Program Type: Teen

Thursdays, April 22, 29 and May 6, 13 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. We may not be able to meet in person, we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

A Cinderella story with deadly stakes and thrilling twists, perfect for fans of One of Us is Lying and Knives Out. Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why – or even who Tobias Hawthorne is.

The Bookmobile will be visiting the Publix at Nocatee Town Center, 9:30 – 11:30am.  Find us at 120 Marketside Avenue, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081

The bookmobile will be available for picking up reserved items, returning items, or for use of wifi from the bookmobile.  The bookmobile will not be accessible for browsing.

The Bookmobile will be visiting the Publix at Palencia Commons, 1:30 – 3:00pm.  Find us at 7462 US Hwy 1 N, Saint Augustine, FL 32095

The bookmobile will be available picking up reserved items, returning items, or for use of wifi from the bookmobile.  The bookmobile will not be accessible for browsing.

The Bookmobile will be visiting Coquina Crossing, 11:00am – 12:00pm. Find us at 4536 Coquina Crossing Drive, Elkton, FL 32033.

The bookmobile will be available for picking up reserved items, returning items, or for use of wifi from the bookmobile.  The bookmobile will not be accessible for browsing.

The Bookmobile will be visiting the Publix at Johns Creek Center, 9:30 – 11:30am.  Find us at 2845 County Road 210 West, St. Johns, FL 32259

The bookmobile will be available for picking up reserved items, returning items, or for use of wifi from the bookmobile.  The bookmobile will not be accessible for browsing.

The Bookmobile will be visiting the Publix at the Shoppes at Murabella, 1:00 – 2:30pm. Find us at 84 Tuscan Way, St. Augustine, FL 32092

The bookmobile will be available for picking up reserved items, returning items, or for use of wifi from the bookmobile.  The bookmobile will not be accessible for browsing.

Calling all teens and young adults! Choose your weapon. Concentrate your spells, and set your resolve. A new adventure awaits. You have received a mysterious letter beckoning you and your party to the stunningly beautiful land of Barovia. A local burgomaster there summons you to aid his beloved daughter, for she is afflicted by malice too horrible for writing. Great riches are promised should you be able to free her from her torment.

Registration is closed. Program at capacity. The Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the program.

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, all SJCPLS libraries will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021. Libraries will resume their normal operating hours on Tuesday, June 1, 2021.

Book drops will remain open during this closure and, of course, our virtual services such as eBooks, databases and downloadables are available 24/7.

Join Will for this Family-Friendly Cooking Class. This easy Campfire Nachos recipe will get everyone in the family excited to practice their cooking skills.

Materials needed: Large Dutch Over, Cooking Oil, Chef Knife or equivalent, 1/2 lb Tortilla Chips, 1 Can Red Enchilada Sauce, 1 Cup shredded Mexican Cheese blend, 1 Can Black Beans, 1 Large avocado, 4-5 green onions, handful of fresh cilantro, 1 Small lime

Registration Required.

Email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us with questions or issues with Zoom links.

Do you enjoy the Marvel movies? Join us for this family friendly trivia night on Zoom.

This trivia is taken from live-action productions of the franchise.

Contact Will at mpate@sjcfl.us for issues with Zoom links and questions.

Registration Required.

Join Kelly Ussia to learn about the history of hurricanes in Florida, the science behind the storm, and how you can be sure you are prepared. Sign-up online at sjcpls.or or email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us to register.

Contact Will at mpate@sjcfl.us for issues with Zoom links and questions.

Registration Required

Join Karlene, the head of the teen anime club at the Main branch, as she reviews anime series and movies, talks a bit about Japanese culture and history, and shares her opinion on all things anime. You can join in by emailing sjcpls@tblc.libanswers.com. Remember to put “Anime” in the subject line and your email may be read on the next episode! Karlene’s Anime Corner Podcast is designed for teens ages 12-18. You can listen to the podcast on FACEBOOK and YOUTUBE. New episodes will be uploaded the second Tuesday of every month.

The dog days of summer are here! Teens and Tweens, grades 6-12, join Miss Carla in sewing a dog toy. Pick up a kit at your local library branch while supplies last, kits are limited.

