An unexpected birthday present leads to high-flying adventureGet Above It All in a Hot Air BalloonBy Ayanna ShieldsOur kids gave us what? Well, I don’t know.”That was the less-than-confident response of my wife, Syd, on learning that her 70th birthday…
Playground pleases kids, parentsBuilding a Better PlaygroundTallahassee Museum’s New Site Pleases Kids and ParentsBy Gina Davidson {mosimage}As a parent of small children, I’m always on the lookout for something fun to do – especially if it involves exercise (for them,…
Invented in Tallahassee, the SimpleShot will improve lives around the worldMother of InventionTallahassee Mom Kim Bertron Invents a Syringe That Could Save Lives Around The WorldBy Ashley Kahn Click for larger image with description. When Kim Bertron took…
Clinical ethicist Barbara Frye counsels individuals facing tough medical decisionsEthics On CallBarbara Frye Guides Families Through Tough Decisions in Times of Medical CrisisWorst-case scenario: You’re injured in a terrible car accident and are unconscious. Doctors have to make a decision…
The Last WordLet me tell you about TylerIndulging in the Unmitigated Joy of Bragging on My Grandson By Chuck Bowen I have to admit that the gregarious, full-tilt playtime activities of the boys north of the Mason-Dixon Line likely are no…
The Dogs of WarGiving meaning to ‘Man’s Best Friend’ By Jason CalabreseHaving recently finished my Army enlistment and returned to the States following my deployment in Iraq, I am constantly asked about my experiences. Friends and family are curious to…
The latest in home appliances, fixtures and designs from the 2007 Home Builder showNew, New ThingsInternational Builder’s Show Offers a Million Square Feet of Stuff You Can Live WithBy Rosanne Dunkelberger The annual International Builder’s Show is big – really,…
There are different methods for delivery. Pills, a patch, creams and the estrogen ring. There are many methods for delivery of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). The dosages and regimens vary, but HRT always is taken regularly – and for some…
Sleep affects every aspect of your life. Are you getting enough?Like the air we breathe, the water we drink or the blood that fills our veins, sleep is necessary to live. Maybe you are one of the few people who…
Get to know the “Funniest College Kid in America,” FSU student Sean G.
For more than a year now, I’ve been fixated on the past. In the run-up to this, our 30th anniversary issue, we’ve devoted major space to 16 retrospectives about various aspects of life in Tallahassee. Although I’ve only been with…
At age 94, Delmar Smith is Florida’s oldest barber with a career that spans generations.
No family should bother driving to the beach without these bare essentialsA Beach-Trip ChecklistCan’t Forget Those Sun-and-Sand ‘Essentials’ By Richard W. O’Donnell There was a time when Mom would slap together a few peanut butter sandwiches, grab an armful of threadbare…
Celebrating 10 years of top-notch entertainmentLooking Back, Looking AheadA Decade of Seven Days, Change Ahead in the FutureBy Rosanne Dunkelberger It was the mid-1990s, and Florida State University’s reputation as a football powerhouse was riding high after the team won the…
He’s the all-time winningest coach in major college football, leading the Florida State Seminoles to victory for 30 years now. What you may not know is that Coach Bobby Bowden has a personal battle off the sidelines.Diabetes: Coach Bowden’s Off-the-Field…
Sheila Breaux battles cancer and loses – but her story lives on. This and other articles explore important end-of-life issues.The New DayWithout looking back, the rabbit stretched itself tall and bounded eagerly toward the forest. It was on its way,…
A gaming novice takes on the latest systems in Next Generation gamingHi-Tech HorseplayA Novice Takes on Next-Gen GamingBy Jason DehartThirty years have passed since the grand old Atari 2600 and its kin created the video-game console market. Since 1977, home…
Musician H.J. Kuntry tours the U.S. one county at a time Kuntry RoadsHerbert “H.J. Kuntry” Carter Travels Back Roads and Byways to Sell Albums and Promote His Signature “Dixie Phonics” SoundBy Mackenzie TurbervilleThis is the all-time, No. 1 travel story that…
Enjoy the 2012 March/April issue of Tallahassee Magazine in a flip-book format.
For 18 years, Marie Livingston’s Steakhouse has fed Tallahassee residents its savory cuts of marbled beef, marinated in its signature secret sauce. The restaurant, which moved into its third location late last year on Apalachee Parkway, is a raved-about local…
In a completely unscientific poll, Tallahassee Magazine asked business leaders attending the annual Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Community Conference at the Hilton Sandestin about everything from their e-mail habits and hobbies to thoughts on oil drilling and the governor’s…
Tips from Tallahassee Realtors and Brokers The 7 Biggest Mistakes Home Sellers Make Tips from Tallahassee Realtors and BrokersBy Lilly Rockwell 1. Not inspecting or paying for a new roof: This is a new concern that has taken many home…
Saying farewell to the musical life to focus on home and family.
