PUBLIC MEETING: Northeast Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. NFCAA will hold a public meeting for the election of the representative of low-income people for the NFCAA Board of Directors of Clay County on Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm at 1543 Kingsley Ave. Suite 10, Orange Park. For further information contact Alterial Baker at 904-592-4838.

DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE: Meets 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.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Historical Society of Penney Farms meets Sept. 15 at 7 p.m., Council Chamber at Town Hall, 4100 Clark Ave. Guest Speaker Maude Jackson of Middleburg’s Hilltop Community presents “African American Schools of Clay County.”

TEEN COURT: Meets Sept. 15 and Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Clay County Historical Courthouse, 915 Walnut St., Green Cove Springs. Great opportunity for teens to volunteer and earn community service hours. Visit our website for dress code requirements, www.clayclerk.com, or call Debbie Mueller at (904) 278-3602 for more information.

COFFEE WITH A COP: Ask questions and meet members of the Clay County Sheriff’s Office at the Panera Bread, 1510 County Rd. 220, Fleming Island, Sept. 16 from 9-11 a.m.

POLITICS, PROFIT & PORTFOLIO: A panel discussion, Sept. 16, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Holiday Inn, 620 Wells Rd., Orange Park, moderated by Sen. Rob Bradley. This presentation will involve economic, social, and political trends that will impact business in the coming months. RSVP by Sept. 14 for $20 early bird price. Tickets can be purchased at www.claychamber.com.

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.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA: Jacksonville Society meets Sept. 17 at noon, Building 51, University of North Florida as Florin Curta, professor of medieval history and archaeology at the University of Florida, presents "Clay Pans and Pita Bread in Early Medieval Europe (6th to 7th century), from Spain to Eastern Europe." Parking is free.

AUDITIONS: Orange Park Community Theatre, 2900 Moody Ave., hosts auditions for the musical comedy, Bye Bye Birdie, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. and Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Weekend production dates will be Jan. 13-Feb. 3. Character descriptions are on OPCT Facebook page. Participants should prepare 16 bars with sheet music for live accompanist - No CD or digital music. Wear comfortable clothing for dance/movement. Headshots recommended. Info, Shelley Hayes shellblue60@hotmail.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.

HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY: Meets Sept. 21 at 9 a.m., County Commission Meeting Room, Fourth Floor, County Administration Building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. The public is invited to attend.

MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA N.E. Florida Chapter 18 takes RSVPs until Sept. 19 for its luncheon meeting on Sept. 21 beginning at 11 a.m. at the NAS Jacksonville Officers Club. Lunch will be served promptly at 11:30 a.m. by Monday, September 19, 2016. Capt. John O'Neil will discuss the "Bring Home The Adams" effort. RSVP, Dick Caldwell (904) 264-5589.

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.

2016 ANNUAL FALL OUTREACH: Social service agencies, faith-based groups and nonprofit organizations come together to provide services to low-income, disadvantaged and homeless people in Clay County, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., The Springs Church, 317 Blanding Blvd., transportation available by calling (904) 379-6208.

FLEA MARKET: Sept. 24 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m, Cross+Road Lutheran Church, 5101 Lakeshore Dr., Fleming Island. Space is paid with a 10 percent fee for goods sold. Sign up at www.crossroadlutheran.com.hit event then hit flea market register form fill it out and arrive on the 24th. Shirley West at (904) 923-4496.

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.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA: Amendment 2 pros and cons presentation and discussion, Clay County Democratic Party, Sept. 26 at 4 p.m. Speaker from United for Care will speak. Democratic Party Office, 868 Blanding Blvd., Suite 124 (Marshall's Plaza, near Dollar Tree). Come to learn and catch up on campaign activity as well. Info, claycountydp@gmail.com.

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, www.greencovesprings.com has application or call Felecia Hampshire, festival coordinator at (904) 622-7903.

PUMPKIN PATCH: Grand opening Oct. 1 from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.(Mondays-Saturdays) and noon- 8 p.m. on Sundays, Asbury United Methodist Church, corner of College Drive and Blanding Boulevard. Sales through Oct. 31. Children’s groups welcome for do-it-yourself face painting, themed photo areas, Story Telling by appointment. Info, (904) 272-0110.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Meets Oct. 4 at 7 p.m., Board of County Commissioners meeting room, fourth floor, administration building, 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs. The meeting is open to the public.

CHAMPIONS FOR MERCY: To benefit the nonprofit Mercy Support Services, Oct. 6 from 6-8:30 p.m., Thrasher-Horne Conference Center on the campus of St. Johns River State College, $100 per person with food, entertainment and auction items. RSVP (904) 297-4052.

“BATS IN MY BACKYARD!”: A special presentation at Camp Chowenwaw County Park, 1517 Ball Rd., Green Cove Springs, Oct. 16, Kiwita Nature Center exhibits open 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. At 1 p.m., Shari Blissett-Clark, president of the Florida Bat Conservancy will debunk myths and misconceptions about bats and will feature species commonly seen in Florida’s urbanized landscape.

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.

LADIES LIVE LAUGH LEARN LUNCH: Fundraiser to benefit philanthropic programs of Fleming Island Rotary Club. Oct. 22 from 8 a.m.- 2 p.m., Sullivan Hall, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 7190 U.S. Highway 17, Fleming Island. Choose three of six different classes ranging from Women’s Safety & Awareness to Furniture Refurbishing. $35, register at www.rotaryclubfi.org.

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.

GROVE PARK OAK HOLLOW CIVIC ASSOCIATION: The public is invited hear guest speak Diane Hutchings, chair of the Board of County Commissioners, Nov. 10 from 7-8:30 p.m., Orange Park Public Library, 2054 Plainfield Ave. Our association is not an HOA, but a nonprofit grassroots organization founded in 1982 to provide a voice for Grove Park and encourage community improvement.

CORKS & FORKS: 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.

GOLF TOURNAMENT: Benefit the Florida Youth Challenge Academy Foundation Inc., Nov. 21, St. Johns Golf & Country Club, 205 St. Johns Golf Dr., St. Augustine. Four person “Captain’s Choice,” $80 per player, includes range balls, golf cart, continental breakfast, lunch, prizes and more. Gold Level sponsors, $1000 and Silver Level sponsors are $500. Danny Brabham, (904) 571-0560 or Sheila Booth, (904) 859-7123.