If you picked up a kit at your local library you should have:

• 2 – 6” x 10” pieces of fabric
• Paper to draw a dog bone pattern (dog bone is about 8” long x 4” inches wide)

You will also need:

• Scissors
• Straight pins
• Thread to match your fabric
• Sewing machine and iron (may require adult supervision)

This is a Facebook event that you can conveniently watch on our Facebook page, and it will be archived afterward on our website and on our Youtube channel!

Grab the family and join us for our Zoom Murder Mystery Night! Each meeting’s goal eventually leads to the murderer of Toby Mendia. Sign-up online at sjcpls.org or email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us to register.

Registration Required.

Teen Anime fans, this virtual café has saved a seat for you! Join Ms. Karlene, longtime leader of library’s Anime Club, and Ms. Lisa from the PVB Library, for a fun virtual get-together by Zoom to celebrate all things Anime! Trivia, discussions, and more. RSVP through the website or email Ms. Lisa at lcalvert@sjcfl.us.

This program proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

WARRIORS FANS — this fun tween and teen Erin Hunter Book Club is for you! Join Librarian Ms. Lisa for an adventure through Erin Hunter’s Warriors books!

Although we will meet through Zoom for a special Book Club meeting, you don’t need to wait for our club meeting to get started! Every member who RSVPs will get an invitation to our online Erin Hunter Book Club Hub.

Complete fun reading challenges to earn virtual rewards and tickets to win free Erin Hunter books! As you move through the levels (Kit, Apprentice, Reading Warrior, Deputy and Clan Leader) we will track your progress and share your work in our Virtual Erin Hunter Book Club Hub. Will you be the first to work through all of the levels?

For questions about this program, contact Lisa Calvert, lcalvert@sjcfl.us. This Book Club proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

Grab your apron and learn how to make easy & delicious food with Ms. Akilah in this live Zoom class! A grocery list of ingredients will be sent out a week before class so that you can cook in real time alongside Ms. Akilah.

Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Thursdays, June 17, 24 and July 1, 8 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Nine of us came here. We look like you. We talk like you. We live among you. But we are not you. We can do things you dream of doing. We have powers you dream of having. We are stronger and faster than anything you have ever seen. We are the superheroes you worship in movies and comic books – but we are real. They caught Number One in Malaysia. Number Two in England. And Number Three in Kenya. They killed them all.  I am Number Four.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Join Will for this Family-Friendly Cooking Class. This easy Trail Mix recipe will get everyone in the family excited to make their own on-the-go snacks.

Materials needed: Baking sheet; Small skillet; 1 cup each of unsalted raw walnuts, pecans, and cashews; 1 cup each of banana chips and unsweetened coconut ribbons; 1/2 cup each raisins and chocolate chunks

Registration Required.

Email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us with questions or issues with Zoom links.

Don’t be sus – play with us! Join Ms. Alex for a private game of Among Us via your mobile device with other local teens. Participants must join on Zoom to play. Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Teens and Tweens, grades 6-12, join Ms. Carla in creating a banner to celebrate the 4th of July. Pick up a kit at your local library branch. Kits are limited.

If you picked up a kit at your local library you should have:

• Red, blue and white scrapbook paper
• Banner pieces
• Flag
• Star shapes
• 2 yards of twine for hanging.

You will also need:

• Scissors
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Glue stick

This is a Facebook event that you can conveniently watch on our Facebook page, and it will be archived afterward on our website and on our Youtube channel!

Thursdays, June 17, 24 and July 1, 8 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Nine of us came here. We look like you. We talk like you. We live among you. But we are not you. We can do things you dream of doing. We have powers you dream of having. We are stronger and faster than anything you have ever seen. We are the superheroes you worship in movies and comic books – but we are real. They caught Number One in Malaysia. Number Two in England. And Number Three in Kenya. They killed them all.  I am Number Four.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Grab the family and join us for our Zoom Murder Mystery Night! Each meeting’s goal eventually leads to the murderer of Toby Mendia. Sign-up online at sjcpls.org or email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us to register.

Registration Required.

