Bagels and boba, plant workshops, a rodeo for babies, tomato sandwiches, trivia night, a secret mall apartment doc, live music, and more. 
Happy Tuesday! You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let BaseLocal serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
- Fluoride ban 🦷
- Tornado recovery stories 🌪️
- Hurricane prep tips 🌀
- Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Florida bans fluoride in drinking water: Florida has become the second state in the U.S. to ban adding fluoride to public drinking water, sparking debate over dental health benefits versus personal choice and potential health risks — here’s what to know about the new law and its implications.
Get peace of mind before hurricane season: The City of Tallahassee kicked off its 2025 hurricane preparedness workshops Thursday, offering expert advice on staying safe, protecting property, and supporting your community when storms strike. See the upcoming workshop dates and what you’ll learn here.
Tallahassee neighbors reflect on tornado recovery: A year after an EF-2 tornado ripped through Indianhead Acres, residents gathered to share stories of survival, community support, and healing. Hear their experiences on this special live edition of Speaking of.
Other highlights this week:
- Learn how to buy a home at a free seminar
- Support Joe’s 60th birthday with the Bog Lilies
- Support veterans at the Hog Roast
- Plant a colorful garden at the Container Gardens Workshop
- Donate blood and get a pint
- FAMU board names Marva Johnson
✨ We got your back
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Sip happens: Craving something cold, chewy, and dangerously addictive? The drinks at Bubbly Tea Bar are equal parts caffeine, fruit, and snack—all in one cup. Customize your order like a boba sommelier or stick with the house fave, but fair warning: that first slurp might become a full-blown personality trait.
Plot twist! You walked in just to browse… and somehow left Midtown Reader & the Piebrary with a towering TBR pile, a tote bag, and deep emotional attachment to a story you haven’t even read yet. Cozy, chaotic, or cat-adjacent—whatever your genre, the shelves here never disappoint.
Green thumbs up: Whether you’re a seasoned plant whisperer or the kind of person who needs a succulent with a survival guide, Native Nurseries has what you need to make your home 47% leafier. Warning: side effects may include impulse-buying a fiddle-leaf fig and naming it.
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🔔Coming soon
Bucking for Babies Tallahassee | June 6th–7th
Bull riding meets baby-saving, and yes—it’s as wild (and heartwarming) as it sounds. Bucking for Babies is the first rodeo of its kind in Tallahassee, with Let’em Buck Productions teaming up with the Preemie Project of Dothan–Tallahassee for a two-night fundraiser that’s got grit, guts, and a whole lot of good vibes.
Whether you’re in it for the rodeo action, the community cause, or just an excuse to wear your boots unironically, this one’s worth saddling up for. Get the details right here.
Tomato Feastival | June 8th
Tomato lovers, assemble. The 20th Annual Tomato Feastival is back, turning the Goodwood Museum & Gardens into the juiciest party of the season. Expect live music, tomato sandwiches (obviously), a locally loaded farmers market, cold beer, quirky contests, kid-friendly games, and raffle prizes ripe for the picking.
It’s all in support of the Red Hills Small Farm Alliance, so your snacking is technically philanthropy. Find out how to join the fun, become a sponsor, or enter your prize-winning produce right here.
📆 Around town
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This week
🎸 Wonderful Wednesday: Two Foot Level @ Goodwood Museum & Gardens | Wednesday (5/21) at 6 pm – Two Foot Level brings its vibrant mix of Americana, Folk, Reggae, and Bluegrass to the Goodwood Roller Rink for an unforgettable evening. Enjoy live music, food trucks, lawn games, and a selection of drinks as you groove to this Tallahassee-based band’s upbeat sound. Just bring your camp chairs and blankets—no BYOB allowed!
🎨 Make It with MoFA: Collages @ Museum of Fine Arts | Thursday (5/22) at 5 pm – Time to get creative at MoFA’s first Make It with MoFA event of the summer! Drop by to create one-of-a-kind collages using found materials, inspired by the stunning art of Christian Bendayán. Stick around to explore the “Conversaciones” exhibit afterward—perfect for an afternoon of art and creativity.
