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Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.

Mon, Nov 10, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.

Mon, Nov 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Are you interested in learning a new art technique? Join Wanda J. for this mosaic art program for beginners, where she teaches you the... more
Are you interested in learning a new art technique? Join Wanda J. for this mosaic art program for beginners, where she teaches you the step-by-step process to make a beautiful mosaic piece.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Mon, Nov 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.

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Mon, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
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.

Mon, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Hand-sew a stuffie in this collaborative experience for adults and their school-aged children. Materials are provided.
Registration is now closed

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Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Millhopper Branch
Come learn ways to protect and expand your finances with free monthly workshops led by Shannon Scott from Merrill Lynch.

Mon, Nov 10, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking.

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Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

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Tue, Nov 11, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Cone Park Branch
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!

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Tue, Nov 11, 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.

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Tue, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.

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Tue, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cone Park Branch
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.

Cancelled
Tue, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners welcome. (Event renamed: previously... more
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners welcome. (Event renamed: previously named Stitchcraft for Adults)

Wed, Nov 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.

Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.

Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Enjoy rhymes, puppets, and interactive play.

Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Wed, Nov 12, 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.

Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.

Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library
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.

Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Let's Learn about 3D Printing!

Wed, Nov 12, 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.

Wed, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!

Wed, Nov 12, 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.

Wed, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Join local studio, Tonewood Family Music, for a fun afternoon of musical education! Nurture musical growth in your child as you... more
Join local studio, Tonewood Family Music, for a fun afternoon of musical education! Nurture musical growth in your child as you experience Music Together. Space is limited to 15 children. Ages 2-5.

Wed, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.

Wed, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Stations through out Archer Branch Library
Are you ready for a challenge? Find this week's hidden book character then share the location to earn a sticker. Afterwards, explore... more
Are you ready for a challenge? Find this week's hidden book character then share the location to earn a sticker. Afterwards, explore your creativity at the character craft experience stations!

Wed, Nov 12, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!

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Wed, Nov 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hawthorne Branch
Join us on the second Wednesday of each month. Ringo, our therapy dog, loves to hear a good story!

Wed, Nov 12, 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.
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Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a friendly stitching circle.  

Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready to fold, flip, and be amazed! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your very own infinity card—a never-ending card... more
Get ready to fold, flip, and be amazed! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your very own infinity card—a never-ending card that reveals new panels every time you unfold it.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come join us for a LEGO building challenge! All supplies will be provided. No registration required. If you have any questions, please... more
Come join us for a LEGO building challenge! All supplies will be provided. No registration required. If you have any questions, please call (352) 333-2840.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for fun arts and crafts, ASL for beginners, and more!

Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.

Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library
Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.

Wed, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Foundation Board of Directors Meeting

Wed, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Thu, Nov 13, 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.

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Pension Board of Trustees & Governing Board Meeting

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for fun with art, music, science, stories and more

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Nov 13, 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!

Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.

Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Lobby 3
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.

Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 2:30pm
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.

Thu, Nov 13, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Training Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling

Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Free, unbiased, confidential one-on-one Medicare counseling provided by trained Medicare counselors.

Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Learn about mandalas and universal shapes and relax with some art time with Evelyn Gretchen

Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park; 1500 NW 45th Avenue, Gainesville 32605. - Nature Center
Join us for Bilingual Story Time at the Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cone Park Branch
Come and experience the joy of creating with this monthly arts & crafts program!

Thu, Nov 13, 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.

Thu, Nov 13, 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!

Thu, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Play games with robots! Kids can have some fun with our Ozobots, which are small robots that can detect colors.

Thu, Nov 13, 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.

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join us for Teen Craft Club! Bring your craft projects to work on or try a new craft with provided supplies.

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Draw an authentic looking wild turkey in time for Thanksgiving. 

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Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Join us for video games, table top games, or just stop by to talk about gaming with other patrons!

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Calling all teens for arts and crafts!

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Are you caring for a loved one with a dementia-related diagnosis? Join us for Dementia Caregiver Support Group by Haven Hospice, where... more
Are you caring for a loved one with a dementia-related diagnosis? Join us for Dementia Caregiver Support Group by Haven Hospice, where they will provide additional education and support.

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
The Community Resource Navigation and Help Me Grow are hosting an evening of family fun! Enjoy free pizza and drinks, take part in a... more
The Community Resource Navigation and Help Me Grow are hosting an evening of family fun! Enjoy free pizza and drinks, take part in a fall-themed craft, and learn about local programs and resources.

Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest fiber arts project.

Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Participants will learn new board games or have the opportunity to play already learned board games with fellow game enthusiasts.

Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.

Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club at the Millhopper Branch on Fridays at 10 a.m.

Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Are you crafty? Do you sew? Do you want to learn?

Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Let's Write

Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
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.

Fri, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Learn a new craft every month. We will provide the materials, you bring your creativity.

Fri, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.

Fri, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Join us the 2nd Friday of each month for a peers only support group for those returning from prison or jail.

Fri, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Newberry Fall Festival - 110 S. Seaboard Dr
The Newberry Fall Festival is happening right in front of the library! Stop by the Newberry Branch Library’s booth for rock painting... more
The Newberry Fall Festival is happening right in front of the library! Stop by the Newberry Branch Library’s booth for rock painting fun all day long, then check out some great books and cool off.

Sat, Nov 15, 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.

Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Do you want to learn Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice on Saturdays! No textbook, student centered with a focus on speaking.

Sat, Nov 15, 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!

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come join the Latina Women's League for bilingual story time.

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch
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!

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Gather together for an art club/book club using Julia Cameron's book Living the Artist's Way. Limited to 10 Adults; Reservations Required.

Sat, Nov 15, 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!

Sat, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Art explorations for children and their parents and caregivers.

Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Discover your artistic talent with dry modeling clay!

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch
Draw an authentic looking wild turkey in time for Thanksgiving. 

Sat, Nov 15, 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.

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Join us for a showing of a PG-13 movie from the library's collection.

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Archer Branch
Have fun exploring a different project each month. Arts, crafts, science--you never know what we'll delve into next.

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Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Headquarters Library
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.

Sat, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join Dumbledore's Army for a fun-filled afternoon of crafting our way through the Harry Potter Book Series. We will make a book themed... more
Join Dumbledore's Army for a fun-filled afternoon of crafting our way through the Harry Potter Book Series. We will make a book themed craft on the book we are reading for the month.

Sat, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Join our Tween Book Club. Read a new book and make a new friend. For ages 10-14.

Sun, Nov 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.

Sun, Nov 16, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
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.

Sun, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn how to create games for the PICO-8 platform.

Sun, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.

Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.

Mon, Nov 17, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.

Mon, Nov 17, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.

Mon, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
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.

Mon, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Please join a group from the University of Florida as we read and discuss popular books at the 3rd-5th grade reading level.

Mon, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking.

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Tue, Nov 18, 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!

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Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Library Partnership Branch
Come to Genealogy Open Lab to receive assistance from an experienced genealogy librarian and use the library's valuable resources.... more
Come to Genealogy Open Lab to receive assistance from an experienced genealogy librarian and use the library's valuable resources. Laptops will be available to use.

Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play

Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 2:30pm
High Springs Branch - Study Room A
The High Springs Branch hosts the Community Resource Navigator for the Partnership for Strong Families, Inc

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Painting is relaxing

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

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Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun afterschool activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts,... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun afterschool activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts, MakerSpace, board & card games, video games, and more!

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
The Hawthorne Woman’s Club will be hosting an interactive food preparation and etiquette workshop. Help prepare food for a... more
The Hawthorne Woman’s Club will be hosting an interactive food preparation and etiquette workshop. Help prepare food for a luncheon-style buffet and share and enjoy what you've made with your friends.

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Kids can make their own personalized 1" or 3" buttons to pin to their shirts or backpacks!

Tue, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
We'll write and share our work. Prompts will be provided for inspiration. We will discuss publishing trends and explain how to query... more
We'll write and share our work. Prompts will be provided for inspiration. We will discuss publishing trends and explain how to query with a sample and synopsis.

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come join us for a hands-on activity that incorporates budgeting and careers.

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online eBranch - Zoom
An online book discussion where you can talk about whatever book you like.

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Teen Space
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for Nintendo Switch gaming.

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Open Sewing provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal sewing projects. Registration is required, and... more
Open Sewing provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal sewing projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use sewing machines independently.

Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are invited to come play chess at the Headquarters Library.

Tue, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Wed, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Enjoy rhymes, puppets, and interactive play.

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.

Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library
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.