Move over Millenials, Gen Z is here to craft! Pick up craft kits at your local library branch, while supplies last. This is an online event that you can watch on our website, Facebook page, or YouTube.

Calling all teens and young adults! Choose your weapon. Concentrate your spells, and set your resolve. A new adventure awaits. You have received a mysterious letter beckoning you and your party to the stunningly beautiful land of Barovia. A local burgomaster there summons you to aid his beloved daughter, for she is afflicted by malice too horrible for writing. Great riches are promised should you be able to free her from her torment.

Registration is closed. Program at capacity. The Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the program.

Teen Anime fans, this virtual café has saved a seat for you! Join Ms. Karlene, longtime leader of library’s Anime Club, and Ms. Lisa from the PVB Library, for a fun virtual get-together by Zoom to celebrate all things Anime! Trivia, discussions, and more. RSVP through the website or email Ms. Lisa at lcalvert@sjcfl.us.

This program proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

WARRIORS FANS — this fun tween and teen Erin Hunter Book Club is for you! Join Librarian Ms. Lisa for an adventure through Erin Hunter’s Warriors books!

Although we will meet through Zoom for a special Book Club meeting, you don’t need to wait for our club meeting to get started! Every member who RSVPs will get an invitation to our online Erin Hunter Book Club Hub.

Complete fun reading challenges to earn virtual rewards and tickets to win free Erin Hunter books! As you move through the levels (Kit, Apprentice, Reading Warrior, Deputy and Clan Leader) we will track your progress and share your work in our Virtual Erin Hunter Book Club Hub. Will you be the first to work through all of the levels?

For questions about this program, contact Lisa Calvert, lcalvert@sjcfl.us. This Book Club proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

Love graphic novels? We do too! Join Ms. Akilah on Zoom to discuss best-selling graphic novels each month. Books will be provided to the first three people to sign up!

Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Thursdays, June 17, 24 and July 1, 8 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Nine of us came here. We look like you. We talk like you. We live among you. But we are not you. We can do things you dream of doing. We have powers you dream of having. We are stronger and faster than anything you have ever seen. We are the superheroes you worship in movies and comic books – but we are real. They caught Number One in Malaysia. Number Two in England. And Number Three in Kenya. They killed them all.  I am Number Four.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Join us for this family friendly trivia night on Zoom that tests your knowledge about the quirkier side of our local history.

Contact Will at mpate@sjcfl.us for issues with Zoom links and questions.

Registration Required.

In observance of the Independence Day holiday, all SJCPLS libraries will be closed on Monday, July 5, 2021. Libraries will resume their normal operating hours on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.

Book drops will remain open during this closure and, of course, our virtual services such as eBooks, databases and downloadables are available 24/7.

Join Will for this Family-Friendly Cooking Class. This easy grilled recipe will put a new spin on dessert for the family.

Materials needed: Grill; Chef knife; 2 large peaches; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 (5.3.oz) container thick vanilla yogurt like Greek style yogurt; honey; 3-4 mint leaves

Registration Required.

Email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us with questions or issues with Zoom links.

Don’t be sus – play with us! Join Ms. Alex for a private game of Among Us via your mobile device with other local teens. Participants must join on Zoom to play. Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Thursdays, June 17, 24 and July 1, 8 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Nine of us came here. We look like you. We talk like you. We live among you. But we are not you. We can do things you dream of doing. We have powers you dream of having. We are stronger and faster than anything you have ever seen. We are the superheroes you worship in movies and comic books – but we are real. They caught Number One in Malaysia. Number Two in England. And Number Three in Kenya. They killed them all.  I am Number Four.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Grab the family and join us for our Zoom Murder Mystery Night! Each meeting’s goal eventually leads to the murderer of Toby Mendia. Sign-up online at sjcpls.org or email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us to register.

Registration Required.

Teen Anime fans, this virtual café has saved a seat for you! Join Ms. Karlene, longtime leader of library’s Anime Club, and Ms. Lisa from the PVB Library, for a fun virtual get-together by Zoom to celebrate all things Anime! Trivia, discussions, and more. RSVP through the website or email Ms. Lisa at lcalvert@sjcfl.us.

