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Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online eBranch
Make virtual connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club. Join us on Zoom- Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Cancelled
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
B is for Baby! - for new and expecting parents and caregivers
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for a deluxe version of our regularly scheduled Baby Time program! In addition, we will have community organizations tabling... more
Join us for a deluxe version of our regularly scheduled Baby Time program! In addition, we will have community organizations tabling and providing information about important baby related topics.
Cancelled
Story Time
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hawthorne Branch
Fun with art, music, science, stories and more
Music & Movement
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Discover the basics of 3D printing in this beginner-friendly class at the library.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
Baby Time
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more, for babies and their caregivers.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how... more
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Community Resource Navigator
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library - Lubee Bats
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Visit with real, live bats from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! 
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Laptops will be available for up to 10 adults to use to search for their ancestors. Help for your search will be available.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.
Fiber Education and Digital Literacy
Thu, Jun 11, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
These events will introduce essential technology skills to help participants navigate today’s digital world safety and confidently.
LaCrosse - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.
Battle of the Books- Practice
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Team preparation for the big, Battle of the Books.
Summer Break Movie Matinee - The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Want to beat the heat during Summer Break? Join us for an afternoon viewing of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Rated PG for... more
Want to beat the heat during Summer Break? Join us for an afternoon viewing of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Rated PG for rude humor, action, and some scary images.
Savvy Caregiver Series
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with cognitive loss. This program is designed to refine your caregiving... more
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with cognitive loss. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills, reduce stress, and improve your caregiving experience.
Fiber Education and Digital Literacy
Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
These events will introduce essential technology skills to help participants navigate today’s digital world safety and confidently.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Join us in the children’s area every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for our Read with a Dog program.
Big Kid Book Club Roar!
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Big Kid Book Club Roar! engages young readers to have fun sharing activities based on books they choose-- about dinosaurs!
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how... more
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
Summer Art Sessions
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own... more
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own creativity!
Dino Rock Painting
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Come dig up some fun at rock painting!
Teen Gaming
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
ArtSpace: Dino Discoveries in STEAM
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Create fizzy dinosaur eggs and discover the science behind chemical reactions with guest artist Vicky MacDonald!
Decorate a Summer Journal
Thu, Jun 11, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Decorate a journal for summer.
Adult Board Gaming
Thu, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.
Stitch & Dish
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat with your neighbors while you work on your latest fiber arts project!
Early Steps Baby Time
Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Enjoy a gentle program with a librarian for babies and toddlers (including those with sensory sensitivities) followed by family time and... more
Enjoy a gentle program with a librarian for babies and toddlers (including those with sensory sensitivities) followed by family time and a resource sharing session with North Central Early Steps.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
Micanopy Craft 'n' Quilt - Come Craft with Us!
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Are you crafty? Do you sew? Do you want to learn?
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Literacy Team: Lauren
Fri, Jun 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
Headquarters Library - Study Room C
Only open to tutors in ACLD literacy/ESOL program.
Hand Building Pottery Workshop - Create your own piece of pottery
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Let's get creative and explore pottery techniques without a wheel. Meet Chris Gallup of Big G Pottery to enjoy this hands-on experience... more
Let's get creative and explore pottery techniques without a wheel. Meet Chris Gallup of Big G Pottery to enjoy this hands-on experience for adults & teens. Don't get mad, get dirty. Throw pots!
This event is full
Summer at the Library: Mark Alan Magic
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
A fun interactive comedy magic show.
Adult Summer Camp - Collage Corner
Fri, Jun 12, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Get creative at the HQ MakerSpace with a series of collage projects! Each week will have a different base item to collage on: pinback... more
Get creative at the HQ MakerSpace with a series of collage projects! Each week will have a different base item to collage on: pinback buttons, artist trading cards, bookmarks, and zines.
League at the Library - League of Women Voters of Alachua County
Fri, Jun 12, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Millhopper Branch
Chat with the League of Women Voters of Alachua County. They can help answer questions about voting and how to find quality information... more
Chat with the League of Women Voters of Alachua County. They can help answer questions about voting and how to find quality information about candidates and issues.
Learn to Write Creatively - A Writer's Workshop for Everyone
Fri, Jun 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
A Writers Workshop in which we write, share, and peer edit poetry and other short pieces of different genres while working on basic to... more
A Writers Workshop in which we write, share, and peer edit poetry and other short pieces of different genres while working on basic to advanced English skills.
