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Teen Gaming

2024-11-20 16:00:00 2024-11-20 17:00:00 America/New_York Teen Gaming Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.  Headquarters Library - Teen Space

Wednesday, November 20
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 16:00:00 2024-11-20 17:00:00 America/New_York Teen Gaming Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.  Headquarters Library - Teen Space

Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming. 

Join us in the Teen Space the first and third Wednesdays of each month for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens (12-18 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming |

TAGS: | video games | teen | gaming |

Headquarters Library

Phone: 352-334-3900

Hours
We're closed Thursday November 28 due to Thanksgiving Day Holiday
We're closed Friday November 29 due to Friday following Thanksgiving Holiday
Mon, Nov 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Nov 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 27 10:00AM to 5:00PM
(Early closing.)
Thu, Nov 28 Closed
(Thanksgiving Day Holiday)
Fri, Nov 29 Closed
(Friday following Thanksgiving Holiday)
Sat, Nov 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 01 12:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Mon, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.

Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space
Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.

Cancelled
Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming. 

Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Foundation Room
Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with... more
Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with lived experience.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 5:15pm
Plaza Area
The BloodMobile will be at the library taking donations. Give local, save local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Cancelled
Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us in the Storywoods Room this winter for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this winter for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.

Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Make your own snow at the library this winter!

Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Continuing our Introduction to Crochet with new stitches and patterns advancing our knowledge of all things crochet.

Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

Rescheduled
Thu, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Thursday, December 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Continuing our Introduction to Crochet with new stitches and patterns advancing our knowledge of all things crochet.

Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 3:45pm
Foundation Room,Plaza Area
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.

Fri, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Orientation for new Literacy Program Volunteers

Fri, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Sat, Dec 07, 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.

Sun, Dec 08, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.

Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners and experienced sewists welcome.

Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Interested in drawing or painting? Making zines or jewelry? Come try out new art techniques and have fun with new friends!

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

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!

Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees

Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board

Thu, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own... more
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own creativity!

Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Foundation Room
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice the second and fourth Thursday of each month.

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 3:45pm
Foundation Room,Plaza Area
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.

Fri, Dec 13, 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.

Fri, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Foundation Room
Join us the 2nd Friday of each month for a peers only support group for those returning from prison or jail.

Fri, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Sat, Dec 14, 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.

Sun, Dec 15, 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.