Jax Book Fest Writers' Day with National Book Award Winner Tiya Miles
Pick from over a dozen different Writer's Lab workshops—lead by publishers, authors, and other industry insiders—at Jax Book Fest: Writers' Day.
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Jacksonville Public Library Blog
Jax Art Walk this September: First Wednesday Experience
Celebrate our community's deep pool of creative talent with us on the first Wednesday of each month in Downtown Jacksonville. The Main Library stays open until 9 p.m. for the festivities.
For the Book Lovers: Celebrating National Book Lovers Day
At Jacksonville Public Library, we celebrate book lovers every day! Get great book recommendations, join a Book Club, and more.
Celebrate Contemporary and Genre-Bending Romance this August
August is both Read-a-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month. So, what better time to explore a little of what this genre has to offer!
Forward Thinking: Mixon Town, a Historic African American Community
The Jacksonville neighborhood of Mixon Town (originally known as West Lewisville) was first established in the late 1880s.
Lit Chat Interview with Shark Scientist and Author Jasmin Graham
Jasmin Graham discusses her love for sharks and her mission to promote diversity in marine biology with Kelsi Hasden.
Free Programs and Workshops for Adults this August
Join us this month as we commemorate the 65th anniversary of Ax Handle Saturday, follow the adventures of a rouge shark scientist, and more.
Library Book Club Picks for August 2025
The summer reading season might be coming to a close but there's always one good reason or another to check out a book, including Book Clubs!
History Chat: Ax Handle Saturday 65th Anniversary
On Saturday, August 27, 1960, a violent attack against Black demonstrators occurred at sit-in protests at segregated lunch counters in Jacksonville.
A Back to School Bash and Book Recommendations
Summer is almost over... and while that means an end to summer reading, there are lots of reasons to get excited about going back to school!
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