Apalachee Bay Maritime Heritage Paddling Trial Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The ribbon was cut Monday, May 13 in Wakulla County for the Apalachee Bay Maritime Heritage Paddling Trail system, a set of 10 saltwater paddling trails varying in length and difficulty.

Domonique Davis

Red Hills Horse Trials

This year’s Red Hills International Horse Trials, held at Elinor-Klapp Phipps Park, focused on Florida’s quincentenary and the role of the horse in the development of the Sunshine State. The horse trials boasted top riders from at least two dozen states and 10 different countries competing in show jumping, cross-country, dressage and more.

Tallahassee Top Salon

The 2013 Top Salon event, held at the University Center Club, pitted some of the best salons in Tallahassee against one another in a friendly competition. Salons turned out creative and dramatic transformations while attendees enjoyed an electrified atmosphere boasting a who’s who of the local hair industry. Local industry icon Ardan Morris won the Lifetime Achievement Award and emcee Daniel Lewis kept the crowd entertained with dance breaks and lively commentary throughout the event.

From Garden to Table: A Journey With Frances Mayes

A little bit of Tuscany came to Tallahassee when Goodwood Museum and Gardens hosted “Under the Tuscan Sun” author Frances Mayes. “From Garden to Table: A Journey With Frances Mayes,” which benefitted Goodwood, consisted of a Friday night dinner reception featuring recipes made famous in Mayes’ most recent book, “The Tuscan Sun Cookbook: Recipes from My Italian Kitchen.” Saturday’s event boasted a mock Tuscan marketplace and an opportunity to sample some of the various wares prevalent in Tuscan culture.

Tallahassee Northside Rotary Daddy Daughter Dance

Few people can make a little girl feel more like a true princess than her father. Such royal adoration was on full display at the Tallahassee Northside Rotary Daddy Daughter Dance at The Moon. Fathers and daughters of all ages stepped out in style, enjoying food, music and festivities at this popular annual event.

Triple R Horse Rescue Have A Heart 4 Horses

More than 200 people descended on the Bradfordville Blues Club to raise money for Triple R Horse Rescue during this western-themed event. The event featured a silent auction, sumptuous eats, dancing, karaoke and more. Monies raised help the organization continue its work with neglected and abused horses around the Big Bend region.

Purple Craze

A benefit for the Alzheimer’s Project of Tallahassee, Purple Craze lived up to its name both in terms of the sea of purple donned by attendees and the crazy good time shared by more than 250 people at this first-time event. Held at the Elks Lodge, the event boasted live and silent auctions, music from popular DJ Greg Tish, an array of hors d’oevres and desserts, the Photo Fun Booth and more. Local artists Pattie Maney and Mary Proctor were on hand selling custom art pieces.

32nd Annual Maclay Auction Motown Getdown

Parents, alumni, faculty and staff gathered for the “Motown Getdown” to bid on silent and live auctions to raise money for Maclay School. Held at the University Center Club, the evening included music from Atlanta group Complete Desire on Fire, who rocked the night away for more than 200 guests. This year’s auction was chaired by Kiki Dunton.

Tree House of Tallahassee Fast Cars & Mason Jars

Pure Southern charm and hospitality were on display during the 7th annual Tree House fundraiser. Held at The Farm, the event raises money to house and care for up to 200 abused and neglected children each year. The event featured silent and live auctions, an open bar and a sumptuous food spread.

Photos courtesy The Black & Hue Project

Top Salon 2013 Charity Check Presentation

Ardan’s Salon, along with model Anna Osborne, emerged victorious as the winner of the 2013 Tallahassee Top Salon contest. The salon’s charity of choice, Kidz1stFund, now receives a $5,000 media sponsorship courtesy of Tallahassee Magazine and a portion of the event proceeds, which was presented in a check to the group today at presenting sponsor Dr. Russell B. Rainey’s office. Kidz1stFund Chairwoman, Candi Fisher, was on hand to accept the donation on behalf of the organization. Kidz1stFund, started in 2011 by FSU coach Jimbo Fisher and his wife Candi, raises awareness and research dollars for Fanconi anemia, the rare disease that affects their younger son.

Holy Comforter Gala

A “Southern Soiree” was the theme at the Holy Comforter Episcopal School Annual Gala and Auction held at the University Center Club. The event was coordinated by the school’s parent association and featured both silent and live auctions, as well as live entertainment.

Photos provided by Holy Comforter

Downtown New Years Eve

Local residents came out in droves to celebrate the close of one year and the beginning of another at the Downtown New Year’s Eve celebration. Presented by the Downtown Business Association and the Downtown Improvement Authority, the community-wide party was held at Kleman Plaza and included food vendors galore, music from Sister Hazel and a midnight fireworks show. The event benefited America’s Second Harvest of the Big Bend.

Photos by Dana Woodward Peck and Christie Jacques

Tallahassee Magazine and 850 Celebration

Fans and friends of 850 and Tallahassee magazines gathered at Midtown Filling Station to celebrate local fitness studio Sweat Therapy’s Tallahassee Magazine cover photo and an 850 feature on local DJ/promoter Greg Tish.

Photos by Linda Belcher

Tallahassee Top Dog

Presenting the Tally Top Dog vs. Capital City Kitty contest held by local nonprofit group Be The Solution. The competition pitted local pooches and felines against one another in a quest to see which were among the most photogenic. Mary Huggins and Susan Teisciero of Wild Birds Unlimited and their dog, Emily, took home top honors.

Photos provided by Be the Solution

2013 Tallahassee Top Salon

This was our 3rd annual Tallahassee Top Salon event. It was held on February 23 at the University Center Club.

Photos by Gabriel Hanway

Goodwood Jams

The inaugural Goodwood Jams Benefit was a three-day celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of the site through the shared enjoyment of music. All proceeds raised will help support the preservation of the house and grounds as well as educational programs available to the public.

Childrens Home Society Wish Upon A Star

The Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) celebrated their mission to grant the wishes of youngsters in need at a casual, fun-filled evening complete with dinner, drinks, live entertainment, and silent and live auctions at Shiloh Farm.

2012 Brewfest

Once again, the Tallahassee Sunrise Rotary sold out its 6th annual beer, food, and music festival at the Tallahassee Automobile Museum. Patrons were able to sample more than 100 beers and enjoy an evening of festivity — as well as some “Gangnam Style” dancing.

Tallahassee Magazines Best Of Tallahassee 2012 Event

The area’s best restaurants, shops and service providers came out to be honored as Best of Tallahassee for 2012 during an event at Goodwood Museum & Gardens. Winners picked up their trophies and can display the Best of logo at their business throughout the 2013.

Florida State University Film School Gala

Florida State University Film School Gala The annual Gold Carpet Gala, hosted by the College of Motion Picture Arts, gathers donors and successful alumni in celebration of their graduating filmmakers.