4/5/18 @ 11:05 a.m. - This month, the Nassau County Public Library System joins libraries nationwide in celebrating the many ways libraries lead their communities through transformative services, programs and expertise they offer. April 8-14 is National Library Week, an annual celebration of the life-changing work of libraries, librarians and library workers. Libraries aren’t just places to borrow books or study! They're also creative and engaging community centers where people can collaborate using new technologies and develop their skills and passions.

Libraries of all types have long been evolving to meet the needs of the communities they serve. Diverse groups including elected officials, small business owners and students depend upon libraries and the resources they offer. Resources like e-books, technology classes, and programs for job seekers are just a few ways libraries and librarians are transforming to lead their communities. Community members can also develop their own leadership skills at the library, with endless opportunities to build skills and confidence through resources and programming.

The library helps lead our community by advocating for widespread access to crucial services and lifelong learning. Libraries level the playing field for people of any age who seek information and access to technologies to improve their quality of life. The Nassau County Public Library System celebrates the entire month of April. 

A special, brief survey will be conducted in celebration of National Library Month.  For more information, visit your local branch in Bryceville, Callahan, Fernandina Beach, Hilliard and Yulee or online at www.nassaureads.com or call 904-530-6500.   

See you at the Library!

-Janet Loveless
 Nassau County Public Library System

 

1/25/18 @ 2:25 p.m. - The Nassau County Public Library System hosts weekly Tots Early Literacy Programs for young children and their families to begin emergent literacy skills and instill a lifelong love of reading and learning. Participants explore and learn through music, stories, finger plays, and other activities which aid in their development.

In December 2017, Nassau County Manager, Shanea Jones, was invited to be a Celebrity Reader at both the Fernandina and Yulee Library Branches and she happily accepted. After reading several holiday stories, Ms. Jones led the children in singing holiday songs. A great time was had by all!

If you are interested being a Celebrity Reader, please contact Youth Librarian, Michelle Forde, at (904) 530-6506 or via email at mforde@nassaucountyfl.com. You can also visit the Library's website for a complete schedule of children's programs.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

11/1/17 @ 11:30 a.m. - The Fernandina Beach Library will be hosting Medicare 101, an information workshop in which individuals can learn the basics about Medicare. There will be an experienced agent in attendance to answer all your questions and to help you determine how much Medicare coverage you need.

Date: Tuesday, November 7th:
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Fernandina Library, 25 N. 4th St. 

For questions, please call (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

10/3/17 @ 9:40 a.m. - Attention Teens and Young Adults! A new room has been designed just for you at the Fernandina Branch Library. Come celebrate with a showing of Miss Peregrines Home for Peculiar Children, food and prizes this Saturday, October 7th at 1:00 p.m.

Please see the attached flyer for additional information, or contact the Library at (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

8/28/17 @ 10:15 a.m. - Did you know that the several departments under the Board of County Commissioners provide monthly status updates on activities that were completed the previous month, as well as a timeline of ongoing projects? For example, in the below report for Public Works, the Board was provided information on active projects such as the Pages Dairy/Chester Road Intersection Project, resurfacing and widening of CR 115, the paving of Crawford Road, the resurfacing of Andrews Road and Thomas Creek Road, as well as many other projects currently underway and a list of recently completed projects.

Below you can also find the most recent reports from the Building Department/Code Enforcement, the County Extension Office, Facilities Maintenance, Nassau County Fire/Rescue, and the Library. These reports are submitted to the Board at their monthly day meeting which falls on the third Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of having to locate the appropriate agenda to find the monthly reports, we will begin posting them here for your information.

August Status Reports:
Building Department/Code Enforcement
County Extension
Facilities Maintenance
Fire/Rescue
Library
Public Works

If you have any questions about these reports, please contact those departments directly. Their contact information can be located on the County's website under the "Departments" tab.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office  

5/25/17 @ 1:40 p.m. - The Nassau County Library System and the Supervisor of Elections Office has created displays at each library branch in recognition of Memorial Day. The displays consist of library materials that are available for check-out, as well as FREE copies of the Nassau County Veterans of War Memorial Roll from the Supervisor of Elections Office.

For branch locations and hours of operation, please visit the Library's website.

5/19/17 @ 1:00 p.m. - The Nassau County Public Library System has begun registrations for Summer Reading Programs!

Children from birth to age 11 can register for Summer Reading for Kids. This year's theme is "Build A Better World". After you register online, bring each registered child into a library branch to receive a back pack containing a reading log, stickers, and fun activity sheets. For each week they return their reading log to the library, they will receive a prize (while supplies last). Registration is open until July 31st.

Teens and adults ages 13 and up also have a summer reading program. All you have to do is register online and read at least one book per week to be entered into a drawing for one of five Kindle Fires! They will also have drawings for signed copies of three of David Baldacci's books, The Finisher, The Keeper, and Width of the World. Be sure to register right away so you don't miss out on any drawings!

To sign up, please visit the Library's webpage. For questions, please call  (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

4/26/17 @ 11:05 a.m. - The Nassau County Library System will be hosting a series of discussions related to Florida's history. Participants will learn about discoveries that have been made throughout the State, as well as significant milestones in the past and present.

Each series will take place at Florida State Community College - Nassau Campus in the David Yulee Room. Please see below schedule of events or view the attached flyer:

Monday, May 1, 2017 from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
The State of Research in Northeast Florida History, presented by David Michael Holt, FSCJ Department of History.

Monday, May 22, 2017 from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
John Muir's Footsteps in Florida, 150th Anniversary, presented by John Hendricks, West Nassau Historical Society.

Monday, June 12, 2017 from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Fantastic Archaeology: Florida Frauds, Myths & Mysteries, presented by Emily Jane Murray, Florida Public Archaeology Network.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate should contact the FSCJ library at (904) 548-4467 or Florida Relay Service at (800) 955-8771 at least 5 days in advance to request accommodations.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

4/25/17 @ 8:45 a.m. - The Friends of the Library will be holding a book sale this weekend and all proceeds will benefit the Fernandina Beach Library. The sale will be held in the Peck Gymnasium located at 516 South 10th Street in Fernandina Beach and will feature thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books.

The event begins on Thursday, April 27th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with a special preview for Friends of the Library members. If you are not a member but wish to get a sneak peak of all the great things they have to offer, you can join at the door!

The doors will open to the general public on Friday, April 28th from 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 29th from 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact the Fernandina Beach Library at (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

3/1/17 @ 11:10 a.m. - The Nassau County Library System is working on their Long Range Plan and over the next eight months, will be seeking the public's opinion about existing library services, as well as services everyone would like to see offered. Please consider taking this survey and encourage others to do so as well.

If you have any questions about the Nassau County Library System, please contact Director Dawn Bostwick at (904) 530-6501 or via e-mail at dbostwick@nassaucountyfl.com. You may also visit the Library's website for information on a variety of topics including services offered, upcoming events, and access to e-books.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office