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Welcome

Business & services

A word of introduction....................................................8

Overview.....................................................................84

Advertiser index..................................10

Major employers..........................................................85

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The region...................................................................12 Local history................................................................14 The weather................................................................16 Important dates............................................................17 Real estate..................................................................20 Shopping.....................................................................26 Utilities........................................................................28 Recycling.....................................................................28 Transportation (airport, car rentals, buses)....................32 Driver’s licenses & vehicle registration.........................34 Libraries......................................................................36 Media..........................................................................36 Animal services...........................................................37

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Employment agencies..................................................85 Banks & credit unions..................................................86 The Chamber...............................................................86 Other business resources.............................................88

Sports & recreation Overview.....................................................................89 The big teams..............................................................90 Community centers & sports programs.........................92 Local parks & trails......................................................94 Golf courses.................................................................96 Other sports facilities & businesses..............................96 Hunting & fishing licenses............................................96 Sports clubs.................................................................98 Plant & garden clubs....................................................99

Overview.....................................................................40 Local lawmakers..........................................................41 Polling places...............................................................45 Voter registration.........................................................45

Environmental groups..................................................99

Health care

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Overview.....................................................................47 Major medical facilities................................................48 Nursing homes & assisted living...................................51 Healthcare organizations & support groups...................52

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Overview.....................................................................56 Early childhood education & care.................................57 K-12 schools................................................................59 Educational & parenting resources...............................62 Higher education..........................................................64

Faith & community Overview.....................................................................70 Volunteering.................................................................72 Places of worship.........................................................73 Helping organizations & services..................................79 Social & special interest clubs......................................80 Senior services & groups.............................................81 Special needs resources..............................................83

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On the cover: Photographer Glenn Beil found these butterflies at the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge.

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By Rebeccah Cantley any people in Tallahassee share a common story. I’ve heard it time and again at different social gatherings and events, so much so that I’ve come to expect it. The story is often told over cold glasses of sweet tea or happy-hour drinks, and it goes something like this: “Well, I came to Tallahassee for a new job (or to go to school), but I never intended to stay. I thought I’d be here a few years, and then I’d move on. … That was 15 years ago.” If you’ve lived in our capital city any amount of time, you’ve likely heard similar

stories, or perhaps the story is your own. It certainly has become mine. You see, Tallahassee has a way of growing on you. Somewhere after your second or third year here — when you thought you’d be moving on — something happens. You realize, “I’m pretty comfortable. I think I might stay awhile.” And so you do. Then three years turn into five years, five years into 10 years, and before you know it, you’ve never left the town you were sure you’d leave. But you don’t regret it. Tallahassee has become home. I had never been to Tallahassee before I came here six years ago to interview for a job at the

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Tallahassee Democrat. My impressions of Florida were based on trips to Disney World, to my grandparents’ winter home in Orlando and to the homes of other family members in Palm Beach County. When I drove into town on a cool October night, I passed a line of beautiful Live Oaks along Thomasville Road and resolutely declared, “This is NOT Florida.” That, my friends, is precisely the reason longtime Tallahasseeans stay. We aren’t South Florida with its condo-lined shores. The coastal areas in Franklin, Wakulla and Gulf counties, which Tallahasseeans consider the backyard — and a lovely one at that, are old Florida. Here, men and women still make a living combing oyster beds, and we count ourselves lucky to take an afternoon drive to Apalachicola for our fill of world-famous oysters.

You’ll often hear people say that Tallahassee is “such a small town,” and it’s true. We are a place of intimate connections. Talk to one new acquaintance, and you’ll discover that you have at least five friends or colleagues in common. But don’t be fooled, this is no sleepy town. Tallahassee has quaint charm, but with two major universities and the state Capitol, big things happen here. The mix of small-town and big-town is what keeps many of us content — we have the best of both worlds. But Tallahassee won’t just reveal itself to you. Getting to know her takes a little effort. A word of advice: don’t listen to the folks who say there’s nothing to do here. I’ll admit it; I thought that too during my first couple of years, but once I sought involvement in a few of the many social groups and volunteer organizations available, my calendar became full.

If you’re new to town, this publication, Living Here, offers listings of clubs, social groups, volunteer opportunities, churches, restaurants and more to help you find your place in Florida’s capital city. So, sit back with a cold glass of tea and forget your plans of leaving. What you discover here will likely make you want to stay.

Living Here is an annual publication of the Tallahassee Democrat, 277 N. Magnolia Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32301. No part of this publication can be reproduced without the consent of the publisher. It is intended to provide an accurate representation of life in Tallahassee. While our listings are comprehensive, they are not all inclusive. If your organization is not in this issue, but you would like it to be in the 2012-2013 Living Here, send contact information to livinghere@tallahassee. com or go to Tallahassee.com to submit a listing. Copies of Living Here are available for purchase at the Tallahassee Democrat, 277 N. Magnolia Drive. For bulk purchases of 25 or more, call Daria Cornelius, 599.2204, dcornelius@tallahassee.com.

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Rebeccah Cantley Rebeccah Cantley is the managing editor for the Tallahassee Democrat. She also writes a weekly column that publishes in the Local and Capital section on Sundays. Her favorite thing about living here: finding the Tallahassee boy I’m going to marry.

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As the oaks, top left, signify, this isn’t Disney’s Florida, but people find plenty to do: Play in a park, mingle atop Hotel Duval, practice tai chi downtown, dance at the Tallahassee Museum, attend a fundraiser at Chez Pierre, enjoy music at Railroad Square or catch the action at the Red Hills Horse Trials.

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Advertiser index Franklin Pointe........................................... 23 Furniture Showcase & Design.................... 24 The Gem Collection.................................... 16 Glasshopper............................................... 25 Happy Trails Ranch.................................... 97 HarborChase Assisted Living .................... 53 Healthy Solutions....................................... 50 Holy Comforter Episcopal School............... 61 Immanuel Baptist Church........................... 77 John Paul II Catholic High School.............. 57 Josephine G. Ang....................................... 18 Julian Mathis Interior Design .................... 39 Lafayette Chiropractic................................ 51 Lena Seiler................................................. 19 Leon County Commissioners...................... 42 Leon County Recycling............................... 29 Leon County Supervisor of Elections....33, 71 Leon County Tax Collector Doris Maloy...... 44 Leon County................................................. 2 Libby Allen Realty Inc................................. 19 The Louver Shop........................................ 16 LTC Insurance Advisors.............................. 27 Lucretia S. Thomas.................................... 18 Lucy & Leo’s Cupcakery............................. 39 Maclay School............................................ 57 Mardi Gras Snowballs................................ 27 Mariela Santurri......................................... 19 Michael Miller Chiropractic........................ 55 Mike Ferrie................................................. 18 Miller’s Carpet &Upholstery Cleaning......... 57 Mission San Luis...................................... 109 Morelia’s Authentic Mexican...................... 25 Myplacerocks.com..................................... 21 Nancy H. Helm........................................... 19 Natalie Rubik............................................. 18 North Florida Christian School................... 63 Paisley CafÊ............................................... 39 PAWS......................................................... 27 Pegasus Residential................................... 21 Plantations at Killearn................................ 23 Plantations Pine Lake................................ 23 Prime Meridian Bank................................. 17 Prime Meridian Bank................................. 87

PrimeSouth Properties............................... 19 Quincy Music Theatre............................... 111 Rae Roeder Realty..................................... 18 Railroad Square Art Park............................ 27 Ray Gordon Brake Service......................... 27 Robert’s Jewelry & Design......................... 27 Sandy Higdon............................................. 19 Sarah Eden & Company............................. 19 Seven Hills Academy.................................. 61 Seville Apartment Homes........................... 23 Shaun E. Laurie, MD................................... 54 Southeastern Dermatology........................ 51 Southeastern Plastic Surgery..................... 48 St. Augustine Hills Apartments................... 23 St. Peter’s Anglican Church........................ 75 Summers Realty....................................19, 39 Sunshine Savings Bank.................Back cover Susan Gwynn............................................. 18 Suzanne McGhee....................................... 15 Sweet Patina.............................................. 27 Tallahassee Community Chorus................. 79 Tallahassee Diamond Center...................... 24 Tallahassee Farmers Market at Market Square.................................... 25 Tallahassee Ford Lincoln.............................. 1 Tallahassee Hearing Center....................... 46 Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH).............Inside front cover Tallahassee Museum................................ 111 Tallahassee Neurological Clinic.................. 49 Ten Thousand Villages................................ 25 Textures Handmade Market....................... 39 The Reserve............................................... 22 TMH Federal Credit Union.......................... 88 Trail & Ski.................................................. 93 Trinity Catholic Elementary School............. 57 Twin Oaks at SouthWood........................... 23 Walking Shoe Shop.................................... 24 Westminster Oaks...................................... 55 Wild Birds Unlimited.................................. 97 Wilderness Way.......................................... 97 Wine Warehouse........................................ 25 Wood You................................................... 21

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Abbey Funeral Home and Memory Gardens.................................... 75 Allegro Senior Living.................................. 50 Alzheimer’s Project Inc.............................. 55 Ashford Club.............................................. 23 Audio Rehab Lab........................................ 55 Audiology Associates................................. 46 Bedfellows................................................. 24 Betton Hills Preparatory School................. 61 Blairstone at Governor’s Square................ 22 Brush & Palette.......................................... 24 Capital City Bank...................................... 105 Capital City Christian Church..................... 77 Capital Regional Medical Center.................. 4 Capital Regional Medical Group................... 5 Catering Capers....................................... 116 Challenger Learning Center .................... 115 Champion Chevrolet................................... 11 Chrysalis Fine Fabrics & Furnishings......... 24 City Hyundai................................................. 3 City of Tallahassee Natural Gas.................. 31 City of Tallahassee Utilities........................ 30 City of Tallahassee Waste Management..... 42 Congregation Shomrei Torah...................... 75 Cornerstone Learning Community.............. 59 Courtney L. Roberts................................... 18 Covenant Hospice 53 Culley’s Meadow Wood Funeral Homes, Memorial Park & Gulf Coast Crematory.......................... 73 Cypress Pointe........................................... 23 Cypress Restaurant.................................... 27 Deal Chicken.............................................. 35 Design & More........................................... 25 Divine Dog Hotel........................................ 27 Don McGovern............................................ 18 Early Learning Coalition............................. 59 Elder Care Services.................................... 82 First Baptist Church of Tallahassee............ 73 Flea Market Tallahassee............................ 22 Florida Commerce Credit Union................. 85 Florida State University College of Business.................................. 7

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n her iconic collection of essays titled “The Other Florida,” author Gloria Jahoda famously described Tallahassee as “200 miles from anywhere else.” True as far as big cities go. But that doesn’t mean Jahoda was putting down her adopted home or the folks who populate its surrounding counties. As the so-called “poet of the people of North Florida,” she was fascinated by their smalltown Southern lifestyle. From Apalachicola oyster shuckers to piney woods turpentine tappers, her stories focused on a slice of the Sunshine State’s pre-Disney side that even then was under siege. Theme parks and party

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beaches still haven’t taken over the no-longer Forgotten Coast since Jahoda died some 30 years ago. There might be a few more paved roads and stilt houses now, even a neatly manicured golf course or two. But the Other Florida is still here. And it’s well worth a visit. Take St. George Island, an hour-and-a-half to a twohour drive along U.S. 98, where sun and surf and sugar-white sand add up to one of the state’s most pristine seascapes. Or Wakulla Springs, only a few miles south of Tallahassee and home to browsing manatees, really big gators and the longest and deepest freshwater cave system in the world. Just over the Georgia state line, the Rose City of Thomasville boasts a killer

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historic district, really tasty Farmer’s Market and a nationally renowned rose festival dating to the 1920s. Its downtown Victorian Christmas decorations are pretty special, too. Heading west along U.S. 84, small towns draw big crowds with such decidedly folksy affairs as Whigham’s annual Rattlesnake Roundup, Cairo’s Antique Car Rally, Calvary’s Mule Day, Swine Time in Climax and the two-week-long National Peanut Festival outside Dothan, Ala. The timeless delights of King Neptune’s pantry are the draw in quaintly coastal Apalachicola ­— once the third largest Gulf port between Key West and Mexico — with turn-away attendance at its two-day Seafood Festival in November. Panacea’s Blue Crab Festival each May is another chance to feast on the crunchy crustaceans, while Sopchoppy’s suprisingly spectacular Fourth of July fireworks display ranks right up with black bears, tupelo

honey and its April Worm Gruntin’ Festival (a strangely effective way of coaxing fishing-bait worms out of the ground once featured in National Geographic) as local attractions. Closer to home, Bradley’s Country Store in northern Leon County celebrates its pioneer heritage with an 18th-century encampment on Presidents Day and a Country Fun Day in November. A local legend since 1910 for home-cooked grits and pork sausage ­— as well as such frontier Florida delicacies as cracklings, liver pudding and hogshead cheese ­— Bradley’s tin-roofed general store and 16 outbuildings are on the National Register of Historic Places. Even though neighboring Gadsden County’s once world-class shade tobacco fields now raise mostly tomatoes and nursery stock, Havana’s cigar-wrapping plants live on as upscale antique shops and gourmet restaurants. Quincy’s Leaf Theater, Gadsden Art Center (dis-

playing the works of painter Dean Mitchell, wood sculptor Mark Lindquist and other nationally recognized artists), along with the Quincyfest Blues and Barbecue Festival offer more reasons for its designation as an All American city. And while Jefferson County may no longer lead the nation in the production of watermelon seeds, for the past 62 years it has continued to celebrate the big green melon and its succulent red fruit with a May festival that fills Monticello’s downtown streets. All things considered, there’s more to be said for the Other Florida than nasty bugs and lots of trees. It may be 200 miles from anywhere else, but it’s still worth a visit. ANDY LINDSTROM retired 16 years ago as a features writer for the Tallahassee Democrat but still writes freelance articles for Living Here, Home & Design and Active Living. Favorite thing about living here: It’s 200 miles from anywhere else. Second favorite thing: Calling my brothers in Illinois at Christmas and telling them what our temperature is.

Photos: This quick tour of the region includes, from top left, a public beach on St. George Island, acres of woodlands, Monticello’s Watermelon Festival, Sopchoppy’s Worm Gruntin’ Festival, a fisherman along the coast and kayakers on the Wakulla River. PHOTOS BY TALLAHSSEE DEMOCRAT STAFF

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ee, it started this way: In 1823, members of the twoyear-old Florida territorial legislature said “We can’t keep meeting like this.” One year in St. Augustine, one year in Pensacola. The 400-mile, two-weeksor-more journey between Florida’s only two cities was killing the delegates. So they designated two men to find a place in the middle that could serve as the territorial capital. John Lee Williams set out from Pensacola, and Dr. William Simmons left from St. Augustine. They met at a small waterfall in the rolling, red clay hills of presentday Leon County and chose a nearby hill as the seat of government. That’s how Tallahassee came to be — leaving out Spanish explorers, Apalachee Indians and Andrew Jackson’s army, who had previously inhabited the area. Our name, Tallahassee, is an Indian word for “old fields” or “old town.” We almost didn’t make it to statehood in 1845. In the 1830s, we were a den of iniquity, where gambling, drinking and gunfights led Ralph Waldo Emerson to label us a town of “desperadoes and speculators.” In

1841, a yellow fever epidemic killed about half of the town’s 800 citizens. In 1843, a fire destroyed almost every downtown building. But we elected a reform-minded city council (led by Thomas Jefferson’s grandson) to bring law and order; we buried the yellow fever dead in the Old City Cemetery; and we set up shops in the downtown Chain of Parks until new brick buildings could be constructed. Always, Tallahassee had resiliency. Certainly, we’ve been helped by being the seat of government in what is now the fourth most populous state in the nation. In 1851, the Legislature created the West Florida Seminary, which became today’s Florida State University. In 1887, the Legislature approved a state normal school, which became today’s Florida A&M University. Between the universities and the annual legislative session, we’ve survived many an economic downturn. We even got a little help from the federal government during World War II, when it established the Dale Mabry Air Base for pilot training. That’s not to say we haven’t endured rough patches. Tallahassee was a plantation society in the antebel-

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lum days and as late as the 1950s census, blacks outnumbered whites. But it took a while to knock down the Jim Crow laws that treated blacks as secondclass citizens. In 1956, a bus boycott started the civil rights ball rolling. That was followed by lunch counter sit-ins, theater protests and eventually school desegregation. Today, Tallahassee is proud of its diversity, which currently includes a black mayor and a black city manager. In 1967, some legislators wanted to move the capital to Orlando — and thus steal our reason for being. We made a few adjustments to make ourselves more palatable to legislators, like reinstating liquor sales after a 60-year prohibition and inaugurating the Springtime Tallahassee festival to advertise our charms.

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And in 1977, construction was completed on a new, 22-story Capitol, an investment that pretty much sealed our fate as the forever capital. In some quarters, we are most famous for football. The legendary Jake Gaither led FAMU to seven black national championships. The legendary Bobby Bowden led FSU to two national championships. We cherish many elements of our past. After we built a new Capitol, people rallied to save the old Capitol, which today is a museum. We have 95 miles of canopy roads, which is our term for the tree-shaded roads into the county where cotton merchants used to bring their cotton. We are also greeting the future with the past: Next year, construction on Cascades Park will be completed. That slice of downtown is where long ago there was a small cascade or waterfall that so charmed founders Williams and Simmons that they chose this spot for Florida’s capital. The cascade is long gone. But the city remains. And it’s a good one.

Senior writer Gerald Ensley has written for the Tallahassee Democrat since 1980. What he likes best about Tallahassee: the light at sunset, the darkness of rainy days, his wife, his daughter and his dog.

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allahassee is known for prolonged hot and humid summers, the kind that send people running for the air conditioning or the cool waters of Wakulla Springs for relief. And the capital city can get all manner of severe weather — from powerful squall lines and floods to tropical storms, hurricanes and the occasional tornado. But unlike much of the rest of Florida, Tallahassee has four seasons, though they’re not as clearly defined as they are in the North. The winters are generally mild, though snow has been known to fall once in a great while. Jeff Fournier, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, said the city has a nice, mild season running roughly from October through April. “It may get cold here, but you frequently get these nice stretches of warm weather in the wintertime that up north you just don’t get,� he said. “You can golf year-round here. Some people don’t like the heat and humidity in the summer, but it’s hard not to find that in the deep South.� Tallahassee’s all-time record high is 105, set June 15, 2011. The hottest year was 1998, when Tallahassee saw 16 days of temperatures 100 degrees or higher. The coldest temperature recorded was a bone-chilling 6 degrees, which happened Jan. 21, 1985. And while Tallahassee occasionally

sees snow flurries — a few fell in 2010 — the last measurable snowfall happened Dec. 22-23, 1989, when an inch fell. Nearly 3 inches fell Feb. 12-13, 1958. Tallahassee generally is on the wet side, though it experiences occasional drought. Since 2000, Tallahassee has seen as much as 68-plus inches of rain in one year (2005) and as little as 44-plus inches (2000 and 2007). Tallahassee has two months drier than others — October and April, Fournier said. June, July and August are among the wettest months, thanks in part to hurricanes, tropical storms and sea-breeze thunderstorms. In the summer, cooler air over the water collides with warmer air over the land, setting up a zone between the two that acts like a cold front where seabreeze thunderstorms form.

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recently, Tropical Storm Fay dumped up to 20 inches of rain when it hit Tallahassee in August 2008. The Atlantic Hurricane Season starts June 1 and ends Nov. 30. Dan Samborn, CEO and executive director of the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross, said everyone needs to be prepared. That means having a plan for what you’ll do or where you’ll go if a hurricane approaches and keeping emergency food, water and supplies on hand. “You can’t just say it’s not going to happen to us,â€? Samborn said. “It’s not a matter of if, but when.â€? Tornadoes are more common in Tallahassee in the cold season — November through March ­â€” Fournier said. They also can be spun off from tropical systems.

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MARK THESE DATES Tallahassee has quite a few can’t-miss events — even nonparticipants will notice busy traffic and closed streets. Here’s a list of the big ones: Aug. 22: Leon County Schools students return. Aug. 29: Classes resume at FSU, FAMU and TCC Sept. 3: FSU vs. Louisiana-Monroe and FAMU vs. Fort Valley State Sept. 10: FSU vs. Charleston Southern Sept. 17: FSU vs. Oklahoma Oct. 1: FAMU vs. Delaware State Oct. 8: FAMU vs. Howard (Homecoming) Oct. 22: FSU vs. Maryland Oct. 29: FSU vs. North Carolina State Nov. 5: FAMU vs. North Carolina A&T Nov. 12: FSU vs. Miami Nov. 19: FSU vs. Virginia (Homecoming) Dec. 3: Winter Festival Dec. 22-Jan. 3: Leon County Schools winter holidays. Jan. 10: 2012 regular legislative session begins.

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hile Tallahassee residents take pride in their town, their closest connection with local life is in their neighborhoods. “Once upon a time, the neighborhood was where everything occurred,� said Christic Henry, real estate agent and the 2010-2011 president of CONA, the Council of Neighborhood Associations. Residents shopped, got haircuts, sent their children to schools and perhaps even worked at an office nearby. That way of life is showing signs of making a comeback, Henry says. “There is a new kind of spin on localism that is refreshing,� she said. Strong neighborhoods are a Tallahassee tradition, especially in such longstanding areas as Myers Park, Betton Hills, Los Robles and Waverly Hills. Each has history, a unique setting and architectural influences. For neighborhoods of

The real-estate zone map For real-estate purposes, Leon County is divided into four zones as specified by the Leon County Property Appraiser’s Office: northeast, northwest, southeast and southwest. The north and south zones split approximately along Pensacola St., and the east and west zones split along Meridian Road.

Apartments abound in Tallahassee, where multifamily residences of all kinds make up 45 percent of the housing inventory. Offerings range from expansive apartment communities with hundreds of residents and loads of amenities to smaller developments with fewer units, often tucked away in quiet neighborhoods. After a slowdown in recent years, apartment construction is shaking off the effects of the Great Recession and showing signs of life. There are plenty of leasing deals to be had. “From talking to people,

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open year-round. Nearby is Indianhead Acres, an established, wooded neighborhood close to schools and shopping. SouthWood continues to grow. It featured four of the 21 entries in the 2011 Parade of Homes sponsored by the Tallahassee Builders Association. A planned community of the St. Joe Co., SouthWood has schools, a

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Shop Downtown,

Midtown and beyond

Tallahassee has dozens upon dozens of small shops like Divas and Devils House of Style, top, and Art of the Find, above. The two largest local malls are Governor’s Square, above, and Tallahassee Mall, right.

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hether you’re a fashionista or a collector of sorts, Tallahassee can suit your shopping needs. The fashion scene is driven with offerings from dozens of local boutiques and shops. From Downtown to Midtown to Killearn, you can have your choice of vintage or couture. Downtown, there’s Sick Boy Vintage, Avant Garb, Olde Fields Clothing Co. and a variety of shops in Railroad Square Art Park. In Midtown, there’s Cole Couture, Divas and Devils House of Style, Narcissus Mix, Vocelles and other unique, locally owned stores. Over at Lake Ella, there are The Cottages, with fashion finds at Quarter Moon Imports and more great finds at several speciality shops. In Northeast Tallahassee, shops offer a mix of apparel, home decor, gifts and jewelry at places like Ten Thousand Villages and Pink Narcissus. And don’t forget about Lofty Pursuits, where you can find lots games and toys, and get a tasty frozen treat as well. If it’s not fashion but functionality you seek, Tallahassee offers up several sports shops such as Capital City Runners on Thomasville Road and Shaw’s Athletics in Market Square. There is also a hefty assortment of outdoor markets such as the Downtown MarketPlace, Southside

Farmers Market, Killearn Farmers Market and the Tallahassee Farmers Market — offering fresh produce and arts and crafts items. Not to mention the two malls, Governor’s Square Mall and the Tallahassee Mall. Here are a few shopping centers you can try: n Betton Place, 1950 Thomasville Road n Carriage Gate Center, 3425 Thomasville Road n The Cottages at Lake Ella, 1621 N. Monroe St. n The Festival, 2765 Capital Circle N.E. n Gallery at Market Street, 1460 Market St. n Governor’s Marketplace, 1514 Governor’s Square Blvd. n Manor@Midtown, 1122 Thomasville Road n Market Square, 1514 Timberlane Road n The Pavilions at Market Street, 1410 Market St. n Railroad Square Art Park, 567 Industrial Drive n The Verandas, 1355 Market St. n Village Commons, 1400 Village Square Blvd. And, of course, we can’t forget the two big malls: n Governor’s Square, 1500 Apalachee Parkway n Tallahassee Mall, 2415 N. Monroe St. Elizabeth Mack is the Tallahassee Democrat’s business and downtown reporter and writes two columns in the Local Section. She also hosts a weekly entertainment show on Tallahassee. com called Limelight Live. For more on Elizabeth, see Page 107.

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UTILITIES City of Tallahassee The city provides electric, water and sewer, natural gas, garbage, recycling and storm-water management to residents within city limits, as well as some services outside city limits.

GETTING CONNECTED IN THE CITY In person: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. MondayFriday, Customer Account Services, first floor, Frenchtown Renaissance Building, 435 N. Macomb St. By phone: Transfer services available by phone at 891-4YOU (4968). Utilities cannot be connected by phone. Online: View account information, request utility programs, send a comment card, turn on or off, or transfer utilities, pay your bill and more at www.talgov.com/you. By mail: Written requests should include name(s), service address, driver’s license or Florida ID number, Social Security number and a date for service initiation or termination. Send written requests for new service or transfer to: Utility Customer Services 300 S. Adams St., Box A2 Tallahassee, FL 32301 By fax: Request utility account transfers with completed forms via fax at 891-0901. Find forms online at www. talgov.com/you.

PAYING YOUR CITY UTILITY BILL No fee e+ online payments: Customers can register/log in to their e+ online account to make no-fee payments; visit www.talgov.com/you for details. Smartbill: The electronic SmartBill is another no-fee electronic payment option that allows you to schedule and pay your utility bill directly from the SmartBill. By mail: Make checks payable to the “City of Tallahassee.� Use the envelope included in the statement and send to: City of Tallahassee, Revenue Division, Box A4, 300 S. Adams St., Tallahassee, FL 32301. Remote payment locations: Utility customers wanting to make in-person payments by cash or check can do so at 17 Authorized Payment Centers throughout the city. For a list of locations, please visit www.talgov.com/ you/service/remote_pay.cfm . Automatic check withdrawal: Certain banks and credit unions allow

PHIL SEARS

A Comcast technician checks a line in Tallahassee. utility customers to pay their bills through automatic check withdrawal. To learn more, call the City’s Revenue Division at 891-6494 or visit www. talgov.com/you to complete a form. Other online payment option: Via Western Union. A service fee applies to this transaction. By phone: Via Western Union. A service fee applies to this transaction. Call toll free: (877) 765-8189. In person: Utility bills may be paid at the cashier windows on the first floor of the Frenchtown Renaissance Center, 435 N. Macomb St., 8 a.m.5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

DISCONNECTED? If your power has been disconnected because of nonpayment: Go to Customer Account Services at the Frenchtown Renaissance Center at 435 N. Macomb St., 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, to pay the bill and any reconnection fees. Service will be restored the same day. For after-hours reconnections: Available 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m. MondayFriday. Customers can reconnect via Western Union before 10 p.m. by calling 891-4968. After-hours fees are billed to the next statement and an after-hours order to reconnect is dispatched, once payment is verified. At the Police Department: Customers may also pay with check or money order at the Tallahassee Police Department, 234 E. Seventh Ave., until 9:30 p.m.

CITY RECYCLING The Smart Cart: If you are within the city’s solid-waste service area, you should have a recycling Smart Cart in addition to your garbage collection barrel. (If you live in an apartment complex, it may be different.) If your home does not have a Smart Cart, call the city at 891-4968. One side of

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the Smart Cart is for recycling metal, glass and plastic; the other side is for paper products. What to recycle: Glass bottles and jars, aluminum cans, steel cans, tin cans, all plastic bottles. Labels are OK, but discard lids. Paper: newspapers, magazines, catalogs, junk mail, office paper, cardboard, and paperboard boxes (cereal boxes, shoe boxes, etc.) What NOT to recycle: No wax-coated, plastic-coated or food-contaminated boxes (pizza, milk cartons). No hardback books or plastic bags. Pickup schedule: Roll the Smart Cart to the curb by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day (the same day as your garbage collection).

swing sets (disassembled), plastic pools, barbeque grills and other large items (no electronics, which are hazardous waste). Remove doors from refrigerators or place them door-side down so children can’t climb inside. For pickup: Place bulky items at the curb by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day. Bulky items are collected every other week according to your schedule. Keep items separate from yardwaste piles. Can’t exceed 6 feet long, 4 feet high and 4 feet deep.

CITY GARBAGE

Residents in unincorporated Leon County can subscribe with Waste Management Inc. (574-3000) for curbside garbage and recycling pickup. Unincorporated residents may also use the Rural Waste Service Center in their area. Leon County Solid Waste Management has three full-service centers in the county at the Fort Braden, Miccosukee and Woodville sites. Two centers for garbage and recycling drop-off are at 4363 Holder Road in Blount and at the Solid Waste Facility on Apalachee Parkway. Visit www.LeonCountyFL.gov/SolidWaste for locations and hours. Call 6061824 for more information. To report problems with county curbside pickup, call 606-1851.

What goes in your garbage barrel: Nonrecyclable, nonhazardous household waste. Pickup schedule: Pickup is once per week curbside, on the same day as your recycling collection. You must roll your barrel to the curb for pickup. See the schedule at talgov.com. Helping hands: For customers who live in a single-family home or townhouse and are physically unable to roll a recycling or garbage cart to the curb, Helping Hands Service provides weekly garbage pickup and recycling pickup at the back door at no extra charge. A Helping Hands application is available online at www.talgov.com/ you; call 891-4968 to have questions answered. Premium service: Available, for a fee, for customers who wish to have their garbage and recycling pulled, emptied and returned to the house.

YARD WASTE What can be picked up: Grass clippings, pine straw, leaves, shrub trimmings, small limbs. To prepare for pickup: Place yard waste in heavy-duty bags or boxes. For shrubs and limbs, make piles 6 by 4 feet and 4 feet high. The maximum size for limbs is 6 feet long, 4 inches diameter. For tree-stump removal, call a tree service. For pickup: Place yard waste at the curb by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day. Yard waste is collected every other week according to your schedule.

BULKY ITEMS What can be picked up: Large items that don’t fit in your garbage barrel. These items include appliances (water heaters, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators), furniture, mattresses, lamps, bicycles,

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Apalachee Parkway, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday for proper disposal and recycling. 606-1816 or www.LeonCountyFL. gov/HHW. Electronics recycling: Because electronic equipment, which includes televisions, computers, printers, cell phones and more, contains hazardous materials, these items are not collected curbside. Residents should bring these items to the Hazardous Waste Center during operating hours. Swap Shop: Leon County’s Household Hazardous Waste Swap Shop is open Monday-Saturday. Residents may pick up or drop off items that could be used by other residents. Residents can “swap� up to five items per day for personal use. You can find paint, varnishes, pesticides, glue and more. 606-1816.

COUNTY RECYCLING & EDUCATION SERVICES Recycling: Leon County residents subscribing to Waste Management Inc. services for curbside garbage collection, automatically receive curbside recycling. Five Rural Waste Service Centers are available for plastic bottles, aluminum and steel cans, glass bottles and jars and paper and cardboard recycling from all county residents. Residents may also bring up to four tires per day and one electronic item (such as a computer or TV) per day, free of charge. 606-1823 or www.LeonCountyFL.gov/recycling. Education services: Leon County’s Community Education Coordinator will bring a “trash-talking� presentation to your class, school, scout troop, community group or homeowner’s association. Groups may also come to the Solid Waste Management Facility at 7550 Apalachee Parkway for a presentation and landfill tour. 606-1827.

Talquin Electric Talquin Electric Cooperative provides electric, water and wastewater needs in portions of Leon, Gadsden, Wakulla and Liberty counties.

CONNECTS & DISCONNECTS Customers must request service in person at any area office. Requests to disconnect services are accepted at any area office. Offices are open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday with the exception of the Hosford Office, which is open 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. MondayFriday on first 15 days of each month. Online payments, meter reading sub-

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mittals, outage reporting and more are available at www.talquinelectric.com. Service interruptions (outages) should be reported to: 866-899-4832 (Automated Systems) 888-802-1832 (Live Operator)

OUT-OF-TOWN OFFICES Headquarters: 1640 W. Jefferson St., Quincy, 627-7651 or 878-4414 Quincy area office: 1607 W. Jefferson St., 627-9666 Wakulla area office: 681 Wakulla Arran Road, 926-7422 Hosford area office: 20557 NE Cooperative Way, 379-8679 (8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. first 15 days of month) Liberty area office: 10850-A Northwest State Road 20, 643-2828

TALLAHASSEE OFFICES Crossway Road area office: 326 Crossway Road, 877-2111 Lake Jackson area office: 4808 Portal Drive, 562-0125 Bradfordville area office: 6724 Thomasville Road, 893-6853

Cable & satellite services Comcast of Tallahassee: The cable company offers a variety of packages, including digital cable with video on demand, high definition, digital video recorders, high speed Internet access, home telephone service and more. Hours of operation are: Mon.Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 24/7 customer service. Located at 3760 Hartsfield Road. Contact: 574-4000, 800-comcast or www. comcast.com. Direct TV: This satellite provider is available through several local outlets. For information on area dealerships, equipment costs and installation, call 800-347-3288, 800-531-5000 or visit directtv.com.

Telephone service Several wireless companies ­­â€” Verizon, AT&T and Sprint, among others — offer cell-phone service in this area. See local stores or company websites for more information. For land lines, there is CenturyLink, which provides local and long-distance phone services, high-speed Internet and TV, as well as advanced data and voice services for businesses. Visit www.centurylink.com or call 9072070 or 599-1005. Retail locations in Tallahassee are at 1410 Market St. and 1544 Governor’s Square Blvd.

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StarMetro provides bus service in the Tallahassee area.

TRANSPORTATION Tallahassee Bus service Regional STARMETRO 891-5200, Talgov.com/starmetro Airport StarMetro, the transit system for the The airport is served by four major airlines (including their subsidiary carriers), which enable travelers to fly to virtually every major destination in the world. Carriers include: American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Continental Airlines and US Airways Express. The airport is at 3300 Capital Circle S.W. 891-7800 or www.flytallahassee.com

Airlines serving the Airport American Airlines: www.aa.com or 800-433-7300. Daily flights to Miami and Dallas/Fort Worth. Continental Airlines: www.continental.com or 800-523-3273. Daily flights to Tampa, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach. Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com or 800-221-1212. Daily flights to Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale and Memphis, and connections to destinations around the world.

city of Tallahassee, operates 12 cross-town routes, as well as the university shuttles serving Florida State University and Florida A&M University. In addition, StarMetro operates routes serving Tallahassee Community College. Students attending FSU, FAMU and TCC may ride StarMetro’s routes for free – anytime, anywhere. Additionally, faculty and staff employed by FSU may ride free as well. StarMetro’s paratransit service, Dial-A-Ride, provides transit service for senior and disabled customers living within three-quarters of a mile of a StarMetro fixed route in an unincorporated area. To learn about StarMetro’s bus routes and time tables, visit Talgov. com/starmetro or call 891-5200. Ride Guides are available on buses, as well as at C.K. Steele Plaza, 111 W. Tennessee St., and StarMetro’s administrative offices, 555 Appleyard Drive.

FedEx: www.fedex.com or 800238-5355

StarMetro’s fare options n Monthly pass: $38 (A $3 service charge will be applied to new reloadable fare cards.) n Seven day unlimited pass: $10 n Seven day reduced fare: $7.50 n One day unlimited fare: $3 n Regular one-trip fare: $1.25 n Reduced one-trip fare: 60 cents n Dial-A-Ride: $2.50 n Infant in arms: Free n Transfers: Free Customers may purchase passes at C.K. Steele Plaza and StarMetro’s

DHL: www.dhl-usa.com or 800463-3339

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US Airways Express: www.usairways.com or (800) 428-4322. Daily flights to Charlotte, N.C.

air freight SERVICES Tallahassee Regional Airport has a dedicated air-cargo facility. Delta Cargo: www.delta.com or 800-352-2746

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Driver’s licenses & vehicle registration Driver’s licenses

mobile homes; specialty tags; and disability parking permits.

The Division of Driver Licenses, Bureau of Field Operations, has driver’s license offices throughout Leon County. Appointments are provided at all full-service offices. Offices issue driver’s licenses and ID cards, and give driving tests.

Tax collector Doris Maloy P.O. Box 1835, Tallahassee, FL 32302 488-4735, www.leontaxcollector.net

OFFICES

Offices are open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

2900 Apalachee Parkway, Room B133, 617-2000. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. No driving test given here. n

2810 Sharer Road, 488-4735. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Reinstatements only. n

n 870 Blountstown Highway, Suite A, 488-4735. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.Fri.

3477 South Monroe St., 488-4735. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Driving tests by appointment only.

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Hardship driver’s licenses may be available for those under suspension who need a driver’s license for work: 504-A Capital Circle S.E., 617-2449.

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870-1 Blountstown Highway, 4884735. n

315 S. Calhoun St., Room 210, 488-4735. n

n 3425 Thomasville Road, Suite 19, 488-4735. n 1210-G Capitol Circle S.E., 4884735. n 2810 Sharer Road, Suite 17, 4884735.

DRIVER TESTS The following tests are given at the driver’s license offices and may or may not be required for the license or identification card you are seeking.

in all driver license offices. Visual acuity readings worse than 20/40 are referred to an eye specialist. Color blindness will not cause any special condition for licensing. Use of telescopic lenses is not recognized in Florida. Road signs: Consists of 20 questions regarding road signs, with multiplechoice answers. Road rules: Twenty questions on traffic laws and safety, multiple choice. Driving test: You must provide a vehicle for the test. The vehicle must have a valid tag and proof of insurance, and pass a vehicle inspection. During the driving test, the examiner will observe your ability to control the vehicle and how well you obey traffic laws. Driver’s license handbooks, motorcycle handbooks and commercial driver’s license handbooks are available from driver’s license offices. There is no charge for the handbooks. View handbooks online at www. flhsmv.gov.

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Hearing: Drivers applying for a license who are deaf, or cannot hear conversation spoken in a normal tone of voice, are restricted to driving with an outside rearview mirror mounted on the left side of the vehicle, or wearing a hearing aid.

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administrative offices. Customers must have cash. Reduced fare is for seniors, children 17 and younger, people with disabilities and people with a Medicare card. ID cards are required for a reduced fare. ID cards may be obtained at StarMetro offices or other social service agencies.

Car Rental Agencies at the airport

Vehicle registration The county tax collector handles motor vehicle services such as registration; and tag and title services for cars, trucks, trailers, vessels and

Alamo: 800-462-5266 Avis: 800-331-1212 or 576-4166 (local) Budget: 800-527-7000 Dollar Rent A Car: 575-4255 (local)

Private BUS LINES

Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 575-0603 (local)

Al’Dria: 580-2707

Hertz: 800-654-3131

Astro Travel & Tours: 514-1793

National: 800-227-7368

Beta Zeta Travel & Tours: 219-1414 Big Bend Transit: 574-6064

Car Rental Agencies off site

Greyhound Bus Lines: 222-4249, www.greyhound.com

Avis Rent A Car: 222-3744, 1414 S. Monroe St., www.avis.com

Sun World Travel: 681-9074, www. sunworldtravel.com

Budget Car Rental: 915-0600, 628 N. Monroe St., www.drive

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car: (850) 575-0603, www.enterprise.com n 552-0660, 2810 Sharer Road, Suite No. 11 n 574-4321, 1485 Blountstown St. n 878-1500, 3404 Mahan Drive Hertz: 800-654-3131, www.hertz.com n 576-3266, 3204 W. Tennessee St. n 402-5581, 1850 Capital Circle

Taxi ServiceS City Taxi Inc.: 562-4222, 811 Mabry St. Yellow Cab/ Capital Transportation: 580-8080, 3941 W. Pensacola St.

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n Proof of completion of a Traffic Law & Substance Abuse Education Course or license from another state, country or jurisdiction. n Parental Consent Form. Must be notarized or signed in the presence of a license examiner.

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DUPLICATE LICENSES AND ID n Florida law requires residents, within 10 days of changing their name or address, to obtain a replacement license. The incorrect license must be surrendered to the division. n United States citizens: Address changes may be done by online or by mail. A sticker will be produced that is affixed to the back of the license. n Non-U.S. citizen proof of identity and requirements.

TO LEARN MORE For more information and current fees, go to www.flhsmv.gov. AAA Checkers Cab: 386-6666, 1320 Idlewild Drive

Limousine Services Classic Limo & Sedan Service: 4211933, 1535-4 NW Capital Circle, www.classic-limos.com Mike’s Limousine and Charter Bus Service: 933-6683, 3109 W. Tennessee St., www.limomike.com VIP Star & Tour Limousine and Party Bus: 681-6062, www.talweb.com/vipstar Manners Limousines: 980-0120, 3945 W. Pensacola St., www.mannerslimos.com

Hotel Shuttles Doubletree Hotel: 224-5000 Quality Inn: 877-4437

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media Publications American Classifieds: Weekly classified ads. 2441 Monticello Drive. 385-0505; tallahassee@americanclassifieds.com; www.americanclassifieds.com Apalachicola Times: Franklin County’s only weekly newspaper. 129 Commerce St., Apalachicola. (850) 653-8868; www.apalachtimes. com Capital Outlook: Covers topics of interest to the African-American community. 1363 E. Tennessee St. 877-0105; www.capitaloutlook.com. Cultura Latina Magazine: Bilingual magazine geared toward the Hispanic community and supporters. P.O. Box 20961. 879-2698; www. culturalatinamag.com FAMUAN: Campus newspaper of Florida A&M University. 510 Orr Drive, Suite 3081. 599-3159 or 599-3379; thefamuan@hotmail. com; www.thefamuanonline.com. FSView & Florida Flambeau: Independent newspaper covering Florida State University. 954 W. Brevard St. 561-6653; classifieds, 644-1598; www.fsunews.com Home & Design: A bimonthly magazine that focuses on home decor and gardening, offering a glimpse at some of Tallahassee’s most beautiful homes. Distributed with the Tallahassee Democrat and for pickup at select locations. Marjorie Schoelles, 599-2232, mschoelles@ tallahassee.com. Momslikeme: Monthly magazine for moms and families, with parenting articles and a planning calendar promoting local events. Distributed free at Publix locations and child-oriented businesses. 800-764-5620; advertising, 671-6544. Monticello News: Newspaper covering Jefferson County. 180 W. Jefferson St., Monticello. 997-3568; monticellonews@embarqmail.com; www.ecbpublishing.com Natural Awakenings: Free, monthly healthy living magazine. Suzie Byrd, publisher. 590-7024; tallaedition@ naturalawakeningsmag.com; www. NAtallahassee.com

LIVINGhere | The Tallahassee Democrat: The capital city’s daily newspaper. 277 N. Magnolia Drive. 599-2100; www. tallahassee.com Tallahassee Magazine: Lifestyle magazine. Rowland Publishing Inc., 1932 Miccosukee Road. 878-0554; www.rowlandpublishing.com Tallahassee Woman Magazine: A complimentary lifestyle and information publication. 893-9624; info@ TalWoman.com; www.TalWoman. com. The Wakulla News: Weekly newspaper overing Wakulla County. P.O. Box 307, Crawfordville, FL 32326. 926-7102; thewakullanews@aol. com. www.thewakullanews.com Your Health: A monthly healthy lifestyle publication. Marjorie Schoelles, 599-2232, mschoelles@tallahassee. com. Urban Tallahassee Online: Online resource for growth and development information, with updates on all major and ongoing developments in Tallahassee. 2020 Continental Ave.; 933-9787; info@urbantallahassee.com; www.urbantallahassee. com.

