Community Calendar

Water Ways: Indigenous Ecologies and Florida Heritage, opening in September 2025, uses “way” to explore how routes and paths shaped by water have influenced cultural geographies, and the methods, manners, and styles—“ways” through which Indigenous communities have expressed their relationships with water.

The exhibition aims to cultivate a deeper awareness of Indigenous material cultures and ecologies in Florida, in conversation with global perspectives from the Americas and Asia. Water Ways also invites reflection on pressing environmental issues—including water access, ecological change, and climate resilience—by highlighting how communities have long understood and responded to the challenges of living with water. It will feature historical objects from regional collections and MoFA’s permanent holdings, alongside works by three contemporary artists—Wilson Bowers, Harold Garcia V (El Quinto), and Samboleap Tol—whose practices engage with themes of Indigeneity, hydrology, and heritage in Florida and beyond.

The Museum of Fine Arts is proud to present Akimbo, the first solo exhibition by Florida State University alumna, Zoë Charlton, in her hometown, Tallahassee. Bringing together personal history and collective memory, the exhibition reflects on the ways in which identity is shaped through place. In Akimbo, Charlton reveals how memories and experiences accumulate across time, layering themselves within the Tallahassee landscape. 

At the heart of the exhibition is Paul Russell Road, a reimagined and meticulously crafted half-scale model of Charlton’s family home in Tallahassee. This upended house functions as a record of memory, an architectural tool that follows a blueprint informed by lived experience and historical recollection within this Southern landscape. In dialogue with the sculpture is Smokey Hallow, an animated film that evokes the vibrancy and loss of one of Tallahassee’s historic Black American neighborhoods during mid-20th-century urban renewal. Through evocative motion referencing the construction of homes, accompanied by natural and industrial sounds, Charlton develops a parallel record across different media. Together, these works operate as material and immaterial archives, mapping the intertwined histories of people, the built environment, and the landscapes that hold them.  

The Friends of Franklin County Public Libraries invite everyone to a delicious and fun-filled Souper Celebration, a Soup, Bread, and Book Sale Event on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Eastpoint Branch Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL. This event will be open to the public from 10 am - 2 pm ET. Members of the Friends have exclusive early access starting at 9:30 am. Also new members, renewing members, and those donating can get a Friends tote bag. This fun celebration will offer local culture and art, with live music from the “Ukulilies” and local artisans from the SGI Quilters and the Lanark Village Wandering Star Quilters showcasing some of their stunning local goods. This is a family friendly event and all are welcome.

This annual event features delicious homemade soups, freshly baked artisan breads and used books and DVDs. Local residents bring their delicious homemade soups from seafood bisques and gumbos to chili and Brunswick stew, along with freshly baked breads. With dozens of soups ranging from exotic to healthy to old-fashioned, visitors are encouraged to come early to get the best selection before they sell out.

The celebration highlights local culture and artistry, including a live performance by the “Ukulilies,” a talented group of ukulele players and singers known for their cheerful tunes and positive vibes. Their repertoire of sing-along songs is perfect for audiences of all ages, making it a delightful musical experience for the whole family. Adding to the day’s charm, the SGI Quilters and Lanark Village Wandering Star Quilters will showcase their beautiful handmade creations. These talented quilters celebrate the art of quilting as both a cherished tradition and a modern craft. Guests can admire their work and even learn more about this time-honored skill.

The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is a 501(c)(3) organization. The funds raised from the Souper Celebrations help the Friends to support the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle. The Friends supports many library programs like Summer Reading, Storytimes, Adult Crafternoons, STEM programs, Book Chats, and more.

Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council. For more information, please contact the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries at ffcplflorida@gmail.com or https://friendsfcpl.com/.

The Carrabelle History Museum is presenting a fascinating speaker program about the History, Culture, and Stories of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Florida on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ET at C-Quarters Marina, 501 St James Ave (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL. This program will feature Misty Penton, Bio Archeologist, Muscogee/Creek Storyteller and Tradition Keeper, Education Director of the Fred George Museum, and founder of the Wildwood Preservation Society. There is no charge for this event.

At this session, Misty will discuss the rich history, culture, and stories of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Florida, a people whose resilience has endured despite the hardships of the Trail of Tears and centuries of efforts to erase their identity. Learn how small groups avoided removal by hiding in the swamps of North Florida, preserving their traditions through strength and secrecy. Misty will share the enduring legacy of Ekvnv Hvtke Tvlwv (White Earth Tribal Town) located at nearby Blountstown, FL—the only ceremonial square grounds east of the Mississippi with unbroken ceremonies since prehistoric times. Discover the sacred art of shell carving, a tradition dating back to the Mississippian era, and explore how generational storytelling, oral traditions, and sacred ceremonies continue to guide and sustain the Muscogee people today. Through Misty’s presentation, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the enduring spirit of the Muscogee people and their unbroken connection to the land, culture, and ancestors.

