The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - September 17, 2008
Community Events & Meetings
Music on the Grounds Features Charlie C
"Oldies But Goodies"
The Friends of Rainbow Springs and
Rainbow Springs State Park continues it’s
A dance for the benefit of the March of Dimes, September 20th, 7-11 pm, will be held
“Music on the Grounds” event on Saturday,
at the American Legion in Dunnellon. Music, entertainment and prizes. $5.00 per person
September 20th at 7:30 pm. This after hours
donation. Hosted by DJ & Karaoke on Tap by Russ. For more information, 352-447-5095.
event will showcase the musical abilities of
Toastmaster Meeting Schedule
the multi-talented "Charlie C". who has been
Eyeopeners meets at the Inverness United Methodist Church the on the 2nd, 4th,
a regular crowd pleaser from the beginning.
and 5Th Thursdays at 5:30 P.M. Address: 3896 Pleasant Grove Road, Inverness (CR591)
After Charlies performance, an
Seven Rivers Regional HOSTS SOAP & SHAMPOO DRIVE
open mic. session will take place for those
interested in playing a song or two or just
Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center will hold a “Soap & Shampoo” Drive from now
jamming with each other. Coffee will be pro-
through September 29, 2008. Collection bins will be located in the cafeteria of the hospi-
vided free, just bring a cup, a chair and your
tal, at the Seven Rivers Rehab & Wound Center (1675 S.E. US Hwy. 19, Crystal River, next
friends and neighbors while you listen to
to Sweetbay) and at the Seven Rivers Outpatient Laboratory (at 11503 W. Emerald Oaks
music and enjoy the beauty of Rainbow
Drive, Crystal River, just north of the hospital).
Springs, after dark, under the stars. Admis-
The only one of its kind for Citrus County, the Soap & Shampoo Drive will benefit the
sion to the September event is $2.
efforts of the Homosassa Civic Club’s ‘We Care’ food pantry. Items requested for donation
For additional information, contact
include: body soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, laundry soap and dish detergent.
Rainbow Springs State Park at (352) 465-
Seven Rivers Regional encourages the residents of Citrus County to participate in the
Charlie C will be appearing at Rainbow
8555.
drive and to drop off soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc. at any one of the locations noted.
Springs State Park on September 20th.
AARP Safe Driving Classes
Wildlife park invites spooky scenarios
Please drive safe speeds on all roads, especially near shopping centers and school
zones, where traffic congestion increases. Take an AARP Driver Safety class as a refresher.
for haunted tram rides
Brush up on some statutes. Upon course completion you will receive a certificate which may
entitle you to an insurance discount. Check with your insurance carrier for further informa-
The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park are seeking area businesses
tion. To register for a class, call the listed instructor. You do not have to be a Florida resident
and organizations to participate in their annual Haunted Tram Rides community event at
or an AARP member to register. For information regarding future classes contact Charlie
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, scheduled on Friday, October 24 and Saturday,
Lucente at 726-0753.
October 25, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The Pepper Creek Trail will be transformed
Crystal River, Homosassa area ·Sept. 16 and 17: 1 p.m. at Coastal Regional Library, 8619 W.
during these evenings into a trail of haunting scenarios that will delight families.
Crystal Street, Crystal River. Call Lou Harmin at 564-0933 ·Sept. 22 and 23: 9 a.m. at First
Participating businesses will be given a location on the Pepper Creek Trail to deco-
United Methodist Church, 8831 W. Bradshaw Ave. Homosassa. Call Frank Tobin at 628-3229
rate with their own spooky setup. Guidelines and applications are available at the park of-
·Sept. 24 and 25: 12:30 p.m. at Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center, Medical Offices
fice. There is no charge to sponsor a location. Locations will be judged for a variety of
Building, Ste. 2A Community Room, 6201 N.Suncoast Blvd., Crystal River. Call Hedda Smith
awards. This is a great community relations project and all participating sponsors will be
at 527-8144.
recognized. Guidelines and applications for a Spooky Scenario location are available Mon-
EDC Bar-B-Cue
Rivals
day through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the park office or call (352) 628-5343,
The 26th Annual EDC Bar-B-
ext. 1002 to request an application by mail.
Entertainment  • Sports  • Comedy Club
Q! This event keeps getting bigger and bet-
This is the fifth year the park has held this event which draws thousands of visitors
439 Hwy. 40 West • Inglis
439
ter so don’t miss out! September 25th,
each night. The suggested donation for the tram ride is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for chil-
Tackle Location
Old D&D Bait & Tackle Location
2008, Tickets are only $25.00 this year and
dren up to age 12. A special Alien Encounter will be set up in the Florida Room. The dona-
(352) 447-6147
your evening includes Dinner, Live Music
tion for admission to the Alien Encounter will be $2.00 per person. Children’s games, in-
by the Mick Sharp Band, Open Bar, Vendor
Talent Contests
cluding a Bouncy House, will also be provided. Clowns and several face painters will add to
Friday Sept. 19
ComedyShows
Exhibits (space still available) and Door
the fun. Refreshments and trinkets will be available.
Open Jam
DJ  & Karaoke
Prizes! Whoo hoo! 6:00 – 10:00 pm lo-
Live Music
cated at Holcim Ranch in Crystal River, it is
with Swamp Stump
TV Sports
worth the drive! You wait all year for some-
Fun Starts 8:00 pm
Pool Games
thing fun to do, well this is it! Get your tick-
OPEN
ets now from the Citrus County Chamber.
Come Jam & Party
D A I LY
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Plaza 40 Shopping Center
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Bubba’s Fin & Feather
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Dumpsters
Monday - Happy Hour All Day
reser vation now!
Construction Debris
Tuesday - Open Jam 7-10 pm
Yard Waste
Wednesday - Free Pool $1.75 Longnecks
Off Hwy 40
New Phone #
Thursday - Dart Tournament 7pm by Barbie
On Lk. Rousseau
Friday - Music & Drink Specials
352-212-0405
Call 447-2755
Saturday - Live Music 3-7pm
for info
Clipper Cuts $8
Sunday - Football/NASCAR Party
Hours: Noon-TBD
Live & Play at the Lake
Locally Owned & Operated
Plaza 40 E. Shopping
7 Days
Licensed & Insured
352-465-5020
RV Rental and RV Sites Available
Center - Inglis
Veteran Discounts M-F All Day