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Full Beaver Supermoon
lights up Levy County

The Moon is seen above some trees in Levy County on Nov. 4 as it has risen.

Story and Photos By Jeff M. Hardison © Nov. 5, 2025 at 8:30 p.m.
LEVY COUNTY -- Skywatchers in Levy County enjoyed more treats after the Cedar Key Pirate Invasion and before the Yankeetown Seafood Festival when they looked up on Tuesday and Wednesday nights (Nov. 4 and 5).

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The “biggest” Supermoon since 2019 reflected light from the Sun, shining brighter and looking larger than “usual.”
Astronomers agreed it was one of the best times of 2025 to see the Moon at its closest point to Earth. Astronomers understand many things about the Moon, as do astrophysicists and others.
First, the Moon’s orbit around the Earth is elliptical. Next, the Moon does not change size just because it changes its distance from the Earth, although its gravitational pull on oceans may impact tides.

The Full Beaver Supermoon is seen on Nov. 4 soon after it rose. It appears more yellow than later in its travel across the sky.

The Full Beaver Supermoon is seen on Nov. 5 at about 5 a.m., a couple of hours more or less before moonset on that Wednesday morning. Notice it is whiter and that the crater positions are different from the photo above this photo -- even though it was photographed from relatively the exact same place in Levy County with the same camera.

A Supermoon happens when a Full Moon occurs at the same time as when the Moon is at its closest distance to Earth.
This makes the Moon appear slightly larger and brighter, especially when it is seen near the horizon.
This Supermoon is special because the next one this large won’t appear until the early 2030s. Astronomers say events like this remind us of how beautiful and dynamic our skies are.
The November Full Moon is traditionally called the Beaver Moon. The name comes from Native American and early European traditions. It marks the time when beavers gather supplies and prepare for winter.
In some cultures, it’s also known as the Frost Moon because it appears when temperatures start to drop.
The Supermoon was visible around sunset on Nov. 4 and 5 and will appear full for about two days.
The best time to see it will be when the Moon rises in the east just after sunset.
By the way, the recent discovery of exoplanet GJ 251 c, located just 18 light-years from Earth, represents a particularly promising case in the search for habitable planets.
Astronomers have determined that this object has a mass several times greater than that of our planet and orbits squarely within the temperate zone of its host star. These characteristics make it a prime candidate for further investigation into the possible presence of liquid water on its surface.
At 18 light-years away, that is about 105,815,256,717,305 miles from Earth.
The fastest rocket would take about 3.26 million years to travel across those 105,815,256,717,305 miles if it maintained a constant speed at what is considered the fastest artificial body nowadays.
That is if the formula of Travel Time = Distance / Speed is used.
Assuming the rocket travels at the speed of the fastest artificial body, which is about 18 kilometers per second (approximately 30,000 mph), the calculation would be:
Travel Time = 105,815,256,717,305 miles / 30,000 miles/hour = 3,580,000,000 hours (or 1,190,000,000 days).
This means it would take about 1,190,000,000 days to travel that distance at the speed of the fastest rocket.
Converting from 1.19 billion days equals about 3.26 million years.
Now, if there are faster vehicles or quicker methods to get from one place to another, then it may take fewer than a some millions of years to reach that planet – if that is a place one wants to go.

Toys for Tots registration and verification for
Dixie, Gilchrist & Levy counties ends Nov. 14
Information Provided
Published Nov. 5, 2025 at 10 a.m.
CHIEFLAND -- The Toys for Tots holiday assistance program is for families with children between the ages of 1-12.
Registration is going on now through Nov. 14. Participating families must pre-register online and then bring the supporting documents in person to have their application approved.
All applicants must reside in Dixie County, Gilchrist County or Levy County and must provide proof of residency, guardianship and financial need.
Pre-register online by Nov. 14 at https://newberry-fl.toysfortots.org Then bring the documents in person to one of the offices listed below. After approval have been approved, recipeints will be assigned a time and date to pick up toys.
Here is a list of required documents. A government-issued photo ID, proof of residency, if different from photo ID, each child’s birth certificate or court ordered legal guardianship document. Proof of current income or proof of government assistance (SNAP, TANF, etc.) and the Application Control Number. This number is sent to you via email upon completion of the online pre-registration form. If you do not see this in your inbox, immediately after submitting your pre-registration, check your junk/spam mail folder.
This is the location and dates for verification -- Go to Tri-County Community Resource Center, 15 N. Main St. in Chiefland. The hours are Monday – Thursday through Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This office is closed daily for lunch from 12-1 p.m.

