Thursday, April 25
On Thursday, April 25, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., The Edge of Town is holding a Bingo Night. Cards are $2 each or three for $5. Five games of three cards each split 50-50 with the Madison County Chamber of Commerce as a fundraiser. Bonus game of winner takes all. Ticket purchases are non-refundable. The Edge of Town is located at 8289 E US 90, in Lee.
Saturday, April 27
On Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., North Florida Strong will be hosting an introductory class on Water Sources and Purification in the event of disruptions. The class is open to the public and registration is free. The class will be held at 182A NW College Loop, in Madison.
Tuesday, April 30
Join Allison Tant at her campaign kickoff for re-election on Tuesday, April 30, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Plenty of food and refreshments will be provided. This event will be held at Four Freedoms Park, located at 112 Range St., in Madison. Please RSVP to allisontant@allisontant.com.
Friday, May 3
Wear your best "Fancy Nancy" outfit for the Fancy Nancy Tea Party! On Friday, May 3, all girls and ladies are invited to attend Madison Church of God for a distinguished tea party with other young women. The best dressed Little Ms. Teen and Mrs. Fancy Nancy will be recognized, so be sure to dress up for the occasion! An entry donation fee for the event will be much appreciated, with all donations going to benefit the Women's Crisis Pregnancy Center. Amazon, Walmart or Target gift cards, as well as cash or checks, are all requested. Seating at this event is limited. Call or text Debbie Willis at (386) 717-5708 to RSVP before Monday, April 22. Madison Church of God is located at 771 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison.
Saturday, May 11
On Saturday, May 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., North Florida Strong will be hosting a presentation by the Madison Amateur Ham Radio Club on Ham Radio and other radio communication systems (GMRS) in Madison County. The class is open to the public and registration is free. Join us as we develop a robust communication system throughout the county if cell phone service is unavailable. The presentation will be held at the Ag Center, 182 NW College Loop, in Madison.
Saturday, May 11 - Monday, May 20
This year's 20th of May celebration, hosted by the Madison County Recreation Association, will begin Saturday, May 11, with a youth event at the Rec Center. On Friday, May 17, there will be a banquet, beginning at 6 p.m., also at the Rec Center. The parade and festival will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 18. Following on Sunday, May 19, a worship service will be held at Demascus Baptist Church, beginning at 11 a.m. The celebration is culminated on Monday, May 20, with the Laying of the Wreath Ceremony at Four Freedoms Park, beginning at 12 p.m. For more information, contact Donna Mobley at (850) 491-8168 or Tamara Johnson at (850) 464-6227.
Saturday, June 1
On Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., North Florida Strong will be hosting an introductory class on Canning. Bring a sack lunch. The class is open to the public but limited to 12 participants. The registration is $10 to cover the cost of canning materials and vegetables, which you will take home. The class will be held in the church hall at Saint Vincent De Paul, 186 NW Sumter Street, in Madison.
Every Tuesday of the month
Every Tuesday at noon, the Lions Club holds its weekly meeting at Cucinella's Pizzeria. At the meetings, they welcome new members and discuss community related topics. Cucinella’s is located at 201 SW Rutledge St., in Madison.
Every Wednesday
Every Wednesday, the Madison Rotary Club meets at 12 p.m. in the Ave Maria Hall of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church, located at 301 N Orange Ave., in Madison. For more information, contact Chad Arnold, Secretary, at jcarnold@gmail.com or call (850) 673-8201.
Every Thursday
The Madison Public Library holds their Preschool Story Time every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Movies, crafts and games are sure to entertain and delight. The library is located at 387 College Loop, in Madison.
Second and fourth Friday of every month
Mad Talkers Toastmasters Club meets every second and fourth Friday of the month from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., at the Madison County Chamber of Commerce Office Board Room, located at 182 NW College Loop, in Madison.
Every fourth Friday
Every second and fourth Friday of the month, Lee Public Library, located at 7783 US-90, in Lee, hosts Family Tree Ministries for an educational homeschooling event. Information will be presented by Director Nancy Moral, M. Ed., and will feature inspiration and support for homeschooling and home living. Moral will share useful homeschooling information obtained in her 35+ years of experience in various educational and academic settings, as well as resources for self-sufficient living and emergency preparedness. All are welcome.
Every Third Saturday
Compassion in Action Crusade is held the third Saturday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event has free food, drinks, clothes and more to give away, including prayer. Compassion in Action is held at 177 SW Horry Ave., in Madison. For more information, please visit www.gplmadison.com
Second Wednesday of the month (September-May)
The 55-Plus Club Luncheon and Program is held the second Wednesday of the month, at 12 p.m., at the United Methodist Cooperative Ministries Center, located at 135 NE Dill St., in Madison. No reservations are needed to attend and the program is open to all in Madison who are 55 years of age or older.
Second and Fourth Thursday of every month
The Kiwanis meet the second and fourth Thursday of every month, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. This meeting is held at the Madison County UF/IFAS Extension Office Meeting Room, located at 184 NW College Loop, in Madison.
Every Thursday and Friday of the month and the first and third Wednesday of the month
The community youth group meets every Thursday and Friday of the month and every first and third Wednesday of the month at the Lee Public Library, located at 7783 US-90, in Lee, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Every first and third Tuesday
The food pantry at Fellowship Baptist Church is open on the first and third Tuesday of every month, for those in need, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Any individual wanting to donate can drop donations off during the food pantry's hours or contact Christy Bass-Adams at (850) 673-9764. Fellowship Baptist Church is located at 1997 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison.
Every Sunday and Wednesday
The College and Young Pros of Madison First Baptist Church meet every Sunday, at 9:45 a.m., and Wednesday, at 8 p.m. These young adults would love for you to join them. The church is located at 134 SW Meeting St., in Madison.
Every Wednesday
Awanas is underway for Fellowship Baptist Church. All children aged two years old to fifth grade are welcome to attend. Awanas is held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday nights. Fellowship Baptist Church is located at 1997 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison.
Every second and fourth Thursday
The Titus 2 Ladies Bible Study group at Fellowship Baptist Church meets every second and fourth Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Childcare will be provided to those that need it for the meeting. Fellowship Baptist Church is located at 1997 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison.
Every fourth Tuesday
The Shepherd's Hands of the Suwannee Valley continues to offer their free medical clinic at Madison First Baptist Church every fourth Tuesday of each month, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to assist in the ministry. The church is located at 134 SW Meeting St., in Madison. For more information, call (850) 973-2547.
Every Tuesday
Celebrate Recovery is held every Tuesday night at Fellowship Baptist Church, in Madison, from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. This Christ-centered recovery program is open to the public. Fellowship Baptist Church is located at 1997 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison.