Week of May 9 - May 15, 2013 |
Wednesday, May 1 – Monday, May 27, 2013
Memorial Day Fishing ContestDaily starting on May 1; ends on May 27 at 12:00 noon. Blue Pelican Marina, 5000 Calienta Street, Hernando Beach, Fl. You have 27 chances to catch the big one! There is a $5.00 entry fee for any fish category you want to enter. The winner “takes all” in each category, which includes Red Grouper, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Trout, and Redfish (largest and most spots). The daily weigh-in is from 8:00am-5:00pm at the Marina. Winners will be announced on May 27. For more information, call 352-610-9999.
Thursday, May 9 – Saturday, May 11, 2013 9th Annual Old School Biker Rodeo WeekendThursday, May 9, 4:00pm – Saturday, May 11, midnight. 27151 Soult Road, Brooksville. Enjoy the Biker Rodeo on Saturday (1:00pm) and live entertainment including 12 bands, games and vendors, all emceed by Scootergoods Big Ragoo. Attendees must be age 21 and over; no pets allowed. The entry fee is only $10.00 for the weekend and camping is free. All proceeds will benefit needy veterans. For additional information, contact J.O. at 352-540-5123 or Don at 352-596-3704.
Friday, May 10, 2013 Earth Day Celebration10:00am-2:00pm. USDA-NRCS Plant Material Center, 14119 Broad Street (6 miles north of Brooksville on US-41), Brooksville. Celebrate “Mother Earth” at the local Natural Resource Conservation Service facility, where you’ll find information on native plants, pollinator garden planting, a wildflower giveaway, and displays and handouts from federal, state, and local conservation agencies. Bring the whole family to enjoy the fun-filled activities. A light lunch will be available for purchase. Admission and parking are free. 352-796-9600 / http://plant-materials.nrcs.
Friday May 10, 2013 Market On Main Street‘s Fresh Friday10:00am-7:00pm. Historic Downtown Brooksville. Experience downtown Brooksville and shop at the same time! Your day will be brighter with a great trip to the local outdoor market, where you’ll find fresh produce, baked goods, fruit, Italian ice, honey, soaps, crafts and more, plus live entertainment all day. The local merchants will be open for your shopping and dining pleasure. For more information, call 352-848-0090
Friday, May 10 – Saturday, May 11, 2013 Ghost Tour8:00-10:00pm. Hernando Heritage Museum, 601 Museum Court, Brooksville. Legend has it that the 151-year old former residence of pioneer Frank Saxon is still inhabited by some of its residents, including three-year old Jessie May Saxon. Hand-held cameras and recording devices allowed. Tour is by reservation only, $20.00 per person (cash only). 352-799-0129 / www.
Saturday, May 11, 2013 Annual Mother’s Day Victorian Tea4:00pm-6:00pm. May-Stringer Historical Museum, 601 Museum Court, Brooksville. You are invited to share some special time with Mom, and guests are invited to “dress for tea.” Tea and light refreshments will be served to guests seated at elegantly decorated tables under the magnificent oaks. Each table will be devoted to a particular stage of life in keeping with this year’s theme “Celebrating Life.” Adults $15.00; children age 6 and under, $6.00. Tickets are available by advance purchase only at the Museum, Tuesday-Saturday from 12:00-3:00pm or by calling 352-799-0129 or 352-796-5398. www.
Saturday, May 11, 2013 Artists In The Gardens And Fancy Hat Show10:00am-1:00pm. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens, 1485 Parker Avenue, Spring Hill. Join the group for a unique event as you meander through the Gardens while local artists demonstrate a variety of arts and crafts. Guests are invited to wear a hat for the event, or simply enjoy seeing the hats of others. 352-683-9933 / http://www.naturecoastgardens.com
Saturday, May 11, 2013 Travel Around The World Volksmarch8:00am-12:00pm. Sand Hill Scout Reservation, 11210 Cortez Blvd. (SR-50), Brooksville. Enjoy the scenery and the wildlife on a 5K or 10K Volksmarch (People Walk) through the Sand Hill Scout Reservation. Meet new people and enjoy the camaraderie among your fellow walkers and runners during this non-competitive event. After completing your walk, enjoy the entertainment and food until 4:00pm. Pre-registration is required; call 352-442-2259 for additional information.
