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The Civil Rights Movement in Florida

featuring guest speaker Dr. J. Michael Butler

2026-02-07 14:00:00 2026-02-07 15:00:00 America/New_York The Civil Rights Movement in Florida The belief that Florida avoided the turmoil of the Civil Rights Movement is a common misconception. Coastal Region Library - Community Room

Saturday, February 07
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-07 14:00:00 2026-02-07 15:00:00 America/New_York The Civil Rights Movement in Florida The belief that Florida avoided the turmoil of the Civil Rights Movement is a common misconception. Coastal Region Library - Community Room

Coastal Region Library

Community Room

The belief that Florida avoided the turmoil of the Civil Rights Movement is a common misconception.

This presentation debunks the myth of “Florida exceptionalism,” highlighting Florida’s role in the Black freedom struggle and its lasting impact on modern America.

This presentation is sponsored by the Friends of the Coastal Region Library and the African American Read-In Committee. To learn more about the 18th Annual African American Read-In, you can find additional information on their Facebook page: Citrus County African American Read-In.


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

Coastal Region Library

Phone: 352-795-3716

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We're closed Monday January 19 due to MLK Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 19 Closed
(MLK Jr. Day)
Tue, Jan 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jan 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 24 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Jan 25 Closed

About the branch

The Coastal Region Branch is located just off Crystal Street in Crystal River. This location houses a community room, Teen Zone, and more.

Upcoming events

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Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
This event will help you learn about the symptoms and characteristics of Dementia.

Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Occasionally, we need a belated birthday card. We are going to make a fun squirrel card, so they forget we are late!
This event is full

Mon, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community 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.

Mon, Jan 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Occasionally, we need a belated birthday card. We are going to make a fun squirrel card, so they forget we are late!

Mon, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Learn how to understand key financial concepts, develop better money habits, and gain confidence in managing your personal finances.

Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
Need help with your device? Stop by the library for walk-in tech help—no appointment needed.

Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Kids will combine crafting skills with STEM-inspired play as they decorate their penguins and learn how the poppers work.

Wed, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room
This is a social and sensory program for those living with Alzheimer's or dementia to attend together with their caregivers. Craft, laugh, and get musical at the library!

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Diamond painting is a stress-reducing craft for people of all artistic skill levels, so join the club and add some sparkle to your day!

Wed, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Join us for our book club! This month, pick a book from the selected genre and bring it in to discuss it with fellow book lovers!

Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Room
Books and Babies is a special storytime for children, ages 0 to 30 months and their caregivers.

Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Room
Little learners is a special storytime for children, ages 30 months to 5 years old and their caregivers.

Thu, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 2:20pm
Study Room A
Book a 30 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
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Thu, Jan 29, 2:20pm - 2:40pm
Study Room A
Book a 30 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!

Thu, Jan 29, 2:40pm - 3:00pm
Study Room A
Book a 30 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!

Thu, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 3:20pm
Study Room A
Book a 30 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!

Thu, Jan 29, 3:20pm - 3:40pm
Study Room A
Book a 30 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
This event is full

Thu, Jan 29, 3:40pm - 4:00pm
Study Room A
Book a 30 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!