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March 25, 2011

CHAMBER HAPPENINGS

 

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First Thursday - April 7, 2011 - 5:30-7:30pm

Banks-Page Theus Funeral Home

410 Webster St., Wildwood

 

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Let's Set a Record! 

Sumter County government's economic development agency has issued a friendly challenge to businesses to set an attendance record at the Sumter County Chamber of Commerce's April Lunch Exchange. Rick Dodge, president of e5 solutions, issued the challenge to more than 90 business leaders at the chamber's March 2 Lunch Exchange, promising that if more than 100 attend the April event, e5 solutions will contribute $300 to the chamber.

 

Chamber Lunch Exchange - Wednesday, April 13, 2011 - 11:30am

NASCAR RV Resort

6233 CR 609 in Bushnell

 

Sponsored by SCORE

SCORE is a non-profit association comprised of successful

entrepreneurs and executives who offer free and confidential

mentoring, workshops and business assistance to small businesses. 

 

Lunch provided by Papa Joes Pizza Pasta and Subs

$10.00 for members - $15.00 for non-members.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.  CALL THE CHAMBER TODAY! 352.793.3099 

 

 

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Ribbon Cuttings

 

March 29 at 1:00pm

Second Hand Rose

4081 CR 106- This is 301 N, just south of CR 466.

In celebration of their Grand Opening. The event will also feature live music from Denny Rogers and a Grand Opening sale on all merchandise.  

 

 

April 12, 2011 - 4:00 pm -

Board of County Commissioners        

Shady Brook Greenways - Located at Lake Panasoffkee, take a right after the rr tracks going West on 470

 

April 21, 2011 at 4:00pm

Lifestream Behavioral

Center - 410 East Belt Ave., Bushnell.              

Join them in celebration of AIMS program.

 

 

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LEADS LUNCH MEETS 

EVERY MONDAY,

AT 12:00PM

BEEF O'BRADY'S 2586 W CR 48 BUSHNELL

 

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LEADS SUNRISE 

MEETS EVERY TUESDAY AT 7:30AM

WILDWOOD COUNTRY RESORT

5604 HERITAGE BLVD.

WILDWOOD 

 

These groups are an active networking and referral group and comprised of local business people in Sumter and surrounding counties, providing a variety of products and services.

 

Other business people in this area are invited to attend a meeting, and should bring business cards, brochures, etc.

 

For more information call the Chamber office at

352-793-3099 or Bud Koehlinger, chairman,

352-212-0902.

 

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Chamber Ambassadors   If you are a chamber member and are interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador please contact the Chamber office at 352-793-3099.  The Chamber Ambassadors are "organized to provide leadership opportunities for members and to help enhance the Chamber's customer service focus".

 

Visit our Website Calendar to Add Your Event!
 
**NEW SUBMISSIONS

 

 

JaJackson Hewittckson Hewitt is offering a special for students who may not have to file but are entitled to the student credit of UP TO $1000--even if they have had NO income-- as long as NO ONE else has claimed them on another return.  Click here for more info ...

 

Jackson Hewitt Special for Seniors - 65/65 -If you are 65 or over we will do your return for $65 ON WEDNESDAYS.  Learn More about this great offer ...

 

**TAX FILING SEASON IS ALMOST OVER - 4 WEEKS REMAIN - LET JACKSON HEWITT HELP YOU WITH FILING YOUR TAXES.  CLICK HERE TO SEE OFFER TO SAVE YOU MONEY

 

 

 

Sumter County  BOCC will conduct a Community Workshop on the proposed roadway improvements.    Click here to learn more about this Community Workshop

 

 

 

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FOOD DRIVE BENEFITING THE WILDWOOD SOUP KITCHEN AND WILDWOOD FOOD PANTRY

Learn More about this important event . . .

