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Lit Chat Interview with Nikesha Elise Williams
2026-01-24 11:00:00 2026-01-24 12:00:00 America/New_York Lit Chat Interview with Nikesha Elise Williams This Lit Chat Interview is a 60-minute program consisting of a 40-minute conversation between author Nikesha Elise Williams and interviewer followed by 20 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, with books available for sale on site by local bookstore, San Marco Books and More. Main Library - 3 West

Saturday, January 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-24 11:00:00 2026-01-24 12:00:00 America/New_York Lit Chat Interview with Nikesha Elise Williams This Lit Chat Interview is a 60-minute program consisting of a 40-minute conversation between author Nikesha Elise Williams and interviewer followed by 20 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, with books available for sale on site by local bookstore, San Marco Books and More. Main Library - 3 West

Main Library

3 West

This Lit Chat Interview is a 60-minute program consisting of a 40-minute conversation between author Nikesha Elise Williams and interviewer followed by 20 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, with books available for sale on site by local bookstore, San Marco Books and More.

About the Author: Nikesha Elise Williams is a two-time Emmy Award–winning producer, an award-winning author, and producer and host of the Black and Published podcast. A narrative strategist by day and journalist always, her work has appeared in The Washington Post, Essence, and Vox. Nikesha is a Kimbilio Fiction Fellow and a DeGroot Foundation Writer of Note grantee. A Chicago native, she lives in Florida with her family. 

Did you know that all of our Lit Chat authors' books count toward your Jax Stacks Reading Challenge completion? Find out what other authors we're hosting this year and join in the fun! 

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.

PLEASE NOTE:

1. Seating for the program will begin at 10:30 am.

2. The maximum capacity of this venue is 50. Registered attendees will be seated first come, first serve. Bring your library card (physical or on the JaxLibrary app) for faster check-in.

3. Waitlisted attendees and walk-ins will be seated if seats are available. There may be a short wait as registered customers are seated.

4. All registered seats will be forfeited at 10:55 am and made available to waitlisted and walk-in attendees. Registered attendees arriving after this time will be seated if seats are available.

5. A limited number of books will be available for sale on site by San Marco Books and More.

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.

This project has been funded under the provisions of the State Aid to Libraries Grant program, administered by the Florida Department of State's Division of Library and Information Services.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors, Books, and Writing |

TAGS: | readjax | Lit Chat | Fiction | adult programs |

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Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
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Bi-weekly Board Gaming - Ages 12+
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Mon, Dec 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Join us for beginner-friendly party minigames on the Nintendo Switch! We will be playing minigames from Mario Party: Jamboree. Controllers will be provided but feel free to bring your own! This event is intended for ages 5-12.
Technology Tuesday - Digital Library Services
Tue, Dec 23, 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.
Holiday Express Model Trains
Tue, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
The Beaches Branch Library welcomes back our annual Holiday Express Model Train exhibit, supported by the Beaches Train Club and the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library.
Books with Billy! - Therapy dog-assisted reading!
Tue, Dec 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Highlands Regional
Therapy dog-assisted reading gives children a unique experience, to read to a canine buddy in a safe environment, join us at Highlands for this fun time reading experience!
Santa's Twin Reading!
Tue, Dec 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch
"In a twist to the traditional Christmas tale, Charlotte and Emily must save Santa from his devilish twin, who has absconded with Santa’s sleigh and has filled his toy bag with all sorts of disgusting items, in this wickedly funny story for children of all ages." - Dean Koontz
Game Day for Teens
Tue, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Drop in at 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!
Smash Bros Tournament
Tue, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us in the Brown Eastside Activity room for a Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament! Come early to choose your character and enter the bracket. Feel free to bring your own controller and console, but it is not required. Prizes included for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place!
Holiday Extravaganza
Tue, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a special holiday celebration at your neighborhood library. Activities will include arts and crafts, games, and other engaging experiences. This activity is open to the public, and no registration is required.
Family Holiday Movie and Snacks - Movie fun for the whole family!
Tue, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Join us for an evening at the movies. We will be showing family favorites all month with a serving of hot cocoa and cookies!
Shelf Conscious Book Club - Every month at Maxville Library
Tue, Dec 23, 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!
Cancelled
Technology Wednesday
Wed, Dec 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Regional
Drop in to get FREE assistance without an appointment.
Bring Your Own Craft
Fri, Dec 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Bring whatever craft you're working on, whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery or paper flowers! Drop in and chat!
Holiday Express Model Trains
Fri, Dec 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
The Beaches Branch Library welcomes back our annual Holiday Express Model Train exhibit, supported by the Beaches Train Club and the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Dec 26, 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!
Baby Storytime (birth - 12 months)
Fri, Dec 26, 10:15am - 10:55am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Join us for Baby Storytime! This program is specially designed for infants from birth to 12 months and their adult caregivers. Share songs, rhymes, and stories that promote early literacy while strengthening the bond with your little one. Plus, enjoy playtime—a wonderful opportunity for both babies and caregivers to socialize and connect.
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Fri, Dec 26, 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.
Little Readers (ages birth-5)
Fri, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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)
Fri, Dec 26, 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!
Turn Up for Tech (all ages)
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Community 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!
Baby Storytime (birth - 12 months)
Fri, Dec 26, 11:15am - 11:55am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Join us for Baby Storytime! This program is specially designed for infants from birth to 12 months and their adult caregivers. Share songs, rhymes, and stories that promote early literacy while strengthening the bond with your little one. Plus, enjoy playtime—a wonderful opportunity for both babies and caregivers to socialize and connect.
Little Crafters
Fri, Dec 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us after Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Fri, Dec 26, 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.
Treat Your Shelf Book Club - Highlands Regional
Fri, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Highlands Regional - Conference Room B
Join us the fourth Friday of the month as we challenge ourselves to explore a new category, topic, genre, or format together!
Scrabble Club
Fri, Dec 26, 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!
Ready, Set, Build! - Legos
Fri, Dec 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Beaches Branch
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.
Lego Freestyle Friday - Every week at Maxville Library
Fri, Dec 26, 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.
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