FEBRUARY LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Funding for Marion County Public Library System programs is provided by the Friends of the Library groups. 
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Charles Eady
"Hidden Freedom: The South Before Racism"

Saturday, Feb. 18, 3 p.m.
Sankofa Public Library
 
Chasing family history, Eady uncovered historical documents, inspiring a closer look at the Deep South and the lives of free blacks striving for equality. Eady is a graduate of Claflin University and a multitalented, local artist and educator. Call 352-438-2550 for more information.
African American Read-In

Celebrate a rich heritage of literature, film, music and art at the 33rd National African American Read-In. Readers, performers and listeners of all ages welcome! Take part in any or all of the events. We can also record your presentation for the Sankofa Public Library celebration on Feb. 20! Call your library for more information.
 
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1 p.m.
Dunnellon Public Library
20351 Robinson Rd.
Dunnellon, FL 34431
352-438-2520
 
Monday, Feb. 6, 11:30 a.m.
Fort McCoy Public Library
14660 NE Highway 315
Fort McCoy, FL 32134
352-438-2560
 
Monday, Feb. 6, 4 p.m.
Reddick Public Library
15150 NW Gainesville Road
Reddick, FL 32686
352-438-2566
 
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 4 p.m.
Marion Oaks Public Library
294 Marion Oaks Lane
Ocala, FL 34473
352-438-2570
 
Saturday, Feb. 11, 10:30 a.m.
Forest Public Library
905 S Highway 314A
Ocklawaha, FL 32179
352-438-2540
 
Saturday, Feb. 11, 1 p.m.
Belleview Public Library
13145 SW Highway 484
Belleview, FL 34420
352-438-2500
 
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 4 p.m.
Freedom Public Library
5870 SW 95th St.
Ocala, FL 34476
352-438-2580
 
Monday, Feb. 20, 2 p.m.
Sankofa Public Library
352-438-2550
1821 NW 21st Ave.
Ocala, FL 34475
Co-sponsored by Ocala Recreation and Parks.

Read-A-Palooza

Feb. 6-March 5
All library locations
 
Join in on the reading fun! Pick up a reading log and track your daily reading activity. Grand prize drawings will be held in March. Call your library for more information.
 
Co-sponsored by the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County.
MORE PROGRAMS CAN BE FOUND IN WORDS
Master the Arts

Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Feb. 7-21
For ages 8-12
Headquarters-Ocala Public Library
 
Create your own masterpiece inspired by renowned artists and celebrated styles.  
Call 352-671-8551 for more information.
Mike Familant: In Search of Bigfoot

Thursday, Feb. 9, 3 p.m.
Headquarters-Ocala Public Library
 
Track down the truth behind our most iconic cryptid.
Brave the mystery! Call 352-671-8551 for more information.
VISIT OUR ONLINE CALENDAR FOR MORE PROGRAMS
 
 
Symphonic Swing & Swagger

Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2 p.m.
Belleview Public Library
 
Mark Raisch brings the copacetic sounds of Sinatra, Buble and others to the stage. Slide in, latch on and groove to the greatest songs ever. Call 352-438-2500 for more information.
LIBRARY CLOSED DAYS
All Marion County Public Library System
locations will be closed Friday, Feb. 17 for Maintenance/Training.
 

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