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Poor Paul's Pourhouse is just what it says, a little pub located behind/beside Bullwinkles. The drinks are probably the cheapest you'll find on the strip and there is never a cover charge. It is...
Poor Paul's Pourhouse is just what it says, a little pub located behind/beside Bullwinkles. The drinks are probably the cheapest you'll find on the strip and there is never a cover charge. It is 21+ only, and like Bullwinkles, the bouncers will do a very close inspection of all IDs (I actually got turned away because my ID had been through the laundry and had lost the shine on the top layer). Poor Pauls also has quarter pool tables and free dart boards with real metal-tipped darts - for both of these you have to arrive early. Theres also one or two pinball tables, a golf game, a jukebox loaded with a good selection, and NTN trivia. The booths get filled up quickly as they are prime location for groups. My largest complaint is that the ceilings are so low that the smoke easily overwhelms (even smokers in the party find it annoying). Nonetheless Poor Pauls is a great place to meet friends and hang out or start your night on the strip. Spin the wheel for free PPBucks (I have often only paid for ONE pitcher and won enough to cover a few more).
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I love the St Marks Trail! It's a great way to spend a sunny day with plenty of sunblock, water, and some good friends. I've biked and rollerbladed it, and also gone horseback on the unpaved trail...
I love the St Marks Trail! It's a great way to spend a sunny day with plenty of sunblock, water, and some good friends. I've biked and rollerbladed it, and also gone horseback on the unpaved trail and had nothing but good experiences. Other trailblazers are usually very nice and courteous and there are a few rest areas/water fountains along the way. If you have a mountain bike, there's some neat trails between Tallahassee and Woodville that you can access from the trail. If you work up an appetite, check out Posey's oyster bar or Riverside Cafe (which are hard to miss at the end of the trail) for refueling or enjoying a lemonade or sweet-tea before trailing back (I'm not sure if these are still open because the area was hit hard during hurricane season last year). There's also the San Marcos Historic State Park at the end of the trail that has a nice picnic area and canoe launches into the St. Marks/Wakulla Rivers. Depending on where you start from the trail can be up to 19 miles long (ending about 3 miles into the city), so plan accordingly. There are no admission fees and you can park at any of the rest areas along the way.
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The Warehouse is an often overlooked establishment on Gaines Street (across from the now closed Late Night Library). The building is a rennovated warehouse, which is interesting. The front room is...
The Warehouse is an often overlooked establishment on Gaines Street (across from the now closed Late Night Library). The building is a rennovated warehouse, which is interesting. The front room is the pool hall with about ten tables that are in decent shape. In a small corner of the front room is the bar, where you can find a decent selection of beers on tap as well as bottled. The back room is an open room with candlelit tables and a stage. During the weeks there are open mic poetry and musician performances as well as poetry and literature readings from FSU's English Department. On the weekend you'll often find a local or regional band playing, sometimes for free or with a minimal cover charge. The establishment is smoke friendly, but because of the high ceilings, this almost never bothers me. There is also a nice porch on the back that is a nice place to chat and enjoy a beer. My only complaint is that the bar is so small and a popular hangout for the regulars, that its sometimes claustrophobic and difficult to navigate to get a drink. The pool tables are about the same price as other halls in town ($8/hr) and quickly fill up on Saturday night, so arrive early or prepare to wait upwards of an hour for a table. The jukebox is filled with classic rock, which is a welcome change from the usual hip-hop/country mixes at other pool halls. I rarely go for the pool anymore (it's kind of out of the way for me) but I like to go to the poetry/literature readings (which are mostly free - with the exception of when they have a guest reader), but this is a great find for anyone looking for a change of pace in Tally's nightlife.
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Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra pulls on talent from the local universities' music faculty, as well as regional musicians of the highest calibur. This is not a simple community orchestra, but a...
Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra pulls on talent from the local universities' music faculty, as well as regional musicians of the highest calibur. This is not a simple community orchestra, but a world-class orchestra that is dedicated to bringing the beauty of classical music to the Tallahassee community. TSO also is very involved in educating our youth about the value of arts and music, and has a youth orchestra (TSYO) for budding musicians. For string musicians, this is one of the few opportunities to hone your craft and interact with peers. Personally, I was in the wind section of TSYO for years and found it a valuable part of my music education, and surprisingly one of the more fun activities I was involved in. TSO and TSYO offer a variety of events for different kinds of listeners. The more accessible event of the year is Pops in the Garden at Maclay State Park, which is fun for the whole family. If you're a discerning listener of classical music, go to one of their formal seasonal concerts, where you'll get a lecture session about the piece to be preformed: history, biography of the composer, and odd performance facts relating to the piece. The lecture is followed by the TSO's performance. The TSO often hosts guest conductors and musicians from around the world, offering Tallahassee a taste of the larger, global music community. All in all, the TSO has a lot to offer Tallahasseeans...although tickets can be expensive, the experience is worth it.
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Tom Brown Park is simply one of the most diversified recreational Parks that I have been to in any city, and is definately one of Tallahassee's jewels. Tom Brown is a large part of the recent...
Tom Brown Park is simply one of the most diversified recreational Parks that I have been to in any city, and is definately one of Tallahassee's jewels. Tom Brown is a large part of the recent national award to Tallahassee's Parks and Recreation (best in nation's parks system). The park is located off of Capital Circle NE, near the Park Avenue intersection (I couldn't find an address that would work with mapquest). Whether you're into biking, hiking, bmx, frisbee golf, tennis, soccer, baseball, football, nature walks, playgrounds, picnics, socializing your dog, or just hanging out in the sunshine - Tom Brown has it all! There's so much to do here that I'm sure I forgot something. There's plenty of open, sunny areas for basking and shady knolls for escaping the summer heat. They have a great handicapped accessible playground, which ensures fun for all children, and a more traditional playground near Lake Leon. Tom Brown is also prime real estate for the City's 4th of July fireworks celebration (during which I highly recommend the TalTran shuttles from nearby parking lots). I have noticed that there has been a slight increase of pedestrian pollution in Lake Leon and on the unmapped trails. I hope that the city can clean this up and that the community will help to keep the park clean and beautiful.
