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Winter Wonderland dinner-dance Feb. 9

By TIMES WIRES
Published January 18, 2007

HERNANDO BEACH

The Hernando Beach Club will have its Winter Wonderland dinner-dance Feb. 9 at the club, 3145 Flamingo Blvd.

Doors open at 5 p.m.; dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Music will be provided by the duo "Just Us." Reservations are due by Feb. 3. For tickets or information, call Bunni at 688-4976.

SPRING HILL

Feb. 10 dinner-dance celebrates valentines

AmVets Post 24 will have a Valentine's dinner-dance from 5 to 11 p.m. Feb. 10 at the post, 247 Hallcrest Ave.

Karaoke music will be provided by Moonlight DJ. A cash bar will be available. The meal will be a choice of chicken cordon bleu or roast beef, with scalloped potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert and coffee. Cost is $15 per person.

Tickets must be purchased by Feb. 7 and will be on sale at in the post's canteen after 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or after noon on Saturdays. For information, call 686-9430 after 4 p.m.

SPRING HILL

Valentine's Day Ball to have Filipino desserts

The Hernando County Philippine-American Association will have a Valentine's Day Ball from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at the SNPJ Lodge, 13383 County Line Road.

The meal will be catered Japanese food with Filipino desserts. Live music will be provided by the Rhythm N' Motions Band. Tickets are $20 per person, $35 per couple. The attire is semiformal.

For information or tickets, call Aurora at 848-1031, Cobbie at 666-5381 or Celia at 684-7464.

SPRING HILL

Female barbershop singers to perform

The Hernando Hills Hi-Lites women's barbershop chorus will present its 14th annual Harmony on Parade show at 2 p.m. Jan. 27 at Stage West Community Playhouse, 8390 Forest Oaks Blvd.

The theme will be "Everything Old is New Again." Guest artists include Shirley Button, soprano; Peggy Owens, accordionist; Basic Black, karaoke, and polka dancers Pat and Ron Musacchia.

Advance tickets are $12; tickets at the door are $14. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are $10 each, and student tickets are half price.

For advance tickets and information, call Tessie at 686-4122.

COUNTYWIDE

Civil Air Patrol seeks to train new members

The Hernando County Civil Air Patrol is recruiting members to train in emergency services, counter-drug operations, homeland defense, cadet programs, air search and rescue, and aerospace education.

The patrol is the official auxiliary of the Air Force and is open to those 18 and older. Both air and ground team members are needed, and training is ongoing. The patrol also offers a cadet program for those ages 12 to 18.

The local squadron meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at 3151 Air Commerce Blvd., in the Airport Industrial Park off Spring Hill Drive.

For information, call Lt. James Angelo, deputy commander, at 688-5214.

BROOKSVILLE

Church center offers free genealogy help

The Brooksville Family History Center at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers free genealogy research.

Research assistance is provided at the church, 21043 Yontz Road, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursdays, and 9 a.m. to noon Fridays.

SPRING HILL

Arbor Day celebration at Botanical Gardens

The public is invited to attend an Arbor Day celebration at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Nature Coast Botanical Gardens at 1489 Parker Ave.

People attending will learn about trees from a county forester and may participate in workshops on Florida trees.

The Spring Hill Photography Club will sponsor a photography contest and will display photos of subjects that represent trees and flowers. There also will be a bonsai demonstration.

All Hernando County fifth-grade students are invited to participate in a poster contest. Entertainment will be provided by the Acoustic Guitar Group. There will be trees for sale, to take home or to have planted at the botanical garden. For contest and poster rules or event information, call 683-9933.

BROOKSVILLE

Show will feature music of yesteryear

The Hernando Performing Arts Guild will present "A Tribute to Harry James and the Andrews Sisters," featuring Charly Raymond and friends, at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Hernando High School Performing Arts Center, 700 Bell Ave. Tickets are $18 through the guild's hotline at 799-5577.

BROOKSVILLE

Apply now to serve on trust fund board

The Brooksville City Council is accepting applications from individuals interested in volunteering to serve on the Firefighters' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees.

One position is available. It's a two-year term of office through Feb. 28, 2009. Applicants must be city residents.

Applicants must complete an application form. Forms can be obtained from the city clerk or on the city of Brooksville's Web site, ci.brooksville.fl.us, and must be completed and returned no later than 5 p.m. Jan. 26 to the city clerk's office at 201 Howell Ave.

For information, call 544-5407.

SPRING HILL

Weight loss group will have open house

Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, Chapter 604, will have its annual open house at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 6 at Regency Oaks Clubhouse, 4445 Breakwater Blvd.

Men and women are welcome. The group meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday, with weigh-in from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m.

For information, call Doris at 666-9525.

NEW PORT RICHEY

PHCC sets dates for GED examinations

Pasco-Hernando Community College, an official General Educational Development testing center, offers the paper version of the GED exam on the New Port Richey campus, 10230 Ridge Road. The five-subject test covers two days.

The test will be offered Thursday and Friday, Feb. 22-23, March 29-30, April 26-27, May 23-24, June 20-21, July 25-26, Aug. 8-9, Sept. 20-21, Oct. 11-12, Nov. 15-16 and Dec. 6-7.

To register, visit the PHCC Career and Testing Center in Room B-214. The fee to take the entire test is $50. Retests for each subject are $10.

The GED test is not offered online. For information, call Greg Hlad, career assessment and testing manager, at 727 816-3483.

SPRING HILL

Premature baby massage classes set

"Infant Massage for Preemies" classes will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon Jan. 31 and Feb. 7 and 14 at Heart and Soul Massage and Bodywork, 13216 Spring Hill Drive.

