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.
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.
Friday, October 2
The Madison Public Library is partnering with the Statewide Guardian Ad Litem Office to host a supportive informational event “Youth in Foster Care Need Mentors.” To find out more about becoming a mentor, visit the library at 378 NW College Loop from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m.
Friday, October 2 - Sunday, October 4
Madison County High School is hosting their second annual Mega Reunion presented by the Ironhead Gallon Family Foundation from Oct. 2 through Oct. 4. On Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. the event is kicked off with a family-friendly tailgate. On Oct. 3 there will be a Dukes and Boots party for adults ages only. On Oct. 4, there will be a Sunday Service gathering and an optional brunch to follow. Visit the MadCo Mega Reunion Facebook page for more information.
Saturday, October 3
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is hosting their annual Tallahassee Out of the Darkness Walk 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.
Charlotte’s Hope Ministries is hosting a Multi-Author Workshop & Book Signing at The Bridge in Madison, located at 1135 E US 90. 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.
Wild Roots Pumpkin Palooza is an annual fall festival and pumpkin marketplace, with food trucks, live music, arts and crafts and more. The event takes place at 10828 US Hwy. 129, in Live Oak, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Tuesday, October 6
Join the community in honoring our heroes. Madison lodge #11 is proud to present the second annual 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 the Madison Church of God. For more information or to nominate a first responder, contact the Madison lodge #11 at (850)-973-7509.
In an effort to inform the voters of Madison County, Greene Publishing, Inc. will be holding another political forum ahead of the Tuesday, Nov. 3, general election. Candidates for County Commission, School Board and State Representative will be on hand to answer questions and share their thoughts with you, the voters of Madison County. The forum will take place in the Madison County Courthouse, in the main courtroom, on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to come out and listen to the candidates. For those unable to attend in person, the forum will be streamed live on the Greene Publishing Facebook page.
In an effort to inform the voters of Madison County, Greene Publishing, Inc. will be holding another political forum ahead of the Tuesday, Nov. 3, general election. Candidates for County Commission, School Board and State Representative will be on hand to answer questions and share their thoughts with you, the voters of Madison County. The forum will take place in the Madison County Courthouse, in the main courtroom, on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to come out and listen to the candidates. For those unable to attend in person, the forum will be streamed live on the Greene Publishing Facebook page.
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.
Saturday, October 10
The American Legion Riders Chapter 224 of Cherry Lake will be holding a Poker Run event for eight-year-old Wren Noble Stone, who is battling cancer. Registration begins at Post 224 at 9 a.m., located at 4383 NE Cherry Lake Cir., in Cherry Lake. Then the rider’s kickstands will be up at 10 a.m. to head to the poker run’s first stop, the Madison Country Club at 10:30 a.m., located at 445 Country Club Rd., in Madison. The second stop will be at the Edge of Town at 11:30 a.m., located at 8289 US-90, in Lee. The third stop will be at the City Bar at 1:30 p.m., located at 115 Central Ave. SW, in Jasper. Finally, the riders will return to Post 224 in Cherry Lake at 3 p.m. The first hand costs $10, or for three hands you can pay $20. It’s also $20 per motorcycle, for those playing and for those who may want to just enjoy a ride. After the Poker Run, at 7 p.m., there will be a Cake Auction. Cake donations are appreciated. All proceeds will go to the Stone family.
The Future Farmers of America (FFA) alumni will be holding their third annual Beef Feast, live auction and raffle on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Kings Mill Cabin at 6 p.m., located at 288 NW Whispering Loop, in Madison.
The Madison County Youth Bassmasters are having their second tournament of the year from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the Cherry Lake Boat Ramp. You must be a member and pay tourney dues to participate.Visitors and support is welcome.
Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11
Deep Roots Meat, owned by the Platt Family, will be joining 30-plus farms in hosting the 19th Annual Fl-Ga Farm Tour including a hayride, freshly cooked organic, pasture-raised burgers, free samples of beef and pork products, the story of the Platt Family ranch, a meet and greet with the farm animals and a chance to see their regenerative farming practices in action. The event hours are from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday. Hayride times are from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday and from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit the Deep Roots Meat social media pages. The farm is located at 11061 W. US 90, in Greeneville.
