With almost all of the world’s reading happening on electronic devices these days, it would be easy for the classic libraries to simply fade into oblivion. But that just isn’t the case here in Citrus County.
We are actually seeing the exact opposite happening as more and more local residents are getting involved in the various programs that are being coordinated through the Citrus County Library System.
Whether you are interested in borrowing one specific book, stumbling onto a lifetime worth of book recommendations, or taking a class that actually has nothing to do with reading at all, there is something for just about everyone happening at one of the five libraries located throughout the county.
Online Book Club
The first goal of any good library system is to get local residents to read more books. Here in Citrus County, one of the ways that our library system achieves this goal is by emailing excerpts from popular books.
All you have to do is sign up for the online book club on the library website and they will immediately add you to the list. After that, you are free to read any or all of the recommended books at whatever pace you like.
Each library also has a full collection of staff picks, which is a great starting place for anyone who isn’t quite sure what they should be reading next.
The Art Collection
One of the newest additions to the Citrus County Library System was “The Art Collection 2019,” which is a massive list of art-focused books that was assembled last year.
This monster reading list covers a wide range of artistic topics, and there are books for everyone from novice artists all the way through master critics.
Research Databases
Outside of reading for pleasure, the library system is also an excellent resource for anyone looking to dig in on a research project.
The Citrus County Library System offers residents access to massive databases like the Florida Electronic Library, the Thompson Reuters Westlaw Library, and the Ancestry.com Library.
Library Classes
While the majority of the classes offered at the Citrus County Libraries revolve around literacy, there is also a collection of Self Enrichment classes that cover a wider range of topics.
With classes on topics like Artistic Doodling, Master Gardening, and Sewing Basics, local residents have the opportunity to explore new interests right at their local library.
Citrus County Library Locations
The closest branch to us here at the Villages of Citrus Hills is the Central Ridge Library in Beverly Hills.
The four other libraries that make up the Citrus County Library System are the Coastal Region Library in Crystal River, the Floral City Public Library in Floral City, the Homosassa Public Library in Homosassa, and the Lake Region Library in Inverness.
If you are looking for a good way to get involved in a community activity, participating in one of the many programs offered by these local libraries is always going to be an excellent place to get started. Just head on over to one of their five locations and start expanding your knowledge.