Adult Programs 2025

A general overview of the origins of the Black Seminoles of Florida, their impact in the Seminole Wars, and their legacy after being exiled from Florida.

Local author Catherine Wu's debut novel explores cultural heritage and its relevance to modern life through one character's journey of self-discovery.

Just in time for Halloween: Award-winning author Gabino Iglesias stops by West Branch Library to talk with fans of horror and aspiring local authors.

Halloween is almost here and with it comes spooky reading recommendations and an interview with a genre-bending novelist and horror columnist.

As one of the pioneer folklore collectors during the first half of the 20th century, Stetson Kennedy is best known for having infiltrated the Ku Klux Klan.

Spooky season is here! If you're looking for chillers, thrillers, or stories of real-life serial killers, join us at a Library Book Club this October!

Embracing Dyslexia is a documentary film that helps educators and parents better understand dyslexia in order to give students a chance at success.

This September, join us for our biggest, boldest celebration of authors, authorship, and the written word. Jax Book Fest returns September 13 and 20.

Invite a friend to your favorite library book club this month! September is a great time to remind them of the value of their Jacksonville Public Library card.

The Jacksonville neighborhood of Mixon Town (originally known as West Lewisville) was first established in the late 1880s.