As we look ahead to a new year at Citrus Libraries, I’m excited about the many ways we can continue serving our community. A strong library system starts with careful planning and responsible stewardship, and our budget is part of that work. We want to make sure we are investing...
As August begins and students prepare to head back to school, I’d like to congratulate everyone who participated in this year’s Summer Reading Program. Thank you to our incredible library staff, volunteers, and Friends of the Library, who did a fantastic job engaging with and encouraging families to log over 650,000...
Over the past 6 months, Citrus Libraries has invited the community to share feedback on how we can better serve Citrus County. More than 2,500 community members took time to share their feedback, experiences, and priorities. While we are currently reviewing all the feedback, I wanted to address a few...
Public libraries have always played a role in preserving and sharing American history through archives, genealogy collections, exhibits, civic engagement, and programs and events like Flag Day and Constitution Day. This year, Citrus Libraries is proud to join the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence...
Summer is almost here and at Citrus Libraries that means the return of our annual Summer Reading Program! Staff are ready to dig into summer and welcome everyone to the library as we Unearth a Story. Citrus Libraries is here to make reading fun and easy for readers of...
April is nationally recognized as Volunteer Appreciation Month, and the perfect time to highlight and celebrate the exceptional contributions of the hundreds of volunteers that help support Citrus Libraries. Each year over 300 volunteers invest more than 18,000 hours of volunteering at our libraries. Those 18,000 hours are made up...
Every month Citrus Libraries is proud to connect with our community beyond our library buildings. Through outreach, staff and volunteers bring library services directly to the community across Citrus County, meeting people where they are and making access to library resources easier for everyone. Throughout the year, staff interact with thousands...
February is National Library Month, and there’s no better time to celebrate the vital role of our libraries here in Citrus County. Whether you’re checking out a book, attending a program, or simply enjoying time at the library, libraries are an essential resource in our community. Every visit to the library...
I’m thrilled to announce the completion of the Coastal Region Library’s renovation. Over the course of this project, we’ve worked to reimagine the library to better serve our community’s evolving needs. Upgraded technology, energy-efficient LED lighting throughout the building, new study rooms, an additional meeting space, a redesigned children’s...