Things to do in Hernando County next week April 30 – May 6, 2015

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

9:00-10:30am. Chinsegut Hill Manor House, 22495 Chinsegut Hill Road (off Snow Memorial Hwy at US-41N), Brooksville, 34601. Do you find yourself the victim in the battle of keeping your garden free of unwanted vegetation? Learn which plant species to avoid and how to deal with the invasive plants that have taken up residence in your yard. Pre-registration is requested. To register, or for information, call 352-540-6230

History and Biography Book Discussion Group: Midnight in Peking
11:00am-1:00pm. Main Library, 238 Howell Avenue, Brooksville, 34601. You are invited to join the group for lively and thought provoking discussion on Midnight in Peking. Author Paul French, historian and China expert, uncovers the truth behind the notorious demise of a young English student in this engrossing true-life murder mystery. Registration is not required. Copies of the books are limited, so please call to reserve a copy for your use. For more information, call 352-754-4043, or visit

www.hernandocountylibrary.us.

Kissy Simmons in Concert
7:00pm. Silverthorn Country Club, 4550 Golf Club Lane, Spring Hill, 34609. John Leggio’s Center for the Performing Arts and The Broadway Dreams Project are pleased to present a magical evening with Broadway star, Kissy Simmons. Originally from Floral City, Simmons is a true Florida girl, even named after the city of Kissimmee. Kissy has traveled far and wide, spending nine years in the role of Nala in the Broadway production of The Lion King. To purchase tickets, or for information, call 352-683-8395, or visit www.leggioarts.com .
 

Friday, May 1, 2015

Tech Tutors
2:30-4:30pm. Spring Hill Branch Library, 9220 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, 34608. 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 is here to help with 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 indicated for one-on-one help. For more information, call 352-754-4043 .

Ghost Tour
8:00-10:00pm. May-Stringer Historical Museum, 601 Museum Court, Brooksville, 34601. 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). 352-556-9571 / www.hernandohistoricalmuseumassoc.com

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.

FORE! the Kids 2015 Youth Missions Golf Tournament

7:30am, Registration; 8:30am, Shotgun Start. Brooksville Golf & Country Club, 23446 Links Drive, Brooksville, 34601. What better way to start the day than by playing a round of golf while benefiting a great mission? You’re invited to participate in the four-person scramble format tournament with proceeds benefiting the 2015 summer mission trips for the local youth ministry of the First United Methodist Church in Spring Hill. Registration is $55.00 per golfer and includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, a barbecue chicken buffet, range balls and awards. Teams and individual golfers are welcome. For information or to register, call 813-966-5835.

The Lion King Workshop
Two sessions: 11:00am-12:00pm for children ages five to nine, cost $20.00 each; 12:00-3:00pm for ages 10-18, cost $30.00 each. John Leggio Center for the Performing Arts,10455 County Line Road, Spring Hill, 34609. If you love the music and the performance, you’re invited to participate in the workshop! For registration and other information, visit www.leggioarts.com , or call 352-683-8395.

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

Saturday, May 2, 2015

Color Vibe 5K Run
9:00am. Anderson-Snow Park, 1390 Anderson Snow Road, Spring Hill, 34609. Get ready for the most colorful, fun-filled day you’ve ever had! You’ll have more color on you than your happy levels can handle! Get your friends and family together for this amazing color blast event where you’ll be saturated with color while you run the Color Vibe 5K course. Color Vibe is here, and you’re about to get tagged! Solo or team entries are welcome. Visit www.thecolorvibe.com/springhill.php# for registration form and entry fees, frequently asked questions, and general race information. 352-754-4031.

Stars of Tomorrow Talent Search Auditions
2:00pm. Temple Beth David Social Hall, 13158 Antelope Street, Spring Hill, 34609. If you’ve ever dreamed about performing on stage, you are invited to participate in the Stars of Tomorrow Talent Search! Performers will be judged by three professional judges, and winners awarded cash prizes. Performers are requested to schedule an appointment for an audition time, with a scheduling deadline of May 1st. The audition fee is $15.00 per act, payable at the audition. To schedule an appointment, or for information, call 727-207-8496.

