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Wednesday, Jan. 15
Wednesday marks the final day of the Friends of the Library book sale at the Jasper Public Library. Visit during regular hours of operation for an array of books, DVDs and CDs being sold at great prices. All proceeds will benefit the library. The Jasper Public Library is located at 311 Hatley St.
The Orchard Community Church's student ministry will be hosting a bonfire night from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Bring a camp chair and enjoy light snacks of smore's and cocoa. The event will be held at the Orcard Community Church of Live Oak, located at 1220 Walker Ave. SW.
Thursday, Jan. 16
Fuel your career opportunities by kicking off the new year with Coffee with a Veteran. This event by CareerSource North Florida will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at .50 Cal Coffee & Desserts, located at 208 W Howard St., in Live Oak.
Thursday, Jan. 16
Live Better and Longer with perspective, passion and a commitment to health. Join the Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce for an inspirational message from Fitz Koehler, a fitness innovator, cancer-crusher and author of multiple books, sponsored by HCA Florida Lake City Hospital. Lunch will be provided for guests free of charge. This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Visit www.myliveoak.org/events/livebetter-and-longer and click on “More Details” to register. For more information, contact Lindsey Covington at (386) 984-2079 or Lindsey.Covington@HCAHealthcare.com. The event will be held at the Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce, located at 212 Ohio Ave. N, in Live Oak.
Friday, Jan. 17
The Florida Forest Service is working with Suwannee Parks & Recreation to celebrate Arbor Day in Suwannee County. Beginning at 10 a.m., Heritage Park & Gardens will plant a tree and then will give away tree seedlings of slash pine, longleaf pine, bald cypress, red cedar, southern live oak, southern magnolia and red maple. Supplies are limited, so be sure to arrive early for best selection. Heritage Park & Gardens is located at 1004 Helveston St. SE, in Live Oak.
Saturday, Jan. 18
Keep Suwannee County Beautiful, Inc. is a newly organized volunteer group focused on conservation, preservation and beautification. Individuals interested in joining the group's mission are encouraged to join its U.S. Highway 129 North cleanup event from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cleanup will begin at the Busy Bee in Live Oak, heading toward County Road 136A, and returning to the Busy Bee. For more information or to join the group, visit www.facebook.com/KeepSuwannee CountyBeautiful. Saturday, Jan. 18 Join the Live Oak Elks Lodge for Meat Bingo! This fun take on the classic game of Bingo will begin at 1 p.m. at the lodge, located at 415 Howard St., in Live Oak.
Saturday, Jan. 18
Legendary Bass Fisherman Hank Parker will be the guest speaker at the Sixth Annual Beast Feast at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, Fla. This free event will take place at 6 p.m. There will be dozens of items, including hunting and fishing gear, given away. The Beast Feast will be an evening of fun for the whole family. For more information, visit www.SJMBCGreenville.com, Facebook.com/SJMBCGreenville or call (850) 464-0114. Tuesday, Jan. 21 Join Hearthstone Gardens for a hands-on workshop that focuses on how, when and where to prune. Learn tips for successful pruning and engage in hands-on practice. Bring bypass pruners and loppers. The cost to attend this workshop is $10. Call (386) 438-3102 to reserve a spot. Hearthstone Gardens is located at 3300 134th Pl., in Wellborn.