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🤩✨ Sound the Alarm. Before we dive headfirst into holiday chaos, here’s your double-shot of good news and good guidance. First up: TLH is gearing up for not one but two grand concerts in 2026. Consider this your early “don’t miss it” alert. With many of us soon navigating airports with gifts and limited patience, we turned to the real pros: flight attendants. They shared a few easy holiday travel tips to help you handle crowded terminals and keep your cool at 30k ft.
Quick Summary
In our 533rd edition, here’s for Fun Fri:
Coming to TLH: Grand Concerts in 2026
Ultimate Guide: Holiday Survival Tips by FAs
Featured: Oceans | Highly Experienced Talent + Hiring Process
Featured: Roboto Tokyo Grill | Hibachi Dishes
Event Highlight: The Nutcracker Performance
COMING TO TLH
GRAND CONCERTS
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📆✨ Save the Date: Two Can’t-Miss Concerts at The Adderley Amphitheater in 2026. | Visit Tallahassee
🎶 An Evening With TOTO | Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Iconic rock band TOTO will be showcasing classic hits like "Africa," "Rosanna," and "Hold the Line." Few bands have made a larger imprint on pop culture than TOTO, one of the top touring acts globally. The band’s biggest hit, “Africa,” has surpassed 2B streams on Spotify and earned a Diamond certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. As TOTO nears five decades of recording, the group remains a globally recognized and highly influential force in modern music. | From $64 to $112 Tickets
🎶 Earth, Wind & Fire | Friday, April 24, 2026 at 8:30 PM. The legendary Earth, Wind & Fire will return to Tallahassee in partnership with Word of South, following their sold-out performance at the venue in 2022. They have scored eight number one hits, sold over 100M albums, and released 23 records, including eight Double Platinum Top 10 releases, placing them among the best selling artists in history. They have also earned 9 GRAMMY® Awards, including a 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award. | From $95 to $125 Tickets
ULTIMATE GUIDE
TRAVEL TIPS
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✈️🧳 Already Booked for the Holidays? Flight Attendants Share their Top Tips for Getting Through Holiday Travel. | Thrillist
Top tips from FAs:
Save money on the ground – Travel can be pricey, but flight attendant-turned-pilot Carly Chamerlik shares a simple hack: skip airport rideshares. “Rides from airport property often cost more and take longer,” she says. Instead, hop on a free hotel shuttle and call your ride from there—she once saved nearly $50 this way. Just remember a small cash tip for the shuttle driver.
Stash some snacks before you go – Airport food can be overpriced and chaotic, so bring protein bars or simple snacks ahead of time. Cabin air is very dry, so bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. There are several refillable water stations in gate areas.
Pack any necessities in your carry-on – Keep medications and essentials like toiletries in an easily accessible carry-on, especially if delays strike. Even if not delayed, Peterson, president of TWU Local 556, suggests packing meds and electronics in a small bag in case your luggage is gate-checked. An extra jacket or warm layer is also smart, particularly if you need to board or exit the plane outside the terminal.
Pack strategically – Flight attendant Ally Case advises keeping packing simple. “Pack outfits by day, use packing cubes, stick to neutral basics, and roll clothes instead of folding,” she says. A well-packed personal item can also help you avoid checked bag fees.
Stay plugged in – Make sure your devices are ready before your flight. Fully charge earbuds and electronics, bring a portable charger, and download movies or games ahead of time.
Bring face masks and sanitizer for your flight – With mask mandates lifted, airlines no longer provide masks, so it’s wise to bring your own to stay healthy. Case suggests wiping down your seat, tray table, armrests, screen, and seatbelt, and boosting immunity beforehand with vitamin C or ginger shots.
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Roboto Tokyo Grill | Hibachi Dishes
Steak Hibachi – tender grilled steak tossed with fresh vegetables and served over steamed rice. (Cooked medium well)
Tofu + Veggie Hibachi – tofu grilled to perfection with fresh veggies and served with steamed rice for a plant-powered meal.
🤤 When was the last time a meal truly made your day? At Roboto Tokyo Grill, they bring back that “wow, I’m definitely coming here again” feeling with every bite. Stop by today and taste the difference!
