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Life Lab: Workforce Readiness and Personal Branding

with FSO Technology Consulting
2025-03-03 18:30:00 2025-03-03 19:30:00 America/New_York Life Lab: Workforce Readiness and Personal Branding In this workshop, we will explore how we might choose or further our career paths, and how building our "personal brand" can help us achieve success in our careers. Bradham and Brooks Branch - Community Room

Monday, March 03
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-03 18:30:00 2025-03-03 19:30:00 America/New_York Life Lab: Workforce Readiness and Personal Branding In this workshop, we will explore how we might choose or further our career paths, and how building our "personal brand" can help us achieve success in our careers. Bradham and Brooks Branch - Community Room

Bradham and Brooks Branch

Community Room

In this workshop, we will explore how we might choose or further our career paths, and how building our "personal brand" can help us achieve success in our careers.

Register to save your seat. Registration must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN are required for registration. If you do not have a card, click HERE to obtain one.

Registered seats may be forfeited at start of program. 

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at (904) 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.

AGE GROUP: | Families | Adults | 50+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills | Careers and Jobs |

TAGS: | life lit | life lab | adult programs |

Bradham and Brooks Branch
Phone: (904) 255-2665
Hours
We're closed Monday September 01
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Tue, Sep 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Drop In! Bring Your Own Craft
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Bring whatever craft you're working on, whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery or paper flowers! Stop by and chat!
GED Test Prep - New Student Registration Intake Appointment - GED Intakes
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Room 124 E-Classroom
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, 5th of September 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.
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CareerSource - CareerSource
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Auditorium
CareerSource Florida is the statewide workforce policy and investment board. Our partners include the Department of Economic Opportunity, 24 local workforce development boards and 100 career centers throughout Florida. Together, we help connect businesses with the talented workforce and training needed to succeed and grow.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mandarin Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Fri, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
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 is now closed
Play Dough Play Time
Fri, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Come and explore the many benefits and learning opportunities that come along with the fun of playing with play dough. This activity is for children ages 1-5. Online registration is recommended as seating is limited. Register at jaxpubliclibrary.org.
Registration is now closed
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 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!
Teen Lab: LEGO Adventure (ages 12-17)
Fri, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Ready to take your LEGO building to the next level? This 5-week lab is designed for teens ages 12-17 who are looking to let their imagination run wild! Join us on our journey to a war-torn Neverland, where Peter Pan is gone and the Lost Boys have been killed! Tink’s beleaguered fairy army will need our creativity and innovation to reconstruct the island's defenses around its age-defying magic!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Drop-in Little Crafters
Fri, Sep 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
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.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Fri, Sep 05, 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 is now closed
Drop-In Scrabble Club
Fri, Sep 05, 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!
Drop-in Lego Freestyle Friday - Every week at Maxville Library
Fri, Sep 05, 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.
Drop-In Puzzle Club
Fri, Sep 05, 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.
Drop-In: Tween & Teen Writing Club
Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
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.
TAB: Team Avatar (Ages 12-17)
Fri, Sep 05, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Could you be a member of Team Avatar? Come join other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to journey through the four nations and discover which bending ability you’d master.
Drop-In Saturday Morning Cartooning - Meet comics creators and share your work
Sat, Sep 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Zine/Local Author Collection
Join comic book creators to discuss the craft of comics
Drop-in Children's Craft
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Join us for a fun and easy craft while supplies last. All ages are welcome.
Writer's Lab: Authors Creating Community Impact - with the Authors Roundtable
Sat, Sep 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Conference Level Learning Space,Virtual Room 2
Get the author's story behind the story. Authors participate in educational forums, workshops, classes, and events. All genres are welcome to share in the uplift and development of personal growth as an author.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Sep 06, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Sep 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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!
Drop-In Tech Help
Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brentwood Branch - Second Floor Meeting Space
Have trouble navigating your mobile device? Want to learn basic computer skills? Need to practice your typing? Join us at Brentwood for an hour of digital literacy. Bring your own device or use one of our computers.
Drop-In: Needlework Meetup
Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Come and join us while stitching your current project!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Sep 06, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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!
Drop-in: Read with Stormy - Ages 5 - 12
Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Willow Branch - Children's Area
Stormy is a certified therapy dog who loves children and books!
Read with a Ranger (ages 5-12)
Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Join a National Park Service Ranger for an exciting new adventure! In this fun and interactive program, kids will explore the wonders of the outdoors, discover fascinating animals and plants, and learn about the importance of protecting our natural resources. With hands-on activities and storytelling, young adventurers will gain a deeper appreciation for the environment and history in Jacksonville.
River City Readers Bookmobile - Galaxy Fest
Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Explore the River City Readers Bookmobile and get a free book to keep for your child’s home library! Galaxy Fest is a science festival for girls of color in our community, which will provide them with the opportunity to engage with women STEM professionals, and a STEM learning environment. Includes science shows, hands-on-experiments, robots .
