If you’re in Gainesville on Saturday, Jan. 24th, come join me at the Sunshine State Book Festival

If any of you plan to be in Gainesville the weekend after the MLK holiday, I welcome you to join me at the Sunshine State Book Festival at the Santa Fee College Fine Arts Hall at 3000 N.W. 83rd Street. I'll be joining 100 other authors at the Meet the Authors Showcase and Expo from … Continue reading If you’re in Gainesville on Saturday, Jan. 24th, come join me at the Sunshine State Book Festival

Barr Hammock near Gainesville is Ideal for Family-Friendly Hiking Through Pretty Old Growth Forest

Many University of Florida students are familiar with the hiking trails at Payne’s Prairie Preserve State Park.  But another collection of trails through a beautiful forest of tall live oaks and longleaf pines can be found not far south of Gainesville, and it’s free and easier to reach from I-75.  Barr Hammock Preserve is definitely … Continue reading Barr Hammock near Gainesville is Ideal for Family-Friendly Hiking Through Pretty Old Growth Forest