Suwannee Firehouse
Christmas Bazaar set for Nov. 22
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Published Oct. 30, 2025 at 2 p.m.
DIXIE COUNTY – Everyone is invited to usher in the holiday season at the inaugural Suwannee Firehouse Christmas Bazaar, a joyous event featuring handmade crafts, delicious treats, and festive fun for the whole family.
The event is scheduled to be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Suwannee Fire Station, 21354 S.E. Dixie County Road 349 (aka Highway 349), in the community of Suwannee --an unincorporated community in Dixie County.
This bazaar promises a unique shopping experience with local vendors selling handcrafted gifts, ornaments, candles, original artworks, honey, and small-batch food products such as jams, jellies, and hot sauce.
Attendees can enjoy homemade baked goods, hot chocolate, festive music and raffles. Lunch will be available at the pavilion adjacent to the pickleball courts with proceeds going toward the purchase of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for the town of Suwannee. This family-friendly event is perfect for finding that special gift for loved ones and kicking off the holiday season.
The Suwannee Firehouse Christmas Bazaar is open to the public, and admission is free. For more information, contact organizer Jane Connors of Suwannee Library Technical Center at 352-542-8320 or suwanneetechcenter@yahoo.com.
Vendor space is very limited for this event. Please note -- vendors must be selling handcrafted items, home baked goods, or artwork to be considered. Contact Jane Connors if you are interested.
Vendors, please do not be fooled by scammers offering to accept payment online. Payment for a vendor space can be made ONLY in cash At The Library or with a check mailed To The Library.

Levy County Candidate University
scheduled for Jan. 22
Information Provided
By Office of Levy County Supervisor of Elections
Published Oct. 31, 2025 at 9 a.m.
BRONSON -- Levy County Supervisor of Elections Tammy Jones is set to host Candidate University on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. at the Supervisor of Elections Office, located at 421 S. Court St., in Bronson.
Participants are asked to please use the side entrance.
This free educational program is designed for individuals interested in seeking public offices or those who simply want to learn more about the candidate process.
Candidate University features a curriculum covering the essential steps of becoming and being a candidate.
Topics include pre-filing requirements, petition collection, candidate qualifying and campaign pitfalls. This program is open to the public and ideal for prospective candidates, campaign staff, or anyone interested in civic engagement.
For more information or to register, please contact Jordan Lindsey at 352-486-5163 or jordan@votelevy.gov.

Federal government leaders’ failures
lead to delays of local events
By Jeff M. Hardison © Oct. 25, 2025 at 10:15 a.m.
LEVY COUNTY -- Due to the federal government shutdown, Friends of the Lower Suwannee River and Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge postponed two planned events, the Friends noted in an Oct. 25 email to people interested in the group.
Both events will be rescheduled as soon as possible, and new dates will be posted via the newsletter it sends to interested individuals, the non-profit group noted.
In the interim, Friends continues to support the Refuges as much as possible during the shutdown period.
Post Halloween Bat Event
The Bat House Event that had been planned for Nov. 2 is postponed until further notice
Refuge Manager of the Year Award Event
The event to honor Andrew Gude's award, which had been set for Nov. 7, is postponed until further notice due to the government shutdown.
Friends are working with the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association and all other parties involved to reschedule this event to honor Gude as soon as possible. Once decided, the new date will be posted.
The Shutdown
A federal government shutdown is caused by a failure by elected members of the United States Congress to pass appropriations bills, which fund government operations.
This happens when lawmakers in the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate fail to reach agreement on an annual spending plan. This leads to a lapse in funding for federal agencies and programs beyond the end of the fiscal year -- Sept. 30.
Either a full-year spending bill or a temporary continuing resolution must be in place to prevent a shutdown.

CKWC 2026 Calendars go on sale
By Jan Hendrix of the Cedar Key Woman’s Club
Published Sept. 21, 2025 at 7:45 a.m.
CEDAR KEY -- The Cedar Key Woman’s Club (CKWC) 2026 Calendars are now on sale!
These calendars are a major fundraiser for the CKWC and can be purchased for $15 in Cedar Key at the Island Hotel & Restaurant, Hair by Haley, the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce, 1842 Daily Grind & Mercantile, and at the Dilly Dally Gally.
Calendars have been a project of the CKWC since 2013, with the exception of last year when Hurricane Helene interrupted production. Started in 2012 as an idea by the late Jane Moore, the general public were asked to submit their favorite photo of Cedar Key for consideration in the calendar.
A team of members then selected the best photos for publication, which was a difficult task and continues to be among the challenges overcome by CKWC members. Then, in late fall, photo winners are special guests at a reception honoring them for their winning entries to the calendar.
Funds for this project and other CKWC ventures conducted during the year help support the Cedar Key Public Library, Cedar Key School, the Cedar Key Community Food Pantry, a local domestic violence center, as well as to support members of the American military service, help to fund Fisher House in Gainesville and provide revenue for other charitable cause.
The CKWAC members will gladly mail calendars for $20 each. Send a $20 check to Cedar Key Woman’s Club, P.O. Box 631, Cedar Key, FL 32625-0631, and include a name and address where the calendars are to be sent.
All of the members say, “Thank you for supporting the Cedar Key Woman’s Club!”

