The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
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Sign Up for Ozello Adventure Race Has Begun
Community Events & Meetings
The Ozello Adventure Races web site (visit www.thenewscaster.com for a link) is
currently receiving applications for the April 30th Triathlon consisting of kayaking, bicy-
Soldier Welcome Home Set for April 1
cling and running. Barry Schwartz, the OAR Race Director’s email address is schwartzbb@
160 soldiers will be welcomed home between April 1st and 10th at the Crystal
gmail.com.
River Armory after being in Afghanistan for a year and baskets are being assembled for each
The OAR race is all about raising money for students who want to continue studies
of the soldiers. Contributions are greatly appreciated. If anyone wants to go to the airport
beyond high school. It is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Central Ridge-Crystal River.
contact Barbara for details at 352-422-6236 .
The goal this year is to have at least 100 racers as individuals or teams
If you have a function any time this year that you would let Barbara set up a table
The Kiwanis Club is also asking for volunteers to help keep the race organized and
please contact her at 352-422-6236. Welcoming individual soldiers home is an ongoing
safe. Registration and information for volunteers is also available on the web site.
project as long as there are troops over seas so the need is constant!
Business owners can sponsor the race for a $100 donation and their names and
Cedar Key’s 47th Annual Fine Art Festival April 2nd & 3rd
logos are printed on the official OAR t-shirt. The racers and sponsors will receive a free t
In two and a half weeks, historic downtown Cedar Key will transform into a cel-
shirt featuring “Ozzie” the mascot..
ebration of fine art. Old Florida Celebration of the Arts is celebrating its 47th anniversary,
Kiwanis encourages the word be spread to friends, family and neighbors. They
and for its 2nd consecutive year the Cedar Key Arts Center proudly presents one of the
hope to see you bright and early, Saturday April 30th (9am)at Pirates Cove, Ozello, Florida.
premier outdoor fine arts festivals in the state. Three city blocks on Historic 2nd Street will
Come walk with others who share your grief
be showcasing 125 fine artists who specialize in a variety of mediums. Festival visitors will
INVERNESS-- Hospice of Citrus County will sponsor “Grief’s Journey…A Walking
have the opportunity to meet these artists, sample wonderful local cuisine, and enjoy live
Group” which will meet every Wednesday morning at 9:00 am at Whispering Pines Park,
entertainment in City Park.
Parking Area E., Inverness.
The walking group is open to individuals who are grieving the death of a signifi-
Youth Musical Theater Camp
Youths ages 9 to 18 are invited to register for an interview April 4 and 5 to partici-
cant person in their life. It combines informal support, fresh air and exercise. It is a time to
pate in the Art Center’s Youth Summer Musical Theatre Camp. Appointments will begin at
walk and talk, at a relaxed pace, with other who are grieving and to share ideas and support.
4:30 in the AE Building at the Art Center of Citrus County. Role Assignments and registra-
“Grief’s Journey…A Walking Group” is not a fitness program. It is an adult –only fitness
tion for the camp will be held April 9, 10:00am. The camp will include instruction in acting,
group for all fitness levels. It is a means to reflect on the grief journey with others. Impor-
singing, dancing, set design, costume/props and technical theatre and will be conducted
tant note: The Group will not walk on days when the temperature is above 90 degrees or
week days June 13-June 24, 9:00 to 3:00.
during thunderstorms. For additional information on “Grief’s Journey, A Waling Group”,
The registration fee for the two weeks is $100. “The Magical Wizard of Oz” will
contact Lynn Miller at 352.527.2020.
be presented to the public by the camp participants, 7:30pm, June 24 and 25, and 2:00pm,
Friday Flicks - April 15
June 26 at the Art Center Theatre, contact Sharon Harris at clayart@tampabay.rr.com or
“Strangers in Good Company” will be shown at 7 PM Friday April 15, at the
call 352-527-9372 for the interview appointment information.
Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship. This is a mesmerizing tale of 8 “older” women who
becomes stranded when their bus breaks down in the Wilderness. However, the crisis turns
Donations Needed for Yard Sale Items to Feed the Needy
into a magical time of good humor and spirit. Suggested donation is $3; soda and popcorn
We Care Food Pantry, Homosassa, is asking for donations of unwanted items for a
will be available. 7633 No. Florida Ave. (rte 41) in Citrus Springs. Information: 860-0602
large yard sale that will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 9 and 10. All donated items
will be placed for sale, and the proceeds will be used to feed the needy in Citrus County. The
ew! email news to: news@thenewscaster.com
food pantry is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization, located at 5530 Mason Creek Rd.,
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Homosassa, just off Yulee Dr., across from the Homosassa Elementary School, behind the
fire station. To donate or receive additional information, call the food pantry at (352) 628-
9333 or email them at wecarefood@gmail.com. Arrangements can be made for the pick-up
of large or numerous items.
‘First Saturday Village Market’ in Dunnellon, April 2
The Historic Village Shops of Dunnellon presents “First Saturday Village Market,”
held on the first Saturday of every month, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The event is a combi-
nation flea market and sidewalk sale, with vendors and merchants lined-up on the streets.
The next Village Market will be held on Sat., April 2, in the historic area of Dunnellon:
Cedar St. (Hwy. 40), Chestnut and Walnut Sts. and W. Pennsylvania Ave. For additional
information, please call (352) 465-9200.
CCVC Officers for 2011: Secretary, Joe McClister; Treasurer, Fred Daniels; Sgt. At Arms, Nick
Rizo; Service Officer, Bill Geden; 1st Vice-Chair, Ray Michael; P R. & Web Site, Erik Stellmach;
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Chairman, Richard Floyd; and Membership & Government Liaison, Gary Williamson. 1st Vice-
Chair, Mike O’Brien was not available. The Citrus County Veterans Coalition (CCVC) is a non-
profit group of Veterans helping Veterans in Citrus County. Come join the Coalition and sup-
port our Veterans in need.
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39 W. Highway 40 -  Inglis, Florida
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(352) 447-5610, 283-0492 or 283-0493
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Batteries
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Office: 352-447-0655 - Inglis
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Fax: 352-447-3013
Cell: 352-266-7113
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