Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Book Sale - Bag Day! Fill a bag for $12.00. This program is offered by the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library.
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B,Conference Room
Friends of South Mandarin Branch Library Book Sale. Shop this sale and stock up and save on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. There's a wide selection of items for every age - children, teens and adults.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join us for music, games, arts & crafts, face painting, a special "Trunk-or-Treat", and costume contest! Come out and be ready to have some fun with your friends, neighbors, and classmates at the Brentwood Library! This event is offered by the Friends of the Brentwood Library.
Adventure with us at the Highlands branch in Conference Room B where we will play Dungeons & Dragons! No previous experience needed. Character sheets, dice, and minis will be provided. Table is limited to 6 players per Dungeon Master. Registration encouraged but not required. (Ages 12-18).
Love playing videogames? Join library staff at the Bill Brinton Murray Hill Library and play some of your favorites including Nintendo Wii Sports, MarioKart, Super Mario 3D World, Super Smash Bros., and more!
Adventure with us in Conference room 900 where we will play Dungeons & Dragons! No previous experience needed. Character sheets and dice will be provided. Table is limited to 6 players per Dungeon Master. Registration encouraged but not required. (Ages 12-18).
Are you looking for a budget friendly, charming gift ideas for the upcoming holidays? If so, join us as we learn about the craft of making beaded necklaces and make our own jewelry creations for wearing or sharing! Materials are provided.
End your week by spending some quality screen-free time with your family! Stop by Maxville Library and grab one of our board games or puzzles and unwind from the day. Will you get into an epic Scrabble competition? Can your family complete an entire puzzle in one sitting? We can't wait to see!
Join us in the Southeast Regional Teen Room to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. Dice and character sheets provided! Currently: Level 5 Characters
Stop by the Bill Brinton Murray Hill Library for some BOOOKS and fun during Murray Hill-O-Ween on Saturday, October 25 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. We will also have Halloween stories, crafts, games, candy, library cards, and more!
This event is free and open to the public.
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Your child enjoys stories, music, and movement in a small, welcoming environment. That’s why our program, designed for children ages 2-5 with sensory sensitivities, combines traditional storytime components with supportive elements. We’ve also limited attendance to enhance the experience.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join us for Baby Storytime! This program is specially designed for infants from birth to 12 months and their adult caregivers. Share songs, rhymes, and stories that promote early literacy while strengthening the bond with your little one. Plus, enjoy playtime—a wonderful opportunity for both babies and caregivers to socialize and connect.
Are you scratching your head about what to read your infant and toddlers? We've created a library kit for busy families and would love to show you how it works! Join us for an early childhood learning experience featuring our Traveling Tales Collection.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join us for Turn Up for Tech where technology meets fun and games for the whole family! Explore the latest tech to complete new challenges every month. From robots to circuits and animation to coding, every month features a new way to interact with technology with your favorite librarian. Don't miss out! Drop in, explore, and play at your library today!
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Worms are fascinating creatures--it's just a convenient bonus that they happen to gross out other people.
But what would you do if you started finding worms in unwanted places--like the bed, the toothbrush, and even the library?
Can you help protect the library from this wriggling menace?
Show off your earthworm expertise and compete in a series of games to try to control the earthworm invasion and save the library!
Dive into the darker side of shonen manga with Death Note! Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to explore the complex characters and gripping cat-and-mouse thriller plot that make this series so popular. (For ages 12-17)
Worms are fascinating creatures--it's just a convenient bonus that they happen to gross out other people.
But what would you do if you started finding worms in unwanted places--like the bed, the toothbrush, and even the library?
Can you help protect the library from this wriggling menace?
Show off your earthworm expertise and compete in a series of games to try to control the earthworm invasion and save the library!
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Join us Monday evenings in Murray Hill as we collaborate on a zine together, with a new theme every week. All materials needed are provided, but feel free to bring your favorites along.
This Lit Chat Author Talk is a 30-minute program consisting of a 20-minute presentation by author Catherine Wu and 10 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, with books available for sale on site.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. The program is structured to support children’s early learning and healthy development while creating a supportive community for the parents and caregivers! We will sing songs, tell stories, create art, and play! All Are Welcome! This program is presented by the Early Learning Coalition and Help Me Grow Clay, Duval, and Nassau.
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Your child enjoys stories, music, and movement in a small, welcoming environment. That’s why our program, designed for children ages 2-5 with sensory sensitivities, combines traditional storytime components with supportive elements. We’ve also limited attendance to enhance the experience.
Join us on Tuesdays for a 60 minute gentle class that adapts yoga poses using a chair. You will also learn techniques to calm the mind and body that can be practiced anywhere. All levels and abilities are welcome. This is Yoga for Everybody and Every Body. This program is offered and made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library. Contact : ejwmax@gmail.com
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Learn how to stream and download eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video using digital media services such as Libby, Hoopla, and Kanopy. This drop-in activity will be located at the tables near the adult public computers. Please bring your library card and device.