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Nov. 8, Saturday
10 a.m.-4 p.m. -- Every second Saturday of the month, ForVets Inc. at Otter Springs Park and Campground, 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., Trenton, is offering a recreation and wellness program, The goal is for military service veterans and family members to enjoy recreation for their mind, body and soul. Check in each month at the Canteen. An agenda will be available in print and online to see what is available at different times of the day. For more information about this free service for veterans, call 352-215-5476.

Nov. 10, Monday
10 a.m.-12 p.m. -- Learn about Meridian Healthcare services, including disaster recovery and community-based programs. Walk-ins welcome; no appointment needed. This ecent is happening at the Tri-County Community Resource Center, 15 N. Main St. (U.S. Highway 19), in Chiefland. It is free and open to the public.

Nov. 11, Tuesday
Veterans Day
10:30 a.m. -- The annual Veterans Day Parade in Cross City is scheduled to start in front of the Dixie County Manager's Office near that flagpole. From there, it is planned to go south on U.S. Highway 19 and then to turn and arrive at
Wandle Wheeler Park, located directly behind the courthouse. A Veterans Day program is slated to begin that park at 11 a.m. Tank Lee and his family and others have traditionally provided this program.
11:11 a.m. -- A ceremony to recognize and honor Veterans Day is set to be at the AmVets Post 447, 405 Levy County Road 40 East, Inglis. Turn to the east from U.S. 19 to go to the post.
1-4 p.m. -- Free tacos are being offered to all United States military service veterans at AmVets Post 447, 405 Levy County Road 40 East, Inglis. This is a free taco dinner for veterans. Turn to the east from U.S. 19 to go to the post.

Nov. 14, Friday
10 a.m.-12 p.m. -- State Sen. Corey Simon (R-Tallahassee, Dist. 3) and State Rep. Jason Shoaf (R-Port St. Joe, Dist. 7) are scheduled to be at the 2025 Dixie County Legislative Delegation Hearing in the Dixie County Commission Meeting Room of the Dixie County Courthouse, 214 N.E. Dixie County Road 351 (aka Highway 351). Generally in this type of hearing, the members of the Florida Legislature first hear from the various elected officials from the county, special district and municipalities and then from the other constituents. For constituents who would like to speak, speaker cards will be available at the meeting. Once the card is filled in, legislative aides ask that constituents please give the form to one of them, and they will provide those to the legislators. Florida Sente District 3 includes Dixie, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, Wakulla counties. Florida House of Representatives District 7 includes Dixie, Franklin, Gulf, Hamilton, Lafayette, Liberty, Suwannee, Taylor, Wakulla, and parts of Jefferson and Leon counties. So far, lobbyists and other representatives and senators are saying this will be a year when the state government will have a smaller budget. The 2026 Florida legislative session starts on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. It will be the start of the regular session, which is scheduled to last for 60 days and adjourn on March 13, 2026.
10 a.m. -- The Friends of the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve (WGP) invite everyone to the WGP Program Series, which is scheduled with the title “Bull Sharks in the Gulf.” Dr. Alyssa Andres and Harrison Clark are slated to present the program related to the Crystal River Bull Shark Project. All Friends of the WGP programs are free and open to the public. The WGP is a 413-acre parcel of undeveloped wetlands. It includes mixed hardwood, pine, and cabbage palm forests, tidal marshes, and several salt ponds. The WGP has a 30-foot tall observation tower, a salt pond boardwalk, Gulf accessible canoe/kayak dock, and more. It is located at 1001 Old Rock Road, just off Levy County Road 40 West, in Yankeetown. The Preserve is open daily from dawn to dusk.

Nov. 15, Saturday
9 a.m.-1 p.m. -- Everyone is invited to an amateur radio festival and tailgate at the Trenton Train Depot on Main Street (U.S. Highway 129 and Northwest Fourth Avenue. There will be speaking about emergency communications. There will be food and drinks. There is going to be a raffle with a drawing at high noon. There will be FCC testing available at a 1 p.m. Tailgaters should arrive after 8 a.m. This event is being held by the Dixie Amateur Radio Klub for people in Dixie, Levy and Gilchrist counties.

Nov. 17, Monday
1 p.m. -- The School Health Advisory Council and the School Board of Levy County Wellness Committee (together called SHWAC) is scheduled to meet via Google Meet at https://meet.google.com/dhq-ykrc-ybi or dial 1-231-844-9689‬ PIN: ‪239 251 438‬#. SHWAC is a group that advises the Levy County School District on ways to promote the overall health and well-being of students, staff, and the community. These committees often include representatives from school departments, healthcare professionals, parents and community members. This meeting is a great opportunity to hear updates, share ideas, and learn more about the ongoing efforts to support our schools and community. Even if you’re not a committee member, your voice and perspective are valued. Everyone is welcome.