Broadcast TV (Cable channels are Comcast Cable) WTWC: Channel 40 (cable 12). NBC. 893-4140. WTLH: Channel 6 (CW). 576-4990. WCTV: Channel 6 (cable 9). CBS. 893-6666. WTXL: Channel 27 (cable 7) ABC. 893-3127. WTLH: Channel 49 (cable 10). Fox. 576-4990. WTBC: Digital 2405 (cable 73-12). North Florida Baptist Church station. 386-6500. WFSU/WFSG: Channel 11 (cable 5). Local and national public television. 487-3086 or 487-3170. WCOT TV 13: City of Tallahassee government access channel. 8918533.

FM radio 88.1: WAYT, Way FM. Contemporary Christian. 888-422-9293. wayt. wayfm.com.

The Osceola: Covers Florida State University sports. 222-2190; www. osceolanews.com.

88.9: WFSU, FSU’s public radio. National and local programming, including “Talk of the Nation.” 4873086; www.wfsu.org.

The Tallahassee Advertiser: Weekly classified ads. 3471 N. Monroe St. Unit A. 574-0520; www.tallyads.com

89.7: WVFS, FSU’s college alternative station. 644-9692; www.wvfs. fsu.edu.

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90.5: WANM, the Flava, FAMU’s urban, jazz, gospel, old school R&B and hip-hop station. 599-3083; 599-8448 (requests); www.wanm. org.

LIBRARIES

91.1 and 104.5: WUJC and W283AW. CSN International, Christian radio. 800-357-4226; www.csnradio.com.

93.3: WGWD, Country. 627-7086.

94.9: WTNT, country. 385-9868; www.wtntfm.com.

97.9: WJZT FM, jazz. 561-8400, www.wjztfm.com. 98.9: WBZE FM, Star 98.9, ‘80s, ‘90s and today. 201-3000, www. mystar98.com. 99.9: WEGT, Hank FM. 386-8004; 531-9990 (requests); www.999hank.fm. 100.7: WFLA, 100.7, talk radio. 422-3107; 205-WFLA (9352, talk line); www.wflafm.com.

102.3: WWLD FM, Blazin’ 102.3, hip-hop, R&B. 201-3000, www. blazin1023.com. 104.1: WGLF FM, Gulf 104, rock. 201-3000; 681-0436 (requests); www.gulf104.com. 104.9: WHTF, Hot 104.9. 383-1049; 422-1031 (requests); www.hot1049. com. 105.7: WFRF, Faith Radio Network Inc. 201-1070, www.faithradio.us. 107.1: WTLY, My 107.1, adult contemporary. 422-3107; www. my1071.com.

AM radio 1070: WFRF, Christian. 201-1070; www.faithradio.us.

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The Leon County Public Library’s main facility is at 200 W. Park Ave.

Leon County Public Library System The main Leon County Public Library is downtown at 200 W. Park Ave., but the system has several branches. For information about the library or its branches, go to www.leoncountyfl. gov/library/. To reach the main library, call 606-2665. The main library is open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. MondayThursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 1-6 p.m. Sunday.

1410: Gospel. 201-3049; heaven1410.com.

Branch libraries are closed Sundays and Mondays. They are open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday.

1450: WTAL, talk. 877-0105; 6711450 (requests), www.wtal1450. com.

Fort Braden branch 16327 Blountstown Highway 606-2900

1270: WNLS, the Team, Fox-sports affiliate. 422-3107; 205-WFLA (9352, talk line); www.1270theteam. com.

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Other local libraries

96.1: WHBX FM, Jamz, urban adult contemporary. 201-5269 (requests); www.961jamz.com.

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Parkway branch 1210 Capital Circle S.E 606-2750

94.1: WAKU, the Wave, Christian music. 926-8000; www.wave94. com.

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Northeast branch/ Bruce J. Host Center 5513 Thomasville Road 606-2800

91.5: WFSQ, FSU’s public radio, classical. 487-3086; www.wfsu.org.

101.5: WXSR, X101.5, new rock. 422-3107, 386-3101 (requests), www.x1015.com.

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Florida Geological Survey Library Gunter Building MS No. 720 903 W. Tennessee St. 488-4191 www.dep.state.fl.us/geology/ publications/library.htm Park behind building on Antartic Way; get permit from administration and take to car. Publications for sale (86 percent free online, www.dep.state.fl. us/geology/publications/listofpubs. htm); free to K-12 teachers and students, and to government employees — federal, state, county, city. Open Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-11:45 and 12:45-5:30 p.m. State Library R.A. Gray Building 500 S. Bronough St. 245-6600 dlis.dos.state.fl.us Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. State Archives R.A. Gray Building 500 S. Bronough St. 245-6700 dlis.dos.state.fl.us Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Legislative Library Room 701, The Capitol 488-2812 dlis.dos.state.fl.us Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.4:30 p.m. Supreme Court Law Library 500 S. Duval St. 488-8919 library.flcourts.org Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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hat’s furry, adorable and ready for a new best friend? How about one of the thousands of animals waiting to be adopted in Tallahassee. The pet-friendly capital city has several options for those looking for a pet, from rescue groups to the TallahasseeLeon Community Animal Service Center, which takes in nearly 10,000 dogs, cats and rabbits a year. Once an adoption is made, families will find there are tons of things to do with their furry friend, from visiting a dog park to partaking in the annual Mission San Luis Blessing of the Animals. “There are thousands of healthy, loving, wonderful pets that need homes,” said Leon County Humane Society Executive Director Sonya White. “They really make wonderful additions to anyone’s family.” Adoptions are easy and pets can be perused at several locations, including: n Big Dog Rescue, bigdogrescue.com or 562-3200 n Leon County Humane Society, lchs.info or 2249193 n The Animal Service Center, talgov.com or 8912950 n Capitol ARK, ecah animals.org or 668-1004 n Gadsden County Humane Society, gadsden

humane.org or 539-0505 n Jefferson County Humane Society, jchs.us or 342-0244 n C.H.A.T. Adoption Center of Wakulla County, chatof wakulla.org or 926-0890 n The Boxer Aid and Rescue Coalition, boxerarc. org or 877-633-2108. Don’t see a pet you like? Try statewide groups such as the Florida Dachshund Rescue or one of this area’s veterinarians and clinics, many of whom also adopt out pets. Need help making sure Fido and Fluffy don’t create more furry friends? The Animal Aid Foundation Spay and Neuter Center at 386-4148 and Be The Solution at 5452043 are two Tallahassee groups that assist in paying for or provide low-cost spay or neuter procedures. As Bob Barker says, “Help control the pet population. Have your pets spayed or neutered.”

Amanda Nalley is the multimedia reporter for the Tallahassee Democrat.

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This kitten stayed for a time at the Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center, as do thousands of other animals each year.

Animal shelters Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center: The ASC performs the following services: investigates reports of animal cruelty; enforces animal control regulations; responds to complaints about dangerous or nuisance animals; rescues animals in distress; provides humane care for 10,000 animals impounded by Tallahassee and Leon County animal control officers each year; provides microchip ID for pets adopted from the center; helps people find lost pets; seeks homes for stray animals, humanely euthanizes animals that cannot be adopted; coordinates foster homes, as resources allow, for some adoptable pets; provides humane euthanasia, at an owner’s request, for terminally ill pets; and educates the public about responsible pet ownership. Lobby hours: 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and 1-5 p.m. Sun. Kennel closes 30 minutes before lobby closing. 1125 Easterwood Drive; 891-2950; www.talgov.com/animals. An online kennel features adoptable pets at the ASC. Wakulla Animal Shelter: Relies on contributions and volunteers to provide a haven for lost, sick, injured, abused or unwanted pets. PLEASE SEE animal, NEXT PAGE

Emergency care Allied Veterinarians Emergency Hospital: After-hours care for sick and injured animals. 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. Mon.-Fri., noon to 8 a.m. Sat. and all day on holidays. 2324 Centerville Road; 222-0123. Big Bend Disaster Animal Response

Capitol ARK/ ECAH Animals: A nonprofit made up of people who care about saving and finding good homes for cats and dogs in the community.

Pet rescue Boxer Aid & Rescue Coalition: A nonprofit organization that aids and rescues homeless boxers throughout the north Florida and south Georgia region. Offers animals for adoption. boxerarc.org or 877-633-2108 Companion Animal Rescue Endeavor: A new nonprofit dedicated to providing a second chance to animals in need of urgent and comprehensive medical care. 1881-B N. ML King Blvd., dianak.care@gmail.com, 385-8181

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Sundance Oaks Miniature Horse Farm: Breeds and raises miniature horses, and welcomes visitors to see the minis. The miniatures go to schools and other organizations. 5026 Sundance Lane, 893-5057. www.sundanceminihorses.com; cleatus2691@aol.com

Tallahassee PetResources.com: Information on pet-related businesses, rescue organizations and shelters, as well as listings for lost and found pets and pets in need. www. TallahasseePetSource.com

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Big Bend DART: Volunteers work as disaster responders when called upon by the state, local officials, the Red Cross or the Humane Society. The team is trained to rescue and retrieve animals left behind during a disaster or evacuation and shelter them. The DART team also operates emergency pet shelters in conjunction with Red Cross shelters to house pets of evacuees. Volunteers available to talk to groups, schools, or organizations about disaster preparedness for animals. Haven Cook, 443-1662; BigBendDART@gmail.com; fldart.org or www.bigbenddart.org

TREATS Inc.: Treats is a not-for-profit group that helps domestic animals in need. It provides a free spay-neuter program for cats and dogs and a pet medical-assistance program for people facing pet medical expenses they cannot afford. TREATS also provides programs about humane treatment of animals and responsible pet ownership, including Camp Bark-ly, a summer camp for kids ages 6-12. TREATS, Inc., P.O. Box 14806, Tallahassee, 32317-4806. www. treatsinc.org; info@treatsinc.org

St. Francis Wildlife Association: A local, nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of native wildlife in north Florida and south Georgia through the rescue and rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife and public education. 627-4151, www.stfranciswildlife.org.

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Thomasville-Thomas County Humane Society: Primary goal is to improve the lives of lost, homeless and abandoned animals. 180 Big Star Drive, Thomasville, Ga.; (229) 2280613

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Animal Shelter Foundation: An allvolunteer, nonprofit organization established to help homeless pets. ASF supports the Tallahassee Animal Service Center by providing specialized surgeries and heartworm treatments to help ready shelter pets for adoption, community microchipping,and free spay/neuter vouchers for the pets of needy residents. ASF also provides a doggie manners class to adopted shelter dogs and delivers educational materials to new pet owners. Membership and volunteer opportunities. P.O. Box 13858, Tallahassee, FL 32317. 894-6738. animalshelterfoundation.org; info@ TallyASF.org

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Animal Aid & Spay and Neuter Center: Committed to reducing the overpopulation of pets by spaying and neutering, eventually eliminating the euthanasia of adoptable pets, while providing low-cost, necessary services to domestic animals. 2270 Boone Blvd.; 386-4148. www.animalaid.us

Leon County Humane Society: The oldest animal welfare organization in the Tallahassee area, this nonprofit organization promotes animal welfare through foster/adoption services, discounted spay/neuter vouchers and humane education. Membership and volunteer opportunities. 413 Timberlane Road; 224-9193; www. lchs.info; info@LCHS.info

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Goose Creek Wildlife Sanctuary Inc.: Provides rehabilitation to sick, injured, orphaned and displaced native wildlife. The sanctuary maintains a network of volunteers who provide care to the animals, prepare food, build cages, help with transportation and assist in fundraising. Animal hotline: 545-3491. www. goosecreekwildlife sanctuary.org; info@goosecreekwild lifesanctuary. org

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BIRDLAND ... Parrots for Life: A nonprofit organization formed to improve the quality of life of parrots and their people by providing education, outreach and other services.The group’s primary mission is to work with people to keep their birds in their homes. birdlandtallahassee@ gmail.com, 933-8656

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Tallahassee Collie Rescue Inc.: Organization matches collie lovers with collies in need. Often offers collies for adoption by appointment. 309-1593. www.luckydogsolutions. com/collierescue

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Tallahassee Big Dog Rescue: Volunteers dedicated to helping pets find loving homes. Healthy dogs, cats, all breeds, ages, sizes, available for adoption at PetSmart. 562-3200, www.bigdogrescue.com

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Big Bend Bird Club Inc.: This nonprofit group provides bird rescue and adoption, educational outreach to schools and agencies, mentoring for bird owners, and supports avian research and preservation projects. The club hosts an Exotic Bird Fair and Festival in August. 841-2325. www. bigbendbirdclub.com

Northwood Animal Hospital: Provides emergency care for injured and sick animals 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Also accepts sick, injured and orphaned wildlife for St. Francis Wildlife Association. 1881-B N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.; 3858181 (Emergency requests); 3857387 evenings, weekends, holidays. www.northwoodanimalhospital.com

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10,000 residents in 2010) and the least expensive ($38 per resident in payroll costs). But Scott and the GOP-dominated Legislature used reorganization and privatization to cut more. Their argument was bolstered by some other statistics: Leon County has roughly 21,000 employees in the State Personnel System (plus thousands more in universities), with one in five state workers based in the capital. While the state had just under 11 percent unemployment in spring 2011, the county’s rate was 7 percent. Politically, Leon County is heavily Democratic. Republican statewide candidates don’t carry Tallahassee, and the town’s House and Senate members tend to be Democrats — a detriment in a Legislature with a twothirds GOP majority. Legislative committees come to town for a week of interim work on bills in late summer or early fall, and committee staff employees toil year-round. The pace downtown quickens in the first week of March, when lawmakers convene their 60-day annual sessions. That will be earlier in 2012, due to legislative and congressional redistricting.

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Oldtimers will tell you eight-year term limits and business-minded Republicans changed everything. There was a different pulse, back when some members stayed for decades and they met in that grey lady of a Capitol that you see as you come up Apalachee Parkway. The business of government now takes place in the 22-story highrise. The old Capitol is a museum, used occasionally for formal receptions by dignitaries.

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The two Capitols, shown from Apalachee Parkway, dominate their part of town. Government also dominates local employment — ­ one out of five state workers is based here.

In this section Introduction n Local lawmakers n Voter registration n Polling places n

In the 2010 election, Florida voters elected Gov. Rick Scott to lead the state, and along the way came a string of new state leaders. Scott, 57, from Naples, beat Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink by fewer than 100,000 votes in the race for the state’s top office — the closest race since Gov. Lawton Chiles was re-elected in 1994. Scott, who never held political office, was sworn in as the 45th governor on Jan. 4, 2011. Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll, a retired Navy commander and Jacksonville Republican, was chosen by Scott to be his running mate. Previously, Carroll was in the Florida House of Representatives. She was the first black woman Republican elected in the Florida Legislature’s history. The Governor’s Office has a citizens services hot line (488-4441) and a general switchboard (488-7146). For people with hearing loss or speech disability, call 850922-7795 (TTY) or 711 (Florida Telecommunication Relay).

the economic engine of the Big Bend, with state government as our biggest employer and purchaser of local services and materials. U.S. Rep. Steve Southerland, R-Panama City, (561-3979) was first sworn into office Jan. 5. Both he and U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Orlando, (942-8415) have offices here. Southerland’s Tallahassee office is located at 3116 Capital Circle NE, Suite 9, and Nelson’s Tallahassee office is located at the U.S. Court House Annex, 111 N. Adams St. Most major federal agencies have a Tallahassee branch. The federal complex is at 111 N. Adams St. The Big Bend’s representatives in the Legislature include state Sen. Bill Montford, D-Tallahassee, (487-5004); Sen. Charles “Charlie” Dean, R-Ocala, (487-5017); Rep. Leonard Bembry, D-Greenville, (4887870l); Rep. Marti Coley, R-Marianna (850-718-0047); Rep. Michelle Rehwinkel Vasilinda, D-Tallahassee (488-0965); and Rep. Alan Williams, D-Tallahassee (488-1798).

izens in District 1. He served as chairman of the board in 2006. His priorities as the District 1 commissioner are affordable housing, quality health care and extending sewer lines to the southern part of the county. Proctor was re-elected to a fourth term in the 2010 general election. Jane Sauls has served the citizens of District 2 since 1996. Her priorities include resurfacing and safety improvements to Highway 20, establishing a new branch library in Woodville and funding to widen Woodville Highway. John Dailey was elected in November 2006, serving the citizens of District 3. Dailey began his professional career at the Florida League of Cities, where he worked on issues involving local governance. His priorities are sustainable growth, environmental protection and economic development. Dailey, currently serving as chairman, was re-elected in 2010 with no opposition. Bryan Desloge was elected

to represent District 4 in 2006. His priorities are economic development and preserving the quality of life in Leon County during a time of budget cuts and increasing efficiencies in county government. Kristin Dozier was elected to her first term during the 2010 general election. She serves the citizens of District 5, and she serves as a board member for Sustainable Tallahassee and the Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science. Her priorities include economic development, Innovation Park and Blueprint 2000 sales extension, referring to money that will be used to pay for capital projects. Akin Akinyemi was elected as an at-large commissioner in November 2008. He is a graduate of Florida A&M University’s School of Architecture. He is president and CEO of Akin & Associates Architects Inc. His priorities include environmental stewardship, accountable and accessible PLEASE SEE LAWMAKERS, page 44

The County National and state Commission The Leon County representation Commission is a seven-perIn a fortunate compromise, the early settlers of St. Augustine and Pensacola ports decided to split the distance and chose Tallahassee as their seat of government. The 22-story Capitol dominating our skyline stands for

son board, with each member serving a four-year term. To contact commissioners, call 606-5300 or visit www.leoncountyfl.gov. Bill Proctor was elected to the County Commission in 1996 and represents the cit-

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government and economic and community development. Nick Maddox was elected to his first term as an atlarge commissioner during the 2010 general election. His priorities include economic development, fiscal sustainability and community development.

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Florida Public Service Commission, including two years as chairman. He also served as a judge advocate in the U.S. Air Force. To reach Marks, call 891-2000. Marks was elected to a third term in 2010. At the age of 23, Commissioner Andrew Gillum became the youngest person ever elected to the City Commission in 2003. At the time of the election, Gillum was a student at Florida A&M University majoring in political science. In August 2004, Gillum was re-elected to serve for a full four-year term. He was re-elected in 2008 without opposition. Nancy Miller was elected to her first term during the 2010 general election. Miller, a self-employed urban-planning consultant, was an original member of

the Economic and Environmental Consensus Committee — the group that created the Blueprint 2000 initiative. Mark Mustian is the founding member of the Economic and Environmental Consensus Committee. Mustian is a former member of the Young Lawyers Board of the Florida Bar, former chairman of the Tallahassee Area Chamber of Commerce and past president of the Apalachee Land Conservancy. Gil Ziffer was appointed to the City Commission in 2009 to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Allan Katz, who stepped down Aug. 14. Ziffer was elected to serve his first term in 2010. He is the owner of Ziffer Stansberry Advertising & Public Relations.

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1327 Tallahassee Korean Baptist 4225 Crawfordville Road 1351 Jacob Chapel Free Will Baptist Church 2519 Lake Bradford Road

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1205 Hilaman Park Golf Course 2337 Blair Stone Road

1353 Jacob Chapel Free Will Baptist Church 2519 Lake Bradford Road

1251 Jack McLean Community Center 700 Paul Russell Road

1355 Tallahassee Korean Baptist 4225 Crawfordville Road

1253 Jack McLean Community Center 700 Paul Russell Road

1357 Tallahassee Korean Baptist 4225 Crawfordville Road

1255 Faith Christian Family Center 310 Laura Lee Ave.

1359 Tallahassee Korean Baptist 4225 Crawfordville Road

2365 Fort Braden Community Center 16387 Blountstown Hwy.

1257 Woodville Community Center 8000 Old Woodville Road

1361 Woodville Community Center 8000 OLD Woodville Road

2401 Moose Lodge 1478 Capital Circle NW

1259 Southwood Community Center 4675 Grove Park Drive

1501 Family Worship & Praise Center 1609 Branch St.

1301 Lincoln Neighborhood Center 438 W. Brevard St.

1502 Family Worship & Praise Center 1609 Branch St.

1302 Lincoln Neighborhood Center 438 W. Brevard St.

1503 Lawrence Gregory Community Center 1115 Dade St.

1303 (Former) Palmer-Munroe Community Center 1900 Jackson Bluff Road

1505 Springfield Community Center 1702 Joe Lewis St.

1309 FAMU-Grand Ballroom Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (St. Union)

1506 Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More 832 W. Tennessee St.

1311 Dr. B.L Perry Jr. Library Branch 2804 S. Adams St.

1507 Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More 832 W. Tennessee St.

1313 Smith-Williams Service Center 2295 Pasco St.

2251 Woodville Community Center 8000 Old Woodville Road

1315 Jacob Chapel Free Will Baptist Church 2519 Lake Bradford Road

2252 Woodville Community Center 8000 Old Woodville Road

1317 Jake Gaither Community Center 801 Tanner Drive

2301 Calvary United Methodist 2145 W. Pensacola St.

3103 Thomasville Road Baptist 3131 Thomasville Road

1319 Bethel AME Church 501 W. Orange Ave

2303 St. City Church of God 1415 Daniels St.

1321 Jack McLean Community Center 700 Paul Russell Road

2305 Tallahassee Community College 444 Appleyard Drive

2360 Tallahassee Community College 444 Appleyard Drive 2361 Tallahassee Community College 444 Appleyard Drive 2363 Crossway Baptist 405 Crossway Road

2451 Bethel Methodist Church 1470 Bethel Church Road 2501 (former) Palmer-Munroe Community Center 1900 Jackson Bluff Road 2502 (former) Palmer Munroe Community Center 1900 Jackson Bluff Road 2503 FSU Salley Hall 2505 Calvary United Methodist 2145 W. Pensacola St. 2507 First Christian Church 1319 High Road 2509 Collegiate Village Inn King’s Room A & B 2121 W. Tennessee St. 2511 Oak City Assembly of God Church 3080 W. Tennessee St. 2513 Moose Lodge 1478 Capital Circle NW 3101 Tallahassee Little Theater 1861 Thomasville Road

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VOTER REGISTRATION The Leon County Supervisor of Elections Office offers several options for registering. You can register in person at the office or at a number of voter-registration branch sites, including schools, banks and government agencies. The Supervisor of Elections Office is located in the Bank of America building, now known as the Leon County annex, at 315 S. Calhoun St., Suite 110. You can find a list of off-site voter registration locations and a voter-registration form at www.LeonVotes.org. Print the application, fill it out, sign it and mail it to Leon County Supervisor of Elections, P.O. Box 7357, Tallahassee, FL 32314. You can contact Supervisor of Elections Ion Sancho at Vote@leoncountyfl.gov. The phone number is 606-VOTE (8683); fax is 606-8601. You can request a form be mailed to you by calling the office. As of June 1, 2011, Leon County had 172.137 registered voters: 96,069 registered Democrats; 47,923 registered Republicans; and 28,145 voters who are registered to other parties or have no party affiliation.

3401 Freedom Church 1st Assembly of God 2801 Thomasville Road 3403 Church of the Advent 815 Piedmont Drive 3405 Piedmont Park Alliance Church 3210 Thomasville Road 3409 University Ministries 2640 Old Bainbridge Road 3411 Mission Road Church of God 4070 Mission Road 3412 Mission Road Church of God 4070 Mission Road 3413 Wildwood Presbyterian 100 Ox Bottom Road 3451 Piedmont Park Alliance Church 3210 Thomasville Road 3453 Faith Chapel Pentecostal Church 108 Henderson Road 3455 Timberlane Church of Christ 921 Timberlane Road 3457 Fringe Benefits Management 3101 Sessions Road

3206 Capital Circle N.W. 3467 St. Louis Catholic Church 3640 Fred George Road 3469 Praise Cathedral 3206 Capital Circle NW 3471 Northwoods Baptist 3762 Capital Circle NW 3473 Friendship AME Church 5975 Old Bainbridge Road 3474 Friendship AME Church 5975 Old Bainbridge Road 3475 Wildwood Presbyterian 100 Ox Bottom Road 3477 Bethelonia AME Church 8997 N. Meridian Road 3501 Faith Presbyterian Church 2200 N. Meridian Road 3503 Unitarian Universalist Church 2810 N. Meridian Road 3505 Marzuq Shrine Center 1805 N. Monroe St. 3507 Covenant Presbyterian 2121 Old Bainbridge Road 3509 Marzuq Shrine Center 1805 N. Monroe St.

3511 Astoria Park Elementary School 3459 Fellowship Baptist Church 2465 Atlas Road 3705 N. Monroe St. 3512

Pentecostal Church 108 Henderson Road 4101 Premier Health and Fitness 3521 Maclay Blvd. 4103 Fellowship Presbyterian 3158 Shamrock S 4105 St. Peter Primitive Baptist 2565 Centerville Road 4107 St. Peter Primitive Baptist 2565 Centerville Road 4113 Westminster Presbyterian 4501 Centerville Road 4117 Fellowship Presbyterian 3158 Shamrock S 4119 Good Shepherd Catholic Church 4665 Thomasville Road 4121 Premier Health and Fitness 3521 Maclay Blvd. 4123 Good Shepherd Catholic Church 4665 Thomasville Road 4125 Celebration Baptist 3300 Shamrock E 4127 Celebration Baptist 3300 Shamrock E 4129 Northeast Branch Library 5513 Thomasville Road

3461 Fresh Fire Worship Center 3434 N. Monroe St.

Astoria Park Elementary School 2465 Atlas Road

4151 St. Peter Primitive Baptist Church 2565 Centerville Road

3463 Canopy Oaks Elementary 3250 Point View Drive

3513 University Ministries 2640 Old Bainbridge Road

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4465 Christ Presbyterian 2317 Bannerman Road 5101 Georgia Belle Apartments 301 E. Carolina St. 5103 Courtyard By Marriott 1018 Apalachee Pkwy. 5105 Sue Herndon McCollum C.C. 501 Ingleside Ave.

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5107 St. Stephen Lutheran 2198 N. Meridian Road

5218 Agape Life Fellowship 1224 Pedrick Road

5109 Sue Herndon McCollum C.C. 501 Ingleside Ave.

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5111 Immanuel Baptist Church 2351 Mahan Drive

5221 Department of Agriculture Complex: Admin. Building 3115 Conner Blvd.

5112 University Sales and Service 1850 Capital Circle NE

5222 Piney-Z Plantation Lodge 950 Piney Z Plantation Road

5151 Lighthouse Children’s Home 7771 Mahan Drive

5223 Gospel Light Church 3415 Apalachee Pkwy.

5153 Calvary Chapel: Main Lobby 8614 Mahan Drive 5201 Parks & Recreation: Meyers Park 912 Myers Park Drive 5202 Parks & Recreation: Meyers Park 912 Myers Park Drive 5203 Optimist Park 1806 Indian Head Drive E 5204 John Wesley United Methodist Church 1689 Old St. Augustine Road 5205 John Wesley United Methodist Church 1689 Old St. Augustine Road 5207 Jackson Lodge 2818 Apalachee Pkwy. 5209 Tallahassee Elks Lodge 276 N. Magnolia Drive 5211 Towne East Baptist Church 1055 Richview Road

4459 5212 Epiphany Lutheran Church Capital City 8300 Deerlake Road W Christian Church 6115 Mahan Drive 4461 Killearn Lakes United 5213 Methodist Church First Church of 8013 Deerlake Road E the Nazarene 1983 Mahan Drive 4463 Deerlake Middle School 5214 9902 Deerlake Road W First Church

5225 Southwood Community Center 4675 Grove Park Drive 5251 Morningside Baptist 1560 Pedrick Road 5253 Tallahassee Heights United Methodist 3004 Mahan Drive 5255 Capital City Christian Church 6115 Mahan Drive 5258 Gospel Light Church 3415 Apalachee Pkwy. 5259 Woodrun Baptist Church 8203 Apalachee Pkwy. 5260 Woodrun Baptist Church 8203 Apalachee Pkwy. 5261 Woodrun Baptist Church 8203 Apalachee Pkwy. 5262 Woodrun Baptist Church 8203 Apalachee Pkwy. 5263 Dot Spence Community Center 4768 Chaires Cross Road 5264 Dot Spence Community Center 4768 Chaires Cross Road 5265 Grace Lutheran Church 2919 Miccosukee Road Editor’s note: Locations and site names may be subject to change.

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ealth-care services in Tallahassee have taken giant steps forward with more facilities and treatment options to serve residents. The new Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Cancer Center is a 52,412-square-foot facility at 1775 One Healing Place that hospital officials say brings the most powerful cancer-fighting technologies and tools yet available to the area. The center houses TMH’s outpatient clinical cancer services, including one of the most advanced linear accelerators in the world for radiation therapy. Having everything in one location benefits patients and TMH’s ability to meet their needs. “The idea of having one center that kind of encompasses not just radiation therapy but cancer care in general has always been there,� said Dr. Dale Wickstrum, radiation oncologist and medical team member. “This is the culmination of those thoughts and ideas that have gone on over the years.� Capital Regional Medical Center opened its new Comprehensive Breast Center, which provides screenings, diagnosis and

treatment all under one roof. The center features the most advanced cancer-fighting technology, including HDR Brachytherapy, Radiosurgery and Mammosite, so that women can get back to their normal lives as quickly as possible. “With the proper education and screening, the proper equipment and technology, the right team and right personalities, we can catch this early with a lot less stress for everyone involved,� Dr. Roy Schwartz said of treating breast cancer. CRMC also expanded hospital services to the Quincy area with the opening of its Gadsden Memorial Campus. That hospital is a 24-hour facility with emergency care, diagnostic imaging, laboratory and full medical and nursing staff. The Red Hills Surgical Center, a new facility of 17,000 square feet on Surgeons Drive, is the latest addition to the 86-acre medical complex east of TMH. The center is the result of a joint venture between TMH and 35 local physicians from various medical practices. While TMH has surgical suites, including outpatient facilities, it was difficult for all the doctors to schedule

the operating-room time they needed, given that facilities here draw patients from Leon and the surrounding 14 counties. The Red Hills Surgical Center features five operating rooms and several preop and recovery rooms. The facility is used by physicians representing five medical specialties — otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat), orthopedic surgery, general surgery, ophthalmology and gynecology.

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major medical facilities Hospitals Capital Regional Medical Center CRMC boasts a state-of-the-art facility, an Ortho/Neuro Unit and an Express-Care division of its Emergency Department. 2626 Capital Medical Blvd. 325-5000 www.capitalregionalmedicalcenter.com HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital An inpatient hospital that provides outpatient services and offers occupational, physical and speech therapy. 1675 Riggins Road 656-4800 www.healthsouth.com John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital A nonprofit hospital in Thomasville, Ga., with a level-2 trauma center that provides inpatient and outpatient health care services for patients. 915 Gordon Ave., Thomasville, Ga. 800-341-1009 (229) 228-2000 www.archbold.org

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital TMH encompasses a not-for-profit hospital, which is the eighth-largest hospital in Florida and the largest medical facility in the area, as well as a number of satellite facilities and family medical centers in the five counties surrounding Leon County. 1300 Miccosukee Road General information: 431-1155 Patient information: 431-1111 www.tmh.org Select Specialty Hospital – Tallahassee A hospital that provides extending acute care for short-term acute to specialized extended acute. 1554 Surgeons Drive 219-6800

Clinics – walk-in and primary care Patients First Offers walk-in medical and minor emergency care, often eliminating the need for an emergency room visit. ■1690 N. Monroe St.

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385-2222 â– 3258 N. Monroe St. 562-2010 â– 505 Appleyard Drive 576-8988 â– 2907 Kerry Forest Parkway 668-3380 â– 1160 Apalachee Parkway 878-8843 â– 3401 Capital Circle N.E. 386-2266 â– 1705 E. Mahan Drive 877-7164 Tallahassee Primary Care Associates Offers preventative care and treatments in family practice, obstetrics, pediatrics, sports medicine, diagnostic imaging and clinical laboratory. Has several participating offices: â– 1803 Miccosukee Commons Drive Suite 202 402-6210, 402-6200 â– 1205 Marion Ave. 681-3887 â– 1132 Lee Ave. 224-8830 â– 2420 East Plaza Drive 877-6119 â– 2858 Mahan Drive, Suite 5 942-0180 â– 1636 North Plaza Drive 656-1000 â– 1885 Professional Park Circle,

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Tallahassee Neurological Clinic 1401 Centerville Road, Suite 300 Neurology: 878-8121 Neurosurgery: 877-5115 http://tnc-neuro.com/ Pain Clinic and Open MRI:

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Neighborhood Health Services Volunteer staff and physicians provide Leon County residents and the neighboring counties with comprehensive primary health care. Open Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Friday, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. 438 W. Brevard St. 224-2469 nhs@nhsclinic.org www.nhsclinic.org

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Radiology Associates Provides the following diagnostic technologies: X-Rays, contrast radiography, ultrasound, mammography, bone density measurements/DEXA scans and CT scans. 1600 Phillips Road 878-4127 www.radassociates.com Red Hills Surgical Center This new facility, the result of a joint venture between TMH and 35 local physicians, features five operating rooms and several pre-op and recovery rooms. 1608 Surgeons Drive 431-7402

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Brookdale Senior Living Sterling House 1780 Hermitage Blvd. 422-3397 www.brookdaleliving.com

Southeastern Urological Center, P.A./Southeastern Surgery Center A urology clinic that provides outpatient surgery for its patients. 2000 Centre Pointe Blvd. Appointments: 309-0400 Administration: 309-0500 Toll-free: 800-689-6678 www.seuc.com

Brookdale Senior Living Clare Bridge 1980 Centre Point Blvd. 309-7500 www.brookdaleliving.com Broadview Assisted Living 2110 Fleischmann Rd. 270-7775 www.broadviewassistedliving attallahassee.com

Tallahassee Memorial Center for Pain Management An ambulatory surgical center. 2824-2 Mahan Drive 558-1270 www.tmhpainrelief.com

Capital Health Care Center 3333 Capital Medical Blvd 877-4115

Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center A new, 52,412-square-foot facility dedicated to cancer treatment. 1775 One Healing Place 431-4226 www.tmh.org/cancercenter

Cherry Laurel Independent Living Retirement Community 1009 Concord Rd. 391-7285 www.cherrylaurel.com

Tallahassee Neurological Clinic, Division of Pain Management A pain management clinic. 2824-1 Mahan Drive 558-1260 www.tnc-neuro.com Tallahassee Outpatient Surgery Center A state-of-the-art, multispecialty outpatient facility with surgical expertise in many areas, including: orthopedics, podiatry, ENT, ophthalmology, plastic surgery, general surgery, oral surgery and pain management. 3334 Capital Medical Blvd., Suite 500 877-4688 www.tallahasseeoutpatient.com Tallahassee Single Day Surgery An ambulatory surgical center offering general surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, gynecology, otolaryngology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, plastic/constructive surgery, podiatry and urology. 1661 Phillips Road 878-5165 www.tsds.nu Tallahassee Sleep Diagnostic Center Diagnoses and treats wake and sleep disorders. 2013 Miccosukee Road 878-7271 www.tallahasseesleeplab.com

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Capital Regional Cancer Center Provides a range of cancer treatments, including: TomoTherapy, radiation therapy and brachytherapy. 2003 Centre Pointe Blvd. 878-2273 www.CapitalRegionalCancer Center.com

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Georgia Belle Apartments 301 E. Carolina St. 224-8021 Harborchase of Tallahassee 100 John Knox Rd. 531-0404 www.harborchase.com Heritage Health Care Center 3101 Ginger Drive 877-2177 Heritage Oaks Retirement & Assisted Living 4501 Shannon Lakes Dr., W. 273-4579 www.theallegro.com Magnolia House Assisted Living & Memory Care 1125 Strong Road, Quincy 875-1334 www.allianceseniorservices.com Miracle Hill Nursing Home and Convalescent Center 1329 Abraham St.

224-8486 www.miraclehillhealthcare.com The Pavilion at Westcott Lakes 3800 Esplanade Way, Suite 180 645-7110 www.WestcottLakes.com St. Augustine Plantation 2507 Old St. Augustine Rd. 309-1982 Tallahassee Memory Care 2767 Raymond Diehl Road 329-4634 TallahasseeMC.com Westminster Oaks Continuing Care Retirement Community 4449 Meandering Way 878-1136 or (866) 937-6257 www.westminsterretirement.com Woodmont Senior Living 3207 N. Monroe St. 562-4123 www.woodmontsl.com

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LAFAYETTE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Whiplash?

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Therapeutic Massage. The number one preventative health measure for stress reduction.

Headaches. We believe they are not a pain you are forced to live with.

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Alzheimer’s Project Inc.: A support and service provider for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Services are provided free, including support groups, counseling, respite and the Project Lifesaver Program, a wanderer recovery program. 301 E. Tharpe St. 386-2778, www.alzheimers project.org.

Breast Feeding Support Group: Meets at Tallahassee Memorial’s A Woman’s Place, 1301 E. Sixth Ave. A lactation consultant attends. 4314928.

Wakulla County Alzheimer’s Support Group: Offers caregiver and respite support groups. Pat Ashley, 984-5277, or Recie Culpepper, 3862778.

Blood disorders & services Hepatitis Support Group: For patients with hepatitis or any liver disease, to provide education, support and resources. Meets at TMH -Diabetes Center every first Monday of the month, 1981 Capital Circle N.E. Pamela Langford, 443-8029. Southeastern Community Blood Center (SCBC): Divison of Florida Blood Services. Sole blood supplier to every hospital in the 26 counties in north Florida and south Georgia. SCBC operates seven bloodmobiles that are scheduled at least a month in advance for visits to any group that signs up 12 or more donors. 1731 Riggins Road, 32308, 850-8777181, 800-722-2218, www.scbc info.org Sickle Cell Foundation Inc.: Offers free sickle cell screenings. Counseling by appointment is provided to people with sickle cell disease. Peer support group meetings also offered. If needed, funds are available for assistance with prescription medicines, transportation, utilities and rental assistance, up to $250. 1336 Vickers Road, 2222355, www.sicklecellfoundation.org

Brain injury & stroke Big Bend Brain Injury Support Group: Offered by the TMH NeuroScience Center for survivors brain injury, family and professionals. Meets at Conference Room A (Cafeteria) of Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. 4315037. Stroke Support Group: For stroke survivors and their families. Meets at Harbor Chase Assisted Living, 100 John Knox Road. 431-5037.

La Leche League of Northeast Florida: Breastfeeding information and support group. Call for up-to-date meeting information. 552-3948; National contact, 800-LA-LECHE (800-525-3243); lalecheleague.org

Cancer American Cancer Society: A nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization focusing on cancer. 297-0588; cancer information, 24 hours a day: 800-227-2345, www.cancer.org Bosom Buddies: Women living with or survivors of breast cancer. Montly meetings, lunches. Daleen Gilpin, 668-3515; 877-2544, or Murt Mayne, 878-1747 or jamesmayne@ embarqmail.com. Cancer Care: Professional counseling for cancer patients or caregivers, either individually or through support groups available online, via telephone or onsite. 800-813-HOPE (4673), www.cancercare.org. Chicken Soup: A 40+ women’s support group of survivors and newly diagnosed members. Catherine Moore, 627-7818 CHiCKS (Choosing Hope in Cancer): Informal group of younger women survivors of or newly diagnosed with cancer. Meets monthly. Caroline Miller, 297-0588, ext. 3702; Paula Clark, 251-9724. I Can Cope: The “I Can Cope� educational series will be at 11 a.m. Mondays at the American Cancer Society, 2619 Centennial Blvd., Suite 101. People wanting to learn more about facing cancer should attend. No registration necessary. 431-3993 or 297-0588, ext. 3702. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: An agency offering support, education, advocacy and financial assistance for cancer patients. Lynette Mills, 800-868-0072. Look Good, Feel Better: American Cancer Society Program to help restore appearance and self image. Held monthly. Caroline Miller, 2970588, ext. 3702.

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Man to Man of Tallahassee: Education and support for men dealing with cancer and its aftermath. American Cancer Society 2619 Centennial Blvd., gocizo@aol.com, 894-4853 National Cancer Institute: Coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination and other programs. 800-4-CANCER (800-4226237), www.cancer.gov Ovarian Cancer Survivors: Support for survivors, families and friends. Mittie Moffett, 893-1596. Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center Breast Cancer Navigator: The navigator guides patients through the health care systems and helps arrange for needed support and resources. Peggy, 431-3433 or 431LIFE (5433) Reach to Recovery: American Cancer Society program offering support for breast cancer patients and organized by breast cancer survivors. Caroline Miller, 297-0588, ext. 3702 Women with Cancer: A group for cancer survivors and those newly diagnosed with cancer. Dinner meeting monthly. Cindy Wilson, 668-0088

Caregivers Caregivers Support Group: Meets monthly at Woodmont Assisted Living, 3702 N. Monroe St. 431-5037

Children’s services Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition: This nonprofit organization works to provide the immediate services and support moms need to have healthy babies. Services include childbirth education, parenting classes, nutrition counseling, smoking cessation classes, breastfeeding education, home visits and more. 1311 N. Paul Russell Road, Suite A101, 488-0288; www. capitalareahealthystart.org. Children’s Miracle Network: A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children by raising funds and awareness for children’s hospitals across North America. Children’s Miracle Network local office, 2834 Remington Green Circle, Suite 101-A, 386-6417, www.shandskids.org. Ronald McDonald House: A homeaway-from-home for families of pediatric patients.712 E. Seventh Ave., 222-0056; www.rmhctallahassee.org.

cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The North Florida Chapter hosts a monthly support group in Tallahassee. P.O. Box 14959, Jacksonville; (646) 370-9359; www. ccfa.org/chapters/northernflorida, infonorthflorida@ccfa.org.

