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Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne Makerspace
Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Work on creative projects at your own pace. 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available. Registration required.
Music & Movement 10:15
Wed, Sep 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Community Resource Navigator
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
Financial Well-Being Workshops - inform and educate
Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library
Workshops are engaging and interactive.
Story Time
Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us!
Baby Time
Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
Music & Movement 11:00
Wed, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
Job Club
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
Homeschool Makerspace
Wed, Sep 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!
Non-Traditional Book Club
Wed, Sep 09, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read and discuss
Investing with Purpose
Wed, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Come learn ways to protect and expand your finances with workshops led by Nathaniel Wingfield from Edward Jones
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
Tonewood Family Music
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
Knitting Circle
Wed, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee - Movie Matinee for Kids and Tweens
Wed, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Come watch a movie with us at the Micanopy Branch Library!
Artful Adventures & Hidden Clues - Fall 2026 Edition
Wed, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch
A Weekly Scavenger Hunt with Pre-Prepped Craft Experiences
Read with a Dog
Wed, Sep 09, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dogs loves to hear a good story!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Sep 09, 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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LegoSpace
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
STEAMspace
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for fun crafts, games, and activities!
It's National Teddy Bear Day - September 9, 2026!
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Children can come pick out a teddy bear to decorate.
Celebrating 40 years of Alachua County Library District - Libraries Build Togetherness
Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we’ll be hosting a special “Celebrating... more
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we’ll be hosting a special “Celebrating Libraries” themed event. Build your dream library from LEGOs or Magna-tiles.
Escape from Desert Island! - Escape Room Experience
Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
You're stranded on a desert island and need to solve the puzzles to escape! Work with your friends and family to get out before time... more
You're stranded on a desert island and need to solve the puzzles to escape! Work with your friends and family to get out before time runs out!
Teen Gaming
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Waldo Branch - Teen Room
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Explore calming exercises and reduce stress as we learn wind-down techniques from various cultures. Registration required.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Sep 09, 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
Governing Board Public Budget Hearing & Meeting
Wed, Sep 09, 5:05pm - 7:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board Public Budget Hearing & Meeting
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
B is for Baby! - for new and expecting parents and caregivers
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
Healthy Start : Infant Massage Class - Part of the Healthy Start Educational Sessions
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Infant massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that supports your baby’s physical and emotional well-being.To register go to link in... more
Infant massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that supports your baby’s physical and emotional well-being.To register go to link in description.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Discover the basics of 3D printing in this beginner-friendly class at the library.
Music & Movement
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
40th Anniversary Story Time - 40 Years of Alachua County Library District
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we’ll be hosting a special “Celebrating... more
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we’ll be hosting a special “Celebrating Libraries” themed Story Time.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace,Meeting Room
Reading, movement, and activities for young children and their families.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
Baby Time
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
League of Women Voters
Thu, Sep 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Library Partnership Branch
League of Women Voters will be tabling on site to provide non-partisan voting information.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
40th Anniversary Story Time - Celebrating Libraries
Thu, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we'll be hosting a special "Celebrating Libraries"... more
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we'll be hosting a special "Celebrating Libraries" themed Story Time.
LaCrosse - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Drop in at our weekly, low-key coloring session for adults. A variety of gel pens,... more
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Drop in at our weekly, low-key coloring session for adults. A variety of gel pens, markers, colored pencils, and coloring pages will be provided.
UF IFAS Presents: Fall Herbs - From Garden to Table
Thu, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Partnership Branch - Library - Large Meeting Room
Please join UF IFAS Master Gardener Deb Sanders discussing growing different Herbs.
Big Kid Book Club
Thu, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
A book club for young readers to share books and have fun with a themed activity.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 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.
Teen Gaming
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
Celebrating 40 years of the Alachua County Library District - Book Page Origami
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Turn yesterday's pages into today's masterpiece! Create fun library-themed origami in celebration of the library’s 40th Anniversary,... more
Turn yesterday's pages into today's masterpiece! Create fun library-themed origami in celebration of the library’s 40th Anniversary, with guest artist Andrew Floyd.
Junk Journaling
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a creative way to journal.
