Capitol Complex Events
Updated 11/03/09
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For Capitol Complex Events 2009/10
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Note: Renovations are currently taking place at the Florida Supreme Court Building on Duval Street directly across from Waller Park. Every attempt will be made to minimize disruption (noise) for confirmed events but are subject to issues associated with the construction in this area.
November 2009
Thursday, November 5, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Florida Small Business Development Center Network – Display of Mobile Assistance Center in conjunction with the Governor’s Small Business Summit.
Paymon Shokoohi 850/473-7820
Courtyard
Thursday, November 5, 11:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
912 Project Tallahassee – Health care protest.
Tonya Ehrhardt 850/980-1558
Historic Front Steps
Wednesday, November 18, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital Respiratory Care Department – Screenings for lung functions with Simple Pulmonary Spirometry and handouts for COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). All receiving screenings must complete a waiver form.
Mary Lescher 850/431-2540
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, November 19, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Southeastern Community Blood Center – Blood drive.
Carole Beckham 850/488-3782
Waller Park/Duval Street
January 2010
Friday, January 22, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Pro-Life Advocates of Tallahassee – Prayer vigil to bring awareness to the issues concerning the sanctity of life.
David Estupinan 850/567-6635
Historic Front Steps
February 2010
February 1 – 26
Black History Month – Artwork and displays.
Sandy Shaughnessy 850/245-6480
Plaza Level Rotunda Large Display Areas
Wednesday, February 3, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
American Heart Association – Press conference announcing Capitol Goes Red to raise awareness about heart disease.
Emily Read 850/878-3885
Historic Front Steps/Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, February 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Education Workforce Division – Showcase of career education programs and career and technical student organizations.
Jodi Tillman 850/245-9439
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, February 16, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
1000 Friends of Florida – Advocates gathering to support Florida Springs, speeches, supporting legislation.
Jim Stevenson 850/556-3072
Courtyard
Wednesday, February 17, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Florida Right to Life – Informational displays to educate Floridians about the importance of respecting each individual’s right to life.
Carrie Eisnaugle 407/834-5433
Historic Front Steps/Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Wednesday, February 17, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
American Cancer Society – Cancer awareness rally.
Jennifer Sharp 813/349-3442
Waller Park
Wednesday, February 17, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
American Cancer Society – Cancer awareness rally.
Jennifer Sharp 813/349-3442
Waller Park
Thursday, February 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Education Workforce Division – Showcase of career education programs and career and technical student organizations.
Jodi Tillman 850/245-9439
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
March 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Florida Operators Association – Promoting healthy foods and lifestyles.
Blake Casper 813/287-2231
Area north of Historic Capitol
Wednesday, March 3, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Palm Beach County - Displays and exhibits highlighting Palm Beach County.
Craig Stephens 561/355-4125
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 4, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Florida Student Association – Speaking on the importance of higher education
Anthony Mack 904/620-1856
Historic Front Steps
Thursday, March 4, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Epilepsy Foundation of Florida – Prevention and education awareness.
Susan Eddins 561/478-6515
Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, March 9, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
IT Florida – Showcase of innovative technology from organizations and corporations throughout Florida.
Matt Mohler 850/222-8156
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Wednesday, March 10, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Florida Catholic Conference – Information displays related to family life.
Sheila Hopkins/Chez Filippini 850/205-6825
Plaza Level Rotunda
Wednesday, March 10, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Elder Affairs – Elder Day to honor the many contributions of older adults while encouraging them to maintain active lives.
Kassandra Elekes 850/414-2000
Historic Front Steps/Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, March 11, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Florida Building Trades Council - Hands on demonstration of training activities, displays and presentations of apprenticeship opportunities.
Sandra Vega 850/224-4440
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, March 11, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Florida Operators Association – Promoting healthy foods and lifestyles.
Blake Casper 813/287-2231
Area north of Historic Capitol
Tuesday, March 16, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Florida Community Capitol Coalition – To bring awareness to the public regarding sentencing reform, restorative justice, applications awareness.
Janet Goree 727/204-8441
Waller Park
Tuesday, March 16, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Florida Community Capitol Coalition – To bring awareness to the public regarding sentencing reform, restorative justice, applications awareness.