Nov. 22, Saturday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. – Yankeetown Arts, Crafts & Seafood Festival hosted by the Inglis/ Yankeetown Lions is located at 6300 Riverside Drive, Yankeetown. This festival celebrates the fishing heritage of this coastal community. Enjoy free admission and entertainment. Shop fine arts and crafts vendors. Enjoy great food and beverages. Rain or shine.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. -- The Suwannee Firehouse Christmas Bazaar is set to be at the Suwannee Fire Station, 21354 S.E. Dixie County Road 349 (aka Highway 349), in the community of Suwannee --an unincorporated community in Dixie County. This bazaar promises a unique shopping experience with local vendors selling handcrafted gifts, ornaments, candles, original artworks, honey, and small-batch food products such as jams, jellies, and hot sauce. Attendees can enjoy homemade baked goods, hot chocolate, festive music and raffles. Lunch will be available at the pavilion adjacent to the pickleball courts with proceeds going toward the purchase of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for the town of Suwannee. This family-friendly event is perfect for finding that special gift for loved ones and kicking off the holiday season. The Suwannee Firehouse Christmas Bazaar is open to the public, and admission is free. For more information, contact organizer Jane Connors of Suwannee Library Technical Center at 352-542-8320 or suwanneetechcenter@yahoo.com.

Nov. 23, Sunday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. – Yankeetown Arts, Crafts & Seafood Festival hosted by the Inglis/ Yankeetown Lions is located at 6300 Riverside Drive, Yankeetown. This festival celebrates the fishing heritage of this coastal community. Enjoy free admission and entertainment. Shop fine arts and crafts vendors. Enjoy great food and beverages. Rain or shine.
12 p.m. -- The Friends of the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve are schedule to have the 16th Annual Little Yellow Rubber Floating Duck Race on the Withlacoochee River at the Blackwater Restaurant, 6301 Riverside Drive, in Yankeetown. This is a gambling event where people buy numbered ducks. The first duck to float across the finish line gets the sponsor of that duck $200. The Lazy Duck (last to finish) sponsor gets $5. The cost for ducks is $5 per duck, a Quacker's Dozen (13) for $50 and a Flock of Ducks (26 ducks) for $100. The winner does not need to be present to win. Proceeds fund the Friends' efforts to maintain the WGP as well as go toward the WGP Endowment Fund. Go to https://wgpfl.org/you-can-help/.

Nov. 24, Monday
8:30 a.m. -- City Hall, 99 N.E. 210th Ave., in Cross City is set for community Christmas decorating. Volunteers are invited to help decorate City Hall and the surrounding public areas to kick off the holiday season.

Nov. 25, Tuesday
8:30 a.m. -- City Hall, 99 N.E. 210th Ave., in Cross City is set for community Christmas decorating. Volunteers are invited to help decorate City Hall and the surrounding public areas to kick off the holiday season.

Nov. 27, Thursday
Thanksgiving
7:15 a.m. -- The 5th Annual Dixie County Turkey Trot opens with a community prayer at 7:15 a.m. at 56 N.E. 210th Ave., in Cross City, and continues with the annual 5K run/walk event has a
7:30 a.m. race start time.

Nov. 29, Saturday
9 a.m.-1 p.m. -- The Cedar Key Woman’s Club (CKWC) has scheduled its 19th Annual Fall Market to be at the Big Yellow House located at 7391 State Road 24, in the area of Sumner. This year, the CKWC will once again make this sale “donations only.” The only items that will be priced will be furniture, jewelry, food, beverages, vendor items and possibly some boutique items. CKWC welcomes vendors for $15 for one space. There will be food and beverages available at the snack bar, Granny’s Pantry and more. Live music is set to be performed this year, again, too. Plants will be available - including some native plants. Funds received by the CKWC will benefit Flight To Honor, school needs, and other community projects. Another tradition, an opportunity to buy raffle tickets for a quilt to help Fisher House, is probably going to be there as well. There is a potential for people to buy the CKWC 2026 Calendar at this event, too. Yard sale vendors have traditionally been here as well as very talented artists and crafts persons. The best way to see what is there is to visit.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. – There is a Hand-It-To-A-Hero Toy Drive at scheduled to be at Walmart in Chiefland. This is presented by the Levy County Sheriff’s Office, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, Dixie County Sheriff’s Office, Tri-County Community Resource Center, Chiefland Fire Rescue Station 71, and the Levy County Emergency Operations Center. Also planned for this toy drive, are some United States military veterans on-hand to collect toys for the Tri-County Toys for Tots program. This program involves the collection of new, unwrapped toys for children ages 1-12. Families must sign-up online before Nov. 14 at https://newberry-fl.toysfortots.org under “Request a Toy” if they have children who would like to receive toys through the program. Anyone can help collect toys by having a toy collection box at their business or church, or by donating directly to the campaign under the “Get Involved” tab on the website. Toys will be distributed to approved families on Friday, Dec. 19, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at a corner of the Walmart parking lot in Chiefland.