Saturday, May 11 – Sunday, May 12, 2013 Airport Flea Market and Farmers’ Market8:00am-3:00pm. 17375 Spring Hill Drive (just west of US-41), Brooksville. Shop for what you need and find a bargain at the same time! Approximately 100 vendors offer everything from housewares, tools, collectibles, cosmetics, craft items, recreational items and fresh-from-the-farm goodies.
Saturday, May 11 – Sunday, May 12, 2013 Gun Show9:00am-5:00pm Saturday, May 11; 9:00am-4:00pm Sunday, May 12. Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 Broad Street (US-41 south), Brooksville. The Hernando Sportsmans Club hosts the gun show where you can buy, sell and trade. Admission is $6.00 per person. For additional information, contact Randie at 352-799-3605 or visit http://www.hernandosportsmansclub.com
Saturday, May 11 – Sunday, May 12, 2013 Sunflower Maze10:00am-5:00pm (last ticket sold at 4:00pm). Sweetfields Farm, 17250 Benes Roush Rd. (off US-41), Masaryktown. Maze your way through the paths of 8-10ft. tall sunflowers in search of the exit! Enjoy hay rides, the picnic area, the rubber duck race, animals, crafts, fresh produce and the U-Pick area! Sturdy shoes are suggested (no open toe shoes, sandals, flip-flops), along with sunscreen and a hat. Don’t forget your camera! Adults: $8.50; ages 3-11: $4.50; age 2 and under: Free. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. (Note: no credit cards or checks accepted; no ATM on site). 352-279-0977 / http://www.sweetfieldsfarm.com
Saturday, May 11, 2013 Hernando County Farmer’s Market10:00am-3:00pm. 2450 US-19, Spring Hill, Fl (Commercial Way) in the old K-Mart Parking Lot, Spring Hill. Vendors offer fresh veggies and fruit, organic and Amish country food, plants, local honey, herbs, soaps, jams, candy, baked goods, jewelry, crafts, and more. 352-232-4241 / www.
Monday, May 13, 2013 Centuries of Gardening That Led to Florida-Friendly Landscaping5:30pm. Hernando County Extension Office, 1653 Blaise Drive, Brooksville. Experience a snapshot of the evolution in gardening trends and learn how Florida-friendly landscaping is right for Florida today. No pre-registration; first come, first seated. 352-540-6230 / http://extension.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Perry Oldenburg Hike9:00am-11:00 am. Meet at the Perry Oldenburg Mitigation Park, located at the east end of Deer Run Road, off US 41, 5 miles north of Brooksville. Join the group to explore the Perry Oldenburg Mitigation Park, a gopher tortoise relocation site. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles in length. Dress for the weather, bring binoculars, insect repellant, and water. 352-754-6722 / http://www.MyFWC.com/Chinsegut |
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Week of May 16 – May 22, 2013 |
Thursday, May 16, 2013
9th Annual Ride of Silence6:30pm. Suncoast Trailhead, SR-50 (Cortez Blvd., across from Grove Road), Brooksville. Riders of all abilities are invited to join the ride to honor loved ones and colleagues who lost their lives while cycling on public roadways. A brief Ceremony of Remembrance will be held first, and cycles will roll out at 7:00pm for the one-hour Ride of Silence on SR-50 to Brewers Funeral Home in Brooksville and back, at a 10 to 12 miles per hour pace. For more information, email to naturecoastbikeclub@gmail.com, or visit http://www.rideofsilence.org.
Thursday, May 16 – Friday, May 17, 2013 The ProducersMay 16, 17 and 18, 8:00pm; May 19, 2:00pm. Stage West Community Playhouse, 8350 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill. The hit musical comedy by Mel Brooks, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. Truly a “boffo” hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards®, The Producers celebrates all that is show biz. Tickets are $15.00 per person. 352-683-5113 / http://www.stagewest.net
Thursday, May 16 – Sunday, May 19, 2013 Orange Blossom JamboreeThursday 6:30pm through Sunday 8:00pm. Sertoma Youth Ranch, 85 Myers Road, Brooksville. This event features jamband action from around the state. Art, food and merchant vendors will be onsite for your retail therapy. New this year will be a “Coolest Campground Contest;” check online for categories and rules! Camping available on site; on Cortez Boulevard (SR50), Brooksville. Book online at http://www.naturallyhernando.org. 352-754-3082 / http://www.orangeblossomjamboree.com
Friday May 17, 2013 Market On Main Street‘s Fresh Friday10:00am-7:00pm. Historic Downtown Brooksville. Experience downtown Brooksville and shop at the same time! Your day will be brighter with a great trip to the local outdoor market, where you’ll find fresh produce, baked goods, fruit, Italian ice, honey, soaps, crafts and more, plus live entertainment all day. The local merchants will be open for your shopping and dining pleasure. For more information, call 352-848-0090
Friday, May 17 – Saturday, May 18, 2013 Ghost Tour8:00-10:00pm. May-Stringer Heritage Museum, 601 Museum Court, Brooksville. Legend has it that the 151-year old former residence of pioneer Frank Saxon is still inhabited by some of its residents, including three-year old Jessie May Saxon. Hand-held cameras and recording devices allowed. Tour is by reservation only, $20.00 per person (cash only). 352-799-0129 / www.
