This directory is comprised based on a history of experience in our Gainesville-Ocala Florida community.  Businesses cannot purchase advertising to get listed, they have earned it in some way.  Most are privately owned, though some other have had local management and a long-standing connection to the community. 

As per the disclaimer above no endorsement or warranties are made, but you do your own due diligence and be the judge if the following are a cut above the rest, or not.  Please do not e-mail to get listed.  Listings are by invitation only, and never for a fee. 

HEALTHCARE

Gainesville Internal Medicine Physicians - Large group of top notch docs in a highly professional and modern practice. (352) 333-5242

Clinical Psychology Associates of North Central Florida - providing adult, adolescent, and child psychological and neuropsychological assessments, consultation and psychotherapy to the North Central Florida community for more than 30 years. (352) 336-2888. CPANCF.COM

THE ARTS

Hippodrome State Theatre

University Center for the Performing Arts

Harn Art Museum

AUTOMOTIVE

Finding trustworthy automotive services can be quite a chore.  Some shops and services have a long history of consistent customer care.

L&S Auto Trim - Gainesville Customize or recreate any interior for your car, boat, motorcycle or airplane

Rollins Automotive   Alachua-Gainesville, off of 441, If you need custom or performance parts, performance work, check these local guys out.  Fair prices and reliable professional work.

CREDIT COUNSELING

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Mid Florida

DENTAL SERVICES

Caton & Taylor Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Established exceptional practice, modern offices and a team which treats it's patients like family.

Millhopper Family Dentistry Modern offices and equipment and have a well-established reputation in our community.

ROOFING

McDavid Roofing Inc is a family owned and operated business serving Alachua County since 1977. The majority of their customers are referred to us by friends and past customers.

SHOOTING SPORTS / SELF DEFENSE

Gainesville Target Range, Inc.  Membership only facility has three well-maintained ranges, classroom and hosts classes and other activities.

Defensive Training Group Firearm instructors provide a full range of classes with a high professional standard, patience, and extraordinary experience.

Pickett Weaponry -  One of the areas largest firearm dealers.  Family run, they serve our community, and we all owe the family thanks for serving our country.  Located in Newberry, they purchased the almost mythical Harry Beckwith gun shop in Micanopy.  Both are local landmarks and worth visiting.

SHOPPING

Thornbrook Village - Gainesville's original and premier shopping in a park setting.

 
Ward's Supermarket - A Gainesville landmark for many years.  Organic, local, and classic Florida and Southern meats, fish, vegetables and fruits.

Northwest Seafood   Great selection of fresh fish, much locally caught. Get on their e-mail list for things coming right off the boat!  Now with two locations.

UpperCrust Bakery - French & Bakery - says it all!

Northwest Grill, Chef Fennel has created a local popular gem with great fresh seafood, lunch specials, and a great menu.

SPORTING GOODS AND SUPPLIES:

BicyclingforAll.com - bargain prices support a local business.

Mountain-and-seas.com  Boating and camping supplies 352-378-3541

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Pilo Engineering - Michael Pilo, owner, is a UF EE graduate operating the company out of Merritt Island Florida.  Pilo Engineering provides electrical, lighting, and systems design, as well as construction support.  Quality projects around Florida and beyond include healthcare facilities, rocket, launch and military facilities, as well as government, industrial and school buildings. Phone (321) 427-3644

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