 

 

City of Wildwood to have a City Logo Design Competitionwildwood logo

As the City of Wildwood continues to grow and change, the City Commission believes that a new logo is necessary to better represent our community.  The Mayor and Commission are inviting the community to enter into this competition to create and design a logo that would truly represent the City of Wildwood.  The logo will become the symbol of our community throughout the City on official documents, on marquees, vehicles, etc.  The City is requesting your talents to design our new logo.  The winning entry will receive a $500 cash prize.  Click here for entry form...  Click here for Conditions of Entry...     Click here for Competition Guidelines...

 

 

 

 

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**The Alzheimer's Family Organization is having a Support Group Leader Orientation/In-Service on Friday, April 15, 2011 at Spring Oaks, 7251 Grove Rd., Brooksville - Hernando County from 9:30am - 12:30pm.  Refreshments will be served.  The purpose of this meeting is to instruct individuals in the running and proper function of a Support Group.  Training is open to the public and is free.  You must register by calling 727-848-8888 or 888-496-8004.

   

 
 

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NEWS YOU CAN USE FROM LAKE-SUMTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE 
 

Lake-Sumter Community College and Florida Hospital Waterman will present their informative People's Medical School titled "Is Your Heart Worth the Trouble?"  The six-part series meets consecutive Thursdays, February 10 through March 24 (except for March 10), in the Leesburg Campus Health Sciences Center. 
Two one-hour seminars are presented each week by physicians and medical professionals.  With the cost of only $26, attendees can pick and choose their topics or attend the whole series.   Nurses attending the full twelve hours will  be awarded 12 contact hours.  Call the Business Resources Center's Continuing Education office at 352-365-3556 to register or visit www.BusinessResourcesCenter.org.  Click here to learn about classes 
 
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Lake-Sumter Community College Offering Zumba Exercise Classes on Sumter and South Lake Campuses.  Learn more about this fun way to exercise . . .

 

Mandatory Real Estate Course Offered at Lake-Sumter Community College on March 25 and 26. Click here to learn more . . .

 

Lake-Sumter Community College Offers Day and Evening Classes for Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide Students.  Click here to learn more . . .

 

 

 

 

 

Humane Society/SPCA of Sumter County, Inc.  "Waves for Whiskers" Boat Poker Run at Lake Panasoffkee  Come enjoy a scenic day with your boat and friends on Lake Panasoffkee - March 26, 2011.  Click here for more information

 

 

Dade Battlefield Historic State Park presents "Art In The Park"  April 9, 2011 from 8:00am - 4:00pm.  This is their first Art show featuring fine, affordable art by talented local artists.  Click here for Registration Form  Learn More about Art In The Park    
 

 

**CEMEX CELEBRATES EARTH DAY

Join Cemex at the Sumter Environmental Education Center at Cemex's Center Hill Quarry - 530 W. Kings Hwy, Center Hill, FL on Saturday, A pril 16, 2011 from 10:00am - 2:00pm.  Food and Refreshments - Tours - SANDesign Artristry - Door Prizes and Entertainment by Local Schools.  For more info contact Jenna Register at jregister@cemexusa.com

 

 


 

united wayUnited Way of Lake & Sumter Counties Announces Free Financial Classes

The United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties is offering free workshops to learn money savings tips.  Representatives from Wachovia Bank, N.A. will discuss budgeting, debt reduction and the benefits of credit improvement.  Workshops are held monthly at the Goodwill Job Center in Leesburg.   Class dates are January 13, Februay 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June, 16, August 11, September 15, October 10, December 8.  To register, call Goodwill at 352-326-8919

 


  

2011 SCARC, Inc. Benefit Golf Tournament Friday, May 6 beginning at 12:30PM at Shady Brook Golf Club.  For more information call SCARC, Inc. at 352/793-5156 or visit the website www.scarcinc.com

 

 

 

 

The Southwest Florida Water Management District urges year-round water conservation.  Water levels may rise and fall, but our water resources remain limited. The District encourages efficient, non-wasteful uses of water to sustain our high quality of life. For more information about ways to conserve water, contact the District at 1-800-423-1476 or visit the District's web site at WaterMatters.org.  Click here for Water Resource Monthly Update

       

 

 

**SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT FOR ADULTS DRASTICALLY REDUCED IN THE SENATE BUDGET

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