Cannery closed temporarily for repairs
Hernando County’s Little Rock Cannery, located at 15487 Citrus Way in Brooksville, is currently closed for planned maintenance through July 30, 2017. During this temporary closure, please call the Hernando County Parks and Recreation Department at (352) 540-6357 or visit www.hernandocounty.us/cannery/ for general information about the cannery.
National Dance Day
The YMCA will celebrate National Dance Day from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2017 at the Hernando County Family YMCA located at 1300 Mariner Blvd. Five local dance instructors will teach a dance routine prepared by the So You Think You Can Dance. The public is invited to attend.
Computers wanted, dead or alive
UUCIP is collecting computers to teach homeless people how to use them. Help the homeless find—and keep!–employment. Any make or model computer with a windows platform is appreciated. We will update obsolete models and repair broken computers. Call 352-600-9555 for information or to schedule your donation.
Chamber July Membership Meeting is July 26
The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce is having the JULY Monthly Membership Meeting at Silverthorn Country Club, 4550 Golf Club Lane, Brooksville on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, at 7:15 am. Network with local businesses and meet your next customer. Sponsored by the Hernando County Health Department/Hernando County Community Anti Drug Coalition, the guest speaker will be Amy Ronshausen, Deputy Director, Drug Free America Foundation, Inc. and Save Our Society From Drugs. Her topic will be “Marijuana in the Workplace.”Cost to attend the Membership Meeting is $15 for members / $20 non-members at the door. Pre-registration is strongly suggested.
For more information contact the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce at 352-796-0697 or register online www.hernandochamber.com.
Chamber Ribbon Cutting is July 25
The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate a Ribbon Cutting this month on Tuesday, July 25 at noon for American Executive Tax & Financial Services located at 2621 Forest Road, Spring Hill. For more information, contact Virginia Williams at (352) 592-9833.
Training Committee to meet July 25
The Chamber’s Training Committee will meet at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25 at the Chamber office located at 15588 Aviation Loop Drive, Brooksville. For more information, call (352) 796-0697, or visit www.hernandochamber.com
Business To Business Networking meets every Monday
Start your week with the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce’s Business To Business Networking. The group will meet every Monday morning, beginning at 7:15am – 9:30am. The group provides continental breakfast and networking opportunities.
Meeting will take place at the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce, 15588 Aviation Loop Drive, Brooksville. Cost to attend is $5.00 for non-members, members are free. Register online at www.hernandochamber.com or contact the chamber at (352) 796-0697 for more information. Like our new Facebook page ChamberConnectB2B
Celebrate Spring Hill’s 50th Anniversary July 27
Join a free family event as we celebrate Spring Hill, Florida’s 50 th anniversary. Hosted by the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce, the event begins 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 27 at The Lake House, 1202 Kenlake Avenue, Spring Hill. There will be special guests, food and beverages, trivia and more. Sponsored by Hernando County Parks & Recreation, Marker 48, Hits 106, Wild Buck Whiskey, and WXJB 99.9 FM! For more information contact the Chamber at (352) 796-0697, or visit our website at www.hernandochamber.com .
“Strategic Planning Workshop for NonProfits”
The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce invites nonprofit organizations to attend a no cost workshop “Advancing Your Mission” on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017. The workshop on reaching yours strategic development goals will be held from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Chamber office located at 15588 Aviation Loop Drive, Brooksville and presented by Kurt Glacy of LEVR Consulting.
Ready to plan, but don’t know how to begin? Join this informative workshop for a conversation surrounding Register now at www.hernandochamber.com or contact the Chamber at (352) 796-0697.
Fall is for Planting Workshop Aug. 5
Did you know that roots grow all winter while the top of the plant does not? This makes fall a perfect time to plant woody shrubs and trees in your landscape. The UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office (Clayton Hall) Dade City, FL , 36702 St Rd 52, Dade City, FL will hold a workshop from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017. on Fall Planting. Registration is required:
Advocacy Committee Meeting with Sen. Bill Nelson (D)
Learn how the Chamber’s Advocacy Committee is structured to serve the businesses of Hernando County. Join us Friday, Aug. 11, 2017, at the Chamber office, 15588 Aviation Loop Drive, Brooksville, 8:00am, with Guest Speaker Sen. Bill Nelson (D), as he discusses science, commerce, transportation and how it affects Hernando County. Register at www.hernandochamber.com or for more information contact the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce @ 352-796-0697.
Women Empowering Women Series: Lunch With Grace Nelson
The Greater Hernando Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch with Grace Nelson, wife of Sen. Bill Nelson (D) at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 11, 2017 at Southern Hills Plantation, 4200 Summit View Drive in Brooksville. The event is facilitated by Dr. Joanie Davis of Davis Family Hearing. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to www.hernandochamber.com.
SCORE Seminar: How to Apply for Non-Profit Grants
A SCORE small business interactive seminar on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 from 5:00 PM to 6:50 PM at Spring Hill Branch Library, 9220 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34608 will explore the truths, the how’s, and the why’s of grant writing. The participants will gain information on the key steps in the process of grant writing, matching their needs invariably as not-for-profits with the goals of grantors. Contact Barbara Sweinberg, Pasco-Hernando SCORE Chapter 439 barbara.sweinberg@scorevolunteer.org . Call 727-842-4638 Learn from the experts with SCORE’s small business training workshops. instructor-led training offered in a SCORE office or online.
Youth Orchestra seeks young musicians
Aspiring musicians, ages 6 to18, would you like to play in a real orchestra? Our repertoire is largely classical, but we mix it up. We present several concerts every year. Need lessons? An instrument? Maybe we can help. Learn teamwork and disciplines, working with other musicians. Rehearsals are Sundays 3:30-5:00 at The Heather Community Center, 9100 Nakoma Way, Weeki Wachee. Sign up at our website, www.hernandoyouthorchestra.org.
Hernando Historical Society seeks Volunteers
The Hernando Historical Museum Association has three Museums open to the public, Tuesday thru Saturday 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. — The May Stringer House, — The 1885 Train Depot and The Countryman Family One Room Schoolhouse, all in Brooksville.
We are in need of volunteers in several different areas; Tour guides for adult and students; Museum greeters, Grounds Assistants & Special Events Assistants to name a few.
If you are interested in volunteering, visit hernandohistoricalmuseumassoc.com for more information or call 352-515-3054.
Business and Professional Women to Meet
Business and Professional Women of Hernando County (BPW) will meet at 5:30 p.m. July 25, 2017 in the pool room at Atria Evergreen Woods, 7030 Evergreen Woods Trail, Spring Hill. Alizza Punzalan-Randle, BPW Florida president will be the speaker. Cost to attend is $15 (members) $20 (nonmembers), and includes dinner. RSVP Dorothy Baudry at (917) 929-2442 or email to Amy Bennett at abennett@accesshealthcarellc.net. For more information, visit BPWHernando.org.