Events in Spring Hill today

Join the Hernando Sportsman’s Club for a Gun and Knife Show in Brooksville. There is no charge for parking, and great food will be available on site. Vendors will be set up ahead of time on Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and you can buy, sell, trade, or shoot on the ranges.

Enjoy a relaxed group paddle on one of Florida’s clearest spring-fed rivers at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, with time to float and take in the scenery. After time on the water, the plan is to gather for a casual waterfront lunch at Upper Deck Café, a spot known for seafood, burgers, drinks, and views. Participants will launch together from the springs, and allowing a little extra time for parking and check in is recommended. Those who need a boat can reserve on-site rentals in advance through the park’s kayak outfitter, which provides the kayak, essential gear, and a shuttle back. Paddlers who prefer to bring their own kayak or paddleboard can use their own equipment and follow the same river route with the group. To secure a rental, contact the Weeki Wachee Springs kayak outfitter at 352-597-8484. Suggested items include sunscreen, plenty of water, a towel, a dry bag for essentials like a phone, keys, and wallet, a waterproof phone case, water shoes or secure sandals, a hat and sunglasses, and light snacks. Expect an easygoing day focused on nature, good company, and a relaxing meal by the water.

Charles E. Murray American Legion Post 186 hosts a friendly card game known as the Steak Shoot. Despite the name, it is not a shooting activity. Players buy into each round, draw cards, and the winning card earns steaks or other rotating prizes. Multiple rounds keep the game moving, buy-ins are easy on the wallet, and the setting is relaxed and social. No experience is needed, and anyone who can draw a card can play. Open to members and their guests.

This evening gathering honors Purple Heart recipients with time to connect during a cocktail hour followed by dinner. The focus is on fellowship, gratitude, and remembrance, recognizing the service and sacrifice of these heroes. A Table Sponsor option is available for $300 and includes seating for a sponsor and a guest with the hero they are supporting. The event is centered on sharing their stories and keeping their legacy alive.

Step into a market-style exhibition that celebrates the eerie and unusual, featuring oddities, art inspired by cult classic horror, wet specimens, local vendors, a food truck, and other curiosities. The brewery will also present an installation from August through the end of October, welcoming works that range from cult classics to oddity art and other macabre pieces. All submissions must arrive ready to hang or otherwise display, and each item should include a tag with a payment code at drop off. For information about submitting artwork or vending, email travelingartparties@gmail.com.

Brooksville Main Street brings a high-energy back to school celebration to Hernando Park, transforming the space into an interactive playground filled with music, games, and hands-on creativity. DJ Shalamar keeps the momentum going during a free evening that welcomes all ages and gets kids excited for the first day back. Expect free backpacks while supplies last, a school bus themed relay with other field day challenges, a pencil pull prize board, make-your-own pencil pouches, a freeze dance party, bubbles, temporary tattoo stations, a giant sidewalk chalk area, and a youth wellness zone. Make it a downtown family outing by enjoying nearby restaurants and shops. Parents can bring lawn chairs and blankets to set up a comfortable spot on the grass while kids explore the activity zones. This community celebration is offered at no cost thanks to support from the City of Brooksville as Pinnacle Partner, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office, and Scouting America, Tampa Bay Council.

Almighty Queen debuts at Stage West Playhouse with a big-stage celebration of Queen’s legacy, delivering high-energy performances, tight musicianship, and charismatic showmanship. An all-star lineup of players from national touring acts blends heavy metal, glam, opera, and hard rock into a seamless concert experience. With vocals that reach Freddie Mercury’s soaring range, alongside virtuoso guitar, thunderous drums, and rich harmonies, the band recreates the iconic sound and excitement of Queen. Expect sing-along moments to favorites like Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, Somebody to Love, and Don’t Stop Me Now.

This family-friendly karaoke night takes place in the outdoor courtyard. Participants can take the mic to sing favorite songs or simply enjoy the performances. Beer and wine will be available. All ages are welcome.

