The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2023 Chamber Business Expo, set to take place on September 30th at the Inverness Depot Pavilion from 9am to 1pm. This annual event, designed to bring the community together, celebrates the vibrant local businesses and services available… Read More
We’re looking for the most Cooter-iffic King & Queen to help Emcee our Cooter Music Festival on October 7th and 8th. The Cooter King & Queen Pageant will take place on October 1st at 3 pm at the Valerie Theater. Bring your talent, your style, and your wit — and… Read More
Get ready to experience a tantalizing blend of nostalgia and comedy that’s sure to tickle your funny bone and leave you howling for more as Lewis & Young brings you bring you not one, not two, but three frightfully funny “Old Time Radio Shows” live (or perhaps, undead) on stage. Read More
Join the second annual Multicultural Parade & Festival in downtown Brooksville, done in partnership with Hernando Hispanic Heritage! The fun begins at 11 AM with the parade and the festival starts directly after. Live music, foods of the world, and the new series of Mobile Murals will all… Read More
Two days. Five Bands. ABSOLUTELY FREE. What better way to kick off Cootertober? Join the Twistid Arts Initiative and the City of Inverness, Florida Government on October 7th and 8th for two evenings of music in our beautiful… Read More
Join us for a day of family-friendly carnival fun! Featuring strolling acrobats, free face painting, food trucks, a pumpkin design competition, and tons of carnival games provided by local Citrus County businesses, this event embodies Inverness’s motto of “Small Town Done Right.” Date: October 8th – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read More
Back by popular demand, the Comedy Magic and Illusions Show is making a triumphant return to the Valerie Theatre for a special Cootertober edition. Professional magician Cesar Domico will leave you awestruck with objects appearing and disappearing before your very eyes. Prepare to be dazzled as Cesar weaves comedy, illusions,… Read More
Get ready to rock as Cootertober presents Zoso live at Liberty Park on October 14th! Since the mid 1990’s, Zoso has performed over 4,500 shows recreating the sound and feel of a live Led Zeppelin concert. Rolling Stone Magazine has called Zoso the… Read More
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The Sound of Music, in collaboration with The Law Office of Paul H Nessler Jr, P.A., Karen E. Leonardo, Attorney at Law, will be performed by the Live Oak Theatre Mainstage from March 17 through April 2. The Sound of Music is a musical with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and a […]
Final Day for Native Plant Sale! Plus Master Gardener Tips & Guidance on Invasive Plant Management. We have a lot going on at our April Meetup! Come in-person to secure your order on those hard-to-find natives on the last day of our Annual Plant Sale. Get there early for gardening advice from Master Garden Barbara […]
Nature Coast Botanical Garden Annual Spring Plant Sale 2023 April 7 Friday 9-2 pm and 8 Saturday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. This year we have some fun new things to offer. We have a great variety of moderately priced tried and true plants that grow in our area. Many of our plants are grown […]
For nearly a year, the Gulf Archaeology Research Institute team has been excavating the grounds around Chinsegut Hill layer by layer to offer us a glimpse into the lives of indigenous peoples, enslaved people, and early settlers. Archaeologist Gary Ellis has more than 40 years of experience and has contributed to the archaeological study of […]
The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park will be hosting a Spring EGG-stravaganza starting at 8:00 am in the field behind the main entrance and Visitor Center of Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Hundreds of eggs will be available for children to find. Each age group will have Gold eggs awarding the finder […]
Nature Coast Botanical Garden Annual Spring Plant Sale 2023 April 7 Friday 9-2 pm and 8 Saturday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. This year we have some fun new things to offer. We have a great variety of moderately priced tried and true plants that grow in our area. Many of our plants are grown […]
Discover Chinsegut Hill’s incredible past through the fascinating personal stories of those that called it home. This Brooksville estate is on the National Historic Registry and will make Florida history come to life with docent-led tours that connect historical events to Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Located atop one of the highest points in Florida, […]
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park invites everyone to come out and celebrate Gopher Tortoise Day on Monday, April 10, 2023. Park rangers and volunteers will be in the Garden of the Springs from 11AM to 1PM with one of the Park’s resident gopher tortoise ambassadors. Learn about tortoises, hear their stories of survival, and get […]
Gena Philibert-Ortega will present "Researching your Ancestors in Periodicals." She tells what types of periodicals family historians should search, what articles they include and where to find those articles. Guests are welcome. The Citrus County Genealogical Society will meet by Zoom and at 10:00 a.m. April 11 at the Church of Jesus Christ of the […]
This 113-acres park has 2.5 miles of walking trails, as well as a long sightseeing/fishing pier. We’ll walk about 1.5 miles on the pier, on the trail along the lake shore, and then a wooded trail. Besides the resident Sandhill Cranes, wading birds, woodpeckers, and songbirds, we expect to see migrating birds such as warblers […]
