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THE NEW TCC School Turns 50 With Its Eyes On the Future

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Tallahassee Community College, an institution of higher learning dedicated to accessibility, affordability and relevance, is turning 50. We look back at its impact on the lives of students through the eyes of five distinguished graduates, one from each of the school’s five decades, and peer into its future.

126 Eating Responsibly and Well

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We offer a guide to eating in ways that are kind both to your body and to the environment. Hint: unadulterated foods consumed just the way Mother Nature serves them up are hard to improve upon. And we find that there are foods that truly do build strong bodies in multiple ways.

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SNAPSHOT Volunteer litter patrols see to the city’s curb appeal.

TRENDS Practical, attractive scarves perform double duty.

CHAT Distinguished women receive Pinnacle Award.

NUMERATOR Find resolutions hard to keep? You’re part of a big club.

DECOR Accent your favorite soft spot with the perfect throw.

A BETTER YOU In putting your best face forward, don’t overlook your brows.

144 CULTURE FEATURE Northwest Florida is becoming a concert corridor.

CLICK Smartpen simplifies note taking. PERSONALITY Customer knowledge is key to customized Saramonies.

GREAT OUTDOORS Flounder fishing gets hot when the water cools.

EXTRA Meet the members of FSU’s richly talented women’s basketball team.

HERE TO HELP Young people transition from foster care to independence.

LIFE FEATURE Tallahassee is honored by the advent of a new national cemetery.

AGENDA Awards, accolades, promotions and other news of note.

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SPOTLIGHT For sculptor Kenn von Roenn, glass is a gas.

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CALENDAR ’Tis the season of an endless variety of events.

Now is the time to cultivate a relationship with winter lettuce.

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SOCIAL STUDIES A roundup of the fall season’s events.

GETAWAYS B&Bs provide a nice coastal alternative to condos.

189 THE BUZZ Good times and the people who buzzed there.

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DINING GUIDE The best places to sup and sip.

in every issue 22 Publisher’s Letter 24 Director’s Column 26 Feedback 202 The Last Word

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It’s not easy to typify a Tallahassee Community College student, a truth illustrated by Anaisis Diaz, a married mother of two who, fueled by a desire to become a healing and successful presence in the world, is pursuing a degree in nursing. Read more about her remarkable story on page 16. Photo by Dave Barfield

PHOTOS BY DAVE BARFIELD (48), MATT BURKE (98, 195) AND SHELLY SWANGER (144)

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When Anaisis Diaz was growing up in Miami, she had a habit of teasing her big sister Anaxis, six years her senior, about her chosen career path. “Who could be a nurse? That’s so gross,” Anaisis would say. As it turns out — big sister knew best. “I never wanted to become a nurse until I started working at the hospital,” recalled Diaz, 27, who’s now in her final semester at Tallahassee Community College’s registered nursing program. “My sister helped me get a job as a unit secretary, and I got to see what the nurses did and how they interacted with the patients. All of a sudden it became a passion of mine.” Diaz emigrated from Cuba in 1995 with her family. She was 7 years old. She says they won the lottery coming to America. In reality, that’s exactly what happened. Her parents and three siblings were chosen via the Special Cuban Migration Program that began in 1994 under the Clinton administration. After friends and neighbors in Cuba discovered their intentions to relocate, her parents lost their jobs and struggled to survive until their departure date over six months later. Luckily, they had guava and avocado trees growing in the backyard for sustenance. “We were on the first plane out,” she said. Once in Miami, Diaz — a self-described “country Cuban girl” — had a hard time adjusting. English came easier to her and her siblings than it did her parents, who both took on multiple jobs to help propel the family up the socio-economic ladder, but the language barrier made schooling difficult. Gradually though, things started to catch on. She earned her licensed practical nursing degree straight out of high school in 2006. Not long after she received her pin, Diaz ran into her friend’s big brother at a family wedding. Something about James looked … different. “We totally knew a month into dating,” said Diaz. She and James will be celebrating their sixth wedding anniversary this year. “It was almost like we were saved for each other. That sounds cheesy.” As a nurse, Diaz knew she could find work anywhere. So when James graduated from Florida State University and quickly landed a job in the Capital City, Tallahassee became the young couple’s new home. “We love it here. We really want to be here. It’s so family friendly.” After the birth of their first child, Anabelle, Diaz knew she wanted to continue on with her nursing education. Following the birth of their son, Alec, in 2014, she knew she had to. TCC’s RN program was the perfect stepping stone to her goals of becoming a nurse practitioner. “It’s hard,” she assured. “Especially when you have kids, but this program is so great.” Scheduled to graduate this spring, Diaz only has one real question left: Neonatal or dialysis? // CHAY D. BAXLEY

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easily could affect Walton County for the next 20 years or more. Reasonable people can agree that the Confederate flag has a place in our history, but not in our present, not in our hearts. As a symbol, it is today inseparable from hatred and bigotry. It’s a swastika, a step backward. For decades, Northwest Florida tourism officials, business people and residents have tried to live down the area’s reputation as the Redneck Riviera. That brand had faded, in large part because of a rebounding economy, progressive leadership and investment in the region by major corporations and smaller businesses. Then came the regressive vote by Walton commissioners, an action that restored “Redneck Riviera” to flaming crimson. No collection of rebel flag wavers will emerge to make up for the revenue Walton County has lost and could lose owing to the commissioners’ vote. Walton County likely can say goodbye to the African-American leisure and business market and to corporate meetings arranged by decision-makers who are sensitive to American ideals. And the ripple effect won’t stop there. All other things being equal, site selectors representing businesses looking for places to land will steer clear of a county seen to cling to the 19th century. Consider, too, the sales tax revenue associated with that lost business, revenue which is used to build schools, roads and other public amenities and to maintain the high quality of life that people have come to expect. That lost revenue, then, is likely to equate to an increase in taxes. Tallahassee Magazine, EC Magazine, 850 The Business Magazine of Northwest Florida and the entire portfolio of titles at Rowland Publishing urge the residential and business communities of Walton County to stand up and send a strong and unequivocal message to Sara Commander, Bill Chapman, Bill Imfeld and Cindy Meadows, the four commissioners who voted to send Walton County back to one of the saddest times in our nation’s history. If they will not reverse their decisions — or have not already — then it will be time that Walton County voters fire them at the polls. It’s the right thing to do. SCOTT HOLSTEIN

I wrote the following column for publication in EC Magazine, whose circulation is concentrated (for now) in Okaloosa and Walton counties, but I find that it is appropriate, too, to the readership of Tallahassee Magazine. The vote by the Walton County Commission to continue flying a Confederate flag at the courthouse in DeFuniak Springs has not been seen merely as a reflection on four individuals, but on our area as a whole. And we will remain tarnished until the action is reversed. It is time that we all heed the post-war advice of Robert E. Lee and “obliterate the marks of civil strife and commit to oblivion the feelings it engendered.” — B.R. I hope that by the time you read this the Walton County Commission will have come to its senses and made the wise decision to remove the Confederate “Stars and Bars” flag from the lawn in front of the County Courthouse. Left unreversed, the vote by four county commissioners to continue to fly the Confederate flag stands to affect every Walton County business and every resident of the county on every side of the issue. Let’s take a dispassionate look at the consequences the flag decision could produce. Tourism is the lifeblood of Walton County and produces 52 percent of the tax revenue collected by the county each year. The flag vote triggered an almost immediate reaction by the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, which withdrew plans to hold its annual retreat at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in 2016 and now plans to hold its 2017 meeting outside Northwest Florida. Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum decided not to attend this year’s retreat in Sandestin despite the significance of the gathering for Tallahassee’s business leaders and public officials. The Chamber convention represents a quarter-million dollars in business to the host resort, alone. The Hilton, as a large brand, can absorb the loss, but it may be enough to affect employment levels at the Sandestin property and to have serious impacts on individuals. Walton County is home to numerous small businesses that rely heavily on dollars brought to town by visitors. If tourism is affected generally by the flag flap, they may not have enough financial staying power to survive. While BP dollars flowed into the county following the Deepwater Horizon disaster, there will be no “Stars and Bars Disaster Recovery Fund.” Left unreversed, the regrettable decision regarding the flag, as county commissioners should have known, will have significant and deleterious ramifications for Walton County both as to its economy and its reputation. We are talking about a cultural moment that

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sensibilities that couple a room full of men with bleeding hammers, a newborn baby with wild wolves, sad forests with dead oceans, misty mountains with crooked highways. Watson computes, too, that he has never known love. “Maybe we should write a song together,” Dylan proposes. Yes, well, we all should write a song together. When Mr. Guthrie penned “This Land is Your Land,” he produced an anthem that was be-all and end-all — and for all — from California to the New York island. We’re all in this together, and we have limited land to stand on. Long before there existed driverless cars or fossil fuel consumption or gunpowder or Homo erectus, terrestrials took a big leap of faith in leaving the waters of the water planet. Writes the poet and novelist Jim Harrison, “We all stay quiet about it, this blessed oxygen that makes our world a crematory. Only the water is safe.” That is, Watson, only community will keep us safe. Finally, the gizmo tells the bard that he can sing and then synthesizes, “Do be bop be bop a do do be do be do do do do be do,” as Dylan gathers up his guitar (electric) and, disgusted, exits stage right. Never would a Watson come by Dylan’s nasalin’, a saxophone’s wailin’, a fog liftin’ or a wheat field wavin’. And Watson, know this. When Bob Dylan tells you that you can’t sing, that means something. MATT BURKE

You saw it, probably — the television commercial in which Bob Dylan carries on a conversation with a gizmo that represents Watson, the IBM computer system that is said “to mirror the same learning processes people have through the power of cognition.” The inflectionless gizmo reports to Dylan that it has, in an effort to improve its language skills, read all of the poet’s lyrics. Watson assures Dylan that it can read 800 million pages a second, and Bob, gray on gray, concedes, “That’s fast.” So it is we begin to wonder whether there is anything that Watson cannot do better and faster than human beings. What will be left as uniquely human as the pioneers of artificial intelligence and increasingly sophisticated robots go marching on? Dylan’s evolution as an artist, many times chronicled, was not the product of a plan or deliberate decision-making or strategies, tactics and action steps. He departed Minnesota for the (east) coast having grown enamored of Woody Guthrie. His mission was simple. He just wanted to meet the Dust Bowl Poet, hoping that something special would rub off. Dylan soon would attract a reputation as a walking Woody Guthrie jukebox, and meanwhile learn that the genius of poetry derives from uniting things that would not seem to go together. That, too, is the genius of innovation, author/entrepreneur/consultant Frans Johannson, who grew up black in Sweden, told Gulf Power’s economic symposium in October. He cited innovators who united bikinis and burqas to arrive at practical swimwear that even a Saudi woman can wear and meshed termite mounds and architecture in developing a building that stays cool — in Zimbabwe — without air conditioning. It is this kind of genius that Watson may struggle with, the peculiar intelligence and

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WHEN FISHING LAKE JACKSON, FEATHERS ADD TO THE FINS Atop my little white kayak, I moved to inspect material, some pink, some white, clinging to vegetation emerging from the waters of Lake Jackson. The stuff comprised eggs, I was to find. Future apple snails, the food preferred by a rare bird, the limpkin, whose cries defy description. I had come to the lake to fish, and I would succeed at that. Jackson would yield four bass, two of them quite presentable. But I was much distracted by bird life — herons and egrets and black birds with red wings. As I neared a reedy shoreline, I was startled by screams — keEEEuur, keEEEuur — alternated with heavy wooden clucking of a sort that Foghorn Leghorn might produce if cluck he did. The sounds escaped two foreign seeming wading birds that looked like they may have gotten lost on their way to Australia. The pair ignored rules typically observed by limpkins, birds that lead solitary existences mostly and tend to reserve their wailing for after sundown. They did not spook easily, bumping along in short flights only after I had approached to within camera-phone range. I was reminded of a trip to Lake Tohopekaliga near Kissimmee. A friend and I hired a guide who put us on one small largemouth and a pickerel (only), but salvaged the trip by leading us to a sighting of another snail-eater, the endangered Everglades snail kite.

(I suggested the guide reposition his business as “Bird Tours.” He said he’d think about that.) I was transfixed by the limpkins, but something impelled me to look skyward. Aloft was a bald eagle that sailed over my position and landed near the top of a mighty tree next to a house that Thomas Jefferson might have cottoned to. A vast contrast to the kiwis with wings that had commanded my attention. For an ornithological high, Jackson is lake superior. A jewel in the mist in our midst.

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Keep Tallahassee-Leon County Beautiful is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization that is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. It is dedicated to keeping our community clean by educating people about waste management and recycling. KTLCB, along with the City of Tallahassee, facilitates the Adopt a Street program in which groups, organizations and businesses including Rowland Publishing assume responsibility for keeping a length of roadside clean and litter-free. Each group performs at least six cleanups a year for a minimum of two years. KTLCB provides assistance including pickups of more than five garbage bags, supplying items including trash bags, pickup grabbers, gloves and vests and recognizing the participating groups as community leaders by placing a sign with their name on it on their adopted street. These bimonthly cleanups of Tallahassee’s roadsides have a significant impact on our community. They encourage residents to take direct action in the maintenance of our city and lead them to discover firsthand the extent of the littering problem. Too, the program saves taxpayer dollars that may then be used for other purposes. Diana Hanson, KTLCB program facilitator, thinks the program is an excellent way to introduce people to the importance of community service. “It’s very gratifying; you can see that you made a difference right away,” she explains. She tries to make street assignments that are close to a group’s neighborhood, school or place of business so that they will feel attached to it and can easily keep an eye on it. “Streets that are adopted have a very noticeable difference,” Hanson said. “People don’t think twice about littering if they see litter already there, and that’s why keeping it clean is so important.” To adopt a city street, Participants in the call Diana Hanson at (850) Adopt a Street 545-6507. To adopt a road program not only at the county level, call Tom contribute to Jackson at (850) 606-1400. maintaining our community’s neat To adopt a highway at the appearance, but state level, call Steve Liner also save taxpayer (850) 410-5758. LAWRENCE DAVIDSON

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2015 Pinnacle Awards Cecilia Homison, Dot Trotman-Ealy Represent Tallahassee Among the Winners By Linda Kleindienst

THE 10 NORTHWEST FLORIDA WOMEN, including two Tallahassee residents, chosen to receive a Rowland Publishing 2015 Pinnacle Award have distinguished themselves professionally and as unselfish community volunteers. The honorees are equal parts business acumen and genuine compassion and represent pursuits ranging from fundraising and entrepreneurship to financial services in the case of Cecilia Homison and Dot Trotman-Ealy’s role as a market manager for a radio group. The honorees were feted at the second annual Pinnacle Awards luncheon, held at the WaterColor Inn and Resort. That event’s success was due in large part to the generous support of presenting sponsor Gulf Power Co. and sponsors St. Joe Company/St. Joe Club and Resorts and the Destin law firm of Matthew & Jones, LLP. Pure 7 Studios supplied photography services. Linda Kleindienst, the editor of 850 — The Business Magazine of Northwest Florida, and Rowland Publishing president Brian Rowland presented custom crystal awards to the honorees. Following are profiles of Tallahassee Pinnacle winners Homison and Trotman-Ealy.

CECILIA HOMISON oving to Tallahassee wasn’t in the plans for Cecilia Homison and her husband until her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and the couple found themselves making frequent treks to Florida from their home in Charleston. One day they decided they weren’t in the right place, and during a 30-minute discussion agreed to relocate to Northwest Florida. In 90 days they sold their home and changed their lives, “showing that sometimes doors open when you take a step on faith.” Homison, 52, who started her career as a CPA in Atlanta, is now CEO of First Commerce Credit Union, where she has been for 15 years (nine of them as chief financial officer and six as CEO). She loves the uniqueness of the credit union industry and the close connection it has with the community First Commerce serves. “We have a unique footprint,” she says. “We are chartered to reach out to our community at a different level, and we feel good about it.” Her role models for success are her parents, who grew up poor but are successful today. “They taught me that life will be what you make it. I admire their tenacity. They went after it and made it happen,” she says. “It made me what I am.” A strong believer in mentoring (she and her husband have been doing marriage mentoring at their church for 10 years), she established a yearlong small group program for non-managerial employees five years ago. “We teach them that everyone can lead … and it’s been a phenomenal success.”

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hen you work as a waitress, you learn to communicate — as well as handle the good, bad and ugly that customers will hand you each day. “If you can handle any of those situations, you will make a great salesperson, because you are selling yourself,” says Dot TrotmanEaly, 55. And today, she puts those communications skills learned in her first paid job to work in her role as vice president and market manager for Cumulus in Tallahassee, where she oversees five radio stations and 50 employees. Trotman-Ealy’s career has been focused on the media, working in print, TV and at an advertising agency. But she always came back to her favorite — radio. “It’s the theater of the mind,” she says. “You can be as creative as you want to be.” Six years ago, she used that creativity to come up with the idea for Cumulus to sponsor an annual “What Women Want” event, which promotes local businesses and now attracts up to 5,000 women. If the radio station doesn’t give back to the community it serves, she avers, it has no purpose. Asked the most important part of her job, she quickly replies, “Listening. I wasn’t always a good listener growing up (in Jasper, Florida). You tend to think you know it all until that one customer tells you, ‘That’s not what I said.’ I learned the hard way to shut up and listen. It’s why we have two ears and one mouth.” n

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New Year’s etiquette is a powerful concept, driving people to create an alternate lifestyle. From losing 10 pounds to quitting smoking or even re-doing the kitchen, 45 percent of Americans make resolutions each year. The bad news? Only about 8 percent stick with their lifestyle changes. Research shows that within the first week, 75 percent of people are still up for the challenge. After one month, 11 percent of people opt out. Millennial’s prove to a have a higher success rate than Baby Boomers by 25 percent, but their numbers still continue to dwindle as time goes on. According to Kim Bibeau, co-founder of Sweat Therapy Fitness, a similar effect is seen in the fitness world — with a surge in membership at the start of the New Year. “Usually if people aren’t seeing changes within six to eight weeks they start to fade,” said Bibeau. “ … It all comes down to what people want, and what their goals are.” Check out the top New Year’s resolutions for 2015 and those that were broken most often and see how the lists compare with your experience. // ANJELICA MACGREGOR

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Staying warm while looking cool — it’s the ultimate winter wardrobe conundrum. This season, fashion mavens are recommending four distinct scarf styles that offer the perfect combination of practicality and panache. According to Carrie McNeill, owner of Cole Couture, mastering chunky, cashmere, infinity, and blanket scarves means weaving in classic patterns with these fresh wraps. “Scarves are our favorite winter accessory,” said McNeil. “One of (Cole Couture’s) top picks for printed scarves is plaid, on trend again this season.”

THE GUIDE CHUNKY SCARF When wearing a chunky scarf, allow the scarf to reach below the midsection. One wrap around the neck adds a chic touch to any casual outfit. Pick colors mirroring shades of your outfit for a fun but polished style, or for a bolder look pick an offset color. CASHMERE SCARF For warmer days, the cashmere scarf is a classic item. “Dress up with a soft cashmere scarf in luxurious classic colors to exude elegance,” coached McNeil. Tie the scarf however many times you want to dress up an everyday ensemble. Two wraps around the neck will make the scarf fuller, while adding depth to the outfit. INFINITY SCARF Similar to the chunky scarf, this foolproof scarf does not have to be tied. Once placing the hoop around your head, you can wrap the scarf up to four times for a cozy, fireside look. Try this scarf in neutral shades of white, nude, grey and black.

BLANKET SCARF “Why settle for less when you can have more,” joked McNeil. This scarf and jacket combo is the perfect night out item. Made for warmth, it can be dressed up or down. Unlike regular scarves, this also does not need to be tied. // ANJELICA MACGREGOR SHOP THE STORY

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BROW-WOW A How-To on Harnessing the Power of Your Eyebrows By Chay D. Baxley EVER SINCE PONCE DE LEÓN’S MISSION to find the Fountain of Youth turned up diddly, mankind has been resigned to the fact that growing old Easily overlooked, is inevitable. Considering the billions of dollars thrown at the global beauty eyebows deserve industry each year, though, it seems we’re still not quite as comfortable with close attention as an important the notion of actually looking older. facial feature, says Interested in presenting an air of youth? Then perhaps it’s time to take an makeup artist inquisitive look in the mirror to see what your eyebrows are saying about you. Randi Buchanan. “The ‘youthful look’ definitely means full brows,” says Veronica Schultz, hairstylist and makeup artist at Haute Headz salon. For Schultz, a polished look begins with well-groomed brows. When time is of the essence, her product of choice is always brow pomade, a creamy product applied with an angled brush. For centuries, humanity’s two furry patches of facial hair have captivated cosmetologists of the ancient and modern worlds alike. According to Randi Buchanan, owner and makeup artist at Tallahassee’s Randi Buchanan & Co., there’s a simple reason for everyone’s infatuation. “Brows shape our eyes,” Buchanan explains. “Eyes are the focal point of our face. So (eyebrows) really help in drawing attention to one’s self in hopefully a flattering way.”