Diabetes Children with Diabetes Family Support Group: Quarterly evening meetings. Tallahassee Memorial Diabetes Center, 1981 Capital Circle N.E., 431-5404. Type 2 Diabetes Support Group: Quarterly evening meetings. Tallahassee Memorial Diabetes Center, 1981 Capital Circle N.E., 431-5404. Bariatric Support Group: For candidates or existing bariatric surgery patients. Monthly meetings. Tallahassee Memorial Diabetes Center, 1981 Capital Circle N.E., 431-5404. Diabetes Education and Support Group: Focuses on obtaining supplies, eating properly. Meets monthly. Smith-Williams Service Center, 2295 Pasco St., 891-1860.

Down Syndrome Down Syndrome Association of Tallahassee Inc.: Meets monthly. Everyone who has a child with special needs is welcome. 2910 Kerry Forest Parkway D4-212; www.dsatallahassee.org, info@dsatallaahssee.org.

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dinner meetings. 443-2984 or 2883200, www.brokenheartsofthebigbend.org

HIV/AIDS Big Bend Cares: Provides education and comprehensive support to people infected with or affected by HIV/AIDS. 2201 S. Monroe St., 656-2437; www.bigbendcares.org.

Hospice Big Bend Hospice: A nonprofit organization that serves patients with a life-limiting illness and their families in eight counties in the Big Bend. Provides physical, emotional, spiritual and practical care tailored for each family. Together with the patient’s own physician, the Hospice team provides expert pain and symptom control. A Hospice House provides care for patients with acute medical needs that require 24-hour medical supervision. Big Bend Hospice remains with each family for up to a year following the death of a loved one to provide support through the grieving process. Grief support programs are available to anyone in the community regardless of whether they have used Hospice. 1723 Mahan Center Blvd, 878-5310 or

Epilepsy Association of the Big Bend: Private, nonprofit organization serving men, women and children with epilepsy/seizure disorders and their families in 14 Panhandle counties. The association provides serfices, information and a support group. 1215 Lee Ave., Suite M4, 222-1777; www.epilepsyassoc.org.

Heart & lungs American Heart Association: Committed to reducing disability and death from heart disease and stroke. 2851 Remington Green Circle, Suite C, 878-3885, www.americanheart.org American Lung Association: Aims to to prevent lung disease and promote lung health. 800-LUNGUSA or 3862065, www.lungusa.org and www. lungfla.org

Crohn’s disease Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America: Nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the

Broken Hearts of the Big Bend: Support for families affected by congenital heart disease/defects. Monthly

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Mental health & addiction Adept Services Inc.: Mental health counseling. 576-4838 Al-Anon/Alateen: The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. Teenagers also welcome. PO Box 13163, Tallahassee, 32317. 222-2294; www. tallyalanon.org. Alcoholics Anonymous: A fellowship of men and women who share experience, strength and hope so they may recover from alcoholism. 224-1818, www.alcoholicsanonymous.org. Anxiety & Behavioral Health Clinic: If you experience uneasiness in social situations or panic, you may be eligi-

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ble to receive free treatment. Also free smoking cessation treatment. 1107 W. Call St., 645-1766, www. anxietyclinic.fsu.edu. Apalachee Center for Human Services: A private, not-for-profit behavioral health-care organization offering a full range of mental health, alcohol and drug abuse services both outpatient and residential. 2634 Capital Circle N.E., 523-3333, 24-hour phone 523-3303, www. apalacheecenter.org. Better Brain Care L.L.C.: Specializing in EEG neurofeedback therapy, treatment of attention deficit disorder, bipolar, anxiety and panic, chronic pain, migraines, depression, addictions, brain injury, autism, Aspergers, hyperactivity, post-traumatic stress disorder, stress, PMS, attachment disorder and childhood trauma. Also counseling for individuals and couples. 1618 Mahan Center Blvd., Suite 101. 656-1129, www.betterbraincare.com. DISC Village: A private, nonprofit organization that provides a wide variety of treatment and rehabilitative services to individuals and families throughout North Florida. Focuses on PLEASE SEE grOUPS, NEXT PAGE

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health services to children and adults. 1616 Physicians Drive. 431-5100, www.tmh.org/behavioral. Tallahassee Memorial Recovery Center: Inpatient and outpatient help for drug and alcohol addiction and co-dependence and family concerns. Tallahassee Memorial Behavioral Health Center, 1616 Physicians Drive. 431-5910; www.tmh.org/recoverycenter. Turn About Inc.: Provides services for children, adolescents and college undergraduates who are at-risk for or have alcohol, drug and/or behavioral problems and/or who have been victims of violence. 2771 Miccosukee Road. 671-1920, www.turnabout.org.

Neuromuscular/ nervous system Lafayette Park Center Multiple Sclerosis Support Group/Sclerosis Support Group: Meets the second Saturday each month. 501 Ingleside Ave. 385-5956 or 893-0930 Multiple Sclerosis Support Group: For information or dates, call 6683888. Muscular Dystrophy Association: Voluntary health agency working to defeat neuromuscular diseases. 1574-B Village Square Blvd., 6816763, www.mdausa.org. National Multiple Sclerosis Society North Florida Chapter: Offers monthly self-help groups, informational workshops, referrals and financial support. 800-344-4867, www. nationalMSsociety.org/FLN. United Cerebral Palsy of Tallahassee: A private, not-for-profit organization focused on advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. 1830 Buford Court, 878-0892.

Nutrition & fitness Club 50 Fitness: A fitness club for men and women 50 and over. 3111 Mahan Drive, Suite 11 (in the Publix Shopping Center), 32308, 216-2003, mstein@club50fitness.com,www. club50fitness.com. Jenny Craig: Weight loss. 1891 Capital Circle N.E., No. 1, www.jennycraig.com, 219-1700 Medical Nutrition Therapy of Tallahassee Inc.: Registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator. 120 Reece Park Lane, Carole Bullock, 878-7917 or 212-0383, CBtheRD@ aol.com. TOPS: Support group for weight loss.

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Organ transplant Tallahassee Transplant Support Group: For people waiting for a transplant, dialysis patients, family members, people who have received transplants and anyone interested in information. Meets monthly at the North Florida Nephrology Associates office, 1609 Physicians Drive. Dee Wilder, 942-6613 or 878-1171.

Parkinson’s Big Bend Parkinson’s Support Group: Meets monthly at Cherry Laurel Assisted Living, 1009 Concord Road, off Mahan Drive. 431-5082.

Pregnancy/ parenthood Planned Parenthood of North Central Florida: Provides affordable reproductive health care and education. 2121 W. Pensacola St., 5747455 (clinic), www.ppncf.org. Pregnancy Help and Information Center (PHI): Provides free pregnacy tests, counseling, infant and maternity needs, referrals and abstinence education, as well as parenting classes and support groups for post abortive, single parenting and adoption placement. All services free. 1710 S. Gadsden St., 222-7177, phicenter. org.

Primary care Bond Community Health Center: Provides all types of primary care services including pediatrics; OB/gyn; HIV/AIDS primary care; mental health/ substsance abuse; health care for the homeless; adolescent and adult medicine; and geriatrics. 1720 S. Gadsden St. 576-4073, bondchc. com. Integrative Healthcare: Offers primary health care, this may include information on natural therapies. 2016 Delta Blvd., 878-4434, www. ihcfl.com.

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0405; capitalcitydoula@comcast.net. The Capital Medical Society: A professional membership organization for physicians from Leon, Jefferson, Gadsden and Wakulla counties. Provides Physician Referral and Information Service to the public, sponsors the We Care Network, through specialists who donate specialty medical care to low-income, uninsured patients. Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and labs, imaging centers, home-health and medicalequipment companies donate care as well. 1204 Miccosukee Road, 8779018, www.capmed.org. Community Health Charities of Florida: A federation of Florida’s top health charities. 15 A Crescent Way, Crawfordville, Gwen Cooper, 9267003, info@healthcharitiesfla. org,www.healthcharitiesfla.org. Healing Arts Alliance: A network of health care practitioners who offer conventional and complementary or alternative services. www.healing ArtsAlliance.org.

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Other groups & organizations Angel Flight Southeast: Provides medical transportation. A national, nonprofit organization providing a link between home and hospitals for ambulatory and medically stable patients and for those who cannot afford the cost of travel. 800-3524256, (352) 326-0761, www.angelflightse.org. Community Health Charities of Florida: Formed by Florida’s top health charities to connect employees in the workplace with trusted charities, providing access to programs, services and opportunities to support health causes through donations. 3333 W. Pensacola St. , Suite 240, 597-7745, www.florida.healthcharities.org.

Rehabilitation Kessler Rehab Centers: Kessler, one of the nation’s leading providers of comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation services. (888) Kessler, www.kesslerrehab.com.

Prevent Blindness America: The nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness. 800-331-2020, www.preventblindness.org.

Women The Women’s Imaging Center: Offers a full range of diagnostic and interventional imaging services including mammograms, breast ultrasound, biopsies and DEXA (osteoporosis scan). 1600 Phillips Road, 32308, 878-6104, www.rad associates.com. Sisters Alive/Soul Survivors: All women’s support and educational group. Harriet Hudson, 644-7943.

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here’s a common misperception that because Tallahassee is the capital of the Sunshine State, state government is the No. 1 industry here. Not true. It’s education. Try as you might, you wouldn’t be able to squeeze into Doak Campbell Stadium all of the students in Tallahassee. Between Leon County Schools, with more than 32,000 students enrolled in kindergarten through high school, two major public universities and a thriving community college, there are more than 100,000 fulltime students here during any single year. Yes, that’s a heap of a lot of students. Educating them is indeed a major industry, with thousands of men and women drawn to Tallahassee and the many jobs involved in teaching and running our schools. The big cheese, so to speak, is Florida State University. Land-locked in the heart of the city — but constantly expanding its southwest campus just north of the airport — FSU has nearly 40,000 students and is the third-largest school in Florida’s State University System. If you haven’t spent time on the FSU campus, you are missing one of the true highlights of Tallahassee.

The campus can be a challenge to get to because parking is limited. But if you treat yourself to a firsttime visit on a Saturday or Sunday, you will quickly come to appreciate how attractive the inner campus is. Stroll on the Landis Green in front of Strozier Library, or take the Legacy Walk to see some of the university’s highlights. Legendary football coach Bobby Bowden and his Seminoles made FSU a nationally recognized school starting in the mid 1980s, but FSU has been enjoying big-time success in the classroom of late, highlighted by three Rhodes Scholars in the past six years — and a Rhodes finalist two years ago. Just south of FSU, on the highest of Tallahassee’s seven hills, sits Florida A&M University, also part of the State University System. This school is blessed with a rich history and a promising future under the leadership of President James Ammons, who with skill and determination guided FAMU and its 13,000 students through the reaccreditation process. FAMU is the nation’s top producer of African Americans at the bachelor-degree level. FAMU’s campus is also worth a visit. Stand on the steps of administration headquarters in historic Lee Hall and take in the Eternal Flame statue, with a view of

Coleman Library to the west. FAMU’s colorful and talented band, the Marching 100, continually gives the university national attention. It has provided halftime entertainment at a handful of Super Bowls, and it marched in the inauguration parade for President Obama. Tallahassee Community College is by far the fastestgrowing school in town, with almost 14,000 students expected to enroll for the fall term. A diverse institution that caters to both immediate high school graduates and adults looking to learn a trade, TCC plays a vital role that has become even more valuable in today’s struggling economy. There’s plenty to be proud of with the county’s public school system, too. It consistently grades among the best in the state, with many of its graduates staying in Tallahassee to continue their education.

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Childcare Network 1967 Raymond Diehl Road 385-0553 www.childcarenetwork.net

Child Growth & Development Inc. 1989 Commonwealth Lane 385-2258

Answorth Academy, Northampton 2919 Kerry Forest Parkway 668-9072

Covenant Presbyterian Preschool 2221 Old Bainbridge Road 385-9911

Betton Hills Preparatory School 2205 Thomasville Road 422-2464 1815 N. Meridian Road (VPK4 Center) 297-0049 www.bettonhills.com

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First Baptist Church, Weekday Education 108 W. College Ave. 222-5470 www.fbctlh.org First Class Kids 10223 Woodville Highway 421-5437 First Presbyterian Preschool 110 N. Adams St. 222-4587 Franklin’s Academy II Inc. 1800 Capital Circle N.E. 575-4826 Freedom Church Preschool 2801 Thomasville Road 523-0808

Kids Incorporated of the Big Bend 1170 Capital Circle N.E. 414-9800 www.kidsincorporated.org

Miracle Years Child Care Center at Old West 2344 Lake Bradford Road 906-9378

Kid’s World Academy 1849 Capital Medical Court 656-6655

Miriam’s Playhouse and Enrichment Center 646 E. Call St. 521-0571

Kidz Academy Education Center 324 E. Georgia St. 222-4730 Kidz Academy Education Center 2 Inc. 1023 N. Duval St. 224-3004 Killearn Lakes Preschool 8051 Deerlake East 893-0134

Gibson’s Learning Academy 1408 Hendrix Road 878-9217

Kinderschool 3561 Timberlane School Road 668-1457

Great Beginnings Preschool 1904 Talpeco Road 562-5437

Little Folk Haven Day Care 2311 Monday Road 878-5677

Great Oaks Day School Inc. 4840 Tower Road 562-0489

Little Heaven’s Academy 2015 S. Monroe 877-0825

Heavenly Days Child Care 3158 Shamrock South 668-9301

Little Red School House 7980 Blountstown Highway 575-6609

Immanuel Baptist Child Care Center 2351 Mahan Drive 877-2531

Miracle Temple Day Care Center 2201 St. Marks St. 575-2632

Jolly Jo’s Child Care Center 1702 Gibbs Drive 224-2002 Kid’s Club Preschool Inc. 236 Ross Road 877-4000

Precious Years Day Care Center 4224 Crawfordville Highway 656-8575 Scottsdale Academy 3498 E. Mahan Drive 219-2400 www.scottsdaleacademy.com Seven Hills Academy 2205 Thomasville Rd. 656-8754 Sutton’s Too Educational Preschool & Day Care 7586 Woodville Highway 421-2843

Whether you are a new mom, seasoned parent or even a grandparent caring for grandchildren, connect with other moms at momslikeme.com. Come to chat, share photos, join a group or just browse. It’s the place to meet local moms and ask questions, offer advice and swap stories. Want to join a playgroup? Find a quick, heatlhy recipe? How about participating in one of our many contests? Post a question in the appropriate discussion forum and, before you know it, someone will respond. Momslikeme produces a colorful magazine, too, full of fun ideas for activities to do with your kids. At the beginning of each month, find this free magazine inside the Tallahassee Democrat or at the rack by the exit in every Publix store. Look forward to meeting you on momslikeme.com!

Tallahassee Museum Pre-School 3945 Museum Drive 575-8684 www.tallahasseemuseum.org Timberlane Church of Christ Pre-School 3569 Timberlane School Road 893-9680

Miracle Years Child Care Center 2403 W Tharpe St. 383-1622

Wee Care Child Care at Fellowship Baptist Church 3705 N. Monroe St. 562-0047

Miracle Years Child Care Center II 217 Ausley Road 576-9500

YMCA Children’s Playhouse 2001 Apalachee Parkway 878-1255 www.tallahasseeymca.org

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and are only used to contact families when necessary. Access to these records is limited to a very few people at the school site and records are never shared with the public.

To enter kindergarten a child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1 of the year being enrolled. To enter first grade, a child must be 6 years old on or before Sept. 1 of the year being enrolled. Enrolling at the Leon Middle or high school stuCounty school where the dents enrolling for the first student is scheduled to time in Leon County attend is easy and takes Schools will need to show just a short time. Families will need to bring two proofs the same types of evidence as elementaof residence ry students. (such as a These utility bill), Find more online include a proof of a For detailed information social securecent physion Leon County Schools, rity number, cal exam, a including academic proof of resibirth certificalendars, visit www. dence, proof cate or other leonschools.net. of a recent evidence of medical the child’s exam and a age, the record of current immunizachild’s social security numtions. ber and proof that the student has received all the required immunizations. Immunizations can be obtained from the public health department or a priFamilies are encouraged vate doctor, but they must to bring a copy of the most be current. Your health-care recent report card or other provider will give you a blue proof of academic achieveform to show the school ment in addition to the docthat all shots are up to date. uments noted above when If you are not sure that you they are transferring to the have all the documents you Leon County School District. need, call the school to ask This will allow the school to what you need to bring as place each student quickly. evidence. Each school’s principal is You will be asked to comresponsible for determining plete forms that show your the placement of students at name, address, phone num- the school. ber, emergency contact information and any health problems your child may have. The school year includes Records are kept private 180 days of instruction and

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students are expected to be on time and attend each day. Florida Law requires school attendance for school-age students who are not registered as being home-educated. School age means the student is a at least 6 years old and not yet 16 years old. Some absences, such as illness, can be counted as excused with the proper documentation. By law, parents are responsible for ensuring that students are at school every day. There are legal consequences for parents who do not take this responsibility seriously. Schools contact families when students show a pattern of tardiness or absence. Talk to the school about the attendance policy requirements.

Which school? Students are assigned to Leon County schools based on their actual residence address at the time of school registration. Attendance zone boundaries can be found on the district website, www.leon.k12.fl. us/newLCShomeFiles/ planning_Policy_Dev.html. Leon County also offers a variety of school choice options for students. These choice options include magnet schools and programs, McKay Scholarships and other special programs to better serve students’ academic needs. Contact the School Choice Office at 487-7546 for more information about attendance zones and choice options.

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K-12 public schools Elementary

www.sullivan.leon.k12.fl.us Woodville 9373 Woodville Hwy 487-7043 www.woodville.leon.k12.fl.us

Apalachee Tapestry Magnet School of the Arts 650 Trojan Trail 488-7110 www.apalachee.leon.k12.fl.us

Middle schools Cobb 915 Hillcrest Ave. 488-3364 www.cobb.leon.k12.fl.us

Astoria Park 2465 Atlas Road 488-4673 www.astoriapark.leon.k12.fl.us

Deerlake 9902 Deerlake West 922-6545 www.deerlake.leon.k12.fl.us

Bond 2204 Saxon St. 488-7676 www.bond.leon.k12.fl.us

Fairview 3415 Zillah St. 488-6880 www.fairview.leon.k12.fl.us

Buck Lake 1600 Pedrick Road 488-6133 www.bucklake.leon.k12.fl.us

Fort Braden School 15100 Blountstown Highway 488-9374 www.ftbraden.leon.k12.fl.us

Canopy Oaks 3250 Pointview Drive 488-3301 www.canopyoaks.leon.k12.fl.us Chaires 4774 Chaires Crossroads 488-5977 www.chaires.leon.k12.fl.us Conley Elementary School at SouthWood 2400 Orange Ave. E. 414-5610 www.conley.leon.k12.fl.us Desoto Trail 5200 Tredington Park Drive 488-4511 www.desoto-trail.leon.k12.fl.us Fort Braden School 15100 Blountstown Highway 488-9374 www.ftbraden.leon.k12.fl.us

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Leon County Schools Superintendant Jackie Pons does a little drumming with Ruediger Elementary third-graders on April 5, 2011, during Children’s Week at the Capitol Plaza. Gilchrist 1301 Timberlane Road 893-4310 www.gilchrist.leon.k12.fl.us Hartsfield 1414 Chowkeebin Nene 488-7322 www.hartsfield.leon.k12.fl.us Hawks Rise 205 Meadow Ridge 487-4733

www.hawksrise.leon.k12.fl.us Killearn Lakes 8037 Deerlake East 893-1265 www.killearn-lakes.leon.k12.fl.us Moore 1706 Dempsey Mayo Road 488-2858 www.moore.leon.k12.fl.us Oak Ridge 4530 Shelfer Road 488-3124 www.oak-ridge.leon.k12.fl.us Pineview 2230 Lake Bradford Road 488-2819 www.pineview.leon.k12.fl.us Riley 1400 Indiana St. 488-5840 www.riley.leon.k12.fl.us Roberts 5777 Pimlico Drive 488-0923 www.roberts.leon.k12.fl.us Ruediger 526 W. 10th Ave. 488-1074 www.ruediger.leon.k12.fl.us

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Fourth-graders at Desoto Trail Elementary work together in an economics class.

Sabal Palm 2813 Ridgeway St. 488-0167 www.sabalpalm.leon.k12.fl.us

School hours Hours for public schools in Leon County are standardized except as noted. Public elementary schools are in session from 8:30 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.; middle schools from 9:30 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.; and high schools from 7:30 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. Hours for private schools vary. Check with each school for up-todate information. Please be aware that listed times may change.

Sealey 2815 Allen Road 488-5640 www.sealey.leon.k12.fl.us Springwood 3801 Fred George Road 488-6225 www.springwood.leon.k12.fl.us Sullivan 927 Miccosukee Road 487-1216

Griffin 800 Alabama St. 488-8436 www.griffin.leon.k12.fl.us Montford Middle School 5789 Pimlico Drive 922-6011 www.montford.leon.k12.fl.us Nims 723 W. Orange Ave. 488-5960 www.nims.leon.k12.fl.us Raa 401 West Tharpe St. 488-6287 www.raa.leon.k12.fl.us Swift Creek 2100 Pedrick Road 414-2670 www.swiftcreek.leon.k12.fl.us

High schools Chiles 7200 Lawton Chiles Lane 488-1756 www.chiles.leon.k12.fl.us Godby 1717 West Tharpe St. 617-4700 www.godby.leon.k12.fl.us Leon 550 E. Tennessee St. 488-1971 www.leon.leon.k12.fl.us Lincoln 3838 Trojan Trail 487-2110 www.lincoln.leon.k12.fl.us Rickards 3013 Jim Lee Road

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488-1783 www.rickards.leon.k12.fl.us Sail 2006 Jackson Bluff Road 488-2468 www.sail.leon.k12.fl.us School hours: 8:30 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

District-wide schools Adult & Community Education 283 Trojan Trail 922-5343 www.ACE-Leon.org Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Everhart School 2750 Mission Road 488-5785 www.Everhart.Leon.K12.Fl.Us School hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lively Technical Center 480 North Appleyard Drive 487-7555 www.livelytech.com School hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Ghazvini Learning Center 860 Blountstown Highway 488-2087 www.2ndchance.leon.k12.fl.us School hours: 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Pace Secondary School 3413 Zillah Road 488-8927 www.pace.leon.k12.fl.us School hours: 9:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

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Arts & Sciences 3208 Thomasville Road 386-6566 www.artsandsciences.leon.k12.fl.us School hours: 9:30 a.m.-3:50 p.m. Imagine School at Evening Rose 3611 Austin Davis Ave. 877-5187 www.imagineschoolsleon.com School hours: 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

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K-12 private SCHOOLS Betton Hills Preparatory 2205 Thomasville Road 422-2464 www.bettonhills.com Grades: PK3-6th Bethel Christian Academy 406 N. Bronough St. 222-6605 www.betheltally.org Grades: PK3-6th

Innovation Schools of Excellence 2532 W. Tharpe St. 575-5580 www.innovationschoolofexcellence.org John Paul II Catholic High 5100 Terrebone Drive 201-5744 Grades: 9th-12th

Community Christian 4859 Kerry Forest Parkway 893-6628 www.ccs-chargers.org Grades: K-12th

Maclay School 3737 N. Meridian Road 893-2138 www.maclay.org Grades: PK-12th

Cornerstone Learning Community 2524 Hartsfield Road 386-5550 www.cornerstonelc.com

Magnolia School 2705 W. Tharpe St. 385-3834 www.themagnoliaschool.net

Epiphany Lutheran School 8300 Deerlake Road West 385-9822 www.epiphanystar.org Grades: PK-18 months (1/2), PK3, PK4, Early Bird, Lunch Bunch, After School, Community Kids Club Grassroots Free School 2458 Grassroots Way 656-3629 Noncompulsory education for children ages 5-11.

North Florida Christian 3000 N. Meridian Road 386-6327 www.nflschool.org Grades: PK-12th Rose Academy, LLC 1268-B Timberlane Road www.roseacademy.org 893-8743 Grades: K-8th Sakkara Youth Institute 1209 Paul Russell Road 878-0540 Grades: PK-8th

Great Oaks Day School 4840 Tower Road 562-0489 Grades: PK-8th

Seven Hills Academy 1500 Miccosukee Road 656-8754 Grades: K-12th

Heritage Academy/Gingerbread Day School 3324 N. Monroe St. 562-3169 Grades: PK-8th

Trinity Catholic 706 E. Brevard St. 222-0444 www.trinityknights.org Grades: PK3-8th

Holy Comforter Episcopal 2001 Fleischmann Road 383-1007 www.holy-comforter.org Grades: PK3-8th

Woodland Hall Academy 5746 Centerville Road 893-2216 www.dyslexia-add.org

K-12 lABORATORY SCHOOLS Tallahassee’s two state universities are affiliated with laboratory schools. For more information, contact each school or visit its website. FAMU Developmental Research School 400 W. Orange Ave.

599-3325 www.famu.edu/drs Florida State University School 3000 Schoolhouse Road 245-3700 www.fsus.fsu.edu Grades: K-12

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educational & Parenting resources Education support and outreach Air Force Association, Col. H. M. Bud West Chapter 419: AFA is an independent, nonprofit, civilian education organization promoting public understanding of aerospace power and the pivotal role it plays in national security. It is a totally inclusive organization, without restrictions on membership. In Tallahassee, the Bud West Chapter supports area AFROTC, AFJROTC and Civil Air Patrol programs. http://budwest.afaflorida.org Be Brave School Safety Hotline with Leon County Sheriff’s Office: Offering a toll-free number that accepts anonymous reports of guns, drugs and possible violence in Leon County schools. 2825 Municipal Way, (877) 7-BE BRAVE Communities In Schools of Leon County Inc.: Program brings community resources, services, parents and volunteers into schools to help at-risk students. 444 Appleyard Drive, www. cisleon.org, 201-9750 Early Learning Coalition: Serving Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor and Wakulla. Offering training and technical assistance to early learning network providers to promote quality early education programs in the Big Bend region. 1940 N. Monroe St., Suite 70; www.elcbigbend.org; 385-0504 Florida Child: State-wide organization that carries out wishes schools have for their children’s education, from pre-school through college, by providing information, assistance and financial aid. www.floridachild.org, 800-805-4485 Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System Miccosukee: 3955 W Pensacola St; a statewide network of associate and specialized centers that provides support services to exceptional student education programs. www.fdlrs.leon.k12.fl.us, 4872630 Florida Education Foundation: Helping foster the development of community and private sector resources for education. 325 W. Gaines St., Suite 1532; www.florida educationfoundation.org; 245-9692 Florida Prepaid College Board: The state of Florida offers affordable, taxfree college plans that make it easy

to save for college sooner rather than later. The Florida Prepaid College Plan is guaranteed by the state of Florida to lock in the cost of college tuition, local fees and dormitory housing at today’s prices. www.florida529plans. com; 800-552-GRAD (4723) Florida Virtual School: Providing students with high-quality, technologybased educational opportunities. www.flvs.net, info@flvs.net, (407) 513-3587 Global Ambassador Program: The Global Ambassador Program receives requests from K-12 schools, FSU and the Tallahassee community for international students, scholars and faculty to give presentations about their country and culture. 110 S. Woodward Ave.; Aleks Nesic, 6441702, anesic@admin.fsu.edu, http:// ic.fsu.edu/culturaledprograms/ globalambassador.cfm Institute for School Innovation: A private, nonprofit educational organization whose mission is to enhance classroom instruction through technology and active learning. Programs include: Project CHILD, a program for grades K-5 that transforms traditional self-contained teaching by using an innovative triangulated approach, and PCPlus, a supplemental tutorial model to help students who have fallen behind. www.ifsi.org, 671-3706. Leon County Schools Foundation: A private, nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in education. www.lcsf.org, 224-2378 Leon Wakulla Retired Educators Association: A professional organization open to educators from any state. www.lwrea.com, Information@lwrea. com, 877-7618 Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Registration: For children who are 4 years old by Sept. 1; facilitated by Arbor E&T, in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend. 1940 N. Monroe St.; www. floridajobs.org/earlylearning/VPK%20 Program.html; 385-0504 West Point Society of Tallahassee: A nonprofit fraternal, community-service organization whose members are graduates and friends of the United States Military Academy dedicated to promoting the legacy of West Point and its core ideals. WPST provides liaison to regional high schools, offer-

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ing guidance to qualified students interested in attending West Point. DavidRich78@gmail.com; http://fl8. westpointaog.com; 212-6720 World Class Schools of Leon County: An alliance between the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and LCS, promoting excellence in our public schools through business and community involvement. www.wcsleon.com; Laura Rogers, 224-8116.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE Forget Me Not School of Russian Language: School of Russian language for all ages. 1645 Phillips Rd. , 228-2229. RussianTallahassee.com German School of Tallahassee: A community-based nonprofit organization that offers German language classes for children and adults on the campus of The Imagine School at Evening Rose, 3611 Austin Davis Road, on Saturdays during the school year. 893-8566, tallysurf.com/ germanschool Tallahassee Chinese School: The TCS-Taiwan has a diverse student population that comes to school from neighborhoods all over Leon County. The school is equipped with excellent teachers. Open from 1:30-3:30 p.m. each Sunday. 2945 Compton Way; Carl Huang, 942-6766, taiwanhaung@yahoo.com.

MENTORING AND ENRICHMENT 100 Black Men: Group offers mentoring and drop-out prevention for African-American seventh graders and up, plus continued help for higher education for youth completing the program; P.O. Box 5132; 599-8623 Alpha Leadership Program-Alpha Phi Alpha Frat: Program pairs adult

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mentors with minority male students in grades 7-10 to improve academic, social, public speaking, decisionmaking and financial management skills. 1882 Capital Circle N.E., Suite 102; www.aelfoundation.org Black Male College Explorers Program at FAMU: Aiming to increase educational achievements, facilitate college entry and reduce delinquent referrals in the enrichment program for males in grades 7-12. 302 Gore Education Center, Unit B; www.famu.edu; 561-2408 College Reach Out Program at TCC: Scholarships, mentors and sponsorship are offered for children from low-income families to promote future success. 444 Appleyard Drive; www. tcc.cc.fl.us; 201-8314 Jumpstart Tallahassee: A program that recruits college students to work in head start centers to help increase and encourage young children’s school readiness. 644-4555 Leon County Schools School Volunteer program: Program recruits, trains and coordinates individual and corporate volunteers to work with students and to act as mentors in the schools. 2757 W. Pensacola St; www.leon.k12.fl.us; 487-7800

Rosemary N. Palmer: Provides parent/teacher seminars on disability discrimination and how to obtain appropriate services at school for students who are disabled. Advocacy; litigation when necessary. 5260 Pimlico Drive; floridalawlady@gmail.com; 668-9203

TUTORING Advanced Learners: Affordable inhome tutoring; Pre-K-college, all subjects; Choose a tutor from a wide selection of highly qualified and compassionate professionals; www. AdvancedLearners.com; (866) 3588867 American Reading & Tutoring: Serving all ages in reading, math, study strategies, problem-solving, FCAT prep, writing and organizational skills. 4838 Kerry Forest Parkway; 907-1350

University Experience Program at FSU: Program brings high school juniors and seniors to FSU for two weeks during the summer to experience college and to encourage the economically disadvantaged to pursue higher education. A component of the College Reach Out Program. 5400-A University Center; www.fsu. edu/~care; 644-9699

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Club Z In-Home Tutoring Club: In-home tutoring for all ages, including SAT/ACT prep, foreign languages and individualized studies assistance. www.clubztutoring.com, 893-9600

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Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic: Serves as an educational library of audio textbooks serving people who cannot read standard print effectively because of visual impairment, learning disability, or other physical impairment. 2639 N. Monroe St., Suite 151-A1; Deborah Cucinella Rose Speech & Academic Center: Serving those in grades pre-K-college in all subjects, including speech therapy. 1268 Timberlane Road; 8938743 Isabel Sheridan: Offering assistance in college application process, specializing in the new SAT verbal section, essay writing; language tutoring for grades K through 12. 3653 Killarney Plaza Drive; 668-0785 Solution Skills: Serving those in grades K-12 in all subjects, including test prep for SAT, ACT, FCAT, GRE, GMAT, and CLAST. 565 E. Tennessee St.; www.solutionskills.com; 6816543 Sylvan Learning Center: Serving all ages in reading, writing, math and study skills, as well as test prep for SAT and ACT. 2811 Capital Circle N.E, Suite 3; www.educate.com; 3858696

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Kumon Math and Reading Centers: Developing untapped potiential of children through building confidence and developing fundamental skills. 3111 Mahan Drive Suite 31-32; www.kuman.com; 219-6284

Dyslexia Research Institute: Institute operates full-time school and provides educational counseling, diagnostic testing, tutorial services, parent workshops and adult support groups. 5246 Centerville Road; www. dyslexia-add.org; 893-2216

Panhandle Educational Consulting Services: In-home and online tutoring. www.phecs.com, feedback@ phecs.com, 366-3415

Capital Therapy: Innovative treatment for communication disorders. 2424 Mill Creek Court, Suite 1, www. capitaltherapy.net

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Established in 1851, Florida State University is located on the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida.

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Florida State’s 16 colleges offer more than 300 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, professional and specialist degree programs, including medicine and law, covering a vast array of disciplines.

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The university boasts an outstanding faculty that includes a Nobel Laureate; members of the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering and the American Academy of Arts & Sciences; Pulitzer Prize winners; Oscar winners; and Guggenheim, Fulbright and National Endowment for the Humanities fellows.

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Florida State University is one of the nation’s elite research universities, composed of 16 colleges and 99 centers and institutes. It offers more than 300 programs of study, as well as programs in law and medicine.

CAMPUS The main campus in Tallahassee covers 489 acres. The university also owns other parcels in Leon County and operates satellite campuses elsewhere in the state.

Out-of-state tuition as of May 26, 2011: $19,682 for two semesters for those not enrolled as of summer 2007; or $19,022 for those already enrolled as of summer 2007.

The extended academic calendar with all dates for the coming year can be found at www.registrar.fsu.edu extended.htm.

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Since its inception in the spring of 2005, the Office of National Fellowships has mentored and assisted some of our most talented students. Over the past six years, FSU students have won more than 80 nationally competitive awards, including three prestigious Rhodes scholarships, three Truman scholarships, five Goldwater scholarships, seven Hollings

Aug. 29, 2011: Fall term begins.

About 41,000 students are enrolled at Florida State. Each year, the university awards more than 7,900 undergraduate degrees and 2,900 graduate and professional degrees.

In-state tuition as of May 26, 2011: For two semesters at 15 hours per semester, $5,238 for those not enrolled in the Florida Prepaid Tuition Program before July 1, 2007, and

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In fall 2010, the average incoming Florida State freshman had an SAT score of 1227 and an average ACT score of 27.3. The average freshman also enters FSU with a 3.9 high-school grade point average. Many undergraduate students participate in honors programs and work directly with their professors to conduct research, an activity once reserved for graduate students.

those who started after summer 2007; or $4,578 for those already in school before summer 2007 or enrolled in the Florida Prepaid Tuition Program before July 1, 2007.

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scholarships, three Pickering fellowships, and 38 Fulbright scholarships.

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Among top public research universities, Florida State is third in the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded to black students and 12th in the percentage of bachelor’s degrees awarded to black students.

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The university is home to the $812 million National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, which features the world’s most powerful magnets. Each year, around 600 teams of visiting scientists from around the globe conduct research at the laboratory.

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Professors conduct scientific research with real-world implications at centers such as the HighPerformance Materials Institute, a nationally recognized leader in the development of cost-effective composite materials and systems.

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Professors also conduct cultural research in interdisciplinary programs such as the History of Text Technologies, where modes of transmitting ideas going all the way back to prehistoric cave paintings are studied.

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The College of Music is one of the nation’s oldest and largest, with a graduate program ranked fifth among public institutions. It holds hundreds of concerts annually and has more than a dozen world music ensembles. The college graduated Ellen Taaffe Zwilich, the first woman to win a Pulitzer Prize in music, who was named 1999 Music Composer of the Year by Musical America and now teaches at the college.

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The College of Medicine has been recognized by the American Academy of Family Physicians as one of the top medical schools in the nation for producing family physicians. The college is the most diverse medical school in Florida because of carefully developed outreach programs, which have been used as a model for other medical schools nationwide.

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With award-winning students whose accolades include numerous Student Academy Awards and College Television Awards (commonly referred to as “Student Emmys”), the College of Motion Picture Arts is one of the top film schools in the nation. The college recently partnered with Digital Domain Media Group to create a new South Florida facility that will give students educational opportunities in creating the world’s best digital effects.

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Florida State is home to the Flying High Circus, one of only two collegiate circuses in the nation. The student-run circus performs every spring under its own Big Top circus tent in the heart of campus. The circus also has performed in Europe, Canada, the Bahamas and the West Indies.

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Florida State has foreign study centers in Florence, Italy; London, England; Valencia, Spain; and Panama City, Panama. It also has international summer programs in Argentina, Australia, the Bahamas, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Israel, Peru, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland and Turkey.

Interested in attending Florida State University? Go online to www.fsu.edu and click on “Students,” and then click on “Prospective Students.” All the information you need is there. Apply online or just get more information about attending Florida State. The second key website is Visitor Services: www.visit.fsu.edu. The Visitor Services staff provides a wealth of information about the university and also can take you on a tour of campus. Call (850) 644-6200.

CONTACTS All admissions information is available at www.admissions.fsu.edu.

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Counterclockwise from top left: a graduate at the fall 2010 commencement; FSU President Eric Barron; the Westcott Building, a university landmark; and a student studying on a campus green.

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Florida A&M University Clockwise from right, a happy graduate, Coleman Library, graduates and supporters in the Alfred Lawson Jr. Multi-purpose Center Teaching Gymnasium and university President James Ammons. Founded on October 3, 1887, Florida A&M University is part of the State University System of Florida and is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Distinguished by lush foliage and massive oaks, the main campus comprises 156 buildings spread across more than 422 acres atop the highest of Tallahassee’s seven hills. The university also has several satellite campuses including a site in Orlando where the College of Law is located and sites in Miami, Jacksonville and Tampa for its pharmacy program.

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Florida A&M University enrolls more than 13,000 students from more than 40 states and many countries.

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(Fees as of 2010-2011) Undergraduate residents: $133.11 Undergraduate nonresidents: $531.13 Graduate resident: $305.80 Graduate nonresident: $922.17 Law resident: $343.74 Law nonresident: $985.77

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Rattler Card ID: $5 Athletic Fee: $12.62 Technology Fee: $4.78 (Undergraduate); $12.63 (Graduate); and $14.35 (Law)

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FAMU is the nation’s leader in graduating African-American baccalaureate degree holders who opt for an on-campus experience.

In April 2011, FAMU was selected as one of The Princeton Review’s “311 Green Colleges: 2011 Edition.” The list focused solely on colleges that have demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability in their academic offerings, campus infrastructure, activities and career preparation.

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FAMU was listed in BusinessWeek as one of the country’s “Most Innovative Colleges” in the area of technology transfer.

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Students in the School of Business and Industry won the National Team Selling Competition hosted by the Center for Global Sales Leadership at Indiana University in October 2010. The competition featured teams from Indiana University, Michigan State University, University of Kansas, University of Florida, Penn State, Ball State University and Syracuse University.

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Room rent (average range): $1,886 to $3,150 per semester

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April 23-Aug. 28: Regular registration Aug. 24-26: Residence halls open Aug. 29: Late registration and add drop period Aug. 29: First day of class Dec. 9: Last day of classes Dec. 12-16: Final examinations Dec. 16: Fall commencement

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On April 7, 2011, the Florida A&M University Board of Trustees approved of the University’s Restructuring and Reinvestment Plan. As of July 1, 2011, FAMU offered 52 bachelor’s degrees and 27 master’s degrees. The university has 14 schools and colleges. The university also offers a juris doctor at its College of Law in Orlando. FAMU has 11 doctoral programs which includes 10 Ph.D. programs: chemical engineering; civil

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FAMU’s College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has graduated approximately 20 percent of the nation’s African-American pharmacists, 60 percent of the African-American PhDs in the pharmaceutical sciences and approximately 25 percent of the AfricanAmerican MPH graduates in the nation.

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The Marching “100” is considered one of nation’s top collegiate musical ensembles. Its colorful style and energy, along with musical talent, has made the Marching “100” a crowd favorite from FAMU’s Bragg Memorial football stadium to France. Members of the Marching “100” performed at the 2006 Grammys, Super XLIV and President Obama’s inauguration parade.

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The FAMU Law School was recognized as the Most Diverse Law School in the nation by U.S. News and World Report in 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2011.

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engineering; electrical engineering; mechanical engineering; industrial engineering; biomedical engineering; physics; pharmaceutical sciences; educational leadership and environmental sciences.

In 2007, Black Enterprise named FAMU the No. 1 institution for African Americans.

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On average, about 15 Ph.D.s in physics are awarded to African Americans in the United States each year, according to data from the National Science Foundation (NSF). Florida A&M University awarded five Ph.D. degrees in physics to African Americans during the 20062007 academic year — a significant portion of the total national output.

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Tallahassee Community College Tallahassee Community College is one of the nation’s top community colleges and offers all the excitement and intellectual stimulation of a mid-size college—with the individual attention that comes from small classes and caring faculty. Every semester, nearly 15,000 students choose TCC as the next step in their education journey. Many are preparing for transfer to a university, while others are learning the skills they need to move directly into the work force in diverse fields from health care to law enforcement to computer programming and information technology. TCC students benefit from a wide variety of opportunities to engage in activities outside the classroom. Leadership and extracurricular offerings include the honors program, student government association, the Student Leadership Institute, speech and debate, Theater TCC! and Model United Nations.

LOCATIONS Main Campus: 444 Appleyard Drive, 850-201-6200 TCC Capitol Center: 300 West Pensacola St., 850-201-7662 Quincy House: 216 North Adams, Quincy (850) 558-3620 TCC Wakulla Center: 5 Crescent Way, Crawfordville, 850-922-6290 Florida Public Safety Institute: 75 College Drive; Havana, 850-201-7000 Center for Workforce Development: 444 Appleyard Drive, 850-201-8760 Ghazvini Center for Health Care Education: 1528 Surgeons Drive, (850) 558-4500

The 2010-11 season marked the 20th anniversary for TCC Athletics. Fittingly, milestones became the theme for the athletic season. For the first time in school history, TCC qualified two teams for national tournaments. In March, the men’s basketball team captured the NJCAA Region VIII and FCSAA championships with a 61-52 win at arch-rival Chipola. At the NJCAA Tournament, TCC advanced to the Elite Eight. In May, the softball team swept through the FCSAA’s Gulf District Softball Tournament and punched its ticket to the NJCAA Tournament, where it brought home a third-place trophy—the best fast pitch finish in school history. Individually, three of TCC’s coaches hit milestone victories in 2010-11. Men’s basketball coach

In-state tuition and fees per hour: $96.83 Out-of-state tuition and fees per hour: $373.99

KEY DATES Aug. 29: Fall main session begins Jan. 5, 2012: Spring main session begins

ACADEMIC OVERVIEW Programs offered: TCC offers more than 80 academic and career programs and more than 700 courses. The college offers degree programs for

COURTESY OF TCC

At left, graduate Breon Boyd waves to friends during Tallahassee Community College’s spring 2011 commencement ceremony. Above, TCC nursing students examine an X-ray during a medical simulation.