Hernando Audubon and Citrus County Audubon are sponsoring a Baby Bird Shower, Saturday, April 15: This is a benefit for Michele Kline’s HOPE Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc., located in Citrus County, and Sherri Shelley’s Athena’s Wildlife Sanctuary in Hernando County. These two local organizations focus on giving care to injured or orphaned wildlife in Central Florida. […]
April 15, 9 - noon, shop for Florida native plants from Central Florida vendors. A fine selection of native shrubs, perennials and annuals for sale. Native plant experts will help you select the right plants for your place. This event is sponsored by the Hernando Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society.
Whether you are a regular practitioner or new to mindfulness meditation, we invite you to join us each month for an hour of quiet sitting and walking. This is a secular form of meditation, and all are welcome. -Please bring a yoga mat or towel (chairs provided if you wish) -Indoors. -No pets please. Only […]
Discover Chinsegut Hill’s incredible past through the fascinating personal stories of those that called it home. This Brooksville estate is on the National Historic Registry and will make Florida history come to life with docent-led tours that connect historical events to Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Located atop one of the highest points in Florida, […]
Crystal singing bowls are used for sound healing. Studies have shown that sound directly impacts mental processes, muscles, the nervous system, heartbeat, pulse, digestive system, and circulatory system. Your Guide: Renee Dollar Renee has over 30 years of experience in health and wellness. She conducts various individual and group sound healing sessions throughout the Tampa […]
We will kayak the river for approximately two hours and expect to see various herons and egrets as well as Limpkins and nesting Ospreys. We hope to see migrating birds as they fly north to their breeding grounds. If lucky, we may also see manatees and river otters, which are always a highlight of this […]
Proud owners of historic homes in the Olive/ Irene historic neighborhood of Brooksville will open their doors for a fund-raising event to benefit the Historic Hernando Preservation Society for one day only. The tour will showcase six private homes dating from the 1880s to the 1920s. Don't miss this opportunity to stroll through the historic […]
Join us for speakers and presentations from leading experts in environmental, gardening, and conscious living services and products ♻️ You are invited to meet and experience: 🌈 Organic Gardening Presentations 🌈 Experts in Environmental Health Working to Protect & Maintain Eco-Balance 🌈 Live, interactive drumcircle by Giving Tree Music 🌈 Locally Grown Plant Sale 🌈 […]
Discover Chinsegut Hill’s incredible past through the fascinating personal stories of those that called it home. This Brooksville estate is on the National Historic Registry and will make Florida history come to life with docent-led tours that connect historical events to Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Located atop one of the highest points in Florida, […]
Discover Chinsegut Hill’s incredible past through the fascinating personal stories of those that called it home. This Brooksville estate is on the National Historic Registry and will make Florida history come to life with docent-led tours that connect historical events to Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Located atop one of the highest points in Florida, […]
Whether you are battling a recent loss or needing help to soothe old wounds, join us in this group setting every month to have space and learn tools to navigate your grief. "Grieving is not an event. It may have a beginning, but it has no clear-cut end." - Joelle-Ann A donation is greatly appreciated […]
Our free Coffee and Conversations lectures are open to the community and we provide free refreshments. Please RSVP at (352) 341-6428. This year marks the 85th year of the Caldecott Medal, given for excellence in Children’s book illustrations. Dr. Caponegro will introduce the man behind the award’s name, 19th century illustrator Randolph Caldecott. Her talk […]
The Dade City Garden Club will host its annual Arbor Day and Memorial Tree Celebration on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at the Garden Club, 13630 5th Street, Dade City, FL, at 10 am. The Garden Club is extending a special invitation to the public to join them for this special event to celebrate Arbor Day […]
Dr. Savanna Barry will cover background information about the designation of the Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve and how Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the University of Florida collaborated with community stakeholders to draft the management plan. She will also relate information about the ongoing monitoring programs focused on water quality and seagrasses, and will […]
Join Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582 to celebrate Mother's Day with a brunch event. Everyone is welcome and will only pay $8 a person for this brunch celebrating the moms in your life. Reservations required 770-653-2360
Learn to identify birds at feeders and during a short walk. Meet at 8 a.m. at Chinsegut Conservation Center, 23212 Lake Lindsey Road, Brooksville. There will be binoculars available for use. Contact Linda: lindalark85@gmail.com or text 352-428-2629.