TinkerSpace
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration!
Stitch & Chat
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.
Adult Craft Club: Pride Paper Hearts
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New venue Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Learn a new craft every month. We will provide the materials, you bring your creativity.
ArtSpace: Drawing and Painting Series for Adults - Multi-colored Juneteenth Fist
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Use large brush strokes with blended colors to paint a multi-colored fist for Juneteenth.
Painted Sea Shells
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
June 21st is the first day of summer - let's get beachy!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Summer at the Library: Mark Alan Magic
Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
A fun interactive comedy magic show.
Summer at the Library: Making Moosic! - Anna Moo
Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy stories and songs with Anna Moo!
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
League at the Library - League of Women Voters of Alachua County
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Representatives from the League of Women Voters will have an informational table outside the library. They are a nonpartisan, grassroots... more
Representatives from the League of Women Voters will have an informational table outside the library. They are a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Discover the basics of 3D printing in this beginner-friendly class at the library.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Library Partnership Branch - Studio Room (allow 48 hrs notice before staff approval)
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Everyday ASL with Kenny - Real signs for real life
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for our month long class on basic American Sign Language with a renown instructor, Kenny Sanders.
Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Come see Jacki Manna’s fun ventriloquism show featuring silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read.
Art @ Archer - Colored Pencil Workshop
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for an interactive art session teaching techniques like layering, blending, and burnishing to create vibrant, detailed drawings... more
Join us for an interactive art session teaching techniques like layering, blending, and burnishing to create vibrant, detailed drawings using colored pencils.
Draw Dinosaurs With a Paleoartist
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Learn to draw dinosaurs with expert paleoartist Dr. Emily Willoughby!
Music and Movement
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.
Saturday Story Time - Sensory Story Time
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
English for Families
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Learn English with your family!
Juneteenth Music Celebration: Amplified and Free
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Come celebrate Juneteenth with a music performance by local artist Fakksonly
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.
ArtSpace: Dino Discoveries in STEAM
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Create fizzy dinosaur eggs and discover the science behind chemical reactions with guest artist Vicky MacDonald!
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Drawing with Anna - Prehistoric Animals
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch
Learn to draw prehistoric animals found at Archer’s Love Bone Bed Dig in 1974.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna
Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Come see Jacki Manna’s fun ventriloquism show featuring silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read.
Rescheduled
A Collage of Pride
Sun, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Friday, June 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Alachua Branch
Join the Pride Community Center of North Central Florida (PCCNCF) and create a small piece of art. Your artwork can be added to our... more
Join the Pride Community Center of North Central Florida (PCCNCF) and create a small piece of art. Your artwork can be added to our shared collage art piece to represent our community's pride!
Sensory Story Time
Sun, Jun 14, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of... more
Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of story time in a gentle, fun, and enriching manner.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Chess Club
Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.
Cancelled
Gainesville Rose Society
Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch
Join the Gainesville Rose Society for their monthly meeting at the Tower Road Branch this Sunday at 2 p.m.
Writers' Alliance of Gainesville
Sun, Jun 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us at 2:30 pm for our monthly meeting of the Writers' Alliance of Gainesville. At each meeting, a presentation will be made by a... more
Join us at 2:30 pm for our monthly meeting of the Writers' Alliance of Gainesville. At each meeting, a presentation will be made by a guest speaker.
Reiki Circle
Sun, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us in the meeting room for a Reiki Circle with Denise Pérez, a gentle and restorative group experience designed to promote... more
Join us in the meeting room for a Reiki Circle with Denise Pérez, a gentle and restorative group experience designed to promote relaxation, balance, and overall well-being.
Morning Movie
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Springhill Commons Publix - Bookmobile Stop
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Community Resource Navigator
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come see Jacki Manna’s fun ventriloquism show featuring silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read.
Summer at the Library: Draw Dinosaurs With a Paleoartist
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Learn to draw dinosaurs with expert paleoartist Dr. Emily Willoughby!
Fiber Arts Fun for Kids
Mon, Jun 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Dive into creative exploration with yarn art!
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Mon, Jun 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
Basic Reading Practice for Adult Learners
Mon, Jun 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing... more
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing strategies for success!
Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.
Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna
Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Jacki Manna’s Fun, Funny, & Fabulous ventriloquism show featuring talking, laughing, wacky, silly, jokester puppets that get children... more
Jacki Manna’s Fun, Funny, & Fabulous ventriloquism show featuring talking, laughing, wacky, silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read.
Cancelled
Everyday English
Mon, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
Gives adult learners the chance to engage in practical English language skills.
Cancelled
Free Notary Service
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library
Free notary services provided by an adult services volunteer.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Juneteenth Story Time - In the Library
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
It's Juneteenth Story Time! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs, and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Fingerpaint Fun
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Joyful experiments and play with fingerpaint for babies, toddlers, and caretakers.
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
Music and Movement - Come sing and dance with your little ones!
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your little ones!
Story Time
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us every Tuesday for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us every Tuesday for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play
Exploring the World of Painting
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Having fun while learning to paint
Music and Movement
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Join us every Tuesday for a musical morning! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Adult Summer Camp - Protecting Yourself from Business Impersonators
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Join us for a free series on protecting yourself from scams. Learn how to spot common fraud tactics, safeguard your personal... more
Join us for a free series on protecting yourself from scams. Learn how to spot common fraud tactics, safeguard your personal information, and take the right steps if you ever become a target.
Senior Recreation Center - Bookmobile Stop
Tue, Jun 16, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Jun 16, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.
Alachua Branch Book Club
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for a fun discussion of the book selection for the month! Each month we will select one Adult Fiction or... more
Join us at the Alachua Branch for a fun discussion of the book selection for the month! Each month we will select one Adult Fiction or Non-Fiction title to read and discuss it as a group.
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Camp Cuscowilla - Outreach - Art week at Camp Cuscowilla
Tue, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Camp Cuscowilla Nature Park
Staff present a craft at the camp.
Book Buzz - Graphic Novels & Funny Books
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Love comics or funny books? Share your favorites at Book Buzz! Kids recommend graphic novels and laugh-out-loud reads while discovering... more
Love comics or funny books? Share your favorites at Book Buzz! Kids recommend graphic novels and laugh-out-loud reads while discovering new ones. Ages 6–11.
Intro. to 3D Printing
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
The Archer Library has a 3D printer! Learn how you can submit projects for printing.
Draw Dinosaurs With a Paleoartist
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Learn to draw dinosaurs with expert paleoartist Dr. Emily Willoughby!
Alachua County After Juneteenth
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Juneteenth is just the beginning! Hear local stories of hope and the strength of the African American community—stories of brave... more
Juneteenth is just the beginning! Hear local stories of hope and the strength of the African American community—stories of brave leaders, Black-owned businesses, and the power of protest.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Hawthorne Hub
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
ChillSpace - Jurassic Marathon
Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a Jurassic Series Marathon! Teens hangout, play games, build stuff, and more.
Teen Gaming
Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for Nintendo Switch gaming.
Sewing Meetup
Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Sewing Meetup provides a dedicated time for sewers or other fiber artists to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and... more
Sewing Meetup provides a dedicated time for sewers or other fiber artists to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use sewing machines independently.
Teen CreateSpace - Celebrating Juneteenth
Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Decorate a wooden drink coaster or a star patterned cutout for Juneteenth.
Literacy - Lee D - Literacy
Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
Lit Tutor
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.
Exceptional Programs for Exceptional People
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Every week we will offer a passive program for Adults of all abilities to connect and enjoy simple, creative activities together.
Computers and Technology
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us for a weekly program to learn computer skills and new technology. No experience required!
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Music & Movement 10:15
Wed, Jun 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Story Time at the Zoo
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Santa Fe Zoo Lawn
Join us at Santa Fe College Zoo on the third Wednesday of every month at 10:30 a.m. for stories about all kinds of animals and other... more
Join us at Santa Fe College Zoo on the third Wednesday of every month at 10:30 a.m. for stories about all kinds of animals and other friendly creatures.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Sidewalk Chalk Art
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Outside Area
Turn the sidewalk into your canvas! Join us for a fun, colorful morning of sidewalk art for all ages.
