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P.O. Box 1231
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What is this all about?
Table of Contents
Letter from the Editor
Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill
Dreamers & Doers – The Supermom Team
Nightlife
The Heart of Citrus – Patriot Sporting Goods
Golf Courses
What’s in a Mo?
Local Places and Spaces
Inside Scene – Weekly Calendar
Restaurant Guide
Shopping Guide
You Got Spotted
Word on the Street
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Staff
Meredith Linley
Toya Robison
Editor
Director of Sales & Advertising
Mark Harris
Graphic Design
Tom Linley
Webmaster
Excel Printing Inc.
Layout & Design
If you aren’t in my circle of friends and you have
gotten this far into this issue of Inside Citrus, you
are probably wondering – what is this all about? It’s
about Citrus County and all the wonderful things
to do, places to eat & drink, sights to see, and its
wonderful people. For years I have seen publications similar to this
in big cities, in the back of my head I’ve always
thought – I want to do this in Citrus County. So
finally one day I decided to get off my backside and figure out what it
would take to make this a reality. A couple months of hard work, tons of
phone conversations and meetings, a dozen sleepless nights, some great
advertisers, and several interviews later –viola! We’ve got a publication!
Whether you are a tourist visiting from Europe, a Duke Energy employee
here for two weeks, a snowbird, a Soccer Mom, a college student, a small
business owner, a doctor, a lawyer, a preacher, or a teacher – there is
something for everyone inside these pages. Inside Citrus is now your goto resource for all the great things going on in Citrus County. Let me share a little bit about myself with you. I’ve lived in Citrus County since elementary school. A fun factoid for
you – I actually lived at the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park where
my father, Tom Linley, was the manager. I always win the 3 truths and 1
lie game because no one ever believes that I grew up with a hippopotamus
in my backyard. After graduation at Crystal River High (Go Pirates!), I went to college
at Florida State (Go NOLES!!), and then after living in the Jacksonville
Beaches for several years I managed to make my way back to Citrus
County. Why you ask? Because I love this place. I’m a single twenty/
thirty-something-ish educated professional and I made an active decision
to live here. This is an amazing place. But back to me. I love country music, football, cherry vodka, weekends
on the water, my adorable sassy talented seven year old daughter Kendall,
popcorn with just the right amount of salt and butter, my amazing friends
and family, gardening (well I haven’t really actually had a garden but
it’s top on my To-Do list), Dancing with the Stars, giving back to the
community, and writing. I hate the Florida Gators, driving in the rain, cold
weather, blow drying my hair, and when people tell me there is “nothing
to do in Citrus County”. So you combine all my likes and dislikes coupled with living here for
over 20 something years – here’s Inside Citrus. Inside Citrus will feature stories about current events and local people. It will list things to do, places to go, restaurants, bars, shopping, golf
courses, and more. I invite you to share your ideas with me – what would
you like to see? I gladly accept comments, compliments, criticisms, and
snide remarks. You can email the comments & compliments to meredith@
insidecitrus.com. You can email the criticisms and snide remarks to
someone else. Two more quick notes in this inaugural Editor’s column. First, I must thank a few people who without their guidance, advice, and
support this would not have been possible. John Coscia, Mike Kovach,
and Chase Palmes – thank you! To my best girlies – Jeanne, Megan,
Karen, Val, and Emily, thank you for putting up with my craziness (more
so than normal) the past few months and for being my sounding board
as I bounced ideas around. To my parents – thanks for your support and
encouragement. My amazing father figured out how
to be a Webmaster in an afternoon (please check out
his work – www.insidecitrus.com).
Lastly, as referenced above I’m the proud momma
of a beautiful little girl. I’m only going to apologize
this one time for the gratuitous use of her adorable face
within the pages of this publication. I mean, seriously,
could she be any cuter? Face paint courtesy of Art by
Anne Adams. - Meredith
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Lollygagger’s Sports Pub Review
Nestled in the heart of Crystal
River, next to Mr. B’s carwash lies
Lollygagger’s Sports Pub which
opened in August 2011. Warm
wood floors and old fashioned
claw footed tables surround the
high gloss bar that spans the length
of the restaurant. Customers are
surrounded by high definition flat
screen televisions from every angle. Owner Chase Palmes said, “I’ve
always wanted to open a place like
this, a place where people can enjoy
good food, drinks, and be able to
watch any sport they choose.”
That’s no understatement. Boasting
one of the finest full liquor bars in
the area, Lollygaggers has a wide
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assortment of vodkas,
scotches, tequilas, and
bourbons along with craft
beers on draft and in the
bottle. Lollygaggers can play
just about any sport that’s
shown on television, from
NCAA football to Soccer to MLB
and NFL – they have it all. And it’s
available for your viewing pleasure
on any one of the 17 flat screens
inside the restaurant. Lollygaggers offers so much
more than usual pub fare. “I will
only sell Boar’s Head brand meats
because they make for such a good
sandwich,” said Palmes. The
menu also features mouth watering
burgers - arguably some
of the best around and delicious salads. Additionally Lollygaggers
features an extensive daily
special board with items
ranging from homemade
lasagna to steamed shrimp
to Italian Grinders.
Open for lunch daily at
11:00am Lollygaggers entertains
its customers well into the late
evening hours. Happy hour begins
at 2:00pm Monday through Friday
and at 4:00pm on Saturdays &
Sundays; it ends at 7:00pm every
day. Owner Palmes along with General
Manager Michele Fayette put a
great deal of effort and detail into
creating the sports pub & grill,
including hand selecting a wait
staff that is always cheerful and
attentive. The front of the menu boasts the
saying “There’s no place like this
place anywhere near this place…so
this must be the place!”. Judging
by the constant stream of new
and regular customers seen at the
restaurant it seems that is quite the
consensus. Dreamers and Doers: The Supermom Team
Editor’s Note: Citrus County is full of amazing people. Dreamers, doers, movers, and shakers. They all love Citrus County
and have high aspirations for the future of our community. Each issue of Inside Citrus will feature a person (or persons) who
are actively “Dreaming & Doing” for the good of Citrus.
Sitting at her kitchen table on a Sunday
afternoon with a hot glue gun in hand
– laboriously working on centerpieces
for a friend’s upcoming wedding – Katie
Wright admits she has a “hard time
saying no”. After a good chuckle, “I’ve
got to work on that”, she replies. Wright with friend and fellow parent
Michelle Lambo are a dynamic duo
well known all over Citrus County for
their relentless work as members of the
Lecanto Primary School Parent Teacher
Organization (LPS PTO). Wright is a
mother to four, Kaylie, 3rd grade, twins
Keegan and Kelsey, age 4, and Kole, age
3. Lambo has three children, Ashley,
5th grade, Tyler, 4th grade, and Paige,
1st grade.
