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Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

Life, Legacy, and the Florida Frontier

2026-10-05 14:00:00 2026-10-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Step into the world of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, one of Florida’s most celebrated literary voices. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Monday, October 05
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Central Ridge Library

Community Room

Step into the world of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, one of Florida’s most celebrated literary voices.

This engaging presentation explores Rawlings’ remarkable life - from her early years and career as a journalist to her move to the small community of Cross Creek, where she found inspiration for many of her most beloved works. Attendees will learn about her relationships with Florida’s pioneer families, her literary achievements, and the lasting impact of her writing on Florida history and American literature.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Travel | Books & Reading |

TAGS: | History |

Central Ridge Library
Hours
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Mon, Sep 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Oct 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 03 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Oct 04 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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Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room
Little learners is a special storytime for children, ages 30 months to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Ridge Readers Book Club
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room
Join us on the last Wednesday of each month for the Ridge Readers Book Club.
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AARP Smart Driver's Course
Thu, Oct 01, 9:00am - 3:00pm
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Introduction to American MahJongg
Thu, Oct 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Area
This 4-session foundation class provides fundamentals of the American MahJongg tile game.
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Walk-in Tech Help
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Need help with your device? Stop by the library for walk-in tech help—no appointment needed.
Happy Tails! - Youth Reading Program
Thu, Oct 01, 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!
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Introduction to American MahJongg
Fri, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Area
This 4-session foundation class provides fundamentals of the American MahJongg tile game.
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Adults Create - Book Witch
Fri, Oct 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room
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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Diamondizers! (Diamond Painting)
Fri, Oct 02, 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!
Books & Beyond - A Year of Impact
Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Celebrate the impact we've had this year as Library Services Director, Adam Chang shares what we’ve accomplished and gives a glimpse into what will be coming in the future.
The ABC of Dementia Workshop
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
This event will help you learn about the symptoms and characteristics of Dementia.
Battling Bishops
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Quiet Area
All levels are welcome to learn, teach, and play chess. This designated time is for those who wish to battle it out with an opponent in competitive but friendly chess.
Sit & Be Fit!
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings - Life, Legacy, and the Florida Frontier
Mon, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Step into the world of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, one of Florida’s most celebrated literary voices.
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