Community Resource Navigator
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
An experienced Community Resource Navigator (CRN) will be on-site to guide you through the process of meeting your basic financial needs... more
An experienced Community Resource Navigator (CRN) will be on-site to guide you through the process of meeting your basic financial needs and building supportive social connections.
Story Time
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us!
Music & Movement 11:00
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Cancelled
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Library Partnership Branch
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue.... more
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue. Also answering patron’s questions while studying for the GED.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Job Club
Wed, Jun 17, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
Non-Traditional Book Club
Wed, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
High Springs Branch
Read and Discuss
Music Lab
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Studio Room (allow 48 hrs notice before staff approval)
Kids have fun with musical instrument
Knitting Circle
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
Oak Hammock - Bookmobile Stop
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Read with a Dog
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - Children's Area
Find a good book or bring in your favorite to read with therapy dog Sahara!
Open Studio - Open Hours at Archer CreateSpace
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Open Studio time at the Archer Branch Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. The 3D printer is available... more
Open Studio time at the Archer Branch Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. The 3D printer is available for public use with staff assistance.
Read with a Dog
Wed, Jun 17, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!
Kid Gaming
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and... more
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and library databases.
This event is full
Reading for Fun - Language Learning Book Club
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.
Summer at the Library: Wednesday Movie Matinee for Kids
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Micanopy Branch
A movie matinee time for kids and tweens, showing popular animated and live-action films!
LegoSpace
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Make your own dinosaur egg!
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for an egg-citing adventure through time! Budding paleontologists will decorate their very own dinosaur nests and eggs.
This event is full
Wacky Wednesday Presents... - Dino Fun! Hand Sewing and Felting Craft Activities
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Learn how to needle felt and hand sew cool Dinosaurs with Kisore Hutchison!
Art Club
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us in unleashing your creativity through a variety of fun projects!
Read With a Dog
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
High Springs Branch - Teen Space
Therapy dogs love to be read to, so come share a story with a furry friend!
Cedarville Global Community School Outreach
Wed, Jun 17, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Cedarville Global Community School
outreach storytime
Cancelled
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
Teen/Tween D&D Encounters
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Join an adventure as one of the heroes! No experience required -- just imagination!
BOTB Practice
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
BOTB Practice 4-5
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please... more
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please note, this is NOT an exercise class.
Adult Summer Camp - Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Learn more about the technology that is changing the world faster than humanity can keep up with it.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online eBranch
Make virtual connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club. Join us on Zoom- Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Baby Time
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
Dino Story Time
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hawthorne Branch - Children's Area,MakerSpace
Fun with dinosaur-themed art, music, science, stories and more
Music & Movement
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.
Story Time at Depot Park
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Depot Park main stage
Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather permitting.
Veteran's Gathering
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Spouses, children, join us as we share with our veterans
Story Time
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Story Time
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Community Resource Navigator
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Learning Libby - How to Download Books
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Want to download eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines onto your tablet, Kindle, or phone? Bring your device and we'll teach you how.
This event is full
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Laptops will be available for up to 10 adults to use to search for their ancestors. Help for your search will be available.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.
Adult Summer Camp - Collage Corner
Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Get creative at the HQ MakerSpace with a series of collage projects! Each week will have a different base item to collage on: pinback... more
Get creative at the HQ MakerSpace with a series of collage projects! Each week will have a different base item to collage on: pinback buttons, artist trading cards, bookmarks, and zines.
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Study Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling
Basic Reading Practice for Adult Learners
Thu, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing... more
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing strategies for success!
LaCrosse - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.
Battle of the Books- Practice
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Team preparation for the big, Battle of the Books.
Bats at the Library
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! 
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Free, unbiased, confidential one-on-one Medicare counseling provided by trained Medicare counselors.
Juneteenth Jewels and Jams
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for jewels, jams, and learning about the historical significance of Juneteenth.
Celebrate Juneteenth: Movie Matinee
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Juneteenth Movie Matinee
Juneteenth Peace and Poetry - with Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Whether you’re familiar with writing poetry or want to learn where to begin, please join Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley... more
Whether you’re familiar with writing poetry or want to learn where to begin, please join Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson to learn about expressing yourself through poetry!
Savvy Caregiver Series
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with cognitive loss. This program is designed to refine your caregiving... more
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with cognitive loss. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills, reduce stress, and improve your caregiving experience.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story.
