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Community Calendar 1/19/17

Clay Today
Posted 1/18/17

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MEETING: Jan. 19 at 6 p.m., Asbury United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 16 College Dr. Give input about the Clay County Comprehensive Plan and help county staff assess how well …

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Community Calendar 1/19/17


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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MEETING: Jan. 19 at 6 p.m., Asbury United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 16 College Dr. Give input about the Clay County Comprehensive Plan and help county staff assess how well the Plan is working, any deficiencies it has and recommend changes to the Goals, Objectives or Policies, and identify issues affecting the County that should be addressed by revising the Plan.

PENNEY FARMS HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. Kevin Hooper, author of “An Early History of Clay County- A Wilderness That Could Be Tamed,” presents “Clay County and the Civil War” taken from more than 20 years of research. Penney Farms Town Hall, 4100 Clark Ave.

TODDLER TALES: Story time for ages 2-3 offered Jan. 20 and Jan. 27 at 10:30 a.m. each date. Children can develop socialization, language, and listening skills and love of reading. Share the fun of language through stories, rhymes, and music. Orange Park Branch Library, 2054 Plainfield Ave. (904) 541-5815.

BABY BOOK WORMS: Storytime for age birth through 23 months-old offered Jan. 20 at 10:30 a.m. each date. Middleburg-Clay Hill Branch Library, 2245 Aster Ave., off County Road 218.Middleburg. (904) 541-5855.

PRESCHOOL ROMP & RHYMERS: Storytime for ages 2-5 years old offered Jan. 20, 2017 at 11 a.m. each date. Middleburg-Clay Hill Branch Library, 2245 Aster Ave. (904) 541-5855.

HELLCAT RACES: Help raise funds for the Military Museum of North Florida in Green Cove Springs, run in any of the Hellcat 10K, 30K or 50K races on Jan. 21. Registration fees are $40, $50 and $60, respectively. The course is around the perimeter of the Lee Airfield navy base now known as Reynolds Industrial Park. The museum will be open free of charge for all runners and their families. Register at http://www.hellcatrace.com/ or call Chris Rodatz, (904) 655-6511.

PITCH IN THE PARK: Clay County’s first-ever innovation festival where 18 innovator exhibitors pitch their ideas to judges and the audience for a chance to win cash prizes and a startup prize package. Audience participation is encouraged and needed as the audience vote counts as 50% with the judges the other 50%. Jan. 21 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., Orange Park Town Hall Park. Info, pitchinthepark.com.

MEDITATION AND RELAXATION: Jan 21 at 10:30 a.m. led by Heartfulness Certified trainer Anish Mehra. Free and for all ages. Orange Park Branch Library, 2054 Plainfield Ave. (904) 278-4750.

KEYSTONE CRAFTY KIDS: Entertaining and creative arts & crafts fun offered Jan. 21 at 11 a.m. for grades 2-6, Keystone Heights Library, 175 Oriole St. (352)473-4286.

FREE CONCERT: Rare Song performs Jan. 22 in Penney Memorial Church, Penney Farms, at 7 p.m. as part of the Commemorative Concert Series. Dressed in period costumes and playing old instruments, this ensemble of professional musicians from Jacksonville and St. Augustine performs “Olde English” music.

AUDITIONS: Seeking 2 women and 2 men for the upcoming drama, The Glass Menagerie, Jan. 22-23 at 7 p.m., Orange Park Community Theatre, 2900 Moody Ave. Production dates run March 24-April 9. Audition participants should prepare one minute dramatic memorized monologue. Possible readings from the script as well. Info, Aimee Low at aimee.a.ortiz@gmail.com.

STATE OF THE TOWN: Orange Park Mayor Eugene Nix presents an update on the “2017 State of Orange Park,” at the Jan. 23 meeting of the Clay County Historical Society, 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse, 915 Walnut St., Green Cove Springs. Info, email historicsociety@aol.com or contact Marilyn Haddock at (904) 333-5758.

MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE: More than just a good story, MGOTL offers interactive activities, finger plays, songs, poems, crafts and games, Jan. 23 and Jan. 30 at 10:30 a.m. for ages 0-24 months. Orange Park Branch Library, 2054 Plainfield Ave. (904) 278-4751.

SPROUTING: GROWING YOUR GARDEN WITH SEEDS: at the UF/IFAS Clay County Extension Office, 2463 State Rd. 16 West, Green Cove Springs, Jan. 23 from 6-8 p.m. Cost is $18 for pre-pay; register at www.eventbrite.com or $20 at the door. Guests receive seeds and supplies to start a garden.

STORY TIME FRIENDS: Jan. 25 at 10:30 a.m. each date. For children ages 2-5 featuring stories, finger-plays, music, movement and crafts. Keystone Heights Library, 175 Oriole St. (352) 473-4286.

PRESCHOOL STORY CIRCLE: Jan. 25 at 10:30 a.m. For children ages 3-7; offers children an opportunity to develop socialization, language, listening skills and love of reading. Share the fun of language through stories, rhymes, and music. Orange Park Branch Library, 2054 Plainfield Ave., (904) 541-5815.

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL: Meets Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. in the Clay County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, 4th floor, Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. Open to the public.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MEETING: Jan. 25 at 6 p.m., Keystone Heights City Hall, 555 S. Lawrence Blvd. Give input about the Clay County Comprehensive Plan and help county staff assess how well the Plan is working, any deficiencies it has and recommend changes to the Goals, Objectives or Policies, and identify issues affecting the County that should be addressed by revising the Plan.

