Going downtown
Downtown Ocala has a lot
of restaurants that people can go to sit at and enjoy some brunch. It is a good
time to spend outside with friends and family. I have seen a lot of the
restaurants open during this Carona Virus season. People sit at the tables in
the open air and eat out as they spend time with their families and waiters
will wait on tables with their masks. The few times that I have found myself
downtown I went to get some Boba tea from Sushi Bistro. If you don't know what
Boba tea is you're missing out. It's an Asian tea that has tapioca balls at the
bottom of the juice. As you slurp the drink with a straw you will draw up the
tapioca balls and get a refreshing burst of surprise in your mouth as you bite
into the tapioca balls. I recommend going to Sushi Bistro if you go to downtown
Ocala.
Going to Tuskawilla park
Tuskawilla Park is a fun
place to go for the whole family. They have a playground, Tennis court, and
basketball court. There is even a skatepark on the other side of the Ripley's
center. You also have a very huge walking trail and bridge where you can fish
with the kids. I go there sometimes to get fresh air and take pictures of
nature. I think it is a very pretty place as it falls in the historical
district of Ocala's center.
Going to Heritage nature conservancy park
Heritage nature
conservancy park is a nice park framed by trees that shadow the walking trails.
It is a nice place to just go walk the trail, take your dog walking or play on
the jungle jim with the kids. Its not a very big park but I like to
go there too to take pictures of the wildlife and people watch from time to
time. Fun Fact: Heritage Nature park was bought with a grant and is set in
place as a conservation of wildlife in central Florida.
Going to Gervy Gant park
Gervy gant is located
right next to the health department and YMCA. If you have a membership to the
YMCA I do not see why not going there to fill your days with fun and healthy
activities to keep yourself busy. Moroever, Gervy Gant is a fun place to to the
playground and run the trails. It is a big park and has a lot of room for
families and runners to just play and run around for a good work out.
Going to Jim Kirk park
There are lots of places
to go walking in Central Florida, Ocala. If you want to find another place with
nice scenery I recommend going to the Jim Kirk park. This park also has a
lovely playground for the kids, benches, and tables for relaxing and a nice
swing bench under a big tree for families to recline after a long day. I have
gone there many times to take pictures of wildlife and to sunbathe under the
Florida heat. It is a nice place to visit and just recline from time to
time. Fun Fact: The Jim kirk park is dedicated to an Ocala
Philanthropist, Jim Kirk, who purchased the Marion Theatre and supported the
Appleton Museum.
Going to Paddock mall to window shop
The paddock mall is a
one story mall with lots of stores to visit. For example, there are stores like
JC Penny, Macy's and Sears. Other stores include Payless, Journeys and Lids.
The Paddock mall has a lot of room to walk around and reclining chairs that
tether to ports to charge one's cell phone. These reclining chairs are set in
for consumers to sit back and relax after spending a long day shopping the mall
or even just for hanging out.
Going to the shopping center on SW College Road
Another fun place
to go to is the shopping center on SW college road. It is right near guitar
center, Khol's and McDonalds. Those are some really fun stores to go to in the
first place. I love to visit Khol's and just browse around from time to time.
One time I purchased a grey maxi skirt from Khol's and have used it for the
past few years. It is a great staple for my closet, but I digress.
If you make your way to
the shopping center you will have a lot of open outdoor space to walk around
and browse the stores. Some really fun stores to visit include Panera,
Booksamillion, Dillards and Khol's. I like to go to Panera from time to time
and get a nice muffin and coffee. Its a tasty treat for being in the neighboord
and I recommend their muffins.
Going to Santos bike trails
The Santos bike trails is a place for people to go to ride their bikes. These bike trails are great for outdoor bike riders who like to gind adventure. If you are ever in the area you can go to Santos bike trails to ride around and have some fun.
Going to the Library and watching movies in their theatre for free
The public library is not just a place for people to go to read books, the library also puts on lots of fun events for the public. Some fun things the library does for the public include arts and crafts, learning how to use the computer, and movies in their own small theatre. One time I went into their movies and saw a black and white film. It was a different experience from most and I was grateful for the free bags of popcorn they gave us upon arrival.
playing Bingo
I've never played bingo in the public room they have on Silver Springs BLVD but I have seen the massive room filled with people playing bingo. I imagine it is just like it is in the movies. Like when the caller, rings out the numbers and calls them out before the people. If I ever have the opportunity, I would go and play bingo just for fun one day to say that I did it. What do you think?
Going to the movies and getting free popcorn
Every Wednesday, the movie theatre on Silver Springs BLVD serves free popcorn if you purchase a movie ticket. That sounds like a fun incentive, especially if you love popcorn. The movie theatre rooms are nice. If I do believe, they have about four rooms, popcorn, snacks, and drinks. The workers are even nice and serviceful as they help you get seated.
Going to Silver Springs National park
Home of the glass-bottom boats. The silver Springs National Park is a good place to visit if you have $2 for entrance. Upon entrance, you can purchase a ticket for glass-bottom boats, paddling and camping. These are separate charges but worth the fun if you get there early enough. I do enjoy going to the Silver Springs National park with its crystal blue waters and warm welcomes.
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