AMANI PUBLISHING, LLC, 264-3341, www.Barbarajoewilliams.com.

Amani Publishing was founded in 2004 by local author, Barbara Joe Williams, as a vehicle to self-publish her first book. Since then, Amani Publishing has grown to publish and distribute work by a variety of authors, including fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, self-help, and poetry.

Anhinga Press has published full-length volumes of fine literature, principally poetry for the past thirty years. Also sponsors Wednesday night literary readings series at 621 Gallery. Readings feature the best of poetry and prose written by Anhinga Press and Apalachee Review authors, as well as special invited guests.

APALACHEE PRESS
644-9114
apalacheereview.org

Publishes the Apalachee Review, a literary magazine produced in Tallahassee since 1973, with an international distribution and subscription list. Part of the mission has always included featuring Florida writers, and as part of Tallahasssee’s writing community the press also continues to publish local authors.

BACK TALK POETRY TROUPE, 459-7399, www.blackonblackrhyme.com.

Sponsors a weekly poetry jam, Black on Black Rhyme Poetry Night, every Thursday night from 9-11 pm, featuring an open mic plus live music. Readings held at the Aahket Center, 812 S. Macomb Street.

DIGITAL PULP, 297-1373, www.digitalpulp.org.

Member-driven website dedicated to helping writers of short fiction perfect and promote their craft. An oasis for creative writers struggling across the long desert of rejection slips and lost manuscripts that face every writer seeking publication. Anyone can join for free and submit their work. New stories are posted on the first of each month, reviewed by other members, and floated on these reviews into the website’s Top Stories of the Month spotlight.

FLORIDA LITERARY ARTS COALTION, www.floridarts.org.

FLAC is Florida's voice for independent literary magazines, publishers, & writers. Founded in 2004 by Anhinga Press, Fiction Collective 2, and the University of Tampa Press, and based in Tallahassee, the Florida Literary Arts Coalition works to advance new writing and independent publishing throughout the state and region.

LEROY COLLINS LEON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 200 West Park Avenue, 606-2665, www.leoncountylibrary.org.

Offers monthly art exhibits on the walls and in glass exhibition cases, featuring artwork, collectibles, and rare books. Emphasis is on local artists. Library also offers author series Booked for Lunch on the third Thursday of the month, where local authors talk about and read from their books in a casual setting.

PAPERBACK RACK, 1005 North Monroe St., 224-3455. Hours: M-Sa 9 am-9 pm, Su 12 noon - 6 pm.

New and used books to buy or trade. Look for books from local presses like Anhinga Press and FC2.

SOCIETY OF CHILDRENS BOOK WRITERS & ILLUSTRATORS (SCBWI) , 656-8671, annmorrow@comcast.net.

For published and non-published authors and artists serious about their work in children’s literature. Sponsors a monthly “Cuppa Critique” at 7-8:30 pm on the second Tuesday of the month at the Leon County Public Library, downtown location. Meetings in the Henderson Room, (2nd floor) or first floor program room.

TALLAHASSEE AUTHORS NETWORK, 264-3341, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tallahassee-Authors-Network/93715240877.

The Tallahassee Authors Network was founded by Barbara Joe Williams in Fall 2008 as a means to bring all local and aspiring authors together. Their mission is to provide a supportive environment where new and seasoned authors can network and learn from each other's unique experiences. They have bi-monthly meetings at the Leroy Collins Jr. public library on topics related to reading, writing, and publishing.

TALLAHASSEE CONTEMPORARY POETS SOCIETY, 1-888-248-3495, www.myspace.com/tcpoetssociety.

Where there's a word, there's a way! The TCPS is a brand new group whose goals are to form an open local workshop environment, host scheduled readings, and work together to create an eventual publication. We will meet bi-weekly to listen to guest speakers, actively edit, and of course, enjoy sharing many styles of contemporary poetry.

TALLAHASSEE WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION
671-3731
www.twaonline.org

A dynamic organization of both published and aspiring writers of all ages in all genres. Meetings are held monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:30 pm at the Tallahassee Senior Center. Meetings feature speakers, panels, workshops, and discussions about all facets of the craft and business of writing. TWA also sponsors the Seven Hills Writing Conference each spring, a celebration of Big Bend authors during the holidays, and mini-workshops throughout the year. TWA also sponsors nationally recognized contests for writers: The Seven Hills Contest (fiction, non-fiction, memoirs), Penumbra (poetry, haiku), and Project Stagelight (stage plays).

CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL, 878-5148, www.carnivaltallahassee.com

Presents a repertory encompassing a variety of movement styles, such as African derived and contemporary dance, tap, jazz, and ballet. These are showcased through an annual concert and in mini-presentations for university, civic and social activities throughout the academic year. A major component of concert offerings is to present elements of the black experience through the medium of dance. This is accomplished through an examination of specific elements of black culture, music, and movement style.

