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Read to Gabby!

Therapy dog assisted reading!

2026-06-01 16:00:00 2026-06-01 17:00:00 America/New_York Read to Gabby! Come to the Argyle Library and give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with Gabby, a trained Therapy Dog! Registration at the Children's Reference Desk is first-come, first-served as time allows. Argyle Branch - Study Room 122

Monday, June 01
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-01 16:00:00 2026-06-01 17:00:00 America/New_York Read to Gabby! Come to the Argyle Library and give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with Gabby, a trained Therapy Dog! Registration at the Children's Reference Desk is first-come, first-served as time allows. Argyle Branch - Study Room 122

Argyle Branch

Study Room 122

Come to the Argyle Library and give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with Gabby, a trained Therapy Dog! Registration at the Children's Reference Desk is first-come, first-served as time allows.

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills, giving your child the opportunity to read to a canine buddy or companion in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. Drop-in between 4:00 and 5:00pm pm every other Monday to give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with Gabby! Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This activity is for all ages (everyone). Please sign-up in the Children's department during the hour before Gabby's arrival or as you arrive. Attendance is limited.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | School Age | Families | Everyone | Early Childhood |

EVENT TYPE: | Youth Program | Families | Education | Authors, Books, and Writing |

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Bring Your Own Craft

Fri, May 22, 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!

Friends of South Mandarin Library Book Sale

Fri, May 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B,Conference Room

Friends of South Mandarin Branch Library Book Sale. Shop this sale and stock up and save on books, CDs, DVDs, and more! There's a wide selection of items for every age - children, teens and adults.

GED Test Prep - New Student Registration Intake Appointment - GED Intakes

Fri, May 22, 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.

Registration is now closed

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 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!

Baby Storytime - (ages birth - 12 months)

Fri, May 22, 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.

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 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, May 22, 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 is now closed

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 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, May 22, 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: Lego Stop Motion - (ages 12-17)

Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room

Bring your imagination to life by creating stop motion movies with Lego Minifigs! Discover how stop motion cartoons are made, from the very first sketch to the final frame. Plan a film with storyboarding, bring it to life through stop-motion magic, level it up with epic editing and sound effects, and finish with a bold title design that makes your film feel totally pro. Experiment, collaborate, and let your creativity take the spotlight!

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 22, 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!

Toddler Takeover

Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Willow Branch - Children's Area

Have a play date with the Willow Branch Library!

Baby Storytime - (ages birth - 12 months)

Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area

Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us after Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.

Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaches Branch - Conference Room

Drop in anytime between 2:00 to 5:00 to play a game of scrabble. Beginners and advanced players welcome!

Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 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.

Ready, Set, Build: Legos

Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Beaches Branch - Community Room

Do you love Legos? So do we! Drop-in and join other kids who love these ever popular plastic bricks. Legos will be provided. Ages 5-12 but younger children are welcome with adult supervision.

Fri, May 22, 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.

Paws to Read with the Jacksonville Humane Society

Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highlands Regional - Auditorium

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.

TAB: Zombie Field Day - (ages 12-17)

Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B

Get ready for Zombie Field Day, where survival is a game and every challenge could save your life! Roll for your zombie-fighting gadget, prove your survival skills in an eyeball relay, and reveal your zombie personality with bloody Rorschach tests. Then team up for Zombie Pandemic and see if you can deter the spreading zombie plague before it’s too late.

Read with Kiwi the Therapy Dog

Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Westbrook Branch

Come to the library and meet Kiwi: a super soft poodle-mix that loves kids, books, and cookies. Kiwi is a licensed therapy dog and knows over 20 commands. Read her a story, and she will be your new best friend! Kids in attendance will receive a special customized tattoo, sticker of Kiwi or a magnet of Kiwi (while supplies last). This event is for children ages 5-12. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration recommended. Walk-ins are first come, first serve.

Fri, May 22, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room

Have some tea you need to spill? Join us at Brown Eastside for a relaxing hour of coloring, card games, and tea drinking. All materials provided.

Friends of South Mandarin Library Book Sale

Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 3:00pm

South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B,Conference Room

Friends of South Mandarin Branch Library Book Sale. Shop this sale and stock up and save on books, CDs, DVDs, and more! There's a wide selection of items for every age - children, teens and adults.

Drop-in Children's Craft

Sat, May 23, 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, May 23, 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, May 23, 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!

Scottish Mystery Book Club

Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

University Park Branch - Center for Adult Learning Classroom

This book club dives into mystery books written by Scottish authors. Each book takes place in Scotland, the birthplace of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle! Join us in the thrilling world of Tartan Noir each month!

Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room

Art for ages 5+ years. All supplies included. No registration needed. Come and have some creative fun!

