Doris Bloodsworth to speak at writers group
On Saturday, November 21, at noon, Pulitzer-nominated writer and award-winning journalist Doris Bloodsworth is scheduled to speak at the regular meeting of the Freedom Writers Group of Florida Writers Association (FWA).
She has reported for The Wall Street Journal, Orlando Sentinel and Bloomberg News. She is the president of Crosswords Communications Co. and is the author of Images of America: Groveland, part of Arcadia Publishing’s popular, regional history series. She has edited several books and is working on her second book. Bloodsworth graduated with highest honors from the University of Florida, majoring in journalism with a minor in creative writing.
Join us for what promises to be a most informative hour.
Mom and Me Play Ocala
A local group of moms have assembled a community playgroup for tots and pre-K children. Led by Kari Coates, interesting programs are planned for Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Nov. 24 through December, or until the library‘s Storytime resumes in January.
Visitors and speakers are scheduled from the fire department, the sheriff’s office, health department, CFCC’s music department, and for their grand opening on Nov. 24, Mr. Tony, ambassador for the post office, will be on hand to instruct kids how to write letters to soldiers as well as to Santa.
For more information or to join the group, call Kari Coates at 693-3353 or email her at MomandMePlayOcala@yahoo.com
Art in the Library
Black and White with a Splash of Color is the theme for Norbert Sachs’ ShutterBugs exhibit this month. From fish and cats to vampires, this photography display surprises with its unexpected style of “splash.”
The Art Club of Oak Run spotlights Linda Glick, Artist of the Month of November, for her paints and watercolors. One row past the photography exhibit, you’ll find a wide array of her framed artwork.
Relic recovery
Relics and artifacts fill the library’s display case. Using metal detectors, the Mid Florida Historical Research & Recovery Association travels the countryside unearthing pieces of the past and displaying them for all to see.
Says Bill Beardsley, president, “Our club is composed of men and women of all ages who are interested in preserving Florida’s history,” and they use metal detectors to find these often not-so-small connections. Saws and musket balls are found alongside buttons and coins, and all can be viewed at the library.
Relics and artifacts on displayAnyone interested in attending meetings or obtaining more information is invited to contact Bill Beardsley, 352-873-9953.
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