The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - January 14, 2009
Community Events & Meetings
AARP Safe Driving Classes
Speed Kills! Year 2007 in Citrus County 963 crashes, 1006 injuries, 23 fatalities. If
More than loaves and fishes
stopped for speeding 10 to 14 over the posted limit, $163.50 penalty. Driving 20 to 29 over the
The Unitarian Universalists are busy baking cookies and cakes as well as bread, and
limit, $213.50 penalty.
cleaning out their closets. Their annual bake, book and yard sale will take place over two days
Take an AARP Driver Safety class as a refresher. Check with your insurance carrier to ask
at their new church in Citrus Springs – 7633 No Florida Rd (rte 41, just north of the Holder
if you are entitled to an insurance discount. Course fee is $14, for AARP members $12.
intersection with 491). In addition to the delicious pastries and household bargains, hot dogs
To register for a class, call the listed instructor. For information regarding future classes
and drinks will be sold at lunchtime. The broad selection of low priced books also will tempt
contact Charlie Lucente at 352-726-0753.
you. Come browse and snack from 11-4 Friday Jan 23 and 8-2 on Sat. Jan 24.
Crystal River, Homosassa area Jan. 22 and 23: 12:30 PM at Seven Rivers Regional Medical
Center, Medical Offices Building, Ste. 2A Community Room, 6201 N. Suncoast Blvd., Crystal
Community Leaders Involved In Murder Mystery
River. Call Hedda Smith at 527-8144
“The body of famed technological giant Peter Petulant, 56, was found early this
Jan. 27 and 28: 1:00 PM at Coastal Regional Library, 8619 W. Crystal Street, Crystal River. Call
morning in the plush Presidential Car of the Petulant Express, the name given to the stream-
Lou Harmin at 564-0933
lined train he designed and help make world famous. Reports indicate that Petulant was
Feb. 2 and 3: 9:00 a.m. at Seventh Day Adventist Church, 5863 W. Cardinal Street. Homosassa.
murdered.”
Call Arty Appelbaum at 382-3272
The mystery will unfold at the Historic Depot in Dunnellon on February 7 at 7:00 pm.
Beverly Hills and Lecanto Jan.17 and 24: 10:30 a.m. at Central Ridge Library, 425 W. Roosevelt
“This is a great opportunity for those in attendance to try and figure out who murdered Peter
Blvd., Beverly Hills. Call Kathie Lund at 527-4853 Two Saturday classes
Petulant,” explained play organizer John Taylor. “Some of our finest local talent will be mas-
Jan. 28 and 30: noon at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Life Center, 6 Roosevelt Blvd.,
querading as the possible killer offering clues and innuendos of guilt to the audience. It will
Beverly Hills. Call Matt Curley at 746-7916
take a quick and inquisitive mind to solve the murder,” he added.
Feb. 10 and 12: 8:15 a.m. at Beverly Hills Recreation Center, 77 Civic Circle. Call Theresa
Tickets for the evening performance are $15.00 each with light hor d'orves and drinks
Williams at 746-9497
included in the ticket price. Door prices will be announced throughout the evening with all
Inverness, Hernando Jan. 31 and Feb. 7: 10:15 AM at Lakes Region Library, 1511 Druid Road,
proceeds to benefit the Dunnellon Historic Depot. For more information or ticket information
Inverness Call Rhoda Kylis at 341-2154 Two Saturday classes
call Taylor at (352) 489-1151.
Feb. 10 and 11: 9:00 a.m. at Citrus Memorial Health Systems Share Club Auditorium. Corner of
The 2nd Annual Green Thumb Plant Show
Grace and Osceola, Inverness. Call Don Slough at 344-4003 Feb. 17 and 18: 9:00 AM at
Slated for Sat. March 28 from 9am to 4 pm in Dunnellon’s quaint Historic Village.
