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By TONY HOLT

Published: July 13, 2008

HoneyBaked Ham Co. and Café provides recipes for summer

SPRING HILL Outdoor parties and gatherings have increased in popularity as trends have shown that homeowners are investing more into their backyards, adding outdoor luxury kitchens and pergolas are just some examples of how the craze for outdoor living has popularized. HoneyBaked Ham Co. and Café is known for its signature spiral-sliced hams that are complimented with an array of side dishes. Some of the restaurant's secrets are being suggested. To view the recipes, visit www.HoneyBakedHam.com. For more information on the HoneyBaked Ham Co. and Café, located at 4638 Commercial Way, call Amgad Georggi at 592-2994. The HoneyBaked Ham Company was founded by Harry J. Hoenselaar in 1957. The Hoenselaar family still owns the company, carrying on its tradition of providing the original spiral-sliced gourmet ham. Today, each ham is prepared with Hoenselaar's 20-step method using only the highest quality ingredients. In addition to the legendary ham, the company offers an expanded selection of meal options to fill niches of the workday lunch, easy dinners, gifting and catering opportunities. The HoneyBaked Ham Company currently has more than 400 locations nationwide.

Women's professional group gives donation to Dawn Center

BROOKSVILLE During their June meeting, the officers of the Hernando County Business and Professional Women presented a contribution check in the amount of $500 to Debbie Andrews, executive director of the Dawn Center. The Dawn Center is a domestic violence shelter that offers services to women and children who are victims of domestic and sexual violence. Standing from left to right are Karen Lund, recording secretary, JoAnne Clay, president, Ruth Hoock, former president, Andrews and Irene Adjan, treasurer.

Mona Herreid joins The Grande marketing office

BROOKSVILLE The Grande corporate office recently announced an addition to its marketing department office at 723 Benton Ave. Mona Herreid has joined Beverly Bohlen in offering information and accepting deposits as the community approaches its October opening. The Grande will soon host several "welcome home" events, which will be open to the public by reservation. The community will be part of the newly renovated hospital building in downtown. To learn more about The Grande, visit the office or call 232-6025.

Art league announces new addition to "Art in Public Places"

BROOKSVILLE The Spring Hill Art League recently announced the addition of the Rising Sun Café to its "Art in Public Places" locations. Owners John and Lisa Callea will host an artist's reception the last Wednesday of every month. The league now has nine display locations in Hernando County where members can show their work. Rising Sun is located at 10 S. Main St. For more information, call Lynne Simone at 650-2661.

Westside Grooming reopens

SPRING HILL Newly remodeled Westside Grooming reopened June 24. The carpets were removed and replaced with ceramic tile and most of the shop was repainted. Also new to the shop is the automatic "soaper," which dispenses a mix of water and shampoo under pressure to deep clean under the pet's coat. For more information, call Sandi Lowe at 688-6078. The shop is located across from the new Holiday Inn Express along Coastal Way.

Ribbon cuttings scheduled for this week

The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce will have the following ribbon-cutting ceremonies this week:

Health Matters – 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 14, at 4082 Commercial Way in Spring Hill. For more information, call Ruth Branson at 688-4493.

Glen Oaks Apartments – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 16, at 8245 Omaha Circle in Spring Hill. For more information, call Larry Stellato at 686-3002.

Exhale Salon Spa – 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 18, at 3634 Commercial Way in Spring Hill. For more information, call Rebecca Graves at 556-4800.

Pharmacist will speak about medication Tuesday

HUDSON Pharmacist Troy Jarvi is the featured speaker for an upcoming lecture on "Understanding and Managing your Medication." This presentation is sponsored by Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point and will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 15, at CARES Hudson Bayonet Point Enrichment Center, located at 12417 Clock Tower Parkway. The event is free to the public. Due to limited seating, reservations are required and can be made at 727-869-5498 or 1-888-741-5119.

Look Good Feel Better Support Group will meet Wednesday

SPRING HILL The Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope will hold its Look Good Feel Better Support Group at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16. The group meets the third Wednesday of every month at the Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope's Spring Hill Center, located at 10441 Quality Drive, Suite 203 in the Medical Arts Building next to Spring Hill Hospital. For more information, call Peggy Dome at 688-7744.

Colon Cancer seminar scheduled for Wednesday

BROOKSVILLE The Hernando Endoscopy and Surgery Center recently announced its next seminar. Dr. Gary McCarragher, a board-certified gastroenterologist, will present "All About Colon Cancer" at 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at the Hernando Medical Park Conference Center, located at 12208 Cortez Blvd. McCarragher will discuss causes, prevention and treatment options of the disease. For reservations and information, call 596-4999.

After Hours Mixer to be held Thursday

BROOKSVILLE The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 17, at Adventure Cycle Center, located at 14430 Cortez Blvd. The business is sponsoring the event. There will be refreshments and networking opportunities. For more information, call the chamber at 796-0697.

Colon care seminar will take place July 22

SPRING HILL Oak Hill Hospital recently announced it will continue its popular community education series from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Dr. Steven Visnaw will present "Colon Care." He will cover all aspects of colon care from signs and symptoms to preventive screenings, medications, surgical procedures and aftercare. All presentations of the For Your Health community education series include complementary refreshments. Seating is limited and reservations are advised. For more information or to make a reservation, call 597-6333. The seminars are conducted in the fourth floor classroom of Hernando Medical Center, which is adjacent to Oak Hill Hospital at Entrance C.

