OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Ocala Main Street serves as a non-profit, volunteer community organization invested in maintaining and improving downtown Ocala. They have a focus on community transformation through their 4-point approach of organization, promotion, design and economic vitality. They are led by a board of directors who are leaders across multiple organizations in the county.

Ocala Main Street has introduced a new member to their team as they welcome Sara Lambert as their executive director. Lambert has shown her dedication and experience in Ocala as community engagement coordinator for the Marion County Parks & Recreation Department, president of Lotus Marion and former president of the Junior League of Ocala. She will bring these experiences to Ocala Main Street to continue the enhancement of the community.

“I am absolutely thrilled to step into the role of executive director for Ocala Main Street,” Lambert said. “Thanks to the organization’s incredibly solid foundation, we have some real momentum right now. I look forward to building on that success and creating a lasting, positive impact across Downtown, Midtown, and Tuscawilla.”

The organization will continue to lead community initiatives with Lambert as a strategic leader and community ambassador. The next upcoming community events are free to attend with Critter Chats and DJ Exit’s Music Bingo taking place on Thursday, June 18. Critter Chats will begin at 3 p.m. at the Discovery Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala. DJ Exit’s Music Bingo will take place from 7-9 p.m. at Midtown Station 235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala.