Good morning, Tallahassee.

The Spring Title Wave Used Book Sale will be held on Friday and Saturday at the main library downtown from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—attendees pay $15 for a tote filled with used books, CDs, DVDs, and more while supporting Leon County libraries.

Tallahassee Police Officer Michael 'Cody' Terranova died on April 3 in a boating accident in Wakulla County; his memorial service is set for Friday, Apr.

10 at 11:00 a.m. at 3Y Ranch in Crawfordville & his family requests donations to the Florida Public Safety Institute instead of flowers.

Canada geese have become a viral sensation on Tallahassee college campuses as they aggressively defend their nests in spring; students at FAMU and other schools share their encounters on social media, urging caution around nesting areas.

Local events fill the weekend with culture and fun as the P-Funk Festival at The Phipps Farm kicks off on Saturday, followed by the Tallahassee Museum’s Pioneer Breakfast and Jazz and Blues Festival (April 11 to 12), plus theatre and community shows running into next week.

Three breweries will host events this weekend.

Ology (Powermill Court) will hold its 4th Annual Smokefest Friday and Saturday featuring smoked beer and music, Proof Brewing will celebrate its 14th anniversary with specialty beers and live shows, and Lake Tribe will mark 11 years with a one-day event Saturday.

LeMoyne Arts presents The Nature of Kinship & Its Artful Connections exhibit from today through Sat. at 125 N.

Gadsden St., showcasing four local painters. The opening reception is set for 5-7:30 p.m. today while a panel discussion with muffins and mimosas will follow on Apr. 11.

On April 4, the FSU Flying High Circus held its sold-out spring matinee 'Tall Tales' at the Big Top, delighting families and student performers with flips & trapeze acts.

The show marked the return of the beloved circus after a two-year closure.

FAMU President Marva Johnson announced that Altony Lee III assumed the role of interim chief of staff on April 6 (having served as associate vice chancellor for Public Affairs) as former chief of staff Carmen Cummings-Martins returns to her earlier role.

Tallahassee Collegiate Academy junior Esinam Agama will compete in the national Poetry Out Loud finals in Washington on April 28 — she is one of 55 students selected nationwide.

The event will award a $20,000 prize and showcase her recitation skills.

At Springwood Elementary, 75 first graders took part in the Books and Bucks program + a collaboration with Regions Bank to learn money management.

Led by superhero Edward Clark Jr., interactive lessons help students learn to earn, save and spend wisely.

FSU celebrated graduate student excellence at the Alumni Center on Monday, Apr.

6 by awarding honors in national fellowships, research, and teaching. The event kicked off Graduate-Professional Student Appreciation Week and recognized 135 national fellowship wins + faculty mentoring from top advisors.

Leon County School District faced rising fuel costs, paying an extra $3,000 a week for diesel at $5.80 per gallon on 20% of its 180 buses — while 80% run on cost-saving compressed natural gas.

The district expects nearly $24,000 in extra expenses over the next eight weeks.

FSU graduate and retired Air Force pilot Joe Feheley said a daring rescue of two airmen in Iran earlier this month showed the military’s commitment to never leaving personnel behind + the Tallahassee resident now mentors new pilots using decades of combat experience.

Pete Holmes Live

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Moon — Tickets from $154 — Experience the hilarious live performance of Pete Holmes.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Pre Show Party

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Special kids pricing available — Experience the ultimate monster truck show featuring exciting new stunts and a Pre-Show Party with meet and greets.

TRE (Trauma/Tension Releasing Exercises) Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Abundance Wellness Center — Cost not specified — Discover methods to relieve stress and trauma through gentle exercises in a supportive environment.

Tallahassee Regional 2026

Apr 15-18 — Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center — Admission varies — Witness an exciting showcase of robotics innovation at this FIRST Robotics Competition.

Sol Ties - A Love Jones Vibe

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lobby Event Center — Experience a night of smooth R&B vibes and live performances in an intimate setting.

TMH Golden Gala 2026

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Admission varies — Experience a night with Grammy-nominated Teddy Swims supporting behavioral health services in the community.

Gladiator Challenge

12 – 4 PM — Christ Classical Academy — Entry fee may apply — A family adventure race with fun obstacles for all ages.

Tails & Trails Half Marathon

7-11 a.m. — J. R. Alford Greenway — $40 — Participate in a scenic half marathon winding through the lush Greenway and surrounding trails.