7/6/21 @ 9:10 a.m. -

A PUZZLE LIBRARY IS THE NEXT NEW THING AT YULEE LIBRARY !

The Yulee Library is organizing a community Jigsaw Puzzle Lending Library. Do you have jigsaw puzzles that were completed then returned to the box? Donate them to the Puzzle Library at Yulee Library!
Donating is easy:

• Just drop off your puzzles at the Yulee Library or email FriendsOfTheYuleeLibrary@gmail.com for puzzle pick-up
• We accept puzzles in good condition for all skill levels ages 5 and up.
  

You will be able to donate or borrow from Yulee's Puzzle Library even if you don't have a library card. Library cards are free for Nassau County residents and can be used at any branch of the Nassau County Public Library. Why not pick one up while you're there?

The Yulee Library, a branch of the Nassau County Public Library, is located on the FSCJ Campus at 76346 William Burgess Blvd. in Yulee Phone: (904) 530 – 6500, opt 6

Hours: Hours are Mon. – Thurs. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Closed daily 12:30-1:00) and Fri. 8:00am – 12:00 pm

6/24/21 @ 11:00 a.m.

The Nassau County Public Library System is pleased to announce its latest initiative—Intelligent Lockers by International Library Systems. This project is designed to extend Library services beyond our boundaries.

Walk up to the Intelligent Locker and tap the welcome screen.  The most popular feature is to pick up the items you have already placed on hold.  Easy!  Just scan your library card, the door with your materials opens, and your items are securely checked out to you.  Your receipt will be sent by email or text; your choice.  You can also search the catalog, download ebooks and audio books, and place items on hold.  Just be sure to select FERNANDINA or YULEE Locker as your pick-up location.

Anything in the Library’s collection that can be checked out, and can fit in the lockers, can be checked out this way.  You can request books, books on CD, DVD’s, games, puzzles, and equipment!  The small lockers can hold up to 15 books, the large lockers can hold up to 20, depending on the size of the books. 

You can even return items to the Library in the lockers.  Tap the welcome screen, tap return, and place your items in a locker.  You will receive your receipt by either email or text; your choice.  However, a drop box book return is located next to each of the lockers for your convenience.

Why use the Intelligent Locker?  You need to work late, the Library will be closed before you get there.  You just received an email from the Library, the book you have been waiting for is ready to be picked up!  Your child has books to pick up, it is convenient to go after sports practice.  You drive to the library during your lunch break, there is a line at the Circulation desk. The Library is closed at certain times, such as holidays.  And hopefully we will not face another pandemic.  Don’t have a Library card?  Register for a temporary one.  In any scenario, the lockers are there for you when you need them.

One will be conveniently located outside the front door of the Fernandina Beach Branch Library.  The other will be conveniently located outside, to the left, of the main entrance of the James Page Government Complex in Yulee.  The Intelligent Lockers are scheduled to be installed July 23rd.  The new drop box Book Return is already in place and available to use in Yulee; located to the left of the main entrance of the James Page Government Complex.  Five Minute Library Parking signs will be added.

For FY2020-21, 100% of the total costs for the CARES ACT Grant project #20-CARES-11 is supported by federal money; from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida’s LSTA program is administered by the Department of State’s Division of Library and Information Services.  The total budget of the project is $51,888.
 

6/1/21 @ 11:20 a.m. - The Library has released the attached calendar for June and July 2021 which highlights all the wonderful summer programs including story times, magic shows, puppet shows, animal shows, comedy shows, and more! Be sure to check out the special "Truck Tales" which will showcase various service trucks and discussions with the individuals that operate those vehicles.

If you have any questions about these Library programs, please reach out to Youth Librarian, Michelle Forde, at (904) 530-6506 or via email at mforde@nassaucountyfl.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

5/28/21 @ 10:15 a.m. - For the May 2021 Proudly Serving Nassau Series, we highlighted Sherri Sapp, Library Assistant II. Sherri has worked for the County since 2006 and has built a great relationship with many of the library patrons. Once of her biggest responsibilities is processing passport applications, a job which requires a special certification from the Department of State. Watch the video to learn more about her duties as a Library Assistant II.

We appreciate everything Sherri does for the County government and the residents of Nassau County.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

5/25/21 @ 3:15 p.m. - At last night's meeting, the Board approved Resolution No. 2021-086, honoring Janet Loveless on her retirement after 25 outstanding years of service to the County.

Janet began her employment with Nassau County on November 6, 1995, as a Reference Librarian.  However in May 1995, Janet was promoted to Assistant Library Director where she spent the next 24 years serving the citizens through a variety of programs, including Black History Month and African American Read-In programs that she personally organized and implemented.

Janet was a professional member of the American Library Association for 28 years, the Public Library Association for 20 years, and the Florida Library Association for 20 years. She also represented the Nassau County Library as a liaison with the Amelia Island Genealogical Society, the Amelia Island Book Festival and the Duncan Lamont Clinch Historical Society.

Janet will be greatly missed by those who had the honor to work with her, as well as the citizens of Nassau County and we wish her many years of health and happiness!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

4/22/21 @ 9:00 a.m.-

The Fernandina Beach Library will host Passport Day on Saturday, May 15th from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Appointments are required.

Call (904) 530-6508 to schedule your appointment today!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

4/15/21 @ 4:45 p.m. - The Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library will host Author Talk with Joe Palmer, author of A Mariner's Tale. Mr. Palmer is an award-winning former newspaper reporter and he worked for over 20 years for the Federal Public Defender's Office. This is an Author Talk event you don't want to miss!

This Virtual Event will take place on May 6th at 6:00 p.m. Meeting link will be added to the Library's website prior to the event. Be sure to RSVP for a chance to win an autographed book.

If you have any questions, please contact the Nassau County Library System at (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

4/14/21 @ 9:30 a.m. - Saturday, April 17th is Passport Day at the Fernandina Beach Library Branch. Passport agents will be on site from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. to help process your application and take your photo.

Appointments are required. You can schedule them on the Library's website or by calling (904) 530-6500, Option 2.


-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

4/6/21 @ 8:30 a.m. - The Yulee Library Branch now has a Seed Library in which residents can "borrow" seeds to plant.

Below is information shared by the Friends of the Yulee Library:

A seed library is a self-sustaining program. How does it work? Gardeners -
- borrow seeds from the library.
- grow the plants.
- harvest the seed at the end of the season.
- return some of the new seeds to the library.

No library card is necessary to participate - all ages welcome.

Visit the Yulee Library to see the seed selections for this month and discover the resources that are available for new gardeners.

The Friends of the Yulee Library appreciates our community partners and wishes to thank Hagan Ace Hardware in Yulee , a sponsor of the Nassau Grows Seed Library. https://www.facebook.com/ShopHaganAce

4/1/21 @ 4:45 p.m. - There was a great turnout yesterday for the Egg Hunt in Bryceville. According to Youth Librarian, Michelle Forde, approximately 53 people were in attendance. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this Library program. We hope you enjoyed it!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer