4/7/20 @ 5:15 p.m. - Are your kiddos missing Time for Tots at the Library? Don't worry! Your favorite Youth Librarian, Michelle Forde, has been recording Story Time Videos for your children to enjoy from home. We've created a tab here on The County Insider under Library System, however it can also be reached here. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ County Manager's Office

4/7/20 @ 9:30 a.m. -Earlier this week, we told you about the Library's new video streaming service, hoopla, where you can access over 750,000 items including ebooks, audio books, movies, music, and more. All are free to access using your Library card.

Don't have a card? No problem! Nassau County Public Library System is now offering an Online library card! The card is valid for six months, and allows you access to the digital resources on the Library website. Send a copy of your photo ID, showing you live in the state of FL, and your phone number to Libraryinfo@nassaucountyfl.com. A library staff member will email you with your card information.

When the Library re-opens you can pick up your card, or upgrade it to a permanent card.

If you have any questions, please contact the Library at the email address above, or by phone at (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ County Manager's Office

3/6/20 @ 11:30 a.m. - The Fernandina Beach Library Branch will host a Spring Festival on Saturday, March 28th from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

The event will feature music, dancing, games, balloon art, face painting, petting zoo and more. There will be special appearances by Smokey Bear, Sparky the Fire Dog and other fun characters your children are sure to recognize and love. Be sure to catch the butterfly release hosted by your County Extension Director, Rebecca Jordi, for a unique and exciting experience to kick-off the spring season.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library and is free for Nassau County residents.

If you have any questions, please contact Youth Librarian, Michelle Forde, at (904) 530-6506 or via e-mail at mforde@nassaucountyfl.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

3/4/20 @ 1:00 p.m. - In honor of Women's History Month, the Library is hosting a program featuring guest speaker, Ms. Vella Mbenna, a retired U.S. Diplomat and Award Winning Author.

As a child, Vella dreamed of escaping the small town of Midway, Georgia and traveling the world. In 1989, that dream came true when she accepted a position with the U.S. Department of Foreign Service. During her 26 year career, she served 13 foreign countries, in addition to two assignments in Washington, D.C. What an exciting and interesting life she has led!

To learn more, please consider attending this free event on Thursday, March 12th at 6:00 p.m. at the Fernandina Library Branch.

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


-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

2/26/20 @ 4:30 p.m. - The Fernandina Beach Library Branch currently  has a Native American Art Exhibit on display through April 30, 2020.

On Saturday, March 14th from 5:00-7:00 p.m., the Library will host a Show & Tell Reception in which residents who own Native American Art can share their pieces.

If you have any questions, please contact the Library at (904) 530-6500 or email libraryinfo@nassaucountyfl.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

2/20/20 @ 3:45 p.m. - In celebration of National Puzzle Month, the Nassau County Library System will be holding a Lego Building Fun Event on Tuesday, February 25th from 3:00-4:00 p.m. at the Fernandina Library Branch.

For additional information, please contact Youth Librarian, Michelle Forde, at (904) 530-6506 or via email at mforde@nassaucountyfl.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

2/10/20 @ 11:40 a.m. - The Fernandina Beach Branch Library participated in the National African American Read-In on Monday, Feb. 3rd. The National Read-In is the nation’s first and oldest event dedicated to diversity in literature. It was established in 1990 by the Black Caucus of the National Council of Teachers of English to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month. This initiative has reached more than 6 million participants around the world.

This year the readers selected  favorite quotes, speeches, poems, historical facts, their own original writings and fiction selections.

Pictured in the photo are:
Front Row from left to right: Joyce Frink, Denise Dinkens, Nanette Autry, Beverly Lawrence Franklin. Second Row: Mike Kegler, Marsha Phelts, Len Kreger, Vice Mayor; Dale Martin, City Manager; Chip Ross, City Commissioner, Chuck Comeau, Friends of the Library;
Ron Kurtz, Neil Frink, Program Host.  Back Row: Michael Lednovich, City Commissioner; Tammi Bach, City Attorney, and Gary Autry.

Not pictured: Veronica Martin.  

12/4/19 @ 4:55 p.m.- Below are holiday programs being hosted by the Nassau County Public Library:

Thursday, December 5, 2019
Bryceville Library in the Community Center at 6:30 PM
(7280 Motes Road, Bryceville, Fl. 32009)
 
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Fernandina Beach Branch Library at 2:00 PM
(25 N. 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, Fl. 32034)
 
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Hilliard Branch Library at 6:30 PM
(15821 County Rd. 108 Hilliard, FL 32046)
 
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Callahan Branch Library at 6:30 PM
(450077 State Rd. 200 Suite 15, Callahan, Fl. 32011)
 
Thursday, December 19, 2019
Fernandina Beach Branch Library at 6:00 PM
(25 N.4th Street, Fernandina Beach, Fl. 32034
 
Teen Holiday Party “Jingle Mingle” for ages 12 up.
 This event requires an RSVP to ensure they have adequate supplies

If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Forde with the Nassau County Public Library System at (904) 530-6500 or via email at mforde@nassaucountyfl.com

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

9/30/19 @ 4:30 p.m.

September 24th is National Voter Registration Day. Each year, the Library and Supervisor of Elections Office partners to host the "Read and Register" Event to promote reading while encouraging citizens to register to vote. Each Library sets up a display with information and registration forms.

Pictured above are displays from the Yulee, Bryceville and Fernandina Branch Libraries.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

4/2/19 @ 3:00 p.m. - National Library Week is celebrated annually in April to recognize the importance of libraries as a resource for all members of the community. The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners will be approving a Resolution at the Monday, April 8, 2019 at 6:00 p.m., declaring the week of April 7 through April 13,2019 as National Library Week in Nassau County. Next week, residents are encouraged to visit a local library branch to explore what's new and to engage with a librarian.

Also, Tuesday, April 9, 2019 is National Library Workers Day. Do you have a favorite local librarian that you would like recognized? Visit the American Library Association's Galaxy of the Stars to make a nomination and view the "stars" among the librarians nationwide.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office