🛍️ 2nd Pop Up Market @ The Req Room | Thursday (5/22) at 5 pm – Check out The Req Room’s second pop-up market featuring local artists, jewelry, and more. After browsing, grab dinner next door, catch some live tunes, and enjoy a laid-back vibe with a delicious gumbo to top it off. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s totally worth it.
🍺 Trivia Night @ Amicus Brewing Ventures | Thursday (5/22) at 7 pm – Calling all trivia buffs! Gather your team and head to Amicus Brewing Ventures for a night of friendly competition with a side of craft beer. Prizes are up for grabs, and if you win, you’ll even get to pose with the prestigious Weekly Keg-style Trophy. Game on!
This weekend
🏛 Historic Preservation Month Tours @ The Grove Museum | Friday (5/23) at 10:30 AM – Walk through Tallahassee’s architectural gems with John Grandage as your guide on this free, informative tour. You’ll explore the historic Call-Collins House and dive deep into innovative preservation methods, so wear those comfy shoes!
🎬 Film Crashers present: The Island of Dr. Moreau @ Cap City Video Lounge | Friday (5/23) at 9 PM – Get ready for a hilarious, riff-filled ride as Film Crashers tackle the infamous The Island of Dr. Moreau. With live commentary, Marlon Brando’s strange performance, and some oddball laughs, this will be a night to remember.
🛍️ Downtown Market @ Ponce De Leon Park | Saturday (5/24) at 9 am – Roll out of bed and into one of the city’s most charming weekly pop-ups. Local art, handmade goods, food trucks, and tree-lined strolling—this Saturday staple is the perfect excuse to start your weekend downtown.
🌸 Colorful Container Gardens @ Native Nurseries | Saturday (5/24) at 10 am – Dig into your green thumb with Haley Bennett as she guides you through the art of creating vibrant, patio-perfect container gardens. Just bring a 5-gallon (or smaller) pot—or snag one on-site—and get ready to plant up some summer stunners. Call to reserve your spot; this cozy class caps at 15 green thumbs.
🐖 3rd Annual Hog Roast @ Tallahassee Harley-Davidson | Saturday (5/24) at 11 am – Smoked meats, live music, raffles, and charity vibes? Sign us up. Tallahassee Harley-Davidson’s biggest BBQ bash is back with pulled pork, games, and a cause worth riding for—supporting the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association.
🏠 Secret Mall Apartment @ Challenger Learning Center | Sunday (5/25) at 5 pm – Ever wanted to live in a mall? Secret Mall Apartment dives into the wild true story of a crew who actually did it — secretly — for years. Tallahassee Film Society is screening this quirky doc at the Challenger Center, and trust us, the concept alone is worth the popcorn.
🎶 Live music & comedy
- 5/20 Happy Hour with Paddy League @ Blue Tavern – 5 pm
- 5/21 Two Foot Level @ Goodwood Museum & Gardens – 6 pm
- 5/21 Open Mic Night @ Blue Tavern – 7:45 pm
- 5/21 Karaoke Night @ Fire Betty’s – 9 pm
- 5/22 Trivia Night @ Amicus Brewing Ventures – 7 pm
- 5/22 Chris Seep @ The Req Room – 8 pm
- 5/22 Open Mic Night @ Finnegan’s Wake Irish Pub – 8 pm
- 5/23 Big Poppa and the more @ The Getaway Grille – 7 pm
- 5/24 Genie’s Birthday Celebration @ The Sound Bar – 9 pm
- 5/24 Peak Dive @ Blue Tavern – 8 pm
- 5/24 Rev. Billy C. Wirtz @ The Sound Bar – 8 pm
- 5/25 Karaoke with Big Daddy & Mary @ The Sound Bar – 8 pm
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