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Lafayette Community Arts Center is a part of Tallahassee's award winning Parks & Recreation Services. The center offers a variety of Arts & Crafts classes for children and adults, and is an...
Lafayette Community Arts Center is a part of Tallahassee's award winning Parks & Recreation Services. The center offers a variety of Arts & Crafts classes for children and adults, and is an inexpensive way to get involved with the local art community. I have personally taken a beadwork class, a basic sewing class, and a drawing class at the Center. All have been taught by friendly and knowledgeable members of the art community. I have heard great things about the "No Fear" line of classes, but have been unable to fit one in my schedule. For kids this is a great recreational activity, and they have summer camps directed at children who are interested in arts. Classes run about $35-45 for 8 week sessions which is much, much cheaper than art studio classes. There are classes to fit most schedules (day and evening). Most classes encourage students at all levels to join (unless level is stated in the title), but the instruction is geared towards beginner to intermediate. If you're advanced at a medium of art or a craft, apply to lead your own class and give back to the community!
Lafayette Community Center is a great addition to the city's growing art community.
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CD Warehouse is a local franchise of about 4 stores that sell new and used CDs, DVDs, and Video Games. The selection is OKay....translation: if you're looking for the latest top40 of the most...
CD Warehouse is a local franchise of about 4 stores that sell new and used CDs, DVDs, and Video Games. The selection is OKay....translation: if you're looking for the latest top40 of the most popular genres, you can usually find a used copy here. If you're looking for something more obscure or off the beaten path (i.e. the video will never make it on MTV), you might want to skip this and head over to Vinyl Fever. You can usually trade cds on a 2:1 ratio for used cds or a 3:1 ratio for new cds. There are only two locations that I'd recommend, the Village Square (Killearn area) and the one at the intersection of High Rd and Tharpe (WinnDixie Lot). These seem to have the best selection of the locations in town. The staff is usually friendly and they do have a database of cds available in all the stores in town, so ask if you don't see it on the shelves. CD Warehouse is sometimes a ticket vendor for music events in town, and if you save your ticket stub, you can get a 20% discount when you come back (this may be a temporary deal, but worth asking about). If you're in a local band and trying to get your demo or cd out in town, talk to Mike (the owner of the local stores easily spotted as the guy with the poodle)...He's friendly and into helping local artists get a spot on the shelves. My verdict: decent, but I still prefer the Fever.
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I recently had a laundry emergency when both my washer and dryer fell into disrepair and I had a plane to catch the next morning. The laundromat in my apartment complex had been inexplicably locked...
I recently had a laundry emergency when both my washer and dryer fell into disrepair and I had a plane to catch the next morning. The laundromat in my apartment complex had been inexplicably locked (I'm still not sure why), and I had to find someplace to wash and dry a load in the middle of the night. Extreme circumstances led me to find this little 24 hour (on weekends) laundromat a block from Doak Campbell Stadium. It's your usual laundromat atmosphere, a TV and a radio, and a bunch of washers and dryers, change machines and such. The attendant said they were having a special where they give you free detergent for each load you wash there, which turned out to be convenient as I left mine at home. I usually don't have a need for a laundry mat, but if you live near this one and need one, this is a good choice. It was quiet after 1am with only me and one other patron and the attendant in the building. They have pretty good hours during the week too, and are open til midnight.
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What the Main Ingredient lacks in pizzaz it makes up for immediately when you get the food. Located on Tharpe, near the High Rd intersection, Main Ingredient is little more than a converted garage...
What the Main Ingredient lacks in pizzaz it makes up for immediately when you get the food. Located on Tharpe, near the High Rd intersection, Main Ingredient is little more than a converted garage with indoor and outdoor seating for those comfortable summer afternoons. The food is the main star here, as you pick your main ingredient (hence the name) from a list of beef, chicken, fish, and veggies and then choose from a selection of preparation styles. The food is always fresh and made to order. The meals are reasonably priced and dinner will run you about $8-15. This is a great place to take the picky eater(s) in your life, as they can accomodate almost anyone's taste. They also serve beer and wine. The wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable, but expect a wait during lunch and dinner rushes as the kitchen prepares your meal to your specifications. My final verdict: definately one of Tallahassee's gems.
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I grew up going to Friday Night Jams at SkateWorld (it was then Skate Inn East). I have fond memories of playing fooseball, learning to skate backwards, winning my first speed skating race, holding...
I grew up going to Friday Night Jams at SkateWorld (it was then Skate Inn East). I have fond memories of playing fooseball, learning to skate backwards, winning my first speed skating race, holding hands under the disco ball, and generally just hanging out with my friends for a few hours every week. I was worried that my cousins weren't going to want to go skating....with all of the "xtreme" distractions (video games, nickelodeon, etc) I thought they were going to call me old and laugh. But they came along and had a blast.
SkateWorld recently resurfaced their rink, which is still for roller skates and blades that have the softer indoor wheels. Little else has changed, and I was surprised that the kids really had a good time, and were talking about going next time they visit. I'm not sure if they still do the Friday Night Jam or Teen Night (two hours of teen-only entrance, blacklights, pop music, and nachos at the snack stand. If you have kids and are looking for something fun and physical to do, drop by SkateWorld and have some good family fun.
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