Drama Club
Thu, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Learn fundamental acting skills.
Adult Board Gaming 
Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest fiber arts project!
Early Steps Baby Time
Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
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Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Fri, Sep 11, 10:00am - 11:45am
Millhopper Branch
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
Micanopy Craft' n' Quilt - Come Craft with Us!
Fri, Sep 11, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Are you crafty? Do you sew? Do you want to learn?
Sewcial Hour - Sewing Circle
Fri, Sep 11, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Archer has a sewing group who meet every Friday for Sewcial Hour.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 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.
ArtSpace: Drawing and Painting Series for Adults
Fri, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Please join us for monthly drawing and painting with a focus on a variety of artistic techniques and styles.
Stitch & Chat
Fri, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.
The Poetry Group
Fri, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Come dust of your poems, listen and talk about the poetry of others, or find out about the interesting lives of famous poets living and... more
Come dust of your poems, listen and talk about the poetry of others, or find out about the interesting lives of famous poets living and dead.
Afterschool STEAM
Fri, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Join us this Friday afternoon at the High Springs Branch for a fun science or art activity.
Intro to Music and Arts
Fri, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room,Training Room
Come join us in this symphonious series! In this program you will learn the basics of piano and guitar, as well as explore various art &... more
Come join us in this symphonious series! In this program you will learn the basics of piano and guitar, as well as explore various art & music careers through engaging projects.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Notary Services
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Partnership Branch
Volunteer Notary Service available on a walk-in basis. Please call in advance on day off for confirmation. 352-334-0165.
Bilingual Story Time - in the Library
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for Bilingual Story Time in the library. Stories & songs in English & Spanish. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started. Registration Required.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Discover the basics of 3D printing in this beginner-friendly class at the library.
The Next Chapter - Book Club for Kids
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join The Next Chapter, a book club for 3rd-5th grade readers. We meet for 3 months in the Spring and 3 months in the Fall. A brief... more
Join The Next Chapter, a book club for 3rd-5th grade readers. We meet for 3 months in the Spring and 3 months in the Fall. A brief activity will follow book discussions.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Sep 12, 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!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Music and Movement
Sat, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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!
League at the Library - League of Women Voters of Alachua County
Sat, Sep 12, 11:30am - 3:30pm
Millhopper Branch
Chat with the League of Women Voters of Alachua County in the library lobby. They can help answer questions about voting and how to... more
Chat with the League of Women Voters of Alachua County in the library lobby. They can help answer questions about voting and how to find quality information about candidates and issues.
MSWW: Diagon Alley Visit - New and Returning Students
Sat, Sep 12, 12:15pm - 1:45pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Time to get your school supplies for Year 10 of the Millhopper School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Sep 12, 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.
Bookmaking Craft - Celebrating 40 years of the Alachua County Library District
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Join us for a family literary craft on how to create your own book!
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Sep 12, 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.
Pen Pal Meet-Up
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Whether you are looking for a new pen pal to write to or for cute supplies to decorate the next letter to your best friend, join us in... more
Whether you are looking for a new pen pal to write to or for cute supplies to decorate the next letter to your best friend, join us in the Meeting Room for our Pen Pal Meet-Up.
Celebrating 40 years of the Alachua County Library District - Book Page Origami
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Turn yesterday's pages into today's masterpiece! Create fun library-themed origami in celebration of the library’s 40th Anniversary,... more
Turn yesterday's pages into today's masterpiece! Create fun library-themed origami in celebration of the library’s 40th Anniversary, with guest artist Andrew Floyd.
Teen Movie Club
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Headquarters Library
Join us for a showing of a PG-13 movie from the library's collection.
Starfleet Academy - Mini Escape Room
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Celebrate Star Trek Day with a mini escape room program for kids and teens.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne Makerspace
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Work on creative projects at your own pace. 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available. Registration required.
MSWW: Diagon Alley Visit - New and Returning Students
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Time to get your school supplies for Year 10 of the Millhopper School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Teen Book Club
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Get together fellow teens and talk about the books you have been reading in a friendly, casual atmosphere.
MakerSpace: Open Studio
Sat, Sep 12, 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.