If you haven’t been paying attention over the last millennia or so, you might figure that today’s trendy fuller eyebrow started with the modeling industry’s newest darling, Cara Delevingne. Those with longer memories can trace the casual-cool look back to the 1980s, when Brooke Shields rocked her bushy arches all the way to the cover of Time magazine. In the mid CARA DELEVINGNE ’70s, the late Margaux Hemingway made the look all her own with her strong yet casual eye-enhancing coiffure. While these champions of style certainly furthered the importance of eyebrows along in the beauty chronicles of history, they hardly put them on the map. That distinction dates back to ancient Egypt, to the likes of Nefertiti (1370–1330 B.C.) and Cleopatra (69–30 B.C.). For eons, ancient Egyptians were in the habit of keeping their persons completely devoid of hair. After the removal process was complete, men and women alike took to painting on a thick, black, sculptured brow with galena (a lead-based mineral) to create an intense look and to pay homage to their falcon-eyed god, Horus. Later, in ancient Greece as well as Rome, unibrows on women were considered the utmost in femininity. Wealthier members of the Roman Empire could afford to use tree resin to adhere dyed goat’s hair to their brow bones to obtain a fuller look. After experiencing a brief period of disconnect during the Elizabethan era — when the fashion of the day for ladies consisted of removing eyebrow hair entirely, as well as plucking one’s hairline back to create the once-coveted egg-head shape — big brows made their first major appearance in the New World, circa 1700. Along with their powdered dos, proper ladies favored the soft and voluminous appearance of gluing mouse fur to their eyebrows. These days, while pasting rodent pelt to one’s face is a bit taboo, bold brows are once again all the rage.

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1 Know what to look for. To find everyone’s own uniquely perfect brow, makeup artists such as Veronica Schultz and Randi Buchanan subscribe to a readily available formula that focuses on the angles of the face and eye. Starting at the nostril, begin by following an invisible line straight up the face to determine the proper placement of the innermost corner of the brow. To get the arch of the brow just right, align the highest point (remember, not too high now) with the outer corner of the iris. Both artists agree that individual brow length should always follow the shape of the eye — extending ever-so slightly beyond the edge of your eye.

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2 Start with a clean canvas. Tweezing is acceptable, but for best results, experts recommend getting regular monthly brow waxings. Not only will this ensure symmetry, it will remove any peach fuzz that might fly under your magnifying mirror’s radar. “You can pluck your own eyebrows, but I would suggest waxing,” says Shultz. “It’s less painful, and if you have someone who is good at waxing, it usually turns out better. They’ll have a better sense of how even, or uneven, your face is rather than you.” Explain to your waxing professional the look you’re going for. Much like the hair salon, pictures never hurt.

3 Brush, trace, brush. Brush brows with a spoolie — a little round brush that looks like a mascara wand. Trace the bottom line of brow with a fine-pointed brow pencil, emphasizing proper arch placement, as per the formula. Continue to the desired length, following the natural shape of the eye socket. Brush again. 4 Find the right color. There aren’t any hard-and-fast rules about what color your brows should be: Marilyn Monroe was beautiful with a striking contrast between her blonde hair and ultra-dark brows, and fashion designer Marc Jacobs caused a stir earlier this year when his runway models all had bleached brows. But for a natural look, choose a brow color that’s a shade or two darker than your hair, and stick with colors that match the tone of your hair (cool with cool, warm with warm). 5 Fill, fluff, feather. Beginning at the innermost point, fill your entire brow in with light, feathery strokes. These strokes are what give the brows their full, youthful appearance, so it’s important to be meticulous. Over time, hair loss can gradually occur, giving eyebrows a sparse and tired look. Once brows are filled, brush and fluff again. “That can happen for a number of reasons,” Buchanan says of brow hair loss. “One, we over-tweezed. Or two, just life in general. Your hormones change, or something like that, and it can just begin to thin out, particularly at the tail.” EXPERT TIP Consider switching to a brow pomade (such as Anastasia Beverly Hills, DIPBROW Pomade — $18 locally at Sephora and Ulta) for a youthful, fun and fuller brow. 6 Highlight for effect. To fix any imperfections, trace the bottom of your brows with a highlighting pencil. For brows that really pop, highlight both top and bottom. “Arch definition is definitely a big thing,” Schultz says.

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Mild Weather Makes for Salad Days in Winter By Audrey Post Q: What are the easiest vegetables to grow in the winter here? I grew a few tomatoes and peppers in the summer, but I’m not sure what will grow in the cooler months. A: Winter is usually a wonderful time to garden in ® Tallahassee. The weather is obviously cooler. It’s less Ms. Grow-It-All ® humid. There are fewer bugs to eat you and your produce. As if those reasons weren’t enough, some of the vegetables that are tastiest and easiest to grow need the cool months to mature. Salad greens are the easiest. You can find seeds or bedding plants at local nurseries. While there are more varieties to choose from if you start from seed, there’s a pretty good selection of bedding plants. Many are “cut and come again” plants, meaning the plant will sprout new leaves after you harvest the top. Or you can harvest just a few leaves from a plant every few days, ensuring a steady supply for weeks. Lettuces include the butterhead types, such as Bibb; crisphead, such as iceberg; loose-leaf lettuces, such green or red oakleaf; and romaine varieties. Batavian lettuces form loose, whorled heads. I have had better luck with loose-leaf, butterhead and Batavian lettuces than with crisphead types or romaine, also known as cos. Lettuces come in a variety of colors, and you can create a colorful tableau by the way you arrange the plants. Just don’t get so enchanted by your artistry that you’re hesitant to harvest your crop. If you wait too long, your plants will go to seed and “bolted” plants acquire a bitter taste. Other salad ingredients make good companions for lettuce in the cool-season garden. Spinach is especially easy to grow, as are Asian greens such as Mizuna, bok choy and tatsoi. Beets, carrots and radishes take nutrients from deeper in the soil than lettuces and other salad greens, so they can share the planting bed. Cole crops such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts take up a bit more room in the garden, but this is the time of year to grow them. Once you cut the large center head on broccoli and cauliflower, smaller heads will form along the side stalks, extending the harvest. Ms. Grow-It-All

Kale loves cool weather, as do its country cousins: collards, mustard and Winter is an ideal time to turnips. With turnips, you get both leafy grow salad ingredients, greens and a tasty edible root. In fact, lettuces foremost among most of those greens taste better after a them. Bugs are few and the weather is often pleasant. little nip of frost. Speaking of frost, most of your winter vegetables can handle a mild cold snap and frost, but be prepared to protect them from a hard freeze. That’s temperatures dropping below 30 degrees for more than an hour or so. If you use plastic, don’t let it touch the foliage of your plants or it will create a “burn.” To keep the plastic off my salad garden, I borrowed an idea from a local nursery and built “hoop houses.” My winter garden is in raised beds that are 8 feet long and 4 feet wide, and a “hoop house” is a really easy project that takes almost no time.

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Sink 18-inch Rebar stakes halfway into the ground at the corners of the bed and midway down each long side. Get a 10-foot length of PVC pipe, half to three-quarters of an inch in diameter, and set it over the Rebar at one corner of the bed. Bend the PVC across the planting bed and place the other end of the pipe over the Rebar on the other side. Repeat at the other corner and in the middle. Now you have your frame. Get a roll of plastic sheeting, the kind painters use, and drape it over the frame, burying the end on one side in the soil and using rocks to hold down the other side. The rocks will allow you to remove the cover easily when the cold spell passes, folding the plastic on the other side. The standard roll of plastic, when unfolded, is long enough to cover a 4- by 8-foot bed and leave plenty of excess to cover the ends. You can fold one side over the other and secure the bottom with rocks. Use clothespins if you need to secure the overlap up higher. The trick to hoop houses is to let them absorb heat before the sun goes down. If a hard freeze is forecast, secure your hoop house about 2 or 3 in the afternoon so it will build up heat inside. As the temperatures drop overnight, the plants inside will stay snug. Whether you want a big colorful garden or just a few lettuce plants, get outside and enjoy the beauty and relative comfort of winter gardening in North Florida and the Panhandle. n © 2015-2016 Postscript Publishing, all rights reserved. Audrey Post is a certified Advanced Master Gardener volunteer with the University of Florida IFAS Extension in Leon County. Email her at Questions@MsGrowItAll.com or visit her website at msgrowitall.com. Ms. Grow-It-All® is a registered trademark of Postscript Publishing.

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‘Quaint Little Enclave’ Cortona Hills Offers the Charm of Craftsman Work with the Ease of New Construction By Chay D. Baxley

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off the market — with five others in various stages of the construction process. “This is the real deal,” said Doxsee. “We even use a centuryold process for real hardwood floors. And that comes standard in all of our homes.” The craftsman-styled homes, which range between 2,100 square feet and 2,500 square feet, aren’t the only charms of Cortona. In addition to the topography, geography is also a deciding factor for many buyers. A mere 12-minute drive separates the roughly 30-acre subdivision from the region’s next exciting undertaking, the Centre of Tallahassee. In about the same amount of time, one can also reach the amenities and conveniences found near the intersection of Bannerman and Thomasville roads. The schools can’t be beat, either. Near Maclay School for those interested in private education facilities, Cortona Hills hits on the public school trifecta for the county: Hawks Rise for elementary, Deerlake for middle and Lawton Chiles for high school. For families as well as empty nesters, the location of Cortona Hills is one to note — a circle of convenience and calm. “It’s surrounded by Ayavalla Plantation, so it’s very quiet,” ended Doxsee. n

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CORTONA HILLS MIGHT NOT BE as established as some of Tallahassee’s century-old neighborhoods. But distinguished? Well it is certainly that. In just two years, the developers at Tallahassee-based Premier Construction & Development Inc. have transformed the nearly raw plot of land situated less than half a mile east off Meridian Road into a thriving community where home prices start in the upper $300s. “We bought the whole subdivision about two years ago from the bank,” recalled Jeff Doxsee, a residential specialist with Premier. “There’s only 30 home sites in the whole subdivision so it’s a quaint little enclave. (The land) is heavily wooded around it with rolling hills. It’s just a beautiful community. “They are also larger home sites than most of Tallahassee,” continued Doxsee, “up to a half-acre. The larger sites enable people to have a wider home to get that nice front elevation that most other communities don’t have.” According to Doxsee, Cortona Hills isn’t following any particular trends as far as buyer profiles are concerned. Everyone from young families to retirees have been attracted to the classic designs and quality products (including red oak floors, large granite kitchen islands and 7¼-inch baseboards) that come standard in each. Twenty-five out of their 30 homes are already

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▪ The last piece to the Magnolia Grove puzzle has fallen into place with the addition of MISSION BBQ. Situated adjacent to WhichWich, MISSION BBQ co-founders Bill Kraus and Steve Newton are said to pride themselves on running a “patriotic business.” The company, now spanning five states, works closely with foundations like The Wounded Warrior Project, Semper Fi Fund and many others.

on a 7,000 acre parcel of land in northeastern Leon County. Previously known as Welaunee, the area is now undergoing fresh development and has been rebranded as Canopy. “The reason we came up with that name is because it’s located between Miccosukee and Centerville, two of our primary canopy roads,” explained Jeff Doxsee, a residential specialist with Premier. According to Premier, the property is slated to become home to a diverse array of higher-end housing options and amusements. Still in its early phases, the project’s completion date could be as far out as 2019.

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▪ While still at 1410 Market Street in The Market District, My Favorite Things recently relocated to the east side of the plaza to suite C3. With the same amount of retail space, Nancy Nystrom, a My Favorite Things sales representative, said the major pull was increased foot traffic and visibility. “The whole front of the store is windows now,” Nystrom said.

▪ With the addition of the Eclipse on Madison at 742 West Madison Street near Florida State’s main campus, luxury student living options are rapidly increasing. The boutique building project led by Winter Park Construction features 47 units and 5,260 square feet of ground floor mixed retail. ▪ Premier Construction & Development Inc. recently closed

Next Up ▪ Expansion at Bannerman Crossing is progressing nicely toward an anticipated opening between April and June 2016. This multi-faceted development includes retail space, professional office space and residential home sites. The south side of the development is devoted to a total of 70,000 square feet of retail space that will host restaurants, bars, boutiques and other businesses, according to Summit Group Commercial, LLC. Space remains available for lease. Confirmed tenants include New Leaf Market, Giggles Indoor Play Center, a Moe’s restaurant and Red Eye Coffee.

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THERE ARE FEW PROPERTIES more laudable than the Tildon Estate with QUICK LOOK its 73 acres, a main house fit for a royal Address: 5249 Tildon family and an abundance of options for Street, Milton, FL guests. This estate is a sight to behold, with a stunning 7,000-square-foot home List Price: $3,200,000 cloaked by historic oaks and fronting a Bedrooms: 9 massive spring-fed pond. “The gently sloping hills give way Bathrooms: 9 full, to the main home, which boasts a com2 half manding view over the private pond,” said Realtor Sam Parker. “The property can be Contact: Sam Parker, totally self-sufficient, but you will be only Main Street Properties, minutes away from city amenities.” (850) 777-6314 The main home is a traditional southern estate with circular drive and stately pillars. The grand entrance leads into a remarkable foyer that flows into the kitchen and sitting areas. The home boasts four bedrooms, four bathrooms, two half-baths and two kitchens. The 1,100-square-foot master suite is a jewel in its own right, lending itself to luxurious relaxation and featuring six walk-in closets. The master bath contains custom cabinetry and his-and-her water closets. In case one home is not enough, a second home is perched atop a hill overlooking the property. In keeping with Southern traditions, the home features a wraparound porch and dormer windows. The open floor plan includes five bedrooms, three bathrooms and custom decks. The consumate host will thrive on this property with an entertainment complex presenting temperature controlled screened enclosures, outdoor kitchen, gas fireplaces and a 2,400-square-foot barn. Enjoy a dip in the saltwater pool year-round with temperature-controlled settings. The five-acre pond glistens invitingly for those who fancy fishing, and the abundant wildlife roaming the property tempt the avid outdoorsman. The barn is stocked with equipment essential in maintaining the beautiful grounds. “You would never have to be a tourist again. You could own an exquisite luxury estate in the Florida Panhandle,” Parker said. // REBECCA PADGETT

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INN Historic B&Bs Along the Emerald Coast Are Full of Old-World Southern Charm Story by Zandra Wolfgram Photography by Matt Burke

he history of bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) in America dates to the time of early settlers. As the travelers traversed trails and roads across this country, they sought a safe refuge in homes, inns and taverns. In fact, some of those historic accommodations now serve as B&Bs. Today, there are nearly 30,000 B&Bs nationwide. The concept is now well accepted as a niche within the hospitality industry, with newsletters, travel publications and guidebooks dedicated to B&Bs. By serving breakfast to guests in a central gathering place, B&Bs by nature appeal to those seeking a social travel experience. It’s also a highly interactive lifestyle for the innkeepers, not to mention a steady revenue stream that can quickly pay off a mortgage, making for a smart real estate investment. While resorts and condos are the more conventional choices for a vacaThe Sailfish Room tion or getaway along the Florida Panat Highlands handle coast, the B&B experience is House in Santa available, too. We “checked in” on four Rosa Beach is an family-owned and operated B&Bs in elegant coastalthe area to bring you their stories. inspired oasis.

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PENSACOLA VICTORIAN IS A LESSON IN LOCAL HISTORY

At an age when they could be enjoying a life of leisure, Barbee and Chuck Majors are spending their golden years hosting guests in their five-bedroom, turn-of-the-century home. Still, they can’t wait for the next guest to arrive. For this innkeeper couple, meeting new people is the most exciting part of running a bed and breakfast. “They come from all over the world. There aren’t too many countries represented who haven’t stayed with us,” Barbee Majors says. And with so many stories to tell, the Majors’ guests come seeking history and charm and leave the Pensacola Victorian wanting to hear more. As Barbee tells it, the home is a Queen Anne Victorian built in 1892 and considered one of the better homes in town in its day. In fact, William Hazard Northup, the sea captain who built it, served as mayor of Pensacola in 1897. The home reportedly served as a mortuary at one time, too. For Barbee, living and working in a Victorian home is literally a dream come true. While on their annual vacation in Navarre 17 years ago, her best friend dreamed about a home that she said would be Barbee’s one day. While surveying the Pensacola market, the Majors happened upon a quaint bed and breakfast on West Gregory Street that matched her friend’s description. To their surprise, not long after returning home to St. Louis, the Majors learned the dream home was up for sale. They put in a bid immediately, and in three months the Majors were in the B&B business.

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“My friend’s dream came true, and so did mine!” Barbee says. The Majors seem to be naturals. Barbee grew up in the restaurant business, and during the summer she helped clean cabins and wait tables at various YMCA camps her father managed. And when she grew up, she ran a company in St. Louis that produced special events and promoted artists, photographers and musicians, so managing a household “wasn’t much of a leap.” She now chalks it all up as a sign she was destined to be an innkeeper. The couple’s charm results in plenty of repeat business for their four guest suites: the Victoria, Elizabeth, Suzanna and the Captain, named in honor of the home’s original master. By definition, every B&B stay includes breakfast. Here, the Cottage Café, which opened in 2004, serves a hearty, homemade breakfast and lunch (Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), to guests and the public, out of what was the home’s carriage house. “Everything is good, but the chicken curry salad seems to be a favorite. People come in asking for it,” she says. Barbee loves that her guests come for some hospitality but leave rested and full of history. “They tell us it’s comfy, Southern and happy, and that’s what we wanted,” she says.

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THE HISTORY OF THE NORTHUP HOME

(Clockwise from top left) Victorian Pensacola dates back to 1892; The spacious guest rooms in the Victorian Pensacola are appointed with vintage pieces, feature sitting areas, queen size beds, cable TV and private baths; Guests gather for breakfast at the laced-draped table in the formal dining room; Victorian Pensacola captures memories in guest books; Ask about the upgrade to a candlelit breakfast if staying in the Suzanne Room.

As the story goes, William Hazard Northup ran away to sea at an early age and by the age of 21 was captain of a coastwise schooner. He was acquainted with E.E. Saunders, a captain and fishmonger from New England. When Saunders moved to Pensacola in 1868, Northup followed in the early 1870s. After settling in Pensacola, Northup established a livery and undertaking business under the name Northup and Wood. Northup married his friend Saunders’ sister, Harriet. The couple had a son, Edwin Saunders Northup. In 1897, Northup and others organized the Pensacola Electric Terminal Railway Company and operated the Pensacola streetcar system. Northup was elected mayor of Pensacola in 1897 and served through 1898. In 1907, President Theodore Roosevelt appointed Northup Collector of Customs at the Port of Pensacola. The next president, William Howard Taft, appointed him Postmaster. The Northup home at 203 W. Gregory St. was restored and operates as the Pensacola Victorian Bed & Breakfast.

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(Above) The Tapas Wine Bar at Highlands House; The common area (right) at Highlands House is made cozy with warm, wood planked floors, comfortable slipcovered seating and fragrant fresh-cut flowers. The Seascape room and the Seashell room (below) feature handcarved four-poster beds with fine linen and tons of natural light.

HIGHLANDS HOUSE IS FROM AN ERA GONE BY

If you can wow a bride on her big day without a hitch, the rest is a cakewalk, so to speak. Over the past dozen-plus years, the Highlands House on 30A in Santa Rosa Beach has become a popular place for both local and outof-town brides looking for a romantic place to have a beach wedding. But that’s not exactly how this beachfront B&B started. New Yorker Marc Russack has been the owner and operator of Highlands House for the past three years. His father, Ira Russack, purchased the Antebellum-style home about 14 years ago. The home dates back to 1946, and for many years it was a haven for transient homesteaders coming through town. Today, guests travel from near and far to stay in the gracious, nautical-themed guest suites. “We get guests from Atlanta and New Orleans and also international guests from Germany and Austria,” Russack says. Many people fantasize about running a

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B&B, and though it’s “wonderful,” this business entrepreneur didn’t expect to run one. Russack has a retail background and most recently owned a motorcycle rental business in Miami. “It’s a lot of people’s dream, but they may not realize the responsibility and work to be open seven days a week,” he says. The innkeeper’s vision is to re-envision Highlands House. “I want to revamp and refresh the brand,” he says. According to Russack, the one-stop shop concept of offering accommodations, catering, florals, cakes and planning has made Highands a “dominating force” in the weddings market. Russack would like to build on that reputation and grow the catering side of the business. Taking the lead is Culinary Institute of America-trained Chef Kevin Purdy of Nashville, who has developed a following at the B&B’s on-site café and bar, recently renamed 1946 at Highlands House. A stay at Highlands includes breakfast at the 1946,

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but it is also open to the public with seasonal hours for brunch, lunch and dinner. Currently, there are seven guest suites available for rent, all with nautical names such as Driftwood and Seascape. All have private baths, and four offer Gulf views. A sunroom spans the entire length of the house and opens on to a sweeping veranda, allowing everyone to enjoy the home’s “killer beachfront view.” Russack has big plans for physical changes, too. “I want to connect the front and back into one large bridal suite and perhaps move away from the coastal theme. Maybe something Parisian French,” he says. “I want it to be fun, with music and atmosphere. A timeless place where you don’t know what era you’re in.”

HIBISCUS HOUSE IS THE PLACE TO ‘BE’

Just a stroll from the sugar-sand beaches of Santa Rosa Beach, on a shady tree-lined street called DeFuniak, sits Hibiscus Coffee

& Guesthouse. Covered in lush, leafy vines, it has 12 distinctly different accommodations nestled within a cluster of quaint spaces — the original main house, a cottage, a barn and converted mini-flats apartments — all furnished in an eclectic, casual homey feel. Like many good things, Hibiscus — owned and operated by Stephanie Vantassell and her family — evolved over time. The Old Floridastyle house, which now houses the café, is the original building and home to four guest rooms — the Turner, Magnolia and Hibiscus rooms upstairs and the Art Deco room downstairs, which is pet-friendly. Just across the courtyard is the Woodpecker Cottage. It used to be a shed and was at one point a jewelry shop. The oldest building is affectionately known as Bert’s Barn. As Vantassell tells it, it dates back to 1904 and was originally located down the street. “Someone put an ad in the paper that said ‘Come and get it,’ and my uncle (Kurt Tape) did,” she says with a laugh. Upstairs are the Tropical Bird and Romance Room — the most popular for brides and couples. Both suites have sofa sleepers, mini living areas and a shared kitchen. These two rooms, which feature “smart” TVs with access to the Internet and Netflix, are often rented together at a discount. And the most recent addition to the offerings here are called “the flats.” The front office is on the first floor and two onebedroom apartments, or flats, are above.

