AA Meeting Schedule:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. at the Lloyd Woman’s Club (9109 Old Lloyd Rd.). Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 8 p.m at the Christ Episcopal Church Annex (425 N. Cherry St.). For more information call 850-251-0278.
October 6 (Tuesday)
Bingo for Seniors takes place 10-11:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.), hosted by ENGAGE! Center for Active Aging. For more information, call 850-898-1455.
The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has its monthly member luncheon at noon at First Methodist Church Family Ministry Center (325 W. Walnut St.) in Monticello. Dr. Evan Bonney, with the Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is scheduled to speak. The catered lunch costs $15 can be paid at the door or online at www.monticellojeffersonfl.com.
Monticello Free Clinic at Christ Episcopal Church will be open 5:30-7:30 p.m. at 425 N. Cherry St., for those with no insurance and who meet the federal poverty guidelines. Volunteer physicians and nurses will be present to help patients with their health care needs.
The Monticello City Council meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall (245 S. Mulberry St.).
October 7 (Wednesday)
Real Men meets 7:10-8 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
Eagle's Wings Food Pantry distributes donated food from 9 to 10:30 a.m. until the food is gone, at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall (290 E. Dogwood St.).
The Keystone Genealogical Library is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. inside the public library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
The Kiwanis Club of Monticello meets at 12 noon at 748 Boston Hwy.
October 8 (Thursday)
Pillow Pals meets at the First Methodist Church from 9 a.m. to noon to make pillows to provide comfort for cancer patients. If you can cut fabric, sew a straight line, use an iron, or add stuffing, your participation is welcome! Contact the church office for more information, 850-997-5545.
Second Harvest offers free food distribution from 10 a.m. to noon at 379 Bethpage Rd. in Wacissa (Bethpage M.B. Church).
Story time with activities/crafts for preschoolers begins at 10:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
The Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors meets at noon at the Extension Office (2729 W. Washington St.) to provide a connection between local farmers and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, call 850-997-2072 ext. 3.
Altrusa International meets at noon at the First Methodist Youth Center (395 W. Walnut St.).
The Monticello Local Planning Agency meets at 6 p.m. in City Hall (245 S. Mulberry St.).
Jefferson County Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at the Lloyd Woman's Club (9109 Old Lloyd Rd.). For more information, contact Tiffany Campbell at LionTiffany@outlook.com or call 850-408-4259.
October 9 (Friday)
The Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
Monticello Jamboree takes place 6-9 p.m. at 625 S. Water St.
October 10 (Saturday)
A Community Prayer Walk for women be held at 9 a.m. The group will meet at CowHaus Coffee Company (100 N. Jefferson St.) for a quick pick-me-up before heading out. All women, whether by themselves or with little ones in tow, are welcome.
The community is invited to a Fall Festival at Wacissa Christian Church (11492 Waukeenah Hwy.) that lasts 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with carnival games, bounce houses, a rock climbing wall, cake walk, pie eating contest, pumpkin toss, bowling ball toss and fishing for prizes. Food offerings include popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones, baked sweets and possibly hot dogs.
Music Hour (Beginner Strings) takes place 1-2 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
October 10-11 (Saturday-Sunday)
The Fl-Ga Fall Farm Tour involves more than 30 farms, ranches, orchards, gardens, vineyards and other operations that give our region its distinctive agricultural character. In addition to the chance to meet and talk with the farmers, some sites offer hay rides, tastings and hands-on opportunities. This is the tour's 19th year! Download this year's guide via a link on the Facebook page for Fl-Ga Farm Tour.
October 11 (Sunday)
The Usher's Dept. of Elizabeth M.B. Church (669 Groover Rd.) celebrates its annual anniversary at 3 p.m., with services rendered by Pastor Carlos Tillman and the Refuge House of God Apostolic Outreach Ministry of Monticello.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center meets at 3 p.m. at 1420 1st St. To learn more, call Bill Hawkins at 850-322-1193.
A community-wide supper is offered at Wacissa Christian Church (14492 Waukeenah Hwy.) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 850-933-8309.
October 12 (Monday)
The Jefferson County School Board has a regular meeting at 6 p.m. at 1490 W. Washington St. To attend via Microsoft Teams, use Meeting ID 229 905 633 064 and Passcode bo2nf2hq.