Inverness Elks Lodge, 3580 Lemon Street, Hernando. Call Bob Dicker at 527-2366
Plant and garden seminars will be offered throughout the day at the stage while native plants,
Chiefland and Williston Jan. 26 and 27: 9:00 AM at Williston City Hall, 50 N. Main Street,
shrub, roses, herbs, orchids and tree vendors line the street selling their wares.The show
Williston. Call Linda Cochran at (352)493-1742
takes place on the lawns and sidewalks of antique, gift shops and eateries in the small town
Feb. 23 and 24: 9 a.m. at Haven Hospice, 310 NE 9th Street, Chiefland. Call Linda Cochran at
shopping district that hosts frequent events for the community. Nearby on the Rainbow &
(352)493-1742.
Withlacoochee Rivers, Singing River Tours takes attendees on pontoon boat rides complete
South Levy Little League Registration Dates
with original guitar music performed on board. Airboat rides also available as are kayak and
Registration dates and times are as follows, at the Food Ranch Plaza (look for our
canoe trips for the outdoor adventurer.
table) for kids ages 4 to 18 that live in our boundaries. Sat. Jan. 10th - 10am to 1pm; Fri. Jan 16th
Marion County Master Gardeners Plant Clinic will be on hand to answer gardening
- 4pm to 7pm: Sat. Jan. 17th - 10am to 1pm; Mon. Jan 19th - 10am to 1pm (no school) Sat. Jan
questions and soil samples will be received for a free analysis. For more information contact
24th - 10am to 1pm.
Nancy at The Grumbles House (352) 465-1460.
Deadline to register is Jan. 28th. All paperwork and fees must be turned in by then to
Levy County Republicans Monthly Meeting
guarantee your child a uniform and placement on a team by opening day. **We are extending
The monthly meeting of the Levy County Republican Executive Committee will be held on
the deadline until Jan. 31St..** Here's is what you need to bring to registration: 1) Birth
Monday, January 26, 2009 at Bubbaque’s Restaurant in Chiefland formally known as Bell’s.
certificate 2) 3 proofs of residence- 3) parent of guardian must be present at registration.
We will start with food and fellowship at 6:30pm then the meeting at 7pm. All Republicans are
Fees: Major, Junior, Senior-Baseball & Softball $25.00 Minor and T-Ball $20.00 each
welcome to join us. If you have any questions please call George or Nancy at (352) 486-0036.
additional family member $2.00. Try outs - January 31, 2009 at South Levy Park.
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Continuing Education Classes For Fun,
Rivals
Friends And Knowledge!
River Retreat Spa
River
6015 Hwy. 40W
“College classes, again?” many say, when they think of Central Florida Community
Yankeetown, Florida
College. Many residents in our community may not be aware of the various non-credit classes
439 W. Hwy. 40 • Inglis
352-447-2505
that are available right here in Citrus County at CFCC! Not only can one attend classes that do
VISA & MC • 447-6147 • OPEN at 10:00 a.m.
not contribute to any college degree program, but the Adult Continuing Education classes do
Cuts • Hair Color • Facials
WEDNESDAYS:
not have residency requirements. If you are a snowbird, a resident, or if you have just moved
Masques • Peels
Ladies Night - Half Off
here, the Citrus Campus has many classes that are fun, interesting, and available for a small
Permanent Make-Up
Manicures • Pedicures • Acrylics
fee.
FRIDAY Night, January 23:
Mini & Hourly Massage
If you are concerned about finding time in your schedule, adult continuing educa-
Tanning • Exercise
tion classes do not run for a semester similar to the credit courses. Continuing Education
Pappa Sass Band
Barber & Clipper Cuts
classes may run for one day or vary in length.
Redken, Rusk & Chi Products
This allows YOU the flexibility to find classes to fit into YOUR schedule.
SATURDAY Night, January 24:
Start Exercising in the New Year!
Central Florida Community College wants our residents to have an outlet to learn,
Pappa Sass Band
Gym Membership - Buy 2 months &
and have fun in an environment that brings our community together! The Citrus Campus is
Get 1 month FREE! (expires 1-31-09)
conveniently located and is “user-friendly”.
Stop by our campus at 3800 S. Lecanto Highway and pick up our continuing educa-
Bubba’s Fin & Feather
tion schedule or call us at 352 249-1210, as our friendly, helpful staff is waiting to answer your
questions or discuss our upcoming schedule.
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