Leon County Link for January 2025
The Leon County Link connects citizens with Leon County services. For Leon County news and information, please visit: LeonCountyFL.gov/News.
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Countdown to the World Athletics Cross Country Championships
Saturday, January 11
Fun Run at 10 a.m. / Program to Follow
Leon County Apalachee Regional Park, 7550 Apalachee Parkway
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Help us kick off the one-year countdown to the most prestigious event in cross country running: the World Athletics Cross Country Championships, coming in January 2026!
Starting at 10 a.m., enjoy a free, family-friendly 3K fun run on the championship course, exciting games, complimentary hot dogs, and gold beads for all race finishers, along with special appearances by national and international cross country athletes, including Worlds and Olympic competitors. A special program will follow the race.
Want to be a part of the action in 2026? During the kickoff event, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to volunteer for the historic World Athletics Cross Country Championships.
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Learn more at VisitTallahassee.com.
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Leon County Adopt-A-Tree Program
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For more than 30 years, Leon County Government has proudly supported our native ecosystem through the Adopt-A-Tree Program, which provides unincorporated County residents the opportunity to have a tree planted on their property for free. County residents can now choose between two beautiful tree varieties:Â Riverbirch and Shumard Oak.
Learn more and apply now at LeonCountyFL.gov/AdoptATree.
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Mental Wellness Month Series
Throughout January
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Join Leon County Government and community partners for Mental Wellness Month programs that promote mental health and well-being at the Leon County Public Library.
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Meditation for Wellness
Tuesday, January 7, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Leon County Main Library
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Art for Wellness
Saturday, January 11, from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Lake Jackson Branch Library
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Writing for Wellness
Wednesday, January 15, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Leon County Main Library
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Animals for Wellness
Saturday, January 25, from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Eastside Branch Library
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Music for Wellness
Tuesday, January 28, from 2-3 p.m.
Eastside Branch Library
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Learn more at LeonCountyLibrary.org/MentalWellness.
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Leon Works Expo Exhibitor Registration Now Open
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Make connections and build opportunities as an exhibitor during the 10th annual Leon Works Expo. Leon County Government and the Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality will host the Leon Works Expo on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. The Expo will connect hundreds of local high school students to employers and academic institutions, creating opportunities to explore careers in the skilled workforce.
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Businesses interested in showcasing their career opportunities and engaging with the next generation of workers can register now at LeonCountyFL.gov/LeonWorks. The deadline to register is Friday, April 11, 2025.
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Community Volunteer Opportunities
Become a 2025 Point in Time Count Volunteer
The Big Bend Continuum of Care (CoC) is seeking volunteers to assist with the annual Point in Time Count taking place Tuesday, January 28, through Friday, January 31. The event is an annual count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness across the Big Bend CoC geographical area. Mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, this count helps to identify and understand the extent of homelessness in our community. Big Bend CoC is seeking donations and volunteers to count, survey, and support the homeless population. Visit BigBendCoC.org to learn more.
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Florida Guardian ad Litem Office Information WebinarÂ
Are you interested in finding out how you can make a difference in a child’s life? Join the Florida Guardian ad Litem Office, Circuit Two for an informative webinar on Thursday, February 6, at 7 p.m. via Zoom.
During the webinar, receive information about:
- Florida Guardian ad Litem Office Mission: Learn about their mission, vision, and the vital role their office plays in the lives of children in the foster care system.
- Volunteer and Mentor Opportunities:Â Learn more about how to become a Guardian ad Litem volunteer or mentor.
- Training and Support:Â Find out about the comprehensive training and ongoing support they provide for their volunteers.
- Q&A Session: Get all your questions answered by members of their staff.
Email Volunteer Recruiter Laurel Rigg at Laurel.Rigg@gal.fl.gov to register. Visit GuardianadLitem.org for more information about the Florida Guardian ad Litem Office and their volunteer and mentor opportunities.
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Board of County Commissioners Schedule January 2025
Monday, January 27, at 9 a.m.
Board of County Commissioners Retreat
The Retreat at Bradley's Pond, 9002 Bradley Road
Tuesday, January 28, at 3 p.m.
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
County Courthouse, 5th Floor Commission Chambers - 301 S. Monroe Street
Tuesday, January 28, at 6 p.m.
Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing
County Courthouse, 5th Floor Commission Chambers - 301 S. Monroe Street
Live television broadcasts of Board of County Commissioners meetings are available on Comcast channel 16, the Leon County Florida channel on Roku, the County’s , , and , and the County’s .
For meeting and location updates, visit .
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