Presented by European Lifestyle Windows, Doors, and Glass Rooms together with Kevin’s Car Show, this gathering welcomes all makes and models, including cars, trucks, jeeps, and motorcycles. A total of 50 awards plus sponsor awards will be presented, with categories such as Best of Show, Manager’s Choice, Long Hauler, Best Hot Rod, Club Participation, Stock, Modified, Import, Best Truck, Best Jeep, and Best Motorcycle. Participants may enter the judged competition for $25 or display a vehicle without judging for $10, and vendor spaces are available for $25. Expect a family friendly setting with a wide variety of vehicles and numerous trophy opportunities. For event information, contact Norbert at 352-835-6825 or Kevin at 727-492-7726.

Enjoy a relaxed, creative candle pouring afternoon with Bath House Aromatherapy at Broad Street Brewing Co. in Downtown Brooksville. Participants design a candle poured into a wooden dough bowl, choosing from natural fragrance options infused with essential oils to blend a custom scent, then finishing with floral embellishments. Guidance is provided from start to finish, and no experience is needed. The brewery setting offers the option to sip a craft beer while working and mingling. It suits friends, couples, birthday celebrations, or a bit of personal self-care, and everyone leaves with a handcrafted candle they made themselves. Capacity is limited, so securing tickets in advance is recommended.

90s attire is suggested but not required. The experience includes a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, a show presented by Stir Up The Gift Academy, then bingo. Each game offers a minimum $100 cash payout, with more than $700 in total cash and basket prizes available. Online ticket pricing starts at $45, increases to $50, and is $55 at the door. Buying a packet online adds free raffle tickets, entry into a special drawing, and faster check-in. No outside alcoholic drinks are allowed. A donation will be made to Pace for Girls.

Grading TCG hosts a Lorcana Quest for the Trove event where players compete in a friendly challenge and the winner takes home a Trove. It suits anyone looking to test a deck, prepare for upcoming events, or spend time with the local community. Entry is $7, and seating is limited to 12.

Get one-on-one help from a reference librarian with anything internet or software related that you are stuck on. You can bring questions about using online resources, filling out an online form, navigating the library catalog, or downloading ebooks and audiobooks. Each session lasts 30 minutes, and registration is required, with the page noting that registration is no longer available.

Bring your little one for parent-and-child swim lessons designed for babies and toddlers ages 6 to 36 months. The program focuses on water enrichment and aquatic readiness, with instructor-guided activities that help parents interact with their child in the water. Lessons also introduce early basics for swim skills, such as blowing bubbles, jumping in, and playing games, setting the stage for independent swim lessons later on.

This swim lessons program for kids ages 3 to 5 (Stage 1, 2, and 3) focuses on building early water confidence and core aquatic skills. In Stage 1, kids learn water acclimation and safe exits, and in Stage 2 they work on body control, directional changes, and forward movement. Stage 3 emphasizes longer distances to swim toward safety, plus rhythmic breathing and coordinated arm and leg action. Children are evaluated during the first lesson to determine the appropriate stage. Kids should come in a swimsuit, and swim diapers are required if not fully potty trained. Lessons meet on Mondays and Wednesdays during the program period.

Join this in-person seminar to learn about native bees in Florida and why they’re such important pollinators. You’ll explore what makes them different, and how to recognize them in your own garden. It’s a fun, hands-on-style session focused on helping you notice these helpful insects up close.

Enjoy a welcoming Bingo event at American Legion Post 186. Open to first-timers and seasoned players, it features regular rounds, a 50/50, and jackpot chances. Proceeds help fund support for veterans, community programs, and Post activities. Members may bring guests, and all guests must sign in upon arrival per Post policy.

Families can enjoy Kids Night at the Florida Cracker Cook Shack in Brooksville, featuring balloon twisting and face painting with Tony the Balloon Guy and Phyllis the Face Painter. Florida soul food will be served to make it a tasty night out.

Enroll kids ages 3-6 in YMCA swim lessons covering Stage 1 (water acclimation), Stage 2 (water movement), and Stage 3 (water stamina). In these sessions, students build comfort in the water, learn basic aquatic safety skills, and practice fundamental swimming movements with instructor help. Children will be evaluated during the first lesson to determine the appropriate stage, and no prior swimming skills are required. The lessons run over a series of Tuesdays and Thursdays, with participants needing to wear a swimsuit at all times and bringing any required swim diaper if not fully potty trained.

