Drop-In and Read With Penny the Therapy Dog
2025-01-15 16:00:00
2025-01-15 17:00:00
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Drop-In and Read With Penny the Therapy Dog
Join us as we welcome Penny, 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. She doesn't judge, and neither do we! Bring your own book, or choose one of ours. For children ages 12 and under.
Pablo Creek Regional - Puppet Theater
Wednesday, January 15
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
Puppet TheaterJoin us as we welcome Penny, 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. She doesn't judge, and neither do we! Bring your own book, or choose one of ours. For children ages 12 and under.
AGE GROUP: | Tweens | School Age | Families | Early Childhood |
EVENT TYPE: | Youth Program | Library Event | Families |
TAGS: | Youth Program | youth activity | tween | therapy dog | school age | reading | Literacy | early childhood | drop in | dog |
Pablo Creek Regional
Phone: (904) 255-2665
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| Tue, Aug 04 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 05 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 06 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 07 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 08 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Aug 09 | Closed |
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Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
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!
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
San Marco Branch - 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!
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Epic labyrinths, daring missions, and mind‑bending challenges await inside JAXBots Robotics Club LAB! Over four weeks, dive into data detection, launch into space exploration, warp through time travel, and defend a high‑stakes radiation facility using Sphero robots. Each session, choose your path: conquer a maze, crack a coding challenge, or master a robot game. Will you answer the call to discover your own legendary robotics adventure?
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
University Park Branch - Children's Area
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!
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Non-Fiction Window
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!
Fri, Aug 07, 11:15am - 11:55am
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
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.
Fri, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area
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.
Fri, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Registration opens Thursday, August 6 2026 at 11:30am
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Drop in anytime between 2:00 to 5:00 to play a game of scrabble. Beginners and advanced players welcome!
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
For ages 12-18! Turn flat paper into a squishy masterpiece! Tape, stuff, and squeeze your stress away. Embrace the crunch and make your very own squishy today.
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Department
If you are between the ages of 8-11 join us in creating Paper Squishy Pals while chatting about books with new friends.
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highlands Regional
🎉 Calling All Teens! 🎉 Looking for a fun way to kick off your Friday? Hang out in the Highlands Teen Area every other Friday for an awesome mix of games, crafts, challenges, and chill time! Put your knowledge to the test with trivia competitions, get creative with seasonal crafts, tackle puzzles, play exciting games, and connect with friends—whether you're making new ones or bringing your old ones. Want something more low-key? Grab some coloring supplies and relax in a welcoming space designed just for teens. Come join the fun, show off your skills, and make every other Friday something to look forward to! 😎✨
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 3:20pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Join us at 3 pm and listen to a librarian share a few of their favorite stories. Then attendees are encouraged to share their own favorite stories with friends and family or read quietly on their own. Participants that read for 20 minutes will be able to choose a prize from our treasure chest while supplies last. Youth of all ages are welcome.
Fri, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Maxville Branch - Public Area
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.
Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Ready to get puzzled? Drop in and put your problem-solving skills to the test! Come join us and put together some jigsaw puzzles. Enjoy the challenge of building alone or with family and friends. For school-age children and teens.
Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
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!
Fri, Aug 07, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Summer is coming to a close in Overworld, but the fun isn't over. Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to create Minecraft keychains out of fusible beads and protect your territory from hordes of Withers and a Zombies. (For ages 12-17)
Sat, Aug 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Zine/Local Author Collection
Join comic book creators to discuss the craft of comics.
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Branch
Do you... Crochet? Knit? Embroider? Macrame? Cross Stitch?
Bring your project to the West Branch Library and get comfortable by our fireplace! Meet up with your crafty friends, or make some new ones while you're here.
We'll reserve the fireplace area on the second Saturday of the month and set out some resources for your stitches that you can use while you're here or check out with your library card.
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Drop in and join us for a fun and easy craft while supplies last. All ages are welcome.
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Explore the River City Readers Bookmobile and get a free book to keep for your child’s home library!
Climb on board and pick out one of the amazing free books available for children and teens. Library card sign up will be available, so you can keep on building a reading habit.
Sat, Aug 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library - Terry Children's Theater
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!
Sat, Aug 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
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!
Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Regency Square Branch - Conference Room
This book club cuts deeply into the text of sharp-edged speculative fiction. Please register for a truly fantastical discussion of the following extraordinary tales:
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Terry Children's Theater
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!
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
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!
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
The Friends of the Brentwood Library present the 13th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway. This program is offered by the Friends of the Brentwood Library.
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Drop in anytime between 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. to play a game of chess. All ages and all skill levels are welcome!
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Room 124 E-Classroom
Find out all you want to know about a FREE genealogy website. No need to bring anything but yourself to participate! The Jacksonville Public Library offers excellent resources for genealogical research for use in the library and/or from home. Life Lab programs are free workshops offered by trained professionals and volunteers that focus on improving your day to day life. These programs cover a wide range of workshops from gardening to small business needs.
This event is full
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Create something new or bring your works in progress.
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Teens Ages 12-18 Only: Drop-in and craft with us. Crafts include Perler beads, Kandi bracelets, and more!
Sat, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Maxville Branch - Public Area
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!
Sat, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
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!
Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
Meet new friends and learn about library resources as we play games like whist, spades, bridge, and more.
Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
Brush up on your chess skills or learn from scratch. This informal gathering welcomes any level of mastery. Come enjoy an age-old game with your fellow customers.
Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Registration opens Sunday, August 9 2026 at 10:00am
Mon, Aug 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Mon, Aug 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
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!
Mon, Aug 10, 10:15am - 10:55am
Southeast Regional - Room C
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.
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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.
This event is full
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
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!
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Beginner, above for more information.
Registration opens Sunday, August 9 2026 at 11:00am
Mon, Aug 10, 11:15am - 11:55am
Southeast Regional - Room C
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.
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional
Drop in to get FREE assistance with library technology without an appointment.
Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Start the school year strong by stopping by the library and meeting the staff! For middle-school and high-school students, and their parents.
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Conference Room B
Join your fellow spell casters for Magic: The Gathering games at Highlands Regional Library in Conference Room B! Players of all skill levels are welcome, and first-time players will receive all they need to learn and play their first match.
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
Put your puzzle solving skills to the test with this Escape Room in a Box! Can you uncover the mysteries that will let you into the Breakout Box? This activity is designed for ages 12 to 17.
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Westbrook Branch
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.
Mon, Aug 10, 4:15pm - 6:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside to watch a movie! All ages welcome.
Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Magazine Galley
Join us each Monday in the Children's Area to learn the basics of chess or to play against other players!
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
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.
Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Take a quick trip into the uncanny valley with us! For busy readers who love everything edgy, eerie, and extraterrestrial.
Tue, Aug 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library - Terry Children's Theater
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
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.
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Hightower Children's Art Room
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.
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
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.
Tue, Aug 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 12:30pm
Tue, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
South Mandarin Branch
Join us in the Children’s department before or after the Little Readers program to make and take a fun craft relating to today’s story time.
Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
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.
Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Start the school year strong by stopping by the library and meeting the staff! For middle-school and high-school students, and their parents.
Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Conference Room A
Bring your crochet hooks to Highlands! Whether you are a pro or a novice, we welcome you to join us and share tips and tricks. We will supply yarn and small projects for you to complete, or you can bring your own project. If you don't know how to crochet we will teach you!
Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Children's Area
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.
Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Come in and read to JC our trained therapy dog. Bring your favorite book, or read one of ours. He is an excellent listener!
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
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.
Tue, Aug 11, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Are you ready to enter the Spiderverse? Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to play live action Spiderman themed games and challenges. Then design your own Spiderverse! (For ages 12–17)
Tue, Aug 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Children's Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Aug 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Join us for beginner-friendly party minigames on the Nintendo Switch! We will be playing minigames from Mario Party: Jamboree and/or Mario Kart. Controllers will be provided but feel free to bring your own! This event is intended for participants aged 7-12 and their families.
Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Drop in at South Mandarin Branch Library to play board games featuring new and old favorites! While here, grab a snack and have some fun with friends or make some new ones!
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
Life Labs are free workshops offered by trained professionals and volunteers that focus on improving your day to day life. These programs cover a wide range of workshops from gardening to small business needs. No need to bring anything but yourself to participate!
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Whether you can name every Robin from memory or you liked that one episode of Watchmen on HBO, the Comic Club is here for you!