MASTER GARDENER: Clay County Master Gardener, Cotton Morlock, presents pruning tips to get ready for spring along with selecting and caring for your garden tools Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m., Fleming Island Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. Workshop sponsored by Garden Club of Fleming Island. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

GIANT BOOK SALE: Jan. 26-28 at Orange Park Public Library hosted by Friends of the Orange Park Library, 2054 Plainfield Ave. in meeting rooms A & B. Find hundreds of gently used, books at low, low prices. All proceeds benefit Orange Park Library.

SHAPING CLAY: Network with nonprofit organizations that serve Clay County. Jan. 27 from 8:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m., St. Vincent’s Medical Center Clay County, 1670 St. Vincent’s Way. This month’s discussion will be the development of a resource directory of community services and nonprofits.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS 2ND ANNUAL CAR SHOW: Special Olympics Florida – Clay County Annual Car Show on Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, Clay County Fairgrounds, 2497 State Rd. 16 West, Green Cove Springs. All makes and models welcome. $25 to register. Free to the public. Music and fun, food, silent auction, door prizes, trophies, games for the kids. Proceeds benefit Clay County Special Olympic Athletes.

YESTERDAYS FESTIVAL: Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Gold Head Associates Inc., present the 13th annual Yesterdays Festival, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at 6239 State Road 21. Come for the day and enjoy this unique, affordable and family friendly event. The festival is free to attend with the purchase of park admission, $5 per vehicle, up to 8 people in a vehicle.

FOOD DRIVE: Jan. 28 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. to benefit local food banks. Hosted by Middleburg Black Creek Lions, Winn Dixie in Middleburg All non-perishable foods are needed and appreciated. Info, (904) 254-7891.

CAMELLIA GARDEN DAY: and Camellia Plant Sale hosted by top American Camellia Exhibitors Chuck and Bev Ritter, Jan. 29, noon-l 4 p.m., come enjoy some amazing camellia blooms and great company on a private camellia tour day. Proceeds benefit the Melrose Public Library. $5 per person, (352) 316-5681.

FREE CONCERT: Enjoy the highly talented trio JB Sessions Band perform ‘Smooth Jazz’ to Rhythm and Blues Jan. 30 from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Fleming Island Public Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. Open seating. No tickets required.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MEETING: Jan. 31 at 6 p.m., Fleming Island Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. Give input about the Clay County Comprehensive Plan and help county staff assess how well the Plan is working, any deficiencies it has and recommend changes to the Goals, Objectives or Policies, and identify issues affecting the County that should be addressed by revising the Plan.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MEETING: Feb. 1 at 6 p.m., Middleburg/-Clay Hill Library, 2245 Aster Ave., Middleburg. Give input about the Clay County Comprehensive Plan and help county staff assess how well the Plan is working, any deficiencies it has and recommend changes to the Goals, Objectives or Policies, and identify issues affecting the County that should be addressed by revising the Plan.

CHILI COOK OFF: Feb. 4 with 10 a.m. registration and public judging at 1 p.m., Chiappini’s Gas Station, Melrose, to benefit the Melrose Public Library. Limited electricity, cooks should bring gas stoves and utensils. $3 for a spoon tasting or $5 per bowl. Debbie Ellingham, (9352) 258-3531.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Meets Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, fourth floor, Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. The meeting is open to the public.

FREE CONCERT: Scott Kirby, composer, pianist and visual artist, comes to Barrows Hall, Penney Farms, on Feb. 8 to present a combination of music and his own paintings. Kirby has achieved rarified status as a performer of ragtime and related American styles. The event is part of the Commemorative Concert Series.

JUST US GIRLS VALENTINE’S LUNCHEON: Feb. 9 at 11:30 a.m., Country Club of Orange Park.

$16.50 at the door includes lunch, door prizes. Presentation by Coral Cottage and inspirational speaker! RSVP to Diane Rood (904) 993-2586 or email: dkny0716@hotmail.com.

FASHION SHOW: To benefit PACE Center for Girls and in honor of Black History Month, Feb 10 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30, Town Hall Event Center, 2245 Plantation Center Dr., Fleming Island. A Taste of Diversity, featuring local restaurants, begins at 6 p.m.

SPRING SEMINAR: The Garden Club of Middleburg presents “From The Ground Up,” Feb 11 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Family Life Center Middleburg United Methodist Church, 3925 Main St. Sign in & refreshments at 9:30. This is a brown bag affair-bring-your-own with refreshments and door prizes. $10 registration fee. Info, Nicole Pilliod (904) 343-8235.

MORE THAN JUST DIRT: Evelyn “Prissy” Fletcher, UF/IFAS Putnam County Horticultural Agent and Master Gardener coordinator, presents this program Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. at the Fleming Island Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. Public is invited to attend. Info, (904) 264-3986.

100-DAY PLAN: Hear newly-elected Clay County School Superintendent Addison Davis discuss his plan for his first 100 days in office and give feedback about the school district. Jan.

Feb. 14, 6:30 p.m., Middleburg High, 3750 County Rd. 220.

MEDITERRANEAN DIET CLASS: Discover the health benefits and culinary practices of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Four session series starts Mar. 30 at 5:30 p.m., Clay County Extension Office, 2463 State Rd. 16 W, Green Cove Springs. Registration fee is $40 for all four classes. Register online at http://tinyurl.com/ClayEvents or call (904) 284-6355.

EMPTY BOWLS: Salvation Army’s 15th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon will be held April 4 at the Orange Park United Methodist Church’s Family Life Building. Tickets will be $20 each. Still seeking door prizes, auction items and sponsors for Empty Bowls 2017. Judy White, (904) 607-4150.