🌴 Contest Alert: Win "Taste in the Garden" for 2 | CityClips #226

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Featured Partner: NAT20

Happy Fri-Yay, folks! 🩷 We’re switching things up today. We’ve got some jokes. Ready? “How do movie stars stay cool? (insert cricket sfx)—They have lots of fans.” 😎 “Why was the broom late for school? It over-swept.” Whomp, whomp. 😏👌 Whether you’re planning to chill at home or hit the town, here are some fun things you can consider for your next road trip. Congrats, to Troy for winning the TLH Beerfest drawing sponsored by yours truly! Speaking of prizes, we have 2 tickets for the “Taste in the Garden” charity event. Scroll ahead for details.

Quick Summary

In our 226th edition, here’s some exciting finds:

• FL Finds: Muggle Manor | Harry Potter-Themed Vacation Rental

• FL Eats: AJ Chocolate House | Orlando’s Choco World

• TLH Cares: Taste in the Garden for 2nd Harvest 2024

• Featured Partner: NAT20 | Connect with Nerdy Minds

• Event Highlight: Paw Patrol Live “Heroes Unite”

FL FINDS

HP-THEMED AIRBNB

Image Credit: Muggle Manor

Calling all Potterheads! 🧙‍♂️ If you're obsessed with the wizarding world, then this magical Harry Potter-themed Airbnb is your dream come true! ✨ | Melissa Maddock via IG

• Step inside Muggle Manor, and get ready for a spellbinding vacation! Inspired by the beloved Harry Potter series, this enchanting rental whisks you straight into the Wizarding World. From the Great Room vault brimming with iconic relics to the cozy charm of the Great Hall, every corner of Muggle Manor is crafted to make you feel like you're living in a magical storybook. 🏰

• They are located in Davenport, Florida and less than half an hour away from the wizarding world of HP.

• Follow them on their socials for updates: FB, IG, and Website

• For queries, you may email: info@mugglemanor.com. You may book via Airbnb or through their website.

FL EATS

AJ CHOCOLATE HOUSE

Image Credit: AJ Chocolate House via IG

If Steve Jobs and Willy Wonka had a love child, AJ Chocolate House would be the magical byproduct. ✨ Born in a family basement in Lithuania, this delightful chocolate haven has since taken Europe by storm, and lucky us—this is their first-ever spot in America! How sweet is that? 🍫 | Offline Orlando FL via IG

• Everything is handmade using top-tier Belgian couverture chocolate, and many menu items are flown from Europe. In summary, everything is rich, authentic + unmatched in the Orlando chocolate world.

• AJ Chocolate House gift sets and baskets cater to a wide variety of occasions. | Learn More

• They are located in the heart of Winter Park, Florida!

• Opening hours: Mon. to Wed., Sun.: 10 AM to 10 PM, and Thurs. to Sat.: 10 AM to 11 PM.

TLH CARES

TASTE IN THE GARDEN 2024

Image Credit: Taste in the Garden

2nd Annual "Taste in the Garden" benefiting Second Harvest of the Big Bend at Tallahassee Nurseries. It will be an evening of food, drink, music, friends, and fun! 🥗 | Taste in the Garden

• Join this exciting event on October 24th, Thurs. at 6 PM EDT at Tallahassee Nurseries, located at 2911 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL.

• All proceeds will support Second Harvest of the Big Bend in providing healthy food to our neighbors facing hunger and food insecurity across the Big Bend area.

• They’re on a mission to make a difference and are raising funds for a great cause. Their goal is $100,000, and they’ve already made impressive progress with $46.7K raised so far. Let’s keep the momentum going! | Individual tickets price: $125 Tickets or you can donate here. 🪙

• Did you know? We have 2 tickets ($250 Value) to giveaway for this special occasion. All you have to do is Sign-up here & refer-a-friend to subscribe to CityClips by Mon. Aug. 26th to enter for our next weekly drawing on Aug. 28th.

FEATURED PARTNER

Image Credit: NAT20

NAT20 | Connect with Nerdy Minds

Are you a proud geek or nerd looking for your tribe in Tallahassee? Meet NAT20, your new BFF! Connect with fellow nerds and explore Tallahassee's unique geeky gems together. 👓🤓

🗓️ Save the Date: NAT20 Event on September 5th, Thurs. 5:30 PM to 8 PM at The Pickle Pad, 1925 N Monroe St Suite 109, Tallahassee, FL 32303

TLH FUN EVENTS

Image Credits: Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group

Entertainment / Things To Do

Aug. 24th, Sat. 2 PM to 5 PM EDT at Venvi Art Gallery: T is for Tallahassee: the ABC's of our Musical City - Book Signing | Free Learn More

Featured Event: Aug. 27th to 28th, Tues. to Wed. 6 PM EDT at Donald L. Tucker Civic Center: PAW Patrol Live! "Heroes Unite" by Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group | Ticket price range: $25 to $120 Tickets Learn More

Aug. 31st, Sat. 10 AM to 3 PM at Tom Brown Park: Oasis Fun Fest | Learn More

• General Admission is free

• Tickets: $10 for Fun Day Rides & Games Wristband

Aug. 31st to Sept. 2nd, Sat. to Mon. 10 AM to 6 PM EDT at North Florida Fairgrounds: Kaleidoscope of Color Quilt Show by Quilters Unlimited | Tickets Learn More

• Tickets: $10 per day, or $25 for the whole show.

• Free admission for 15 years old and below when accompanied by an adult.

Sept. 5th, Thurs. 7 PM to 9 PM EDT at Lake Tribe Brewing Company: Trivia Night by Lake Tribe Brewing Company | Learn More

• Join them every Thursday starting from 7 PM in the beer garden. More brain busters, beer prizes, seasonal brews, and early weekend vibes. They also have a food truck on site, so come early for beer and brain food!

Sept. 5th, Thurs. 5 PM EDT at Downtown Tallahassee: Terre Rouge & Easton Wine Dinner by The Huntsman | Ticket price: $125.58 Tickets

Sept. 28th to 29th, Sat. to Sun. 7 PM EDT and 2 PM EDT at Donald L. Tucker Civic Center: Star Wars A New Hope In Concert | Ticket price range: $40 to $100 Tickets Learn More

FL Events

Sept. 3rd to 28th, Tue. to Sat. 11 AM to 5 PM EDT at Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum: Special Exhibit: The Philippines Campaign | Free Learn More

Sept. 7th, Sat. 9 AM to 4 PM at 1386 Cook Road Lamont, FL 32336: Wildlife Center 4th Year Bash by North Florida Wildlife Center | Ticket price range: $9.50 to $14.50 Tickets