Digest

Housing Authority meets Wednesday

By Times Staff Writer
Published October 23, 2007

BROOKSVILLE

The Hernando County Housing Authority will meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the commission chambers at the Hernando County Government Center, 20 N Main St.

For information, call 754-4160.

BROOKSVILLE

Buildings to get code compliance reviews

The Hernando County Development Services will review code compliance at 9 a.m. Nov. 1 at Hernando County Engineering Department, 1525 E Jefferson St.

On the agenda: Brooksville Medical Plaza buildings 17, 18 and 19; Brooksville Transmission; Pit Stop Lounge; Regent Oaks; Cracker Barrel Old Country Store; Nguyen Office; and Walgreens at Northcliffe and Mariner boulevards.

Comments are due Friday. Call the Hernando County Building Department at 754-4165.

HIGH POINT

Octoberfest with polka band is this weekend

An Octoberfest with Frankie Yankovic's Polka Band will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday at the High Point Community Center, 12249 Clubhouse Road. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

The event will include food and beer. The cost is $15. Reservations required; no tickets will be sold at the door. For tickets, call Sylvia Pistorius at 596-6006.

SPRING HILL

Buy a $5 bag of goods at thrift shop Oct. 31

Karen's Kit'n Kaboodle, the thrift shop at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, will have a Halloween Spooky Bag Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 31.

The cost to fill bag will be $5 for those not dressed in costume, and $4 for those in costume.

The thrift shop is at 2301 Deltona Blvd. For information, call 686-1114.

SPRING HILL

Blood donors receive special treats Oct. 31

LifeSouth Community Blood Center will host a Halloween Harvest Happening blood drive from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at the donor center, 12395 Cortez Blvd.

Blood donors will receive a special Halloween T-shirt, candy treats, cupcakes, hot dogs and drinks. The first 25 donors will receive a movie pass to Beacon Theatres.

The event will also include face painting, a coloring contest, costume contest and activities for children.

Those who wish to donate blood must be at least 17, weigh at least 110 pounds and show a valid photo ID. For information, call 597-2002.

BROOKSVILLE/SPRING HILL

Gardening calendar has tips for everyone

The 2008 Hernando County Master Gardener Calendar is now available.

The calendar features month-by-month expert advice on central Florida landscaping of interest to beginners as well as longtime gardeners.

The calendars are $3 each and can be purchased at the Hernando County Cooperative Extension Service, 19490 Oliver St., Brooksville, or at the office in the Westside Government Center at 7479 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill. For information, call 754-4433.

SPRING HILL

Women's a cappella group seeks singers

The Hernando Hills Hi-Lites invites area women to join the chorus, which is now preparing for Christmas concert performances.

The Hi-Lites, an a cappella chorus open to women of all ages, is a chartered member of Harmony Inc. Director Jeannine Zach teaches the basics of singing a cappella, four-part harmony, as well as proper vocal techniques and vocal aerobics.

The local group performs at community events, churches and special occasions and competes at both local and international levels.

Rehearsals are from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays at United Methodist Church, 7079 Mariner Blvd. Starting in November, all rehearsals will concentrate on familiar Christmas songs.

Experience is not required to join. For information, call Tessie at 686-4122.

SPRING HILL

Register for classes on first aid, pathogens

The following classes will be offered through the American Safety and Health Institute:

A basic universal first aid class will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Spring Hill Enrichment Center, 11375 Cortez Blvd. behind Oak Hill Hospital. The program content is based on the recommendations of the 2005 National First Aid Science Advisory Board. Upon completion of the class, students will receive a completion card. The cost is $20.

A blood-borne pathogens class, which will include AIDS awareness, will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Spring Hill Enrichment Center. Upon completion, students will receive a completion card based on the information and training requirements of the Department of Labor, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Mine Safety and Health Administration, and other agencies.

The instructor for both classes will be Bob Kanner. For information or to register, call 597-8875.

COUNTYWIDE

Dawn Center sponsors student art contest

Hernando County middle and high school students are invited to participate in an art contest hosted by the Dawn Center of Hernando County, in conjunction with the Hernando County School District.

