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Community Events & Meetings
Hospice Presents "Good Grief" Program
LECANTO—Hospice of Citrus County presents a four-part educational program titled
“Good Grief” which will be held on four Monday evenings beginning on Monday, Janu-
U.S. Census Jobs in Marion, Sumter, Levy and Citrus counties
ary 25 and continuing Monday,  February 1; Monday, February 8 and Monday, February 
The Census Bureau is hiring in the four county areas. All applicants must take a
15.    The class will be held from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at the Hospice of Citrus County Central 
basic multiple choice test, administered throughout the area there is a national toll-free job
Clinical Office located at 4005 N. Lecanto Hwy., Beverly Hills (In the Beverly Hills Plaza). 
line 1-866-861-2010 that will put potential hires in contact with the local office. For more 
Individuals are often surprised at the physical and emotional effects of grief. This four-
information call the local office at 352-414-7230.
part workshop will offer information that will assist grievers on how to cope with the array
Accordian Adventure Meetings
of emotions commonly experienced. The program will be moderated by Jonathan Beard, 
These meetings to be held the third Wednesday of every month at ZIP’S ITAL-  Wings Grief Services Manager with Hospice of Citrus County. “Together we will see our 
IAN STEAKHOUSE ;  11738 Broad Street (US 41)  Brooksville  from 6:00 - 9:00 PM ;   grief  from  a  fresh  perspective,  allowing  us  to  be  strengthened  by  our  experiences”  said 
 
Happy hour 4:00 - 6:00 PM;   early bird specials - extensive menu.
Beard. “These are issues which we all face.”
We are an informal group of accordionist / enthusiast of all levels of performance.
To register to attend this free four-session program, contact Jonathan Beard at Hos-
Join us for our  “Valentines Day Dance / Jam”  on February 17, 2010.  Public welcome,   pice of Citrus County at (352) 527-2020 or (866) 642-0962.
Contact:  Cathy 352-686-0975:   Peggy  352-442-5574; 
Buttonwood Bonsai Club Regular Meeting
H1N1 Flu Vaccines Available to Enrolled Veterans
 
This  month's  meeting  is  February  13,  2010,9:30  A.M.    First  Presbyterian 
  
GAINESVILLE - Flu season is still with us.  In an effort to reduce the impact of 
Church,1501 SE Hwy 19,Crystal River.
the 2009 H1N1 flu and connected illness, eligible veterans may obtain a flu vaccination at 
              Florida  bonsai  artist,  Rob  Kempinski,  world  renown,  and  author  of  “Introduction  to 
the Gainesville VA Medical Center, near the main lobby.
Bonsai”  will  be  the  headline  presenter  at  the  February  2010  meeting  of  the  Buttonwood 
  
“This is an especially challenging influenza season this year,” stated Dr. Lew Ra-
Bonsai Club. As usual, the meetings are open to the public and visitors are welcome.  For 
donovich, Director of the VA National Center for Occupational Health and Infection Con-
more  information  contact:    Pres.  Jim  Stephens  -  352  848  0102  or    Clay  Gratz  -  352  563 
trol.   “Many people have suffered severe consequences from the flu.  It is important for 
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Veterans to get the H1N1 flu shot, especially those who might be pregnant, or have medical 
“Annual State of Maine Day”
conditions such as asthma, chronic lung disease, heart disease, diabetes, or weakened im-
 
This event is being held on February 9th at the Beverly Hills Recreation Hall on 77 
mune systems.” He added, “Flu season is still with us. Don’t let your guard down.”
Civic Circle in Beverly Hills. Doors open at 10AM and serving starts at 11:30 by the num-
  
Flu vaccine is the best measure of protection from influenza virus.  Also remember 
ber. Cost is $5.00 per person PLUS a Salad or Casserole per couple to share. We provide the 
to  wash  your  hands  frequently,  cover  your  coughs  and  sneezes,  and  stay  home  and  away 
settings, plus coffee-iced tea-lemonade and dessert. The entertainment this year is “Sally
from others if you are sick.  For more information please contact Jackie Beane at 352-376-
Langlois and her Vegas Buddies”. Excellent entertainer, you don’t want to miss her. Also, 
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there are door prizes. This is open to Mainers and their friends from any state.
Safe Sitter Training for Baby Sitters
  