Wright, the current PTO Vice
Presiden,t and Lambo, the current PTO
Donation Coordinator, contribute over
500 volunteer hours each annually to
the non-profit organization. “Some
months we may only volunteer four
hours a week,” said Lambo, “But during
a month when we have a big event, like
the ones at The Grove Downtown, it’s
easily forty hours a week”.
Lambo was referring to the three major
fundraisers the PTO has held at The
Grove Downtown. Each event had a
theme and a celebrity bartender. These
adult only events helped raise part of
the $16,000 to $20,000 that the PTO has
raised annually. The themes included a
luau theme and a black and white bash
while the bartenders have been reality
television stars and up and coming
musicians. All of the monies the PTO raises in the
year go directly back to LPS by way of
donations and events. The PTO holds
three parent nights each year including
the upcoming holiday night. They also
produce the Fall Festival and Teacher
Appreciation Day. Last year for Teacher
Appreciation Day, under a rockstar
theme, the PTO held a luncheon,
photobooth, and had each teacher’s car
washed during the school day. They
have recently replaced the sound system
in the school and this year they are
working towards purchasing a solar
powered marquee for the school.
The LPS PTO has also started a new
program
an honorable mention award from PTO
Today last year. Both women attended
the convention in Orlando to receive the
national award. Wright admits, “Many other schools
and groups have approached us to ask
for help in getting their PTO’s [and other
non-profit organizations] as successful
as ours – but when would I have time
for that?”. In addition to their devotion to the
Michelle Lambo, left, and Katie Wright, right pose with up and coming country performed Ryan Weaver at the recent Shop with a Cop fundraiser at High Octane Saloon.
called “Panther Pass”. In the beginning
of the school year parents are given the
opportunity to pay a flat fee and have
their child stocked wit school supplies
all year. “It is so convenient for the
parents, it takes the hassle out of the
shopping.” said Lambo. On top of all this the PTO has
contributed towards enhancing the
library, classroom repairs, landscaping,
and the purchasing of physical education
equipment. Wright and Lambo’s hard work has
paid off in more ways than one, besides
enhancing the school where their
children attend; the LPS PTO received
LPS PTO both Wright and Lambo are
very active in the annual Shop with a
Cop fundraising efforts. “We volunteer
for Deputy (Todd) Farnham. I sold the
winning Harley raffle ticket last year.”
says Wright with a smile.
“We do this for our children and for the
other 764 students at LPS.”, says Wright.
When asked what upcoming events
the PTO had in the pipeline Wright
mentioned the upcoming Holiday Book
Fair but Lambo quickly chimed in “who
knows what insane idea we will have
next”.
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Nightlife
Blue Gator Bar & Grill 12189 S. Williams St., Dunnellon
Live Entertainment, Waterfront
Dining, Food
352-465-1635
Grumpy Gators Bar & Grill 4828 S. Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa
Springs
Live Entertainment, Karoake, Food
352-503-2064
Burke’s of Ireland
564 N. Citrus Ave., Crystal River Irish pub, craft beers on tap, special
events monthly, Food
352-795-9036
High Octane Saloon
1590 S. Suncoast Blvd.,
Homosassa
Live Entertainment weekly, nightly
specials, DJ, Full Liquor, Billiards,
High Octane Grill, internet
sweepstakes room
352-794-6037
Buzz Bar
2380 NW US 19, Crystal River DJ’s, nightly specials, Karaoke,
billiards, Full Liquor
352-795-2888
Castaways
5430 N. Suncoast Blvd., Crystal
River
Open Mic Jam Sundays, Tiki Bar,
Daily Specials, Full Liquor
352-795-3653
Cities Bar
715 SE US 19, Crystal River
DJ’s, nightly specials, Karaoke,
billiards, Full Liquor
352-564-1011
Hot Shotz Bar & Grill
7715 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy.,
Crystal River
Billiards, Bowling
352-795-4546
Jim’s Club 19
3383 S. Suncoast Blvd.,
Homosassa
Billiards, tournaments
352-628-6698
Joyce’s Courtside Pub
203 Courthouse Square, Inverness Craft Beers
352-419-7909
Clawdaddys Raw Bar & Grill
1601 SE Hwy 19, Crystal River Karaoke, DJ’s, nightly specials,
Food, Full Liquor
352-564-2529
Liquid Lagoon
2035 Hwy 19, Crystal River
Live Entertainment, Nightly
Specials, DJ’s, Full Liquor
352-795-2337
Club Atmosphere
5792 S. Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa
Full Liquor Bar with Dance Floor
and DJ’s, nightly specials
352-628-6910
Marker 7 Tiki Bar
10386 W. Halls River Road
Homosassa
Live Entertainment, Full Liquor
Bar, Craft Beers, Ladies Night,
Cornhole, Food
352-503-2007
Colonel Frogs
3171 S. Stonebrook Dr.,
Homosassa
Live Entertainment, Karaoke
352-628-1076
Crackers Bar, Grill, & Tiki
502 NW 6th St., Crystal River Live Entertainment, Waterfront
Tiki Bar, Food, Full Liquor
352-795-3999
Dillon’s Irish Pub
108 N. Pine Ave., Inverness
Craft Beers, Acoustic Music
352-341-0100
Griff’s Bar
825 W. Main St., Inverness
Live entertainment and DJ’s,
special events, nightly specials,
Full Liquor
352-419-4814
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Mickeys Bar & Billiards
770 NE 5th St., Crystal River
Billiards, poker runs, biker
friendly, daily specials, live music
352-563-0302
Sandhill Saloon
3782 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy.