Participants can create an original piece of work that reflects the Dawn Center's services and mission. Winning designs will be used in future Dawn Center T-shirts, posters and literature.

All those who participate will receive a day pass to Weeki Wachee Springs. Students who place in the contest will receive gift baskets with gift certificates to local restaurants, movie theaters and attractions, including season passes to Weeki Wachee Springs. The first-place winner will receive four tickets to Busch Gardens and a gift certificate to EB Games. The top three artists will also be recognized in the Dawn Center newsletter, local newspapers and at a public presentation and display at Brooksville City Hall on Dec. 3.

The entry deadline is Nov. 1.

The Dawn Center of Hernando County serves women, children and men who have been victims of domestic and/or sexual violence. The Dawn Center has a 24-hour crisis hotline and a secure, unlisted shelter location for victims who need a safe place to stay. Outreach services, including individual advocacy, group sessions, legal advocacy and public speakers are also available.

For information, call Morgan Moeller at 592-1288.

SPRING HILL

Dinner-dance Nov. 3 will honor veterans

The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, St. Jude Council 6383, will host a dinner-dance to honor veterans Nov. 3 at the K of C Hall, 10470 Spring Hill Drive.

Cocktails will be at 5 p.m. A dinner of turkey with all the trimmings will be at 6.

Tickets are $12 each. For information or reservations, call Lorraine at 686-7691.

BROOKSVILLE

Flag football begins soon for boys and girls

The city of Brooksville Recreation will offer the Going Deep Flag Football 4 Kids program from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays, starting Nov. 17, at the fields next to the Jerome Brown Community Center in Tom Varn Park, 301 Darby Lane.

The program is for boys and girls in first through eighth grades. The cost is $50 for the 10-week program, which includes a shirt.

Participants will learn the skills of receiving and throwing in a progressive manner. Instructors include John Fego, Eric Bowman and Lou Bermudez, who are certified coaches. For information, call 544-5498.

SPRING HILL

Find out what classes senior center offers

The Weeki Wachee Senior Citizens Center will host a Show and Sell event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 4 at the center, 3357 Susan Drive.

Visitors will learn about the various classes offered at the center. For information, call Marilyn Crosby at 686-2396.

WEEKI WACHEE

Church to hold bake sale, 'Junktique' event

Nativity Lutheran Church will host a Junktique and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 2 and 3 in the fellowship hall at the church, 6363 Commercial Way.

Also, the church youth will sell hot dogs and drinks.

For information, call 597-1456.

SPRING HILL

Canterbury Fayre will sell food, gift items

The Saint Andrew's Canterbury Fayre will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 3 at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 2301 Deltona Blvd.

The event will include a variety of booths selling items such as children's gifts, Christmas goods, homemade baked goods, woodwork, jewelry and candles.

Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase. For information, call 683-2010.

BROOKSVILLE

Rummage sale helps computer club

The Hernando Computer Club will have a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Hernando Shrine Club, 13400 Montour St., off Sunshine Grove Road.

The sale will include a variety of items such as clothing, exercise equipment, luggage, electronics, collectibles, children's outdoor toys and a variety of household items.

Funds raised will help the club update its equipment. For information, call 592-0070 or visit the Web site at www.hcc.org.

SPRING HILL

Artists can sign up for Fall Harvest show

The Spring Hill Art League is still accepting exhibitors for the 34th annual Fall Harvest of Art, which will be Nov. 17 and 18 at the Outlet Shopping Mall, 3201 Commercial Way.

Artists and craftspeople can display their original fine art, photography and country crafts. More than $5,000 in prize money is expected to be awarded.

There are a limited number of business exhibitor booths remaining. For details, call Louise at 796-1189, Isabelle at 683-5452, or visit the Web site at www.springhillartleague.com.

SPRING HILL

Open mic scheduled at botanical garden

The Spring Hill Acoustic Guitar Club will present a music jam in the Nature Coast Botanical Gardens at noon Nov. 3. The gardens is at 1489 Parker Ave., off Spring Hill Drive.

Musicians are invited to sign up (a sign-in sheet will be available) and perform in an open mic format.

The event is free, but donations will be accepted for the botanical gardens. For information, call 683-9933.

