The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - December 19, 2007
Community Events & Meetings
Wilderness Circle Winter Solstice Ceremony
December 22, 2007, Saturday at 11:00 AM, a FREE, local Ceremony in the spirit of
Native American traditionswill be held. Indian blood is not required, just the Indian heart. All
who come in a good way are invited.
A pot luck dinner follows. Please bring a dish to share, and your drinks. Afternoon
music, songs, flutes, guitars and drums with Michael "White Wolf" Serio in charge. Your
instruments and guests are welcome. Call Betty Berger (352) 447-2736 or e mail
bberger@bellsouth.net for details and location.
Christmas Celebration of Lights at Homosassa Wildlife Park
December 20, 2007 through December 24, 2007 with a Bonus Night on December 29,
2007 5:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Suggested donation: Adults $2.00 and Children 3 12, $1.00 The
Friends present their annual Christmas Celebration of Lights over five evenings starting
December 20th through Christmas Eve, with a bonus night on December 29th. The park is
illuminated with thousands of lights and holiday decorations and a variety of entertainment is
featured on different evenings. Refreshments are also available.
January Safe Driving Classes
Take an AARP Driver Safety class. Completing the two four-hour day course may
Chad Halleen, Vice President and General Manager of Love Chevrolet & Love Honda of
entitle you to a multi-year insurance discount. For more information, check with your insur-
Crystal River presents a check in the amount of $10,000 to Lori Pender of Boys & Girls
ance carrier.
Clubs of Citrus County. Their donation will go a long way in supporting the many programs
The course fee is $10 per person and to register for a class, call the listed instructor. For
in the organization. Thanks LOVE.
information regarding future classes, call Charlie Lucente at 726-0753.
Santa "Left the Lights On For Ya"
Crystal River, Homosassa, Homosassa Springs
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Jan. 14 and 15: 9 a.m. at Homosassa Seventh Day Adventist Church, 5863 W. Cardinal,
Santa has left Rainbow Springs State Park but the lights and decorations remain. On
Homosassa. Call Arty Appelbaum at 382-3272
December 21, 22, 26 & 27 from 6 to 8:30 pm the Park will be open for a quiet time to enjoy the
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Jan. 17 and 18: 1 p.m. at Coastal Regional Library, 8619 W. Crystal Street, Crystal River.
Holiday displays amidst the natural beauty of Rainbow Springs. The gift shop is over-flowing
Call Lou Harmin at 564-0933
with great gift giving ideas and the "Crafty Ladies" have once again created marvelous
Beverly Hills- Jan. 8 and 10: 8:15 a.m. at Beverly Hills Recreation Center, 77 Civic Circle
handmade treasures. While you are in the Gift Shop, don't miss the newly created scale model
Beverly Hills.. Call Theresa Williams at 746-9497
buildings of old Dunnellon, decorated for the holidays.
Inverness- Jan. 8 and 9: 9 a.m. at Citrus Memorial Health Systems Share Club Auditorium
The concession stand has something for everyone and are offering a buy one, get
corner of Grace and Osceola, Inverness, open to the public, Share Club members and non-
one free special on all their hot drinks. It should be noted that all proceeds from the Santa Over
members. Call Don Slough at 344-4003
the Rainbow event remain here in the park, to be used to enhance and maintain your real
Cross City- Jan. 14 and 15: 9 a.m. at Cross City Seventh-day Adventist Church, 15 NE 144
Florida! Entrance to Rainbow Springs State Park is still only $1 per person with free admission
Street,Cross City (Across from Woody's Barbershop). Call Lee Miller at (352) 498-5004
for children under 6. Rainbow Springs State Park is located four miles north of Dunnellon on
New Florida Manatee License Plate
U.S. 41. Additional infor mation at 465-8555.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will unveil the rede-
We're Back!!
signed Florida manatee specialty license plate at 10 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 20, at Homosassa
Springs Wildlife State Park in Homosassa. Invited speakers include FWC Regional Director
Thanks so much to all our wonderful friends and family in the Inglis/Yankeetown
Greg Holder, Save the Manatee Club Executive Director Pat Rose and artist Nancy Blauers.
community for the love and prayers that has brought us through our loss this past year.††We
Proceeds from the sale of the plate benefit manatee research and conservation.
are proud to announce the re-opening of Inglis Realty and invite you all to stop in and see
Hospice Of Citrus County Thrift & Gift Shoppes
what weíve done!†††- Martha Eiland and Amy Summers
TWO COMMERCIAL LOTS- 105' highway frontage for each lot on heavily traveled
Announce Half Price Sale
Hwy. 40, East , Inglis City Limits. Zoned C-1 and C-2. Fast growing area so hurry these lots
will not last long. Priced to sell! Both for $130,000.00. Will sell separately.
CRYSTAL RIVER--The Hospice of Citrus County Thrift & Gift Shoppes are continu-
SOUTHERN HOME Fish from your "terraced seawall" on 90 ft. of the beautiful Withla-
ing to offer local shoppers special sales throughout the holiday shopping season.
coochee River off either of two docks. This 4/2 house features original tongue & groove
On Saturday, December 22 from 9:00 am 12:00 pm, all three Hospice of Citrus County
great room with fireplace, spacious Florida room, huge screened room. Great for entertain-
Thrift & Gift Shoppes will offer everything (with very few exceptions) at 50% off regular
ing or some quiet, down time. Brand-new detached 2-car garage. Must see to
prices. Saturday morning, for three hours only, is the time to save big on a wide variety of
appreciate! Just when you thought it couldn't get any better - This seller is MOTI-
holiday gift items!
VATED. $399,000.00.
The Hospice of Citrus County Thrift & Gift Shoppes are open Monday thru Friday
BACK TO NATURE - Build your dream home on 6.5 acres of beautiful "Old Florida" land,
9:00am 5:00 pm and on Saturdays from 9:00 am 4:00 pm.
complete with your own pond, large oaks, and palms. Wildlife abundant! Minutes to salt
In addition to the Crystal River Thrift & Gift Shoppe located at 16 NE 5th Street (352.563.1748),
and freshwater. Located on Hwy. C-40A. Priced to sell at $156,000.00!
Hospice of Citrus County Thrift & Gift Shoppes are also located in Homosassa at 4530 S.
Ask for AMY SUMMERS Licensed Real Estate Sales Associate
Suncoast Blvd. (352.628.2277), and at 415 S. US Hwy 41 in Inverness (352.341.2220).
63 Hwy 40 W, Inglis ñ ìThe A-Frameî
Hickory Island
352-447-2371
Cell: 352-535-7026 Fax: 352-447-2158
"Preserving Florida's Southern Spirit"
Custom Woodworking
Restaurant and Seafood Market
"Your Plans or Ours"
Lighthouse Lounge
Antique Furniture Refinishing
Kitchen Cabinets
Have A Safe And
Entertainment Centers
Happy Holiday Season!
Drink Specials
Merry Christmas
Hurricane Shutters
$2 Margaritas
and Happy New Year!
Book Cases
$1 Draft Beers
352-447-2520
Enviro Group of Florida
Pet Caskets
Wood Products Div.
352-447-3894re Service
$1.50 Well Drinks
48 Hwy 19 S. Inglis
Tom Robinson
Cino Lawn Ca