‘Twas nearing the end of a challenging year, But the Christmas season was finally here! The library staff of Highlands County Were preparing a wonderful Christmas bounty. Santa prepared to visit each of the libraries, And give out multicultural holiday goodies. At […]
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An Innovative Thanksgiving by Samantha Roll
This year I am choosing not to travel for Thanksgiving and this means I will not be able to see the family I usually do for the holiday. I know many people are in the same position whether by choice or necessity and that this Thanksgiving and the holidays beyond will be very different for […]
Friend your Library by Krystyl Farmer
It’s no secret that libraries across the nation benefit greatly from donations and rely on volunteers. Did you know that there are many groups of citizens across the nation who work together for the benefit of their public library? These groups are usually called the “Friends of the Library.” Friends groups are run by volunteers […]
Veterans Day with Library Help by Vikki Brown
November 11, 2020 is quickly approaching, and with that, Veterans Day. Many of us, myself included, know a Veteran of the United States Armed Forces. Veterans, today is about you. We celebrate you and we thank you! There are many resources for and about Veterans and Veterans Day. It can be daunting to sort through […]
Get Creative This November With The Library by Jennifer McConkey
Looking for something fun to do this November? From kids’ crafts to dessert recipes, the Highlands County public libraries have plenty of activities for patrons that want to get creative this month. Try one of the programs listed below, or check out a book or magazine on a new hobby you want […]
Celebrating the Friends of the Library by Samantha Roll
There are opportunities to give back in every community and ‘Friends of the Library’ organizations are one wonderful way people choose to do so. Most libraries have an associated “Friends” organization. These helpful volunteers raise money for the benefit of the library to provide things like computers, book carts, shelving, and other expensive items that […]
Halloween party ideas for a lowkey family night by Krystyl Farmer
If you feel there is too much risk in trick-or-treating this year, or if you just want to stay home and have a family night, your local public libraries have all you need to have a fun Halloween night in. Get ready to hang some fake cobwebs and break out your punch bowl because I’m […]
VOTE!
November is quickly approaching! While we won’t see fall happenings in Florida the same as other places, we will still enjoy all that fall has to offer. Apple cider, pumpkin pie, family; all some of my personal favorites! This year, though, we all (well, those 18 and older) get to participate in our right to […]
Vote! by Vikki Brown
November is quickly approaching! While we won’t see fall happenings in Florida the same as other places, we will still enjoy all that fall has to offer. Apple cider, pumpkin pie, family; all some of my personal favorites! This year, though, we all (well, those 18 and older) get to participate in our right to […]
Okeechobee October 2020 Newsletter
Download October Okeechobee 2020 Newsletter in PDF/A Fall is in the air and it’s time for the Okeechobee Library’s October newsletter! Check it out for more information on programs, services, events, newest additions, spooky standouts, and more!