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Meet the Author

John Kudlas
2025-05-07 13:30:00 2025-05-07 14:30:00 America/New_York Meet the Author Meet local author John Kudlas as he presents on his latest work and epic international wilderness adventures. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Wednesday, May 07
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-07 13:30:00 2025-05-07 14:30:00 America/New_York Meet the Author Meet local author John Kudlas as he presents on his latest work and epic international wilderness adventures. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Central Ridge Library

Community Room

Meet local author John Kudlas as he presents on his latest work and epic international wilderness adventures.

John Kudlas, is a retried biology & ecology educator, adventurer, and author. He's been awarded Minnesota Teacher of the Year, Mayo Clinic Science Teacher of the Year, and the Olmsted County Environmental Achievement Award. John has several international technical climbs under his belt from places like Slovakia, Turkey, and Poland. As an author he has written multiple books; "Truce: Christmas Day 1914", "The Bartender Who Saved Christmas: And Other Christmas Stories", "A HAYES RIVER ODYSSEY: Canoe Journey to York Factory", and his latest publication "A Noah's Ark Odyssey", in addition to his published newspaper and magazine articles. Join him in this exciting presentation as he describes all of the ups and downs of his many journeys.

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.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Reading |

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Central Ridge Library
Hours
Mon, May 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed
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The Central Ridge Branch is located on the corner of Forest Ridge Blvd and Roosevelt Blvd in Beverly Hills. This location houses a community rooms, 2 study rooms and a computer lab.

Upcoming events

Sit & Be Fit!
Mon, May 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room
Sit & Be Fit is an exercise program that focuses on stretch and strengthening exercises that can be done from a seated position.
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Walk this Way! - Central Ridge Library Walking Group
Tue, May 06, 9:00am - 10:00am
Join us twice a month at the Beverly Hills Community Park for light stretching, walking, and fun conversation!
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Color Me Happy
Tue, May 06, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Area
Coloring can be beneficial to adults in many ways; it generates wellness, motor skills, the senses and creativity.
Citrus Libraries Coping Connection
Tue, May 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Citrus Libraries Coping Connection is a virtual/hybrid support group designed for those who are caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer's and/or Dementia.
Everyday English
Tue, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room B
Adult learners can practice their English communication skills through guided conversation groups.
Book a Librarian
Wed, May 07, 9:30am - 10:15am
Library Commons
Book a 45 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Books & Babies - Mother's Day
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Room
Books & Babies is a special storytime for children, ages 0 to 30 months and their caregivers.
Book a Librarian
Wed, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Library Commons
Book a 45 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Book a Librarian
Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Library Commons
Book a 45 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
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Little Learners - Mother's Day
Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Room
Little learners is a special storytime for children, ages 30 months to 5 years old and their caregivers. This week we celebrate Mother's Day!
Meet the Author - John Kudlas
Wed, May 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room
Meet local author John Kudlas as he presents on his latest work and epic international wilderness adventures.
Computers: Getting Started
Thu, May 08, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Take an introductory look at using a computer. We’ll cover basic computer terminology, standard computer operations, as well as some keyboarding and mouse skills.
Friends of Central Ridge Library Board Meeting
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room
Friends of Central Ridge Library meeting.
Genealogy 1-on-1
Thu, May 08, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Special Location
A member of the Citrus County Genealogical Society will be here to give 1-on-1 assistance with genealogy research. 1hr 30min appointments are available.
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Genealogy 1-on-1
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Special Location
A member of the Citrus County Genealogical Society will be here to give 1-on-1 assistance with genealogy research. 1hr 30min appointments are available.
Happy Tails! - Youth Reading Program
Thu, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room
Help your child improve their reading skills by having them read to registered therapy dogs that love to listen!
Diamondizers! (Diamond Painting)
Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Do you enjoy Diamond Painting or would you like to try? Come in and join the fun with the Diamondizers!
Golden Gamers
Fri, May 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Commons
Have fun playing games with friends at the Central Ridge Library! Pass the afternoon together in an exciting and engaging way. Bring old friends or get together and make new ones!
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