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Register 15 Seats Remaining

Life Lab: Native Gardening

with UF Extension Office
2025-08-30 12:00:00 2025-08-30 13:00:00 America/New_York Life Lab: Native Gardening Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with FREE help from local, trained professionals! South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B

Saturday, August 30
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-30 12:00:00 2025-08-30 13:00:00 America/New_York Life Lab: Native Gardening Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with FREE help from local, trained professionals! South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B

South Mandarin Branch

Community Room A&B

Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with FREE help from local, trained professionals!

About: Using native, rather than alien plants, enhances the conservation of soil and water plus ensures a low-maintenance and sustainable garden.

UF Extension Office Mission: Our mission is to continually enhance the quality of life for a unified Jacksonville through strengthening decision making, knowledge application, economic security, environmental care and leadership skills for all citizens.

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: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills |

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

South Mandarin Branch
Phone: (904) 255-2665
Hours
Mon, Aug 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 Closed
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Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Wed, Aug 06, 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 is now closed
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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 Artists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Sensory Friendly Storytime (ages 2-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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.
Registration is now closed
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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 Scientists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
University Park Branch - 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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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 is now closed
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Wed, Aug 06, 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!
Drop-in Technology Wednesday
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room D
Drop in to get FREE assistance without an appointment.
Drop-In Minute to Win It
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us as we wrap up the summer with a series of Minute to Win It games!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle 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.
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin 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.
STEAM & Stories (ages 5-12)
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - Community Room A&B
Join us for a Viking adventure, create your own helmet, and battle to collect the best plunder! Each STEAM and Stories is an opportunity for your child to engage with their peers, enjoy a good story, and unleash their imagination with themed games and crafts. For ages 5-12.
Unicorns: An Unexpected Villain (ages 9+)
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Join our quest by creating your own character, collecting magical items, and battling monsters in a final showdown to save our world from the unicorn overlord, Princess the Destroyer!
Drop-in: Legos
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Flex your creativity muscles and join us in this Lego-making activity! Participate in our Lego Challenge or use your imagination and create your own. Designs will be displayed and featured in our Children's Library! For ages 5-12 (Under 8 with a caregiver)
Drop-in: Labyrinths and Librarians - A Pablo Creek D&D Drop-in
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A
Learn and Play the game of Dungeons and Dragons
TAB: Checkmate (ages 12-17)
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Meeting Room B
Every move counts! What’s your strategy? Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to learn the basics of chess and play one of the oldest and most challenging board games!
Drop-in Summer Closing Party
Wed, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book while supplies last!
Art Tours During Art Walk - Docent-led Tour
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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 20-minute docent-led tour during Art Walk and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Registration is now closed
Art Walk - @ The Main Library
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - 1st Floor
Come join us during Art Walk for our beautiful art galleries, special Art Walk programs, and books!
Drop-In Board Games @ Art Walk
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - The Lounge at 303 North
Come join us in the Promenade Lounge during Art Walk and enjoy a selection of our board games.
Drop-In Zinester Meetup - Read, Trade and Make Zines
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Zine/Local Author Collection
Hang out and make zines with area creators.
Art Tours During Art Walk - Docent-led Tour
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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 20-minute docent-led tour during Art Walk and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Registration is now closed
Art Tours During Art Walk - Docent-led Tour
Wed, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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 20-minute docent-led tour during Art Walk and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Registration is now closed
Rescheduled
Wednesday Night Frights - Book Club
Wed, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, August 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Highlands Regional
The Book Club of Your Nightmares. Join us there…if you dare!
Art Tours During Art Walk - Docent-led Tour
Wed, Aug 06, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
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 20-minute docent-led tour during Art Walk and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Registration is now closed
Art Tours During Art Walk - Docent-led Tour
Wed, Aug 06, 8:00pm - 8:30pm
