Web Launch Party – We have a new look!Wednesday, Aug. 3, 6 – 8 p.m. Main Library, The Lounge at 303 North You asked for a more mobile and user friendly website, and on Aug. 3, we’ll deliver with a new, improved website to better serve your needs. The new site features responsive design to display better on any device, a searchable catalog and website feature to make it easier to find what you want, and intuitive navigation. Now that’s something to celebrate! So join us at the launch party for a virtual scavenger hunt—you might win an iPad—crafts for kids, a 3-D printing experience, music with Chase Fouraker, refreshments and more.
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Cool Tools to Use In and Out of the Classroom Parents and teachers: Your library helps your students succeed! For starters, the library is partnering with DCPS and expanding its Student Card initiative to ensure every DCPS student in K – 12th grade has a special student library card to check out materials and gain access to digital resources. Students also can take advantage of live, expert tutoring in any subject, including AP—free with their library card. That's just one feature of Brainfuse HelpNow. Check it out. Overdue? It's up to you to return overdue student library books to your neighborhood library. Other students deserve a chance to choose from a good selection on the shelves, too. Thank you! Teachers at any school—public, private, charter or homeschool—can enjoy special privileges with the library's free Educator Card. Sign up or renew your Educator Card today and take advantage of the free resources for your classroom or research. Read more.
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This 3-D class offering is a first for the Maxville branch, so don't miss the fun. Learn the basics of cutting edge 3-D technology, and discover how 3-D printers are used to create prototypes, print food, and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces. Find more 3-D printing classes.
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Lunch @ the Lounge with John "Johnny the Claw" Piantadosi
Wednesday, August 10, 12:00 pm
The Lounge at 303 North
A New Jersey native, John studied bass at Berklee College of Music in Boston and currently performs on guitar and vocals, as well as bass, with various local bands. Affectionately known as, “Johnny the Claw,” he also teaches bass & guitar privately, is involved with numerous recording projects, and is a member of the worship band at Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church and former Music Director at Jacksonville Anglican Fellowship (The Ship). Enjoy his music while you eat your lunch at the Lounge @ 303 North in the Main Library on Wednesday, August 10 at noon.
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Free Advice from the Experts Multiple Dates & LocationsFrom seeing what goes into buying a home to understanding Social Security to learning how to save on your energy bills, get the scoop on these topics and more from those who know inside and out.
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Small Business Workshop, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Main Library Business Smart Workshop, Tuesday, Aug. 23, 6 - 8 p.m., Southeast Regional Business Smart Workshop, Tuesday, Aug. 30, 6 - 8 p.m., Southeast Regional
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Join Downtown Jax Toastmasters - Noon, Thursdays, Aug. 11 & 25 Main Library, The Lounge at 303 North. Bring your lunch, everyone is welcome.
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The Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence recognizes the best fiction and nonfiction books published in the U.S. the previous year. It is a joint initiative of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and the American Library Association. Check out this year's winners at the library. Fiction winner: The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Nonfiction winner: Hold Still: A Memoir with Photos by Sally Mann. Read more about the Carnegie Medals of Excellence.
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Roaring '20s Gatsby Charity EventSat., Aug. 27, Suite, 4880 Big Island Dr. #1 (Town Center) Glitz, glamour, speakeasies, flappers, art deco and glittering jazz. Don your Gatsby attire and relive the era for an evening of fun, entertainment and dancing to benefit the library. Featuring The Chris Thomas Band Charity Auction Special Guest Hosts & Much More
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Friends' Summer Book Bonanza Sale Friday, Aug. 26 - Members' Night: Buy One Get One Free, plus get 25 percent off. Not a member? Join at the door. Saturday, Aug. 27 - Shop 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., $15 a bag Buy two bags, get third free Sunday, Aug. 28 - Shop Noon to 5 p.m., $15 a bag Buy two bags, get third free
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Joint Effort for Beaches Branch Library Landscaping Thanks to the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library who donated $25,000, the library's grounds are getting a makeover. The landscaping, to be completed this fall, will ensure the library's environs stay in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Rockaway Garden Center donated the design and the City of Jacksonville will maintain the grounds.
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Don't forget to vote!
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