The Branford High School class of 1961 50th Class Reunion

The BHS Class of 1961 invites all members of the class, graduates or not, plus the classes of 1960 and 1962 to join us for our 50th Anniversary celebration. Former teachers and students from other classes are also invited.The reunion will be held April 15, 2011 at The Perfect Setting in Branford at 6 p.m. RSVP is required and must be received by March 1, 2011. The cost of the dinner is $20. Please make checks payable to: Mickey Dempsey, 205 NW Haines Ave. Branford, Fl 32008. For more information call: Leonard, 352-542-7284, J.T. 386-698-2156, Rosa Lee, 850-477-2019, Rosasey@BellSouth.net, Glenda 386-935-3800 or Clair Sanford 386-935-4052.

Inspire      Encourage     Empower

Unity & Prayer Breakfast 2011

Sponsered By: Christian Mission In Action Ministries

Youth Development@ Triumph Church & The Kingdom Of God Fellowship Hall

410 Taylor Ave S.W., Live Oak, Fl. 32064 February 26th @ 8:30 AM Guest Speaker: Dr.Kevin A. Rolle Phd.Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer @ Alabama A&M University. Contact: Audrey Howell @ (386)364-4560 Or Otha White Sr @ (386) 364-1367Donation $ 10.00  * Tickets Availiable From Any Member * Donation $ 10.00 Christian Mission In Action Ministries. All Proceeds To Benefit Youth Development Activities

Free English Classes – Clases de Ingles – Gratis

Clases empiesan el 31 de Enero, 2011, cada lunes y jueves, 7 -9 p.m. Maestra Felicia Doty y el equipo, 386-249-0096. Todas las clases van estar en la Iglesia Episcopal, San Lukas, 1391 SW 11th St., (Se encuenntra la Iglesia en frente del hospital en Live Oak).

Come and learn about the importance of fire in the sand hills of the Ichetucknee Springs State Park!

The Sparkleberry Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will meet the second Tuesday of the month at The Gathering Restaurant, 26804 SR 247 Branford FL, at 6:30PM. Every month there will be a program concerning native plants, plant ID tips, and notification of various field trips.

The next meeting is Tuesday, February 8,2011, come early and enjoy a delicious meal before the meeting. The public is invited!

The featured speaker this month Ginger Morgan, park biologist for the Ichetucknee Springs State Park. She will speak to the group about the importance of prescribed fire in the sand hills of the park.

For more information contact: President, Betsy Martin, 386-935-2453, betsymartin@windstream.net, Vice-President: Carol Sullivan, 386-364-9309, for more information on the Florida Native Plant Society: www.fnps.org.

The purpose of the Florida Native Plant Society is to promote the preservation, conservation and plant restoration of the native plant communities.  

Party Hearty Zumbathon-An American Heart Association fundraiser

Lake City Fairgrounds Banquet Facilities, 438 SW SR 247 Lake City, FL 32025, US Contact info: Sarah Sandlin, lakecityzumba@gmail.com

or “Lake City Zumba” on Facebook or 386-758-0009, Date: Saturday, February 19, 2011, Time  9:30am to 11:30am,  We’re having a “Party Hearty” Zumbathon that will consist of a Zumba class and raffles.  Entrance is $10 for the Zumba class and we’ll have tickets for sale for the raffles.  All of the money will benefit the American Heart Association’s Go Red for your Heart Effort.

 

Chicken and Rice dinners to benefit Lady Wildcats

The Melody Lady Wildcats will be holding a chicken and rice fundraiser dinner for $5 on Saturday, Feb. 5 from 11 a.m. to 3  p.m. at the Cheek and Scott parking lot located in the Publix Shopping Center. For more information contact Phillip Townsend @ 386-590-6393.

Live Oak Woman’s Club Blood Drive. Do something amazing. Save a life in your community. Please give blood, Friday, February 4, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS – The “Trip to Recovery Group” meets Saturdays at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1391, SW 11th St. in a class room in the back (on 136 across from the hospital. Contact: Joan C. (386) 362-3615.

 

“FREE Medicaid Workshop!  Join Teresa Byrd Morgan of Morgan Law Center for Estate & Legacy Planning as she expels the myths and expands the opportunities with MEDICAID Planning.  This workshop is Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Lifestyle Enrichment Center (628 S.E. Allison Court, Lake City, FL 32025).  To attend, please call Shana Miller at 386-755-1977.”

