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Writer's Lab: Discover Local Author Resources from the Library

with Nash Steele
2026-02-07 10:30:00 2026-02-07 12:00:00 America/New_York Writer's Lab: Discover Local Author Resources from the Library Nash Steele presents a 90-minute workshop on how to create, share, and discover independently published books with Jacksonville Public Library's free publishing resources. Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 2

Saturday, February 07
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-07 10:30:00 2026-02-07 12:00:00 America/New_York Writer's Lab: Discover Local Author Resources from the Library Nash Steele presents a 90-minute workshop on how to create, share, and discover independently published books with Jacksonville Public Library's free publishing resources. Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 2

Virtual Branch

Virtual Room 2

Nash Steele presents a 90-minute workshop on how to create, share, and discover independently published books with Jacksonville Public Library's free publishing resources.

About the program: Are you a local writer or independent author? Join us to learn how you can create, share, and discover independently published books with Jacksonville Public Library's free publishing resources. This session will cover how to format, design, and produce professional quality book files with the Pressbooks Public tool and how to reach new readers through libraries statewide and potentially all across the U.S. and Canada with the Indie Author Project.

About the presenter: Nash Steele is the Senior Operations Coordinator for the Ebooks and Community Engagement division at Lyrasis, where she works to expand Ebook access in public libraries. Through the Indie Author Project and The Palace Project, she helps connect libraries with a diverse range of independent and digital content. With a strong background in publishing and library partnerships, Nash is passionate about supporting authors and readers alike.

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.

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: | Authors, Books, and Writing |