Nov. 30, Sunday
Hurricane Season Ends

Dec. 1, Monday
5:30 p.m. -- The Cross City Neighborhood Watch invites all community members, including residents, business owners and faith leaders, to attend its monthly meeting dedicated to enhancing community safety and collaboration. These gatherings are crucial for creating a unified front against potential crime and vandalism across the city. All sessions are held consistently every month at the Cross City Woman's Club (formerly known as the Dixie County Woman’s Club), 236 N.E. 134th St., in Cross City, across the street from the courthouse.

Dec. 5, Friday
6 p.m. -- Cross City's Christmas Tree Lighting & Golf Cart/UTV Parade is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. with the parade of festively decorated vehicles that are set to launch from City Hall, 99 N.E. 210th Ave., Cross City. The town's official tree lighting ceremony is slated for 6:30 p.m. This is Cross City's marquee event to welcome December, it features local participation and holiday cheer. Santa Claus is planning to meet and greet people, and there is hot cocoa and cookies on the listings for this event, thanks to the partnership of Cross City with the Dixie County Anti-Drug Coalition and the Cross City Restore and Renew organization.

Dec. 7, Sunday
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Dec. 13, Saturday
9 a.m.-12 p.m. -- The Gilchrist Prevention Coalition is hosting a Farm Share event to give away free food to anyone who drives a vehicle. There will be no walk-ups or bicycles. Bring a vehicle with trunk space to accept the food. Do not get out of the vehicle. Food will be given away as long as it lasts 0r until noon, when the event ends. This is happening at Trenton Elementary School, 1350 E. Wade Avenue (State Road 26), which is east of Main Street (U.S. Highway 129) in Trenton. Farm Share has been combating food insecurity since 1991 with the innovative concept of recovering surplus crops from Florida farmers to distribute fresh and nutritious food to those in need. The Gilchrist Prevention Coalition is a group focused on preventing youth substance use through implementing evidence-based programs and strategies.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. -- Every second Saturday of the month, ForVets Inc. at Otter Springs Park and Campground, 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., Trenton, is offering a recreation and wellness program, The goal is for military service veterans and family members to enjoy recreation for their mind, body and soul. Check in each month at the Canteen. An agenda will be available in print and online to see what is available at different times of the day. For more information about this free service for veterans, call 352-215-5476.

Dec. 25, Thursday
Christmas

Dec. 31, Wednesday
New Year's Eve

Regular Weekly Meetings HardisonInk.com

First Published Feb. 1, 2011 at 12:01 a.m.
Updated April 5, 2025 at 10 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Saving Time)
As a result of weather, organizations changing leadership, disbanding and other factors, some gatherings may have been cancelled. Please check before going to any of these.

EVERY MONDAY
11 a.m.-12 p.m. -- Tai-Chi for senior citizens with Susan Levi at the Gilchrist County Senior Center, 1439 Gilchrist County Road 307A in Trenton. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.
12 p.m. – The Gilchrist County Rotary Club in the Gilchrist County Woman’s Club, 819 S.W. CR 339 (except on federal holidays). The club also meets at Akin's Barbecue three or four times a year - on random Monday afternoons. And normally this club does not meet the first Monday of the month. Instead, they meet for a Breakfast Fellowship at 8:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. Then this club has a Board and Membership Business Meeting on the 2nd Monday of each month at noon. All Gilchrist Rotarians are invited. The rest of the month, these Rotarians meet for member-sponsored programs on Mondays at noon. All meetings are at the Woman's Club in Trenton -- except those random meetings in Bell.

EVERY FIRST MONDAY
6:30 p.m. -- The Williston High School Football Boosters' meeting is in the Williston High School Library. Meetings will continue year-round on the first Monday of every month. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.

EVERY SECOND MONDAY
Noon -- The Dixie Education Foundation meets the second Monday of each month at the Dixie County Public Library, 16328 S.E. U.S. Highway 19 in Cross City.

EVERY THIRD MONDAY
6:30 p.m. -- The Levy County Republican Executive Committee's monthly meeting starts with food and fellowship at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 7 p.m. at a new location for these meetings. The new location is Bett's Big T Restaurant, 2525 N. Young Blvd., Chiefland. Everyone is invited to come hear from county leaders who will explain what's happening now or in the future of Levy County. Every meeting has informative Republican ideas, information and plans for the future in the county, state and nation.
7 p.m. -- The Suwannee Valley Players meet at The Chief Theater, 25 E. Park Ave, Chiefland. The players discuss things that relate to the theater and upcoming shows. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome and no acting experience is necessary. For more information, please leave a message by calling 352-493-2787 or email to SuwanneeValleyPlayers@gmail.com.

EVERY LAST MONDAY
     6-7 p.m. -- The Friends of ForVets Inc., which is the lead organization for the Camp Valor project at Otter Springs Park and Campground, has scheduled meetings at the Gilchrist County Public Library, 105 N.E. 11th Ave., in Trenton, on the last Monday of every month, except that there is no monthly meeting in December. For more information, please contact Debbie Destin at 352-215-5476. Everyone is welcome. Volunteers are needed.

