GAME JAM @ the Jax Library

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Welcome to our GAME JAM, the newest hands-on Coding & Gaming Club powered by First Coast Esports Alliance!

If you love gaming and have ever wondered “How do they make this?” — this is your chance to build your own.

GAME JAM is a weekly, project-based club where students learn to design, code, and publish their own video games using GameMaker ~ the same powerful platform used to create real indie hits.

📍 South Mandarin Branch Library Schedule

• Mar 24
• April 7, 21
• May 5

📍 Southeast Regional Branch Library Schedule

• Mar 31
• April 14, 28
• May 12

GAME JAM isn’t just about playing games ~ it’s about building them.

Participants will use GameMaker to:

• 🎮 Design their own original game concepts
• 🧠 Learn coding logic, variables, sprites, and mechanics
• 🎨 Create characters, levels, and sound effects
• 🤝 Work in teams like real development studios
• 🚀 Showcase their finished games at the end of the season

Each session builds toward a playable game students can share with friends and family.

Game development teaches:

• Problem-solving
• Creative thinking
• Collaboration
• Digital literacy
• Project management
• Computational logic

These are the same skills used in careers like software development, animation, esports production, app design, and tech entrepreneurship.

Meet other students who share your passion for:

• Indie games
• Esports
• Coding
• Streaming
• Tech & creativity

Build a network of creators — not just players.

Whether you’re interested in:

• Starting an esports team
• Exploring college tech programs
• Building your own game studio
• Competing in game design competitions
• Or just learning something awesome…

GAME JAM gives you a launchpad.

Let’s be honest — coding feels different when:

• Your character finally jumps correctly.
• Your game music actually works.
• Your friends are testing something you built.
• You see your name in the credits.

There’s nothing like it.

• Middle & High School students (ages 12 to 18)
• Beginners curious about coding
• Gamers who want to create
• Students interested in STEM & tech careers
• Future esports innovators

No prior coding experience required — just bring your creativity and curiosity.

One time pre-registration required

NOTE: It is recommended that participants Bring their own windows laptop so they can continue developing their games at home between sessions.  Please let us know on the form if you will need to use one of ours during the sessions.