Bill Brinton Murray Hill Library will be closed for renovations starting Monday, Nov. 27. through Monday, Dec. 11.
Indie Author Day and Local Historical Fiction Headline October
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 3, 2017 — In an effort to connect more readers with authors, and provide a deeper understanding and appreciation on a variety of topics, Jacksonville Public Library is proud to launch Author Talks beginning in October. Authors and library locations will vary each month. All author talks are free and open to the public.
Successful Program Makes ‘Tremendous Economic Impact’ on Community
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 30, 2017 — Jacksonville Public Library on Sept. 5 will celebrate the graduation of 24 students who have earned high school diplomas and career certificates through Smart Horizons Career Online High School (COHS), an innovative program for adult learners offered at Jacksonville Public Library’s Center for Adult Learning.
Upgrades Will Include New Carpet, Furniture and Additional Computers
Public Invited to Attend Special Ceremony for Significant Work of Art
New This Year: Several Companies Will Conduct On-Site Interviews
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 5, 2017 – The Jacksonville Public Library is hosting a Job Fair for young adults age 16 – 24 at the Main Library. Companies such as Target, Starbucks, UF Health Jacksonville, and the City of Jacksonville will be in attendance looking to hire and some will hold on-site interviews. The Job Fair is free and open to the public.
Annual Award Recognizes Outstanding Service to Community
New This Year: Early Access Pass Lets Job Seekers Enter One Hour Early
Will Leave on ‘High Note’ with Recent National ALA Award
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 2, 2017 – After more than a decade of dedicated service with the City of Jacksonville, Jacksonville Public Library Director Barbara Gubbin announced her retirement to become effective June 30, 2017. The announcement comes just a month after Gubbin was chosen by the American Library Association to receive the 2017 Ernest A. DiMattia, Jr. Award for Innovation and Service to Community and Profession, which will be presented in June in Chicago.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 24, 2017 – The Jacksonville Public Library is again doubling your fandom fun with not one, but two Comic Cons for all ages on May 6. Both events promise to be bigger and better than ever with new performers, activities and things to see such as life-sized TARDIS replicas, courtesy of Hangar 18 Props, at both locations.
ALA Award Recognizes Innovation and Service to Community and Profession
