Prepare Your Family During National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month, and Leon County encourages you to be Leon Ready. Take steps to make sure you, your family and neighbors are well-prepared. Review your emergency plans, assemble essential supplies, and stay informed, especially if you’re a young adult new to independent living.

Visit LeonReady.com to find disaster preparedness resources and to download the Leon County Citizens Connect app to receive emergency notifications.

Lake Carr Invasives Shoreline Cleanup
Saturday, September 28, from 9-11 a.m.
Cedar Hill Landing, 467 Cedar Hill Rd.

Join Leon County Government for a cleanup event at Cedar Hill Landing to remove invasive species, or non-native species, and litter from the shoreline and swallow waters of Lake Carr to support and protect the local ecosystem. Attendees can learn about the impacts of local aquatic invasive species, engage in the removal of litter and unwanted plants, and enjoy refreshments, community and the outdoors.
 
Register and learn more at LeonCountyFL.gov/Summit.

27th Annual Fire Truck Round-Up
Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tom Brown Park, Easterwood Drive
 
Bring the whole family to the 27th Annual Leon County Fire Truck Round-Up on Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will take place at Tom Brown Park by the dog park near Lake Leon and highlight the service and dedication of Leon County’s volunteer firefighters. Families can meet Leon County’s six volunteer fire departments, tour fire trucks, and take pictures with the firefighters and trucks. Come out and enjoy free food, music, and activities for kids, including a dunk tank with the volunteer firefighters, bounce houses, face painting, giveaways, and more.

Cultura Tallahassee: The Beauty of Our Heritage Exhibit Opening
Saturday, September 14, from 1-2 p.m.
Bruce J. Host Northeast Branch Library, 5513 Thomasville Rd
 
Celebrate Hispanic culture, heritage, and history during the opening of the exhibit Cultura Tallahassee: The Beauty of Our Heritage at the Bruce J. Host Northeast Branch Library on Saturday, September 14, from 1-2 p.m. The exhibit features artwork from local artists and will be on display through October 14, 2024.
 
Learn more at LeonCountyFL.gov/HispanicHeritageMonth.

September is Library Card Sign-up Month
 
Discover the endless possibilities that a library card can bring when you sign up for or renew your card at your Leon County Public Library. Whether you're a student looking for research materials, a parent seeking educational resources, or simply a book lover, your public library has something for everyone.
 
Enjoy free access to millions of resources, including print and digital books, movies, magazines, garden tools, musical instruments, events, and so much more.
 
Sign up for your free Leon County Public Library card today at LeonCountyLibrary.org/LibraryCard.