Community Calendar

Come join us for cribbage. We are part of the American Cribbage Congress (ACC) and play 9 games of competitive cribbage every Wednesday night from September-May. $10 buy in, and we payout on the top scorecards.

Come join us for cribbage. We are part of the American Cribbage Congress (ACC) and play 9 games of competitive cribbage every Wednesday night from September to May. $10 buy in and we payout to the top scorecards.

Join facilitator Marla Estes to watch fascinating and insightful videos carefully selected to explore ways to depolarize and then engage in a facilitated discussion to help integrate new perspectives.

Following four Republicans from different backgrounds, this documentary offers an opportunity to hear conservatives speak for themselves rather than through media portrayals, political opponents, or cultural stereotypes.

Is your child going to be age 5 by September 1st? Then it is time to enroll for Kindergarten. Ashland School District enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 school year.

Experienced students are the focus of this ongoing class but beginners may join after contacting the instructor. Tai Chi and Qi Gong are calming practices that incorporate slow movement, breathwork, visualization, and meditation. Consistent practice fosters improved balance, body alignment, coordination, and overall sense of well-being. Tai Chi students will also practice the Qi Gong.

To determine if you are ready for this level placement, please contact instructor Carolyn Wolf prior to attending at carwolf@sonic.net.

Instructors Bio: I have been a certified Tai Chi Practice Leader (from the Institute of Integral Qi Gong and Tai Chi) since 2015 and have been leading classes locally since then. I enjoy sharing all the practice has to offer; relaxation, increased body awareness, improved balance, meditation techniques, and overall improved well-being.”

Art Presence Art Center and Jacksonville Community Center have partnered to offer an
ALL DAY SUMMER CAMP
Children ages 6 through 11

Dive into four days of creativity and fun! Each day is split into a thrilling half-day at Art Presence and a fun-filled half-day at the Jacksonville Community Center, connected by an escorted midday walk (just four blocks!). You can choose the full experience or enroll for half days only. The cost is just $120 for each four-session, half-day series (Monday through Thursday). Morning sessions spark creativity from 9am to Noon, and afternoon adventures run from Noon to 3pm. Please note: No meals or snacks are provided—pack your own fuel for fun!

July 13 through July 16: Theater Arts & Crafts

Get ready for the stage! Before an afternoon that introduces students to acting, voice expression, improvisation, stage presence and auditioning at Jacksonville Community Center, mornings at Art Presence are dedicated to crafting your spotlight look! Projects include designing dazzling decorated masks, making unique costume accessories, and bringing puppets to life with custom stages and scene illustrations.

To register for JCC: www.jacksonvillecommunitycenter.org
To register for Art Presence: www.art-presence.org > education > summer camp

Need help with your job search, resume, or cover letter? Drop in for a 20-minute one-on-one session with library staff for personalized support. No appointment needed—just bring your device and job goals!

New Exhibition - StitchPunk presented by SAQA

Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc. (SAQA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the art quilt: "a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure."

Our vision is that the art quilt is universally respected as a fine art medium. SAQA’s core values are: excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

Over the past 3+ decades, SAQA has grown into a dynamic and active community of over 4,000 artists, curators, collectors, and art professionals located around the world.

Theatre Arts Camp is a four-half-day camp that introduces students to acting, voice expression,
improvisation, stage presence and auditioning through fun games and activities. Explore
pantomime, singing confidentiality in tune, and learning basic musical theater dance styles. We
will also enjoy a snack break and supervised play at Doc Griffin Park. This camp will be led by
theater and music instructor, Ms. Laurie and JCC Youth & Family Programs Coordinator, Sarah
Greco.

12:00-12:10pm – campers arrive at the Jacksonville Community Center
12:10pm-2:50pm – Theater arts games and activities, snack, and outdoor play
2:50pm-3pm – parent/guardian pick-up at the Jacksonville Community Center

To register for this camp, click this link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260785222360151

If you are interested in full-day camp options in Jacksonville, JCC and Art Presence have
partnered to create adjacent camps, with optional supervised walking transportation between
camps. Check out https://art-presence.org/summer-camp to view and register for their summer
camps.

Explore democracy, civic engagement, and social change through thought-provoking books and discussions. This club delves into historical and contemporary works that highlight the power of participation in a democratic society. Join us to read, reflect, and connect with others passionate about making a difference. All are welcome!

We will read:
It Can't Happen Here – Lewis Sinclair (March 19)
Autocracy, Inc: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World – Anne Applebaum (April 16)
The new Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness – Michelle Alexander (May 21)