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Christmas with Mrs. Flagler

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Holiday Cheer with Santa - Visit Time 3

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

SJR Animal Tales Ages 10+

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

SJR - Wild Lessons: Sounds of the Sea

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Libraries Closed for the Christmas Holiday

12/24/2025 @ 1:00am to 12/26/2025 @ 11:45pm
Anastasia Island Branch, Bartram Trail Branch, Hastings Branch, Main Branch, Ponte Vedra Beach Branch, Southeast Branch, Bookmobile, Off Site

The St. Johns County Public Library System will be closed Wednesday, December 24 through Friday, December 26, for the Christmas holiday. All locations will resume regular operating...

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Libraries Closed for New Year Holiday

12/31/2025 @ 6:00pm to 01/02/2026 @ 11:45pm
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 close at 6pm on Wednesday, December 31 and will remain closed Thursday, January 1, 2026, and Friday, January 2, 2026 for the New Yea...

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A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Sense-ational Animals

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
BT Branch Bartram Room at Bartram Trail Branch
Program Type:
Nature, Outdoors, Speaker, STEM, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17, Adults

Experience an exciting animal presentation from Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens educators! Discover how different animals use their unique senses to survive—and meet a few live animal guests, too!  All ages welcome.

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Registration Required
A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Adult Crafters

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
Gardening, Arts & Crafts, Nature, Outdoors, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 12-17, Adults,

This month we are tying into our community St. Johns Reads events by building Bug Hotels! All species are important and that includes the creepy, crawlies, flying, jumping critters that we find in our neighborhoods.

A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Butterfly Seminar: Get Your Gardens Ready!

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
Gardening, Health & Wellness, Community Resources, Nature, Outdoors, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17, Adults,

Join Ms. Karen as she talks all about how to get your garden ready to feed all those hungry butterflies this spring.

A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Florida Pollinators: Nature’s Little Helpers

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
BT Branch Bartram Room at Bartram Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Nature, Outdoors, STEM, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Adults,

Join St. Johns County Parks and Recreation for a fun, family-friendly talk about Florida’s amazing pollinators! Learn how bees, butterflies, birds, and more help plants grow and how you can support them at home.

Open
Registration Required
A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

The Buzz About Bees

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
Gardening, Homeschool, Nature, Outdoors, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17, Adults,

Dave and Martha Hall from the St. Johns County Beekeepers Association will share fascinating insights into the world of bees, from their daily lives to their vital role in our environment.

A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Wild Lessons: The North Atlantic Right Whale with Terran McGinness

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Anastasia Island Events Room at Anastasia Island Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool, Community Resources, Nature, Outdoors, Speaker, STEM, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17, Adults

Did you know that the world’s most endangered whale visits Northeast Florida every year to give birth and nurse their young? Come learn about this rare whale, conservation efforts, and how you can get involved! 

Open
Registration Required
A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Mickler’s Landing Turtle Patrol Presents: Sea Turtles

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
BT Branch Bartram Room at Bartram Trail Branch
Program Type:
Nature, Outdoors, Speaker, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 12-17, Adults

Learn about sea turtle conservation from a local expert. From nesting to migration, discover how these incredible creatures live—and how you can help protect them. This talk is best suited for older children and adults.

 

Open
Registration Required
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Arbor Day Free Tree Giveaway

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Southeast Branch
Program Type:
Gardening, Nature, Outdoors

The Southeast Branch Library is partnering with the St.

Libraries Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Monday, January 19, 2026 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday, Jan...

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A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Scales & Tales with SJC Parks

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bird Island Park at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
Nature, Outdoors, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 12-17, Adults
Join St. Johns County Parks and Recreation for an adventure into the world of Florida’s reptiles!
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
A promotional image for St. Johns Reads January 2026 featuring the book 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. The background is yellow with book icons, and a blue circle logo reads 'St. Johns County Public Library.' Text below: 'Connect • Learn • Enjoy' invites participation in programming inspired by the book. The book cover shows a monkey and nature imagery, with details of awards.

Wild Lessons: The North Atlantic Right Whale

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
BT Branch Bartram Room at Bartram Trail Branch
Program Type:
Nature, Outdoors, Speaker, St. Johns Reads
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-17, Adults

Did you know that the world’s most endangered whale visits Northeast Florida every year to give birth and nurse their young? Come learn about this rare whale, conservation efforts, and how you can get involved! 

Open
Registration Required

Libraries Closed for Presidents' 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 Monday, February 16, 2026 for Presidents' Day. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday, February 17. ...

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Library Closed for Good Friday

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 Friday, April 3, 2026 for Good Friday. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Saturday, April 4. Book drops ...

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Libraries Closed for Easter

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 Sunday, April 5 for Easter. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Monday, April 6. Book drops will remain o...

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PVB Kids Let's Move! Scavenger Hunt in the Park

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
PVB Glass Conference Room at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoors
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Let's have some fun outside. Time to run around and find the scavenger hunt objects in the park. Go out on your own or team up with a friend!

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PVB Kids Let's Move! Scavenger Hunt in the Park Saturday

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
PVB Glass Conference Room at Ponte Vedra Beach Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoors
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Let's have some fun outside. Time to run around and find the scavenger hunt objects in the park. Go out on your own or team up with a friend!

Libraries Closed for Staff Development 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 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 for Staff Development Day. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Thursday, May 7. Bo...

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Libraries Closed for Memorial 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 Monday, May 25, 2026 for Memorial Day. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday, May 26. Book drops wi...

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Libraries Closed for Juneteenth

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 Friday, June 19, 2026 for Juneteenth. All locations will resume regular operating hours on Saturday, June 20. Book drops w...

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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...

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