Events

By Time Staff Writer
Published November 30, 2007

Today/New

Brooksville Regional Hospital Auxiliary hosts Christmas Craft Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the hospital cafeteria, 17240 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville. The sale will include wreaths, centerpieces, garlands and trees, as well as 14K gold and sterling silver jewelry. A portion of the proceeds will go to the scholarship fund. 596-9807 or 442-0169.

Withlacoochee Rockhounds' 33rd annual Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., SNPJ Hall, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill. The show will include mineral, gemstones, fossils, demonstrations, handcrafted jewelry, lapidary equipment, a gem and mineral auction, a replica of Aaron's Breastplate and of famous diamonds of the world. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for teenagers and free for ages 12 and younger. Parking is free. Jerry Johnson, 688-7810.

Today/Continuing

Brooksville City Hall Art Gallery: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 201 Howell Ave., Brooksville. The winter exhibit, which runs through Feb. 12, features displays by the Hernando Quilters, Suncoast Ship Model Society, Spring Hill Camera Club and a new selection of poetry by Just Poets members; paintings by artists Tony Caparello, Glenna Cofran, Shirley Jacobson, Barbara Kerr, Alberto Juliano, Jessica Miller, David C. Roland and LeAnn Steen. On loan is a painting by Mexican-American muralist Oscar Romaro, courtesy of Telma Ott. Also, wood artisan Ray Pope has a display of his furniture creations. An art reception is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 16. 544-5407.

Brooksville Elks Lodge 2582: Dinner and dancing, 14494 Cortez Blvd., west of Brooksville. Doors open at 4 p.m.; dinner served from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Music for dancing provided. Dinner is $9 for members and $10 for nonmembers; dancing only is $5. 596-2582.

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 67: Bingo. Warm-ups at 4:45 p.m., early bird at 6 p.m. and regular games at 6:30 p.m., 16314 Cortez Blvd. west of Brooksville. 796-1679.

Knights of Columbus/St. Anne's Church: Bingo, 11 a.m., 4142 Treiman Blvd. U.S. 301, Ridge Manor. 583-2550.

Knights of Columbus, St. Jude Council 6883: Dinner dance, at hall, 10470 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill. Doors open at 4 p.m., dinner served from 4:30 to 6 p.m., dancing to a live band from 6 to 9 p.m. Entree choice is baked chicken, fried or baked cod, fried shrimp or the Friday night special. Salad, rolls, potatoes, vegetables, dessert, coffee and ice tea is included with the meal. The cost is $9 for dinner and dancing. Admission after 6 p.m. for dancing only is $3. Reservations are suggested. 686-2650.

Spring Hill Duplicate Bridge Club: 12:30 p.m., Regency Oaks clubhouse, 4445 Breakwater Blvd., Spring Hill. Lois, 686-7283.

VFW Post 9236 and Ladies Auxiliary: Fish and shrimp, and Chef's special dinners, 5 to 8 p.m., 3435 Shoal Line Blvd., Hernando Beach. 596-9236.

VFW Post 8681 and Ladies Auxiliary: Bingo. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., early bird at 6:15 p.m. and regular games at 6:45 p.m., 18940 Drayton St., at County Line Road, Shady Hills. Food available. (727) 856-1860.

VFW Post 10209 and Ladies Auxiliary: Live entertainment, 8 to 11 p.m., 15166 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill. 796-0398.

Saturday/New

Bark Beach opens at Pine Island: 8 to 10 a.m., Alfred McKethan/Pine Island, 10800 Pine Island Drive, Weeki Wachee. The park will be open to dogs and owners; cost is $5 per car or walk-up patron (there is no cost for those without dogs). Proof of current vaccinations are required to enter the park. When the park closes at 10 a.m. for pets, it will remain open to people throughout the day. 754-4031.

Brooksville Regional Hospital Employees yard sale: 8 a.m. to noon, Medical Arts Building parking lot, 17240 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville. Proceeds will benefit the United Way of Hernando County. Robin Schneider, 797-4645.