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TCC began as Tallahassee Junior College in September 1966. Now, Tallahassee Community College has locations in Crawfordville, Quincy, Havana and downtown Tallahassee, as well as the main campus on Appleyard Drive — a total of nearly 2 million square feet.

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TCC features the Learning Commons—a comprehensive learning center for tutoring and other academic support services in reading, writing, math and computer skills. In Fall 2010, students logged in for academic support 196,858 times.

The college provides more than $20 million in scholarships and grants every semester.

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Keiser University is a regionally accredited, private, not-for-profit university offering doctorate, master’s, bachelor’s and associate degrees. The main campus is in Fort Lauderdale with additional campuses located throughout the state and internationally. The university’s degrees are offered both on campus and online. Keiser University prepares graduates for careers in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, golf management, culinary arts and education. The main Tallahassee campus is at 1700 Halstead Blvd., 906-9494, and the Graduate School of Business is located nearby at 1276 Metropolitan Blvd., 692-0100.

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TCC enrolls nearly 15,000 students each semester.

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TCC ranks 11th nationally among two-year institutions for the number of associate degrees awarded to African-American students.

TCC’s health care programs graduates pass their professional exams in extremely high numbers. TCC’s graduates in dental hygiene, nursing and radiologic technology all achieved 100 percent pass rates on their latest professional exams.

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Eddie Barnes picked up his 200th win at TCC and 400th career NJCAA victory; softball coach Patti Townsend won her 200th career NJCAA game; and baseball coach Mike McLeod recorded NJCAA win No. 700.

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students planning to transfer to fouryear universities, as well as associate degrees in health care, information technology, business, child development and other professions for those seeking to directly enter the work force. A full-time student can complete an associate degree in two academic years or less, but TCC’s flexible scheduling—including evening classes, online courses and express sessions—makes it easy for students to attend part-time as well. TCC also offers a number of career certificates in everything from health care to law enforcement and from technology to business. Certificate training usually takes one year or less to complete. TCC’s Florida Public Safety Institute in Gadsden County offers programs for those interested in becoming law enforcement officers, corrections officers or firefighters. By the numbers: TCC students excel both inside and outside the classroom. TCC’s students are serious about their education and about making an impact after graduation. Nearly 75 percent of TCC’s A.A. graduates transfer into the State University System within a year — the highest percentage in the Florida College System. Last year, TCC ranked 15th nationally among twoyear institutions for the number of associate degrees awarded.

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TCC has outstanding disability support services. Of the institutions in the Florida College System, TCC graduates the highest percentage of people with disabilities with A.A. degrees.

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TCC offers an honors program for high-achieving students in the Associate of Arts degree program. TCC offers dual enrollment to allow students to earn college credit while still in high school. TCC ranks first in energy efficiency among Florida’s community colleges.

Scheduling Classes Keiser University’s unique class scheduling allows students to complete an associate degree in 18 to 24 months (depending on the program), bachelor degree in as little as 41 months and master’s degrees in 14 months for

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Other area institutions Aveda Institute of tallahassee 2020 W. Pensacola St. (850) 222-4299 www.avedaflorida.com

Bainbridge College 2500 E. Shotwell St. Bainbridge, GA 39819 (229) 248-2500 www.bainbridge.edu

Barry University Woodcrest Office Park Plaza 325 John Knox Road Building A, Suite 100 385-2279 www.barry.edu

CORE Institute School of Massage Therapy and Structural Bodywork 223 W. Carolina St, 222-8673 www.coreinstitute.com

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Located on the campus of

Tallahassee Community College, 444 Appleyard Drive 201-8330

Flagler College Located on the TCC campus, 444 Appleyard Drive 201-8070 www.flagler.edu

Lively Technical Center 500 N. Appleyard Drive 487-7555 www.livelytech.com

North Florida Cosmetology Institute 2424 Allen Road 878-5269 www.cosmetologyinst.com

Thomas University 1501 Millpond Road Thomasville, GA 31792 (229) 226-1621 www.thomasu.edu

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bunco and other monthly activities. More than a half dozen organizations cater to artists, from the American Sewing Guild to Tallahassee Writers Association. So whether your interest is spiritual, intellectual, artistic or cultural, you’re likely to find a place in Tallahassee to nurture your growth.

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Help’s always wanted, and appreciated At Big Bend Hospice, greeter Phil Welsh spent 300 hours last year welcoming patients and visitors to its 12-bed facility on Mahan Center Boulevard. Administrative assistant Margaret Mosher put in 500 hours filing reports, medical records, “anything we need,� said her supervisor, Ginny Burns. Vigil volunteer Kirstin Christian, a retired nurse from Germany, logged 152 hours comforting the terminally ill. All three work without pay, said Burns, the volunteer department manager. But without them — along with about 480 others providing everything from minor household help to patient support and companionship — Hospice doctors and staff would be hard pressed to provide the kind of end-of-life care for which the program is famous. “How important are they? Extremely important,� Burns said. “It’s largely amazing, such an incredible desire to give at a meaningful level. They’re some of the best people I’ve ever met.� From junior auxiliaries (perhaps better known as candy stripers) at the hospitals to reenactment militia for the Mission San Luis fort, Tallahassee volunteers fill a critical role. “Without volunteers, there would be no Meals on

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Wheels,� said Elder Care Service’s Sharon Davidson, who manages its program to provide hot lunch for homebound clients. “We rely on them to deliver over 300 meals a day in Leon County.� Over the course of a year, Davidson said, about 450 volunteers run 29 daily routes. A relatively high turnover rate means the need is always critical for new people. “We get lots of summer help from students and teachers, (as well as) church groups to fill in during holidays,� she said. “But we’re always looking for more volunteers.� Volunteers are particularly useful during hurricane season at disaster preparedness organizations such as the American Red Cross, said Mathieu Cavell, Leon County’s volunteer services coordinator. “The volunteer spirit here is quite strong,� Cavell said. “Our retirees, in particular, have a wealth of skills to offer. But they are bolstered by volunteer students from the colleges who are willing to help in a whole range of ways.� Among the organizations seeking volunteers, Cavell said, were such local nonprofits as Goose Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, Children’s Home Society, Goodwood Museum and the Florida Historic Capitol. The public library system and

AME Anderson Chapel AME 224-2003 1307 Harlem St. www.andersonchapelame.org info@andersonchapelame.org Bethel AME 576-7501 501 W. Orange Ave. www.bethelame1865.org lmbethelamec@aol.com Bethelonia AME 668-9924 8437 N. Meridian Road Flipper Chapel AME 576-2343 708 Osceola St. www.flipperchapel.faithweb.com The Greater Fountain Chapel AME 222-3800 821 Eugenia Street FountainChapelAMEC@embarqmail. com New Mount Zion AME 222-4201 1401 Old Bainbridge Road newmtzionamec@aol.com www.newmtzionamec.org

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Good News Outreach Soup Kitchen volunteer Nathaniel Muse prepares food for serving at The Shelter. local schools are always looking for volunteer help. “Some are short term, others such as Hospice very intense,� Cavell said. “In general, people here are very good at that.� Amy McDaniel, director of volunteer services at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, said that more than 500 volunteers put in some 100,000 hours last year as members of the TMH auxiliary. Working in areas ranging from hospitality to the gift shops, music and art therapy, spiritual care, fundraising and gardening, they worked both with and under the supervision of hospital professionals to help carry

out its mission statement. “There is a remarkable synergy among our volunteers,� McDaniel said. “The teamwork between them and their TMH colleagues is evident in both in-patient and out-patient settings.� For more information on volunteer opportunities at TMH, call 431-5331. Ginny Burns, the Hospice volunteer manager, is available at 878-5310. The Elder Care number for Sharon Davidson is 921-5554. For a complete overview of opportunities, Volunteer LEON, located at 918 Railroad Ave., is a good place to start. Call 606-1970 or visit www.volunteerleon. org.

All Saints Anglican Church 325-1200 3840 N. Monroe St., Unit 303 www.tallsaints.com

Soul’s Port United Pentecostal 877-7900 9301 Mahan Drive

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Evangel Assembly of God 385-1815 2300 Old Bainbridge Road www.evangelag.org Freedom Church First Assembly of God 386-4924 2801 Thomasville Road www.freedomplace.org Heritage Assembly Of God 656-1755 298 Crossway Road www.heritageaog.org Mosaic Church 575-1122 418 Hayden Road www.mymosaicchurch.com Oak City Assembly of God 575-4054 3080 W. Tennessee St. www.oakcityag.com Trinity Assembly of God 877-3333 4852 Mahan Drive www.trinityagonline.com info@trinityagonline.com Woodside Heights Assembly of God 309-0880 826 Amy St.

Holy Cross Anglican Church 553-4659 Meeting at Community Christian School, 4859 Kerry Forest Parkway www.hcchurch.com

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St. Andrews Anglican Catholic 893-5164 401 Timberlane Road www. StAndrewsAnglicanCatholicChurch.org

Baptist “Collegiate� Campus Ministry FSU 222-4444 200 S. Woodward Ave. www.fsubcm.org fsubcm@fsubcm.org

St. Luke’s Anglican Fellowship 385-7889 3725 Apalachee Parkway www.communityoflife.net St. Peter’s Anglican Church 701-0664 901 Thomasville Road www.saint-peters.net

APOSTOLIC Apostolic Church of Tallahassee 877-2287 228 Gaile Ave. www.actlh.com Miracle Temple Apostolic Holiness Church 575-2933 2201 St. Marks St.

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Calvary Baptist 681-6864 1915 Dale St. bishopjm73@yahoo.com

Hope For Life Baptist 222-9213 1346 S. Adams St. acasonhfl@juno.com

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900 W. Tennessee St. www.fsucatholic.org

Lakeview Baptist Church 222-5946 222 W. Seventh Ave. www.lakeviewbaptisttallahassee.com lakeviewbaptist@gmail.com

Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More 222-9630 900 W. Tennessee St. www.cocathedral.com

Maranatha Baptist 386-8909 2532 W. Tharpe St. www.mbctal.org

Good Shepherd Catholic 893-1837 4665 Thomasville Road www.goodshepherdparish.org

North Florida Baptist 385-7181 300 N. Meridian Road www.nflchurch.com

Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Mission St. Andrews Church 401 Timberlane Road 893-9090

BAPTIST – INDEPENDENT

St. Eugene Catholic Chapel 222-6482 701 Gamble St. www.steugenechapel.org

Gospel Light Baptist Church 222-2232 3415 Apalachee Parkway www.glbctallahassee.com Southwood Baptist Church 878-1117 5177 Capital Circle SW www.southwood-baptist.com

BAPTIST – MISSIONARY Bethel Missionary Baptist Church 222-8440 2240 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. www.betheltally.org bethel@betheltally.org Spring Hill Missionary Baptist 878-5808 3018 Hill Court St. John Missionary Baptist Church 576-7012 2125 Keith St., Tallahassee St. John’s Missionary Baptist 942-7551 10770 Capitola Road Tabernacle Missionary Baptist 575-2739 615 Tuskegee St. www.tabernaclembc.org

BAPTIST – PRIMITIVE The Greater Saint Mark P.B. Church 562-6447 5820 N. Monroe St. www.gsmpbc.org info@gsmpbc.org Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church 222-7129 1027 N Dewey Street Mount Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church 877-6606 2130 Midyette Road Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church 386-3994 3115 North Meridian Road www.mtzionpbc.org St. Matthew P. B. Church 627-6090

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The congregations of Faith Presbyterian and St. Paul United Methodist churches join for an Easter sunrise service at St. Paul’s amphitheater. 1455 Post Plant Road Quincy, Florida 32352 stmatthewpbc@tds.net St. Rosa Primitive Baptist Church 386-1011 3148 Mission Road www.strosapbc.org

BAPTIST – SOUTHERN Bradfordville First Baptist Church 893-0893 6494 Thomasville Road www.b-fbc.org info@b-fbc.org Canopy Roads Baptist 906-0047 925 Bannerman Road www.canopyroads.org Celebration Baptist 893-1709 3300 Shamrock St. E. www.icelebration.org

webmaster@fbctlh.org First Baptist Woodville 421-3315 9500 Woodville Highway www.firstbaptistwoodville.com Immanuel Baptist 878-1021 2351 Mahan Drive www.immanuelonline.com Lake Talquin Baptist 576-4641 21335 Blountstown Highway ltbc@embarqmail.com LIFEBASICS Church 877-4141 www.lifebasics.tv Morningside Baptist 878-5503 1560 Pedrick Road www.morningsidebc.org

East Hill Baptist 224-9911 912 Miccosukee Road www.easthill.net

Northwoods Baptist 562-1188 3762 Capital Circle N.W. www.sharethejoy.com info@sharethejoy.com

Faith Baptist 877-6511 3333 Apalachee Parkway www.faithbaptisttally.org fbc@faithbaptisttally.org

New Life Baptist 877-2215 3625 Woodville Highway www.newlifeforall.org newlife@nettally.com

Fellowship Baptist 562-2040 3705 N. Monroe St. www.fellowshipbaptist.org serve@fellowshipbaptist.org

Seminole Baptist 562-8069 3330 Mission Road www.seminolebc.com seminolebc@nettally.com

First Baptist Church of Tallahassee 222-5470 108 W. College Ave. www.fbctlh.org

Thomasville Road Baptist 386-4288 3131 Thomasville Road www.thomasvilleroad.org

Unity Baptist 575-2288 4219 Springhill Road www.myunitybaptist.com

BUDDHIST Cypress Tree Zen Group 984-5204 647 McDonnell Drive, Railroad Square arudloe@gmail.com Florida Drikung Dzogchen Community 445-0387 www.ddcflorida.com ddc.florida@gmail.com Pema Tallahassee 274-4270 pematalli@gmail.com Tallahassee Buddhist Community 228-8805 647 McDonnell Drive www.tallahasseebuddhistcommunity. org tbc@webdharma.com Tallahassee Shambhala Meditation Group 224-1515 2700 Apalachee Parkway Suite A tallahassee.shambhala.org

CATHOLIC All Saints Catholic Community 656-3777 www.allsaintsinc.org Blessed Sacrament Catholic 222-1321 624 Miccosukee Road www.bsc.ptdiocese.org Catholic Student Center 222-9632

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Restoration Life Church 656-1219 2302 Jim Lee Road www.restorationlifechurch.net info@real-church.org

CHRISTIAN Capital City Christian Church 877-7315 6115 Mahan Drive www.capitalcitychristianchurch.org First Christian Church 224-7329 1319 High Road www.fcctlh.org churchinfo@fcctlh.org

King’s Way Christian 562-7712 2132 Lake Forest Drive

St. Louis Catholic 562-5140 3640 Fred George Road www.stlouis.ptdiocese.org

CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL

CHARISMATIC Abundant Life Fellowship World Outreach Center 576-3593 3881 N. Monroe St. www.alfonline.org Agape Life Fellowship 219-8088 1224 Pedrick Road www.thelifepointchurch.org

Allen Temple CME Church 574-1976 849 Kissimmee Street www.allentemplecmechurch.org

St. James CME Church 224-1673 1037 Richmond Street

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Piedmont Park Alliance 386-7157 3210 Thomasville Road www.piedmontparkalliance.org

Christian Heritage 562-3156 2820 Sharer Road www.chctoday.com info@chctoday.com

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Church of Christ 422-3720 4015 Centerville Road www.centervilleroad.com Church of Christ 878-0085 916 Paul Russell Road Meridian Woods Church of Christ 422-3657 2870 N. Meridian Road www.meridianwoods.org office@meridianwoods.org Oyster Bay Church of Christ 926-4692 1044 Shadeville Road Crawfordville www.oysterbaychurchofchrist.org Timberlane Church of Christ 893-6469 3569 Timberlane School Road www.timberlane-coc.org timberlanecoc@nettally.com

CHURCH OF GOD Tallahassee Church of God 222-2239 1304 Central Street www.tallahasseechurchofgod.com

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Life Changers Church of God in Christ 656-3940 601 Miccosukee Road www.lifechangerscogic.org Life Deliverance Ministries 671-2982 3377 Jim Lee Road www.lifedeliveranceministries.org Love Deliverance Family Center Church of God In Christ 656.2009 1160 Capital Circle SE, Ldfccogic@yahoo.com First Mission Christ Temple, C.O.G.I.C 224-0510 419 W Carolina St. www.firstmissioncogic.com New Harvest Christian Center Church of God in Christ 421-6422 6205 Woodville Highway Powerhouse Church of God In Christ 942-7827 454 Belair Drive www.powerhousecogic.net phcogicpastor@aol.com Watson Temple Institutional Church of God in Christ 224-0646

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Holy Comforter Episcopal 877-2712 2015 Fleischmann Road www.holycomforteronline.org

Church of God of Prophecy 222-5611 1221 Dade Street dscogop1221@embarqmail.com

St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church 562-1595 3413 Old Bainbridge Road www.stfrancis-tlh.org

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

St. John’s Episcopal 222-2636 211 N. Monroe St. www.saint-john.org

Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Mission offices 893-4243 1535 Killearn Center Blvd. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints STAKE offices 224-9712 312 Stadium Drive Institute of Religion (for college-age religious instruction and activities) 224-5744 314 Stadium Drive www.ldsces.org/iws1/index. aspx?p=60164

EVANGELICAL – FREE Four Oaks Community Church 385-0004 4500 W. Shannon Lakes Drive, Suite 12 www.fouroakschurch.com

Crawfordville Chapel 926-7090 3251 Crawfordville Hwy Crawfordville

Chapel of the Resurrection at the Episcopal University Center 222-4053 655 W. Jefferson Street (on the campus of Florida State University) www.diocesefl.org/rugehall Episcopal Church of the Advent 386-5109 815 Piedmont Drive www.advent-church.org

Chabad Lubavitch of the Panhandle/Tallahassee 523-9294 2601 N. Meridian Road www.JewishTallahassee.com

GREEK ORTHODOX Holy Mother of God Greek Orthodox Church 878-0747 1645 Phillips Road www.hmog.org

Gujarati Samaj Hindu Temple 877-3596 9100 Apalachee Parkway

HOLINESS True Fellowship Holiness Church 222-7104 123 FAMU Way

INDEPENDENT Bible Believers Fellowship 576-5698 6341 Blountstown Highway www.bbfchurch.com

Islamic Center Al-Ansar 681-9022 1020 W. Pensacola St. www.ictallahassee.org Islamic Center Al-Furqan 514-0100 3617 Old Bainbridge Rd. www.ictallahassee.org

Perry Branch 584-9583 1566 W Julia St Perry

EPISCOPAL

Abundant Life Foursquare Church 877-6360 3721 Crawfordville Road

ISLAMIC

Madison Branch 971-2133 1374 W Base Street Madison

Thomasville Ward 229-226-0957 807 Remington Ave Thomasville, Ga.

JUDAISM

Faith Christian Family Center 671-5755 310 Laura Lee Ave.

Thomasville Road Chapel 878-7115 3717 Thomasville Road Tallahassee

Quincy Branch (and Spanish Speaking) 627-6342 816 Pat Thomas Parkway Quincy

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HINDU

St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church 681-0844 1405 Melvin St. www.stmichaelandallangels.org

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EVANGELICAL – PRESBYTERIAN Hope Evangelical Presbyterian Church 216-1234 (church) 559-6461 (mobile) 4680 Thomasville Road www.hope-epc.org

FREEWILL BAPTIST Jacob Freewill Baptist Church 574-3150 2333 Lake Bradford Road Jacobchapel.org

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Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses — Astoria Park 386-4255 2641 Old Bainbridge Road www.watchtower.org Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses — Arbor Hill 893-7478 2991 Raymond Diehl Road www.watchtower.org Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses — SouthWood 878-2084 4750 Capital Circle S.E. www.watchtower.org Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses — West 575-3038 4010 W. Orange Ave. www.watchtower.org

Congregation Shomrei Torah 893-9674 4858 Kerry Forest Pkwy. www.shomreitorahonline.org

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Calvary United Methodist Church 576-3124 2145 West Pensacola Street cumc@myway.com Deer Lake United Methodist 668-0314 8013 E. Deerlake Road S. www.deerlakeumc.org

Hillel at FSU. Foundation Jewish Student Center 222-5454 843 W. Pensacola St. www.hillelatfsu.org Temple Israel – Reform 877-3517 2215 Mahan Drive www.templeisraeltlh.org

Epiphany Lutheran Church and School 385-7373 8300 Deerlake Road W, www.epiphanystar.org

St. Stephen Lutheran Church-ELCA 385-2728 2198 N. Meridian Road www.st-stephen-lutheran.net ststephen2@aol.com Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 877-5423 2919 Miccosukee Road www.glctally.org University Lutheran 224-6059 925 W. Jefferson St. www.universitylutheranchurch.org pastor@universitylutheranchurch.org

METHODIST Bethel United Methodist Church 576-1454 1470 Bethel Church Road www.bethelumctlh.com

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Faith Chapel Pentecostal 385-8074 108 Henderson Road www.faithchapelchurch.org

Pisgah United Methodist 668-4777 7000 Pisgah Church Road www.pisgahumc.com

Praise Cathedral Pentecostal Holiness 562-3018 3206 Capital Circle N.W.

St. Paul’s United Methodist 385-5146 1700 N. Meridian Road www.saintpaulsumc.org

Christian Life Fellowship 385-6111 3608 Centerville Road www.christianlifefellowship.tv christianlf@embarqmail.com

Trinity United Methodist 222-1120 120 W. Park Ave. www.tumct.org Wesley Foundation 222-0251 705 W. Jefferson St. www.fsuwesley.com Woodville United Methodist 421-7205 10322 Old Woodville Road Woodville

Good Samaritan United Methodist Church 893-4919 3720 Capital Circle S.E. www.GoodSamaritanTallahassee.org info@goodsamaritantallahassee.org

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John Wesley United Methodist Church 877-1738

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FAMU Wesley Foundation 425-8307 1747 S. Adams St. www.famuwesley.org info@famuwesley.com

Gray Memorial United Methodist 385-6441 2201 Old Bainbridge Road www.graymemorialumc.org graymumc@comcast.net

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Tallahassee Heights United Methodist 877-6276 3004 Mahan Drive www.reachtheheights.com

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Faith Lutheran Church-WELS 383-1125 2901 Kerry Forest Parkway www.faithlutherantallahassee.com revgensmer@gmail.com

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Restoration and Refuge Center 561-3900 202 Hazelwood Road refugestore@embarqmail.com Tallahassee Mission 893-4243 1535 Killearn Center Blvd.

PAGAN Red Hills Pagan Council 212-0145 P.O. Box 15311, Tallahassee www.redhillspagans.org

Anointed Tabernacle of Praise Ministries Inc. 562-6401 2312 Apalachee Parkway

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PRESBYTERIAN Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian 222-8553 814 N. Gadsden St. www.calvaryopc.net calvaryopc@nettally.com CenterPoint Church (PCA) 222-4884 Office: 1200 S. Monroe St. Worship: 1410 E. Indianhead Drive www.cptchurch.com centerpoint@cptchurch.com Christ Presbyterian 893-7472 2317 Bannerman Road www.cpcusa.org Cornerstone Presbyterian 668-9504 2904 Kerry Forest Parkway www.cornerstonetlh.org Covenant Presbyterian Church 385-2512 2221 Old Bainbridge Road www.covenant-tlh.org admin@covenant-tlh.org Faith Presbyterian 385-6151 2200 N. Meridian Road www.faithpcusa.org PLEASE SEE worship, NEXT PAGE

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Unity Eastside 656-1678 8551 Buck Lake Road www.unity-eastside.org admin@unity-eastside.org

Community Of Christ 668-0826 400 Timberlane Road www.cofchrist.org contact@CofChrist.org

Kingdom Word Ministries 893-4076 508 W. Brevard Street

Unity of Tallahassee 562-5744 2850 Unity Lane www.unityoftallahassee.org

New Covenant Church 561-1001 548 Bradford Road

Fellowship Presbyterian 893-0617 3158 Shamrock South www.fellowshippc.org fellowshipchurch@comcast.net First Presbyterian 222-4504 110 N. Adams St. www.oldfirstchurch.org office@oldfirstchurch.org Lafayette Presbyterian 877-4428 4220 Mahan Drive www.l-p-c.net Presbyterian University Center 222-6320 548 W. Park Ave. www.pucfsu.com Tallahassee Korean Church 228-1414 2800 Shamrock St. S. www.tallakoreanchurch.org (Korean) Trinity United Presbyterian 576-2320 620 Gore Ave. Westminister Presbyterian Church (PCA) 894-4233 4501 Centerville Road www.wpctlh.org Wildwood Presbyterian 894-1400 100 Ox Bottom Road www.wildwoodchurchonline.org info@wildwoodchurchonline.org

SALVATION ARMY The Salvation Army Church 222-0304 206 West Virginia Street, Tallahassee dean_moretz@uss.salvationarmy.org

TAOIST Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism 224-5438 2100 Thomasville Road www.taoist.org

UNITARIAN Unitarian Universalist Church 385-5115 2810 N. Meridian Road www.uutallahassee.org

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST United Church in Tallahassee 878-7385 1834 Mahan Drive www.uctonline.org uctoffice@gmail.com

UNIVERSAL FELLOWSHIP OF METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCHES Gentle Shepherd Metropolitan Community Church 878-3001 4738 Thomasville Road www.gentleshepherdmcc.com gsmccpastor@embarqmail.com

VARIOUS DENOMINATIONS/NONDENOMINATIONAL Abundant Living Faith Ministry 671-4390 4213 Woodville Highway www.alfmonline.org Agape Covenant Fellowship Church Inc. 536-0777 3471 N. Monroe St. www.agapecovenant.org agapecovenant@embarqmail.com Aglow International Tallahassee Community Lighthouse Meets every fourth Saturday of each month 2055 Thomasville Road CMoore@cpservices.net ALARM International 216-1800 367 Marpan Lane www.alarmministries.com info@alarmministries.com Baha’i Center 219-2111 1310 Cross Creek Road Calvary Chapel 514-1929 8614 Mahan Drive www.calvarytlh.com Celebrate New Life Tabernacle 671-4519 3050 Agape Lane www.cnlt.org info@cnlt.org Chosen Generation Worship Center 2025 S. Adams St. 224-8303 chosengenerationworshipcenter@ yahoo.com City Church (The Well) 219-9355 1184 Capital Circle NE www.citychurchtallahassee.com

Eckankar Fl Satsang Society 894-3706 3602 Bellingrade Court Element Three Church 264-1956 3540 Mahan Drive www.mye3.org info@element3.org Every Nation Tallahassee 205-0140 2555 N. Monroe St. www.everynationtallahassee.com info@entemail.org Family Worship & Praise Center 656-9378 1609 Branch St. Fellowship @ Midway Church 702-0700 32319 Blue Star Highway Midway www.fellowshipmidway.com info@fellowshipmidway.com Genesis Church 942-5433 4070 Mission Road www.genesischurch.tv info@genesischurch.tv Grace Church of Tallahassee 224-9606 731 N. Gadsden St, www.gcot.org Grace Covenant Church International 284-0428/ 575-9700 1560-11 Capital Circle NW www.gracecci.com Pastor@GraceCCI.com Greater Praise Temple of Truth 893-4875 4377-C Crawfordville Road www.greaterpraisetot.com motherlane@embarqmail.com

Love And Faith Community Church 878-4930 1410 East Indian Head Drive www.thelfcc.org New Hope International Outreach Ministries 219-9950 3426 Crawfordville Road www.newhopeiom.com info@newhopeiom.com New Life Deliverance Ministries 574-3400 1133 W. Orange Ave. 243-0075 www.familylobby.com/newlifedeliveranceministries New Life International Outreach Center 386-6129 2633 Hartsfield Road www.newlifetv.com Restoration and Praise Christian Fellowship Center 656-1265 1098 Paul Russell Road www.restorationandpraise.org Restoration Life Church & Outreach Center 656-1219 2302 Jim Lee Road www.restorationlife.net Tallahassee Korean Baptist 942-1018 4225 Crawfordville Rd. www.etkbc.org The Lighthouse Praise and Worship Center 877-5306 3220 Apalachee Parkway #5 www.lmin.org/lpwc_tallahasse__fl lighthousePWC@comcast.net Trinity Community Church 893-5303 2285 Bannerman Road www.trinitytallahassee.com

Greater Works Outreach Ministries 224-8303 2025 S. Adams St. greaterworksoutreachministries@ yahoo.com

True Wisdom New Hope Ministries International Development Center 504-0730 1477 Capital Circle NW twnhmidc@yahoo.com

Hare Krishna Temple 224-3803 1323 Nylic St.

Turning Point International Church 350-0218 6866 Blountstown Highway

International House of Prayer Tallahassee 906-9170 2820 Sharer Road www.ihoptallahassee.org

Woodland Hills Community Church 422-1919 2720 S. Blairstone Road, Units F & G www.woodlandhillstallahassee.com

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Helping organizations & services KIDS & FAMILIES Boys & Girls Clubs of the Big Bend: The four Boys & Girls Clubs of the Big Bend in Leon and Gadsden counties offer safe, affordable, structured afterschool programs for children ages 6-18. 656-8100. www.thepositiveplaceforkids.com. Capital City Youth Services: CCYS is a private, nonprofit organization that operates: Someplace Else (in Tallahassee), an emergency shelter for runaway, homeless, abused and youth in crisis, ages 10 to 17; The Family Place, offering counseling and other services to school-age youth in crisis and their families in Leon County and seven surrounding counties; and Project Safe Place, a national outreach program. 2407 Roberts Ave. Melanie Carty, 576-6000, melanie@ccys.org, www.ccys.org. Children’s Home Society of Florida: Adoption Services, including counseling and services for women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and couples or individuals wishing to adopt. 1801 Miccosukee Commons Drive, www.chsfl.org, 921-0772 Family Learning Center: Center operates under the umbrella of Literacy Volunteers of Leon County Inc. The center offers children and parents one-on-one tutoring 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. 6062960, www.literacyvolunteersleon.org. Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle: Aims to build girls of courage, confidence and character. www.gscfp.org, info@gscfp.org Leon County 4-H: 4-H is a youth program helping youth ages 5-18 develop the skills needed to become productive citizens. 4-H offers clubs, camps and special interest work-

shops. 615 Paul Russell Road. Tracy Tesdall, 606-5200, tesdallt@leoncountyfl.gov, http://leon.ifas.ufl.edu.

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Lutheran Social Services: Aims to develop, fund, implement and administer new programs to address the unmet needs of the low-income residents. 606 W. Fourth Ave., Suite 11; Jim Freeman, 575-4309, www.lssnf. org, Info@lssnf.org.

The Family Tree: The Family Tree is a resource for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people. The group houses a large library, lists of gayfriendly churches and businesses, and GLAAD’s National Gay and Lesbian Directory. Staffed by volunteers. 310 Blount St., Suite 205. 222- 8555, staff@familytreecenter. org, www.familytreecenter.org.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: Provides services nationwide for families and professionals in the prevention of abducted, endangered and sexually exploited children. 24-hour hotline, 800-8435678. www.missingkids.com.

Gentle Shepherd Metropolitan Community Church: MCC, an inclusive, Protestant church, welcomes people of any sexual orientation, and is rooted in the GLBT community. 4738 Thomasville Road. 878-3001, www.gentleshepherdmcc.com.

Tallahassee/Leon County Human Services Center: Support groups for parents and adolescents. 3333 W. Pensacola St., 575-4388.

Safe Zone: This program helps identify allies of GLBT people in the community. Participating businesses, groups and individuals display the Safe Zone symbol (a pink triangle in a green circle). 644-2003, www.safezone.fsu.edu.

Tallahassee 25: Organization of young professionals who help local children. Raises proceeds from annual Bids for the Kids Gala & Silent Auction. www.Tallahassee25.org, info@tallahassee25.org.

LITERACY Capital Area Community Action Agency: Programs include job training and placement, transportation, information and referral and senior services. 309 Office Plaza Drive, 2222043, www.cacaainc.org. Literacy Volunteers of Leon County: Trained volunteers work one-on-one with adults helping them learn how to read and write or speak English. Adult literacy services and English as a second language programs, third floor, Leon County Public Library, 200 W. Park Ave. The organization also provides family literacy programs and parenting classes at the Dr. B.L. Perry

VOLUNTEERS Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of North Florida: A nonprofit organization representing returned Peace Corps volunteers. www.rpcv-nf.org. VolunteerLEON: VolunteerLEON’s mission is to strengthen individuals and organizations through volunteerism. 918 Railroad Ave., 606-1970, www.VolunteerLEON.org. Volunteer Florida: This organization’s mission is that “strengthening Florida’s communities through volunteerism and service� is not just a mission statement; it’s a way of life. 401 S. Munroe St.; Voice/TTY 9215172, www.volunteerflorida.org. Volunteers of the Year Awards Luncheon: The Tallahassee Democrat honors local volunteers nominated by

the public at its Volunteers of the Year Awards Luncheon each April. Nomination forms are available in December and due in March. 5992181, www.tallahassee.com.

WOMEN’S RESOURCES My Sistah’s Keep-Her Women Society: Empowers and uplifts women of color while serving the community. Jasmine Tubig, 8940172, MSK_tet@yahoo.com. Refuge House: Offers domestic violence and sexual assault emergency services, counseling, safety planning and advocacy services. Hotline, emergency shelter and rape crisis response. Call if you are hurt in a relationship or feel you have been sexually assaulted and want to talk. 24-hour hotline, 681-2111; toll free, 800-500-1119.; www.refugehouse. com

OTHER RESOURCES Celebrate Recovery: A God-centered, 12-step program focused on recovery and healing from hurts, hang-ups and habits. Offers programs for the whole family. 2800 Shamrock St. S., 8931116; www.kumcrecovery.org Florida Alliance for Information and Referral Services (FLAIRS): Statewide association of agencies and individuals committed to the provision of quality information, referral and hotline services. www.flairs.org. Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged: Helps disadvantaged people with transportation information. 2740 Centerview Drive, Suite 1A, 4105700; helpline 800-983-2435. www. dot.state.fl.us/ctd/. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD): Aims to stop drunk driving, support its victims and prevent underage drinking. 1018 Thomasville Road, Suite 101. 681-0061, 800-7726233. www.madd.org/fl

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social & Special interest clubs AFFINITY Tallahassee Old Timers Club: Mostly retired professional citizens, interested in the Tallahassee area and its present, past and future. dapfarms@ comcast.net, 599-5464 The Tallahassee Parrothead Club: A not-for-profit organization. Meets for a happy hour at Barnacle Bills on first and third Wednesdays. www.tallahasseeparrotheadclub.com Tallahassee Seminole Club: For alumni and friends of Florida State University. Meetings and activities. www.tallahasseeseminoleclub.com. Tallahassee Social Club: A group of single or married adults who get together for social events. 5412 Touraine Drive.; 878-2286, blairbj@ msn.com U.S.S. Khai Tam: The Tallahassee Chapter of Starfleet the International Star Trek Fan Association.878-3616, www.reddimension.com/khaitam/

CIVIC Citizens For Responsible Government/Tallahassee: Nonpartisan political action group. Works to restore sound fiscal policies and Constitutional principles. http:// citizensforresponsiblegovernment tallahassee.webs.com, stanwillis@ hotmail.com, 491-6449 League of Women Voters of Tallahassee: Nonpartisan political organization encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. Influences public policy through education and advocacy. P.O. Box 10216, 219-9966, lwvtallahassee.org Springtime Tallahassee: An organization dedicated to the promotion of Tallahassee. Sponsors annual spring festival. 209 E. Park Ave., 224-5012, www.springtimetallahassee.com

COLLECTING Tallahassee Stamp & Cover Club: Promotes stamp and cover (envelope) collecting. Offers clinics, workshops, exhibits, free evaluations of collections, prize drawings, auctions and newsletter. 385-1060, www.maf1. com/tscc, drmikef@comcast.net.

to heighten awareness and understanding of Asian cultures. 339-5227, www.asiantlh.org. Caroline Brevard Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution: Monthly luncheon meetings, September through May, at the Ramada Inn, 2900 N. Monroe St. Evelyn Risk, 926-8700 Chabad Lubavitch of the Panhandle: Provide Jewish services to all Jewish people regardless of observance level or affiliation. Adult education, children’s programs, Hebrew school, summer and winter camps, Sabbath and festivals services and programs, woman’s club, Tefilin club and support for Jewish students at FSU, TCC and FAMU. 402 Plantation Road. 523-9294, JewishTallahassee.com, Chanie@JewishTallahassee.com Colonial Dames of the 17th Century: Society of women who trace their ancestors to the founders who settled the 13 original colonies before 1701. Linda Dean Thomas, DeanLindaM@aol.com; http://colonialdames17c.net/ Daughters of the American Revolution: Organization for female descendants of ancestors who served the American cause in the Revolutionary War. www.fldar.org Daughters of the American Revolution, Fort San Luis Chapter: Women who trace their ancestors to those who served the American cause in the American Revolution. http://fssdarchapters.org/fortsanluis/, khollis231@aol.com, 421-9162 Daughters of the American Colonists, Mission San Luis De Apalachee Chapter: Sonja Guthrie, 562-2406. http://fssdarchapters.org/ fortsanluis/, sonja.guthrie@embarqmail.com Daughters of 1812, Treaty of Ghent Chapter: Evelyn Smith, 878-1380; cthompson70@comcast.net, www. usdaughters1812.org/ French Association of Tallahassee: Offers French classes and cultural events. 264-7985, www.aftally.org, san_michaud@aftally.org

Apoyo Network: Support group for the Hispanic community. P.O. Box 20961, 879-2125, www.apoyonetwork.org, info@apoyonetwork.org.

Haitian Cultural Club of Tallahassee: The club is comprised of students and Tallahassee residents who are united in their interest in the culture of Haiti. Meetings and other activities are conducted in English, and all are welcome. (239) 3046871, haitiancc.weebly.com, haitiancc@gmail.com

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Road; DeanLindaM@aol.com, www. egausa.org or www.geocities.com/ nonprof01/SR_EGA/chaps/canopy. html

International Friendship Program: Matches new international students at FSU with people in the community to share friendship and culture. 945 Learning Way; Aleks Nesic, 6454893, http://ic.fsu.edu/culturaledprograms/intlfriendsprogram.cfm, anesic@admin.fsu.edu

Cuppa Critique: For serious writers interested in crafting stories for children. Meets monthly at the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library. 656-8671; annmorrow@comcast.net

Italian-American Club of Tallahassee: Aims to preserve Italian heritage and promote Italian culture. Parties and dinners throughout the year. 878-9738 St. Andrews Society of Tallahassee: Honors contributions made by Scots and Ulster Scots to the foundation and growth of the U.S., Scotland and the world. Members gather several times each year. 386-4953, www. saintandrewtallahassee.org, geoholz14@comcast.net. The Taiwanese American Association of Tallahassee: Encourages members of the local Taiwanese community to interact. Events throughout the year. www.tallytaiwan.org or chair@tallytaiwan.org, 942-6766 or 443-1613 Tallahassee Genealogy Society: Anyone interested in genealogy is invited to join. www.talgen.org Tallahassee Jewish Genealogical Society: Meets quarterly on a Sunday at Temple Israel. Steve Fregger, 3869468, sfregger@msn.com. Tallahassee Tamil Sangam: Aims to bring people together who speak and love Tamil, the South Asian Indian language. Organizes festivals. 2199799, http://sites.google.com/site/tallahasseetamilsangam, tlh.tamil. sangam@gmail.com United Daughters of the Confederacy, Anna Jackson Chapter 224: Historical programs held September through June; monthly meetings. Annette Harrell, acharrell@ windstream.net; www.floridadivisionudc.com

FINE ART, LITERATURE & CRAFTS American Sewing Guild, Tallahassee Chapter: Part of a national non-profit organization whose mission is to advance sewing as an art and life skill. Members meet monthly in Tallahassee and Havana. sewingaroundthebend.org, 576-3678 Canopy Oaks Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America: Membership open to anyone interested in needlework. 901 Thomasville

Magnolia Decorative Painters: Nonprofit organization. Meetings are third Saturdays. Bonnie Fisher, 8934616 or rbfisher1@comcast.net Quilters Unlimited of Tallahassee: Offers learning and enrichment opportunities to anyone interested in quilting. 893-5321; www.quilttallahassee.com; estherd616@comcast. net Seven Hills Handweavers Guild: An informal group of weavers. Main guild meets on second Sunday of each month. 2006 E. Indianhead Drive; 656-6182, 7hillshandweavrs.org, rapweaver@embarqmail.com Tallahassee Polymer Clay Art Guild: Brings together polymer clay artists, crafters and enthusiasts. Meetings are at 1 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month. 410 Vinnedge Ride, 6562887; info@polymerclayart.org; www. polymerclayart.org Tallahassee Writers Association: Offers writers education, connection and encouragement. Meets monthly. 878-2931; www.tallahasseewriters. net; president@tallahasseewriters.net

HISTORY & SCIENCE Center for Inquiry – Tallahassee: Local branch of international organization with mission of fostering a secular society based on science, reason, freedom of inquiry, and humanist values. Monthly public lectures, potluck dinners for members, and other special events. www.centerforinquiry.net/ tally, stilwellg@yahoo.com, 383-8595 Tallahassee Historical Society: Explores Tallahassee and Big Bend history. Special tours and activities. Meetings are third Thursdays, October through May. 656-2629 Tallahassee Trust for Historic Preservation: Organization supporting historic preservation. 423 E. Virginia St., 488-7334, taltrust@comcast.net, www.taltrust.org

GAMING Game Tally: An organization for game players of all ages. Board games, card games, miniature war games, role playing, computer and online gaming, play by email (PBeM). Meetups: Noon to close Saturdays at GameScape in the Tallahassee Mall; 6

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MENTAL PURSUITS Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge Club: Open to public. ACBL-sanctioned games. 222-5797; bridge.doc@ comcast.net.

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Pilot Club of Tallahassee: Part of Pilot International, a worldwide service organization. Group spearheads efforts in the areas of brain disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, and is an active participant in the local community. Sponsors Anchor Clubs in three local schools. 294-1188; www. tallahasseepilot.org.

