Things to do in Hernando County Week of June 25 – July 5, 2015
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Music Under the Oaks at The Farm
6:00-11:00pm. The Farm, 19234 Lake Lindsey Road (CR-476 west of US-98), Brooksville, 34601. Enjoy Open Mic Night in the fresh air with folks you know and new friends you’ll meet. Bring a covered dish to share, your chair and your own beverage, along with your acoustic instruments, voice, poetry, stories and a smile! Admission and primitive camping by donation. 352-424-2655 / www.thefarmreport.webs.com
Thursday, June 25, 2015
LEGO Club
5:00-6:00pm. Main Library, 238 Howell Avenue, Brooksville, 34601. Are you a fan of LEGOs? Join the new LEGO Club, where you will be able to build LEGO creations and meet other LEGO fans! Materials will be provided. The LEGO Club is for children, ages 8-12. Advance registration is not required, but encouraged. For more information, call 352-754-4043, or visit www.hernandocountylibrary.us.
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Superhero Science
5:00-6:30pm. Main Library, 238 Howell Avenue, Brooksville, 34601. Learn the science behind some of your favorite heroes and villains, and their super powers including Magneto’s magnetism, Storm’s lightning powers, and Superman’s flight. The program is for ages 10-18. Space is limited; please register online at www.hernandocountylibrary.us, in person, or by calling 352-754-4043
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Current Events Commentary with Don Myers
12:00-1:00pm. Spring Hill Branch Library, 9220 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, 34608. Are you tired of the spin placed on the news? Get critical insight on today’s news from Col. Don Myers, USMC (Retired), as he explains current events and what they mean. A weekly editorialist, he has written extensively on the subjects of government, education, politics, the economy and the military. For information, call 352-754-4043, or visit www.hernandocountylibrary.us. (Any opinions expressed are that of Col. Myers and not of Hernando County Public Library, staff or Hernando County Government)
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Game Night for the Grown-Ups! (Thursdays through June)
6:30pm. Hernando County YMCA, 1300 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill, 34608. It’s time for the grown-ups to cut loose! If you are age 16 and older, you’re invited to the free community event for great fun and a great workout! Each week will offer a different activity to get you moving and meet new friends. Meet on the field for this week’s games featuring Corn Hole; first place, $50.00; second place, $25.00! For information, call 352-688-9622, or visit www.ymcasuncaost.org/hernando
Friday, June 26, 2015
Tech Tutors
2:30-4:30pm. East Hernando Branch Library, 6457 Windmere Road, Brooksville, 34602. Not quite sure how to use your electronic device? Do you have tech questions or concerns? Grab your gadget and stop by your Hernando County Public Library System! The library offers easy instruction in the Tech Tutors program! Bring in any hand-held, self-contained device, along with any questions you would like to have answered. Just drop in between the hours of 2:30-4:30 for one-on-one help. For more information, call 352-754-4043, or visit www.hernandocountylibrary.us.
Friday, June 26 – Saturday, June 27, 2015
Ghost Tour
8:00-10:00pm. May-Stringer Historical Museum, 601 Museum Court, Brooksville, 34601. Legend has it that the 160-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). 352-556-9571 / www.hernandohistoricalmuseumassoc.com.
Saturday, June 27, 2015
Scallop Season Opens!
Saturday, June 27 through Friday, September 25. The highly anticipated scallop season gets underway in designated waters off Florida’s Nature Coast. Make your reservations now for harvesting those tasty treats from the sea! For lodging and scallop charter information, visit www.naturallyhernando.org, or call 800-601-4580.
Saturday, June 27, 2015
Game On! at Your Library
10:00am-4:00pm. East Hernando Branch Library, 6457 Windmere Road, Brooksville. Calling all gamers! Did you know you can play video games at your East Hernando Branch Library every Saturday? Whether you enjoy video games or board games, you will have a great time with your friends and family on Saturdays at the East Hernando Branch Library! For more information, call (352) 754-4043 or visit www.hernandocountylibrary.us
Saturday, June 27, 2015
Hernando County Farmer’s Market
10:00am-3:00pm. 2450 Commercial Way (US-19) in the Rural King Parking Lot, Spring Hill, 34606. 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.hernandocountyfarmersmarket.webs.com
Saturday, June 27 – Sunday, June 28, 2015
Airport Flea Market and Farmer’s Market
8:00am-3:00pm. 17375 Spring Hill Drive (just west of US-41), Spring Hill, 34604. 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. For information, call 352-796-0268.
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Book Discussion: A Room with a View
3:00pm. Spring Hill Branch Library, 9220 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, 34608. Join the group for the monthly gathering and lively discussion of this month’s book, A Room with a View by E. M. Forster. Registration is not required, but copies of the book are limited. Please call ahead to reserve a copy for your use. For more information, call 352-754-4043, or visit the library’s website at www.hernandocountylibrary.us.
