If you would like anything added to the community calendar, email [email protected] or call us at (386) 364-4141.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, June 17
Suwannee County residents near Advent Christian Village are invited to join Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) for Watts Up Wednesdays – the co-op’s new account assistance days – inside the Professional Office Space at the village (10676 Marvin Jones Blvd., Dowling Park). SVEC Member Services will be available from 9 a.m. to noon to help with account or service inquiries, accept payments (card or check only) or just visit with residents. No appointment is necessary.
Thursday, June 18
The community is invited to take part in the McAlpin Community Food Drive, taking place from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Drop donations of canned goods and nonperishable foods off at the McAlpin Community Center, located at 9981 170th Ter. Every donation makes an impact.
Friday, June 19
Learn all about the way Another Way can help the community at the Live Oak Public Library (1848 Ohio Ave. S., Live Oak) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you or someone you know needs help with domestic violence or sexual assault, Another Way can help. If you have wanted to learn how to help those affected, come learn what you can do to help.
Saturday, June 20
American Legion Post 107 (10726 142nd St., McAlpin) will be hosting a Turkey Shoot at 12:30 p.m. Eight rounds of fun and excitement will give competitors a chance to win either beef, pork, turkey or even cash. The event is open to the public. Call 386-362-5987 for more information.
Tuesday, June 23
Join Hearthstone Botanical Gardens (3300 134th Pl., Wellborn) for a hands-on, wander-through-the- gardens adventure in the art of growing new plants from cuttings. This “Snip to Sprout: Cuttings with Judee” workshop will begin at 10 a.m. A materials fee will apply. Call 386-438-3102 to reserve a spot.
The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch (1813 Cecil Webb Pl., Live Oak) will be hosting its annual summer Cowboy Camp. This equestrian camp provides youth with an opportunity to learn how to work with and ride horses. Campers will also take part in arts and crafts, woodworking, swimming and hiking. Lunch and snacks will be provided. The cost is $200 per camper or $175 for siblings. Only 16 spaces are available for children ages 8 to 16. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 1. For more information, call 386-842-5555.
Monday, July 20
Beginning at 5:30 p.m., Jennifer Raulerson, B.S.N., R.N., C.D.P., Board Certified Master Mental Health Coach, will present “Mourning to Morning: The Rise Back to Purpose During Grief” at the Live Oak Public Library (1848 Ohio Ave. S.). This program will be a safe, supportive 90-minute session to better understand grief and learn practical ways to navigate it. The session is open to anyone experiencing loss, and will include gentle teaching and optional reflection. No sharing is required.
RECURRING EVENTS
Mondays - Thursdays
Mayo Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Third District Community Center (3373 U.S. 27, Mayo). Beginners’ meetings are held on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Open discussion takes place at 10 a.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. “Big Book Study” takes place on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. For more information, call 386-867-5953.
Tuesdays - Sundays
"You want to drink? That's your business. You want to stop? That's our business." Join Live Oak's Alcoholics Anonymous group to discover a new way of life. Regular Live Oak AA meetings are held each week at 7 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays. Men-only meetings are held each Sunday at 8 a.m. and are followed by women-only meetings at 4 p.m. The group also holds Al-Anon and AlaTeen meetings every Sunday at 2 p.m., which are open to friends and family of all ages. Each session will be held in the building next to the Suwannee County Health Department (911 Nobles Ferry Rd., Live Oak).
Wednesdays and Thursdays
Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight-loss support group with two chapters that meet weekly in Live Oak. The Wednesday chapter meets at 9:15 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church (9989 C.R. 136). The Thursday chapter meets at 9 a.m. at First Advent Christian Church (699 Pinewood Dr. S.W.). For more information, call 386-362-5933 for the Wednesday group or 619-980-0959 for the Thursday group.
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