Lecanto
Billiards
352-220-7338
Sarge & Skip’s Place
904 SE Hwy 41, Inverness
Karaoke, Billiards, Full Liquor
352-726-8973
Sparrow’s Tavern
9542 N. Citrus Springs Blvd.
Citrus Springs
Karaoke, Poker Tournments,
Ladies Night, DJ’s, Nightly
Specials
352-465-0053
Stixx Billiards
3283 S. Suncoast Blvd.
Homosassa
Billiards, tournaments, daily
specials
352-628-0432
Waterfront Tiki Bar, Live
Entertainment, Food
352-628-2602
The Grove Downtown
210 Tompkins St., Inverness
Martini Bar & Lounge, weekend
entertainment, happy hour specials
weekly, full liquor
352-419-4825
The Loft Bar & Grill
10195 N. Citrus Ave.
Crystal River
Daily food and drink specials,
DJ’s, karaoke, full liquor, billiards,
darts, sports. Mug Night Tues and
Thurs
352-794-0226
The Nest
9707 W. Fort Island Trail
Crystal River
Nightly Specials, Sports
The Oar House
2591 NW US 19, Crystal River
Ladies Night weekly, DJ’s,
Full Liquor
352-563-5255
The WishingStone Tavern
5975 S. Florida Ave., Floral City
Billiards, Karaoke
352-726-2526
Thunder Inn
5210 N. Florida Ave., Hernando
Live Music, Daily Specials, Ladies
Night, Poker Runs, Billiards
352-465-7707
Two Dueces
7452 W. Grover Cleveland Blvd.
Homosassa
352-628-3220
Yardarm Lounge
5297 S. Cherokee Way, Homosassa
Waterfront Bar and Tiki, Weekly
Specials, Full Liquor, Food
352-628-2474
Sleepy Hollow
10333 Gobbler Drive, Floral City
Food, Biker Friendly
352-726-3242
Old Mill Tavern
10465 W. Yulee Dr., Homosassa
The Shed
Billiards, Full Liquor, Food,
5300 S. Cherokee Way, Homosassa 352-628-2669
irish
pub
Our large selection of craft
beers will keep your interest,
and we’re proud to say we
GuinnessTM
in in Citrus County!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Ain’t Patrick’s Day
Kentucky Derby
Great Pumpkin Patch Party
Irish Runners Club
Celebrity Bartender
The heart of
Books and Beer Club
Ireland located “Go Hog Wild” Roast
in the heart of Great Guinness Toast
St. Patrick’s Day
historic
Crystal River.” Dark Arts Beer Fest
Turkey Testicle Festival
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burkesofireland.com
The Heart of Citrus: New non-profit aids veterans
Editor’s Note: Citrus County is home to hundreds of non-profit organizations. Each issue will feature a different non-profit that is active in our
community. If you have suggestions of non-profits to feature, email your idea to [email protected]
Jamey Clovis knows the struggles of disabled
veterans, he is one. Clovis, a Marine, opened
Patriot Sporting Goods in early 2012. Located
in the plaza on the corner of Hampshire and
Lecanto Hwy (Co. Rd. 491), Patriot Sporting
Goods sells a wide array of fishing rods, reels,
bait & tackle and hand guns & long arm rifles. The store however isn’t a career path or
source of income for Clovis, it’s a way to give
back. “It’s the first of its kind in the country,”
said Clovis, “All of the profits go to the parent
company Warriors Creed which helps veterans
find jobs. I have volunteered all of my time to
start this store.”
Clovis, a five year resident of Citrus County,
had a background in fishing so coupled with his
Marine and government connections it seemed
like a natural pairing for the store. “The goal is
to be able to create jobs for disabled veterans,
but we also want to provide a service for
the community too. We have top of the line
brands at the store, people can’t get these just
anywhere.” said Clovis. The fishing side of the store carries Kissler
and Quantum rods to name a few. They offer an
extensive selection of bait and tackle. Brands
like Gary Yamamoto, Attraxx, Secret Weapon,
and Roboworms can be found in both fresh
water and salt water varieties. Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Glock, and Beretta
are a few of the brands of firearms they offer
along with accessories and ammunition. For
the long arms brands like Mossberg, Windham,
and Browning are available and popular. Skip
Austin, a Marine who occasionally volunteers at
the shop with Clovis, said “Right now the small
firearms, used mainly for home protection, are
selling well.”
Patriot Sporting Goods offers the CCW/
CWP courses which are required to obtain a
concealed weapons permit. These courses are
offered right at the store, typically every other
Friday. Clovis, via the parent company Warriors
Creed, has bigger plans than just the sporting
goods shop. A few other business ventures
are in the pipeline. He has been in process of
establishing an ammunition unloading facility
and a weapons refurbishment business. “I
have a lot of connections and relationships
with businesses and people in all aspects of the
government.” said Clovis. “I’m going to be
home-basing these other businesses here, out of
Citrus, to provide more jobs for the veterans.”
Patriot Sporting Goods is located at 760 W.
Hampshire Blvd, Citrus Springs, FL 34434. It
is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am
– 5:00pm. 352.527.1205
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Golf Courses
Brentwood Farms Golf Club
1720 W Nicole Ct., Lecanto
(352) 527-2600
Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club
509 E. Hartford St., Hernando
(352) 746-4425
Citrus Springs
Golf & Country Club
8960 N Golfview Dr
Citrus Springs
(352) 489-5045
www.citrusspringsgolf.com
Plantation on Crystal River
Golf Club
9301 W. Fort Island Trl.
Crystal River
(352) 795-7211
WWW.PLANTATIONINN.COM
Inverness Golf & Country Club
3150 S. Country Club Dr.
Inverness
(352) 726-2583
Lakeside Golf & Country Club
4555 E Windmill Dr., Inverness
(352) 726-1461
www.lakesideccgolf.com
Point O’ Woods Golf Club
174 S Golf Harbor Path
Inverness
(352) 726-3113
Seven Rivers Golf & Coutry Club
7395 W. Pinebrook St. Crystal
River
(352) 795-6665
Skyview at Terra Vista
2100 N. Terra Vista Drive
Hernando
(352) 746-3664
Southern Woods Golf
& Country Club
1501 Corkwood Blvd., Homosassa
(352) 382-1200
Sugarmill Woods Golf
& Country Club
1 Douglas Street, Homosassa
(352) 382-2663
Pine Ridge Country Club
5600 Elkcam Blvd., Beverly Hills
(352) 746-6177
www.pineridgecountryclub.com
Twisted Oaks Country Club
4801 Forest Ridge Blvd
Beverly Hills
(352) 746-6257
El Diablo Golf & Country Club
10405 N Sherman Dr
Citrus Springs
(352) 465-0986
www.eldiablogolf.com
Annual Corvette Drawing
Drawing to be held Saturday, December 15, 2012
1:00 pm at Crystal Chevrolet | 1035 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL
DONATION $100
PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE:
donate.suncoastymca.org/citruscorvettedrawing
or call Daniela Tiba at 727-467-9622 or Joanna Castle at 352-637-0132
All proceeds benefitting the Citrus County YMCA.
OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES: THE FOLLOWING RULES APPLY TO THE VEHICLE RAFFLE BY THE YMCA OF THE SUNCOAST, INC. IN CONJUNCTION WITH CRYSTAL
MOTOR CAR COMPANY, INC. (d/b/a CRYSTAL CHEVROLET). FAILURE TO MEET ANY REQUIREMENT MAY DISQUALIFY WINNER FROM ACCEPTING PRIZE.
