Tuesdays, June 18 & 25 @ 2 pm
Too hot to be outside? Then come on in and watch a movie on our big screen! Each week we'll be showing a movie with a G or PG rating, so it's fun for the whole family. Please call the Bartram Trail Branch Library at 827-6960 for movie titles and ratings. We'll provide the snacks; bring your own drinks.
Children's Summer Film Festival
Science for Kids
Wednesday, May 29 @ 3pm
Attention math geeks and science nerds: your parents need your help to save energy AND money. Come to our DIY Science program and learn how to measure energy used in your home. You can then use these calculations to see where you can make some changes to save money AND help save the earth. You’ll be able to borrow a home energy kit for two weeks to do your own experiments at home. Recommended for ages 10 and up (unless you’re a MATH GENIUS.) Please bring your adult with you. You can register by calling 827-6960. Presented for free by Project Green Team in conjunction with JEA and the St. Johns County Public Library System.
Kick Off Children's Book Week with Bingo for Books
Saturday, May 11 @ 2pm
Looking for fun for the whole family? Come in and play Bingo for Books from 2pm to 3pm today. Everyone is guaranteed to go home with at least one free book. Books are generously donated by the Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library.
Hurricane Preparedness 2013
Wednesday, May 8 @ 4pm
Hurricane season is June 1st through November 30th; don't be caught unaware. Join Kelly Wilson, from St. Johns County Emergency Management, for an informative session on preparing your home or business for the 2013 Hurricane Season.
Thursday Night at the Movies
Thursday, May 9 @ 5:30pm
This movie is based on Lee Child's book character, Jack Reacher, a homicide investigator. If you're looking for something different to do this evening, come to the library and watch this action-packed thriller on our big screen. Bring your own snacks. Please call 827-6960 for movie title.
Children's Art Activity (Grades 3 - 5)
Wednesday, May 8 @ 3pm
If you like art and you're in 3rd through 5th grades, come to the Bartram Trail Library on Wednesday at 3pm. Create your own art project inspired by the works of this month's artist.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Wednesday, May 22 @ 4pm
The library is a great place to get your volunteer hours. Orientation is mandatory and counts as your first service hour. Class size is limited; please call 827-6960 for registration information.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Tuesday, May 14 @ 6pm
Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library are invited to attend the May meeting at 6pm in the Manatee Room. Prospective Friends are invited to attend and learn more about who the Friends are and what it is they do.
Beginner Genealogy Class: Class 4
Saturday, June 22 @ 10:15 am - 1:15 pm
Jacksonville Genealogical Society, Inc. (JGS) (http://jaxgen.org) will be holding the final class of a four-session Beginner Genealogy Class, featuring research in the U.S. It will be held from 10:15 am to 1:15 pm at the Bartram Trail Branch Library, 60 Davis Pond Blvd, Fruit Cove, FL 32259.
June 22, 2013 - Researching in a Straight Line---Backwards, Class 4. Resource Sources, Evidence Analysis, and Timelines
Free parking is available at the Library and there is no charge for the class. Register by sending an email to education@jaxgen.org with your name, address, and phone number.
Beginner Genealogy Class: Class 3
Saturdays, June 8 and June 22 @ 10:15 am - 1:15 pm
Jacksonville Genealogical Society, Inc. (JGS) (http://jaxgen.org) will be holding a four-session Beginner Genealogy Class, featuring research in the U.S. It will be held from 10:15 am to 1:15 pm at the Bartram Trail Branch Library, 60 Davis Pond Blvd, Fruit Cove, FL 32259, on the following Saturdays:
June 8, 2013 - Researching in a Straight Line---Backwards, Class 3. Census Returns and Court Records
June 22, 2013 - Researching in a Straight Line---Backwards, Class 4. Resource Sources, Evidence Analysis, and Timelines
These sessions are for the beginner researcher and the experienced researcher looking for a refresher course. Certificates of Completion will be given to those persons who attend at least three of the four class dates. Free parking is available at the Library and there is no charge for the class. Register by sending an email to education@jaxgen.org with your name, address, and phone number.