Events

American short story writer and novel writer F. Scott Fitzgerald was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Sept. 24, 1896. Fitzgerald attended Princeton University to pursue writing, but didn’t finish.

All Saints Cinema, located in Railroad Square, will be holding a screening of the classic movie “Norma Rae” on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 4PM.

Florida is known as one of the world’s top tourist destinations, but the Sunshine State is also emerging as one of the top markets for high-tech development. On Thursday, April 18, the Florida Technology Council and Harris Corporation present the second annual Tech Day at the Capitol.

From April 2-4, advocates, legislators, state leaders, survivors and community members will join Sen. Lauren Book and the Lauren’s Kids Foundation for a continuous 42+ hour walk in honor of the more than 42 million survivors of child sexual abuse living in the United States.

Florida has a new governor, a new house speaker and a new senate president. With all the new beginnings, it’s nice to see that one tradition hasn’t changed.

Mark it in your calendars. Tuesday, Mar. 12, from 6PM-9PM is the fifth annual Red Dog Blue Dog Celebrity Bartender Benefit at Township Tallahassee.

For more than two decades, Tallahassee has been home to Red Hills Horse Trials, an annual event where the best equestrians from around the world compete. This year, the horse trials will take place March 7-10 at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park.

Visitors from around the nation and 35 different countries are among the expected 100,000 attendees descending on Miami Marine Stadium Park & Basin Feb. 14 through Feb. 18 for the 78th anniversary of the Miami International Boat Show.

Anyone interested in building, renovating, repairing or improving their home shouldn’t miss the 28th Annual North Florida Home Show, which will be held at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center Feb. 8-10.

If you’ve missed the Golden Globes and the Critics’ Choice Awards, fear not my fanatics. There’s still time to plan your Sunday night watch parties for your favorite television, film and music artists.

Rock By The Sea is teaming up with Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure to host national songwriters as they collaborate on an album.

Have you dreamed of picking through a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind finds? You won’t want to miss this year’s French Country Flea Market.

It is almost time for one of my favorite Tallahassee fall events: Elder Care Services’ Oktoberfest. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of this annual event and enjoy unlimited beer, beer tastings, unlimited wine, unlimited German cuisine, games, entertainment and a souvenir stein.

The Capital City is host to this year’s biennial meeting of the North American Butterfly Association (NABA) being held Sunday, Sept. 16, through Wednesday, Sept. 19, with presentations, workshops and several field trips planned across the region.

Garnet and gold, orange and blue, green and orange … the time has come. It is football season again. College Colors Day is the perfect kickoff to the school year and the start of college sports.

Aug. 26 is Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day: a holiday created to show gratitude to the men and women who risk their lives daily to ensure reliable delivery of electricity throughout Florida.

Local Gator fans say that when this organization meets, it’s civilization among the savages. On Wednesday, Aug. 22, the Capital Area Gator Club will welcome University of Florida Director of Athletics Scott Stricklin to the heart of rival territory.

Whether you’re a son of a sailor or a pirate approaching age 40, there’s a party waiting for you. On Saturday, Aug. 18, the Tallahassee Parrothead Club will be hosting its annual Parrothead Phrenzy to benefit The Alzheimer’s Project.

The 2018 Miss Florida crown goes to Taylor Tyson, a 23-year-old Palm Beach County native studying law at Stetson University. She graduated summa cum laude from Florida Atlantic University. She won $25,000 in scholarship money and the chance to compete in the Miss America Pageant on Saturday, Sept. 9.

Freshen up on fun facts with the whole family during trivia night at the Florida Historic Capitol Museum Thursday, July 19. This all-ages event offers teams of up to six members a variety of mental and physical challenges including puzzles, scavenger hunts, speed challenges and more.

No doubt you’ve caught a glimpse of this world famous hot dog eating contest, mesmerized by the technique, the style and the overall skill level of the contestants. Whether live or instant replay, you can’t help but stop and revere Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest.

In 1973, the National Trust for Historic Preservation established May as Preservation Month. Whether it’s the first place you traveled to or a landmark that reminds you of home, Preservation Month encourages people to share stories of the places that are significant to them and their communities.

Building on six years of successful events, Sweet South Cottage presents the 2018 spring French Country Flea Market.

Celebrate the spring season at the first-ever Spring Kids Festival at Bannerman Crossings on Saturday, March 24, from 11AM to 4PM. Sure to be an annual event, the festive celebration features fun for the whole family including bounce houses, arts and crafts, face painting, a photo booth and more.

Tallahassee will host the 3rd annual “Boss Women Weekend” March 24 and 25. The event provides networking, empowerment and educational opportunities to female professionals and business owners seeking growth in business and in their personal lives.

Local athletes over age 50 will compete in events including archery, basketball, cycling, pickleball, power lifting, swimming, tennis and track and field at locations across Tallahassee March 2-12.

Boy Scouts of America troops from across the state will unite at Florida’s capitol for its first-ever Scout Day on Tuesday, Feb. 20.

If fitness and nutrition are among your goals for 2018, mark your calendar for the Tallahassee Fitness and Food Festival on Saturday, Jan. 27, at the FSU Turnbull Center.

The Florida Capitol Press Corps will host the 63rd Annual Press Skits on Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 6:30-10PM at the Moon. The Press Corps will perform numerous skits based on prominent Florida politicians.

One of Tallahassee’s most notable historic homes invites you to feast on your favorite Southern food and support the facilities at the same time.