Film Club
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
At Film Club, we discuss all things film!
Summer STEAM
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by summer reading themes of dinosaurs or America 250.
Teen ArtSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Learn how to create 3D models using Tinkercad. Staff will then 3D print the items to be picked up at a later date.
ArtSpace: Juneteenth Freedom Quilt Squares
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Celebrate Juneteenth by designing your own paper freedom quilt square while learning about the history and meaning of this important day... more
Celebrate Juneteenth by designing your own paper freedom quilt square while learning about the history and meaning of this important day in American history.
Southwest Advocacy Group (SWAG) - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Adult Board Gaming
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.
Stitch & Dish
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat with your neighbors while you work on your latest fiber arts project!
Knitting Space
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Come join us for a relaxed knitting circle where established knitters can bring their own projects to work on and beginners can learn... more
Come join us for a relaxed knitting circle where established knitters can bring their own projects to work on and beginners can learn the basics.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Fri, Jun 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Music & Movement - Saturday Special
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Saturday Special Music and Movement program.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Ask-A-Lawyer
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Join Three Rivers Legal Service, Southern Legal Council and the Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association's Pro Bono Committee for a free... more
Join Three Rivers Legal Service, Southern Legal Council and the Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association's Pro Bono Committee for a free Ask-A-Lawyer clinic.
Everyday ASL with Kenny - Real signs for real life
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for our month long class on basic American Sign Language with a renown instructor, Kenny Sanders.
America 250: Finding Your Roots - Identifying Your Revolutionary War Ancestors
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
As we celebrate America’s 250th year, explore your family tree and the stories on how your ancestors participated in the American... more
As we celebrate America’s 250th year, explore your family tree and the stories on how your ancestors participated in the American Revolution.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Pride Family Story Time
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Bring the family and join us for Pride Story Time in our Snuggle-Up Center!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Family Art Time
Sat, Jun 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Art explorations for children and their parents and caregivers after Saturday Story Time.
Read With a Dog
Sat, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services to read your favorite story to a furry friend!
First-Time Home Buyer
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Are you a first-time home buyer or need a refresher course on home buying? Join us for a presentation from Matchmaker Realty that covers... more
Are you a first-time home buyer or need a refresher course on home buying? Join us for a presentation from Matchmaker Realty that covers the home buying process from financing, to insurance, & more.
3D Design Afternoons- Beginners
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Learn to design 3D items with us.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.
Summer at the Library: Adult Fun STEM Techno MakerSpace
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Come try out some electronics!
Teen Movie Club
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Join us for a showing of a PG-13 movie from the library's collection.
Ham Radio - with the Gainesville Amateur Radio Society
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun afternoon of Amateur Ham Radio. We will learn about radio communication from the local Gainesville Amateur Radio Society.
ArtSpace: Juneteenth Freedom Quilt Squares
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Celebrate Juneteenth by designing your own paper freedom quilt square while learning about the history and meaning of this important day... more
Celebrate Juneteenth by designing your own paper freedom quilt square while learning about the history and meaning of this important day in American history.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Mah-Jongg with Robin
Sat, Jun 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and... more
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and challenging game! Registration required.
Juneteenth with Turbado
Sat, Jun 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Come out for a fun celebration of Juneteenth!
Tween Book Club
Sat, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Join Waldo's Tween Book Club.
MakerSpace: Open Studio
Sat, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Join us in Open Studio to make and submit 3D prints, explore the Cricut, or work on personal art projects.
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Jun 21, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as a character that you created or... more
Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as a character that you created or as one provided at the game.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Chess Club
Sun, Jun 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.
Newberry Book Club
Sun, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Come enjoy discussing newer fiction and nonfiction titles. We meet on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. This months book: The... more
Come enjoy discussing newer fiction and nonfiction titles. We meet on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. This months book: The Maid by Nita Prose
Mah-Jongg with Robin
Sun, Jun 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and... more
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and challenging game! Registration required.
Morning Movie
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Springhill Commons Publix - Bookmobile Stop
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
LifeSouth Blood Drive
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Parking lot
The BloodMobile will be at the library taking donations. Give local, save local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.
Community Resource Navigator
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
T-Rex Tea Party
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Come put the tea in T-Rex with a very special dinosaur-themed tea party!
