Upcoming
White Springs Historic Guided Tour, By Appointment
Where: start/finish at the Tourism Center
Reserve a private tour by calling Suwannee Hardware and Feed at (386) 397-2551
A 2 hour walking tour of the Historic district of White Springs.
Click here for more information.
Reserve a private tour by calling Suwannee Hardware and Feed at (386) 397-2551
A 2 hour walking tour of the Historic district of White Springs.
Click here for more information.
Opening Ernest M. Lee Art Gallery, August 4, 2025
When, August 4, 2025 (exhibit continues through August)
Where: White Springs Library
Artist Ernest M. Lee, often referred to as Florida's Van Gogh, is known for his robust impasto style, characterized by vibrant colors.
White Springs Library has been honored to present Mr. Ernest M. Lee's beautiful and unique artworks, depicting life in the South and its rustic culture, in our very first Art Gallery. Stop by anytime during our open hours (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) on August 4th to see Lee's artwork adorning the walls of our library and learn more about his artwork and life story.
Where: White Springs Library
Artist Ernest M. Lee, often referred to as Florida's Van Gogh, is known for his robust impasto style, characterized by vibrant colors.
White Springs Library has been honored to present Mr. Ernest M. Lee's beautiful and unique artworks, depicting life in the South and its rustic culture, in our very first Art Gallery. Stop by anytime during our open hours (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) on August 4th to see Lee's artwork adorning the walls of our library and learn more about his artwork and life story.
Library Card Sign-up Month
September 1 - 30
Gaming Club Ages 8-11, September 9, 2025 (RSVP requested)
When, September 9, 2025
Where: White Springs Library
Kids and Teens, get ready to level up your gaming experience at the library! If you love gaming or are interested in joining a community of young gamers - join our Gaming Club for ages 8-11 (Sept 9th at 5:00PM) and 12-17 (Sept 23rd at 5:00PM), available consoles are PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Call to register at 386-397-1389
RSVP to join!
Where: White Springs Library
Kids and Teens, get ready to level up your gaming experience at the library! If you love gaming or are interested in joining a community of young gamers - join our Gaming Club for ages 8-11 (Sept 9th at 5:00PM) and 12-17 (Sept 23rd at 5:00PM), available consoles are PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Call to register at 386-397-1389
RSVP to join!
Emergency Preparedness, September 10, 2025
When: September 10 at 1:00 PM
Where: White Springs Library
Where: White Springs Library
Career Source, September 11, 2025
When: September 11 at 1:00 - 4:00 PM PM
Where: White Springs Library
Where: White Springs Library
Old-Time Music Weekend, September 12, 2025 11:00 AM
When, September 12, 2025
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
REGISTER
EVENT DETAILS:
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 17th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 12-14, 2025, on the banks of the historic Suwannee River.
This three-day event offers concerts, jams, and in-depth instruction in old time music techniques on the banjo, guitar, and fiddle.
Concert Tickets are available in advance by clicking the Registration button. Advanced tickets are recommended.
Instructors include Ashlee Watkins, Andrew Small, Connor Vliestra, Buz Sibley, Michael Godwin, Phil Levy, Sarah Carleton, Kevin Moran, Mary Allgire, and Chuck Levy.
Meals will not be provided this year. Please plan accordingly.
CAMPING: Your completed registration makes you eligible to sign up for a limited number of campsites reserved for participants.
On-Site Camping cost for 2 nights is $66.64 (includes tax and fees).
The purchase of concert tickets alone does not meet the eligibility requirements for the use of the reserved campsites.
For more information and camping reservations, please call or email Ranger Kim Rivers.
(386)397-1920 kimberly.a.rivers@FloridaDEP.gov
Other Lodging Information: lakecityfl.com
Please feel free to contact Kim if you have any questions.
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
REGISTER
EVENT DETAILS:
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 17th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 12-14, 2025, on the banks of the historic Suwannee River.
This three-day event offers concerts, jams, and in-depth instruction in old time music techniques on the banjo, guitar, and fiddle.
Concert Tickets are available in advance by clicking the Registration button. Advanced tickets are recommended.
Instructors include Ashlee Watkins, Andrew Small, Connor Vliestra, Buz Sibley, Michael Godwin, Phil Levy, Sarah Carleton, Kevin Moran, Mary Allgire, and Chuck Levy.
Meals will not be provided this year. Please plan accordingly.
- Concerts: Friday and Saturday Night – $20.00Attend both Friday and Saturday Night Concerts
- Friday Concert – $10.00
- Friday or Sunday Tuition – $60.00
- Saturday Concert – $10.00
- Saturday Only Tuition – $120.00
CAMPING: Your completed registration makes you eligible to sign up for a limited number of campsites reserved for participants.
