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Submissions for the Indie Author Project Are Now Open!
Calling all genre writers, the IAP is back with an exciting, genre-focused format designed to spotlight the best in independent publishing.
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Summer Reading 2026: DinoSOAR Into Stories
DinoSOAR Into Stories and embark on an epic adventure to collect badges and win prizes during JCPL's Summer Reading program! Register now!
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Kids & Families
Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Mexico, Mexican Americans and the defeat of Napoleon's forces by the Mexican military in Puebla on May 5, 1862!
Teens
Teen Writing Contest – DinoSOAR Into Stories!
DinoSOAR Into Stories by creating one of your own with the Teen Writing Challenge! Entries accepted June 1 - July 31.
Adults
Asian American and Pacific Islanders on Screen
Try one of these excellent movies or TV shows to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month this year.
Takin' Care of Business
Plan, build, market or grow a small business with these great reads for National Small Business Week.
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Books relating to social justice, activism and ways to make your community better!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2026
When children understand how stories work (beginning, middle, end), it helps their comprehension when it comes time to learn to read.
Takin' Care of Business
Plan, build, market or grow a small business with these great reads for National Small Business Week.
Activate!
Books relating to social justice, activism and ways to make your community better!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2026
When children understand how stories work (beginning, middle, end), it helps their comprehension when it comes time to learn to read.