Hello Tallahassee! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: AI workforce grant, music under the oaks, and model railroad show + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New community support hub: Big Bend Hospice opened its second Oak Tree Treasures on North Monroe Street, giving Tallahassee neighbors new ways to support patients and families through donations, shopping, and volunteering -- learn how to get involved.
Community aid expands locally: Victory House’s new Clothed With Love thrift store in Tallahassee will open Aug. 7, offering clothing, shoes, furniture and household items, and is accepting gently used donations now -- see what the store offers.
Building an AI-ready workforce: Leon County applied for a federal AI Upskill Accelerator grant to expand training, helping Tallahassee workers and businesses adapt. Commissioner Rick Minor says preparing for AI’s impact is essential -- learn more about the grant.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
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Level up your weekend: Gather a few friends and drop into free-roam adventures at New World Rides - VRcade, then test your stomach on the locally engineered Roto Loco that spins you silly in sync with VR. Perfect for shaking off Tallahassee routine, no controller skills required.
Your outdoor reset: Nearly 300 acres of Tallahassee vibes await at Tom Brown Park, with shady trails circling Lake Leon, a legit pump track, disc golf that humbles and heals, and a roomy dog park where tails set personal records. Pack water, text a friend, call it cross-training.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏃 Gulf Winds Track Club's 2026 Summer Track Meet Series @ Maclay School | Thursday (6/25) at 6:45 PM – Think you’ve still got your high school kick? Gulf Winds’ summer track series brings weekly all-comer races, from a 40-yard dash for the littles to the mile, 5,000, and relays. Jog, cheer, trade war stories, then soak up that classic Tallahassee humidity.
🎶 Music Under the Oaks with the Boom Chick Ramblers @ Lewis Park | Thursday (6/25) at 7:00 PM – Free live music under Lewis Park's oaks with the Boom Chick Ramblers mixing jazz, blues, and Americana into dance-ready roots. Bring a blanket, find shade, and browse food trucks, local art, and the Charlie Park bar. Quality tunes, neighbors you know, and no cover.
🤠 The Chuck Wagon Gang @ Lighthouse Children's Home | Friday (6/26) at 7:00 PM – Make room for The Chuck Wagon Gang at Lighthouse Children's Home, delivering classic Southern gospel harmonies with zero gimmicks. Expect toe-taps, tight blends, and porch-swing nostalgia. Bring your best hymn memory, your inside voice, and that friend who swears they sing bass.
⚽ Tallahassee Soccer Club vs Legacy FC @ Gene Cox Stadium | Friday (6/26) at 7:00 PM – Friday night soccer in Tally means the 850 Cup rides on our clash with Panama City's new kids, Legacy FC. They bring inaugural-season optimism and coastal flair, we counter with home turf savvy, seasoned lungs, and bug spray. Final regular-season home game, bragging rights included.
🛍 June Corner Market @ The Flowery Florida | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’re in it for the brisket or the browsing, the June Corner Market is back with 20 local small businesses slinging barbecue, drinks, treats, handmade accessories, original art, candles, and vintage finds. Plus free puppy pets, adoptables on site, and neighborly vibes.
🚂 35th Tallahassee Model Railroad Show & Sale @ North Florida Fairgrounds | Saturday (6/27) – All aboard for the 35th annual model railroad show, a two-day whirl of tiny trains, big nostalgia, and vendors who know their gauges better than we know I-10 traffic. Expect intricate layouts, rare finds, and the soothing clickety-clack of stress leaving your body.
🎉 Sunday Funday - All Ages Welcome! @ AR Workshop Tallahassee | Sunday (6/28) at 2:00 PM – If your walls have been giving you side-eye, hit AR Workshop for a family DIY where pros help you craft legit home decor. Two hours, from $39 for kids 6-plus and $59 for adults, BYO snacks, sips, and creativity, and yes, everyone needs to register.
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07 — The Tallahassee report Weather forecastToday — High: 91°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 91. North northwest wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 71. North northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 94°F — Low: 74°F — Precip: 25%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis new-construction East side home brings 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, an office, and a private sitting area in the primary suite, all wrapped in a luxe layout on 2.5 acres. Set for completion in early August 2026, it pairs generous space with a fresh, polished feel and plenty of room to stretch out.
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