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This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: Westward Ho!

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17

Join Ms. Robyn for a pioneer adventure. We will explore what life was like for children crossing the plains with their families to find a new home. This will be an interactive experience, with hands-on activities and crafts.

This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Batter Up! America250 Baseball!

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

It's a HOME RUN at the library! Celebrate "America's Pastime" with our fun exploration of the fun, facts, and faces of baseball! Get into the spirit and wear your favorite team's gear.

This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Little Ones Storytime (Ages 2-5)

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for Little Ones Storytime! We’ll have stories, fingerplays, songs, and activities to help develop pre-literacy skills and spark your child’s love of reading.

 

This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group
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This event is in the "Hastings Branch" group
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This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group
This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group

Libraries Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Anastasia Island Branch, Bartram Trail Branch, Hastings Branch, Main Branch, Ponte Vedra Beach Branch, Southeast Branch, Bookmobile

The St. Johns County Public Library System will be closed Saturday, July 4, 2026 for Independence Day. The Main Branch Library, Bartram Trail Branch Library, Ponte Vedra Beach Bran...

Closing
This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group

Teen Summer Reading: All American Picnic Snacks

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
PVB Glass Conference Room at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Cooking, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-17

It's time to cook! Let's make some snacks together and celebrate the 250th! Limited space is available.

This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group

PVB Summer Reading: Patriotic Sand Art

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bird Island Park at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Outdoors, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Using red, white and blue sand, we will create designs in jars. 

Please join us outside the FOL room, in the grassy area by Bird Island Park Main Entrance Gazebo. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: Teen Summer Club; Teen Escape Room!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-17

TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Presents: TEEN SUMMER CLUB! Library programs created and presented by our teen volunteers.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

The Weird Science of Colonial Ink

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

What did kids use to write with in the days of the American colonies? Join us to discover the surprising science behind the ink that helped write early American history!

This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

Youth Art Lab: History of Puppetry in America

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Arts & Crafts, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17

Youth Art Lab: History of Puppetry in America-The first puppets in North America were part of the ceremonial rituals of Native Americans. In a brief presentation, students will learn how the impact of immigration has influenced puppetry today.

This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Little Ones Storytime (Ages 2-5)

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for Little Ones Storytime! We’ll have stories, fingerplays, songs, and activities to help develop pre-literacy skills and spark your child’s love of reading.

 

This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group

Teen Summer Reading: Patriotic Tie Dye T-Shirts

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
PVB Parking Lot at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Arts & Crafts, Outdoors, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-17

Red, White and Blue is the theme of the summer! We will tie dye t-shirts to match! Join in with the fun!

This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group

PVB Summer Reading: Fun with Bubbles

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bird Island Park at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Outdoors, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Nothing makes us happier than bubbles! Join us for Fun with Bubbles. 

Please join us outside the FOL room, in the grassy area by Bird Island Park Main Entrance Gazebo. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: America250 Yankee Doodle Parade!

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Music, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17

Come join Ms.

This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: Teen Summer Club; Craft Tote Bags!

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-17

TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Presents: TEEN SUMMER CLUB! Library programs created and presented by our teen volunteers.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Westward Ho!

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Join Ms. Robyn for a pioneer adventure. We will explore what life was like for children crossing the plains with their families to find a new home. This will be an interactive experience, with hands-on activities and crafts.

This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: Martial Arts for Kids, Class 1

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17

Has your child ever wanted to give Martial Arts a try? Now’s their chance! Instructors will work with students to help them learn focus, self-discipline, and respect.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Little Ones Storytime (Ages 2-5)

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for Little Ones Storytime! We’ll have stories, fingerplays, songs, and activities to help develop pre-literacy skills and spark your child’s love of reading.

 

This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group

Teen Summer Reading: 250th Trivia and Pizza Night

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
PVB Glass Conference Room at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-17

It's TRIVIA time! Let's see how much you and your team know about the history of the United States of America. Winning team members walk away with gift cards. 

This event is in the "Ponte Vedra Beach Branch" group

PVB Summer Reading: Patriotic Pinwheels

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bird Island Park at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Outdoors, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Summer Reading is almost over! Let's finish it in style with a personalized pinwheel. 

Please join us outside the FOL room, in the grassy area by Bird Island Park Main Entrance Gazebo. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: End of Summer Kona Ice Party!

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17, Adults

Celebrate a summer spent reading with a fun party featuring a free Kona Ice treat for the kids!

No RSVP required. Free Kona Ice treat for the first 100 kids.

This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Yankee Doodle Jam: Music, History & Hats

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Come join Ms.

This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

Youth Art Lab: New York Subway Tiles

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, History, Arts & Crafts, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17

Youth Art Lab: New York Subway Tiles- The New York Subway is an American icon. As part of America's 250th celebration, students will watch a brief presentation about the history of the New York Subway tiles.

This event is in the "Southeast Branch" group

SE Summer Reading: Martial Arts for Kids, Class 2

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southeast Large Meeting Room (Sides No. 1 & No. 2 Combined) at Southeast Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17

Has your child ever wanted to give Martial Arts a try? Now’s their chance! Instructors will work with students to help them learn focus, self-discipline, and respect.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Anastasia Island Branch" group

Little Ones Storytime (Ages 2-5)

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
America's 250th, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for Little Ones Storytime! We’ll have stories, fingerplays, songs, and activities to help develop pre-literacy skills and spark your child’s love of reading.