Willie Mae Stokes Community Center

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

05/10/2026

SPARC STEAM STATION #2

May 13 | 2:00–4:30 PM

Willie Mae Stokes Community Center
355 NW Eestalustee Ave, Micanopy, FL 32667

We are excited to announce the second session of SPARC STEAM STATION, bringing engaging STEM and art experiences to rural communities. Join us for a hands-on STEAM Pop-Up where participants can experiment, build, design, and create through interactive activity stations led by local artists and community partners.

Activities are primarily designed for middle school-aged youth and older; however, younger children are welcome to participate with parent or guardian supervision.

Funded by the Children's Trust of Alachua County

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing mothers. Thank you for the love, sacrifices, encouragement, and strength you pour into the children each and every day. Your support helps shape confident, resilient, and hopeful young people, and we are grateful to walk alongside you in that journey.

Today, we celebrate you and all that you do. We wish you a day filled with love, peace, and appreciation.

05/05/2026

Kindergarten enrollment kickoff is happening tomorrow.

Just a reminder that the Kindergarten Kick-Off is this Wednesday, May 6 for all schools that serve kindergarten students. For all but one of those schools, the Kick-Off will start at 2:15 pm. For the new Oak View K-8 School in Newberry, it will begin at 3:30 pm. This is a great opportunity for incoming kindergarteners and their families to talk to teachers and staff, tour the campus and learn more about their school.

And remember, school attendance boundaries are changing for the upcoming school year. Check out the maps at alachuaschools.net/ourschoolsfutureready for more information.

05/03/2026

With Dream Makers – I'm on a streak! I've been a top fan for 4 months in a row. 🎉

05/03/2026

To everyone who supported the community center during the Amazing Give—whether you gave, shared, prayed, or intended to give—we appreciate you.

Every act of generosity, big or small, helps us continue serving our students, families, and community with care.

From our Board of Directors, Executive Director Bishop Christopher Stokes, and team—thank you for believing in this work and the people we serve.

With gratitude, thank you.💛

04/30/2026

🎟 Don’t forget to grab your tickets from your homeroom teacher!

This Saturday is the BIG night 🎉
You don’t want to be the one hearing about all the fun on Monday 😏

💃🕺 Come dance, hang out with friends, and make it a night to remember!

👉 Don’t miss out — get your ticket tomorrow ✅

04/29/2026

⏳ 2 Days Away — Be Part of Something Amazing!

On April 30, join us for The Amazing Give—a powerful day of community, compassion, and collective impact.

At the Willie Mae Stokes Community and Resource Center, we are on the frontlines every day supporting approximately 2,000 students each year and hundreds of families with essential services, education, and critical social support.

From helping students succeed in school to connecting families with resources like food, stability, and care—this work changes lives.

And it only happens because of YOU.

No gift is too small. Every dollar is a step toward stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures.

👉 Give. Share. Support.
🌐 www.TheAmazingGive.org
🕗 April 30 | 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Together, we can continue showing up where it matters most.

04/25/2026

💊 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Free & anonymous disposal of unused or expired medications

📅 Saturday, April 25 | ⏰ 10AM – 2PM
📍 Ocala Police Department HQ, 402 S. Pine Ave

Dispose safely & help protect your community.