Equally as laid-back and welcoming as Hibiscus House is its innkeeper, who relishes the opportunity to work in hospitality and for her family. “This was not my aspiration, but I am unbelievably excited,” Vantassell says. “It’s all about the people. You get to meet all walks of life in this job.”

Bert’s Barn (top) is one of Hibiscus House’s storied buildings that dates back to the turn of the century; The Old Florida room in Bert’s Barn (above) is a throwback to South Florida circa 1930s.

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Though it’s sometimes hard for her to carve out personal time running a B&B that is open daily, the meditative vibe of Hibiscus seems to be a ground wire for Vantassell. At the start of each day, as the coffee and herbal tea are brewing, she chalks a word on the sign that hangs out front that conveys the spirit of the B&B. What started as an inspirational thought for the day has become a tradition known as the “Be word” — as in “Be happy,” “Be thoughtful,” “Be grateful” and so on. And now, guests anticipate it. “Sometimes people call me from out of town and ask me what the word is, just because they want to know,” she says. “It’s become so popular, it’s spurred a life of its own, so we started putting it on our Facebook page, too.” Vantassell is proud of promoting her B&B using new-media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. Hibiscus House is marketed as an alternative to traditional vacation stays at resorts and hotels in the area. “If folks are wanting to get away from the busy tourist scene in Destin and Panama City Beach, this is like an escape to Grandma’s house,” Vantassell says. The off-the-beatenpath positioning is catching on with celebrity types looking to fly below the radar, too. “We are getting a lot of musicians and songwriters with the 30A Songwriters Festival. We are cool with them, so they can come here and be incognito,” she says. Another draw for a niche market attracted to the beatnik 30A scene is the Hibiscus House Café, which is 100 percent organic, locally sourced and all vegetarian. It is open to the public for breakfast daily from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. “We make everything homemade and fresh every day,” Vantassell says. If you want to feel relaxed, this is definitely the place to “be.”

AUNT MARTHA’S IS A LIVING LEGACY

Though built just 15 years ago, the romantic, Old Florida-style Aunt Martha’s B&B has the ambiance of a time from days gone by. Martha Jo Garvie (for whom Aunt Martha’s is named) would know: Her grandparents, Theo and Molly Staff, owned and operated Fort Walton Beach’s first hotel, the Gulf View. They also built the first restaurant in town, Staff’s, which recently closed after celebrating its 100th anniversary. Garvie grew up helping in the hotel and the family garden that surrounded it. Sometimes

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(Clockwise from top) A breakfast made from old family recipes is served daily in the formal dining room; Guest rooms have private baths, water views and loads of Southern charm; Guests can warm by the fire in the library at Aunt Martha’s.

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she helped her grandmother make cheese and butter — luxury byproducts from the family’s cow. Helping with the weekly wash wasn’t so bad, because her father was the proud owner of the first wooden washer in Fort Walton Beach. “I was born in 1941. When I grew up here, there were only about 90 people in town, so you had to be resourceful. We all helped. Everyone had a part,” she says. When her husband, Bill Garvie, retired from the FBI, the family owned waterfront property, but it was zoned for commercial use. They had five kids and 16 grandchildren, so a big, roomy house that they could operate as a B&B was the plan. “If things didn’t work out, we figured we had plenty of family to fill it,” Martha says. But things did work out, and 2015 marks the 16th year the couple has been in the B&B business. “We took a chance, and we love it. It’s a little bit of heaven. It’s real peaceful and quiet,” she says. Aunt Martha’s welcomes guests into a library warmed by a cozy fireplace. Adjoining the library is a living room and sunroom with generous floorto-ceiling windows that welcome the Florida sunshine. French doors open onto a sweeping verandah that overlooks Santa Rosa Sound. Pocket doors in the dining room enclose it, creating an intimate dinner space. A winding

staircase takes you to the second floor to five unique rooms, each beautifully decorated with a touch of Aunt Martha’s Southern charm. Aunt Martha’s rooms have Southern-inspired names such as Ivy, Rose and Blue Bonnet. Bill wanted to name them after Civil War battles, but Martha talked him out of it. If you come to Aunt Martha’s, come hungry. She sets a formal table and serves a full breakfast that usually includes traditional Southern egg, ham and cheese grits; stuffed French toast with bananas and walnuts; and fresh fruit cobbler. The Garvies have never advertised, but once their guests find them, they often return for frequent visits. Two families travel together each year in June to enjoy the Billy Bowlegs festivities. “They probably have been coming for 10 years or so now. They have parties and cookouts. Their kids have grown up here,” Garvie says. Over the years, Garvie has seen Fort Walton Beach come a long way from the days of delivering the mail by boat. For the most part, she is pleased with the development downtown. But history has a place, too, and Aunt Martha’s has helped keep the legacy of her family alive. She says most people love to hear about the “old days” in Fort Walton Beach. And she’s glad to remember them by recording their names in her guest book. n

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TCC Maintains Commitment to Affordable, Accessible Higher Ed BY ROSANNE DUNKELBERGER

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It’s not heavy; it’s his future. TCC freshman, Zach Hurst, arrives on campus prepared for class with an optimistic attitude and a full backpack.

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wenty-five Calculus II students watch intently and jot down equations as instructor Lori Prudom explains the steps to finding a derivative. An inmate in a Quincy prison studies to earn his GED. Contemplating a “second act” career, a baby boomer takes a free online course in health information and management. A woman carefully matches flash cards with some of the 500 or so implements she will learn about during her 18-month course of study to become a surgical technologist. A man tends to a cage full of baby oysters he’s just pulled out of Franklin County waters, hoping to make a living “farming” the tasty bivalves. Aspiring actors gather around a sound and light board to learn the “recipe” for creating the technical aspects of a stage production. Different goals. Different dreams. Different places. Different walks of life. But one thing they have in common is that all attend Tallahassee Community College. Fifty years after TCC began serving Leon, Wakulla and Gadsden counties, just about the only thing that hasn’t changed about the school is its commitment to affordable, accessible higher education for all. Today, TCC boasts 14,000 students, six campuses, a 75 percent success rate for AA degree students moving on to universities, exceptional passing rates for graduates of its professional education programs, a burgeoning commitment to local workforce development and a plethora of awards and accolades for the college, its students and faculty.

“Coming up on the 50th (anniversary) you reflect, like with a birthday. You take measure of where you are in a way that you do differently than if this was just another year,” said TCC’s president, Dr. Jim Murdaugh. “It’s a remarkable story. Everywhere I go in this community, the reputation of the college is strong. People say such amazing and kind things. It’s an exciting time. Is the college where I want it to be? Yes. Would I change things? Of course. Anybody who’s satisfied needs to move out of this office. Your job is to push and to continue to look for ways to improve what we do for students and how we meet the needs of our community. I’m happy where we are (and) excited with the plans that we have to do those things.”

A LOOK BACK

Who better to share a glance in TCC’s rearview than Dr. Monte S. Finkelstein, who has spent almost 35 years there as a history professor and dean of the Division of History and Social Sciences. He started teaching as an adjunct professor in 1982 and became a full-time professor in 1984, but his first recollections of TCC date to 1968, when he arrived as an undergraduate at Florida State University and the college was rising from the remnants of Tallahassee’s first airport, Dale Mabry Field. “In 1968, this was the outskirts of town. This was the frontier,” he recalled. “They must have had a bus service, but I don’t know how people got here. I’m sure there were buildings, but you didn’t come out here.” Finkelstein would ultimately earn his doctorate degree from FSU and, after spending a year in Rome as a Fulbright Scholar, he returned to Tallahassee, with thoughts of

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opens to serve students from Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Classes are held at the new Godby High School. 1967 Three buildings open on the College’s permanent site on Appleyard Drive. 1969 TJC receives accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

writing a book and moving on to a career as a research historian. “Didn’t work. I was teaching here as an adjunct so when they offered me the job I jumped at it,” he said. “To be honest, when I came here, I didn’t expect to stay … but I did. I loved the teaching and I loved the students and I had a great time. I didn’t want to leave.” At the time, the campus was still relatively small. “We had about 6,500 students, there were maybe two or three buildings. “This half of the campus,” he said from his office in the History and Social Sciences building, “didn’t exist.” He shared a tiny office — and a phone — with three others, another history teacher and two math teachers. “It was actually a good setup because you got a lot of interaction with

your colleagues. Nowadays you don’t have that. You’re over here, math/science is all the way over there. It’s a real schlep to go from one end of the campus to another.” There was little diversity when Finkelstein arrived. “It was white kids,” he said. “Now we’re about 35 percent minority students (and) we have international students” representing 79 different countries. During his tenure, Finkelstein worked under four of TCC’s six presidents and each one, he said, left his mark on the campus. “Every time we had a new president, there was a sea change,” the historian remarked. “I think every president (brought) his own little stamp. They all respected academics, that’s the one thing I can tell you. Dr. Hinson and

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Dr. Wetherell, they were into putting up buildings, building up the campus, getting us a more diverse and larger student body. Dr. Hinson … he respected faculty. With Dr. Wetherell, there was a distinct change. He started focusing on workforce and the AS degree. Bill Law came in and established the Learning Commons. He was into diversity and really bringing some changes to faculty.” Technology and the new breed of millennial student have also transformed the college, Finkelstein said. “When I taught, we had a chalkboard (and) an overhead projector. Now, you’ve got to be ready to put videos up there. (Students) want PowerPoints. We’ve got smart boards; we have smart podiums. “Nowadays we have collaborative group activities, interaction,” he said. “It used to be ‘the sage on the stage.’ You can (still) impart your knowledge, but you have to do it in such a way that you keep your kids’ attention and that’s, I think, the biggest change in the classroom. “I’m such a dinosaur,” he said from his office, which actually is stuffed with dinosaur figures and a huge collection of Star Wars memorabilia. “You want to know what has changed between ’84 and now? In ’84, things changed so slowly. If we needed to do something on campus, we were all relaxed. Now,” he said, snapping his fingers, “that fast, things change on the campus. We pick up a new initiative now, we run with it (and) we keep picking up new initiatives. We work at the speed of light around here sometimes.”

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ACCESS AND AFFORDABILITY

A point of pride for Murdaugh is TCC’s policy of accepting anybody who has a high school diploma or GED, and its commitment to make a college education within the financial reach of all. When asked if TCC is actually required to accept students who might have had marginal academic careers, Murdaugh replied, “That’s an interesting question. Whether we have to or not, we take ’em. We’ve described it as part of our DNA.” One of the newest members of TCC’s leadership team need look no further than her own experiences — personal and professional — to understand how personal attention and support can launch a person out of poverty. Dr. Feleccia Moore-Davis, who became TCC’s provost and vice president of academic affairs last August, grew up poor in Mobile, Alabama. “My life would have been completely different if someone had not reached out and touched my life and brought me along,” she recalled. “My father would always tell me TALLAHASSEEMAGAZINE.COM January–February 2016

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010 Dr. Jim Murdaugh becomes president of Tallahassee Community College.

“I believe college isn’t for everyone, but education is. People come here who’ve been told that the only way to a better life is through a degree and, quite frankly, I don’t believe that. I don’t think that serves our students well, and I don’t think it serves our employers well.” TCC President Jim Murdaugh

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that I would go to college but he would never tell me how, so I’m looking at our circumstances and saying, ‘Yeah, right,’ to myself. Two teachers impacted my life greatly and took me literally by the hand — and sometimes they pulled me by the ear — to get me on the straight and narrow and give me a focus. Because I think when you get that focus, that dream that belongs to your father or your teacher becomes yours, and that’s where your journey actually starts.” Moore-Davis worked at community colleges in suburban Houston as an instructor, dean and vice president for more than 20 years before coming to TCC.

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Tallahassee Junior College is renamed Tallahassee Community College.

“You literally see lives being transformed. The person that has that GED probably never saw themselves going to college — and we can make those dreams a reality for them. That’s what makes being in a community college a wonderful thing,” she said. “You know that’s not the only life you’re touching. You’re touching their children and their children’s children because you’re putting them on a course for success.” In November 2012, Florida Gov. Rick Scott challenged the state’s colleges to offer baccalaureate degrees that would cost just $10,000. With tuition less than half the

1979 Dr. Marm

M. Harris is appointed TCC’s second president by the District Board of Trustees.

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50 Years TCC’s Computer Technology building, whose advent the school’s pioneers never could have foreseen, attests to the need for schools to keep pace with accelerating change if they are to remain viable and relevant.

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“I believe college isn’t for everyone, but education is,” Murdaugh said. “People come here who’ve been told that the only way to a better life is through a degree and, quite frankly, I don’t believe that. I don’t think that serves our students well, and I don’t think it serves our employers well.” What Murdaugh considers ideal are “stackable” credentials — everything from “microcredentials” that require only a few hours of study, to a work-related certificate, to a two-year AA or AS degree. “All of this stuff ought to count toward something. It shouldn’t be a certificate to nowhere,” he explained. “You can take that certificate and go to work. Later, if you wanted to come back and work on your degree, you’d get credit for that as part of your degree program.” cost-per-credit-hour of Tallahassee’s two universities, Murdaugh said that goal is doable for TCC. Even within Florida’s state college system, TCC’s $98.83-per-credit-hour tuition is one of the lowest and it hasn’t increased in five years. “We’re very proud of our affordability,” Murdaugh said. That said, it doesn’t necessarily mean the the road to success for all students is paved with academic bachelor’s degrees. With a laser-like focus on workforce education, the president suggests that four years of schooling isn’t the ideal path for many students.

1978 Gov. Bob Martinez proclaims “Tallahassee Community College Day” on July 13.

NOW IN THE NEWS

Starting in January, for the first time, TCC will offer its own four-year degree program leading to a bachelor of science in Nursing. In the past, TCC was training nurses who were awarded a two-year AS degree. Today, a BSN is becoming the preferred credential for nurses at local hospitals and other facilities. “A number of health care providers indicated to us that their demand for baccalaureate-prepared nurses isn’t being met by FSU or FAMU or other providers,” Murdaugh explained. Even though there are BSN programs at the two universities, “students who come

1983 Dr. James H. Hinson is appointed TCC’s third president by the District Board of Trustees.

here to FSU and FAMU come from other communities, and many of them go home when they graduate.” TCC anticipates many of the program’s first enrollees will be working nurses seeking to upgrade their AS degrees. Despite the excitement of a newly minted four-year nursing degree, Murdaugh is in no hurry to expand TCC’S bachelor’s degree offerings — unlike most of the other 28 institutions comprising the Florida College System. As far as he’s concerned, FSU, FAMU and the college’s four university partners get first dibs. “(There are) no additional fouryear degree programs that we are actively talking about, and the only way we will consider them is if the provosts from the three institutions meet and talk about a demonstrated need in our community,” he said. “(If) the other institutions either cannot meet the need or they don’t want to, then we will step in. We want to be not the first choice but the last choice with regard to four-year degrees.” Also in the works is a reimagining of what used to be the Brogan Museum building at downtown’s Kleman Plaza. (As part of a three-way agreement with the City of Tallahassee and Leon County Schools, TCC holds a long-term lease on the property.) Part of the first floor is already occupied by the glass-walled studios of WTXL-TV. Below the street level, the college has rooms for conferences, training and events, and envisions turnkey business cubicles and offices for lease in the future. The building’s top floor is home to the new Institute for Nonprofit Innovation and Excellence (INIE). TCC took a lead role in creating INIE and funds its executive director position. The center’s mission

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1990 Baseball, softball and men’s and women’s basketball intercollegiate athletics programs are reestablished.

1999 The Florida Legislature authorizes the transfer of the Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy to Tallahassee Community College from Leon County Schools.

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is now producing its first harvests of farmed oysters, the second class is about to begin and the program has a six-year waiting list. “I’ve eaten the oysters, and they’re remarkable,” said Murdaugh. “The oyster aquaculture effort down there is a new industry, and it’s going to change the economy of Wakulla County. That’s our goal — to make Wakulla a world-class destination for ecotourism.” The goal in Gadsden County, the president said, “is to create programs that move people out of poverty.” The new Gadsden Center opens in January. It will house programs currently being offered at The Quincy House, including GED preparation and English instruction for speakers of other languages, a computer lab for the community, and after-school and summer programs schoolaged children. “TCC has had a physical presence in Gadsden County for a decade, but this new facility will be built to fit the types of programs we want to offer, so it will help us better serve the community, especially as far as job training,” Eugene Lamb, a TCC board member and Gadsden County resident, said when ground was broken on the project in November 2014. The first job training to be offered there will relate to HVAC installation and repair, one of the top 10 job needs in the area, said Heather Mitchell, TCC’s vice president for resource development.

1995 Dr. T.K. Wetherell is appointed TCC’s fourth president by the District Board of Trustees.

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Dr. William D. Law is appointed TCC’s 5th president by the District Board of Trustees.

2014 The Golden Guarantee program launches, assuring transfer to Florida State University, Florida A&M University and the University of West Florida for students who complete the program. Although its name isn’t on the building, TCC also operates the Florida Public Safety Institute, also located in Gadsden County. On its nearly 1,500-acre campus, you’ll find training for law enforcement, probation corrections officers and firefighters, as well as training for state law enforcement agencies and advanced and other specialized training. While some might fret about the workforce issues taking away from the purpose of a community college, “That’s not the case,” Murdaugh said. “I don’t think you have to diminish one part of the operation to grow another. “When I describe the where we’re going (and) broadening, the one thing I want to make sure I emphasize is that we are not deviating from our core mission, of producing associate of arts degrees that send people on to higher education,” he continued. “That’s our core mission and we will continue to invest heavily in it. We celebrate it. We do it well. This is an expansion and an addition to that effort.” n

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TCC’s first Internet course, Earth Science — ESC 1140, goes live.

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Economic and Workforce Development Center is founded.

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is to provide a training center and resources to local charitable organizations and so far, said Moore, more than 80 of the area’s 600 nonprofits have signed on as members. “I have a passion for nonprofits,” Murdaugh said when the center was launched in June 2014. “They are a vastly underappreciated and underrepresented component of local economic growth, and I believe you cannot have a vibrant economy without them.” As for the second-floor space? “We’re … not putting the pressure on what that space will be because we believe if we put the other things in, it will automatically attract” the right tenant, said Moore. TCC is tasked with serving Wakulla and Gadsden counties in addition to Leon and has broken ground on two major bricks-andmortar projects there. TCC currently operates the TCC Wakulla Center, offering basic college classes more conveniently located for local residents in Crawfordville. But an even more ambitious project is also underway — the Wakulla Environmental Institute. While programs have been in operation for the past few years, a WEI facility is set to open in January. Its focus is offering environmentally focused degrees and certificate programs including programs in environmental science technology, hospitality and tourism, aquaculture management and agribusiness. One of its high-profile offerings is oyster aquaculture. The first class of nine students

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50th Anniversary Calendar of Events

50 Years

To celebrate its golden anniversary, Tallahassee Community College has planned activities and events throughout 2016. Jan. 4 Wakulla Proclamation Jan. 5 Gadsden Proclamation Jan. 13 City of Tallahassee Proclamation

Jan. 14 50 for 50 Preview Party,

Ghazvini, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Jan. 26 Leon County Proclamation Jan. 28 Archive Gallery Opening, Feb. TBD Feb. TBD Feb. 3

Mar. 4 Mar. 25 Mar. 30 Apr. 2 Apr. 6 Apr. 23 FALL 2011

TCC’s Ghazvini Center for Healthcare Education opens near Tallahassee’s two major hospitals.

Apr. 30 May 4 Aug. 12 Sept. 22 Oct. TBD Oct. 5 Oct. 13 Nov. 10 Dec. 1

TCC Fine and Performing Arts Center WEI Grand Opening Gadsden Grand Opening ON Broadway’s Next H!T Musical, Alumni Reception prior to show, TCC Fine and Performing Arts Center and TCC Turner Auditorium TCC Foundation’s Cleaver & Cork Event, Goodwood Museum & Gardens Athletics Hall of Fame Event TCC 50th Anniversary Retired Staff and Faculty Luncheon Springtime Tallahassee Festival, Dr. Murdaugh to serve as Grand Marshal STU/FAC Day on TCC Campus First Annual Hops & Half Shells 5K Run for WEI Graduation Reception ONE Campaign for Alumni and Friends Student Success Summit Alumni & Friends Reunion TCC 50th Celebration Downtown GetDown STU/FAC Day: TCC 50th Barbeque Celebration Alumni & Friends Hall of Fame Luncheon TCC Foundation’s First Annual Turkey Shoot at Florida Public Safety Institute TCC Foundation’s Holiday Hob Nob

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The Road To Success

FIVE DECADES OF TCC GRADS TALK ABOUT HOW THEY GOT THEIR START AND WHERE THEY ARE NOW PHOTOS BY LAWRENCE DAVIDSON

hen he enrolled at Tallahassee Junior College, as TCC was known in 1971, Bert Hartsfield wasn’t exactly a man with a plan. Unlike others in the waning years of the Vietnam War, his number was far enough down the list that he didn’t need a college deferment to avoid the draft. While his two older brothers and many classmates at Florida High moved on to college, higher education wasn’t necessarily the fifth-generation Tallahasseean’s chosen path. Knowing that, his father got him a job as a runner at the county Tax Collector’s office three days after his high school graduation. Hartsfield says he quickly realized that more education was a ticket to getting ahead in life and signed up for classes at TJC. At the same time, had gotten a real estate license and was buying and rehabbing houses — flipping before it had a name. But college was only going to work for him if he could bend those classes around his working schedule. “If TCC had made it difficult for me to go, I probably wouldn’t have,” he said. “But they made the crack open big enough that … with my interests I could do all three (and) make it balance.” He recalls one semester when he had trouble getting the classes he needed and ended up in the office of TCC’s first president, Dr. Fred Turner. “I remember it was a small office, he’s busy (and) he brings me in. I gave him ‘my classes are full’ speech. He spun around in his desk and he pulled a card. He was able to get it coordinated so I was able to work,” Hartsfield said. “That wasn’t going to happen (anywhere else), even in high school.” Hartsfield would graduate in 1974, and go on to Florida State University, majoring in real estate. He ultimately worked in the property appraiser’s office and was first elected property appraiser in 1992, subsequently serving six more terms. His greatest achievement in office? Computerizing the county’s property records in 1995 and putting them on a searchable database — the first property appraiser in the state to do so. Earlier this year, he announced he wouldn’t be running again. Once he steps down from office in 2017, Hartsfield said he plans to rev up his real estate investing, help his son expand his roofing business and spend time with the seventh generation of Tallahassee Hartsfields — his three small grandchildren.

