Community Calendar

Whether you have an interest in agriculture, are passionate about nutrition or simply love to write, we invite you to enter the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) Division of Food, Nutrition and Wellness’ (FNW) first-ever Florida Farm to School Essay Contest. The contest is open to Florida students in grades 9 – 12, including those in public, private and charter schools, as well as virtual and home-schooled students. This Farm to School Month, submit an original essay responding to one of our three topics – each designed to celebrate and reflect on the tremendous contributions of Florida farmers and the benefits of eating locally grown foods. We will choose three winners to receive up to $1,500 in college funding and meet Florida’s Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson – plus additional prizes, outlined below. Contest opens October 1, 2024 and closes November 15, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. Review official rules at https://farmtoschoolfl.com/essay

The parish's Friendship Circle members will present an array of handmade items that include clothing, blankets/quilts, arts and crafts, baked good and seasonal items. This two-day event is an opportunity to buy handmade holiday gifts or items for your home that reflect the unique and the boutique. Proceeds from the event will provide food for hundreds of families in need and support other church mission programs. Admission is free and payments may be made by cash or check.

This event takes place for two days: Sat., Nov. 9, 2024 and Sun., Nov. 10, 2024, from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm.

Two hundred years ago, on March 4, 1824, Governor William Duval announced Tallahassee as the site for Florida’s new capital city. Local lore attributes the decision to two commissioners sent on a legendary journey, however, Tallahassee’s tale begins much earlier. In this temporary exhibition, the Florida Historic Capitol Museum invites you to explore the historical actions and power struggles that defined early Tallahassee and led to the city Becoming Florida’s Capital. On display from March 1, 2024 through January 5, 2025, the exhibition and related programming complement the City of Tallahassee and Leon County bicentennial commemorations.

Aviary: SAQA International Quilting & Fiber Art

Save the date - opening September 20, 2024!

Curated by Martha Sielman, Executive Director of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA), this exhibition titled Aviary: SAQA International Quilting & Fiber Art presents fabric and fiber masterpieces from over 16 countries that interpret bird life in stunning detail. Special programs and workshops will be offered throughout the run of show - keep an eye on our website for details! To book a guided tour for any group of four or more people, contact Kaiyla Thompson, Museum Educator, (850) 627-5023.

Brenda Francis: Winging It
September 20 – December 14, 2024

Explore Brenda Francis's captivating series of oil paintings that beautifully capture the diverse avian and environmental life of Florida. With her mastery of medium and color, Francis skillfully depicts serene scenes of Florida birds in their natural habitats, showcasing the intrinsic beauty of both the birds and their surrounding environment.

Howdy from the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library System! We are thrilled to welcome local artist Tom Mitas as he exhibits his collection of Western themed paintings featuring cowboys, cattle, and horses.

Artist biography: Tom Mitas moved to Tallahassee in 2005 after accepting a contract with the Florida Department of Health to develop computer software. He bought a home and fell in love with the community: the closeness and wide open spaces, the greenery, animals, seashore, and friends he made. Tom drew often as a teenager and young adult, even while in the US Marines, but as an adult, his children, family, and work took priority. He did some wood carving and began to paint a few years ago after his wife gifted him an easel. He took classes in Havana and at the Tallahassee Senior Center, becoming enamored with oil and acrylic painting. Several of his pieces won awards at the Tallahassee Senior Center and North Florida Fair.

This ace-high exhibit will be on display at the Eastside Branch Library from October 16th through November 30th, 2024.

Throughout Eluster Richardson’s career, his daughter Jasmine has been the subject of many of his compelling portraits. Starting when Jasmine was just two years old, these paintings celebrate Jasmine’s life and Richardson’s love for his daughter.

Image: Eluster Richardson, Portrait of a Princess, 2019, oil on canvas

The Carrabelle History Museum is proud to announce the expansion of its Military Veteran Tribute Exhibit, in honor of Veterans Day, which pays tribute to several local men who served in the armed forces from WWI to Vietnam. This deeply meaningful exhibit has resonated deeply with the community and the families of these veterans and will soon include a new honoree. The identity of this local veteran will be revealed at a grand reopening reception.

The expanded exhibit will continue to honor several other military veterans with deep ties to Carrabelle, showcasing their stories of service and sacrifice. The reopening reception will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on Sunday, November 3, with a special tribute to veterans past and present. The exhibit will run from Sunday, November 3, through Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Carrabelle History Museum. Visitors are welcome on Wednesdays from 12 to 5 pm, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10 am to 5 pm, and Sundays 12 to 5 pm. Admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted.

The exhibit features a variety of fascinating artifacts generously shared by the families of these men and on loan from the Camp Gordon Johnston Museum, offering a glimpse into their military service and lives. Tamara Allen, Director of the Carrabelle History Museum, expressed her appreciation, saying, “I’ve heard from several family members and have even had the privilege to show the exhibit privately to some. The reception this display has gotten from them and from our community as a whole has been heartfelt and positive.”

The museum extends a special thanks to the families of the honored veterans for sharing their stories and treasured items. Additionally, the museum is grateful for the support of Lisa Keith-Lucas and Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, whose invaluable collaboration helped make the exhibit possible. The Carrabelle History Museum warmly invites the public to visit and celebrate the legacy of these local heroes.

The Carrabelle History Museum is located at 106 SE Avenue B, in historic downtown Carrabelle, FL. 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 W. Washington St in Monticello invites you to the Opening of Bill Moon's Love Affair with Wood Carving on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Please join us for refreshments 12 Noon until 4pm. The exhibit will continue thru November 9, 2024. Regular gallery hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10a-2p.

From its humble origins as a log cabin to today’s 22-story skyscraper, Florida’s Capitol has undergone significant change over the past two centuries. Join us as we explore the history and preservation of Florida’s Capitol buildings. Create your own model of Florida’s Historic Capitol to take home and visit the Florida Historic Capitol Museum next door.