Tallahassee Mensa: Local chapter of Mensa, the society for those who rejoice in the exercise of the mind. www.tallahassee.us.mensa.org

West Point Society of Tallahassee: A nonprofit fraternal, community-service organization whose members are graduates and friends of the United States Military Academy. http://fl8. westpointaog.com, DavidRich78@ gmail.com, 212-6720

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Big Bend Ghost Trackers: A professional group of paranormal researchers. Investigates reported hauntings in the Big Bend and Southeast. Conducts a Haunted History Walking Tour in Monticello. Betty Davis, 508-8109, www.bigbendghosttrackers.com

PROFESSIONALS Business and Professional Women/ Tallahassee: Part of a national organization that acts as an advocate for working women. Members have opportunities for community service, mentoring and networking. www. bpwtallahassee.com. Tallahassee Network of Young Professionals: A volunteer-driven, community-based organization dedicated to helping make Tallahassee a city where young professionals choose to live, work, play and stay by offering opportunities for young professionals to network, socialize and expand their professional horizons. Hosts a variety of activities. http://tallahasseenyp.org/; (914) 906-2277

SERVICE CLUBS American Legion Post 13: Welcomes veterans of all military services. 2223382, www.legion.org or www.floridalegionpost13.org Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks: A fraternal organization whose mission is to quicken the spirit of American patriotism, to support veterans and youth and to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization by serving the community through benevolent programs. 276 N. Magnolia Drive; 877-1652, www.TallahasseeElks.org Marine Corps League: The Marine Corps League welcomes all former Marines meeting the third Thursday of each month at the VFW post 3308 at 27651/2 W. Tennessee St. 113 Mills Green Canyon Road, Crawfordville; Goerge McKee, 421-4622, mckeeg@ nettally.com.

Tallahassee Apple Computer User Group (T-Apple): Community-based computer resource for users of the Macintosh computer. Meetings are at 7 p.m. on second and fourth Thursdays in classroom A, Challenger Learning Center, 200 S. Duval St. Bob O’Lary, ambassador@tapple.org

WOMEN’S CLUBS GFWC Woman’s Club of Tallahassee: The Woman’s Club offers the opportunity to work with other women in a diverse array of projects to make a difference in the community. 1513 Cristobal Drive, 224-0825; http://womansclub.home. comcast.net Junior League of Tallahassee: A nonprofit organization of women committed to improving the lives of children and families through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. 404 E. Sixth Ave., http:// jltallahassee.org/, jltoffice@jltallahassee.org, 224-9161 Just Us Gals: A group of single and married women who get together for dinner. No dues or obligation required. 539-1683, sunward@bellsouth.net Tallahassee Alumnae Panhellenic Inc.: Holds monthly networking events, annual Scholarship Luncheon. 656-2288, www.tallahasseeaph.org, president@tallahasseeaph.org Tallahassee Christian Women’s Club: A nondenominational Christian women’s club open to all women in the area. Monthly luncheons at the Killearn Country Club. Barbara Duke, 668-1678. www.cwcfl.net. Tallahassee Women’s Newcomers Club: New and long-time residents welcome. www.tallahasseenewcomers.org Women on the Move in Tally: Group of diverse women who come together monthly. (904) 410-6117, www.womenonthemovetally.com.

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helia Sayler says the Tallahassee Senior Center, which opened in 1978, is the town’s “hub of activities for older adults.” No one can dispute her. The center, 1400 N. Monroe St., and its 14 satellite sites offer almost 150 classes a year. More than 4,500 people a month participate in activities including dance and art lessons, book groups, exercise programs, computer classes and support groups. “We offer that really nice blend of health and wellness programs and lifelong learning opportunities,” said Sayler, director of the center. In the fall, the center will offer a “Livelong Living Extravaganza,” a week of more than 30 workshops and field trips. For a small fee, seniors can witness behind-the-scenes activiDEMOCRAT FILES ties such as an archeological dig and talk to professionals about their work. In the spring, the center also offers an 8-week course called “Tallahassee Active Livelong Leaders (TALL).” Each week, participants study aspects of the community including its environment, economics and transportation and housing needs. Monday through Friday, the center offers a salad bar from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For $4 seniors may dine in or carry out a meal. Annual special events include a December Deck the Halls fundraiser, a spring and fall Antiques Show and Sale, and the Annual Silver Stars Awards honoring senior volunteers. The Tallahassee Senior Resource Center, which provides information and referral assistance to seniors, caregivers and professionals, is another service. For more information, call 891-4043. The center is a division of Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs. To learn more, go to www.talgov. com/seniors or call 891-4000.

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Senior resources AARP: National organization that conducts community-service programs such as crime prevention, defensive driving and tax assistance. Offers group health insurance policies, discounts on travel and a motoring plan. Local chapters provide monthly meetings and educational opportunities. Anyone age 50 and older may join. www.aarp.org. AARP Florida Legislative Representative: Legislative advocacy program for state issues affecting Floridians age 50 and over. Lori Parham, Legislative Advocate, 5775180, 200 W. College Ave., Suite 304; 866-595-7678, flaarp@aarp. org, www.aarp.org AARP 55-Alive/Mature Driving Program: The nation’s first and largest classroom driver-improvement course intended to help drivers 50 and older improve their skills while teaching them to avoid accidents and traffic violations. Classes are taught in two, four-hour sessions spanning two days, or one eight-hour class on Saturdays. This class could qualify you for a discount on insurance. For information on Saturday classes, contact Sgt. Steve Gauding, 891-4266 or office manager Terri Chick, 8914261. 888-AARP-NOW. Aging with Dignity: This organization strives to provide practical information, advice and the legal tools necessary to ensure that aging loved ones’ wishes will be respected. (888) 5947437 or 681-2010, www.agingwithdignity.org. American Home Patient: Provides skilled nursing visits, medical social worker visits, physical, speech and occupational therapy and home health aides. Oxygen, wheelchairs, hospital beds, bedside commodes, walkers, canes and other equipment are avail-

able through Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. 1307 N. Monroe St., 222-1723. Alzheimer’s Project Inc.: Volunteers offer respite care and support to people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias and their caregivers. Day respite program is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and a support group for caregivers is 11 a.m. -1 p.m. on second and fourth Fridays at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1700 N. Meridian Road. Newcomers welcome. 301 E. Tharpe St., 3862778, www.alzheimersproject.org. Area Agency on Aging: a nonprofit organization that serves as an aging resource center, Providing information and assistance in linking individuals to resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, Elder Abuse, Health and Wellness, and other programs and services for seniors and their caregivers. 2414 Mahan Drive. aaanf@elderaffairs.org, 800-963-5337 Comfort Keepers: Tailored services available by the hour, day or week. Serving Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson and Gadsden counties. 327 Office Plaza Drive, 402-0051, tallahassee@comfortkeepers.com, www.comfortkeepers.com.

www.fcoa.org. Florida Department of Elder Affairs: This is the primary state agency responsible for administering human services programs for the elderly. Its purpose is to serve elders in all aspects to help them keep their selfsufficiency and self-determination. Programs include SHINE as well as the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which is a statewide, volunteer organization seeking to ensure the health, safety, welfare and rights of long-term care facility residents. The LTCOP program trains and certifies volunteers to respond to the concerns of, and advocate for, individuals in Florida’s nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family care homes. All services are confidential and free. (888) 831-0404, 4040 Esplanade Way, 414-2000, http:\\ elderaffairs.state.fl.us; ombudsman. myflorida.com. Good News Outreach Elder Services: Provides food delivery, transportation to medical facilities, social and religious activities, house repairs, lawn work and counseling to economically disadvantaged elderly persons. 242 Lafayette Circle, 4120016; www.goodnewsoutreach.org. Hopewell Nursing and Living Assistance: Specializing in affordable, in-home health services. 2121H Killearny Way, 386-5552.

Florida Council on Aging: Committed to serving Florida’s diverse aging interests through education, information-sharing and advocacy. 1018 Thomasville Road, Suite 110, 222-8877, moreinfo@fcoa.org,

Interim Home Health Care: Home health services including skilled nursing, home health aides, physical herapists and companion/homemakers. 1962-B Village Green Way, 4222044. www.interimhealthcare.com/ tallahassee.

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Home Instead Senior Care: Provides companionship and home helper services. 2528-2 Barrington Circle, 2971897.

Leon Wakulla Retired Educators’ Association: A local professional organization open to anyone interested in the promotion of public education. As professionals, members work together to develop individual interests, volunteer in the community, provide emotional and educational support for members and provide scholarships to students majoring in education. LWREA meets the first Tuesday of each month on the second floor of Envision Credit Union. www. LWREA.com. LocalSeniorDiscounts.com: This website serves as a resource for

seniors, publicizing special offers from merchants, plus local events and senior-specific information. www. LocalSeniorDiscounts.com, localseniordiscounts@gmail.com The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at FSU: Activities for the fun of learning — including courses, field trips, guest speakers, and social and cultural activities for mature learners. 636 W. Call St. — the Claude Pepper Center. 644-7947, www.pepperinstitute.org/olliatfsu/; cby06@fsu.edu. Senior Life Resources Center: A faith-based ministry of the Capital City Christian Church that offers lectures, classes, concerts, community service, trips, fellowship, arts and crafts festival, art show, retreats and more. 6115 Mahan Drive, 877-7315, www.seniorlrc.org.. Social Security Administration: Office hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building B, Suite B12, 942-8978, 800-772-1213, or 800-325-0778 TDD, www.socialsecurity.gov. Talkug Computer Group: Very informal, small, round-table group in which each participant gets to tell current computer problems and the rest of the group try to help solve the problems. Meets at Senior Center, North Monroe Street and Seventh Avenue. 222-3091. Tallahassee Memory Disorder Clinic: Free public screenings, diagnosis, care plans plus caregiver training for memory disorders. Professional Office Building, Suite 504, Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, 1401 Centerville Road, 431-5001. TMH Adult Day Care Services: Services include: nursing care, social activities, recreation and rehabilitation services. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. 2039 N. Monroe St, 531- 0712, www.tmh.org. Tallahassee Old Timers Club: Primarily for retirees interested in what’s going on in Tallahassee. Ole Times Country Buffet, 1701 N. Monroe St. Meetings are at 11 a.m. third Mondays. Don Pumphrey Sr., 385-2290. Tallahassee YMCA: Three locations provide opportunities for seniors to continue to improve their spirit, mind and body through social activities and fitness programming, including senior fitness classes and water aerobics. www.tallahasseeymca.org.

The Able Trust/The Florida Governor’s Alliance for Employment of Citizens With Disabilities: Supports on-the-job coaching, supported employment, job skills training, job development, employer outreach, ADA facility compliance, skills evaluation and programs leading to employment. 224-4493, Voice/TDD (888) 838-ABLE, www.abletrust.org. Agency for Persons with Disabilities: Assists in provision of specialized services such as therapy, supported employment and living, respite care and adult transition programs for people with developmental disabilities. 2639 N. Monroe St., Suite B-100; Lynne Daw, 487-1992, www. apd.myflorida.com. Association for Retarded Citizens of Florida: Advocacy organization for rights and freedoms of people with developmental disabilities. 2898 Mahan Drive, Suite 1, 921-0460, www.ARCFlorida.org. Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities: A nonprofit organization providing protection and advocacy services. 2728 Centerview Drive, Suite 102, TDD 800-346-4127, Toll free 800-342-0823, www.advocacycenter.org. Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at FSU: Provides services to autistic individuals and their families as well as technical assistance, training programs and public education. 625-B N. Adams St., 644-4367, http:\\autism.fsu.edu. Challenger Sports: A program that provides school-age children with mental and/or physical disabilities an opportunity to participate in team sports. Activities are structured to their abilities, and rules are modified to ensure participation. Lisa Shealy, 668-9428, sports-4specialkids@ comcast.net, www.eteamz.com/challenger/index.cfm. Children’s Medical Services: Offers medical services for children from birth to age 21 with special healthcare needs whose conditions require extensive preventive and maintenance care. 2390 Phillips Road, local office, 487-2604, www.doh.state.fl.us/alternatesites/cms-kids/ . Dick Howser Center for Childhood Services: Offers services for children from birth to 5 years including child care, educational services and early intervention. Also offers a summer camp program for children up to age

10. Children with special needs receive physical, occupational, speech and audiological therapy. 240 Mabry St., www.marketmedomains.com/ dickhowser/. Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology: FAAST serves Floridians with disabilities to ensure that they continue to benefit from assistive technology. 487-3278, 3333 W. Pensacola St., Building 100 Suite 140, www.faast.org. The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Inc.: Helps coordinate federal, state and local agencies providing assistance to people with developmental disabilities and their families. 124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203, 488-4180, TDD 888-4888633, www.fddc.org. Florida Blind Services: Organization dedicated to helping the visually impaired. 1320 Executive Center Drive, Room 201, toll free 800-6727038. http://dbs.myflorida.com/. Services for blind or visually impaired FSU students, contact Ana Saint-Fort, 245-0370. The Florida Disabled Outdoors Association: Provides information and education about the therapeutic value of recreation, promoting participation in leisure activities, developing accessible outdoor facilities and programs and advocating for inclusion in sports, recreation and leisure opportunities. 2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205; David Jones, 201-2944, www.fdoa.org. Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation: Aims to to enable individuals with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment. 2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building A, 2453399, Voice/TDD 800-451-4327, www.rehabworks.org. Florida Independent Living Council Inc.: Promotes independent living opportunities for persons with disabilities. 1416 N. Adams St., 488-5624, Voice/TDD (877) 822-1993, www. flailc.org. Florida Telecommunications Relay Inc.: A nonprofit organization providing specialized telecommunications equipment for residents who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf/blind, or speech impaired. 1820 E. Park Ave., Suite 101; Voice 800-222-3448, TTY (888) 447-5620, www.ftri.org. Goodwill Industries — Big Bend, Inc.: Offers job training and placement assistance to anyone needing

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help finding a job, especially people with disabilities. Also offers accessible/affordable apartment complexes for people with disabilities and elderly individuals. For the general public, Goodwill supplies free computer training and GED preparation. 300 Mabry St., 576-7145, www.goodwillbigbend. com; blochore@goodwillbigbend.com. Leon Advocacy and Resource Center Inc.: Provides vocational services, referrals, community activities and residential services for people with disabilities. 1949 Commonwealth Lane, 422-0355, www.leonarc.com. Lighthouse of the Big Bend: The Lighthouse of the Big Bend is a nonprofit agency dedicated to guiding people through vision loss and assisting them in their pursuit of independence. Free services are provided on an outreach (one on one) or group basis and are provided without charge to any child up to age 5 or individual age 14 to 114+ who is legally blind and lives in the following counties: Franklin, Gadsden, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor and Wakulla. 3071 Highland Oaks Terr.; 942-3658; toll-free, (888) 827-6033; http://www.lighthousebigbend.org; info@lighthousebigbend.org. Partner in Communication: Provides sign-language interpreters for medical and legal services. 1262 Paul Russell Road.; 942-6882, e-mail requestpic@earthlink.net. Pyramid Inc.: A private, nonprofit organization providing training to adults with developmental disabilities. Two centers teach life, social and vocational skills through visual and performance arts. 1770 Thomasville Road, 671-1690; Sharon Daugherty, 513-1733, www.pyramidinc.org. Resources for Human Development: Residential and occupational placement for disabled adults. 1346 Vickers Road, rhdtally@comcast.net, www.rhd.org. Respect of Florida: Provides Florida agencies with products and services produced by the disabled and helps employ those with disabilities. 2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205. 4871471, www.respectofflorida.org. Special Olympics – Leon County: Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition locally and around the state in a variety of sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The organization does not charge athletes or parents fees to participate. 317 E. Call St.; 5979265; www.sofl-leon.org.

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Sunrise Community Inc.: A private, nonprofit organization that seeks to provide people with developmental disabilities assistance and support. Services include foster care, supported living and respite.1830 Buford Court, 922- 5630 www.sunrisegroup. org. Tallahassee Autism Support Coalition: Unincorporated nonprofit membership association providing support and social programs for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, their families, friends and the community. 110 N. Adams St., 4120141; www.tasc-connect.org; jarlkjackson@yahoo.com. Tallahassee Developmental Center: Provides care for the developmentally disabled. 455 Appleyard Drive, 5750619. Workshop for Adult Vocational Enhancement: A nonprofit organization comprised of parents and educators dedicated to empowering adults with developmental disabilities by providing employment opportunities and social support. WAVE provides social activities for people ages 13 and older with developmental disabilities. A calendar of activities is on the Web site. 2800 W. Tennessee St., 412-9279, www.waveonline.org.

SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Leon County Schools Exceptional Student Education: Specialized, educational services for infants, children and adults with exceptional needs as defined by Florida: autistic, deaf/hard of hearing, developmentally delayed (pre-K), dual sensory impaired (deafblind), emotionally handicapped, gifted, homebound or hospitalized, mentally handicapped, physically impaired, specific learning disabilities, speech or language impaired and visually impaired. 2757 W. Pensacola St., 487-7158, www.ese.leon.k12. fl.us. FSU Regional Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Consulting Center: Assessment of school-age children suspected of having learning disabilities. FSU, William Johnston Building, suite 104; 644-2222. Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources Systems: A network of centers providing support services to educators, parents and other professionals working with exceptional students. 3955 W. Pensacola St., 4872630; fdlrs1@mail.leon.k12.fl.us, www.fdlrs.leon.k12.fl.us/.

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In Leon County, the public sector employs more people than any other job category, as shown by these numbers from the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County. The area’s largest employers rank as follows:

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Tallahassee Primary Care Associates 200 Aderant 200 First American Title Company 200 HealthSouth 178 Infinity Software Development 175 Danfoss Turbocor 171 Tandem GT Technologies 163 Tandem Health Care Inc 160

The Zimmerman Agency 148

FBMC Fringe Benefit Management 325

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components. The 208-acre Innovation Park is home to 30 university, government and privatesector tenants, as well as a small-business incubator program. Scientists and engineers at the park develop the latest in advanced composite materials for use in various industries. Others are involved in the development of new power systems, hydrogen fuel cells and manufacturing of high-performance compressors for air-conditioning applications.

Tallahassee Democrat Inc. 206

Tallahassee Community College 718

Capital Health Plan 425

expanding and where skilled personnel are critical. And while the local economy shakes off the effects of the recession, there are signs on the horizon that the Tallahassee area has several factors in its favor, including emerging technology, an expanding healthcare industry and aggressive efforts to direct workers into new occupations. Local manufacturers make everything from engine parts to building products. Others develop software, power-generation components and electronic

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Miracle Hill Nursing & Convalescent 140 Akerman Senterfitt & Edison 130 Champion Chevrolet 130 Proctor Dealerships 130 PBS&J - Atkins 126 Culpepper Construction 123

Big Bend Hospice Inc. 275

Teligent EMS 120

The Florida Bar 265

Maclay School 119

General Dynamics Land Systems 250

Radiology Associates of Tallahassee 117

Employment agencies American Employment Agency Inc. 119 E. Georgia St. 222-6673

Kelly Services 1891 Capital Circle N.E 297-2040

Able Body Labor 1901 N. Monroe St. 386-2052

Labor Finders 520 W. Brevard St. 222-7378

Adecco Employment Services 716 N. Calhoun St. 561-8715

Manpower 2417 Mill Creek Court 386-8150

Aerotek 1820 E. Park Ave. 219-4700

Remedy Intelligent Staffing 1550 Village Square Blvd. 523-0005

American Labor 509 Saint Francis St. 222-2030

Workforce Plus 2525 S. Monroe St. 413-0315

Cardinal Services 930 Thomasville Road 513-3000

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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 1,214

Capital City Bank Group 450

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ith two colleges of business at our local universities, two active Chambers of Commerce and several additional sources of support and training, a budding entrepreneur has plenty of support available in Tallahassee. While more than a third of the area’s work force is employed by government, Tallahassee is a small-business town, and local leaders know how important those companies are. In fact, Tallahassee is home to more than 9,600 businesses, the majority of them small ones; 9,330 employ fewer than 100 individuals, and 7,000 have less than 10 employees. The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and the Capital City Chamber of Commerce both see small business outreach as their primary mission. Both sponsor various functions and workshops to provide the basics of business ownership and how to succeed. Other local resources, among them the Lively Technical Center, Tallahassee Community College and Workforce Plus, are actively engaged in training individuals for entry into industries that are

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Regions Bank n 2000 Capital Circle N.E., 734-4667 n 201 S. Monroe St., 734-4667 n 2266 N. Monroe St., 734-4667 n 3516 Thomasville Road, 734-4667 n 3621 Apalachee Parkway, 7344667 Sun Trust Bank n 1401 Miccosukee Road, 907-5031 n 104 N. Woodward Ave., 561-9170 n 4021 Lagniappe Way, 786-8787 n 3522 Thomasville Road, 9075225** n 2051 Thomasville Road, 298-1577 n 215 S. Monroe St., 425-6724 n 2727 Apalachee Parkway, 8784397 n 3535 Apalachee Parkway, 6712652 n 3575 Blair Stone Road, 325-2078 n 6779 Thomasville Road, 894-0222 Sunshine Savings Bank n 1400 E. Park Ave., 219-7200 n 3534-A Thomasville Road, 2197427 n 1700 N. Monroe St., 219-7229 Superior Bank n 1276 Metropolitan Blvd., 668-3563 n 2721 Capital Circle N.E., 385-3221 Tallahassee State Bank n 3471 Thomasville Road, 576-1182 n 601 N. Monroe St., 576-1182 n 1868 Capital Circle NE, 567-1182 n 2720 W. Tennessee St., 576-1182 Wells Fargo Bank n 1201 N. Monroe St., 425-2500 n 150 S. Monroe St., 681-2880 n 1701 W. Tharpe St., 425-2530 n 3121 Mahan Drive, 425-6035 n 3400 S. Monroe St., 425-2503 n 3529 Thomasville Road, 425-6030 n 3652 Coolidge Court, 656-5466 n 3471 Thomasville Road, 576-1182 n 1997 Capital Circle NE., 668-4035 Wakulla Bank n 2101 Capital Circle N.E., 386-2222 n 2906 Kerry Forest Parkway, 8948400

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2780 W. Tennessee St., 386-2225 3110 Capital Circle N.E., 386-2225 3615 Apalachee Parkway, 3862225 n 6529 Thomasville Road, 386-2225

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First Florida Credit Union n 2521 S. Blair Stone Road, 4883852 n 1661 Raymond Diehl Road, 9227855

The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce is a 1,600-member organization committed to creating a better community in which to live and work. Its members represent virtually every business category, all products and services, start-ups and multigenerational ownership, million-dollar profits and month-to-month payrolls. The Chamber offers members a variety of benefits that include businesspromotion opportunities, professional development, business resources, community development and a host of programs to make sure everyone has the chance to be involved. 115 N. Calhoun St., 224-8116. www.tal chamber.com. Here is an overview of the Chamber’s programs:

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Florida A&M University: Federal Credit Union n 1610 S. Monroe St., 222-4541 Florida Commerce Credit Union n 2330 Mahan Drive, 488-0035 n 1741 Old St. Augustine Road, 9220035 n 1460 Capital Circle N.W., 9220035 n 6725 Thomasville Road, 488-0035 Florida Rural Electric Credit Union n 2916 Apalachee Parkway, 8776168 Florida State University Credit Union n 3534 Thomasville Road, 224-4960 n 2806 Sharer Road, 224-4960 n 832 W. St. Augustine St., 2244960 n 1612 Capital Circle N.E., 224-4960 Score Federal Credit Union n 1447 Mahan Drive, 488-1015 n 5050 W. Tennessee St. n 3218 N. Monroe St., 562-6702 Southeast Corporate Credit Union n 3692 Coolidge Court, 701-4000 State Employees Credit Union n 2711 Blair Stone Road, 488-5387 n 2770 Capital Circle S.E., 488-5387 Tallahassee-Leon Federal Credit Union n 1827 Capital Circle NE, 576-8134

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DIVISIONAL PROGRAMS Access Tallahassee: Connects and engages emerging young professionals, ages 21 to 40, in programs designed to help them build business relationships, develop personally and professionally, and contribute to the economic development and quality of life in the Capital region. www. accesstallahassee.com

Find the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, better known as just the Chamber, downtown at 115 N. Calhoun St.

Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County Inc.: The council’s mission is to enhance the local quality of life by promoting the attraction, creation and preservation of quality jobs, companies and investment opportunities through business expansion, recruitment and retention activities. www.beapartofoursecret. com Leadership Tallahassee: A program designed to provide a foundation for a lifelong commitment to effective leadership by educating and challenging emerging and existing community leaders on key issues. www.leader shiptallahassee.com WorldClass Schools of Leon County Inc.: An alliance between the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and Leon County Schools. www.wcs leon.com

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Lunch and Learn Series with the Jim Moran Institute: A powerful free monthly lunch workshop for small business owners who are also Chamber members. One-on-One Sessions: This service offers confidential, free, one-hour consultations with Dr. Betty Presnell, associate director of the Jim Moran

Professional Development Series: The Chamber’s Professional Development Series is free training through Tallahassee Community College and sponsored by Workforce Plus. Chamber members and their employees receive free training online and in the classroom. Courses cover a multitude of subjects from MS Word and Excel to management-skills training including time management.

To learn more For more information on Chamber programs, visit the organization’s website at www.talchamber.com or call 224-8116.

Business After Hours: One of Tallahassee’s most popular programs, Business After Hours is hosted by Chamber members and the Chamber, gathering more than 250 Chamber members, other business people and community leaders to make valuable contacts. Business After Hours is held nine times a year. Business Nuts & Bolts: With a slogan of “Breakfast, networking and solid advice,� this program provides a jam-packed agenda including a business card exchange, new member acknowledgement and dynamic speakers. Held every other month at the Civic Center. Professional Women’s Forum: This informative luncheon is held every other month and brings together more than 250 attendees where topics such as health, legal, financial and current events are discussed. Leads Groups: Individual groups of Chamber members (with each participant from a different industry) who meet on a weekly basis to help each other grow their businesses. The average group size is 30.

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BUSINESS RESOURCES American Society for Public Administration, North Florida Chapter: Organization for publicadministration professionals, both academics and practitioners. Dale Weeks, 414-7855, www.aspanet.org. American Public Works Association, Big Bend Branch: A professional organization made up of public works employees and officials. Main goal is to educate the public. Meetings are third Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Golden Corral, 1630 N. Monroe St., 606-1540, www.apwabigbend.net. Association for Women in Communications: Open to people working in or studying communications disciplines; champions the advancement of women in communications. www.womcom.org. Big Bend Society for Human Resource Management (BBSHRM): Organization’s mission is to further the professional growth and development of members and to provide them with a forum. Stephen Harrison, president@bigbendshrm.org, 2282904; www.bbshrm.org. Capital City Chamber of Commerce: The Chamber’s mission is to help member businesses succeed in the marketplace. The Chamber works to expand the local economy by attracting new jobs and creating economic opportunities. 1602 S. Monroe St., 224-0152, info@capitalcitychamber. com; www.capital citychamber.com. Downtown Improvement Authority: Hosts Tallahassee’s premier open air market every Saturday, March through November. Also working on the Downtown Connectivity Plan to transform downtown into an 18-hour

walkable community. 106 E. Jefferson Street, 3rd Floor, 224-3252, www.tallahasseedowntown.com. Downtown Merchants & Business Association: This group focuses on all aspects of downtown community life. The association covers a wide area from Gaines Street to Georgia Street and from the FSU Campus to Franklin Boulevard 110 S. Monroe St, 385-8881. FAMU Small Business Development Center: Provides free or low-cost educational programs for small businesses. Morgan Building, Ste. 130, 2035 E. Paul Dirac Drive, 599-3407, www.sbdcatfamu.org. Florida Chamber of Commerce: Florida’s largest federation of businesses, chambers of commerce and business associations. This group serves as the lobbying and political arm for the statewide business community. 136 S. Bronough St., 5211200, www.floridachamber.com. Florida Public Interest Foundation: Support organization for nonprofit groups, providing training, coaching, capacity building and other organizational services. Sponsor of educational programs on public-interest topics. 997-2837, www.forthepublic.org. The Global Ambassador Program: This group makes it possible for organizations to meet international students and scholars from more than 100 countries. Requests for speakers are filled throughout the year. Request a speaker on line via the Web site by clicking on Campus and Community Programs. International Center, 6441324; www.ic.fsu.edu. Locally Owned Tallahassee: Locally Owned Tallahassee is a collective of

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licensed independently owned businesses and community organizations. The group’s purpose is to promote and sustain a vibrant and unique Tallahassee community. 607 McDonnell Drive. 224-6666, www. locallyownedtallahassee.com. Jim Moran Institute of Global Entrepreneurship at Florida State University: An institute within the FSU College of Business formed to help entrepreneurs succeed by offering educational assistance and information at no charge. 644-3372, www.cob.fsu.edu/jmi/. Mom’s Time Out: Organized by local moms-in-business who want to help promote each other. momstimeouttallahassee.com National Association of Investors Corporation (NAIC), Big Bend Chapter: BetterInvesting is an independent, nonprofit, member-driven organization committed to teaching individuals how to become successful strategic long-term investors. BetterInvesting makes no stock recommendations and receives no commissions or fees from member investing activities. Brian Fitzgerald, 2240595, bfitz@nettally.com, betterinvesting.net. National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) Leon-Gadsden Chapter 2023: Members are current federal employees and retirees. The mission is to preserve earned retirement benefits. The chapter functions as a support group for members and contributes to Alzheimer’s research. 3436 Cherokee Ridge Trail. Reuben Plachy, 8945815; reuben.plachy@att.net. NorthEast Business Association: Deals with political and business issues that affect small businesses. 2791 Capital Circle N.E., www. nebusiness.org, rotag1@comcast.net, 385-9084 Office of Supplier Diversity, DMS: The OSD is responsible for measuring the state’s success as it relates to minority spending, matchmaking viable-growth-oriented minority businesses with purchasing/contract opportunities, investigating complaints of discrimination and enhancing minority business development. Florida Department of Management Services, 4050 Esplanade Way, Suite 380, 488-2786; www.osd.dms.state. fl.us.

PMI Tallahassee: Tallahassee Chapter of the Project Management Institute promotes professional project-management practices and education. P.O. Box 15511, www.pmitlh. org Tallahassee Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau: Promotes local tourism. 106 E. Jefferson St., 6282866, (800) 626-2866, www.seetallahassee.com. Tallahassee Society of Association Executives (TSAE): Local group composed of executives and staff from various associations. 561-6124, www.tallysae.org. Tallahassee Technology Alliance: The TalTech Alliance is a not-for-profit association of businesses, academic centers, entrepreneurs and individuals invested in promoting technologybased entrepreneurship, business expansion and innovation in the capital region. It has 250 members representing more than 75 area technology-based companies, institutions and organizations. TalTech is the recognized technology roundtable of the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County. 383-8237. www.taltech.org; admin@taltech.org The Tallahassee Community College-Division of Economic & Workforce Development: Dedicated to providing quality services and promoting economic and work force development, the college assists companies relocating to this region. 444 Appleyard Drive, 201-8760; www.tcc.fl.edu/about_tcc/eco nomic_ workforce_development. Urban Tallahassee: This website provides up-to-date information on Tallahassee’s growth and development. The site tracks all major construction projects in and around the Tallahassee area, provides news updates and links to local resources, special reports and more. www. urbantallahassee.com. Working Well: A nonprofit whose goal is to teach employers to design and deliver wellness programs to employees. Working Well holds monthly meetings to educate company wellness teams on different ways to bring wellness to their workplace as well as to provide them with local resources (most free) to include in their programs. 1819 Atlantis Place, 509-1953; www.workingwellonline. com

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Sports & recreation In this section

Little runners make a 40yard dash as part of the Summer Track Series, cosponsored by the Gulf Winds Track Club and Tallahassee Parks and Recreation, at Maclay School in June 2011.

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ne thing you’ll learn quickly in this town is that folks take sports seriously. Very seriously. From the college teams at Florida State, Florida A&M and Tallahassee Community College to the high school campuses, sports fans in Tallahassee are swamped with quality options. But this area’s sports scene is geared for more than spectators. This is a community that prides itself on participation sports — and the list of options is endless. Runners, triathletes, hikers and cyclists spend much of their free time exploring the dozens of trails in the

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area. The options are so plentiful that the term “Trail-ahassee� was coined, and the area has become an ideal environment for international competitors who arrive each fall to train. The options for tennis and golf are just as numerous. Dozens of rivers, lakes, streams and ponds — not to mention the Gulf of Mexico — provide opportunities for paddle sports, boating, sailing, fishing and anything else that’s wet. And the kids in this area have opportunities in every sport possible. Travel teams, club teams, city leagues, rec leagues — there is no shortage of sporting opportunities for the kids. We couldn’t possibly list everything in this space, but

you’ll find it all in the Calendars section on Tallahassee.com. And as you settle into the area, you will quickly learn that there is something for everyone. Welcome to the neighborhood.

Associate editor Jim Lamar’s first byline in the Tallahassee Democrat appeared in 1986. He’s been in and out of circulation ever since. What he

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The big teams

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lorida State University boasts an intercollegiate athletics program that placed ninth in the 2010-2011 Directors’ Cup competition that measures postseason successes in all sports. For two straight years now, FSU has seen each of its 19 sports teams advance to NCAA postseason competition — a first in school history. It is believed that FSU is the only school in the country that can make that claim the last two years. FSU placed fifth in the 2009-2010 Directors’ Cup. Seminole student-athletes have gained international recognition for their accomplishments in combining world-class competitive athletics, academic performance and dedication to community service. Florida State’s athletics programs have won 14 national championships since the university became co-educational and started intercollegiate competition in 1947. The Seminole football program is perhaps the most highly visible component of the athletics department. Under legendary head coach Bobby Bowden, FSU won national titles in 1993 and 1999. Second-year head coach Jimbo Fisher led the program to a 10-win season and a Chick-fil-A Bowl vic-

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The Rattlers Online For more information on FSU’s teams, go to nolesports.com.

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From top, Kendall Smith grabs an interception away from South Carolina’s D.L. Moore, a happy Coach Jimbo Fisher and a pair of Seminoles fans.

tory in 2010. FSU star quarterbacks Charlie Ward (1993) and Chris Weinke (2000) both won the prestigious Heisman Trophy while playing for the Seminoles. In a recent Wall St. Journal article, Florida State was rated the No. 1 school for producing successful NFL players. The program has had more than 100 players drafted to the NFL since 1993, more than any

other school. It’s not just football where the Seminoles have earned national, and even international, recognition. Former FSU track star Walter Dix won two bronze medals in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Former FSU baseball star Buster Posey was the National League Rookie of the Year in 2010 and led the San Francisco Giants to the World Series championship. The Seminoles have sent women’s soccer players to international competitions representing Team USA. In 2010, men’s basketball star Chris Singleton was one of just a dozen college players selected to practice against and prepare Team USA for major international competitions.

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lorida A&M University fields athletics teams in 15 sports, highlighted by its traditionrich football program, a national power among historically black colleges and universities. The Rattlers have a long list of players who tasted success at the highest level, including legendary running back Willie Galimore and Olympic gold medalist and NFL receiver Bob Hayes. The Golden Age of FAMU football was 1945-69 under the direction of Hall of Fame coach Jake Gaither, who won seven national titles and produced 42 professional football players during a 25-year span. Gaither’s footprints are preserved all over the campus. The Rattlers, under head coach Rudy Hubbard, won the inaugural Division I-AA championship in 1978. One of Florida A&M’s most heralded athletes was the late Althea Gibson, who

came to Tallahassee on a tennis and basketball scholarship and also would dominate in golf. Gibson was the first African-American to win both the Wimbledon and U.S. Open tennis tournaments. She later broke the color barrier in women’s professional golf. FAMU’s athletic teams have brought home 13 national championships and more than 160 conference crowns since 1938. The latest conference championship was won by the football team, which tied for MEAC honors in 2010. The Rattlers also boast one of the nation’s top volleyball programs, which at one point won more than 100 consecutive MEAC matches. The men’s basketball team four years ago won the conference championship and advanced to the NCAA Tournament.

Online For more information on FAMU’s teams, go to rattlernews. com.

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Community centers & sports programs City of Tallahassee centers & programs COMMUNITY CENTERS The city of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Affairs Department has six multi-purpose community centers and one specialty arts and crafts center. The community centers offer classes for youth and adults including karate, aerobics, “trimnastics,� dance, cooking, and arts and crafts. Community meetings and social functions can be scheduled at these facilities. Jack McLean, Lawrence Gregory and Walker Ford also have adjacent pool facilities. Picnic facilities and playgrounds are also adjacent.

Jake Gaither Community Center: Playground, gymnasium, tennis courts, picnic area and ballfields. 801 Tanner Drive, 891-3940. Lawrence Gregory Community Center: Gymnasium and playground. 1115 Dade St., 891-3910. Robinson Trueblood Aquatics facility adjacent (891-3911). LeVerne F. Payne Community Center: Playground, tennis courts adjacent. 450 W. Fourth Ave.,8913930 Sue Herndon McCollum Community Center (Lafayette Park): Playground, picnic facilities, gymnasium. 501 Ingleside Ave., 891-3946. Walker Ford Community Center: Gymnasium, playground. 2301 Pasco St., 891-3970. Pool adjacent (8913973).

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cate and whatever applicable fees are for the given sport. For information about both youth and adult city programs, including registration sites, call the Information Hot Line or check out the Tallahassee Democrat sports section. Information and registration also available at www.talgov.com. Call 891-3866 for late registration questions.

Forestmeadows Parks & Athletic Center: Nineteen lighted tennis courts (13 clay and 6 hard), tennis backboards, 3 indoor racquetball courts, 1 indoor squash court, 2 weight rooms, locker rooms. Play available only during supervised hours. 4750 N. Meridian Road, 891-3920.

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Tom Brown Park Tennis Center: Twelve lighted hard courts, 12 outdoor racquetball courts. Free walk-in play during unsupervised hours. 501 Easterwood Drive, 891-3966.

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Lafayette Arts and Crafts Center: Offers a variety of arts and crafts classes, ceramics, painting, etc. Summer arts and crafts camps for children are also available at this site. 501 Ingleside Ave., 891-3945.

AQUATICS The Levy Park, Forestmeadows, Walker Ford, Robinson Trueblood (at Lawrence Gregory Community Center at Dade Street), and Jack McLean Aquatics Center pools are open seasonally, and the Wade Wehunt Pool (at Myers Park) and the Trousdell Aquatic Center are open year-round. Pool programs and hours differ at each location. Swim lessons for all ages, as well as Junior Lifeguard Training, are offered seasonally. To learn more, visit www.talgov.com.

Robinson Trueblood Pool: 1115 Dade St., 891-3911.

Forestmeadows Pool: 4750 N. Meridian Road, 891-3922.

Trousdell Aquatics Center: 298 John Knox Road, 891-4901.

Jack McLean Aquatics Center: 700 Paul Russell Road, 891-2500.

Wade Wehunt Pool: 907 Myers Park Drive, 891-3985.

Levy Pool: 625 W. Tharpe St., 8913950.

Walker Ford Pool: 2301 Pasco St., 891-3973.

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Kids and grownups enjoy a July afternoon at Trousdell Aquatics Center, at top. Above, young softball players find plenty of space for the sport at local parks.

Instructional Programs: The city of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Affairs Department offers recreational tennis instruction to players from tiny tot to adults of various levels of ability. Certified professionals introduce the adult beginner to the basics of playing tennis with proper warm-up techniques, hand-eye coordination drills, and basic strokes (forehand, backhand, serve, and volley). Tiny tots begin at four years old with basic hand-eye coordination skills and juniors progress through beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate levels before moving into more competitive programs. Junior recreational classes are offered in the afternoons at Forestmeadows, Winthrop Park, Tom Brown Park and the Fourth Avenue and Walker-Ford Community Centers. Tournament training is available for juniors and advanced drills and matched strategy for adults. Private and semi-private tennis lessons are

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also available upon request. Summer tennis camps are provided for youth ages 6 to 14 years old. Offered at both Forestmeadows and Winthrop Park and supervised by USPTA or USPTR certified instructors, the camps emphasize stroke fundamentals, tennis rules, etiquette, and fun games. Each session features a camp tournament. For more information, call the Tennis Division at 891-3920.

Winthrop Park Tennis Center: Six lighted hard courts, 2 outdoor racquetball courts, Free walk-in play during unsupervised hours. 1601 Mitchell Ave., 891-3980.

The Palmer Munroe Teen Center is Tallahassee’s first facility designed as a safe and enriching center specifically for local teens. It includes rooms for teens to study and do homework, develop computer and related business skills, engage in recreation and cultural endeavors including music, dance and fine art and, in general, help them mature as they grow through their teenage years. The center will also host a Community Connections program to provide atrisk teens with an opportunity to develop the critical skills necessary to connect to the community at large. 1900 Jackson Bluff Road, 891-2568 Jack L. McLean, Jr. Community Center: Picnic shelters, tennis court, ball fields, playground. 700 Paul Russell Road, 891-2505. Aquatics facility adjacent (891-2500).

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The Mike Blankenship Skate Park (Messer Park): The park is a stateof-the art, 26,000 square foot facility designed to provide maximum enjoyment and challenge to all who utilize it. It boasts a 5-foot deep pool with a roll down to 9 feet. Operates from sunrise to midnight. 2730 Jackson Bluff Road (Jackson Bluff Road and Dupree Street).

GYMNASTICS The Trousdell Gymnastic Center: The City of Tallahassee provides gymnastic classes for all ages and ability levels at the Trousdell Gymnastic Center, “Home of the Tallahassee Tumbling Tots�. Recreational classes and competitive programs are available in dance and aerobics, and other classes are also offered. Class registration for the general public takes place in August, December and May. 326 John Knox Road, 891-4908.

YOUTH/ADULT SPORTS The city of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Affairs Department offers cheerleading, girls volleyball, baseball (Dizzy Dean and Cal Ripken), basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, tackle football and track. Adult sports include basketball, flag football, softball and volleyball. Parents signing up kids for the youth programs should bring a birth certifi-

Tallahassee Babe Ruth Baseball is a nonprofit organization that administers and promotes amateur baseball for youth ages 13 to 15 in Leon County. It is affiliated nationally with Babe Ruth League Inc., the largest youth baseball organization in the world. The Tallahassee-Leon County Babe Ruth organization is the established “advanced league� play structure, with open try-outs and evaluations to fill 52 13-year-old positions each year. To learn more, visit www. tallybaseball.com, call 422-1205 or e-mail tallybaberuth@gmail.com.

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Leon County centers & programs COMMUNITY CENTERS Dorothy Cooper Spence Community Center (Chaires): 4768 Chaires Cross Road, 656-2162. Bradfordville Community Center: 3439 Bannerman Road, 668-1429. Fort Braden Community Center: 16387 Blountstown Highway, 5741027.

