2025 Summer Reading Recommendations for Kids, Teens and Adults
Make the Jacksonville Public Library - and reading - part of your summer from June 2 through August 2!
All Jacksonville Public Library locations will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day.
Bradham and Brooks Branch library is closed Tuesday, May 27 to Tuesday, June 3 for facilities upgrades.
Jacksonville Public Library Blog
History Chat: The Beginnings of a Bioswale with Jimmy Orth
Learn how and why the bioswale was installed, the challenges faced, and why these type of projects are beneficial for our river and communities.
Cash & Scholarships for Young Writers & Performers
Students in grades 3-12: Win cash and scholarships in the Friends of Brentwood Library's annual James Weldon Johnson Young Writer's Festival! Deadline: June 2, 2025.
Call for Memories: Share Your San Marco Photos and Stories
Jacksonville Public Library is commemorating the 75th anniversary of San Marco Branch Library with a Call for Memories and a series of public programs focused on the past, present and future of the neighborhood. This year-long celebration of the San Marco community, its residents and their library officially kicked off in January. But you can start donating your family's photos and contributing your library stories to the San Marco Memories project right now!
Friends of the Mandarin Library Summer Book Sale
Start your summer reading with a book sale that's too hot to miss! Proceeds are used to enhance programs and services at the Mandarin Library.
Junior Lit Chat and Book Giveaway with Author Greg Neri
Michael L. Printz and Coretta Scott King award-winning author Greg Neri comes to Jacksonville Public Library to inspire the next generation of writers.
Summer Coding Camps at the Library
This summer, our partners from First Coast Esports Alliance hosts two free coding camps for aspiring game designers and developers at the Library.
What to Read for Military Appreciation Month
National Military Appreciation Month recognizes the incredible service, sacrifices and dedication of all members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.
Small Business Newsletter: Podcasting for a Profit
Have you considered podcasting as a business or as a way to promote your business? It can be a lucrative side hustle or a way to promote your business.
Books About Mothers and Motherhood
Your librarians at Jacksonville Public Library have put together a few recommendations this month to help you mark Mother's Day in style (or find a last minute gift idea for that awesome, book-loving mom in your life).
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