLMz2Y2

By leela

^{November 8, 2025 at 5:18 pm}

Cute divers!

divespot, Tips

I noticed that the folk who visit this super epic diving spot (check visibility first) are disproportionately attractive. Of course by sharing this, we don’t want to dilute the pretty or overcrowd the small deck, so I suggest infrequent visits and courteous behavior. Check out the watery abyss!

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 6th, 2025 at 6:25 am}
November 6, 2025 at 6:22 am}

FREE Thursday Night Swing Dancing

Dance, Free, Swing Dancing, Thursday

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

📅 Event Details:
Address: Rosa B. Williams Center
524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
Time: Thursdays, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Beginner & Intermediate Lessons: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
No partner or experience needed!

🚗 Parking:
Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot.

🎟️ Admission:
FREE! Donations encouraged via cash or Venmo.

📱 Connect with Us on Our Website:
https://gainesvilleswingdancing.square.site/

📞 Contact Us:
SwingDancing.Gainesville@gmail.com
(352) 246-4525

By leela

^{at 4:26 am}

Finca El Caminante

Climbers, climbing, cob, EcoResort, ecotourism, resort

Instagram

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 4th, 2025 at 3:01 pm}
November 4, 2025 at 1:08 pm}

Hajar’s Fabricrete, somewhere on Big Island

Fabricrete

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 4th, 2025 at 1:16 pm}
at 12:49 pm}

🕺🪴2019 test garden

Fabricrete

“Dancing Plants in Pants” test garden at All Power Labs, made in 2019 over a couple of workshops- first was led by Michael Collins, with Olivia and me/Leela in attendance. Second was led by me, with some friends from All Power Labs.

The dry, sun-beaten location and difficulty to irrigate the irregular structures devastated this garden. Great experiment, though!

By singularity0

^{at 6:16 am}

Return to the Garden of Eden

EcoAction, Garden Party, land grab, Proposal

To achieve sustainability, must inhabit land that grows our natural nourishment. Occupy this land, enjoy durian and grow it everywhere among plants that support its dominion.

By Adventures

^{_{Modified on November 3rd, 2025 at 2:12 pm}
November 3, 2025 at 2:11 pm}

when the water is high: picnic on the water

picnic spot, picnic table, Tips

There’s also a table out in the middle of the water, easy wading out

By leela

^{November 1, 2025 at 2:03 pm}

Bountiful Boulevard

Edible Grove, Forage Guide, fruit tree

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 1st, 2025 at 1:58 pm}
at 1:56 pm}

Smoky Bear Edible Grove

Edible Grove, Forage Guide, fruit tree

By leela

^{at 1:47 pm}

Fred Cone Edible Grove

Edible Grove, Forage Guide, fruit tree

Fred Cone Park has an edible grove consisting of:

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 31st, 2025 at 4:58 pm}
October 31, 2025 at 4:57 pm}

Food Pantry M F 9-noon

food pantry, Free

Website

By leela

^{at 4:54 pm}

Food Pantry, M W Th

Food Bank, Free

Monday - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Wednesday - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Thursday - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Call 352-473-2846

Program's Website

By leela

^{at 4:50 pm}

Food Bank Every Tues 8-10

Food Bank, Free

Program's Website

For info, call 352-351-0732

By leela

^{at 4:47 pm}

Seniors Food Pantry

food pantry, Senior Services

Eligibility: Available exclusively to seniors aged 60 and above living in Alachua County.
Appointment-Based: These services are provided by appointment only to ensure personalized and efficient service.
How to Schedule: To book your notary appointment, please get in touch with ElderCare at ElderCare@shands.ufl.edu or call 352-265-9040.