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 20-minute docent-led tour during Art Walk and (re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Thu, Aug 07, 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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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!
Drop-in Toddler Play Time - Drop-in and join other toddlers at play
Thu, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Regency Square 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)
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Aug 07, 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!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - 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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Thu, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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.
Drop-in Summer Closing Party
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Department
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book while supplies last!
Drop-in Big Kids Craft
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room,Conference Room
Join us for a challenging kid's craft, while supplies last. This craft if intended for children ages 8-12.
Drop-In and Read to Therapy Dog George - Children's Study Room 229
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Drop-in and Read to Therapy Dog Queen
Thu, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
Stop by to read with Queen!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches 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.
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
STEAM & Stories (ages 5-12)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
Join us for a Viking adventure, create your own helmet, and battle to collect the best plunder! Each STEAM and Stories is an opportunity for your child to engage with their peers, enjoy a good story, and unleash their imagination with themed games and crafts. For ages 5-12.
STEAM & Stories (ages 5-12)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Join us for a Viking adventure, create your own helmet, and battle to collect the best plunder! Each STEAM and Stories is an opportunity for your child to engage with their peers, enjoy a good story, and unleash their imagination with themed games and crafts. For ages 5-12.
Unicorns: An Unexpected Villain (ages 9+)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Join our quest by creating your own character, collecting magical items, and battling monsters in a final showdown to save our world from the unicorn overlord, Princess the Destroyer!
STEAM & Stories (ages 5-12)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Join us for a Viking adventure, create your own helmet, and battle to collect the best plunder! Each STEAM and Stories is an opportunity for your child to engage with their peers, enjoy a good story, and unleash their imagination with themed games and crafts. For ages 5-12.
TAB: Checkmate (ages 12-17)
Thu, Aug 07, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Every move counts! What’s your strategy? Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to learn the basics of chess and play one of the oldest and most challenging board games!
Throwback Thursday - Chef
Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Throwback Thursdays are a monthly program that showcases films available on Kanopy.
Discovery Book Club - Pablo Creek Regional Branch
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
Discovery Book Club brings together readers eager to explore new genres! Ready to take a chance on something different? Sign up here and start your next reading adventure!
Lit Chat Author Talk with L.T. Reed
Thu, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Highlands Regional - Auditorium
This Lit Chat Author Talk is a 30-minute program consisting of a 20-minute presentation by author L.T. Reed and 10 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, with a limited amount of books available for sale on site.
GED Test Prep - New Student Registration Intake Appointment - GED Intakes
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Need help preparing to take the GED Tests? Schedule an intake appointment to register for GED test prep classes. Thanks for registering for the in-person intake Friday, 8th of August at 10:00 am. It is located on the Ground Floor at the back right of the ground floor, E124 is the classroom. This in the Main Library. 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, we will be testing. Please be on time because we will close the door at 1010 am. The process usually lasts until 1130 am.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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, August 7 2025 at 10:30am
Live from the Library
Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Ready for new and exciting experiences? Willing to be bold and make discoveries through interactive and hands-on activities? Live From The Library is excited to bring you limited capacity programs and performances, especially for children ages 5-12, that will be magical, inspiring, and a whole lot of fun! Be sure to arrive early to secure a spot! Native Pride Productions - June 13, 2025; Just Add Rhythm - June 20, 2025; Clarks Critter's, LLC. - June 27, 2025; Wild Wonders Animal Show - July 11, 2025; Art-Z-Faces - July 18, 2025; Anyone can be an Author! with STEM Author Jennifer Swanson - July 25, 2025; STEAM Squad - August 1, 2025; Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens - August 8, 2025
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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!
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Fri, Aug 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Registration opens Thursday, August 7 2025 at 11:30am
Little Crafters (Ages 0-5)
Fri, Aug 08, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
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.
Drop-In Scrabble Club
Fri, Aug 08, 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 Drop Everything and Read
Fri, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 3:20pm
Beaches Branch
Join us at 3:00 p.m. and listen to Mr. Thomas share a few of his 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.
Drop-in Lego Freestyle Friday - Every week at Maxville Library
Fri, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A
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.
STEAM & Stories (ages 5-12)
Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room A&B
