Published: August 12, 2009 08:33 am      

Monthly Meetings

Allen Boyd (D-North Florida) Staff - Branford - third Wednesday; Town Hall, Council Chambers, Branford; 1-2:30 p.m.; trained staff visits to assist constituents; Info: 202-225-5235, www.house.gov/boyd/.

Allen Boyd (D-North Florida) Staff - Live Oak - third Wednesday; City Council Chambers, City Hall, 101 SE White Ave., Live Oak; 9:30-11:30 a.m.; trained staff visits to assist constituents; Info: 202-225-5235, www.house.gov/boyd/.

State Representative Debbie Boyd’s staff holds office hours in Branford, Mayo and Live Oak - A member of State Representative Debbie Boyd’s (D-Newberry) staff will visit Branford in Suwannee County on the first Wednesday afternoon of every month and in Mayo in Lafayette County and Live Oak in Suwannee County on the first Thursday of every month so the citizens will have an opportunity to meet personally with staff and discuss issues. Schedule: Branford - 2-5 p.m., Wednesdays in Branford City Hall; 9:30 a.m.-noon, Thursdays in Lafayette County Commissioners Board Room; and 1:30-5 p.m., Thursdays in the Live Oak City Hall’s Council Meeting Room.

Alzheimer’s Support Group - third Thursday (except December) at 3:30 p.m.; Good Samaritan Center, Dowling Park. Info: Angie Paarlberg, 386-658-5594.

American Legion Post 59 - third Tuesday, 7 p.m., Nell’s Restaurant, Branford.

American Legion Post 107 - The Harry C. Gray II Memorial American Legion Post No. 107 - business meeting, first Thursday at noon and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m., at 10726 142nd St., east of US 129 (Blue Lake Road), McAlpin. This is to accommodate both those who cannot travel after dark and those who work during the day. Info: Richard Buffington, 386-364-5985.

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 107 - first Saturday; 10 a.m.; Harry C. Gray II Memorial American Legion Post No. 107, 10726 142nd Rd., Live Oak. Info: Tanya Lees, 386-364-8331.

American Legion Post 132 - second Saturday; 9:30 a.m.; Wellborn Masonic Lodge, on CR 137, downtown Wellborn; Info: Gerald McKean, 386-963-5901.

Bible college classes offered – Third Saturday, from 2-5 p.m. at 104 Beech St., NE, Live Oak. Yearning to learn more about the Word? Can’t attend classes full time? Maybe this is your answer. Info: Dr. Simpson, 386-364-1607 or 386-344-4192.

BINGO at Wellborn Community Center - First Tuesday, from 4-6 p.m. Prize money based on participation; dinner’s follow at 6 p.m. $5.00 per person. Sponsored by the Marine Corps League.

Bluegrass Pickin - Suwannee Valley Bluegrass Pickin - first Saturday, 7 p.m., Otter Springs Resort Lodge, 6470 SW 80th Ave., Trenton. It is free to the public, in a nice, air-conditioned building. Info: Cloud Haley, toll-free 800-990-5410.

Bosom Buddies – a breast cancer support group - meets at 6 p.m., second Monday, at First Advent Christian Church in Live Oak. Breast cancer survivors are invited to share information, prayer and strength with each other. Info: Lisa Mills, 386-208-3949.

Branford Camera Club - third Thursday; 7:30 p.m.; Branford Library; second Thursday; Note: No August meeting; December meeting held on second Thursday to accommodated Holiday season. Info: Carolyn Hogue, program chair, 386-935-2044.

Chamber of Commerce - Suwannee County - second Thursday; 7:30 a.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Christian Mission in Action - first Tuesday, 6 p.m., at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ Youth Center, 12001 NW Seventh St., Live Oak; Info: Audrey Sharpe, 386-364-4560.

Christian Mission in Action Ministry - free food and clothing give-away, second Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at John H. Hale Community Park and Recreation Center, Duval Street, Live Oak; Info: Audrey Sharpe, 386-364-4560.

