Library Triples the Action: Three Comic Cons, Same Day
Cosplay Contests, Demos, Music and More May 5, Free Comic Book Day
Cosplay Contests, Demos, Music and More May 5, Free Comic Book Day
More than 100 Local Authors and Illustrators to Participate in ‘Literary Event of the Year’
Opening For Two-Month-Long Banksy Art And Local Street Artists Exhibit Feb. 14
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 29, 2018 — In partnership with The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville and thanks to the generous support of VyStar Credit Union, anonymous street artist Banksy’s Haight Street Rat will be on display in the Jax Makerspace Gallery at the Main Library Feb. 14 – April 14.
‘Mapping Our Past’ Will Feature Christopher Lane of PBS Antiques Roadshow,
Expert Panelists, Local Appraisals, and Activities for All Ages
Students Celebrate 11th Year of Competitions and Activities
Library Staff and Guests to Celebrate 29 Years of Calendar’s Publication
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2018 – The Jacksonville Public Library is pleased to host the 29th Annual Unveiling of the Jacksonville Black History Calendar. For decades the Black History Calendar has served as a reminder to celebrate the achievements of African-Americans year-round. The event is open to the public. Free calendars and light refreshments will be provided.
Special Guest Councilman Reggie Gaffney to Speak
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 25, 2017 — The Brentwood Branch Library reopened its doors Saturday, Oct. 14 following a two month closure to replace carpet, repaint the interior and add six computers. To celebrate the reopening, a grand reopening ceremony is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 30 at 3 p.m. with the Friends of the Brentwood Library’s Fall Back into Brentwood fall festival immediately following.
Grand Reopening Celebration Scheduled Oct. 30 in Conjunction with Friends Fall Festival
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 12, 2017 — The Brentwood Branch Library will resume normal operations Saturday, Oct. 14 beginning at 10 a.m. following a two month closure to replace carpet, repaint the interior and add six computers. Book drop and customer hold pickup service will also be available when the branch reopens.
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.