Childhood Development Services host Huge Parking Lot Sale: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Crossroads Plaza, 20162 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville. Christine Dyal, 754-5068, ext. 211.

Hernando County Fair flea market to include a visit from Santa: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 S Broad St., Brooksville. Santa will be on site starting at 9 a.m. and will be available for pictures on his sleigh. "Kids Helping Kids" carolers will entertain. Donations boxes for Toys for Tots will be available for donations of new, unwrapped toys. 796-4552.

Hernando Sportsman's Club to have winter Gun and Knife Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 S Broad St., Brooksville. The show will include all types of new, used and antique firearms, knives and related accessories. Admission is $6; ages 16 and younger admitted free when attending with an adult. Randie, 799-3605.

Hernando Symphony Orchestra presents "Where Is Christmas?" holiday concert: 7:30 p.m., Hernando Performing Arts Center, 700 Bell Ave., Brooksville. Tickets are $12. Visit Web site at www.hernandosymphony.com, send e-mail to hernandosymphony@yahoo.com or call 597-9555.

Kiwanis Club of Spring Hill hosts Pancake Breakfast with Santa: 8 to 11:30 a.m., Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 6193 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill. Admission is $4; ages 2 and younger admitted free. The breakfast includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, bacon, juice, coffee, tea and donuts. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be present for pictures. Holiday entertainment will be provided. Raffle tickets will be sold for a holiday drawing. Tickets can be purchased at the door. 683-7668.

Library to host visit with Santa and showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas: 10 a.m., Spring Hill Branch Library, 9220 Spring Hill Drive.Caregivers are encouraged to bring cameras while children visit with Santa. Following the visit, children will watch the animated film, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, narrated by Boris Karloff. The 1966 film of the Dr. Seuss classic is rated G. There is no cost to attend and no registration is required. Caregivers must remain on library premises. 540-6391.

Nature Coast Botanical Gardens kicks off Holiday in the Gardens: 1489 Parker Ave., Spring Hill. The gardens can be visited any day during daylight hours. Decorated evergreens line the main walkway, and in other areas of the gardens. The garden railroad will also be decorated. Trees can still be purchased for $50 and decorated through Dec. 24. The trees will remain on display through early January. There will be a contest for the best-decorated tree. 683-9933.

Spruce Creek Preserve Craft Fair: a.m. to 2 p.m., 11040 State Road 200, Dunellon. Admission is free and there will be free craft drawings every 30 minutes. There will also be three special drawings for a queen-size quilt, hand-carved shore bird and a Christmas tree skirt and framed counted cross stitch. (352) 861-9899.

VFW Post 8681 host steak night: 5 to 7 p.m., 18940 Drayton St., at County Line Road, Shady Hills. (727) 856-1860.

Withlacoochee Rockhounds' 33rd annual Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., SNPJ Hall, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill. The show will include mineral, gemstones, fossils, demonstrations, handcrafted jewelry, lapidary equipment, a gem and mineral auction, a replica of Aaron's Breastplate and of famous diamonds of the world. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for teenagers and free for ages 12 and younger. Parking is free. Jerry Johnson, 688-7810.

Saturday/Continuing

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 67: Bingo. Warm-ups at 4:45 p.m., early bird at 6 p.m. and regular games at 6:30 p.m. 16314 Cortez Blvd., east of Brooksville. 796-1679.

Fraternal Order of Eagles, Hallcrest Aerie 4497: 3 to 9 p.m., 1391 Kass Circle, Spring Hill. Snacks and a barbecue meal are available. 684-3860.

Senior Citizens Club of Hernando County: Bingo, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 7925 Rhanbuoy Road, Spring Hill. Nonsmoking. 596-1095.

Spring Hill Garden Club Plant Nursery: 9 a.m. to noon, Parker Avenue, off Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill. Gloria Nadeau, 597-1415.