Council for Progress of Suwannee County - second Tuesday; 7:30 a.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Cub Scout Pack No. 408-Tiger, Wolf, Bears and Webelos dens (grades one - five) - every Tuesday, Aug.-May only; 6:30-8 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Live Oak.

Disabled American Veterans Chapter No. 126 - second Thursday; 6 p.m.; 226 Parshley St., S.W, Live Oak; Info: 386-362-1701.

Disaster Animal Response Team (DART) - first Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., Companion Animal Hospital, 605 N. Houston Street, Live Oak. DART helps out with pets, livestock, horses, birds and all animals during natural disasters. Volunteers needed. Info: 386-208-0072.

Dowling Park Volunteers - first Saturday; 1100 hours (11 a.m.); training each following Saturday at 1100 (11 a.m.); 22992 CR 250, Live Oak.

Drug Free Coalition of Suwannee County - last Thursday, 5:30 p.m. at 813 Pinewood Way, Live Oak. Info: Mary Taylor, 386-362-2272, suwannee coalition@mac.com, www.drugfreesuwannee.com.

Fibromyalgia support group - first Monday, 6 p.m., at Suwannee River Regional Library, 1848 Ohio Avenue South, Live Oak. Feel free to bring family members. Info: 386-842-5206.

Florida Gateway Charter Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association - second Thursday; 6 p.m.; locations change; Info: Sandy Harrison, 386-754-0434 or 386-752-0516.

Friends of Suwannee River State Park - second Tuesday; 10 a.m., board meeting; Suwannee River State Park, US 90 West, Live Oak; Last birding walk for 2008 will be held Saturday. Oct. 25; meet at park 8 a.m.; bring water, binoculars and favorite bird ID book; wear comfortable shoes or boots. Park entrance fees apply. Info: Membership Chair Walter Schoenfelder, 850-971-5354, wbs@surfbest.net or 386-362-2746, fosrsp@surfbest.net.

Ft. White Quilt Sisters - last Saturday, 9 a.m.-until, at Ft. White Town Hall near Library. Quilters of all skill levels are welcome to join us for a relaxing time of fun, fellowship and of course quilting. No dues or fees required - just the love and desire to quilt. Bring your lunch and quilting - make new quilting friends. Info: 386-497-4179.

Food free to anyone in need - Alapaha River Band of Cherokee, Inc., a non-profit organization, will give away free food to anyone in need first and third Fridays, from noon-3 p.m. at Free Food Service Pantry, 3589 NW 28th Terrace, Jennings. Info: Chief Joan Nelson, 386-938-4625 or 386-938-3609, or www.thealapahariverbandofcherokeeinc.org.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Live Oak - first Friday; noon; 1308 Eleventh Street, Live Oak.

Girl Scout Leaders, Girl Scouts of Gateway Council - first Monday; 7 p.m.; First Advent Christian Church, Live Oak; Info: Peggy Rudser, membership specialist, 212 N. Marion Ave., Suite 230, Lake City, FL 32055, 386-758-3230 or toll-free 866-295-1727.

Hamilton County Riding Club - first Saturday; 5 p.m., meeting-games; Hamilton County Arena, Jasper; third Saturday; 5 p.m.; trail ride-dinner, location announced at the first Saturday meeting; new members welcome; Info: 386-792-2725.

Hamilton County Tourist Development Council - second Wednesday; 1 p.m.; 1153 US 41 NW, Suite 4, Jasper (courthouse annex); public is welcome. Info: 386-792-6828.

Healthy Horizons, a chronic illness support group - meets at 6:30 p.m., second and third Thursdays at Christ Central Ministries, 1550 Walker Ave. SW, Live Oak. Group discussion, educational materials and friendly support provided to enable all to live to their fullest potential. All who live with a chronic condition are invited to attend. Open to all members of the community. Info: Church, 386-208-1345..

