Books with Billy the Therapy Dog
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Friday, October 16
3:30pm - 4:30pm
University Park Branch
Children's AreaReading Books with Billy the Therapy Dog! Therapy dog-assisted reading gives children a unique experience, to read to a canine buddy in a safe environment.
Reading Books with Billy the Therapy Dog!
Therapy dog-assisted reading gives children a unique experience, to read to a canine buddy in a safe environment.
Therapy dogs are specially trained for this activity and can help reduce your child’s stress and anxiety. 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 3:30 and 4:30 pm to give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with a trained therapy dog.
Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This activity is for all ages (everyone). Attendance is limited.
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: | Tweens | School Age | Families | Everyone | Early Childhood |
EVENT TYPE: | Youth Program | Storytime | Families | Education | Authors, Books, and Writing |
University Park Branch
Phone: (904) 255-2665
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| Mon, Sep 21 | 12:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Sep 22 | 12:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 23 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 24 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 25 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 26 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Closed |
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Wed, Sep 30, 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!
Wed, Sep 30, 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, September 29 2026 at 11:00am
Wed, Sep 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Mandarin Branch - Conference 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, Sep 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Wed, Sep 30, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Bríndale a tu hijo las herramientas que necesita para comenzar la escuela con confianza—¡a través de historias que le encantarán! Acompáñanos en un cuentacuentos en español lleno de libros divertidos, música, movimiento y actividades dinámicas que ayudan a los niños a aprender, conectarse y recordar. Este programa es facilitado por dedicados voluntarios narradores de cuentos.¡Te esperamos!
Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaches Branch
Are you a knitter? Interested in learning how to knit? Come hang out with us at the Beaches Branch Library’s Conference room! 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Highlands Regional - Auditorium
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.
Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Sep 30, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
Battle it out in a Super Smash Brothers Ultimate bracket-style tournament! Limited to 12 participants. To register, you need to check out a book at Brentwood that day. Controllers and setup provided. For ages 12 - 17.
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Meeting Room
Join the fun and excitement each Wednesday with arts, crafts, and games for youth, ages 5 to 18, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. No registration required.
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beaches Branch
Join us and meet Ozzie, a therapy dog who loves to listen to children read. Bring the kids and let them practice their reading skills with a patient and loving therapy dog. For children ages 12 and under. This activity is allocated in 10 minute intervals and participation is first come, first served.
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project every week!
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Ready...set...SPIN! Join us at Brown Eastside Library to design your own spinning top, then put it to the test in an exciting battle arena. Experiment with balance, speed, and strategy to see whose top can outlast the competition and become the ultimate spinning champion! All materials provided.
Wed, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
This is a live play campaign where players can participate in a story ran by library staff.
Wed, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Meeting Room B
Think you know pop culture? Step up, answer fast, and compete in action-packed trivia rounds about cartoons, video games, books, weird history, and mythological lore to see who comes out on top. Test your wits, outsmart your friends, and become the ultimate fan by creating holographic stickers. (For ages 12–17)
Wed, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Community Room A&B
Wednesday Rewinds is a monthly program that showcases movies found on Kanopy, our library streaming service.
Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room C
Join us for Southeast's stitching group! Spend time with fellow stitchers while you work on a current project or start a new one
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Atrium,Community Room,Conference Room
Come one come all to the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Book sale! This sale is open to the general public and will run from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Get some great deals on gently used books and media. This program is offered by the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library.
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, September 30 2026 at 10:00am
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mandarin Branch - Children's 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!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 10:45am - 11:45am
San Marco Branch
Join us for crafting after Little Readers!
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mandarin Branch - Children's 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!
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Epic experiments, eerie mysteries, and electrifying discoveries await inside the Mad Science Teen Lab! Over four weeks, step into the shadows of science as you investigate the Werewolf, the Doctor, the Creature, and the Ghost. Each session, you’ll unleash hands‑on creations that blur the line between paranormal and mad genius: build a beating heart, brew glow‑in‑the‑dark potion slime, spark life with electric circuits, and conjure holograms that haunt the air. Will you brave the unknown and uncover the secrets lurking in the Mad Science Lab?
Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Activity Room
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, Oct 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
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.
Thu, Oct 01, 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, September 30 2026 at 12:30pm
Rescheduled
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, September 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional
This group provide a non-judgmental and supportive environment for adult writers (18 and older) of any skill level to share their work. Sharing works in progress, expanding on ideas about their writing and gaining general feedback are encouraged. Through discussion and questions, this group is meant to support self-expression and help lessen blocks/barriers to creativity and expand your writing skills!
Rescheduled
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New date Wednesday, October 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
Stop by to battle, trade, and chat about everyone's favorite Pocket Monsters!
Thu, Oct 01, 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 Thursday 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.
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Community Room
Join us for Turn Up for Tech where technology meets fun and games for the whole family! Explore the latest tech to complete new challenges every month. From robots to circuits and animation to coding, every month features a new way to interact with technology with your favorite librarian. Don't miss out! Drop in, explore, and play at your library today!
