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St. Johns County Public Library
February 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. 
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New & Noteworthy

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Message from Library Director Debra Rhodes Gibson
Think all the excitement is at the Milano Cortina Games? Think again. Librarians perform near-Olympian feats daily, lugging books, taming complex information, and handling long hours and tough reference requests.
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Celebrate Library Lovers’ Month with a Delicious Twist!
February is Library Lovers’ Month, a time to recognize the vital role libraries play in our communities. Library Lovers’ Month highlights the importance of libraries as spaces for learning, inspiration, and connection. It encourages people of all ages to visit their local libraries, explore new resources, and get involved in library programs.
 
Celebrate Library Lovers’ Month with the St. Johns County Public Library System and Mayday Ice Cream by trying the limited-edition flavor “Where the Wild Flavors Are,” a wild blueberry and dark chocolate ice cream with a hint of sea salt, created by library staff and chosen by public vote. Available Friday, February 13, through mid-March (or while supplies last) at St. Johns County Mayday locations. Stop by, enjoy a sweet treat, and you might even meet some Friends of the Library!
Mayday Ice Cream Launch Party
Join us for the Launch Party! Enjoy live music, games, library card sign-ups, and ice cream, including “Where the Wild Flavors Are”!
  • Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
  • Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Mayday Ice Cream Midtown St. Augustine, 1765 Tree Blvd, Suite 5, St. Augustine, FL 32084 
Read Full Press Release about Library Lovers Month
Discover 10 Ways to Show Your Love for Libraries

Discover Local Creativity at Main Branch Library
Experience the vibrant creativity of St. Johns County at the Main Branch Library with "Art at The Main"! This year-long exhibition features colorful Sing Out Loud Community Murals and original works by local artists, celebrating community connection and artistic expression. Free and open during library hours, it’s the perfect reason to visit the Main Branch and enjoy art alongside all the programs and resources your library offers.
Read More about "Art at The Main"

Limited Service at Bartram Trail Branch During Closure
The Bartram Trail Branch will close temporarily beginning February 2, 2026, for renovations and is expected to reopen by mid-March. During the closure, no items from the Bartram Trail Branch Library will be due, late fees will be waived, and the book drop will be closed. Limited services will be available during select hours.
Explore Limited Services During Closure

AARP Tax Help @ SJCPLS
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help at locations across St. Johns County to anyone who needs it, with special attention to those who are 50 or older or have low-to-moderate income. This service is free, and appointments are required.
Learn More about AARP Tax Help

February Holiday Closure
In observance of Presidents' Day, all St. Johns County Public Library System locations will be closed:
  • Monday, Feb. 16
  • Reopens Tuesday, Feb. 17
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

Check Out a Ukulele!
Show off your musical side with a ukulele from the Library of Things! Whether you’re picking up a ukulele for the very first time or you’ve been strumming for years, we’ve got you covered.
 
Our Makala Classic ukuleles offer great sound, easy playability, and a charming vintage look. They are perfect for learning, practicing, or just playing for fun.
Check Out a Ukulele Today

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SJCPLS Highlights

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Buy Your Sweetheart a book
This February, treat your sweetheart, or yourself, to a great read from our Friends of the Library bookstores and book sales. You’ll discover thousands of gently used, gift-quality books, along with puzzles, movies, and games that are perfect for every kind of book lover.
 
The Friends bookstores at the Main, Ponte Vedra Beach, and Southeast branches are open year-round and stocked with new materials added regularly.
 
Every purchase supports the St. Johns County Public Library System, making your Valentine’s gift even more meaningful. Learn more about our Friends of the Library groups on our website.
Find Your Nearest Book Sale
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Black History Month @ Your Library
Join us this February for a month of special programs and stories honoring Black voices and history. Highlights include:
Plus, explore our curated collection of books by Black authors for adults and youth.
Black History Month Booklist for Adults
Black History Month Booklist for Children

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Celebrate the 2026 Winter Olympics
Looking for inspiring stories about the Olympics?

Whether you’re curious about young athletes chasing gold or the champions who’ve shaped the Games, these handpicked books and films bring the excitement, heart, and spirit of the Olympics to life.
 
"Go for the Gold!" invites kids to explore Olympic adventures and behind-the-scenes stories, while "Beyond the Podium" offers adults a closer look at the athletes, coaches, and triumphs that make the Games unforgettable.
Beyond the Podium Booklist for Adults
Go For the Gold! Booklist for Children
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Explore Reliable Legal Resources
Need a legal document but unsure where to turn? Try Gale Legal Forms.
 
Gale helps you easily find the document you need, look up legal terms, and connect with an attorney in your area using the Attorney Directory feature.
 
Gale provides a wide variety of fillable forms you can download and save from your home or a library branch. Use the Legal Q & A feature to search for answers to common legal questions. Discover the information you need for all your legal concerns.
Explore Gale Legal Forms

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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!
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