As we close out the 2022-23 school year, the Citrus Libraries staff is beyond proud of our hardworking and dedicated student volunteers. These students have witnessed many obstacles and have expertly balanced their time between performing well academically and volunteering at the library.
This program, “Project Lead Coffins,” is the story the Calvert Family, the founders of Maryland, the discovery and opening of their Lead Coffins, and the scientific investigation into discovering the identity of those buried.
Libraries are often a person’s first stop in the search for answers. We can point you to both physical and digital resources that cover topics at a variety of levels.
Interested in art? Don’t know how to start? Now is the perfect time to give it a try. The Lakes Region Library in Inverness will be hosting art programs in mid-May for various ages and interests.
What is the “Summer Slide”? During the summer months, students are at risk of losing 2-3 months of reading skills if they are not engaged.
If you are seeking employment, better employment, or information about running a business, the Citrus County Library System is here to help.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these 5 fresh picked books!
Navigating Medicare can be difficult without help, but it can be hard to find a trustworthy guide. The Citrus County Library System has partnered with Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) to provide the public with an information presentation.
What You Need to Know + Some Helpful Hints Looking for something to watch? With Smart TV’s and streaming services, options are no longer limited to cable or the local video store. Let’s start by talking about what makes a TV “smart.” Smart TV’s are able to connect to your home...
Citrus Libraries will be featuring the April installment of the recurring History Hour program on Saturday, April 30 at 1:30 PM at the Homosassa Public Library. Jump back in time as these interactive presentations cover manifold events in numerous eras with discussions of military campaigns and battles from a multitude...
In honor of Earth Day, the Citrus County Library System is excited to announce the launch of our Seed Library at the Lakes Region branch in Inverness, on April 22, 2022. The Seed Library will offer a variety of fruit, vegetable, and flower seeds free of charge to community members.
Every April, the United States celebrates National Volunteer Month. As part of that celebration locally, the Citrus County Library System honors all of its volunteers. Citrus Libraries is fortunate to have so many active, loyal and passionate volunteers.
Play teaches children so much. They play to learn about the world and to make connections with friends and caregivers. Did you know we have lots of fun ways to play at the library?
Activities like Tai Chi and Reiki Shares not only benefit your mind and body, but can be a great way to connect with others. Citrus Libraries is happy to host several Health & Wellness events throughout the month of April and beyond.
Citrus Libraries is delighted to announce an expansion to their partnership with Dementia Education. For more than five years, Citrus Libraries has worked with Coping with Dementia, LLC to provide dementia support groups and educational presentations to members of the Citrus County community
April is shaping up to be a month of cultural events for Citrus Libraries. Many of our branches will be hosting speakers throughout the month to inform and enrich the public.
Citrus Libraries is exploring recent American history through a musical lens with a New York Times bestselling novel during Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club. From April 4-18, booklovers can join over a hundred thousand others around the world in reading Questlove’s thought-provoking Music Is History from...
We’re celebrating all week long at Citrus Libraries and you’re all invited! Every year in honor of National Library Week, the staff of the Citrus County Library System (CCLS) work to provide fun, educational programming that represents the interests of all. Stop by your nearest branch (or visit a new...
Beginning the first full week of April, the Citrus County Library System is encouraging all community members to discover, learn and engage with our services and programs. Citrus Libraries offers a variety of resources for all ages both in the branches and online.
Since 2008, there have been two main types of smartphones to choose from: The Apple iPhone that uses the iOS operating system, and smartphones manufactured by other major companies that use the Android operating system. The debate over which is better, iPhone or Android, can get rather heated.
The Citrus County Special Library District is seeking applications for five (5) positions on the Special Library District Advisory Board. This Advisory Board is seeking qualified members for two-year terms that will expire on January 31, 2024.
Storytime teaches children important preliteracy skills when we read, sing, talk, and play together. Even something as seemingly simple as how pages turn and how we read from left to right, children learn from observations they make about their world. Librarians in story time have the unique ability to model...
Citrus County is an area rich in natural beauty and local character. Every year brings a range of events that all offer something unique. With that, The Garden Club of Crystal River would like to invite the public to their annual flower show, hosted by the Coastal Region Library in...
Chances are great that you have at least heard of the relatively new payment methods of Apple Pay and Google Pay. Its operation may seem almost like science fiction, but do not be intimidated. These card-less payment methods are not only convenient, quick, and ubiquitously accepted, but they are also...
It’s going to be a busy month at Citrus Libraries, and we’re kicking it off with three special guests at three different locations! Stop by one or all of the programs to experience the excitement that our special guest speakers will bring.
0-3 months: Right now, babies are picking up the rhythms and sounds of language and absorbing so much! You don’t need to just read baby books at this age, as newborn babies are getting more from the rhythm and hearing you speak. Consider reading short books aloud or even reading...
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. Jean M. is our volunteer spotlight for March 2022.
