DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE: Meets Aug. 25 at 10 a.m. in the Zoning Department Conference Room, 3rd Floor of the Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. The meeting is open to the public.

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: The Democratic Women’s Club of the Lakes Area hosts guest speaker Ken McGurn, candidate for Florida’s 3rd Congressional District, Aug. 25, historic Melrose Homemaker’s Club, 25728 Park St., Melrose at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited. More info, Fran Rossano, club secretary, (352) 475-3012.

UNTAPPED: Aug. 25 from 5-8 p.m., Thrasher-Horne Conference Center, $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Taste foods from top local restaurants and caterers and pair them with craft and domestic beer and wine. Save $5 by clicking the image below or by going to: http://events.claychamber.com/sbaweb/events/events.asp?details=true&cale_id=416&month=6/27/2016 Or call the Clay County Chamber at (904) 264-2651 to order tickets.

SHAPING CLAY: Network with Clay County nonprofits Aug. 26 from 8:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. at St. Vincent's Medical Center Clay County, 1670 St. Vincent's Way, north of Middleburg off Old Jennings Road. This month’s topic is 'Are you ready?' While organizations have in our mission to provide support and enrich the lives of those in our community, are we truly ready to respond in the time of an emergency? Do we have disaster recovery plans in place?

JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION NIGHT: Aug. 29 from 5-7 p.m., hosted by Teen Court at the Clay County Historical Courthouse, 915 Walnut St., Green Cove Springs. Mandatory for all Teen Court respondents and open to the public, free of charge, for any interested child or parent. Features guest speakers and aims to reduce juvenile crime while promoting respect for respondents, parents and teachers. Visit clayclerk.com for dress code requirements or call Debbie Mueller at (904) 278-3602 for more info.

DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE: Meets, Sept. 1, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22 and Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. in the Zoning Department Conference Room, 3rd Floor of the Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. The meeting is open to the public.

SPECIAL MAGISTRATE: Clay County Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing, Sept. 1, beginning at 9:30 a.m., Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, 4th Floor, Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. Open to the public.

REAL MEN WEAR PINK: In its inaugural year, eight men take a stand against breast cancer and kickoff their efforts to fundraise for the American Cancer Society and raise awareness by wearing pink throughout October. Event is Sept. 1 at 6 p.m., The River House at Club Continental, 2137 Astor St., Orange Park. Carolyn Krall (904) 891-6116.

DUAL FUNDRAISER: To benefit the Soul Food Festival and breast cancer, Sept. 4 at 6 p.m., Fleming Island Sleep Inn and Suites Banquet Hall. This year’s theme is party with a purpose, "Fifty Shades of Pink," honoring and celebrating those who have been affected by breast cancer and other cancer related illnesses. Tickets are $15 per person, $25 per couple or you may sponsor a table of eight for $100. Sponsors can elect to decorate their own tables to enter into a contest for $100. There will be dancing, door prizes, entertainment and light hors d’oeuvres.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Meets Sept. 6 at 7 p.m., Board of County Commissioners meeting room, fourth floor, Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. Open to the public.

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL: Meets Sept. 7 at 3 p.m. in the BCC Meeting Room, 4th Floor Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. The meeting is open to the public.

VETERANS APPRECIATION DAY: Sept. 10 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Clay County Fairgrounds, 2497 State Rd. 16, Green Cove Springs, free admission. Includes Clay Cruzers car show, American Legion riders motorcycle show, activities for kids, food trucks, community services info booths, military vehicles on display, NJROTC groups, military and VA reps, sponsored by the Clay County Department of Veterans Services.

MEET AND GREET: Kathleen Lopez, self-published author of “Prodigal Son” and “Between the Shades of Light and Dark” will also be representing Florida Sisters in Crime, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m.-noon, at the Fleming Island Book Discussion, Fleming Island Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. Newcomers welcomed. No registration required.

POKER RUN: The Fraternal Order of Eagles Black Creek Aerie No. 4530, Auxiliary Unit 4530, and Eagle Riders 4530 host the event Sept. 10. The Run registration begins at Black Creek Aerie No. 4530 beginning at 9:30 a.m. and will ride to American Legion Post 250 in Middleburg, Crackers Lounge in Orange Park, Whitey’s Fish Camp on Fleming Island Park, Rehab Saloon in Green Cove Springs and then finally back to Black Creek Eagles at 4283 County Rd. 218, Suite 112 in Middleburg. Kick Stands Up will be 10 a.m. with last bike in at 5 p.m. $15 per rider, $10 per passenger. Dinner is included with cost of ride.