Janet Goree 727/204-8441
Waller Park
Tuesday, March 16, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Military Affairs - Florida National Guard Day, showcase of military equipment used for state and nation in times of crisis.
Bobby Carbonell 850/414-9048
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, March 16, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Zeta Legislative Day – Presentations regarding legislative policies.
Thometta Cozart 850/245-4444
Historic Front Steps (group photos on March 17, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, March 17, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
ENLACE Florida – First generation college students to meet with legislators and to bring awareness to the program.
Braulio Colon 813/974-3897
Waller Park
Wednesday, March 17, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Florida Trucking Association - Trucker's Day at the Capitol, semi's and tractors, Florida Highway Patrol and Motor Carrier Compliance vehicles for No Zone and road safety presentations.
Matthew Ubben 850/222-9900
Courtyard
Wednesday, March 17, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Independent Funeral Director’s of Florida – Displays of funeral service information.
Jan Scheff 850/222-0198
Plaza Level Rotunda
Wednesday, March 17, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center – Cancer educational and information about services provided to Florida citizens about the center.
Cody Northup 813/745-7262
Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, March 18, 8:00 a.m.
American Red Cross – Promoting American Red Cross Month and to increase disaster preparedness and safety.
David Chayer 850/878-6080
Area north of Historic Capitol
Thursday, March 18, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Florida Sheriff’s Association – Sheriff’s Day at the Capitol.
Patti Brigance 850/877-2165
Historic Front Steps/Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda/Waller Park
March 22 – 26
Florida Heritage Month and Arts Day 2010 – Artwork and displays.
Sandy Shaughnessy 850/245-6480
Plaza Level Rotunda Large Display Areas
Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles - Florida driver licenses services, renewals, duplicates and address changes and tag services.
Don Shirilla 850/617-2649
Plaza Level Rotunda
March 22 – 26
Florida Heritage Month and Arts Day 2010 – Artwork and displays.
Sandy Shaughnessy 850/245-6480
Plaza Level Rotunda Large Display Areas
Tuesday, March 23, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Florida Commission on the Status of Women – Induction ceremony for the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame.
Michele Manning 850/414-3529
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, March 23, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Florida Guardian ad Litem Foundation – Displays regarding the program to increase awareness of advocacy for abused and neglected children.
Kelly Razzano 850/922-7213
Historic Front Steps
Tuesday, March 23, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Floridians for Government Accountability – Rally of Florida citizens to encourage transparency and accountability in the Florida Legislature.
Matt Mohler 850/222-8156
Waller Park
Wednesday, March 24, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Citizens for Florida Arts, Partnership with the Division of Cultural Affairs – Chalk Art by high school students.
Laura Stone 850/245-6470
Area North of Historic Capitol
Wednesday, March 24, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Florida Nurse Practitioner Network – Information, education and rally for nurse practitioner care.
Dr. Jean Aertker 813/414-9400
Waller Park
Wednesday, March 24, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Florida Suicide Prevention Coalition – Displays to increase awareness of suicide and its devastating effects.
Allyson Adolphson 850/922-9350
Plaza Level Rotunda (press conference on 22nd floor)
Wednesday, March 24, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Step Up For Students – Rally for school choice programs in Florida.
Jillian Metz 813/258-2700
Courtyard
Thursday, March 25, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Florida PTA – Rally for public education.
Latha Krishnaiyer 800/373-5782
Waller Park
Thursday, March 25, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged – Gathering of transportation vehicles, advocates and community to celebrate the program and legislative awareness.
John Irvine 850/410-5700
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, March 25, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Florida Optometric Association – Eye screen van.
Kellie Webb 850/877-4697
Courtyard
Monday, March 29, 9:30 a.m.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Florida – Press conference to announce legislative priorities and to provide public awareness on drunk driving and underage drinking issues.
Kristen Allen 850/681-0061
Courtyard
April 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
National Association of Social Workers, Florida Chapter – Legislative day for social workers.
Johanna Byrd 850/224-2400
Historic Front Steps and area north of Historic Capitol
Tuesday, April 6, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Florida State University - FSU Day at the Capitol, academic displays and student performances.
Toni Moore 850/644-3847
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Wednesday, April 7, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Florida Association of Realtors – Legislative day at the Capitol.