Contestants must be at least 21 years of age. Void where prohibited. Tickets will be available for sale starting September 6, 2012. Tickets are $100.00 each. Odds of winning will be determined
by number of tickets sold or 1 in 2,000. Raffle ticket sales conclude at 12:59 pm on December 15, 2012 . Prize drawing will take place at Crystal Chevrolet, 1035 South Suncoast Blvd., in Homosassa, Florida on December 15, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Raffle will be conducted under the direction of the YMCA of the Suncoast, Crystal Motor Car Company and the certified public accounting firm of
Williams, McCranie, Wardlow & Cash, P.A. The winner will receive a 2013 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe. No cash award will be given in place of the prize. The winner must take delivery and complete
paperwork at Crystal Chevrolet in Homosassa, Florida. Winner is responsible for all taxes, and title, tag, and dealer fees. In the event of the winner’s failure to qualify or claim the prize within 30
days, or if the winner is unreachable, an alternative winner will be drawn. The vehicle will first be titled to the YMCA of the Suncoast; then transferred to the winner. Employees, advertising agencies, immediate family members, Directors, Officers, and Board Members of all branches of the YMCA of Suncoast and Crystal Motor Car Company are eligible to win. The prize winner must sign
a standard release form providing their address, telephone number and social security number and a W-9 tax form prior to receiving the prize. Crystal Motor Car Company is the sole judge of all
matters pertaining to this contest and reserves the right to change the rules without notice. Their decisions are final. All entrants waive any and all claims of liability against all sponsors, agents,
affiliates, the companies and their employees including any other person or entity acting on their behalf, for damage, injuries, or other losses which relate directly or indirectly to this Vehicle
Raffle. No purchase (or Donation) necessary to receive a raffle ticket. Individuals may receive one raffle ticket by handwriting their name, address, day and evening phone number along with their
birth date on a 3 X 5 index card. Card must be enclosed in an envelope, affixed with proper postage and mailed to the YMCA of the Suncoast. A self addressed envelope with proper postage
must also be enclosed in envelope to receive raffle ticket stub. The mailing address is: YMCA of the Suncoast, 2469 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, Florida 33763. Attention: Vehicle Raffle Director.
All proceeds, determined by the number of tickets sold, will benefit the YMCA of the Suncoast, Citrus County Branch. YMCA of the Suncoast is a licensed charitable organization under the Internal
Revenue Service Code Section 501 (c) (3).
YMCA OF THE SUNCOAST Citrus County YMCA
3909 N. Lecanto Hwy. Beverly Hills, FL 34465 | P 352-637-0132 | F 888-206-1244 | www.ymcasuncoast.org
All Sports All The Time: MLB, NFL, NCAA Football & Basketball, Soccer, and NHL sports channels/packages on 17
large flat screens
20 beers on tap and wide selection of bottle beer, including Arrogant Bastard and Palm Belgium Ale
featuring Shipyard Pumpkin Ale the month of November
Full Liquor Bar
Boars Head sandwiches, Syracuse’s Hofmann’s Hot Dogs Mouth Watering Burgers, Delicious Salads, and Daily
Specials
Every Month on the 17th – Corned Beef & Cabbage
Taco Tuesdays - $1.50 Tacos and $3.00 Margaritas
Happy Hour Daily
Monday – Friday 2pm – 7pm Saturday – Sunday 4pm – 7pm 2-for-1 Wells and ½ Price House Wines
There’s no place like this place anywhere near this place…so this must be the place!
744 S.E. U.S. Hwy. 19 • Crystal River FL 34429 • 352-794-3888
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What’s in a Mo?
In the past few weeks men all
around Citrus County are being
spotted with scruffy faces. For the
majority of these men – there’s a
valid reason. (The other 5% is just
laziness.) It’s called Movember –
during the month of November men
are growing out moustaches to raise
awareness for men’s health issues,
specifically prostrate and testicular
cancers.
Movember is a worldwide event
and was started in 2004. Men
who participate in Movember
shave their faces clean and smooth
on November 1, they spend the
remainder of the month growing
their Mo out. Men who participate
are called “Mo Bros” (women
who support them are called “Mo
Sistas”). Mo Bros are encouraged
to have annual check-ups in hopes
of increased early cancer detection.
Besides getting an annual checkup, the Movember movement
encourages men to be aware of any
family history of cancer, and to
adopt a healthier lifestyle.
The concept was brought to Citrus
County last year - on accident. Dale McClellan, owner of M&B
Dairy and chair of the Agriculture
Alliance of Citrus County had
been on vacation with his wife in
the mountains. While on vacation,
McClellan relaxed and didn’t shave. Upon his return, while at a meeting,
a fellow businessman asked him
“Are you doing that Movember
thing?”. McClellan was unaware of
the Movember movement so he
quickly did some research and
liked the concept. He sent a quick
summary of Movember in an email
to the Agriculture Alliance. Almost
instantly he received a response
back from Dorothy Pernu with
Seven Rivers Regional Medical
Center. She was intrigued and
wanted SRRMC to partner with the
Agriculture Alliance to bring the
first Movember movement to Citrus
County. “There is a fantastic job done to
raise awareness for women’s health
issues, specifically breast cancer,
in other months of the year. This
is our attempt to bring awareness to
the issues that affect men, especially
prostrate and testicular cancer.” said
McClellan. This year is the second year
Citrus County has participated in
Movember. Under the guidance
of the Agriculture Alliance along
with the lead “Mo Sistas”, Pernu
and Theressa Foster of Superior
Residences & Sunflower Springs
Assisted Living Facility teams
all around the county have been
created. Lollygagger’s Sports Pub
& Grill, Citrus County Board of
County Commissioners, and Citrus
95.3/The Fox 96.3 are a few of the
teams. Mo Bro’s are encouraged to share
their progress on the Citrus County
Movember Facebook page – www.
facebook.com/MovemberCitrus.