A free, public old-fashioned political rally featuring local democratic and non-partisan candidates will be hosted by the Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee at the Monticello Opera House (185 W. Washington St.) at 6:30 p.m.
Hiram Masonic Lodge No. 5 (235 N. Olive St.) has dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by a meeting at 7:30 p.m.
October 13 (Tuesday)
Bingo for Seniors takes place 10-11:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.), hosted by ENGAGE! Center for Active Aging. For more information, call 850-898-1455.
The Woman's Club meets at 6 p.m. at 975 E. Pearl St. For more information, contact Leslie Wilkerson at 850-294-1307.
Jefferson County Democrats meet 6-7 p.m. in the Community Room of the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, email democratsofjeffersoncountyfl@gmail.com.
American Legion Post 49 (1065 S. Water St.) meets at 6:30 p.m.
October 14 (Wednesday)
Real Men meets 7:10-8 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
The Keystone Genealogical Library is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. inside the public library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
The Women in Business Networking Luncheon, sponsored quarterly by the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce and the Monticello Woman's Club, takes place at noon at 975 E. Pearl St. and features a presentation by Meagan Hoffner Digital + Design. Lunch costs $15. Call 850-997-5552 to register or purchase tickets in advance at www.monticellojeffersonfl.com.
The Kiwanis Club of Monticello meets at 12 noon at 748 Boston Hwy.
October 15 (Thursday)
Second Harvest offers free food distribution from 10 a.m. to noon at 379 Bethpage Rd. in Wacissa (Bethpage M.B. Church).
Story time with activities/crafts for preschoolers begins at 10:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
Single Again, hosted by Elizabeth Baptist Church, meets for a devotional, lunch and Christian fellowship. This group is open to the community. For information on the time and location, call 850-997-8444.
The Crochet Club meets at 5:15 p.m. at Starling Musings (inside Tupelo's). For more information, contact Lisa Starling at star1fam@yahoo.com.
The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners meets in the Courthouse Annex (435 W. Walnut St.) at 6 p.m.
Jefferson County Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at the Lloyd Woman's Club (9109 Old Lloyd Rd.). For more information, contact Tiffany Campbell at LionTiffany@outlook.com or call 850-408-4259.
October 15-16 (Thursday-Friday)
JCS Homecoming Festivities begin with the Tigers v. NFC middle school football game on Thursday at 7 p.m. Then on Friday a Homecoming Tailgate Party will be held inside Memorial Stadium, including a celebration of Coach Blair Armstrong and the 1982 State Championship team.
October 16 (Friday)
The Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
Monticello Jamboree takes place 6-9 p.m. at 625 S. Water St.
October 17 (Saturday)
Screenings for free Mobile Dental Care are available all day at Elizabeth Baptist Church (4124 Bassett Dairy Rd.). During the screening, appointments will be set for dental care during the week of Oct. 26-30. Patients must be 18+ years old without dental insurance and bring a list of all medications to the screening.
Music Hour (Beginner Strings) takes place 1-2 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
October 18 (Sunday)
New Bethel A.M.E. Church (6496 Ashville Hwy.) celebrates its 15oth Church Anniversary with a special program at 2 p.m. The guest speaker is Retired Presiding Elder Rev. Lee E. Plumber.
Several churches are taking turns hosting a monthly Favorite Hymn Sing. This month everyone is welcome at Cody Church (3812 Tram Rd.), beginning at 6 p.m.
October 19 (Monday)
The Magnolia Garden Circle meets at 11 a.m. for lunch and an educational program. All are welcome to attend. For information about this month's meeting place, call Leonia Maresch at 850-997-4467.
October 20 (Tuesday)
Bingo for Seniors takes place 10-11:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.), hosted by ENGAGE! Center for Active Aging. For more information, call 850-898-1455.
The Jefferson County Republican Executive Committee meets at 6 p.m. at the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce (420 W. Washington). For more information, contact Chairman Glen Bishop at 850-508-4536.
October 21 (Wednesday)
Real Men meets 7:10-8 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
Eagle's Wings Food Pantry distributes donated food from 9 to 10:30 a.m. until the food is gone, at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall (290 E. Dogwood St.).
The Keystone Genealogical Library is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. inside the public library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
The Kiwanis Club of Monticello meets at 12 noon at 748 Boston Hwy.