DOWNTOWN MARKETPLACE, 224-3252, www.tallahasseedowntown.com.

Every Saturday from March through November, Ponce de Leon Park comes alive. Celebrated local musicians play their music on stage, authors and poets present readings, and regional artists show their arts and fine crafts, while local farmers offer Mother Nature's best. Special events bring hands-on art activities for children or sneak previews of upcoming cultural events.

FLORIDA CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS AND EDUCATION, INC.
597-8020
www.theflcenter.org

The Florida Center for Performing Arts and Education, Inc., is a group dedicated to building a performing arts center for arts and education. We welcome volunteers to participate in this endeavor.

FLORIDA ARTS AND COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT (F.A.C.E.), 644-8533, faceart@aol.com.

Offers classes during non-school hours in visual art, music, dance, and theatre free of charge for children ages 5-18 in the Frenchtown neighborhood. Monthly outings to local cultural sites, community performances, and mural paintings are scheduled througout the year.

THE FROG & THE HUMMINGBIRD CO. AND BUTTERFIELD'S ROADHOUSE, 118 Municipal Ave., Sopchoppy, 962-BLUE. Hours: T-W 12-6 pm, Th 12-8 pm, F-Sa 12-11 pm

Bringing you “a touch of the tropics & an eclectic experience” and offering herbal products, teas from around the world, bamboo items, basic music needs, luxury mosquito nets, kimonos, jewelry, hats, art & crafts, etc. Also featuring “The Paul Butterfield Fund and Society” & exhibits, gallery showings, mini film fests & music gatherings. 

GULF ALLIANCE FOR LOCAL ARTS, Port St. Joe, 850-227-4960, www.gulfalliance.org

The Gulf Alliance, a local arts agency, is building a local infrastructure for the arts in Franklin, Gulf and Mexico Beach counties by including public recognition for all types of local artists, arts activities in public schools, public arts events, Information on local arts and culture.

PYRAMID STUDIOS
1770 Thomasville Road
513-1733
www.pyramidinc.org
Hours: M-F 8 am-5 pm

This arts program instructs developmentally disabled adults in performing and visual arts. The art gallery has artwork from local artists as well as art created by the students who attend Pyramid Studios. Theatre productions are held at Tallahassee Community College.

SEVEN DAYS OF OPENING NIGHTS, Florida State University, 644-7670, box office 644-6500, www.sevendaysfestival.org.

A festival of the fine and performing arts featuring nationally and internationally recognized artists and performers, as well as campus and community arts events. Presents music, dance, theatre, creative writing, film, and exhibitions of fine art in various Tallahassee venues. Each year the festival features an opening art exhibition and a series of ticketed marquee performances. Series tickets go on sale each November; individual tickets available in January.

TALLAHASSEE-LEON COUNTY CIVIC CENTER, 505 West Pensacola Street, 487-1691, box office 222-0400, www.tlccc.org. Box office hours: M-F 10 am-5:30 pm.

A multi-purpose convention and entertainment facility featuring a 13,500-seat arena, 52,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space, luxury suites, club seats, and the Spotlight Grille, an arena-view restaurant. Hosts a variety of events including concerts by today’s top musical artists, family shows, ice shows, Tallahassee Broadway Series, and sporting events such as FSU Basketball.

THOMASVILLE CULTURAL CENTER, 600 E. Washington St., Thomasville, GA (35 miles from Tallahassee), 229-226-0588, www.thomasvilleculturalcenter.org. Gallery hours: M-F 9 am-5 pm, Sa-Su 1-5 pm.

Galleries house exhibits by local and regional artists as well as nationally toured art exhibits. An impressive permanent collection; guided tours available. Theatrical and musical productions performed in the Center’s newly renovated auditorium. Visual and performing arts classes offered year-round.

THOMASVILLE ENTERTAINMENT FOUNDATION, Thomasville, GA (35 miles from Tallahassee), 229-226-7404, www.tefconcerts.com.

Serving the South Georgia/North Florida region, TEF’s annual concert series at the Thomasville Cultural Center features internationally celebrated artists and ensembles in the fields of opera, theatre, dance, classical music, jazz, and other forms of entertainment. The organization also provides concerts, classes, and workshops for area children and youth.

THOMASVILLE ROAD ACADEMY OF THE ARTS, 3131 Thomasville Road, 422-7795 x210 or x216, www.thomasvilleroad.org/academy.htm.

Offers instruction in piano, guitar, violin, woodwind & brass, percussion, voice, drama, art, and sign language. A ministry of Thomasville Road Baptist Church.

THE WAREHOUSE, 706 W. Gaines Street, 222-6188.

More than just a warehouse! Features acoustic music, improv jazz, traditional Irish and bluegrass music, as well as literary and poetry readings.