EVERY TUESDAY
10 a.m. -- Gentle Yoga will be held at the Dixie County Public Library, 16328 S.E. U.S. Highway 19, Cross City.
10-11 a.m. -- Exercise for senior citizens with Anne at the Gilchrist County Senior Center, 1439 Gilchrist County Road 307A in Trenton. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. – Williston Rotary Club meets at the First Presbyterian Church, 247 N.E. First St., Williston.
12 p.m. -- Games and cards for senior citizens at the Gilchrist County Senior Center, 1439 Gilchrist County Road 307A in Trenton.
   4-7 p.m. -- The Newberry Farmer's Market is on the corner of 254th Street and Newberry Road in downtown Newberry each Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Sellers are offering fresh veggies, meats, eggs, mushrooms, plants, honey, jams, pickled items, fruit, baked goods, boiled peanuts and more.
     7 p.m. -- Fanning Springs Community Church is participating in a ministry named "His Grounds," which is to help free from all addictions. This support group meets every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. at Fanning Springs Community Church, 17930 N.W. 90th Court, in the City of Fanning Springs, Florida 32693. Everyone is welcome! If you would like more information, please call Fanning Springs Community Church at 352-463-2602 or call Marcia at 352-535-3068.

EVERY SECOND TUESDAY
6:30 p.m. -- (Effective Jan. 1, 2020, and going forward) Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5625 (Rebel Post) of Chiefland, is scheduled to have its monthly meeting at the post located at 6850 N.W. 137th St., north of Chiefland, just off of U.S. Highway 19. The monthly meeting used to be at 6:30 p.m., and years ago the VFW post was located at 1104 S. Main St. -- but the post has moved and the meeting time is changing to be an hour earlier as of January of 2020.

EVERY WEDNESDAY
9 a.m. – Medicare Review will be held at the Dixie County Public Library, 16328 S.E. U.S. Highway 19, Cross City.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. -- Senior Yoga at the Gilchrist County Senior Center, 1439 Gilchrist County Road 307A in Trenton. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.
12 p.m. -- Tai-Chi for senior citizens with Susan Levi at the Gilchrist County Senior Center, 1439 Gilchrist County Road 307A in Trenton. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. -- The Suwannee River Economic Council has a meal site in Williston open to people who are 60 years and older. Seniors will receive a hot, nutritious, balanced meal free of charge. Donations are accepted. It’s in Thompson Hall at St. Banabas Church at 521 N.W. First Ave. Please call 352-490-7055 ext. 1 by 9 a.m. on Wednesdays to assure there will be enough meals hot and ready to serve on that day.
     12 p.m. – Chiefland Rotary Club meets at The Gathering Table, Main Street (U.S. Highway 19) in downtown Chiefland.
     12 p.m. – The Dixie County Rotary Club meets at the Dixie County Library, 16328 S.E U.S. Highway 19 in Cross City.
6 p.m. – AmVets Post 444 invites everyone to the post’s weekly dinner and Bingo. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. AmVets Post 444 is located at 13751 N.E. 52nd Place Williston. It is the big blue building on the right side of the road for people driving from Bronson to Williston. Call after noon for additional information -- 352-528-2550.
     7 p.m. -- The Youth Ministry Program Ignite 4:12 at Cornerstone Assembly of God continues from Sept. 18, to be each Wednesday. Director of Youth Ministry Chris Kirby said he looks forward to seeing young people come to this weekly event at Cornerstone Assembly Of God 1045 Sixth Blvd., in Williston.

EVERY FIRST WEDNESDAY
10- 11 a.m. -- The first Wednesday of each month, interested individuals are invited to enjoy the "coffee club meeting," where Edward Jones Financial Advisor Kathryn Lancaster will discuss current updates on the market and economy in a relaxed, informal setting. This discussion is at the Edward Jones office, 220 N. Main St. (U.S. Highway 19), in Chiefland. Participants need to reserve a spot at the coffee club meeting by calling the office at 352-493-4948.

EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY
6:30 p.m. -- Toastmasters (Radiant Ridge Club) wants to help individuals with their speaking and leadership abilities. We do it by practicing, coaching and advising each other, in a non-threatening environment. We meet regularly on the second, fourth and fifth Wednesdays. Meetings are held at the First Baptist Church, Citrus Ave., in downtown Crystal River. Come visit us and see if you feel you would enjoy participating. We are always glad to have visitors. For more information on Radiant Ridge Toastmasters, please call Renate Wilms at 352-746-4598.

EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY
12 p.m. -- Every third Wednesday, there is a free community light lunch at Holy Family Catholic Church, 17353 N.E. U.S. Alt. 27 near Williston. Everyone is invited. For more information, please call 352-528-2893.

