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Community Events

Summer Music at the Museum Concert Series

Peter Alden in concert as "Elvis," August 17. The Inverness Cultural Heritage

Council continues its third annual "Summer Music at the Museum Concert Series" on

Register for Citizens' Academy classes

Thursday, August 17, with Peter Alden in concert as "Elvis." Peter started his lifelong jour-

The next Sheriff's Citizens' Academy class begins on August 3 and runs through

ney as an Elvis tribute artist, with the role of Elvis in Bye, Bye, Birdie! Peter has worked for

Oct. 26 on Thursdays, with the exception of August 31. Hours for the day class are 1:00-4:00

years to perfect his performance, and fans allo over the world rank his tribute to Elvis as one

pm, and the evening class hours are 6:00-9:00 pm. Call Lee Alexander at 352-341-7486. Fill

of the best in the world. The concert event begins at 7:00 pm, and doors open at 6:00 pm. All

out an application on the citrus County Sheriff's Office website, www.SheriffCitrus.org

seats are $25. Proceeds benefit the Citrus County Student Scholarship Program. Please call

romoting Female Veterans

352-341-6428 to reserve your seat.

Female Veterans Moving Forward FemaleVeteransNetwork.org was started in

Craft show in Crystal River on Sat., Aug. 26

Citrus County, January 2017. Please go to the site and send us your contact information

The Citrus County Craft Council will hold its 28th-annual "Harvest Moon Craft

and any suggestions on how to help the group thrive. Female veterans and supporters

Show" on Sat., Aug. 26, 10:00 am-3:00 pm at the National Guard Armory, located at 8551

wanted and welcomed. Fundraisers, grant help, and donations needed and greatly appreci-

W. Venable St. in Crystal River.

ated. Cyn271@yahoo.com.

Dozens of crafters will display a wide variety of handcrafted items for sale at

Citrus FREE JAM, concert for teens, to be held in Lecanto

reasonable prices, such as jewelry, hand sewn items, woodworked items and toys, soaps,

The Youth Concert Series and Friday Night Done Right (FNDR) - which

handbags, shell art, floral designs, yard art, delectable edibles, knitted and crocheted items,

empowers middle and high school students by giving them positive alternatives as to how

and much more.

they spend Friday nights and other times, as well - is presentiong Citrus FREE JAM on

Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Every half hour a donated hand-

Sat., Aug. 26, 7:00-10:00 pm, at Lecanto Community Park, located at 3505 W. Educational

crafted items will be raffled, with the proceeds benefitting Jessie's Place, Citrus County's

Path in Lecanto. Admission is FREE! Local acts to perform are Trinity Ann and 3-Fifty-2,

Child Advocacy Center.

featuring Sophie Noelle. The concert is an alcohol, drug and tobacco free event for teens,

For details, call show chairman, Vanessa, at 352-527-3378 or email her at Info@

presented by Citrus County Parks & Recreation, Anti-Drug Coalition of Citrus County and

CitrusCountyCraftCouncil.org

the Citrus County Sheriff's Office. For additional information, call 352-527-7540.

Butterfly Presentation at Wildlife Park

Creating a Florida-friendly Landscape

Jeff Rundell, a Park Volunteer and retired biology teacher invites you to Learn

Citrus County Utilities Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Program is offering a free

about the Butterflies and Moths and other characters with more than four legs at his presen-

gardening workshop on August 22, 2017 from 2:00-3:30 pm. Plan before you plant is an

tation on Thursday, August 24, 2017, starting at 1:00 pm in the Florida Room of the park's

important concept when developing sustainable garden ideas. Basic principles of land-

Visitor Center located on US 19. As a Park volunteer Rundell does outreach program, works

scape design include: site evaluation, selection and placement of the right plant' and es-

in the Discovery Center, and has created a variety of displays. He spent his career teaching

tablishment practices for newly installed sustainable gardens. "What is and how to create a

Biology in the Adirondack region of northern New York. He is a product of the State Uni-

Florida-friendly Landscape" is the theme of this workshop. Classes are held at the Citrus

versity of New York and has done graduate work in Minnesota and in Ohio. He is an officer

County Extension Service building located at 3650 W Sovereign Path in Lecanto. Please

of the Orchid Lovers Club in Spring Hill.

contact Steven Davis at (352) 527-5708 to confirm your participation.

