Although businesses have been slowly reopening, many people are still looking for ways to entertain themselves at home. If you’re trying to find something fun to do, you might want to try learning or improving an art skill. The Highlands County libraries have many resources to help you learn techniques for drawing, painting, photography and […]
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Accessing Overdrive using the Kindle app
Accessing Overdrive using the Kindle app
Summertime is Air Frying Time by Samantha Roll
There’s a pretty new appliance in town that’s all the rage. You’ve probably heard of it. Like me, you may have one sitting in your kitchen right now. You probably do the simple things–French fries, pirogues, maybe you even get creative and make some kale chips or even gyouza (a Japanese take on Chinese dumplings). […]
Learn New Hobbies With The Library: The Scent Of Creativity by Jennifer McConkey
Do you enjoy visiting the spa, but aren’t able to because of COVID-19 limits or because you don’t want to spend the extra money? If you’re interested in learning to make your own soaps, bath products, essential oil blends, candles and other spa products, a great place to start is your local library. There are […]
Free Learning for Young Students by Krystyl Farmer
School has been out since March and if there was ever a year to combat the “Summer Slide” this is it! During summer break, students risk losing up to 2 months of information and skills. Allowing students to read anything they want, regardless of the grade level, and have interactive and educational screen time could […]
Libby & Overdrive for Phones & Tablets
Libby for Phones & Tablets Overdrive for Phones & Tablets
Imagine A Fantastical World Through The Summer Reading Program by Jennifer McConkey
The Highlands County libraries are encouraging readers of all ages to explore fantasy lands and learn new things by participating in the summer reading program. Whether you want to read science fiction, historical romance, murder mysteries or fairy tales, the libraries are encouraging everyone to “imagine your story” this summer. Children’s crafts and story times […]
Headline: Okeechobee Library’s Summer Reading Contest!
Make your reading count this summer for the chance to win prizes at the Okeechobee Library with our Summer Reading Contest! Log your reading at the following links between June 15th – August 15th to be entered for the chance to win the grand prize. Bonus!: Try to track your reading daily as a random […]