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arbara Williams found love and adventure during a four-year hitch in the armed services. She and her husband, Wilbert, would travel around the U.S. and the world, including a year and a half in Sicily. When their military service was complete in 1983, the couple settled in Tallahassee so that Wilbert could attend pharmacy school at Florida A&M University. Williams was headed for college too — it’s why she joined the Navy in the first place — but the “country girl from Arkansas” was hesitant to plunge into university life, so she chose TCC. “I enjoyed the smaller classes and getting the personal attention from the teachers. After two years at TCC I did feel like I was ready for FAMU,” she said. “One thing I remember about TCC was it did help me get a job while I was still a student.” Impressed that Williams wore skirts and blouses while other students came to class in jeans and T-shirts, the teacher recommended her for a job as an office assistant to an FSU professor. “She had a research grant and I was doing some of the research, typing and proofreading. All the things I was being trained to do at TCC,” Williams recalls. Majoring in business teacher education, she would graduate from FAMU, teach for a couple years, then return to her alma mater to earn a master’s degree in guidance and counseling. She worked for FAMU as a guidance counselor. And then she launched a second career as an author of novels and nonfiction, and a publishing consultant. Her writing career began after her now 15-year-old daughter was born and she became a stay-at-home mom. “While I was home, I just fell in love with reading again,” she said, picking up books between naps and diaper changes. Williams said at the time she was a “closet writer, somebody who wanted to write but I didn’t feel it was something I could do. “But I was at the point in my life when I said ‘Why not? I’m home every day, I’ve got some time, I’m going to try this writing thing and see what happens.’” Her first book was “Forgive Us this Day,” a romance novel featuring an African American married couple “going through some

trials and tribulations” that was out of the ordinary when she selfpublished it in 2004. “I was married and had a daughter,” she said. “Most of the novels at that time were about single women being dogged out by men. And that wasn’t my life.” She has written a total of 22 books now, most romances but also anthologies and guides to writing and publishing. She created Amani Publishing (named after her daughter) and has published her own books as well as those of 20 other authors. She was also a co-founder of the Tallahassee Author’s Network. The group includes “authors, published authors … people who are just readers (who) come to mingle with authors and see how the process works. That’s how it starts out,” she said with a smile. “You’re a reader and you think ‘maybe I can write a book.’”

BARBARA JOE WILLIAMS ROMANCE NOVELIST AND FORMER GUIDANCE COUNSELOR AT FAMU Graduated: 1985

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hen you’re from a tiny city in a tiny Florida county, and the first member in your family’s history to go to college, a big university might just lie pretty far out of your comfort zone. “I’m from Greenville … so the whole idea of going to a university, you know, going to Tallahassee, it may as well have been California for me,” remembers Kim Moore, a graduate of and now vice president for workforce development at TCC. She went straight to TCC after high school and called it a “great experience” because of the smaller classes and the personal attention. When she had a problem with financial aid one semester, Moore was able to quickly meet with an advisor who asked about her aspirations — and remembered her. “Whenever she’d see me, she’d say ‘How’s it going?’ I knew that she knew me. I wasn’t just

a number.” The confidence gained during her years at TCC — she was working full time at McDonald’s at the same time — helped her make a smooth transition to Florida State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in criminology. She would later get her MBA from Webster University. Ever since she was in ninth grade, Moore knew she wanted to be a CEO — of something. “I wrote out this little game plan,” she said. Although everything she knew about business was what she saw on television, she did know education was a vital step toward her dream. And that dream was realized when, at 31, she became the head of the career service and workplace nonprofit Workforce Plus (now known as Career Source Capital Region). “I was the youngest one who ever held that position statewide,” she said. In 2013, Moore moved to TCC to continue her career in workforce development. Unlike her previous job, which focused on job placement, she said her new role involves education and training. “I’m directly aligned with business,” she said. “We are not job placement, though we play an important role in getting people into jobs.” Locally, the 44-year-old has a high profile, with appointments to the boards of several regional entities. They include the board of trustees at FAMU, boards at Innovation Park, Big Bend Hospice, the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County, the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, Awesome Tallahassee, the Kleman Plaza Design Review Board, and the Downtown Redevelopment Commission. She served a term as president of the Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce and remains a member. “It was the first time they had gone out of the community and elected someone who didn’t live there in the community and it’s also the first time for someone of color,” Moore said. She also serves on the Gadsden County Development Council and the advisory councils of Lively Technical Center and Keiser College. Moore has a son who followed in his mother’s academic footsteps — starting out his college career at TCC, then transferring to FSU to earn a bachelor’s degree in information technology. But this workforce-savvy mom encouraged her boy to add “a little bit more school” before taking his first job. He’s getting additional certifications at TCC to make him more “value added and valued in terms of compensation,” she said. Learning and growing, Moore believes, is something that should last a lifetime. “Life for me is commas, there are no periods. It’s what’s next.”

KIM MOORE

VICE PRESIDENT FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AT TCC Graduated: 1993

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or Shannon Moore, her second shot at TCC was the charm. She started at TCC after graduating from Lincoln High School in 1989. “I had no idea what I was going to do and I enjoyed it,” until 1991, when she decided to move to South Florida, married and had a child, she said. Divorced, and 26 years old, she moved back to Tallahassee and again enrolled in TCC. “I had a plan of what I wanted to do. It was a whole lot different the second time around at TCC,” Moore said. “I was much more focused. Being older and more focused and knowing what I wanted to do really made the grades better … plus it was coming out of my pocket.” The “plan” was to study dietetics at Florida State University after getting her associate’s degree. She finished her undergraduate studies at FSU in 2000, had her second child two weeks after graduation, and went on to earn a master’s degree and begin a career as a dietician, first at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital and then for a dialysis company that would become Davita. Her boss “saw something in me” and recruited Moore into management at a company facility in Quincy that was going through major upheaval, as well as doing state and regional budgeting. “Definitely not in my lane … I was going to learn and had really good people around me to teach me. Looking back, I learned a lot of the things I do now (in that job),” she said. After having a third child and going through another divorce, Moore decided to slow down and return to practicing nutrition, working for a chain of eight nursing homes across the Florida Panhandle. “I saw all their high-risk residents but also managed their food costs,” she said. “I did a lot of dining planning, meal planning and kitchen planning. People don’t understand, dieticians don’t just wear a hairnet … there’s a lot more to it.” And then, she found love again, meeting and marrying Bruce Moore, a retired hydrogeologist who owned the popular Midtown bars Finnegan’s Wake and 5th Avenue Taproom. When she became pregnant with her fourth child, Bruce Moore convinced her to “stay home and be a mom for awhile.” That didn’t last very long. For starters, her sister, Kiersten Lee, convinced Moore to help her launch The Paisley Café, a popular breakfast and lunch spot in Midtown. And her husband convinced her to create her own nutrition consulting business, F.U.E.L., focusing on educating clients about weight loss and nutrition. Her business was a success when, in January 2014, Lee came to her sister in tears, telling her “I

can’t do this without you … I really need a partner,” Moore recalled. “I hated to put my nutrition business on hold, but at the same time — it’s food.” Now, Lee handles all the food service while Moore does the accounting and business management. Moore also continues to see a few clients, this time focusing on people with eating disorders, a particular need in Tallahassee with its population of college-age young women. And because her husband decided to un-retire, she’s also managing the accounting and event planning for his entertainment facilities and oversaw a major revamp of the Tap Room that included the addition of a kitchen and food service. At 44, Moore now has four daughters, one in college, one in high school, one in elementary school and the youngest a 3-yearold. “I’ve got a lot of girls … which is great. I love my story and I’m glad I have that for them to look (up) to,” she said. “I’m glad I went back to TCC and I’m glad I waited because I feel like it really was the right time to just catapult me into what I was meant to do.”

SHANNON LEE MOORE CO-OWNER OF THE PAISLEY CAFÉ AND OWNER OF F.U.E.L. NUTRITION Graduated: 1997

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ames Arinaitwe’s story is the stuff of fiction, but all true. He was born in rural Uganda and, by the age of 6, had lost his family — his mother to cancer, his father to AIDS, three sisters and a brother to preventable diseases. He was raised by a loving grandmother who, after he finished elementary school with top grades, couldn’t afford to pay for his secondary school education. So she sold a goat, bought him some clothes and sent the then 11-year-old alone on a 300-mile journey to ask the president of Uganda for help. The First Lady was sympathetic to his appeal and gave him a scholarship, where he again excelled. But after graduating, jobs were scarce and not for the unconnected. “It’s about who you know rather than what you can deliver,” he said. “I got frustrated.” He worked for six months loading boxes of juice, but decided to work as an interpreter when an American mission group came to town to install solar panels. There, he would meet Tallahassee psychotherapist Dr. Cheri Rainey, who was so moved by his story, she and her husband, dentist Russell Rainey, agreed to sponsor his higher education in the U.S. While they couldn’t legally adopt him, Arinaitwe calls them his parents. At age 19, his first plane trip traversed more than 8,000 miles through seven airports. And that was just the beginning of the culture shock.

Obviously intelligent, Arinaitwe was thrown into a lifestyle that didn’t compare even to Uganda’s big cities. “I had never driven at all, never used a washing machine,” he explained. To face a university situation would be overwhelming to him, so he chose TCC. Arinaitwe credits International Services Coordinator Betty Jensen with making a great contribution to his success at TCC. “She took me under her wing and introduced me to my professors and helped me select courses,” he said. “She checked in with us at least every week … (to) see how things were going.” When he got straight A’s, he was asked to serve as a tutor, earning $15 an hour. After a few weeks of remedial courses on enunciation — while he spoke English, his accent was hard for others to understand — he earned his first paycheck. “I ran to the Western Union and I sent my money to my grandmother,” he recalled. “It wasn’t just about the money, it was the self-esteem that it gave me. This is what I want to bring back to my country, the idea that you can earn out of your brains and out of your hard work. Back home, there’s something wrong with you, a stigma, if the family is poor. I could do something in America — one of the world’s great nations. I could help kids learn. I thought I could do anything.” He would go on to ace TCC (“Not even an A-minus.”) and give the commencement speech at his graduation. He was given a full scholarship to FSU, where he got both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Arinaitwe would earn several prestigious fellowships over the next few years, all leading up to his current job — to return to his homeland and establish the Teach for Uganda education foundation. It is similar in concept to Teach for America — to send recent Ugandan college graduates into poor and rural areas to teach school. It would have a double benefit — to provide education to children and employment for young adults. “Unlike India, we don’t have industries for young people,” he explained about the landlocked African nation. “We are the youngest (country) in the world. Eighty percent of our population is below 30 years old.” He said Uganda has been “tainted” by the brutal regime of Idi Amin and an AIDS epidemic that wiped out one million people. “People are always afraid of Uganda, but it’s such a welcoming country. You can ask anybody.” His goal? To tap into Uganda’s youthful energy and encourage his countrymen to cast off old ways, corruption and a colonial legacy that encouraged dependency rather than self sufficiency. While outside help is appreciated, it can also be counterproductive, he said. “What does that tell the young kid who is growing up? If I need stability, if I need to be able to take care of myself and my family, I need to go to America or find an American or Briton to have my life made,” he said. “Now am I guilty of this. I own it. America has given me everything, but I think it’s high time we went back and started creating an opportunity for others who will not have to go on a boat to try and get to America.”

JAMES ARINAITWE FOUNDER OF TEACH FOR UGANDA Graduated: 2006

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For many of Tallahassee’s healthful living enthusiasts, living right means eating well. A fresh start for 2016 has our environmentally savvy residents and body-building geniuses, alike, sharing their most intuitive lifestyle changes yet.

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A Stronger Diet

EATING STRONG PLAYS A KEY ROLE IN GETTING HEALTHY

ou there! Yeah, you, yoga pants. Put the tumbler full of raw eggs and cayenne pepper down and move away from the elliptical. There’s an easier way to kick 2016 off to a healthier start. For those dedicated to a fitter lifestyle, a new theory of common sense fitness is beginning to take shape in Tallahassee. Being strong, it states, is better than being skinny. It’s a concept Athena Landy, owner of Bare Waxing and Skin Care Centers in Tallahassee, has taken to heart. “I went in really knowing nothing, I guess in a weird way I was a trainer’s dream,” admitted Landy. Since beginning her strength training with coach Keith Hansen, a Florida State business school alumni and the founder of Seriously Strong Training, Landy has steadily and healthily lost 175 pounds (or a total of over 100 inches) since December 2014.

think that one of the most common things people struggle with is social situations. Especially in Tallahassee, we’re a drinking town with a football problem. I have a client who Monday through Friday is very healthy and he eats very clean. But every weekend he’s relaxing with friends and pounding back the beers. When it comes to what his goals really are, it slows down his progress. It slows it down to a crawl.

TM: Is there anything you tell your clients to help them stay on track? KH: Eat when you’re

hungry. Don’t eat when you’re not hungry. When it comes to mindless snacking, we tend to make poor choices.

TM: Are there any exercises in particular you recommend to achieving weight loss goals? KH: Outside of someone

who has a specific cardiovascular centered goal, like running a marathon, everyone else needs to be doing strength training. You’re going to burn fat while you’re strength training. You’re going to continue to have an elevated metabolism for the next 36 hours. And you’re going to build more muscle.

TM: What is your basic dietary advice for clients? KH: When you want to lose weight, your diet is number one. And it’s probably number two, too. What I like to coach people on is just eating real food. Something you’ve cooked yourself — not anything that’s come from a box. Eat your meats, eat your vegetables.

Along with four training sessions a week, Hansen offers nutrition advice to Landy and clients like her. Though not a licensed dietician, Hansen’s circuit in professional weight training competitions has given him a unique perspective on fuel for overall fitness. “I’ve tried working out on my own before,” said Landy. “I was on really strict diets and Weight Watchers and things like that. It was fine for a little while but it was nothing sustainable.” These days Landy enjoys simple homemade dishes like grilled chicken or fish, steamed vegetables and a realistic side of her favorite starches. “I’ve learned to repair my thinking about nutrition,” she said. “What I’m doing right now is not a diet that I’ll continue to do until I hit my goal weight and then stop and coast for the rest of my life. It’s how I eat and how I’m going to eat forever. For me, that means eating foods that make my body feel good and eating whole foods.”

Q&A WITH FITNESS TRAINER KEITH HANSEN

TM: What does your ideal client look like? KH: A lot of times people

go to trainers because they want to lose weight, lose fat or lose inches. But when people come to me for strength training, they gain things — strength and confidence among them. And Athena is such a great example of that. I have a lot of respect for her. I don’t know what she was doing before, but she’s made a complete lifestyle change. No weakness. She’s gone from no exercise and dining out a lot, to eating great 95 percent of the time. Between that and exercising with me four hours a week, she’s been able to drop serious weight.

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THE DOS AND DON’TS OF SUSTAINABLE EATING

olar panels are no longer just for the rich. Organic produce can easily be found inside massive supermarket chains. People are becoming more and more aware of their actions and how they affect the environment. And sustainable foods? It’s another delicious trend in a long line of eco-friendly, foodie-driven initiatives. “With sustainable agriculture, efficiency is what you’re trying to reach,” stated Vonda Richardson, the director of FAMU’s cooperative extension — an outreach program from the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences. “This can be achieved by using the most

Lentils Nothing is better than a warm cup of lentil soup on a cold winter day. And here’s another reason to love these tasty little seeds. Lentils introduce nitrogen and essential nutrients into the soil as they grow, which makes them one of the most sustainable food groups on the planet.

Kale and Other Leafy Greens Leafy veggies grow quickly and with little impact on the environment, which makes them another extremely sustainable food resource. Kale, in particular, grows to maturity in just 55 days and can be grown in almost any climate.

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efficient mix of inputs in order to get a desired result. Sustainable farming is important because it helps maintain resources and doesn’t pollute or contaminate what we have. I like to call it a ‘common sense approach’ in looking out for the planet.” Growing sustainably has environmental advantages and many health benefits as well. By eating sustainably, you eliminate a variety of chemicals from your diet, including food additives and antibiotic resistant material. Still curious? Here’s a list of the top five most sustainable foods — and their lesser counterparts.

Grasses and Wheat Products

Whole-grain wheat, oats and even buckwheat are extremely sustainable food products because of the minimal amount of water they require to grow. Some varieties require only a few ounces of water a month.

Olives These pitted

fruits can be grown right here in the United States and with minimal irrigation. Since they require only a small amount of water to grow, they leave the soil rich in nutrients, which allows higher turnover rates and less intensive farming practices.

MOST LEAST SUSTAINABLE SUSTAINABLE

Beef and Lamb

For the most part, large animal protein sources tend to produce a high amount of greenhouse gasses. Beef and lamb are two of the least sustainable protein sources. For every kilogram of beef consumed, 27 kilos of carbon dioxide emissions are released into the atmosphere. For lamb, it’s about 39.2 kilos emitted — the equivalent of 92 miles driven in a car.

Cheese Unfortunately for all the cheese lovers out there, it turns out that cheese yields a pretty high carbon footprint. Cheese is made from milk that is produced by large herds of cattle. Cattle consume large quantities of water and emit methane gasses into the atmosphere.

Potatoes Potatoes,

while popular for their widespread availability and economic value, are one of the least sustainable foods. Almost 2.9 kilos in greenhouse gasses are produced for every kilo of potatoes eaten.

Rice Rice production accounts for almost one third of all available freshwater resources on the planet according to Oxfam, an international community-centered organization. Add that to the environmental toll associated with transportation from countries such as China and India and you get a highly unsustainable food source.

Rope-Grown Mussels Mussels are

surprisingly some of the most sustainable proteins available. Mussels raised in aquaculture environments help alleviate deficits associated with large-scale wild fishing and require little-to-no food, as they are filter feeders. Mussels attach naturally to ropes in the wild, and collecting them does no damage to natural sea habitats.

Sugar In a 2004

report by the World Wide Fund, titled “Sugar and the Environment,” data shows that sugar is potentially responsible for more ecological damage than any other crop due to the destructive nature of its growing process. Sugar requires massive amounts of water and heavy use of chemicals, which in turn creates polluted runoff.

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Here? Me? Raw? DECODING THE RAW FOOD MOVEMENT By Arianna Theofan

nless you have an abundance of perseverance and dedication, adhering to a raw foods diet can be a struggle. Raw food purists consume nuts or seeds, legumes, vegetables, fruits, grains and some fish. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it. Seriously. The basis for the raw food movement is the belief that natural enzymes in raw foods, destroyed through cooking, are good for your body. Some nutritionists and doctors may question whether eating raw foods exclusively is a good idea, but for most anyone the addition of more raw food into diets will produce many health benefits. To begin with, a raw foods diet guarantees that you will be eating lots of fruits and vegetables. In their natural state, fruits and vegetables are low in calories and fat and packed with dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamins A and C. According to the American Dietetic Association, vegetarian diets may lower cholesterol levels, blood pressure and reduce the chances of hypertension and Type 2 diabetes. Willing to give it a try? Start the day off with a smoothie made with both vegetables and fruits. Take spinach and two or three of your favorite fruits, combine it with ice, blend the ingredients and you have a healthy smoothie that explodes with vitamins and minerals and is packed with protein.

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Making meals and snacks using strictly raw food can be both easy and tasty. Almonds or cashews can be a great pick-me-up snack as they are packed with protein and are very filling. Another great plus is they don’t have nearly as much fat or sugar as your favorite coffee drink. When choosing a nutty snack, be sure to get unsalted products to avoid taking in too much sodium. Fruit and vegetable salads are another all-raw meal, but they can get boring very fast if you don’t accessorize them. Add nuts or fresh mint to a fruit salad, or peppers and olives to your vegetable salad for some extra flavors. Look for opportunities to replace unhealthy items on your diet with options from the raw food list. Instead of making wheat pasta, try zucchini noodles (shredded zucchini) and pesto. It’s filling but lighter, so you won’t feel overstuffed after eating it. Plus pesto is a great sauce that can be made easily from scratch, or you can find it in your grocery store. Hummus is great for snacking. If you like sandwiches, hummus can be a healthy alternative to mayonnaise. Try making a sandwich with hummus, spinach and peppers. Celery and carrots with hummus can be an appealing alternative crunchy snack. Make sure you wash your fruits and vegetables well. Take care, however, not to remove the skin from produce, because most of the nutrients reside there. Also it’s best to buy organic produce that has not been exposed to pesticides and other chemicals. If you are considering going on a raw foods diet, it’s a good idea to discuss this lifestyle decision with your doctor who may recommend ways to ensure that you continue to get the iron and protein you need. It is possible to acquire all the necessary proteins and amino acids from plant foods, according to the American Dietetic Association. Ultimately, the best way to determine whether a raw foods diet is for you may be to give it a try and see how it makes you feel. Don’t be surprised if you experience energy levels you didn’t know you had.

