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Heritage Hour

The Floral City Phosphate Boom
2025-09-24 14:00:00 2025-09-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Heritage Hour Digging Deep—How Phosphate Shaped Floral City’s Rise Floral City Public Library - Program Room

Wednesday, September 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-24 14:00:00 2025-09-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Heritage Hour Digging Deep—How Phosphate Shaped Floral City’s Rise Floral City Public Library - Program Room

Digging Deep—How Phosphate Shaped Floral City’s Rise

Discover the story of Floral City’s phosphate boom, a transformative chapter in the town’s history. Learn how the discovery of phosphate in the late 1800s brought industry, jobs, and rapid growth to the area—changing the landscape and putting Floral City on the map during Florida’s mining heyday.

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
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Mon, Oct 13 Closed
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Tue, Oct 14 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 15 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Oct 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 18 Closed
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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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Tech Help
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Master Gardener - Bad Bugs
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Beyond the Basics Tai Chi
Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room
This class is for seasoned participants. Tai Chi is a slow-moving form of martial arts that benefits the mind and body, helps reduce stress, and improves balance and coordination.
Beginner Tai Chi
Thu, Oct 16, 10:45am - 11:45am
Program Room
Tai Chi is a slow-moving form of martial arts that benefits the mind and body, helps reduce stress, and improves balance and coordination.
Genealogy 1-on-1
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Area
A member of the Citrus County Genealogical Society will be here to give 1-on-1 assistance with genealogy research. One-hour appointments are available.
This event is full
Tiny Tales
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room
Tiny Tales is a special storytime for our youngest readers, ages 0 to 5, and their caregivers.
Genealogy 1-on-1
Fri, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Area
A member of the Citrus County Genealogical Society will be here to give 1-on-1 assistance with genealogy research. One-hour appointments are available.
This event is full
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