Posts by Melissa Townsend, Ocala Real Estate Broker
The Forge Brings New Energy To Midtown Ocala
Ocala’s newest gathering place is officially open—and it is already impacting the way residents and visitors experience the heart of our city. The Forge Ocala has transformed the former WMOP radio property at 343 NE First Avenue into a nearly three-acre dining and entertainment destination, giving new life to a familiar Midtown landmark. With several…
Read MoreWhy the Ocala Film Derby Matters for Creative Students in Marion County
Creative talent does not only flourish in major cities or famous film schools. Sometimes it begins in a Marion County classroom—with a camera, a good idea and a student who simply needs an opportunity to be seen. The Ocala Film Derby gives local middle and high school students that opportunity. More than a filmmaking competition, it is…
Read MoreScalloping Season – Living in Ocala Means the Gulf is Closer Than You Think
One of the things I love most about the Ocala lifestyle is how many different aspects of Florida living we get to enjoy from one place. We have horse country, historic neighborhoods, a charming downtown, thriving arts scene, and beautiful rolling countryside right here at home. But we also have something else that people sometimes overlook: quick…
Read MoreWhat Makes Ocala’s Historic Districts So Special?
If you know me, you know I’m passionate about homes with charm, character, and a story to tell. And here in Ocala, Florida, we are lucky to have plenty of that. One of the things that makes our city so special is its collection of historic homes in Ocala and the neighborhoods that have helped preserve them for future generations.
Read MoreOcala Outdoor Sculpture Competition at Tuscawilla Park: Public Art, Community, and the Ocala Lifestyle
One of the things I love most about Ocala, Florida is that our community continues to invest in the places that bring people together. The recently installed 8th Biennial Ocala Outdoor Sculpture Competition at Tuscawilla Park, executed by the City of Ocala, is a perfect example. This newest exhibition features ten sculptures placed throughout Tuscawilla Park and the Tuscawilla Art Park through February…
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