A raw-foods diet is inseparable from fruits, vegetables — and nuts. Opposite: a green smoothie and unvarnished almonds. On this page: raw hummus and fresh spinach.

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Ancient Grains HEALTHFUL OLD-SCHOOL BITES ARE PACKED WITH MORE PROTEIN AND NUTRIENTS THAN THEIR MODERN COUNTERPARTS By Chay D. Baxley

hese days, the usual lineup at any potluck dinner is sure to include a flavorful rice pilaf dish, a fresh corn salad, honey wheat hamburger buns and, if you’re lucky, maybe even a few oats tossed into a sugary treat. A side dish here, an easy meal there — contemporary palates are no strangers to the readily adaptable qualities of modern grains. For most people, the consumption of such traditional starches is completely fine in moderation. However, experts caution that processed grains offer limited nutritional value. For true healthfuleating connoisseurs, there’s a whole delicious world out there — one as rich in history as it is in nutrients.

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Closely related to “common wheat,” spelt was a popular grain in Europe from the Bronze Age all the way up to medieval times because of its usefulness in baking and as an earlier version of hot cereal.

“Ancient grains” is a relatively new-age catchphrase for an old-world staple. Seeming to have surfaced in the 1990s, the term gained serious traction in the late 2000s. Bringing with it a certain level of intrigue, the mysterious label packs just as much connotation as it does crunch and refers to various grains and sprouts more prominently found in the Middle East and South America. “Over the course of time, these grains really haven’t changed in terms of their composition,” said Heather Fisher, a nutritionist in health promotions at Florida State University. Part of Fisher’s job is to help students learn healthy eating habits. For students with more mature tastes, ancient grains are always on the menu. “You know, (they haven’t been) genetically modified or anything like that. They’re pretty clean.” In reality, the title is nothing more than a clever marketing ploy — a simple rebranding of its predecessor, “whole grains.” According to Fisher and many of her colleagues in the health sciences, the only “ancient” part of grains such as spelt, barley, teff, millet, quinoa, amaranth and many of the other less commercialized morsels are the harvesting techniques used in cultivating them. Because of their relative obscurity in the Western world, they’ve avoided the high-tech farming methods of the last century. By remaining unbleached and unprocessed, these tiny crops have been left unadulterated. And that can be a really good thing. Compared to eating processed starches, ancient grains are proven to have more of a cleansing effect on the consumers’ digestive tract — easily adding much-needed fiber to diets. With elevated counts of valuable vitamins and minerals, unless you’re operating under a severe gluten intolerance, there’s really no reason not to cook up a pot full of amaranth for an easy weeknight side dish. “With regard to the health benefits,” added Fisher, “the fiber, the vitamins, the minerals, the phytochemicals — these are going to be important for optimal functioning of our bodies and overall wellness. And also for the prevention and treatment of nutrition-related diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer, and that’s just to name a few. Certainly the nutritional benefits are there.” For those looking to lead a healthier lifestyle, these fiberfull grains have another added bonus — they fill you up, making midnight snacks a thing of the past. “Because the grains are less processed and haven’t had all the fiber stripped from them,” started Amy Likins, a nutritionist and the owner and operator of Synergy Organic Juice Bar and Café in Fort Walton Beach, “people are going to be getting more fiber. That’s really important. The ancient grains, the more whole grains, they’re going to provide that satiety in fiber.” For curious diners, there are plenty of ways to incorporate ancient grains into one’s diet. Whip up a tabbouleh salad, for example. Or revisit Mom’s famous cookie recipe. Many wellknown consumer brands (Likins recommends Kashi) also utilize these sprouts.

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Know Your Grains SORGHUM

BARLEY

An African grain, sorghum is both drought- and heattolerant, making it an important and sustainable crop worldwide.

Nutrition Barley is an excellent source of manganese, vitamin B-6 and dietary fiber. Taste A bit chewy, barley’s earthy flavor is complementary to any savory dish, including risottos and stews. Prep Boil 1 cup barley with 2½ cups water. Reduce heat to a simmer, allowing grains to cook for approximately 45 minutes, covered, until tender. The majority of the liquid should be absorbed. Let stand for five minutes.

Nutrition Gluten-free, this carbohydrate has high levels of iron and fiber, with one serving approaching nearly half of the recommended daily value of one’s protein intake. Taste Extremely versatile, sorghum is often found in three primary forms — whole grain, flour and syrup. Suitable for baking, sorghum flour’s mild taste is a great addition to any gluten-free lifestyle. Prep When using sorghum flour, substitute exact measurements for all-purpose flour.

SPELT

Also called “dinkel wheat” or “hulled wheat,” spelt has been cultivated in both Persia and Greece since approximately 5000 B.C. Closely related to “common wheat,” spelt was a popular grain in Europe from the Bronze Age all the way up to medieval times because of its usefulness in baking and as an earlier version of hot cereal. Nutrition A gluten-containing ancient grain, spelt has relatively high levels of protein, fiber, iron, magnesium and vitamin B-6. Taste With a slightly chewy texture, spelt’s sweet and nutty flavor profile is an easy substitute for rice or pasta in traditional grain dishes. Prep After soaking spelt “berries” for at least an hour (though preferably overnight), combine 1 cup spelt with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer while covered for 50 minutes.

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All ancient grains are not created equal. This crash course in Ancient Grains 101 promises a far more scrumptious experience when melding these protein-packed flecks into any culinary repertoire. *Source: Whole Grain Council

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A familiar ancient grain, barley is one of the first crops ever cultivated near the Nile River in Northeast Africa. A member of the grass family, barley is often utilized in cereals and during the fermentation process of producing beer. In ancient Roman times, barley was known as a favorite food among gladiators.

Well Fed KAMUT Kamut or “Khorasan wheat” originated in modernday Iran. With individual kernels being significantly larger in size compared to more modern sprouts, kamut is perhaps one of the truest examples of an “ancient” grain.

Nutrition Kamut might have only a modest level of protein, but this gluten-containing grain is full of many other delicious nutrients — including vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus and thiamin. Taste Kamut has a mildly sweet, almost buttery flavor, which is extremely versatile in either hot or cold, as well as sweet and savory, dishes. Prep Taking 1 cup of kamut, soak overnight. Then add 3 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes or until tender. Add a pinch of salt or substitute 1 cup or water for broth if added flavor is desired.

AMARANTH

Once a primary food group of the Aztecs, legend says that after Cortez and his Spanish conquistadors landed in the New World, circa 1519, they immediately outlawed foods involved in “heathen” festivals and religious ceremonies. The most offensive to them was amaranth. Commonly found today in the Americas and Asia, amaranth’s sustainable and inexpensive production has many scientists labeling it as the “crop of the future.” Nutrition Gluten-free, amaranth is rich in the essential amino acid lysine, which is common in many vegetables but rare in grains, making amaranth more akin to a seed. Extremely high levels of protein and calcium also characterize the sprout. Taste A subtle, nutty flavor. Prep Heat 6 cups of water on high. Once boiling, add 1 cup of amaranth and reduce heat slightly to a gentle boil. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain and serve.

FARRO

A popular grain in Italy, farro packs quite a crunch. Often soaked overnight before cooking, farro can be introduced to other ingredients for a tasty and filling dish. Nutrition Farro is full of fiber, several B vitamins, iron, magnesium and protein. Not fit for baking, though it does contain gluten. Taste Farro’s crunchy and savory taste makes it an ideal addition to salads, soups and casseroles. Prep Boil one part farro to three parts water on high, reducing heat and allowing to simmer for 30 to 60 minutes.

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Spotlight The Glass Guru

“It transforms the light,” marveled Kenn von Roenn, contemplating the glass conference table in Florida State University’s Master Craftsman Studio. Known in art and architectural circles for decades, von Roenn is the new creative director of the studio. Glass has always been his muse. When the faculty at the Master Craftsman Studio reached out to von Roenn for help fabricating a project they had masterminded, he was still very much immersed in his thriving Louisville-based company, Architectural Glass Art Inc. But that didn’t stop him from inviting fellow artists to Kentucky for a visit. After all, he is a member of Seminole Nation, having graduated from FSU in 1970. Sarah Coakley, marketing director for the Master Craftsman Studio, said finding von Roenn was equal parts research and luck. “We called him up, and he invited us out right away so we could see what he had done,” Coakley said. “And when we did go visit him in Louisville, he toured us around and showed us the major installations. It was just quite a transformation of that city.” Soon, chatter began about attracting von Roenn to Florida State full time. In the three years since his arrival, the team has taken on several projects, both for the university and others. Their most iconic commission thus far was made possible by the City of Tallahassee. “Declaration,” the impressive, prism-like structure at the new Gaines Street roundabout, is the studio’s biggest glass accomplishment to date. “Nothing happens without some leadership,” von Roenn said. “There is strong interest among commissioners (in Tallahassee) and from the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency), Parks and Recreation and all the way to the mayor.”

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DOO BE DOS … AND DON’TS » WHAT TO WEAR

You are going to a coastal concert, so be stylish, but stay practical. Wear lightweight clothing and comfy shoe wear. Bring a sweater or light jacket. Be mindful of others and leave your “Four Weddings and a Funeral” hat at home. Don’t forget to lather on sunscreen and a dose of insect repellent.

» WHAT TO TAKE

Many concerts welcome picnic baskets with your favorite food and beverages (don’t forget a bottle opener), but others, who have food concessions, do not welcome coolers, so be sure to check first. Bring along a blanket or lightweight folding chairs. Consider an umbrella, as well as a small trash bag. And take everything you came with, especially the little ones.

» WHO TO BRING

Take along family, friends and neighbors who love an old-fashioned outdoor concert. Though parks are fun for Fido, this might not be the time and place for him to romp.

» WHERE TO PARK

Plan to arrive early to snag a great parking space, otherwise be prepared for a pleasant stroll. Many concerts have attendants who can direct you to appropriate parking; others offer valet. Don’t forget to tuck away a few bucks to tip the attendant.

» HOT SHOT It’s exciting to snag and post a snapshot of a performer you love, but be sure clicking away is AOK and, if so, turn off your flash. » SHUSH Refrain from

loud chatter during the concert. If you can hear them, they can most likely hear you, too. Finally, one sound that isn’t popular wafting through the airwaves — a ring tone. Be sure to silent your cellular.

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Sam Hunt, Gulf Coast Jam Festival, 2015 PHOTO BY KANSAS PITTS

music festival junkies JAM YOUR WAY TO THESE MUST-NOT-MISS MUSIC FESTIVALS

HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW said, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” And we all can probably agree that festivals of any sort give us an excuse to gather together and celebrate. It must go without saying then that music festivals are surely one of the most exhilarating ways to connect a community. And on this score, the Emerald Coast doesn’t miss a beat. From charity events to genre-specific concerts to special holiday happenings, the Emerald Coast is simply pulsing with music festivals year-round. Orchestrating a family outing al fresco here is certainly a breeze. And to keep things lively, event

promoters are mixing it up, and beyond rock, jazz and blues, you can also step to the beat of Motown, reggae, rhythm and blues, folk and even bluegrass performed by local, regional and national musicians, acts and bands. Like the sea turtles indigenous to the Emerald Coast’s illustrious shores, most of the beach towns along the coast have birthed festivals that are so popular, they also return year after year. Pictured are some memorable moments during a few festivals staged along the EC beautifully captured by music festival junkies/local photographers Kansas Pitts and Shelly Swanger. // ZANDRA WOLFGRAM

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Nicky Sanders, The Steep Canyon Rangers, part of the Opening NIghts Performing Arts Series at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall in Tallahassee, 2015 PHOTO BY SHELLY SWANGER

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Andy Hall, Infamous Stringdusters, Suwannee Springfest, 2015 PHOTO BY SHELLY SWANGER

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Below is a roundup of some of our favorite must-not-miss annual music festivals throughout the Southeast:

30A SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL

January 15–17, 2016 150 artists performing at 25 venues along 30A: Jackson Browne, Shawn Mullins, Nash Graham, Davis Naish, Chris Alvarado, Kelsey Anna, Bobby Bare, Jr., Ammons Season, David Berkeley, Jeff Black, Boukou Groove

BUKU

March 13–14, 2016 New Orleans, LA Bassnectar, A$AP Rocky, Passion Pit, Empire of the Sun, Die Antwoord, Porter Robinson

SUWANEE SPRINGFEST

March 2016, Dates TBD Live Oak, FL Past performers: Lucinda Williams, John Hiatt, Del McCoury, David Grisman

SXSW

March 13–22, 2016 Austin, TX BORNS, Cathedrals, Robert DeLong, Holychild, Bob Moses, Odesza

SEABREEZE JAZZ FESTIVAL

April 21–24, 2016 Panama City Beach Past performers: David Sanborn, George Benson, Peter White, Rick Braun, Richard Elliott

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

April 24–May 3, 2016 New Orleans, LA Elton John, Lady Gaga, The Who, Widespread Panic

BEALE STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL

April 29–May 1, 2016 Memphis, TN Lenny Kravitz, Ed Sheeran, John Fogerty, The Avett Brothers

HANGOUT MUSIC FEST

May 20–22, 2016 Gulf Shores, AL The Weeknd, Florence + the Machine, Calvin Harris, Alabama Shakes, Ellie Goulding, Walk the Moon, Fetty Wap, Lenny Kravitz Flume, Haim, Cage the Elephant, Panic at the Disco, Miike Snow, Grimes

COUNTERPOINT

May 22–24, 2016 Atlanta, GA Widespread Panic, Zedd, The Roots, Kygo

SLOSS MUSIC & ART FESTIVAL

July 16–17, 2016 Birmingham, AL Modest Mouse, Band of Horses, The Avett Brothers, Primus, Milo Green, Cage the Elephant, Big Gigantic

GULF COAST JAM

Sept. 2–4, 2016 Panama City Beach, FL Past Performers: Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Keith Urban, Hunter Hayes, Dwight Yoakam, Martina McBride, Sam Hunt

BLUEGRASS AT THE BEACH

September 2016, Dates TBD Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village, Destin, FL Past performers: Blue Highway, Willie Sugarcapps, The Hillbenders, Run Boy Run, The Moore Brothers Band, Dismal Creek, Dread Clampitt

SANDESTIN SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL

October 2016, Dates TBD Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Miramar Beach, FL Past performers: Aaron Barker, Kendell Marvel, Alissa Moreno, Steve Bogard, Brent Cobb, Will Rambeaux, Sherrie Austin, Trent Summar,

BAY FEST

October 2016, Dates TBD Mobile, AL Past performers: The Vespers, Eterniti, Peek, The Swon Brothers, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Shinedown, Cage the Elephant

FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL

November 2016, Dates TBD Pensacola, FL Past songwriters: Casey Kelly, Dean Dillon, Jamey Johnson, Scotty Emerick

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Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood, Lady Antebellum, Gulf Coast Jam, 2015 PHOTO BY SHELLY SWANGER

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Oliver Wood, The Wood Brothers, Suwannee Springfest, 2015 PHOTO BY SHELLY SWANGER

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The Edison was illuminated with excitement on the evening of October 28 as hundreds gathered for the Best of Tallahassee event with gracious presenting sponsor Capital City Bank. Attendees enjoyed refreshments and swayed under the stars to the popular hits that Best Local Band winners Tom & the Cats played. Those who purchased flutes of champagne enjoyed the chance to win a beautiful diamond valued at over $6,000 provided by Tallahassee Magazine from the Tallahassee Diamond Center. TALLAHASSEEMAGAZINE.COM Januaryâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;February 2016

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The sun set stunningly over Cascades Park as Ellebelle Photography captured guests mingling throughout the venue that John Gandy Events tastefully decorated. Media sponsors Live in Tallahassee and AM Break with Ann & Audra captured the action throughout the night. Guests shared a sense of community pride among the many successful businesses present that night, as voted on by the community and then tallied by the accounting firm Thomas Howell Ferguson.

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For the first time ever, winners were unveiled live at the event. Finalists paid close attention to monitors throughout the venue as winners were announced via video. The mood was electric as local businesses were celebrated and congratulated. Representatives from sponsors Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Capital Eurocars and Electronet applauded winners and kept energy high throughout the night. An exquisite night, joyful winners and a crowd of 800 people contributed to making Best of Tallahassee 2015 sensational. Read more in Social Studies on page 181. PRESENTED BY:

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From Beethoven to Beagles to the Color Purple, Here Are Events That Touch the Human Spirit // COMPILED BY REBECCA PADGETT AND JEN IRELAND

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Devotion and Dance

January 9 Kick the post-holiday blues by joining the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra for its first event of 2016! The program will begin with Luigi Boccherini’s homage to the classic Don Juan story, “La Casa del Diavolo.” Virtuoso Conrad Tao will be performing Schumann’s Piano Concerto with the orchestra. This piece centers around the interdependent relationship between a soloist and the orchestra. The night will close with Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony, which is set to include a joyous dance routine celebrating the independence and resiliency of the human spirit. These powerful and passionate renditions bring forth the emotions and jubilation that music and dance can evoke. The concert is set to begin at 8 p.m. in the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall located on Florida State University’s campus. Tickets range in price from $10–$55 depending upon which section of the auditorium you choose. Call (850) 224-0461 or visit tallahasseesymphony.org to buy tickets or learn more about the event.

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Day of Dialogue February–May The “A Day of

Dialogue 2016: Women of Interest” lecture series features a diverse and impressive lineup of speakers. The series kicks off on Feb. 1 with FSU women’s basketball coach Sue Semrau and continues with former state official Cynthia O’Connell on Feb. 17. Bentina Terry, vice president of customer service and sales at Gulf Power Co., is next up on March 2 followed by Wendy Spencer, CEO of the Corporation for National & Community Service, on April 15. Susan Young, a motivational speaker, leadership trainer and former Tallahassee resident, will wrap up the series on May 4 with a workshop focused on goal getting.

All lectures will begin at 11:30 a.m. and are held at the Capital City Country Club. Tables, half tables and individual seats are available. Individual tickets may be purchased online at tallahasseemagazine.com/A-Day-ofDialogue. Contact Cherie Rowland at (850) 878-0554 for information on corporate tables and sponsorships.

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Top Salon February 20 The fiercest

competition this side of an FSU–Florida football game is back. The city’s Top Salons, nominated by readers of Tallahassee Magazine, will compete by each making over a deserving model from head to toe. The transformations will be unveiled in a runway show before a panel of judges and a theater full of onlookers who will cast votes to determine the winning salon.

This year’s culminating event will be held at The Moon, followed by an after-party at Recess in CollegeTown. The evening kicks off at 6 p.m. Attendees will enjoy delicious eats, a cash bar and more. General admission is $35 in advance and $45 at the door. Purchase tickets online at tallahasseemagazine.com.

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Red Hills Horse Trials March 10–13 Horse enthusiasts and riders travel from near and

far to take part in this three-day equestrian trial. Thrill at the pounding of hooves as more than 200 riders, many former Olympians, and their horses race, jump and gallop across Red Hills’ cross-country course. 2016 will be the first year with newly designed courses, created by Michael EtheringtonSmith and David O’Connor. In addition to the competition, the event also includes food vendors, exhibits of general interest and sellers of products, including those for the equestrian in your life.

The trials take place at Elinor KlappPhipps Park in Tallahassee. Donations of $15 per day pass and $25 for per weekend pass are accepted at the gate. Festivities last from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. For additional information, visit rhht.org.

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Purple Craze January 31

Join a purple extravaganza and head to Tallahassee’s entertainment lounge, The Moon, for an event to benefit local Alzheimer’s patients. Bust out your best purple outfit to compete for the best purple-themed costume. Why purple? It is the color associated with Alzheimer’s awareness. Relish in live music by Jazz Copeland, dancing, food, prizes, live auctions and photo booths. You will even learn a new dance, the Purple Craze Shuffle, specially choreographed for this event. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Alzheimer’s Project, Inc., which provides relief to caregivers and those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Alzheimer’s Project Inc., is a United Way agency with 22 years of service to Tallahassee and surrounding communities. The event is set to begin at 7 p.m. at The Moon, 1105 E. Lafayette St. To purchase tickets and for additional information call (850) 386-2278 or visit alzheimersproject.org.

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Pets and Their People March 19 All pets (and their

people) are invited to Tallahassee Magazine’s 12th annual event at Proctor Subaru on Capital Circle NE. Bring your furry friend to get your family portrait taken and enjoy a day filled with pets and fellow pet lovers.

This year’s event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free to the public. Tickets for optional brunch and buildyour-own Bloody Mary bar are available at tallahasseemagazine.com or at the event.

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»culture CALENDAR // COMPILED BY ANJELICA MACGREGOR

JAN. 9

Tallahassee Symphony Open Rehearsal Music lovers are welcome to engage in the dress rehearsal for a performance by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra. Along with kids’ activities, guests have a chance to meet orchestra members and conductor Darko Butorac 30 minutes prior to rehearsal and enjoy refreshments. FREE. Ruby Diamond Concert Hall, Florida State University, 222 S. Copeland St. 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. tallahasseesymphony.org/ open-rehearsal

JAN. 10

2nd Sunday Tours of Spring House Every second Sunday of the month, Spring House opens to guests for tours and walk-throughs. Do the Wright thing by viewing the only residence in Florida designed and built by Frank Lloyd Wright! Payment in advance by credit card or PayPal is available online at preservespringhouse.org/2ndSunday-tours. $15 adults and senior citizens; kids younger than 12 are FREE. Spring House, 3117 Okeeheepkee Road. 2–4 p.m. Call Byrd Lewis Mashburn at (850) 321-6417 or visit preservespringhouse.org.

