COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS IN LIVE OAK, LAKE CITY, MADISON, BRANFORD, MAYO, WHITE SPRINGS, DOWLING PARK AND HIGH SPRINGS, FLORIDA
Branford Community Safety Event
A FREE community safety event is coming to Branford, Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Branford Greenway.
The event will include demonstrations where visitors can see equipment and safety techniques in action; free fire extinguishers - while supplies last, one per household; free smoke detectors - while supplies last, one per household, and health and home safety supplies.
Traditions BBQ and Tropical Sno of North Central Florida will offer delicious eats.
Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Branford, organizers would like to invite everyone to come out, learn and connect with local safety experts.
5th Annual Bags & Bingo Fundraiser
High Springs Saturday, October 17th, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Submitted - Join us for a fun-filled afternoon featuring a delicious brunch and exciting games of Bingo for your chance to win beautiful designer handbags and purses!
Limited Seating – Reserve Your Ticket Today!
Proceeds will benefit Peaceful Paths. Tickets: $35.00
Sponsored by GFWC High Springs New Century Woman’s Club.
23674 West U.S. Hwy. 27, High Springs, FL 32643. For tickets and information: 410-952-0360
Stephen Foster’s 35th Annual Quilt Show & Sale
October 16-17, 2026 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The 2026 theme is Liberty in Stitches, celebrating America’s 250 years through quilting. Quilts and fabric art of all shapes, sizes, and styles are welcome, including both traditional and modern techniques.
Quilt entry deadline is October 10, entry fee is $5. If you choose to offer your quilt for sale, 15% of the sale price will benefit the Stephen Foster Citizen Support Organization.
They are looking for vendors and demonstrators! If interested, please contact Savannah at (386) 397-4478 or
Three drop-off locations are provided:
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Monday–Friday, September 22–October 10, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM located at 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
First Methodist Church of Live Oak
Friday, October 9, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM located at 311 Ohio Ave. S., Live Oak, FL 32064
Scrappy Girls
Saturday, October 10, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM located at 1686 SE Baya Ave., Suites 103–104, Lake City, FL 32025
For more information call (386) 397-4478.
ACV’s Autumn Fest 2026 Saturday, October 31 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~ Vendor Booths
~ Live Entertainment
~ Trick-or-Treat for kids
Pumpkin Yummy Baked Goods Contest!
Click Here to reserve vendor booths, or call 386-658-5200.
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