After the teams have grown their
Mo’s out all month they will meet
at Burkes of Ireland Pub in Crystal
River at 6:30pm on November 29 for
a Mo Show and Finale Party. There
will be a Mo contest with Biggest,
Lamest, and Best Looking Mo’s
taking home awards. Additionally
Burkes will have a silent auction,
celebrity bartenders, and food for
sale – with all the proceeds going to
the Movember Foundation. Page 9
Local Places
& Spaces
American Pro Diving Center
(352) 563-0041
821 SE US Hwy 19
Crystal River
www.americanprodive.com
Bird’s Under Water
(352) 563-2763
320 N.W. Highway 19
Crystal River
www.birdsunderwater.com
Florida Manatee Tours
(352) 795-7033
2380 NW Hwy 19
Crystal River
www.floridamanateetours.com
Butterflies
Manatee Campground
Marina & Pub Boat Rentals
(352) 628-5337
10175 W. Fishbowl Dr.
Homosassa
Homosassa Butterfly
(352) 628-6362
6991 W. Cardinal Street
Homosassa
Boat Tours & Rentals
Adventure Center at the Plantation
(352) 795-5797
9301 W. Fort Island Trl.
Crystal River
www.crystalriverdivers.com
Captain Mike’s Lazy River Cruises
(352) 637-2726
13821 S.W. Highway 200
Dunnellon
www.lazyrivercruises.com
Captain Stu’s Custom Airboat Tours
(352) 302-9207
5297 S Cherokee Way
Homosassa
www.airboatours.com
Chassahowitzka Charters
(352) 232-2783 Chassahowitzka River Wildlife Tours
(352) 382-0837
www.chassahowitzkariverwildlifetours.com
Crystal Lodge Dive Center
(352) 795-6798
525 N.W. 7th Ave.
Crystal River
www.manatee-central.com Crystal River Preserve State Park
(352) 563-1136
3266 N Sailboat Ave
Crystal River
www.floridastateparks.org/crystalriverpreserve Homosassa Airboat Tours
(352) 628-1197
www.homosassaairboat.com
Homosassa Riverside Resort
(352) 628-2474
5297 South Cherokee Way
Homosassa
www.riversideresorts.com
MacRae’s of Homosassa
(352) 628-2602
5300 S. Cherokee Way
Homosassa
www.macraesofhomosassa.com
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Manatee Connection
(352) 697-0220
267 NW 3rd St. Crystal River
www.manateeconnection.com
Native Sun Tours
(352) 212-6142
5300 S. Cherokee Way
Homosassa
www.nativesuntours.com
Native Vacations
(352) 794-0317
2880 N. Seabreeze Pt.
Crystal River
www.nativevacations.com
Nature’s Resort RV Park
(352) 628-9544
10359 Halls River Rd.
Homosassa
www.naturesresortfla.com
Port Hotel Dive Center
(352) 795-7234
1610 SE Paradise Circle
Crystal River
www.porthoteldivecenter.com
River Safaris & Gulf Charters
(352) 628-5222
10823 Yulee Dr. Homosassa
www.riversafaris.com
Wild Bill’s Arboat Tours
(352) 726-6060
12430 E. Gulf to Lake Hwy
Inverness
www.wildbillsairboattour.com
Manatee & Diving Encounters
Adventure Diving
(352) 794-7227
48 NW US 19
Crystal River
www.adventurediving.org
Air Tank Divers
(352) 382-2250
9027 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
www.manateetours.net
Manatee Tour and Dive
(352) 795-1333
267 N.W. 3rd Street
Crystal River
www.manateetoursusa.com
Marinas
Magic Manatee Marina
(352) 628-7334
10806 Halls River Rd
Homosassa
www.magicmanateemarina.com
Pete’s Pier Inc.
(352) 795-3302
1 S.W. 1st Place
Crystal River
Riverhaven Marina
(352) 628-5545
5296 S Riverview Cir.
Homosassa
www.riverhavenmarina.com
Twin Rivers Marina
(352) 795-3552
2880 N. SeaBreeze Pt.
Crystal River
www.twinriversmarina.com
Kayak Rentals & Tours
A Crystal River Kayak Company
Kayaks & Beyond
(352) 795-2255
1332 SE Hwy 19
Crystal River
www.kayakcrystalriver.com
Aardvark’s Florida Kayak Company
(352) 795-5650
707 N. Citrus Ave, Suite A
Crystal River
www.floridakayakcompany.com
Crystal River Kayak Rentals
(352) 777-1814
1 Southwest 1st Place
Crystal River
www.crystalriverfloridakayakrental.com
Kayak Karavan
(888) 821-0082
8501 Miss Maggie Dr. Lot 21
Chassahowitzka
www.kayakkaravan.com
Moonrise Resort
(352) 726-2553
8801 E. Moonrise Lane, Lot 18
Floral City
www.moonriseresort.com
Nature Coast Kayak Tours
(352) 795-9877
www.naturecoastkayaktours.com
Nature Coast Outpost
(352) 382-0800
8600 W. Miss Maggie Dr.
Homosassa
Riversports Kayaks
(352) 621-4972
5297 S. Cherokee Way
Homosassa
www.flakayak.com
Parks & Preserves
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
(352) 563-2088
www.fws.gov/crystalriver
Fort Cooper State Park
(352) 726-0315
3100 S. Old Floral City Rd.
Inverness
www.floridastateparks.org/fortcooper
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins State Historic Site
(352) 795-3817
CR 490 West of US 19
Homosassa
www.floridastateparks.org/yuleesugarmill
Crystal River Archaeological State Park
(352) 795-3817
3400 N. Museum Pt
Crystal River
www.floridastateparks.org/crystalriverarchaeological
Crystal River Preserve State Park
(352) 563-1136
3266 N Sailboat Ave
Crystal River
www.floridastateparks.org/crystalriverpreserve
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs
Widlife State Park
(352) 341-5703
4150 S. Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings
Withlacoochee State Forest
(352) 754-6896
www.floridaforestservice.com
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge
(352) 563-2088
www.fws.gov/chassahowitzka
St. Martins Marsh Aquatic Preserve
(352) 563-0450
3266 North Sailboat Avenue
Crystal River
www.dep.state.fl.us
Whispering Pines Park
(352) 726-3913
1700 Forest Dr.
Invernesswww.inverness-fl.gov
Fort Island Gulf Beach
(352) 527-7540
16000 W. Fort Island Trail
Crystal River
www.citruscountyparks.com
Hunter Springs Park
(352) 795-4216
104 NE 1st Ave.
Crystal River
www.crystalriverfl.org
Kings Bay Park
(352) 795-4216
268 NW 3rd St.
Crystal River
www.crystalriverfl.org
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Friday November 16
Friday Night Thunder, City of Inverness
Government Building, 212 W. Main Street,
Inverness. 5:00pm – 8:00pm. Free show
with over 60 antique and classic cars,
classic care cruise in. www.inverness-fl.
gov
Cigar Night & Tap Takeover. Burke’s of
Ireland, 564 N. Citrus Ave, Crystal River. 7:00pm. This month’s tap takeover is
Goose Island Brewing Company. www.
burkesofireland.com
Saturday November 17
Inverness Farmer’s Market, City of
Inverness Government Building, 212 W.
Main Street, Inverness. 8:00am – 12:00pm. Wide selection of locally produced fruits
and vegetables, plants and flowers, in
addition to herbs, soaps, honey, and other
items. www.InvernessFarmersMarket.com
2nd Annual Inverness Grand Prix, City of
Inverness Government Building, 212 W.
