The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - May 6, 2009
Community Events & Meetings
AARP Safe Driving Classes
Exceeding speed limits in school zones can be costly when stopped. Fail to stop for
Sea Cadets Recruiting
school bus-$163.50. Exceed limit 1 to5-$113.50, 10 to 14-$263.50, 15 to 19-$313.50. Take an
Are you at least 12 1/2 years of age and looking for a challenge? The Manatee Division
AARP Driver Safety class as a refresher. Check with your insurance carrier to ask if you are
Sea Cadet unit is now recruiting for 2009. They have recently returned from a trip to the "Ameri-
entitled to an insurance discount. Course fee is $14, for AARP members $12. To register for a
can Victory", a naval vessel in Tampa, and will be having a weekend at the small arms range in
class, call the listed instructor. For information regarding future classes contact Charlie Lucente
Hernando County in March. This type of activity plus marching, community involvement, naval
at 726-0753.
orientation, and up to two weeks of away from home training duty awaits those who wish to
May 7 and 8: 8:30 a.m. at First Christian Church, 7030 W.Grover Cleveland
attend our next drill at the Yankeetown Coast Guard Station on Saturday, April 18th at 9 a.m.
Blvd.,Homosassa Springs. Call Carol Thomas at 746-2416
If you can, bring your parents to meet our staff and get the paperwork started. We meet
May 14 and 15: 8:30 a.m. at First Christian Church, 7030 W.Grover Cleveland
every second weekend of the month and there is something different each month. We are a
Blvd.,Homosassa Springs. Call Carol Thomas at 746-2416
completely volunteer organization. Further information can be provided by calling Lieutenant
May 19 and 20: 1:00 PM at Coastal Regional Library, 8619 W. Crystal Street, Crystal
Commander Wambold at 352-216-2342 or Instructor Harvey Dunn at 352-726-7716 or email
River. Call Lou Harmin at 564-0933
nsccmanateediv@tampabay.rr.com. Accept the challenge and become a U. S. Naval Sea Cadet."
May 21 and 22: 8:30 a.m. at First Christian Church, 7030 W.Grover Cleveland
Blvd.,Homosassa Springs. Call Carol Thomas at 746-2416
Music concert at motor speedway, Inverness, May 15th
Beverly Hills and Lecanto: May 12 and 14: 8:15 a.m. at Beverly Hills Recreation Center, 77
The Rotary Club of Inverness Charitable Foundation and the Inverness Olde Towne
Civic Circle. Call Theresa Williams at 746-9497
Association have organized a music concert, "Rock n' the Speedway," that will be held at the
May 23 and 30: 10:30 a.m. at Central Ridge Library, 425 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly
Citrus County Motor Speedway on Friday, May 15.
Hills. Call Kathie Lund at 527-4853
The concert will feature country artist Cristi Vale and her band, Sequel; along with
Inverness, Hernando: Apr. 21 and 22: 9:00 AM at Inverness Elks Lodge, 3580 Lemon Street,
Blood, Sweat & Tears, which bills itself as "one of the greatest horn bands in the history of
Hernando. Call Bob Dicker at 527-2366
popular music;" and Chuck Negron and his band; Chuck started out in the Rondells and was
May 12 and 13: 9:00 a.m. at Citrus Memorial Health Systems Share Club Auditorium.
later a founding member of the R&B group, Three Dog Night.
Corner of Grace and Osceola, Inverness. Call Frank Reesby at 527-7476.
The speedway is located at 3600 S. Florida Ave. (Hwy. 41) in Inverness. Gates will
Market Day with Art in Crystal River
open at 5:30 p.m., and the show will start at 7:00 p.m. and conclude at 11:00 p.m. Food, beer,
This event is on Mother’s Day week-end, Saturday, May 9th and is on grounds of
wine, soda and water will be available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds will be given to
Heritage Village, Crystal River. Come enjoy Fresh Produce, Herbs, plants, flowers, orchids,
the Citrus County School Readiness Program.
and baked and canned pantry items. Local Artists and Crafters are selling their creations just
CCVC Hosts Benefit 9 Hole Scramble Tournament May 24th
in time for Mom. Nature and wildlife education is always welcome. If you would like to set up
Get out the golf clubs and join the fun at the First Annual Citrus County Veterans
or want more information contact 352-564-1400.
Coalition Benefit 9 Hole Scramble at Brentwood Farms off of 486 on Nicole Dr. in Lecanto.
There will be a shotgun start at 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 24th. Another start is schedule for 10:30
a.m. and if necessary a third will be scheduled at 1:00 p.m. There will be a $15 tax deductible
entry fee to include your cart and greens fees with prizes awarded for closest to the pin, fewest
putts, lowest score and much more. Food and drink will also be available with proceeds also
going to help veterans through the Citrus County Veterans Coalition as they continue to work
on their primary projects of “Veterans Helping Veterans.”
It will be a golf swinging good time and the more the merrier. Call now to reserve your
tee times at 352-527-2600.
Bonsai Club Special Meeting May 9, 2009
The Buttonwood Bonsai Club will not be meeting at the church this month. The annual
picnic and auction will be held at member Darwin Mounsey’s residence, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Info can be gathered at either of the two numbers listed below. As usual, the meetings are
open to the public and visitors are welcome. Pres. Sandi Seeders - 352 563 0221 Contact Clay
Gratz - 352 563 2156.
CCVC Monthly Vets Benefit
River Retreat Spa
River
Yard Sale Sat. May 9th
6015 Hwy. 40W
The Citrus County Veterans Coali-
Yankeetown, Florida
tion will close out their monthly benefit Yard
352-447-2505
Sale for the summer season on Saturday, May
Cuts • Color • Barber & Clipper Cuts
9th from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Our Lady of
Redken, Rusk & Chi Products
Masques • Peels • Facials
Fatima Catholic Church, 550 U.S. 41 S. in
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Inverness. Plenty of activities are available
Manicures • Pedicures • Acrylics
throughout the sale with food venders on site,
Tanning • Exercise
Dunnellon's First Saturday - Vendors of every type will be on hand, showcasing their wares,
restroom facilities, plenty of free parking and
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from flea marketeers to antiques, fresh produce to crafts, food to jewelry and so much more.
a play area for the children while mom and
May 2009 SPECIALS
Spring has arrived in Dunnellon and our plant vendors have exactly what you need to satisfy
dad shop. Call Richard Floyd at 352-726-5031
Gift Certificates for Mother’s Day! between 5 and 7 p.m. Monday thru Friday.
that Spring fever. New vendors keep the event ever changing but favorites like Yalaha Bakery
Permanent Makeup-$100 Off New Procedure! Reserved spaces not occupied by 7 a.m. on
will be back with their deliciously famous baked goods and Debe’s Garden will be back with
Half-Hour Back Massage - $35
the a huge selection of fresh herb plants, unusual pepper plants and all kinds of vegetables
yard sale day will be sold on a first come first
Pedicure & H/C Combo - $45
and edibles. Civic and fraternal groups are encouraged to participate and help make this event
served basis.
a true community affair. It should be noted that many historic district residents are scheduling
Bubba’s Fin & Feather
“yard sales” on the First Saturdays also. For additional information, please call 465-9200.Shown
Above: The ladies from the Lions Club are always ready to make sure you get a great bargain!
Monday - Happy Hour All day
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