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sports offered Leon County offers the following sports: Pop Warner football, tackle football; cheerleading, soccer, Little League baseball; Little League softball.

BACKGROUND CHECKS All coaches and volunteers participating in Leon County youth sports programs are required to undergo a local law enforcement assisted background check. For more information on how you may become involved in youth sports programs, please call 6061470.

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parks & trails National forest The 571,000-acre Apalachicola National Forest, the largest national forest in Florida, lies just southwest of Tallahassee. Richly diverse, it is a landscape of ephemeral ponds, pitcher-plant bogs, endangered and threatened plant and animal species, and sensitive cultural sites that could yield valuable insights about our ancestors. In descending order of forest land area, it is located in Liberty, Wakulla, Leon and Franklin counties. It contains two Wilderness Areas, Bradwell Bay and Mudswamp/New River, and several special-purpose areas such as the Camel Lake Recreation Area, Fort Gadsden Historical Site, Leon Sinks Geological Area, Silver Lake Recreation Area and Wright Lake Recreation Area. The Apalachicola National Forest offers boating and fishing along the Ochlockonee and Apalachicola rivers, and swimming in the numerous lakes. Trails and roads accommodate hiking, mountain-bike riding, horseback riding, and off-road ATV and motorcycle riding. Primitive camping is allowed throughout the forest; fee campsites provide restrooms and water, picnic tables and fire rings.

FOREST HIGHLIGHTS Geology: Five miles of hiking trail lead to a series of sinkholes big and small at the Leon Sinks Geological Area. Leon Sinks is a series of wet and dry sinkholes in the unique Woodville Karst Plain (terrain that rain and groundwater have changed by dissolving through underlying limestone bedrock) that extends from Tallahassee to the Gulf of Mexico. Scenic drives: An excellent way to see the forest, the Forest’s two scenic byways, the Apalachee Savannah (Liberty and Franklin counties) and Big Bend (Franklin, Wakulla and Leon counties), are great for a Sunday drive. History: For history or Civil War buffs, a visit to Fort Gadsden Historic Site is a must. Fort Gadsden is the site of an historic British fort on the Apalachicola River. Although, nothing remains of the fort except the rubble from the fort’s stone walls, a short interpretive trail leads visitors around the site. Bird and wildlife watching: The best times of year to see birds and wildlife is in late spring and early fall. Resident birds include woodpeckers, pine warblers, brown-headed nuthatches, and northern bobwhites.

Early in the morning and in the evening, you may see wild turkeys, fox squirrels and white-tailed deer.

Fees and permits Costs vary by activity. Camping fees start at $10 per night. Some areas require a day-use fee of $3 per vehicle. Annual passes are $40 per vehicle. Passes are good at: day use – Silver Lake, Leon Sinks, Camel Lake; camping – Hickory Landing, Mack Landing, Whitehead Landing.

To learn more Visit www.fs.fed.us/r8/florida or contact the Apalachicola Ranger District, 11152 N.W. State Route 20, Bristol, (850) 643-2282, or the Wakulla Ranger District, 57 Taff Drive, Crawfordville, 926-3561.

Regional state parks Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year. Museums, visitor centers and historic sites may close on holidays and two days a week. Opening and closing times may vary, so check with each park for specific hours. The entrance fee into most parks is $4-$5 per carload, up to eight people. Extra people, walk-ins and bicyclists are $2-$5 per person. Annual individual passes are $60 plus tax, and annual family passes (up to eight people per car) are $120 plus tax. Military discounts offered. Children under 6 admitted free. There may be additional fees for camping, tours and museum exhibitions. Parks that have Honor Stations charge $2-$10 per vehicle. Camping and lodging reservations may be made by calling the Florida State Park Central Reservation System at (800) 326-3521, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., or visit online at www.reserveamerica.com. More information: Contact the Florida State Parks Information Center at 245-2157 or visit www.floridastateparks.org. Here are details on popular state parks in the region. Falling Waters State Park: Hundredfoot deep, 20-foot wide cylindrical pit. A small stream which drops 67 feet to the bottom of the sink, flows into pit. Chipley, 638-6130. Florida Caverns State Park: Caves contain dazzling formations of stalacities, stalagmites and other geological features. Boating, fishing, camping, & nature trails and more. Nine-hole, Robert Trent Jones-designed Florida Caverns Golf Course. Tours run from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; $8 adults, $5

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Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park has formal gardens, two lakes and a series of trails. for ages 3-12, kids under 3 are free. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. 3345 Caverns Road Marianna, 4829598. Forest Capital Museum State Park: Dedicated to longleaf pines and the timber industry. Perry, 584-3227. Ichetucknee Spring State Park: Springs discharge 233 million gallons of water a day giving rise to the clear Ichetucknee River. Tubing and canoeing rentals available; three separate nature trails, past spring, river and sandhill. Scuba diving permitted October through March. Fort White, (386) 497-4690. Letchworth-Love Mounds State Park: One of the tallest and most architecturally complex pre-Colombian earthen mounds in Florida, which significantly predates the nearby Lake Jackson Mounds site. 4500 Sunray Road S., Monticello, 922-6007. Lake Jackson Mounds State Archeological Site: One of the most important archaeological sites in Florida, a former chiefdom and ceremonial center of the Fort Walton Culture (1100-1550 CE). The park includes all or part of three mounds in a complex that originally included six mounds. It also includes a constructed and leveled ceremonial public plaza. Picnic tables and shelter, bathrooms, trails. $3 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian. Group tours may be scheduled 14 days in advance. 9226007. Lake Talquin State Park: Largemouth bass, shellcracker and speckled perch sport fishing. 10 miles west of Captial Circle, 14850 Jack Vause Landing Road, 922-6007. Natural Bridge Battlefield State

Historic Site; Site of the Battle of Natural Bridge, which preserved Tallahassee as the only Confederate capitol east of the Mississippi River never to fall into Union hands. Re-enactment of battle held in March. Woodville, 922-6007. San Marcos de Apalache State Historic Site: Nature trails through historic fortification ruins. No admission fee for trails. Museum, $2 entry. 48 Old Fort Road, St. Marks, 9256216. Torreya State Park: Bluffs overlooking the Apalachicola River, rising more than 150 feet. Animals include deer, bobcat and the Barbours map turtle. Bristol, 643-2674.

Leon County parks One of Leon County’s best-kept secrets is the 30 or so public recreation areas strung along its magnificent array of freshwater lakes and rivers. Designed for passive use such as boating, picnicking and bird watching, the areas do have some restrictions. Swimming and liquor, for instance, are prohibited in these areas. Shooting, hunting and loud stereos are strictly taboo. Pets must be leashed. Some Fees and reservations may be required at some locations. Except for overnight campers, parks are off limits from 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before the following sunrise. To reserve a pavilion or for more infomation, call 487-3070 or Pat Polcek, 606-1470 visit the county’s Web site at www. leoncountyfl.gov. Canopy Oaks: Two Little League fields (one lighted), two lighted tennis courts, lighted multipurpose field,

concession/restroom building, playground. 3250 Point View Drive. J. Lee Vause Park: Six picnic pavilions, 1-mile paved trail, boardwalk, playground, restroom facility, volleyball net. 6024 Old Bainbridge Road. Tower Road Park: Multipurpose field, playground, picnic shelter. 5971 Tower Road. Stoneler Road Park: Baseball field, picnic shelter, playground, basketball hoop, trail. Off Capital Circle N.W. J. Lewis Hall, Sr. Woodville Park & Recreation Complex: Multipurpose field, four Little League fields (two lighted), full size baseball and softball fields, two basketball courts, two picnic pavilions, tot lot and playground, concession/restroom building. 7575 Old Woodville Highway. Lake Munson Park: Picnic shelter, nature trail, dock, restroom facility. 5800 Crawfordville Highway Ben Stoutamire Landing Park: Playground, landing, restroom facility. 2552 Ben Stoutamire Road. Miccosukee: Lighted adult baseball multipurpose field, two picnic pavilions, two lighted basketball courts, playground, concession/restroom building, walking trail. 15011 Cromartie Road. Kate Ireland Park: Picnic shelter, playground, nature trail, restroom facility. 12271 Iamonia Landing Road.

City of Tallahassee parks The City of Tallahassee operates and maintains a number of parks, many with amenities such as playgrounds, open grass areas, picnic tables, sports fields, tennis courts and more. To get additional information on any of the city parks, call 891-FUNN or visit www.talgov.com/parks. A.J. Henry Park: 71.4 acres, picnic

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tables, playground. A.J. Henry Park Drive. Brinkley Glen Park: 8.2 acres. North Meridian Road. Carter Howell Strong Park: 11.4 acres, picnic tables. West Georgia Street. Chittenden Park: 1.5 acres. Spruce Avenue. Dorothy B. Oven Park & Meeting House: 7.5 acres. Picnic tables. 3205 Thomasville Road. Elinor Klapp Phipps Park: 656.1 acres, picnic tables. 4000 North Meridian Road. Guyte P. McCord Park: 21.2 acres, picnic tables. Thomasville Road. Harriman Circle Park: 8 acres, picnic tables. Harriman Circle. John G. Riley Park: 4.8 acres, picnic tables. Alabama Street. Lake Ella Park: 16 acres, picnic tables. Monroe Street. Levy Park: 609 West Tharpe Street Los Robles Park: 1.7 acres, picnic tables. Los Robles neighborhood, at the intersection of Thomasville and Meridian roads. Macon Community Park: 12.9 acres, picnic tables, playground. Henderson Road. Mabry Manor: 2.1 acres. Villamore Avenue. Mabry Park: 21.5 acres. Roberts Avenue and Mabry Street. Ninth & Terrace Park: 2 acres, playground. Corner of Ninth Ave. and Terrace St. Park Avenue Chain of Parks: Park Avenue, downtown Tallahassee. Ruthenia Park: 3.1 acres. Ruthenia Road. San Luis Mission Park: 69.1 acres, playground, picnic tables. 1313 San Luis Road. Springsax Park: 35.4 acres, Springsax Road. Sweetbay Swamp Park: Yaupon Drive. Tom Brown Park: 297.3 acres, playground, picnic tables, disc golf, trails. 1125 Easterwood Drive, off Capital Circle S.E. Waverly Pond: 7.5 acres, picnic tables. Waverly Road. Winthrop Park: 14.4 acres, picnic tables, playground. Mitchell Avenue.

Greenways & trails Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park Trails: Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park is located between urban Tallahassee and suburban Leon County, offering a nice blend of southern charm and recreational

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activities. The park has formal gardens, two lakes and a series of trails, all on former plantation lands at the foot of the Red Hill district. Many trail-enthusiasts enjoy the unpaved trails in the Lake Overstreet portion of the park. Hikers, bikers and equestrians enjoy the beauty of the area, which serves as an integral link in the Maclay/Phipps Cultural Heritage Greenway. Recreation includes biking, hiking, horseback riding and paddling by canoe or kayak. For more on the park, see Attractions, Page 108. Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park Red Bug Trail: The Redbug Off-Road Bicycle Trail is about three miles long and offers a technically challenging ride with numerous roots, rocks and wetland areas through several ecosystems. Users will trek through a longleaf pine ecosystem, home to the red-cockaded woodpecker. As the trail drops in elevation, moisture-loving trees such as the beech and southern magnolia dominate. The trail takes travelers through several wetlands, where the boardwalks are required to cross creeks. Access the trail from Meridian Park or the Forestmeadows Sports Center. Parking, restrooms and drinking water are available. Miccosukee Canopy Road Greenway: The Miccosukee Canopy Road Greenway parallels six miles of Tallahassee’s historical canopy roads through 500 acres of the Red Hills region of North Florida. The trail traverses rolling hills in hardwood and pine forests, interspersed with large pastures. Along the trail, users may observe more than 46 species of birds. Recreation also includes hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Munson Hills Off-Road Bicycle Trail, Tallahassee and St. Marks: The Munson Hills Off-Road Bicycle Trail offers a scenic and challenging ride through some of the most varied terrain in the Apalachicola National Forest. Munson Hills consists of sand dunes associated with a million-yearold shoreline that forms a foundation for a towering longleaf pine forest intermixed with ponds and wetlands. The bicycle trail often dips down in the sand hills through hammock ecosystems of hardwoods. Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail, Tallahassee and St. Marks: The Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail runs from Florida’s capital city, past the Apalachicola National Forest, ending in the coastal community of St. Marks. This historic railroad corridor was used to carry cotton from the plantation belt to the coast for shipment. Today, the paved trail provides

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an excellent workout for road cyclists, walkers and skaters. The adjacent unpaved trail and Munson Hills OffRoad Trails in the National Forest provide access for horseback riding. The Historic Railroad State Trail is available for walking, hiking, bicycling, horseback riding and skating. Lafayette Passage Paddle Trail: Sixmile loop trail accessed from Piney Z Lake. This trail requires a short portage over a small dam to access the entire trail. The 200 acre Piney Z Lake is accessible without a portage.

Roads with bike trails Miccosukee Road: Trail runs from Centerville Road to Capital Circle Northeast Capital Circle N.E.: From Park Avenue to Thomasville Road. Deer Lake Road: Through Killearn Lakes Plantation. Tharpe Street: From North Monroe Street to Ocala Road Ocala Road: From Tharpe Street to Pensacola Street Hartsfield Road: From Old Bainbridge Road to Capital Circle Northwest

Off-Road Trails San Luis Trail: Numerous trails in San Luis Mission Park off San Luis Road. Easy running and hiking trail. St. Marks Trail: 19-plus miles running one way along U.S. Highway 319 from just south of Capital Circle to St. Marks River. Cadillac Trail: 4.8 mile path from Tom Brown Park past Lake Lafayette and Piney Z Lake. Spectacular scenery. Intermediate level trail with some challenging features and climbs. Lafayette Heritage Trail Park in Piney Z: Three miles of shared-use trail through forest and along the shore of Piney Z Lake. This trail intersects the Cadillac bike trail in several places to accommodate multiple users. Munson Hills: 8.3 miles of main trail. Short loop is 4.2 miles. Runs through Apalachicola National Forest off St. Marks Trail. The “Twilight” trail is a new 10-mile section. Red Bug Trail: A challenging 3.6 miles, with 1.8 mile addition near Forestmeadows Center, Meridian Road near Miller Landing Road. Phipps-Overstreet Trail: 8.2 miles of sometimes rough terrain with multiple entries off Meridian Road North of Maclay School. Tom Brown Park: 4.5 mile woodsy loop. Alfred. B Maclay State Gardens: 2.8 miles of trail.

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Hunting and fishing are enormously popular in this area, but you generally need a license to do either. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission makes recreational licenses and permits available at county tax collectors’ offices, online and from subagents such as sporting goods stores or other retailers selling hunting or fishing equipment. An Annual Hunting or Annual Freshwater Fishing license starts at $17. Prices for other options and combinations vary. To learn more or to buy a license online, visit www.myfwc.com/ license/.

Cross Creek Golf Course: A 9-hole, par-3 lighted course, lighted driving range, pro shop. Reservations not required. 6701 Mahan Drive, 32317, 850-6564653. Hilaman Golf Course: An 18-hole course, driving range, pro shop. Reservations preferred. Annual and daily fee packages available. 2737 Blair Stone Road, 891-2560, www. hilamanparkgolfclub.com. Jake Gaither Golf Course: A 9-hole course, pro shop. Reservations not required. 801 Tanner Drive, 891-3942, www. talgov.com. Seminole Golf Course: 18-hole course, lighted driving range, pro shop, putting green. Reservations recommended. 2550 Pottsdamer Street, 644-2582, www.seminolegolfcourse.com.

SEMI-PRIVATE COURSES The Golf Club at Summerbrooke: An 18-hole course, driving range, pro shop. Memberships available. 7505 Preservation Road, 8944653, www.summerbrookegolf.com. SouthWood Golf Club: An 18-hole, 7,081 yard, par-72 championship course designed by Fred Couples and Gene Bates. 3750 Grove Park Drive, 942-4653, www.stjoegolf. com.

PRIVATE COURSES Capital City Country Club: 18-hole course, driving range, putting green, chipping green, pro shop. Memberships available. Tee times required. 1601 Golf Terrace Drive, 222-0419, www.capitalcitycc.com. Golden Eagle Golf & Country Club Inc.: 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed course, driving range, pro shop. Memberships available, guest greens fees. 3700 Golden Eagle Drive. E., 893-7700, www.goldeneaglecc.org. Killearn Country Club & Inn: 27-hole course, driving range, pro shop, greens fees, reservations required. 100 Tyron Pass in Killearn Estates, 893-2144. Havana Golf & Country Club: 9-hole, 110 Country Club Drive, Havana, 539-6767.

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OTHER sports facilities & businesses BOWLING Capital Lanes: Forty lanes, laser tag, arcade. 820 Capital Circle N.E., 4222695, www.bowlsrc1.com. Crenshaw Lanes: Primarily a student bowling center. 12 lanes (synthetic), auto scorers, billiard tables and Cosmic Bowling. 104 Crenshaw Building, Oglesby Union, 644-1819, union.fsu.edu/crenshaw. Galimore Lanes: Eight lanes (synthetic) and auto scorers. 404 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Florida A&M University, downstairs at the Student Union, 599-8081. Seminole Bowl: Featuring 24 wood lanes, auto scorers, snack bar, Cosmic Bowling, lounge, billiards and birthday parties. 1940 W. Tennessee St., 561-0894. The Tallahassee Bowling Association: As a member of the American Bowling Congress, TBA works with bowlers and centers to promote bowling. 878-4396, www. tallahasseebowling.com.

CANOEING & KAYAKING TnT Hideaway: Located on the Wakulla River, this company offers canoe and kayak rentals to view the wildlife along the spring-fed river. Open seven days a week, year round. Trips off the beaten path guided by certified green guides are available, as are scheduled kayak instructions and shuttle trips to other rivers in tricounty area. 6527 Coastal Highway, 925-6412, www.tnthideaway.com. The Wilderness Way: The Big Bend paddle-sport outfitter offers rentals, guided trips, kayak fishing, kayak birthday parties, summer kids camps, sales and instruction for beginners; is also family-friendly with private group tours available. 3152 Shadeville Road, 877-7200, www.

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CHEERLEADING Cheer Company Allstars: A competitive all-star cheerleading gym that also offers recreational tumbling, cheerleading, and performance cheering and dance. 2615-B Capital Circle N.E., 894-5867, www. thecheercompany.org.

DISC GOLF Tom Brown Park Disc Golf Course: 24 holes in Tom Brown Park. Tallahassee Parks and Recreation, 891-3866, www.talgov.com. Jack McLean Disc Golf Course: 24 holes, old trees throughout, heavily wooded in most areas. Jack McLean Park Paul Russell Road. Tallahassee Parks and Recreation, 891-3866, www.talgov.com.

DOG RACING Jefferson County Kennel Club (JCKC): Located in Monticello, it’s one of Florida’s longest-running dog tracks. Season runs from mid-January to the first weekend of December. Races are at 7 p.m. Mon.-Sat. $1, admission. JCKC Poker Room has 22 tables, open between noon-midnight, Mon.-Sat. 3079 N. Jefferson St., Monticello, 997-2561, www.jckcgreyhounds.com.

FAMILY FUN Fun Station Inc.: GoCart track and thrill ride, miniature golf, arcade, bumper boats, batting cages, pizza kitchen and laser tag. 2821 Sharer Road, 383-0788, www.itsfunner.com.

FISHING & HUNTING Hunting-with-Kenny.com: Online guide to hunting on public land in Northwest Florida, with information on

wildlife-management areas, rules and regulations, hunting seasons and more, along with news, events and user-submitted stories and photos. www.hunting-with-kenny.com; kenny@hunting-with-kenny.com Shell Island Fish Camp: Fishing, boating, dry and wet storage plus rental boats, cabins and motel rooms. Nearby restaurants. 440 Shell Island Rd., St. Marks, 925-6226. Treats and Retreats: Retreat for hiking and fishing, Four stocked ponds, 2 bedroom cottage, walking trails. Meals provided. 1452 Mayfield Road, Calvary, GA 39829, 545-7722; dwmorningglory@windstream.net. Whippoorwill Sportsman’s Lodge: Rental lodge suites, RV sites, cottages and boats. Waterfront Pub-n-Grub with great food and sunset views, store, fishing pier, boat ramp, covered boat stalls — all on Lake Talquin. 3129 Cooks Landing Rd., Quincy, 875-2605; www.fishthewhip.com.

HORSERIDING Happy Trails Ranch: Birthday parties, western riding lessons, school field trips, Girl Scout and Boy Scout badges, summer camps and horse boarding. 6776 Quail Valley Road, 8930771; www.happytrailsranch.com.

KITES & JUGGLING Lofty Pursuits: Offers a superb selection of yo-yos, juggling equipment and kites. Cottages of Lake Ella, 1621 N. Monroe Street, 521-0091; www.loftypursuits.com.

MARTIAL ARTS Tallahassee Taekwondo Academy: An International Taekwondo Alliance martial arts academy. Adults and children (ages 4 and up) can learn selfdefense and improve focus and con-

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PAINTBALL Tallahassee Paintball Park: Netted playing fields, pro shop, target range. Groups, parties and rentals welcome. 427 Crossway Road, 656-1133.

ROPES COURSE The FSU Challenge Program: A lowchallenge ropes course and a high challenge ropes course open to most classes, clubs and organizations. Fee and reservation required. FSU Reservation. 644-6124.

ROCK CLIMBING Tallahassee Rock Gym: Learn and practice the sport of rock climbing. Railroad Square, 629 Industrial Drive, Suite F, 224-ROCK (7625); www.tallyrockgym.com.

SCUBA DIVING Blue Water Scuba and Travel Center: Offers classes, rentals and sales. 2320 Apalachee Pkwy., 6563483; www.bluewatersports.net. Down Under Dive Center: Equipment, sales and service, air fills and diver training. 635 Wakulla-Arran Road, Crawford-ville, 926-4040; www.downunderdivecenter.com. Tallahassee Scuba Club: Club meets first Wednesdays at Blue Water Scuba and Travel Center. John Viehe, 3214299; tallyscubaclub.org.

SKATING Mike Blankenship Skate Park: Open to skate boards and in-line skaters, sunrise to midnight. Free. Between James Messer Fields and TalTran Administrative Offices, Jackson Bluff Road at Appleyard Drive, 891-3879. Skate World: Roller skating, speed skating team, birthday parties and more. 2563 Capital Circle NE, 3864807; www.skateworld1.com. Tallahassee Skate Inn: Indoor roller skating using quad or inline skates. Offers public and private sessions, birthday parties and more. 1368 Blountstown Highway, 575-4877; tallahasseeskateinn.com.

SKYDIVING School of Human Flight: Take your first jump or train to become a nationally licensed skydiver. Organization uses only U.S. Parachute Association rated professional instructors. Quincy Airport facility, Highway 12, Quincy, 627-7643, www. skydivetallahassee.com.

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SOCCER Warner Soccer: Year-round, full-time, professional soccer company that runs soccer education programs, camps and leagues for ages 3 through adult. 1695 Metropolitan Circle Suite 4, 386-3866; www.warnersoccer.com.

TENNIS Randy Hock Tennis: Year-round private and group lessons for all ages and ability levels; summer camps for kids. 1771 Woodgate Way, 385-2262, rhock63@aol.com. USTA QuickStart: U.S. Tennis Association QuickStart format tennis league for ages 10 and under. Beginning tennis using modified courts, equipment and scoring. Parent coaches recruited and trained. Fall and spring leagues. USTA membership and league fees apply. 3711 Overlook Drive, 508-5082, http://tennislink.usta.com/TEAMTENNIS/Main/ Home.aspx

VOLLEYBALL North Florida Volleyball Academy: Aims to improve volleyball skills for boys and girls ages 7 to 18. Also has adult leagues. 3944 NW passage Way, Suite 101, 270-9779, www. northfloridavolleyballacademy.org.

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WORKOUTS Boot Camp Fitness and Training: Cutting edge, nontraditional fitness programs, kettlebell training, sports and youth training, and Commando Krav Maga classes. 2815-2 Industrial Plaza Drive, 445-0222, www. BootCampFitnessandTraining.com Curves: Circuit-based workout for women using hydraulic resistance machines, aerobic exercise and stretching in a 30-minute workout. 4500 W. Shannon Lakes, 894-8545 Pilates with Joyce: Pilates is a lowimpact exercise program for all ages and abilities. 559-0165, www. pilateswithjoyce.com

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OTHER PURSUITS Tallahassee Naturally: Rents a lake and woods near Monticello, available for nude swimming and sunbathing every weekend. Turkey Scratch Road, Monticello, 222-1886, www.tallahasseenaturally.org.

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sports clubs AQUATIC Tallahassee Serinas: The Serinas offer a recreational league and a highly competitive team. Made up of swimmers ages 7-19, all skill levels. Frances Gilbert, 891-3994, gilbertf@ swimatac.com.

ARCHERY & GUN CLUBS Tallahassee Bowhunters Association: For members who enjoy all types of archery — for hunting, tournaments, or just fun. www.big bendarchery.com. Tallahassee Rifle & Pistol Club: Private, outdoor range, memberships available. 421-3998, www.trpc.net.

AUTO, MOTORCYCLE, TRAIN & PLANE CLUBS American Wild Hogs: an independent motorcycle riding club. Group rides with an emphasis on safety. www. americanwildhogs.com Big Bend MG’s: Encourages acquisition, preservation, exhibition and use of MGs. www.bigbend mgs.com. Big Bend Miata Club: Miata owners, enthusiasts welcome. Drive-outs, road rallies, social events. Tim Brily, 2731433, www.bigbendmiataclub.com. Big Bend Model Railroad Association: Aims to promote and preserve model railroading and information about railroads. John Sullenberger, 4108425, www.bbmra.org. Canopy Road Cruisers: The local chapter of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association (GWRRA). Dedicated to motorcycle safety, friendship. 5395084, www.canopyroadcruisers.com. Capital City Classic Chevy Club: Sponsors a car show in the spring. Meets at What a Burger on Thomasville Road. Reuben Plachy, 443-6779, alan@carzigns.com, www. capitalcityclassicchevy.com. Capital City Riders: An independent motorcycle riding club welcoming all brands of motorcycles and safe riders. http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/ group/capitalcityriders/ Chrome Divas: The club’s mission is to give a new name to women bikers. www.chromedivas.com. Crosstrails Sams Club: National Good Sams RV Club chapter. Social club with monthly outings, some civic activities. 894-5557, www. Crosstrailssams.com. Cruisin’ Corvettes: Meets at various

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locations. www.cruisincorvettes.com. Harley Owners Group, Tallahassee Chapter: Sponsored by Capital City Harley-Davidson. Monthly meetings. 205-4294, www.tallahasseehog.com. North Florida Mopar Association: Dedicated to Chryslers, Dodges, Plymouths, DeSotos, Imperials and AMCs. Meets monthly. Mywebpages. comcast.net/nfma/. North Florida British Motoring Club: Provides British car and motorcycle enthusiasts with a venue to share common interests. 212-0779; charlieoc@nfbmc.com, www.nfbmc.com. Panhandle Ponies Tallahassee Mustang Club: Ownership of a Mustang not required for membership. Members enjoy both vintage and new model Ford Mustangs. 5569881; www.tallahasseemustang.com Seminole Radio Control Club (SRC): The Seminole Radio Control Club (SRCC) is a nonprofit, open membership, AMA chartered club (No. 216). www.SeminoleRC.com. Sports Car Club of America – Dixie Region: A regional volunteer nonprofit car club based in Tallahassee that serves north Florida and southwest Georgia. Solo is the SCCA brand name for autocross competition. Solo events are driving-skill contests that emphasize the driver’s ability and the car’s handling characteristics rather than speed. First timers are welcome to participate in the novice class with personal instruction as needed. P.O. Box 38561, Tallahassee, FL 32315; 893-4918; www.dixiescca.com; rob@ velocityonline.net. Southern Cruisers Riding Club: A family-oriented club with no dues or required meeting attendance. Bike night weekly at What a Burger, Thomasville Road. Tallahassee Streetrodders: A familyoriented organization, encouraging restoration and/or preservation of autos, trucks and other projects. Monthly meetings and cruise-in. www.tally-streetrodders.com. Tallahassee Region Antique Automobile Club of America: The regional club of the National Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA). Meetings, tours and sponsorship and participation in regional and national events. www.traaca.org. The Temple of Triumph: More than just another British car club, it’s a state of mind. www.templeoftriumph.org.

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BASKETBALL Tallahassee Comets: The Tallahassee Comets is a Florida not-for-profit organization for student-athletes in competitive girls’ basketball. Robert Hicks, 559-1351, www.cometsget. net, hicksrob@comcast.net.

BOATING & ROWING Apalachee Bay Yacht Club: Promotes sailing, cruising or racing, no matter the size of the vessel. Holds races, cruises, social events. Power-boat owners also welcomed. 69 Harbour Point Drive, Shell Point, 926-7775, www.abyconline.org. Apalachee Canoe and Kayak Club: Recreational paddling on regional rivers and other bodies of water. www. clubkayak/ackc, ackc@clubkayak.com Capital City Rowing: Youth rowing club. 294-8393, www.capitalcityrowing.org St. Marks Yacht Club: Slips lease to members. Clubhouse available for rent. You don’t have to own a boat to join. On the Wakulla River, 36 Yacht Lane, St. Marks, 925-6606. Shell Point Sailboard Club (SPSC): Supports sailing for all ages and levels, offering free lessons, racing. SPSC Commodore Bob Graves, 5081587, www.20knotsnob.com. Tallahassee Rowing Club: Nonprofit club to promote and teach rowing. www.nettally.com/trc.

CIRCUS Florida State University Flying High Circus: Aside from the annual home shows held the first two weekends in April under the Big Top, the FSU Circus performs road shows throughout the academic year in Florida, the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean. 644-4874, www.circus.fsu.edu.

CYCLING Capital City Cyclists: Devoted to all aspects of bicycling. CCC sponsors weekly rides and annual events. 3158 Lakeshore Drive, 385-0488, www. cccyclists.org, rclacher@cccyclists.org.

EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES Big Bend Horseman’s Association:

Sponsors an open horse show the second Saturday of every month. During the year, BBHA also sponsors a Cowboy Trade Day, educational clinics and seminars, trail rides. P.O. Box 42, Monticello, (850) 524-4442, www.BigBendHorse.com; BigBend Horse@yahoo.com. Leon County Horsemen’s Association: Monthly shows are open to the public on the first Saturday of the month, excluding July and December. 188 Horseman Association Road, 445-8452, www.showlcha.org. North Florida Paso Fino Horse Association: A regional affiliate of PFHA, covering all of North Florida. 14279 N. U.S. 19, Lamont. (850) 445-5933, www.NorthFLPaso.com Southern Trailriders Association: A nonprofit organization that aims to promote and develop public equestrian trails and facilities, to promote an active interest in equestrian trailriding by others and to enjoy trailriding. www.Southern Trailriders.org

FALUN GONG Falun Dafa Practitioners Association of Florida: Falun Gong, also known as Falun Dafa, is a Chinese practice that consists of moral teachings, meditation and gentle exercises that resemble tai chi. Free instruction provided by volunteers at Lake Ella, Monroe Street and Eighth Avenue. 847-1918, Falundafaflorida.org, lian_xi@lycos.com.

HIKING Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association: Provides opportunities for hiking and camping throughout the year. Meets monthly. http://apalachee.floridatrail.org.

HUNTING Safari Club International: Aims to protect the right to hunt. 3964-4 Century Park Circle S. 556-2237, talsci@earthlink.net

TRACK Gulf Winds Track Club: Promotes running and fitness by supporting runners, joggers, race walkers and triathletes. The club organizes 15 races each year from 1 to 50 miles, including Springtime Tallahassee and the Tallahassee Turkey Trot. The club also provides support for a summer track series and a couple of triathlons. Judy Alexander, (jalexander98@ comcast.net, 383-1361 ) or Mark Priddy, (markpriddy@msn.com, 5081961 ), www.gulfwinds.org.

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The Capital City Garden Club: Encourages the art of gardening and promotes cooperative gardening. Aids in the protection of wildflowers, shrubs and trees and encourages the conservation of all natural resources. CCGC provide educational workshops on gardening. 626 Tram Road. Barbara Rollins, president, 656-7224.

Audubon of Florida: The mission of Audubon of Florida and National Audubon is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on wildlife. 308 N. Monroe St., 2247546, www.audubonofflorida.org.

Florida Daffodil Society: Florida Daffodil Society is committed to the preservation of daffodils in the coastal south. Club engages in public education, provides free literature and lectures and organizes public plantings. Club sponsors an annual flower the first weekend in March at Tallahassee Nurseries. Members receive a quarterly newsletter and a preorder Bulb Sale. Sarah Van Beck, 878-9753. www.FlaDaff.com. Florida Native Plant Society, Magnolia Chapter: The Florida Native Plant Society promotes the preservation, conservation and restoration of the native plants and native plant communities of Florida. The Magnolia Chapter meets first Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. United Church of Tallahassee, 1834 Mahan Drive, www.fnps.org. Friends of Maclay Gardens Inc.: The Friends of Maclay Gardens, Inc. is a volunteer organization that renders support and assistance to the staff of the Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park. Members are involved in activities such as providing volunteer manpower for special events and support of the Gardens; generating financial support; and helping promote interest in Maclay Gardens through outreach efforts. Maclay Gardens State Park, 3540 Thomasville Road, 487-4115. Gardening Friends of the Big Bend: Promotes gardening and gardening research by supporting the faculty and staff of NFRE–Quincy, an arm of the University of Florida’s Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences. 155 Research Road, Quincy; 671-2565, www.thegfbb.com. Magnolia Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society: Promotes the preservation, conservation and restoration of the native plants and native plant communities of Florida. The Magnolia Chapter, www.fnps.org, meets the first Thursday of each month at the King Building (the FSU Biology Building), 319 Stadium Drive, FSU. www.fnps.org; fnps_magnolia@ nettally.com. Tallahassee Area Rose Society: Encourages rose culture and interest

Big Bend Environmental Forum: An alliance of organizations committed to conserving the region’s environment. www.bbef.org.

in our national flower. Membership is open to anyone with a love of roses. Monthly meetings are held January through May and August through November at the Jubilee Cottage, Goodwood Museum & Gardens, on the third Thursday evening. Visitors welcome. President Bill Dority, 5707046, Billdority@Yahoo.com. www. Tallahasseearearosesociety.org/ Tallahassee Camellia Club: Encourages the culture of camellias, our winter flower. The club is affilitaed with the American Camellia Soicety. Membership is open to anyone interested in camellias. Meetings begin in October of each year and extend until May of the following year. Visitors welcome. Treasurer Gayle Lawrence, 656-8348. President Alex Hinson, 627-7814, ahinson@lineshinson.com. Tallahassee Daylily Society: Promotes knowledge and encourages daylily gardens. Sponsors annual daylily show and plant sale in mid-May. Meetings are fourth Sundays, Sept. through May, at 2 p.m. at the Leon County Extension Service UF/IFAS, 615 Paul Russell Road Annual membership dues, $15 for individuals; $20 for families. Sharon Agosta, 6681368; sagosta@mindspring.com; www.thsgardens.org. Tallahassee Garden Club: An organization dedicated to providing education on gardening, nature and the preservation of the environment. Membership numbers more than 600, divided into 25 circles. New members welcome. 507 North Calhoun St., 224-3371, www.tallahasseegardenclub.com. Tallahassee Orchid Society: A gathering of orchid hobbyists and enthusiasts. Guest speakers present programs at monthly meetings. An annual American Orchid Society judged show is held in April. Meetings are 7 p.m. first Thursdays. www.tallyorchid. org/contact.htm.

Clean Water Network of Florida: The Florida Office of Clean Water Network works to clean up state waterways. 517 Beverly St., Linda Young, 322-7978, www.cwn-se.org. Coastal Plains Institute (CPI): A nonprofit organization seeking to preserve the biotic diversity of the Coastal Plain of the southeastern U.S. through education and research. 1313 Milton Street, www. coastalplains.org. EarthShare: Connects people to the nation’s most trusted environmental nonprofits through workplace giving, volunteer opportunities and environmental education. 3333 W. Pensacola St., Suite 240, 9339205, www.earthshare.org. Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP): The lead state agency for environmental management and stewardship. Administers regulatory programs and issues permits for air, water and waste management. Oversees the state’s land and water conservation program, Florida Forever, and manages the Florida Park Service. 3900 Commonwealth Blvd. M.S. 49, 245-2128, www.dep. state.fl.us. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission: Manages fish and wildlife resources for the long-term benefit of people. The Web site provides information on hunting and fishing licenses, wildlife events and more. Report a wildlife violation: (888) 404-3922 or #FWC or *FWC on cell phones. 620 S. Meridian St., 488-4676, www. floridaconservation.org. Florida Trail Association: A nonprofit volunteer organization that builds, maintains, protects, and promotes the 1,400 mile Florida Trail. 325 John Knox Road., F-100; Kent Wimmer, 523-8576, kwimmer@fs. fed.us, www.apalachee.floridatrail. org. Florida Wildlife Federation: A private, statewide, nonprofit citizen’s conservation education organization. 656-7113, www.fwfonline.org.

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Keep Tallahassee-Leon County Beautiful: A nonprofit, volunteerbased organization committed to keeping the community beautiful, litter-free and educated about recycling, solid waste and the environment. 681-8589. The Nature Conservancy, Florida Chapter: Together with members and conservation partners, the Florida Chapter of The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 1 million acres of critical natural lands in Florida. 625 N. Adams St., 222-0199, www.nature.org. North American Butterfly Association – Hairstreak Chapter: NABA is a not-for-profit organization working to increase public enjoyment and conservation of butterflies. The local Hairstreak Chapter promotes the NABA mission through gardening, education, monthly field trips, photography and occasional programs. 386-1393, naba.hairstreak@gmail.com. 1000 Friends of Florida: Aims to protect and improve Florida’s quality of life by advocating responsible planning for population growth. 926 E. Park Ave., 222-6277, www. 1000fof.org. Quest Foundation: A nonprofit foundation that provides nature conservation and environmental action through the arts and sciences. 997-4981, www.questfoundation.org. Sierra Club, Big Bend Group: Dedicated to exploring, enjoying and protecting Florida’s wild places. Sponsors a wide range of outings and activities. Ben Fusaro 2972052, www.florida.sierraclub.org/ bigbend. The Trust for Public Lands (TPL): The only national nonprofit working exclusively to protect land for human enjoyment and well-being. TPL pioneers new ways to finance parks and open space; helps generate federal, state and local conservation funding; and promotes the importance of public lands. 306 N. Monroe St., 222-7911, www.tpl. org. The Wild Classroom: The Wild Classroom offers wildlife programs for school and scouting groups, camps, club meetings and special events. Programs feature disabled birds of prey from the St. Francis Wildlife Association. 1521 Fuller Road.; Sandy Beck, 528-0823, www.wildclassroom.net.

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The beach stretches unbroken on a quiet day at Alligator Point, about an hour south of Tallahassee.

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t may be dubbed the Forgotten Coast, but for those living in the capital city, the areas from Wakulla to Gulf county are definitely remembered and thought of fondly. The sandy shores, golf courses and nature trails are considered Tallahassee’s backyard. Known for its pristine beaches and plump oysters, the coast continues to shine, having missed a direct impact from the 2010 Gulf Oil Spill. Though the occasional tar ball has been known to wash ashore, representatives with the Department of Agriculture assure that the Apalachicola Bay, home to the famous Apalachicola oysters, is clean and that the seafood brought to any of the local seafood processing houses and restaurants is safe to eat. Less than an hour’s drive away the beaches begin at Wakulla locations such as Shell Point. Heading west,

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sandy patches continue through Alligator Point, Carrabelle Beach, the barrier islands Dog and St. George and on to Cape San Blas in Gulf County. Look north of the sandy shores and one will find a vast wilderness of protected lands such as Tate’s Hell State Forest, St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge and Apalachicola National Forest, areas filled with activities for visitors, from hiking and paddling trails to scalloping and fishing to birding and animal watching. Keep a close eye out for alligators and the elusive black bear and don’t forget the bug spray. Yearning for the feel of the open ocean? Charter boat captains await in nearly every small town. And kayak and canoe rental outlets have everything one needs for fishing or fun. Tucked between the beaches and the forests lie the heart of the coast, the tiny towns that breathe life into the wilderness.

Kitschy shops with life-size pirate statues for sale and seafood restaurants overlooking the water are the highlights visitors can expect in towns like Apalachicola, Panacea, Eastpoint, Port St. Joe and Sopchoppy. Not into shopping? History abounds in the old fishing communities. Inventor and father of refrigeration and air conditioning, John Gorrie is celebrated with his very own museum in Apalachicola. In Carrabelle, visitors can get a little World War II history at the Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum as they learn about how the area was used as a D-Day training ground. Hungry? You can’t beat

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the selection of seafood eateries including the The Riverside Cafe in St. Marks, The Apalachicola Seafood Grille, Captain Snook’s in Eastpoint, The Blue Parrot on St. George Island, the Indian Pass Raw Bar in Gulf County, the Wharf Express at Summer Camp and so many more. Feeling a little more like a cheeseburger in paradise? Or maybe a slice of pie? Most of the seafood joints carry food for the landlubbers but some fun favorites are BJ’s Pizza and Subs on St. George Island, the Old Time Soda Fountain in Apalachicola or tasty barbecue joint Hamaknockers Oasis just outside Panacea. If you are headed home, stop by one of the many seafood distributors and take some home. Like what you see? Then stay awhile. Options include RV parks, camp sites, historic bed and breakfasts, hotels both new and old, house and condo rentals and more but don’t expect any high rises. From St. Marks to Mexico Beach, the coast is free from the tall towers so familiar on most Florida coasts. The Forgotten Coast is definitely one place that is hard to forget.

To find some of Florida’s most incredible beaches, residents need only drive a short distance before arriving at a sparkling ocean, beautiful sand dunes, numerous amenities and more. Additionally, you will find a few lakes and springs here in Leon County or nearby that are great for swimming, sun and fun. For information on any state park in Florida, visit www.floridastateparks.org. To make reservations at any State Park in Florida, call (800) 326-3521, or visit the Web site, www.reserve america.com. Before traveling to the beaches, check the NOAA’s National Weather Service’s current weather forecast Web site, www.nws.noaa. gov/om/marine/marine.shtml. Bald Point State Park: Almost 5,000 acres for your enjoyment, near the Alligator Point community. Some of the most picturesque scenic areas along north Florida´s Gulf Coast can be found at this park. Located on Alligator Point where Ochlockonee Bay meets Apalachee Bay, Bald Point offers land and water activities. Coastal marshes, pine flatwoods, and oak thickets foster a diversity of biological communities that make the park a popular destination for birding and wildlife viewing. Every fall, bald eagles, other migrating raptors and monarch butterflies are sighted as they head south. Bald Point offers access to two Apalachee Bay beaches for swimming, sunbathing and fishing. Other activities include canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing and hiking. Facilities include a fishing dock and picnic pavilions. From Panacea, go south on Highway 98 for about 5 miles, turn left on State Road 370, travel about 5 miles to Bald Point Road.Turn left onto Bald Point Road and travel about 3 miles to the park entrance. Managed by Ochlockonee River State Park. 349-9146.

