Community: TMH Patient Crochets Hats for Survivors

In the Spotlight: FGF Welcomes Executive Chef

Featured: AERO | Jim Moran College & JMI for Global Entrepreneurship

Community, Things To Do, Networking + Business Events

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) patient Karna Bentley has been crocheting for over 70 years, and now she’s using that passion to bring comfort to fellow cancer patients.

Since May, she’s crafted more than 30 handmade hats, with 7 donated in the first week of August alone to the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center.

A cancer survivor herself, Bentley stitches hope into every hat, even adding her contact information so recipients can reach out. Her message to fellow cancer patients: “Don’t give up hope.”

🤩 Want to see her story in action? Watch the full feature here.

The award-winning Food Glorious Food (FGF) is starting a new chapter with Katie Spetman as its executive chef.

Having trained at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Spetman spent nine years as the executive chef at the Florida Governor’s Mansion and has led the kitchen at Table 23 Tally (formerly The Front Porch), among other stints.

Earlier this year, Spetman co-hosted the celebrated Damas pop-up dinners at Goodwood Museum & Gardens alongside sommelier Amanda Morrison and pastry chef Sylvia Gould, an all-women culinary production that drew rave reviews.

“For a long time, there were really no other women in hospitality in Tallahassee,” Spetman said. “So it was so important to build networks with each other for advice, support, and encouragement.”

🥂 To experience the award-winning flavors of FGF, make a reservation here.

The Alliance of Entrepreneur Resource Organizations (AERO) connects Tallahassee entrepreneurs with no-cost resources, events, and expert support to launch and grow their businesses.

The Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship (JMC) at FSU is the nation’s first stand-alone entrepreneurship college, offering hands-on programs that equip students with the skills to innovate, start ventures, and lead.

The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship (JMI) offers no-cost programs, training, and executive education to help leaders work on their business, think differently, and drive impact.

Through AERO, entrepreneurs can also access certifications, education and training, financial resources, mentoring, networking, incubators, and other programs that strengthen both startups and established businesses.

💡 Want to tap into these opportunities?  Connect with AERO here.

Mahjong 101 with Lauren Teal by Hearth & Soul | Thursday, Aug. 21 | 10 AM | 1410 Market St D1 | $75 Tickets | Learn More

Opening Reception: Walk in the Woods ft. Quilters Unlimited by LeMoyne Arts | Thursday, Aug. 21 | 5 PM | 125 N. Gadsden St. | Learn More

Featured Event: Beginner Needlepoint Class by My Favorite Things | Saturday, Aug. 23 | 10 AM | 1410 Market St. STE C3 | $100 Tickets | Learn More

Game Day Glam by Image by Lisa | Saturday, Aug. 23 | 1 PM | 1419 Market St. | $125 Tickets | Learn More

Boxing: Grit by Hearth & Soul | Wednesday, Aug. 27 | 5 PM | 1410 Market St. D1 | Learn More

M.J. Skate Night by Skate World Center, Inc. | Thursday, Aug. 28 | 6 PM | 2563 Capital Circle N.E | $13 Tickets | Learn More

Fall Family Consignment Event by The One Week Boutique | Friday to Sunday, Sept. 12 to 14 | 9 AM | Donald L. Tucker Civic Center | Free | Learn More

Major Considerations for Managing Employees by Capital City Chamber | Thursday, Aug. 21 | 5:30 PM | SBDC at FAMU, 625 E. Tennessee St. | Register

Innovations & Libations by Domi Station | Thursday, Aug. 21 | 5:30 PM | Domi Station, 914 Railroad Ave. | Register

Top 25 Women You Need to Know Speaker Series by Capital City Chamber | Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 12 PM | JMI, 111 South Monroe St. | Register