TAGS: | Writer's Lab | adult programs |

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Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Mon, Jan 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Trading Card Day - Ages 6+
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Monday Madness - Mixed Media Abstract Art
Mon, Jan 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Ex Libris Zine Collab
Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
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Sensory Friendly Storytime (ages 2 - 5)
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
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Read to Therapy Dog George
Tue, Jan 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Tue, Jan 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Craft and Chat - Winter Series
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Breath Centric Chair Yoga for All - Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Event
Tue, Jan 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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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, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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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!
Cube Club
Tue, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Learn to solve a Rubik's cube! No experience needed. Bring your own or borrow from staff! We look forward to seeing you the last Tuesday of each month. For ages 9 and up.
Technology Tuesday - Digital Library Services
Tue, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
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Drop-In Crochet Sessions
Tue, Jan 27, 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!
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Seasonal Sabotage Breakout Game
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Kids Financial Literacy - Ages 5 - 8
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Tests of the Ninja - (ages 9+)
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Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
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Tests of the Ninja - (ages 9+)
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Do you have what it takes to become the strongest ninja? Master your Jutsu by going head-to-head with your opponent in a Jutsu Superfight game and demonstrate your strategy in a Jutsu themed card game!
TAB: Villian Arc: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Tue, Jan 27, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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Game ON! - We supply the games; you bring the competition!
Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
It's time to bond with family members and new friends with a traditional game night!
Game Day for Teens
Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Roblox Club (ages 8-17)
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - E-Classroom
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Shelf Conscious Book Club - at Maxville Branch Library
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Flamingo Book Club - Beaches Branch Library
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This event is full
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Wed, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
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Registration opens Tuesday, January 27 2026 at 10:00am
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
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Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
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Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
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Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
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Art Cart
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Regency Square Branch - Children's Department
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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)
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Sensory Friendly Storytime (ages 2 - 5)
Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Wed, Jan 28, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Wed, Jan 28, 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!
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
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Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
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Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Wed, Jan 28, 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, January 27 2026 at 12:30pm
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Wed, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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!
Technology Wednesday
Wed, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room D
Drop in to get FREE assistance without an appointment.
TAB: Villian Arc: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Wed, Jan 28, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
Join us for an absolutely bizarre adventure with games and challenges at a branch near you. Test your imagination and instincts by guessing Joestar Stand powers and voting in an epic bracket to crown the ultimate power. Discover your dark side with our Villainous Personality Quiz, then team up – or face off – in the Joestar Boss Battle Game, where strategy, style, and Stand power decide who emerges victorious! (For ages 12-17)
Craft Corner
Wed, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Arts and crafts activities for youth, ages 5 to 18. No registration required. Activities for the month of January are: Bubble Wrap Art (January 14th) & Fruit Kabobs (January 28th).
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
Turn Up for Tech (all ages)
Wed, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting 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!
Tests of the Ninja - (ages 9+)
Wed, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Do you have what it takes to become the strongest ninja? Master your Jutsu by going head-to-head with your opponent in a Jutsu Superfight game and demonstrate your strategy in a Jutsu themed card game!
Paws to Read with the Jacksonville Humane Society
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
Children ages 5-12 are invited to join us for a pawesome educational visit from the Jacksonville Humane Society! Activities will include a read loud of animal themed children’s books, a Q&A, and lesson about the Jacksonville Humane Society, with a fun service project benefiting the dogs and cats at JHS.
Labyrinths and Librarians - A Pablo Creek Table Top Event
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
Learn and play the game of D&D
Come Play with Bluey!
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Bluey is an inexhaustible six-year-old Blue Heeler dog, who loves to play and turns everyday family life into extraordinary adventures. Let’s play together and bring the show to life with imaginative games for the whole family!
Come Play with Bluey!
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
Bluey is an inexhaustible six-year-old Blue Heeler dog, who loves to play and turns everyday family life into extraordinary adventures. Let’s play together and bring the show to life with imaginative games for the whole family!
Tests of the Ninja - (ages 9+)
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Do you have what it takes to become the strongest ninja? Master your Jutsu by going head-to-head with your opponent in a Jutsu Superfight game and demonstrate your strategy in a Jutsu themed card game!
Teen Art Club
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project every week!
Pass Time with Play-Doh
Wed, Jan 28, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Express your creativity with Play-Doh at Brown Eastside!
Photography
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 28 2026 at 10:00am
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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)
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beaches Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Maxville Branch - Multipurpose Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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!
Toddler Play Time - at the Mandarin Branch Library
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Drop-in and join other toddlers at the library to play!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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)
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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!
Teen Lab: Cryptozoology
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Get ready to dive into the world of mysterious creatures and step into the shoes of a cryptozoologist. This 4-week LAB is designed for teens ages 12-17. Hunt for clues, find evidence, and solve mysteries about cryptids that lurk on land, soar through the sky, and swim in the deep. Each week brings new challenges, games, and debates as you uncover the truth behind legendary beasts. Then, in the final showdown vote for the ultimate cryptid before facing them in a role-playing battle.
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Thu, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Beginner, above for more information.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 28 2026 at 12:30pm
Adult Writers Group - Storyteller's Circle
Thu, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
This group provide a non-judgmental and supportive environment for adult writers of any skill level to share their work. Sharing works in progress, expanding on ideas about their writing and gaining general feedback are encouraged. Through discussion and questions, this group is meant to support self-expression and help lessen blocks/barriers to creativity and expand your writing skills!
Read to Therapy Dog Queen
Thu, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
Stop by to read with Queen!
TAB: Villian Arc: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room C
Join us for an absolutely bizarre adventure with games and challenges at a branch near you. Test your imagination and instincts by guessing Joestar Stand powers and voting in an epic bracket to crown the ultimate power. Discover your dark side with our Villainous Personality Quiz, then team up – or face off – in the Joestar Boss Battle Game, where strategy, style, and Stand power decide who emerges victorious! (For ages 12-17)
Junior Scientists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5-8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Turn Up for Tech (all ages)
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting 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!
Junior Artists (ages 5-8)
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
Tests of the Ninja - (ages 9+)
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Do you have what it takes to become the strongest ninja? Master your Jutsu by going head-to-head with your opponent in a Jutsu Superfight game and demonstrate your strategy in a Jutsu themed card game!
Tests of the Ninja - (ages 9+)
Thu, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Do you have what it takes to become the strongest ninja? Master your Jutsu by going head-to-head with your opponent in a Jutsu Superfight game and demonstrate your strategy in a Jutsu themed card game!
Teen Art
Thu, Jan 29, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Ages 12 - 18 yrs. All supplies included. A variety of fun projects. Come join us!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Fri, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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, January 29 2026 at 10:30am
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Fri, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Teen Lab: Cryptozoology
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Get ready to dive into the world of mysterious creatures and step into the shoes of a cryptozoologist. This 4-week LAB is designed for teens ages 12-17. Hunt for clues, find evidence, and solve mysteries about cryptids that lurk on land, soar through the sky, and swim in the deep. Each week brings new challenges, games, and debates as you uncover the truth behind legendary beasts. Then, in the final showdown vote for the ultimate cryptid before facing them in a role-playing battle.
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Fri, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Regency Square 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, Jan 30, 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.
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Fri, Jan 30, 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, January 29 2026 at 11:30am
Little Crafters
Fri, Jan 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area
Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us after Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver. 
Scrabble Club
Fri, Jan 30, 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!
Grudge Match
Fri, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highlands Regional
Join us for Grudge Match!—a dynamic teen program where you’ll learn essential life skills to help you win at adulthood. Whether you’re building a killer resume, navigating job applications, or tackling other must-know skills, we’ve got you covered. This hands-on workshop is designed to help teens level up their future career and life goals. Don’t miss out on the chance to prepare for success while having fun!
Lego Freestyle Friday - Every week at Maxville Library
Fri, Jan 30, 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.
The LEGO Club
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A
Love LEGO? Flex your creative muscles and join us for LEGO Club. LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every meeting we will have a challenge to spark our imaginations, and we'll also have plenty of time for free building. LEGO Club is best for kids ages 5 and up. There are small pieces at this program and is not suitable for children under 5.
TAB: Villian Arc: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
Join us for an absolutely bizarre adventure with games and challenges at a branch near you. Test your imagination and instincts by guessing Joestar Stand powers and voting in an epic bracket to crown the ultimate power. Discover your dark side with our Villainous Personality Quiz, then team up – or face off – in the Joestar Boss Battle Game, where strategy, style, and Stand power decide who emerges victorious! (For ages 12-17)
Button Bonanza
Fri, Jan 30, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Stop by Brown Eastside to build your own button to beautify your backpack, bag, or ball cap! Design your own beautiful button or borrow a blueprint from us. All ages are welcome.
Button Maker Craft
Sat, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Work with our librarians to cut out designs from recycled graphic novels and comic books, or draw your own design, to make pinback buttons! Recommended for school aged children and their families. Each participant will have the opportunity to make at least two button pins while supplies last.
Bookmobile Library: Borrow a Book at Drew Park - 6621 Barnes Rd S, 32216
Sat, Jan 31, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Explore the River City Readers Bookmobile and borrow books from the library!
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Sat, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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!
Family Art
Sat, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
A variety of art projects for 5+. (Younger children may need assistance.) All supplies included. Come and join us for some family fun!
Keep Rolling, Keep Reading, Highlands! - with New Worlds Reading and Jacksonville Public Education Fund
Sat, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Highlands Regional - Auditorium
Join us for Keep Rolling, Keep Reading Highlands! — a free family event at the Jacksonville Public Library, Highlands Branch, hosted by JPEF. Enjoy FREE food, FREE books, and giveaways while exploring Skater Cielo, the story of courage, persistence, and community. Families will discover fun, practical strategies to make reading more engaging at home and take part in activities that bring the joy of reading to life. Advance Registration is Required
Ask A Lawyer
Sat, Jan 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Attorneys are available to speak one-to-one in 20 minute interviews on the following areas of law (provided an attorney is available). Interviews are on a first-come, first-served basis. Attorneys will not be accepting cases for representation.
Little Readers (ages birth - 5)
Sat, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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!
Adult Trivia Time
Sat, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Regency Square Branch
Grab your thinking cap and put your trivia skills to the test! Bring your own team or join one when you arrive.
Cancelled
Lit Chat Interview with Mona Awad - "We Love You, Bunny: A Novel"
Sat, Jan 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
This Lit Chat Interview is a 60-minute program consisting of a 40-minute conversation between author Mona Awad and interviewer Hurley Winkler followed by 20 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, with books available for sale on site with local bookstore, Happy Medium Books Café.
Reading Connection Book Club - Bradham and Brooks
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Conference Room A&B
Have you noticed your TBR list getting longer and longer? Have you missed out on some of the latest best sellers? No worries! The Bradham and Brooks Reading Connection keeps you up to date by connecting you with best-selling titles you may have missed. Join us as we explore best-selling titles and authors!
Chess
Sat, Jan 31, 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!
Teen Tabletop - Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 12-18
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
Adventure with us in Conference room 900 where we will play Dungeons & Dragons! No previous experience needed. Character sheets and dice will be provided. Table is limited to 6 players per Dungeon Master. Registration encouraged but not required. (Ages 12-18).
D&D Club
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Join our brand new D&D Club! This month's theme: What are TTRPGs? We will explore the basics of D&D 5e, Monster of the Week, and Avatar Legends in a casual discussion format. All experience levels welcome. For teens and adults.
Family Trivia
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Join us and challenge your brain with a fun game of family trivia! This activity is recommended for ages 7 and up! 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
Gaming Power Hour (Ages 8-18)
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
Love playing videogames? Join library staff at the Bill Brinton Murray Hill Library and play some of your favorites including Nintendo Wii Sports, MarioKart, Super Mario 3D World, Super Smash Bros., and more!
Snowflake Craft
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at the Brown Eastside Branch for a fun winter craft! Create your own snowflake and enjoy a relaxed, seasonal activity. All ages welcome.
Anime Your Way!
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New venue Main Library - Teen Lounge
For Teens 12-18 Only: Love anime? Want to find new friends and someone to talk about your faves with? Come to anime club and hang out!
Drop Everything and Draw!
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Create something new or bring your works in progress.
Family Game Time - Every week at Maxville Library
Sat, Jan 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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!
D&D Activity
Sat, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room D
Join us to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. Dice and character sheets provided! You are welcome to bring your own. Currently: Level 5 Characters
Conversation Essentials: Intermediate
Mon, Feb 02, 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, February 1 2026 at 10:00am
Baby Storytime - (birth–12 months)
Mon, Feb 02, 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.
Little Readers - (ages birth–5)
Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 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!
Sensory Friendly Storytime - (ages 2–5)
Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 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!
Conversation Essentials: Advanced
Mon, Feb 02, 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, February 1 2026 at 11:00am
Baby Storytime - (birth–12 months)
Mon, Feb 02, 11:15am - 11:55am
Southeast Regional - Room A,Room 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 Readers - (ages birth–5)
Mon, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Little Readers - (ages birth–5)
Mon, Feb 02, 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!
Star Wars Padawan Training
Mon, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
You are a young force-sensitive taking your first steps on the journey to become a Jedi. But the way is long, and the journey will be challenging as you learn to channel the force! Find out if you have what it takes to become a Jedi as you play Star Wars themed games that will begin your Padawan Training!
Steven Universe Fusion Frenzy - (ages 9+)
Mon, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Steven and the Crystal Gems know the value of teamwork. Form new friendships of your own as you team up in Fusion themed racing games then face off with a Steven Universe deck building card game!
Turn Up for Tech (all ages)
Mon, Feb 02, 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!
Colorful Voices - A Hope at Hand, Inc. Activity
Mon, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
Join us for a weekly art and poetry workshop for teens to slow down, reflect, and create together. No grades, no rules, just expression and community.
Star Wars Padawan Training
Mon, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Multipurpose Room
You are a young force-sensitive taking your first steps on the journey to become a Jedi. But the way is long, and the journey will be challenging as you learn to channel the force! Find out if you have what it takes to become a Jedi as you play Star Wars themed games that will begin your Padawan Training!
TAB: Villian Arc: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Mon, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for an absolutely bizarre adventure with games and challenges at a branch near you. Test your imagination and instincts by guessing Joestar Stand powers and voting in an epic bracket to crown the ultimate power. Discover your dark side with our Villainous Personality Quiz, then team up – or face off – in the Joestar Boss Battle Game, where strategy, style, and Stand power decide who emerges victorious! (For ages 12-17)
Junior Artists - (ages 5–8)
Mon, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - 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.
Junior Scientists - (ages 5–8)
Mon, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - 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.
Bi-weekly Board Gaming - Ages 12+
Mon, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
Join us from 4:00pm to 5:00pm for our Bi-weekly board game day! For everyone ages 12+. Players of all skill levels are welcome.
Learn Chess
Mon, Feb 02, 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!
Steven Universe Fusion Frenzy - (ages 9+)
Mon, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
Steven and the Crystal Gems know the value of teamwork. Form new friendships of your own as you team up in Fusion themed racing games then face off with a Steven Universe deck building card game!
Make Something Mondays: - You Never Know What You'll Make at the Library!
Mon, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public Area
Join us every Monday for a chance to explore your creativity and learn a new craft technique.
LEGO Family Build
Mon, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room,Teen Room
We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination! Drop in at South Mandarin Branch Library to take on a challenge and showcase your creativity!
Ex Libris Zine Collab
Mon, Feb 02, 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.
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