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Community Events 13th

C.R. Boat Parade 14th Annual

When: Saturday, December 10th, 2016 Theme: Decorate for "Classic Characters

LWVCC Holiday Party at Van der Valk. December

of Christmas" Time: Parade begins at 6:15pm Come watch the boat parade from any loca-

The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters of Citrus County for a

tion on Kings Bay to see SANTA before he takes off on his trip from the North Pole! FREE

holiday celebration on December 13 at 11:30 AM. It will be held at Van der Valk Restaurant

ENTRY! Anyone wanting to participate is welcome to meet (with a decorated boat) near

, 4543 E. Windmill Dr. , Inverness, 34453.

the river markers in Kings Bay at 4:45pm for line up. Parade starts promptly at 6:15pm. A

The guest speakers will be Andrea Rea and Dr. Tom Hibberd who will share their

designated route and entry number will be given to each participating boat. For more infor-

experience on the March to Washington- Spotlight on United Citizens.

mation or to register, contact Capt. Suzie Martin at (352)586-8068.

There is limited seating and reservations are required by December 1 st.The lun-

Entrants Invited to Manatee Festival

cheon is $20.00.with four menu choices. Haddock Sandwich or Lakeside Crispy Chicken

Fine Artists are invited to participate in the Florida Manatee Festival Plans are

Wrap, both with cole slaw.Blue Cheese & Bacon Salad or the Chef's Special Vegetarian

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being made for the 30th Annual Florida Manatee Festival; two fun-filled days of fine art,

Salad. Dessert and Coffee or Tea are included.Please remit check for $20.00 to LWVCC,

deliciousS. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446

5093 food, live entertainment, children games, manatee tours, and lots more to take

P.O. Box 1903, Lecanto,Fl. 344460-1903 along with your choice of menu. Theme Baskets

place on Saturday and Sunday, January 14th and 15th 2017 in historic downtown Crystal

Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: (727) 362-4788

and Share the Wealth drawings Available. Please call 352-382-0032 for more info.

EmailRiver Florida. The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite any Fine Art

, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.com

Next Meeting for Citrus Tourism & Development Council

Email,Exhibitors interested in participating in the 2017 Manatee Festival, please contact the Citrus

Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com

Tuesday, December 14th, 2016 @ 9:00am Meetingssites: thenewscaster.com · County Chamber for further information at (352) 795-3149.

are held at the Lecanto Gov- newscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · thehealthcaster.com

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email news to: news1@thenewscaster.com

ernment Building. Dates for 2017 will be announced as soon as they are available. As

always, our industry partners are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings of the TDC.

Please join us for this learning opportunity!

Nights Of Lights Fort Cooper State Park Dec.Ad 10 & 11

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2016 INGLIS

The magic and mystery of the holiday season will be experienced by visitors who

Inglis Recreation Committee

enter Fort Cooper State Park during the annual Nights of Lights, sponsored by the Friends

of Fort Cooper. This year's Nights of Lights will be held on Dec. 9, 10 (5"x6.5") Coo-

1/4 Page and 11 at Fort

per State Park, 3100 S. Old Floral City Road in Inverness from 6:00 to75 p.m. The trails,

$ 8:00

trees, pavilion and social hall will be decked out in holiday decorations. Santa Claus will

to Run

welcome children each night in the social hall. Refreshments will be served in the park

Dec. 7,

pavilion and holiday music will be broadcast along the trails. In lieu of an entrance fee,

Saturday · December 10 · 4:00 pm

visitors are asked to bring a non-perishable food item or toy for the Citrus United Basket of

Inverness or pet food for the Citrus County Animal services. Call 352-726-0315.

Christmas Party with Santa

Our Lady of Grace-K of C Council 6168 Blood Drive

The next blood drive for Our Lady of Grace, K of C Council 6168 blood ministries

is scheduled for Saturday, December 17, 2016, from 8 AM to 1 PM in Our Lady of Grace

After Parade at

Parish Life Center, 6 Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills.

Inglis Community Center

Again, a complimentary breakfast is available for all donors as well as individual

tokens of appreciation. Please come to join your fellow donors at this important event. If

A Gift for Every Child 15 & Under

there are any questions call Life South at 352-527-3061.

Holiday Ethnic Bake Sale

24 Bicycles & Other Special Gifts

The St. Raphael Orthodox Church Holy Myrrhbearers invite everyone to our

Will be Given Away

Holiday Ethnic Bake Sale + Buttons & Bows on Saturday, Dec. 10, 9am-2pm. We will be

featuring many different kinds of wonderful baked goodies. Also browse for gently used

FREE Hot Dog, Chips & Tea

handbags, shoes, costume jewelry & trinkets. 1277 N. Paul Drive, Inverness (off Hwy. 41

North, across from Dollar General). Call 352-201-1320.

For Children 15 & Under

Techno Fair Learn More About Your Smart Phone and Tablet

Food Available for Purchase byAdults

Do you have a smart phone or electronic device that leaves you feeling "not so

smart"? Here is your chance to get free help!