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Literacy Volunteer Orientation
2024-07-22 13:00:00 2024-07-22 15:00:00 America/New_York Literacy Volunteer Orientation Orientation for new Literacy Volunteers Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B

Monday, July 22
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-22 13:00:00 2024-07-22 15:00:00 America/New_York Literacy Volunteer Orientation Orientation for new Literacy Volunteers Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B

Headquarters Library

Meeting Room B

Orientation for new Literacy Volunteers

AGE GROUP: | Adults (19 and up) |

EVENT TYPE: | ACLD Staff |

TAGS: | |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 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

Cancelled
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Music & Movement
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Summer Art Sessions
Thu, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Aug 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
12th Annual Adult Summer Art Show
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
12th Annual Adult Summer Art Show.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Teen Movie Club - movies, movies, movies
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for a movie.
12th Annual Adult Summer Art Show
Sun, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
12th Annual Adult Summer Art Show.
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Aug 17, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Dungeons & Dragons
Sun, Aug 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Beginners English Conversation Club
Mon, Aug 18, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer.... more
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.
Baby Time
Tue, Aug 19, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 3:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Aug 19, 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.
Open Sewing
Tue, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Skill Issue - Applying to College and Jobs
Tue, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Our “Skill Issue” series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world... more
Our “Skill Issue” series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world on your own!
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Aug 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm
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, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 4:45pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
LegoSpace
Wed, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Gaming
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
To Behold
Wed, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Music & Movement
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Story Time at Depot Park
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather permitting.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 2:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Summer STEAM
Thu, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room this summer for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this summer for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Aug 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Read With a Dog
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Sensory Story Time
Sun, Aug 24, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Dungeons & Dragons
Sun, Aug 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
PAL Public Library Cooperative Governing Board Meeting
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Foundation Room
PAL Public Library Cooperative Governing Board Meeting
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Beginners English Conversation Club
Mon, Aug 25, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer.... more
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.
Baby Time
Tue, Aug 26, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 3:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Aug 26, 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.
Stitchcraft for Adults - Come learn to use a sewing machine or bring your own project
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners and experienced sewists welcome.
This event is full
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Aug 27, 11:30am - 1:30pm
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, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 4:45pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
LegoSpace
Wed, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
To Behold
Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Music & Movement
Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 2:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants... more
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
Summer Art Sessions
Thu, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
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