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Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect for infants through 5-year-olds inside in the Storywoods Room in the Children's Department of the Headquarters Library. This is a great opportunity for your little ones to read, laugh, sing, and get to know some other kids from around the community.

AGE GROUP: | Preschool (3-5 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Story Time |

TAGS: | stories | songs | rhymes | #kids |

Headquarters Library

Phone: 352-334-3900

Hours
We're closed Wednesday January 01 due to New Year's Day Holiday
Mon, Dec 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Dec 31 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day Holiday)
Thu, Jan 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 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

Tue, Dec 31, 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 31, 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 31, 5:00pm - 11:55pm
Courtyard,Foundation Room,Lobby,Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Plaza Area,Storywoods Room,Study Room C,Study Room D,Study Room E,Study Room F,Study Room G,Study Room H,Teen Space,Youth Services Area
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us

Wed, Jan 01, All day
Courtyard,Foundation Room,Lobby,Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Plaza Area,Storywoods Room,Study Room C,Study Room D,Study Room E,Study Room F,Study Room G,Study Room H,Teen Space,Youth Services Area
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us

Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Start off your new year by organizing your life with the fun and effective technique of bullet journaling!

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
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, Jan 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

Fri, Jan 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Storywoods Room
Participants visit with a veterinarian while their stuffed animal friend gets a check up/minor repairs done.

Sat, Jan 04, 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, Jan 05, 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.

Mon, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.

Tue, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 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, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Wed, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.

Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A
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.

Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Foundation Room
Foundation Board of Directors Meeting

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Jan 09, 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, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented advancing our knowledge of all things crochet. Please bring... more
Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented advancing our knowledge of all things crochet. Please bring your own supplies

Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Foundation Room
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Rescheduled
Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, January 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us every Saturday afternoon for Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Sat, Jan 11, 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.

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us every Saturday afternoon for Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

Sun, Jan 12, 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.