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Send to friendMain Library Celebrates 25th Anniversary!!
Tuesday, February 14 @ 9:30am
On February 14, 1987 the opening dedication for the Main Library was held. If you love your library, we invite you celebrate the past 25 years with us! Join us outside the library for the Jean Luoma Gardens groundbreaking and a Silver Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
St. Johns Reads Program: John Wayne WWII Movie Event
Tuesday, February 21 @ 5:30pm
Celebrate St. Johns Reads 2012 with the "Duke." We'll have a selection of John Wayne films set during WWII, and audience members can vote which one they'd like to see. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments while you watch, courtesy of the Friends of the Library.
St. Johns Reads Program: Search for Kennedy's PT 109 Documentary
Wednesday, February 29 @ 5:30 pm
Embark on a search for the truth about one of the most legendary war stories of the 20th century! Set sail with Dr. Robert Ballard, discoverer of the Titanic, as he attempts to locate John F. Kennedy's sunken torpedo boat, PT 109. Through re-creations, archival footage, eye-witness accounts, and memories of Kennedy family members, you'll relive Kennedy's heroic efforts to save his crew after being attacked by a Japanese destroyer. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
Main Library Book Club
Fourth Saturday of Each Month @ 10:30 am
Please join us for any or all of our monthly book clubs. We will discuss a different book each month. Follow this link for a list of the books and dates for the discussions. All titles are available to borrow through your library. Coffee and refreshments will be provided at all of our book club discussions.
St. Johns Reads Program: Battle for Midway Documentary
Wednesday, February 1 @ 5:30 pm
Dr. Robert Ballard leads a team of experts and four World War II veterans to Midway Island where the U.S. and Japan fought one of the fiercest battles of the war. They're in a race against time to find at least one of the downed aircraft carriers including the U.S.S. Yorktown. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
St. Johns Reads Program: Family Evening Movie
Tuesday, February 7 @ 5:30 pm
After being deemed unfit for military service, Steve Rogers volunteers to participate in an experimental program that turns him into a Super Soldier. Now, as Capt. America, Rogers joins forces with Bucky Barnes and Peggy Carter to wage war on the evil HYDRA organization, led by the villainous Red Skull. Rated PG-13. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
St. Johns Reads Event: Japanese Fairytale Theatre
Saturday, February 11 @ 2 pm
Do you want to hear a story? Would you like to see a fairy tale unfold? The colorful images and flowing movements of traditional and modern Japanese performing arts are coming to the library! Join Animebelle's Fairytale Theatre company as they present a selection of Japanese fairy tales wearing authentic Japanese costumes.
St. Johns Reads Program: Build Your Own Victory Garden
Monday, February 6 @ 4 pm
WWII "war work" extended to the home front and kids worked hard, too! Celebrate St. Johns Reads 2012 as we build our own mini Victory Gardens for kids. We'll learn all about the Victory Garden movement, plant to war-era music, decorate garden boxes with WWII posters, and recognize the valuable work that produced up to 10 million tons of produce! All supplies generously provided by the Friends of the Library and the St. Johns County Master Gardeners.
After School Gaming
Thursday, February 9 @ 4 pm
School-age children, tweens, and teens choose what they want to play after school. A selection of video game choices for X-box 360, PS3, & Wii consoles will be offered. Complimentary snacks and soda will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Sony.
J.A.A.M. (Japanese Anime At Main)
Monday, February 27 @ 5 pm
Tweens, teens, and young twenty-somethings are invited to the monthly meeting of our anime club, where you can meet others with similar interests. We’ll be viewing assorted Anime & enjoying Japanese candy. Feel free to wear a costume if you’d like and come JAAM with us!
