Martha Gruender

Tallahassee

Community News Editor at Tallahassee Democrat

Community news editor at Tallahassee Democrat, @TDOnline, nature lover, mother.

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Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

2 weeks ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

April showered us with art and music and very little actual rain but May's artistic flowers are still in full bloom with poetry and Shakespeare and the blues. It's First Friday, get out and stroll the art scene at Railroad Square Art District and galleries around town. Here's a roundup of entertaining events around Tallahassee, culled from emails, the Council on Culture & Arts online listings and elsewhere. 1.
Best waterfront restaurant near you? 10 Florida favorites for great food, drinks and views

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Wade Tatangelo |Amber Olesen |Diana Biederman |Laurie K. Blandford |Helena Perray |Robyn George | +3 more

Following our story on the Sunshine State’s 12 best restaurants, the USA TODAY NETWORK-Florida Dining and Entertainment Team shifted focus to scenic places to eat — curating our latest roundup of the top 10 waterfront dining spots from across the state. From rustic fish shacks and beach bars to upscale restaurants with white tablecloths and wine lists, Florida’s best waterfront dining spots offer more than just great food — they deliver unforgettable views and local flavor.
Best waterfront restaurant near you? 10 Florida favorites for great food, drinks and views

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Wade Tatangelo |Amber Olesen |Diana Biederman |Laurie K. Blandford |Helena Perray |Robyn George | +3 more

Following our story on the Sunshine State’s 12 best restaurants, the USA TODAY NETWORK-Florida Dining and Entertainment Team shifted focus to scenic places to eat — curating our latest roundup of the top 10 waterfront dining spots from across the state. From rustic fish shacks and beach bars to upscale restaurants with white tablecloths and wine lists, Florida’s best waterfront dining spots offer more than just great food — they deliver unforgettable views and local flavor.
Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

3 weeks ago | eu.tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

Life-affirming community gatherings, artists and concerts offer a balm after a painful week. Tallahassee loves a festival and this weekend overflows with them. LeMoyne Arts dreamed up the Chain of Parks Art Festival in 2001 to offer the community an outdoor, diverse fine art experience previously not found in the region, adopting the name of the beautiful downtown Chain of Parks in which it is held.
Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

4 weeks ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

The pace eases up for Easter weekend. Take the kids to the city's annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 19, rest up and enjoy the glorious weather. Next weekend piles on the festival riches, with the Chain of Parks Art Festival, Wilco concert, Shell Point regatta and Thomasville Rose Festival. This weekend, get inspired when Revival lights up Monticello with a concert on Saturday. Blue Tavern continues its 3-day Jazz Weekend unfolding at the tavern and the nearby Req Room.
Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

1 month ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

Word of South seems to get bigger and better each year. From the smashing Violent Femmes opening, to the rollicking closing notes of American Aquarium, from Pharaohs of Funk to P-Funk, from to New Orleans jazz to the Shindellas, the 2025 version sparkled. We come away exhausted but inspired by words of authors sharing their craft, and the conversations with friends and neighbors and the people we always see at this warm and windy playground for artists. Can't stop.
Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

1 month ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

Word of South kicks off April with a bang when the Violent Femmes mix it up with the Tallahassee Symphony on Friday. Grab your sunscreen and get ready for three jam-packed days in the park celebrating over 60 musicians and authors and the books and bands you love. Check out the schedule and plot your day at wordofsouthfestival.com. The festival is not the only game around this weekend. It's also a First Friday, with artsy gallery fun at Railroad Square and around town.
Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

1 month ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

The azaleas have hung on to usher in the 57th Springtime Tallahassee festival in full glory this weekend. Just add pollen, sunshine, music, a parade, arts and crafts and funnel cakes to complete the spirited tradition. There's also a Chess Festival at Kleman Plaza on Saturday and jazz with Kami Hayes Quartet at the Blue Tavern. Here's a roundup of entertaining events around Tallahassee, culled from emails, the Council on Culture & Arts online listings and elsewhere.
Here's a complete guide to the 57th annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival this weekend

1 month ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

Spring has sprung and the 57th Annual Springtime Tallahassee festival is pulling out all the stops over two days this weekend. Here's an event primer on what to expect at the celebration of the capital city, taken from information on the Springtime Tallahassee website. The Music FestivalHead to Kleman Plaza on Friday, March 28, for the free concert featuring country artist Joe Nichols with opening acts Kameron Marlowe and Jason Byrd.
Springtime 10K/5K/1M sets the pace for Tallahassee celebration

1 month ago | tallahassee.com | Martha Gruender

It's a tradition to welcome spring in Tallahassee with a jog through the blooming azaleas and gentle hills around downtown. There's still time to register for the long-running Springtime 10K/5K/1M race on Saturday, March 29. After the race, walk up the hill and catch the 57th annual Springtime Tallahassee parade along Monroe Street. Then you can indulge in a corn dog or kettle corn. You'll have earned it.