Sunday, September 6
The Ironhead Gallon Family Foundation will be hosting a Gospel Concert on Labor Day Weekend at 5 p.m. Admission is free, and local choirs are invited to attend and participate, free of charge. The registration link can be found in the Ironhead Gallon Family Foundation Facebook page. There is a $500 cash prize for best choir.
Friday, September 11
Madison Coffee Co. is partnering with CareerSource North Florida to host Coffee With a Vet. The event will be an opportunity for any local Veterans to learn about the services offered by CareerSource North Florida, as well as an opportunity for Veterans to meet and network with other Veterans from around the area. A variety of pastries will be available, as well as fresh coffee brewed on site. Madison Coffee Co. is located at 375 NE Marion St., in Madison. For more information, please call (850)-973-WORK (9675), or email contact@careersourcenorthflorida.com.
Saturday, September 12
The Earth Angels of Madison County are hosting a $1 fill-a-bag with gently used clothing day. Bags will be provided and the event will be hosted on the Madison County Courthouse lawn. The event will be hosted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, September 12
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism is holding their quarterly Madison Local Market where assortments of vendors will be selling their wares, including baked goods, antiques, handcrafted items or farm goods—the market is full of variety. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Madison County Courthouse lawn.
Saturday, September 12
The Madison County Youth Bassmasters Tournament is taking place for members from safe light to 11:30 a.m. Tournament dues are $25 and it will take place at the Cherry Lake Boat Ramp in Cherry Lake. A tentative date of Oct. 10 is set for the next tournament. You must be a member and pay annual dues to participate.
Monday, September 14
The Lee Public Library is hosting a Senior Social event at 10 a.m. and a book sale during their normal business hours. The book sale will be on Monday, Sept. 14 and Tuesday, Sept. 15. The library is located at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Friday, September 18
The Lee Public Library is hosting a “Senior Paint and Create” class at 10 a.m. for any seniors who love painting to come enjoy the activity with other members of their community. The library is located at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Saturday, September 19
The Jefferson County and Madison County Health Departments are hosting a Community Cleanup Day, with youth volunteers needed. It will be hosted in Haffye Hayes Park at 1376 SW Grand St., in Greeneville. For more information, contact Betsy Rykard (850)-601-6153 or Crystal Pruitt at (850)-427-4039.
Wednesday, September 21
The Madison Colts are starting up another season of youth football for local children. All kids are welcome and require a physical and ID. The registration fee is $200. To register or find out more information, contact the Madison Colts at (850)-343-4167. The deadline for registration is Sept. 21.
Tuesday, September 22
Florida 4-H is hosting a Quad-County Chick Chain show where participating youth present their chickens to be judged on quality, care and showmanship. The show will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Madison Agricultural Center at 184 NW College Loop.
Friday, September 25
The American Legion Riders, Chapter 224, are hosting a "Come Support the Veterans" event at the Four Freedoms Park, located at 112 Range St., in Madison, from noon until the food is gone on Sept. 25. A donation of $10 is very much appreciated, and food served will include grilled chicken, potato salad and baked beans.
Monday, September 28
The Lee Public Library is hosting a photography club at 4 p.m. The club is for photographers of all skill levels to connect and learn about their craft. The library is located at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Tuesday, September 29
The Lee Public Library is hosting a Hotwheels club at 4 p.m. Anyone who loves Hotwheels or just wants to see some cool toy cars should come to the meeting to connect with their fellow Hotwheels enthusiasts. The library is located at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Every Monday through Friday
There is a Seed lending library at the Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison. It is open during normal hours and has various seasonal seeds available for checkout.
Every Monday
The Madison Public Library is currently hosting a chair calisthenics class called “Move with Cali” every Monday. 9:30 a.m. is the men’s group and 10 a.m. is the women’s. The library is located at 378 College Loop in Madison. The Lee Public library hosts a similar class called “chair yoga” from 2 p.m. to 2:30. The Lee Library is located at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Every Tuesday
The Madison Public Library hosts Lego and Game day at 3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. for all ages, located at 378 College Loop in Madison. There will be Legos to play with (or you can bring your own) as well as games aplenty!
At noon, the Lions Club holds its weekly meeting at Cucinella’s Brick Oven Pizzeria. At these meetings, they welcome new members and discuss community related topics. Cucinella’s is located at 201 SW Rutledge St., in Madison.
The Lee Public Library, located at 7783 US-90, in Lee, hosts a food pantry from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. There, those in need can receive food donations at no cost, or those with extra to give can donate food to help their community.
Every Wednesday
A representative from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) comes to the Madison Public Library located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, from 9 a.m. until noon. The representative will be able to help anyone apply for services and answer any questions.
At 12 p.m., the Madison Rotary Club meets in the Villa 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.
