Porch Chats Ocala

08/04/2025

Happy Monday from Ocala!
Caught this colorful mural over by the Checkers on 200—just a little reminder that there’s a whole lotta love for this town. Whether you’re a born-and-raised local or just passing through, Ocala’s charm always finds a way to shine through.

Hope your week starts with some color and kindness. 💛

08/01/2025

Have you ever noticed the leaf imprints in the sidewalks around downtown Ocala? They’re like little fossilized moments—quiet reminders of nature leaving its mark on the everyday. Next time you’re out for a stroll, look down… beauty’s hiding in plain sight. 🍂✨

07/29/2025

Whew! Stepped out on the porch and nearly melted into a puddle. This heat means business! 😅 Hope y’all are staying cool, sipping something cold, and keeping those fans spinning. Hydrate like it’s your job, folks!

07/27/2025

When the heat’s too much for the porch, nothing beats a cool, quiet theater. Caught a movie at Epic Theaters in Ocala … the perfect way to chill out. 🎬❄️

07/27/2025

My cat has the right idea…sprawled out on the porch, mid-yawn, without a care in the world. Hoping your Sunday feels just as lazy and content. Sometimes the best plans are no plans at all.
🐾😺🌿

07/24/2025

It’s one of those Florida evenings where the rain can’t decide if it’s staying for dinner or just passing through.
The porch is the perfect spot to watch the sky argue with itself—sun peeking through one minute, thunder grumbling the next.

Kinda makes you want to grab a book, a blanket, and just let the night unfold.

Anyone else enjoying this moody weather? Or are you just trying to keep your dog from barking at the thunder again? 🌦🐾

07/21/2025

🥵 With the heat index hitting 110 degrees today in Ocala, I’m about ready to dive headfirst into a giant pool of sweet tea — extra ice, please!

Y’all stay cool out there. Hydrate, find some shade, and maybe daydream about floating in a mason jar with lemon slices.

07/19/2025

📸 Porch Chats Night Out: A Laugh at the Marion 🎭

This Saturday at 7:30, the spotlight’s on Natalie Cuomo & Dan LaMorte — two hilarious comedians taking the stage live at the Marion Theatre right here in downtown Ocala.

Natalie brings the edge, Dan brings the laid-back charm, and together they’ll have the whole place cracking up. If you’ve been craving a night out with good vibes and great laughs, this is your sign.

📍 Historic setting? ✅
🎤 Live comedy? ✅
🍿 Popcorn & AC? ✅
💬 Laugh till you cry? Also ✅

Come early, snap a pic outside (like the one below 👇), and enjoy a night that reminds you why Ocala’s got more going on than folks think.

07/16/2025

Sometimes you just gotta pull the car over and answer the call… of ice cream. 😎🍦
Stopped in at Scoops today and walked out with a cup of creamsicle — because apparently, I’m eight years old again and loving every minute of it. 🍊

If you see me smiling for no reason today, blame the ice cream.
What’s your go-to flavor when adulting gets too hot to handle? 😅

07/15/2025

🌮 Taco Tuesday in Ocala! 🌮

Let’s taco ‘bout it… 🌮😄 It’s Tuesday, and that means one very important question:
Where’s the best place in Ocala for tacos today?
Whether it’s street-style, crunchy shells, birria, or fish tacos—tell us your go-to spot! Bonus points if they’ve got a good margarita or a happy hour deal to match. 🍹

Drop your recommendations (and pics if you’ve got ‘em!) so the rest of us know where to head for dinner tonight. 🌮👇

07/14/2025

07/13/2025

🍑 Peach Season is Popping in Marion County! 🍑

Have you noticed? Peach stands are popping up like wildflowers all over Marion County — and we are not mad about it! There’s just something about pulling off the road for a basket of fresh, juicy peaches that screams summer in Florida.

So now we’ve got to ask:
Where’s YOUR go-to spot for the best local peaches?
Do you have a favorite roadside stand, family farm, or secret spot that always has the sweetest ones?

Drop your favorites in the comments — let’s build the ultimate Marion County Peach Map! 🍑🗺️