FUN EVENTS
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Events with Santa 🎅🎄
Holiday Kidtown with Santa by Midtown Reader | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 11 AM | 1123 Thomasville Rd. | Free Learn More
Community Christmas Celebration by Nomey's Knick-Knacks & Novelties LLC | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 11 AM | 3686 Woodville Highway | Learn More
Santa Brunch by Social Catering | Sunday, Dec. 14 | From 10 AM or 12:30 PM | Capital City Country Club | Tickets
Santa Visits Tallahassee Nurseries | Multiple times | 2911 Thomasville Rd. | Learn More
Santa Claus is Coming to District 850 | Friday, Dec. 19 | 6 PM | 2662 Fleischmann Way | Learn More
Santa's Visits | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 10 AM | Tallahassee Harley-Davidson, 1745 Capital Circle NW | Learn More
Other Holiday Events
Saturday, Dec. 13
Holiday Sing-Along & Market by Amicus Brewing Ventures and Deb Hudnall Creations | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 1 PM | 717 S. Gadsden St. | Learn More
Holiday Stroll through Cascades Park | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 6 PM | Learn More
Featured Event: The Nutcracker (Abbreviated Performance) by The Tallahassee Ballet | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 10:30 AM | Ruby Diamond Concert Hall | Tickets | Learn More
The Nutcracker (Live Orchestra) by The Tallahassee Ballet | Sunday, Dec. 14 | 2:30 PM | Ruby Diamond Concert Hall | Tickets | Learn More
Sunday, Dec. 14
Holiday Clothing Swap & Donation Drive by 926 Bar & Grill and Chisa D. Raven | Sunday, Dec. 14 | 11 AM | 926 W. Tharpe St. | Learn More
Wednesday, Dec. 17
Holiday Piano Concert Presented by Rotarian, Marvin Goldstein | Wednesday, Dec. 17 | 12 PM | Opperman Music Hall | Free (Free Parking in Call Street Garage) | Learn More
Year-End Social by The Pickle Pad | Wednesday, Dec. 17 | 6 PM | The Pickle Pad - Tallahassee, 1929 N. Monroe St. | $10 per player Learn More
Thursday, Dec. 18
Elf Night | Thursday, Dec. 18 | 5:30 PM | Dorothy Oven Park, 3205 Thomasville Rd. | Learn More
5th Annual Tallahassee Renegades Holiday Celebration | Thursday, Dec. 18 | 6 PM | Township Tallahassee, 619 S. Woodward Ave. | Learn More
Saturday, Dec. 20
Breakfast with the Grinch by Carli Raé | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 9 AM | American Red Cross, 1115 Easterwood Dr. | From $7.18 to $23.18 Tickets
100 Candle Day | Shop Local Shop Small | Holiday Winter Market by The Fuzzy Pineapple | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 12 PM | 1205 S. Adams St. | Free Tickets
Fred Springer Benefit Concert by 621 Gallery | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 2 PM | 621 Gallery, 650-3 Railroad Sq. | Free Donation
Hollywood for the Holidays by Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 3 PM | Ruby Diamond Concert Hall | $28 to $74 Tickets | Learn More
Holiday Party by Down Syndrome Foundation of Tallahassee | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 5 PM | Dorothy B. Oven Park, 3205 Thomasville Rd. | RSVP | Learn More
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 8:45 PM | First Presbyterian Church of Tallahassee, 110 N. Adams St. | $52.50 Tickets | Learn More
Until Wednesday, Dec. 24
62nd Holiday Show Art Nouveau Aglow by LeMoyne Arts | Until Wednesday, Dec. 24 | 11 AM | LeMoyne Arts, 125 N. Gadsden St. | $0 to $15 Tickets | Learn More
Until Thursday, Dec. 25
25 Days of Giveaways by Hearth & Soul | Until Thursday, Dec. 25 | Hearth & Soul, 1410 Market St. | Free Learn More
NYE Events 🎉
Wednesday, Dec. 31
Ring in the New Year by Amicus Brewing Ventures and Zap Zap LLC | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 4 PM | 717 S. Gadsden St. | Free Learn More
Cascades Park Fireworks viewing at 7:45 PM and 9:45 PM; Complimentary Midnight Bubbly Toast
New Year's at Eve 2025 by Eve On Adams | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 5 PM | Eve On Adams, 101 S. Adams St. | Learn More
Countdown by Visit Tallahassee and The Adderley Amphitheater | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 6 PM | The Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park | Free Learn More
New Year's Eve Rockin' Party with the RockitZ and Clever Girl | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 7:30 PM | American Legion Hall, Lake Ella, 229 Lake Ella Dr. | $36.39 Tickets
NYE by Hotel Indigo Tallahassee CollegeTown | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 9 PM | From $36.39 Tickets
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