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Space Adventures
2024-07-30 15:00:00 2024-07-30 16:00:00 America/New_York Space Adventures Calling all astronauts and extraterrestrials to join us for some out of this world stories, crafts, and play. Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room

Tuesday, July 30
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-30 15:00:00 2024-07-30 16:00:00 America/New_York Space Adventures Calling all astronauts and extraterrestrials to join us for some out of this world stories, crafts, and play. Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room

Headquarters Library

Storywoods Room

Calling all astronauts and extraterrestrials to join us for some out of this world stories, crafts, and play.

Explore the solar system this summer at our special space-themed storytime with crafts and activities.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers (1-3 years) | Preschool (3-5 years) | Elementary (6-11 years) | Babies (1 and under) |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Story Time | Arts, Crafts, & DIY |

TAGS: | #space | #Astronomy | #AdventureBeginsAtYourLibrary | #Adventure |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
Mon, Oct 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Oct 15 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 16 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 17 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 20 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Headquarters Library provides access to resources and services in the City of Gainesville and surrounding areas.  It also serves as the headquarters of Alachua County Library District.

Upcoming events

Music & Movement
Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Outreach Program - Depot Park
Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
mainstage inside the playground
Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather permitting.
Expungement Clinic
Thu, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Meet with representatives from Three Rivers Legal Services to learn about the process of expunging criminal records and see if you're... more
Meet with representatives from Three Rivers Legal Services to learn about the process of expunging criminal records and see if you're eligible to have your records expunged!
STEAM Crafts
Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
Decorate A Duck
Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
Come craft costume and cosplay for rubber duckies! All materials provided. Go high fashion or casual as you like -- just bring your... more
Come craft costume and cosplay for rubber duckies! All materials provided. Go high fashion or casual as you like -- just bring your creativity!
Reading Club
Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Foundation Room,Plaza Area
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.
To BEHOLD
Fri, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
English for Families
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn English with you family!
Bilingual Story Time
Sat, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storywoods Room
Come join the Latina Women's League and the ACLD for bilingual story time.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
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.
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
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.
Movie Matinee
Sun, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Join us in the Story Woods Room for a movie in the afternoon! We will be featuring family favorites on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the... more
Join us in the Story Woods Room for a movie in the afternoon! We will be featuring family favorites on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. - and sometimes on the 5th Sunday!
Cancelled
Creative Writing & Drawing Social Club
Mon, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Individuals interested in writing, drawing, or looking to have meaningful conversations are invited to join for this creativity club.
Baby Time
Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.
Read With a Dog
Tue, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
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
Job Club
Wed, Oct 23, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
LegoSpace
Wed, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Tober Plushies
Wed, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Come and create a special spooky plushie from selected patterns--the library will provide the materials and the skills, you just provide... more
Come and create a special spooky plushie from selected patterns--the library will provide the materials and the skills, you just provide the creation.
Cancelled
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Immediately following Pension Board of Trustees Meeting
Music & Movement
Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Remember the 90s Party
Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
Forget about the 90s? As if! Come make some totally tubular crafts and watch a fun movie that will have you getting' jiggy with it!
Reading Club
Thu, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Spanish Conversation Club
Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Foundation Room
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice the second and fourth Thursday of each month.
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Foundation Room,Plaza Area
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.
To BEHOLD
Fri, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Chess Club
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Space
Join us every Saturday afternoon for Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your skills. All ages welcome.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
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.
Sensory Story Time
Sun, Oct 27, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
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. .
Cancelled
Creative Writing & Drawing Social Club
Mon, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Individuals interested in writing, drawing, or looking to have meaningful conversations are invited to join for this creativity club.
Baby Time
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.
Teen Perler Bead Creations
Tue, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space
Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.  
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Job Club
Wed, Oct 30, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
LegoSpace
Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
Music & Movement
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
STEAM Crafts
Thu, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
Halloween Horror Makeup
Thu, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Level up your costume skills at the library! Learn the art of gross and gorey makeup effects and practice looks you can put together at... more
Level up your costume skills at the library! Learn the art of gross and gorey makeup effects and practice looks you can put together at home this Halloween.
Reading Club
Thu, Oct 31, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
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