Sensory Story Time
Sun, Sep 13, 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, Sep 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.
Chess Club
Sun, Sep 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.
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Gainesville Rose Society
Sun, Sep 13, 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.
Basics of Nutrition
Sun, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
A program explaining the basics of nutrition, define terms, and how to read food labels.
Writers Alliance of Gainesville
Sun, Sep 13, 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.
Springhill Commons Publix - Bookmobile Stop
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Basic Reading Practice for Everyone
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
The group is based around reading English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more
The group is based around reading English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation. Children are welcome with the accompany of adults.
PAL Public Library Cooperative Governing Board Meeting
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Board Meeting
Community Resource Navigator
Mon, Sep 14, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Meridian Community Health Center: Tabling
Mon, Sep 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cone Park Branch
Meridian has been proudly serving communities throughout North Central Florida with compassionate care since 1972, supporting those who... more
Meridian has been proudly serving communities throughout North Central Florida with compassionate care since 1972, supporting those who face mental health and substance use challenges.
Medicare Workshops: Avoid Overpaying for your Health Plan
Mon, Sep 14, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Learn to spot billing errors and choose the right Medicare, group, or individual plan for your needs. FREE class!
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Mon, Sep 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Bring your fiber arts projects with you for conversation and stitching fun!
Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace
Mon, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.
The Scribble Society - Teen Journaling Club
Mon, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
A creative space for teens and tweens to write, journal, doodle, and decompress.
Beginner Korean
Mon, Sep 14, 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.
Story Time - In the Library
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Story Time
Tue, Sep 15, 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!
Music and Movement - Come sing and dance with your little ones!
Tue, Sep 15, 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!
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play
Music and Movement
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Exploring the World of Painting
Tue, Sep 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of acrylic painting
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Senior Recreation Center - Bookmobile Stop
Tue, Sep 15, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Alachua Branch Book Club
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Hawthorne Hub
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
After-school fun in the MakerSpace with 3D printing, electronics, arts and crafts, board games, and more.
Read With a Dog
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Youth Services Area
Our therapy dogs are paws-itively excited to hear your favorite stories!
ChillSpace
Tue, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Teens hangout, play games, build stuff, and more.
Stokes Community Center - Outreach
Tue, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Micanopy Branch
Library outreach at the Stokes Community Center in Micanopy.
Sewing Meetup
Tue, Sep 15, 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 - Fall Leaves and Flowers Bookmarks
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
Join us for a craft or art project for teens and tweens. All supplies will be provided, some supplies are limited.
Comedy Class with Uprising Comedy
Tue, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Uprising Comedy presents a bimonthly comedy class on the first and third Tuesday of the month! Whether you are new to stand-up or a... more
Uprising Comedy presents a bimonthly comedy class on the first and third Tuesday of the month! Whether you are new to stand-up or a seasoned professional, join us for an hour of laughter.
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne Makerspace
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Work on creative projects at your own pace. 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available. Registration required.
League at the Library - League of Women Voters of Alachua County
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
High Springs Branch
Representatives from the League of Women Voters will have an informational table inside the library. They are a nonpartisan, grassroots... more
Representatives from the League of Women Voters will have an informational table inside the library. They are a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to inform about voting rights.
Music & Movement 10:15
Wed, Sep 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Community Resource Navigator
Wed, Sep 16, 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 at the Zoo
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Santa Fe Zoo - Front 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.
Celebrating 40 years of the Alachua County Library District - Story Time
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services where you can read, laugh, and sing with us!
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Music & Movement 11:00
Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Sep 16, 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.
40th Anniversary Story Time - Celebrating Libraries
Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a library-themed story time as we celebrate 40 years of library services in Alachua County!
Job Club
Wed, Sep 16, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Sep 16, 12:00pm - 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.
Non-Traditional Book Club
Wed, Sep 16, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read and discuss
Music Lab
Wed, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Partnership Branch - Studio Room (allow 48 hrs notice before staff approval)
Kids have fun with musical instrument
Oak Hammock - Bookmobile Stop
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Knitting Circle
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee - Movie Matinee for Kids and Tweens
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Come watch a movie with us at the Micanopy Branch Library!