EVERY FOURTH WEDNESDAY
6:30 p.m. -- Toastmasters (Radiant Ridge Club) wants to help individuals with their speaking and leadership abilities. We do it by practicing, coaching and advising each other, in a non-threatening environment. We meet regularly on the second, fourth and fifth Wednesdays. Meetings are held at the First Baptist Church, Citrus Ave., in downtown Crystal River. Come visit us and see if you feel you would enjoy participating. We are always glad to have visitors. For more information on Radiant Ridge Toastmasters, please call Renate Wilms at 352-746-4598.

EVERY FIFTH WEDNESDAY
6:30 p.m. -- Toastmasters (Radiant Ridge Club) wants to help individuals with their speaking and leadership abilities. We do it by practicing, coaching and advising each other, in a non-threatening environment. We meet regularly on the second, fourth and fifth Wednesdays. Meetings are held at the First Baptist Church, Citrus Ave., in downtown Crystal River. Come visit us and see if you feel you would enjoy participating. We are always glad to have visitors. For more information on Radiant Ridge Toastmasters, please call Renate Wilms at 352-746-4598.

EVERY THURSDAY
10-11 a.m. – The Trenton Senior Center located at 1439 CR 307A in Trenton hosts Exercise with Anne Tally. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.
12 p.m. – The Suwannee Valley Rotary Club meets in the Community Building of the Haven Tri-Counties Hospice Care Center, At 311 N.E. Ninth St. in Chiefland.
2 p.m. -- Weekly Kids Movie (Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult) at the Dixie County Public Library, 16328 S.E. U.S. Highway 19, Cross City.
      7-9 p.m. -- ForVets Inc. is holding Bingo games every Thursday night in the Spring Lodge at Otter Springs Park and Campground, 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., near Trenton, in Gilchrist County. All proceeds from the sales of snacks and beverages goes toward the Camp Valor Project at Otter Springs. Bingo etiquette is required. Call 352-463-0800.Every Thursday
7 p.m. -- A Narcotics Anonymous meeting is scheduled for every Thursday at Fanning Springs Community Church, 17930 N.W. 90th Court, in the City of Fanning Springs.
      7 p.m. -- Yankeetown Inglis Woman's Club Bingo is active. The games begin at 7 p.m., in the club located at 5 56th St., Yankeetown. Stop in at 5 p.m. and shop in the Second to None Shoppe. At 6 p.m., you can eat before the games start. You don't have to play to eat, we have take out! There are always sandwiches and hot dogs available. For more information call 352-447-2057.
      7 p.m. -- There is Bingo every Thursday at the Williston Lions Club, 401 S.E. Sixth Ave. Contact Pamela Vamosi at 352-222-8267 or Deanna Barnard at 352-283-8828 for more information about the Lions Club of Williston.

EVERY FIRST THURSDAY
6:30 p.m. -- The Disabled American Veterans meet on the first Thursday of the month at Otter Springs Park and Campground in the Spring Lodge, 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., Trenton 32693.

EVERY SECOND THURSDAY
6 p.m. -- The HealingStrong organization meets in the Gilchrist County Public Library at 105 N.E. 11th Ave., in Trenton. HealingStrong is a cancer resource organization, which helps people by educating, connecting, and encouraging those seeking comprehensive, natural strategies to heal strong and stay strong. Healing Strong is a non-profit, federally approved organization made up of a growing network of HealingStrong Groups in the United States, Canada and some other countries. The power of the HealingStrong Groups comes from fostering a vibrant, synergistic, loving community where patients get inspiration and motivation, are empowered with information to take action (or change direction), and are encourage to be strong and courageous and to never give up. Meetings are FREE, encouraging, informative and full of hope because no one should have to heal alone. Together, people at these meetings may find strength through faith, education and connection with others.
     11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. -- Cornerstone Assembly of God, 1045 Sixth Blvd. in Williston offers a free lunch each second Thursday. All are welcome. For more information, please call 352-528-6880.
     Noon -- The Dixie County Chamber of Commerce meets the second Thursday of each month at the Dixie County Public Library, 16328 S.E. U.S. Highway 19 in Cross City.
     1:30-3:30 p.m. -- There is an Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group that meets in the Luther Callaway Public Library, 104 N.E. Third St. in Chiefland. This support group creates a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. Participants will learn and be informed about dementia, and the group as a whole helps participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. RSVPs are required. Call the Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 to reserve a seat or to find more information.
3 p.m. – The Nature Coast Business (Levy County) Development Council is scheduled to meet, unless otherwise noticed, in the Drummond Bank Conference Room of the Jack Wilkinson, Levy (County) Campus of The College of Central Florida, located at 15390 N.W. U.S. Highway 19, Chiefland, south of the City of Fanning Springs on the western side of the highway. The Nature Coast Business Development Council Inc. is a Levy County organization to help improve the economy in Levy County. These meetings are open to the public. Any members of the public wishing to bring any matters before the board may do so by contacting NCBDC Executive Director Scott Osteen via email at director@naturecoast.org. The NCBDC is an entity that evolved from an original group formed in 1985, which was, is and is planned to be committed to fostering economic prosperity and the highest quality of life in the communities it serves, which are in Levy County.
7-8 p.m. -- The Levy (County) Backyard Beekeepers meet second Thursday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Bronson Community Church, 948 E. Hathaway Ave. (U.S. Alt. 27), in Bronson, Florida. For more information contact Steve Starks at 386-288-0741 or John Dulaney at 352-284-3211. Free honeybee removal is available.
      7 p.m. -- The Levy County Horse Club is scheduled to meet on the second Thursday of the month at The Gathering Table Restaurant in Chiefland. Arrive earlier for dinner. Are you interested in horses and trailriding? Join us for our monthly social and check us out at http://www.levycountyhorseclub.com/.