Drop-In Chess
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Drop in anytime between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. to play a game of chess. All ages and all skill levels are welcome!
Drop-in: Teen Tabletop - Kids on Bikes - Ages 12-18
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
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!
Drop-In STEM Day
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside for our monthly STEM challenge! This month we will be celebrating National Coffee Day and National Playdough Day by making pumpkin spice latte scented playdough! All materials provided.
Drop-In Board Games
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Study Room 126
For Teens Ages 12-18 Only: Come in and enjoy prizes and board games. Test your strategic skills and meet other board game fans.
Drop-In! Crafternoon - Today's Craft: Spanish Fan
Sat, Sep 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Attention all budding crafters: Join us during select Saturday afternoons for an enjoyable surprise craft! All materials are provided.
Drop-in Chess
Sat, Sep 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
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.
Drop-in Family Game Time - Every week at Maxville Library
Sat, Sep 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
Drop-In Saturdays - Saturday Fun
Sat, Sep 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Arts and crafts, and games for youth, ages 5 to 18. No registration required. Programs for the month of September are: 9/6 - Jeopardy; 9/20 - Paper Marbling
Drop-in: Game Time - a Pablo Creek Event
Sat, Sep 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Enjoy various tabletop and TCGs with friends both old and new
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Mon, Sep 08, 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, September 7 2025 at 10:00am
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 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!
Sensory Friendly Storytime (ages 2-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Highlands Regional - Auditorium
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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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!
Baby Storytime (birth - 12 months)
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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.
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Mon, Sep 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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, September 7 2025 at 12:30pm
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting 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!
Sit and Stitch - Drop-In Needlework Class
Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Highlands Regional - Conference Room B
Stop by and sit for a bit as we work on all sort of needlework; from sewing, to embroidery, to cross stitch.
Ben 10 Alien Mashup (ages 9+)
Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Join us for an epic battle with Ben 10 aliens, solve the mystery of the missing grandpa, and unleash your creativity with an extraterrestrial art challenge!
Superman – Villains and Heroes Unite! (recommended for ages 6-9)
Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Superman doesn’t always work alone. Even superheroes sometimes need help from sidekicks, allies, and teammates. But what happens when even that isn’t enough to tackle the biggest challenges facing the Earth? Create your own super-mask and prepare for a space battle of epic proportions with a paper ball fight uniting superheroes and supervillains! This program is for families, so everyone is welcome, but you may find today’s activities better suited for ages 6-9!
Ben 10 Alien Mashup (ages 9+)
Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
Join us for an epic battle with Ben 10 aliens, solve the mystery of the missing grandpa, and unleash your creativity with an extraterrestrial art challenge!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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.
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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.
TAB: An Epic Journey (ages 12-17)
Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - Room 111
Do you love a good adventure story? One with monster-trouncing, enchantress-encountering and death-defying actions? Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to share your pro tips as you travel back in time to step into the shoes of Odysseus in ancient Greece! (For ages 12-17)
Drop-In: D&D Character Creation
Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
Join us in the Regency Library Storytime Room to learn how to create your own Dungeons and Dragons character! Beginner and expert players are welcome! (Ages 12-18)
Drop-In! Monday Madness
Mon, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Children ages 12 and under are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of crafting. No registration required - just drop on in anytime between 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Drop-In and Learn Chess - Learn the basics of chess - Learn the basics of chess
Mon, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Join us each Monday at 4:30 in the Children's Area to learn the basics of chess.
Life Lab: Fall Gardening Tips for Northeast Florida - with UF-IFAS Extension Duval County
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Southeast Regional - Room B
Come to the Southeast Regional Library to learn how to make the most of your time for gardening and landscaping during the Fall season.
Zine Collab Drop-In
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
Drop-in Origami Club - at Maxville Branch Library
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maxville Branch - Public Area
Explore and learn the art of paper folding! Master the art of transforming paper sheets into animals, planes, and so much more.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
Sensory Friendly Storytime (ages 2-5)
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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.
Drop-In and Read to Therapy Dog George - Children's Study Room 229
Tue, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
Visit the Children's Department to give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with George, a trained Labradoodle Therapy Dog. George loves listening to kids read! Registration at the Children's Reference Desk is first-come, first-served as time allows.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Tue, Sep 09, 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, September 8 2025 at 12:30pm
Drop-In Craft and Chat - Autumn Series
Tue, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Magazine Galley
Drop-in a craft and chat, every Tuesday! Supplies courtesy of the Friends of the Mandarin Branch Library.
Breath Centric Chair Yoga for All - Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Event
Tue, Sep 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
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
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Drop-in Technology Tuesday - Digital Library Services
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