CRYSTAL RIVER - Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center will offer a Safe Sit-
Peace Lutheran Pancake Supper
ter® class for girls and boys age 11 to 13 on Saturday, February 6 at the hospital. Registra-
            The 19th Annual Potato Pancake Supper, at Peace Lutheran Church, will take place 
tion for the program is open until Monday, January 25. Safe Sitter® is a medically accurate 
on Tuesday, February 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.             
program that teaches young adolescents how to handle emergencies. The cost is $35.
             Tickets are only $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for children 11 and under.  Children un-
der 2 are welcome at no charge. Tickets can be purchased at the door the day of the supper.
Everyone in Dunnellon and surrounding communities is invited to attend this much
Pioneer Precision Metals
anticipated supper.  Peace Lutheran Church (The Church On The Hill) is located at 7201 
South Highway 41, 5 miles north of Dunnellon.  For more information call the church office 
and Powder Coating
at 352-489-5881.
Center for Victim Rights is collecting cell phones
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
816 Hwy. 40 E
  
The Center for Victim Rights assists victims of crime by directing them to avail-
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able resources, including victim compensation.  This is a FREE service and resources are 
Inglis, Florida
Channel Diamond Plate
(352)447-6103
available NATIONWIDE.
(866)481-2935
Aluminum Steel Stainless
The Center is also available to speak to groups to let folks know all they may be
eligible for should they become a victim of a crime. An ongoing program is collecting no
Powder Coating Fabrication
Toll-Free
longer wanted cell phones from the community. The Center has partnered with a local
email: pioneerprecision@comcast.net
restaurant in order to reward those who want to participate. Peking Garden, US 19,Crystal 
River. will offer a FREE dessert or beverage to anyone bringing in a cell phone throughout 
the month of February. To set up a speaker contact The Center at 352-628-6481.
Bubba’s Fin & Feather
River Retreat Spa
FREE Online ADS!
6015 Hwy. 40W
Mon-Happy hour all day - Bowling Tourny 7:30
Yankeetown, Florida
You can now place free ads
Tue-Bike night/Open Mic 8pm-? $1 draft 8-10pm
352-447-2505
on our website:
- 1st Tues.every mo. Lingere Show 7:30pm
Cuts • Color • Barber & Clipper Cuts
Redken, Rusk & Chi Products
Wed-$1.75 cans all day-pool tourny 7:30pm
www.thenewscaster.com/
Off Hwy 40
Masques • Peels • Facials
Thur-Bar bingo 2-4 - Dart tourny 7:30pm
On Lk. Rousseau
Permanent Make-Up
classifieds
Manicures • Pedicures • Acrylics
$1.75 Rum & Coke
Call 447-2755
Save Time!
Tanning • Exercise
for info
Fri-Karaoke 8pm pizza $1 slice
Massage - lic. # MM19077
You can also place a paid
Sat-2/6 B-Day Bash Pig Roast Pot Luck 6pm
February Specials
Hours 12pm-UBD
print ad at the same location,
His & Her Massages
Live Band 8-12pm.
Mon-Sun.
Sun-2/7 Super Bowl Party $10 Kill the keg,
same time.
2 for $99
R.V & Tent
Free Food 2-4-1 mixed drinks
Gym Open 5 Days/week
sites available
SERVICE
SALES
Register Cracker Farm
Buddy & Fred's Hardware
517 Hwy 40 W - Inglis,FL - 352-447-2600
John C. Meyers, Sr.
9225 N. Rainelle Ave. • Crystal River, FL
Mov
BuddyAndFreds.com
Mobile Locksmith
Off Dunnellon Rd (488) - 2nd street W of Citrus Ave. (495)
Established 1983
ing
Family Owned & Operated Hydroponic Farm, Quality
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm & Sat 8am-2pm
Produce Naturally Grown. “Drop By and See How We Grow.”
Sale
Serving Citrus, S. Levy & Dunnellon
R.V. Accessories
Cell (352) 422-4770
R.V. Sewer Part - Paint - Keys - Garden - Patio
Call Us:
Open to the Public
746-1028
Plumbing - Electrical - Nuts - Bolts - Tools
(352)
(352) 563-1604
Fresh Strawberries
Stainless - LP Gas Heaters - Thermacell - Case Knives
Bonded & Certified
& Much More
(863) 978-8434
Leatherman Tools - Unique Tank Chemicals
REPAIRS