The Lee Public Library has events of all kinds on Wednesdays, including Stamp Club at 11 a.m., Spanish Class at 1 p.m., Chair Yoga from 2 p.m. to 2:30, Chess Club at 3 p.m. and finally Magic: The Gathering Club at 4 p.m. The library is located at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Join the Edge of Town for a weekly pool tournament at 7 p.m. in Lee at 8289 US-90. For any pool enthusiasts, this is the place to show your muster.
Every Thursday
Starting at 10 a.m., the Lee Public Library located at 7783 US-90, in Lee, has Ms. Jodis’s singalong, then story time at 10:30, followed by a graphic novel at 3 p.m. and game afternoon at 4 p.m.
Join the Edge of Town for a weekly cornhole tournament and bingo at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. The tournament is blind-draw, double elimination. Located in Lee at 8289 US-90.
At 10:30 a.m., the Madison Public Library hosts story time for any children who want to hear a good book. At 3:30 p.m., they have their “Maker Space” meeting and STEM activities. If you’re looking to tickle your brain, come enjoy some creative learning at 378 College Loop, in Madison.
Every Friday
The Lee Public Library, located at 7783 US-90, in Lee, hosts an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting from noon to 1 p.m., and then art club at 3 p.m.
Join the Edge of Town for Karaoke and Trivia every Friday night at 7 p.m. There will be fun karaoke, trivia, prizes and more. Located in Lee at 8289 US-90.
Every first Monday
The 4-H Saddles & Spurs Club, ages five to 18, meets to learn about horses, leadership and outdoor skills at 6 p.m. They meet at the UF/IFAS Extension Office at 184 NW College Loop, in Madison. Call the Madison County Extension office at (850)-973-4138 for more information. Must be a 4-H member to participate.
Every second Monday
The Town of Greeneville holds their Town Council Meetings at 6 p.m. at Greeneville Town Hall, located at 154 SW Old Mission Ave, in Greeneville, to discuss town policy and procedure. The meetings are open to the public.
Every first and third Monday
The Madison County School Board usually holds their meetings on every first and third Monday, barring any holidays, at 6 p.m. These meetings discuss matters relating to educational procedures and school systems and are open to the public. They happen at 210 NE Duval Ave, in Madison.
Every fourth Monday
The Madison County Democratic Party (DEC) meets at 5:30 p.m., at the Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison.
The Republican Party of Madison County (GOP) meets at 7 p.m., at the Chamber of Commerce Agricultural building located in Madison at 182 NW College Loop.
Every first Tuesday
The American Legion Post 224/Auxiliary Club holds their monthly meetings at 7:30 p.m. at their post home, located at 4383 NE Cherry Lake Circle in Madison.
The Town of Lee has their monthly meeting, open to the public, at the Lee City Hall at 7 p.m. The meeting takes place at 286 NE County Rd. 255, in Lee.
Every second Tuesday
The Madison City Commission meets monthly at 5:30 p.m. at Madison City Hall, located at 321 SW Rutledge St., in Madison. Here they vote on local laws and review official matters related to the city’s functions.
The American Legion Riders meet at their post home at 7:30 p.m. at 4383 NE Cherry Lake Circle, in Madison.
The Lee Public Library has a Book Club meeting at 10 a.m. Located in Lee at 7783 US-90, the meeting is for all reading enthusiasts who want to discuss their love for literature.
The 4-H Creative Clovers, a sewing and crafts club for ages eight to 18, meet at 5:30 p.m. at the UF/IFAS Extension Office at 184 NW College Loop, in Madison. Call the Madison County Extension office at (850)-973-4138 for more information. Must be a 4-H member to participate.
Every second and fourth Tuesday
The Lee Public Library has a Lego Club, open to all ages, for anyone who loves Legos to come together for a fun afternoon. The meeting is at 4 p.m. at 7783 US-90, in Lee.
Every second Wednesday
The American Legion Riders meet at their post home located at 4383 NE Cherry Lake Circle in Madison.
The 55 Plus Club of Madison will be meeting from September through May from noon until 1 p.m. at The United Methodist Center in Madison, located at 1997 NE Colin Kelly Hwy. The event is completely free and open to all Madison County residents aged 55 or older. There is a free lunch and a different guest speaker at every meeting.
Every second and fourth Wednesday
The Madison County Board of Commissioners meets; the first meeting is at 9 a.m. and the second is at 6 p.m. They meet at the Courthouse Annex at 229 SW Pinckney St., Suite 107, in Madison. The meeting concerns all of Madison County’s cities and their various civic functions, and it is open to the public.
Every first Thursday
The Madison Garden Club has their meeting for gardeners to discuss strategies for gardening and their interests or plans for their gardens. The meeting is held at the Madison Woman’s Club building, located at 345 Lakeshore Drive, in Madison.
The 4-H STEM Club, for ages eight to 18, meets at 5:30 p.m. at the UF/IFAS Extension Office at 184 NW College Loop, in Madison. Call the Madison County Extension office at (850)-973-4138 for more information. Must be a 4-H member to participate.
