The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - September 19, 2012
Community Events & Meetings
Vietnam Traveling Memorial & the Military Order of The Purple Heart
Crystal River - A 3/5 scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Military Order
of The Purple Heart Mural Memorial will be on display at Bicentennial Park from 3pm on
The Women's Health & Fitness Expo
Sept 27th to 9 am on Oct 1st. Ceremonies will be at 10 am on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday.
Mark your calendar – the original Women’s HEALTH & FITNESS Expo, hosted
On 9/27 an Escort Ride to Bicentennial Park will leave Nick Nicholas Ford, Hwy 19,
by the Business Women’s Alliance of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce, will be
Crystal River [bikes out at 9 am] and on 9/30 a Freedom Ride to Bicentennial Park will leave
back again for 2012!
Nick Nicholas Ford, Hwy 44, Inverness [bikes out at 12 noon].
This year’s Expo will be on Saturday, September 22, from 9 AM to 2 PM at the
Contact Tom at tomjn02@yahoo.com or Jim at IMcrazyjim@aol.com if additional
National Guard Armory in Crystal River.
information is needed.
Details on exhibit registration, excellent sponsorship opportunities, and the popu-
Nature Coast Fine Art & True Craft Show
lar Spa Zone are available from Citrus County Chamber of Commerce’s Crystal River office
The public is invited to come out and enjoy the work of many talented artists
at 28 NW Highway 19, phone 352-795-3149.
and artisans at the Tenth Annual Nature Coast Fine Art & True Craft Show at Homosassa
Supplies for Troops in Afghanistan Needed
Springs State Wildlife Park to be held on Saturday, October 13 and Sunday, October 14,
The Center for victim Rights, in Citrus County, Welcome Home Soldiers, and Wear
2012. The show will be located on US Highway 19 next to the Park’s Visitor Center parking
to go Consignment are teaming up again to help out our troops over seas and crime victims
area. The show will open at 9:00 am and run through 4:00 pm both days. Admission is free.
at home.
For more information, please call Laura Hennings (352) 637-4203.
Needed supplies are small size tooth paste, brushes, shampoo, conditioner, soap,
Holiday Art and Craft Show
toothbrushes, mouthwash, combs, dental floss, hand held games, dice games. game books
The Council of Catholic Women of Our Lady of Grace Church, 6 Roosevelt Blvd.,
(word search, crosswords, soduco etc), twin sheets, body wash, deodorant, tampax, panty
Beverly Hills, is hosting its annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair in the Parish Life Cen-
liners, famine powder, baby wipes, salty snacks, hard candy, jerky, and whatever your imag-
ter: Friday, October 26, 9AM to 3 PM; Saturday, October 27, 8 AM to 2 PM; and Sunday,
ination can come up with if you were in Afghanistan and no Walmart to go to! Cash dona-
October 28, 9AM to 2 PM. Christmas and Holiday treasures, handmade crafts, jewelry,
tions are always appreciated.
live plants, books, toys and games, and an array of raffle prizes will be featured. Our Lady
Items can be dropped off at Wear to Go! Times Square Plaza 3802 E. Gulf to Lake
of Grace Monthly Flea Market held on the fourth Saturday of the month will be held out-
Hwy Inverness 34453 (352) 344-WEAR(9327)
side from 8 AM to 2 PM that Saturday in concert with the Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair.
Your on going support is so appreciated. If you have any suggestions, comments,
Refreshments will be available.For more information, contact Fran Wagner at 527-0723 or
or questions please contact Cynthia @ 352-628-6481 at The Center for Victim Rights
Joan Reinhart at 527-7064.
New Soap & Shampoo Drop-Off Locations for We Care
Military Appreciation Luncheon
Two new drop-off locations have been added to Seven Rivers Regional Medi-
Crystal River Woman’s Club Appreciation Luncheon For Military Women is
cal Center s Soap & Shampoo Drive to benefit We Care Food Pantry. Collection bins for
on Monday, November 12, 2012 at noon at the Crystal River Woman’s Clubhouse, 320 N.
unopened body soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, etc. are now at Nature Coast EMS
Citrus Ave, Crystal River. If you have never received an invitation in the past, please contact
(3876 W. Country Hill Drive, Lecanto) and Sunflower Springs Assisted Living Facility, Ho-
Our Pub
Leslie Martineau , 352-746-2396, to be added to the mailing list.
mosassa. Collection bins are also located in the cafeteria of the hospital, at the Seven Rivers
Rehab & Wound Center (1675 S.E. US Hwy. 19, C.R.) and at the Seven Rivers Outpatient
Free Wi-Fi
Laboratory (at 11503 W. Emerald Oaks Drive, Crystal River, just north of the hospital).
New Volunteer Training for Hospice of Citrus
HOMOSASSA -- Hospice of Citrus County will provide Orientation Training for individu-
Restaurant, Lounge
als who are interested in learning more about Hospice and Hospice volunteer opportunities.
& Package Store
The class will be held on
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm at the Hospice of Citrus
County Wings Education Center located at 8471 W. Periwinkle Lane, Suite A, Homosassa.
253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL
The class provides an overview of Hospice philosophy and history. Participants
will become acquainted with services provided by Hospice of Citrus County for patients and
1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19
families. They will also become familiar with the concept of palliative care and learn the
In a Hurry? Call Ahead (352) 447-2406
importance of confidentiality. Attendees will also receive information regarding volunteer-
ing in several different areas. To register for this class or to request training for your group,
Open M,W,Th 11a-12mid, F-S til 1am • Closed Tues.
please call Director of Volunteer Services Cathi Thompson at 352.527.2020
Everything Made to Order
Fresh-Made Salads: Antipasta, Chicken, Chef & Shrimp
Specials, Homemade Soups, Chowders & Chili
Steaks & Seafood Pasta Dishes with Homemade Sauces
Hand-Pressed Hamburgers Cooked Your Way
Pool!
Wings, Subs & Clubs
day FREE
Mon
Pizza, Calzones & Oven-Baked
Subs after 4 pm
Saturday: Prime Rib after 4 pm
Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials
Free Wi-Fi
Captains Cove Outfitters
Randy Alumbaugh
39 W. Highway 40 -
Inglis, Florida
Construction, Inc.
(352) 447-5610
New Homes - Renovations - Additions
www.CaptainsCoveOutfitters.com
Serving Marion, Levy & Citrus Counties
www.alumbaughconstruction.com
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Fax: 352-447-3013
Cell: 352-266-7113
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