Home and Community Educators (HCE) - first Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., at Suwannee County Extension Office, Coliseum Complex, 1302 Eleventh Street, Live Oak; new members welcome; Pleasant Hill-second Monday, at 10 a.m.; McAlpin Community Center, McAlpin; Formerly known as Pleasant Hill Home Extension Club. Short business meeting, followed by a workshop of different projects for the community. Visitors are always welcome. Info: Donna Wade, president, 386-963-3516, or Barbara Parks, 386-362-3044. Happy Homemakers-second Wednesday; Suwannee County Coliseum Complex, 1302 Eleventh Street, Live Oak. Info: 386-362-2771.

Homeless Services Network of Suwannee Valley - second Tuesday, 4 p.m. at Columbia County Public Library, Lake City. United Way of Suwannee Valley serves as the lead agency for the Homeless Services Network of Suwannee Valley, which serves the counties of Columbia, Suwannee, Lafayette and Hamilton. The network includes agencies and individuals interested in the services available to those who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. Agency representatives, individuals, homeless and formerly homeless, with an interest in the needs of those who are experiencing homelessness or are threatened with homelessness are encouraged to attend.

Humane Society, Suwannee Valley - Animal Shelter - second Monday; noon; at the shelter located on Bisbee Loop, south entrance, in Lee off CR 255, Madison County; Info: toll-free 866-Adopt12, 866-236-7812, www.geocities.com/suwanneehs.

Lady of the Lake Quilting Guild - fourth Wednesday, in Lake City; for anyone interested in quilts and the art of quilting; the quilting public is invited. Info: Marcia Kazmierski, president, 386-752-2461.

Leona 4-H Community Club - first Monday; 7 p.m.; home of Avon and Betty Hicks, 6107 180th St., McAlpin; Info: Betty Hicks, 386-963-4205; Pam Nettles, 386-963-1236.

Lions Club - second Tuesday and fourth Tuesday; 12 p.m.; Farm Bureau meeting room; Info: Homer Scroggin, 386-364-4098.

Live Oak Artist Guild - first Tuesday; 7 p.m.; 213 NW Second St., Live Oak; Artwalk – from 7-9 p.m., third Friday. Artwalk End of the Season Celebration will be Friday, June 20. Artwalk will resume again Friday, Oct. 17. Info: 386-364-5099 or Linda Ruwe, 386-362-0985.

Live Oak Artist Guild’s Theater group meets third Monday, 6 p.m., Cultural Arts and Gallery, 213 Second St. NW, Live Oak. Members of the community are encouraged to join them.

Live Oak Senior Citizens - first Monday; 10:30 a.m.; Exhibition II Building, Coliseum Complex, 1302 SW Eleventh St., Live Oak; escorted tours available, prices vary; Deposits due at registration, balance due before trip. Info: Walter and Charlene Howell, 386-842-2241.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Live Oak - first Friday at noon; 1308 Eleventh Street, Live Oak.

Suwannee Valley Humane Society - Animal Shelter - second Monday; noon; at the shelter located on Bisbee Loop, south entrance, in Lee off CR 255, Madison County; Info: toll-free 866-Adopt12, 866-236-7812, www.geocities.com/suwanneehs.

Live Oak, Suwannee County Recreation Board - second Wednesday; 5:30 p.m. Suwannee Parks & Recreation offices, 1201 Silas Drive, Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3004.

MADD Dads - Third Thursday; 7 p.m.; Suwannee County Courthouse.

Man To Man Group - second Thursday; 7 p.m.; Marvin E. Jones Building, Dowling Park; free; refreshments provided; Info: American Cancer Society toll-free 800-ACS-2345 or the local office toll-free 888-295-6787 (Press 2) Ext. 114.

McAlpin Community Club - second Monday; 7 p.m.; covered dish dinner first; everyone welcome; purpose – to acquaint members of the community of services available in the county; Info: Donna Wade, 386-935-3516 or Shirley Jones, 386-963-5357; building rental: Leslie Owens, 386-364-3400.

