HBPOA, WHERE BUSINESS AND FUN GO TOGETHER

2025 Guest Speakers

Join us each month to learn about issues from guest speakers that are relevant to Hernando Beach.

January 9 - Commissioner Ryan Amsler, District 1 Business Spotlight: Canal Side Market & Deli
February 6 - Major Philip Lakin, Hernando County Sheriff's Office Business Spotlight: Marina Rose Cruises
March 6 - Hernando County Administrator Jeff Rogers Business Spotlight: Lazy Lizard
April 3 - Greg Kerle, Davie Shoring, Home Elevation and Lifting Business Spotlight:
May 1 - James Terry, Hernando County Code Enforcement
June 5 - Director of Public Safety & Fire Chief Paul Hasenmeier
July - No Meeting
August - No Meeting
September 4 - Kyle DeBlare Hernando County Emergency Management
October 2 - Guest Congressman Gus Bilirakis
November 6 - Business Spotlight: Sarah Hill, owner of JT Realty & Associates
December 4 - Christmas Party! Bring an appetizer, side dish, or a dessert!

2025 Activities

Join us each month to socialize and have some fun with fellow Hernando Beach residents.

January 9 -
February 6 - Valentine's Day Celebration and contest.
March 6 - St Patrick's Celebration and canned food collection for Hernando People Helping People.
April 3 - HBPOA 33rd Anniversary and Luau Potluck
May 1 - TBD
June 5 - 50/50
July - No Meeting
August - No Meeting
September 4 - Ice Cream Social & Photo Contest
October 2 - Oktoberfest!
November 6 - People Helping People
December 4 - Christmas Party! Bring an appetizer, side dish, or a dessert!

Hernando Beach Holiday Lights Contest!

Light Up Hernando Beach!
Enter your home in the Holiday Lighting Contest and share your holiday spirit with the community!

✨ Contest begins: December 6
🏆 Winners announced: December 30

After you register, we’ll contact you to assign your official entry number so votes can be recorded correctly.

Reminder: The annual Boat Parade is December 13 — light up both land and sea!
Register your boat by December 11th at HernandoBeachYC.com

🌟 Lighting Tips from the Judges 🌟

Want to wow your neighbors and impress the judges in this year’s Holiday Lights Contest? Here are a few tips to help your display shine:

Think Canal-Friendly
Use warm yellows, soft colors, or multi-colored lights instead of bright lights, which can blind boaters on the water. Ensure any spotlights or bright lights are shielded from shining into the canal.
Balance is Beautiful
Even small displays look magical with symmetry. Outline rooflines, docks, or railings for a polished look.
Layer Your Lights
Mix large bulbs with mini-lights or add glow with low lights on decorations. Layers create depth and make displays more eye-catching from the water.
Neighbor Friendly
Use a timer or smart plug to turn lights off by 11:00 p.m. so everyone can enjoy a peaceful night. Be mindful of neighbors across the canal and next door, avoid aiming spotlights or bright displays toward other homes or bedroom windows. A well-placed glow looks festive from the water and friendly from next door!

👉 Judges will be looking for creativity, community spirit, and safe lighting that can be enjoyed by both neighbors on land and boaters on the canals.