Adult Trivia Time

Sat, May 23, 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.

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Sat, May 23, 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, May 23, 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!

Read with Stormy the Therapy Dog - Ages 5-12

Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Willow Branch - Children's Area

Stormy is a certified therapy dog who loves children and books!

Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm

San Marco Branch - Teen Area

Join us each month as we chat about and explore Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGs! For adults and teens.

Dungeons at Dunn Avenue - D&D Live Play Activity

Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highlands Regional - Auditorium

Adventure with us at the Highlands branch in Conference Room B where we will play Dungeons & Dragons! No previous experience needed. Character sheets, dice, and minis will be provided. Table is limited to 6 players per Dungeon Master. Registration encouraged but not required. (Ages 12 and up).

Sat, May 23, 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!

Gaming Power Hour (Ages 8-18)

Sat, May 23, 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!

Anime Your Way!

Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Willow Branch - Fiction Area

Create something new or bring your works in progress.

Read with Yona - Trained Therapy Dog - Yona the Newfoundland Dog

Sat, May 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mandarin Branch - Children's Area

Come in and read to Yona our trained therapy dog. Bring your favorite book, or read one of ours. She is an excellent listener!

Family Game Time - Every week at Maxville Library

Sat, May 23, 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!

Crafternoon for Adults

Sat, May 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room

Join us at Brown Eastside for some crafty fun! Feel free to bring your own project, but simple arts and crafts will also be provided.

Sat, May 23, 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

A Taste of Genealogy - Family Tree Research for Adults & Teens

Sat, May 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room

Information to know before you come: We will meet in the Teen Room. Please bring your library card so you might log into one of the computers. A Taste of Genealogy is a collaborative experience where hobbyists like yourself help one another expand family trees using tools available through the Jacksonville Public Library. Staff and volunteers will offer assistance to those who have no experience and would like to begin their family research journey. Adoptees are welcome. Ask the customer service desk for information on how to make an appointment for one on one assistance from library staff.

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 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!

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn

Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southeast Regional - Room A&B

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. The program is structured to support children’s early learning and healthy development while creating a supportive community for the parents and caregivers! We will sing songs, tell stories, create art, and play! All Are Welcome! This program is presented by the Early Learning Coalition and Help Me Grow Clay, Duval, and Nassau.

Junior Artists - (ages 5–8)

Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department

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)

Tue, May 26, 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 Scientists - (ages 5–8)

Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Hightower Children's Art 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.

Sensory Friendly Storytime - (ages 2–5)

Tue, May 26, 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.

Read to Therapy Dog George

Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Terry Children's Theater

*NEW TIME!* 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, May 26, 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, May 25 2026 at 12:30pm

Cancelled

Breath Centric Chair Yoga for All - Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Event

Tue, May 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaches Branch

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, May 26, 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!

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Tue, May 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room

You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!

Technology Tuesday - Digital Library Services

Tue, May 26, 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.

Books with Billy! - Therapy dog-assisted reading!

Tue, May 26, 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!

Turn Up for Tech (all ages)

Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Brentwood Branch

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!

TAB: Zombie Field Day - (ages 12-17)

Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

San Marco Branch - Teen Area

Get ready for Zombie Field Day, where survival is a game and every challenge could save your life! Roll for your zombie-fighting gadget, prove your survival skills in an eyeball relay, and reveal your zombie personality with bloody Rorschach tests. Then team up for Zombie Pandemic and see if you can deter the spreading zombie plague before it’s too late.

Junior Artists - (ages 5–8)

Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Willow Branch - Meeting 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.

Lego at the Library - For ages 5-12 (under 8 with a caregiver)

Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

University Park Branch - Community Room A&B

Flex your creativity muscles and join us in this Lego making activity! Designs will be displayed and featured in our Children's Library! For ages 5-12 (under 8 with a caregiver).

Junior Scientists - (ages 5–8)

Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Mandarin Branch - Adult Reading 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.

Cooks & Books (ages 5-12)

Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southeast Regional - Room A&B

Turn your favorite books into delicious dishes! Children ages 5-12 will prepare a delicious snack inspired by a book. Let's turn story time into snack time! So, tie on those aprons and get ready to WHISK away to a world of culinary creativity. Join us to CHOP and SIMMER your way through the story! This program is made possible by the generous support of the Community Foundation through the Delores Barr Weaver Staff Giving Endowment through Olivia Rearick.

This event is full

Tue, May 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room

Join us at Brown Eastside to create art using buttons!

Mario Party at the Royal Library - (ages 9+)

Tue, May 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room

Race to collect stars and compete in minute-to-win-it style mini games to become “The Superstar” in this tabletop version of Mario Party!

