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Event Recap: Tallahassee Foodies’ 100K Members

Local: Mural Makeover for Property Owners

Upcoming: WOW 2.0 at TSC

Featured: Finale Events | TEDxGainesville Highlights

Networking + Business Events

The Tallahassee Foodies Facebook Group that was created to stay connected with lunch buddies has grown and hit 100K members – which is almost half of Tallahassee’s population.

The FB Group is a vibrant community of local food enthusiasts who are all about sharing positive recommendations.

To mark this accomplishment, they recently hosted a city-wide celebration called “Cheers to 100K Members,” where every participating establishment offered a complimentary drink. 🥂

Follow their socials to stay in the loop about local food and events: IG and FB.

Through a $50K grant from the Knight Foundation via the Community Foundation of North Florida with $25K in matching funds provided by the City of Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), the CRA and the Council on Culture & Arts (COCA) are collaborating to provide select commercial property owners the opportunity to remove or prevent graffiti issues on the exterior of their buildings by way of custom public art murals. | Tallahassee Downtown IG Post

This funding will support three properties in the Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA district and three sites in the Downtown CRA district.

“Call for Interested Property Owners” is still open until March 19th by 11:59 PM. | Apply

Final decisions will be made by April 18th. For any queries, you may reach out to COCA’s Public Art Manager at [email protected].

In partnership with the Tallahassee Talent Development Council, Tallahassee State College (TSC) will host the inaugural WOW 2.0 hiring fair.

What is WOW 2.0? It is an event connecting local employers with high school seniors interested in entering the workforce full-time following graduation, working part-time while attending college, or enrolling in an apprenticeship program with a regional company. Students will interview with four companies and receive a contingent job offer or an opportunity to explore other options. Employers, students and their families will celebrate successful matches during Signing Day on May 8th.

When and Where? Tuesday, April 8th, high school seniors will discover local career opportunities, interact with employers, and participate in interviews for jobs, internships, and apprenticeships. It will take place in TSC, Workforce Development Building, Room 105.

Have at least five full-time, entry-level positions with benefits for candidates aged 18+.

Attend training on March 25, 8:30–9:30 AM at TSC.

Provide at least two interviewers for onsite interviews at the event.

Assist with follow-up steps such as second interviews or required screenings.

The deadline to register is Friday, March 21st.

The 2nd TEDxGainesville GRIT took place in 2021, with a goal to build bridges among diverse community by bringing together different sectors and groups through shared experiences and common interests. The lineup of speakers and performers reflected resilience, showcasing both mental and physical strength, and served to motivate the audience. | Learn More

Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and thrilled at TEDxGainesville's monumental 5th event! Saturday, June 21st at 12 PM | From $25 Tickets

Follow their socials for the latest updates: LI and FB

Beyond the Basics - Wellness & Productivity at Work by Tallahassee Chamber | Tuesday, Mar. 18 | 8 AM | Hotel Duval | Free for Members, $15 for Non-Members Register

Featured Event: Growing Forward Employer Resource Luncheon | Thursday, Mar. 20 | 11 AM | CareerSource Capital Region - Leon Career Center, 2601 S Blair Stone Rd, Bldg C #200 | Register

Co. Starters Core Program Session 7: Discovering the Bottom Line by Capital City Chamber Of Commerce | Thursday, Mar. 20 | 6 PM |  Florida SBDC at FAMU | Learn More

2025 Women Who Mean Business Awards & Business Expo by Tallahassee Woman Magazine | Friday, Mar. 21 | 11:30 AM | Tallahassee State College, 444 Appleyard Dr. | From $45 Tickets

Tallahassee Harley-Davidson 5th Annual Birthday Bash | Saturday, Mar. 22 | 11 AM | Tallahassee Harley-Davidson, 1745 Capital Circle NW | Learn More

Benefits and Breakfast by Tallahassee Chamber | Wednesday, Mar. 26 | 8:30 AM | Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, 300 E. Park Ave. | Free Register

Co. Starters Core Program Session 8: Financial Modeling by Capital City Chamber Of Commerce | Thursday, Mar. 27 | 6 PM | Florida SBDC at FAMU | Learn More

2025 Business of Healthcare Summit by FSU | Wednesday, Apr. 2 | Augustus Turnbull Conference Center | $100 for Virtual Attendance, $200 for Regular Tickets until Mar. 26 | Register Learn More

2025 Domi Awards with Keynote Princess Ousley | Thursday, Apr. 10 | 5:30 PM | Capital City Country Club | Early Bird Special at $40 until Mar. 20, General Admission at $60 Tickets

Think Bold Festival Presented by VyStar Credit Union | Friday to Saturday, Apr. 11 to 12 | 9 AM | Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront | From $49 Tickets

SBIR+STTR Series: Budget Management & Reporting Essentials by IGNITE Tallahassee | Wednesday, Apr. 16 | 10:30 AM | Innovation Park | Register

$100K Logos and How to Make Them by Creative Collective Tallahassee | Wednesday, Apr. 16 | 6:30 PM | Domi Station | Free Learn More

Access to Capital: Know All Your Business Funding Options by Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship | Thursday, Apr. 24 | 5:30 PM | Online | Free Reserve a Spot