Wednesday, October 14
The Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, will have a special Youth Face Mask Making event from 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. Space will be limited, so please register by calling (850) 973-6814.
Thursday, October 15
The Madison Garden Club will be hosting the Florida Garden Club Association’s District Three Fall Meeting from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., at The Woman's Club building, located at 345 SE Lakeshore Dr., in Madison. You must be a member and register to participate. To register for the event, visit https://www.ffgc.org/event-6821110.
Thursday, October 22
There will be a special event on Thursday, Oct. 22, to encourage everyone to join the fight against breast cancer. The event will feature guest speakers, survival stories, information to help you understand your own personal risk of contracting breast cancer, early detection and screening resources and more. The event takes place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church, located at 134 SW Meeting Ave., in Madison. The event is being presented by the Florida Department of Health in Jefferson and Madison Counties, as well as the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation and Madison County Memorial Hospital. For more information, please contact jessicalong2@FLHealth.gov or call (850) 601-6164.
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. For more information, call their office at (850)-973-8269.
Saturday, October 24
The Madison Church of God, located at 771 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison, will be having their annual Fall Festival.
Monday, October 26 through Saturday, October 31
The Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, will be hosting Trick or Treating during their regular hours, which are from 9 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Costumes are optional for the trick-or-treating.
Wednesday, October 28
The First Baptist Church, located at 134 SW Meeting Ave., in Madison, will have their Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat events starting at 5:30 p.m.
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.
The 7th Annual Trunk or treat on Main Street in Madison will be hosted by Kimberly Jackson from 5 p.m. until the fun stops. The event is free to the public, and monetary donations or donations of candy are accepted.
All of October
The Madison Church of God, located at 771 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison, will have their annual Pumpkin Patch open all day, until 6 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.
Pinetta Volunteer Fire Rescue and the Rescue Community Center will be hosting their fall yard sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 401 NE Empress Tree Ave., in Pinetta. Vendors can sell anything except for food. Breakfast and lunch will be provided all day, and there are still free spaces available for vendors. If you want to reserve a space, call Sharon Shadrick at 850-251-0999.
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.
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 aerobics with Ms. Ruby every Monday from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. 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 E. US Hwy. 90, in Lee.
Every Tuesday
The Madison Public Library hosts Lego and Game day at 3:30 p.m. until 5 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 E. US Hwy. 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 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 E. US Hwy. 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 E. US Hwy. 90, in Lee, has Ms. Jodis’s singalong, then storytime 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 “storytime” 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 E. US Hwy. 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.
American Legion Post 422, representing Lee, hosts their monthly meetings at 6:30 p.m., at 226 SE Lee School Ave. #35(The Old Lee School/Industrial Park), in Lee. You must be a 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.
The Lee Public Library will be hosting a Photography Club, for photographers of all experience levels to connect, share and inspire each other. The meetings will take place from 4 p.m. until 5 p.m., at 7883 E US Hwy. 90, in Lee.
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 E. US Hwy. 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 third Tuesday
The Lee Public library, located at 7883 E. US Hwy. 90, in Lee, will be hosting a Stamp Collectors Club at 3:30 p.m., open to all experience levels, for anyone who loves stamps or wants to learn about the hobby. The club will be hosted by Jamie McCall.
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 E. US Hwy. 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.
The Madison County Chapter of the Charmettes, Inc. meets at 6 p.m. at the Madison Recreational Center, located at 297 Arnold St., in Madison. You must be a member to participate. To inquire about joining, contact Annie Jo Martin at (850) 290-6042.
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 meetings are held at 11:30 a.m. until around 1 p.m.
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.
The 4-H Culinary Club, for ages five to 18, meets to learn how to cook and stay safe in the kitchen 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 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. Must be a member or parent of a member to participate.
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.