COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS IN LIVE OAK, LAKE CITY, MADISON, BRANFORD, MAYO, WHITE SPRINGS, DOWLING PARK AND HIGH SPRINGS, FLORIDA
Indoor Market Day at ACV this Saturday, 8.29.26
Tired of the heat? Advent Christian Village will host an indoor, air conditioned market day with over 50 venders this Saturday, August 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Camp Suwannee Pavilion. They will also have live music from Ona Welch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Advent Christian Village is located at 11057 Dowling Park Drive, Dowling Park, Florida.
ARTFEST ’26 - September 5-19
The Live Oak Artists Guild, Inc., in partnership with the Suwannee River Regional Library, will present ARTFEST 2026, the annual juried fine arts exhibition in September 2026.
September 5-19, 2026 at the Suwannee River Regional Library during open hours.
Reception September 5, 2026, from 4-6 p.m.
For more information, call 386-362-2771 or cell 386-590-2962 or email
Suwannee River Regional Library is located at 1848 S Ohio Ave (US HWY 129), in Live Oak.
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens Workshops
Native Tree Walk with Erin Harlow
Thursday, September 10 at 9:00 AM
Join Erin Harlow, Residential & Commercial Horticulture Agent for Columbia County, for an engaging and educational walk through the native trees of Hearthstone Botanical Gardens.
Fall Grapevine Wreaths
Thursday, September 17 at 10:00 AM
Empty wall? Bare space that needs a little autumn magic? Or maybe you’re looking for a thoughtful, handmade gift. Join us for a cozy, creative workshop where fall textures and natural beauty take center stage.
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens is located at 3300 134th Place in Wellborn, off US Hwy 90. Call 386-438-3102 to reserve a spot and get information. Check us out at www.hearthstonegardens.org. A materials fee will apply.
GFWC International Day of Service - September 26, 2026
The High Springs New Century Woman’s Club is collecting bed pillows for survivors of domestic violence. The donated pillows will be presented to Peaceful Paths Domestic Violence Shelter.
This project supports the General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ efforts to educate the public and increase awareness of the need to end domestic violence throughout the world.
How You Can Help
On Saturday, September 26th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Club members will be set up in front of Decades on Main to accept pillow and monetary donations. The address is 18559 High Springs Main St., High Springs, FL 32643.
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of survivors of domestic violence. For information, call 386-518-3276 or email
Craft Vendors wanted
Submitted by Carole Tate - Invitation to Craft Vendors. The High Springs New Century Woman’s Club will host a Craft Sale on Saturday, November 21st, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Table rental is $35.00; tables are available both inside and outside. Handmade items only. For vendor information, call 386-518-3276 or email