BROOKSVILLE

Join motorcycle ride to salute veterans

ABATE of Florida, Freedom Chapter, will host a Salute to Our Veterans Back Roads Rally on Nov. 3.

The event will start with sign-ups from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Marine Corps League Detachment 708, 8405 Sunshine Grove Road. The cost to participate in the motorcycle ride is $10 per person, which will include coffee and doughnuts.

The group will ride 110 miles with stops at Thunder Inn in Hernando, Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, IR-RU Family Social Club in Floral City and back to the Marine Corps detachment.

Following the ride, dinner will be available at the detachment for $7 per plate. For information, call Herb at 596-1922 or Steve at 597-6702.e_SClBLAKE PANASOFFKEE

Advocates for long-term patients meet

The Withlacoochee Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday at Lake Panasoffkee Parks and Recreation, 1582 County Road 459.

The council is made up of local ombudsmen whose goal is to improve the quality of life and care of residents of long-term care facilities. An ombudsman is a specially trained and certified volunteer approved by the governor and given authority under federal and state law to identify, investigate and resolve complaints.

For information, call 620-3088 or visit http://ombudsman.myflorida.com.

SPRING HILL

Watch 'The Pursuit of Happyness' for free

The Hernando County Public Library System will have a free viewing of The Pursuit of Happyness at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Spring Hill Branch/Harold G. Zopp Memorial Library, located at 9220 Spring Hill Drive.

This is a true story of struggling salesman Chris Gardner (Will Smith), who takes custody of his son (played by Will Smith's son Jaden Smith) as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor.

The movie, released in 2006, is rated PG-13 and is 117 minutes long. Light refreshments will be served. For information, call 540-6391.

NOBLETON

Fire department auxiliary holds sale

The Tri-County Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will have a yard and bake sale from 4 to 6 p.m Friday and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Fire Station 29 on County Road 476, 8 miles east of U.S. 41.

The sale will include small appliances, lamps, clothing, tools, games, toys, books, electronics and other household items. A variety of homemade baked goods will be available.

RIDGE MANOR WEST

Car club super show benefits Toys for Tots

The Sunshine State Muscle Car Club will present its Fall Super Show 2007 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Shakers Grille and Club, 31077 Cortez Blvd., just east of Interstate 75.

This will be a judged show; first, second and third place prizes will be awarded in 20 classes. Also, $50 cash prizes will be awarded every hour.

Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 vehicles entered. The cost is $15 for those who register early and $20 on the day of the show.

There will be a silent auction, music provided by a DJ, dinner specials, door prizes and a raffle.

Funds raised will benefit Toys for Tots. For information, call Frank at 796-1270 or Paul at 797-8308, e-mail to ssmcc@ssmcc.net or visit the Web site at www.ssmcc.net.

WEEKI WACHEE

Roaring '20s lecture is on film development

Academia Hernando will continue its lecture series on the Roaring '20s, also known as the jazz era, from 10 a.m. to noon Monday at Nativity Lutheran Church, 6363 Commercial Way.

The speaker will be professor Harriet Deer from the University of South Florida. She will discuss development in films.

The cost is $7. For information, call 796-2855.

BROOKSVILLE

Pioneer Days revive old-fashioned ways

Chinsegut Nature Center will host the annual Pioneer Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 3 on the nature center grounds, 23212 Lake Lindsey Road, north of Brooksville.

The event will include living arts demonstrations of the past, including hand-cranked ice cream, broommaking, a lumberjack demonstration, spinning, horse-drawn carriage rides, butter churning, ropemaking, open hearth cooking and an archery exhibit. There will be farm animals, a women's skillet-throwing contest, pioneer costume contest, men's watermelon seed-spitting contest, kids' sack races and more.

Admission and activities are free. For information, call 754-6722.

SPRING HILL

Temple Beth David hosts Night at Races

Temple Beth David will host the fourth annual Night at the Races on Nov. 3 at the temple, 13158 Antelope St.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Post time is at 7:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded and food will be available. Tickets are $5 each and include coffee, cake and snacks.

For information or tickets, call Marlene at 650-4521 or Les at 540-4816.

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