DECEMBER 9 (Tuesday)
A “Service of Remembrance” will take place at 6 p.m. at St. Margaret Catholic Church (1565 E. Washington St.). For this free, community event, Big Bend Hospice offers a peaceful evening of reflection and the opportunity to honor loved ones while sharing moments of comfort, music and remembrance in a space filled with compassion and care. For more information, contact Amanda Messer at 850-878-5310 or amesser@bigbendhospice.org.The Woman's Club meets at 6 p.m. at 975 E. Pearl St. For more information, contact Cecil Barnhart at (305) 582-1655.
Lloyd 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.
All Democrats in Jefferson County are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the Democratic Executive Committee from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Community Room of the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, visit www.democratsofjeffersoncounty.com.
American Legion Post 49 (1065 S. Water St.) meets at 6:30 p.m.
DECEMBER 10 (Wednesday)
It's Waste Tire Amnesty Day! Residents may bring up to eight tires (car and light truck types only) 8 a.m.-12 noon to the Solid Waste Main Yard (1591 Waukeenah St.). For more information, call 850-342-0184.
The Dept. of Children and Families provides assistance 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call 850-342-0205.
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 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the 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.
DECEMBER 11 (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.
A Winter Wonderland celebration is offered 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at the Supervisor of Elections Office (1175 W. Washington St.), with snow-inspired décor, shimmering lights, a special appearance by Supervisor of Elections Michelle Milligan as the Snow Princess and readings of "The Night Before Christmas" at the top of every hour from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-6 p.m. For more information, call 850-997-3348 or email soe@jeffersonvotesfl.gov.
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 read-alouds, activities and 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.
Career counseling, resume and job search assistance, and for eligible individuals, financial aid for training and skills development are available for the public through CareerSource Capital Region 12:30-4 p.m. at Jefferson K-12 (50 David Rd.) or call 850-922-0023 for assistance.
It's Polar Express Night at the library (375 S. Water St.)! At 6 p.m., Monticello Police Chief Fred Mosley will read the classic book and patrons can enjoy hot cider and festive music as part of the celebration.
The Monticello Local Planning Agency meets at 6 p.m. in City Hall (245 S. Mulberry St.).
A Music Get Together happens from 7 to 9 p.m. at Jefferson Arts Gallery (575 W. Washington St.). Everyone is invited to attend; bring your own instrument or borrow one at JAG.