Drop-in: Strike! (Ages 9-17)
Tue, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Duel to the bitter end in this dice-rolling arena tabletop game! Win by luck or skillful dice throws to claim victory over your friend. For ages 9 - 17.
Drop-In Crochet Sessions
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
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.
Ben 10 Alien Mashup (ages 9+)
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for an epic battle with Ben 10 aliens, solve the mystery of the missing grandpa, and unleash your creativity with an extraterrestrial art challenge!
Ben 10 Alien Mashup (ages 9+)
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Join us for an epic battle with Ben 10 aliens, solve the mystery of the missing grandpa, and unleash your creativity with an extraterrestrial art challenge!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
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.
Drop-in: Intro to Tarot Card Reading
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
Learn about the four suits of the tarot, the major arcana, and the influence of numerology and astrology on card interpretation. Flex your intuition & learn to do a few simple spreads.
Read with Sadie
Tue, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
Come read with Sadie! Drop in and give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
TAB: An Epic Journey (ages 12-17)
Tue, Sep 09, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Do you love a good adventure story? One with monster-trouncing, enchantress-encountering and death-defying actions? Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to share your pro tips as you travel back in time to step into the shoes of Odysseus in ancient Greece! (For ages 12-17)
Drop-in: Game Day for Teens
Tue, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
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!
Drop-In: Game On!
Tue, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Join the staff of Bradham and Brooks Library for some game time. Have fun playing board games during our weekly, drop-in activity! We provide the board games - you provide the competitors! We look forward to seeing you!
Comic Club Graphic Novel Book Club - Willow Branch Library
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
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!
Life Lab: Attract Wildlife - with UF/IFAS Extension Duval County
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Life Lab: Right Plant, Right Place - with UF/IFAS Extension, Duval County
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with FREE help from local, trained professionals!
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Wed, Sep 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 Tuesday, September 9 2025 at 10:00am
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Argyle Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beaches Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
West Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Drop-In! Travelling Tales Adventure
Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Multipurpose Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join us as we explore Jacksonville Public Library's Travelling Tales with read aloud demonstrations. Learn about this great resource while enjoying a morning of stories, songs, and fingerplays.
Drop-In: Art Cart
Wed, Sep 10, 10:40am - 11:00am
Regency Square Branch - Children's Department
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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Argyle Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch - Community 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!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open 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.
Sensory Friendly Storytime (ages 2-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Community 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.
This event is full
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Wed, Sep 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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 Tuesday, September 9 2025 at 12:30pm
Drop-in Technology Wednesday
Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room D
Drop in to get FREE assistance without an appointment.
Drop-In Crafts - Craft Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Arts and crafts activities for youth, ages 5 to 18. No registration required. Programs for the month of September are: 9/10 - Mini Chalk Art; 9/24 - Sponge Art
Drop-In Game Day for Teens
Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Meeting Room B
From dicey decisions to card chaos, it’s game on at the Webb Wesconnett Library. Bring your A-game—and maybe a friend or three! Meet up with other teens and play a variety of board games.
Drop-in Teen Art Club
Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project!
Drop-in Photography
Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
Did you get a new camera and need advice on how to use it? Confused about your phone's camera settings? Ask all your photography questions, no matter how simple or advanced. Bring your phone or camera with you. Plus, find out about professional photo tutorials we offer through LinkedIn Learning and Kanopy.
Sewing For Sensory Needs - A Drop-In Self-Accommodation Skills Lab
Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Highlands Regional - Conference Room B
Come to this lab to learn basic hand sewing skills like how to make your own basic clothing alterations and repairs.
Better Business Planning - UNF Small Business Development Center
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Room 124 E-Classroom
Life Labs are free workshops offered by trained professionals and volunteers that focus on improving your day-to-day life. These programs will focus on your small business needs. No need to bring anything but yourself to participate!
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Thu, Sep 11, 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 Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 10:00am
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beaches Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Willow Branch - Meeting 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Argyle 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!
Drop-in Toddler Play Time - Drop-in and join other toddlers at play
Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Drop-In and join other toddlers and their caregivers as they play with musical instruments, puzzles, and other age appropriate toys
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Maxville Branch - Multipurpose 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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!
Teen Lab: LEGO Adventure (ages 12-17)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Ready to take your LEGO building to the next level? This 5-week lab is designed for teens ages 12-17 who are looking to let their imagination run wild! Join us on our journey to a war-torn Neverland, where Peter Pan is gone and the Lost Boys have been killed! Tink’s beleaguered fairy army will need our creativity and innovation to reconstruct the island's defenses around its age-defying magic!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Willow Branch - Meeting 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Argyle 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Sep 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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!
