The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - December 21, 2016
Community Events
Guest Speaker at LWVCC January Meeting
A picturesque wooded drive takes us into the lush Withlacoochee Forest to a
little piece of heaven named E Nini Hassee which translates,appropriately to "Her Sunny
Celebration of Lights
Road.". This is an outdoor therapeutic school where at-risk girls are offered the opportu-
The Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, along with the Friends of Homosassa
nity to learn , work and live under the guidance of the Eckerd Youth Alternatives, which
Springs Wildlife Park, will host its annual Christmas Celebration of Lights, a nine-evening
was founded by Jack Eckerd in the 1960s.
event, from Saturday, Dec. 17 through Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24, and again on
The teenage girls live in campsites, called huddles. They work hard and learn to
Monday, Dec. 26, 2016. The park will open at 5:30 p.m. on these evenings and remain open
build their own sleeping shelters, cook their meals outdoors and develop a true sense of liv-
until 9 p.m.
ing with nature as well as taking responsibility and gaining confidence.This program gives
Wildlife Park To Focus On Whooping Cranes In December
the girls a second chance at life.
Special programs and exhibits on these endangered birds -- Guest article by Su-
On January 10th, the LWVCC will have Gale Wire, School Education Administra-
san Strawbridge, Park Services Specialist Whooping cranes will be highlighted during the
tor of E Nini Hassee, as the guest speaker who will explain the benefits of this fascinating
month of December at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. The Park is
and successful program and answer any questions. The meeting starts at 10:15 AM on Janu-
currently home to a pair of Whooping cranes, Peepers and Levi, who live in a natural habi-
ary 10, 2017,at the Coastal Region Library,8619 W. Crystal St., Crystal River, Fl. 34428. All
tat with a pond surrounded by grassy banks.
interested men and women are invited to attend. Join us for lunch at Crackers and a tour of
Entrants Invited to Manatee Festival
E Nini Hassee immediately after the meeting. Car pooling will be available.
Fine Artists are invited to participate in the Florida Manatee Festival Plans are
Do something healthy for the holidays
being made for the 30th Annual Florida Manatee Festival; two fun-filled days of fine art,
CRYSTAL RIVER Kick off the New Year with a healthy hike in nature. Join a park rang-
delicious food, live entertainment, children games, manatee tours, and lots more to take
er on January 1, 2017 for a 2 mile guided walk while enjoying the scenic beauty of Florida's
place on Saturday and Sunday, January 14th and 15th 2017 in historic downtown Crystal
Nature Coast. Come prepared to slow down after the busy holiday season and soak up the
River Florida. The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite any Fine Art
healing and refreshing power of fresh air and native flora and fauna.
Exhibitors interested in participating in the 2017 Manatee Festival, please contact the Citrus
Participants should arrive at 9:15 and be prepared to walk 2 miles at a leisurely
County Chamber for further information at (352) 795-3149.
pace on uneven terrain in a natural environment. Wear comfortable closed toed shoes,
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Weekend
appropriate outside weather clothing and bring drinking water to enjoy your nature experi-
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Foundation of Citrus County will present
ence. Meet at the Crystal River Preserve State Park Eco-Walk Trailhead 5990 N. Tallahas-
the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Weekend 2017 "Share The Dream".
see Rd. Crystal River, FL 34428. The walk will begin at 9:30 AM. No sign up or registra-
Please come out and fellowship with us the weekend of January 14-16, 2017 at the follow-
tion required. Guided walk is free. For more information contact Ranger Phil McCord
ing scheduled events: Saturday, January 14, 2017 The Commemorative Service 6:00 PM
(352) 795-3817.
The George Washington Carver Community Center 95 Three Sisters Spring Trail Crystal
Seeking applications for seats on the Beverly Hills Advisory Board
River, FL Sunday, January 15, 2017 Martin Luther King, Jr. Service 5:00 PM Seven Riv-
The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applications for the
ers Presbyterian Church 4221 W Gulf to Lake HWY Lecanto, FL Monday, January 16,
Beverly Hills Advisory Board. This Advisory Board is seeking two qualified members for
2017 Share The Dream Parade 11:00AM Beginning at Tire Kingdom to Auto Zone and
a two year term that will begin on February 1, 2017. The term expires on January 31, 2019.
dismantling at Copeland Park 12:00 PM The Fellowship Picnic Copeland Park Crystal
Eligible applicants must reside full time and own property within the boundaries of the
River, FL WE are putting The UNITY back in Community. Please "Share The Dream With
Beverly Hills Municipal Service Benefit Unit as appointed by the Board of County Com-
Us" Mission Statement: "Investing In Our Children For A Stronger Tomorrow" For more
missioners. The Beverly Hills Advisory Board meets the second Monday of every month
information, contact Charles McCray @ 352-257-3467
at 10:00am at the Beverly Hills Community Building, located at 1 Civic Circle in Beverly
SWFMD to Update Water Control
Hills. The purpose of this board is to provide roadway mowing, beautification, street light-
ing and other essential facilities and municipal services for the Beverly Hills area.
Structure in Citrus County to per-
One seat open on the Citrus Springs Advisory Board
This Advisory Board is seeking one qualified member for a one year term that will
begin on February 1, 2017. The term will expire on January 31, 2018.
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) is planning
Eligible applicants must reside full time and own property within the boundaries
form maintenance on the S-353 water control structure located in northern Citrus County
of the Citrus Springs Municipal Service Benefit Unit as appointed by the Board of County
on the Tsala Apopka outfall canal, between the northern extent of the Hernando pool of the
Commissioners. The Citrus Springs Advisory Board meets the first Wednesday of every
Tsala Apopka Chain-of-Lakes and the Withlacoochee River.
month at 9:00am at the Citrus Springs Community Building, located at 1570 W. Citrus
The work will begin December 21 and will continue through June 1, 2017. During
Springs Blvd in Citrus Springs. The purpose of this board is to provide recreation services
that time, public access to the structure will be limited for safety reasons. As part of this
and facilities, street lighting, beautification and other essential facilities and municipal ser-
work, a temporary berm will be constructed in the canal upstream of the structure to prevent
vices for the Citrus Springs area. Applications are due by January 3, 2017.
loss of water from the Hernando pool during the maintenance.
This project will be the first major refurbishment of the aging structure, which Volunteer Event in January
was built in 1968. Improvements will include work to increase the life of the structure
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and the Nature Coast Volun-
and reduce future maintenance requirements, including concrete repair, gate refurbishment, teer Center (NCVC) hosts a forum for people to link-up with local volunteer opportunities.
electrical upgrades, and site maintenance. TheFlorida 34446 not include any activities This is an opportunity to meet with staff and volunteer managers, and learn about their
5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, maintenance does
that would change the size of the structure or (727) 362-4788 water.
Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: its ability to convey
programs. RSVP and the Nature Coast Volunteer Center are the engines through which over
The structure's gates are remotely operated to help maintain optimum water levels 60 local organizations connect hundreds of volunteers to meaningful service opportunities
Email, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.comI
Ein ail, Hernando pool of the Tsala Apopka Chain-of-Lakes. The canal serves as the main throughout Citrus County. The Opportunity Links will be held on Tuesday, January 10,
mthe Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com
ster.coutfallnewscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · thehealthcaster.com Central Ridge Community Center, 77 Civic Circle, Beverly Hills at 2:00 p.m.
om · for the lake chain during potential flood events. For additional questions, please call 2017 at the
the District at 352-796-7211.
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