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - Community Room A&B
Children ages 5-12 are invited to join us for a pawesome educational visit from the Jacksonville Humane Society! Activities will include a read loud of animal themed children’s books, a Q&A, and lesson about the Jacksonville Humane Society, with a fun service project benefiting the dogs and cats at JHS.
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
Do you love Pokemon? Join us for a Pokemon fueled adventure at the Regency Library! Learn to play the card game, battle it out, and see if you can catch them all. We will have decks available to play with, but you are welcome to bring your own! This program is for children ages 5 to 14.
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's 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, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Oct 01, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Think you know pop culture? Step up, answer fast, and compete in action-packed trivia rounds about cartoons, video games, books, weird history, and mythological lore to see who comes out on top. Test your wits, outsmart your friends, and become the ultimate fan by creating holographic stickers. (For ages 12–17)
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Conference Room
Discovery Book Club brings together readers looking to explore different genres! Are you ready to take a chance on something new? If so, sign up here!
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Atrium,Community Room,Conference Room
Come one come all to the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Book sale! This sale is open to the general public and will run from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Get some great deals on gently used books and media. This program is offered by the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library.
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room,Conference Room
Friends of the Mandarin Library Book Sale. Shop this sale and stock up and save on books, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles. There's a wide selection of items for every age - children, teens, and adults.
$10 for a bag or $5 and under for individual items.
Cash Only.
Fri, Oct 02, 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!
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Drop-in and join other toddlers at the library to play!
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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!
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, October 1 2026 at 10:30am
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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!
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Mandarin Branch - Community Room A&B
Bríndale a tu hijo las herramientas que necesita para comenzar la escuela con confianza—¡a través de historias que le encantarán! Acompáñanos en un cuentacuentos en español lleno de libros divertidos, música, movimiento y actividades dinámicas que ayudan a los niños a aprender, conectarse y recordar. Este programa es facilitado por dedicados voluntarios narradores de cuentos.¡Te esperamos!
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Epic experiments, eerie mysteries, and electrifying discoveries await inside the Mad Science Teen Lab! Over four weeks, step into the shadows of science as you investigate the Werewolf, the Doctor, the Creature, and the Ghost. Each session, you’ll unleash hands‑on creations that blur the line between paranormal and mad genius: build a beating heart, brew glow‑in‑the‑dark potion slime, spark life with electric circuits, and conjure holograms that haunt the air. Will you brave the unknown and uncover the secrets lurking in the Mad Science Lab?
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, October 1 2026 at 11:30am
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Children's Area
Spend some reading time with therapy dog Harpo and her human, Ms. Leslie. sign up for reading time is with a staff member. These slots are first come, first serve. No registration required. This will be in the children's area. The time will start at 3:30 P.M.
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
See if you come out on top at our Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament, featuring free-play, live commentary, Nintendo themed trophies, and more! Show up early to practice and secure your spot. Ages 10+. Registration is NOT required.
Fri, Oct 02, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Think you know pop culture? Step up, answer fast, and compete in action-packed trivia rounds about cartoons, video games, books, weird history, and mythological lore to see who comes out on top. Test your wits, outsmart your friends, and become the ultimate fan by creating holographic stickers. (For ages 12–17)
Sat, Oct 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Zine/Local Author Collection
Join comic book creators to discuss the craft of comics.
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Community Room,Conference Room
Friends of the Mandarin Library Book Sale. Shop this sale and stock up and save on books, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles. There's a wide selection of items for every age - children, teens, and adults.
$10 for a bag or $5 and under for individual items.
Cash Only.
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Atrium,Community Room,Conference Room
Friends of the Beaches Branch Library Book Sale- Bag Day! Fill a bag for $12.00. This program is offered by the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library.
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's Room
Drop-in and join us for a fun and easy craft while supplies last. All ages are welcome.
Sat, Oct 03, 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!
Sat, Oct 03, 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!
Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Willow Branch - Meeting Room
Come and join us while stitching your current project!
Sat, Oct 03, 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!
Sat, Oct 03, 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!
Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Explore the River City Readers Bookmobile and borrow books from the library!
Sat, Oct 03, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
University Park Branch - Community Room A&B
Enemies-to-lovers, Love Triangles, Vampires... Join us at the Kiss and Tell Romance Book Club to bite into some juicy romance books.
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Conference Level Learning Space
In this workshop, participants will write and polish a short piece of "flash fiction." Learn editing tricks and a few behind-the-scenes secrets of publication with award-winning Florida author, Crissa-Jean Chappell.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - 3 West
History Chat is a one hour program in which a lecturer speaks about a topic in local or national history followed by an audience Q&A session.
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
For Teens Ages 12-18 Only! Join our library worker led craft or bring your own! Crafts include perler beads, Kandi bracelets, and more. Music, vibes, and art materials provided!
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Create something new or bring your works in progress.
Sat, Oct 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch - Public 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!
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
Come read one-on-one to a trained therapy dog, Birdie. This activity is allocated in 10-minute increments. This event is for children ages 5-12.
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch
Brush up on your chess skills or learn from scratch. This informal gathering welcomes any level of mastery. Come enjoy an age-old game with your fellow customers.
Sat, Oct 03, 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,
(S) 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. No registration required.