Main Street, Inverness. 9:00am – 5:00pm. A free and fun event, practice heats start
around 9:00am, with “serious” class
racing beginning at noon. On Main Street
there will be vendors, classic cars, kid’s
activities, music and more. Some areas,
such as the Kart Pit areas and bleacher
seating may require a small donation for
entry. Proceeds go to help the Boys &
Girls Club of Citrus County. For more
information, call 726-2611.
Cpl. Joshua Langston White Benefit Poker
Run, begins at American Legion Post #155. 6585 W. Gulf-to-Lake Highway, Crystal
River. Sign in between 9:00am – 11:00am,
last bike in at 4:00pm. 353.795.6526 for
more information. And they call the
thing rodeo…
music show, and silent auction at Inverness
Middle School at 5:00pm. Sponsored by
Dance Central Studio. Proceeds will go to
the Jazmine Lee Fund. For information,
No one else but Garth Brooks can put
call Chandra Haimbaugh at Dance Central
it better, “it’s the white in his knuckles,
Studio, 352-400-1886.
Glow for a Cure – Glow Golf Tournament,
El Diablo Golf Course. 10405 N. Sherman
Drive, Citrus Springs. 5:30pm. Hosted by
Rotaract of Citrus County and the Rotary
Club of Crystal River. The tournament
will feature glow in the dark golf balls
and flags. Contact Rory Wells for more
information. 352.201.9057.
17th Annual Citrus Stampede Rodeo,
Citrus County Fairgrounds, Inverness. Gates open at 5:30pm, Rodeo at 8:00pm. Presented by Crystal Autos and the
Citrus County 4-H Foundation. www.
citrusstampederodeo.com
Sunday November 18
Ozello Arts & Craft Festival. 14095
West Ozello Trail, Crystal River. Come
experience the Ozello Arts & Crafts
Festival with many artists and crafters
including food and fun for all. Free Parking.
For more information call 352.634.0563.
Wednesday November 21
Turkey Testicle Festival. Burkes of Ireland,
564 N. Citrus Ave, Crystal River. 2:00pm.
Come join the fun; enjoy drink specials and
silly contests. www.burkesofireland.com
the gold in his buckle – He’ll win in the
next go round…It’s the ropes and the
reins and the joy and the pain and they
call the thing Rodeo…”
On November 16 & 17 for the 17th
time, the Citrus County 4-H Foundation will host the Citrus Stampede Rodeo. Held at the Citrus County Fairgrounds in Inverness, this year’s event
is sponsored by Crystal Auto Group,
BrightHouse Networks, and Spires
Contracting Corporation. The Citrus Stampede Rodeo is part
of the Professional Rodeo Circuit Association, which has over 50 shows
across the country. Riders
are competing for a spot at
the Dodge RAM National
Circuit Finals Rodeo. Calf
roping, bull riding, and barrel racing are just a few of
the numerous events spectators will get to see. Besides the rodeo events there
will be games for the children, vendors, food, and a
mechanical bull.
The event benefits the 4-H Foundation which is the umbrella organization for the Citrus County 4-H Clubs. 4-H is an organization for the youth of
county. In 4-H children develop public
speaking skills, learn different aspects
of the agriculture arena, and participate
in numerous community service activities. Gates open at 5:30pm both nights. Advance tickets can be purchased at
both Chamber offices, the County 4-H
office in Lecanto, and the Fair office in
Inverness as well as various other outlets across the county. More information on the rodeo can be found at www.
citrusstampederodeo.com.
Thursday November 22
Happy Thanksgiving! From the staff at
Inside Citrus we remind you to be thankful
for the blessings you have received. Friday November 23
Crystal River Mall Annual Tree Lighting. 1801 NW Hwy 19, Crystal River. 10:00am
– 4:00pm. Join the Mall for the annual
tree lighting in partnership with Hospice
of Citrus County. Free photos with Santa
until 4:00pm. www.thecrystalrivermall.
com
Saturday November 24
Market Day with Art & Treasures. The
Shoppes of Heritage Village, 657 N.
Citrus Ave, Crystal River. 9:00am –
3:00pm. Local Produce, Plants, Pantry,
Artistic Talent & Vintage Collectibles
on the 2nd Saturday of each month. On
the Grounds of Heritage Village. www.
Ozello Arts & Craft Festival, 14095 theshoppesofheritagevillage.com
West Ozello Trail, Crystal River. Come
experience the Ozello Arts & Crafts
Festival with many artists and crafters Wednesday November 28
including food and fun for all. Free Parking. Books and Beer Club. Burkes of Ireland.
564 N. Citrus Ave, Crystal River. 6:30pm. For more information call 352.634.0563.
This month’s book is Anna Karenina. Get Unleashed for Jazzy, fundraising dance, www.burkesofireland.com
Marine Science Station Open House &
Barry L. Cannon Memorial Aquarium
Re-Dedication. 12073 West Fort Island
Trail, Crystal River. 9:00am – 2:00pm. Guided boat ride & walking tour of the
Marine Science Station campus. For more
information call 352.795.4393.
