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Don't Squash That Spider!

Florida's Arachnids
2026-02-16 14:00:00 2026-02-16 15:00:00 America/New_York Don't Squash That Spider! In this program, we’ll explore the incredible diversity, biology, and ecological importance of Florida's arachnids. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Monday, February 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-16 14:00:00 2026-02-16 15:00:00 America/New_York Don't Squash That Spider! In this program, we’ll explore the incredible diversity, biology, and ecological importance of Florida's arachnids. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Central Ridge Library

Community Room

In this program, we’ll explore the incredible diversity, biology, and ecological importance of Florida's arachnids.

Learn how to identify common species, separate fact from fiction, and appreciate the vital role spiders and their relatives play in Florida’s ecosystems—all without the fear factor.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Nature & Outdoors |

TAGS: | Event |

Central Ridge Library
Hours
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Mon, Feb 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Feb 10 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 12 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Feb 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 14 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Feb 15 Closed
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About the branch

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

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Book A Librarian - Technology Help
Wed, Feb 11, 9:30am - 9:50am
Special Location
Book a 20 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Registration is now closed
Book A Librarian - Technology Help
Wed, Feb 11, 9:50am - 10:10am
Special Location
Book a 20 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Registration is now closed
Books & Babies
Wed, Feb 11, 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 - Technology Help
Wed, Feb 11, 10:10am - 10:30am
Special Location
Book a 20 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Registration is now closed
Book A Librarian - Technology Help
Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 10:50am
Special Location
Book a 20 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Registration is now closed
Book A Librarian - Technology Help
Wed, Feb 11, 10:50am - 11:10am
Special Location
Book a 20 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Registration is now closed
Little Learners
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Room
Little learners is a special storytime for children, ages 30 months to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Book A Librarian - Technology Help
Wed, Feb 11, 11:10am - 11:30am
Special Location
Book a 20 minute appointment with our Instruction & Research Librarian to find answers to your technology questions!
Registration is now closed
Master Gardener Seminar - All About Mulch
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
Beginner Sewing - Sewing Case
Wed, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room
Whether sewing is a skill that you already have, or one you're looking to gain, this is the class for you! As there are multiple sessions per month, please only register for one session.
Registration is now closed
Get in the Game - Gaming
Wed, Feb 11, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Youth Room
Nintendo Switch.
Tech Talk - Canva: Getting Started
Thu, Feb 12, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
An introduction to the graphic design platform known as Canva and some of its core features.
Adults Create - Felt Roses
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Area
Get creative at the library! Make anything from decorations, art, cards, jewelry, and more. Use provided materials and have fun crafting. Then, bring home an awesome creation that you made yourself!
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Friends of Central Ridge Library Board Meeting
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Friends of Central Ridge Library meeting.
AARP Tax-Aide
Fri, Feb 13, 9:30am - 3:15pm
Community Room
AARP offers free individual federal income tax assistance and electronic filing to the residents of Citrus County. Appointments can be made at your local library, in person or over the phone.
Diamondizers! (Diamond Painting)
Fri, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Area
Do you enjoy Diamond Painting or would you like to try? Come in and join the fun with the Diamondizers!
Registration is now closed
Golden Gamers
Fri, Feb 13, 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!
Sit & Be Fit!
Mon, Feb 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Commons
Sit & Be Fit is an exercise program that focuses on stretch and strengthening exercises that can be done from a seated position.
Don't Squash That Spider! - Florida's Arachnids
Mon, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
In this program, we’ll explore the incredible diversity, biology, and ecological importance of Florida's arachnids.
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