- Memoirs of a Geisha
- Taste of Hawaii
- Chinese Tea Ceremony
- Asian Cooking Demo
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- History of Durkeeville
- Author Rodney Hurst
- Anna Kingsley Program
- Mandarin Orange Industry
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- Heritage of Jacksonville Jews with Hazel Mack
- Jewish Origin of Comics
- Radical Jewish Culture
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Zombies at Willowbranch Branch Library? Saturday, May 7, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Willowbranch LibraryIt's the Willowbranch Library's first ever Comic Con and to help make it great, you can insert yourself into one of several green screen backdrops. Meet graphic novel artists and authors including Natalie McGriff, aka Moxie McGriff, author of Moxie McGriff Saves the Library. Cosplay and costume contest, and a free comic book at Super Hive comic book store . Get the schedule of events.
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Holy Smokes! Beaches Library Comic Con, too.Saturday, May 7, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Beaches LibraryThe 4th Annual Beaches Branch Library Comic Con returns with the Batmobile, North Florida Jedi Academy, costume contest, scavenger hunts, cosplay demos, graphic novel artists and authors, and tons more! Oh, and did we mention a free comic book from nearby Superhero Beach comic store? Suit up and get into a whole lineup of fun!
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Treat Mom to a Memorable Intermezzo ConcertSunday, May 8, 3 p.m., Main Library, Hicks Auditorium Pianist Joshua Ross made his Carnegie Hall debut in February 2014 and returns to Carnegie this June. Catch his recital of works by Chopin, Liszt, Brahms and Ravel, and concluding with Schumann's complete Kinderszenen, op. 15. Get details.
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Lunch @ the Lounge with Oleta RiggsWed., May 11, Noon, Main Library, Lounge @ 303 North Bring lunch and enjoy vocalist/guitarist Oleta Riggs as she plays music that will uplift you to a happy place. She's often seen at festivals, coffee houses, and other special events in Northeast Florida, and JPL is pleased to host her at this Concert Series.
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Grammy-Nominated Uri Caine PerformsSun., May 15, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Main Library, Hicks Auditorium Enjoy a performance and discussion with Grammy-nominated pianist/composer Uri Caine who will address his music, the NYC music scene that birthed a movement, and how the landscape of music is shifting beyond easily distinguishable genres. A $4,000 catalog of music anthologies and DVDs titled Radical Jewish Culture by Avant: Curious Music for Curious Minds will be donated to the library. Read more.
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Jazz it up before the Jazz Festival Get in the mood for the 2016 Jacksonville Jazz Fest. Bring your lunch and enjoy the sweet sounds of jazz by The Navy Band Southeast VIP Combo. They'll perform a variety of jazz standards and instrumental popular music.
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Rodney L. Hurst, Sr. Discusses BookTues., May 3, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m., Main Library which you can purchase with cash only at the event, or check out from the library. Read more.
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Did you know that the founder of the Clara White Mission was the child of a former slave, a humanitarian, opera singer and entrepreneur? Author and English Professor Tim Gilmore, Ph.D., will discuss his book, In Search of Eartha White: Storehouse for the People, which looks at the life of an extraordinary woman with national reach. Borrow the book from the library or purchase your own at the event.
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Downtown Jax Toastmasters is starting up. Join the club! Thursday, May 26, Noon, Main Library, The Lounge at 303 North
Grab a seat at the first meeting for a new Toastmasters club right in the heart of the city. Help us build this club from the ground up. Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development, with more than 15,000 clubs in 135 countries. In a supportive learn-by-doing environment, you can achieve your goals at your own pace to become a confident public speaker and strong leader. Everyone is welcome, so learn about Toastmasters, find out if it is right for you, and see what’s involved in chartering a new club and becoming a member. Contact Michael Sullivan at 630-2434 or michaels@coj.net for details.
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Lawyers in Libraries can help Multiple Dates & LocationsDo you know how to properly transfer the title to your home to your family? Need a better understanding of Social Security disability? Get general legal advice on these and other topics in in free Lawyers in Libraries workshops.
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Free financial advice you can use Multiple Dates & Locations The experts cover a variety of topics this month including Buying Your Home, Part I & II, Identity Theft, Money for Small Business, Couponing, Investing Basics and Fresh Start workshops. Register for a free workshop.
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Bring the kids to the 2016 Reading ExtravaganzaSaturday, May 14, 9 a.m. - Noon, Hemming Park Duval County Public Schools, the library and a host of other partners will celebrate literacy at the 2016 Reading Extravaganza. Students can participate in story time sessions, hear their favorite books read by celebrity guests, and participate in a literacy character costume contest. There will be vendors, a food truck, entertainment, freebies and more. Look for activities outside the Main Library and stop inside to return any library books that are checked out and check out more books. Get details about the 2016 Reading Extravaganza. See you there!
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Introducing Hoopla just for kids It's movies, music and more just for kids. Kids will be happy because they can easily find, follow and enjoy their favorite characters, stories and songs. Moms and dads will be happy because they can feel confident letting kids explore and discover on their own. Scroll through the Look Book to see all the cool stuff for kids. And learn how to use the Kids Mode at your library.
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One visit to Miss Humblebee’s Academy will keep kids coming back to learn! This full online curriculum for preschool through kindergarten is fun, interactive and educational. This award-winning preparatory program helps children learn from beginning skill level through kindergarten proficiency with hundreds of lessons including math, science, social studies, language, literacy, art and music. Access the child friendly website on a laptop or computer with no pop-ups or links. It covers Common Core curriculum and you can request progress reports. All you need is a library card to set up an account to get started with Miss Humblebee's Academy.
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Online High School Available at the LibraryIf you're 19 years old and didn't finish high school, you might qualify to earn a diploma through the accredited Career Online High School program offered through the library. Don't pass up this opportunity. With COHS, you can pick up where you left off, receiving credits for the high school courses you completed, and taking only what you need to graduate. Find out more.
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Prepare yourself to find a job. Take a free workshop. Neighborhood libraries are hosting Job Readiness Workshops that cover resume tips, interviewing skills, career prep resources, and writing and dressing for success. Take one workshop or take several in advance of the Young Adult Job Fair in June that gives ages 16 – 24 a chance to meet prospective employers and learn about job opportunities.
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Top 10 Books Librarians Across the Country Love See what's new, and what the experts love and recommend. Topping the list this month is Britt-Marie Was Here by best-selling author Fredrik Backman. See others.
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Volunteer instructors needed for the Center for Adult Learning If you have a passion for helping others, the library's Center for Adult Learning (CAL) wants you to volunteer to instruct a GED® or ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) class. As a CAL volunteer, you can make a positive impact on the lives of others and in our community. It will also have a positive impact on you. No experience necessary. Call 630-2426 for information.
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Friends of Jacksonville Public Library Book Sale Members' Night – Join at door for $10. Friday, May 20: 4 - 8 p.m. Buy a bag of books for $12, get a bag of books for free. Everyone Shops Buy two bags of books for $15, get a bag of books for free. Saturday, May 21: 9 – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 22: Noon – 5 p.m.
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Give a Hi $5 for Kids to support Summer LearningKeep kids reading and learning this summer at the library by donating $5 to support Summer Learning. Find out more about the Jacksonville Public Library Foundation and how to give a Hi $5 for Kids.
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Holocaust Remembrance Day - May 5Lest we forget. Listen to real-life stories from local survivors in the Shoah Collection at the Main Library.
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Memorial Day
In observance of Memorial Day all libraries will be closed on Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30.
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