Life Lab: Genealogy Workshop on Census Record
Intro to African American Genealogy with C. Ann Staley
2025-10-20 13:00:00
2025-10-20 15:00:00
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Life Lab: Genealogy Workshop on Census Record
In this 2-hour workshop on U.S. Federal Census (Population & Slave Schedules), C. Ann Staley, CG®, CGL® introduces you to using census records to help research your ancestors, including those who may have been enslaved. 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! The Jacksonville Public Library offers excellent resources for genealogical research for use in the library and/or from home.
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Monday, October 20
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch
Meeting RoomIn this 2-hour workshop on U.S. Federal Census (Population & Slave Schedules), C. Ann Staley, CG®, CGL® introduces you to using census records to help research your ancestors, including those who may have been enslaved. 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! The Jacksonville Public Library offers excellent resources for genealogical research for use in the library and/or from home.
About: Census records are one of the first sources that researchers go to for establishing family groups and residences. While readily available, they are not, however, always easy to use –- but they are so fun to use! Join us as we explore the various schedules available to us. In this introduction to census records, we will discuss:
- What they are and why we use them
- U.S. Census Records available
- Census Day and why it is important
- Raising awareness of potential concerns
- Census indexes and the use of the Soundex system
- Getting creative in index searching
- Census strategies to help us further your research
- How to find the census records
- Hands-on interactive participation in a case study
C. Ann Staley, CG®, CGL® is an educator and consultant. She is kept busy as the Membership Chair of the Genealogical Speakers Guild; as a volunteer of the Florida State Genealogical Society; and being on the faculty of The International Institute for Genealogical Studies. She has been an associate of the Board for Certification of Genealogists since 2000.
Ann is also the compiler of the Jacksonville Genealogical Society, Inc. Quarterly Full Name Index, Volumes 1 through 4, 1973 through 1976, the author of articles for the NGS Magazine, author of Researching American Court Records, and the co-author of the NGS Research in the States Series: Florida.
She has studied at the National Institute on Genealogical Research (NIGR) in Washington, D.C.; the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama; and the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG) in Salt Lake City, Utah. She has also been a faculty member of IGHR.
Her specialties are Methodology, Research Sources, Computer Resources, Vital Records and their Sources, and Conference Planning. Ann is a member of the National Genealogical Society, Association of Professional Genealogists, Genealogical Speakers Guild, and the Florida State Genealogical Society.
This program is made possible by a grant from the Mellon Foundation.
Registration is required for this event, and 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.
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 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History and Genealogy |
TAGS: | mellon grant | life lit | Life Lab | Genealogy | Family History | African American Genealogy | adult programs |
Dallas Graham Branch
Phone: (904) 255-2665
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Fri, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Come join us to create awesome things out of legos!
Fri, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Westbrook Branch
Come and join Miss Alana for a fun art activity, every Friday at 4:00 P.M. Paper, pencils, pens, markers, paint, and other matierlas may be used depending on that day's focus.
Fri, Sep 18, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at the Brown Eastside Branch for a game of bingo and a chance to win prizes! All ages welcome.
Fri, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
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, Sep 18, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Are you ready to prove your spy skills by uncovering the mole before they blow your cover and compete in minute-to win-it style spy challenges? Join us for a Spy X Family themed program and become a part of our exclusive teen spy academy. (For ages 12–17)
Sat, Sep 19, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Zine/Local Author Collection
Join comic book creators to discuss the craft of comics.
Sat, Sep 19, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Main Library
Jacksonville Public Library's big annual book bash returns with New York Times bestselling authors John Patrick Green, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, and Emma Straub as well as 120+ local authors.
Sat, Sep 19, 9:30am - 12:30pm
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, Sep 19, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Main Library - 2 West
Join in on the "bookish" fun Jax Book Fest has to offer. Bedazzle a book cover. Bring your own book; craft supplies provided.
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Department
John Patrick Green is a human with the human job of making books about animals with human jobs, notably the smash-hit graphic novel series InvestiGators. John is definitely a multiple New York Times-bestselling human author and not just a bunch of animals in a trench coat pretending to have a human job. With over four million copies of InvestiGators in print, John is a successful human being with only two hands and a normal amount of fur. He lives in a Brooklyn apartment that doesn't allow animals other than the ones living in his head.
This event is full
Sat, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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!
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library
Augusta Savage, Al Held, Kathryn Freeman, Lee Adams, Jerry Uelsmann. Do you know that works by these artists and many more are on permanent display at the Main Library? Come take a 45-minute docent-led tour and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Sat, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Come and join us while stitching your current project!