Beacon Hill Community Park: A small, public beach with roadside parking offering open and covered picnic tables, restrooms, a playground, two softball/baseball fields, a boardwalk to Highway 98 with dedicated beach access, a walking track and a great view. U.S. 98 in Port St. Joe, Florida. Gulf County Chamber of Commerce, (850) 227-1223. Cape San Blas/St. Joseph Peninsula State Park: With 10 miles of white sugar sand, this park has one of the top-rated beaches in the United States. Sunbathing, snorkeling and swimming are popular activities along the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Bay. From offshore, canoeists and kayakers can take in a superb view of the high dunes and sand pine scrub. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, and bicycling. As a coastal barrier peninsula, St. Joseph provides excellent opportunities for bird watching; over 240 species have been sighted in the park. A boat ramp is at Eagle Harbor on the bay side. Campers can stay in a fullfacility campground, a short walk from the beach, or at primitive campsites in the wilderness preserve. Eight cabins on the bay side offer alternative overnight accommodations. Cape San Blas is on the south end of St. Joseph Peninsula. Hours: 8 a.m.-sunset. $4, per vehicle; $1 pedestrians/ bicyclists; $100/night for cabins that sleep seven and are kitchenequipped; camping, $20/night. Near Port St. Joe. On U.S. 98 (heading East) turn onto State Road 30-A, travel to State Road 30E, turn and travel to the park. From Apalachicola, take U.S. 98 West, turn left on C-30A, then turn left on C-30E and travel to park. (850) 227-1327. Carrabelle Beach: Restrooms and picnic areas are easily accessible. Enjoy sunbathing, swimming and surf fishing. Campgrounds, restaurants and the Crooked River Lighthouse are nearby. Located 1 mile west of Carrabelle, on U.S. 98. Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce, 697-2585, www.carrabellechamber.org. Dog Island Beach/John F. Lewis Preserve: Wildlife abounds along miles of salt marshes and sand dunes, as more than half of the island is a protected nature preserve. Only accessible by boat, this barrier island is not a public beach — there

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A lighthouse stands at nearby St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. For information on the park, see Attractions, Page 108. Below left, fishing boats bob in Apalachicola Bay. are no public facilities and dogs are not allowed. The Nature Conservancy, 643-2756. Dekle Beach: A private, quiet community popular for boating, fishing and scalloping. Camping and boat charters/guides available. Swimming beaches are limited, and there are no public facilities; marina services and restaurants are at nearby Keaton Beach. Taylor County Chamber of Commerce, (800) 584-5366. Frank Pate Park: A busy little place with a public boat ramp, restrooms and picnic tables on St. Joe Bay. At the corner of 98 and Fifth Street, in Port St. Joe. Gulf County Chamber of Commerce, (850) 227-1223. Grayton Beach State Recreation Area: Grayton Beach has consistently been ranked among the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the U.S. The beach provides an idyllic setting for swimming, sunbathing, and surf fishing. Visitors can paddle a canoe or kayak on scenic Western Lake to get a closer look at a salt marsh ecosystem. A boat ramp provides access to the lake’s brackish waters for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. A nature trail winds through a coastal

forest where scrub oaks and magnolias, bent and twisted by salt winds, have an eerie “Middle Earth” look. Hikers and bicyclists can enjoy over four miles of trails; the trail begins across from the park entrance on Highway 30-A. Options for overnight stays include modern cabins and a full-facility campground. The park features camping, swimming, fishing, boating and hiking. Also included are restrooms, showers and picnic areas. Hours: 8 a.m. to sunset. Admission: $4, per vehicle; $1, pedestrians/bicyclists; cabins $110/night; full facility camping $19/night; picnic pavilions are available for rent. Pets are permitted in the camping area only. Grayton Beach State Park is south of U.S. 98, about halfway between Panama City Beach and Destin. Take County Road 283 south of U.S. 98, turn left at the stop sign on 30A, about a half-mile east of the intersection of County Road 30A and C.R. 283. Entrance is on the right. (850) 267-8300. Hagen’s Cove: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission owns this facility, which features picPLEASE SEE COASTAL, NEXT PAGE

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nic pavilions, hiking trails and an observation tower for birdwatching. The shallow waters and grass flats are home to several species of birds, horseshoe crabs and the occasional eagle. From Perry, travel about 4.5 miles south on Highway 27A. Turn right on County Road 361 and drive 22 miles to Hagen’s Cove Road. Turn right, parking area is 1.5 miles ahead. (386) 758-0525, (850) 8381306, www.floridaconservation.org. Henderson Beach State Park: This 208-acre park, just east of Destin, is an oasis in the midst of urban growth. Activities include swimming, surf fishing, picnicking, camping, bicycle riding and nature trails, as well as leisurely walks in the sugar white sand or splashing around in the emerald green water. Admission: $4, per vehicle; $3, for single occupant; $1, per person/bicyclists. $23.31, camping fee. Full-facility camping, nature trail, pavilions, picnic area, fishing, playground, swimming, showers and concessions available. ADA-accessible park, three beach wheelchairs are available. All boardwalks are ADA accessible. 837-7550. Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park: This park spans 356 acres and is located east of Niceville, about six miles north of Destin. This park is nestled in among the Bluewater Bay Community, with almost a mile of shoreline on Rocky Bayou Aquatic Preserve. There is a boat launch in this area, with a large trailer parking area. The park has 42 campsites with electric & water hook-ups, almost three miles of nature trails, three picnic pavilions, canoe rentals, freshwater lake and more. There is no designated swimming area because of the occasional presence of alligators and other aquatic wildlife. 833-9144; www.floridastateparks.org. Keaton Beach: Offers warm, clear waters washing a sandy beach with shaded picnic pavilions, rest rooms, 700-foot fishing pier and boat ramp – all in a quiet, laid-back atmosphere. This beach features fishing, swimming, snorkeling, scalloping, bird watching and a beautiful beach area. Campgrounds, full-service marina, hotel, condo rentals, restaurant at the point, public boat ramp. Taylor County is one of only five counties in Florida where scalloping is still allowed from July 1 until Sept. 10. Taylor County Chamber, 584-5366, www.keatonbeach.org. Mashes Sands/Mash Island Park: Boat ramps can be found where the wide, shallow river empties into Apalachee Bay. This is the northern-

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for rent for weekend getaways. The park offers camping and has bathrooms, showers and picnicking facilities. $5, per vehicle; $1 pedestrian or bicyclist. There are other public beaches on St. George Island; restrooms and picnic tables are available on the island at Bryant Patton Causeway and West Gorrie Dr. Contact: Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce, (850) 653-9419; (850) 927-2111; www.floridastateparks. org, www.apalachicolabay.org. St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge: For information on this 70,000 acre coastal refuge just south of Tallahassee, please see Attractions, Page 108.

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The city of St. Marks serves up fresh stone crabs, music, crafts and more at the Stone Crab Festival each October.

Selected area rivers, lakes and springs Florida State University Reservation: Waterfront park and conference room rentals, a 73-acre facility with 10 active acres, located on beautiful Lake Bradford. The “Rez” is located 1/4 mile from the airport and four miles from the Florida State campus. This unique natural setting offers canoeing, kayaking, picnicing, swimming and many other activities. No pets allowed. FSU students with ID free; Adults $2; children 7-15 $1; 6 and under free. 3226 Flastacowo Road, Tallahassee, FL. 644-6892; fsu.campusrec.com/reservation. Lake Hall at Maclay Gardens State Park: Lake Hall provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Only boats without motors or with electric motors are allowed. Pavilions and grills along the shore provide the perfect setting for a picnic. For walking enthusiasts, two short nature trails meander through the woods overlooking the lake. Hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians can enjoy five miles of multi-use trails

winding through the woods surrounding Lake Overstreet, located on park property adjoining the gardens. $4, per carload, single occupancy, $3; $1, pedestrian or bicyclist. Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, 3540 Thomasville Road, 487-4556, www. floridastateparks.org. Ochlockonee River State Park: This jewel of a park is a great place to get away for a weekend or a week-long vacation. Picnic facilities and a swimming area are near the scenic point where the Ochlockonee and Dead rivers intersect. Ochlockonee, which means “yellow waters,” is a mix of brackish, tidal surge, and fresh water. Pristine and deep, the river empties into the Gulf of Mexico. Trails allow visitors to explore the park. A boat ramp provides easy access to the river. Both freshwater and saltwater fish inhabit the waters around the park, including bass, bream, catfish and speckled perch. There are fullfacility campsites with access to restrooms and showers, and pets are allowed in the camping area. Youth group camping is also available. Located 4 miles south of Sopchoppy, on U.S. 319. 8 a.m. to sunset. Fishing areas, short nature trails through a pine forest, swimming in designated areas. $3/per car; $1/ pedestrians/ bicyclists; $6/boat launching fee; $15/camping fee; picnic pavilions available for rent. 962-2771. Wakulla Springs State Park: Home of one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world, this park plays host to an abundance of wildlife, including alligators, turtles, deer and birds. Daily, guided riverboat tours provide a closer view of wildlife, and glass bottom boat tours are offered when the water is clear. Swimming is a popular activity during the hot summer months. A nature trail offers a leisurely walk along the upland wooded areas of the park. The Wakulla Springs Lodge was built in 1937 by financier Edward Ball and is open year-round. A full-service dining room overlooks the Spring; lodge meeting facilities offer a place for retreats. Wakulla Springs State Park and Lodge is listed on the Natural Register of Historic Places and is designated as a National Natural Landmark. Amenities include a lifeguard, restrooms, picnic tables, grills, boat tours, restaurant, lodge and nature trails. $4, per carload; $1, pedestrian or bicyclist. 550 Wakulla Drive. Located 14 miles south of Tallahassee on State Road 267 at the intersection of State Road 61. 9260700; www.floridastateparks.org.

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arlier this year, Tallahassee culture mavens were treated to performances by the ground-breaking Mark Morris Dance Group, legendary songsmith Randy Newman, fiery classical pianist Gabriela Montero, cultural and comedy icon Bill Cosby, author and culinary miscreant Anthony Bourdain and Grammy Award-winning chanteause Luciana Souza. They saw the premiere of a major new work by The Kronos Quartet and Chinese pipa goddess Wu Man, got a sneak peek at the movie “Win Win” and witnessed jazz pianist Marcus Roberts perform a thrilling “Rhapsody in Blue” with the FSU Symphony Orchestra and guest Jason Marsalis. A rapt audience was transported to radio-land by “This American Life” host Ira Glass and watched in awe as hoofer Savion Glover tapped out some flashy footwork to flamenco music. That explosion of culture took place over the course of 10 days — 10 days! — in February as part of the annual Seven Days of Opening Nights arts festival. During that same time period, unrelated to Seven Days, Chicago posse Lubriphonic funked it up at The Engine Room, N’Awlins guitarist Eric Lindell brought a bayou breeze to Bradfordville Blues Club, American music icon Willie Nelson packed The Moon

with fans and proto-punk legend Jonathan Richman entertained the faithful at FSU’s Club Downunder. And while February is the busiest month on the cultural calendar, there’s plenty to do every other month of the year in Tallahassee. If you are an aficionado of the fine arts, scratch that itch at the monthly First Friday Gallery Hop, in which galleries all over town stay open late to let art-lovers ogle the goods. There are now two Tallahassee Art Showcase Trolleys to ferry folks from place to place, although you’re on your own for transport to the Gaines Street area and Railroad Square Art Park, where the event resembles a street fair with live music, food, performance art and more. The area brims with thespian talent, from the fine college programs at FSU, FAMU and TCC to solid community theater groups. If you hunger for the neon lights on Broadway, get the next best thing with the Civic Center’s Broadway Series of professional touring productions. The city is light on its feet, with acclaimed dance programs at FAMU and FSU, where Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, founder of the acclaimed Urban Bush Women troupe, is on the faculty. And there’s music, sweet music, a-plenty in all its diversity, from the classical offerings of the Tallahassee

Symphony and university orchestras and ensembles to sizzling jazz to gut-bucket blues to cutting-edge indie music to world music ensembles. A host of choral groups raise their voices year-round. Keep your eye on the culinary prize — the dining scene is constantly evolving. There’s a new emphasis on local ingredients, and chefs around town are fusing cuisines in unique, vibrant dishes. Of course, we are blessed by proximity to the coast with an abundance of fresh seafood. We are, in fact, blessed in so many ways here in Tallahassee, a city where culture builds community and community encourages and supports culture, and so it goes and so it goes. It’s a sweet place to live and a soft place to land. Welcome — we think you’re going to like it here.

Kati Schardl is the features editor for the Tallahassee Democrat and a long-time chronicler of, and participant in, the local arts and culture scene.

Her favorite thing about Tallahassee? It’s impossible to pick just one — she has lived here 30-plus years and loves pretty much everything about it.

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es, it’s muggy and buggy here. And, yes, the cockroaches can fly — though we North Florida natives prefer to think of the winged palmetto bugs as little flying Florida fairies who are just trying to say hello. Granted, this place takes a little getting used to, but once you acclimate it’s rather great. So, if you’ve come for a lifetime or if you’re just passing through for school, here’s a little tip sheet — in no particular order — to help you get familiar with your new surroundings. There are 25 suggestions listed here, but if you visit Tallahassee.com, you can find 50 tips. Double the fun. At the hop: Get to know the city’s artier side during the monthly First Friday Gallery Hop. It’s basically an open-house party thrown at galleries and studios all over town. The epicenter is Railroad Square Art Park, a funky warehouse district that’s home to quirky shops, boutiques and art spaces. Plus, there’s a good chance you might score a cold glass of cheap wine for free. Blues you can use: If you’re ever making a movie about a funky blues band traveling around the South and you need the perfect juke joint as the backdrop, look no further than the Bradfordville Blues Club on Moses Lane. It’s a cinderblock shack tucked beneath gorgeous live oaks where the music is the focal point and the fried fish, drinks and camaraderie are a bonus. Hard to find but impossible to forget. CUE UP FOR LITERATURE: When classes are in session,

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the Florida State Creative Writing Program plays host to the city’s longest-running Literary Reading Series at The Warehouse. One part of The Warehouse is a pool hall and the other is a concert hall with a stage. We’re talking billiards and brains. The lineup features visiting writers (Antonya Nelson, Jim Harrison), hometown faves (Julianna Baggott, David Kirby) and graduate students who are learning their craft. It’s also free. Can’t beat that. Hoop (skirt) it up: Several decades ago, the Legislature threatened to pull up stakes and move to Orlando. The city threw a party for the lawmakers, called it Springtime Tallahassee and begged them to stay. Judging by the most recent crop of politicos to grace the Capitol, maybe the city should have waved goodbye instead. Ah, but the festival caught on and now it’s the biggest civic celebration of the year. Young women dress in hoop skirts. The Rough Riders come up from Tampa and fire guns in the street. You can eat fried gator meat on a stick. Protestors always find something to carp about. It’s Southern craziness at its best. Shop at club Publix: If you are young and single —

“Andrew Jackson� rides again every year for the big parade during the Springtime Tallahassee festival. Below left, FSU has its very own circus. TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT PHOTOS

or, heck, if you haven’t recently gone blind — make a date to shop for beer and other college essentials at Club Publix on Ocala Road. Thanks to its location near three colleges, the aisles are packed with young shoppers who don’t believe in a strict dress code. You’ll finally see what Publix means by its advertising slogan: “Where Shopping is a Pleasure.� COUNT TO SEVEN DAYS: Every February, culture vultures lose a lot of sleep

thanks to the onslaught of the Seven Days of Opening Nights arts festival. (It runs longer than seven days, by the way, but who’s keeping a strict count?) Past visitors to Seven Days include novelist Salman Rushdie, comedian Bill Cosby, soulgospel great Mavis Staples, the cutting-edge Kronos Quartet, Oscar-winning filmmaker Jonathan Demme, foodie philosopher Anthony Bourdain, humorist David Sedaris, writer Amy Tan, American music legend Randy Newman and on and on. It’s a chance to broaden your cultural horizons — and see a darn good show. Get juiced at the Moose: The watering hole Bullwinkle’s on the Tennessee Street Strip is just as much a Tallahassee landmark as the Governor’s Mansion. And the happy

hour specials are much more reasonable. Drop by on a spring or fall afternoon and enjoy the back deck for a refreshing adult beverage. It gets kind of loud and crowded as the night progresses, especially on football weekends. 100 REASONS WHY: It’s not a secret that about half the crowd in Bragg Stadium on any given game day is really there to see FAMU’s famed Marching 100 band perform during the halftime show. The band has even been known to get a penalty for delay of game because the show was so hot that neither musicians or audience members wanted it to stop. You owe it to yourself to see the 100 on its own home turf. ENJOY DRINKS AT WATERWORKS: A Tiki bar with a retro-lounge vibe, Waterworks was one of the

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leaders in the Midtown renaissance that first took shape in the late ‘90s. You never know what Waterworks will be up to on any given night — a hipster prom, a Science Salon, a live Skype appearance by radio sage Hearty White, a country-tinged DJ night, a guy in a monkey suit calling Bingo numbers. It’s comfy and unpredictable all at the same time — a Tallahassee institution that is loaded with quirky personality. UP ON A TIGHTROPE: FSU is one of the few colleges in the world where you can study chemistry in the day and learn to walk a tightrope at night. The Flying High Circus is made up of average college students who learn to do some pretty spectacular things when it comes to juggling, acrobatics and clowning around. The Big Top invites the public to come watch every spring. THE VIEW FROM HERE: They say on a clear day you can see Gov. Rick Scott’s bald head from 20 miles away if you are on the 22nd floor of the New Capitol. Oh, wait, PLEASE SEE picks, NEXT PAGE

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make that the Gulf of Mexico. You can see the Gulf from way up there. DINE ON SWINE AT BRADLEY’S: If you are a vegetarian, you can skip this one. But if you dine on swine, make a beeline up gorgeous canopied Centerville Road until you come to Bradley’s Country Store near Moccasin Gap. The place looks like something straight out of the era of “To Kill A Mockingbird” (screen doors, front porch, wood floors), so that’s cool. It’s also home to some of the most delicious sausage in the South starting in midOctober and running through May. We’re talking downhome, y’all. DRUM UP SOMETHING NEW: You may have noticed that it takes a long plane ride and a lot of money to reach Africa. Don’t worry, Africa comes to Tallahassee once a year during the annual Florida African Dance Festival, usually held in early June. Dancers, drummers and educators from around the African continent and the United States descend on the Capital City for three or four days of workshops, dance classes, seminars and more. The grand finale concert is not to be missed. JAZZ IT UP: Considering its size, Tallahassee has more top-notch jazz musicians living here than cities five times larger. It’s not hometown hyperbole to say that pianist Marcus Roberts, who teaches at FSU, is one of the top jazz musicians on the planet. Horn player Scotty Barnhart tours the world with the Count Basie Band when he’s not teaching or playing in Tallahassee. You’d have to hunt a long time to find a

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horn player who is cooler and more controlled than FAMU jazz professor Longineu Parsons. Drummer Leon Anderson’s resume includes regular gigs with several members of the Marsalis dynasty. The list goes on. With so many expert jazz educators in town, it’s not surprising that student jazz musicians already sound like pros. GET SMASHED AT THE ROLLER DERBY: If you like to live dangerously, grab a ringside seat during the next bout featuring The Tallahassee Roller Girls and some visiting roller-derby team that has a death wish. When these lethal ladies take a spill, it’s not just for show. Don’t miss the pregame fun when the derby dames are introduced to the crowd by their fighting names (Fem Venomous, Trailer Thrash, Jabba The Butt, etc.). It’s kitschy, kickbutt fun at its best. YO, GIANT ARMADILLO: The Museum of Florida History is not only home to a waycool mastodon skeleton and a life-size steamboat, it also has a replica of a prehistoric armadillo the size of a Cooper Mini. Think what one of those suckers could have done to the backyard garden. WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE (CRUISE): Half the fun of taking the jungle cruise boat ride down the Wakulla River from Wakulla Spring is listening to the pilot’s running narratives about wildlife. Did you know an anhinga is also known as “the snake bird, lady’s favorite?” Arrive early to get the best viewing of the wild critters. ON POLITICAL PARADE: When the Legislature is in session during the spring, grab a seat outside at Andrew’s Bar & Grill on the Adams Street Commons

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every week day around 5 p.m. to enjoy the parade of lobbyists, lawmakers and lawyers leaving the Capitol complex. You will know them by their expensive suits and cell phones that are permanently glued to the ear lobes. MAKE A MISSION STATEMENT: See how the Spaniards did things when they were new tenants around Tallahassee at Mission San Luis. If you are the owner of a particularly grumpy cat or irritable dog, the Mission holds an annual Blessing of the Pets in the spring in which a real priest will try to put in a good word for Fluffy or Fido. NOW THAT’S A SWEET RIDE: Car nuts will find plenty to drool over at the Tallahassee Automobile Museum. It’s home to rare rides (an 1894 Duryea that’s worth a cool million) and pop-cult artifacts (the Batmobiles from the “Batman” movies). Owner Devoe Moore also collects everything from grand pianos to antique bikes to old toys. He’s like a hip grandfather with a large wallet and a really nice garage. HIT THE TRAIL: Riding a bike around Tallahassee is hard work because it’s so darn hilly and the roads are congested with cars. The St. Marks Bike Trail, which is built over an old railroad bed that ran from Tallahassee to the coast, is flat, flat, flat. There are also no cars allowed on the paved choo-choo path, though do keep an eye out for joggers. As a reward, you get to have one cold beer when you reach St. Marks. BLACK TO THE PAST: History is both triumphant and tragic. The outstanding FAMU Black Archives Research Center and Museum presents both sides of the story by dis-

playing shocking relics from slavery days as well as the real stories about famous black writers, politicians, artists and photographers. It’s an impressive collection and a good measure of how things have changed for the better in the South. MOUNDS AROUND TOWN: The original inhabitants of Tallahassee were moundbuilders. If you need proof head out to the Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park, which is home to six earthen temple mounds and what appears to be a burial mound. All sorts of preColumbian artifacts have been discovered in the area. Also, check out the littleknown Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park near Monticello. It’s practically a little mountain. SYMPHONIC BLISS: Thanks to all the colleges and music schools around these parts, the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra is stacked with players who are ringers. To boot, the TSO just got a new $36-million acoustically perfect venue to call home when the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall re-opened its doors last fall. There’s no better time to hear a symphony than now. CLAIMIN’ KLEMAN PLAZA: Spend an afternoon on Kleman Plaza, in the heart of downtown, by visiting The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science, taking in a five-story flick at the IMAX, chilling out in the Planetarium, dining out on the patio at Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill and enjoying some of the most reasonably priced drinks in town at 101 Restaurant & Lounge. Then, if you’ve still got pep in your step, party the night away at Mint or Versi. Be sure to take a cab home, though.

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Looking for a celebration? Here’s a sampling of this area’s many events. North Florida Wine & Food Festival: FSU’s Dedman School of Hospitality hosts its annual celebration of the fruit of the vine on Saturday, Oct. 15. Dr. Mark Bonn, 567-1826, www.winefoodfest.com 12th Annual Fur Ball Gala: The community dresses up to support the Leon County Humane Society on Oct. 1. This year’s theme is “Hairy Pawter.” www.lchs. info, 224-9193. Seven Days of Opening Nights: Arts and culture sparkle in February as this arts festival packs the calendar with performances, exhibits, films and more. www.sevendays festival.org Red Hills Horse Trials: Each March, some of the world’s finest equestrians and their talented horses come to Elinor Klapp Phipps Park for the three-day competition. Springtime Tallahassee: When the dogwoods and azaleas are in bloom, more than 200,000 people flock downtown for Springtime Tallahassee. Festivities include a parade, a Jubilee in the Park with arts, crafts and food vendors, live music and more. The next one is March 31. www. springtimetallahassee.com Stephen C. Smith Regatta: Spend a weekend at Shell Point in April watching boats and windsurfers compete. www. smithregatta.com Tallahassee Film Festival: This spring festival is a hit with cine-philes and fills up the calendar with screenings, parties and workshops. www.tallahasseefilmfestival.com Panacea Blue Crab Festival: The delectable “beautiful swimmer” and the seafood industry in general are showcased in May in Panacea. After a parade down U.S. 98, folks flock to Woolley Park to enjoy music, seafood and fireworks. www.bluecrabfest.com Tallahassee PrideFest: The city’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community celebrates each spring with PrideFest, a cornucopia of art openings, performances, theater and a day of fun at Kleman Plaza. African Dance Festival: Drummers and dancers from all around the globe are drawn to this three-day festival each June. www. fadf.org Tallahassee Celebrates America: Thousands of souls fill Tom Brown Park each Fourth of July to for a free concert and fireworks. www.celebratetallahassee.com Experience Asia 2009: Each fall, the

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The fair cranks up in November. Asian Coalition of Tallahassee showcases the cultural diversity of the Asian community in the downtown Chain of Parks. www. asiantlh.org Tallahassee Greek Food Festival: Offer an “Opa!” toast on the grounds of Holy Mother of God Greek Orthodox Church in November. http://www.hmog.org/festival Florida A&M University Homecoming: The Rattler Nation converges on Tallahassee for festivities that include step-dancing, receptions, luncheons, a parade and the game. www.famu.edu North Florida Fair: From Nov. 3 through 13, folks flock to the fairground to ride the rides, catch musical acts, peruse exhibits and gobble down corn dogs and other fair fare. www.northfloridafair.com Florida Seafood Festival: Apalachicola is jammed with seafood lovers hungry for the bounty of the Gulf and great entertainment Nov. 4 and 5. www.floridaseafoodfestival.com Florida State Homecoming: The big game and the parade are always a hit, but the celebration is also big on laughs. The Powwow in the Civic Center always features a big-name comic. For 2011, the game is Nov. 19 against Virginia. http://homecoming. fsu.edu 16th Annual Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival: Some of the finest sporting and wildlife artists in the Southeast display their works at the Thomasville Cultural Center in Thomasville, Ga. on Nov. 19 and 20. www.pwaf.org Winter Festival: The city throws its holiday party in December, with a nighttime parade, the Jingle Bell Run, a street festival and 10 gazillion white lights downtown. www.talgov.com Market Days: This benefit for the Tallahassee Museum is always much anticipated. On Dec. 3 and 4, creations from more than 300 artists and artisans fill buildings and plazas at the North Florida Fairground. www.marketdays.org

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ey there Tallahasseeans, and welcome newcomers. I’m Elizabeth Mack, Tallahassee Democrat reporter, also known as “Girl About Town.” Tallahassee is an amazing city. However, about two years ago, I would have told you the exact opposite. I came to Tallahassee in 2004 as a student at Florida A&M University. Like many students, I believed the city was a slow little town with nothing to do. Then, in 2009, I started working at the Tallahassee Democrat as an intern. It was then that I plunged head-first into seeing what Tallahassee had to offer. I was impressed. There is something for everyone in Tallahassee. You just have to be on the lookout. Here are a few things I suggest you do to become more acquainted with the city: n Check local websites and read your paper: I don’t say this because I work for the Tallahassee Democrat. When I was an Elizabeth Mack is the Tallahassee intern, I got Democrat’s business and downtown my start with reporter and writes two columns in the discovering Local and Capital section. She also hosts a weekly entertainment show on Tallahassee by Tallahassee.com called Limelight Live. checking out Favorite thing about living Limelight on here: The people — everyone has Fridays. Also, an interesting story to tell. events are posted online at Tallahassee.com. Another good resource is the Council of Culture and Arts. n Go out! You can easily learn about Tallahassee by simply getting out and visiting any of the dozens upon dozens of restaurants, stores, historical sights, museums, parks and more listed in this guide. n Get involved: Join a club, attend events, participate in local sports, volunteer. The opportunities are endless.

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ATTRACTIONS FOR THE KIDS (AND GROWN-UPS) Challenger Learning Center: A 32,000-square-foot facility in downtown Tallahassee featuring state-ofthe-art Space Mission Simulator, a five-stories-tall IMAX Theatre and a digital, domed, high-definition Planetarium & Theatre. IMAX and planetarium shows begin on the hour, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon. through Thurs., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri. and Sat., noon-7 p.m. Sun. Student, senior, and group discounts available. 200 S. Duval, Kleman Plaza. 645-7827, www.challengertlh.com. Wild Adventures: Animal-oriented family theme park and zoo in Valdosta, Ga. Highlights include more than 50 rides and rollercoasters, the Splash Island water park and regularly scheduled concerts. Hours of operation vary; call or check online for details and prices. Daily and annual passes offered. (229) 2197080, www.wildadventures.net.

NATURE AND NATURAL ATTRACTIONS Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park: On the hills overlooking Lake Hall, New York financier Alfred B. Maclay created a masterpiece of floral architecture. The 28-acre ornamental gardens contain the historic Maclay home, picnic/recreation area, boat ramp, fishing dock and 5 miles of hiking/bicycle/equestrian trails. Check at ranger-gatepost kiosk for list of programs and events. $6 per carload (up to eight people); extra people, walk-ins and bicyclists $2 per person. Open 8 a.m.-sunset daily. $6 per adult, $3 per child younger than 13, children 2 or younger admitted free. High bloom season at the gardens is Jan. 1-April 30. The Maclay House is usually open during that time, at no extra charge. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 3540 Thomasville Road. 4874556, www.floridastateparks.org. Birdsong Nature Center: Featuring 565 acres of lush fields, wooded forests and swampland offering a pristine haven for birds and other native wildlife and 12 miles of nature trails well-suited for casual hiking. The center also has a butterfly garden, a small picnic area and a bird window that allows up-close observation of native and migratory birds. Special events, such as nature walks and star-gazing treks, offered. Free to members. Nonmembers: $5, adults; $2.50, kids age 4-12. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tall Timbers Research Station and Land Conservancy: Private nonprofit organization. Programs focus on wildlife research, conservation, land management, fire technology and education. Highlights include the 1895 Beadel House, the Jones Family Tenant House and Corn Crib, lush vegetation and a panoramic view of Lake Iamonia. Free admission. Beadel House tours are one Sunday a month. Group tours may be scheduled. Call 893-4153, ext. 264. Members may

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Hernando DeSoto State Historic Site: The only confirmed DeSoto site in North America was discovered by state archaeologist Calvin Jones in 1987. Copper coins, links of chainmail armor and glass trade beads dating to DeSoto’s visit were among some 40,000 artifacts found at the 1539-40 winter camp site. 1001 DeSoto Park Drive. 245-6340.

Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratories Aquarium: View hundreds of living animals from the Gulf of Mexico – from invertebrates such as sponges, anemones, starfish, crabs and tunicates to fish such as sharks, sting rays, moray eels and black sea bass. Pick up and touch starfish, sea pansies, sand dollars, whelks, clams and more in touch-trays and tanks. $8.50, ages 12 and up; $6 65+; $6, ages 3-11; free, 2-under and members; call for group rates and reservations. 9 a.m.-5 .m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat., noon-4 p.m. Sun. Guided tours available by reservation. 222 Clark Drive off Highway 98, Panacea. 984-5297, www.gulfspecimen.org.

St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge: Its 70,000 acres include coastal marshes, islands, tidal creeks and estuaries of seven North Florida rivers, and are home to a diverse community of plant and animal life. The refuge also has strong ties to a rich cultural past, and is home to the St. Marks Lighthouse. The Visitor Center presents a general overview of the refuge, a number of displays and a gift shop. $5 per car, dawn to dusk. Three miles south of U.S. 98 on County Road 59. 925-6121, www. fws.gov/saintmarks.

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Wed., Fri., Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun., North Meridian Road, 4 miles north of the Florida-Georgia border, (229) 3774408. www.birdsongnaturecenter.org.

The Parks of Park Avenue: Seven in number and stretching along what, in territorial days, was known as 200Foot Street, the string of downtown parks dates to the 1880s. The parks include Cherokee Park, E. Peck Green Park, McCarty Park and Ponce de Leon Park, which hosts the Downtown Marketplace. Tallahassee’s premier open-air market features arts, crafts, music, food, a farmers’ market and children’s activities. March-November, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. Monroe Street and Park Avenue. Allen Thompson, 2243252, www.downtownmarket.com.

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Lapham-Patterson House: Fishscale shingles, oriental-style porch decorations, longleaf pine inlaid floors and walk-through stairway with cantilevered balcony make this an outstanding example of Victorian craftsmanship. The house contains no right angles, making it one-of-a-kind. Built in 1884-85, it was named a National Historic Landmark in 1975. $5 adults, $1 children age 18 and under. Call for hours and tours. 626 N. Dawson St., Thomasville, Ga., (229) 2267664. ray stanyard

Reconstructions of features such as this Spanish fort allow a glimpse into the past at Mission San Luis. Below, the Challenger Learning Center features a Planetarium and Theatre along with an IMAX theater. use nature trail and bird window Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call or visit website for membership information. 13093 Henry Beadel Drive, off County Road 12. 893-4153, www. talltimbers.org.

The Columns: The one-time home of William “Money� Williams, a wealthy banker, this 1830s two-story is considered one of Florida’s finest remaining examples of Greek Revival architecture. 100 N. Duval St.

HISTORICAL SITES Bradley’s Country Store: The Bradleys’ modest little shop in northeastern Leon County stands today as it did when it was built in 1927. The atmospheric store is also known for its sausage, grits, hogshead cheese, liver pudding, cracklings, coarse ground country milled grits and corn meal. A sure-fire, don’t-miss Tallahassee event is Bradley’s annual Old-Fashioned Fun Day each fall. 10655 Centerville Road, 12 miles northeast of Tallahassee. Closed Sundays. 893-1647, www.bradleyscountrystore.com. The Capitol Downtown Cultural District: Ten blocks of culture and heritage which await exploration in the heart of downtown Tallahassee. Experience high quality museums of art, history and science, watch an IMAX movie, explore space in a planetarium, view public art, sculptures

Revival plantation home, built in 1856. The formal gardens were laid out in the 1850s. Today the house is used as a conference and event site. 329 N. Meridian St., 891-3900, www. talgov.com.

First Presbyterian Church: This Greek Revival church, completed in 1838, is one of the oldest buildings in Tallahassee. The Territorial government designated the sanctuary as an official refuge during the Seminole Indian Wars. 110 N. Adams St. 2224504.

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and memorials and more. Twentyeight sites make up the district and hours of operation vary. 245-6300, www.flheritage.com. Brokaw-McDougall House: A “Gone with the Wind� kind of Classical

Florida Governor’s Mansion: This 1950s building is furnished with antiques and antique reproductions. The lushly landscaped grounds showcasing Florida’s native plants cover almost 3 acres. Tours available during legislative sessions and the holiday season. Year-round tours available by appointment. 700 N. Adams St., 9224991, www.floridagovernorsmansion. com. Gallie’s Hall: Grocer Alexander Gallie brought culture to the 1870s capital city with this performance hall and its two-story iron gallery. Contained the

Mission San Luis: A living history museum on the site of a 17th-century Apalachee Indian and Spanish settlement. Costumed “residents� explain cooking, gardening, blacksmithing, soldiering, and other everyday activities. Reconstructions of the fort, Apalachee council house, church, friary, and a Spanish house show visitors what historical archaeology has taught us about the people and their structures. From 1656 to 1704, this settlement was the western capital of the Spanish mission system in Florida. A new visitor center now houses a museum shop and exhibits, as well as meeting and reception spaces for rent. Annual events at the Mission include a Chihuahua Parade in May, Blessing of Animals in October, Giving Thanks in November and Commemorative Mass in December. Craft workshops, Historical Happenings presentations and children’s day camps are offered throughout the year. Entrance fees: $5 adults, $3 seniors, $2 children 6-17, free for children younger than 6, members and active military. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues. through Sun. 2100 W. Tennessee St.. 245-6406, www. missionsanluis.org. Old City Cemetery: Opened in 1829, this cemetery became the final resting place for pioneers, slaves and members of both the Union and Confederate armies, plus several

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Florida governors. There’s a self-guided walking tour brochure at the entrance kiosk. Open sunrise to sunset. Park Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Adjoining the Old City Cemetery is St. John’s Episcopal Cemetery, founded in 1840 and the final resting place for Prince Achille Murat, nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife. At the corner of Call Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. 1884 Paxton House Museum: A Victorian bed and breakfast inn in Thomasville, Ga. 445 Remington Ave., Thomasville. (229) 226-5197. www.1884paxtonhouseinn.com. Pebble Hill Plantation: A tribute to the sporting life of the Deep South and home to extensive fine art, crystal, porcelain and other collections. Aside from the main house, the grounds include the Fire Engine House, Nurse’s Station, Log Cabin School, Plantation Store and Noah’s Ark (which houses Clinton Shepherd paintings of the animals of the Ark). Tours available. Grounds admission: $5 adults, $2 children 2-12, under 2 free. Main house: $10 adults, $4 children in grades 1-6, younger children

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MUSIC ORGANIZATIONS Apalachee Blues Society: A nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to nurturing the blues. www. apalacheebluessociety.com The Artist Series: Provides five world-class musical concerts each season. The 2011-2012 season features mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano, pianist Andreas Klein, the Carducci String Quartet, enhake, and violist Jennifer Stumm. Concerts are in FSU’s Opperman Music Hall. 224-9934, www.theartistseries.org Big Bend Community Orchestra: A volunteer orchestra of more than 50 musicians of all ages. Membership is open to capable musicians on a space-available basis, with priority given to adults. 1897 Capital Circle N.E., Suite 204, 224-9934. www. BBCOrch.org; artistseriesbbco@hotmail.com The Boys’ Choir of Tallahassee: The Boys’ Choir of Tallahassee (BCT), directed by Earle Lee Jr., is a community outreach program for young men ages 8-18. Earle Lee Jr., executive director, 528-2403; www.boyschoirtlh.org, fsufamu@yahoo.com Capital Chordsmen: Tallahassee’s chapter of the national Barbershop Harmony Society (formerly SPEBSQSA) sings traditional and contemporary songs in men’s four-part a-cappella harmony style all around the Big Bend. Beginning and experienced singers are welcome. 2247729. www.capitalchordsmen.org; brungerrob@embarqmail.com Capital City Band of Tallahassee Community College: This nonaudition group is made up largely of community members over the age of 18 and is available for college credit. People wishing to join, must be able to play a band instruments and read music. TCC 444, Appleyard Drive. Gary Coates, band director, 567-6336 or 201-8368, or coatesg@tcc.fl.edu. www.tcc.fl.edu/about_tcc/the_arts_ at_tcc/music_programs Classical Guitar Society of Tallahassee: Promotes the classical guitar. Master classes, impromptu performances by members at monthly meetings, ensemble practice and performance. Tim Atkinson, 521-0700; www.guitarfoundation.org Florida A&M University Department of Music: Prepares musicians for training positions and is home to the Marching 100 Band. 599-3024; www.famu.edu FSU Capital Children’s Choir: The

Capital Children’s Choir is a community outreach program for children in kindergarten through ninth grade sponsored by the College of Music at FSU. Teaches singing techniques and music to children in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Everyone who comes to sing is welcome! http://www.music. fsu.edu/Ensembles/Music-in-theCommunity/Capital-Children-s-Choir; 644-4565, sbyrnes@fsu.edu FSU College of Music: Performs more than 450 concerts and recitals throughout the year. Most performances given by the school are free. Go to http://music.fsu.edu for more information on events.

occasion. 668-4505, www.tbq5.net Tallahassee Civic Chorale: A 40 to 50-member, nonaudition, adult chorus that performs three concerts yearly. 942-1893, www.civicchorale.org Tallahassee Community Chorus: Conducted by Dr. Andre Thomas. Everyone is invited. Auditions are not required but there is a registration fee. 597-0603, www.tcchorus.org Tallahassee Community College Jazz Band: A nonaudition music class that offers an outlet to learn and perform a wide variety of stage band music. Community members, TCC students and high school seniors

Sopchoppy Opry: Downhome country music. Held at 7 p.m. the last Saturday, January through November, at Historic Sopchoppy High School Auditorium. 962-3711.

Tallahassee Brass Quintet: Ceremonial or festive music for every

ARTS GROUPS Art Alleys: Join creative volunteers and students to help maintain two city right-of-way alleys as green spaces. Behind St. Michael’s Pub, 513 W. Gaines St., http://getgreen. art.fsu.edu/index.html, alleyvolunteer@gmail.com, 422-3636 Artists’ League of FSU Museum of Fine Arts: Promotes regional artists and supports their personal growth by: creating exhibition opportunities;

capable of playing an appropriate instrument and reading music are eligible for membership. TCC 444, Appleyard Drive. Gary Coates, band director, 567-6336 or 201-8368, or coatesg@tcc.fl.edu. www.tcc.fl.edu/ about_tcc/the_arts_at_tcc/music_ programs

African Caribbean Dance Theater: A nonprofit youth and adult cultural education organization based in Tallahassee. ACDT offers year-round classes, workshops and performances and presents the annual Florida African Dance Festival. 539-4087, www.fadf.org

Tallahassee Girls’ Choir of CHOICE: Open to girls ages 8-18. The girls meet Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bethel AME Church, 501 W. Orange Ave.. Director Rosalie Hill, 576-7501.

The Argentine Tango Society of Tallahassee: A nonprofit educational organization dedicated to the Argentine Tango. 322-8688. www. tangotallahassee.com; info@tangotallahassee.com

Tallahassee Nashville Songwriters Association International: Nonprofit organization with more than 4,500 members worldwide. Offers NSAI Songwriter Workshop for songwriters. Ron Patrick, 509-3002., ron@ greaterbigbendmusic.com. The Tallahassee Pipe Band: Performances of and instruction in bagpiping and drumming. Available for events. Bill Dewar, 894-9176; Pipe Major Joe Ashcraft, 545-9723 or joebagpipes@yahoo.com.