POT LUCK: To benefit Haiti Ministries at Orange Park United Methodist Church, Haiti Auction & Pot Luck, Sept. 10 at 5 p.m., Contact Mari Anne Peeples, (904) 591-6306 for more info.

ENSEMBLE CONCERT: Presented by the First Coast Clarinet Society, Sept. 12 at 6:30-7:30 p.m., Fleming Island Public Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. All ages are welcome. No tickets required.

PAWS, DENIM & DIAMONDS: To benefit Clay County’s only no-kill animal shelter, SAFE Animal Shelter, Sept. 17 from 5-9 p.m., Thrasher-Horne Center, 283 College Dr., $50 per single and features Live! and silent auctions and entertainment from the U.S. Navy Band. (904) 276-7233 or info@safeanimalshelter.com

PLANT SALE: 2016 Clay County Master Gardener Plant Sale, 2463 State Rd. 16, Green Cove Springs, Sept. 17 from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the UF/IFAS Demonstration Gardens onsite at the center. Includes workshops on seed saving, bonsai tree growing, leaf casting and features a moss ball string garden demo, food and garden craft vendors, kid activities and info on how to become a Master Gardener.

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: Meets Sept. 20 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.

COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP: For commercial applicators, Sept. 22 from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. with optional testing at end of seminar, UF/IFAS Extension Service, 2463 State Rd. 16 W., Green Cove Springs. Register online at tinyurl.com/H307BXD or call Wayne Hobbs at (904) 284-6355 or whhobbs@ufl.edu.HEALTH FAIR: St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Sept., 24, from 9 a.m. -1 p.m., 135 Brickyard Rd. Middleburg. Health care professionals and a variety of vendors and health screenings and information. The community is invited.

BEEKEEPING SHORTCOURSE: Learn about how to become a beekeeper, expenses involved and the benefits of beekeeping Sept. 24 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Clay County UF/IFAS Extension office, 2463 State Rd. 16, Green Cove Springs. Pre-register by Sept. 20, $13 single, $20 couples. Michelle Alters, (904) 284-6355 or mdalters@ufl.edu.

GROWING AND CARING FOR BROMELIADS: Flower Show Judge and Master Gardener Dottie Hudson gives this presentation, Sept. 28 from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Fleming Island Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd. Co-sponsored by Garden Club of Fleming Island. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

YARD SALE: to benefit Waste Not Want Not, Oct. 1 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Orange Park Town Hall. Save the date to shop for great bargains or rent a 15'x15' space for $30 to sell your treasures. For details, www.wastenotflorida.com.

SOUL FOOD FESTIVAL: Celebrate the 15th Annual Soul Food Festival on Oct. 1 with a parade beginning at noon, Clay County Administration Building, Palmetto Avenue, Green Cove Springs. Become a vendor or participant, please visit www.greencovesprings.com for an application or call Felecia Hampshire, festival coordinator at (904) 622-7903.

BARK FOR LIFE: Canines and humans come together to raise awareness and funds as part of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life program. Oct. 15, Village Square gazebo, 2245 Plantation Center Dr., Fleming Island, 9 a.m.-noon with 8:30 a.m. registration. Fun, games, dress-up contests, food, and a walk to honor the lifelong contributions of canine caregivers to cancer patients and survivors. http://www.relayforlife.org/barkflemingislandfl or Pam Mylrea, 904-210-3502 for pet vendors.

HAUNTED HIKE: Gold Head Branch State Park hosts its seventh annual Haunted Hike, Oct. 15,

6239 State Road 21, Keystone Heights. Ticket sales begin at 7 p.m. with the hike starting at approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost for the hike will be $5 per person. Park is still looking for volunteers and haunters; call Wesley Collins at (352) 473-4701.

FOOD PANTRY GALA: “For I was hungry and you gave me food” Gala to benefit the Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs, Nov. 4, Sullivan Center, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, U.S. 17, Fleming Island. Sponsorships available. Wynema Lovell, (904) 284-5789.

CORKS & FORKS: To benefit St. Vincent’s Healthcare Foundation, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m., Club Continental, 2143 Astor St., Orange Park. Celebrate with a masquerade party and fine wine and foods. Info, (904) 308-7338.