Learn to solve a Rubik's cube! No experience needed. Bring your own or borrow from staff! We look forward to seeing you the last Tuesday of each month. For ages 9 and up, in the Teen area.
Therapy dog-assisted reading gives children a unique experience, to read to a canine buddy in a safe environment, join us at Highlands for this fun time reading experience!
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
Join us and meet Kasper, a therapy dog who loves to listen to children read. Bring the kids and let them practice their reading skills with a patient and loving therapy dog. For ages 12 and under. This activity is allocated in 10 minute increments and participation is first come first served. Online registration is recommended, but walk-ins will be accepted as time allows.
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Want to level up your costume this year? Spooktober is finally here, and we’ve got budget friendly tips and tricks to share! Come join other teens at Jacksonville Public Library for some treats and hands-on practice with special effects makeup! (For ages 12-17)
Celebrate Halloween with the Southeast Library! We'll have a parade with treats along with activities in the Children's Department. Parade begins at 4:30pm. Join us in your costume and bring a treat bag.
Drop in at the South Mandarin Branch Library to play board games and card games featuring new and old favorites! While here, grab a snack and have some fun with friends or make some new ones!
Bring your own device, and join us at the Social Roblox Club for a fun-filled adventure! Dive into exciting Roblox games and collaborate on creative building challenges. Meet fellow gamers, participate in epic competitions, and enjoy Roblox-themed activities like trivia and icebreakers. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the world of Roblox, there’s something for everyone!
This is a “Bring Your Own Device” Roblox. A limited number of Windows laptops available for those who need them. Please register in advance at firstcoastesports/roblox
Whether you’re an avid reader or struggle to find the time to complete just one book, we welcome you to attend Shelf Conscious! Join us the fourth Tuesday of every month at our Maxville Branch Library book club where we explore various fiction and nonfiction titles and chat about our selection of the month. We’d love to see you!
The Beaches Library’s Flamingo Book Club is spreading their wings and are now reading a diverse selection of fiction, non-fiction, and some Florida based literature.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us in-between Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
Your child enjoys stories, music, and movement in a small, welcoming environment. That’s why our program, designed for children ages 2-5 with sensory sensitivities, combines traditional storytime components with supportive elements. We’ve also limited attendance to enhance the experience.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join us for Turn Up for Tech where technology meets fun and games for the whole family! Explore the latest tech to complete new challenges every month. From robots to circuits and animation to coding, every month features a new way to interact with technology with your favorite librarian. Don't miss out! Drop in, explore, and play at your library today!
It is time to put on your favorite costume and join us for a not-so-spooky afternoon of crafts, games, face painting, and surprises.
Especially for teens and tweens: join us at the Spooky Soiree to make your own gingerbread zombie!
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Arts and crafts activities for youth, ages 5 to 18. No registration required. Activities for the month of October are: 10/1 - Paper Butterflies & Moths; 10/15 - Ghost Portraits; 10/29 - Halloween Slime.
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Worms are fascinating creatures--it's just a convenient bonus that they happen to gross out other people.
But what would you do if you started finding worms in unwanted places--like the bed, the toothbrush, and even the library?
Can you help protect the library from this wriggling menace?
Show off your earthworm expertise and compete in a series of games to try to control the earthworm invasion and save the library!
Dive into the darker side of shonen manga with Death Note! Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to explore the complex characters and gripping cat-and-mouse thriller plot that make this series so popular. (For ages 12-17)
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Do you love a good mystery? Halloween fun has turned to horrific fright, and the local police department needs your help investigating the evidence! This 4-week lab is designed for teens ages 12-17 who are interested in fingerprints, footprints, handwriting analysis and more. Join us as we slip into a fictional crime scene to learn how to use forensics tools and techniques. By the end of the series, you’ll have collected, analyzed and interpreted all you need to solve the crime!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join your fellow Planeswalkers the last Thursday of each month for Drop-In Magic: The Gathering games from 2-4pm at the Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch Library. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome. First-time players under 18 will receive all they need to play their first match.
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
There's a storm brewing over Eerie-on-Sea, and the fisherfolk say a monster is the cause. Someone has woken the ancient Gargantis, who sleeps in the watery caves beneath this spooky seaside town where legends have a habit of coming to life.
But seaside towns aren’t the only places where legends come to life. There are spooky creatures in the library too! Craft your own creepy critter and then challenge other monsters in a battle of wits to find out what goes Bump in the Library!
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Join us for Turn Up for Tech where technology meets fun and games for the whole family! Explore the latest tech to complete new challenges every month. From robots to circuits and animation to coding, every month features a new way to interact with technology with your favorite librarian. Don't miss out! Drop in, explore, and play at your library today!
Worms are fascinating creatures--it's just a convenient bonus that they happen to gross out other people.
But what would you do if you started finding worms in unwanted places--like the bed, the toothbrush, and even the library?
