Library activities: Bartram Trail

Each month, Administrative Assistant Angelina Gervasi reports to Historic City News the upcoming activities at the branch locations of the St Johns County Public Library System; one of the shining stars that complements our public education system, and enhances the quality of life for all our residents.

Historic City News supports our local libraries because they can, should, and do play an important role in the political life of our community. They can help citizens learn how to become advocates for themselves as well as their communities. They provide a safe, neutral environment where community members are encouraged to talk about issues of freedom, justice, and democracy. Our libraries are pivotal in encouraging informed political involvement with programs like “Banned Books Week”, which exposes the perils of school and community censorship efforts.

Teen Anime Club
Tuesday, December 3 @ 6pm
Teens (Age 12+), are you looking for something different to do tonight? We’re showing a popular anime movie on our big screen. Refreshments will be provided.

Adult Crochet Group
Tuesday, December 3 @ 6pm
Adults and teens (Age 14+) are invited to attend the Project Lap Blanket crochet group at the Bartram Trail Branch Library. The group will crochet or knit blankets for cancer patients at area hospitals. All skill levels are welcome. Can’t come to any of the meetings? Pick up the crochet pattern at the Reference Desk in the library and crochet the blanket in your spare time. Drop off completed blankets, and any yarn you’d like to donate, during regular library hours.

International Relations Book Club
Monday, December 3 @ 6:30pm
The International Relations Book Club meets to discuss current international events. The discussion will be moderated by Joseph Warner, retired U.S. diplomat and adjunct professor of Geography and International Relations at Florida State College at Jacksonville.

First Friday Florida Book Club
Friday, December 6 @ 10:15am
Our December selection is in honor of Jimmy Buffett’s birthday on December 25th. Find out more about the man behind Margaritaville in his autobiography, A Pirate Looks at Fifty. We’re a casual group of readers who are interested in Florida. New members are always welcome.

Jacksonville Genealogy Society: Intermediate Genealogy Class, Session II
Saturday, December 7 @ 10am
The Jacksonville Genealogy Society will be holding the second session of an Intermediate Genealogy Class, featuring research in the U.S., from 10am to 2pm today at the Bartram Trail Branch Library. The third session will be held on December 14 and the final session on December 21. Topics will include: Genealogical identification; records & sources – analysis & evaluation; vital records (government & church); land records; immigration & naturalization; often overlooked sources; planning a research trip; publishing your history, and more. There is no charge to attend this series but registration is required. Please register by emailing your name, address, and phone number to jaxgen@comcast.net.

Teen Gamers
Saturday, December 7 @ 5pm
Teens (Grades 6-12), bring your friends and join us for a couple hours of gaming — we have Halo, Guitar Hero, Rock Band, Wii, PS3, and x-Box 360 games. Be sure to try out our new Wii U, too. Refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library.

Adult Crochet Group
Tuesday, December 10 @ 6pm
Adults and teens (Age 14+) are invited to attend the Project Lap Blanket crochet group at the Bartram Trail Branch Library. The group will crochet or knit blankets for cancer patients at area hospitals. All skill levels are welcome. Can’t come to any of the meetings? Pick up the crochet pattern at the Reference Desk in the library and crochet the blanket in your spare time. Drop off completed blankets, and any yarn you’d like to donate, during regular library hours.

Kids (Grades K-5) LEGO Club
Wednesday, December 11 @ 2pm
Come into the library to play with our LEGO bricks and pieces. We supply the LEGO bricks and fun – all you need to bring is your imagination. There is no registration or fee for this program.

Chess Club for Grades 5-12
Wednesday, December 11 @ 4:30pm
Check or Checkmate? Do you play chess or are you interesting in learning? Wondering what the terms pins, ranks, and skittles mean? If you’re in 5th through 12th grades, and would like to be part of a chess club, we have the right one for you.

Teen Volunteer Orientation
Thursday, December 12 @ 6pm
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.

Book Sale
Saturday, December 14 @ 9:30am – Noon
Do you love books? Do you love your library? The Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library will hold this month’s book sale from 9:30am to noon – books of all kinds and items such as DVDs, CDs, VHS tapes, and audiobooks will be available. Proceeds from the book sale support programs at the Bartram Trail Branch Library.

Jacksonville Genealogy Society: Intermediate Genealogy Class, Session III
Saturday, December 14 @ 10am
The Jacksonville Genealogy Society will be holding the third session of an Intermediate Genealogy Class, featuring research in the U.S., from 10am to 2pm today at the Bartram Trail Branch Library. The final session will be held on December 21. Topics will include: Genealogical identification; records & sources – analysis & evaluation; vital records (government & church); land records; immigration & naturalization; often overlooked sources; planning a research trip; publishing your history, and more. There is no charge to attend this series but registration is required. Please register by emailing your name, address, and phone number to jaxgen@comcast.net.

Teen Anime Club
Tuesday, December 17 @ 6pm
Teens (Ages 12+), are you looking for something different to do tonight? We’re showing a popular anime movie on our big screen. Refreshments will be provided.

Adult Crochet Group
Tuesday, December 17 @ 6pm
Adults and teens (Age 14+) are invited to attend the Project Lap Blanket crochet group at the Bartram Trail Branch Library. The group will crochet or knit blankets for cancer patients at area hospitals. All skill levels are welcome. Can’t come to any of the meetings? Pick up the crochet pattern at the Reference Desk in the library and crochet the blanket in your spare time. Drop off completed blankets, and any yarn you’d like to donate, during regular library hours.

Children’s Art Activity (Grades 3-5)
Wednesday, December 18 @ 3pm
If you like art and you’re in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade, come and create your own stained glass art project, inspired by the works of this month’s artist.

Thursday Night at the Movies
Thursday, December 26 @ 5pm
Take some time for yourself after the hustle and bustle of the holiday. We’re showing a western adventure on our big screen. Bring your own snacks. Please call 827-6960 for movie title.

Adult Crochet Group
Monday, December 30 @ 6pm

Adults and teens (Age 14+) are invited to attend the Project Lap Blanket crochet group at the Bartram Trail Branch Library. The group will crochet or knit blankets for cancer patients at area hospitals. All skill levels are welcome. Can’t come to any of the meetings? Pick up the crochet pattern at the Reference Desk in the library and crochet the blanket in your spare time. Drop off completed blankets, and any yarn you’d like to donate, during regular library hours.