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Manatees: Biology, Behavior, and Conservation
2026-05-18 17:30:00 2026-05-18 18:30:00 America/New_York Manatees: Biology, Behavior, and Conservation Gliding slowly through warm coastal waters, manatees may look like peaceful underwater clouds—but there’s much more to these gentle giants than meets the eye. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Monday, May 18
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-18 17:30:00 2026-05-18 18:30:00 America/New_York Manatees: Biology, Behavior, and Conservation Gliding slowly through warm coastal waters, manatees may look like peaceful underwater clouds—but there’s much more to these gentle giants than meets the eye. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Central Ridge Library

Community Room

Gliding slowly through warm coastal waters, manatees may look like peaceful underwater clouds—but there’s much more to these gentle giants than meets the eye.

This program will explore the fascinating lives of these marine mammals, from their unique anatomy and plant-based diet to their habitats and social behaviors. Participants will also learn about the challenges manatees face in the wild, current conservation efforts, and how humans can help protect both manatees and the ecosystems they depend on.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Nature & Outdoors |

TAGS: | Instruction |

Central Ridge Library
Hours
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Mon, May 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, May 15 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, May 17 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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Books & Babies
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Room
Books & Babies is a special storytime for children, ages 0 to 30 months and their caregivers.
Little Learners
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room
Little learners is a special storytime for children, ages 30 months to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Master Gardener Seminar - Turf for Citrus
Wed, May 13, 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.
Walk-in Tech Help
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Need help with your device? Stop by the library for walk-in tech help—no appointment needed.
Citrus County Genealogy Society - Open Table Help
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
A member of the Citrus County Genealogical Society will have a table in the lobby to help answer your genealogy research questions.
Card Making - Cuckoo Clock Card
Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room
No doubt about it, this will be a time you’ll never forget.
This event is full
Diamondizers! (Diamond Painting)
Fri, May 15, 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!
Registration is now closed
Tech Talk: Email 101
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Are you new to using email, or are you thinking of making an email account? Learn how to make your own email address, how to send emails to others, and how to stay safe while using your email.
The ABC of Dementia Workshop
Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
This event will help you learn about the symptoms and characteristics of Dementia.
Sit & Be Fit!
Mon, May 18, 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.
Manatees: Biology, Behavior, and Conservation
Mon, May 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room
Gliding slowly through warm coastal waters, manatees may look like peaceful underwater clouds—but there’s much more to these gentle giants than meets the eye.
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