Can you help protect the library from this wriggling menace?
Show off your earthworm expertise and compete in a series of games to try to control the earthworm invasion and save the library!
Flex your creativity muscles and join us in this Lego-making activity! Participate in our Lego Challenge or use your imagination and create your own. Designs will be displayed and featured in our Children's Library! For ages 5-12 (Under 8 with a caregiver)
Bundle up, and bring your imagination! Come paint a pumpkin! Get inspired by the season and make your pumpkin the spookiest, silliest, or most beautiful in the neighborhood! You are welcome to bring your own pumpkin. We will supply foam pumpkins, brushes and paint and some book related inspiration! Dress for mess!
Come to the library and meet Kiwi: a super soft poodle-mix that loves kids, books, and cookies. Kiwi is a licensed therapy dog and knows over 20 commands. Read her a story, and she will be your new best friend! Kids in attendance will receive a special customized tattoo, sticker of Kiwi or a magnet of Kiwi (while supplies last). This event is for children ages 5-12. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration recommended. Walk-ins are first come, first serve.
Come to the library in costume (masks are prohibited) for an afternoon of fun! Try to pin the eyeball on the zombie and compete in various minute-to-win-it games! Grab some candy for a pre-trick or treat and read to our Therapy dog, Kiwi!
Dive into the darker side of shonen manga with Death Note! Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to explore the complex characters and gripping cat-and-mouse thriller plot that make this series so popular. (For ages 12-17)
Need help preparing to take the GED Tests? Schedule an intake appointment to register for GED test prep classes. The next one is the in-person intake Friday, 31st of October at 10:00 am. It is located on the ground floor in the back right corner, E124 is the classroom. This is in the Main Library at 303 N Laura Street, Downtown. Make sure to use the parking garage at 33 W Duval St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 or a parking meter. If you park in the garage, bring your parking ticket to your appointment, so we can instruct you on getting it validated before you leave. Please no children allowed, you will be taking a reading assessment. Please be on time because we will close the door at 1010 am. The process usually lasts until 1130 am.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join us for Baby Storytime! This program is specially designed for infants from birth to 12 months and their adult caregivers. Share songs, rhymes, and stories that promote early literacy while strengthening the bond with your little one. Plus, enjoy playtime—a wonderful opportunity for both babies and caregivers to socialize and connect.
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Do you love a good mystery? Halloween fun has turned to horrific fright, and the local police department needs your help investigating the evidence! This 4-week lab is designed for teens ages 12-17 who are interested in fingerprints, footprints, handwriting analysis and more. Join us as we slip into a fictional crime scene to learn how to use forensics tools and techniques. By the end of the series, you’ll have collected, analyzed and interpreted all you need to solve the crime!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Join us for Turn Up for Tech where technology meets fun and games for the whole family! Explore the latest tech to complete new challenges every month. From robots to circuits and animation to coding, every month features a new way to interact with technology with your favorite librarian. Don't miss out! Drop in, explore, and play at your library today!
Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us after Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.
Does your child love to build and create things from their imagination? Think you've got a future architect or engineer on your hands? Join us after school every Friday afternoon for a hands-on Lego activity! Get inspired by one of our fun Lego challenges or freestyle your own creation. We can't wait to see what you can come up with! This activity is recommended for ages 5 and up.
Drop-in to the Teen room to get better at writing and enjoy the process with fellow teens. This writing club encourages self-expression, building self-esteem, confidence, and becoming a better communicator..
Grab your most fiendish friends and come to Brown Eastside Library to strut your stuff in our costume contest, take part in creepy competitions, watch a monstrous movie and enjoy a spooky snack!
Are you going to make a cyclops with long pointy teeth or a warm fuzzy monster with polka dots? You can craft whatever kind of monster you like best during this craft activity.
Dive into the darker side of shonen manga with Death Note! Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to explore the complex characters and gripping cat-and-mouse thriller plot that make this series so popular. (For ages 12-17)
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Come join Brentwood's needlework meet-up! Whether you needlepoint, knit, crochet, or sew, bring your current work in progress (WIP) and enjoy crafting in the company of others.
Fans of D&D will love the supernatural small town adventures within Kids on Bikes! Character sheets and dice will be provided for this beginner-friendly game in a rules-light game system! Registration is encouraged but not required!
Building a world block by block takes creativity, dedication, and determination. Inspired by the world of Minecraft, design a character avatar, work together to escape dangerous Withers and Zombies, and build a fortress of protection out of Legos!
This program is for families, so everyone is welcome, but you may find today’s activities better suited for ages 6-9!
Brush up on your chess skills or learn from scratch. This Drop-in welcomes any level of mastery. Come enjoy an age-old game with your fellow customers.
End your week by spending some quality screen-free time with your family! Stop by Maxville Library and grab one of our board games or puzzles and unwind from the day. Will you get into an epic Scrabble competition? Can your family complete an entire puzzle in one sitting? We can't wait to see!