Join us for a Viking adventure, create your own helmet, and battle to collect the best plunder! Each STEAM and Stories is an opportunity for your child to engage with their peers, enjoy a good story, and unleash their imagination with themed games and crafts. For ages 5-12.
TAB: Checkmate (ages 12-17)
Fri, Aug 08, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Every move counts! What’s your strategy? Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to learn the basics of chess and play one of the oldest and most challenging board games!
Drop-In Saturday Morning Cartooning - Meet comics creators and share your work
Sat, Aug 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Zine/Local Author Collection
Join comic book creators to discuss the craft of comics
Second Saturday Stitch - For all hand-stitch crafters: knitting, crochet, embroidery
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Branch
Do you crochet? Are you happy with a knitting needle in each hand? Is hand-embroidery more your style? 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.
River City Readers Bookmobile Goes to the Farm! - Eartha's Farm & Market * 4850 Moncrief Road * Jacksonville, FL 32209
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
The River City Readers Bookmobile will be delighting readers at Eartha’s Farm and Market! As the literacy challenge continues into its second year, Mayor Deegan, Kids Hope Alliance, Jacksonville Public Library and others are excited to bring the River City Readers Bookmobile message promoting literacy and a love of reading into every neighborhood in Jacksonville. Our bookmobile librarians can sign the whole family up for library cards and help you find the perfect book! We will visit monthly to encourage youth and their families to make reading and enjoying books an everyday activity. Come see us! Healthy foods and lots of books = win, win!
Drop-in Children's Craft
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Join us for a fun and easy craft while supplies last. All ages are welcome.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Aug 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Aug 09, 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!
Excalibris - speculative fiction book club at the Regency Square Library
Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Conference Room
This book club cuts deeply into the text of sharped-edged speculative fiction. Please register for Excalibris for a truly fantastical discussion of the following extraordinary tales:
Drop-In: Needlework Meetup
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Come and join us while stitching your current project!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Sat, Aug 09, 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, Aug 09, 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 Chess
Sat, Aug 09, 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 Switch Saturday
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Love playing Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and Just Dance? Join us at Brown Eastside for some free play of your favorite Nintendo Switch games. Maybe get in some practice for our next video game tournament!
Drop-In! Crafternoon
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Drop Everything and Draw!
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Create something new or bring your works in progress! Artists of all levels are welcome. Mingle with other creatives, peruse related library materials, and experiment with different mediums. Some supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own!
Drop-In: Board Games
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Study Room 126
Teens Ages 12-18 Only: Come in and enjoy prizes and board games. Test your strategic skills and meet other board game fans.
History Chat: Alton and Gwen Yates - Ax Handle Saturday 65th Anniversary
Sat, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - 3 West
History Chat is a 40-minute program followed by a 20-minute audience Q & A in which Shelton Hull, journalist and Jacksonville resident, will interview Alton and Gwen Yates about Civil Rights sit-ins that ended on Ax Handle Saturday.
This event is full
STEAM & Stories (ages 5-12)
Sat, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Hightower Children's Art Room
Join us for a Viking adventure, create your own helmet, and battle to collect the best plunder! Each STEAM and Stories is an opportunity for your child to engage with their peers, enjoy a good story, and unleash their imagination with themed games and crafts. For ages 5-12.
Drop-In Read to A Therapy Dog - Yona: Newfoundland Dog
Sat, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Drop in and give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with a trained therapy dog. Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Drop-in Summer Closing Party - UPK
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Summer Closing Party: Quiet Space
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
Need a break from the fun and festivities? Come to Conference Rm 900 for a relaxing environment before returning back to the Summer Closing Party!
Drop-In Saturdays - Same
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Competitive games to challenge the minds and skills of our kids. No registration necessary. On 8/9 - UNO Tournament; and 8/23 - LEGO Building Challenge.
Drop-in Chess
Sat, Aug 09, 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: Game Time - a Pablo Creek Event
Sat, Aug 09, 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, Aug 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 Sunday, August 10 2025 at 10:00am
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 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)
Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 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, Aug 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!
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Mon, 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: Beginner, above for more information.
Registration opens Sunday, August 10 2025 at 12:30pm
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Mon, Aug 11, 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)
Mon, Aug 11, 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!
Drop-in Video Games
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Join us at the Beaches Branch for party minigames on the Nintendo Switch! We will be playing minigames from Mario Party: Jamboree and/or Mario Kart 8. Controllers are provided. This program is open to kids aged 6-12.​
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Save the School (ages 9+)
