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.
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Forward Thinking Panel
Forward Thinking: The Evolution of Fandom (Panel Discussion)
Pop culture and the ways we engage with it have changed a lot over the years and it's evolving even more rapidly in the age of social media, influencers, review sites, BookTok, Instagram and AI. Discuss the past, present and future of fandom in this 40-minute conversation between a moderator and four panelists, followed by 20 minutes of audience Q&A.
Forward Thinking: San Marco Branch Library's 75th Anniversary
Jacksonville Public Library is commemorating the 75th anniversary of San Marco Branch Library with 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 kicks off this January!
Forward Thinking Panel: Eastside's Future with Florida Main Street
Recently, Historic Eastside neighborhood was added to the Florida Main Street Program. This September, a panel of community leaders will meet at the Main Library to discuss what this means for the historic African American community and what's next in its rich history. This program was made possible by a grant from the Mellon Foundation.
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