The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - March 2, 2011
Community Events & Meetings
Civil War Reenactment
The Nature Coast Civil War Reenactment will be held on March 12th and 13th at
the Holcim Mine property 8 miles North of Crystal River on US Highway 19. Don't miss
the battle at 2:00 PM each day. Entry donation is $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for students,
ages 9 to 17. Children 8 and under are admitted free of charge.
The public is invited to education day on Friday, March 11th, from 9:30 AM until
2:00 PM. Save your ticket from Friday for free admission on Saturday or Sunday.
The Petite Gardener and other stories
Author Robin Thomas of Citrus Springs is pleased to announce the release of her
new book, The Petite Gardener and other stories. Motivated by the desire to have a few
moments to push aside the sadness and worries of the world, Thomas has put together a col-
lection of short stories that will “take you away” then leave you feeling gratified and with
a smile on your face. A book signing is scheduled for March 5th at the Grumbles House in
Dunnellon.
Citrus County Genealogical Society Meeting
The Citrus County Genealogical Society will meet March 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the
Church of Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3474 W. Southern St., Lecanto. The speaker, Sharon
Tate Moody, C.G., Certified Genealogist and retired law enforcement officer will talk about
“With This Ring: What Happened to Grandma at the Altar.” For many generations women
legally ceased to exist when they married. This lecture will focus on the laws that governed
them and the records they created. Guests are welcome to attend. For questions call Mary
Members of the Key Club under the direction of Dana Fields, Faculty Adviser and Family and
Ann Machonkin at 352-382-5515.
Consumer Science teacher (Home EC in my day) put the finishing touches on this Hummer
20th Annual Potato Pancake Supper at Peace Lutheran Church
Saturday in Crystal River. The Crystal River High Schoolers are earning money for 10 members
The 20th Annual Potato Pancake supper will be held on Shrove Tuesday, March 8,
to go to convention in May in Orlando. This community service organization is sponsored by
at Peace LutheranChurch, Dunnellon, from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. This event is a fa-
the Kiwanis (Crystal River Central Ridge Club.) Among this group’s projects is a volunteer
vorite among residents of the area and many return, year after year. The menu consists of
tutoring program two times a week at Citrus County primary schools. Newscaster Photo
potato pancakes or regular pancakes, ham, fruit cup, beverage and dessert. Tickets may be
“Art in the Park” presented by the Friends of Rainbow Springs
purchased at the door, or at Peace Lutheran booth at the Dunnellon First Saturday event on
“Art in the Park” is a fine art show and sale conducted by local art groups amidst
March 5. The cost is $5 for adults, $2.50 for children ages 5 through 12, and children under
the beautiful background of Rainbow Springs State Park. The event is Saturday, March 5th
5 will be admitted at no charge. “The Church On The Hill,” is located 5 miles north of Dun-
and Sunday, March 6th, running both days from 9 am till 4 pm with the following weekend
nellon, at 7201 US Hwy 41 S. For more information, call 352-489-5881.
as a rain date if needed. These talented artists represent the Citrus Watercolor Club, The
Ocala Art Group,Gallery East and the Ocala Digital Art Masters. Live musical entertain-
Will McLean Festival Features Florida's Finest Folk
ment will be provided both days from 11 am to 3 pm. Rainbow Springs State Park is lo-
The 22nd annual Will McLean Folk Music Festival will headline noted recording
cated four miles north of Dunnellon on US 41 (The Desoto Trail), admission to the Park is
artist Mindy Simmons and fifty other of Florida’s contemporary acoustic musicians, March
only $2 per person. “Art in the Park” is presented by Rainbow Springs State Park and the
11,12 and 13 at the Sertoma Youth Ranch campground, 85 Myers Road, Brooksville, 34602
Friends of Rainbow Springs State Park (FORS) with the help of our dedicated volunteers.
Several of the five performance areas will feature young performers including Jub-
For additional information, please call (352) 465-8555.
al’s Kin, Surf Road Project and Lee Townsend’s Tumblin’ Creek Bluegrass Band.
Do You Have Questions About Medicare?
Four-Person Scramble Golf Tournament, Crystal River, March 26
Do you have questions about your options for Medicare or Medicare/Medicaid,
The “We Care Food Pantry” in Homosassa invites golfers to participate in a Four-
Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Part D Prescription Drug Plans, or Medicare Billings?
Person Golf Scramble at the Seven Rivers Golf and Country Club in Crystal River on Satur-
If you do, come see SHINE, a volunteer program with the Florida Department of Elder
day, March 26, with a 9:00 a.m., sharp, shotgun start. There will be refreshments, prizes and
Affairs for one-on-one counseling. SHINE provides free, unbiased and confidential assis-
drawings. The tournament will be held at the Seven Rivers Golf and Country Club located
tance. If you cannot come to a site, call the Elder Helpline at 1-800-262-2243 to be referred
at 795 W. Pinebrook St., Crystal River. The cost to play in the tournament is $40 per person,
to a SHINE Volunteer. SHINE’s next site is on: Wednesday, March 9th,10:00am-Noon
and proceeds will benefit the We Care Food Pantry in Homosassa, an all-volunteer 501(c)
AF Knotts Library (Yankeetown)
(3) public charity. Call the food pantry at (352) 628-9333 or email at wecarefood@gmail.
com Checks should be made payable to We Care Food Pantry.
Donations Needed for Yard Sale Items to Feed the Needy
We Care Food Pantry, Homosassa, is asking for donations of unwanted items for a
large yard sale that will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 9 and 10. All donated items
will be placed for sale, and the proceeds will be used to feed the needy in Citrus County. The
food pantry is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization, located at 5530 Mason Creek Rd.,
Homosassa, just off Yulee Dr., across from the Homosassa Elementary School, behind the
fire station. To donate or receive additional information, call the food pantry at (352) 628-
9333 or email them at wecarefood@gmail.com. Arrangements can be made for the pick-up
of large or numerous items.
Tickets Available for “Spring Fling” Dance
Tickets are still available for the Spring Fling Dance, Wednesday,March 23, from
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Citrus Springs Community Center,at 1570 W. Citrus Springs Bou-
levard in Citrus Springs. The public is invited to dance the night away with Center Stage,
a 20-Piece Orchestra. Light refreshments prepared by the Sunshine Cafe. Tickets are $15
per person and proceeds go to Citrus County Senior Meal Programs. For tickets or more
information, call 352-527-5975.
Inglis Super Stop Restaurant
GOLF CARTS
Captains Cove Outfitters
Open 5 am - 3 pm for Breakfast & Lunch
39 W. Highway 40 - Inglis, Florida
RENTALS & SALES
Daily Lunch Specials $5.99
(352) 447-5610, 283-0492 or 283-0493
Tires
Specials Include DRINK & FRIES
www.CaptainsCoveOutfitters.com
Parts AUTHORIZED DEALER OF
HOURS:
Temporarily
Service
Kayak Sales & Rentals
Closed
Batteries
Authorized Heritage Kayak Dealer
Dine-In
794 N. Suncoast Blvd. • Crystal River • (352) 564-0744
ACA-Certified Kayak Instruction • Tours
or Call-Ahead
Just North & Opposite of Dairy Queen
U.S. Hwy. 19
High-Quality New Tackle • Bait • Ice
for Take-Out
447-4047
(at C.R. 40)
www.ezridegolfcarts.mysite.com
Shell Gas
352-
22 lbs. of ICE FREE w/purchase of 100 Shrimp!
Inglis, Florida