This program proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

WARRIORS FANS — this fun tween and teen Erin Hunter Book Club is for you! Join Librarian Ms. Lisa for an adventure through Erin Hunter’s Warriors books!

Although we will meet through Zoom for a special Book Club meeting, you don’t need to wait for our club meeting to get started! Every member who RSVPs will get an invitation to our online Erin Hunter Book Club Hub.

Complete fun reading challenges to earn virtual rewards and tickets to win free Erin Hunter books! As you move through the levels (Kit, Apprentice, Reading Warrior, Deputy and Clan Leader) we will track your progress and share your work in our Virtual Erin Hunter Book Club Hub. Will you be the first to work through all of the levels?

For questions about this program, contact Lisa Calvert, lcalvert@sjcfl.us. This Book Club proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

Join Kelly Ussia to learn about the shark species that frequent our waters, the unique adaptations these animals have, and the real facts about shark attacks. Sign-up online at sjcpls.org or email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us to register.

Contact Will at mpate@sjcfl.us for issues with Zoom links and questions.

Registration Required

Grab your apron and learn how to make easy & delicious food with Ms. Akilah in this live Zoom class! A grocery list of ingredients will be sent out a week before class so that you can cook in real time alongside Ms. Akilah.

Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Join Karlene, the head of the teen anime club at the Main branch, as she reviews anime series and movies, talks a bit about Japanese culture and history, and shares her opinion on all things anime. You can join in by emailing sjcpls@tblc.libanswers.com. Remember to put “Anime” in the subject line and your email may be read on the next episode! Karlene’s Anime Corner Podcast is designed for teens ages 12-18. You can listen to the podcast on FACEBOOK and YOUTUBE. New episodes will be uploaded the second Tuesday of every month.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Teens and Tweens, grades 6-12, join Ms. Carla in making a beaded butterfly and daisy charm bracelet. Pick up a kit at your local library branch while supplies last, kits are limited.

If you picked up a kit at your local library you should have:

• Assorted beads
• Summer-type charms
• 1mm stretch cord (make sure your beads have a large enough hole for the cord to go through)

You will also need:

• Scissors
• Tape
• Felt square to line up beads

This is a Facebook event that you can conveniently watch on our Facebook page, and it will be archived afterward on our website and on our Youtube channel!

Thursdays, July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, One of Us Is Lying by Karen McManus. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Five students go to detention. Only four leave alive. Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule. Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond. Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime. Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life. And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again. He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident. All of them are suspects. Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Don’t be sus – play with us! Join Ms. Alex for a private game of Among Us via your mobile device with other local teens. Participants must join on Zoom to play. Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Thursdays, July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, One of Us Is Lying by Karen McManus. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Five students go to detention. Only four leave alive. Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule. Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond. Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime. Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life. And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again. He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident. All of them are suspects. Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Grab the family and join us for our Zoom Murder Mystery Night! Each meeting’s goal eventually leads to the murderer of Toby Mendia. Sign-up online at sjcpls.org or email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us to register.

Registration Required.

Move over Millenials, Gen Z is here to craft! Pick up craft kits at your local library branch, while supplies last. This is an online event that you can watch on our website, Facebook page, or YouTube.

Calling all teens and young adults! Choose your weapon. Concentrate your spells, and set your resolve. A new adventure awaits. You have received a mysterious letter beckoning you and your party to the stunningly beautiful land of Barovia. A local burgomaster there summons you to aid his beloved daughter, for she is afflicted by malice too horrible for writing. Great riches are promised should you be able to free her from her torment.

Registration is closed. Program at capacity. The Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the program.

Teen Anime fans, this virtual café has saved a seat for you! Join Ms. Karlene, longtime leader of library’s Anime Club, and Ms. Lisa from the PVB Library, for a fun virtual get-together by Zoom to celebrate all things Anime! Trivia, discussions, and more. RSVP through the website or email Ms. Lisa at lcalvert@sjcfl.us.

This program proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

WARRIORS FANS — this fun tween and teen Erin Hunter Book Club is for you! Join Librarian Ms. Lisa for an adventure through Erin Hunter’s Warriors books!

