The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - October 20, 2010
Community Events & Meetings
Pack a Pail project underway
The Nature Coast Volunteer Center, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program,
United Way of Citrus County and others are partnering for the “Pack a Pail” project to help
Fund Raiser for "Feed Citrus County"
needy families and homeless in Citrus.
A Gala Capital Campaign Fundraiser has been planned to benefit “Feed Citrus
The project collects and delivers non-perishable food and personal items in five-
County” and the “We Care Food Pantry.”
gallon buckets to help citizens in need. The drive culminates Saturday, October 23.
“Dinner, Dancing & Diamonds” will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Black
Local groups collecting are asked to register specific items collected at United Way at
Diamond Ranch in Lecanto. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m., with dinner, entertainment
795-5483 to avoid duplication. Anyone is welcome to raise or donate money to purchase
by “ Z Street Band,” and a silent auction. Black tie is optional. Tickets are $150 per person
needed items. Items and donations may be delivered to the Nature Coast Volunteer Cen-
(non-refundable).
ter at 2804 W. Marc Knighton Court during the week of October 18 - 22. Anyone interested
Sponsorshops are available, ranging from $300 to $10,000. To be a sponsor, please
in volunteering on Friday, October22, or Saturday, October 23, to process and fill the pails,
contact the food pantry at (352) 628-9333. For additional information on the gala event,
can call the Nature Coast Volunteer Center at 352-527-5950.
please call Jan at (352) 613-6006 or Francesca at (352) 476-4306.
CCVC’s 6th Annual Veterans Forum Set for Oct. 23rd
Haunted Tram Rides Set for Wildlife Park
CCVC’s 6th Annual Veterans Forum is in the Works! If you would like an infor-
The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, park staff and community groups
mational booth to participate or to help with the forum please call 352-628-6481. The Citrus
are brewing up two evenings of fun for their annual Haunted Tram Rides event on Friday,
County Veterans Coalition’s (CCVC) sponsors the Annual Veterans Forum with speakers
October 29, and Saturday, October 30. Pepper Creek Trail will be transformed into a trail
providing information that is important to veteran’s benefits, which is to be held on October
of haunting scenarios that will delight families. Park manager Art Yerian says he is excited
23rd 2010.
after hearing what is being planned this year: “Expect this year’s event to be even more
Plans are coming together for the Annual Veterans Forum to be held at the 1st
Spooktacular than ever!”
Baptist Church of Inverness on Pleasant Grove Road on Saturday, October 23, 2010. From
Tram rides will begin at 6:00 p.m. and run until 11:00 p.m. There will be a Haunted
11:30 – 2 pm. A luncheon will be provided by Heidi’s Italian restaurant for the first 250 re-
House, Halloween Costume Contest, clowns, face painting, souvenirs, refreshments and
cipients and entertainment by Phantastic Sounds. Put this date on your calendar so you don’t
games, such as the Sorcerer’s Bouncy House and 15-foot-high dry slide.
miss it. This informative Veterans Affairs gathering is presented by Citrus County Veterans
The suggested donation for the tram ride is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children
Coalition. Our speakers will share important information affecting all veterans and their
up to age 12. A Journey to the Center of the Earth-themed Haunted House will be set up in
families throughout the area. The CCVC is a nonprofit, 501(3) (c) corporation, and your
the Florida Room of the Visitor Center. The donation for admission to the Haunted House
donations are tax deductible. This organization devotes all of its energy and fund raising to
is $2.00, with a donation of $1.00 per child for games. Clowns and face painters will add to
the philosophy of “Veterans Helping Veterans”
the fun.
World Famous Organist at 1st United Methodist Church
Halloween monster movie in Lecanto Park on Oct. 23
The World famous American Concert Organist Carlo Curley, also known as the
Citrus County Parks and Recreation will present the movie Monster House at the
Pavarotti of the organ, will be appearing in concert at The First United Methodist Church,
“Halloween Movie in the Park” on Saturday, October 23, at 6 p.m. at Lecanto Park. The
21501 W. Hgvvy. 40, Dunnellon on Sunday November 14th at 3:00PM to what promises to
park is located at 3505 W. Educational Path, the road that leads into the Lecanto school
be a most enthusiastic audience. Admission is free, and a love offering will be taken. Doors
complex from County Road 491.
open at 2:00 21501 W. Highway 40, Dunnellon. For more information call (352) 489-4026.
Our Pub
Events prior to the movie will include the Costume Contest (for children and
adults) and the Pre-Carved Pumpkin Contest (Carve Pumpkins at home, bring with candle).
Free Popcorn will be provided Parks and Recreation. Other items such as glow
sticks, candy will be available for purchase. For more information call (352) 527-5740.
Kings Bay 5K Run
Restaurant, Lounge
The third annual Seven Rivers Regional Kings Bay 5K Run/Walk takes place on
& Package Store
Saturday, November 6 at Hunter Springs Park in Crystal River. Race organizers are asking
local businesses and community members to support the event through a number of spon-
sorship opportunities.
253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL
This year, all donations benefit Eckerd Youth Alternatives Early Intervention and
Prevention Services’ Hi-Five Citrus Program. The Hi-Five Citrus Program works to reduce
1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19
underage alcohol and drug use, decrease juvenile delinquency and reduce the number of
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students who drop out of school.
Serving 11 am - 10 pm • Closed Tuesday
Sponsorship opportunities begin at $100 and go up to $500. In addition to benefit-
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ing the Hi-Five Citrus Program, sponsors receive promotional opportunities before, during
and after the race. Last year, more than 260 runners entered the race; we anticipate even
more this November.
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Inglis Super Stop Restaurant Buddy & Fred's Hardware
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Open 5 am - 3 pm for Breakfast & Lunch
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