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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 17 2012 3:42PM
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Herry's Market Day, an outdoor flea market, gets underway 8a.m., the last Saturday of each month, on the grounds of the Hospice Thrift Shoppe, on Periwinkle Lane, in Homosassa.
That is located right behind Wendy's, and Auto Zone, east of Highway 19.
February's market is Saturday.
In an effort to establish the market, free, but a limited amount, of vendor spaces are available.
Call 527-2020 for information.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 17 2012 3:41PM
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Singing Tree, a duo of hammer dulcimer and double bass preform 2:30, Sunday, March 4th at Nature Coast Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship, on Florida Avenue, near Holder.
Tickets are $10. Reservations are encouraged.
Call 746-0655.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 17 2012 3:39PM
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Dinner theater show dates are February 23rd through 25th–that's Thursday through Saturday at the Lecanto High School cafeteria.
The show features 16 talented singers doing classic show tunes, in a Broadway review.
Lasgnais on the menu.
Dinner is six. Shows start at seven.
Dinner and show is $20. Show only is $10. Student tickets are $6.
You can get them online at lecantodrama. Blogspot.com., or call the box office at 746-2334.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 17 2012 3:37PM
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Citrus YMCA is taking reservations for it's Spring Break Camp, March 12th-16th.
The camp, at First Presbyterian Church, in Inverness, features games crafts, sports and field trips. It begins at 7a.m., for working parents and pick up extends until 5:30p.m. daily.
The camp is open to youths ages 5-12. Registration deadline is March 5th. Cost is $80. Financial assistance is available.
Call 637-0132.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 17 2012 3:35PM
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Citrus Builder's annual Jim Blackshear Golf Outing is March 10th at Inverness Golf and Country Club.
Registration is $60. It gets underway at 7a.m., with a shotgun start at eight.
Player and sponsor registrations are open now.
You can register online at CitrusBuilders.com, in pwerson at the CCBA office, in Lecanto, or by calling 746-9028
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 14 2012 11:29AM
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A dinner theater murder/ mystery /comedy, "The Last Dance of Dr. Driscol," benefitting CASA of Citrus, has three March performances, at the ensemble ballroom, of Central Ridge Community Center in Beverly Hills.
The dates are Friday, March 9th, Saturday, the 10th and Sunday, the 11th.
Dinner is partof the package.
For reservations or more information, call 212-5417.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 14 2012 11:28AM
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Floral City Linear Park is closed for construction February 20th through the 22nd.
Crews are installing a new drain field for the park septic system.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 14 2012 11:27AM
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Folk duo, Patchouli headlines the March 2nd Woodview Coffee House, at Unity Church on Woodview Lane in Lecanto.
Twelve years of touring has made this classically trained duo into a legendary group. They combine elements of folk, pop, flamenco and jazz.
Doors open at 6:30. Admission is $7.00.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 14 2012 11:24AM
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The cause of toxic algae outbreaks is topic when Florida Water Coalition meets , 7p.m., March 15th in the Florida Room at Homosassa Wildlife Park.
The meeting is free and open to the public.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:22PM
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Citrus County Cruisers hold their 28th Manatee Car and Truck Show, Sunday, March 4th, at Crystal Automotive, on Highway 19, in Homosassa.
The judged show, rain or shine, for 1987 models, and older, offers top 50 awards plus best of show, best paint, best engine and best interior.
Registration is $15 advance, $20 on the day of the show.
Vendors are welcome. Call 795-3652.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:21PM
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Nature Coast Bass Anglers host an Open Bass Tournament, from dawn to 3p.m., Saturday, March 17th, on Lake Rousseau.
B.A.S.S. rules apply. Entry is $40 per boat.
For more information call 257-5210.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:20PM
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Habitat for Humanity's annual "Building Dreams Wine and Food Paring," is 6p.m., Thursday, March 8th, at the Skyview Clubhouse in Terra Vista.
The event includes auctions and benefits Habitat for Humanity.
Tickets are $50advance, $60 at the door.
For tickets or information, call 563-2744.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:19PM
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"Quarter Mania," a quarter auction, for Park Lane jewelry, to benefit Big Brothers/ Big Sisters, is six to eight, Thursday, March 15th, at Tuscany on the Meadows, at Citrus Hills Lodge in Hernando.
Tickets are $15 and include beverage an appetizers.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:18PM
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International Baccalaureate Parent Organization meets, 6:30p.m., Tuesday, February 21st, in the Lecanto High School cafeteria. |
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:16PM
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Fire/Rescue division, of the Sheriff's Office, is enhancing service to Citrus residents, responding to a wider range of medical calls.
This is in addition to critical life saving calls.
Sheriff, Jeff Dawsey, and fire officials, say this will shave crucial seconds from response times, especially in remote areas.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 10 2012 3:13PM
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Meals on Wheels holds a benefit golf tourney Saturday, March24th, at Seven Rivers Golf and Country Club.
All proceeds help feed hungry seniors in Citrus.
To sponsor or enter call 527-5975.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 3 2012 1:46PM
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Parks and Recreation presents Belly Dance classes, for beginners and others, February 7th, through the 21st, at Homosassa Lions Club.
For more information call 796-4645.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 3 2012 1:45PM
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Citrus Memorial Heart Center holds a Heart Health Fair, nine to one, Saturday, February 25th, at their Sugarmill Woods location, in Homosassa.
The event offers free cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure and body mass screenings, as well as lots of information and support groups.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 3 2012 1:44PM
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A free youth rally to prevent bullying, is seven to nine, Saturday, March 9th, at Church of the Springs in Ocala.
Nationally known keynote speaker, Tony Bartoli addresses the bullied, the bystander and the bully.
The event is followedup by a $49 one-day conference, at the Ocala Hilton, March 10th
For more information call (352) 484-7433.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 3 2012 1:43PM
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A free fishing clinic for kids, is Saturday, February 25th at Ft. Island Trail Park.
The event is jointly sponsored by Parks and Recreation and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
The clinic is for ages five through 15. Pre-registration is required.
You can pre-register online at citruscountyparks.com.
More information is available at 527-7540.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 3 2012 1:40PM
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United Way holds an informal seminar, "Hernando County's 2-1-1, Get Connected/Get Answers," is March 29th," for non-profits, serving Hernando residents.
The seminar is at Career Central, 7361 Forest Oaks Blvd., in Spring Hill.
Participants should bring laptops for hands on instruction.
Only 65 seats are available. Reserve one, or get more information at 688-2026.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 3 2012 1:30PM
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The musical play "When Elvis Came to Town" returns to the Historical Inverness Courthouse, April 20th through the 22nd.
Tickets are $25. They go on sale February 20th. Call 341-6427.
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by Renee McDougall, posted Feb 2 2012 2:23PM
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Friends of Citrus Library system , hold their annual recycled book sale, March 9th through the 13th, at Citrus County Auditorium.
Used books are sold for $5.
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