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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Daoud-David Williams: A Lifelong Advocate for Culture & Education
We remember and celebrate the life of Daoud-David Williams, who was born on July 23, 1943, and a treasured member of the Jersey City Free Public Library (JCFPL) family. Born to Elizabeth and John Williams, he was a lifelong resident of Jersey City and a successful student of the public school system. He attended Jersey … Continued
Happy Black History Month from Jersey City Free Public Library
Happy Black History Month from Jersey City Free Public Library! Black History Month began in 1925 when Carter G. Woodson and the organization he founded, the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH), conceived and announced Negro History Week. His intent was to raise awareness of African American’s contributions to civilization and … Continued
Children’s Authors and Illustrators Week at JCFPLÂ
Children’s Authors and Illustrators Week is an annual celebration held during the first full week of February. This special week is dedicated to recognizing the creativity and contributions of authors and illustrators who bring stories to life for children. At Jersey City Free Public Library, we celebrate the Lifelong Learning journey of all our patrons, … Continued
Celebrate National Library Lover’s Month with JCFPL
National Library Lover’s Month in February is dedicated to the people who love whole buildings devoted to reading, housing, organizing, categorizing, finding, studying, and otherwise loving books. Jersey City Free Public Library is proud to provide resources and programs that educate, entertain, and empower people of all ages. Whether you’re a Lifelong Learner and library … Continued
Earn, Save, Spend, Budget! Kids Can Learn about Personal Finance through New Library Offerings
Jersey City Free Public Library has been selected to receive a Thinking Money for Kids Program Kit from the American Library Association (ALA) and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. JCFPL is one of 300 libraries selected through a national application process to receive this unique offering. Starting in January 2025, our patrons will have … Continued
Celebrate National Hobby Month with JCFPL
Celebrate National Hobby Month with Jersey City Free Public Library! Our support for our patrons’ Lifelong Learning journey includes creating programs that help them discover and nurture new hobbies. Discovering and developing hobbies can benefit physical, mental, and emotional well-being by relieving stress, fostering curiosity, and building community. JCFPL offers a variety of programs designed … Continued
Donate to Jersey City Free Public Library Foundation Before 2024 Ends
Jersey City Free Public Library Director Terry B. Hill reflects on another successful year with our patrons, “As we approach the end of 2024, I want to thank you for supporting Jersey City’s most valuable Lifelong Learning resource, the Jersey City Free Public Library (JCFPL). I am grateful to serve a community that values libraries, … Continued
Explore JCFPL for Dewey Decimal System Day
Celebrate Dewey Decimal System Day by exploring your local Jersey City Free Public Library branch! The Dewey Decimal System is a library classification system that provides a structure for labeling items so that they will sit with items of the same or similar topics on the shelf, making them easier to find. Dewey Decimal System … Continued
Celebrate Read a New Book Month with JCFPL
Did you know that December is Read a New Book Month? This lovely holiday is all about curling up with a new book, comforted by your coziest blanket to keep you warm on those chilly December nights. Jersey City Free Public Library is dedicated to fostering lifelong learning by offering diverse ways for patrons to … Continued
Happy Holidays from Jersey City Free Public LibraryÂ
As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to celebrate the season with our incredible library community. Libraries are more than just buildings with books; they are spaces where community is formed, stories are shared, and connections are made. At JCFPL, we celebrate the diversity of our patrons and their … Continued