Jacksonville Public Library kicking off summer full of reading

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Free summer reading, learning, and fun starts soon at a library near you.

The Jacksonville Public Library will host educational programs, drop-in activities, and reading challenges from June 3 to Aug. 3.

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To start your summer reading adventure, you can stop by a Drop-In Summer Kick-Off Party.

All 21 library locations will have their parties between June 3 and 8. You can see when a party is happening at the library closest to you here.

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You can start your summer reading list by grabbing a free book while supplies last thanks to Tenikka’s Books for Kids annual book drive and donations from the Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library.

Read: 2024 Tenikka’s Books for Kids: More than 8,500 books donated to Jacksonville Public Library

If you want an extra challenge this summer, you can pick up a bingo card or summer passport at any library. Then, mark each time you complete an activity. You’ll get a prize if you return your completed card or passport before July 27.

There will be plenty of activities for kids, teens, and adults all summer long. You can find a full list here.

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