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Writer's Lab: Polishing Your First Draft to Perfection
with Melody Johnson, First Coast Romance Writers
2027-04-03 10:30:00
2027-04-03 12:00:00
America/New_York
Writer's Lab: Polishing Your First Draft to Perfection
Have you written a novel but aren’t sure what comes next? It’s time to self-edit! Feedback from fellow authors and beta readers is invaluable, but before you submit your manuscript to agents, editors or Amazon, it needs your critical eye. In this hands-on writing workshop, you’ll learn practical tips and tricks for strengthening your prose, spotting common writing pitfalls, and polishing your first draft. Bring the first page of your manuscript, and we’ll put these techniques to work!
Main Library - Conference Level Learning Space
Saturday, April 03
10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Conference Level Learning SpaceHave you written a novel but aren’t sure what comes next? It’s time to self-edit! Feedback from fellow authors and beta readers is invaluable, but before you submit your manuscript to agents, editors or Amazon, it needs your critical eye. In this hands-on writing workshop, you’ll learn practical tips and tricks for strengthening your prose, spotting common writing pitfalls, and polishing your first draft. Bring the first page of your manuscript, and we’ll put these techniques to work!
About the Presenter:
Melody Johnson is the award-winning author of twelve published novels and anthology contributions. From an early age, she began writing romances about sassy, dragon-slaying heroines and swoon-worthy heroes—and she’ll never stop hunting those happily ever afters.
Earning the 2021 Maggie Award of Excellence, Beyond the Next Star is an exciting branch from Melody’s paranormal romance roots, keeping the dark grit from her Night Blood series and launching it to new worlds. Sherrilyn Kenyon, New York Times and international bestselling author of the Dark-Hunters® series, praised Sight Beyond the Sun as, “Unforgettable; this book stays with you long after you leave it.”
A longstanding member of First Coast Romance Writers, Melody has contributed to several fundraising anthologies, benefiting the non-profit’s mission to provide educational workshops for its members. Her Witchy Business short story romantic comedies featured in those anthologies showcase small town magic brewing with big girl problems. In her free time, Melody is a voracious reader and particularly enjoys the same tropes she loves writing: enemies-to-lovers, slow burns, and high spice.
Melody Johnson presents a 90-minute hands on workshop on techniques to edit and polish manuscripts.
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.
All registered seats will be forfeited at 10:25 am and made available to waitlisted and walk-in attendees. Registered attendees arriving after this time will be seated if seats are available.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.
This project has been funded under the provisions of the State Aid to Libraries Grant program, administered by the Florida Department of State's Division of Library and Information Services.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Authors, Books, and Writing |
TAGS: | Writer's Lab | Fiction | adult programs |
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You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
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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!
Cancelled
Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Branch
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Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Beginner, above for more information.
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Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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Mon, Oct 26, 11:15am - 11:55am
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
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Willow 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!
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Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
Put your puzzle solving skills to the test with this Escape Room in a Box! Can you uncover the mysteries that will let you into the Breakout Box? This activity is designed for ages 12 to 17.
Mon, Oct 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity 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!
Mon, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Children's Area
Join us each Monday in the Children's Area to learn the basics of chess or to play against other players!
Mon, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
Join us for a chance to explore your creativity and learn a new craft. All materials provided. No registration required.
Mon, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Children's Room
Kickstart your family's week with imagination and whimsy at the South Mandarin Branch Library! Drop in for a craft inspired by our staff's favorite picture books!
Mon, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Mandarin Branch
Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Drop in and 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.
Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
Join us Monday evenings in Murray Hill as we collaborate on a zine together, with a new theme every week. All materials needed are provided, but feel free to bring your favorites along.
Tue, Oct 27, 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Tue, Oct 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Southeast 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Tue, Oct 27, 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southeast 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Terry Children's Theater
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.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Branch
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
South Mandarin Branch
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.
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Argyle Branch - Children's Area
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.
Tue, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Willow Branch - Children's 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Brentwood Branch - First Floor Meeting Space
How fast can you write a tale to scare?
Participants will have 20 minutes to write a scary story with 4 random surprise elements decided by dice roll, then all attendees will vote on the scariest.
The writings will be used, with author permission, in a library display with the winner of the vote getting their story in the center.
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
University Park Branch - Conference Room 900
Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library for an exploration of horror filmmaking where every scream, shadow, and sinister twist is yours to create. Master practical effects with SFX makeup, test your reflexes in a rapid‑fire horror movie sound challenge, and roll for an original movie plot to create your own nightmarish movie poster inspired by our featured book How to Survive a Horror Movie by Scarlett Dunmore. (For ages 12–17)
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Regency Square Branch - Children's Department
Drop in at the Regency Square Library to play new and old favorite board games and card games!
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
It's a family friendly game night. Children are welcome to participate on their own, or with their families. No registration required.
Tue, Oct 27, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Brown Eastside Branch - Activity Room
Join us at Brown Eastside as we create pixel art using Perler Beads!
Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Southeast Regional - Children's Room
Come join us for crafts and activities. Our Halloween Costume Parade will begin at 5:00pm.
Tue, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Willow Branch - Fiction Area
Whether you can name every Robin from memory or you liked that one episode of Watchmen on HBO, the Comic Club is here for you!
Tue, Oct 27, 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!
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Teen Room
Drop in to South Mandarin Branch Library for a screaming good time! No jump scares, just some spooktacular fun filled with games, contests and treats! Costumes are optional.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Southeast Regional - Room C
FCEA Tech Lab is a weekly hands-on technology meetup where makers ages 8 to 17 explore the exciting world of technology through creative challenges, collaborative projects, and real-world experimentation. Every mission introduces something new to discover, build, or invent—no experience required, just curiosity.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Join us at SOM for ghouls, games, and goo! Drop in to join other kids in some fun Halloween themed science experiments (exploding pumpkin, disappearing candy corn), play a game of cemetery, and make some Halloween goo to take home. Costumes are optional. Ages 8-12.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Magazine Galley
Life Labs are free workshops offered by trained professionals and volunteers that focus on improving your day to day life. These programs cover a wide range of workshops from gardening to small business needs. No need to bring anything but yourself to participate!
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beaches Branch - Conference Room
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.
Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Center for Adult Learning Classroom
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!
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Branch
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Argyle 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
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, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
West Branch - Non-Fiction Window
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, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Willow 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Argyle 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Regency Square Branch - Children's Story Area
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Branch
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Beginner, above for more information.
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
University Park Branch - Children's 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - Non-Fiction Window
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, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Willow 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bradham and Brooks Branch
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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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! 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, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch - Meeting Room
You want your child to have all the tools they need to start school. Here’s the toolbox! Let’s start with a story that your child will love, and add music, get everyone up and moving and sprinkle in other fun to make it all stick. We’re saving a spot for you!
Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Highlands Regional - Children's Open Area
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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Regional - Study Room F
Come join us to learn about accessing library technology and resources.
Wed, Oct 28, 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 13 - 17.
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Argyle Branch - Children's 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mandarin Branch - Children's 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, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Westbrook Branch - Public Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
San Marco Branch - Teen Area
For bookworms ages 12 - 17. Stop by the Teen Area to chat about what you're currently reading - and get recommendations from library staff!
Wed, Oct 28, 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 increments and participation is first come, first served.
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas Graham Branch - Children's Area
Wednesday events will be: 10/14 - Gem Mining and 10/28 - Leaf Suncatcher Art. the fun and activities will take place in the Children's Area. All school age kids are invited. No registration required. Activities start at 3:30 P.M.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaches Branch - Children's 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Express your creativity with a new art project every week!
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Children's Room
Join us for some spooktacular family fun! Drop in between 4 and 5 PM with your "boos and ghouls" to celebrate Halloween at the Pablo Creek Library!
Wed, Oct 28, 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 snacks. All materials provided
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Meeting Room C
Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library for an exploration of horror filmmaking where every scream, shadow, and sinister twist is yours to create. Master practical effects with SFX makeup, test your reflexes in a rapid‑fire horror movie sound challenge, and roll for an original movie plot to create your own nightmarish movie poster inspired by our featured book How to Survive a Horror Movie by Scarlett Dunmore. (For ages 12–17)
Wed, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Park Branch - Children's Area
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Wed, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Mandarin Branch - Conference Room
Do you love comics and graphic novels? If so, this drop-in activity is for you! Learn how to make your own comics and have fun with friends while you create. Ages 8-12.
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Mandarin Branch
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.
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Branch
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Intermediate, above for more information.
Thu, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Argyle 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 29, 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 29, 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 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pablo Creek Regional - 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.
Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 10:15am
Thu, Oct 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!
Thu, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Oct 29, 10:45am - 11:45am
San Marco Branch
Join us for crafting after Little Readers!
Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Argyle 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 29, 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 29, 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 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Are you ready to reveal what lurks in the shadows? Over four chilling weeks, craft zines that twist nightmares into narratives, monsters into main characters, and haunted spaces into handmade worlds. With inspiration from Eliza and Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia, this program is all about celebrating the horror genre. Each session unlocks a new form of eerie expression: mega zines that burst with dread, digital monsters stitched from pixels, 3D haunted houses that rise from the page, and cursed collages that whisper their own dark stories. Will you dare to publish the horrors hiding in your mind?
Thu, Oct 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!
Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Pablo Creek Regional - 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.
Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 11:15am
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Branch
Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Click on the title, Conversation Essentials: Beginner, above for more information.
Thu, Oct 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 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 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Argyle Branch - Teen Area
Embellish, change, and modify pictures of anime characters you might know and like
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 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 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brentwood Branch
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 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! 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.
Thu, Oct 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional - Children's Department
Explore popular fandoms each week with games, puzzles, challenges, and more!
Thu, Oct 29, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Pablo Creek Regional - Teen Room
Meet up with other teens at Jacksonville Public Library for an exploration of horror filmmaking where every scream, shadow, and sinister twist is yours to create. Master practical effects with SFX makeup, test your reflexes in a rapid‑fire horror movie sound challenge, and roll for an original movie plot to create your own nightmarish movie poster inspired by our featured book How to Survive a Horror Movie by Scarlett Dunmore. (For ages 12–17)
Thu, Oct 29, 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.