Dermatology Specialists of Florida & Aqua Medical Spa in Tallahassee provide comprehensive dermatologic care, combining medical, surgical, and cosmetic expertise to treat the whole spectrum of skin health. Elizabeth Miller, APRN-C, sees patients full-time at the Tallahassee location. She earned…
After 21 years of transforming fine wine into life-changing opportunities for children, one of the Emerald Coast’s most beloved nonprofits is stepping confidently into its next chapter. This fall, the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation will become the Northwest Florida…
While summer means reprieve for most students, some of the finest football players in the country are gaining a vantage point they aren’t used to, dashing up and down the stairs at Doak Campbell Stadium. Preparation is underway for Seminole football,…
How many times have you driven toward I-10 and passed by the hard-to-miss Tallahassee Automobile Museum sign? If you haven’t made the leap off Mahan and turned onto its long driveway, you’ve yet to meet a hidden gem. Since its…
Where cotton once grew before the turn of the twentieth century, a lush botanical showcase now beckons one and all. Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park began its transformation from agricultural commodity to horticultural heaven when it was purchased in…
Whether you’re shopping for a spirited investment or chic game day find, it’s time to get decked out for the collegiate season Splurge This vintage DeLong jacket ($250) is an ideal statement outerwear pick for windy game-days—you can find it…
Selling your home is a life-changing decision, and staging it to show off the space in its best light is an important step. According to Shweta Kothari, founder of Tallahassee-based Indigo Home Studio, buyers are becoming increasingly aware of design…
Festivities were in the air on the plaza of 1102 South Adams Street on June 7: It was a party, after all. Under the setting sun, vendors lined the street, and a band was gearing up. All were welcome. Although…
Tallahassee’s golf scene continues to change for the better. Across the Capital City, historic clubs are being reimagined, championship courses are being renovated, and new ownership groups are investing millions of dollars into the future of the game. From Florida…
First Friday at Railroad Square Sept. 4 and Oct. 2 Come and support a variety of local businesses and galleries on the first Friday of every month at Railroad Square. Sample flavor-filled food while gazing at antiques, sifting through stacks…
Some things are felt long before they are seen. Memory, emotion, and lived experience all gather slowly, carried over time, shaping us from the inside out. They exist in a middle ground, both internal and external, present but not always…
In 1926, two men looked out upon a 37-acre dairy farm on the outskirts of Tallahassee, then a town with few paved streets and just 10,000 inhabitants. Where others saw grazing cattle, however, they envisioned an elegant Mediterranean-themed subdivision with…
The recent expansion of Le Point Pastry & Bakery is similar to the rise of one of its signature artisan breads—focaccia. But rather than warm water, yeast, salt, and flour to yield results, married owners Nelson Omana and Carmen Gonzalez…
Tallahassee has been ranked as one of the 20 Best-Run Cities in America for good reason. I moved from Utah to Tallahassee in 2004, and all of my favorite things about it not only remain but are even better today.…
When you lie yourself down to sleep, you want to ensure optimal comfort. From your head on the pillow to your toes tucked in tight, Bedfellows, North Florida’s premier linen boutique, is the expert in helping you find quality sleep. …
While you focus on the company and the game, it’s a relief to let someone else handle the cooking. Ready to think beyond traditional wings with chips and dip for your living room tailgate? There are plenty of concepts for…
It’s September in Tallahassee. Life is picking up speed, and traffic is slowing down. Golden hour feels more charged. The streets are packed again with energetic undergraduates finding their way, and a slew of talented new graduate students, professors, and…
Lakeside and under the watchful eye of a broad-winged hawk named Dauset, I met someone at Callaway Gardens who had the exact same birthday as me. Same day, year, everything, born just 12 hours apart. We both turned 30 recently…
Some buildings fade when their purpose ends; such has been the fate of many malls and movie theaters across America. Others find new ways to tell their stories. Alchemy Climbing, Tallahassee’s only rock-climbing gym, is fortunate enough to carry its…
Whether you’re new to town or an established local, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your space with subtle state spirit. All items found at Hearth & Soul. These Tallahassee photographs by Erich Martin (curated by Serena Moyle and Jay…
In 2026, a woman wearing pants is commonplace. Even sporting a tie barely bats an eye. This was not always the case, as women wearing menswear began as a revolutionary act. As early as the 1850s, feminists Susan B. Anthony,…
Fred and Doby Lee Flowers, Tallahassee natives, came from a long line of Florida A&M graduates who were committed to addressing the racial injustices prevalent in Tallahassee during the 1960s. Though they could have followed in their family’s footsteps and…
There are few places where you can wander from a whimsical parade of animals to a vintage circus sideshow before ending the evening with opera divas, fashion models, and ballet dancers sharing the same stage. But then again, there are…
February Harambee Festival Hosted by FAMU, the Harambee festival seeks to inspire “unity in the community.” This is an all-day event featuring live music, African drum and dance, spoken word, international food and vendors from across the region. On FAMU…
Downtown District/Marketplace BumbleBee Skincare and Waxing 359 North Monroe Street (850) 631-1868 bumblebeewaxing.com Downtown Farmers Market, Ponce de Leon Park At Park Avenue and Monroe Street (850) 224-3252 tlhdowntown.com/downtownmarket Elinor Doyle Florist 324 North Monroe Street (850) 222-1298 Nic’s Toggery…
