The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - October 26, 2011
Community Events & Meetings
Wildlife Park Seeking Entries for Haunted Tram Rides
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and the Friends of Homosassa Springs
Wildlife Park are seeking area businesses and organizations to participate in their annual
Haunted Halloween
Haunted Tram Rides community event scheduled for Friday, October 28 and Saturday, Oc-
Crystal River Preserve State Park, Crystal River,Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28 and
tober 29, 2011. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. each evening, and run until 11:00 p.m.
29, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Special early event for children under 12: Saturday, Oct. 28th, 2011- 4
Pepper Creek Trail will be transformed during these evenings into a trail of haunting sce-
p.m. to 7 p.m. For grownups who like to be really scared, the gate will be open from 8 p.m.
narios that will delight families. Guidelines and applications are available at the Park of-
to 11 p.m. both nights along with a non-frightening children’s event on Saturday from 4
fice. There will be no charge to sponsor a location and all locations will be judged for cash
p.m. to 7 p.m. Evening gate admission is a $5 donation to the Friends group, and includes a
awards for first ($500), second ($300) and third place ($100). Please call Susan Strawbridge
“Terrifying Tram Tour” through the fearsome forest, a “Pirate Boat Ride” down the creepy
at (352) 628-5445, ext. 1002.
Crystal River, and a “Zombie Haunted House.” “Mortuary Photography,” popular in the
Citrus County Genealogical Society
19th century, will again be available in cooperation with Florida Public Archaeology Net-
The Citrus County Genealogical Society will meet November 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the
work.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3474 W. Southern St., Lecanto. The speaker,
Advance tickets are available at the Park Visitors Center. Admission will be $5 for
Roger Carlton Sherman, vice-president of the Hernando County Historical Preservation So-
adults and children age 12 and under are free. Admission to the haunted house is $5. For
ciety, will present “Genealogy Reflected in Heraldry.” The evolution of a modern coat of
more information, call 352.563.0450.
arms being developed from symbols of your heritage will be discussed. Guests are welcome
Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair
to attend. For questions call Mary Ann Machonkin at 382-5515.
The Council of Catholic Women of Our Lady of Grace Church, 6 Roosevelt Blvd.,
Kings Bay 5k Run
Beverly Hills, is hosting its annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair in the Parish Life Cen-
Runners and walkers of all fitness levels are invited to participate in the Seven Riv-
ter: Friday, October 28, 9AM to 3 PM; Saturday, October 29, 9 AM to 3 PM; and Sunday,
ers Regional Kings Bay 5K on Saturday, November 5, 2011. The race begins at 7:30 a.m. at
October 30, 9AM to 2 PM. Other crafters displaying their wares will be Stretchies by Judith
Hunter Springs Park in Crystal River; registration and packet pickup starts at 6:30 a.m.
LLC, Embroidery Etc. by Barb, Jewelry Designs by Beth, BJ Crafts One Stroke Painting,
Pre-registered athletes are guaranteed a race T-shirt and a free ticket to the Stone
Katydid Enterprises and Chocolates by Vanessa. Refreshments will be available. For more
Crab Jam. Pre-registration fee is $20; race day registration fee is $25; Citrus Road Runners
information contact Fran Wagner at 527-0723 or Kathleen Agiesta at 746-2660.
Adult Club Member pre-registration fee is $18.
Fall Festival, Homosassa Oct. 28 - ALL FREE
Kings Bay 5K is organized by Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center and Citrus
Fall Festival - The First Baptist Church of Old Homosassa invites everyone to
Road Runners. The 2011 presenting sponsor is Crystal Automotive. All race sponsorship
attend their Fall Festival that will be held on Fri., Oct. 28, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. - a great
monies benefit the Y in Citrus County.
substitute for Halloween! Please join us for Tons of Family Fun, with games, prizes, candy,
Door prizes, refreshments and entertainment are provided for athletes and guests.
inflatables and live music. EVERYTHING IS FREE! The church is located at 10540 W.
Read about more events on our website:
Yulee Dr. in Old Homosassa (west of Hwy. 19). For additional information, please call (352)
628-3858. Visit our website www.fbchommosassa.org
http://www.thenewscaster.com, Go to the new events page
Our Pub
Street Dancin’ in Crystal River, Nov. 5, at Stone Crab Jam
The fourth-annual Stone Crab Jam, presented by the Kings Bay Rotary Club, will
be held on Sat., Nov. 5, from 4:00 pm until 11:00 pm, in Crystal River at W. Citrus Ave., 5th
Ave. and Kings Bay Park. There will be numerous live bands, with dancing in the streets,
vendors, crafters, great local food, including stone crab claws, along with wine and beer.
Restaurant, Lounge
There will be a Chowder Cook-Off with big payoffs to winners: 1st ($500), 2nd ($200) and
& Package Store
3rd ($100). Music will be presented on three stages. Call Bonnie at 352-697-2725 for coo-
koff entry information. General admission is $5 per person, 6 admissions for $25, or $50 per
VIP ticket with many added perks. Advance tickets may be purchased from a Rotary Club
253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL
member or at the Military Outlet, located at 550 N. Citrus Ave.
Flea Market Planned for Dunnellon
1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19
The Altar and Rosary Society of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church will be hold-
In a Hurry? Call Ahead (352) 447-2406
ing their annual Flea Market on Saturday, November 5, from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. in Father Stege-
Open M,W,Th 11a-12mid, F-S til 1am • Closed Tues.
man hall, located at the corner of Hwy. 41 and Hwy. 40 in Dunnellon.
Hundred of items will be for sale including the famous boutique table. Plan to at-
Everything Made to Order
tend this community event.
River Retreat Spa
Fresh-Made Salads: Antipasta, Chicken, Chef & Shrimp
Specials, Homemade Soups, Chowders & Chili
6015 Highway 40 West
Yankeetown, Florida • (352) 447-2505
Steaks & Seafood Pasta Dishes with Homemade Sauces
Hand-Pressed Hamburgers Cooked Your Way
Cuts & Color • Barber & Clipper Cuts
Redken, Rusk & Chi Products
Wings, Subs & Clubs
Masques • Peels • Facials • Permanent Make-Up
Manicures • Pedicures • Acrylics
Pizza, Calzones & Oven-Baked
Tanning & Exercise • Massage License MM19077
Subs after 4 pm
EXERCISE GYM
Saturday: Prime Rib after 4 pm
Buy 1 Month,
Bring a Friend FREE!
Special Drinks Made to Order
Watch Free Movies While You Exercise!
Buddy & Fred's Hardware
Captains Cove Outfitters
Randy Alumbaugh
42 Hwy 19 N. - Inglis,FL - 352-447-2600
39 W. Highway 40 -  Inglis, Florida
Construction, Inc.
(352) 447-5610, 283-0492 or 283-0493
Hours: M-F 8-6 - Sat. 8-4 Est. 1983
New Homes - Renovations - Additions
www.CaptainsCoveOutfitters.com
Super Slick Stuff Gun Lube/Cleaner
Serving Marion, Levy & Citrus Counties
Kayak Sales & Rentals
All Seeds - 5 packs for $1.00
www.alumbaughconstruction.com
Authorized Heritage Kayak Dealer
Thermacell - Priced Right
Licensed & Insured CRC058012
ACA-Certified Kayak Instruction • Tours
Septic Field Rejuvenator
High-Quality New Tackle • Bait • Ice
Office: 352-447-0655 - Inglis
Randy Alumbaugh
50
Fax: 352-447-3013
Cell: 352-266-7113
21 lbs. of ICE FREE w/purchase of 100 Shrimp!