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St. Johns County Public Library
September 2026 Newsletter

The St. Johns County Public Library System encourages a love of literature, the arts, and lifelong learning by providing a variety of information, resources, and entertainment to the community. 
Connect, Learn, Enjoy @ Your Library
 

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Message from Library Director Debra Rhodes Gibson
My school days may be a few years behind me, but I clearly remember a blistering hot day in mid-August 1981. I sat on the university football field, proudly wearing my cap, gown, and College of Library Sciences colors inside the hood draped down my back, anxious about my walk across the stage to collect my Master’s degree, but excited to share my passion for libraries and literature with the larger world. 
Read More from the Director

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New & Noteworthy

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Find Over 100 Local Deals for Library Card Sign-Up Month

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month this September! Community Connections offers library cardholders exclusive discounts at over 100 local businesses in St. Johns County. Show your library card, new or existing, at any participating businesses to unlock special deals. View the full list of partners and offers on our website.

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Lauren Groff to Present Her Book “Florida” for St. Johns Reads 2027
Join us as acclaimed author Lauren Groff discusses her book "Florida" on January 30, 2027, at 3 p.m. in Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium. This free event is part of the 23rd annual St. Johns Reads, our "One Book, One Community" program. Stay tuned for more details this fall.
Learn More About Lauren Groff's Visit in 2027

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13 Ways to Save with Your Library Card
Instead of reaching for your credit card, what if you grabbed your library card instead? Everyone knows the library has free books, but it can also help you save money in lots of other ways.
Read 13 Ways You Can Save with a Library Card

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Help Shape the Future of Our Public Libraries
We want to hear from you! Take our survey and help us build services and resources that reflect our community's needs. As a thank you for your time, you can choose to enter an optional giveaway. The winner will be randomly selected to win a prize basket from The Kookaburra. Your voice matters, and your input could come with a sweet reward.
Take the Library User Survey

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Upcoming Closures for September
In observance of Labor Day, all St. Johns County Public Library System locations will be closed:
  • Monday, September 7
  • Reopens Tuesday, September 8
Book drops will remain open, and virtual services, including e-books, downloadables, and databases, are available 24/7.

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Discover Something New

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Register to Vote @ Your Library
Did you know you can register to vote at the library? Don’t miss your chance to vote and register during your next visit to your local branch! Ask a staff member for a form. Voter registration deadline is Monday, October 5.
 
Not sure if you’re registered? Visit the St. Johns County Supervisor of Elections website and click "Check My Status."
Check Your Status

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SJCPLS Highlights

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Your Business, Research, and Career Resource
Reference Solutions provides key business and consumer data for small businesses, non-profits, and job seekers. Its database collection supports market research, with basic and advanced search tools that help businesses and charities find their target audience. Job seekers will find an expansive Jobs Library with career advice, resume tools, salary comparisons, and industry details. Need information on the go? Reference Solutions has an app.
Watch Tutorial on How to Use Reference Solutions
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September is Color Blind Awareness Month
SJCPLS is giving away two pairs of EnChroma glasses for color blindness awareness this September.
 
Enter by visiting any branch or bookmobile and asking for an entry form by September 30. Winners will be notified by October 9. Visit our website, email sjcpls@tblc.libanswers.com, or call your local branch for details on the giveaway.

Want to try the glasses? Ask staff about checking them out or visit our Library of Things page.
Check Out Enchroma Glasses the Collection

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Share Your Library Story

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Tell us how SJCPLS has impacted you
There are stories everywhere you turn in a library, but the one that matters most is your story. We want to hear about how SJCPLS has impacted you, your family, friends, or community. By sharing your library story, you are helping to show others how libraries strengthen our communities and our futures!
Tell Your Story

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6670 US 1 South St Augustine, FL 32086
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