Rescheduled
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, June 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Mon, Jun 22, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
Basic Reading Practice for Adult Learners
Mon, Jun 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing... more
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing strategies for success!
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace
Mon, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Beginner Korean
Mon, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Want to learn Korean? Come learn the basics of reading, writing, listening, and speaking from a native speaker and experienced instructor.
Cancelled
Free Notary Service
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library
Free notary services provided by an adult services volunteer.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Music and Movement
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Partnership Branch - Studio Room (allow 48 hrs notice before staff approval)
Come jam out and dance with your little one!
Story Time - In the Library
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
It's Story Time! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Dinosaur Baby Time
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Dinosaur theme Baby Time stories and activities
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
Story Time
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us every Tuesday for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us every Tuesday for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us as we learn through play
Job Club
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
Summer at the Library: Quite a Catch
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed and entertained with a juggler who is dressed to impress! Ron Anglin is a professional clown and juggler.
Game On - Intro. to Splatoon
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - Teen Room
Get your "Game On" at Archer with Intro. to Splatoon.
Music and Movement
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Join us every Tuesday for a musical morning! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Adult Summer Camp - Protect Yourself from Medicare & Medicaid Fraud/Scams
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join us for a free series on protecting yourself from scams. Learn how to spot common fraud tactics, safeguard your personal... more
Join us for a free series on protecting yourself from scams. Learn how to spot common fraud tactics, safeguard your personal information, and take the right steps if you ever become a target.
Senior Recreation Center - Bookmobile Stop
Tue, Jun 23, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come sing and learn with your littlest littles.
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Jun 23, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.
L.A.F.T. (Life Actions For Teens) - Teen Dating Violence (TDV) and Healthy Relationships
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Teaching teens life skills
LegoSpace
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
We provide the Legos, and you provide the imagination. Come build awesome Lego structures with other kids in the library!
Summer at the Library: Quite a Catch
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Prepare to be amazed and entertained with a juggler who is dressed to impress! Ron Anglin is a professional clown and juggler.
Zookeeping 101
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Zookeepers from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and their animal ambassadors will be visiting to teach kids what it takes to work at a... more
Zookeepers from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and their animal ambassadors will be visiting to teach kids what it takes to work at a zoo.
Hawthorne Hub: Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
ChillSpace - Jurassic Marathon
Tue, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a Jurassic Series Marathon! Teens hangout, play games, build stuff, and more.
Intro to Sewing - Learn to use a sewing machine!
Tue, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners welcome.
Literacy - Lee D - Literacy
Tue, Jun 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
Lit Tutor
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.
Exceptional Programs for Exceptional People
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Every week we will offer a passive program for Adults of all abilities to connect and enjoy simple, creative activities together.
Computers and Technology: Open Hours
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us for a weekly program to learn computer skills and new technology. No experience required!
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Music & Movement 10:15
Wed, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
SHINE: Medicare Fraud Bingo
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join the SHINE Team and learn how to protect yourself against fraud. Play Bingo, win prizes and have a fun time while you learn how to... more
Join the SHINE Team and learn how to protect yourself against fraud. Play Bingo, win prizes and have a fun time while you learn how to report fraudulent activity and recover money lost to fraud.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Seashell Painting
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Paint your own piece of the coast with this seashell painting program!
Community Resource Navigator
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
An experienced Community Resource Navigator (CRN) will be on-site to guide you through the process of meeting your basic financial needs... more
An experienced Community Resource Navigator (CRN) will be on-site to guide you through the process of meeting your basic financial needs and building supportive social connections.
Story Time
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us!
Baby Time
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
Music & Movement 11:00
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Tower Road Book Club
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet your neighbors and enjoy book discussions in a friendly environment.
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Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue.... more
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue. Also answering patron’s questions while studying for the GED.
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Library Partnership Branch - Children's Area
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue.... more
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue. Also answering patron’s questions while studying for the GED.
Homeschool Makerspace
Wed, Jun 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!
Job Club
Wed, Jun 24, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
Non-Traditional Book Club
Wed, Jun 24, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
High Springs Branch
Read and Discuss
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Bridge City Community Church - Bookmobile Stop
Wed, Jun 24, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Movie Talk
Wed, Jun 24, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Get together with fellow film enthusiasts to talk about favorite and latest films you've been watching.
