Learning new words can take place anywhere. One of my favorite locations to practice is the produce section of the grocery store or while walking around a produce stand. From apples to zucchini, there is a bounty of fruit and vegetables to discover. Pick up a piece of fruit, say an...
Playing games is a fun activity no matter what age you are! Whether a game is digital, board-based, or totally made up there’s a game for everyone. The Central Ridge Library is starting a once a month gaming program for local gamers to expand their repertoire. Join staff on the...
We appreciate the hard work of our volunteers and wish to show our appreciation by spotlighting a different Volunteer each month. We thank our volunteers for everything they do! Bonnie A. is our volunteer spotlight for July 2023. Why did you start volunteering? After forty plus years in the healthcare field, when I...
Beginning on Thursday, July 13 at 3:00 PM is a series of citizenship classes at the Homosassa Library! The Citizenship program assists individuals in preparation for the naturalization exam to become US Citizens. This includes test preparation, civics education, and English Language training. This 6-week course prepares students to...
Celebrate International Friendship Day at the Coastal Region Library with an ice cream social! On July 21st, 2023, at 2:00 P.M., meet up with old friends, make new friends, and play party games as you beat the heat with a sweet treat! Ice cream is free and provided by...
The World Wide Web is a wonderful place, but it can also be scary and dark where bad guys lurk with ill intentions. The Web is full of misinformation, fake websites, scams and cybercriminals. Websites which may appear legitimate may not be what they seem. Understanding how to read a...
For three sweltering days in July 1863, the nation witnessed two massive armies clash in a cataclysmic battle in the fields that encircled a small town in Pennsylvania called Gettysburg. The Battle of Gettysburg was massive in terms of men engaged and casualties – over 58,000 men were killed, wounded...
Have you ever wished upon a shooting star? How about on a pile of metal and rock? You may be surprised to learn that they’re the same thing. Shooting stars have been an important part of scientific discovery and storytelling alike, but no matter how you talk about them they’re...
Research shows that there is a powerful link between STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and early childhood. It has been proven that children who learn STEM skills early on are better prepared for school and future careers. Libraries are considered a neutral and safe place for people to come....
Trying to become a full-time artist or just trying to get into the hobby can be a daunting task. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find a helping hand along the way! Join Bridget Hanley from the Rainbow Springs Art Gallery in Dunnellon as she provides art talks and demonstrations...
Are you looking to learn how to ace your next interview? Need a little help revamping your resume? Just need to get your foot in the door? Career Source is here to help! Career Source is an organization that offers career counseling, job assessments, and other specialty services for both job...
Elementary, my dear Watson! The Coastal Region Book Club’s first meeting will convene on Wednesday, June 21, at 1:00 P.M. at the Coastal Region Library to discuss classic mysteries! Participants can choose one of three books to read, and are invited to come make new friends and discuss why...
Music lovers rejoice! Gone are the days of waiting for your favorite song to play on the radio. Music streaming services are making it easier than ever to listen to your favorite musicians, albums, and songs whenever you want. You’re probably heard the term “streaming” in relation to video services such...
If you are seeking employment, better employment, or information about running a business, the Citrus County Library System is here to help. Besides the books in our collection about resumes, interviewing, business practices, and other useful employment information, there are other resources, classes, and presentations offered that may help you...
We appreciate the hard work of our volunteers and wish to show our appreciation by spotlighting a different Volunteer each month. We thank our volunteers for everything they do! Kim R. is our volunteer spotlight for June 2023. Why did you start volunteering? Since retiring as a teacher of English as a Second...
Citrus County has been recognized with five Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents. The following county divisions and programs were recognized: • Citrus County Animal Services: Can I Read to You? • Citrus County Growth Management: Building...
Late in 2021, the Citrus County Library System and Coping with Dementia LLC teamed up to provide free support groups and resource information to families and care partners who are living with dementia. The program, called the Citrus Libraries Coping Connection, is designed primarily for individuals who do not have...
On June 1 at 10:00 AM, join the Youth Librarians at each of our five branches as they bring us “All Together Now” for the library’s annual Summer Reading Program! Then, beginning Monday, June 5 there will be six weeks of reading, learning, activities and fun! These programs are...
The first national observance of Memorial Day occurred May 30, 1868, three years after the official ending of the Civil War. On Tuesday, May 30 of this year, Mark Moore from the Scientific Education Training and Support (SETS) Foundation will be giving a presentation at the Lakes Region Library...
Operation OVERLORD was the largest amphibious operation in military history. Often termed the “Great Crusade”, the Normandy Invasion was the long-anticipated Allied invasion of Hitler’s Fortress Europe. Over 160,000 Allied troops, 6,939 ships and landing vessels and 2,395 aircraft participated in the Normandy Invasion, which included airborne assault, amphibious assault...
The Floral City Library holds a monthly program called Heritage Hour. Each month’s topic centers on a different piece of history for Floral City and Citrus County. Heritage Hour is held the 4th Wednesday of every month at 2pm at the library. May’s topic will be the Seminole Wars in Citrus...
The Citrus Model Railroad Club is a 501(c)(3) organization that had humble beginnings in 1989 after a notice was placed in the Chronicle looking for interest in forming a club. Thirty-four years later, the club is still dedicated to education and construction of model railroads. Please join us for this fun...
At one point or another all of us have seen a service dog with its human in public, but how much do you really know about the laws surrounding working animals and how that affects businesses? On May 19 at 2:00 PM, come to Lakes Region Library for...
The joys and wonders of birding are best experienced in Florida, where forests, lakes, and beaches are home to an abundance of unique birds. We hope you will join us at the Coastal Region Library in jumping into the world of birding! On May 11, 2023, at...
At the Coastal Region Library, we are shining the spotlight on gardening! From protecting your plants to sprucing up your garden, there’s a program for everyone! On May 8th at 1:00 P.M., join us for “All About Composting!” If you’ve been wondering why your compost bin isn’t looking...
National Volunteer Month is celebrated every April across America to recognize those who give their time and energy to their community. The Citrus County Library System participates in this national celebration by hosting the annual Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Ceremony. As a library system we are honored to have many...
We appreciate the hard work of our volunteers and wish to show our appreciation by spotlighting a different Volunteer each month. We thank our volunteers for everything they do. Healy T. is our volunteer spotlight for May 2023.
This year from April 23 to April 29, libraries across the country will be partaking in the celebration of “National Library Week”! In addition to this yearly celebration, the Citrus County Library System is celebrating 35 years of serving this community. While libraries have long been known for their collection...
There’s something unique happening at every branch for National Library Week! On Tuesday, April 25 at 10:15 AM, Floral City branch will be hosting a class on Alternatives to Cable TV to help people understand “cutting the cord”. And, be sure to stop by Floral City on Wednesday, April...
The Homosassa Public Library will feature a Saturday technology class each month through June. If you are unable to attend during the week, be sure to sign-up for a spot in one of the technology classes starting in April. Upcoming topics are: Resume Building 101 on April 22nd at 10:30...
Attention OverDrive app users! OverDrive is discontinuing the legacy OverDrive app for iOS, Android, and Windows 8/10 on May 1, 2023, and will be transitioning users to the Libby app. Libby is OverDrive’s newer app for browsing and enjoying digital content from Citrus Libraries. If you haven’t already, it’s time to give...
Raise your hand if you can still remember your favorite nursery rhyme from childhood! While they may seem like silly little rhymes that have no reason, these verses are very important to helping your child develop a strong vocabulary and a strong base for when they begin reading. Phonetic Awareness and...
Florida is home to an abundance of unique wildlife, and few people are as familiar with Florida’s one-of-a-kind ecosystem as conservation photographer Linda Wilinski. Join Linda on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 5:00 P.M. to learn about Florida wildlife and to explore her work as a conservation photographer. Come...