Madison Travel & Tours, LLC Presents

Washington, DC – Our Nation’s Capital, Thur. – Tue. May 19-24, 2011, 6 days, 5 nights. $529 total, $75 due upon signing, *price per person, double occupancy. Final Payment due: 3/13/2011

Mackinac Island Northern Michigan) Sat – Sun August 6-14, 2011, 9 days, 8 nights $850 total, $75 due upon signing, *price per person, double occupancy. Final Payment due: 6/1/2011.

Beautiful Vermont, 9 days, 8 nights, Fri-Sat. Sept. 23 – Oct. 1, 2011 $850 total,  $75 due upon signing, *price per person, double occupancy. Final Payment due: 7/18/2011.

Nashville Show Trip: $499 5 days, 4 nights, Mon-Fri, Nov. 28-Dec. 2, 2011,  $75 due upon signing, *price per person, double occupancy. Final Payment due: 9/22/2011. Ronnie Ragans @(850) 973-6439 or email: madisontravel@centurylink.net (Florida Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST20845)

Pregnancy Care Center Annual Yard Sale Fundraiser

We are accepting donations at this time for our April 2, 2011 yard sale. Please bring your TREASURES, (no clothes please) to the center during our operating hours of Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: 112 Piedmont Street behind Douglas Auto Center, across from the Post Office. Phone: 330-2229. Thank you for your continued support.

The Pentecostal Deliverance Center in Jennings, Fla. will host a free gospel sing on Jan. 30th. Featured group is Eternal Vision from Knoxville, TN. Sing starts at 10:45 a.m. For more information call 386-842-5494. www.eternalvision.net.

The GFWC Woman’s Club of Live Oak is having their Annual Open House on January 28, 2011 at their clubhouse. The clubhouse is located at 1308 11th Street, next to the Coliseum. Our Open House will be from 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided as well as information on our projects and service to the community. We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Senior Citizens meet the first Monday of each month. Come join us February 7, 2011 at 10:30 a.m.in the west annex of the Suwannee Co. Coliseum. If you are fifty years old or older or disabled. The dues are $5 per year. Each member is to bring a covered dish to each meeting. We will be having drawings for gifts which include complimentary visits for two a different restaurants. Door prizes will be given. There will be bingo after the meal. Also, there are trips planned for this group. Please call 330-6319 if you have any questions. Please put Senior Citizens meetings on the first Monday of each month on your calendar. Come join us and enjoy great friends and wonderful fellowship.

 

Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center GED Testing Dates 2011

Registration: Wed. at 9 a.m or 6 p.m., February 2, 2011

Test: Monday & Tuesday at 4 p.m. Feb. 7 & 8, 2011

Registration: Wed. at 9 a.m or 6 p.m., March 2, 2011

Test: Monday & Tuesday at 4 p.m. March 7 & 8, 2011

Registration: Wed. at 9 a.m or 6 p.m., April 6, 2011

Test: Monday & Tuesday at 4 p.m. April 11 & 12, 2011

Registration: Wed. at 9 a.m or 6 p.m., May 4, 2011

Test: Monday & Tuesday at 4 p.m.May 9 & 10, 2011

Registration: Wed. at 9 a.m or 6 p.m., June 1, 2011

Test: Monday & Tuesday at 4 p.m. June 6 & 7, 2011

To be admitted into the registration & testing sessions, you must have the following: Florida Driver’s License (or FL ID) and Social Security Card Receipt for payment of the test MANDATORY registration if you have not tested since 2002 NO children allowed at registration or testing site.

Live Oak Elks Lodge #1165 Bingo

Monday and Thursday nights 7-10 p.m. Card sales begin at 6 p.m., $20 minimum payout-30 games played – $250 Progressives –2

Last game winner take all (Monday dob all odd numbers – Thursday all even numbers. Bring a new player-get a free dobber or free paper. Is it your birthday? Get free dobber or paper must show I.D.

Live Oak Elks Lodge #1165, 415 East Howard St. Live Oak, Fla. Phone 386-362-1165, e-mail elks1165@.net

Cub Scout Pack No. 408-Tiger, Wolf, Bears and Webelos dens (grades one – five) – every Tuesday, Aug.-May only; 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Live Oak Church of the Nazarene.

Lafayette/Taylor Lions Club meeting

The next meeting will be held the fourth Tuesday in January. No meeting in December. The meeting will be held at the Golden Corral in Perry.

Suwannee County Open Market

Thursdays 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Suwannee County Museum, North Highway 129. Live Oak. Shop fresh, shop local for farm fresh produce, flowers, plants, herbs, baked goods, coffee, locally produced honey, jellies, jams, soaps, arts and crafts and more. All vendors welcome. Call 386-362-1776 or 386-364-4560 for more information.

