Author: Debbie Roney Smith

Suwannee County Fair Starts Tomorrow

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The Suwannee County Fair is an annual event that has brought the community together for over 100 years. It will run from March 17-25. There will be carnival rides, fried food, and multiple livestock events. The Fair features the annual Fair and Youth Livestock Show and Sale, the Beef Heifer Show, plus Goat, Dairy Cattle, and Sheep Shows. There will also be a Figure 8 and Demolition Derby. Learn more about the fair by visiting the official website HERE or the event’s Facebook PAGE. 

Pensacola VegFest 2023

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The Pensacola VegFest is coming to the Community Maritime Park next Saturday, March 25th! The festival will run from 12 pm to 7 pm EDT. Pensacola Vegfest is a celebration of compassionate living, eating, and creating. All food at the event will be vegan; come out to try various delicious plant-based, cruelty-free foods. Turtle Roll Homemade Ice Cream will be at the festival with an entire line of vegan ice cream flavors AND several scrumptious sorbets. The festival will also feature eco-friendly vendors, vegan artists, family fun, live music, free yoga, cooking demos, and more! While entry to Vegfest is free, food and art vendors will take cash and cards. Learn more about the event and stay up-to-date with announcements by visiting the Facebook event page HERE. 

Jackson County Garbage Services

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Are you a Jackson County Resident who needs to set up a new garbage service at your home? Follow the steps below:

  1. Call 1-866-230-1547
  2. Ignore the prompt to enter the Customer ID.
  3. Wait for the prompt to enter your zip code.
  4. When prompted: select residential customer.
  5. When prompted: select 1 to set up permanent service at your home address.
  6. You will be transferred to an agent. 
  7. Your new service will be established!

Women’s History Month

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March is Women’s History Month. What started as a single day to acknowledge the role of women in society became a month-long celebration thanks to the National Women’s History Project; in 1987, they successfully petitioned Congress to expand the established National Women’s History Week.

The National Women’s History Alliance declares a theme for each year’s History Month. 2023’s theme is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.” This theme recognizes “women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, news, and social media.”(1)

Women’s History Month acknowledges women’s contributions to culture, history, and society. It also offers people an opportunity to reflect on the struggles women face in modern society. Learn more by visiting the Women’s History Month website here. 

Pebble Hill Polo Classic

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The Pebble Hill Polo Classic is coming to Tallahassee Saturday, March 18th. The event is an opportunity for Pretty Woman fans to live out the annual polo tradition of “Stomping of the Divots” as popularized by Julia Roberts as Vivian. Dress up in your favorite fascinator or seersucker suit and embrace the tradition. The Polo Classic will feature a women’s polo match, children’s activities, live music, and local food. Come out to Pebble Hill Plantation to enjoy the event. Tickets are $50 per vehicle; learn more or purchase your ticket online HERE. 

March Full Moon

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March’s full moon was for the history books. This month’s moon was a super moon, a term coined by astrologer Richard Nolle. It describes either a new or full moon that is close to Earth; this usually increases the visibility, brightness, and perceived size of the moon by those on the planet’s surface. March’s full moon goes by many names and is recognized by many cultures across the world. 

Northern Native American tribes refer to the March moon as the Full Crow Moon. Some groups call it the Crust Moon, the Sap Moon, or the Sugar Moon. In Sri Lanka, it’s known as Madin Poya or Medin. The moon holds cultural importance for many cultures. In the Hebrew calendar, the full moon is linked to the observance of Passover. March’s full moon also corresponds with Holi, a Hindu celebration of the conquest of good over evil.

It is widely known as the Worm Moon thanks to the Native Americans who named it “worm” in reference to a type of beetle larvae that emerges from the thawing bark of trees. In some areas of the world, it’s known as the Worm Moon because of its association with the warming of the ground, the emergence of worms, and the return of spring. 

 

Astronomy at Florida Caverns State Park

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Florida Caverns State Park is excited to announce a special Astronomy Night! Thanks to the participation of the Tallahassee Astronomical Society, there will be an evening opportunity for interested individuals to come out to the State Park to learn more about stars, planets, and other heavenly bodies. 

The Astronomy Night will be held on Saturday, March 18th from 5-8pm CST. While the event is free, park entrance is $5.00 per vehicle and is required to access the event site. In the event of poor viewing conditions, cancellation
information will be available at the Ranger Station by 4pm on Saturday. For more information contact Florida Caverns State Park at 850-482-1228.

Greenwood: A Great Place to Live!

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Greenwood is a small, close-knit community in Jackson County, Florida. The town is home to a number of historic sites such as the Historic Erwin House and the Great Oaks/Bryan Plantation. Additionally, Greenwood is home to the oldest running hardware store, Pender’s Store. Pender’s was opened in 1869 under the name of N. B. Long and Bros. The store maintains the original shelves and heart pine floors. 

The small town is nestled among a growing community, has a lovely public park, and is within a day of a number of amazing cities, state parks, and family-friendly activities. Considering moving to Greenwood? Click on the photos of the beautiful homes below to visit their listing and schedule a viewing!

Senior-Specific Moving Service

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Seniors are a group of individuals who often relocate. There is a variety of reasons seniors move including retirement, downsizing, or access to better health care. No matter the reason, moving can be a lot to handle for the elderly. Hiring a senior-specific moving service can help make the process smoother and less stressful. This is important as 45% of Americans report that they find moving to be stressful.

Caring.com, a leading senior resource, has created a new resource that provides information on the best senior moving companies. It pulls together all the information seniors or their caregivers need to make an informed decision. The resource contains senior moving company details such as specific services, features, service coverage, and discounts. The resource also explains how to avoid scam companies.

Visit the resource HERE. 

Caregiver Appreciation Day

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Caregiver Appreciation Day is a national celebration that recognizes the individuals who provide care services to people who cannot care for themselves. These people include the elderly, the disabled, and those who are hospitalized or in need of temporary care. There are a variety of caregiver appreciation days but it is generally celebrated on either November 13th and/or March 3rd. The value of services provided by informal caregivers has steadily increased over the last decade; worth $450 in 2009, $470 billion in 2013, and $375 billion in 2007.(1)

This annual celebration honors and thanks the selfless caregivers who give their time, effort, and emotional energy to those who need it. Caregivers work with a spectrum of individuals who need assistance due to different conditions; some individuals who require full or part-time caregivers are those living with disabilities, illnesses, and the elderly. There are over 40 MILLION caregivers in the U.S.A. They play an essential role in communities and often go unrecognized for their work.(2)