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Andrea McCray

Black Education in Citrus County

2025-02-12 14:00:00 2025-02-12 15:00:00 America/New_York Andrea McCray Stories of strength, unity, and education against the odds. Floral City Public Library - Program Room

Wednesday, February 12
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-12 14:00:00 2025-02-12 15:00:00 America/New_York Andrea McCray Stories of strength, unity, and education against the odds. Floral City Public Library - Program Room

Stories of strength, unity, and education against the odds.

Join us for an enlightening Heritage Hour discussion on the history of Black education in Citrus County during the era of segregation. Our speaker will delve into the experiences of the local Black community, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of providing quality education despite systemic inequalities. Through the stories of George Washington Carver Elementary School and Booker T. Washington High School, discover how Citrus County’s Black community rallied together, building a foundation of perseverance and hope that endured through challenging times.


DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the presenter and do not necessarily represent the official policy or position of the Citrus County Library System.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Performances & Special Events | History & Travel |

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Floral City Public Library

Phone: 352-726-3671

Hours
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Mon, Jan 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 14 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 15 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jan 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 17 Closed
Sun, Jan 18 Closed

About the branch

The Floral City Branch is located on Orange Street in the center of Floral City, near the Avenue of Oaks. This location features a literacy collection, public computers, and more.

Upcoming events

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Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room
Tiny Tales is a special storytime for our youngest readers, ages 0 to 5, and their caregivers.

Tue, Jan 20, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Computer Area
Floral City Library Volunteer Susan offers tech help every Tuesday. Bring in your device and/or questions and she will help you to the best of her ability.

Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room
Create, shape, and paint—join us for a two-part clay workshop!
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room
The "Ask a Master Gardener" program, offered by the UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension, is an opportunity for residents to learn about timely gardening topics.

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Making handwriting magical, one letter at a time.