Citrus Libraries is trying something new this year at the Lakes Region branch! Join library staff as we open our doors to 9 local artists on Friday, February 25 and Saturday, February 26, 2022. Each artist will have a variety of pieces on display, and will be available to chat...
Citrus Libraries Offers Award-Winning Novel During U.S.-wide Digital Book Club Citrus Libraries joins over 16,000 public libraries and colleges along with tens of thousands of readers across the United States in offering the latest award-winning Together We Read: US digital book club selection. From February 7 to 21, Citrus Libraries...
Citrus Libraries will be hosting two presentations by the DIY Grandma herself, Roxy Wiley in February. The first presentation will be on Tuesday, February 8 from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM at the Coastal Region branch, with a second presentation on Thursday, February 17 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Lakes Region...
Learn about dinosaurs with special programs at the Lakes Region and Central Ridge Libraries from Paleontologist, David Letasi. Examine real fossils on display and learn about them in the Enter the World of the Dinosaur and Hell Creek Microfossils Exhibits and Lectures from January to March.
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. Kay W. is our volunteer spotlight for January 2022. Why did you start volunteering? “Not long after I retired I found that I...
The Central Ridge Library in Beverly Hills will host local author “Max" Schulman on Friday, January 14 at 10:30 AM. Schulman will be discussing his “Treasures of the Trails – Citrus County Trilogy.” In the trilogy, Max and graphic artist / lead photographer/ cartographer Tom Craig have created detailed guides...
Though a green thumb is not needed to successfully research your family tree, you do need to know what resources are available and how to best use those resources. The Citrus County Library System is here to help you along with your research by providing databases, books, classes, and 1-on-1...
This year, Citrus Libraries was delighted to once again partner with Marine Toys for Tots to assist in distributing books to children in the community. Citrus County Toys for Tots Coordinator, Paul Pilny, learned that they would be receiving more than 1700 new books to go to children during the...
Citrus Libraries is pleased to announce that new categories of digital content are now available to enjoy on any device 24/7. Users with a library card can access a new resource, LawDepot, through the Libby app. LawDepot offers legal forms in minutes with high-quality, easy-to-use, and completely customizable legal documents and...
Citrus Picks December 2021 are 5 hand-picked and curated book suggestions from our amazing team of library staff members. Scroll through this list to read about each selection. You can find these items in our catalog or on Libby. Island Infernos: The U.S. Army's Pacific War Odyssey, 1944 John G. McManus McManus provides...
Since 2017, the Citrus County Library System has provided “Dementia Friendly” training for its personnel. We think this is especially important in a county where our residents over the age of 65 are twice the Florida state average. Whereas 17 percent of Floridians are 65-plus, in Citrus County more than...
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. Pam P. is our volunteer spotlight for December 2021. Why did you start volunteering? “I love to read, and I'm passionate about sharing...
The holiday season is here again to mark the end of another year. But rather than letting the season slip by, Citrus Libraries wants to go out with a bang! Each year in December, the libraries host their own holiday celebrations to bring community members of all ages together for...
Every year, Home Instead Senior Care partners with local non-profit and community organizations to identify seniors who might not otherwise receive gifts this holiday season. The company then works with local businesses and retail stores to help facilitate the purchase and distribution of gifts by placing trees and ornaments within...
December and the holiday season are drawing near, which means plenty of shopping, traveling, and planning to be done. The Citrus County Library System invites you to take part in our free technology classes this month to see how tech can make life a bit easier during the holidays. 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. Charlie M. is our volunteer spotlight for November 2021. Why did you start volunteering? “I actually transferred here from the Homosassa branch when...
November is a month rich with cultural heritage and historical events. The Coastal Region branch in Crystal River is happy to host several speakers throughout the month to inform and enrich the public. On Monday, November 8 at 1:00 PM Dr. Vera Swade will be presenting an infamous piece of Ukrainian...
Citrus Libraries is thrilling their patrons with a New York Times bestselling young adult title during Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club. From November 1-15, booklovers can join over a hundred thousand others around the world in borrowing and reading Natalie D. Richards’s suspense...
The Citrus County Library System and Coping with Dementia LLC have teamed up to pilot a new program, providing a free support group 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...
For the Citrus Libraries A-Z: Week 5 we're featuring the letters W-Z! September is Library Card Sign-up Month! This year we're going "Beyond the Books" as we celebrate all of the services and resources that the libraries provide in addition to reading materials with our Citrus Libraries A-Z series! In true...
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. Sherry C. is our volunteer spotlight for October 2021. Why did you start volunteering? “I was new to the area and I felt...
If you’ve ever done a search on the internet, you’ve used something called a browser. Depending on how many types of devices you own, you may be familiar with several different browsers. Some of the most popular include Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge. These browsers can do a...
For the Citrus Libraries A-Z: Week 4 we're featuring the letters Q-V! September is Library Card Sign-up Month! This year we're going "Beyond the Books" as we celebrate all of the services and resources that the libraries provide in addition to reading materials with our Citrus Libraries A-Z series! In true...