Join the Walk!

By Kinley Rogers BedardParkinson’s Foundation Walk at Sholom ParkThe Ranch Fitness Center & Spa will host the Parkinson’s Moving Day Community Walk on Saturday, March 7, from 8 to 10 a.m. at Sholom Park. This event is part of the Parkinson’s Foundation National Moving Day Program, which brings communities together to celebrate movement, raise awareness, […]

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Home Improvement Expo

By Shannon PrinceHomeowners looking for fresh ideas, expert advice, and inspiration to enhance their living spaces are invited to attend the Home Improvement Expo on Saturday, March 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Circle Square Cultural Center. The event is free and open to the public, making it an ideal opportunity for anyone […]

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21st Annual Ocala Open

By Matt HibbsHow would you like to be standing over a 10-foot putt with a chance to win $17,000? Year after year, that’s what the Ocala Open presents to up-and-coming professional golfers. From Wednesday, March 25, through Friday, March 27, Candler Hills Golf Club will host its 21st annual Ocala Open. The Ocala Open is […]

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25th Anniversary of the International Space Station

Where does an astronaut dock his spacecraft? At a parking meteor. Sunday, Nov. 2, is the 25th anniversary of the International Space Station. Its construction was a joint venture of the United States, Canada, Japan, and Europe. More than 280 astronauts from various countries have been stationed there. The International Space Station orbits the Earth […]

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Celebrate Veterans Day Together

By Charles Calhoun On Top of the World invites local communities to join us on Tuesday, Nov. 11, to commemorate Veterans Day. Originally known as Armistice Day, it was a celebration held each year to mark the armistice that ended World War I hostilities, which took effect on the “eleventh hour, of the eleventh day […]

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Golden Years Kyudo: The Art of the Japanese Longbow

Golden Years Kyudo is a new club dedicated to the practice of kyudo, one of Japan’s oldest martial arts. Dating back to 1 A.D., Kyudo is more than just archery; it’s a way to cultivate self-awareness and spiritual maturity through mindful practice.  Influenced by Shinto, Confucian, and Buddhist philosophies, the art of the Japanese longbow provides a unique path to both physical and mental well-being. […]

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Can The King Keep His Crown?

The bird saw it coming at the last minute, a bright yellow orb heading its way.  The bird split just in time and the orb kicked off the branch and fell to the ground, 343 feet from its origin.  The bird was spared, and potentially my living room window as well.  The orb?  It was a softball, a monster blast, hit by Chuck King in the farthest distance segment of last year’s Home Run Derby during the Veterans Classic Softball Tournament.  The challenge was on.  […]

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A Taste of India Cooking Demo

On Friday, Aug. 15, the Arbor Conference Center Dance Studio I was filled with the aromas of spices, simmering tomatoes, and rich cream as more than 60 residents gathered for a lively culinary demonstration. Attendees were treated to an engaging exploration of one of India’s most beloved dishes – butter chicken – guided by Shashi Ray and Usha Vargas. […]

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