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Historic Maritime Bell Dedication at Hospice 14th Annual Stars Gala Feb.1

On Wednesday, December 11, Linda Beckett Godby and Donald B. Beckett do-

Guest Speaker: Florida House Representative Will Weatherford

nated a Historic Maritime Bell to Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast. A Dedication

The Levy County Schools Foundation (LCSF) will be hosting its annual Gala on

Ceremony was held at the Hospice Thrift & Gift Shoppe located at 8471 W. Periwinkle

Saturday, February 1, 2014. The event will take place at 6:00 p.m., (doors open at 5:30)

Lane, Homosassa. The Maritime Bell was donated in loving memory of Herbert M. Beck-

at the Williston Middle School. The STARS Gala (Students, Teachers, and Respected

ett, June B. Beckett and Joy K. Beckett. In 1952, Herbert Beckett (Attorney-At-Law) was

Supporters) -formerly known as the Superintendent's Gala, is the Foundation's premier

a yardmaster for the Pennsylvania Railroad in Cleveland, Ohio when he acquired the bell

fundraising event. For the Levy County Schools Foundation, a not-for-profit organization

from a steam engine destined for the scrap yard. Herbert and June Beckett were part of a

established in 1989 to support Levy County schools, this event has become a Levy County

group instrumental in starting Hospice in Citrus County in the late 70s and early 80s. Her-

tradition which provides an opportunity for members of the business community, civic lead-

bert Beckett was a founding member of the Hospice of Citrus County Board of Directors.

ers, and local residents to gather in support of local education.

An exciting evening is planned with guest speaker Florida House Representative

Will Weatherford of Wesley Chapel. Representative Weatherford was first elected in 2006

and is the current Speaker of the House. There will be a wonderful meal, exceptional stu-

dent entertainment, door prizes, a silent auction, and recognition of the Foundation s Alum-

nus of the Year. The Gala theme this year is Stars Among Us.

Superintendent Bob Hastings, who will also serve as emcee for the evening, had

this to say "The Gala not only raises funds, but also showcases the talent of our students,

and highlights the generous and continuing support of so many corporate and small business

partners, as well as local residents who want to insure our students' academic success."

The past thirteen Galas have raised more than $135,000 to support a variety of education-

related initiatives and help the Foundation expand its mission.

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To become a PATRON, reserve tickets, or donate door prizes contact the Levy

County Schools Foundation at 352-493-6056 or email LCSF@levy.k12.fl.us. Seating is lim-

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ited, please make reservations no later than Friday, January 17, 2014. Contributions are tax

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Activities at Inglis AmVets

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A New Year Party with a Ribeye Steak Dinner with all the sides only $15 per per-

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son, 5:00-7:00 pm and live music by"Rollin," 8:00 pm-1:00 am. Open WEDNESDAY, Jan.

1, New Year Day, card games at 5:30 pm. THURSDAY, Jan. 2 - Bingo, bingo at 5:00 pm!

RED SHIRT FRIDAY, Jan. 3 - Wear red and bring two food items to receive your second

drink free, and "Show Me the Money" at 6:00 pm! SATURDAY, Jan. 4 - Show Me the

Money, double bonus at 6:00 pm. SUNDAY, Jan. 5 - Breakfast, 9:00-11:00 am (4 items to

Pictured in front of the Maritime Bell are (from left) Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast

choose from 8 selections only $5); Lunch 12:00- 5:00 pm (wings only 50 cents each).

Development Director Linda Baker, Hospice Public Relations Manager Joe Foster, Linda Beckett

Godby, Donald B. Beckett and Sue Beckett.

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