Putnam County Public Library System

24/04/2026

We're open once again! Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

📚Bostwick Library Reopened📚

The Bostwick Community Library has reopened and is back to normal operations.

Thank you to our community for your patience and understanding during the temporary closure. We’re glad to welcome everyone back and look forward to serving you again.

21/04/2026

Bostwick library is closed until further notice. We are open to serve you at our other four locations in Palatka, Crescent City, Interlachen, and Melrose.

‼Bostwick Library Closure‼

The Bostwick Library is closed today due to smoke in the area. The Palatka Library is open today at 601 College Rd, Palatka. For more information, call the Palatka Library at 386-329-0126.

21/04/2026

Have you visited your library today? It's National Library Week and if you haven't been to the library in a while you may be surprised at what we have in store for you! Books, DVDs, eBooks, audiobooks, sure - but we also have coloring days for adults, children's storytimes, crochet clubs and sewing classes and more. And don't forget that this month is Fine Free Month!

14/04/2026

Don't forget - the Library Community Quilt Show is this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. We're still accepting submissions at the Palatka Library today and tomorrow, so if you have a quilt that you've made or a quilt that's a family treasure you'd like to show off, contact Wendy Symonds at the Palatka Library ((386) 329-0126) to learn more, or drop by and fill out a form. Participation is free!

31/03/2026

FREE BOOKS! Need I say more? The book sale is over but we still have some lil' guys that didn't find a good home. Come down to the Palatka Library and adopt a free book...or two, or three, or twenty-seven!

24/03/2026

Dollar bag days are on at the Palatka Library! We've got hardbacks, paperbacks, and award-winning books for kids and teens! Fill up a bag for just a dollar all week this week! :D

18/03/2026

Looking for something to do this spring break? We're got pour paint, movies, sidewalk chalk, storytimes, and so much more at all of your Putnam County Libraries! Have you checked out our calendar yet? Head to funinputnam.com and take a look at all the great things we have on our calendar!

11/03/2026

Book lovers (and future teachers, maybe?) come in all ages at the library! Class is in session! 💡📖📚😁

10/03/2026

Who's ready for a book sale? Palatka Library's book sale is next week from March 16th to March 21st so get ready to fill up those bags with great deals!

06/03/2026

An amazing time was had by all last night at the One Book One Putnam Finale with New York Times Bestselling Author Shelby van Pelt. She spoke about her writing process and where her characters come from, and even teased us a bit about possible future novels she's got in the works. She stayed afterwards for almost an hour signing books. We're so grateful to her for stopping by our little town, and hope that you can all join us next year. Look for the title of our next community read to be announced in November!

06/02/2026

Palatka's 0-2 Storytime and Wiggle Hour has been cancelled today, we're sorry for the inconvenience! The library is still open, however, and you're welcome to come hang out with us - it's warm and we have books!

28/01/2026

For those in need of cold weather shelter tonight. Stay safe out there!

City of Palatka, the Putnam County Board of County Commissioners, and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office Announce Cold Weather Shelter Opening

Palatka, FL — The City of Palatka, the Putnam County Board of County Commissioners, and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office announce the opening of a temporary cold weather shelter to provide a safe and warm place for residents during expected cold temperatures.

The cold weather shelter will be located at the Robert H. Jenkins Northside Community & Recreation Center, formerly known as Jenkins Middle School, at 1900 Napoleon Street.

Shelter Hours:
• Opens: Wednesday, January 28th at 7:00 PM
• Closes: Thursday, January 29th at 7:00 AM

The shelter is open to residents of the City of Palatka and Putnam County.

Please note, no pets are permitted at the shelter. Individuals planning to utilize the shelter are encouraged to make alternate arrangements for their animals prior to arrival.

The Palatka Police Department and the City of Palatka remain committed to the safety and well-being of our community, especially during periods of severe or hazardous weather. Residents are encouraged to share this information with anyone who may be in need of shelter during the cold overnight hours.

For additional information, please contact the Community Affairs Director Eddie Cutwright at (386) 983-1254 or Community Affairs Assistant Jessica Cruz at (386) 213-0948.