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Community Events   13th
C.R. Boat Parade 14th Annual
When: Saturday, December 10th, 2016 Theme: Decorate for "Classic Characters
LWVCC Holiday Party at Van der Valk. December
of Christmas" Time: Parade begins at 6:15pm Come watch the boat parade from any loca-
The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters of Citrus County for a
tion on Kings Bay to see SANTA before he takes off on his trip from the North Pole! FREE
holiday celebration on December 13 at 11:30 AM. It will be held at Van der Valk Restaurant
ENTRY! Anyone wanting to participate is welcome to meet (with a decorated boat) near
, 4543 E. Windmill Dr. , Inverness, 34453.
the river markers in Kings Bay at 4:45pm for line up. Parade starts promptly at 6:15pm. A
The guest speakers will be Andrea Rea and Dr. Tom Hibberd who will share their
designated route and entry number will be given to each participating boat. For more infor-
experience on the March to Washington- Spotlight on United Citizens.
mation or to register, contact Capt. Suzie Martin at (352)586-8068.
There is limited seating and reservations are required by December 1 st.The lun-
Nature Coast Volunteer Center Sets Special Needs Call Down Drill
cheon is $20.00.with four menu choices. Haddock Sandwich or Lakeside Crispy Chicken
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), a program of the Nature Coast
Wrap, both with cole slaw.Blue Cheese & Bacon Salad or the Chef's Special Vegetarian
Volunteer Center (NCVC) is hosting a Special Needs Call-Down Drill. It will be held on
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Salad. Dessert and Coffee or Tea are included.Please remit check for $20.00 to LWVCC,
Tuesday, December 6, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The training exercise is being
P.O. Box 1903, Lecanto,Fl. 344460-1903 along with your choice of menu. Theme Baskets
5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446
sponsored in partnership with Citrus County Sheriff's Office Emergency Management Sec-
and Share : (352) 48drawings Available. 27) 362-­4788
Phonethe Wealth 9-­4588 Fax: (7 Please call 352-382-0032 for more info.
tion. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance and have the option of register-
EmailFREE Petsadoptionsswith LicensesFeetthe@gmail.com
, Tom Ru sell, Publi her: thenew cas er1 month of November
ing with the Volunteer Center so they may be called upon to serve during an actual evacu-
mail, DebbieCitrus County Animal ebbienewscaster@gmail.cpet adoptions, dogs and cats
Russell, Editor: dServices will be offering FREE om
ation. Refreshments will be served. The training will be held at the Citrus County Transit
with the purchase of a $10 County License during the month of November. Your adoption
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Center, 1300 S. Lecanto Hwy. in Lecanto. For registration and more information, call the
will include; the spay/neuter surgery, a microchip, rabies vaccination at no additional cost.
Nature Coast Volunteer Center at 352-249-1275.
Citrus County Animal Shelter is located at 4030 S. Airport Road, Inverness.
Next Meeting for Citrus Tourism & Development Council
Tuesday, December 14th, 2016 @ 9:00am Meetings are held at the Lecanto Gov-
ernment Building. Dates for 2017 will be announced as soon as they are available. As
always, our industry partners are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings of the TDC.
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Please join us for this learning opportunity!
Nights Of Lights Fort Cooper State Park Dec. 9, 10 & 11
The magic and mystery of the holiday season will be experienced by visitors who
enter Fort Cooper State Park during the annual Nights of Lights, sponsored by the Friends
2016
of Fort Cooper. This year's Nights of Lights will be held on Dec. 9, 10 and 11 at Fort Coo-
per State Park, 3100 S. Old Floral City Road in Inverness from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The trails,
Inglis Christmas Parade
trees, pavilion and social hall will be decked out in holiday decorations. Santa Claus will
welcome children each night in the social hall. Refreshments will be served in the park
"The Night Before Christmas"
pavilion and holiday music will be broadcast along the trails. In lieu of an entrance fee,
visitors are asked to bring a non-perishable food item or toy for the Citrus United Basket of
Inverness or pet food for the Citrus County Animal services. Call 352-726-0315.
Saturday December 10 4:00 pm
Entrants Invited to Manatee Festival
Christmas Party with Santa
Fine Artists are invited to participate in the Florida Manatee Festival Plans are
being made for the 30th Annual Florida Manatee Festival; two fun-filled days of fine art,
delicious food, live entertainment, children games, manatee tours, and lots more to take
After Parade at
place on Saturday and Sunday, January 14th and 15th 2017 in historic downtown Crystal
River Florida. The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite any Fine Art
Inglis community Center
Exhibitors interested in participating in the 2017 Manatee Festival, please contact the Citrus
Signup and Application Packets Available
County Chamber for further information at (352) 795-3149.
Our Lady of Grace-K of C Council 6168 Blood Drive
at Inglis Town Hall
The next blood drive for Our Lady of Grace, K of C Council 6168 blood ministries
is scheduled for Saturday, December 17, 2016, from 8 AM to 1 PM in Our Lady of Grace
Deadline to Enter: 12/02/2016
Parish Life Center, 6 Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills.
Entries Needed
Again, a complimentary breakfast is available for all donors as well as individual
tokens of appreciation. Please come to join your fellow donors at this important event. If
Be Part of the Fun!!
there are any questions call Life South at 352-527-3061.
Sponsored by Inglis Recreation Committee
Holiday Ethnic Bake Sale
The St. Raphael Orthodox Church Holy Myrrhbearers invite everyone to our
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Holiday Ethnic Bake Sale + Buttons & Bows on Saturday, Dec. 10, 9am-2pm. We will be
featuring many different kinds of wonderful baked goodies. Also browse for gently used
5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446
call 352-‐447-‐2203
handbags, shoes, costume jewelry & trinkets. 1277 N. Paul Drive, Inverness (off Hwy. 41
Phone: (352) 489-4588  Fax: (727) 362-4788
Email, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.comI
North, across from Dollar General). Call 352-201-1320.
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Inglis Christmas Parade
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Inventory Reduction Sale:
3 gal. 7 gal. 10 gal. 15 gal.