Gainesville, FL is a beautiful city in the northern part of the state with a population of 7,756 according to the latest census. It has a population density of 9,914 people per square mile which is much higher than the US average of 93 people per square mile. The vibrant city offers something for everyone from great local businesses and outdoor activities to organizations and sporting events.
There are many great local businesses that Gainesville residents can enjoy such as Campus Bicycles for bike repair and sales, downtown cafés like Maude's Classic Café, and stores such as Sweetwater Organic Coffeehouse & Roastery. Residents can also take advantage of year-round outdoor activities such as fishing at Lake Alice or hiking in Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park. There are also a number of organizations in the area including United Way Alachua County and ACORN Food Co-op that provide services for those in need and promote sustainable living respectively. For sports fans there are plenty of options including University of Florida Gator events like football games at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and basketball games at Exactech Arena at Stephen C. O'Connell Center, plus local professional teams like Gainesville Pride Baseball Club.