#Wintery Wonderlands
We may not get much snow here on the First Coast, but that doesn't mean you can't still dream about snowy winter fun! Do you wanna build a snowman with your favorite Disney character? Do you wish you and your kids could sled down the side of a big hill? Have a snowball fight?
Choose your winter adventure at the Library!
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#Winter Break Fun
The kids are home from school, family is in town to visit and you need something fun for the whole family to do (or maybe just a quiet place to escape). Look no further than the Library for great ideas during your winter break! Make plans to read, play, create, and have fun with us at the library this holiday season.
Holiday Hours: All Libraries are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 24-25, and Wednesday, January 1. Note: Please check the online events calendar for the week of December 23-28 as some programs have been rescheduled.
#Writing Contest
The Kids Hope Alliance and Jacksonville Public Library are hosting a Book Review Writing Contest for kids and teens!
Prompt: What is your favorite book and why do you recommend it?
Open to all Duval County youth! Book reviews may include text or drawings but must not exceed 300 words. A cash prize of $100 will be awarded in four age groups (K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12) for the most persuasive book reviews. Entries are due on February 22 via email to ilovebooks@coj.net.
This contest is part of Jacksonville's Celebrate Reading Week (March 3-9, 2025). Winners will be notified March 5 and announced at the Family Reading Day Celebration on Saturday, March 8.
Read more on our Book Review Writing Contest blog.
