The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - January 25, 2017
Citrus County Names New
Community Events
Engineering Division Director
Seats Open on the Historic Resources Advisory Board
The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applications for
Citrus County Department of Public Works has named Randall S. Olney, P.E., as
the Historic Resources Advisory Board. This Advisory Board is seeking three positions for
the new Engineering Division Director. Mr. Olney started in his new position on Monday,
Member-at-Large that will expire on January 31, 2017. The term is for a two year period and
January 23.
will expire on January 31, 2019.
Mr. Olney graduated from University of Florida with a Master's Degree in Busi-
The Historic Resources Advisory Board meets the first Wednesday of every other
ness Administration and a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. He is also licensed in the
month at 4:00 p.m. at the Lecanto Government Building, located at 3600 W. Sovereign
State of Florida as a Professional Engineer.
Path, Lecanto. The Historic Resources Advisory Board assists county entities to identify,
For the past 14 years, his work experience consists of managing project budgets,
evaluate, and protect historic properties. Applications are due now and can be accessed at:
schedules and design team on projects from conceptual design through construction. Mr.
https://www.citrusbocc.com. Completed applications should be sent to Citrus County Ad-
Olney has experience managing and designing land development projects such as commer-
ministration, 3600 W. Sovereign Path Suite 267, Lecanto, FL 34461.
cial projects, residential projects and government projects from concept through permitting.
The Last Song" is Featured Movie
He has coordinated with municipalities and permitting agencies to guide projects through
Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast's Monthly Movie Matinee feature is "The
the required site permits. He can be reached at 352-527-5446.
Last Song" starring Miley Cyrus, Liam Hemsworth and Greg Kinnear. It will be presented
LWVCC Meeting to Focus on Tourism
at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 30, at the Homosassa Wings Education Center at 8471 W.
On February 14th, Adam Thomas, Director of the Visitors and Convention Bureau,
Periwinkle Lane. Discussion follows the movie. Monthly Movie Matinees are open to the
will give a presentation on the economic benefits of tourism at the monthly meeting of the
public. For reservations, contact Jonathan Beard at 352-527- 2020
LWVCC. Mr. Thomas works with county government, the Tourist Development Council,
Tricky Tray Fundraiser
and volunteers, in an effort to promote tourism in Citrus County.which has become our larg-
The Community of Catholic Women (CCW) of Our Lady of Grace Church is host-
est industry.All interested men and women are invited to attend. Possibly you might have a
ing their annual Tricky Tray Fund Raiser, Saturday, February 18, 2017, in the Parish Life
question for Mr. Thomas. The meeting starts at 10:15 am at the Coastal Regional Library,
Center, 6 Roosevelt Boulevard, Beverly Hills, FL, 34465. Doors open at 10:00 AM and
8619 W Crystal St, Crystal River, FL 34428. For more info, please call 352-382-0032 or
the drawings begin at 11:30 AM. Our Tricky Tray features baskets with contents valued
visit the league website www.lwvcitrus.org.
at $25 or more, raffles, and money trees. Items this year include gift certificates for golf,
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages
restaurants, supermarkets and many more. You may purchase a sheet of 25 numbered tick-
informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major
ets for $5 for deposit in a bag adjacent to your choice of baskets. Ticket tenders will be
public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.All inter-
available for those who cannot stay for the drawing at no charge. Proceeds go to needed
ested men and women are invited.
items for the church and charitable contributions. For Tricky Tray information contact Tina
Genealogical Society Seminar
Wojciechowski at 352-249- 7127.
The Citrus County Genealogical Society will host a seminar on February 18 at the
Free Alzheimer's/dementia caregiver's workshop February 5
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 439 E. Norvell Bryant Highway, Hernando from 10:00
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St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, located at 114 N. Osceola Avenue in Inverness,
AM to 2:30 PM. The speaker, Drew Smith, nationally known lecturer and author, will give
will host an Alzheimer's and dementia awareness and caregiver's workshop from 1:30 to
3 presentations: "Organizing your Genealogy Research Process," "Your Ancestor's FAN
3:00 p.m. on February 5, 2017. The workshop is free and open to the public.
Club:Using Cluster Research to get Past Brick Walls," "Something Wiki this Way Comes."
Entitled "ABC of Dementia," the workshop will define Alzheimer's and dementia,
The cost is $18 for members and $25 for non-members. Bring your own brown bag lunch.
explain how dementia affects individuals, discuss ways to interpret dementia behaviors for
Free coffee, tea and cookies. Get a registration form by calling Mary Ann Machonkin at
better communication and results, and offer tips for becoming a more effective and less
352-382-5515.
stressed caregiver.
Happy Tails Hoedown To Benefit Snippet
While the workshop is free, registration is required so the host will be prepared
On Saturday, February 25, to benefit Snippet Citrus, a nonprofit, all-volunteer or-
with adequate space. To register or for more information, call at 352-422-3663.
ganization that raises funds to help qualifying Citrus County residents spay and neuter their
Annual Flea Market
pets. There will be a live show featuring Dave and Sharon Liles, singing, dancing, and a
Dunnellon Presbyterian Church, 20641 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon 352-489-
square dance caller. The chuck wagon will have homemade food. Snippet is requesting
2682. February 18, 2017 8 a.m. - noon. Fundraiser featuring baked goods, collectibles,
adults only please from 6 to 9pm, at the Central Ridge Community Center, 77 Civic Circle,
jewelry, linens, books and more.
Beverly Hills. Reservations are $25 nonrefundable and include one free drink, dinner, live
Free Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver's workshop
show, dancing, games, and silent auction. Call 352-436-4268 to reserve your place.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, located at 439 E. Norvell Bryant Highway in
Hernando, will host a free Alzheimer's and dementia awareness and caregiver's workshop
from 10 a.m. to noon on February 11, 2017. The workshop is open to the public. Entitled
"ABC of Dementia," the workshop will define Alzheimer's and dementia, explain how de-
mentia affects individuals, discuss ways to interpret dementia behaviors for better com-
munication and results, and offer tips for becoming a more effective and less stressed care-
giver. While the workshop is free, registration is required so the host will be prepared with
adequate space. To register call Coping with Dementia LLC at 352-422-3663.
alentine Fundraiser
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus Council 6168 will hold a Valen-
tine Bunco Bonanza at the KofC Hall on Rte 486 in Lecanto on Tuesday February 14, 2017
. Doors open at 11:30 AM.  Two levels of the game will be featured: a competitive level
for seasoned players and a social levle for beginners and persons with physical challenges.
The $12.00 ticket includes a light lunch , coffee and tea. Door prizes, raffle prizes and cash
prizes will be awarded.  Funds raised will benefit the Auxiliary's Scholarship Fund and
charitable organizations in the community.  Advance reservations can be made by calling
Pearl Sheehan at 637-5395 or Char Fontaine at 697-4995
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