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Are you concerned about the future of Citrus County? If so , you are invited to

attend a presentation on County Growth at the League of Women Voters of Citrus County

Farm City Festival Coming November 15

meeting on Nov. 18th.The experienced guest speakers are Dan Kern, Associate Vice Presi-

The City of Inverness is hosting a Farm City Festival in celebration of local farm-

dent of the Builders Association and Chair of its government affairs committee , plus Jenette

ers, ranchers and growers on Saturday, November 15, 2014, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Liberty Park,

Collins, Director of the Citrus County Department of Planning and Development..

286 N. Apopka Ave., Inverness. The Farm City Festival ties into the national observance of

The participants will discuss important issues such as : Is growth necessary and

Farm City Week that runs November 18 through 24 leading into the Thanksgiving holiday.

always good? ;and how to make the most out of a declining yet older population. There will

For more information contact the City of Inverness, Event and Visitor Bureau at 352-726-

be time for audience questions.

The meeting will be held at the Central Ridge Library in Beverly Hills on Tuesday

Florida Artists Gallery to host starving artists sale

Nov. 18th at 10:15 am. Please note that this month's meeting is scheduled a week later than

The Florida Artists Gallery, located at 8219 Orange Avenue in Floral City, will host

usual due to Library scheduling. Regular LWVCC meetings are routinely held on the sec-

a starving artists sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 15. Ten by ten-foot

ond Tuesday of the month.

spaces are available for $30 and all art offered will be $150.00 or less. The Florida Artists

The League of women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages

Gallery will take no commission on sales. Artists wishing to display and sell should contact

informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major

the Florida Artists Gallery at 352-344-9300.

public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Sunshine State Romance Authors Special Meeting

For more info please call 352-382-0032 or e mail lwvcc2013@gmail.com. Also

At the November 15 meeting of the Sunshine State Romance Authors, award-win-

visit our website at www.lwvcitrus.org. and visit our Facebook page, League of Women

ning science-fiction author Linnea Sinclair will speak on "World-Weaving: Keep the Data,

Voters of Citrus County.

Avoid the Dump." Fiction writing requires the creation of worlds in which the characters

Eastern Star Fashion Show

and stories take place. No matter the genre, compiling data through research is imperative to

It's time again for our annual Eastern Star Fashion Show and Luncheon. This

make the people and places authentic, intriguing and exciting. Sinclair will provide insights

years event will be held November 15, 2014 at 11:30 AM at Dunnellon Presbyterian Church

in ways to weave the necessary research into the story and avoid the dreaded data dump.

20641 Chestnut St, Dunnellon. Come join us for a fun afternoon featuring fashions from

Sunshine State Romance Authors, Inc. generally meets on the fourth Saturday of each

The Cotton Club Boutique in Crystal River. There will be door prizes and a Chinese Auc-

month at the Homosassa Public Library, 4100 S. Grandmarch Avenue from 10 a.m. to 2

tion and of course fantastic food! To purchase tickets for only $15.00 please call Ann

p.m. Please note that this special meeting takes place on November 15. SSRA is dedicated

to nurturing aspiring writers, helping intermediate writers get to the next level, and assisting

K of C Blood Drive

published authors to maintain career success. Call Marian Fox at 352-726-0162.

The next blood drive sponsored by Our Lady of Grace-K of C Council 6168

Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival

The November 15 Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival is just around the corner blood ministries is scheduledSaturday of November, 11-15-14,

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and you as a local business still have the opportunity to be a part of this exciting community from 8:00AM to 1:00PM at Our Lady of Grace Parish LifeCoast located at 6 Roosevelt

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event. Remember, you can put a team together with either 11 or 21 people and enjoy a fun- Advertin ing at Reasonable Rates for S Levy, NE Citrus & SW Marion Counties

Blvd., isBeverly Hills.

As also traditional, there will be Homosassa, Florida 34446 tokens of apprecia-

5093 S. Orwell Pt., a complimentary breakfast and

filled day of racing, music and food. If you do not want to participate in the racing you can

still be a sponsor or a vendor and market your business. In March we had more than 3000 tion to all donors. Please come and 489-4588 Fax: (727) 362-4788donors while giving

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people attend, so this is a great opportunity for your company to get some face time with a the gift of life. iThe blood is used Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.com neighbors

Ema l, Tom Russell, locally in Citrus County, so it aids your friends,

and family. ail, Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com

large number of potential clients!

Once again, we thank all who donated in the past, and hope that you and your

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lake. There will be food and drinks available and this event will be open to the public. We friends and family will be able to donate to our next drive. For any additional information

want everyone to come out and and have a good time. If you have questions on sponsorship call 352-527-3061.

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or registration please visit the website or call the events coordinator Andy Smith at 352-201-

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Citrus County Craft Council

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The Citrus County Craft Council will hold its 25th Annual Winter Wonderland

Craft Show on Saturday, November 22, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. New location is Crystal

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River Mall, your headquarters for original holiday decorations and gifts! The show will

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Servbenefit the Citrus County Sheriff's Office ShopHernando, Program. River crafter will

ing Inglis, Yankeetown, Dunnellon, With A Cop Crystal Each & Homosassa

donate an item ddretheir work, and Orwell Pt., Homosassa, FL 34446the donated

A from ss: 5093 S. drawings will be held every half hour for

craft items, the proceeds of which will be for the benefit of Shop With A Cop. For questions

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Phone: (352) 489-4588 · Fax: (727) 447-5788

or further information, please call Vanessa at 352-527-3378 or Patti at 352-503-6329.

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· Dinner/Dance Fundraiser for Disabled Veterans

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History.NewscasKnights hives.com is hosting a Dinner & Dance to help

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Email,Tom Russell, Publisher: Gainesville. The dinner will be

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E 22nd Debbie the parish Editor: hall is located at 4301 W. Homosassa Trail,

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Lecanto. The menu will be Spanish style Beef Stew and Chicken Stew, Yellow Rice, Potato

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Salad, Green Salad, Rolls and Drinks. Please help support our Vets. Donation is $15 or two

for $25. For tickets, please call Bill Matos at 637-5465." or Ron Kornatowski 352-563-

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