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Citrus Library Friends’ Spring Book Sale

The Friends of the Citrus County Library System’s Spring Book Sale will take

place March 9-13 at the Citrus County Auditorium, Hwy. 41 South, next to the Fairgrounds.

Soup A Thon Contest

Sale hours are Fri. 5-8 p.m. $5 donation (Fri night only); Sat. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun 1 p.m.- 4

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church will be holding a meatless Soup-A-Thon

p.m.; Mon. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (half price day); and Tues. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. ($3 a bag). Mark your

contest on Ash Wednesday, February 22nd . Entry forms are available in the church office

calendars now for the book sale spring fling.

or by calling Carmen at 489-2597 or John at 489-1611. Prizes will be awarded for the top

Book lovers can expect a shower of values. Volunteer Friends from Central Ridge,

3 winners. Those wanting to sample the soups, along with crackers & bread, can do so by

Coastal Region and Lakes Regional libraries have sorted thousands of mint condition books,

arriving at the church hall at 12:45 located at 7525 U.S. Hwy. 41 in Dunnellon. Tickets are a

CDs, DVDs, games and puzzles in preparation for the big sale. Hardcover and paperback

$5.00 donation for all-you-can-eat. Ballots will be provided for judging soups. Entries and

bargains abound in over 40 different categories including best sellers, large print, crafts,

soup sampling is open to the public. We hope you will participate and join us for this event.

cooking, children’s, Civil War and treasures. Each Friends’ sale features new inventory of

Friends of the Dunnellon Public Library Valentine’s Book Sale

quality items with most prices ranging from $1 to $3. Sale organizers suggest shoppers visit

Friends Book Store, inside the library, 20351 Robinson Road Dunnellon, FL (438-

early and often to take advantage of the bargains for themselves and great gifts for friends.

2520) will host a Valentine’s, store-wide “half-price” Book Sale starting Monday Feb. 13th

Proceeds from the semi-annual fundraisers benefit the Citrus County Library sys-

to Friday Feb. 17th – 10am-4pm daily. All sales benefit the Dunnellon Public Library. Do-

tem, revenue much needed in these fiscally challenging times. For book sale information,

nations of books are always accepted at the library during regulard business hours.

call 352-746-1334 or 352-527-8405.

Citrus Watercolor Sale and Show

Kings Bay Rotary Sportsmans Showcase

Saturday and Sunday, February 18 and 19, 2012 ,Free Annual exhibit and sale of the art work

The 17th Annual Sportsman’s Showcase comes to Kings Bay Plaza, US 19 in Crys-

of many area watercolor artists in the Visitor Center at the Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park.

tal River, Thursday, February 16th thru Monday, February 20th. Show hours are 9 am to

Job and Employment Information

6 pm daily. Refreshments will be available. Say “good-bye” to winter and “hello” to warm,

Beyond Barriers: Pathways to Employment is designed for those whose back-

sun-filled days with the latest and greatest in recreational vehicles and boats.

ground issues create a barrier to finding a job. The workshops take place each Friday during

Proceeds from the event will benefit many Citrus County charitable organiza-

the first full week of the month. Upcoming sessions are set for March 9. Enroll by calling

tions. For more information call 352-613-0136.

352-840-5700 or 800-434-JOBS (5627) or emailwcservices@clmworkforce.com.

Potato Pancake Supper - Peace Lutheran Church

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Members of Peace Lutheran Church, 7201 S US Hwy. 41, Dunnellon, are making

Presents in Concert Kristin Taylor, A mother of 12, who has written 8 CD’s of her

preparations for the 21st Annual Potato Pancake Supper. Linda Ryun prepares ham while

own music & is the founder of

T.H.O.R.N Ministries St. Patrick’s Day March 17th, 6

Thelma Grams peels potatoes. The supper is held on Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 21, from 4 to

p.m. parish hall of St. John The Baptist Church, Dunnellon.

7 pm. Tickets, at the door, are $5 for adults, $2.50 for children. Menu: Potato Pancakes,

Homosassa Heritage Day

Buttermilk Pancakes, Ham, Fruit cup, Dessert, Beverage. Church office: 352-489-5881.

Saturday, March 31, 2012,10:00 am – 4:00 pm,Free admission to all activities in

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the Florida Room at the Visitor Center Regular admission applies for entrance into the

Wildlife Park Heritage Day exhibits and programs in the Florida Room on the history of the

park and the Homosassa area. Former employees, their families and anyone interested in

the heritage of the park and this area are invited to attend. Former employees may register

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as Homosassa Heritage Keepers and will receive a pass for a visit to the wildlife park.

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Citrus Craft Councilfor 

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  County Craft Council will hold  22nd-annual Spring  Craft

Show on Sat., Feb. 25, from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Crystal River National Guard

Armory located on Venable St., across from Home Depot, off U.S. Hwy. 19 and south of

the Crystal River Airport. The show will benefit the Habitat for Humanity of Citrus County.

253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL

Many crafters will have a side variety of items for sale at reasonable prices - stained glass

1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19

art, decorative painted items, ceramics, floral arrangements, greeting cards, jewelry, wood

In a Hurry? Call Ahead (352) 447-2406

items, porcelain dolls, handbags, soaps and more. There will be a drawing for donated items

every half hour. Refreshments will be available for purchase from Rudy’s Ribs & BBQ of

Open M,W,Th 11a-12mid, F-S til 1am • Closed Tues.

Homosassa.The show will be held inside and outside the armory and will be held come rain

Everything Made to Order

or shine! Parking and admission is free. Please call Michaeleen Hurley at 352-249-7012.

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Fresh-Made Salads: Antipasta, Chicken, Chef & Shrimp

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Temporary Technical problem with our Phone:

please call 352-302-9899

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t gold get cash!

39 W. Highway 40 - Inglis, Florida

Construction, Inc.

(352) 447-5610, 283-0492 or 283-0493

*on last weekend of every month*

New Homes - Renovations - Additions

www.CaptainsCoveOutfitters.com

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Serving Marion, Levy & Citrus Counties

Kayak Sales & Rentals

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Authorized Heritage Kayak Dealer

FREE $10.00 FOOD RANCH

Licensed & Insured CRC058012

ACA-Certified Kayak Instruction • Tours

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High-Quality New Tackle • Bait • Ice

Office: 352-447-0655 - Inglis

SALE OF $50.00 OR MORE

5”awide x 3” deep

Food Ranch Plaza - U.S-19 - Inglis

21 lbs. of ICE FREE w/purchase of 100 Shrimp!