Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville
Civil War to Civil Rights
Saturday, March 08
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Multipurpose Room 1, 2 and 3Come and celebrate our nation’s history as the Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville performs music from Copland to Johnson that helped mark our path towards civil rights!
Come and celebrate our nation’s history as the Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville performs music from Copland to Johnson that helped mark our path towards civil rights!
Dr. Marguerite Richardson, conductor
Repertoire:
Aaron Copland - Lincoln Portrait
James W. Johnson & John R. Johnson - Lift Every Voice and Sing
Margaret Bonds - Montgomery Variations (Selections)
James P. Johnson - Harlem Symphony
AGE GROUP: | Families | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History and Genealogy |
TAGS: | Black History | African American History |
Main Library
Phone: (904) 255-2665
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| Mon, Aug 03 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Tue, Aug 04 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 05 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 06 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 07 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 08 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Aug 09 | Closed |
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Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Willow Branch - Children's Area
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Thu, Aug 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
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Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Bloom into creativity by making your very own flower bookmark! Use colorful felt flowers, buttons, and your imagination to create a one-of-a-kind keepsake that's perfect for marking your place in your favorite book.
Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
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Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches 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.
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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Bradham and Brooks Branch
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Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
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Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
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Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
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San Marco Branch - Children's Department
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University Park Branch - Children's Area
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Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
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Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
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Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
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Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
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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
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Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Non-Fiction Window
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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.
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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
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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
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Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
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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.
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Create something new or bring your works in progress.
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Room
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Sat, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Maxville Branch - Public Area
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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!
Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
Meet new friends and learn about library resources as we play games like bidwhist, spades, bridge, and more.
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, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
Join us for a chance to explore your creativity and learn a new craft. All materials provided. No registration required.
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.
This event is full
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 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, August 11 2026 at 10:00am
Wed, Aug 12, 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!
Wed, Aug 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story 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!
Wed, Aug 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
West Branch - Non-Fiction Window
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 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!
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 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.
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - 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.
This event is full
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story 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!
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
University Park Branch - Children's 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.
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - Non-Fiction Window
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 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 Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 11:00am
Wed, Aug 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
Preschoolers and their families are invited to join us for stories songs, and fingerplays while we explore our Traveling Tales Collection. Participants will learn how to use this excellent preschool resource at home.
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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!
Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch
For bookworms ages 12 - 17. Stop by the Teen Area to chat about what you're currently reading - and get recommendations from library staff!
Wed, Aug 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
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)
Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Children's 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.
Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin 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.
Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Children's 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!
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
If your little one is in need of some fun and creativity, "Bored? Build!" is the perfect solution! Join us for a hands-on activity where kids can dive into a world of imagination. From building with Legos to creating exciting structures with building squares and more. This is the place to let their creativity run wild. Bring your young builder and watch them create, explore, and play!
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Puppet Theater
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.
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project every week!
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Murray Hill library to pick up this month's Reading Dragon, trade with friends, make your own cards, and play the card game! Reading Dragons are understood best by school ages and up.
Wed, Aug 12, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Have some tea you need to spill? Join us at Brown Eastside for a relaxing hour of coloring, card games, and tea drinking. All materials provided.
Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
This is a live play campaign where players can participate in a story ran by library staff.
Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Park Branch - Children's Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Aug 12, 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.
Thu, Aug 13, 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, August 12 2026 at 10:00am
Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Willow 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Drop-in and join other toddlers at the library to play!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - 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?
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Willow 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Bring whatever craft project you are working on, knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, etc., and join us to Sit and Stitch
Thu, Aug 13, 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, August 12 2026 at 12:30pm
Thu, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Magazine Galley
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.
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Room 124 E-Classroom
Introduction to the various small business resources provided by the Library.
This event is full
Thu, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Southeast Regional
Stop by to read with Queen!
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
Join us for a craft in the afternoon.
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Argyle Branch - Teen Area
Make your own magnets to decorate your new school locker!
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's 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.
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Children's 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!
Thu, Aug 13, 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.
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room C
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)
Rescheduled
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Wednesday, August 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
Join us at the Murray Hill library to pick up this month's Reading Dragon, trade with friends, make your own cards, and play the card game! Reading Dragons are understood best by school ages and up.
Thu, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Aug 13, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Come join us for a variety of art projects. Ages 12 - 18. All supplies included. Come have some fun!
Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Highlands Regional - E-Classroom
Get one-on-one help with a technology-related question or problem. Please bring your library card and any tech device you're having trouble with. No appointment required.
Thu, Aug 13, 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.