Every second Thursday
The Madison Woman’s Club has their monthly meeting at their building, located at 345 Lakeshore Drive, in Madison. Here women are welcome to become part of their fellow female’s community and enjoy events and community projects they host.
The 4-H Community Club, for ages five to 18, meets to coordinate community service and learn about the importance of community involvement at 5:30 p.m. They meet at the UF/IFAS Extension Office at 184 NW College Loop, in Madison. Call the Madison County Extension office at (850)-973-4138 for more information. Must be a 4-H member to participate.
Every second and fourth Thursday
The Kiwanis Club of Madison meets from noon to 1 p.m. at the Madison County UF/IFAS Extension Office Meeting Room, located at 184 W College Loop, in Madison. They welcome new members interested in community service.
Every third Thursday
The Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, hosts Genealogy for Everyone from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Here you will learn how to trace your family history. Any skill level is welcome to attend. Bring a laptop and any family information you have (birth/death dates or marriage certificates). From there you will be assisted in constructing your family tree. At this event, you will also learn about free online tools and library resources available, alongside access records and databases to find your ancestors for free. For more information, please contact Tammy Beauchamp at (941)-286-9682.
Every first Friday
The Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, has their monthly community acoustic gathering “SongFarmer” for locals to jam out together from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Every last Friday
The 4-H Homestead Homeschoolers meet at 10:30 a.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church to connect and discuss strategies for successfully homeschooling children. Their church is located at 323 NE Jay St., in Madison.
Every second Saturday
The 4-H Shooting Sports/Archery Club, for ages eight to 18, meets at 9 a.m. at the Madison County Extension Office to learn how to shoot safely and responsibly. The meetings are at 184 NW College Loop, in Madison, and equipment is provided. Must be a 4-H member to participate.
Every third Saturday
The Greater Life Church hosts their Compassion in Action Crusade a t 177 SW Horry Ave, in Madison, to provide local families with support they may need, such as free clothing, food and drinks, household items and individual prayer and support. The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, please visit www.gplmadison.com.
Just for September
The Madison Public Library is hosting a limited-time ukulele class on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until noon. Volunteer teacher Anna provides free lessons for anyone interested to learn how to play the ukulele. The library is located at 378 College Loop, in Madison.
For all three branches of the Suwannee Public Library system, the month of September is Free Library Card Sign Up Month, and the libraries will be doing community outreach to connect with locals who may be interested in coming to their local library. The library is located at 378 College Loop, in Madison.
Saturday, October 3
Tallahassee Out of the Darkness Walk to prevent suicide will be happening at the Apalachee Regional Park, at 7750 Apalachee Pkwy in Tallahassee, Fla. The program starts at 9:30 a.m., with registration at 8:30 a.m. To register, visit afsp.org/tallahassee.
Saturday, October 3
Charlotte’s Hope Ministries is hosting a Multi-Author Workshop & Book Signing at The Bridge in Madison, located at 1135 E US 90 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will be four inspirational authors at the book signing event, and the workshop will offer help on how to overcome writer’s block and structure your own unique narrative and confidently navigate the self-publishing journey to get your work out into the world.
Tuesday October 6
Join the community in honoring our community heroes. Madison Lodge #11 is proud to present the Steven M Agner First Responder of the Year Award to a local first responder. The recipient will be recognized at a special ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 5:30 at the Madison Church of God, located at 771 NE Colin Kelly Hwy, in Madison. For more information or to nominate a first responder, contact the Madison Lodge #11 at (850) 973-7509
Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10
Charlotte’s Hope Ministries is hosting “A Woman’s Journey to God and Love’s Promises” event at The Bridge in Madison, located at 1135 E US 90. Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. there will be dinner and a live concert by Psalm 101, and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (lunch included) there will be a ladies’ conference featuring guest speakers Marilyn Weeks and Ginger Gray as well as workshops and worship. Tickets are free - to sign up for the event, email liz@char-hope.org with the number of tickets and if you will be there Friday only or both days.
Friday and Saturday, October 23-24 and 30-31
Ragans Family Campground located in Madison, at 1051 SW Old St Augustine Rd, will have special halloween-themed contests on the last two weekends of October. Activities will include costume contests, pumpkin carving contests, trick-or-treating and more. Day passes into the campground cost an initial $20 and then $10 for each additional person. Day passes are sometimes restricted or unavailable on holiday weekends. For more information, call their office at (850)-973-8269.
Saturday, October 31
Annual Madison County “Trunk or Treat” events will be taking place all over the county. The many events will take place between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Saturday November 7
Join the SJMBC Women’s Conference in November at the St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville. The event is hosted by the Women’s H.E.N.S. Ministry and will feature guest speaker Christy Bass Adams.
Saturday, December 5
Light Up Madison will make its yearly return to Madison for the holiday season. Hosted by the Kiwanis Club and Madison County Chamber of Commerce, the event will feature vendors, a parade and plenty of activities for the whole family. The event will start at 4 p.m. and the parade will start at dark.