On-Site Camping cost for 2 nights is $66.64 (includes tax and fees).
The purchase of concert tickets alone does not meet the eligibility requirements for the use of the reserved campsites.
For more information and camping reservations, please call or email Ranger Kim Rivers.
(386)397-1920 kimberly.a.rivers@FloridaDEP.gov
Other Lodging Information: lakecityfl.com
Please feel free to contact Kim if you have any questions.
Kids Art Class, September 12, 2025
When: September 12 at 3:00 PM
Where: White Springs Library
Where: White Springs Library
Community Street Sale, September 13, 2025
When: Saturday, September 13, 2025 8 am - 2 pm
Where: Bridge St in front of Suwannee Hardware & Feed
Where: Bridge St in front of Suwannee Hardware & Feed
Girls Who Code, Grades 6-12, September 15, 2025 (RSVP requested)
When, September 15, 2025, 3:00PM
Where: White Springs Library
If you have a girl in school grades 3rd - 12th with an interest in videogaming, the internet, or coding be sure to have them join our Girls Who Code program to learn the basics of coding and the value of sisterhood. Girls in grades 3rd - 5th will meet September 15th at 3:00PM and girls in grades 6th - 12th will meet September 18th at 3:00PM.
Where: White Springs Library
If you have a girl in school grades 3rd - 12th with an interest in videogaming, the internet, or coding be sure to have them join our Girls Who Code program to learn the basics of coding and the value of sisterhood. Girls in grades 3rd - 5th will meet September 15th at 3:00PM and girls in grades 6th - 12th will meet September 18th at 3:00PM.
Bingo, September 16, 2025
When, September 16, 2025
Where: White Springs Library
Where: White Springs Library
Community Resource Fair, September 18, 2025
When, September 18, 2025
Where: White Springs Library
Bringing together local organizations and programs that care about you and your community! Meet providers that serve your area and learn how they can support you and your family at the Community Resource Fair on September 18 at 10:00AM.
Where: White Springs Library
Bringing together local organizations and programs that care about you and your community! Meet providers that serve your area and learn how they can support you and your family at the Community Resource Fair on September 18 at 10:00AM.
Homeschool Group, September 17, 2025
When, September 17, 2025
Where: White Springs Library
Where: White Springs Library
Anime Club, September 17, 2025
When, September 19, 2025, 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Where: White Springs Library
Where: White Springs Library
Girls Who Code, Grades 3-5, September 18, 2025 (RSVP requested)
When, September 18, 2025, 3:00PM
Where: White Springs Library
If you have a girl in school grades 3rd - 12th with an interest in videogaming, the internet, or coding be sure to have them join our Girls Who Code program to learn the basics of coding and the value of sisterhood. Girls in grades 3rd - 5th will meet September 15th at 3:00PM and girls in grades 6th - 12th will meet September 18th at 3:00PM.
Where: White Springs Library
If you have a girl in school grades 3rd - 12th with an interest in videogaming, the internet, or coding be sure to have them join our Girls Who Code program to learn the basics of coding and the value of sisterhood. Girls in grades 3rd - 5th will meet September 15th at 3:00PM and girls in grades 6th - 12th will meet September 18th at 3:00PM.
Gaming Club Ages 12-17, September 23, 2025 (RSVP requested)
When, September 23, 2025
Where: White Springs Library
Kids and Teens, get ready to level up your gaming experience at the library! If you love gaming or are interested in joining a community of young gamers - join our new Gaming Club for ages 8-11 (Aug 5th at 5:00PM) and 12-17 (Aug 19th at 5:00PM), available consoles are PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Call to register at 386-397-1389
RSVP to join!
Where: White Springs Library
Kids and Teens, get ready to level up your gaming experience at the library! If you love gaming or are interested in joining a community of young gamers - join our new Gaming Club for ages 8-11 (Aug 5th at 5:00PM) and 12-17 (Aug 19th at 5:00PM), available consoles are PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Call to register at 386-397-1389
RSVP to join!
Fly Tying, September 24, 2025 (RSVP requested)
When, September 24, 2025
Where: White Springs Library
If you have a passion for fishing or a knack for lost arts, join Mark and Larry at White Springs Library for their Fly Fishing Class on August 20th at 10:30AM to learn how to tie a beginner fly and learn fly casting.
Everyone is welcome to attend the demonstration! Please note that supplies are limited, so only a few participants will be able to practice casting and tying hands-on.
Call and RSVP to secure your spot!
