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Miniature Dachshund wearing red therapy dog vest
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Read With a Dog

Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.

Dodi, a miniature Dachshund therapy dog, is ready for stories, pets, and lots of low to the ground hugs. Weighing in at only 10 pounds, Dodi is great for kids who are hesitant to meet new furry friends. Join us in the Youth Services Department on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 3:30 - 4:30.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (6-11 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading Literacy | Animals & Nature |

TAGS: | #therapydogs | #readwithadog | #animals |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
We're closed Monday November 11 due to Tentative Veterans Day Holiday
Mon, Nov 11 Closed
(Tentative Veterans Day Holiday)
Tue, Nov 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 14 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 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

Music & Movement
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Totally 80s Party
Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
Head back in time with some radical crafts and a sweet 80s movie!
Reading Class
Thu, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Spanish Conversation Club
Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 15, 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, Nov 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Bilingual Story Time
Sat, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room D
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, Nov 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.
Movie Matinee
Sun, Nov 17, 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!
Baby Time
Tue, Nov 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.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Nov 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.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Cancelled
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
UF HealthStreet
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
HealthStreet is a community engagement program from the University of Florida that focuses on research, outreach, and community needs... more
HealthStreet is a community engagement program from the University of Florida that focuses on research, outreach, and community needs and services.
LegoSpace
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Gaming
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming. 
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Foundation Room
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
Music & Movement
Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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.
STEAM Crafts
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Reading Class
Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, Nov 22, 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.
Cancelled
To BEHOLD
Fri, Nov 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Chess Club
Sat, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 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, Nov 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. .
Baby Time
Tue, Nov 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.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Nov 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.
Cancelled
Read With a Dog
Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Headquarters Library Closed
Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 11:55pm
Courtyard,Foundation Room,Lobby,Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Youth Services Area,Teen Space,Study Room H,Study Room G,Study Room F,Study Room E,Study Room D,Study Room C,Storywoods Room,Plaza Area
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us
Headquarters Library Closed
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Courtyard,Foundation Room,Lobby,Storywoods Room,Study Room C,Study Room D,Study Room E,Study Room F,Study Room G,Meeting Room B,Plaza Area,Study Room H,Teen Space,Youth Services Area,Meeting Room A
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us
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