Master Gardening Series to be held at Lafayette County Public Library each month

February 4, Joann Martz – Roses

March 4, Maggie Biggerstaff – Ornamental grasses

April 1, Janie Henson – Hardy flowering perennials

May 6, Carol Sullivan – Florida Natives

June 3, Judy Morelan – Butterflies

 

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Meeting – Meets second and fourth Tuesday of every month (August-May) at First Baptist Church of Live Oak @ 9:30 am.  MOPS International exists to encourage, equip and develop every mother of preschoolers to realize her potential as a woman, mother and leader. Breakfast and childcare are provided. www.mops.org.

I am putting together a family history book on the descendants of Stephen, William & Sarah Ann Grant. Surnames include Grant, Hewitt, Adams, Land, McCray, McClamma & any other related. If you would like to submit information or photos or are interested, please contact Cher Newell at 386-209-1559 or 386-364-1608.

Stop, drop and Recycle for Adults with Disabilities.

Comprehensive Community Services Inc. Invites you to participate in our recycling project campaign. CCS Clients are recycling – Printer Ink Cartridges,  Laser Cartridges, Cell Phones -Any Kind,  MP3 Players

Drop off at Lafayette Extension Office, Wes Haney Chevrolet, Suwannee Tax Collectors, Live Oak City Hall,  or the CCS Office, larger quantities can be picked up. For more information on how your business can  join the CCS recycling team call Janet Sampson, 386-362-7143 ext 5

                                                                      

FREE SUNDAY LUNCH

For the past several months a group headed up by Pat and JoAnn Lynch have been serving a free lunch at the community center in Live Oak the last Sunday of the month.  This past month we fed around 300 children and families. We support this project by selling donated items at the Flea Market in Lake City.  We have cleaned out all of our closets, garages and are now in need of items to be donated to this cause. We also need volunteers to help set up and serve the meals.  If you are interested in volunteering or would like to donate garage sale items you may contact Pat and Jo Ann Lynch at (386) 935-1076 or Roger Burnside at (386) 935-3343.

   

Did you earn your pin?

Reconnect with your shipmates and help preserve the memories

With more than 13,000 members and over 150 chapters throughout the United States, your rank or rate and status are active, retired or honorably discharged are secondary to the purposes of the organization. We are all brothers of “The Pin.” We band together to honor the memories of the over 4,000 men who EARNED THE RIGHT to wear” Dolphins” to maintain the bonds of friendship and camaraderie.You are invited to contact us through the address below for more information: National Contact:

United States Submarine Veterans, PO Box 3870 Silverdale, WA 98383 or 1-877-542-DIVE r www.ussvi.org. Local contact:W. Ray Rausch, 386-209-1473, uss483@windstream.net, 10035 105th Drive, Live Oak, Fl 32060.

First Baptist Church of Live Oak, FL will begin holding a weekly grief recovery support group.  GriefShare is a non-denominational Biblically based 13 week program for people who are struggling with losing a loved one in death.  People can enter at any point in the 13 weeks.  It will be held at 6 pm on Wednesdays.  First Baptist Church is located at 401 W. Howard in Live Oak.  For more information, people may call 386-362-1583 or find us on the web at www.fbcliveoak.org.

Happy Days are here again

The Suwannee County Animal Control Shelter has received a $20,000 grant from Florida Animal Friend to help spay or neuter the pets of low income families in Suwannee County. This grant is funded through sales of the official Florida Animal Friend Spay and Neuter License Plate.

Applications can be picked up at participating local veterinarian offices and at the shelter, 11150 144th Street, McAlpin, Fl. There is a co-pay and that will be determined according to your income. For further information please call the shelter at 386-208-0072.

Looking for classmates of Class of 1959

Would like to contact any classmates from the Class of 1959 (in the event of upcoming reunions, etc.) Contact Joyce Parker at 407-886-0601 or write to: Joyce Parker, 4039 Visa Lane, Apopka, Fl 32703.

                                                                             

Haven Hospice hosts Helping Hands Volunteer Orientation

When: Every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m.

Where: Haven Hospice Suwannee Valley Care Center, 6037 W. U.S. Hwy 90, Lake City, Fl. Call Carolyn Long at 386-752-9191 for more information.

New Commander Post #107

New Commander Post #107 American Legion is Richard (Dick) Lees Sr. For more information contact Hilde Schmid 776-2123.

TOPS weigh-loss support available locally (It’s now your time)

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is an effective weight-loss solution that yields real results. With the average waistline of North Americans growing at the same time prices continue to rise, people are looking for cost effect weight-loss support that works. That annual TOPS membership fee is only $26 making TOPS one of the most affordable options available. Monthly dues are $5. Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge. TOPS FL 798 meets at Live Oak Community Church of God 10639 US 129 South every Wednesday morning with weigh in beginning at 7:45 a.m., meeting begins at 9 a.m.  through 10 a.m. For more information call Barbara at (386) 362-5933. It’s never too late to start losing those   unwanted pounds.