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Thu, Sep 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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 Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 12:30pm
As The Page Turns Book Club - Mandarin Branch Library
Thu, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
This book club is for readers who are looking for something new to read. As The Page Turns challenges you to explore mysteries, historical fiction, romance, science fiction and so much more! All you need to do is turn the page! Registration is required.
Superman – Villains and Heroes Unite! (recommended for ages 6-9)
Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
Superman doesn’t always work alone. Even superheroes sometimes need help from sidekicks, allies, and teammates. But what happens when even that isn’t enough to tackle the biggest challenges facing the Earth? Create your own super-mask and prepare for a space battle of epic proportions with a paper ball fight uniting superheroes and supervillains! This program is for families, so everyone is welcome, but you may find today’s activities better suited for ages 6-9!
Drop-in and Read to Therapy Dog Queen
Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
Stop by to read with Queen!
Blackout Poetry
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Argyle Branch - Teen Area
Look for poetry in a page full of words using only a sharpie!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
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.
Ben 10 Alien Mashup (ages 9+)
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Join us for an epic battle with Ben 10 aliens, solve the mystery of the missing grandpa, and unleash your creativity with an extraterrestrial art challenge!
Ben 10 Alien Mashup (ages 9+)
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Join us for an epic battle with Ben 10 aliens, solve the mystery of the missing grandpa, and unleash your creativity with an extraterrestrial art challenge!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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.
TAB: An Epic Journey (ages 12-17)
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room C
Do you love a good adventure story? One with monster-trouncing, enchantress-encountering and death-defying actions? Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to share your pro tips as you travel back in time to step into the shoes of Odysseus in ancient Greece! (For ages 12-17)
Drop-In Teen Art
Thu, Sep 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Ages 12 - 18 yrs. All supplies included. A variety of fun projects. Come join us!
Tangled Webb Book Club
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Meeting Room C
Do you enjoy talking with others about books you've read? We read and chat about a variety of fiction titles. Tangled Webb Book Club will meet on the second Thursday of the month.
Drop In! Bring Your Own Craft
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Bring whatever craft you're working on, whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery or paper flowers! Stop by and chat!
CareerSource - CareerSource
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Auditorium
CareerSource Florida is the statewide workforce policy and investment board. Our partners include the Department of Economic Opportunity, 24 local workforce development boards and 100 career centers throughout Florida. Together, we help connect businesses with the talented workforce and training needed to succeed and grow.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mandarin Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Fri, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
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 Thursday, September 11 2025 at 10:30am
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Community 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 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!
Teen Lab: LEGO Adventure (ages 12-17)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Ready to take your LEGO building to the next level? This 5-week lab is designed for teens ages 12-17 who are looking to let their imagination run wild! Join us on our journey to a war-torn Neverland, where Peter Pan is gone and the Lost Boys have been killed! Tink’s beleaguered fairy army will need our creativity and innovation to reconstruct the island's defenses around its age-defying magic!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
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!
Baby Storytime (birth - 12 months)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
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.
Drop-in Little Crafters
Fri, Sep 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
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.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Fri, Sep 12, 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, September 11 2025 at 11:30am
Drop-In Scrabble Club
Fri, Sep 12, 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!
Drop-in & Read Books with Billy, the Therapy Dog! - Ages 5+
Fri, Sep 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
University Park Branch
Reading shouldn't be a chore. Reading to our therapy dog, Billy, makes reading a fun adventure! Come meet Billy and practice your reading skills. (Ages under 8 with caregiver)
Drop-In: Lego Fun!
Fri, Sep 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Join us and have fun with Legos!
Drop-in Legos
Fri, Sep 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Do you love Legos? So do we! Drop-in and join other kids who love these ever popular plastic bricks. Legos will be provided. Ages 5-12 but younger children will be welcome with adult supervision.
Drop-in Lego Freestyle Friday - Every week at Maxville Library
Fri, Sep 12, 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.
Drop-In: Read with Kiwi the Therapy Dog
Fri, Sep 12, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
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. Registration recommended. Walk-ins are first come, first serve.
TAB: An Epic Journey (ages 12-17)
Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
Do you love a good adventure story? One with monster-trouncing, enchantress-encountering and death-defying actions? Meet up with other teens at the Jacksonville Public Library to share your pro tips as you travel back in time to step into the shoes of Odysseus in ancient Greece! (For ages 12-17)
Drop-in: Teen Bingo
Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Multipurpose Room
Win prizes! Have fun! @ our Teen Bingo drop-in activity. For ages 13-18.
Rescheduled
Drop-In: Tween & Teen Writing Club
Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Friday, September 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
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.
Drop-In: The LEGO Club
Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A
Love LEGO? Flex your creative muscles and join us for LEGO Club. LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every meeting we will have a challenge to spark our imaginations, and we'll also have plenty of time for free building. LEGO Club is best for kids ages 5 and up. There are small pieces at this program and is not suitable for children under 5.
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