JAN. 14

Steve Martin’s ‘The Underpants’ The Theatre Tallahassee Coffeehouse presents a 1910 satire about a woman’s scandal with three men. The production features comedy and seduction in a German city, Dusseldorf. The raunchy satire contains explicit adult material, so leave the kids at home. All seats $12. Theatre Tallahassee, 1861 Thomasville Road. 8–10:30 p.m. (850) 224-8474, theatretallahassee.org

JAN. 15

Contra Dance The Tallahassee Senior Center knows how to bust a move. This lively social teaches English country dancing to all participants. Beginners welcome; no partner necessary. $8 adults, $7 senior citizens, $5 students. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 7:30–10:30 p.m. Call Mary at (850) 421-1559, send an e-mail to contradancetally@gmail.com or visit tallydancer.com.

JAN. 23

Unit 11 Concert — Sing for the Cure: ‘A Proclamation of Hope’ The Tallahassee Community Choir invites you to embrace yourself in music that is a tribute to those who have battled breast cancer. $general admission, $18 for seniors. Ruby Diamond Concert Hall, Florida State University, 222 S. Copeland St. 8 p.m. (850) 597-0603, tcchorus.org

JAN. 24

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The Artist Series of Tallahassee Presents the Carpe Diem String Quartet For the Artist Series’ 21st season, five hand-picked, worldclass performers known as Carpe Diem will rock the stage with inspired music ranging from tango and pop to rock and jazz. The Carpe Diem String Quartet redefines classical music limits by adding a new modern sound. The music is aimed to appeal to all age groups.

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»culture CALENDAR $23 single ticket, $5 students, kids under 13 FREE. Opperman Music Hall, Florida State University, 114 N. Copeland St. 4–6 p.m. Call Rob Thaler at (850) 224-9934, send an email to director@theartistseries.com or visit theartistseries.org.

JAN. 29

Drawing Together with Michael Harrell Draw and receive constructive criticism at this ongoing weekly studio class. The class engages students by teaching techniques to better their art. $9 students 55 and older, $11 for all others. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 9:30 a.m.–noon. Call Leslie Puckett at (850) 891-1406 or visit talgov.com/seniors.

FEB. 5

First Friday at Railroad Square Art Park Walk around the authentic art park and see great local artists and art galleries. Listen to live music and shop at antique stores while indulging in food and drinks from Black Dog Café and Proof Brewery. FREE. Railroad Square Art Park, 567 Industrial Drive. 6–9 p.m. Call Laura Nicole Floyd at (850) 224-1308 or visit railroadsquare.com.

FEB. 7

Tallahassee Marathon Run either 13.1 miles or go for the gold by running 26.01 miles through local landmarks, parks and neighborhoods for the 42nd annual Tallahassee marathon and half marathon. All proceeds from the race will be split between Kidz1stFund and the Gulf Winds Track Club. $65 for half marathon, $95 for full marathon. Race starts on Monroe Street. 7:30 a.m. Visit tallahasseemarathon.com to register.

FEB. 9

Map to the Treasure: Reimagining Laura Nyro Laura Nyro’s blend of Broadway-inspired melodies, jazz improvisation and socially conscious lyrics resonated in Billy Childs at a very young age. In 2014, Childs released his two Grammy Award-winning tribute to her. Joined by an extended ensemble, Childs brings us an evening of Nyro’s songs made famous by other artists including Barbra Streisand, The 5th Dimension, Patti LaBelle, and Blood, Sweat & Tears. $15-$50. Ruby Diamond Concert Hall. 7:30 p.m. openingnights.fsu.edu

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‘One Man, Two Guvnors’ Protagonist Francis Henshall finds himself in a dilemma when he’s hired to work for a local gangster, Roscoe Crabbe, and an upper-class criminal, Stanley Stubbers. In efforts to make sure the two men never meet, Francis learns that Roscoe is really Stanley’s lover in disguise as her dead brother! The twisted comedic plot is regularly improvised where no two performances are the same. $22 adults, $17 senior citizens and government employees, $12 students. Theatre Tallahassee, 1861 Thomasville Road. 8–10:30 p.m. (850) 224-8474, theatretallahassee.org

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January Developed by the Anne Frank House and sponsored in North America by The Anne Frank Center USA. MoFA sponsors: Holocaust Education Resource Council; Dorothy and Jonathan Rintels Charitable Foundation and the Peace on Earth Gift. These MoFA exhibitions are projects sponsored in part through COCA’s Cultural Grant Program funded by the City of Tallahassee and Leon County. admission is always free www.MoFA.fsu.edu 850-644-6836

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Anne Frank: A History for Today

Cuban Art in the Twentieth Century Cultural Identity and the International Avant-Garde

February 12 - March 27, 2016 Reception: February 12, 6-8pm

Segundo J. Fernandez, Curator. An historical progression of paintings, sculpture and mixed media from the Colonial, Republican and PostRevolutionary periods of Cuban Art up to the present day.

Leopoldo Romañach, detail of Pueblo (Townscape), oil on canvas, c. 1920s.

February / March Builder Levy: Appalachia USA February 12 - March 27, 2016 Reception: February 12, 6-8pm

New York-based photographer Builder Levy presents life and labor in coal mining communities. Organized by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. }Builder Levy, detail of Smith Brothers Mining Company, Williamson, Mingo County, West Virginia, 1971, gold-toned gelatin silver print.

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»culture CALENDAR heating and more. $7 adults, children under 16 FREE. Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center. Fri noon–7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Call Bob Snyder at (772) 631-7920 or visit eastcoastshows.com.

FEB. 12

Jazz Combo Concert Florida State University’s College of Music invites guests to listen to talented musicians play jazz. FREE. Dohnanyi Recital Hall, FSU campus, 122 N. Copeland St. 8–10 p.m. music.fsu. edu/Concerts-and-Events Taste of the Race — February 26, 2016 Presented by Chef Emeril Lagasse and Visit South Walton, enjoy cuisine from some of the Gulf Coast’s top chefs, fine wine, craft spirits, craft beer and live music! Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K Run — February 28, 2016 Presented by Vera Bradley, an out-and-back, fast and mostly flat course where you’ll run past quaint beach towns, dune lakes and the most beautiful beaches. All finishers receive a Vera Bradley bag! Half marathoners receive custom finisher’s medallion, and both races give moisture-wicking technical shirts. Celebrate at the post-race party and enjoy live music!

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Big Bend Community Orchestra Concert Affiliated with Tallahassee Community College, the Big Bend Community Orchestra features 50 volunteer musicians including professionals, teachers and students. The orchestra provides opportunities for community musicians to play together and perform for the public. FREE. Turner Auditorium at TCC, 444 Appleyard Drive. 3:30–4:45 p.m. Call Ginny Densmore at (850) 893-4567 or visit BBCOrch.org.

FEB. 23

Beginning Oil and Acrylic Painting with Charles Hazelip Get in touch with your creative side and attend this ongoing weekly studio class. Students receive guidance and learn to positively critique each other’s work. $9 for students 55 and over, $11 for all others. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 9:30 a.m.–noon. For more information, call Leslie Puckett at (850) 891-4016 or visit talgov.com/seniors.

FEB. 26–28

‘The Adventures of Madeline’ The Young Actors Theatre of Tallahassee is celebrating its 40th-anniversary season with the tale of Madeline. The story starts in an old house in Paris with the outgoing Madeline. Ludwig Bemelmans’ adventurous 70-year-old tale is the showing you should not miss! $14 adults, $12 students and senior citizens, $10 children. Tickets can be purchased online and will be available on the website Jan. 18. Young Actors Theatre, 609 Glenview Drive. Feb. 26 at 7 p.m., Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. Contact Robert A. Stuart at (850) 386-6602 or visit youngactorstheatre.com.

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Celebrating Twenty: Stubbs’ Educational Foundation Variety Extravaganza Stubbs’ Educational Foundation invites you to enjoy live music, dinner, dessert, refreshments, a 50/50 cash drawing and a silent auction. Be sure to dress in your best black attire. Prices range from $50 to $8,000. Tallahassee Automobile Museum, 6800 Mahan Drive. 6–11 p.m. (850) 942-0137, stubbsfoundation.org.

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TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL AND THE TMH FOUNDATION PROUDLY ANNOUNCE GOLDEN GALA XXXIII – FEATURING JAMES TAYLOR APRIL 21, 2016 – 6:00 PM THE DONALD L. TUCKER CIVIC CENTER AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY

JAMES TAYLOR

As a recording and touring artist, James Taylor has touched people with his warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 40 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired. Over the course of his celebrated songwriting and performing career, Taylor has sold more than 100 million albums, earning gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards for classics ranging from Sweet Baby James in 1970 to October Road in 2002. In 2015 Taylor released Before This World, his first new studio album in thirteen years, which earned him his first ever #1 album. He has won multiple Grammy awards and has been inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame. In 2012, Taylor was awarded the distinguished Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government and the National Medal of Arts by President Barack Obama in a White House ceremony. In November of 2015, Taylor was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation’s highest civilian honor.

YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO CONTACT THE TMH FOUNDATION TO MAKE YOUR GOLDEN GALA PLEDGE AND RESERVATION. Please either call or email Bonnie Cannon at 850.431.4590 or bonnie.cannon@tmh.org. Thank you very much for your support of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

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PEDALING FOR PARKINSON'S CYCLE-A-THON TO FUND PARKINSON'S RESEARCH AT THE TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL NEUROSCIENCE CENTER Pedaling for Parkinson’s, a partnership among the TMH Foundation, the FSU College of Medicine and Sweat Therapy Fitness, celebrated its fourth year of cycling for a cause on November 7. This indoor fundraising four-hour cycle-a-thon at Sweat Therapy Fitness features teams of four or five cycling for approximately 30 minutes each to raise funds for Parkinson's research at the Tallahassee Memorial NeuroScience Center. Since its inception, Pedaling for Parkinson’s has raised over $45,000 for Parkinson’s research.

on how to improve their quality of life and management of daily activities related to day to day living.” Cilla Edmonston, Director of the 2015 Pedaling for Parkinson’s, continued, “The FSU College of Medicine students were very excited to participate and help organize the event this year and share the results of recent research with other students, individuals and families in the local community who are affected by this disease."

Pedaling for Parkinson’s founder is Jillianne Grayson, MD, then an FSU College of Medicine student and now completing her residency in neurology at UFHealth Shands Hospital in Gainesville. Dr. Grayson's inspiration was her late grandfather Samuel Torres and her desire to memorialize him. Dr. Grayson commented, “Our family is overjoyed that Pedaling for Parkinson’s continues to raise funds and create awareness of the importance of helping to fund research for Parkinson’s. We are thankful that the TMH Foundation, the FSU College of Medicine students and Sweat Therapy are continuing to honor my grandfather’s memory.” Sweat Therapy co-owner Brian Bibeau noted, “Sweat Therapy is thrilled to partner with the TMH Foundation and the FSU College of Medicine students to host this event to help Parkinson’s patients in the local community." Further, Sweat Therapy co-owner Kim Bibeau, added, “Sweat Therapy Fitness regularly utilizes its RealRyder cycles to help local Parkinson’s patients overcome some symptoms of the disease, and we are pleased to serve as host for the fourth annual Pedaling for Parkinson’s event.”

Local neurologist and FSU COM professor C. Gerry Mailtand, MD (fourth from the right back row) pictured with Cilla Edmonston, FSU COM student director of Pedaling for Parkinson’s (third from the left, front row) pictured with FSU COM and FSU Pre-Med student participants.

TMH Foundation Fundraising Coordinator Felicia McCoy, Sweat Therapy owners, Brian and Kim Bibeau, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving Judi Wills and TMH Foundation Major Gifts Officer Donna McHugh.

The event's program included a remarkably beautiful music presentation by the North Florida Parkinson’s Awareness Choir and a lecture series presenting the results of recent research conducted at TMH by FSU College of Medicine students under the direction and leadership of local neurologist and FSU College of Medicine professor C. Gerry Maitland, MD. During his lecture, Dr. Maitland explained, “The funds raised from Pedaling for Parkinson’s provides support for research studies with the FSU College of Medicine students during the summer to help individuals who are diagnosed with Parkinson’s

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THE SIXTH ANNUAL GOLF SKILLS CHALLENGE PROVIDES FUNDS FOR THE TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL CANCER CENTER AND NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT

On November 1, the sixth annual Golf Skills Challenge charity event was held at the beautiful Southwood Golf Club. “This is definitely not your ordinary charity golf outing. It is a skills competition contested by teams and individual golfers. The golfers battle it out on 21 golf challenges spread around the golf course. The goal is to score as many points as possible by breaking glass, hitting over and around walls, and hitting shots into scoring grids and circles painted on the fairways and greens," said Steve Rogers, founder and organizer of the event. The challenges include The Miller Glass Break, The Sonny’s Wall, The Tri-Eagle Sales Long Drive, The Kraft Nissan Hole in One, The Jimmy Johns Freaky Fast Putt, and many more. Topping off the day was an awards dinner and ceremony where Mr. Rogers presented prizes to the team champion: MLD Architects and to the overall top three golfers: 1st place -- Jason Bench, 2nd place -- Wray Pace and 3rd place -- Terry Szafnicki. The top three point earners on each of the 21 challenges were also awarded gift cards and many other donated prizes. Mr. Rogers is a 14-year survivor of pancreatic cancer and his wife Wendy Rogers is also a cancer survivor. Both Mr. and Mrs. Rogers have worked tirelessly to raise awareness and funds to fight cancer through organizing the annual Golf Skills Challenge. “This year, after talking with close friends about their personal experiences with Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), including Jason Bench, General Manager and Director of Golf at Southwood, who has a beautiful baby boy cared for by the NICU, we decided to equally designate half of the proceeds from the Golf Skills Challenge for the NICU and the other half for the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center," Mr. Rogers explained.

and compassionate cancer care to patients in this region. It specifically offers hematology/ oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology and now gynecologic oncology. TMH is proud of the Cancer Center's highly-trained medical team and its powerful treatment options. Accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer since 1951, the Cancer Center is the longest continuously accredited comprehensive community hospital cancer program in Florida.

story about their precious daughter’s care in the NICU. This year, it is exciting that the Golf Skills Challenge will benefit two well-deserving areas of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. I look forward to continuing to partner with the TMH Foundation and, God willing, I plan to organize the Golf Skills Challenge for many years to come." The 2016 Golf Skills Challenge will be held at Southwood in the late fall; the exact date will be announced in the near future.

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has the only NICU Level III within a 120-mile radius and serves almost 700 babies annually from over 17 counties. Golf Skills Challenge proceeds will be applied toward the acquisition of an

For the sixth straight year Hal and Jan Smith, owners of Sonny’s Bar-B-Q, served as the Presenting Sponsor for the Golf Skills Challenge. The golfers and volunteers started the afternoon with a lunch donated by Jimmy Johns and ended the day with dinner from Red Elephant. Other generous sponsors and teams who supported the event include: Tri-Eagle Sales, IBM, Workday, Prime Meridian Bank, Kraft Nissan, Miller Glass, Mainline Information Systems, NAI Talcor, MLD Architects, RT Electric, Village Inn, Edwin Watts Golf, Titleist, Newk’s Café, Deloitte, Vascular Surgery Associates, Valveri and Sutton, Evans and Marple, Aaron Diener, Team Deloach, Team Rogers/Guzinski, Team Rogers Jacksonville, Cobbler’s Shop, Mellow Mushroom, Subway, Eagle Cleaners, SIK Golf, Chick Fil-A, eTech Services, and 723 Whiskey Bravo.

additional Giraffe Omni-Bed to care for the most fragile and critically ill premature infants. Judith Danford, NICU Nurse Manager, said, “The NICU is profoundly grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Rogers and the Golf Skills Challenge for the Giraffe OmniBed which is the perfect environment for the care of micro-preemies and extremely low-birth weight babies.”

The Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center opened in 2011 and delivers innovative, comprehensive

Before the golfers hit the course, Tallahassee resident and Chicago Cubs professional baseball player David Ross shared his and his wife Hyla Ross's personal story and experience with the NICU where their newborn baby girl recently received excellent care. Mr. Rogers commented, “It was a pleasure to share my cancer experience today and to hear the Ross family's amazing

RT Electric Team left to right: Wallis Walker, Rob Thompson and Bill Pollock

Team Champion MLD Architects left to right: Wayne Mayo, Terry Szafnicki, Easton Sumner and Iain Hamden

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The Golf Skills Challenge and Mr. Rogers extended special thanks to Jason Bench and the team at Southwood Golf Club, the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center and the TMH Foundation colleagues who helped with fundraising and logistics, registration and the awards dinner. Over 80 student-athletes representing the FSU golf, swimming and diving teams volunteered as Golf Ambassadors to run each of the 21 challenges. FSU swimmers and divers also joined with each of the 17 teams serving as official scorekeepers.

Steve Rogers introducing David Ross and Hal Smith representing Sonny’s Bar-B-Q, the event's presenting sponsor

THE CHROME DIVAS OF TALLAHASSEE HOST THE

14TH CONSECUTIVE BREAST CANCER POKER RUN The Chrome Divas of Tallahassee – a local women’s motorcycle group – celebrated its 14th Annual Breast Cancer Poker Run on October 11 with proceeds designated for A Woman’s Place at Tallahassee Memorial. Over 230 motorcyclists participated in the event, starting at the Tallahassee Harley Davidson on Capital Circle North West and ending with lunch, music and prizes at the Skybox Sports Bar and Grill in Crawfordville. Local Wakulla County radio host Will Dance served as Master of Ceremonies at the Skybox.

through the Breast Cancer Poker Run. The dollars raised help women who do not have the financial means to obtain the aforementioned products that serve to enhance the outward appearance and heal the inner spirit.”

Diva member Lisa Vince said her breast cancer diagnosis in 2014 provided her with a renewed passion for the event, “I am so very proud to be a member of the Chrome Divas of Tallahassee and to help with the Poker Run each year. Since I have had The Chrome Divas of personal experience with Tallahassee present the breast cancer, I understand Breast Cancer Poker how meaningful the Run annually to benefit services of A Woman's A Woman’s Place. The Place are." Pat Kossmann, Divas were honored in Chrome Divas of 2007 as the Outstanding Tallahassee 2015 Director, Fundraising Organization added, “The Chrome Divas of the year in recognition of Tallahassee are honored of the organization's to continue this unique fundraising activities partnership with the TMH to benefit women and Foundation to help patients children in the Big Bend who are in need of support region. During the past and services. Further, the 14 years, the Divas have Divas Sponsor Board thanking all sponsors Divas are very grateful to raised over $118,000 to all of the Breast Cancer benefit those who are Po k e r R u n ' s g e n e r o u s served by A Woman’s Place. sponsors, including: The Tallahassee Moose A Woman’s Place at Lodge #1075, Comcast Tallahassee Memorial C a b l e , Ta l l a h a s s e e is fully accredited by Harley Davidson, Jeff the American Board Ard Insurance, Dale for Certification and Earnhardt Jr. Buick, GMC Orthotics, Prosthetics and Cadillac, Skybox and Perdorthics, Inc. to Sports Bar and Grill, serve women recovering Benson’s Heating and Left to Right: Diva Hestia Warren, Judi Wills, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving, from breast cancer Air Conditioning, Ouzts Taylor Barrett, granddaughter of Lisa Vince, Diva Lisa Vince, Diva Holly Palmer, Diva Laurie treatment and breast Too Oyster Bar and Grill, Alexander, Diva Linda Harris, Diva Linda Wright, Diva Rosie Green, Diva Director Patricia surgeries who require Kossmann and her sister Jean Dean Hobbit American Grill, Syn breast prosthesis, Tech Systems, Southwest mastectomy bras and post surgical garments. Additional Georgia Farm Credit, Just One More, Tallahassee State Bank products available include compression garments for those and many others.” diagnosed with lymphedema and a variety of hats, wigs and skin care products for those individuals who are receiving Please contact Judi Wills at (850) 431-5904 or email judi.wills@ chemotherapy and radiation treatments. A Woman’s Place tmh.org to learn how you can support A Woman's Place. Manager, Sherry Kendrick, explained, “A Woman’s Place is very grateful to all the Divas for the funding made possible

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THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF TALLAHASSEE

CELEBRATES NINTH ANNUAL PUMPKIN PALOOZA AT TMH The Junior League of Tallahassee (JLT) celebrated its ninth annual Pumpkin Palooza on October 30 in the Mike Martin Family Playroom (MMFP) at the Tallahassee Memorial Children’s Center. It was truly an entertaining day of fun for hospitalized children and their families. Gifts of treats, arts and crafts activities and goody bags with new toys were donated and bestowed by JLT volunteers who spent several hours of high quality time with the children. The MMFP was transformed with paper pumpkins and other fall décor. Activities included music, face painting and games along with arts and crafts. Each child enjoyed spending time with individual JLT members as they offered many positive distractions for the children.

The United States Bowling Congress — Tallahassee Association Presents

“Bowl for the Cure”

The United States Bowling Congress (USBC) - Tallahassee Association organized its second "Bowl for the Cure” at Capital Lanes on October 24 to equally benefit Tallahassee Memorial’s A Woman’s Place and the Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center. Michael Fleischacker, President of the USBC — Tallahassee Association, stated, “It was exciting for our board of directors to coordinate this fundraiser with the proceeds going to help women in our community who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and are in need of services at TMH. The USBC plans to partner with the TMH Foundation again in 2016 for a third fundraiser for this important cause." Judi Wills, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving, added, “The USBC – Tallahassee Association is a wonderful organization and the TMH Foundation is very grateful for its gift to support individuals who are served by A Woman’s Place and by the Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center. It was a joy to work with Mr. Fleischacker and the USBC – Tallahassee Association again this year and so much fun since I had the unique opportunity to bowl on my family's team — The Powerful Paffords."

