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The League of Women Voters of Citrus County will have a voter registration booth

at the Patriot's Day Celebration onJuly 3rd at Liberty Park, Inverness. New voters, and those

K of C Council 6168 Summer Blood Drive

who have changed their name, address,party affiliation or signature, must re register.The

The next drive of the joint Blood Ministries of Our Lady of Grace Parish and Knights

booth will be open for registration from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The LWVCC is a non partisan

of Columbus Council 6168 is scheduled for the third Saturday of July, Saturday, July 19,

educational organization.For more info call 382-0032 . Visit us on Facebook. League of

2014, from 8 AM to 1 PM, at Our Lady of Grace Parish Life Center located at 6 Roosevelt

Women Voters of Citrus County.

Blvd., Beverly Hills. The summer is a critical time for collecting blood as many donors are

Applications needed for the Historic Resources Advisory Board

The Historic Resources Advisory Board is currently accepting applications for

Those who give blood give life. The blood is used locally for trauma victims, heart

four positions. The agency was formed on October 28, 2003 to assist county entities to

surgery and others needing the precious gift. All donors are appreciated.

identify, evaluate and protect historic properties. The board requires a varied interest

This drive will feature a deluxe complimentary breakfast of Belgium waffles, sausage and

of persons to discuss, review, and decide on specific items. Contact Amy Pace Planning

eggs provided by Les and Joan Magyar and Craven Reality. In addition there are tokens of

Coordinator,Geographic Resources and Community Planning ,Lecanto, 352-527-5258.

recognition for donors which will feature a "Duck Dynasty" theme shirt.

We again extend heartfelt thanks to all the donors that participated in the May 24

Rain Barrel and Rainwater Harvesting Workshop - August

drive. For any additional information call Life South at 352-527-3061.

Citrus County Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM program is offering two Rain Bar-

Volunteer Courier Needed At Hospice of Citrus

rel workshops on Saturday, August 2, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. and again at 1:00 p.m. Harvested

LECANTO- Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast is currently offering a vol-

rain water is a conservational tool which is used to reduce the consumption of drinkable

unteer courier opportunity. As a volunteer at Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast you

water for outdoor uses. After a discussion about outdoor water use, participants will receive

will have the opportunity to contribute a lot and make a real difference. Volunteers are an

a 55 gal. food-grade rain barrel, with solid brass spigot and mosquito control screening. Pre-

integral part of Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast; getting started is simple and spe-

registration is required by July 26, 2014. Program cost is $50. Register early due to limited

cialized training is provided. Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast makes volunteering

supplies. Workshops are held at the Citrus County Cooperative Extension Building located

convenient, easy and fun. For additional information on the volunteer courier opportunity

at 3650 W Sovereign Path in Lecanto. Please contact Steven Davis at (352) 527-5708

at Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast, call 352.527.2020.

New Exhibit Opens at the Old Courthouse Heritage Museum

Dinner + Movie for 2 Enter to WIN!

Chassahowiztka Springs has been described as a time capsule of Florida history.

Get your name in at any of our shops for a chance to win dinner and movies passes

Beginning with the Paleoindians, who arrived here some 10,000 years ago, to more recent

for 2. No purchase necessary. Entries will be drawn once monthly. Crystal River Mall Din-

tourists who arrived by steamship and train, people have left tantalizing clues about their so-

ner + Movie valid for redemption prior to Oct. 1, 2014. Check local movie listings for times

journs at the Springs. Divers, with assistance from archeologists, have recovered everything

- special passes and restrictions apply. Dinner passes are not valid on gratuity or alcohol.

from ancient wooden paddles, to Spanish pottery shards, to kerosene lamps and old Coke

For more information about this FUN way to treat yourself, Call (352) 795-2585.

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bottles. These artifacts and many more, will soon be on display at the museum in Inverness.

All three neighborhood clubs open for summer camps

Citrus County Genealogical Society

Great things happen at the Boys and Girlsthe Nature Coast

Hometowncooking, and science andand summer is no exception. Out-

News for Clubs robotics sessions will focus on a

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The Citrus County Genealogical Society will meet July 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the

door activities, arts and crafts,

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Serving Inglis, Yankeetown, Dunnellon, Hernando, Crystal River & Homosassa of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3474 W. Southern St., Lecanto. The speaker

different theme each week, including Beach Party, Time Warp, Movie Week and more. We

will be Peter Summersthe will give a brief

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help retain readingrskills with our Summer Brain Gain that incorporates34446 and youth

Add ess: 5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, FL the arts

history of the Mexican War (1846- 1848), describe the records that were created and where

mentoring. We providene: (352) trips for swimming and bowling, day trips are planned

local field 489-4588 · Fax: (727) 447-5788

to find them. For questions call Mary Ann Machonkin 382-5515 or go towww.citrusgeneal-

by age bracket to either Tampa's Museum of Science and Industry, or Lowry Park Zoo. We 

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know summer can be difficult on parents so we make it easy for you. Choose the location

that works ibest ry.NewscasterArchiHills,com · TheHealthcaster.com week Florida Artists Gallery announces class schedule for July

H sto for your family: Beverly ves. Inverness or Homosassa. Choose the

The Florida Artists Gallery & Cafe, located in the historic Knight House at 8219

or weeks that suit your family: we are open now through August 1.

Email,Tom Russell, Publisher: newscaster1@gmail.com

Lynn says she's doing fine and will be back July 7.

Orange Avenue in Floral City, is pleased to announce its schedule of classes to be offered

Citrus County offers First Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com

Email, Debbie Russell, Time Homebuyer's Class

A First Time Homebuyer's class is being offered by Housing Services, a division during the month of July, 2014. For more information, call 352-344-9300.

Painting with Oils,c1 p.m. to 3 attitude Tuesday. Instructor, Connie Townsend.

Ba k with an p.m. every

under the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners. The class will be held 8:30am-

4:30pm on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at the Citrus County Resource Center, located at 2804 Individual instruction, beginnersres - Buy 2, get on free.

Pedicu to advanced. $15 per session. 352-400-9757 or Conni-

W. Marc Knighton Ct. Lecanto, FL 34461. Please call Jen Pollard at (352)527-7522 or Pat etown68@gmail.com.

Wilkerson at (352)527-7526 or you may email Jennifer.Pollard@bocc.citrus.fl.us to register.

The class encompasses the entire home buying process .A variety of industry professionals

6015 Hwy. 40 West · Yankeetown, Florida · 352-447-2505

will present to the class and answer questions throughout the session.

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