Misty Penton is the Tradition Keeper and Storyteller for the Muscogee Nation of Florida and serves as the Education Director for The Museum at Fred George Park and Greenway in Tallahassee, operated by the Wildwood Preservation Society. She also works as the Museum Director/Curator for the Muscogee Nation of Florida and an Education Specialist at WFSU Public Media. Penton holds a Master of Science degree in Physical and Biological Anthropology from the University of Oregon and two Bachelor of Science degrees in Political Science and Anthropology from Florida State University. She grew up near the land that is now Leon County’s Fred George Park and Greenway and helped create a coalition to help found the new county park.

There is no fee for this program, but donations are gladly accepted to defray costs. Sponsored by C-Quarters Marina and Shaun Donahoe Realty. For more information, visit www.carrabellehistorymuseum.org or contact carrabellehistorymuseum@gmail.com or 850-697-2141. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Jefferson Arts Gallery 575 West Washington Street Monticello, FL 32344
invites you to the Opening of “Fibers are Fun”

Please join us for refreshments—12 Noon until 4 pm Saturday January 10, 2026

The exhibit will continue thru January 31, 2026

Alice Cappa will have a weaving workshop On Saturday January 31
Regular Gallery Hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10am until 2pm
(850) 997-3311 call for an appointment

Email : jeffersonartsgallery @gmail.com
Web site: www.jeffersonartsgallery.com
Facebook: JeffersonartsgalleryJAG
Or Jefferson Arts Gallery

Tuesday, January 13-Tuesday, February 24

Memories of Other Places, Other Times, is a collective exhibition celebrating the creative voices of the Artists’ League of the Big Bend of Florida. This dynamic showcase brings together a rich tapestry of artists whose work reflects the landscapes, stories, and remembered moments that shape both our region and the wider world. Memories of Other Places, Other Times honors the diversity, talent, and enduring creativity of the Artists’ League, offering visitors a vibrant and contemplative journey through art that echoes where we’ve been and the places we carry within us.

Join us for the Opening Reception on Tuesday, January 13th, from 5 PM-7:30 PM.
Muffins & Mimosas with Walk & Talk (with artists), Saturday, January 17th from 11 AM-12:30 PM.

Free entry for members. $5 non-members Open hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11 am-6 pm

Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit about Operation Husky, the invasion of Sicily. This exhibit will be on display from Tuesday, January 6, 2026 until Saturday, January 31, 2026. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no charge for admission, but donations are gladly accepted.

Operation Husky was the Allied invasion of Sicily in 1943, devised in North Africa as the Allies drove German and Italian forces from the continent and prepared to advance into Italy. The campaign relied on a series of top-secret deceptions—fake units, fabricated communications, and the famed British Intelligence ploy known as Operation Mincemeat, which persuaded Germany that Sicily was not the next target. It set in motion one of the largest combined operations of World War II, involving nearly half a million Allied personnel.

Highlights of this exhibit include a set of top-secret plans for the JOSS segment (3rd Infantry Division) amphibious landings near Licata, Sicily, along with details for CENT (Forty-fifth Division near Scoglitti, Sicily) and DIME (1st Division near Gela, Sicily), the other two American landing forces. This copy of the top-secret plans was printed just 20 days before the start of Operation Husky, which involved amphibious landing of infantry and armor as well as parachute operations by the 82nd Airborne. It is also a secret as to why the museum holds this set of plans.

Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum is located in Carrabelle, directly across from Carrabelle Public Beach Park at 1873 Hwy 98 West. For more information, contact the museum at (850) 697-8575, museum@campgordonjohnston.com and http://www.campgordonjohnston.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Muffins & Mimosas + Artist Walk & Talk

Saturday, January 17 • 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Join us at LeMoyne Arts for a warm and inspiring Saturday morning as we celebrate our newest exhibition, Memories of Other Places, Other Times, featuring the Artists’ League of the Big Bend of Florida.

Enjoy fresh muffins from Uptown Café & Catering, hot coffee, and our signature in-house mimosas as you explore this rich and atmospheric show. During our Artist Walk & Talk, you’ll have the rare opportunity to meet the exhibiting artists, hear the stories behind their work, and walk through the galleries with them for an intimate, in-depth look at their creative process.

This event is the perfect way to connect with some of the most talented artists in the region, discover new perspectives, and enjoy a relaxed community gathering in the heart of the arts district.

Free for members. $5 for non-members • All are welcome.

We can’t wait to share this memorable morning with you!

Don’t miss the 2026 Dealer Watch Party on January 17, 2026, at Tallahassee Harley-Davidson! Be among the first to see the brand-new 2026 Harley-Davidson lineup as we watch the official reveal together at the dealership.

We’re making it a full-on event with FREE pizza provided by Dave’s Pizza Garage, great vibes, and fellow riders who live for what’s next. Whether you’re ready to upgrade, planning your next ride, or just want to see the latest Harley innovation, this watch party is the place to be.

Come early, grab a slice, check out the bikes, and start the new year with horsepower, community, and good food—Harley style. 🏍️🍕

North America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Tallahassee, FL! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.

Each ticket includes our signature award-winning mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.