Christmas in July event to be held July 28

BROOKSVILLE The Hernando Builders Association is holding its Christmas in July for the Troops General Membership Meeting (GMM). The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. Monday, July 28, at Silverthorn Country Club. This special GMM is dedicated to the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the military. This is the second year HBA has held the event. The entrance fee to attend is $25 plus an item to send to the troops overseas. The group will collect items during the month of July at its office, located at 7391 Sunshine Grove Road in Brooksville. Reservations are required. For more information, call the HBA office at 596-1114.

Book Fair offers gas card drawings through July

SPRING HILL The Book Fair has continued to celebrate its 25 years in business. This month, it is offering a weekly drawing for a free gas card. For more information, call Ruth Wharton at 686-1682. The Book Fair is located at 1219 Kass Circle.

Annual Truck Night Explosion to be held Aug. 23

SPRING HILL The Hernando Builders Association will present its Annual Truck Night Explosion at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Palace Grand, located at 275 Della Court. There will be a variety of prizes, including a 2008 truck, 2008 car, Harley Davidson motorcycle, Wave Runners, all-terrain vehicles or $20,000 in cash. There will be other prizes given away all night valued from $50 to $800. Tickets are $100 each, which includes dinner for two and entry into the reverse drawing for the grand prize. The maximum number of tickets sold is 450. Seating is limited so ticket holders must RSVP to attend the event. For more information or to purchase a ticket, call the HBA office at 596-1114.

Exhibit space available for Sept. 18 Job Fair

BROOKSVILLE The 13th Annual Hernando County Job Fair "Opportunity 2008," hosted by Hernando Today, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, at Heffernan Hall in St. Anthony Church, located at 20428 Cortez Blvd. The event will run until 8 p.m. and will feature the area's various employers. Exhibit space is available for $89 per table if registration is received prior to Aug. 15. Space is limited. For more information on sponsorship, registration or attendance, call Denise Nohejl at 544-5206.

Chamber will offer "Assertiveness Training" course

BROOKSVILLE The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce recently announced it is offering a course in "Assertiveness Training" to its members and the general public at large. The course consists of five weekly sessions from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 22, 29 and Oct. 13, 20 and 27 in the Capital City Bank conference room at 14203 Spring Hill Drive. It will be conducted by Vince Vanni, who has provided a wide range of training programs to countless business professionals and public officials. Vanni will combine his 35 years in sales, marketing and communications to help participants develop a clearer understanding of the assertive communication style. Topics will include the comparison of assertive and aggressive behavior styles, learning how to take criticism and knowing when to walk away. Assertiveness training is used by countless corporations to produce positive communications professionals. A certificate of completion will be awarded to those who attend 80 percent of the course (four of the five classes). The fee is $60 for chamber members and $120 for nonmembers. For more information, call the chamber office at 796-0697, Ext. 18 to register.

Sponsorships still available for Oct. 18 Health Fair

BROOKSVILLE Sponsorships are still available for the fourth Annual Hernando County Health Fair, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 18. The annual event has drawn as many as 2,000 visitors. Various sponsorship packages are available for as little as $500. The Health Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brooksville Elks Lodge 2582, located at 14494 Cortez Blvd. More than 65 local health care businesses share information, give demonstrations and provide free health screenings for the community. In addition, flu and pneumonia shots are available. Attendees may sample complimentary items from local food establishments and some of Hernando County's best entertainers perform free of charge. For more information on becoming an events sponsor, call Denise Nohejl at 352-544-5206.

Rotary Club of Spring Hill Central meets every Thursday

SPRING HILL The Rotary Club of Spring Hill Central meets every Thursday throughout the year at the Wellington Clubhouse, located at 400 Wexford Road. Past Rotarians always are welcome to visit. Those interested in becoming a member are encouraged to have lunch with group members at 11:45 a.m. every Thursday. For more information, call Brooks Edwards at 666-4107 or Josh Kelly at 666-0068. The Web site is located at www.shcrotary.com.

Chamber offers marketing opportunity

SPRING HILL The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce is offering its members the opportunity to market their business with table top space at any of the upcoming monthly membership meetings. The cost for the table top is $50. For more information, call the chamber at 796-0697.

Dawn Center offers free speaker's bureau

SPRING HILL The Dawn Center, Hernando County's domestic and sexual violence shelter, has a free speaker's bureau available to organizations that are interested. Advocates at the center can offer seminars on domestic and sexual abuse and keys to prevention. .For more information, call Morgan Moeller at 592-1288.

Local women's business network meets twice per month

SPRING HILL The Hernando County Home Business Women's Network group meets twice a month. The Spring Hill Chapter meets on the first and third Wednesday and the Brooksville Chapter meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. This is a non-compete group for women who are home-based, own their own store or office and are entrepreneurs. The members network to help one another promote products and services as well as helping in the community. For more information on meeting times and locations, visit www.hchomebusinesswomensnetwork.com.

Business Briefcase, compiled by Tony Holt, is published each Monday. News releases must be received by the Wednesday before the desired publication date. Items of interest include employee promotions, company openings, closings, expansions and relocations

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