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Our elderly and disabled clients hope to remain in their homes as long as possible. To help maintain their independent living status, MSS Marion Senior Services provides for their physical and emotional well-being by offering the following support services:
Adult Day Care, Caregiver Support, Case
Management, Congregate Dining, Emergency Alert Response, Homemaker Assistance, Meals on Wheels, Personal Care, Respite Care and Transportation. Some of these services require a fee, based on income levels.
Marion Senior Services, Inc.
Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
Ocala, FL—December 4, 2023
The Ocala Camellia Society will present its annual camellia show on Saturday, January 27 through Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the Ocala Municipal Golf Course (3130 E. Silver Springs Blvd.). Members of the public are invited to both attend the show and enter their own blooms; show admission and entry for flowers are free. For new exhibitors, experienced club members will be available to help sort, name and place flowers for judging.
Dozens of exhibitors are slated to show off hundreds of camellia flowers. Shows typically receive nearly 1500 flowers. Judging takes place on Saturday, January 27 at 10 AM, and the show will open to the public for viewing from 1-5 PM, and again on Sunday, January 28 from 10 AM until 4 PM. In addition, the club will offer camellia plants for sale that be available on both days, which includes dozens of varieties especially suited to growing for this region.
Sunset Song Series– Downtown Band
- Date:01/10/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location:Downtown Square
1 SE Broadway St.
Ocala, Florida 34471
Dr. MLK Jr Wreath Ceremony
- Date:01/13/2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Location:Webb Field at Martin Luther King Recreation Complex
1510 NW Fourth St.
Ocala, Florida 34475
The Ocala Recreation and Parks spring activity guide features events and programs happening January through April, such as special events, programs and so much more!
Read, download or print the new Spring Activity Guide
Born: September 6. 1944 — Asheville, Alabama
Died: October 21, 2023 -Ocala, Florida
Surviving Spouse: Tamara Lynn Howard Hutto -married (37 years);
Daughter: Calley Hutto Copeland (Clay Copeland)(son) Josh Hutto (Lauren)
Grandchildren: Anja and Ian Hutto
Brother: Don Hutto (Vikki), Ocala, Florida
Sister: Barbara Christensen Lumberton, Texas
Education: Jacksonville State University – BS – Business, MonteVallo University – BBA – Marketing
University of Alabama – Graduate work and Military Service: Vietnam 1967 – 1968 Continue reading
On Veteran’s Day, The Ocali Society, Children of the American Revolution in conjunction with the Ocala Chapter, 
Daughters of the American Revolution launched an activity book to engage young people from elementary through high school in learning our local contributions to the nation’s war efforts. Samuel Coventry, President of the Ocali Society, N.S.C.A.R. was on hand with other members of the society and the Ocala Chapter Daughters to help assist young people as they worked through the books. Upon successful completion of the activity books, the kids are awarded a dog tag featuring Ocala Victory life-preserver, declaring them DAR/CAR Junior War Historians. For more information about this new program, contact Bill Ehrhart with the Marion County Veterans Services at the Exhibit and Education Center by calling (352) 671-8433.
To the Publisher TomL
Thomas – I know God is not done with America yet. It’s no secret that I am a steadfast Christian and man of God! Our nation began with the bold declaration that all men are created equal by God and that our rights derive from Him and not the government.
The founders insisted that faith must remain central to our national identity because, as George Washington summarized, “religion and morality are indispensable supports” of our republic. Like so many American households through the generations, in our house, we instill faith in the hearts of our children, serve God, and serve people.
I know our country is in desperate need of prayer.
Dear Friends of the Ocala Library,
We are having a book Sale in December!
The Sale is located in the Ocala Public Library meeting rooms
Paperbacks 25 cents, Hardback 50 cents, Children 25 cents
Friday December 1
Book Sale Friends Members shop 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Saturday December 2
Book Sale Everyone shops 10:00am – 2:00pm
Please share this information with friends and family. All funds earned will be used for adult and children programs at the Ocala, Reddick and Fort McCoy libraries
The City of Ocala seeks unique, thought-provoking exhibits that are appropriate for a public City space, where work will be viewed by citizens and guests of all ages. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Viewer engagement, artist intent, originality of ideas, and use of media and technique are all considered when an application is being reviewed for approval.
The City of Ocala recommends that artist(s) plan on delivering a minimum of 20 works to be exhibited. The gallery selection for displaying accepted works will be determined by the City based on the works submitted, space available, and needs of each gallery space. The City of Ocala will work with artists on the layout of the exhibit, however the City reserves the right to adjust the layout as appropriate for the space and based on past experience in the gallery space. Continue reading
Citizens’ Circle | 151 SE Osceola Ave.
Join us for the inaugural Brick City Bluegrass Festival in beautiful downtown Ocala! This all-ages, outdoor music festival will feature both nationally known and local bluegrass bands, including headliner Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers. Named Entertainers of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) in 2019, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers have consistently delivered chart-topping radio hits and energetic performances for nearly 15 years.
In addition to live music and entertainment, the event will feature a variety of food trucks. Beer and wine will also be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Coolers will not be permitted inside the event area.
Tickets
$15 Early Bird Pricing – On sale now until Nov. 26
$20 Advanced Tickets – Price increases Nov. 27 to Jan. 19
$25 Tickets at the Gate
Kids 8 and under and Veterans are free!