Artist Series of Tallahassee Increasing the depth, diversity, and profile of classical music audiences in Tallahassee and greater North Florida by presenting an affordable five-concert season featuring a variety of leading classical musicians. (850) 445-1616, TheArtistSeries.org Challenger Learning Center Combining…
Freshwater Leon County Beaches Leon County Parks & Recreation (850) 606-1470 Tallahassee Parks & Recreation (850) 891-3866 Lake Hall Sandy beach; lifeguard, restrooms, boating, fishing, nature trails, and picnic tables/grills. Entrance fee: $6 per vehicle, up to eight people. 3540…
A.J. Henry Park 2701 A.J. Henry Drive This 72-acre gem amid Killearn’s seven northeast neighborhoods offers a playground, four picnic shelters, a large picnic pavilion, a boardwalk, trails, and plenty of shade. It can be accessed from Gardenview Way or Whitney…
Youth and Adult Team Sports Leon County Parks & Recreation leoncountyfl.gov/parks Tallahassee Adult Baseball League (ages 32+) tarbl.leagueapps.com Tallahassee Leon Babe Ruth Baseball (ages 13–15) tallahasseebaberuth.org Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Offers cheerleading, baseball, basketball, flag and tackle football, soccer, softball,…
MEDICAL FACILITIES Leon County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) (850) 606-2100 Non-emergency (850) 606-5808 Call or text 911 If you are in a life-threatening situation or need immediate assistance from the police, fire department or ambulance. HOSPITALS HCA Florida Capital Hospital…
Schools Local public schools are under the direction of the Leon County School Board. A wealth of information about local public education and individual schools is available on the district’s website at LeonSchools.net. The site includes information on registering new…
Animal Organizations Tallahassee–Leon Community Animal Services Center The center offers companion animals for adoption, provides care for impounded animals, helps lost pets return to their homes, provides microchip IDs for adopted pets, and provides humane euthanasia for terminally ill pets.…
Motor Vehicles & Licenses Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles fl hsmv.gov Leon County Tax Collector’s Offices LeonTaxCollector.net Driver’s License Persons living in Florida who want to operate a motor vehicle on public streets and highways are required…
Utilities City Utilities Services The City of Tallahassee Utilities, also known as Your Own Utilities, offers its customers a full range of utility services. These include electric, water, wastewater, stormwater, natural gas, and solid waste services, as well as a…
Whether you are moving to Tallahassee looking for a new job or following a loved one into town on their career path, a job search is probably on your horizon. Luckily there are several resources to aid in your job…
Welcome to Tallahassee—Florida’s vibrant capital, where centuries-old oaks line historic streets and a progressive spirit sparks fresh ideas. Whether you’ve just unpacked or are getting to know your new neighborhood, you’ve landed in one of the South’s most distinctive and…
Tallahassee is positioned 30.45 degrees north of the equator and 84.28 degrees west of the prime meridian. Its elevation is 203 feet above sea level. The city was incorporated on Dec. 9, 1825. It has a total area of 103.1…
Tallahassee, FL — July 2026 — As communities across North Florida prepared to celebrate Independence Day with family, friends, and fireworks, Tri-Eagle Sales took time to recognize the dedicated public safety professionals working throughout the holiday weekend to keep residents…
As fandoms collide, the Donald Tucker Civic Center transforms into a haven for cosplayers, gamers, and everyone in between. Join me as I explore InfinityCon, Tallahassee’s one-of-a-kind pop culture convention. Early on Saturday morning, I woke up bright and early…
Summer in Tallahassee means more time outdoors and more time in the Florida sun. Whether you are on the water, in the garden, or enjoying a long evening walk, your skin is working overtime this season. Your first line of…
Creativity may be something you’re rarely a solo pursuit. For some, the door to opportunity opens with formal education and hands-on skill development. Others take a circuitous route, discovering or reigniting long-abandoned talents after a lifetime of other pursuits. One…
In the Western world, the earliest iterations of wallpaper date back to sixteenth-century England and France. At the time, it was considered an affordable alternative to tapestries and other expensive wall hangings. The medium reached a peak in the eighteenth…
Something is brewing between Gadsden. It’s hard not to rubberneck on certain mornings when the traffic is a little thicker, and you may glimpse a hungry line filling the parking lot. Not just for weekends, Dear Sunday Cafe is changing…
More than textbook knowledge is needed for a child to thrive as an adult. They thrive thanks to lessons beyond the curriculum that foster leadership, confidence, curiosity, resilience, and emotional intelligence. When I read the inspiring stories in this issue…
JULY 4 CELEBRATE AMERICA The City of Tallahassee presents Celebrate America at Tom Brown Park from 6-10 p.m. Enjoy live music, children’s activities, food trucks, exhibitors, and a spectacular fireworks display. Free StarMetro shuttles from the former Sears parking lot…
A hot take: I love school. I have always loved school. I come by it honestly, from a heritage of educators most immediately (and notably) including my mother, who recently retired after an accomplished career teaching in gifted programs. In…
Along the Emerald Coast, cocktails arrive as cold, equal parts spectacle and refreshment. At Daytrader Tiki in Seaside, the escape begins the moment you trade your flip-flops for a barstool. Nikhil Abuvala’s concept leans into “chic tiki” with intention—no clichés,…
Lugging around your laptop, stocking the diaper bag away, or securing your everyday essentials in a trusted purse. From work to play and all that lies between, the receptacle we select to move our belongings matters. We no longer have…
When I joined She Who Walks, it felt like Cascades Park, I saw about 20 women gathered near the entrance, stretching and greeting one another with warm smiles. I felt a little shy as I first walked up to them,…