Democratic Executive Committee Meeting

Our Lady of Grace-K of C Council 6168 Blood Drive

The Citrus County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) meeting is Wednes-

The next blood drive for Our Lady of Grace, K of C Council 6168 blood ministries

day, August 16, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Citrus County Democrats' office in space 591 at the

is scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2017, from 8 AM to 1 PM in Our Lady of Grace Par-

Crystal River Mall. All registered Democrats are welcome to attend.

ish Life Center, 6 Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills. The need for blood is constant, and with

The Citrus County DEC is responsible for managing the affairs of the Florida Dem-

less people available in the summer season, it is extremely important for all possible donors

ocratic Party (FDP) within the county. Membership of the DEC includes elected Precinct

to contribute to this local drive. Your donation of the gift of life keeps giving long after the

Committeemen and Committeewomen who represent the registered voters of their precinct.

event. A reminder that Life South is the exclusive provider of blood for the Citrus County

hospitals to be used as needed by our family, friends and neighbors. There will be a com-

Mermaids & Margaritas debuts Sept 9 at Ft. Island Gulf Beach

plimentary continental breakfast and tokens of appreciation for all donors. If there are any

A new event is coming to the shores of Fort Island Gulf Beach in Crystal River on

questions call Life South at 352-527-3061.

Sept. 9 that is destined to become a legend!

"Mermaids & Margaritas", Citrus County's newest and certain to be most enter-

Citrus Democrats' Movie Night

taining! -- festival will debut on Saturday, Sept 9, from noon 8 pm at the beach at the end

On Thursday, August 24 at 6:30 pm, the Citrus County Democratic Executive

of Fort Island Trail in Crystal River.

Committee (DEC) is hosting a free showing of the movie "13th", followed by a discussion,

Enjoy the mermaids on the beach and in the water, and get a close up look at each

in their office at Suite 591 in the Crystal River Mall. Refreshments will be provided. The

one-of-a-kind tail.

2016 documentary, named for the Thirteenth Amendment, explores the link between slavery

Want to be a mermaid yourself? Consider entering the Ms. Mermaid and Mr. Mer-

and today's prison system. The film was nominated for an Oscar and won "Best Documen-

man contests and strut your stuff.

tary" by British Academy of Film Awards (BAFTA).

Citrus County Democratic Black Caucus Meets

Shoes and socks drive for needy children in Citrus County

The Citrus County Democratic Black Caucus will meet Saturday, August 19, at 12

Nature Coast Volunteer Center (NCVC) of Citrus County and Retired and Senior

noon, at Oysters Restaurant, 606 N.E. Highway 19, Crystal River. All registered Democrats

Volunteer Program (RSVP) are sponsoring the "Two Good Soles" drive, collecting new

are welcome to attend. For more information call, 352-522-1859.

shoes and socks for children in need through September 11th. 2017 marks the 16th anni-

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versary of the 9/11 attacks and has been designated a National Day of Service and Remem-

Rails to Trails Bike Ride registration underway!

brance. Everyone is invited to participate in the remembrance of 9/11 by making a donation

It's time to sign up for the 23rd Annual Rails to Trails Bike Ride on the Withla-

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of new shoes and sockssing at Reasonable Ralocatedrthroughout Citrus rCounty. W Marion

Adverti at several donation boxes tes fo S Levy, NE Cit us & SCon-

coochee State Trail which will take place on Sunday, October 1. $35 registration ($15 ages

venient drop-off locations are as follows:S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446

12 and younger) covers continental breakfast and catered lunch in Inverness, five fully-

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Central Citrus Community Center,PhonW. Marc ) 489-458Ct. Lecanto(727) 362-4788

2804 e: (352 Knighton 8 Fax:

stocked rest areas (about every 7-10 miles), T-shirt, and chances to win door prizes, includ-

Central Ridge Community Center, 77 CivicsCircle, Beverlyer: thenewscaster1@gmail.com

Email, Tom Ru sell, Publish Hills

ing bikes, gift cards, and gift baskets. Participants may ride any distance they wish, from 1

Citrus County Libraries--allail, Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.co

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to 100 miles. The Withlacoochee State Trail, known as The Friendliest Trail in the Country,

Citrus County Resource Center, 2804 TMarc Knighton Ct., Lecanto

is a scenic paved rail-trail, so riders of all abilities can enjoy its shady, car-free miles. This

Citrus County Schools, District Service Center, Inverness

ride is the ONLY fundraiser for the Trail each year, and proceeds are used for trail upkeep,

Citrus County Tax Collectors Office, Crystal River and Inverness

enhancements, and amenities. For more information or to sign up: www.rttwst.org.

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