Sunday, April 19 | 10 AM–5 PM | Rain or Shine | 1600 Miccosukee Road | Tallahassee, FL 32308
Join us for a joyful, all-parish day together at Goodwood Museum & Gardens on Sunday, April 19. We’ll gather for a combined service at 10 AM, followed by a full day of fellowship, food, and fun for all ages and stages.
Spend time in the Carriage House enjoying indoor trivia and a special talk on the shared history of St. John’s and Goodwood, or head to the Jubilee Cottage for hands-on creativity, including a string art project and other arts & crafts.
Outdoors, the lawns will be alive with games and activities for the young and young at heart—sidewalk chalk, a scavenger hunt, sack races, and plenty of space to play and relax.
Plus a parish-wide game of kickball – dress casually and wear your sneakers!
Whether you stay all day or just stop by, there’s something for everyone.
We’ll conclude our time together with prayer and music, sending us out refreshed and connected.
Bring a reusable water bottle, a lawn chair, picnic blanket, a hat, a guitar (if you play), and anything to help you enjoy a beautiful sunny day outdoors.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
+The 7:45 AM service WILL take place in the church and be livestreamed.
+A combined 10 AM service will take place at Goodwood Museum & Gardens (no 9 or 11:15 AM services).
+Handicapped parking will be available at the Carriage House. Dining will be made available at the Carriage House for those who are mobility impaired.
+7:30 PM Sung Compline will take place in the church.
Worship, Fellowship, & Food for All
10:00 AM – Worship Service + Holy Eucharist
A joyful worship service to begin the day.
11:45 AM – Picnic on the Lawn (East Lawn)
A fried chicken lunch will be served in the Carriage House, then you can find a spot on the lawn to enjoy!
12:00 PM – Tallahassee Tuba & Euphonium Ensemble (Lynn Ricks & Friends) (East Lawn)
Enjoy live brass music while you picnic and relax.
2:30-4:30 PM – Lofty Pursuits Ice Cream Truck
A sweet treat for all ages—available before and during the kickball game, while supplies last.
4:30 PM – Closing Worship
Wind down the day in the air-conditioned Carriage House with a liturgy led by Father Lonnie, singing, and prayer together. Bring your guitar if you play!
Carriage House (Talks & Presentations)
10:00 AM – All Day – Welcome / Info / First Aid
Stop here for directions, assistance, and general information throughout the day.
12:30 PM – Shared History of St. John’s & Goodwood (David Proctor)
This talk will explore how both St. John’s and Goodwood emerged from the same early Tallahassee world, including the story of Hardy Bryan Croom’s family, who are memorialized at St. John’s after the shipwreck of the Home in 1837 as they traveled to Tallahassee to occupy Goodwood.
1:30 PM – The Great Episcopal Quiz Challenge (Jonathan Jackson)
A fast-paced, team-based quiz game combining Bible knowledge, the Book of Common Prayer, and interactive challenges.
2:30 PM – What We Nurture Grows (Kate Kile)
Using flowers as a point of reflection, Kate Kile will consider how beauty draws us toward God, invites wonder and care, and reminds us that what we lovingly nurture in creation and in spirit has the chance to flourish.
3:30 PM – The Episcopal Church in Cuba (Heather Jordan)
This talk will present a brief history of the Episcopal Church in Cuba, showing how the Diocese of Cuba came under the umbrella of The Episcopal Church rather than the Church of England, and how it fits within the wider Anglican Communion. It will conclude with a look at St. John’s companion parish and the joy and vitality emerging from Zorrilla today.
Center Lawn (Games & Activities)
All Day – Lawn Games & Bounce House
Drop in anytime for cornhole, Jenga, sports, and a fun all-ages scavenger hunt. Parental or guardian supervision is required for use of the bounce house
2:00 PM – Sack Races
A classic, high-energy race for kids and the young at heart.
2:15 PM – Three-Legged Races
Grab a partner and test your teamwork!
2:30 PM – Balloon Tower Challenge
Work together to build the tallest (or most creative) balloon structure.
3:00 PM – Tug of War
Team Christmas People vs Team Easter People – let’s go!
3:30 PM – Parish-wide Kickball Game
Let’s go! Join Captains Erik Salsgiver and Jay Lacy for a friendly game of kickball.
Jubilee Cottage (Arts & Crafts)
12:30–2:00 PM – String Art Project (Jay Lacy)
With wood, nails, string, and a bit of cheerful hammering, this lively hands-on project turns simple materials into works of art.
2:00–3:00 PM – Flowers and ‘Flies (Elizabeth Crowe)
Participants will craft colorful paper flowers and butterflies, full of charm and springtime delight.
3:00–4:30 PM – Open Studio
Paint a gift bag or a watercolor masterpiece on your own, then pin your work up to dry on the clothesline for everyone to enjoy.
Historic House
1:30–3:00 PM – Self-Guided Tours
Explore the historic home of Goodwood at your own pace.
Laundry Cottage (Kids Area)
10:00 AM–5:00 PM – Nursery
A quiet, comfortable space for younger children to rest and recharge. Open all day!
