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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

Proceeds from the semi-annual fundraisers benefit the Citrus County Library system,

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

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

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

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

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

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

Singing Tree Folk Music Presentation

At 2:30 pm on Sunday March 4, Ray Belanger on the Hammered Dulcimer and

Job and Employment Information

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

Lloyd Goldstein on the Double Bass will give at Nature Coast Unitarian Universalist Fellow-

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

ship 7633 N. Florida Ave (rte 41) $10 in advance by calling 746-0655 or at the door. The

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

duo performs music with traditional, classical and contemporary approaches.

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

Memories: Caring for those with Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia

The next program presented as part of the Wings Education Series 4th Tuesdays at

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

2, will be held on Tuesday, February 28 at 2:00 pm at the Hospice of Citrus County Wings

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

Education Center located at 8471 W Periwinkle Lane, Suite A., Homosassa.

own music & is the founder of

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

February’s program “Memories: Caring for those with Alzheimer’s Disease/De-

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

mentia” will present easy-to-understand information and advice. Alzheimer’s disease can

Homosassa Heritage Day

be a challenging journey for the wide range of people who care for the Alzheimer’s/demen-

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

tia patient. Asking for help shows your strength. It means you know your limits and when

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

to seek support. Call 352-527-2020 for more information

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

March Firearms courses offered at Hernando Sportsman’s Club

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

The Hernando Sportsman’s Club is offering a firearms safety class on March 7,

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

2012 , from 9a-3p. A special “ladies only” firearms safety class will also be held on March

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

17, from 9a-3p. The course covers lessons about the basics of firearms safety around the

Citrus County Craft Council Set for Feb. 25th Show

home and the fundamentals of pistol shooting. The class includes practice time on the range.

The Citrus County Craft Council will hold its 22nd-annual Spring Fling Craft

Successful completion of this class also provides required documentation to apply for a

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

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Florida concealed carry permit if desired. Pre-registration is required. Please call 352-597-

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

9931 to pre-register. Cost: $60.00.

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

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

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

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

every half hour. Refreshments willavailable  Rudy’s Ribs & BBQ of

 be  for purchase from

Homosassa.Theshow will outsidethe armorybeheldcomerain

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orshine!admission isPleasecallMichaeleen Hurley 

  Parking and  free.    at 352-249-7012.

Cheeseburger “In Paradise” VFW Fundraiser

On Sat. March 3rd starting at 5PM we at the Crystal River VFW post 8189 will

253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL

host a party. A Jimmy Buffett Parrot Head party with money to be raised for the old Homo-

sassa elementary school, to help with the safety patrol trip to Washington D.C. We will have

1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19

Cheeseburger in paradise just like in the song served for $5.00 but if you want it just like

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

the song with cold draft beer it will be $6.00. Music by Pete. 50/50 games ,prizes. best buf-

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

fet style hat, best shirt come have some fun and help our local hometown school. For more

information you can contact Commander Mark Long at 352-795-5012

Everything Made to Order

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

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Captains Cove Outfitters gocash 4 gold ? FOOD RANCH

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

www.alumbaughconstruction.com

Authorized Heritage Kayak Dealer

FREE $10.00 FOOD RANCH

Licensed & Insured CRC058012

ACA-Certified Kayak Instruction • Tours

GIFT CERTIFICATE WITH A GOLD

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!