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Dining
Guide
American
B&W Rexall Drugs
214 Hwy 41 S
Inverness
352-726-2005
Emily’s Restaurant
7181 W Cardinal St
Homosassa Springs
352-628-6559
Sugarmill Restaurant
5446 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
352-628-0800
Skeet’s Family Barbeque
3887 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
352-527-7250
The Boathouse
1935 SE US Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-564-9636
Breakfast/Lunch
The Cowboy Café
9576 N Citrus Springs Boulevard
Citrus Springs
352 897-8305
Asian
Front Porch Restaurant & Pie Shop
12039 N Florida Ave
Dunnellon
352-489-4708
Bangkok Thai
4025 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
352-746-0443
Joe’s Family Restaurant
911 W Main St
Inverness
352-726-1288
Fuji Asian Bistro
4522 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
352-628-1888
Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill744
SE Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-794-3888
Mr Wangs Chinese Restaurant
3906 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
352-628-6366
Mulligan’s Bar & Grill
1305 E Norvell Bryant Hwy
Hernando
352-560-0012
Rustic Ranch Restaurant & Bakery
104 US Hwy 41 S
Inverness
352-726-7333
Seagrass Resort
10410 W Halls River Rd
Homosassa
352-503-6808
Shamrock Inn
8343 E Orange Ave
Floral City
352-726-6414
Stumpknockers
110 W Main St
Inverness
352-727-2212
Mr. King Chinese
471 NE 1st Terrace
Crystal River
352-564-2488
Thai Phoon
238 SE US 19
Crystal River
352-795-1774
Bar-B-Que
Fat Boy’s BBQ
505 NW Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-795-4441
Fat Daddy’s Roadhouse
Bar & Grill
1470 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
352-794-6012
Dillon’s Cinnamon Sticks
727 Hwy 41 South
Inverness
352-419-7914
Eggheads
2649 N Forest Ridge Blvd
Hernand
352-527-4433
Floral City Bagels Deli & More
6689 S Florida Ave
Floral City
352-344-5124
Fresh Start Donuts
4001 N Lecanto Hwy Unit 4a
Beverly Hills
352-527-1996
Coffee Shop
Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters
541 N Citrus Ave
Crystal River
352-564-3400
Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters
2416 N Heritage Oaks Path
Hernando
352-249-3166
Creole
Neon Leon’s Zydeco Steakhouse
10350 W Yulee Dr
Homosassa
352-621-3663
Delis
Kracker Shack Café
859 S US Hwy 41
Inverness
352-344-1263
Brooklyn Dockside Deli
300 NW US Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-795-6669
Mama Sally’s
2010 SE US Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-564-0684
Eyepoppin Cheesesteaks
1111a Hwy 44
Crystal River
352-563-5503
Museum Café
10466 W Yulee Dr
Homosassa
352-628-1081
Joe’s Deli
234 S Hwy 41
Inverness
352-726-5501
New England Pastry & Café
3896 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
352-527-3374
Subs-N-Such
3160 W Pine Ridge Blvd
Beverly Hills
352-527-9027
Patriotic Place
10605 W Yulee Dr
Homosassa
352-628-1576
Subway
2639 E Gulf To Lake Hwy
Inverness
352-637-0800
Rob’s Café
471 N Dacie Pt
Lecanto
352-746-0969
Subway
4089 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
352-795-3313
Sabina’s Diner & Ice Cream Shop
2400 N Florida Ave
Hernando
352-637-1308
Taste Of Philly
630 NE 2nd Ave
Crystal River
352-795-7805
Village Inn Restaurant
4401 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
352-746-5446
Fine Dining
Cafés
Deco Café
109 Courthouse Square Inverness
352-341-5200
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Back Porch Garden
Wine & Tea Bar
650 N Citrus Ave
Crystal River
352-564-1500
Highlander Café
638 N Citrus Ave
Crystal River
352-563-0028
Fat Cat Grill
508 N Citrus Ave
Crystal River
352-563-2620
Ike’s Old Florida Kitchen
6301 Riverside Drive
Yankeetown
352-447-4899
Lakeside Bar & Grill
4543 E Windmill Drive Inverness
352-419-6511
Mcleod House Bistro
207 N Apopka Ave
Inverness
352-637-4300
The Rusty Duck
2924 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Lecanto
352-746-6691
Vintage On 5th
114 NE 5th Street
Crystal River
352-795-0004
West 82 Grill At The Plantation
9301 W Fort Island Trail
Crystal River
352-795-4211
Ice Cream
Ice Cream Dr
106 N Pine Ave
Inverness
352-342-4237
Neapolitan Ice Cream Shop
2484 N Heritage Oaks Path
Hernando
352-249-1073
Scoopeasy
3156 W Pine Ridge Blvd
Beverly Hills
352-527-9025
Ferrara’s Italian-Amer Deli
3927 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
352-746-3354
Mexican
El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant
2645 E Gulf To Lake Hwy
Inverness
352-341-0707
International
Heidi’s Italian Restaurant
901 Hwy 41 North
Inverness
352-637-1355
Olive Tree
963 N Suncoast Blvd
Crystal River
352-563-0075
Little Italy Of Inverness
124 N Apopka Ave
Inverness
352-726-5044
Taverna Manos
5705 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River
352-564-0078
Main Street Restaurant & Grill 4105 N Lecanto Hwy
Beverly Hills
Coach’s Pub & Eatery
114 W Main St
Inverness
352-344-3333
Moschello’s
3772 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
352-628-7704
Mickeys Pub 44
3782 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Lecanto
352-513-5944
Moschello’s II
750 W Hampshire Blvd
Citrus Springs
352-746-5000
The Cove
1242 S Cove Camp Pt
Inverness
352-344-5894
Rocco’s Pizza & Café
6612 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River
352-563-0442
The Loft Bar & Grill
10195 N Citrus Ave
Crystal River
352-794-0226
Two Guys From Italy
5792 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
352-628-6910
The Old Mill Tavern
10465 W Yulee Drive
Homosassa
352-628-2669
Latin
Seafood
Blue Gator Bar & Grill
12189 S Williams St
Dunnellon
352-465-1635
Yannis Restaurant
3297 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa
Italian/Pizza
Angelo’s Pizzeria & Ristorante
2492 N Essex Ave
Hernando
352-746-5026
Armante’s Restaurant
5813 N Carl G Rose Hwy
Hernando
352-637-4700
Brothers Pizza Restaurant
6746 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River
352-564-0374
Chef Anthony’s Pizza Café Inc
2780 N Florida Ave #6
Hernando
352-637-1920
Havana House Café
1209 S Lecanto Hwy
Lecanto
352-746-1020
Chef’s Of Napoli
1546 Hwy 41 North
Inverness
352-637-9669
Havana House Grill
6875 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River
352-563-0080
Pub Food
Beef O’Brady’s
6738 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River
352-564-0377
Charlie’s Fish House
& Seafood Market
224 NW Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-795-3949
Clawdaddy’s Raw Bar & Grill
1601 SE Hwy 19
Crystal River
352-564-2529
Crackers Bar, Grill & Tiki
502 NW 6th Ave
Crystal River
352-795-3999
Crystal River Ale House
1610 SE Paradise Circle
Crystal River
352-795-3113
Dan’s Clam Stand
7364 W Grover Cleveland
Homosassa
352-628-9588
Fisherman’s Cove
12311 E Gulf To Lake Hwy
Inverness
352-637-5888
Oysters
606 NW US 19
Crystal River
352-795-2633
Pecks Old Port Cove Inc
139 N Ozello Trail
Crystal River 352-795-2806
Riverside Crab House
5297 S Cherokee Way
Homosassa
352-621-5080
The Freezer
5590 S Boulevard Dr
Homosassa
352-628-2452
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Shopping
Dudley’s Auctions
4000 S. Florida Ave.
Inverness
(352) 637-9588
www.dudleysauction.com
Forgotten Treasures & Gifts
7838 S. Great Oaks
Floral City
(352) 419-5496
www.forgottentreasuresandgifts.com
Furniture & Antique Exchange
(Pack Rats)
3924 S. Florida Ave
Inverness
(352) 726-4550
La-Te-Da Boutique
707 N. Citrus Ave. Suite E
Crystal River
(352) 563-2572
www.lateda.biz
Heritage Antiques Mall
103 NW Hwy. 19
Crystal River
(352) 563-5597
Manatee Toy Company
631 N. Citrus Ave
Crystal River
(352) 795-6126
Howard’s Flea Market
6373 S Suncoast Blvd.
Homosassa
(352) 628-3532
www.howardsfleamarket.com
Olde Inverness Antiques
104 N. Pine Ave.
Inverness
(352) 344-0333
Steel Magnolia Antiques
8445 W Homosassa Trl
Homosassa
(352) 628-6672
Stokes Flea Market
5220 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy.
