Click here for downloadable PDF of discussion questions. Readers, we have a special event for you! Throughout October, just read the featured title, Dark Things I Adore. Questions? Call 863-402-6716. The author event will take place virtually through Zoom on October 27, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. To register for the LIVE author event, click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p2cUwditR7apl73h9cQKkA
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Highlands County October Newsletter
Click here for full October Newsletter & October Coloring Pages in downloadable PDF format. This month’s newsletter features coloring pages created and drawn by staff member, Crystal Martinez.
Why Wait? by Bari Lotts
During the recent anniversary of the 9/11 attacks I heard so many speak of the ability of Americans to join together in the aftermath of the horrific events of that day. News casters, politicians, students, celebrities and ordinary people all shared and posted comments about Americans coming to the aid of their neighbors; helping each […]
Free Online English Conversation Classes
“Learn about life in the USA while practicing your English with a teacher. A special program for immigrants living in Florida.The Florida Literacy Coalition is launching a program to offer free online English conversation classes to residents of Florida. This is a cooperative effort with seven adult literacy programs (including those at Palm Beach County Library and Jacksonville Public […]
Libraries Are NOT Obsolete!
With increased access to ebooks and digital entertainment many believe libraries will become or are already obsolete. I disagree. Although both print and ebook sales have increased over the past five years, printed books have experienced a proportionately larger surge in sales than ebooks. During the first half of 2021 sales of books in print […]
Highlands County September Newsletter
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September Virtual Book Clubs (Mystery & Romance)
Throughout August, just read the featured cozy mystery. The Last Mona Lisa by Jonathan Santlofer. The author event will take place virtually through Zoom on September 29, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. To register for the LIVE author event, click this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LJKr3wQQREK3JCiTWz2rbg Mystery Discussion Questions (Click here for downloadable PDF) Throughout August, just read the three […]
Highlands County Libraries August Newsletter
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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 […]