Mon, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Greg and his classmates are finally getting the hang of middle school, just in time to find out it might be closing. PERMANENTLY! Help him save the school without being captured by the principal and hall monitors before the building crumbles apart.
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 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: Back to School (Ages 12-17)
Mon, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - Room 111
Need to beat the back-to-school blues? Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library, where you’ll step into the shoes of a former figure skater turned hockey player and square off in an air hockey tournament!
Elio's Space Adventure (recommended for ages 6-9)
Mon, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Follow Elio on a fantastical space adventure where you’ll make (literally!) strange new friends and some real-world friends too! Join your new pals to escape the dangerous Grigon in a game of chase and find out who might save the galaxy in a game of space themed Bingo! 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 Learn Chess - Learn the basics of chess
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Drop-In Shuffle In
Mon, Aug 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside for an exciting time playing card games that you might not usually play!
Zine Collab Drop-In
Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 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.
Life Lab: Right Plant, Right Place
Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Willow 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!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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 11 2025 at 12:30pm
Breath Centric Chair Yoga for All - Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Event
Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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.
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Tue, Aug 12, 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.
Cancelled
Drop-In Crochet Sessions
Tue, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional
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 Artists (ages 5-8)
Tue, Aug 12, 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.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Save the School (ages 9+)
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Greg and his classmates are finally getting the hang of middle school, just in time to find out it might be closing. PERMANENTLY! Help him save the school without being captured by the principal and hall monitors before the building crumbles apart.
Read with Sadie
Tue, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area
Come read with Sadie! Drop in and give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
TAB: Back to School (Ages 12-17)
Tue, Aug 12, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Need to beat the back-to-school blues? Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library, where you’ll step into the shoes of a former figure skater turned hockey player and square off in an air hockey tournament!
Drop-In Craft and Chat - Summer Series
Tue, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Magazine Galley
Drop-in for a craft and a chat, every Tuesday! Supplies courtesy of the Friends of the Mandarin Branch Library.
Drop-in: Game Day for Teens
Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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!
Drop-In! Board Game Hangout
Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Looking for friends to play board games with? Interested in learning games you’ve always wanted to try? Whether you’re a board game enthusiast or seek to try something new, come join us for an evening of strategy and fun! We’ll be learning a different board game each month, but you'll be welcome to bring your own boards games to share. Held weekly on Tuesday nights, 5:30 pm-7:45 pm. For adults.
Comic Club Graphic Novel Book Club - Willow Branch Library
Tue, Aug 12, 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: Workforce Readiness/ Personal Branding - with EY
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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!
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Wed, 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 Tuesday, August 12 2025 at 10:00am
Drop-In Whale Craft
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
West Branch
Kids can make a simple whale craft with paper and glue.
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Wed, 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 Tuesday, August 12 2025 at 12:30pm
Drop-in Technology Wednesday
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room D
Drop in to get FREE assistance without an appointment.
Sewing For Sensory Needs - A Drop-In Self-Accommodation Skills Lab
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Drop-In Wednesdays - Same
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Arts and Crafts Programs for kids (ages 5-12). No registration required. Each Wednesday will cover different subjects.
Drop-In and Read With Penny the Therapy Dog
Wed, Aug 13, 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.
Drop-in: Mario Kart Racing
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Love playing videogames? Join us as we play Mario Kart (E10+). Controllers will be provided, but you can bring your own as well. Ages 12-18.
Drop-in: Teen Bingo
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Multipurpose Room
Win prizes! Have fun! @ our Teen Bingo drop-in activity. For ages 13-18.
Drop-In Watercolor Wednesday
Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside for an hour of soothing music and relaxing watercolor! All materials provided.
Drop-in Photography
Wed, Aug 13, 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.
Rescheduled
Sewing For Sensory Needs - A Drop-In Self-Accommodation Skills Lab
Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, August 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highlands Regional
Come to this lab to learn basic hand sewing skills like how to make your own basic clothing alterations and repairs.
Rescheduled
Wednesday Night Frights - Book Club
Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, August 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Highlands Regional
The Book Club of Your Nightmares. Join us there…if you dare!
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