Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of June.
Good morning, Tallahassee.
Funeral services for a Tallahassee native killed in a Missouri skydiving plane crash last week have been announced.
Community members will soon gather to honor a local life, as officials detail the memorial plans.
Leon County hosted a storm preparedness event today at the Public Safety Complex.
Emergency Management Director Kevin Peters led a fun competition called Bucket Brigade + hands-on sessions on building hurricane kits and disaster readiness.
Local youth benefitted as the 2nd Annual Tallahassee Legends Youth Football Camp, recently held here, featured community legends (James Coleman, Amari Gainer, Pat Watkins and B.J.
Daniels) mentoring players in teamwork and sportsmanship.
UF/IFAS researchers at the Gulf Coast Research and Education Center are working to boost local craft beer production by supplying Florida-grown hops to brewers amid a slowing market & in mid-June they will plant promising hop cultivars in a large-scale field trial for further testing.
The 25th annual Artopia fundraiser took place Saturday night at Goodwood Museum and Gardens where donated art by leading local artists went to auction to support Big Bend Cares' HIV and AIDS treatment programs.
Proceeds from the event support food, transportation, housing and health care for clients in the Capital City region.
Gadsden Arts has received a $25,000 NEA grant supporting exhibitions that honor American heroes & civic contributions.
The museum features a local artist’s exhibit on view now & offers events on June 25, with another exhibition opening on Sept. 25 in Quincy.
The Council on Culture and Arts hosted a National Music Day jam session on Sunday at Cascades Park — local musicians gathered to play and showcase their talent.
The event celebrated live music and community creativity in Tallahassee.
A local organization hosted its first-ever awards show — part of its 6th annual empowerment festival — on Juneteenth in Tallahassee to honor freedom, resilience and unity.
The event celebrated the day that ended slavery in the U.S. while uniting the community.
35th Annual Tallahassee Model Railroad Show & Sale
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Sat), 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Sun) — North Florida Fair — Free entry — Explore over 40 vendors showcasing model trains and accessories for enthusiasts of all ages.
ServSafe Certification Class in Spanish
Fast-track your ServSafe certification — 4-hour class + exam — Hilton Garden Inn Tallahassee — From $159 — Gain your 5-year certification in one day with expert instruction and instant results.
Steve Sternberg Piano Performance
10 AM – 2 PM — Seven Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center — Free entry — Experience the captivating musical journey with pianist Steve Sternberg's energetic and playful compositions.
Tally Contra Dance
7:15-10 p.m. — Tallahassee Senior Center — $10 Adults, $9 Seniors, $6 Students, Free for Kids under 12 — Experience the energetic and welcoming world of contra dancing with live music and beginner lessons.
Infinity Con
10 AM – 1 PM — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Tickets required — Explore the universes of sci-fi, comics, and gaming with creators and events for all ages.
Live Music at Summers Smokehouse
6-9 p.m. — Summers Smokehouse — Free entry — Enjoy an unplugged evening with Aidan Patrick and friends in Tallahassee's local hotspot.
Together Festival
12:00 – 11:59 PM — Tom Brown Park — Family-friendly fun — Experience a full day of community, culture, and engaging activities for all ages.
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