Jacksonville Public Library Blog

Fourth Annual Duval Comic and Zine Fest

We are proud to host the fourth annual Duval Comic and Zine Fest in downtown Jacksonville from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, at the Main Library.

This June: Celebrate Rainbow Books and Families

Rainbow Book Month™ is a nationwide celebration of the authors and writings that reflect the lives and experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Free Author Talks and Workshops for Adults this June

Never stop learning! Join a Library Book Club, meet bestselling authors and up-and-coming local writers, learn how to write your own books, and more!

Books Celebrating Caribbean American Heritage

National Caribbean American Heritage Month

Celebrate the vibrant and diverse mix of traditions, customs and historical contributions of Caribbean Americans with books from the Library.

Lit Chat with Osa Atoe at Duval Comic and Zine Fest

Meet the creator of the punk zine, Shotgun Seamstress, live at the fourth annual Duval Comic and Zine Fest at the Main Library.

Life Lab Workshops in June: Gardening and Entrepreneurship

Learn how to grow your own garden, start a small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with free workshops at the Library!

Lit Chat with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Kevin Sack

Mother Emanuel is a sweeping history of the first AME church in the South and a profound story of courage and grace amid the fight for racial justice.

June Art Walk: Meet Over 20 Local Artists

Celebrate our community's deep pool of creative talent on the first Wednesday of each month! The Main Library stays open until 9 p.m. for the event!

See What Our Book Clubs Are Reading this June

Prepping for your next road trip or you're looking for your next beach read? Our Library Book Clubs have some great reading recommendations this June.