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Wed, Nov 19, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Training Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling

Wed, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Studio Room (allow 48 hrs notice before staff approval)
Kids have fun with musical instruments.

Rescheduled
Wed, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Wednesday, November 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch
Read to a beautiful greyhound dog named Sally.

Wed, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.

Wed, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Stations through out Archer Branch Library
Are you ready for a challenge? Find this week's hidden book character then share the location to earn a sticker. Afterwards, explore... more
Are you ready for a challenge? Find this week's hidden book character then share the location to earn a sticker. Afterwards, explore your creativity at the character craft experience stations!

Wed, Nov 19, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!

Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Wed, Nov 19, 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

Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Engineer and explore with our Rigamajig building set.

Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Kids will learn about veterinary science through the care and repair of their stuffed animal!

Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
High Springs Branch - Teen Space
Therapy dogs love to be read to, so bring in your favorite book to read or choose one of ours.

Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for fun arts and crafts, ASL for beginners, and more!

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - Children's Area
Read to a beautiful greyhound dog named Sally.

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Millhopper Branch
Join Suwannee River Area Health Education Center for this 2 hour class to help you quit using tobacco and nicotine products.

Wed, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Players, of all experience levels, are invited to join us for the monthly meeting of our Lorcana League. Don't know how to play this... more
Players, of all experience levels, are invited to join us for the monthly meeting of our Lorcana League. Don't know how to play this card game? We will teach you!

Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Parking Lot
The UF Health OB/GYN Mobile Outreach vehicle will be on site to offer services regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for fun with art, music, science, stories and more

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library
Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather permitting.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Nov 20, 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!

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.

Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Lobby 3
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.

Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 2:30pm
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.

Thu, Nov 20, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Training Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling

Thu, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Free, unbiased, confidential one-on-one Medicare counseling provided by trained Medicare counselors.

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Come join us and read to Peaches the therapy dog! Develop your love for reading with our furry friend and her handler.

Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Create a unique plush brooch featuring a cat!

Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects... more
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Join us in making Fall inspired perler bead designs including sunflowers, maple leaves, and more!

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
For those who love to create all kinds of art with their hands. Supplies will be provided.

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 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. Registration is encouraged as supplies are limited.

Thu, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Participants will learn new board games or have the opportunity to play already learned board games with fellow game enthusiasts.

Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club at the Millhopper Branch on Fridays at 10 a.m.

Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Are you crafty? Do you sew? Do you want to learn?

Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Get together with fellow film enthusiasts to talk about favorite and latest films you've been watching.

Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch
Get together with fellow film enthusiasts to talk about favorite and latest films you've been watching.

Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Join us for a fun morning of making! Meet other homeschoolers and learn something new.

Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Local author Karen White Porter will be presenting a puppet show featuring The Feeling Friends, characters from her "I Feel . . . When .... more
Local author Karen White Porter will be presenting a puppet show featuring The Feeling Friends, characters from her "I Feel . . . When . . ." book series.

Fri, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about using a computer and utilizing the internet.

Fri, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
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.

Fri, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.

Fri, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Kick off your school break with a fun afternoon of a Scooby Doo experience! You're part of Mystery Inc, here to work together and solve... more
Kick off your school break with a fun afternoon of a Scooby Doo experience! You're part of Mystery Inc, here to work together and solve the case set at the historic Herlong Mansion in Micanopy, FL.

Fri, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Fri, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
Alachua Teen Book Club

Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Do you want to learn Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice on Saturdays! No textbook, student centered with a focus on speaking.

Sat, Nov 22, 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.

Sat, Nov 22, 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!

Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
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!

Sat, Nov 22, 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!

Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.

Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Join us in making Fall inspired perler bead designs including sunflowers, maple leaves, and more!

Sat, Nov 22, 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.

Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Harry Potter Book Trivia! It is time for your Ordinary Wizarding Level exam. You will be quizzed on the book of the month for MSWW... more
Harry Potter Book Trivia! It is time for your Ordinary Wizarding Level exam. You will be quizzed on the book of the month for MSWW Students. All ages welcome.

Sun, Nov 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.

Sun, Nov 23, 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.

Sun, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come demo the brand new card game Brandish with its creator, Grey Williams!

Sun, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.

Mon, Nov 24, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.

Mon, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hawthorne Branch
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Mon, Nov 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.

Mon, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library
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.
Registration opens Monday, November 10 2025 at 2:00pm

Mon, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking.