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Jacksonville Public Library Blog

Celebrate Poets and Poetry this April with the Library

Whether you're looking to create or just get inspired, the Library has plenty of poetry collections, novels-in-verse, and more for poets and poetry lovers.

Junior Lit Chat with author/illustrator Oge Mora at Family Reading Day

Author Oge Mora with book covers for Thank You Omu, Saturday, and More or Less

Books have the power to spark imagination, just like magic! Join us on Saturday, April 25, for this year’s Family Reading Day with Oge Mora.

Celebrate Reading Week 2026: Reading is Magic

Jacksonville's annual Celebrate Reading Week returns April 19-25. This year's theme is Reading is Magic and the week ends with Family Reading Day at Main Library.

Get the "Untold" Story of Riverside's Life Sculpture with Wayne Wood

Dr. Wayne Wood joins us this April to tell the remarkable story of the sculptor who created the statue 'Life" in Jacksonville's Memorial Park.

Plant Stories: Children's Books to Foster a Greener, Kinder World

This year's theme for International Children's Book Day showcases the power of stories to foster a greener, kinder world.

Art Walk April: Kona Skatepark and Architecture in Watercolor

'We are open for Art Walk' in neon lights on a dark background

Celebrate our community's creative talent with us at Art Walk, on the first Wednesday of each month in Downtown Jacksonville. This April 1st, the Main Library stays open until 9 p.m. for the festivities. Pick up a Map & Guide to the Main Library on your way in. During your visit, you'll find plenty of public art, a huge vintage map collection, and activities for everyone.