Saturday, May 2, 2015

Brooksville City Nights: Main Street Evening Market
4:00-8:00pm. Downtown Brooksville (vicinity of 20 No. Main Street), 34601. Held on the first and third Saturday of each month, Brooksville City Nights is a fresh market like no other! You’ll find unique cuisine, arts, vintage crafts, organic and local produce, entertainment, street vendors and more. Bring a chair to relax under the stars and evening lights, chat with friends, or cruise Main Street for your shopping delight. For more information, call Lisa at 352-428-9275, or email [email protected].

Nature Coast Game Roast – Wild Game Dinner
6:00pm. Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 Broad Street (US-41 S), Brooksville, 34601. Are you game to try new foods? Enjoy a taste of the wild side, with menu selections including venison, sliced elk, gator tail, frog legs, roast pork, buffalo kabobs, a low country shrimp boil, a cash oyster bar and more! Less adventurous eaters can enjoy hamburgers and hot dogs, and the over twenty-one’s will enjoy free draft beer. Live entertainment features The Embry Brothers. New to this year’s event is the Outdoor Lounge. Your ticket purchase includes dinner and one entry in the drawing to win long guns, a fishing charter, or numerous other raffle prizes. Single tickets are $50.00 per person, or $90.00 per couple. To purchase tickets, or for information, call 352-596-1114, or visit www.hernandobuilders.com .

5K Weeki Wachee Wilderness Run
7:30am. Weeki Wachee Preserve, 2121 Osowaw Blvd., Spring Hill, 34606. Enjoy the beauty of the Preserve as you run your way to the finish line. The course is a natural surface, flat run around the lakes of the Weeki Wachee Preserve. Hosted by FCCD (Florida Council on Crime and Delinquency), proceeds benefit local charities and the Wounded Warriors In Action. To register online, visit  : www.active.com/spring-hill-fl/running/distance-running-races/fccd-5k-weeki-wachee-wilderness-run-2015.

Spring Sunflower Maze, Spring Crops and Farm Activities
10:00am-4:00pm (last tickets sold at 3:00pm). Sweetfields Farm, 17250 Benes Roush Rd. (off US-41), Masaryktown, 34604. Maze your way through the paths of 8-10ft. tall sunflowers in search of the exit! Six acres of fun offer hay rides,picnic area, rubber duck race, the web maze, animals, crafts, fresh produce and the U-Pick area! Sturdy shoes are suggested (no open toe shoes, sandals, or flip flops), along with sunscreen and a hat. Don’t forget your camera! Adults: $9.50; Ages 3-11: $5.00; under age three: 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 / www.sweetfieldsfarm.com

Social Media Workshop
4:00-5:30pm. East Hernando Branch Library, 6457 Windmere Drive, Brooksville, 34602. Do you have difficulty grasping the workings of social media? If you have never used social media, or feel confused about how to use it, this class is designed to help you better understand the basic functions of the four main social media websites: Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram. Pre-registration is required. To register, or for information, call 352-754-4043, or visit www.hernandocountylibrary.us .

Monster Transmission / Chick-Fil-A Charity Cruise-In
5:00-8:00pm. Chick-Fil-A, 13143 Cortez Blvd. (SR-50), Brooksville, 34613. Meet and mingle while enjoying classic and newer cars on display. Cruise-ins are always free; the fun includes live music and entertainment, raffles, valve cover races, prize spin wheel, silent auction and more. This month’s event benefits A New Generation. For more information, call 1-800-708-0087 or email

Firearms Safety Course
9:00am-3:00pm. Hernando Sportsman’s Club, 16121 Commercial Way (off US-19, nine miles north of SR-50), Brooksville, 34614. The course will introduce the basics of firearms safety and the fundamentals of pistol shooting. Those who successfully complete the class will receive the required documentation to apply for a Florida concealed carry permit, if desired. The class size is limited and pre-registration is required. The cost is $60.00 per person, and includes classroom instruction and live fire training on the range. Bring your lunch, or food and beverage may be purchased. For more information, or to register, call 352-567-9931. www.hernandosportsmansclub.com