VFW Post 8713 And Ladies Auxiliary: Live entertainment with Country Pride Band, 2 to 5 p.m.; karaoke at 6 p.m., 1686 E Jefferson St., Brooksville. 796-4449.

VFW Post 8681 And Ladies Auxiliary: Live entertainment, 6:30 p.m., 18940 Drayton St., Shady Hills. (727) 856-1860.

Sunday/New

Aripeka Elks' Past Exalted Rulers Association to serve breakfast: 9 a.m. to noon, Elks Lodge 2520, 9135 Denton Ave., Hudson. Menu choices range from $2 to $4.50, which includes coffee and hot tea. (727) 863-2520.

Cloverleaf Leprechauns square dancing: Prerounds at 1:30 p.m., dancing from 2 to 4 p.m., Heather House at Clover Leaf Farms, 900 N Broad St., Brooksville. The cost for members is $8 per couple; nonembers pay $9 per couple. Cathy Gotterup, 799-5539.

Hernando Sportsman's Club to have winter Gun and Knife Show: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 S Broad St., Brooksville. The show will include all types of new, used and antique firearms, knives and related accessories. Admission is $6; ages 16 and younger admitted free when attending with an adult. Randie, 799-3605.

Hernando Symphony Orchestra presents "Where Is Christmas?" holiday concert: 2 p.m., Springstead Theatre, 3300 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill. Tickets are $12. Visit the Web site at www.hernandosymphony.com, send e-mail to hernandosymphony@yahoo.com or call 597-9555.

Nature Coast Festival Singers presents Christmas Concert: 3 p.m., St. Mark's Presbyterian Church, 7922 State Road 52, Hudson. The concert will include the Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah and other holiday songs. The director is Jim Urbanski; the accompanist is Kathy Hackemer. An offering will be collected. Shirley, 597-2235.

Polish American Social Club: Dinner-dance, 7615 New Jersey Ave., Hudson. Doors open at 12:15 p.m. The dinner selection is barbecue pork ribs or baked chicken, which will be served from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Dancing Music by Jeanne from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $11 for members and $12 for nonmembers and guests. To guarantee menu choice, reservations should be made. Proper dance attire is requested. A full-service bar is available. Genia, 683-5360, or Josephine, (727) 862-1520.

Senior Citizens Club of Hernando County to serve breakfast: 8 a.m. to noon, 7925 Rhanbuoy Road, Spring Hill. Breakfast includes eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, juice and coffee or tea. 596-1095.

Withlacoochee Rockhounds' 33rd annual Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., SNPJ Hall, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill. The show will include mineral, gemstones, fossils, demonstrations, handcrafted jewelry, lapidary equipment, a gem and mineral auction, a replica of Aaron's Breastplate and of famous diamonds of the world. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for teenagers and free for ages 12 and younger. Parking is free. Jerry Johnson, 688-7810.

Sunday/Continuing

Hernando County Fair Association hosts Flea Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 S Broad St., Brooksville. 796-4552.

St. Jude Knights of Columbus: Bingo. Doors open at 10 a.m.; bingo starts at 12:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 10470 Spring Hill Drive. Food and beverages available. There is a minimum $10 package to play. 683-1227.

Information for the Events column should be submitted to Phyllis Day, Hernando Times, 15365 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34613. Information can be faxed to 754-6133 or e-mailed to day@sptimes.com (please include club's name in e-mail subject line). The deadline for news is 10 days before your event or reservation deadline. Events must be open to the public. Information cannot be published if the time, date, place, ticket (if applicable) or contact person and phone number are missing. Call 754-6101 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

Festival of Trees

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 20428 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville. The annual event is provided by the Brooksville Woman's Club and features a display of more than 30 decorted trees by nonprofit organizations and vendors, who will sell a variety of gifts such as jewelry, handbags, plants, Christmas ornament, home and garden, crafts and more. Baked goods will also be available. There will be pictures with Santa and entertainment. Yvonne, 796-6026 or 848-7988, or Karen, 796-2096.

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