Murder and Mayhem Mystery Book Club
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy discussing a monthly mystery with fellow murder and mayhem mystery book enthusiasts.
Artful Adventures & Hidden Clues - Fall 2026 Edition
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch
A Weekly Scavenger Hunt with Pre-Prepped Craft Experiences
Read with a Dog
Wed, Sep 16, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dogs loves to hear a good story!
Kid Gaming
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Sep 16, 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.
Rescheduled
Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee - Movie Matinee for Kids and Tweens
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Wednesday, September 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Micanopy Branch
Come watch a movie with us at the Micanopy Branch Library!
LegoSpace
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
STEAMspace - 40th Anniversary!
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch as we celebrate the library with make-your-own bookmarks and buttons!
Celebrating 40 years of the Alachua County Library District: - Paper Beads
Wed, Sep 16, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we'll be hosting a special "Celebrating Libraries"... more
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we'll be hosting a special "Celebrating Libraries" themed program upcycling books into art!
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens - The Adventurers Guild (Ages 12-18)
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Tower Road Branch - Teen Space
A distant light flickers on the horizon. Ancient secrets stir beneath forgotten ruins. Somewhere, a legend is waiting for its heroes...
Read With a Dog
Wed, Sep 16, 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!
Art Club
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Join us in unleashing your creativity through a variety of fun projects!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
Read with a Dog
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - Children's Area
Find a good book or bring in your favorite to read with therapy dog Sahara!
Teen/Tween D&D
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Join our ongoing quest as a hero fighting monsters, finding treasure, and exploring dangerous realms!
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Explore calming exercises and reduce stress as we learn wind-down techniques from various cultures. Registration required.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Sep 16, 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, Sep 17, 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.
Baby Time
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
Healthy Start : Infant Massage Class - Part of the Healthy Start Educational Sessions
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Infant massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that supports your baby’s physical and emotional well-being.To register go to link in... more
Infant massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that supports your baby’s physical and emotional well-being.To register go to link in description.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tower Road Branch - Children's Space
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.
Veterans' Gathering
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Let's hear what the veterans have to say
Music & Movement
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Story Time - Celebrating Libraries
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace,Teen Space
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we’ll be hosting a special “Celebrating... more
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of library services! In honor of this milestone, we’ll be hosting a special “Celebrating Libraries” themed Story Time.
Story Time at Depot Park
Thu, Sep 17, 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.
Adult Crafting
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join us to learn to do diamond dotz and make beaded jewelry. Supplies provided. Limited to first 10 patrons.
Veterinarian Story Time - Dr. Pringle is in!
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime with Dr. Pringle!
Learning Libby - How to Download Books
Thu, Sep 17, 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.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.
League of Women Voters: Tabling
Thu, Sep 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Lobby
The League of Women Voters of Florida is a civic organization in the state of Florida. The organization is nonpartisan and offers... more
The League of Women Voters of Florida is a civic organization in the state of Florida. The organization is nonpartisan and offers education about voting.
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Sep 17, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Study Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling
LaCrosse - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - Quiet Reading Room
Free, unbiased, confidential one-on-one Medicare counseling provided by trained Medicare counselors.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Thu, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Drop in at our weekly, low-key coloring session for adults. A variety of gel pens,... more
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Drop in at our weekly, low-key coloring session for adults. A variety of gel pens, markers, colored pencils, and coloring pages will be provided.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Sep 17, 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.
Teen ArtSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Create models for 3D printing with Tinkercad.
Film Club
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
At Film Club, we discuss all things film!
Kid's Art Club
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity every 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 every month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own creativity!
Read with a Dog
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cone Park Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Come join us and read to a therapy dog! Children can develop a love for reading with our furry friends and their handlers.
Nintendo Switch Tournament: Super Smash Bros.
Thu, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Newberry Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready to rumble! Kids can compete in elimination brackets for a chance to prove their fighting skills in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Southwest Advocacy Group (SWAG) - Bookmobile Stop
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Teen Craft Club - Autumn Charm Bracelets
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Join us to celebrate autumn and create a colorful charm bracelet. All supplies are provided.