Stubbs’ Educational Foundation: This community foundation provides an avenue for local music teachers to offer instructional programs to scholarship students. 1260 Timberlane Road, 893-8782, music@stubbs.org, www.StubbsFoundation.org

Tallahassee Brass Band: All-brass instruments, volunteer group dedicated to performance in the style of a traditional British brass band. 2893 Duffton Loop. 562-2752, dlo5253@ yahoo.com

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Florida State Opera: Part of the FSU School of Music. 644-6500; http:// music.fsu.edu; www.tickets.fsu.edu

The Tallahassee Bach Parley: The Tallahassee Bach Parley presents a three-concert season of Baroque music. 224-8025, musicdirector@tallahasseebachparley.org, www.tallahasseebachparley.org

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Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra: The city’s resident professional orchestra. 224-0461, www. tallahasseesymphony.org. University Musical Associates: The community patrons’ group for the FSU College of Music. 132 N. Copeland St. 644-4744. music.fsu. edu; kshively@fsu.edu MIKE EWEN

Members of the FAMU French Horn Ensemble play at Lee hall on the university’s campus during the annual Black History Concert.

offering seminars; featuring speakers; offering networking opportunities. www.artistsleaguefsu.org COCA (Council on Culture & Arts for Tallahassee and Leon County): A nonprofit organization that serves as the facilitator and voice for the arts and cultural industry in Florida’s capital area. 816 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 224-2500. www. cocanet.org; cultural@cocanet.org. LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts: Promotes education, interest

Voces Angelorum: “Voices of Angels.� Charles Witmer directs this volunteer women’s chamber choir dedicated to classical music. Ten concerts a year. Auditions in May. 942-6075,t www.vocestally.org Tallahassee Winds: An adult symphonic band that plays challenging wind band literature. music.fsu.edu/ tallahasseewinds/.

and participation in the contemporary visual arts. Since 1963, LeMoyne and its members have supported the arts in the Tallahassee community by providing exhibitions, education and a variety of art-filled experiences. 125 N. Gadsden St., www.LeMoyne.org, director@ LeMoyne.org, 222-8800 Plein Air Tallahassee: A collective of fine art artists who enjoy painting outdoors. Monthly planned outings are arranged from the fall through

The Azucar! Dance Company: A nonprofit student organization at Florida State University. Promotes the beauty and richness of Latin culture. www.azucarfsu.com. Dance Electric Dance Academy: Lessons in ballet, pointe, hip-hop, contemporary, modern, lyrical, jazz, tap. Ages 2 to adult. 2957-1 Capital Park Circle, 322-2360. www.danceelectric.net. FSU Ballroom Dance Club: Group offers the opportunity to learn ballroom, popular and Latin dances. Everyone welcome. Classes are usually Sunday nights in the FSU Union Ballrooms, Student Services Building, Room 203. Partners are not required; wear comfortable attire. pandrei@ eng.fsu.edu Florida State University Department of Dance: Degree-granting program dedicated to providing the highest caliber of dance training, practice and scholarship. dance-info@fsu.edu, 644-4425, http://dance.fsu.edu. In Step Studio Inc.: Multicultural studio featuring dance, music and costuming. 2609 Glover Road, 4215151. www.instepstudio.com. Killearn Kids Dance Troupe:

the spring to regional locations. Lorraine Clark, 878-3278. clarklg32311@comcast.net Seven Hills Handweavers Guild: An informal group of weavers who come together monthly. www.7hillshandweavers.org Society of Arts & Crafts: Organized in 1967 to promote arts and crafts and have an outlet for members projects. 2740 Parsons Rest, 5399537. www.societyofartsandcrafts.

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Michael Webb and dance partner Yizhen Wang hit the dance floor at the American Legion Hall at Lake Ella. The hall hosts WTNT Rug Cutters and other dance events. Children’s dance performance troupe in Killearn Lakes. Tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, hip hop and musical theatre. Mau’oli’oli Dancers/Troupe Arabesque: Classes in Middle Eastern belly dance, flamenco, Hawaiian and Tahitian styles. 4215151, www.instepstudio.com Pas de Vie Ballet: A nonprofit, semiprofessional ballet company dedicated to the preservation of the art of dance. “Pas de Vie� translates as “step of life.� 878-5113, pasdevieballet@gmail.com, www.pasdevieballet. com. Southern Academy of Ballet Arts: Classes for boys and girls in classical ballet, tap, creative movement. 1704C Capital Circle N.E. 222-0174, www. sababallet.com Tallahassee Ballet Company: A nonprofit dance company that provides a training ground for emerging profes-

com; www.bus406@bellsouth.net Tallahassee Film Festival: North Florida’s premier annual event designed to nurture all aspects of film culture and stimulate economic development, with a primary focus establishing Tallahassee as a major center of film culture. 300 W. Pensacola St., Suite 118C, 2019499. www.tallahasseefilmfestival. com; info@tallahasseefilmfestival. com

sionals. Offers quality productions of classical and contemporary works. 224-6917, office@tallahasseeballet. com, www.tallahasseeballet.org Tallahassee Community Friends of Old Time Dance: A nonprofit organization dedicated to the enjoyment, preservation and study of American traditional and historic dance, music and song. Offers contra dancing, an energetic style of folk dancing, at the Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. www.tallydancer.com.

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The Tallahassee Irish Step Dancers: Sponsored by Killearn Performing Arts, promotes Irish dance. David Jones or Shannon O’Bryan, 4437512, www.killearnpa.com Tallahassee Senior Center Dance Classes: The center hosts several dance classes, such as contra, line dance, ballroom-swing and more, for nominal fees. Check the Golden Review publication or the online calendar at Tallahassee.com for classes. 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. USA Ballroom Dance Association: This local chapter of a national organization promotes ballroom dancing to either a DJ or live band. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. Check Golden Review publication or the online calendar at Tallahassee.com for schedule and fees. WTNT Rug Cutters: Country-Western and swing dance, classes, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. American Legion Hall, Lake Ella. Sue Boyd, 224-4894.

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GALLERIES Artisans: Railroad Square Art Park, 625-C Industrial Drive, 222-5444. ArtPort Gallery: Tallahassee Regional Airport, 224-2500. Bali Hi Trading Company: Railroad Square Art Park, 565 Industrial Drive, and Midtown, 1123 Thomasville Road. 766-7175. www. balihi.us; aloha@balihi.us Big Bend Contemporary Gallery: Railroad Square Art Park, 629-A Industrial Drive. Black Archives Union Bank: 219 Apalachee Parkway, 561-2603. City Hall Art Gallery: second floor, 300 S. Adams St., 224-2500. Division of Cultural Affairs Gallery for Innovation and the Arts: R.A. Gray Building, first floor, 500 S. Bronough St., 245-6470. Exotica Gallery: Railroad Square Art Park, 1031 Commercial Drive, 459-1300; exoticagallery@yahoo. com. Fire Ants Fine Arts Studio: 1033 Commercial Drive, (757) 285-8029; http://fireantsfinearts.com/; fireantsstudio@yahoo.com First Street Art Gallery: 3220 Sharer Road, Tallahassee 32312; open by appointment only; (850) 385-4703. FSU Museum of Fine Arts: 250 Fine Arts Building, 530 W. Call St. 644-6836. Gadsden Arts Center: 13 N. Madison St., Quincy, 875-4866. Jefferson Arts: 575 W. Washington St., Monticello, (850) 997-3311, www.jeffersonartsgallery.com. LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts: 125 N. Gadsden St., 2228800. www.LeMoyne.org. Mary Brogan Museum: 350 S.

THEATER Duval St., 513-0700.

Oglesby Gallery: 104 Oglesby Union, Florida State University, 6444737, www.union.fsu.edu/gallery.

Dixie Theatre: Produces live professional theater and musical events. The professional season runs January through March with special events October through December. Info: (850) 653-3456. Reservations: (850) 653-3200, www.dixietheatre.com.

Railroad Square Art Park: 567 Industrial Drive, 224-1308. Renditions, An Art Space: 625-A Industrial Drive. 224-5554. www. renditionsart.org; renditionsart@ comcast.net Sally Rude Antiques and Fine Art Gallery: 1410-C5 Market St., 2224020, www.trocadero.com/mctc Signature Art Gallery: 2782 Capital Circle N.E., 297-2422, www.signatureartgallery.com

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David Perryman prepares to take a Great Horned Owl out of its enclosure at the Tallahassee Museum, which sponsors frequent educational events for adults and children.

621 Gallery: Railroad Square Art Park, 621 Industrial Drive, 2246163. www.621gallery.org; info@621gallery.org

MUSEUMS

South of Soho Co-Op Art Gallery: 629-C Industrial Drive, Railroad Square, 228-2166.

FAMU Meek-Eaton Black Archives and Museum: Features exhibits detailing the African-American experience in North Florida and beyond. Carnegie Center, Florida A&M University, 445 Gamble St., 599-3020.

Tallahassee Senior Center: 1400 N. Monroe St., 891-4000.

FSU Museum of Fine Arts: The mission of the museum is twofold: to enrich the university and the community by exhibiting works of art and to serve as a teaching instrument for art instruction. 250 Fine Arts Building, Florida State University, 644-6836, www.mofa.fsu.edu.

TCC Fine Art Galleries: Fine and Performing Arts Center, 444 Appleyard Drive, 201-6070. 1020 ART: 1020 E. Lafayette St. 383-1020. info@1020ART.com Thomasville Center for the Arts: 600 E. Washington St., Thomasville, Ga., (229) 226-0588. 22nd Floor Capitol Gallery: 400 S. Monroe St., 245-6470. Yrabedra Studio: 636 McDonnell Drive. 222-0121. www.yrabedra. net; yrabedra6@aol.com

Movies 8 2810 Sharer Road 671-8080 Regal Governor’s Square Stadium 12 1501 Governors Square Boulevard 878-7211 Regal Miracle 5 1815 Thomasville Road 224-2617

Goodwood Museum & Gardens: The antebellum plantation house features the oldest fresco ceilings in Florida, a Belgian crystal chandelier, Italian marble fireplaces and a unique collection of artifacts original to the estate and dating back to the mid-19th century. The gardens boast “bulb lawns” and heirloom roses. 1600 Miccosukee Road, 877-4202, www.goodwoodmuseum.org.

Florida A&M University’s Essential Theatre: Produces plays from classical to contemporary with an emphasis on African-American culture. Performances in the Charles Winter Wood Theatre at Tucker Hall on the FAMU campus. 561-2425. www. essentialtheatre.us/

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The Mickee Faust Club: Weird theater for the weird community. Cabarets, Shakespeare, original video and audio productions, and a Queer As Faust festival in June. 623 McDonnell Drive, 562-RATS (7287). www.mickeefaust.com Monticello Opera House: Built in 1890, Monticello Opera House offers a full performing season in its second-floor theater. 185 W. Washington St., Monticello, 997-4242. www. MonticelloFloridaOperaHouse.com Panhandle Players: Nonprofit community theater group dedicated to bringing quality entertainment to the Panhandle since 1987. P.O. Box 277, Eastpoint, 927-4412. www.panhandleplayers.com; sisung@fairpoint.net Quincy Music Theatre: The renovated theater seats 459 guests. 118 E. Washington St., Quincy, 875-9444, www.qmtonline.com.

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NIGHTLIFE A.J.’s Sports Bar: A popular spot to watch both college and professional sports. 1800 W. Tennessee St. 6810731. www.ajstallahassee.com American Legion Hall Post 13: Features dance lessons, live music and more. Facility available for private parties on the weekends. 229 Lake Ella Drive. 222-3382. Andrew’s Capital Bar & Grill: During the fall and winter, it’s the ideal spot for pre- and post-game festivities. During the spring, it’s the place to watch the politics behind the politics, and during the summer, patrons can enjoy the outside patio’s great view. 228 S. Adams St. 222-3444. Andrewsdowntown.com Baja’s Beach Club: Dance, hip-hop and R&B. 2020 W. Pensacola St. 574-2020.

Tallahassee Broadway Series: Local audiences can get a bite of the Big Apple during the Civic Center’s Broadway series. (800) 322-3602, www.tlccc.org.

Beef O’Brady’s: Karaoke. 1830 Thomasville Road. 222-2157.

Big Daddy’s Import Drafthouse: Live bands. Open every night. 654 W. Tennessee St. 561-6449. www. drinkfreebeer.com

The Laughing Stock: Political cabaret at its funniest! This local troupe immortalizes local celebrities in song.

Tallahassee Little Theatre (TLT): A true community theater where novice actors tread the boards with seasoned veterans. Volunteers welcome. 1861 Thomasville Road, 224-8474, www.tallahasseelittletheatre.org. Theatre A La Carte: North Florida’s award-winning musical theater company offers fall and summer musicals. 1861 Thomasville Road, 3856700, www.theatrealacarte.org. TheatreTCC!: With a state-of-the-art auditorium and stage, each TheatreTCC! production features a unique group of talented students. 201-8608, theatre.tcc.fl.edu.

Museum of Florida History: Florida’s official history museum features various exhibits and educational programs. Free and open every day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas. R.A. Gray Building, 500 S. Bronough St., 2456400. www.museumoffloridahistory.com; wrichey@dos.state.fl.us

Young Actors Theatre: The nonprofit Young Actors Theatre and School for the Performing Arts (YAT) offers a comprehensive education program integrating drama, music and dance. YAT produces four main-stage shows in its 216-seat proscenium theater each year. 609 Glenview Drive, 3866602, www.youngactorstheatre.com; info@youngactorstheatre.com

Knott House Museum: Built in 1843, presumably by a free black builder, George Proctor. The house served as temporary Union Headquarters in 1865. Acquired by William and Luella Knott in 1928. The house is decorated in Victorian splendor with all of the furnishings original to the house when the Knott family lived there. 301 E. Park Ave., 922-2459. http://www.museumoffloridahistory.com/about/sites/ Riley House Museum: The Riley House is a historical and cultural gem. John Gilmore Riley was an educator and administrator until his retirement in 1926. The house that he built for his family in 1890 stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of African-Americans. 419 E. Jefferson St., 681-7881, www. rileymuseum.org.

Tallahassee Antique Car Museum: One of the Southeast’s best collections of rare automobiles and collectibles. 6800 Mahan Drive, 942-0137, tacm.com.

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School of Theatre at FSU: Presents productions in two venues: the Mainstage Theatre in the Fine Arts Building on the corner of Copeland and Tennessee streets and the Lab Theatre at the corner of Copeland and Pensacola streets. Season ticket packages available. School of Theatre, Florida State University, 239 Fine Arts Building, Box Office, 6446500. theatre.fsu.edu

Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science (MOAS): Promotes interest in the visual arts, science, mathematics, technology and education through exploration and discovery activities as well as visual displays of artwork from worldrenowned artists. 350 S. Duval St., 513-0700; www.thebrogan.org

Tallahassee Museum: Enjoy a living museum set amidst 52 acres of beautiful flora and fauna. Visitors of all ages will enjoy the Tallahassee Museum’s historic buildings and native Florida wildlife displays. 3945 Museum Drive, 575-8684, www.tallahasseemuseum.org.

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Capital City Shakespeare: Performs the works of William Shakespeare. Players include adult actors as well as local college and high school students. CCS performs at Young Actors Theatre on Glenview Drive. 3866476. Ccshakespeare@aol.com,

Meek-Eaton Southeastern Regional Black Archives Research Center and Museum: 445 Gamble St., Florida A&M University, 5993020.

movie theaters All Saints Cinema 918 ½ Railroad Avenue Tallahassee Film Society; www. tallahasseefilms.com 386-4404 AMC Tallahassee Mall 20 2415 N. Monroe Street 386-4330 IMAX Theatre 200 S. Duval Street 644-4629

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Swamp Gravy: A folk-life play produced annually by the Colquitt/Miller Arts Council. Cotton Hall, Colquitt, Ga. Tickets sell out months in advance. (229) 758-5450, or e-mail info@ swampgravy.com. MIKE EWEN

Bryan Mitchell dances in FAMU Essential Theatre’s “Ain’t Misbehavin” in March 2011.

Wakulla Community Theatre: Located in the historic Sopchoppy School Auditorium, the theater performs one major production each spring. 962-3804.

Bella Bella: Live acoustic guitar every Tuesday. 123 E. Fifth Ave. 412-1114.

Big Guns BBQ: Blues, rock, DJs, jam sessions. 2249 Highway 319 South, Beachton, Ga. (between Thomasville and Tallahassee). (229) 377-4139. Bird’s Aphrodisiac Oyster Shack: 325 N. Bronough St. 222-1075. www.birdsoystershack.com Boxers Pub: Smoker-friendly pub with live music, pool, trivia and drink specials. 1715 Apalachee Parkway. 329-6255. Bradfordville Blues Club: Live blues bands on the weekends. 7152 Moses Lane. 906-0766. www.bradfordville blues.com Bullwinkle’s Saloon: Features indoor dance club with DJ, live music of various styles in the Jamaican Beer Garden. 620 W. Tennessee St. 224-0651. www.bullwinklessaloon.net Cafe Shisha Houka Bar: Coffee Shop and Shisha Lounge, 1416 W. Tennessee St., 222-0405, www. cafeshisha.us Calico Jack’s Seafood House & Oyster Bar: With good eats and cheap beers, CJ’s draws an eclectic crowd of older regulars and college students. 2745 Capital Circle N.E.

385-6653. www.calicojacks.net Cabell’s American Bar & Grill: Acoustic music, karaoke. 2915 Kerry Forest Parkway. 893-8888. Capt. Seanile’s Pool & Pub: Live rock and country music on weekends. 4360 Crawfordville Highway. 745-8462. Chez Pierre/2Chez: Live music, cigar events and more. 1215 Thomasville Road. 222-0936. www. chezpierre.com Club Downunder: Offering performances throughout the week with nationally recognized live bands and comedians. FSU Oglesby Union, A303. 644-6673, www.union.fsu. edu\fac Club Rayn: Features a range of music, including R&B, dance, hiphop, ’80s retro and more. 1660 N. Monroe St. 841-1100. Clyde’s & Costello’s: Near the Capitol, it draws movers and shakers daily and a younger crowd weeknights and weekends. 210 S. Adams St., 224-2173. clydesandcostellos.com Corner Pocket Bar & Grill: 2475 Apalachee Parkway. 574-2724. cornerpocketsportsbar.com Down Below: Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Restaurant: Nauticalthemed bar that features karaoke nights, plus pool, darts, foosball and live music. 1830 N. Monroe St. 385-8734. www.barnaclebills.com The Engine Room: A premier venue for live local, regional and national bands (alternative, punk, rock, hardcore, hip-hop/rap, reggae, indie). Also, pinball, pool and foosball. 809 Railroad Ave. 222-8090. engineroomsounds.com Fermentation Lounge: Beer and wine, film screenings, live music on Tuesdays and Pirate Night on the last Sunday of the month. 113 All Saints St. 727-4033. www.thefermentation lounge.com La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant: Now home of Atlantis’ “Sin Fin” Latin Night every Saturday. 2329 Apalachee Parkway. 656-3392. Finnegan’s Wake: Bluegrass, Irish music. 7-10 p.m. Sunday. 1122 Thomasville Road. 222-4225. Floyd’s Music Store: A prime Tennessee Strip venue for college rock. Live music Friday and Saturday nights. 666 W. Tennessee St. 222-3506. www.floydsmusic store.com. PLEASE SEE NIGHTLIFE, nEXT PAGE

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The Frog & the Hummingbird Co. and Butterfield’s Roadhouse: Acoustic and blues jams, live music. 118 Municipal Ave., Sopchoppy. 862-8222. Hamaknocker’s Oasis BBQ & Sports Bar: Live music, bingo night. 460 Coastal Highway, Ochlockonee Bay. 385-8734. Hi Fi Jazz Cafe: Live jazz Friday nights. 1617 S. Adams St. 2988092. Hobbit American Grill: Live music on weekends. 5032 Capital Circle. S.W. 402-2900. www.myhobbitonline.com Jake’s Tavern: Live music. 460 W. Tennessee St. 284-7082. www. jakestavern.net. Joanie’s Gourmet Market & Fabulous Cafe: Live acoustic music on weekends. 102 W. Eighth Ave., Havana. 539-4433. Krewe de Gras Midtown Tavern: Live music. Home of Bluesday Tuesday with Big Daddy. 1304 N. Monroe St. 222-0378. Lee’s Wine Bar: A small, relaxed wine-tasting bar with craft beers, cheese boards. 1700 N. Monroe St., Suite 19 Lake Ella Publix Plaza. 692-3404, www.leeswinebar.com Level 8: Home of Little Black Dress Night every Wednesday. Hotel Duval, 415 N. Monroe St. 957.4001. Mint Lounge: Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, and for special functions. Versailles, music with dinner Wednesday and Friday. 230 W. College Ave. 329-8553. www.minttallahassee.com. The Mockingbird Lounge: Fine dining in a casual atmosphere with live music nightly starting at 7 p.m. for the dining crowd and at 11 for the bar. 1225 N. Monroe St. 2224956. www.mockingbirdtallahassee.com; mockingbird.cafe@gmail. com The Moon: A venue for a variety of live music, including national acts. 1105 E. Lafayette St. 878-6900. www.moonevents.com Paradigm: Live music and DJs. 115 W. College Ave. 224-9980. www. paradigmrestaurant.net Po’ Boys Creole Cafe: Live bands on weekends. Three locations: 224

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Andrew’s Capital Bar and Grill: 228 S. Adams St. $$; A. 222-3444. Boston Market: 2329 N. Monroe St. $; A, C. 297-2183, 297-2178. Also, 1415 Governors Square Blvd. $; A. 878-7660. The Charcoal Grill: 631 W. Tennessee St. $; A, C. 425-2780. The Dining Room at the Park Plaza Hotel: 415 N. Monroe St. $$$; A, C. 224-6000. Harry’s Seafood, Bar and Grille: Kleman Plaza, 301 S. Bronough St. $$, A. 222-3976. Jacob’s on the Plaza: DoubleTree Hotel, 101 S. Adams St. $$$; A, C. 224-5000. Monroe Street Grille: 2900 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 386-1027. Old Town Grill: Market Square, 1415 Timberlane Road. $$; A, C. 8935741. Ray’s Steel City Saloon: 515 John Knox Road, $$; A, C. 386-2984. 491-5119. Shula’s 347 Grill: 415 N. Monroe St. 224-6000.

Angelette’s Cajun Kitchen: 3551 Blair Stone Road. $; A. 656-1772. Coosh’s Bayou Rouge Market & Eatery: 2910 Kerry Forest Parkway. $$; A, C. 894-4110. The Country Kitchen: 5810 N. Monroe St., Oak Valley Center. $; M, V, C. 562-3293. Cracker Barrel Country Store: 2920 N. Monroe St. $; A. 385-9249. Jim and Milt’s Bar-B-Q: 1923 W. Pensacola St. $; MC, V, FSU Card. 576-3998.

AMERICAN CLASSIC All Saints Cafe: 903 Railroad Ave. $; A. 224-0805. Andrew’s 228: 228 S. Adams St. $$$; A. 222-3444. Anthony’s Wood Fire Grill: 1355 Market St. $$; A. 224-1447. Vintage Bistro & Bar: 1019 N. Monroe St. $$$$; A. 224-1175. Clusters and Hops: 707 N. Monroe St. $$$; A. 222-2669. Cypress Restaurant: 320 E. Tennessee St. $$$$; A. 513-1100. Decent Pizza: 1026 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 222-6400. Dog Et Al: 1456 S. Monroe St. $; V, MC. 222-4099. Food Glorious Food: Betton Place, 1950-C Thomasville Road. $$$; A, C. 224-9974. Georgio’s: Carriage Gate, 3425 Thomasville Road, 893-4161; 2971 Apalachee Parkway. 877-3211. Kool Beanz Cafe: 921 Thomasville Road. $$$; A, C. 224-2466. Marco’s Pizza: 6668-11 Thomasville Road, 422-3200; 209 N. Magnolia Drive, 577-3200. $, A, C. Mockingbird Cafe: 1225 N. Monroe St., 222-4956 Mozaik: The Pavilions, 1410-D Market St. $$$; A, C. 893-7668. One-O-One Restaurant & Lounge: Kleman Plaza, 215 W. College Ave.

$$$; A. 391-1309. The Red Elephant Pizza and Grill: Capital Plaza, 1872 Thomasville Road. $$, A,C. 222-7492. Sage, a Restaurant: 3534 Maclay Blvd. $$$; A, C. 877-0343. TGI Friday’s: 3390 Capital Circle N.E. $$; A. 422-8443. Voodoo Dog: 805 S. Macomb St. $; A. Wells Brothers Bar & Grill: 1710 W. Tharpe St. $$; A. 942-6665. Victor’s American Grill: 2000 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville. 926-2325.

STEAKS Logan’s Roadhouse: 750 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. 656-5756. LongHorn Steakhouse: 2400 N. Monroe St. $$; A, C. 385-4028. Marie Livingston’s Steakhouse: 2705 Apalachee Parkway. $$$; A. 270-9506.

About the Dining Guide This area has a wealth of restaurants, and this guide lists many but not all. Most listings include abbreviated details as follows: $: Under $10 $$: $10 to $20 $$$: $20 to $30 $$$$: More than $30 per person for dinner and beverages, where applicable A: Major credit cards accepted MC: MasterCard accepted V: Visa accepted C: Local checks accepted

TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT Tallahassee offers lots of great spots to share drinks and dinner or a light bite. Outback Steakhouse: 1820 Raymond Diehl Road. $$$; A, C. 3851889. Ted’s Montana Grill: 1954 Village Green Way. $$$; A. 561-8337.

SEAFOOD Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Emporium: 1830 N. Monroe St. $; A, C. 3858734. Bonefish Grill: 3491-6 Thomasville Road. $$$; A, C. 297-0460. Calico Jack’s Seafood House and Oyster Bar: 2745 Capital Circle N.E. $$; A, C. 385-6653. Catfish Pad: 4229 W. Pensacola St. $; A, C. 575-0053. Crystal River Seafood: 1968 W. Tennessee St. $$; A. 575-4418. 2721 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 383-1530. Shell Oyster Bar: 114 E. Oakland Ave. $$; cash only. 224-9919. The Wharf Express: 3348 Mahan

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Kacey’s Home Cooking Buffet: 2545 N. Monroe St. 727-0854. Lazy Bonz BBQ: Corner of Railroad Avenue and Gaines Street. $; C. 5196955. Olean’s Home Cookin’: 1605 S. Adams St. $; A. 521-0259. Po’ Boys Creole Cafe: 1944 W. Pensacola St. $; C. 574-4144; also, 224 E. College Ave., 224-5400. Shane’s Rib Shack: 1424 W. Tennessee St.; $$; A. 309-7427. Sonny’s Bar-B-Q: 1460 Timberlane Road, 906-9996, 2707 N. Monroe St., 385-2167, and 2527 Apalachee Parkway, 878-1185. $; A, C. Wildfire Grill: 460 W. Tennessee St.; $$, A, C. 575-4479.

FAMILY AND DELI Atlanta Bread Company:1504 Governors Square Blvd. (656-5449), 1408 Timberlane Road (893-0800); $; A. 656-5449. Barnaby’s Family Inn: 2331 Apalachee Parkway. $; MC, V, C. 8788700. Chubo’s: 3700 N. Monroe St. 519-

8823 or 228-8802. Panera Bread: 101 N. Blair Stone Road. $; A. 216-1595. Rummy’s Pizza, Italian Grill & Sports Bar: 2887-1 Kerry Forest Parkway. $$; MC, V, A. 878-8669. The Salty Dawg Pub and Deli: 3813 N. Monroe St. $; C. 562-6500. Tally’s Grille: Market Square, 1415 Timberlane Road. $; A; C. 893-9595. Village Inn Restaurant: 2531 Apalachee Parkway. $; MC, V. 385-2903.

BRASS AND BEVERAGE Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar: 1400 Village Square Blvd. (8932800), 1355 Apalachee Parkway (222-1254) and 1401 Capital Circle N.W. (574-1444). $; A. Beef O’Brady’s Family Sports Pub: 1830-A Thomasville Road, 2910 Kerry Forest Parkway, 1208 Capital Circle S.E. $; A, C. 222-2157, 6688580, 504-2333. Cafe Huston Oven & Grill: 3197 Merchants Row Blvd., SouthWood. $$; A, C. 877-7833. Chili’s Grill and Bar: 719 Apalachee Parkway and 5730 Thomasville Road. $$; A. 877-2148 and 668-2070. The Fourth Quarter Bar and Grill: 2033 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 385-0017. Julie’s: 2901 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 386-7181. Miller’s Ale House and Raw Bar: 722 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. 2220364. Ruby Tuesday: 1775 W. Tennessee St.; also 2491 Care Drive. $$; A. 656-1309.

INTERNATIONAL AZU Lucy Ho’s: 3220 Apalachee Parkway. 893-4112. Bahn Thai Restaurant: 1319 S. Monroe St. $; MC, V. Beer and wine. 224-4765.

Bianca Pizza and Pasta: 2790-4 W. Tennessee St. $$; A, C. 580-5588. Bamboo House (Chinese): 112 E. Sixth Ave. $; A, C. 224-9099, 2241644. Bella Bella (Italian): 123 E. Fifth Ave. $; A, C. 412-1114. Black Bean: 2205 Apalachee Parkway. $, A, C. 656-7848. Brickyard Pizzeria: 4819 Kerry Forest Parkway. $$; A. 562-7245. Cabo’s Island Grill and Bar: 1221 E. Lafayette St., Parkway Shopping Center. $$; A, C. Full bar. 878-7707. Carrabba’s Italian Grill: 2752 Capital Circle N.E. $$; A. Full bar. 297-1100. Chez Pierre (French): 1215 Thomasville Road. $$$; A, C. 2220936. China Delight: 220 W. Tennessee St. $$; A. 222-8898. China First: 400 Capital Circle S.E. $; A, C. 656-2882. China Super Buffet: 2698 N. Monroe St. $; A, C. 553-9292. CiCi’s Pizza: 1214 Capital Circle S.E. $; A, C. 216-2225. Circa Sushi: 2819 Mahan Drive; $$, A. 222-4722. The Curry Pot: Classic Indian cuisine, daily lunch buffet. 1950 Thomasville Road. 222-2879. Essence of India: Parkway Center, 1105-A Apalachee Parkway. $$. 6567200. Far East Cuisine (Vietnamese, Chinese): Carriage Gate Center, 3425 Thomasville Road. $; A. 907-9400. Genghis Grill: Mongolian stir fry. 836 E. Lafayette St. 656-4444. La Fiesta (Mexican): 2329 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. Full bar. PLEASE SEE dining, nEXT PAGE

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656-3392. Gordo’s Authentic Cuban Sandwiches: 1907 W. Pensacola St. $; A, C. 576-5767. Habana’s Boardwalk (Cuban): Mahan Commons, 2819 Mahan Drive. $$; A. 391-9111. La Hacienda II: 2207 Bannerman Road, $$, A. 894-8655. International House of Food (Middle Eastern): 2013 N. Monroe St. $; C. 386-3433. El Jalisco: 2022 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 878-0800. Japanica Steakhouse & Sushi Bar: Lafayette Place, 3111 Mahan Drive. $$$; A. 656-9888. Jasmine Cafe and Lounge (sushi): 109 E. College Ave. $$; A. 681-6868. Kiku Japanese Fusion (Japanese, sushi): 3491 Thomasville Road. $$; A. 222-5458. King Buffet (Chinese, sushi): 2814 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. 216-2188. King House Chinese Restaurant (Chinese): 3491 Thomasville Road, $; A, C. 893-6969. Kitcho (Japanese, sushi): Market Square, 1415 (121) Timberlane Road. $$; A. 893-7686.

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La Rumba Mexican Restaurant: 2690 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 385-7130. Little Athens Gyros: 666-5 W. Tennessee St. 222-2231. Little Italy Pizzeria and Restaurant: Magnolia Park Courtyard, 111-17 S. Magnolia Drive. $$; MC, V, C. 8787781 and 878-7651. Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant: 2736 Capital Circle N.E. $$; C, A. 385-9992. Mandarin House (Chinese): 220 W. Tennessee St. $; A, C. 222-0876. MASA: 1001 N. Monroe St. $$$; A. Beer and wine. 847-0003. Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers: 1641 W. Pensacola St. $$; A. 5750050. The Melting Pot (Swiss-style fondue): 2727 N. Monroe St. $$$; A. 386-7440. Ming Tree Restaurant (Chinese): 1435 E. Lafayette St. $$; A. 8781779. Mom & Dad’s Italian Restaurant: 4175 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. 877-4518. Morelia Mexican Dining: 1400-35 Village Square Blvd. $; A, C. 9079173. Mori Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar: 2810-8 Sharer Road (Sugar Creek Plaza). $$; A, C. Full bar. 386-8449. Mr. Roboto’s Tokyo Grill: 2043 W. Pensacola St. $$; A. 574-4126. New Stars (Chinese): 777 Capital Circle S.W. $; MC, V, D, C. 656-3311. North China Gourmet Market Square: 1415 Timberlane Road. $; A. 561-8889. The Olive Garden (Italian): 1103 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. 878-2949. 1 Fresh Stir Fry: 1820 N. Monroe St. $; A. 422-2111. Osaka Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar: 1690 Raymond Diehl Road. $$$; A, C. 531-0222. Peking Garden (Chinese): Lafayette Place, 3111 Mahan Drive. $; A. 6561963. Pepper’s Grill and Cantina: 1140 Capital Circle S.E. $$; A, C. 8772020. Pitaria Greek & Mediterranean Charcoal Grill: 631 W. Tennessee St. $; A. 412-7482. A La Provence: 1415 Timberlane Road, Market Square. $$$$; A, C, R. Full bar. 329-6870. Qdoba Mexican Grill: 1350 W. Brevard St. $; A, C. 222-3334. Reangthai (Thai): 2747 Capital Circle N.E. $$; MC, V. 386-7898. Riccardo’s Restaurant (Italian):

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3305 Capital Circle N.E. $; A, C. 3863988. The Rice Bowl Oriental Restaurant (Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, Thai): 3813 N. Monroe St., WinnDixie Shopping Center. $$; A, C. 5143632. Rico’s Pizzeria & Pasta House: 2714 Apalachee Parkway. $; A, C. 6715585. Romano’s Macaroni Grill (Italian): 1498 Apalachee Parkway. $$; A. 877-1706. Rosie’s: 2415 N. Monroe St. (across from the AMC theater in Tallahassee Mall). 877-7673. Sabra Restaurant & Grille: 832 W. Tharpe St. Sahara Greek & Lebanese Cafe: 1241 E. Lafayette St. $; A, C. 6561800. Sakura Japanese Restaurant:1318 N. Monroe St. $$$; A; Beer and wine. 222-9991. Samrat Indian Restaurant: 2529 Apalachee Parkway. $$. A, C. 9421993. San Miguel (Mexican): 200 W. Tharpe St. $; A, C. 385-3346. Siam Sushi (Thai, Japanese and sushi): 1700 N. Monroe St. $$$; A. 391-9021. Super Perros (Colombian): 2010 W. Tennessee St. $$; A. 421-2378. SushiLicious (Japanese and Thai): 6808 Thomasville Road. $$; A. Beer and wine. 906-0400. El Tapatio (Tex-Mex): 1002 N. Monroe St. $$; A. 224-0351. Village Pizza & Pasta (Italian): 1400-33 Village Square Blvd., Village Commons. $$; A, C. 893- 9001. Tijuana Flats (Tex-Mex): Lafayette Place, 3111 Mahan Drive. $; A. 5977001. Z. Bardhi’s (Italian): 3596 Kinhega Drive. $$$$; A, C. Wine and beer. 894-9919.

LIGHT MEALS Another Broken Egg Cafe: 3500 Kinhega Drive, Killearn Lakes Plantation; 3740 Austin Davis Ave., Building No. 1, $$; A, C. 907-3447, 765-0703. Black Dog Cafe and Coffee House: 229 Lake Ella Drive. $; C. 224-2518. Crispers: 1241 Apalachee Parkway. $; A. 656-4222. Fanny’s Garden Cafe: Goodwood Museum and Gardens, 1600 Miccosukee Road. 942-0087. Hopkins’ Eatery: 1700 N. Monroe St. $; C. 386-4258. Also 1415 Market St., 668-0311. Jenny’s Lunchbox: 295 N. Magnolia

Drive. $; MC, V, C. 942-9766. Kosta’s Subs and Salads: South Adams Square, 1312 S. Adams St. $. 222-0945. Also: 2045 W. Pensacola St. $; MC, V. 574-8683. La Lanterna Italian Market and Deli: 2765 Capital Circle N.E. $; A. 878-9738. LeRoc Cafe: 415 N. Monroe St. 2246000. Luna’s Italian Food:1122 Thomasville Road. $; A, C. 421-5862. Mad About Food: 1605 E. Plaza Drive. 561-3663. The Midtown Uptown Cafe: 1325 Miccosukee Road. $; MC, V, C. 2199800. Parrot’s Grill: 2045 W. Pensacola St. $; MC, V. 574-8683. St. John’s Cafe: 211 N. Monroe St. (St. John’s Episcopal Church). $. Soul Vegetarian Restaurant: 1205 S. Adams St. 893-8208. Verona Cafe: 3880 N. Monroe St. 514-3800. Wok-N-Roll: 1932 W. Tennessee St. $; A, C. 681-2878.

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Staying safe STORM INFORMATION Hurricanes and tropical storms are rare in the Big Bend, but this is Florida, and the weather bears watching. In 2008, Tropical Storm Fay brought widespread flooding to the region. Areas around the St. Marks River, in photo, were particularly hard hit. If there is a storm brewing in the Gulf, it’s a good idea to tune in. Go to www.Tallahassee.com or www.nhc.noaa.gov for storm information and detailed advice on preparing for a storm. On the air: The National Weather Service radio frequency for Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor and Wakulla counties is 162.400 MHz.

Where to call for help Emergencies in all jurisdictions: 911 LAW ENFORCEMENT Tallahassee Police: 891-4200 Leon County Sheriff: 922-3300 Gadsden County Sheriff: 627-9233 Jefferson County Sheriff: 997-2523 Wakulla County Sheriff: 745-7100 Quincy Police: 627-7111 Monticello Police: 342-0150 Gretna Police: 856-9460 Havana Police: 539-2801, 539-2800 (emergencies)

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Tallahassee: 891-4310, 891-6600 (emergencies) Havana: 539-2800 Quincy: 627-7315

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OUT–OF–TOWN RESTAURANTS Angelo’s & Sons Seafood Restaurant: 5 Mashes Sands Road, at the Ochlockonee Bay Bridge, Panacea. $$$; A. 984-5168. Blue Parrot Oceanfront Cafe: 68 W. Gorrie Drive, St. George Island. $$; A. (850) 927-2987. The Coastal Restaurant: U.S. Highway 98, Panacea. $$; V, MC, C. 984-2933. Crooked River Grill: St. James Bay Golf Course, Highway 98, Carrabelle. (850) 697-5050. Joanie’s Gourmet Market & Fabulous Cafe: 102 W. 8th St., Havana. 539-4433. Liam’s Restaurant: 113 E. Jackson St. Thomasville, Ga.; $$$$; A. (229) 226-9944. The Owl Cafe: 15 Avenue D, Apalachicola. $$$$; A. (850) 6539888. Riverside Cafe: 69 Riverside Drive, St. Marks. $$; A, C. 925-5668. The Seineyard Seafood Restaurant: 8159 Woodville Highway, Woodville. $; MC, V. 421-9191. Spring Creek Restaurant: 33 Ben Willis Road (State Road 365), Spring Creek. $$; A. 926-3751. Tamara’s Cafe Floridita: 71 Market St., Apalachicola. $$$; A, C. (850) 653-4111. Three Sisters Restaurant: 370 S. Jefferson St., Monticello. $$; C. 3217102.

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LOCAL SAFETY AGENCIES The Tallahassee area is served by two main law enforcement agencies and others including the Highway Patrol. Here’s a rundown on the agencies and some of their programs and facilities.

LEON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

TALLAHASSEE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Crime Prevention: Offers training programs to community groups, businesses and organizations such as Personal Safety, Neighborhood Crime Watch, Home Security, Commercial Security, Homeland Security, Shoplifting, Robbery, Child Lures, Senior Citizens, Citizen’s Academy, McGruff, Operation I.D., Child I.D., Role of the Deputy, Vacation Tips, Fraud and Con Games. Call 9223323 to make an appointment.

234 E. Seventh Ave., 891-4200 Chief Dennis Jones, 891-4341 www.talgov.com/tpd/index.cfm Neighborhood Watch: This program involves the direct participation of citizens in their neighborhoods, in cooperation with law enforcement, to detect and prevent crime. The Tallahassee Police Crime Prevention Unit is responsible for the program. Crime Stoppers: To report information about a crime or a suspect, call 574-TIPS (8477) or Tallahassee police at 891-4200 (24 hours a day). Citizen’s Police Academy: Citizens can receive nine weeks of classroom and field instruction regarding the responsibilities facing police officers. Class size is limited. For an enrollment application, go to talgov.com or contact Officer Michelle Yown - CPA Coordinator, 891-1870; fax: 8911872, michelle.yown@talgov.com.

2825 Municipal Way, 922-3300 Sheriff Larry Campbell, 922-3346 http://lcso.leonfl.org

Leon County Jail: Houses pre-trial, pre-sentenced county and state sentenced males and females, as well as juvenile offenders who have been charged as adults. 535 Appleyard Drive, 922-3500. Sheriff’s Posse: The group provides several avenues for citizens to volunteer to help the Sheriff’s Office. School Resource Officers: Assigned to Leon County middle and high schools, these officers teach youthoriented prevention programs.

CAMPUS POLICE FSU Police Department: 830 W. Jefferson St. 644-1234 FAMU Police Department: 2400 Wahnish Way 599-3256 TCC Police: 444 Appleyard Drive 201-6100 Safety on Campus: Blue Light Trails are used at Florida State and Florida A&M Universities. Blue Light Trail systems provide instant emergency assistance. The phones connect callers directly to university police; no dialing required. Pressing the “Emergency� button alerts the police, and officers will respond.

FDLE CAPITOL POLICE

Gadsden County: 875-2937 Jefferson County: 342-0238 (also for Fire Department) Leon County: 875-2937 Wakulla County: 421-3101

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT State Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center: 413-9900

UTILITIES City of Tallahassee power outages control center: 891-4968 (streetlight outages, water, utilities and gas emergency repairs) Talquin Electrical Cooperative outages: 888-802-1832 (operator), 866899-4832 (automated) Leon County Department of Public Works: 606-1500 (24 hour) Emergency traffic signal repair: 891-2080 (6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.); 8914200 (after hours, TPD)

ANIMALS Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center Adoption and Animal Control: 891-2950

Ensures a safe and secure environment at state facilities. Capitol building, 400 S. Monroe St., Suite 213, 488-1790; fax: 922-3030. www.fdle. state.fl.us/capitol_police/capitol_ police_home.asp.

ASSISTANCE/SUPPORT

FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL

National Weather Service Radio: 162.400 MHz for this area National Weather Service in Tallahassee: 942-8833 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays); 942-8851 (recorded weather)

Troop H. Headquarters: 2100 Mahan Drive, 488-8676, www.fhp.state.fl.us General headquarters: Neil Kirkman Building, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, 922-5319

2-1-1 Big Bend: 211 (human-services assistance and information) American Red Cross: 878-6080 Salvation Army: 222-0304

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