Where: White Springs Library
If you have a passion for fishing or a knack for lost arts, join Mark and Larry at White Springs Library for their Fly Fishing Class on August 20th at 10:30AM to learn how to tie a beginner fly and learn fly casting.
Everyone is welcome to attend the demonstration! Please note that supplies are limited, so only a few participants will be able to practice casting and tying hands-on.
Call and RSVP to secure your spot!
Right To Know Day, September 26, 2025
When, September 26, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: White Springs Library
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Where: White Springs Library
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SPSilent Movie, September 29, 2025
When, September 29, 2025, 2:00 PM
Where: White Springs Library
September 29th is National Silent Movie Day. To celebrate, join White Springs Public Library in enjoying "The Cameraman" and other silent films to learn about the history of silent film at Silent Film Day on September 29th at 2:00PM.
Where: White Springs Library
September 29th is National Silent Movie Day. To celebrate, join White Springs Public Library in enjoying "The Cameraman" and other silent films to learn about the history of silent film at Silent Film Day on September 29th at 2:00PM.
The Power of Clicker Training, September 30, 2025
When, September 30, 2025, 5:00 PM
Where: White Springs Library
To celebrate National Pet Tricks Day on September 30th, we will be hosting The Power of Clicker Training at 5:00PM to teach the importance of training your pets and how easy it is to do through clicker training. Please note, performing animals have a mind of their own and may not be able to perform on the day of the presentation. In this case, a video will be displayed while the presentation continues.
For ages 12+. Call to RSVP at (386) 397-1389.
Where: White Springs Library
To celebrate National Pet Tricks Day on September 30th, we will be hosting The Power of Clicker Training at 5:00PM to teach the importance of training your pets and how easy it is to do through clicker training. Please note, performing animals have a mind of their own and may not be able to perform on the day of the presentation. In this case, a video will be displayed while the presentation continues.
For ages 12+. Call to RSVP at (386) 397-1389.
Community Street Sale, October 11, 2025
When: Saturday, October 11, 2025 8 am - 2 pm
Where: Bridge St in front of Suwannee Hardware & Feed
Where: Bridge St in front of Suwannee Hardware & Feed
Stephen Foster 75th Anniversary Gala, October 4, 2025
When: October 4, 2025, 6:30 pm
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Picture an elegant garden party nestled among the oaks beside the beautiful bell tower. Pianists specially trained to play the bells will provide music as guests arrive. The dance floor will be laid beneath your feat and the giant tent will be adorned with white twinkling lights and beautiful live plants to create garden magic. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and a multitude of beverages will be provided. A dessert table filled with a plethora of desserts will enticee attendees.
Groups of tables will be elegantly decorated with themes to feature some of Stephen Foster’s most beloved songs.
A brief program will highlight a bit of history of our beloved park.
The dance floor will open and Lili Forbes and The Funky Taters will close out the evening with live music and dancing. “Lili can’t shake the Caribbean from her bones.” Hailing from St Maarten, she and The Taters bring life to music merging reggae, jazz, calypso and gospel in their sound. Put on your dancing shoes for a night out, the evening promises to be an event not to be missed!
Come celebrate with us!
Click here to Register or more information
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Picture an elegant garden party nestled among the oaks beside the beautiful bell tower. Pianists specially trained to play the bells will provide music as guests arrive. The dance floor will be laid beneath your feat and the giant tent will be adorned with white twinkling lights and beautiful live plants to create garden magic. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and a multitude of beverages will be provided. A dessert table filled with a plethora of desserts will enticee attendees.
Groups of tables will be elegantly decorated with themes to feature some of Stephen Foster’s most beloved songs.
A brief program will highlight a bit of history of our beloved park.
The dance floor will open and Lili Forbes and The Funky Taters will close out the evening with live music and dancing. “Lili can’t shake the Caribbean from her bones.” Hailing from St Maarten, she and The Taters bring life to music merging reggae, jazz, calypso and gospel in their sound. Put on your dancing shoes for a night out, the evening promises to be an event not to be missed!
Come celebrate with us!
Click here to Register or more information
Quilt Show & Sale, October 17 - 19 2025
When, October 17 - 19, 2025
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Fat Tire Festival, October 23 - 26, 2025
When: Thursday - Sunday, October 23 - 26, 2025
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Check out https://suwanneebike.org/events/ftf.php for the latest information.
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Check out https://suwanneebike.org/events/ftf.php for the latest information.
Rural Folklife Days, October 30 2025
When: October 30, 2020
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Where: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center SP
Sugar Cane Festival, November 8, 2025
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025. 9 am to 4 pm
Where: Suwannee Hardware & Feed, Bridge St
Where: Suwannee Hardware & Feed, Bridge St