Although we will meet through Zoom for a special Book Club meeting, you don’t need to wait for our club meeting to get started! Every member who RSVPs will get an invitation to our online Erin Hunter Book Club Hub.

Complete fun reading challenges to earn virtual rewards and tickets to win free Erin Hunter books! As you move through the levels (Kit, Apprentice, Reading Warrior, Deputy and Clan Leader) we will track your progress and share your work in our Virtual Erin Hunter Book Club Hub. Will you be the first to work through all of the levels?

For questions about this program, contact Lisa Calvert, lcalvert@sjcfl.us. This Book Club proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. 

Join Will for this Family-Friendly Cooking Class. Learn to make your own granola bars!

Materials needed: 9 in square baking dish; Parchment paper; 2 1/12 cups old fashioned rolled oats; 1/2 cup chopped nuts; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 cup total extra mix-ins – I’ll be using 1/4 cup chocolate chips, 1/4 cup shredded coconut, 1/4 cup M&Ms

Registration Required.

Email Will at mpate@sjcfl.us with questions or issues with Zoom links.

Love graphic novels? We do too! Join Ms. Akilah on Zoom to discuss best-selling graphic novels each month. Books will be provided to the first three people to sign up!

Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Teens and Tweens, grades 6-12, join Ms. Carla in sewing a fabric basket. Pick up a kit at your local library branch while supplies last, kits are limited.

If you picked up a kit at your local library you should have:

• 2 – 12” x 21” pieces of contrasting/coordinating cotton fabric
• 1 – 12” x 21” piece of fusible fleece

You will also need:

• Thread
• Straight Pins
• Ruler
• Sewing machine and iron (both of which may require adult supervision)

This is a Facebook event that you can conveniently watch on our Facebook page, and it will be archived afterward on our website and on our Youtube channel!

Thursdays, July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, One of Us Is Lying by Karen McManus. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Five students go to detention. Only four leave alive. Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule. Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond. Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime. Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life. And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again. He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident. All of them are suspects. Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Don’t be sus – play with us! Join Ms. Alex for a private game of Among Us via your mobile device with other local teens. Participants must join on Zoom to play. Registration is required for this free event – please RSVP as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

Let the music move you and express yourself through dance and words with Ms. Akilah! This program will span the summer and end with a virtual recital.

Registration is required for this free class – Zoom login info will be the day of rehearsal! Registration will only be available for the initial 6/16 class. If interested in joining after the first class, please e-mail apickett@sjcfl.us.

Thursdays, July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5 @ 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for our zoom teen book club (Grades 7 and up) for this month’s pick, One of Us Is Lying by Karen McManus. This summer you can choose how to participate, either join us through Zoom, or meet with us at The Growers Alliance Cafe we can still make new friends, have good discussion and fun! Books are provided by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Library to the first 8 students who sign up! Sign up online or email njebbia@sjcfl.us to sign up for our book club. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Five students go to detention. Only four leave alive. Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule. Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond. Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime. Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life. And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again. He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident. All of them are suspects. Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them.

Growers Alliance Cafe is located at 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Join Karlene, the head of the teen anime club at the Main branch, as she reviews anime series and movies, talks a bit about Japanese culture and history, and shares her opinion on all things anime. You can join in by emailing sjcpls@tblc.libanswers.com. Remember to put “Anime” in the subject line and your email may be read on the next episode! Karlene’s Anime Corner Podcast is designed for teens ages 12-18. You can listen to the podcast on FACEBOOK and YOUTUBE. New episodes will be uploaded the second Tuesday of every month.

The St. Johns County Public Library System will be closed Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. All locations will resume normal hours on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

Book drops will remain open during this closure and, of course, our virtual services such as eBooks, databases and downloadables are available 24/7.

Join Karlene, the head of the teen anime club at the Main branch, as she reviews anime series and movies, talks a bit about Japanese culture and history, and shares her opinion on all things anime. You can join in by emailing sjcpls@tblc.libanswers.com. Remember to put “Anime” in the subject line and your email may be read on the next episode! Karlene’s Anime Corner Podcast is designed for teens ages 12-18. You can listen to the podcast on FACEBOOK and YOUTUBE. New episodes will be uploaded the second Tuesday of every month.