Get Engaged

Looking for ways to get engaged in your community? Check out some of Leon County’s upcoming events and programs.

Library Lecture Series: "King of the Monsters: How Godzilla Conquered the World"

Saturday, August 22, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Leon County Main Library, 200 West Park Avenue

Celebrate seven decades of cinematic history with a look at the enduring legacy of Godzilla. Since his 1954 debut, the "King of Monsters" has appeared in dozens of films, evolving from a Japanese film sensation into a global cultural icon that continues to shape modern entertainment. Trace Godzilla's massive impact on the world of entertainment and his unique role in bridging the cinematic traditions of Japan the United States. Presented as part of CosmicCon 2026: Sirens, Sailors, and Sea Monsters.

Free and open to the public, with refreshments provided.

About the Speaker
Dr. Laura Lee, faculty member in the College of Motion Picture Arts at Florida State University, teaches film and animation history, contemporary cinema, documentary film, and film aesthetics, with additional expertise in Japanese cinema, popular culture, and visual culture.

Since 2017, Leon County Government has implemented more than 500 citizen ideas to improve programs and services for Leon County residents.  Citizens have submitted bright ideas like:

• Adding a button to translate the County’s Emergency Information Portal website to keep citizens of any language proficiency informed during a disaster.

• Creating a “Help My Pet” sticker to assist first responders in contacting a pet caretaker when the owner cannot be reached.

• Declaring Florida Emancipation Day as a County holiday.

• As a pilot program, installing three electric vehicle charging stations at the Main Library and Eastside Branch Library.

• Transferring surplus Leon County EMS ambulances to Lively Technical Center to be used for training in the Diesel Truck Maintenance Program.

All of these suggestions came from citizens like you and are now implemented in Leon County!

Join Leon County in co-creating our one-of-a-kind community by sending your own bright ideas.