Donate your old cars

Now that spring has arrived, people may be thinking of donating their old cars as part of a clean up. The Boys and Girls Clubs would be happy to take their old cars. People donating to the Clubs will not only get rid of the unwanted car but will be contributing to the clubs. Boys and Girls Clubs really work with kids in most communities and offer a safe place for them. If you wish to donate a car, call 800-246-0493. Not only will donators be helping the kids, they will be able to take sale price as a contribution for income tax purposes.

Talent Search

Do you sing or play and instrument? Do you act or dance? Do you like to read or spend time with a friend in wonderful conversation? WE WANT YOU! Suwannee Health Care & Rehab Center is looking for your talent for our residents. Dinner for two – $45; One night at the Beach – $125; One hour volunteering to make memories that last forever – PRICELESS! Call: Lynn Brannon, Activities Director 386-362-7860 or 386-590-2961.

 

Donations needed!

Suwannee County Environmental Watchdogs, a non-profit organization, seeks donations for yard sale merchandise. Info: Sandy, 386-364-8020.

 

CJBAT tests

Monday – Thursday

Monday – Thursday at 5 p.m. (by appointment): CJBAT (Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test) at NFCC Testing Center (Bldg. #16), Madison. CJBAT is required for acceptance into Corrections & Law Enforcement programs. Photo ID required. Pre-registration & scheduling time and date are required. To register please call 850-973-9451.

College Placement Tests

Monday – Thursday

Monday  Thursday at 5 p.m. (by appointment): College Placement Test (CPT), NFCC Testing Center (Bldg. #16), 5 p.m., Madison. Register in NFCC Student Services 24 hours before test. For information please call 850-973-9451.

TABE tests

Monday – Thursday

Monday – Thursday at 5 p.m. (by appointment): TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) at NFCC Testing Center (Bldg. #16), Madison. TABE is required for acceptance into vocational/technical programs. Photo ID required. Pre-registration & scheduling time & date are required. To register please call 850-973-9451.

Greater Visions Support Group

Addiction Support Group: Greater Visions faith-based addictions support group meets at the Grace Manor Restaurant. Meetings are held on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. This group provides spiritual and emotional support in a non-judgmental setting. Come experience the freedom from addictions that is found in Christ.  Greater Visions is an outreach of Christ Central-Live Oak. For more information contact 208-1345.

SREC seeking location in Branford

Suwannee River Economic Council, Inc., a non-profit organization is seeking a location in the Branford area that could be used to serve meals to persons 60 years of age or older. Any business, organization or church that has space available and would be interested in assisting in this much needed service to the elderly population of Branford, should contact Bruce Evans, Senior Center Director, at 362-1164 or Janis Owen, Director of Client Services, at 362-4115, ext. 240.

Love a mystery?

Try locating your ancestors by working on your family tree.  The Suwannee Valley Genealogy Society invites you to join and learn how to find your ancestors.  Membership is $30 for a single member or $35 for a family.  Corporate membership is also available for donations of $100 or more (tax deductible).  Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Genealogy Center at 215 Wilbur Street SW in Live Oak.  The library is open on Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and the talented folks there will be glad to help.  For more information call Jinnie or Alice at 386-330-0110.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS)

TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, is a non-profit weight loss support group. We meet every Thursday morning at First Advent Christian Church at 699 Pinewood Drive in Live Oak, located next to the Vo-Tech. We all know how difficult is to lose weight. As a group we support each other through thick and thin. We welcome men as well as ladies.

Weigh-in is from 8 – 8:50 with the meeting from 9 – 10 a.m. You are welcome to visit us and see if this is what you are looking for.

For more information, please call Pat (386) 935-3720 or Sherry (386) 776-2735.

Free English-speaking and literacy classes

Provided by Columbia County School District’s Career and Adult Education Program. Where: Wellborn, Florida, Unity of God Ministries, Inc., 12270 County Road 137 When:Every Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Activities for children will be provided. Please contact 386-755-8190 for additional information.

Class of 1971 reunion planned

The class of 1971 is preparing for our 40th class reunion. We are searching for addresses and emails of all classmates. If you are a parent, grandparent, or sibling of  a former classmate and can help us with this task you are asked to please contact suwanneeclassreunion@ ymail.com or call 386-362-3895 and leave a message. Anyone who would like to help on the planning committee is more than welcome. We look forward to hearing from all our classmates.