Have you always wanted to learn Spanish, but find yourself lost on where to start? Join us at the Coastal Region Library in Crystal River on Friday, January 27 at 2:00 P.M. for a Beginner Spanish class.
If you are looking to add some new plants to your current garden visit the Homosassa branch or the Floral City branch to participate in their monthly swaps!
There are a lot of ways that you can keep track of your reading. Many people will keep a list of every title they’ve ever read, either by paper or even Excel. Citrus Libraries has partnered with Beanstack to make your reading log easily accessible and easier than ever to...
In November, the Coastal Region branch in Crystal River opened the third Seed Library for Citrus Libraries. The Seed Library will offer a variety of seasonal fruit, vegetable, and flower seeds free of charge to community members.
On January 4, Citrus Libraries will continue to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the library system by revealing 4 new library card designs. New library card holders will now have four new designs to choose from for their library card.
On Saturday, January 14, the Hell Creek Microfossils program will once again be presented at the Lakes Region Library in Inverness at 10:30 AM. Attendees of this presentation will have the opportunity to examine microscopic fossils.
On Friday, January 13, Sarah Helm of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will be at the Lakes Region Library at 3:00 PM to do a presentation on coyotes.
On Wednesday, January 11 at 10:30 AM, join local author Max Schulman at the Lakes Region Library in Inverness to learn more about the hidden beauty of Citrus County’s trail system.
On Monday, January 9th join Extension experts at the Central Ridge Library beginning at 1:00 PM to discuss simple ways to save water, both indoors and out without sacrifices. Simple strategies to save time, money and water will be discussed.
The Floral City Heritage Council was established in 1992 as a local branch of the Citrus County Historical Society. The Heritage Council serves as an advocate for historical preservation and supports Florida folk-life programs.
Young children need to hear lots of words to develop their vocabulary and language skills.
Each year the Friends of the Library like to kick-off the new year with special programs or presentations that showcase some of the amazing things our libraries have to offer.
Citrus Libraries is delighted to once again partner with Marine Toys for Tots to assist in distributing over 1700 books to children in the community this holiday.
While winter may be looming ahead, due to Florida’s unique weather, plants are still blooming and thriving.
With every year that goes by and every new phone that gets released, sometimes it can feel like they get more and more complicated.
Paid members of the Friends of the Central Ridge Library are encouraged to attend the annual General Membership Meeting scheduled for January 12, 2023 at 1 pm in the Community Room at the Central Ridge Library.
There’s nothing quite like driving down one of our quiet, country roads and seeing the splashes of color from all the flowers growing alongside, is there? Wildflowers aren’t just for roadsides, though!
– In honor of the event which propelled the United States into World War II, the Homosassa Library will host History Hour: Pearl Harbor and the U.S. Navy in the Pacific on December 7 at 1:00 PM.
If you’ve ever wanted to time travel but just can’t seem to fit it into the month’s itinerary, come to the library for the next best thing!
The holiday season is coming up and with that there can be a multitude of emotions to process.
Citrus libraries has a host of technology and computer classes just for you. Explore classes and learn more in this special article.
Join Gary Kuhl at the Homosassa Library for his intriguing travelogue of the Wild Things of the Nature Coast.
Citrus Libraries is preparing to add a brand-new kit to our catalog that will be available for check out later this year! The Citrus County Library System, in partnership with the Citrus County Audubon Society, has created five Birding Backpacks for new and seasoned bird watchers
Is there any better way to celebrate National Hiking Day than to learn about the treasure trove of trails waiting just outside your doorstep? Local author Max Schulman brings his expertise about Citrus County hiking trails to the Coastal Region library on November 17th at 1:00 pm.
On Saturday, November 19 at 10:30 AM, join the Science Education and Training Support (SETS) Foundation at Lakes Region Library in Inverness for a two-part experience.
Florida’s scenic trails are an instant draw for those visiting our county and those that have spent their entire lives here. Their beauty is undeniable, but what about their history?
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. Katherine G. is our volunteer spotlight for November 2022.
From November 2-16, booklovers with a valid library card can join thousands of others around the globe by borrowing Darcie Little Badger’s indigenous fantasy novel "A Snake Falls to Earth" from their public library.
Early voting for the General Election is Friday, October 28 to Saturday November 5, at the Central Ridge and Homosassa Library branches.
November is the official kick off for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and the Coastal Region Library wants to support you in reaching your writing goals.
Veterans Day is a time dedicated to honoring America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good of our nation.
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...
C4Con is back and better than ever! Join us at the Homosassa Library on Saturday, October 15 for cosplay, collectibles, comics, games and more!
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. Denise F. is our volunteer spotlight for October 2022.
Citrus Libraries, in partnership with the Inverness Walmart, is pleased to announce a NEW reading challenge for the month of October: Books for Bikes!
In libraries across the nation, it is an annual tradition to celebrate the freedom to read with Banned & Challenged Books Week. This year will mark the 40th anniversary of the practice, which was launched back in 1982 to raise awareness about censorship.
In the world of holistic medicine, Reiki is a term that comes up over and over again. But what is it and what is it used for?
From Netflix to Disney+ and Hulu to YouTube TV, you can learn more about these options and the realm of streaming, by checking out the upcoming Alternatives to Cable TV classes that will be hosted in September.
Citrus Libraries will feature several programs at various branches to celebrate the drafting and signing of the U.S. Constitution. Celebrate Constitution Week with the Citrus County Library System from September 17-23 by attending any or all of these programs.
While it is good for a child to be challenged to read outside of their comfort zone and to explore different genre’s, it is also important for children to read for fun.
Beginning in September 2022, the Citrus County Library System will have updated the Wi-Fi service at all 5 branch locations to include modernized and expanded capabilities.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, a time when the nation’s public libraries highlight the value of a library card. Citrus Libraries is kicking-off the festivities with a new campaign!
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. Valerie F. is our volunteer spotlight for September 2022.
When it comes to weather and other disasters, it can sometimes feel like Florida’s messier than most.
Join us at the Floral City or Coastal Region branches for a presentation given by one of the lead team members involved with the Project Lead Coffins investigation.
Konnichiwa, hola, and bonjour! Learning a new language is a constructive way to keep your brain sharp and expand your horizons, and smartphone apps have made it easier and more accessible than ever.
SHINE, a program created by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, is the official, unbiased source of information on all parts of Medicare. The upcoming presentation, Medicare Basics: Medicare 101, will be held at the Lakes Region branch in Inverness on Tuesday, August 23 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Seize one of these opportunities to generously donate blood and to save lives. OneBlood will host a blood drive at the Lakes Region and Homosassa Branches
Early voting begins Friday, August 12 at the Central Ridge and Homosassa Library branches.
Jonce Strickland, a 23-year Wildlands Firefighter with the Florida Forest Service, is going to explain how the Florida Forest Service fights wildfires, why controlled burns are done, and more at the Floral City Library