Olivia Burton, TMH Child Life Specialist, explained, "The Children’s Center is very grateful to the Junior League of Tallahassee for providing treats and games for hospitalized children and their families. The hospitalized children are more relaxed and comfortable when they are given an opportunity to engage in activities they normally enjoy at home or school." Judi Wills, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving, added, “It is indeed a joy and a blessing to continue to partner with the Junior League of Tallahassee. The TMH Foundation is very thankful for this unique organization and its support of the children served by the Children's Center." To offer your support of the Tallahassee Memorial Children’s Center, please contact Judi Wills at 850.431.5904 or email judi.wills@tmh.org

Tallahassee Bowling Association board members present check to the TMH Foundation. From Left to Right: Buster Leon, USBC Tallahassee Association VicePresident, Judi Wills, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving, Michael Fleischacker, USBC Tallahassee Association President, Brad Quandt. Board members not pictured: Lewis Rivers , Misty Quandt, Lisa Tajdari, Betty Proctor, Melissa Peck, Anthony Williams, Minnie McNeil, Pecola Thompson and Bob Wool.

SAVE THE DATE MAYS-MUNROE 3RD ANNUAL “HAVE A HEART” CELEBRATION IN MEMORY OF RAY MUNROE, JR. IS MOVING TO HEART MONTH Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 6 p.m. Ditch the black tie and wear a touch of red while enjoying an evening of music, food, drink, live and silent auctions and a presentation by cardiologist Frank Gredler, MD and member of the TMH Board of Directors.

Left to Right: Judi Wills, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving, JLT members: Ashley Farrell, Audrea Coniglio, Blake Moore, Takila Brooks, TMH Child Life Specialist Olivia Burton and TMH Director of Colleague Relations and JLT Member Elissa Saavedra in the foreground.

All proceeds benefit the Tallahassee Memorial Heart & Vascular Center. Contact Aaron Kinnon at 850-431-5698 for more information.

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TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE AND ITS FOUNDATION SALUTE AND HONOR THE

22nd Annual Tee Off for Tots Golf Tournament/Dinner Carnival & Raffle Donors whose generous support benefits the Proctor Endowment for Children with Diabetes and the Tallahassee Memorial Children's Center Current Use Fund MEDICAL SPONSORS

MAJOR BROADCAST SPONSOR

GOLF BALL SPONSOR

TOURNAMENT GOODIE BAG SPONSOR

TOURNAMENT HOST

LUNCH SPONSOR

MAJOR PUBLICATION SPONSOR

DINNER SPONSORS

COURSE BEVERAGE SPONSOR

BREAKFAST SPONSOR TOURNAMENT PRINTING SPONSOR

TOWEL SPONSOR

SIGN SPONSOR

Randy Guemple TM

GREATER GOOD SPONSORS & DONORS Busch Gardens CDW Chelsea’s Salon Vickie and Sam Childers Murl Cruce Don Veller Seminole Golf Course Florida State University Women’s and Men’s Golf Teams Garcia Hamilton & Associates, L.P. The Gem Collection Golden Eagle Country Club Martha Guemple, Bee*Itch Deezigns Harry’s Seafood Hilaman Park Municipal Golf Course Killearn Country Club Nic’s Toggery North Florida Animal Hospital Chef Russell Pancamo Premier Health & Fitness Center Refreshment Services Pepsi

Robert’s Jewelry & Design SeaWorld/Aquatica Southwood Golf Club Sparkle by Madison Strauss Gallery Summerbrooke Golf Club Tallahassee Coca-Cola Bottling Co. TMH Gift Shop Tri-Eagle Sales Brendon Vavrica, Thistle Asset Consulting Walt Disney World L. Gary Wright GOLD TEAM SPONSORS - $2,000 Aristoi Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC Childers Construction, Inc. Gaylor Electric, Inc. Gresham, Smith & Partners Lewis & Thompson Electric, Inc. Team 1 Lewis & Thompson Electric, Inc. Team 2 Pediatrix Medical Group Peter Mitchell Associates, Inc. Publix Super Markets Charities Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

TEAM SPONSORS - $1,200 BB&T Landrum Yeager/BB&T Big Bend Hospice Cabling Technologies, Inc. Capital Health Plan CDW Clemons, Rutherford & Associates, Inc. Culpepper Construction Company Donald L. Tucker Civic Center General Dynamics Team 1 General Dynamics Team 2 Golden Eagle Country Club Tom Haney, M.D. Healthcare Performance Group Hi-Tech Systems Associates, Inc. Inspired Technologies, Inc. Mad Dog Construction McKesson MMHP Investment Advisors Nic’s Toggery Refreshment Services Pepsi Regions Bank Residential Elevators RT Electric, LLC Southern Medical Group, P.A. SunTrust Tallahassee Coca Cola Team Rikki Transamerica Retirement Systems Yorkshore Sales/Carpet Studio

Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor & Sponsor of Automobile

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GIRL SCOUT TROOP 88

GOES “PINK” AND PRESENTS GIFT The members of Girl Scout Troop 88 — made up of kindergarten through second grade Daisies and Brownies — created a pink lemonade stand at Harper Hill Boutique to raise funds for the Angie Deeb Cancer Unit at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Each girl earned a patch for this community charity project, and on October 21, the Troop presented a gift check for $402 to Debbie Maguire, Nurse Manager, Angie Deeb In-Patient Cancer Unit and her staff.

TMH Foundation Director of Planned Giving Janet Borneman, Angie Deeb Cancer Unit Nurse Manager Debbie Maguire, and nursing staff : April Bobo, Quinston Ephraim, Piper O'Neal, and Dawn Bishop. Girl Scouts making the presentation are: Kaitlyn Grauer, Wynn Whitfield, Caroline Robinson, Ainsley Ellison, and Logan Click.

LEON HIGH SCHOOL’S “PINK” PEP RALLY FOR THE TMH CANCER CENTER In October Leon High School held its eighth annual “Pink” Pep Rally to benefit the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center and the patients it serves. Each year the students, faculty and staff of Leon have much fun, combined with extraordinary effort, in raising money for cancer education, detection and treatment. This year the students created a variety of fund-raising opportunities, including t-shirt sales and a poker run. Leon Principal Billy Epting even took a pie to the face as part of the fund-raising activities. For 2015 Leon High raised $20,100, bringing its eight-year fund-raising total to $169,139.

Left to Right: Leon Dean of Students Mark Feely, Leon Student Government Association (SGA) member Robert Skrob, TMH Foundation Director of Planned Giving Janet Borneman, and Leon SGA members Camille Cummings, Carlton DiSalvo, Elyse Thompson, Camille Graham, and Brittany Warren.

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FSU PAINTS IT "PINK" for TMH Cancer Programs

Left to Right: TMH Foundation President/CEO Paula Fortunas, FSU Director of Athletics Stan Wilcox, FSU Sand Volleyball Coach Brooke Niles, FSU Volleyball Coach Chris Poole, TMH Cancer Center Administrator Matt Sherer, TMH volunteer and breast cancer survivor Maye Walker, TMH Foundation Director of Planned Giving Janet Borneman, FSU Soccer Coach Mark Krikorian, and FSU Softball Coach Lonni Alameda. For 2015 FSU Women’s Sports teams raised $16,086, bringing the total raised to $60,149 for TMH cancer programs, including the Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center.

TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE AND ITS FOUNDATION SALUTE THE

2015 Cards for a Cure Sponsors, Donors, Volunteers, Committee and Honoree Terese Combs HOSPITALITY SPONSOR: TMH Physician Partners, Cancer & Hematology Specialists Tim Broeseker, MD, Janice Lawson, MD, Jeannine Silberman, MD, Iman Imanirad, MD, and Amit Jain, MD, MPH

TITLE SPONSOR:

BAND SPONSOR: TMH Physician Partners, Radiation Oncology Specialists Philip Sharp, MD, Raj Bendre, MD and Ovidiu Marina, MD

A Piece of Cake Event Planning Gary and Barbara Alford, RN, BSN Anesthesiology Associates of Tallahassee AstraZeneca

WINE GLASS SPONSOR: Full Press Apparel

Missy Gunnels Flowers

Leila, Bob and Julie McClure

Donna and Roger Champion

Brian Haley Sarah Nan Haney

Hector Mejia, MD and Kristin Harmon, MD

Suzanne and Armand Cognetta, MD Amy Cooksey

B&B Sporting Goods

Tracy and Alan Cox

BB&T

Kathleen and Jim Dahl

Bama Dog LLC

Frances Davis

Mary and David Bellamy, MD

Chase and Michelle Dickson

Benson’s Heating & Air Conditioning

Doug Crowley Insurance

Shelby Blank, MD and David Burday, MD

Florida Surplus Lines – Gary Pullen

Marie Cowart

Chollet Dunbar

Haute Headz Judy and Myron Hayden Woody Hayes Incyte Corporation Kimberly Jones Katie’s Cakes and Catering Annie and Joe Kelley Patricia Kenny Kristine and Farhat Khairallah, MD Abby Bender Kirkland Stefanie Lendon

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TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEART & VASCULAR CENTER BENEFICIARY OF THE

ALPHA PHI RED DRESS GALA

On October 30 the dynamic women of the Gamma Phi Chapter of Alpha Phi at Florida State University “out did” themselves as 680 guests gathered for the Fifth Annual Red Dress Gala, Alpha Phi’s signature philanthropic event. It was Florida State University’s Parents Weekend and families, Alpha Phi sisters and community members joined in an evening of fellowship, food, live music and silent and live auctions to raise funds for the Tallahassee Memorial Heart & Vascular Center through the TMH Foundation.

what he did. If I ever have the opportunity to do the same for someone else, I would give of myself to do so.” Dakota’s emotion and enthusiasm overflowed into the crowd as she spoke. She encouraged everyone to learn hands-only CPR so that others could be prepared to save a life should the need arise. Dakota received a second chance and her passion for life is evident. She is living life to the fullest and encouraging others to do the same.

expressed, “This man, whom I’d never met, saved my life and if I ever have the chance, I would thank him and let him know how grateful I am for

“The relationship between Alpha Phi and Tallahassee Memorial is extraordinary and has already touched the lives of many people in the Big Bend Region,” said Aaron Kinnon, TMH Foundation Director of Development. He continued, “These young women are passionate about working together for the good of others, and the organizational and development skills they exhibit will take them far in whatever careers they choose. Furthermore, each class is training and developing the women behind them, and the philanthropic partnership Alpha Phi is forging with the TMH Foundation will have profound and lasting outcomes to the people in our community.”

Following Dakota’s inspiring talk, Thomas Noel, MD, Board Certified Interventional Tori Mason, Vice President Cardiologist, reiterated of Marketing, Gamma the importance of handsPhi Chapter, opened the only CPR. “When CPR is program with a gracious performed, it circulates welcome and informed oxygenated blood through guests that “Alpha Phi has the heart and to the brain been helping hearts since and other vital organs. 1946.” She spoke highly of CPR not only saves lives Alpha Phi’s relationship with but may also improve the the TMH Foundation and quality of life for survivors.” said, “In February 2013, He continued, “Thirty-five the Alpha Phi Foundation percent of cardiac arrest awarded a $50,000 patients in Leon County Heart to Heart grant to have had CPR performed the TMH Foundation. prior to arrival of Emergency This grant funded TMH’s Medical Services – “Empowering Women to significantly up from seven Save Lives through CPR Members of the Gamma Phi Chapter’s Executive Council of Alpha Phi at Florida State University with guests percent, and this is due from Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. Left to Right: Sophia Gallo - Assistant Director of Philanthropy, Ashley Training” which included to public trainings in part Bowman - Director of Philanthropy, McKenzie Moore - Panhellenic Delegate, Emily Blythe - Vice President of a Heart to Heart CPR & by the funding and work Chapter Operations, Lisa Mullee - TMH Cardiovascular Lab Director, Tori Mason - Vice President of Marketing, Wellness Fair. Through this Sydney Brehm – President, Aaron Kinnon - TMH Foundation Director of Development, Maya Saikali - Vice of Alpha Phi.” Dr. Noel program, 600 local women President of Programming and Education, Saige Abrams - Vice President of Risk Management, AnneMarie also spoke of the many were trained in hands-only Mosiello - Vice President of Campus Affairs interventional advances in CPR, and we are proud to cardiology performed at say that all of our sisters are trained and empowered with the ability to save Tallahassee Memorial. Even with these life-saving advances, he stressed the a life. We are honored to have representatives from the TMH Foundation and need for ongoing research. Dr. Noel stated, “Recent research has shown that the Tallahassee Memorial Heart & Vascular Center with us this evening.” certain blood thinners react differently in women than men, and because of The survivor speaker was Alpha Phi’s own Dakota Dixon, a sophomore philanthropic efforts such as that of Alpha Phi, we can strive toward a better at FSU, who was diagnosed with a heart murmur as an infant and understanding of these and other differences.” survived cardiac arrest at age six. After her cardiac arrest event, she was Of the $32,000 raised at this year’s Red Dress Gala, the TMH Foundation diagnosed with Bradycardia-Arrythmic and underwent treatments while also will receive $16,000. The other half will go to the Alpha Phi Foundation to participating in pediatric electrophysiology studies. While Dakota advocates fund scholarships for Alpha Phi sisters and women’s heart health initiatives for technological advancement through studies and philanthropy, she is most such as the annual Heart to Heart grant program. The TMH Foundation has grateful for the stranger who performed CPR on her in the mall when she applied for the Heart to Heart 2016 $100,000 grant. was six years old. Dakota

Thomas Noel, MD, Board Certified Cardiologist with Southern Medical Group, P.A., speaking to guests at the 2015 Alpha Phi Red Dress Gala.

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TMH Foundation President/CEO Paula Fortunas is Retiring “After 12 years of distinguished service as both TMH Foundation President/CEO and TMH Vice President/Chief Advancement Officer, Paula Fortunas is retiring," announced Mark O’Bryant, TMH President/CEO. Paula S. Fortunas President/CEO TMH Foundation

Continuing Mr. O’Bryant said, “I would like to thank Paula for her efforts to advance our institution and recognize her work in positioning us to better serve our region. Paula has been instrumental in advancing the strategic vision of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. For instance, Paula forged stronger relationships with our academic partners, which is a major focus of our strategic plan. “Under her leadership, she revitalized the Spiritual Care Department and its Clinical Pastoral Education Program. Paula also worked with community partners to develop the TMH/Big Bend Region’s Animal Therapy Program, and the Joint TMH-FSU Medical Music Therapy & Arts and Medicine Program. “Finally, Paula worked tirelessly to attract benefactors to support our many clinical programs. Since coming to TMH in 2004 from a position as Vice President for Planned Giving at the FSU Foundation, the TMH Foundation’s gifts and grants have increased 800%. It has been a true pleasure working with Paula and I wish her the best in her retirement.” According to Roger Champion, Chair of the TMH Foundation Board of Trustees, "Paula was among the first Florida State University alumni to be inducted into

the University’s prestigious Circle of Gold and she is also the recipient of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education’s Lifetime Achievement Award. On National Philanthropy Day, she was named Outstanding Fund-Raising Professional of the Year by the Big Bend Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and was a Tallahassee Community College Women’s History Month Honoree. Paula has been honored by the Tallahassee Democrat as one of the “Twenty-Five Women You Need to Know,” and the TMH Foundation was named the Outstanding Professional Philanthropic Organization by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Further, Paula was recognized by the Girl Scout Council of the Florida Panhandle as its Woman of Distinction in Health, and the more-than 1,000 professional nurses at Tallahassee Memorial selected her as their Nursing Champion. "Paula is engaged in a variety of local, state and national activities that have enhanced her role as our President and CEO. Her activities include service on the American Red Cross, Capital Area Chapter Board of Directors, the University Center Club Board of Governors, the FSU College of Medicine Dean’s Advisory Council, the FSU College of Nursing Community Advisory Board, the FSU DeVoe Moore Center Oversight Board for the Study of Critical Issues in Economic Policy and Government, the Ronald McDonald House Charities Board of Directors, and the Artist Series Board of Directors. She is also a member of the Tallahassee Kiwanis Club, Zonta International, the Economic Club of Tallahassee, and the Tallahassee Regional Estate Planning Council. Paula will be greatly missed by one and all.”

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»culture SOCIAL STUDIES Leadership Tallahassee September 17 Leadership Tallahassee, a program of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, presented its 21st annual Distinguished Leadership Awards at the University Center Club. Althemese Barnes, founding director of the John G. Riley House & Museum, was presented with the Lifetime Leadership Award. Three other awards were announced: Leadership Pacesetter Award, Betsy Couch; Leader of the Year, Micah Widen and Servant Leadership Award, Debie Leonard. All proceeds from the event go to the Youth Leadership Tallahassee program for high school juniors.

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KCCI held a celebration to unveil plans to further engage citizens around the Big Bend. The event brought out more than 200 KCCI catalysts and supporters of the initiative who celebrated recent successes including Tallahassee Music Week, the Frenchtown Farmer’s Market and the new #SeeTallahassee campaign, which produced the first district mural in Midtown. // PHOTOS BY ALLENA SMITH

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»culture SOCIAL STUDIES Bourbon, Bacon and Brews September 30 First Commerce Credit Union teamed up with Madison Social for this third annual event, which featured flavor-filled flights of smoky bacon, specialty bourbons and craft beer. This year’s event benefitted the FCCU Foundation supporting financial literacy in our community.

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Aim for a Cure October 2–3 Supporters and friends of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation gathered for their annual Aim for a Cure event. The Friday night Wells Fargo banquet at the Tallahassee Car Museum included music by the Michael Miller Band, a silent auction and an inspirational talk from former FSU defensive coach Mickey Andrews. Saturday’s event at Southwind Clays and Quail in Quitman, GA included a sporting clays tournament, live auctions and an awards luncheon. Funds raised went to research toward finding a cure for cystic fibrosis. This year’s fundraising goal of $40,000 was exceeded by $13,000.

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»culture SOCIAL STUDIES Cards for a Cure October 3 The 10th anniversary of Cards for a Cure was held at the Tallahassee Automobile Museum and honored Terese Combs as a breast cancer survivor. The event drew its largest crowd ever of more than 480 people. Guests dined on hors d’oeuvres, imported French cheeses, round of roast beef, roasted chicken skewers, quiches, chocolate éclairs, cannolis, cream puffs, and much more. Alabama band “Lucky Town” played as guests danced, bid on silent auction items and tried their luck with casino games. All proceeds benefitted the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center and cancer programs.

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Oktoberfest October 23 An authentic German experience was had by all at the 17th annual Oktoberfest, hosted by Elder Care Services and held at Mission San Luis. Lederhosen were in evidence, along with beer steins, authentic German cuisine, a traditional biergarten and a silent auction benefitting Elder Care Services. Guests also enjoyed live music set up in the museum’s beautiful backyard. // PHOTOS BY SUSAN BALDINO

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»culture SOCIAL STUDIES Best of Tallahassee October 28 The best of the best gathered at the Edison to celebrate local businesses’ hard work over the year. Earlier in the year, readers of Tallahassee Magazine voted on who they thought the deserving businesses were. Categories included Best Restaurants, Shopping, Entertainment and Service Providers. The night was filled with winners and runner-ups, along with delicious bites, champagne and live entertainment from Tom and the Cats.