October 22 (Thursday)
Second Harvest offers free food distribution from 10 a.m. to noon at 379 Bethpage Rd. in Wacissa (Bethpage M.B. Church).
Story time with activities/crafts for preschoolers begins at 10:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
Altrusa International meets at noon at the First Methodist Youth Center (395 W. Walnut St.).
Jefferson County Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at the Lloyd Woman's Club (9109 Old Lloyd Rd.). For more information, contact Tiffany Campbell at LionTiffany@outlook.com or call 850-408-4259.
October 23 (Friday)
The Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
Monticello Jamboree takes place 6-9 p.m. at 625 S. Water St.
October 24 (Saturday)
A Second Harvest food sharing takes place at New Bethel A.M.E. Church (6496 Ashville Hwy.) from 7 to 8 a.m. or until the food is gone. This is a joint effort of Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. Church, Elizabeth M.B. Church, Hickory Hill M.B. Church and Philadelphia M.B. Church.
The Life Source Choice Food Pantry (1599 Spring Hollow Rd.) is open 8-9 a.m.
Lloyd Depot Day - details TBA.
Jefferson Arts Fall Fine Arts and Crafts Festival takes place at 575 W. Washington St., with vendors showcasing various arts and crafts such as soaps, ceramics, whimsical dresses, prints, original artwork, needlework; beaded items, silk scarves, flower arrangements, plants, quilts, photographs, custom pet portraits, pet related gifts, tin garden art, home decor, lamps, cyanotype, wall art, perfume, hand knits, wreaths, centerpieces, stained glass, woodcrafts, charcuterie boards, gun racks, custom signs, floral jewelry, preserved florals, dried flowers, home crafts. BBQ will be available for purchase from Milley's Ann Catering.
Music Hour (Beginner Strings) takes place 1-2 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
October 26 (Monday)
A support group for people caring for a loved one with dementia meets at noon on the last Monday of each month at CowHaus (100 N. Jefferson St. - closed to the public on Mondays). For more information, call the Alzheimer's Project at 850-386-2778 or info@alzheimersproject.org.
American Legion Post 234 meets at 6 p.m. at 100 Water St. (the Teen Center). For more information, call 850-322-5766.
The Keystone Federated Republican Women (KFRW) meets at 7 p.m. at 1065 S. Water St. (American Legion Post 49). For more information, visit KFRWFL.org, call 850-491-8755 email join@kfrwfl.org or 860-214-8392.
October 27 (Tuesday)
Bingo for Seniors takes place 10-11:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.), hosted by ENGAGE! Center for Active Aging. For more information, call 850-898-1455.
LLL Club (Living Long & Loving it) meets at First Baptist Church Monticello fellowship hall (325 W. Washington St.) at 10:30 a.m. for a time of fun, friends, fellowship and a potluck lunch. For more information, call Maggie Shofner at 850-997- 2442.
Adult Book Club meets at 2 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
October 28 (Wednesday)
Real Men meets 7:10-8 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
The Keystone Genealogical Library is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. inside the public library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
The Kiwanis Club of Monticello meets at 12 noon at 748 Boston Hwy.
October 29 (Thursday)
Second Harvest offers free food distribution from 10 a.m. to noon at 379 Bethpage Rd. in Wacissa (Bethpage M.B. Church).
Story time with activities/crafts for preschoolers begins at 10:30 a.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
The Monticello Merchants Association presents a Ghoul's Night in downtown Monticello from 4 to 8 p.m. All can enjoy extended shopping hours at local businesses, live music, sips, dancing and a costume contest on the stage at 7 p.m.
Jefferson County Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at the Lloyd Woman's Club (9109 Old Lloyd Rd.). For more information, contact Tiffany Campbell at LionTiffany@outlook.com or call 850-408-4259.
October 30 (Friday)
Christ Episcopal Church Food Pantry (425 N. Cherry St.) opens at 7:15 a.m. and distributes until the food is gone.
The Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St.
Monticello Jamboree takes place 6-9 p.m. at 625 S. Water St.
October 31 (Saturday)
A Cars and Coffee event takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at the CarQuest Auto Parts (1321 S. Jefferson St.). People interested in classic cars are invited to bring coffee, hang out and enjoy the cars. For more information, contact Don Romaine at 850-242-2243.
Music Hour (Beginner Strings) takes place 1-2 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.