Services:

Congregate Meals: A free, hot lunch that meets one-third of the Dietary Reference Intake for seniors at various sites throughout Alachua County.
Emergency Energy Assistance: Partial payments for a utility bill to prevent disconnection can be provided, or payment to provide heating fuel. Fans, heaters, and blankets may be available during appropriate seasons.
Transportation: Two free round trip per month via mini-bus or van to elders for medical reasons.
Food Pantry: ElderCare maintains a pantry of non-perishable items to assist struggling seniors with basic needs. The pantry accepts donations of canned goods, as well as personal items (paper towels, toilet paper, toothpaste).
Notary: New Low-Cost Notary Services for Seniors at ElderCare of Alachua County

Call 352-265-9040

Website:

Program's Website

By leela

^{at 4:45 pm}

Food Pantry: Last Friday 9-1 (or Holiday Schedule)

food pantry, Free

Oak Park Baptist Church Food Ministry helps alleviate hunger in the community in an environment of respect, care and hospitality.

This program provides:

-Food to meet basic nutritional needs

Food distribution takes place on the last Friday of each month 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. except for November and December. Food is distributed on the Friday before Thanksgiving and the Friday before Christmas Day.

Contact: 352-372-2730

Website:

Program's Website

By leela

^{at 4:41 pm}

Childrens Table Food Bank: Mondays 10-noon

Food Bank, Free, Monday

Program's Website

The Children's Table provides temporary emergency food and supplemental food to anyone in need of assistance. They help address the needs of low-income individuals and households that lack a reliable access to affordable, nutritious food and may experience hunger on a regular basis.

This program provides:

- Nutritious food

The distribution occurs at several sites throughout the service area. Please call to confirm times and locations. Announcement of distributions can also be found via the Facebook page.

Contact: 352-486-6525

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 31st, 2025 at 4:37 pm}
at 4:35 pm}

Student Food Pantry

food pantry

Program's Website

Hitchcock Field and Fork Pantry provides quality food items to all members of the university of Florida Community experiencing food insecurity. This program supplies critical nutrition to hungry individuals and families.

This program provides:

- Food to meet basic nutritional needs

There is no proof-of-need required to shop at the Pantry, but please bring your physical Gator 1 Card when you visit.

Sunday: Closed
Monday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
Saturday: Closed

For more info call 352-294-3601

By leela

^{at 4:31 pm}

Rural Mobile Food Outreach Program

food pantry, Free, Mobile Service

Rural Mobile Food Outreach Program serves the five rural counties surrounding the Gainesville area. Our program coordinator and volunteers bring food; personal care products, pet foods and other necessities to people in these areas who cannot make the journey into town. The people most impacted by poverty in the rural communities are the elderly and children. Our support helps them meet their basic needs. Special bags are distributed during the year for back to school and the holidays. The back to school packs are filled the necessary school supplies needed for a successful learning experience and to help children start the year off right.

Website

Call 352-372-0294

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 31st, 2025 at 5:04 pm}
at 4:28 pm}

Food Pantry: Tu-Fri 11-2

food pantry, Free, Friday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Lazarus Restoration Ministries

Picture ID required

Call 352-213-8970

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 31st, 2025 at 5:02 pm}
at 4:27 pm}

Food Pantry Mon-Thu 9am-noon

food pantry, Free, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Website

Call 352-372-8162

email gcmone@bellsouth.net to get more info

By leela

^{at 4:25 pm}

Food Pantry: Weds 10-11am

food pantry, Free, Wednesday

Food Pantry at Mt Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church

Need more info?

Call 352-378-9051

By leela

^{at 4:22 pm}

HealthStreet (medical services)

food pantry, Free, medical

Calendar on website

"HealthStreet is a community engagement program at the University of Florida that aims to improve the health of the community by bridging gaps in healthcare and health research. HealthStreet provides community members with a variety of services, classes and events that help to pursue better health, and opportunities to participate in research.

