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Lit Chat Author Talk with Del Sandeen
"These Walls Remember"
2026-08-31 19:00:00
2026-08-31 19:30:00
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Lit Chat Author Talk with Del Sandeen
Del Sandeen lives in Northeast Florida, where she works as a writer and copy editor. She also writes speculative and horror fiction. She is the author of THIS CURSED HOUSE and THESE WALLS REMEMBER (August 2026).
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Monday, August 31
7:00pm - 7:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional
Community Room A&BDel Sandeen lives in Northeast Florida, where she works as a writer and copy editor. She also writes speculative and horror fiction. She is the author of THIS CURSED HOUSE and THESE WALLS REMEMBER (August 2026).
More about the Author: Del Sandeen lives in Northeast Florida, where she works as a writer and copy editor. She also writes speculative and horror fiction. Her work has appeared in FIYAH: Speculative Literary Magazine, Uncanny Magazine, Nightlight Podcast, and Gay magazine. She is the author of THIS CURSED HOUSE and THESE WALLS REMEMBER (August 2026). She can be found on Twitter and Instagram @DelSandeen.
This Lit Chat Author Talk is a 30-minute program consisting of a 20-minute presentation by author Del Sandeen and 10 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow, books will not be sold on site, but you are welcome to bring your own or we will have bookplates available for Del to sign and you can stick them on to your copy. If you don't already own Del's books, you can purchase a copy at local bookstore San Marco Books and More or online at Bookshop.org.
Did you know that all of our Lit Chat authors' books count toward your Jax Stacks Reading Challenge completion? Find out what other authors we're hosting this year and join in the fun!
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 already have one, you can apply for a library card online.
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: | Thriller | readjax | Local Author | Lit Chat | adult programs |
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Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
San Marco Branch - Children's Department
Join us each week to create a new craft related to the summer reading theme - Unearth a Story! Earn a Reading Dragons and Friends card each time you attend. For ages 5-12.
Tue, Jul 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Join us on Tuesdays for a 60 minute gentle class that adapts yoga poses using a chair. You will also learn techniques to calm the mind and body that can be practiced anywhere. All levels and abilities are welcome. This is Yoga for Everybody and Every Body. This program is offered and made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library. Contact : ejwmax@gmail.com
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
Drop-In each Tuesday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm and make a fun craft. Each week is a different craft.
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
TCG Tuesday - Kids will learn how to play a trading card game of their choice (Pokémon or Magic: the Gathering) together and learn how to compete with each other.
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
Learn how to stream and download eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video using digital media services such as Libby, Hoopla, and Kanopy. This drop-in activity will be located at the tables near the adult public computers. Please bring your library card and device.
Tue, Jul 21, 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!
Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beaches Branch - Community Room
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Tue, Jul 21, 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!
Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Journey to Pyrrhia for the ultimate summer adventure. Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to find your dragon tribe, design your own dragon trading cards, and compete in epic dragon battles in a game of strategy and whit inspired by our featured book: Wings of Fire: Legends: Darkstalker by Tui T Sutherland. (For ages 12-17)
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
This series guides students through creative prompts designed to encourage self-expression, exploration, and confidence in their artistic abilities, no matter their level of experience. Students will be introduced to different forms of creating (including painting, crafting, sculpting, and mixed media) while learning to think creatively, work collaboratively, and embrace their own artistic voice. Students will be introduced to influential artists and creative styles from various backgrounds, allowing them to gain inspiration, cultural awareness, and a deeper understanding of how art can be used to tell stories, build community, and inspire change.
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5–8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Dig into adventure at our hands-on Fossil Dig! Young explorers will learn the basics of fossil science before using real digging tools to excavate hidden fossils from large kinetic sand dig sites. Each participant gets to uncover, identify, and take home their own fossil finds. Perfect for curious kids who love STEM, science, and discovery!
Tue, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Magazine Galley
Drop-in to craft and chat with us! Learn how to make a new project each month, while supplies last. Supplies for our projects are generously provided with funds raised by the Friends of the Mandarin Branch Library. Every third Tuesday of the month will be for crochet!
Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Drop in at South Mandarin Branch Library to play board games featuring new and old favorites! While here, grab a snack and have some fun with friends or make some new ones!
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Do you love cozy fantasy? Is sweet romantasy is your new favorite genre? Looking to expand your reading horizons? If the answer to any of those questions is yes, then Ravenous Readers is the book club for you! We meet every third Tuesday of the month at 6 PM to discuss a different piece of genre fiction.
This event is full
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
This Life Lab will help you build confidence for biking in Jacksonville for commuting or leisure and for fixing a flat.