Sat, Sep 19, 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!
Sat, Sep 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Study Room D
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.
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Hicks Auditorium
Jennifer Lynn Barnes is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-five acclaimed young adult novels, including the Inheritance Games Saga, the Debutantes series, The Lovely and the Lost, and the Naturals series. Jen is also a Fulbright Scholar with advanced degrees in psychology, psychiatry, and cognitive science. She received her PhD from Yale University in 2012 and was a professor of psychology and professional writing for many years.
This event is full
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Unleash your creativity and drop in to make a zine - a miniature handmade magazine. All materials will be provided.
Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Webb Children's Green Room
Come meet LG, a therapy dog who loves to listen to children read. Bring the kids and let them practice their reading skills one-on-one with a patient and loving therapy dog. For children ages 5-12 accompanied by an adult.
Sat, Sep 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
University Park Branch - Center for Adult Learning Classroom
Cautionary Tales book club explores science fiction, horror, and thrillers with a slant towards cautionary tales. The club will delve into the frightening nature of horror stories, the cautionary aspects of many science fiction stories, and the page turning events within thriller novels.
Sat, Sep 19, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Main Library
Augusta Savage, Al Held, Kathryn Freeman, Lee Adams, Jerry Uelsmann. Do you know that works by these artists and many more are on permanent display at the Main Library? Come take a 45-minute docent-led tour and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Drop in anytime between 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. to play a game of chess. All ages and all skill levels are welcome!
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Create something new or bring your works in progress.
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Maxville Branch - Multipurpose Room
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, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
The San Marco Library's Novel Pursuits Book Club will travel to wherever our fiction collection takes it. Join us the third Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. for some Novel Pursuits.
Sat, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
Join us as we craft thoughtfully, using recyclable materials and our imaginations. All materials are provided.
Sat, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Hicks Auditorium
Emma Straub is a New York Times-bestselling author and Guggenheim Fellow whose novels—including This Time Tomorrow and All Adults Here—have made her a favorite among readers worldwide. With her signature humor and emotional insight, Straub explores reinvention, family, friendship, and the unexpected turns that shape who we become. On stage, she brings wit and warmth to conversations about her blockbuster novels and modern life, leaving audiences laughing and reflecting.
Sat, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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!
Sat, Sep 19, 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
Sat, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join the fun and excitement with arts, crafts, and games for youth, ages 5 to 18, (S) 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. No registration required.
Sat, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Come and learn about Pokémon. Play, trade, and talk about Pokémon
Sat, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Park Branch - Center for Adult Learning Classroom
Do you have an interest in watching or drawing manga and anime? Are you looking for a place to talk/share with others about your favorite series? Come to the M.A.C. (Manga & Anime Club)! This activity is for ages 12 and up.
Mon, Sep 21, 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 20 2026 at 10:00am
Mon, Sep 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Auditorium
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, Sep 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Mon, Sep 21, 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!
Mon, Sep 21, 10:15am - 10:55am
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.
Mon, Sep 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Auditorium
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, Sep 21, 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!
Mon, Sep 21, 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, September 20 2026 at 11:00am
Mon, Sep 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
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.
Mon, Sep 21, 11:15am - 11:55am
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.
Mon, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Interested in giving back to your community? Join Community Hospice & Palliative Care's Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer, at the Beaches Library to learn more about the organization and the many rewarding volunteer opportunities available. Whether you have a few hours a month or more time to share, there's a meaningful way to make a difference. Stop by, ask questions, and discover how you can bring comfort and support to patients and their families. We look forward to meeting you!
Mon, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional
Drop in to get FREE assistance with library technology without an appointment.
Mon, Sep 21, 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!
Mon, Sep 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Children's Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Mon, Sep 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Department
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!
Mon, Sep 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Mon, Sep 21, 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 are welcome with adult supervision.
Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch
The therapy dogs who visit the libraries love to listen to children read or talk about books. Bring your own book, or choose one of ours. This event is for children ages 5-12 years old with an adult caregiver.
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Department
Do you crochet? Knit? Cross-stitch? Or any other number of fun crafts? Would you want to learn to crochet or just vibe with others while working on said craft? Well, come join us at the Regency Branch Library! Bring your own craft or learn with the library’s crochet hooks and yarn?
Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Conference Room A
Join your fellow spell casters for Magic: The Gathering games at Highlands Regional Library in Conference Room A! Players of all skill levels are welcome, and first-time players will receive all they need to learn and play their first match.
Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Join us each Monday in the Children's Area to learn the basics of chess or to play against other players!
Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Branch - Activity Room
Think you know pop culture? Step up, answer fast, and compete in action-packed trivia rounds about cartoons, video games, books, weird history, and mythological lore to see who comes out on top. Test your wits, outsmart your friends, and become the ultimate fan by creating holographic stickers. (For ages 12–17)
Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside to read to Kiwi, a certified therapy dog! Participation is first come, first served.
Mon, Sep 21, 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, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
Kickstart your family's week with imagination and whimsy at the South Mandarin Branch Library! Drop in for a craft inspired by our staff's favorite picture books!
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 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 21 2026 at 12:30pm
Tue, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
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, Sep 22, 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
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Argyle Branch - Children's Area
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.
Tue, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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.
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Flex your creativity muscles and join us in this Lego making activity! Designs will be displayed and featured in our Children's Library! For ages 5-12 (under 8 with a caregiver).
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Westbrook Branch
A hybrid series for customers of all ages. Explore and learn through multiple mediums.
Topics may include but are not limited to: Perler beads, gem bedazzling, and seasonal projects. Customers are also welcome to bring in their own projects to work on independently. Every Tuesday at 4 p.m.
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Tue, Sep 22, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Think you know pop culture? Step up, answer fast, and compete in action-packed trivia rounds about cartoons, video games, books, weird history, and mythological lore to see who comes out on top. Test your wits, outsmart your friends, and become the ultimate fan by creating holographic stickers. (For ages 12–17)
Tue, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Drop-in after school to make a fun holiday craft pop-up Sukkah card.
Tue, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area
Join us in the Teen Corner for a craft night! Bring your own crafts or join in with ours. Supplies will be available. This is completely free to all teens!
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maxville Branch - Multipurpose Room
Whether you’re an avid reader or struggle to find the time to complete just one book, we welcome you to attend Shelf Conscious! Join us the fourth Tuesday of every month at our Maxville Branch Library book club where we explore various fiction and nonfiction titles and chat about our selection of the month. We’d love to see you!
Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Learn about a variety of financial topics from PNC Bank. General information is provided.
Tue, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
The Beaches Library’s Flamingo Book Club is spreading their wings and are now reading a diverse selection of fiction, non-fiction, and some Florida based literature.
Wed, Sep 23, 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 22 2026 at 10:00am
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Auditorium
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. The program is structured to support children’s early learning and healthy development while creating a supportive community for the parents and caregivers! We will sing songs, tell stories, create art, and play! All Are Welcome! This program is presented by the Early Learning Coalition and Help Me Grow Clay, Duval, and Nassau.
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
Join us on Wednesdays 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 program is offered and made possible by the generous support of the Friends of South Mandarin Library.
Attendance is limited and is first-come first-served. Please arrive 15-minutes early to check in. Library card required.
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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!
Wed, Sep 23, 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, September 22 2026 at 11:00am
Bookmobile Book Giveaway Mayor's Event - Animal Care and Protective Services / 2020 Forest St, 32204
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Wed, Sep 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
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.
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Are you a knitter? Interested in learning how to knit? Come hang out with us at the Beaches Branch Library’s Conference room! Feel free to bring your current project, and any basic questions you may have! There are limited supplies available, however you may need to bring your own. Recommended supplies to bring are size 8 knitting needles and any worsted weight yarn. Knitters of all skill levels are welcome!
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Highlands Regional - Auditorium
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.
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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!
Wed, Sep 23, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
Think you know pop culture? Step up, answer fast, and compete in action-packed trivia rounds about cartoons, video games, books, weird history, and mythological lore to see who comes out on top. Test your wits, outsmart your friends, and become the ultimate fan by creating holographic stickers. (For ages 12–17)
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join the fun and excitement with arts, crafts, and games for youth, ages 5 to 18,
(W) 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. No registration required.
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Community 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.
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin 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.
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Learn how to make a zine - a handmade miniature magazine!
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project every week!
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Public Meeting Space
Meet up with other teens and tweens at Jacksonville Public Library and create your own pixel Perler Bead art! Supplies and templates will be available. Just bring your creativity! (For ages 9+)
Cancelled
Wed, Sep 23, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch
Ready to test your money smarts? Join us for a fast, high-energy trivia showdown where you guess, learn, and win your way through surprising questions about saving, spending, and making money. It’s fun, competitive, and totally interactive! Discover secrets to making smarter choices, and prove you’ve got what it takes to think like a financial pro. Think quick. Play big. Learn smart. Are you ready to hit the buzzer?
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
Do you love comics and graphic novels? If so, this drop-in activity is for you! Learn how to make your own comics and have fun with friends while you create. Ages 5+.
Wed, Sep 23, 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.