This program provides:

- Health Screenings
- Confidential HIV Testing and Counseling
- Health Workshops
- Clothing Closet
- Toiletry Pantry
- Food Pantry
- Classes
- Weekly and Monthly Support Groups, Clinics and Health Education Events
- Health and Social Services Referrals
- Health Research Opportunities"

By leela

^{at 5:17 am}

Rescue

animal abuse, Animal in Distress, rescue

By leela

^{October 30, 2025 at 10:10 am}

Heard Loud Metallic Sounds

Find out

Hey! I’m a neighbor who’d like the peace of mind that all is alright here. Please let me know about the sounds that occurred a few times, starting 1pm

sounds like gunshots, could just be industrial noise

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 4th, 2025 at 1:09 pm}
October 28, 2025 at 3:14 pm}

Proposal: East Wing Fabricrete!

Fabricrete, Fabricrete Workshop, Gro.lympics, Workshop

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 28th, 2025 at 5:17 pm}
October 27, 2025 at 6:14 pm}

Dec 6th: Sew n Sow

Upcoming: 12:00 on December 6th, 2025

Fabricrete, Fabricrete Workshop, Gro.lympics, Workshop

Nearby we will have a fabricrete workshop!

Buy tickets here or at The Mycorrhizal Network

By leela

^{October 23, 2025 at 4:48 am}

Garden, please!

Grow Here, GrowHere, Proposal, Teaching Garden Proposal

By leela

^{at 12:58 am}

Library Seed Bank

seed bank

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 23rd, 2025 at 12:55 am}
at 12:54 am}

Library Seed Bank

Library, seed bank

The library in Newberry has a modest seed library with small seed packs of diverse edible, ornamental & wild plants.

The range of seeds has expanded well past what is pictured.

There tends to be an influx of seeds at the start of peak growing seasons. The sources range from conventional farmed to local heirloom.

Visitors are welcome to take 10 packs of seeds per day, as long as you tell library staff at the desk (they don’t check library cards).

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 23rd, 2025 at 4:57 am}
at 12:40 am}

Teaching Garden Proposal

Grow Here, Proposal, Teaching Garden Proposal

While many residents stand to lose food stamps, it behooves us to start using public land to teach different effective gardening styles while also producing food for local residents.

By leela

^{_{Modified on October 23rd, 2025 at 4:47 am}
at 12:22 am}

Community Garden Proposal

Grow Here, Proposal, seed bank, Teaching Garden Proposal

The Trenton Library has a lot of vacant land that should be growing food, and teaching people how to do so at home.

Within the Trenton Library, Gilchrist County residents can get seed packs once per season.

By leela

^{_{Modified on November 9th, 2025 at 3:47 pm}
October 22, 2025 at 2:26 pm}

Aug-Dec: Turkey Lake Persimmons

fruit tree, persimmon, Unexpected Fruit Tree, Wild Fruit Tree

Craig Hepworth:

"The ‘Turkey Lake’ tree in Gainesville was planted in 2002, and it has grown to a large size. Every autumn it produces abundant crops of fruit over a long period – most years you should find some ripe fruits if you visit any time from late August through the middle of December. (The very earliest fruits to drop sometimes don’t taste quite as rich as the ones which ripen from October onward). If you’re in the North Florida area, this is a good opportunity to experience what a really good form of American persimmon tastes like. I consider fruits of this species to be one of autumn’s finest treats."

Craig selected this variety of wild American persimmon, due to its size & flavor, and propagated it here.

Visiting the ‘Turkey Lake’ tree in Gainesville:

The tree is located in Dreamer’s Garden, a city of Gainesville community garden located at the intersection of NW 10th Ave and NW 4th St. There’s easy parking across the street in the Earth Pets plaza (you can stop in at the store to pick up some eco-friendly treats for your furry companions while visiting the persimmon tree.)

Leela:

Thanks for the tip, Craig!

To other folks: bring a fruit picker or long tool that can trim off a laden branch. There are two of these trees and one can be climbed but requires long reach even up there. The fruits are astringent when unripe. Ripe when absolutely gooey. The fallen fruits are perfect but will have a spot of dirt to pick off. There are apparently more of these trees within the garden nearby.