Mario Party at the Royal Library - (ages 9+)

Tue, May 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B

Race to collect stars and compete in minute-to-win-it style mini games to become “The Superstar” in this tabletop version of Mario Party!

Game Day for Teens

Tue, May 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room

Drop in at South Mandarin Branch Library to play board games featuring new and old favorites! While here, grab a snack and have some fun with friends or make some new ones!

Braided Book Marks - Teen Crafts

Tue, May 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bradham and Brooks Branch - Multipurpose Room

Teens & Tweens join us to create your own bookmarks! All materials will be provided. No registration required.

Shelf Conscious Book Club - at Maxville Branch Library

Tue, May 26, 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!

Flamingo Book Club - Beaches Branch Library

Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Beaches Branch - Atrium

The Beaches Library’s Flamingo Book Club is spreading their wings and are now reading a diverse selection of fiction, non-fiction, and some Florida based literature.

Conversation Essentials: Intermediate

Wed, May 27, 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, May 26 2026 at 10:00am

Simple Strawberry Craft

Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Branch

Use the provided supplies to make a simple strawberry craft for National Strawberry Month. (A library card is required to participate.)

Wed, May 27, 10:40am - 11:00am

Regency Square Branch - Children's Department

Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us in-between Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.

TRAVELING TALES PRE-SCHOOL - Story Adventures for Preschoolers and Their Families

Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bradham and Brooks Branch - Multipurpose Room

Preschoolers and their families are invited to join us for stories songs, and fingerplays while we explore our Traveling Tales Collection. Participants will learn how to use this excellent preschool resource at home.

Conversation Essentials: Advanced

Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3

Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Beginner, above for more information.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 26 2026 at 11:00am

Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaches Branch - Conference Room

Are you a knitter? Interested in learning how to knit? Come hang out with us at the Beaches Branch Library’s Conference room! Each week will feature a different knit stitch pattern and a staff member available to help in the first hour of the event. Feel free to bring your current project, and any basic questions you may have! There are limited supplies available, however you may need to bring your own. Recommended supplies to bring are size 8 knitting needles and any worsted weight yarn. Knitters of all skill levels are welcome!

Technology Wednesday

Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Southeast Regional - Room D

Drop in to get FREE assistance with library technology without an appointment.

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highlands Regional

If your little one is in need of some fun and creativity, "Bored? Build!" is the perfect solution! Join us for a hands-on activity where kids can dive into a world of imagination. From building with Legos to creating exciting structures with building squares and more, this is the place to let their creativity run wild. Bring your young builder and watch them create, explore, and play!

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mandarin Branch - Conference Room

Express your creativity with a new art project every week!

Cooks & Books (ages 5-12)

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southeast Regional - Room C

Turn your favorite books into delicious dishes! Children ages 5-12 will prepare a delicious snack inspired by a book. Let's turn story time into snack time! So, tie on those aprons and get ready to WHISK away to a world of culinary creativity. Join us to CHOP and SIMMER your way through the story! This program is made possible by the generous support of the Community Foundation through the Delores Barr Weaver Staff Giving Endowment through Olivia Rearick.

Watercolor Wednesday

Wed, May 27, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room

Join us at Brown Eastside for an hour of soothing music and relaxing watercolor! All materials provided.

Labyrinths and Librarians - A Pablo Creek D&D Event

Wed, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room

A real time play and learn Dungeons and Dragons event for all ages.

Life Lab: Love Your Backyard Birds - with Elizabeth Filippelli, Duval Audubon Society

Wed, May 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Auditorium

This Life Lab continues an eight-part 'Conservation Series' at Jacksonville Public Library (running May through June). Life Lab is a one hour program featuring local, trained professionals offering FREE help on a variety of topics aimed at improving your daily life. Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances.

Conversation Essentials: Intermediate

Thu, May 28, 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, May 27 2026 at 10:00am

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Thu, May 28, 10:10am - 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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!

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Thu, May 28, 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!

Toddler Play Time - at the Mandarin Branch Library

Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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: Lego Stop Motion - (ages 12-17)

Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room

Bring your imagination to life by creating stop motion movies with Lego Minifigs! Discover how stop motion cartoons are made, from the very first sketch to the final frame. Plan a film with storyboarding, bring it to life through stop-motion magic, level it up with epic editing and sound effects, and finish with a bold title design that makes your film feel totally pro. Experiment, collaborate, and let your creativity take the spotlight!

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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!

Teen Tinkering - Arts & Crafts

Thu, May 28, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

West Branch

Watch out for our crafty cart every 4th Thursday of the month from 12:00-5:00PM in the Teen Room! This will be stocked with simple tools & crafting supplies. A new craft will be featured every month. Get ready to express yourself and unleash your creativity, while enjoying the company of your friends!