Scott Holstein Ether Harvey (center) works with Nelda Landen (left) and Wilhelmina Wester as they assemble a puzzle at Elder Care Services’ Elder Day Stay center. Around 5:30 a.m., long before the sun starts its shift, Debra Waters gets up…
Claire Clements and Brian RioStrike Up the Band, It’s a High School WeddingBy Lilly RockwellClick for slideshowBrian Rio and Claire Clements shared their first kiss as a married couple on the stage at Leon High School, a fitting moment for…
Angela Thompson and James MillerPersonalizing Their Perfect Garden WeddingBy Lilly RockwellClick for slideshowJames Miller knew soon after meeting Angela Thompson that he wanted to marry her. The couple met in Orlando and moved to Tallahassee together four years ago.After Miller…
Four couples tie the knot with four very different weddings that reflect their passionsWeddings with a TwistClick a thumbnail to see all the beautiful details Amy Freeman and Reed Odeneal Kristen Vocelle and Donny Barstow Angela Thompson and James Miller…
On the Move: Hunting gators in Seminole countryTrapping All ‘E’ GatorsWhat You Need to Know Before Dropping the Dime on a Neighborhood Alligator By Jason DehartIt’s a common scenario around Leon County and much of Florida. When alligators are on…
Sue Williams finds a new purpose for old fabricsWearable MemoriesMonticello’s Sue Williams Transforms Vintage Linens into Heirloom Dresses By Carissa NeffThe dresses speak for themselves. And it’s a good thing, too, because Sue Williams, their maker, is beyond modest, silent…
The Last WordUp Close with the Dalai LamaA Lesson in the Power of One, Multiplied By Ed MooreClick to enlarge Protocol dictates that one should be reverential when meeting one of the world’s foremost spiritual leaders, but the things that…
With Community Foundation, you don’t have to be a millionaire to give like oneGardeners of GivingThe Community Foundation of North Florida Fosters Local Philanthropic Efforts By Jennifer Ewing Carnegie, MacArthur, Ford, Rockefeller: These titans of industry have lent their names…
Liz Joyner encourages political opposites to disagree in a civilized mannerNo Diatribes AllowedThe Village Square Offers a Venue for People to Disagree Without Being Disagreeable Click to enlarge Liz Joyner is the founder of The Village Square, a nonprofit organization…
Soon, Tallahassee residents will be able to buy electricity at discount pricesGetting ‘Smart’ About Utility ServicesImagine Being Able to Monitor Your Electricity, Water and Natural Gas Consumption and Make Adjustments as Desired. That Money-Saving Option Soon Will Be Available to…
When it comes to fitness, don’t forget to train your brainDon’t ForgetLocal Experts Say It’s Possible to Improve Your Memory with Brain Training By Triston V. Sanders Have you ever bumped into a person and can’t remember his or her…
Folks who head to mountains of North Carolina when things get too hot at homeNorthern MigrationLocal Retirees Beat the Summer Heat with Part-Time Living in North Carolina By Lilly RockwellClick to enlargeOn May 15 each year, David and Judy Murphy…
The story of adventurer Achille Murat, Tallahassee’s prince and pioneerClick to enlargeThe Cracker PrinceEccentric Achille Murat Brought a ‘Royal’ Touch to Early Tallahassee By Gibby ConradOn March 4, 1824, Gov. William Pope Duval issued a proclamation stating that a site…
Kristen Vocelle and Donny BarstowPlanning a Wedding While Planning a Wedding BusinessBy Lilly RockwellClick for slideshow For most women, planning a wedding is an all-consuming task, the coveted opportunity to put years of daydreaming to good use. But for Kristen…
Amy Freeman and Reed Odeneal‘I Dos’ with the Environment in MindAmy Freeman and Reed OdenealBy Tori GibbsClick for slideshow Lately it seems as though everyone is going “green.” From paperless bank statements to compact fluorescent light bulbs and reusable shopping…
A letter from the editor of Tallahassee MagazineRecalling the Good Ol’ Days, When Summer Was FunBy Rosanne Dunkelberger, Editor Like every kid that is or ever was, I used to love, love, love summertime. School was out, and the days…
Tips and recipes for families on the go this summer seasonCool Food for Hot DaysStrategies for Creating Tasty, Nutritious Summer Meals to Enjoy at the Beach or PoolBy Lilly RockwellClick to enlarge It’s a Saturday morning, and suddenly you’re faced…
Readers choose their favorite restaurants, places to shop, entertainment and service providers.Best of Tallahassee 2006The savvy shoppers, daring diners and otherwise knowledgeable readers of Tallahassee Magazine have voted, choosing their favorites in categories ranging from best plumber to best weekend…
The votes have been counted, and now it’s time to discover the city’s finestBest of Tallahassee 2007 The savvy shoppers, daring diners and otherwise knowledgeable readers of Tallahassee Magazine have voted, choosing their favorites in categories ranging from best…
Your votes have been cast and the results are in! {nomultithumb} Best of Tallahassee 2008 The savvy shoppers, daring diners and otherwise knowledgeable readers of Tallahassee Magazine have voted, choosing their favorites in categories ranging from best brunch to…
Your votes have been cast and the results are in! Best of Tallahassee 2009 The votes are in and they’ve been tallied. Our readers have had their say. You chose your favorite places to eat, shop, get your nails done, purchase…
The readers have spoken. The votes have been tallied. It's official. Best of Tallahassee 2010 In the rollicking Cole Porter musical “Anything Goes,” lovesick stowaway Billy Crocker and evangelist-turned-chanteuse Reno Sweeney sing a duet listing things they consider “the top”…
