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Avon Park Library
August Virtual Book Clubs (Mystery & Romance)
Throughout August, just read the three featured cozy mysteries. The author event will take place virtually through Zoom on August 25, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. To register for the LIVE author event, click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Gf6VTPs_SLqpX6yID7yzEQ Mystery Discussion Questions (Click here for downloadable PDF) Throughout August, just read the three featured romances. The author event will […]
Mirrors and Windows by Bari Lotts
Stories are mirrors or windows. In those that are mirrors we see ourselves within the pages. Looking in mirrors we realize that there are others out there just like us, experiencing the same struggles, achievements, and joy. Mirrors provide us with a sense of belonging and help us further our personal identity. From mirrors we […]
July 7 to July 24: Sebring Public Library – SPECIAL SCHEDULE
Highlands County patrons, the hours for the libraries will be altered for the week for 7/11-7/17. SEBRING BRANCH will be open on Monday 7/12 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ALL THREE BRANCHES (Sebring, Avon Park & Lake Placid) will be open Tuesday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday 7/16, Avon Park & […]
July Book Clubs (Mystery & Romance)
Click here for downloadable PDF of discussion questions. The author event will take place virtually through Zoom on July 20, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. To register for the LIVE author event, click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yt8dpEPvTO24Zc_vjov2tQ Click here for downloadable PDF of Discussion Questions for “Neon Gods” Click here for downloadable PDF of Discussion Questions for […]
Highlands County Libraries July Newsletter
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Juneteenth by Regina Ussery
Juneteenth is celebrated across the country on the 19th of June, and it is the oldest national holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. The Emancipation Proclamation was issued during the third year of the Civil War and took effect on January 1, 1863, freeing more than 3 million enslaved people. […]
Highlands County Libraries – SRP Weekly Printable Craft Bag Inserts
Hello families! We are making the inserts that are available in our craft kits, which are available for pick up each week beginning June 15, 2021, accessible online. Below are the links to the printable PDF copy of each week’s craft inserts. Many of these crafts were found on Pinterest and/or other online searches. Week […]
Special Live, Virtual Author Events
Young Adult readers, we have some very exciting news for you! Register to attend a LIVE, virtual meeting with Nicola and David Yoon, authors of popular titles such as The Sun is Also a Star and Frankly in Love. Event will be June 30, 2021 at 4:00 P.M. Register now by clicking: https://follett.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x1XxXWHDSlCZppE-H1X4-g Graphic novel readers, we […]
Digital Survival Game Links
Welcome to the Highlands County Libraries’ digital “escape room.” Complete each week’s challenge and get one step closer to surviving the jungle! We present an 8-part series of weekly challenges to enjoy during Summer. Get ready to put your knowledge of trivia, math, riddles, and pokemon to good use! WEEK 1 LINK JUNE 8- https://bit.ly/3wVlAum WEEK 2 LINK JUNE 15- https://bit.ly/3wO8ajx WEEK […]