Enjoy a public bingo night at Springhill Moose Lodge 521. Doors open ahead of the games so attendees can settle in and pick up cards, and the kitchen serves food before and during play. Bingo begins promptly and offers a lively evening of laughs and friendly competition.

At Tidal Brewing Company, the Tidal Book Club meets to discuss Alchemy of Secrets by Stephanie Garber. The gathering also includes a vote to decide the next book and an opportunity to pick up pre-orders.

This lively game night features a bingo-inspired challenge with chances to win cash prizes. The atmosphere is upbeat, with friendly competition and plenty of laughs, welcoming both seasoned players and newcomers. Bring friends to share the fun, enjoy the social vibe, and see if luck is on your side.

Experience a high-energy Booty Burn session in downtown Brooksville that spotlights glute activation and lower-body strength as part of the Wellness Wednesday series. Expect resistance band work, focused conditioning, and intentional muscle activation set to upbeat music for an empowering atmosphere. A social cool-down follows, offering time to connect with others and a complimentary healthy treat from Zenbodi. This session is one installment in a weekly Wellness Wednesday lineup, with a different wellness-focused class or experience each week. Tickets are $15 plus taxes and fees. No gear required.

Amar for Kids presents a lively Zumba Kids class created for children ages 7 to 11. The session blends kid-appropriate dance moves, simple choreography, and playful fitness activities set to upbeat music. Participants practice coordination, build confidence, and stay active while enjoying group games and a welcoming, supportive atmosphere. No previous dance experience is required. Children can arrive ready to move, have fun, and express themselves through music and motion. Step Up for Students scholarship funds may be used to cover class costs.

A complimentary educational talk explores detoxification and natural cleansing with a focus on heavy metals and other environmental toxins. Dr. Maria Scunziano-Singh, MD, NMD, DipABLM, explains what these exposures are, how they affect the body, and outlines safe, practical approaches to support cleansing. The session includes an overview of chelation along with additional methods to help participants consider which options may be appropriate for reducing toxic load from dietary, lifestyle, and environmental sources. The presentation is led by a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and a Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician with training from New York Medical College and Clayton College of Natural Health. Dr. Maria integrates conventional and holistic care, emphasizing nutrition, macrobiotic principles, and whole-person wellness across physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects. Admission is free, but capacity is limited, and advance registration is recommended since events without sufficient signups may be canceled. Program photography may occur; individuals who prefer not to be photographed can step out of frame or notify staff. Any accidents should be reported to staff promptly. The WellCome OM Center promotes a lifelong, balanced food plan and empowers people to evaluate daily choices that support lasting health.

Everything needed for the activity is provided. Enjoy a guided experience with simple, step by step instruction. Please plan to arrive about ten minutes early to complete check-in. Space is limited, so spots may fill quickly.

At NAMI Hernando Community Center, the Weekly Wellness Workshop offers practical tools from the WellSpring Recovery System, a free community program focused on regulating the nervous system and exploring energy-based healing. Sessions are interactive rather than lecture driven and are welcoming to both beginners and those with more experience. Participants explore gentle movement practices such as yoga, tai chi, and qigong, along with breathwork, energy and acupressure techniques, sensory awareness, and quiet meditation. Each gathering begins and ends with guided attention, encouraging participants to move, breathe, and find stillness while building a personal toolkit for navigating challenges in their healing journey. This workshop is part of a broader series that also includes talks, literature study, community connection meetings, journaling groups centered on discovering the authentic self, and Sanyama sessions that combine EFT with guided meditation.

This quarterly meeting brings together a membership of more than 100 women to hear from three local nonprofits, then vote to direct a $100-per-member donation to one of them. The gathering highlights the group’s ongoing efforts and provides a welcoming setting to meet caring women. The organization is focused on continued growth, with guests encouraged.