Crystal River
(352) 746-7200
River Safaris & Gulf Charters
10823 Yulee Dr.
Homosassa
(352) 628-5222
www.riversafaris.com
All About Nature
619 North Citrus Ave.
Crystal River
(352) 563-1425
www.allaboutnature.org
Mary Beth’s Bridal
657 N. Citrus Ave. Ste H
Crystal River
(352) 563-0722
Mezmereyes
631 N. Citrus Ave. Ste C
Crystal River
(352) 795-2020
Pepper Creek Pottery
10841 W. Yulee Dr.
Homosassa
(352) 293-7756
Ritzy Rags & Glitzy Jewels, Etc.
105 Courthouse Sq.
Inverness
(352) 637-6333
The Cotton Club
707 N. Citrus Ave. Ste D
Crystal River
(352) 563-2582
The Frugal Frog
7698 S. Florida Ave.
Floral City
(352) 344-1000
The General Store
639 N. Citrus Ave.
Crystal River
(352) 564-0311
Back Porch Garden and Tea Bar
650 N.Citrus Avenue
Crystal River
(352) 564-1500
www.backporchgarden.com
The Glass Garage
10849 Yulee Dr.
Homosassa
(352) 212-3617
www.theglassgarage.net
Cabbage Palm Gift Shop
614 NW US Hwy 19
Crystal River
(352) 795-7449
www.manateegifts.com
The Shoppes of Heritage Village
657 N. Citrus Ave. Ste B
Crystal River
(352) 564-1400
www.theshoppesofheritagevillage.com
Connor’s Gifts
218 W. Tompkins St
Inverness
(352) 344-9790
Towne & Country All Wood Furniture
107 Courthouse Sq.
Inverness
(352) 726-5900
The Garden Shed
2423 S. Rock Crusher Rd.
Homosassa
352-503-7063
Copp Winery & Brewery
11 NE 4th Ave
Crystal River
(352) 564-9463
www.coppwinery.com
Country at Home
101 W. Main St.
Inverness
(352) 637-6621
Crystal River Mall
1801 NW Hwy 19
Crystal River
(352) 795-2585
Ferris Groves
7607 S. Florida Ave.
Floral City
(352) 860-0366
www.ferrisgroves.com
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657 N. Citrus Ave
Crystal River, FL 34428
www.theshoppesofheritagevillage.com
Off the Cuff and On the Fly
539 N. Citrus Ave
Crystal River
352-563-2833
Willow Creek’s Secret Garden
941 NW Hwy. 19
Crystal River
(352) 563-0032
Professional Appraisers & Liquidators
811 SE US Highway 19
Crystal River
(352) 795-2061
www.charliefudge.com Galleries & Museums
Art Galleries
Museums
Florida Artist’s Gallery
(352)344-9300
7737 S. Old Floral City Rd.
Coastal Heritage Museum
(352)795-1755
532 Citrus Ave
Crystal River
Floral City
Franklin Anderson Gallery of Arts
(352)697-2702
1345B SE Hwy 19
Crystal River Riverworks Studio
(352)628-0822
10844 W. Yulee Drive
Homosassa
Historic Courthouse Museum
(352)341-6428
1 Courthouse Square
Inverness
Olde Mill House Gallery & Printing Museum
(352)628-1081
10466 Yulee Drive
Homosassa
You Got Spotted!
Word on the Street
Our Facebook fans were asked….
“What about Citrus County are you most thankful for?”
Emily Zastrow, Crystal River Green trees, clear springs, and Southern hospitality
Javien Clark,
Whittney Torres, and
Patrick Thomas work
with the Supervisor
of Elections office
at a recent event in
Heritage Village.
Yvette Baldner, Crystal River I’m thankful for Mike Reed from SunTrust who 22 years
ago helped me in opening my own business, Hot Heads the Art of Hair Inc. and for my loyal
customoers and supporters who have helped make my dream of owning a successful business
a reality. Dale Merrill, Homosassa Sunshine and Warm Weather
Kym Soluri Druga, North Carolina I’m thankful for how the community has joined
together to support Josh Langston White. I have never been more proud of my hometown
than in the time since Josh’s injury for all the amazing things the county has done to help him
and his family. Anne Adams, Crystal River I’m thankful for the parents of Citrus County. My
business takes me many places, and the parents of Citrus County really get involved with
their children’s lives. This is an awesome place to raise kids.
Joe Bell and Todd
Workman got spotted
at the Citrus Builders
Association Home &
Outdoor Show. Their
businesses Surfaces
Flooring and
Suncoast Plumbing
had a nice booth set
up.
Tracey Ellsworth Hollis, Hernando County I’m thankful for the “home” feeling of Citrus
County. I know if I wanted to I could move home and raise my girls and they would be happy.
Elizabeth Goodale-Yerian, Homosassa I’m thankful for Sheriff Jeff Dawsy and his
organization for keeping my children safe. Our school system also rocks!
Caitlin Carmichael, Inverness I am thankful for the Cove, Little League in Whispering
Pines Park, Cooterfest, Southern Hospitality, and hot days on the river eating boiled peanuts
and heading for a swim at Three Sisters!
Joellen Collazo, Hernando I am thankful for the opportunity to teach in the Citrus County
School system. I have taught here for 25 years and have had an amazing experience.
Kathy Gilman,
Kendall Farley, and
Karen Cunningham
enjoy live music
outside the Old Mill
Tavern in Homosassa
after the Homosassa
Seafood Festival. Joanna Castle,
YMCA Executive
Director, Sara
Bargiel, and Jessica
Leach work the
YMCA booth at the
Homosassa Seafood
Festival. YMCA had
the Corvette they
are raffling off on
display.
Sheri Salton, Inverness We love all the waterways through out Citrus County. Year round
we can hop on our boat with the kid and dog and spend the day basking in the sun on the
river soaking up as much fun as we can handle. There also really isn’t a more peaceful place
than the lakes around here. You can breathe in the fresh air and the scenes are like something
out of a movie, our county is the best kept secret which helps to preserve our small town
peacefulness.
Toya Robison
Jade White, on air
personality with
Citrus 95.3 got
spotted doing a
promotional event in
Crystal River for the
radio station. Page 15