Best bookstore café in Jacksonville, FL | Happy Medium Books Café

Bridgerton Trivia Night
2026-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Test your wit and charm at the Happy Medium’s most sophisticated Trivia Night.
Bridgerton prizes and surprises!
$10 per person

Learn to Play Mahjong Day 2 - am class
2026-03-11 10:30 - 12:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Must have attended Mahjong Day 1 on Monday, March 9th to attend.

Mystery Thrilling Books Club
2026-03-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us at the cafe as we discuss The Trojan Horse with author S Lee Manning!
As always, book club books are 20% off at Happy Medium Books Cafe.

Mahjong Meet Ups
2026-03-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
If you KNOW how to play Mahjong and are wanting to meet up and play, this is for you!
Join our group and get our Group Me notifications about upcoming Meet Ups.
Contact the store to get on our list!
All skills welcome.
Game and 2025 cards are provided.

Learn to Play Mahjong Day 1
2026-03-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
This is a 2 day class for Mahjong Beginners.
$75 covers the 2 – 2 hour classes on Monday, March 9th and Wednesday, March 11th from 10:30-12:30
Includes the 2025 National Mahjong Card.

Guidepost Montessori Storytime
2026-03-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us for storytelling, Montessori-inspired book recommendations, and learn all about Montessori education.

Happy Little Melodies
2026-03-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-26 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 09:30, 2026-02-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 09:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us for music, movement, and memory-making with your little one in this cozy, welcoming space!
Reserve your spot before they’re gone: www.musictherapynow.net/happylittlemelodies

Reading Sprints
2026-03-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us at Happy Medium for a night of Reading Sprints!
What are Reading Sprints?
It is a style of reading that focuses on reading productivity. Similar toThe Pomodoro Technique for learning.
Everyone gathers with their individually selected titles and we spend time chatting, getting drinks and snacks, etc…
Once everyone is settled,
we set a timer for 20 minutes. everybody reads silently until that timer is finished.
5-10 minute stretch break, or time to chat…
Repeat!
We plan on 4 cycles of reading and when we are done, you have read 180 minutes of reading!
RSVP, so we will save you a seat!

Postcards from Florida by Cookie Davis Reception
2026-03-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Reception with free food and small bites is open to all!

Jax Gallery Brunch Hop
2026-03-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
We are so excited to be Stop #7 on The JAX Gallery Brunch Hop! What a great way to spend your Sunday. This month we are featuring the works of Cookie Davis from the Jacksonville Art Guild. We will have free small bites and wine from 2-4. Come by and meet the artist and check out her amazing work.

Yarning
2026-02-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Whether you knit or crochet, come out and meet up with fellow ‘Yarners’ at Happy Medium.
All levels welcome!

A Seat at Our Table BookTalk Series
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us for the our BookTalk series ‘A Seat at Our Table’ as we explore diverse stories together.
Our first book is The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
Books can be purchased at Happy Medium for 20% off,

Not Your Mother's Book Club - Half His Age
2026-02-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us at the cafe as we discuss Half His Age by Jeannette McCurdy.
As always, Book Club Books are 20% off at Happy Medium Books Café.

Learn to Play Mahjong Day 2
2026-02-23 10:30 - 12:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Must have attended Day 1 on Monday, Feb 19th to attend.

Italian Cooking Class
2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Spend an afternoon with Diana, a passionate cook and expert in Italian cuisine, as she guides you through the delightful process of making Homemade Ravioli from scratch. This immersive experience promises not only to teach you the art of crafting these delicious pasta pockets but also to share the cherished family traditions that have been passed down through generations. As you roll out the dough and fill it with a variety of mouth-watering ingredients, you’ll learn about the significance of each step in the process, as Diana recounts stories of how her grandmother taught her these time-honored techniques in their cozy kitchen.
During this hands-on workshop, you will not only master the technique of creating the perfect ravioli dough but also explore the various fillings that can be used. Diana will provide tips on balancing flavors and achieving the ideal texture, ensuring that your ravioli will be both delicious and authentic.
In addition to the ravioli, you will also learn how to prepare two traditional sauces that complement the pasta beautifully, each with its unique flavor profile. Diana will share her grandmother’s secrets for achieving the perfect consistency and depth of flavor in each sauce, elevating your homemade ravioli to a whole new level.

This culinary adventure will not only enhance your cooking skills but also deepen your appreciation for Italian cuisine and the love that goes into every dish. By the end of the afternoon, you will have created a meal that is not just food but a heartfelt tribute to family traditions, ready to be shared with friends and loved ones. Join Diana for this unforgettable experience, where you will leave not only with newfound skills but also with a sense of connection to the rich culinary heritage of Italy. The class with conclude with dinner.

Menu:

Homemade spinach and Ricotta Ravioli
Nonna’s Tomato Sauce
(Nonna’s Recipe!)
Brown Butter and Sage
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The ticket covers a 2.5-hour cooking class, along with the ingredients, materials, and a meal for either dinner or lunch.

The Modern Parents Playbook
2026-02-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us with Ms Rebecca at Happy Medium as we discuss The Amazing Generation, by Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation, and Catherine Price, author of How to Break Up With Your Phone. We will discuss how to help your child navigate a world dominated by Smartphones and Social Media. Reading the book prior is not required, however you may purchase the book now at Happy Medium Books Café.

Sci-Fi Book Club - Braking Day
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us at the café as we discuss Braking Day by Adam Oyebanji.
As always, book club books are 20% off at Happy Medium Books Café.

Park After Dark
2026-02-19 18:00 - 21:00 | FL

Lit Chat with Terah Shelton Harris
2026-02-19 14:00 - 16:00 | JPL Mandarin Branch, 3330 Kori Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
We are so excited about Terah Shelton Harris’s LitChat in conversation with Madeline Martin this month and the Mandarin Branch of the Jacksonville Public Library.
This will be worth taking time out of your afternoon schedule!
Terah Shelton Harris is an author and former librarian, who now writes upmarket fiction with bittersweet endings. She is the author of One Summer in Savannah and Long After We Are Gone. Her books have been chosen as a Target Book Club pick, LibraryReads pick, Kobo Best Book, Together We Read pick, Publisher’s Marketplace Buzz Book, and a Goodreads Choice Awards nominee for Best Debut. Terah was also named Target’s first Author of the Year. Her third book, Where the Wildflowers Grow, will be published available for purchase at the event and at Happy Medium Books Café.
Interviewer Madeline Martin is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of historical fiction and historical romance with books translated into over twenty-five languages.
Event is free.
Please register in advance.

Learn to Play Mahjong Day 1
2026-02-19 10:30 - 12:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
This is a 2 day class for Mahjong Beginners.
$75 covers the 2 – 2 hour classes on Thursday, February 19th from 10-30-12:30; and Monday, February 23rd from 10:30-12:30.
Includes the 2025 National Mahjong Card.

Wine Date With A Book - The Merlot Murders
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Cork Thyme @ All Spiced up Avondale, 3543 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL, 32205
Join us at Cork Thyme at All Spiced up in Avondale to discuss The Merlot Murders by Ellen Crosby and have some delicious wine!
The book can be purchased at Happy Medium for 20% off.

Happy Medium Book Club - Hell of a Book
2026-02-18 10:30 - 12:00 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us ast the cafe as we discuss Hell of a Book by Jason Mott.
As always, book club books are 20% off at Happy Medium Books Café.

First Coast Horror Book Club - Brother
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Join us at the cafe as we discuss Brother by Ania Ahlborn.
As always, book club books are 20% off at Happy Medium.

1st Coast Horror Book Club
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Happy Medium Books Cafe, 2724 Park St, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
