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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
Hours
Mon, Sep 15 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 Closed
Sun, Sep 21 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

Tiny Tales
Fri, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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.
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Genealogy 1-on-1
Fri, Sep 19, 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.
Registration is now closed
Tech Talk - Smart Gardening
Mon, Sep 22, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Program Room
Ever wondered how technology can help your garden thrive? Join us for a presentation on smart gardening!
Tech Help
Tue, Sep 23, 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.
Plant Swap
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Linear Park
Do you love being outside working in your garden? Do you wish you could share your plants with someone else?
Heritage Hour - The Floral City Phosphate Boom
Wed, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room
Digging Deep—How Phosphate Shaped Floral City’s Rise
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