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Jacksonville Public Library Blog

Friends of Murray Hill Library Used Book Sale

Join the Friends of the Murray Hill Library for its next book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 31.

Cash & Scholarships for Young Writers & Performers

James Weldoh Johnson Young Writers Festival

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.

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.

Books to Read for Jewish American Heritage Month

Celebrate the vibrant and varied American Jewish experience and the true stories of those who contributed to American history, culture and society.

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).

Never Stop Learning with Free Adult Programs this May

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!

May Art Walk: Take an Art Tour or Make a Zine

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!

Lit Chat with NYT Bestselling Author Marie Bostwick

The Book Club for Troublesome Women is a perfect book "for those who love book clubs, nostalgia for the 1960s, and stories of female friendship."

Screening Room: Mele Murals by Tadashi Nakamura

Watch and discuss an award-winning film on the transformative power of modern graffiti art, set against the resurgence of Hawaiian language and culture.