Suzanne Hughes 850/224-1400
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 8, 10:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Florida Bicycle Association – Florida Bike Summit, informing legislators of the importance of bicycling and bicycling issues, health, transportation, air quality and fun for life.
Laura Hallam 352/468-3430
Courtyard
Thursday, April 8, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Florida Dental Hygienist Association – Exhibit information and displays regarding health and dental issues.
Betty Dalton 850/863-4141
Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, April 8, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Florida Junior Community College Student Government Association – Rally and displays in support of organization’s legislative agenda.
Doug Ryan 850/567-3212
Historic Front Steps/Plaza Level Rotunda
Monday, April 12 through Friday, April 16, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Children's Week/United Way of Florida & Partners - Children's hanging hands, displays, exhibits, activities throughout week.
Jason Zaborske 850/251-7274
Plaza Level Rotunda/Courtyard April 12-13
Wednesday, April 14, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Alachua County Legislative Day
Sande Calkins 352/377-7635
Courtyard
Thursday, April 15, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Special Olympics Florida (Leon County Sheriff's Department) - Annual ceremony to bring awareness about children and adults with mental and developmental disabilities.
Steve Barrow 850/921-4424
Courtyard
Monday, April 19 through Friday, April 23, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles - Florida driver licenses services, renewals, duplicates and address changes and tag services.
Don Shirilla 850/617-2649
Plaza Level Rotunda
Monday, April 19, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
ABATE of Florida, Inc. - Motorcycle rally and public awareness of issues.
James Reichenbach 352/625-6353
Historic Front Steps/Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, April 20, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Film Florida – Awareness for the film and production industry and its economic impact on the state.
Liz Morgan 904/981-0982
Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, April 20, 5:00 p.m.
Monroe County – Florida Keys Day.
Holly Merrill 305/853-1947
Courtyard
Wednesday, April 21, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Miami-Dade County Days, Inc. – Paella Fest.
Dianne Raulson 305/944-2053
Courtyard
Thursday, April 22, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Florida Department of Environmental Protection – Earth Day celebration with educational booths and children’s activities.
Vanessa Williams 850/245-2171
Plaza Level Rotunda/Waller Park
Thursday, April 22, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Florida 4-H Youth Development Program – 4-H Day at the Capitol, educational program for youth on Florida State government and process.
Wendi Armstrong 352/846-0996
Courtyard
Tuesday, April 27, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
ENLACE Florida – First generation college students to meet with legislators and to bring awareness to the program.
Braulio Colon 813/974-3897
Plaza Level Rotunda
Tuesday, April 27, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission – Get Outdoors Florida! To encourage families in outdoor experiences that will help them achieve healthier lifestyles and gain appreciation of Florida’s natural resources, booths, displays and interactive games for youth.
Karen Ventimiglia 850/487-3796
Wednesday, April 28, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Volunteer Florida Foundation – Fitness Day at the Capitol, displays, exhibitors, press conference.
Kay Kammel 850/410-0696
Plaza Level Rotunda
Thursday, April 29, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Papillon Florida – Information and displays regarding prison reform.
Kathleen Murff Whiting 352/375-1201
Courtyard/Plaza Level Rotunda
May 2010
Sunday, May 2, 6:00 p.m. until Monday, May 3 at 12:00 p.m.
Florida State Fraternal Order of Police - Candlelight vigil in remembrance of fallen law enforcement officers in Florida.
Joy Mooshie 850/656-9881
Courtyard
Sunday, May 2, 8:00 p.m. - Thursday, May 6, 10:00 a.m.
Christian Heritage Church - Churches from Florida gathering to read the Bible from Genesis through Revelation around the clock, pray and worship.
Brenda Maynard 850/514-3287
Waller Park
Thursday, May 6, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Florida Prayer Network - National Day of Prayer, prayer rally, children’s prayer walk, prayers and appreciation for emergency and military personnel.
Pam Olsen 850/339-6190
Main event 22nd floor
Friday, May 7, 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
National Day of Prayer for Schools – To rally support for prayer to return to our schools campuses, and support of our National Day of Prayer in Washington, DC.
Pastor Kennethea Wright 912/695-5533
Historic Front Steps/Waller Park
