Another cool place in downtown historical Ocala that was closed last time I visited but open today…read more This non profit organization was opened in 2001and their mission is to champion, convene and create opportunities for artists and artists organizations. Stepping into the art gallery/shop I was created by a friendly young lady. She explained to me about the current exhibit and then allowed me to peruse the gallery. All on one floor and all Floridian artists. I always enjoy checking the art scene out in other cities and states. They also have a beautiful outdoor patio area where two gorgeous murals are painted along with the Reflections Through Flora mural on the main wall. A really serene and lovely space. This months exhibit is titled Mixed Messages and features the art of Esta Mann and Rich Schleicher. Every month the exhibit changes. Love supporting local artists as much as possible. When in Ocala, FL drop on by for a look.

A very small gallery hosting local artists and special events. I found its adjacent, small…read morecourtyard a quiet retreat when a gate was open during an early morning walk. (NOTE: Courtyard typically available to gallery visitors only.) Closed Sundays and Mondays.

This is a great, professionally run gallery in the heart of downtown Ocala…read more Exhibits change frequently and many community events are held at this beautiful location.

The lines to get into this place are a complete joke. Over an hour wait for such a small venue is…read morepathetic. Open up some more entrances or something. Will not be back for any type of show.

This is a nice event space in Ocala. It is located right by the OTOW community…read more We were there to see a concert (Herman's Hermits' frontman, Peter Noone). The place is very clean. The seating was comfortable. As this is used as a space for all sorts of events such as conferences and weddings, seating is not stadium seating, but the chairs were really nice, and they have ushers to help with rows. The restroom facilities are clean and ample. This might be the first concert I've been to with enough restrooms that there were no lines! Lots of self parking outside, but you might have to walk a bit.

What a beautiful art gallery! They have such a nice (and large) selection to choose from--…read moreeverything from jewelry to paintings to sculpture and at many different price points. It was a pleasure to spend my afternoon there and I will definitely be back.

Very nice gallery with a lot of variety of art. I especially LOVED the small works by Carlynne…read moreHershberger in the office. If you ar3e in Ocala don't miss this!

It's fantastic that there's a local museum to get a better insight into the history of Ocala and…read moreMarion County. The exhibits took some getting used to as it's a brand new museum so everything wasn't laid out in a way it was easy to navigate and understand the sequence. Would love to see more historical images of downtown Ocala and Silver Springs. Well worth an hour or two of your time if you are a history buff.

Congratulations to the organizers on this 15th annual Festival for another incredible experience…read more This is my only "taste of Greece" in these parts and I always take advantage of it. There's always so much to see and do here...especially eating!!! Everything is homemade and the desserts are some I have never seen. In fact the line for them is always the longest. New this year is an outdoor area so there's even more seating in the beautiful sun. If you should need an interesting gift for someone you'll certainly find something here as most vendors sell Greek items as well as some groceries. Entertainment is always fun as anyone is welcome to dance to their fantastic band. Then there are the professional dancers who attend UF and perform the classic Greek choreographed dances. Definitely the best 3 day festival around that good for kids and families!

Small festival with a lot of heart. Good band started at 5pm. Lots of nice merch along the sides of…read morethe event room. ONLY 1 kind of GREEK BEER...hubby didn't like that kind. In a warehouse like room, but all the tables were dressed up festively. Souvlaki was boring, fries were overcooked, gyro was just ok, napoleon was kind of nasty--basically just frosting piled up with very tough phillo layers in between frosting layers. Kid activity area looked just awful! Once was enough. We may try Tarpon Springs next time for Greek festivals.

This is my summary review of Golden Ocala as a whole (the individual quadrants aren't available to…read morereview as particular establishments). Please bear with me as I try to guide you through life at Golden Ocala. Home/Villa Rentals: 5 stars! Amazing accommodations for a really reasonable price. Whenever we have larger groups of people visiting this is our first choice. Comparable to a nice hotel, the beautiful villas are lush and abundant in size, with beautiful furniture and full GO access. Spa: 4 stars! I love the massages here and I am a regular during the winter months. The front desk can be a bit slow, but this is mostly due to their faulty technology. The staff member are all super nice. I give 5 stars for the services but 3 stars for the prices, which were recently increased. Worth it for me but definitely on the pricey side. Fitness: 4 stars! Best part is, the fitness center usually isn't too busy. They have some great equipment but could use a few more cardio machines. More space for floor exercises and a few more unique guided classes could up the ante. Tennis Club: 4 stars! 6 Well maintained, gorgeous clay courts. It can be a bit of a hassle to get ahold of the staff (unless you have their cell #) the tennis desk usually isn't receptive to phone calls. Love the women's clinic they offer for members. Lessons are also available and I've had mostly positive experiences with the coaches. Pool: 5 stars! Gorgeous pool- it's so picturesque, located adjacent to the spa and fitness center. Enjoy a drink poolside and take lots of photos. It's definitely instagram worthy! AND you can bring your dog. Pool Food: 3 stars! Decent variety of food, but I've had some pretty sub-par service here. We eat here occasionally for lunch, but the service really could use some improvements. Once, they even refused to add tomatoes to my Caesar salad because "it wasn't on the menu like that" Raspberries: 4.5 stars! Fine dining situated on the upper floor of the gorgeous clubhouse. I love the food and the company here. The staff is outstanding and really take their time to know and love regular patrons like me. The dauphanise potatoes are amazing. Epic Caesar salad, great bread, potent drinks, high end wine list, excellent menu features (flatbread of the week etc) I love dining here! The kitchen staff can sometimes be a bit slow, but this year (so far) I've had nothing but great experiences. Golf: TBD I'm not a golfer! The course is beautiful to walk and the greens seem to be kept in pristine condition. Security: 3.5 stars! The staff mostly consists of retirees working occasional hours. They aren't the most respectful and fail to remember who I am sometimes. Equestrian: TBD can't wait to see The World Equestrian Center South once it's completed. The original equestrian center at GO isn't quite what I would pursue, but the new facility looks grandiose. Overall I love Golden Ocala! A few minor things could be improved. In my 10+ years living here in the winter months and being involved in the dining, social, tennis, and spa scenes, I have had a mostly great experience. A few faux pas and minor altercations with certain staff members have been forgotten and far surpassed by positive interactions. Note: Golden Ocala is a member's only club. They offer social memberships but otherwise you must be member, (or family of one) to enjoy their accommodations. Social memberships are not cheap but can be utilized if you wish to spend lots of time here.

The water is nothing special, but it gets the job done. The ice performance is great, with just…read moreenough to make it chilled. The water is clear, but not a water I reflect on. By the way, get the duck. It's good. But, the water is okay.

The farmers market and festivities at Cannon farms is fun and fresh! The seasonal sunflowers are in…read morebloom now, you can pick your own, too. We also snagged fresh, newly harvested, sweet corn ( that we roasted on the fire later). The apple cider, carrots, garlic and more were fine quality, tantalizing. Who could pass them up!! :D Great atmosphere and delightful people. Go there. Check out what's happening before you go. Oh and the hay ride, wine/beer tasting (and purchasing) is wonderful local products. Bring your id and come see for yourself. It's fun...we had a fun time.

Everyone you encounter here is so friendly and genuine. The veggies are very fresh and always taste…read moregreat! I recommend the cucumbers and definitely the watermelon. Slushies are delicious. Don't forget to pick some sunflowers and zinnias. When you pick the flowers you get a mason jar to keep. Lot of family fun with a wagon ride corn hole lawn bowling petting zoo.. so much to do and pure family enjoyment. I give 5 stars because there is not a 10.