Saturday, May 18, 2013 Children in the Wild Series: Lunch for a Bear10:00am-11:30am. Chinsegut Conservation Center, 23212 Lake Lindsey Road (CR-476, 1 mile west of US-41 north), Brooksville. Children will learn about a bear’s life through classroom and outdoor activities, games, crafts, and story time. The Children in the Wild monthly series is designed for children age 3-7 years. Pre-registration is required. 352-754-6722 / http://www.MyFWC.com/Chinsegut
Saturday, May 18, 2013 Horace “HI-C” Copeland Annual Football CampCheck in 8:00am; Camp session is 9:00am-2:30pm. Anderson Snow Park, 1360 Anderson Snow Road, Spring Hill. The 2013 Horace Copeland Football Camp is free and limited to the first 300 registrants. The camp is for kids ages 5 -16 and is non-contact by design. Please pre-register by calling 352-754-4031 or visit http://www.hernandocounty.us/parks_
Saturday, May 18, 2013 Hernando County Farmer’s Market10:00am-3:00pm. 2450 US-19 (Commercial Way) in the old K-Mart Parking Lot, Spring Hill. Vendors offer fresh veggies and fruit, organic and Amish country food, plants, local honey, herbs, soaps, jams, candy, baked goods, jewelry, crafts, and more. 352-232-4241 / www.
Saturday, May 18 – Sunday, May 19, 2013 Airport Flea Market and Farmers’ Market8:00am-3:00pm. 17375 Spring Hill Drive (just west of US-41), Spring Hill. Shop for what you need and find a bargain at the same time! Approximately 100 vendors offer everything from housewares, tools, collectibles, cosmetics, craft items, recreational items and fresh-from-the-farm goodies.
Saturday, May 18 – Sunday, May 19, 2013 Music Under the Oaks Weekend at The Farm12:00 noon. The Farm, 19234 Lake Lindsey Road (CR-476 west of US-98), Brooksville. Enjoy the cool shade and fresh air with folks you know and new friends you’ll meet. Bring a covered dish to share, your chair and B.Y.O.B., along with your acoustic instruments, voice, poetry, stories and a smile! Admission and primitive camping by donation. 352-424-2655 / http://www.thefarmreport.webs.com
Saturday, May 18 – Sunday, May 19, 2013 Sunflower Maze10:00am-5:00pm (last ticket sell time is 4:00pm). Sweetfields Farm, 17250 Benes Roush Rd. (off US-41), Masaryktown. Maze your way through the paths of 8-10ft. tall sunflowers in search of the exit! Enjoy hay rides, the picnic area, the rubber duck race, animals, crafts, fresh produce and the U-Pick area! Sturdy shoes are suggested (no open toe shoes, sandals, flipflops), along with sunscreen and a hat. Don’t forget your camera! Adults: $8.50; Ages 3-11: $4.50; Age 2 & under: Free. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. (Note: no credit cards or checks accepted; no ATM on site). 352-279-0977 / http://www.sweetfieldsfarm.com
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Plants to Add for Fall Color & Great AlterNATIVES10:30am. Hernando County Extension Office, 1653 Blaise Drive, Brooksville. Do you miss the colors you were used to seeing when fall arrived? Guest speaker Rita Grant will offer instructions on how to add plants and trees to change your garden’s color palette. Plus, learn more about Florida’s native plants and how they can be a perfect choice for your Florida landscape. No pre-registration; first come, first seated. 352-754-6230 / http://extension. |
