The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
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Community Events & Meetings
First Light Delight II Cruise Set for Sept. 7
HOMOSASSA - The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park invite you to enjoy the
Gardening management practices workshop scheduled
sights and sounds of the “Real Florida” on an early morning First Light Delight II Cruise
down peaceful Pepper Creek scheduled for Saturday, September 7, 2013. Boats will be
A workshop will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. and 3:30
departing at 7:30 am. Tickets should be purchased in advance by September 5, 2013 at the
p.m.at the Citrus County Extension Services Building located at 3650 W. Sovereign Path,
Park’s office located around the back of the Visitor Center on US 19, and will be $25.00 per
Lecanto, FL 34461 to introduce gardening best management practices. Successful garden-
person. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife
ing depends on utilizing management practices which have been proven effective. Florida
Park. For additional information, please stop by the office or call (352) 628-5343.
Friendly Landscaping™ Practices and the 9 basic principles encourage gardeners to practice
proper methods of fertilization, responsible pest management and efficient watering while
Grand Opening of New Citrus County Transit Center August 22
also conserving and protecting our natural resources. To register for this event please contact
Grand Opening ceremonies for the Citrus County Transit Center will take place
Steve at 527-5708
Thursday, August 22 at 10 a.m.The new building is located at 1300 S. Lecanto Highway in
BWA Women’s HEALTH and FITNESS Expo
Lecanto, in front of the County Maintenance Complex off of CR 491.
The Business Women’s Alliance of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce, the
For more information about the new Transit Center and the Grand Opening, please
2013 Expo will be on September 28 at the National Guard Armory in Crystal River. It’s a
contact Deb Bloss at 352-527-5904.
great opportunity to reach women, the primary health and wellness decision-makers.
Hospice Presents “How To Improve Your Memory”
Registration forms available from Citrus County Chamber of Commerce’s Crystal River
HOMOSASSA - Hospice of Citrus County will present “How To Improve Your Memory”
office at 28 NW Highway 19, phone 352-795-3149.
on Friday, August 16 from 1:00 - 2:30 pm at the Wings Education Center located at 8471 W.
“Par 4 “Golf Tournament scheduled to support youth programs
Periwinkle Lane, Suite A, Homosassa.
Citrus County Parks & Recreation Department present the first annual “Par 4 Pro-
A strong memory depends on the health and vitality of your brain. Whether you’re
grams’ Fall Golf Tournament onSaturday, October 12 at Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club,
a student, a working professional or a senior, as long as you’re optimistic and dedicated,
with shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Registration is now open for individuals or foursomes.
there are lots of things you can do to improve your memory and mental performance.
Foursome registration is $220, and individuals are welcome for $55. Included in
This program is presented to the entire community at no cost. Call Lynn Miller at 352-621-
the registration is lunch provided by the Grille Restaurant, and a raffle and silent auction
1500 to reserve your space.
will be featured. Longest drive contest for men and women, closest to the pin challenge and
9/11 Memorial Fitness Challenge Planned
50/50 tickets add to the excitement of this event.
The Citrus Memorial Heart and Vascular Center, Local 4562 Professional Fire-
Parks & Recreation offer many programs for youth throughout the year, including
fighters of Citrus County, and the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office, are gearing up for the 4th
Kids Fishing Clinic, Sports Camps, and Adopt-a-Tree. These activities promote interaction
Annual 9/11 Memorial Fitness Challenge. This year’s event will be held at Citrus Memorial
among youth and community support is needed to keep these programs running.
Hospital on Sunday, September 8, 2013, with registration beginning at 7:00am.
Kings Bay 5K to Benefit Healthy Families Citrus
For more information call 352.344.6501.
email news to: news@thenewscaster.com
Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center has selected Healthy Families Citrus as the
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beneficiary of Kings Bay 5K 2013 and is seeking sponsors.
Healthy Families Citrus is a free, voluntary support program for families living in
Citrus County who are expecting a baby or have a newborn under the age of three months.
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The program prevents child abuse and neglect, enhances parents’ ability to create stable and
nurturing homes, and promotes child health and development. Healthy Families saves lives
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and saves taxpayers millions of dollars. Business owners are invited to sponsor Kings Bay
5K in return for advertising and promotional benefits. The 5K race takes place Saturday,
& Package Store
November 2, 2013. Contact Amy Kingery, event coordinator, at 352.795.8344.
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