Hello Havana friends. It’s Thursday, and spring is officially here. This week’s update is all about getting outside and enjoying what the season has to offer … from gardens and farms to local history and community events.
IFAS and Garden Club Plant Sales
The UF/IFAS Extension in Gadsden County is hosting its annual plant sale this weekend. It’s a great chance to pick up vegetables, herbs, flowers, and gardening advice straight from the extension team.
IFAS
9:00am-3:00pm
2140 W Jefferson St Quincy, FL
The Havana Garden Club Spring Plant Sale is also coming up on April 11 in front of the Havana Shade Tobacco Museum. Whether you’re planting a vegetable patch or adding color to your porch, this event has something for every gardener.
Havana Garden Club
8:30am-12:30pm
204 2nd St NW, Havana, FL 32333
Whitetail Hollow Farms Spring Event
Whitetail Hollow Farms is hosting a Spring Farm Day event this weekend, offering a hands-on look at farm life just northwest of town. Whitetail Hollow is a family-run operation on roughly 45 acres that focuses on sustainable farming, regenerative practices, and connecting people with where their food comes from.
What’s Included
Foraging walk with Billy Bailey (Old Ways Education) (AM or PM, pick one)
Guided farm tour led by Gigi and Jed Carroll (owners of Whitetail Hollow Farms)
Lunch included: 1 hamburger OR 1 hot dog per person + chips + cookie + water
Attendee-only plant sale access (plants sold separately; limited quantities)
Dry Conditions Continue
Even with a bit of rain lately, much of Florida—including Gadsden County—is still experiencing severe drought conditions. Fire risk remains elevated, and while there isn’t an official burn ban, local officials continue to urge extreme caution with outdoor burning or fire use until conditions improve.
Help Support the Havana Volunteer Fire Department and head over to Lashley Automotive for their annual car show and fundraiser.
10:00am-3pm
2726 Salem Rd. Havana, FL 32333
Havana Cigar Days Coming Later This Month
The Havana Cigar Days returns on April 25. Hosted by the Havana Heritage and History Society, this annual event highlights our town’s deep roots in the shade tobacco industry that once helped define Havana. It’s always a great way to explore local history and enjoy a day with friends and neighbors.
What’s Happening Around Town
With warmer weather here, community activity is picking up. From plant sales and farm events to our annual traditions and local markets, this is the time of year when folks start getting out more … meeting neighbors, supporting local growers, and celebrating life in Havana.
If you’ve got an event or community news to share for next week’s update, send it our way.
See you next Thursday.
Havana Hub