MOMS Club - second Wednesday; 11:15 a.m. at the fellowship hall of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, go West on US 90 - seven miles from I-75, and 1-1/2 miles from the Columbia/Suwannee County line, 12 miles from Live Oak; Info: 386-397-1254, MOMSClubofLiveOakLakeCityFl@alltel.net

North Florida Chapter of Newborns in Need - first Tuesday; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; in the small conference room at Suwannee River Regional Library, 1848 US 129 South, Live Oak.. Please join them if you crochet, knit, sew, serge or can cut out or package. Help them take care of the premature babies in our area. Info: Mabel Graham, 386-590-4075.

North Florida Conservation and Airboat Alliance - second Tuesday; 7 p.m.; John H. Hale Community Park & Recreation Center, 215 NE Duval St., Live Oak; all meetings covered dish; airboaters and sportsmen working to keep public lands and waterways open for everyone to use and enjoy. No December meeting. President – Winston Williams; Vice President – Garry Garrison; Secretary-Treasurer Patty Wood-Williams. Info: Winston Williams, 386-362-6716; or e-mail pattyannwood@realtyagent.com.

North Florida Hope Share - second Tuesday, 6 p.m., Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office, Criminal Division Training Room, (old Mastec building), 1902 NE Duval St., Live Oak. Non-profit support group for grieving parents and family members. Light refreshments served. Info: Missy Norris, 386-364-3789 or 386-364-4064.

Nursing Mom’s Group - second Friday; 10 a.m.; Suwannee River Regional Library, Live Oak; Info: Michelle, 386-776-2955.

Pleasant Hill Home and Community Education (HCE) Club, formerly known as Home Extension Club - second Monday, 10 a.m., McAlpin Community Center Small business meeting, followed by a workshop of different projects for the community. Visitors are always welcome. Info: Donna Wade, president, 386-963-3516, or Barbara Parks, 386-362-3044.

SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders - Advent Christian Village - Dowling Park - trained volunteers help elders and their caregivers in Dowling Park area of Suwannee County to understand Medicare and other health insurance programs make informed decisions on insurance, Medicare Prescription Drug Cards and on discounted prescription drug programs and eligibility requirements; free; Info: appointment - 386-658-3333 or 386-658-5329; Florida Department of Elder Affairs toll-free 800-262-2243, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Branford – statewide program of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Free unbiased Medicare counseling provided. Trained SHINE Volunteers offer information and assistance with Medicare, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans, Medicare supplemental insurance, Medicaid programs, and prescription assistance programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. They can also provide valuable information about Medicare to persons soon to turn 65. Call the following number and they will refer you to the shine counseling site at Branford Public Library or a shine counselor will call you if you cannot visit this site. Info: Elder Helpline, toll-free 800-262-2243.

SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders - Jasper - Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Hamilton Pharmacy Assistance Program, Sandlin Building, 204 NE 1st Street, Jasper; trained volunteers help elders and their caregivers in Suwannee County to understand Medicare and other health insurance programs make informed decisions on insurance, Medicare Prescription Drug Cards and on discounted prescription drug programs and eligibility requirements; free; Info: Florida Department of Elder Affairs toll-free 800-262-2243, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders - Live Oak - second Monday, 1-3 p.m. or second Thursday, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; Suwannee River Regional Library, US 129 South, Live Oak; trained volunteers help elders and their caregivers in Suwannee County to understand Medicare and other health insurance programs make informed decisions on insurance, Medicare Prescription Drug Cards and on discounted prescription drug programs and eligibility requirements; free; Info: Florida Department of Elder Affairs toll-free 800-262-2243, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders - White Springs - first and third Thursday; 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Library, 12797 Roberts Street, White Springs; free; trained volunteers help elders and their caregivers in Suwannee County to understand Medicare and other health insurance programs make informed decisions on insurance, Medicare Prescription Drug Cards and on discounted prescription drug programs and eligibility requirements; Info: Florida Department of Elder Affairs toll-free 800-262-2243, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Suwannee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association - second Monday; 7-9 p.m.; Suwannee River Water Management District, US 90 and CR 49, Live Oak; Info: Sam Bigbie, 386-362-5090; Don Neale, 386-362-4850; Sylvia Dunnam, 386-362-3256.

Suwannee County Cattlemen’s Association - third Thursday; 6:30 p.m.; Farmers Co-op meeting room; Info: Herb Rogers, 386-362-4118.

Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce - second Thursday; 7:30 a.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Suwannee County: Council for Progress of Suwannee County - second Tuesday; 7:30 a.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Suwannee County Conservation District - third Thursday, 7 p.m., at Suwannee River Water Management District Office, US 90 and CR 49, Live Oak. Open to the public. Info: District Office, 386-362-2622, ext. 3.

Suwannee County Republican Executive Committee - first Thursday, 7 p.m., Suwannee County Regional Library on US 129 S in Live Oak. All welcome. For more information call Carl Meece at 386-776-1444 or 386-984-8605.

Suwannee County Democratic Executive Committee - first Thursday, 7 p.m., Live Oak City Hall, 101 White Ave. SE, Live Oak; All welcome. Info: Monica, 386-330-2036.

Suwannee County Development Authority - second Tuesday; 5:30 p.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Suwannee County Tourist Development Council - fourth Tuesday; 1 p.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Suwannee County Senior Citizens - first Monday; 10:30 a.m., Exhibition II Building, Coliseum Complex, 1302 SW Eleventh St., Live Oak; escorted tours available, prices vary; Deposits due at registration, balance due before trip. Info: Walter and Charlene Howell, 386-842-2241.

Suwannee Elementary School (SES) School Advisory Council (SAC) - meets at 6 p.m., third Tuesday, in the media center at SES, 1748 South Ohio/Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Live Oak. All interested parties are welcome to attend..

Suwannee High School (SHS) Band Boosters - second Thursday, 6:30 p.m., in the band room at Suwannee High School, Live Oak.

Suwannee River Valley Archaeology Society - third Tuesday; public library, Branford; Info: 386-935-4901.

Suwannee Valley Bluegrass Pickin - first Saturday, 7 p.m., Otter Springs Resort Lodge, 6470 SW 80th Ave., Trenton. It is free to the public, in a nice, air-conditioned building. Info: Cloud Haley, toll-free 800-990-5410.

Suwannee Valley Genealogical Society - first Thursday; 7 p.m., Wilbur St., Live Oak; Open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.; Info: 386-330-0110.

Suwannee Valley Humane Society - Animal Shelter - second Monday; noon; at the shelter located on Bisbee Loop, south entrance, in Lee off CR 255, Madison County; Info: toll-free 866-Adopt12, 866-236-7812, www.geocities.com/suwanneehs.

Suwannee Valley Quilters - first and third Thursday; 10 a.m.; Info: Jane, 386-776-2909 - after 4 p.m.

Tourist Development Council – Suwannee County - fourth Tuesday; 1 p.m.; 816 South Ohio Ave. Live Oak; Info: 386-362-3071.

Vision SSeeds, Inc. Vision SSeeds Inc./Community Development Unity & Empowerment Organization will be meeting the first Saturday of each Month at 1 p.m. at 110 Lafayette Ave SW until

further notice. We’re encouraging community and spiritual leaders to join us. Together, “we can make a difference.” Otha White Sr./President; Call 386-364-1367 for info;

e-mail me @ otha_whitesr@yahoo.com or visionsseedsinc@windstream.net.

Vivid Visions, Inc. - first Monday; 5:30 p.m.; Douglass Center Conference Room; a shelter and outreach agency for victims of domestic violence; Info: 386-364-5957.

Wellborn Community Association (WCA) - second Thursday; 7 p.m.; Wellborn Community Center; Info: Bonnie Scott, 386-963-4952, 386-208-1733-leave a message. WCA fund-raiser to benefit building fund - Blueberry Pancake Breakfast - first Saturday; center of Wellborn, Andrews Square; blueberry pancakes, sausage and orange juice or coffee. Blueberry Festival – first Saturday in June each year.

Wellborn Neighborhood Watch - last Thursday, 7 p.m., Blake Lowe Building, 1517 4th Ave., Wellborn; Info: Bruce or Jane, 386-963-3196.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Live Oak - first Friday at noon; 1308 Eleventh Street, Live Oak.