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY
6 p.m. -- The HealingStrong organization meets in the Gilchrist County Public Library at 105 N.E. 11th Ave., in Trenton. HealingStrong is a cancer resource organization, which helps people by educating, connecting, and encouraging those seeking comprehensive, natural strategies to heal strong and stay strong. Healing Strong is a non-profit, federally approved organization made up of a growing network of HealingStrong Groups in the United States, Canada and some other countries. The power of the HealingStrong Groups comes from fostering a vibrant, synergistic, loving community where patients get inspiration and motivation, are empowered with information to take action (or change direction), and are encourage to be strong and courageous and to never give up. Meetings are free, encouraging, informative and full of hope because no one should have to heal alone. Together, people at these meetings may find strength through faith, education and connection with others.

EVERY FRIDAY
7:15 a.m. -- The Citrus Business Network (CBN) exists to grow the business and profitability of our members by providing leads and referral information, sharing marketing ideas and utilizing each others' services. Everyone wants to do business with people they know, like and trust. The CBN allows us to develop that kind of relationship, not only with other members, but also with friends and business contacts. We meet Friday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at the Twisted Oak Country Club, in Beverly Hills. Breakfast and social time begins at 7:15. We would love to have you visit a meeting and see if CBN is right for you. Questions? Call Peg Weston at 352-586-2343.
9:30 a.m. - Noon – The Trenton Senior Center located at 1439 CR 307A in Trenton hosts BINGO followed by lunch. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.

EVERY THIRD FRIDAY
Noon – The Trenton Senior Center located at 1439 CR 307A in Trenton hosts a monthly birthday party with a special meal, cake and ice cream. All activities are free at the center. Over 60 years old please. For more information call 352-463-2940.

EVERY SECOND SATURDAY
9:45 a.m. -- C.A.N. (Community Alliance Network) meets at the Living Water Life Center (LWLC) 6491 S.E. 123 Terrace Morriston. We’re meeting to put together resources and ideas for growing, bartering, food storage, alternative energy and other forms of self-sufficiency. Join us to hear speakers from like-minded groups share their visions and help us form ours. We always look forward to meeting new people.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. -- ForVets Inc. at Otter Springs Park and Campground, 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., Trenton, is offering a recreation and wellness program, The goal is for military service veterans and family members to enjoy recreation for their mind, body and soul. Check in each month at the Canteen. An agenda will be available in print and online to see what is available at different times of the day. For more information about this free service for veterans, call 352-215-5476.
4 p.m. -- There is a “Community Round Table Meeting” at Inglis City Hall each second Saturday of each month. This is an open forum for residents of Inglis to come together to discuss area needs and views.

EVERY THIRD SATURDAY
9:30 a.m. -- Darklub (Dixie Amateur Radio Klub) monthly meetings are every third Saturday starting at 9:30 a.m. They are in the Gilchrist County Public Library, 105 N.E. 11th Ave., in Trenton, just off of U.S. Highway 129 near Trenton High School.
5:30 p.m. -- Everyone is invited to a Gospel Sing on the third Saturday of each month at St. Johns United Methodist Church, on the corner of Alachua County Roads 236 and 239, in Alachua. The mailing address is 10708 N.W. County Road 236. There will be a sign at corner of the intersection. Each month, there will also be a fellowship afterward with a covered dish meal.

EVERY FOURTH SATURDAY
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. -- The South Levy Marketplace, which is held the fourth Saturday of each month, happens in the Food Ranch Plaza, 40 U.S. Highway 19 N., just north of Follow That Dream Parkway (Levy County Road 40). Vendors provide goods, demonstrations and services. There are even free cat adoptions. Vendor spaces and quality yard sale spaces are 10x10 for $10. Civic groups and non-profit groups can have spaces for free. For more information, call 352-302-1771.

EVERY LAST SATURDAY
1-3 p.m. -- The Care for Caregivers group meets on the last Saturday of each month in the Williston City Hall Community Center, 50 N.W. Main St. in Williston. Williston has support for caregivers and their loved ones who have dementia.