Cancelled
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
University Park Branch
Join us every other Tuesday between the hours of 6pm and 7pm for an exclusive club filled with fun activities and games of YOUR choosing!
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Branch - Meeting Room 114
Do you enjoy talking with others about books you've read? We read and chat about a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. Nuts About Reading will meet on the third Tuesday of the month.
Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with FREE help from local, trained professionals!
Wed, Jul 22, 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, July 21 2026 at 10:00am
Wed, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Argyle Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beaches Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
West Branch - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 10:40am - 11:00am
Regency Square Branch - Children's Department
Does your child like arts and crafts? Join us in-between Little Readers for a simple craft based on the theme from story time! For children walking to 5 years of age with an adult caregiver.
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Argyle Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
Your child enjoys stories, music, and movement in a small, welcoming environment. That’s why our program, designed for children ages 2–5 with sensory sensitivities, combines traditional storytime components with supportive elements. We’ve also limited attendance to enhance the experience.
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Regency Square Branch - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5–8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 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, July 21 2026 at 11:00am
Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Take control of your summer! Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to plan a summer party for teens by teens with decorations, activities, games, and prizes. Vote for the theme and make your voice matter! (For ages 12-17)
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Come join us and create dinosaurs out of Legos!
Wed, Jul 22, 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!
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside for an hour of soothing music and relaxing watercolor! All materials provided.
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Join us for a fun-filled 4-week journey as we dive into the world of visual storytelling and sequential art! You'll unleash your creativity as you produce your own comics. Each week, we’ll play art games that spark your imagination and explore a range of traditional and contemporary cartooning examples to broaden your comic-making skills. Get ready to experiment with different genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and auto-bio comics—it's your chance to share your stories in a unique way! As the weeks go by, you’ll pick up essential drawing and inking techniques to take your creative projects to the next level. This class, taught by professional artist and art educator, Thony Aiuppy, is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the South Mandarin Branch Library.
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Marco Branch - 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!
Wed, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Attention, Junior Scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 5–8 features a book and science activities that encourage deep thinking, inquiry, and fun. Each week we will use a variety of materials to explore a scientific concept.
Wed, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room
Get ready to get creative! Junior Artists (ages 5-8) is a live art program. Each week we read an exciting book and then create artwork inspired by our theme.
Wed, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join the fun and excitement with arts, crafts, and games for youth, ages 5 to 18, (W) 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. No registration required.
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project every week!
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
If your little one is in need of some fun and creativity, "Bored? Build!" is the perfect solution! Join us for a hands-on activity where kids can dive into a world of imagination. From building with Legos to creating exciting structures with building squares and more. This is the place to let their creativity run wild. Bring your young builder and watch them create, explore, and play!
Wed, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
A real time play and learn Dungeons and Dragons event for all ages.
Wed, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Meeting Room B
Journey to Pyrrhia for the ultimate summer adventure. Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to find your dragon tribe, design your own dragon trading cards, and compete in epic dragon battles in a game of strategy and whit inspired by our featured book: Wings of Fire: Legends: Darkstalker by Tui T Sutherland. (For ages 12-17)
Wed, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Branch - Virtual Room 3
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 22 2026 at 10:00am
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
Join us in the Children’s department before or after the Little Readers program to make and take a fun craft relating to today’s story time.
Thu, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Argyle Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beaches Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Thu, Jul 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Drop-in and join other toddlers at the library to play!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:45am - 11:45am
San Marco Branch
Join us for crafting after Little Readers!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Argyle Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch - Community Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Epic quests, cunning tricksters, monstrous adversaries, and unexpected adventures are just a page away! Each week compete in live action games, debate Would You Rathers, and dominate in trivia as you explore the creatures, beings, and stories from mythology and folklore around the world. Will you answer the call to navigate your own Epic story where danger lurks around every corner?
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Community Room A&B
Attention, aspiring scientists! This STEM-based program for ages 9–12 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.
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
Bring whatever craft project you are working on, knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, etc., and join us to Sit and Stitch.
Thu, Jul 23, 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!
Thu, Jul 23, 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, July 22 2026 at 12:30pm
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
University Park Branch - Center for Adult Learning Classroom
Come and hangout at the library to play games, watch movies, and craft during summer break!
Ages 8 - 12.
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Westbrook Branch
In this hands-on class from Bloom Lab, students will learn how to turn ideas into real business concepts. They explore problem-solving, branding, pricing, and product creation through interactive activities and team collaboration. Each day builds toward developing a business and strengthening communication skills. The experience ends with students confidently pitching their ideas and showcasing what they’ve created.
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
Collect the cards! Join the fight! Compete in a friendly tournament to put your Reading Dragons & Friends cards to the test. This activity is designed for ages 8 and up.