ArtSpace: Kumihimo Bracelets
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Join us to make kumihimo bracelets.
Genealogy Research for Adults
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Do you know who your ancestors are? Basics of Genealogy is for someone who has very little or no experience conducting family history or... more
Do you know who your ancestors are? Basics of Genealogy is for someone who has very little or no experience conducting family history or a genealogy search.
Zine Night
Thu, Sep 17, 4:15pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Come exercise your creativity by making your own DIY, mini magazine at Zine Night! All supplies provided and no experience necessary.
Adult Board Gaming 
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
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, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest fiber arts project!
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Fri, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:45am
Millhopper Branch - Teen Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
Micanopy Craft' n' Quilt - Come Craft with Us!
Fri, Sep 18, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Are you crafty? Do you sew? Do you want to learn?
Pirate Babytime
Fri, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Ahoy babies! Join us for a special storytime for babies all themed around pirates and sea shanties.
Homeschool Makerspace
Fri, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Meet other homeschoolers and enjoy the library during this special event.
Sewcial Hour - Sewing Circle
Fri, Sep 18, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Archer has a sewing group who meet every Friday for Sewcial Hour.
Driver License Reinstatement Clinic
Fri, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Clinic to assist participants in getting their driver licenses reinstated,
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 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.
Stitch & Chat
Fri, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.
Off the Shelf: Teen Book Club
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Notary Services
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Partnership Branch
Volunteer Notary Service available on a walk-in basis. Please call in advance on day off for confirmation. 352-334-0165.
Music & Movement - Saturday Special
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millhopper Branch - Room A
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Saturday Special Music and Movement program.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods 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!
Cosy Up to a Mystery - Book Club
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Cosy Up to a Mystery Book Club
Bilingual Story Time - with the Latina Women's League
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come join the Latina Women's League for bilingual story time.
Talk like a Pirate Day Treasure Chest Craft! - Let's Celebrate Talk Like A Pirate Day!
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Dig up some treasure and enjoy a swashbuckling day!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Music and Movement
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldo Branch - Meeting Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music every 3rd Saturday of the month.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Sep 19, 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!
Cross Stitch Club
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for Cross Stitch Club! All skill levels are welcome and all supplies is provided.
Family Art Time
Sat, Sep 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Art explorations for children and their parents and caregivers after Music and Movement.
3D Design Afternoons - Beginners
Sat, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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.
Reiki Circle - Relaxation, Balance, and Well-Being
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Join us for a gentle Reiki Circle with Denise Pérez.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Sep 19, 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: Kumihimo Bracelets
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldo Branch - ARTspace
Join us to make kumihimo bracelets.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne Makerspace
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Work on creative projects at your own pace. 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available. Registration required.
Teens For Totes
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch - CreateSpace
Teens decorate your own Tote bag for International Day of Peace!
League at the Library - League of Women Voters of Alachua County
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hawthorne Branch
Representatives from the League of Women Voters will have an informational table at the library. They are a nonpartisan, grassroots... more
Representatives from the League of Women Voters will have an informational table at the library. They are a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights.
MSWW: Dumbledore's Army - DA - Craft Club
Sat, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
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.
MakerSpace: Open Studio
Sat, Sep 19, 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.
Rescheduled
Pathfinder Society for Teens: Session 1 - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Sunday, September 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Headquarters Library
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.
Pathfinder Society for Teens: Session 1 - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
This event is full
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Sep 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.
Chess Club
Sun, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 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.
Beginners Jewelry Making with Grace Upon Grace
Sun, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Are you someone who loves jewelry? Would you like to know how to make some yourself? Join us in the meeting room to learn how to make... more
Are you someone who loves jewelry? Would you like to know how to make some yourself? Join us in the meeting room to learn how to make either a necklace or a bracelet!
Pathfinder Society for Teens: Session 2 - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Sep 20, 2:30pm - 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.
Springhill Commons Publix - Bookmobile Stop
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Basic Reading Practice for Everyone
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
The group is based around reading English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more
The group is based around reading English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation. Children are welcome with the accompany of adults.
Community Resource Navigator
Mon, Sep 21, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Baby Disco
Mon, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Put on your boogie booties and bring your baby to this special infant disco party!
Meridian Community Health Center: Tabling
Mon, Sep 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cone Park Branch
Meridian has been proudly serving communities throughout North Central Florida with compassionate care since 1972, supporting those who... more
Meridian has been proudly serving communities throughout North Central Florida with compassionate care since 1972, supporting those who face mental health and substance use challenges.
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Mon, Sep 21, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace
Mon, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.
Beginner Korean
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Music and Movement
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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.
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
A story time designed for babies and their caregivers, filled with rhymes, songs, bounces, and more.
Story Time
Tue, Sep 22, 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!
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play
Community Resource Navigator
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 2:30pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
The Community Resource Navigator can help find resources for you and your family.
Job Club
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Music and Movement
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Financial Literacy - Fraud Awareness
Tue, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Alachua Branch - Learning Center
Learn how to spot and protect yourself from scams. Receive education on how to avoid being scammed and who to report it to.
Senior Recreation Center - Bookmobile Stop
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Come sing and learn with your littlest littles.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Headquarters Library - Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Hawthorne Hub: Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
After-school fun in the MakerSpace with 3D printing, electronics, arts and crafts, board games, and more.
ChillSpace
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cone Park Branch - Meeting Room
Teens hangout, play games, build stuff, and more.
Stokes Community Center - Outreach
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Micanopy Branch
Library outreach at the Stokes Community Center in Micanopy.
Herbology 101 - with Freya's Herbals
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Join Freya of Freya’s Herbals for an Herbology 101 workshop, a welcoming introduction to the world of healing plants.
Intro to Sewing - Learn to use a sewing machine!
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne Makerspace
Wed, Sep 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
Work on creative projects at your own pace. 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available. Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 9 2026 at 10:00am
LifeSouth Blood Drive
Wed, Sep 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Newberry Branch
The BloodMobile will be at the library taking donations. Give local, save local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.
Music & Movement 10:15
Wed, Sep 23, 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 Open Enrollment Presentation
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Come get your questions answered about Medicare and what you can do during the Open Enrollment Period.
Community Resource Navigator
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us!
Healthy Start : Infant Massage Class - Part of the Healthy Start Educational Sessions
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tower Road Branch - Meeting Room
Infant massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that supports your baby’s physical and emotional well-being.To register go to link in... more
Infant massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that supports your baby’s physical and emotional well-being.To register go to link in description.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Baby Time
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
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Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Tower Road Branch
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Music & Movement 11:00
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Millhopper Branch - Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Job Club
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Homeschool Makerspace
Wed, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!
Non-Traditional Book Club
Wed, Sep 23, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
High Springs Branch - Meeting Room
Read and discuss
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 9 2026 at 1:00pm
Bridge City Community Church - Bookmobile Stop
Wed, Sep 23, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Bookmobile
Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region.
Knitting Circle
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Millhopper Branch - Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee - Movie Matinee for Kids and Tweens
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Micanopy Branch - Dance Hall
Come watch a movie with us at the Micanopy Branch Library!
Artful Adventures & Hidden Clues - Fall 2026 Edition
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Archer Branch
A Weekly Scavenger Hunt with Pre-Prepped Craft Experiences
Read with a Dog
Wed, Sep 23, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Alachua Branch - Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dogs loves to hear a good story!
Cricut Sticker Workshop
Wed, Sep 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Archer Branch - Meeting Room
Create Cricut stickers for fun.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace
A book group to discuss graphic novels and manga.
LegoSpace
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
STEAMspace
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alachua Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for fun crafts, games, and activities!
LegoSpace
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Millhopper Branch - Room A
We provide the Legos, and you provide the imagination. Come build awesome Lego structures with other kids in the library!
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Headquarters Library - Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
Sew X-tra - Cross Stitch Club
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Hawthorne Branch - Meeting Room
Explore calming exercises and reduce stress as we learn wind-down techniques from various cultures. Registration required.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Sep 23, 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
Governing Board Public Budget Hearing & Meeting
Wed, Sep 23, 5:05pm - 7:00pm
Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board Public Budget Hearing & Meeting
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