Conversation Essentials: Advanced

Thu, May 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 Wednesday, May 27 2026 at 12:30pm

Junior Artists - (ages 5–8)

Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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.

Turn Up for Tech (all ages)

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Mandarin 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!

Mario Party at the Royal Library - (ages 9+)

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Brentwood Branch

Race to collect stars and compete in minute-to-win-it style mini games to become “The Superstar” in this tabletop version of Mario Party!

Magnet Making - Making Magnets

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Argyle Branch - Teen Area

Using the supplies provided turn a picture into your own magnet

Board Game Day!

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Westbrook Branch

From dicey decisions to card chaos, it’s game on at the Westbrook Library. Bring your A-game—and maybe a friend or three! Meet up with other teens and play a variety of board games and card games.

Mario Party at the Royal Library - (ages 9+)

Thu, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department

Race to collect stars and compete in minute-to-win-it style mini games to become “The Superstar” in this tabletop version of Mario Party!

TAB: Zombie Field Day - (ages 12-17)

Thu, May 28, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room

Get ready for Zombie Field Day, where survival is a game and every challenge could save your life! Roll for your zombie-fighting gadget, prove your survival skills in an eyeball relay, and reveal your zombie personality with bloody Rorschach tests. Then team up for Zombie Pandemic and see if you can deter the spreading zombie plague before it’s too late.

Thu, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Highlands Regional - E-Classroom

Get one-on-one help with a technology-related question or problem. Please bring your library card and any tech device you're having trouble with. No appointment required.

Throwback Thursday - Night of the Living Dead

Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B

Throwback Thursday is a monthly program that showcases films found on Kanopy, our library streaming service.

True Crime 364.1 Book Club - Online

Thu, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 2

Do you enjoy real-life crime stories? Then True Crime 364.1 Book Club is for you! 364.1 is the Dewey Decimal number in the library for True Crime books. This club meets online on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.!

Florida Reflections: Music, Memory, and Seminole Life in Florida - with Rita Youngman

Thu, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Southeast Regional - Room A&B

Florida Reflections: Conversations on Florida's Contributions to the American Tale

Bring Your Own Craft

Fri, May 29, 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!

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 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!

Baby Storytime - (ages birth - 12 months)

Fri, May 29, 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.

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 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)

Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 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, May 28 2026 at 10:30am

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 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, May 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!

Teen Lab: Lego Stop Motion - (ages 12-17)

Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room

Bring your imagination to life by creating stop motion movies with Lego Minifigs! Discover how stop motion cartoons are made, from the very first sketch to the final frame. Plan a film with storyboarding, bring it to life through stop-motion magic, level it up with epic editing and sound effects, and finish with a bold title design that makes your film feel totally pro. Experiment, collaborate, and let your creativity take the spotlight!

Little Readers - (ages birth – 5)

Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 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 - (ages birth - 12 months)

Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area

Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us after Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.

Fri, May 29, 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!

Teentastic Fridays

Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highlands Regional

Teens will test their knowledge and skills and bond with new friends as they participate in Trivia Challenges, seasonal themed crafts, various games, puzzles, or simply enjoy some relaxation with coloring.

Lego Freestyle Friday - Every week at Maxville Library

Fri, May 29, 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.

Read Books with Billy, the Therapy Dog

Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

University Park Branch - Children's Area

Reading shouldn’t be a chore. Reading to our therapy dog Billy makes reading a fun adventure. Come meet Billy and practice your reading skills. 5+ (Ages under 8 with caregiver)

Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room

Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Ready to get puzzled? Drop in and put your problem-solving skills to the test! Come join us and put together some jigsaw puzzles. Enjoy the challenge of building alone or with family and friends. For school-age children and teens.

Turn Up for Tech (all ages)

Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

Press Our Buttons! - A Pinback Button-maker Craft

Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaches Branch - Children's Room

Drop in and 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.

Open Mic Poetry

Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

University Park Branch - Community Room A&B

Please join us for an Open Mic Poetry Night!. Poems, short stories, or songs are all welcome.

Fri, May 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room

Join us at Brown Eastside to read to Kiwi, a certified therapy dog! Participation is first come, first served.

TAB: Zombie Field Day - (ages 12-17)

Fri, May 29, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room

Get ready for Zombie Field Day, where survival is a game and every challenge could save your life! Roll for your zombie-fighting gadget, prove your survival skills in an eyeball relay, and reveal your zombie personality with bloody Rorschach tests. Then team up for Zombie Pandemic and see if you can deter the spreading zombie plague before it’s too late.