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Children's Area
Ready to trade dragons? Or maybe you like to battle? How about designing your own creature to use in battles? Join us from 2pm to 4pm to do any of these things! Staff and friends will be available to help anyone who has never played before.
Event is suitable for school-age youth.
Thu, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
We supply the materials, you create the craft! Teens are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and fun.
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Branch
After several weeks of adopting your dinosaur, it's time to celebrate! Please join us for a 'Dinolympics', where everyone is expected to race against the clock & other teams to win the Dinosaur Olympics!
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department,Webb Children's Green Room
Drop in and celebrate the end of our summer of fun and learning. Join us for activities in the library. Kids and teens in attendance will receive their final free summer prize book!
Thu, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Play for Team Marsh or Team Cope as you race to have the best fossil collection of the 20th century! If you have been collecting Reading Dragons cards this summer bring your collection and if not cards will be provided.
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Join us to kick back, relax, and play Minecraft with your peers.
Thu, Jul 23, 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.
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Jul 23, 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.
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us for Turn Up for Tech where technology meets fun and games for the whole family! Explore the latest tech to complete new challenges every month. From robots to circuits and animation to coding, every month features a new way to interact with technology with your favorite librarian. Don't miss out! Drop in, explore, and play at your library today!
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
Some LEGO projects are just too big to tackle on your own. But never fear, your friends are here! Build relationships and a unique LEGO house, then add it to the community build to create a one-of-a-kind LEGO city!
Get ready for fun, friendship, and fantastic creations as you discover your inner LEGO City Builder!
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Argyle Branch - Teen Area
Make and decorate one of several different types of bookmarks at the Argyle Library
Thu, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Jul 23, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Journey to Pyrrhia for the ultimate summer adventure. Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to find your dragon tribe, design your own dragon trading cards, and compete in epic dragon battles in a game of strategy and whit inspired by our featured book: Wings of Fire: Legends: Darkstalker by Tui T Sutherland. (For ages 12-17)
Thu, Jul 23, 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.
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Argyle Branch - Study Room 121
Bring whatever craft you're working on, whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery or paper flowers! Drop in and chat!
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
This event is full
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Explore the River City Readers Bookmobile and borrow books from the library!
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beaches Branch
Show us your artistic talents as we decorate the library's sidewalk. Chalk and freeze pops will be provided. All ages are welcome.
Fri, Jul 24, 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, July 23 2026 at 10:30am
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Epic quests, cunning tricksters, monstrous adversaries, and unexpected adventures are just a page away! Each week compete in live action games, debate Would You Rathers, and dominate in trivia as you explore the creatures, beings, and stories from mythology and folklore around the world. Will you answer the call to navigate your own Epic story where danger lurks around every corner?
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
Fri, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 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, July 23 2026 at 11:30am
Fri, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Drop in and join up with other teens at the South Mandarin Branch Library for multiplayer gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Game options include Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Mario Party Superstars, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Nintendo Switch Sports.
Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
For ages 12-18 years old! A teen building Legos is basically a master of advanced engineering, sustained silence, and unintentional floor-mine deployment. It is the ultimate exercise in assembling tiny plastic pieces.
Fri, Jul 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside to stretch your imagination with some toy brick building!
Fri, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 3:20pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Join us and listen to a librarian read a few of their favorite stories. Then attendees are encouraged to share their own favorite stories with friends and family or read quietly on their own. Participants that read for 20 minutes will be able to choose a small prize from our treasure chest while supplies last. Youth of all ages are welcome.
Fri, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highlands Regional
🎉 Calling All Teens! 🎉 Looking for a fun way to kick off your Friday? Hang out in the Highlands Teen Area every other Friday for an awesome mix of games, crafts, challenges, and chill time! Put your knowledge to the test with trivia competitions, get creative with seasonal crafts, tackle puzzles, play exciting games, and connect with friends—whether you're making new ones or bringing your old ones. Want something more low-key? Grab some coloring supplies and relax in a welcoming space designed just for teens. Come join the fun, show off your skills, and make every other Friday something to look forward to! 😎✨
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
Fri, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Ready to get puzzled? Drop in and put your problem-solving skills to the test! Come join us and put together some jigsaw puzzles. Enjoy the challenge of building alone or with family and friends. For school-age children and teens.
Fri, Jul 24, 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!
Fri, Jul 24, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Journey to Pyrrhia for the ultimate summer adventure. Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library to find your dragon tribe, design your own dragon trading cards, and compete in epic dragon battles in a game of strategy and whit inspired by our featured book: Wings of Fire: Legends: Darkstalker by Tui T Sutherland. (For ages 12-17)