Calendar of Events:
- June 20: Tour of Master Craftsman Studio (lunch optional)
- June 21 and July 19: “Evening at the Edge of the Sea” with FSUCML
- July 11: Field trip to Marianna Caverns State Park (lunch optional)
- August TBD: Making Awesome Tour
Master Craftsman Studio – wanna peak inside?
Master Craftsman Studio (MCS) is a unique university auxiliary associated with Florida State University’s Facilities Department. MCS is a self-sustaining studio whose artists are experts in bronze sculpture, stained glass, furniture construction, and restoration. Specializing in creating one-of-a-kind custom art pieces throughout FSU campus such as the “Declaration” art piece at the Woodward and Gaines St. round-about. (Image on the left, below.)
The magnetically levitating sculpture “Maggie,” (above, center) was created by the MCS, and made possible through a collaboration between FSU, City of Tallahassee, and the National Maglab. The design and unique levitational feature serves to establish Tallahassee as the “Magnetic Capital of the World.” We will learn the history of MCS and the relation to FSU and the community. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the processes and the main studio on June 20th at 11AM. Additional spaces have been added with priority to current members. Register here.
Florida Caverns State Park at Marianna
If you haven’t been to the Florida Caverns lately, or ever, this is your chance. Cool air, the sound of dripping water, a visual array of mystifying stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones and draperies – greets
visitors exploring the otherworldly depths of Florida Caverns. Our tour will be led by a Florida Park Ranger who can help us understand how this underground world was formed and continues to evolve. There will be a fee to this event. The amount will be determined by the number of participants and communicated to you closer to the tour date. Expect a $15-$20 fee/person. July 11th at 10AM. This is not a free event. The charge will depend if we have at least 20 people. So please bring friends and family! Register here for free on Eventbright!
Making Awesome is
THE Tallahassee Makerspace!
What is a makerspace? It is a place that offers the know-how and access to tools and equipment to a creative community. Making Awesome is a nonprofit organization made up of a diverse group of makers, dreamers, entrepreneurs, students, tinkerers, hobbyists, enthusiasts, and teachers. The space is available to members 24/7. Come tour their facility and see what they offer the Tallahassee community. Date and time TBD.
2818 Industrial Plaza Dr STE H, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Report from ISEF 2025!
Two Tallahassee students traveled to Columbus, Ohio, to participate and compete in the 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, the world’s largest pre-college STEM competition. Mikhail Abramov from Lawton Chiles High School and Suhani Gawde from Maclay School represented the Florida Capital Region at ISEF, joining students from 48 states and more than 60 countries, regions or territories.
Mikhail Abramov, an 11th Grader from Lawton Chiles High School, competed in the Software Category with his project “Novel Approach to Calculation of Bike Route Distance Using Concept of Fractal Dimension.” Suhani Gawde, an 11th Grader from Maclay School, competed in the Biomedical Category with her project “The Effect of Nicotine on Embryonic GABA Neuron Morphology.” Their projects were the top prize winners of the 2025 Capital Regional Science and Engineering Fair in Tallahassee, FL, and advanced to ISEF to compete in the international competition.
At ISEF, Mikhail Abramov became a recipient of the Silicon Valley Engineering Council prize Special Award for his project. Silicon Valley Engineering Council is the premier alliance of Engineering Societies founded in 1989, dedicated to advancing its member organizations and promoting STEM innovation by fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and technical excellence in future engineers and scientists.
TSS steps up as a partner in the Capital Regional Science and Engineering Fair
Stay tuned for next year!
A Fun Candy-Making Demonstration at Lofty Pursuits
We had a good crowd at Lofty Pursuits Friday May 23rd learing about the effects of water and temperture in the hard candy making process. The two candy-makers wowed us with their skill in handling molten candy and forming the elaborate design of an American flag to honor the Memorial Day holiday.
FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory
FSUCML is a jewel on the nearby coast at St. Teresa Beach. They conduct research to optimize marine management and conservation by studying sea creatures in their habitats. They invite the public to come and explore the coastal environment at one of their workshops called “Evening at the Edge of the Sea.” Upcoming events are Saturday June 21st and July 19th. While this is not a TSS event, we encourage you to go! Reserve a spot HERE!