Brooksville’s annual festival is full of one-of-a-kind products, unique local artwork, gifts and decor from near and far, and well… a lot of blueberries. 2 days of Music, Unique Shopping and everything Blueberry. Featuring Colt Ford! Live concerts, more than 300 vendors, an endless supply of blueberry-infused yumminess, and a dedicated Kids Zone will keep […]
Discover Chinsegut Hill’s incredible past through the fascinating personal stories of those that called it home. This Brooksville estate is on the National Historic Registry and will make Florida history come to life with docent-led tours that connect historical events to Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Located atop one of the highest points in Florida, […]
Brooksville’s annual festival is full of one-of-a-kind products, unique local artwork, gifts and decor from near and far, and well… a lot of blueberries. 2 days of Music, Unique Shopping and everything Blueberry. Featuring Colt Ford! Live concerts, more than 300 vendors, an endless supply of blueberry-infused yumminess, and a dedicated Kids Zone will keep […]
Discover Chinsegut Hill’s incredible past through the fascinating personal stories of those that called it home. This Brooksville estate is on the National Historic Registry and will make Florida history come to life with docent-led tours that connect historical events to Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Located atop one of the highest points in Florida, […]
The City of Crystal River is delighted to announce First Fridays! The First Friday of every month, come and visit downtown Crystal River's businesses and join us in Town Square for live music and vendors. On May 5, we will have fan favorite, TJ Brown, as our live music. Come explore the last 100 years […]
Singin’ in the Rain, Jr., in collaboration with Mark and Sharon Taylor, will be performed from May 5 through May 21. The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin’ in the Rain JR. Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue and a […]
Guest host and naturalist, Alice Herden, from Citrus County Parks and Recreation will lead this activity with help from staff from The Old Courthouse Heritage Museum. Fun and free bird walk for seniors at Cooter Pond on the morning of Friday, May 5, 2023 between 8 am and 11 am. Ages 18 and up. Water […]
Join about 75 anglers for a day of flats fishing departing from the beautiful Bayport area. After “measure in” anglers and their families gather at the Coast Guard Auxiliary in nearby Hernando Beach for an awards ceremony and a delicious catered dinner. Register by April 14, 2023, and receive a $25 early registration discount. You […]
Guest host and naturalist, Alice Herden, from Citrus County Parks and Recreation will lead this fun and free bird walk for kids at Cooter Pond on the morning of Saturday, May 6, 2023 between 9 am and 12 noon. Recommended for kids of all ages. Accompanying adults must plan to supervise your children for the […]
The Silver Dolphin Restaurant & Country Store will host a "Front Porch Art Walk" from 10 AM to 2 PM on the first Saturday of every month! Selected artists will be setup on the front porch of the restaurant to showcase and sell their work. Our first “Front Porch Art Walk” will feature 12 amazing […]
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