The class is designed to meet the developmental needs of premature babies and to provide support for parents and caregivers. A basic massage routine is tailored for each child, and discussion topics include breast-feeding support, eating and sleeping habits, and sensory play. Babies 4 weeks old to walking age are welcome.

For information, call Lisa Davis at 247-0226.

BROOKSVILLE

Vendors needed for doll and bear show

Vendors are needed for the Brooksville Woman's Club's fifth annual Collectible Doll and Bear Show from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 2 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 3. at the Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 Broad St.

Admission at the door will be $5. Name-brand dolls and bears, accessories and other items will be available.

Table rentals are available for $30. For information, call Yvonne at 796-6026 or 848-7988.

SPRING HILL

Red Hatters to mark Super Sundae

The Scarlet Belles at Tea, a chapter of the Red Hat Society, will host its second annual Super Bowl Sundae from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at Dairy Queen, 370 Suzanne Drive, off Commercial Way across from the Palace Grand.

The event will feature door prizes every half-hour and a gift basket.

Wear your red and purple for some fun photos and to receive 25 percent off your sundae. Attendees can also bring photos to share.

BROOKSVILLE

Churches will host HIV/AIDS seminar

Allen Temple AME Church and Leonard Street Church of God will host an HIV/AIDS awareness seminar from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Allen Temple AME Church, 824 Leonard St.

The seminar is free and open to the public. Speakers will include Laura Dunn and licensed practical nurse Joan D. Felix-Sepulveda of the Hernando County Health Department.

Free confidential and anonymous testing will be available. For information, call Pastor Elder Willie T. Fagin at 796-7177.

BROOKSVILLE

Eat pizza, dance with Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus, St. Anthony Council 6800, will sponsor a pizza and dance party Jan. 26 at St. Anthony Catholic Church's Heffernan Hall, 20428 Cortez Blvd.

The party, for adults only, begins with a pizza dinner at 6 p.m., followed by dance music by the Company Swing Band from 7 to 10 p.m.

Advance tickets are $7. Tickets are $8 at the door. Pizza is $1.50 per slice. Soft drinks are $1 each, or you may bring your own beverage. Tickets are available at the parish office. Call 796-2096 or call Bob Smith at 754-8509.

SPRING HILL

Annual fashion show at St. Theresa's

The St. Theresa Council of Catholic Women will have its annual fashion show at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 7 in the parish hall, 1107 Commercial Way.

The theme will be Calendar Days. The show will feature fashions by Beall's Department Store. The cost is $18, which includes a catered lunch.

Deadline for tickets is Wednesday.

For information or tickets, call Marie DiGerlando at 592-1026.

BROOKSVILLE

Learn to get credit for homeschooling

Hernando County 4-H will host a seminar for families at 1 p.m. Tuesday on the topic of "putting your homeschooler in the best light" at the extension office, 19490 Oliver St.

Guest speaker Marlene Korycki will talk about strategies and ideas related to dual enrollment, scholarships, experiential learning credits and preparing a high school portfolio.

The seminar is open to individuals interested in learning more about turning homeschool courses into post-graduate credit.

Registration is free but limited. Call the cooperative extension office at 754-4433.

BROOKSVILLE

Special dance is for fathers and daughters

Hernando County Parks and Recreation will have its annual father-daughter dance from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 3 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 20428 Cortez Blvd.

Music, snacks and drinks, as well as a complimentary photo, will be provided. Tickets are $8 each for both fathers and daughters.

For ticket booth locations or more information, call 754-4031.

COUNTYWIDE

Find out all about county government

Registration is open for the next session of the County Connection program, which will be from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays through March 15. The sessions will be conducted at various county facilities.

County Connection provides participants with a behind-the-scenes look into county government.

The sessions cover a series of topics pertaining to county services, such as transportation issues, public safety, the budget, recreation and resources, judicial services, growth and development, and health and utilities services.

The program includes audience interaction and allows participants to get answers to their questions and meet county officials.

There is no cost to participate.

To register or for information, visit the county's Web site at co.hernando.fl.us or call Brenda Frazier at 540-6780.

COUNTYWIDE

Birding, wildlife outings scheduled

The Hernando Audubon Society will host the following events this month:

-Merritt Island/Titusville birding trip, 8:30 a.m. Friday. A national wildlife refuge guide will lead the trip. Meet at the entrance of the kiosk at the causeway, National Wildlife Refuge at Titusville. Call Shirley at 683-9370.

-Weeki Wachee Salt Marsh Safari, Saturday. This is a strenuous hike into a harsh environment. Heavy shoes and clothing are recommended, as well as plenty of water. RSVP to Clay at 592-4949.

-Birding trip to phosphate mines in Polk County, Wednesday. Those attending are to meet at 8 a.m. at the McDonald's on State Road 60 in Mulberry. Reservations required by Wednesday. Call Shirley at 683-9370.

-Crystal River Boat Cruise, Jan. 26, at the Crystal River Archaeological Park. This event includes a birding hike followed by a boat trip on Heritage Eco Cruise to view manatees. The cost is $10. RSVP to Mary at 797-7874.

SPRING HILL

'50s, '60s show, sock hop will be Jan. 28

The Fabulous '50s & Nifty '60s Show and Sock Hop will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Jan. 28 at the Knights of Columbus hall, 10470 Spring Hill Drive.

The show will feature American Bandstand recording artist Mary Swan, Nashville recording artist Marti Carroll, Richie Merritt and Ken Brady of the Casinos.

Tickets are $17, and reserved seating is available. For information, call Mary at 688-8808 or Marti at 684-9616.

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