Go on adventures, fight monsters, and save the day! On Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 3:30 P.M., you are invited to play a game of Dungeons and Dragons at the library. In Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), players create their own characters and go on adventures together in a fantasy...
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. SHINE services and programs are free, unbiased and confidential. One of the programs that SHINE offers in partnership with Citrus Libraries is Medicare 101. In this informative presentation, SHINE will provide...
Traveling around the world is often a nice thought, but you can’t always find the time (or money) to get away. So what’s the next best thing? Try breathtaking pictures and some exhilarating travel stories from local photographer Gary Kuhl! Gary is a seasoned traveler of some of the world’s...
Are you a poet looking to advance your craft? Are you struggling with finding the right way to complete a specific poem? Are you looking for feedback from like-minded poets? On Tuesday, April, 11, at 1:00 P.M., join the Sunshine Poets of Citrus County at the Coastal Region Library...
A familiar face will be taking the place of long-time library director Eric Head. Adam Chang, formerly the Region Manager for the Citrus County Library System (Citrus Libraries), was recently selected as the new Director of Library Services, replacing Eric Head in February. Head left the position in January upon...
Gone are the days of photography being an inaccessible art! You don’t have to buy an expensive camera and special equipment to take good photos—most of us already have a smartphone right at our fingertips! Over the last few years, the capabilities of the average cellphone have well surpassed expectations. Turn...
National Take a Walk in the Park Day is coming and we want you to stroll along with us! Walkers of all ages are invited to stop by the Floral City Library’s Linear Park on Thursday, March 30, 2023 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to join in on...
Do you love being outside working in your garden? Do you wish you could share your plants with someone else? Then joining us for a plant swap on Monday, March 27 at 2:00 PM, may be the event for you! Bring plants you would like to swap with other...
Do you know the difference between a meteor and a comet? Are all space rocks made the same? On Saturday, March 25 at 1:00 PM, join the SETS Foundation at the Lakes Region Library for Fire in the Sky, a crash course in space junk, and learn about the different...
Get active at the library! The Coastal Region library in Crystal River is currently offering “Sit and Be Fit”, a class where attendees can learn stretches and strengthening exercises—all of which can be done in a seated position! “Sit and Be Fit” has moved to a new date: attendees will...
The Floral City Library will continue their monthly partnership with the Floral City Heritage Council to provide Heritage Hour presentations. The focus of these programs will be on historic events, artifacts and information that helped build Floral City and Citrus County. Held the 4th Wednesday of every month, March’s topic...
Fore! Are you a golfer looking to up your game? Does it feel like you end up in the sand pit every time you hit the green? Local golf instructor Keith Newell will be giving presentations at three library branches on how to nail all those tricky shots! With years of...
Dance like no one’s watching while learning about music and how it moves you, from a new storytime program at the Homosassa Library. “Music & Movement” will begin Thursday, March 16, from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM, with a second session on Thursday, March 30 at the...
Snuff out your butts and kick the habit once and for all! Smoking is the leading cause of death in the US and, according to the CDC, around 16 million Americans are currently living with smoking-related conditions. Between the effects on the smoker themselves and those of secondhand smoke, the...
Seventeen new science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) kits for kids became available for checkout at the Citrus County Library System in March 2023. STEM education broadens kid’s understanding of the world and helps them learn problem-solving skills that can help throughout their lives. Each kit includes books and an interactive...
“Baby Shark, doo-doo doo-doo doo-doo, Baby Shark…etc.” That song has circled the globe and infiltrated the ears and minds of millions. And now, it will be stuck in your head all day – you’re welcome. Believe it or not, “Baby Shark,” is a good thing, because music promotes early literacy....
Booklovers in Citrus County can now join readers from over 16,000 public libraries and colleges across the United States enjoying this year’s Together We Read: US digital book club selection. From March 1 to 15, Citrus Libraries patrons can read award-winning Mexican-American and Indigenous author Jennifer Givhan’s book,