Knitting Circle
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Archer CreateSpace
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Archer Branch
Open Studio time at the Archer Branch Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. The 3D printer is available... more
Open Studio time at the Archer Branch Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. The 3D printer is available for public use with staff assistance.
Read with a Dog
Wed, Jun 24, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!
Kid Gaming
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and... more
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and library databases.
Dinosaur Arts and Crafts
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
We will be breaking out the art supplies and building your own dinosaurs and your own dinosaur hat
This event is full
Summer at the Library: Wednesday Movie Matinee for Kids
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Micanopy Branch
A movie matinee time for kids and tweens, showing popular animated and live-action films!
Graphic Novel Book Club
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us for fun, lively discussions at the Hawthorne Branch Library! Share your favorites and what you're currently reading with other... more
Join us for fun, lively discussions at the Hawthorne Branch Library! Share your favorites and what you're currently reading with other fans of graphic novels and manga.
LegoSpace
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Page Turners: Book Club for Adults
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Waldo's book club for adults. Engage in lively and intelligent conversation with fellow book enthusiasts.
Intro. to 3D Printing
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
The Archer Branch Library has a 3D printer! Learn how you can submit projects for printing.
Wacky Wednesday Presents... - Perler Beads
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Design art with Perler beads, either using a template or your imagination.
Reading for Fun - Language Learning Book Club
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.
The Fold
Wed, Jun 24, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Monthly origami club/class
Art Club
Wed, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us in unleashing your creativity through a variety of fun projects!
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
BOTB Practice
Wed, Jun 24, 4:20pm - 5:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
BOTB Practice 4-5
Sew X-tra - Cross Stitch Club
Wed, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Want to learn a craft but aren't very crafty? Try cross stitch. If you can make an "x" then you can do it. All supplies provided to... more
Want to learn a craft but aren't very crafty? Try cross stitch. If you can make an "x" then you can do it. All supplies provided to create basic designs.
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please... more
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please note, this is NOT an exercise class.
Adult Summer Camp - Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Wed, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Learn more about the technology that is changing the world faster than humanity can keep up with it.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online eBranch - Zoom
Make virtual connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club. Join us on Zoom- Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Can You Countosaurs?: Guessing Jar Event
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Guess how many dinosaurs in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize!
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Baby Time
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hawthorne Branch - Children's Area,MakerSpace
Fun with art, music, science, stories and more
Music & Movement
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
Story Time
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how... more
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
Community Resource Navigator
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Laptops will be available for up to 10 adults to use to search for their ancestors. Help for your search will be available.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.
Food Distribution
Thu, Jun 25, 11:30am - 5:30pm
New venue Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room,Training Room
The Free Grocery Store will be giving out eggs, fresh vegetables, bread, and bake goods to local families in the area.
Basic Reading Practice for Adult Learners
Thu, Jun 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing... more
The format is round robin reading where we practice and acquire basic skills together while discussing books, authors and sharing strategies for success!
LaCrosse - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.
Battle of the Books- Practice
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Team preparation for the big, Battle of the Books.
Summer Break Movie Matinee - The Pout Pout Fish
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Want to beat the heat during Summer Break? Join us for an afternoon viewing of The Pout Pout Fish. Rated PG for mild action and rude humor.
Savvy Caregiver Series
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with cognitive loss. This program is designed to refine your caregiving... more
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with cognitive loss. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills, reduce stress, and improve your caregiving experience.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Join us in the children’s area every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for our Read with a Dog program.
Junk Journal Club
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Join us for our monthly Junk Journal Club! Create unique artwork with upcycled materials.
Summer Art Sessions
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own... more
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own creativity!
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how... more
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
Teen Gaming
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
Archer Book Club - Beast of the North Woods
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
The Archer Book Club (ABC) meets on the fourth Thursday of every month (subject to change during the holiday season).
Create a Vision Board
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Create a vision board
ArtSpace: Crochet 101
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Discover the joy of crochet as we learn essential techniques—from forming a simple chain stitch to working confidently in the round.
Manga Club
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a group discussion of all things anime and manga.
Adult Board Gaming
Thu, Jun 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.
Stitch & Dish
Thu, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat with your neighbors while you work on your latest fiber arts project!
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
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