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A Tallahassee lunch institution since the late ’70s, Hopkins’’ Eatery was serving up light, healthy sandwiches, soups and salads long before it was a popular trend. Serving from three Leon County locations, Hopkins’’ is popular all over Tallahassee, but the flagship restaurant is in Market Square. Back when lunch often consisted of a greasy burger, pizza or three martinis, Hopkins’ Eatery embarked upon offering meals that didn’t leave one feeling bloated. Now, light lunch options like Panera Bread and others have followed suit all over the country, but Hopkins’ remains the original. Clay Hopkins’ founded Hopkins’ Eatery, but the restaurant has changed hands twice since then. In July 1982, DeeDee Johnston bought Hopkins’ Eatery before passing it on to her daughter and Hopkins’ current owner, Debbie Johnston. Hopkins’ is open for lunch and dinner, but with the exception of the North Monroe location, don’t expect to see any dinner-style entrees. Hopkins’ does salads and sandwiches only, but it does them well, using fresh ingredients and original recipes. There are more than 25 sandwiches to choose from on the menu, including favorites like the Italian, Cuban and grilled cheese, as well as Hopkins’ originals such as the Hawaiian, the Grecian Ham and Cheese Bake, and many more. If none of these suits you, you can even build our own. According to owner Debbie Johnston, some of the most popular items on the menu are the Chicken Tetrazzini, Black Bird and Ultimate Turkey sandwiches. When asked why people keep coming back to Hopkins’, Debbie replied “family.” Hopkins’ is locally owned and operated by Debbie and her sisters who ensure that the quality of the food is always top-notch. “Plus,” says Debbie, “we use fresh ingredients, we make everything from scratch. We get our bread made daily from Tasty Pastry, we make our soup in house, nothing that we serve is premade.” It is the focus on fresh, The Black Bird sandwich healthy food that has made with turkey, black olives, all three Hopkins’ Eatery and other fresh toplocations Tallahassee lunch pings, was included in destinations and keeps Tallahassee Magazine’s customers coming back for “Top 9 sandwiches of Tallahassee.” more. // NICK FARRELL

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»food DINING GUIDE Gourmet Specialty ANDREW’S 228 American, Italian. A chic urban restaurant serving signature blends of creative American and Italian cuisine in stylish surroundings. Private rooms are available for banquets and meetings. 228 S. Adams St. (850) 222-3444. $$$ D AVENUE EAT & DRINK American Fusion. A downtown restaurant offering a melting pot of flavors fresh from the South, served in scrumptious dining presentations. Sunday brunch is a not-to-bemissed treat. 115 E. Park Ave. (850) 224-0115. $$$ B L D CYPRESS RESTAURANT H New Southern. To make a special evening a cut above the rest, bring the celebration to Cypress. Known for its sophisticated take on Southern cuisine, this restaurant won readers’ votes in 2014 and 2015 as Best Celebration/Special Occasion and Best Fine Dining restaurant. 320 E. Tennessee St. (850) 513-1100. $$$ D

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night out with friends. Guests can choose from two happy hours, a selection of delectable martinis and cocktails, two-for-ones and a bevy of other drinks. 215 W. College Ave. (850) 391-1309. $$ B L D ANDREW’S CAPITAL GRILL AND BAR American. A Downtown landmark for 40 years, Andrew’s is an energetic, casual, see-and-be-seen spot. House favorites include a popular lunch buffet, hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and pasta dishes. Downtown delivery. 228 S. Adams St. (850) 222-3444/Fax, (850) 222-2433. $$ B L D

THE EDISON Fusion. Tallahassee’s newest fine dining establishment, The Edison is so much more than just a pretty face. Equipped with a beer garden, wine cellar, casual café, open-air alternatives and a gorgeous view, this historic building and restaurant has quickly become a Tallahassee favorite. 470 Suwannee St. (850) 684-2117. $$/$$$

AZU — A LUCY HO’S RESTAURANT Asian. Serving Tallahassee since 1970, Lucy Ho’s offers Japanese-style cooking with Cantonese, Sichuan, Hunan, Peking and Taiwanese influences. Diners also will find a full bar and the freshest sushi. 3220 Apalachee Pkwy. (850) 893-4112. $/$$ L D

GEORGIO’S American. If George Koikos is in the house, you can count on a visit to your table from him during your meal. His hands-on commitment to quality, food, service and a personal touch have kept his restaurants in business for more than 45 years. 2971 Apalachee Pkwy. (850) 877-3211. $$$ D

BELLA BELLA H Italian. Take your taste buds to Italy with a trip to Bella Bella, voted Best Italian by Tallahassee Magazine readers in 2015. This locally owned and operated restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with all the classics to satisfy your pasta cravings. 123 E. 5th Ave. (850) 412-1114. $$ L D

MICCOSUKEE ROOT CELLAR Fusion. With its hand-hewn décor, organic menu items and seemingly endless supply of artisan crafted beer and wine, it’s the place to go when a fresh twist on tradition is what the taste buds order. 1311 Miccosukee Rd. (850) 597-7419. $$ D

BROOKLYN WATER BAGELS AND PIZZA American. Using the freshest ingredients and an exclusive water treatment process, renowned Brooklyn bagels, coffee and pizza made famous in their original location can now be found in Tallahassee. CollegeTown, 815 W. Madison St. (850) 765-1058. $B L D

SAGE RESTAURANT H American. Sage’s menu masterfully melds regional influences, including Southern and French. The setting at this 2015 Best of Tallahassee winner is gorgeous but cozy, and the outdoor patio sets a charming, romantic tone for a relaxed evening. 3534 Maclay Blvd. (850) 270-9396. $$$ B L D

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THE CAKE SHOP H Bakery. From your plain vanilla and chocolate to specialties like Snicker’s Candy Bar and Chunky Monkey, The Cake Shop provides delicious cakes, cookies and cupcakes for special occasions or just to satisfy your sweet tooth. It earned honors for Best Bakery and Best Dessert in our 2014 AND 2015 readers’ choice polls. 1908 Capital Circle N.E. (850) 386‑2253. $ CANTINA TALLAHASSEE Mexican. The menu includes all your South of the Border favorites — tacos, burritos, chimichangas, quesadillas and more — along with $5 and less fast-food options as

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»food DINING GUIDE well as sharing-sized Platos Con Amigos. CollegeTown, 705 S. Woodward Ave. (850) 273-4002. $ L D CARRIE ANN & CO. American, Catering. No reservation required for Carrie Ann & Co.’s Tuesday Night Dinners at the Mays House, a charming, historic 1922 residence in Monticello. Or head downtown to their Rosemary Tree Café & Gift Shop for coffee and daily specials on wraps and sandwiches. Custom catering available. The Mays House, 925 E. Washington St. (850) 544-2427 or (850) 544-1582. Rosemary Tree Café, 170 N. Jefferson St. (850) 997-2106. $/$$ B L D (Tuesdays Only) (Mays House only) COOSH’S BAYOU ROUGE H Cajun. This Best Cajun Restaurant winner for 2015 brings the best of the Bayou State right to your table. The menu is jam-packed with Louisiana-style dishes, favorites like jambalaya, crawfish etouffee, po’boys and seafood gumbo. Not in a Cajun mood? Coosh’s also offers classic hamburgers, salads and chicken wings. 6267 Old Water Oak Rd. (850) 894‑4110. $$ B L D THE EGG CAFÉ AND EATERY H American. When you’re looking for breakfast favorites, even if it’s lunchtime, The Egg is the place to be. Made-to-order items use the finest ingredients. Voted Tallahassee’s best 12 times, including the 2015 award for Best Breakfast. In Evening Rose at 3740 Austin Davis Ave. (850) 907-3447. Light breakfast fare is available at The Egg Express, a second downtown location in the R.A. Gray building. 500 S. Bronough St., Room G-22 (850) 9073447. $$ B L EL JALISCO H Mexican. In the mood for sizzling enchiladas and frozen margaritas? Make your way to the 2015 Best Mexican/Latin American Restaurant, El Jalisco, where they do Mexican cuisine to perfection. 2022 N. Monroe St. (850) 878‑0800; 2915‑301 Kerry Forest Pkwy. (850) 668‑1002; 2736 Capital Circle N.E.; and 3197 Merchants Row Blvd. (850) 727‑0094. $L D HASU Asian. Hasu offers carefully prepared sushi that comes with a great, welcoming atmosphere for those dining in as well as carrying out. Two convenient locations. 3551 Blair Stone Road, Suite 132 (850) 671‑4278; 1400 Village Square Blvd., Suite 14 (850) 893-4278. $$ L D JOE MAMA’S WOOD FIRED PIZZA Italian. Crisp toppings. Freshly prepared pizza dough. Traditional Tuscan wood-fired oven. What more could you ask for? Joe Mama’s offers quintessential casual Italian dining. 307 N. Monroe St. (850) 577-1231. $ L D

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KIKU Japanese Fusion. With a wide selection of sushi rolls and traditional Japanese dishes, Kiku caters to a variety of tastes.

3491 Thomasville Rd., Suite 12. (850) 222‑5458. $$ L D KLASSIC KATERING H American, Southern, Italian. The culinary masterminds behind Klassic Katering know how to transform an event from drab to fab. With a ton of flavor and a pinch of panache, this Best of Tallahassee winner will cater to all of your foodie needs. 2207 Bannerman Rd. (850) 894-0423. KOOL BEANZ CAFÉ H Fusion. This colorful, casual spot has been serving up gourmet dishes so tasty and creative it was named Best of 2015 winner in multiple categories. Diners can expect delicious modern American cuisine, as well as dishes influenced by the worldwide travels of the kitchen staff. Menus change daily. 921 Thomasville Rd. (850) 224‑2466. $$/$$$ L D MADISON SOCIAL H American. Whether it’s for a social cocktail, a quick lunch or a place for alumni to gather before home football games, Madison Social offers something for everyone. Madison Social earned Best Bar honors in 2015. CollegeTown, 705 S. Woodward Ave. (850) 894‑6276. $$ L D MASA H Asian Fusion. For another year, Masa earned the title as the Best Sushi in town — and with good reason. This Japanese fusion restaurant packs bold, delicious flavors into each finely crafted, authentic roll. 1001 N. Monroe St. (850) 847-0003. $/$$ L D MODA ITALIAN RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Italian. The masterminds behind Moda Italian Restaurant and Lounge have created deliciously authentic dishes for brunch, lunch and dinner in the heart of Tallahassee’s vibrant CollegeTown. Bravo! 815 W. Madison St., Ste. 120. (850) 765-6670. $$ B L D

OLD TOWN CAFÉ American. Southern hospitality is embedded throughout this family-owned restaurant. Mom’s meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans makes you feel like you’re home, not to mention their world famous prime rib, which slowly roasts all day. 1415 Timberlane Rd. (850) 893‑5741. $$ L D OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE AND SUSHI BAR H Japanese. Rated Best Hibachi for 2015, Osaka provides dinner and a show with chefs seasoning and preparing your meal right in front of you. It’s a meal that’s sure to leave you satisfied as well as entertained. 1690 Raymond Diehl Rd. (850) 531-0222. $$$ D PAISLEY CAFÉ H American. Guilt-free lunch has never been easier now that Paisley serves up food with seven natural ingredients or less. This charming Best of 2015 winner boasts a

fresh bakery and garden full of wholesome treats. 1123 @ Midtown on Thomasville Rd. (850) 385‑7268. $ L

soups, and a cookie of the day. 1410 Market St, D-3. 1496 Apalachee Pkwy., #14 (850) 8942502. $ L D

SAHARA GREEK & LEBANESE CAFÉ H Mediterranean. Our 2015 Best of winner for ethnic eats, Sahara’s fusion of Greek and Lebanese cuisines is unmatched in the area. A large menu and friendly staff cater to all tastes. And don’t forget to order the falafel! 1241 E. Lafayette St. (850) 656‑1800. $$

DOG ET AL H For the ultimate in comfort food, Dog Et Al offers hand-held deliciousness for the “Down to Earth” and “Uppity” dogs in us all. Foot-long and veggie entrees alike grace this award-winning menu. If the entire family is down for the dog, be sure to ask about their incredibly valued family packs. 1456 S Monroe St. (850) 222-4099.$ L D

TACO REPUBLIK American/Worldwide Fusion. An authentic taqueria, Taco Republik specializes in creating tacos and burritos in abstract and delicious ways. Located in the heart of Midtown, this restaurant is beloved for bold flavor combinations and wallet-friendly prices. 705 S. Woodward Ave., (850) 559‑5464. $L D THE WINE LOFT WINE BAR H American. When it’s part of your name, of course you’re going to be chosen as the Best of in 2015. Midtown’s Wine Loft features a variety of worldly wines and bartenders who love to experiment. The Wine Loft is ready to help you relax and enjoy the evening. 1240 Thomasville Rd., Suite 100. (850) 222-9914. $$ D

Family/Casual BEEF O’BRADY’S H American. With multiple locations in Tallahassee, the family-friendly atmosphere of Beef O’Brady’s is a treasured commodity among locals. Reliable service and an agreeable menu make them a great match for a four-year-old or a forty-something-year-old. It also made them a Best of winner for 2015! Multiple locations. $ BURGERFI H American. BurgerFi uses all-natural, freerange beef and is dedicated to sustainable practices. Our Best of 2015 winner in hamburger joints, their menu is packed full of tasty, savory and creative hamburger and hotdog creations as well as fresh-cut french fries and gigantic onion rings. Vegetarian options, frozen custard, beer and wine are also available. 1817 Thomasville Rd., No.7. (850) 629‑4333. $ L D CANOPY ROAD CAFÉ American. Combine fresh ingredients, made-to-order dishes and a welcoming staff, and you have the components of a deliciously successful restaurant. This casual, family-style restaurant proclaims itself a “greasy-spoon diner meets modern Southern cafe.” 913 N. Monroe St. (850) 668‑6600; 2202 Capital Circle N.E. (850) 893‑0466. $ B L CHICKEN SALAD CHICK H Southern. Chicken Salad Chick exceeds expectations with 15 different chicken salads to choose from served in a bright setting that earned it Best Casual Dining honors in 2014. There are also deli sandwiches, side items and

HOPKINS’ EATERY H American. Hopkins’, a Best of 2015 winner, provides more than just your average sandwich. Favorites such as the Ultimate Turkey and the Linda Special and a variety of salad meals keep customers coming back for more. And it’s healthful, too! 1660 N. Monroe St. (850) 386‑4258; 1415 Market St. (850) 668-0311, and 1208 Capital Circle S.E. (850) 325‑6422. hopkinseatery.com $ L JUICY BLUE American Tapas. In the Four Points by Sheraton Downtown, this cool lobby restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Unique offerings include tapas with a twist such as the Georgia peaches and caramel. Sandwiches, salads and a nice variety of seafood, pasta and chicken dishes round out the menu. 316 W. Tennessee St. (850) 422-0071. $B L D

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MERV’S MELT SHOP American. This daytime cafe specializes in homemade breakfast and handcrafted sandwich melts. Enjoy one of their gourmet sandwich choices or create your own. Fresh bread is baked daily, and they even make their own chips. 825 Railroad Ave. (850) 320-6287. $B L D

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MOMO’S H Pizza. After devouring a slice “as big as your head” at this 2015 Best Pizza winner, chain pizza simply is not gonna cut it. From the black-and-white photos to the bathrooms decorated in album covers, the restaurant has an unmistakable and enjoyable “hole in the wall” vibe. 1410 Market St. (850) 412‑0222; and 1416 W. Tennessee St. (850) 224‑9808. $L D PUBLIX DELI H Casual. The delis at Publix Super Markets have a certain reputation around these parts. A 2015 Best of winner, these convenient eateries are beloved not only for their tasty “Pub subs,” cold cuts and grab-and-go meals, but also for their exceptional customer service. Multiple locations.

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SONNY’S REAL PIT BAR-B-Q H Barbecue. Nothing satisfies a rumblin’ stomach quite like a plateful of hot, savory barbeque; and if you’re looking for the tastiest grilled dishes, 2015 Best Barbecue winner Sonny’s has them in spades. 3101 Dick Wilson Blvd. (850) 878‑1185; 2707 N. Monroe St. (850) 385‑2167; and 1460 Timberlane Rd. (850) 906‑9996. $ L

WINGSTOP H American. After being voted Best Wings in town for the 10th year in a row, it’s safe to say that this joint is the ultimate source for chicken wings. Wingstop offers a variety of homemade sides and 10 mouthwatering flavors for their wings. 1964 W. Tennessee St. (850) 574‑9464; 3111 Mahan Dr. (850) 942-9464; and 6668 Thomasville Rd. (850) 219‑9464. $ L D

STARBUCKS H American. Whether you’re craving a Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino or a simple cup o’ joe, Starbucks provides a wide variety of beverages that will satisfy even the most adventurous caffeine addict. The 2015 Best Coffee Shop winner also offers free Wi-Fi. 2264‑1 N. Monroe St. (850) 386‑2417; 3425 Thomasville Rd. (850) 894‑7005; and 2120 Apalachee Pkwy. (850) 671‑2041. $B L THE LUNCH BOX American. This iconic little café conveniently nestled at the corner of Mahan and Magnolia offers up homestyle breakfasts and plenty of lunch items to choose from. Dine in, take out and outdoor seating is available. 295 N. Magnolia Dr. (850) 942‑9766. $B L

Join us for lunch and dinner at our beautiful location on Apalachee Parkway. Our steaks are not only the best in Tallahassee, but USDA choice midwestern corn-fed beef, specially selected, aged to our specifications and cut daily. We also serve fresh jumbo shrimp and fish — grilled, blackened or fried. So please join us for lunch and dinner or just meet up for drinks at our fully stocked bar.

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THE SEINEYARD SEAFOOD RESTAURANT H The Seineyard proves that when it comes to scrumptious seafood, impeccably fresh and perfectly fried are not on opposite ends of the dining spectrum. A local favorite and Best Of Tallahassee winner, the Seineyard offers everything from oysters and catfish to calamari and cheeseburgers for their eclectic clientele. 8056 Woodville Highway. (850)421-9191. $-$$ L D THE TIN COW American. The Tin Cow boasts an impressive mix of canned craft beer, spiked milkshakes and mammoth build-yourown burgers. A new-to-Tallahassee bar and eatery, this lively establishment is situated near FSU’s main campus where AJ’s once hailed. 1800 W. Tennessee St. (850) 681‑0731. $/$$ D UP IN SMOKE PIT BBQ Barbecue. While their barbecue is certainly succulent, Up in Smoke’s other menu options — including fried green tomatoes, meatloaf and grilled salmon — cater to even the pickiest of palates. 402 Tennessee St. (850) 597-7964. $ B L D VERTIGO BURGERS AND FRIES American. Vertigo is home to some of the juiciest, funkiest burgers in town. The modern building provides a no-frills setting to enjoy such favorites as the Vertigo Burger — a beef patty with fried egg, applewood bacon,

Steak/Seafood BONEFISH GRILL H American. With countless perfectly cooked, succulent seafood items to choose from, in addition to delicious “turf” options for those who do not enjoy their food from the “surf,” it’s no wonder Tallahassee Magazine readers selected Bonefish Grill as its favorite restaurant for both appetizers and cocktails alike in 2015. 3491 Thomasville Rd. (850) 297‑0460. $$$ D CHOP HOUSE ON THE BRICKS American. This family-owned upscale restaurant serves local organic and sustainable meats, seafood, poultry and produce. Craft beers, fine wines and specialty drinks complement house specialties like Bone-In Ribeye, Plantation Quail and the Chop House Burger. Their Knob Creek Bourbon Bread Pudding is a dessert favorite. 123 N. Broad St., Thomasville, Ga. (229) 236-2467. $$ D MARIE LIVINGSTON’S STEAKHOUSE H Steak. Dining at Marie Livingston’s is upscale yet comfortable and always a special treat. Not just a restaurant that serves up savory cuts of prime rib or marbled steaks, this 2015 Best Steakhouse winner is a Tallahassee tradition, and newcomers owe it to themselves to make it a priority to visit. 2705 Apalachee Pkwy. (850) 562-2525. $$ L D SHULA’S 347 Steak. The legendary Miami Dolphins’ head coach brings the quest for perfection to the dining table at his namesake restaurant, located in Hotel Duval. Keep it light and casual with Premium Black Angus Beef burgers or a gourmet salad or opt for one of their signature entrées — “Shula Cut” steaks Reservations are suggested. 415 N. Monroe St. (850) 224-6005. $$$ L D SOUTHERN SEAFOOD H American. Whether you’re looking for fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, crab or lobster, these guys have you covered. The 2015 Best Seafood Market winner brings the ocean’s freshest choices to Tallahassee’s front door. 1415 Timberlane Rd. (850) 668‑2203.

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The Batman Way A Little Boy, Taken Too Soon, Inspires His Grandfather to be Amazing By Robert Cox

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After 40 years of seeing car wrecks, I knew what had happened as soon as I saw the place. There was nothing Rachel could have done differently — she was crossing at a crosswalk, holding her children’s hands, and because of a driver’s inexcusable neglect and inattention, Rachel and her daughter were struck and Zaadii was taken. It is so unfair. There were flowers and wreaths placed at the base of a tree near where the tragedy occurred. But I knew that wasn’t where the impact had taken place. I went to the edge of the crosswalk and kneeled down. This was where he was taken. I tried to be very still. The snow was falling on my head. I reached out my hands, and I want to believe some of Zaadii’s spirit came to me. I think Zaadii’s spirit is in his parents’ hearts now. And if you reach out to them, I believe Zaadii will be in your heart, too. Because he isn’t gone; he is in our hearts. Fearless, full of wonder. I can see him jumping to his at-the-ready stance now. I am Batman. Who is Batman? First, he fights for the right, against long odds. Second, he is resourceful and clever. When it seems he is beaten and there is no hope, he finds a way to escape and continue. He is a good teacher and mentor to his apprentice and protégé. But finally and most important, when the chips are down, and all appears lost and he is called, he comes. He does not always win, because life is unfair, but he comes and fights for the right. My grandson taught me something special: I want to be Batman, too. We let his spirit return to the sacred peaks in the ancient Navajo way. But Zaadii did one last amazing thing. He taught us that the love of a family is more important than anything else. As we dealt with this terrible loss, we learned to love each other again and to put aside whatever kept us from each other and to be family again. That is an amazing thing. Only Batman could do it. But he is Batman — and amazing. n Zaadii Tso was three years old when he died in February 2015. Cox’s essay is taken from the eulogy he gave at his grandson’s funeral. COURTESY THE ZAADII FOUNDATION

MY GRANDSON ZAADII was a wonderful, mischievous, adventurous and very fine fellow. He was fearless and courageous. When we took him to his first swim lesson, he jumped into the water and sank like a stone. The teacher pulled him up, and Zaadii shook his head and went right back, again and again. When it snowed, he went sledding. He wouldn’t let his father hold him and he sped downhill solo, recklessly, and was angry at the sun for setting and ending his day. He was Batman. And we all loved him with all of our hearts. For days after his costume arrived the week before Halloween, Zaadii would take it off only under great pressure — and he was wearing it as he held his mother’s hand walking across the street that awful Sunday. That was Zaadii living life to the fullest. He never knew the dreary, dull disappointments of paying bills, or not getting a promotion or losing at love. His life was one constant adventure and exploration bathed in the love of the two finest parents and the finest sister a boy could have. His father, Francis, said it best: He had a perfect life. He didn’t know pain. The doctors tell us the impact immediately rendered him unconscious and he never suffered. It is for those of us who remain to suffer and feel the pain. And because he was loved so much, our pain is immense. My daughter and my beloved son-in-law will survive because of the boundless love of their wonderful family and friends. When Rachel was getting married, I didn’t want her to go so far away. But over 20 years, I have come to admire and cherish her many friends and to love very deeply the wonderful Navajo family her husband shares with her. The spiritual side of the Navajo people reminds me of the Buddhists I met in Tibet and Bhutan. Some Buddhists believe a person’s spirit lingers, for just a while, at the spot where he was taken before it goes on. When I got to Flagstaff, Arizona, after traveling through the night and the day, I asked Zaadii’s sister, Camille, to take me to where Zaadii was killed. She was very brave and did so.

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