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Preschool Storytime Special - Climate Change

with a crafting project to take home
2024-09-25 10:30:00 2024-09-25 11:30:00 America/New_York Preschool Storytime Special - Climate Change Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time and spend time crafting with family and friends. Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room

Wednesday, September 25
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-09-25 10:30:00 2024-09-25 11:30:00 America/New_York Preschool Storytime Special - Climate Change Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time and spend time crafting with family and friends. Headquarters Library - Storywoods Room

Headquarters Library

Storywoods Room

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time and spend time crafting with family and friends.

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.

Special addition: Join us on Thursday, Sept 25th from 10:30 am to 11:30 am for stories and a fun filled activity to take home. Wear grubby clothing as we plan to get a little messy with our craft. Crafting project is simple. Parents/guardians are welcome to assist their children with this project. Supplies are limited.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Story Time |

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

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
Mon, Apr 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 04 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

Re-Entry Partnership Conference
Tue, Apr 29, 9:30am - 1:30pm
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A 2 day conference for justice impacted individuals and others facing challenges integrating into the community. The conference will be held at the Santa Fe Blount Center, 530 W. University Avenue.
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 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.
Open Sewing
Tue, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 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.
Registration is now closed
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Apr 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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Wed, Apr 30, 2:45pm - 4:15pm
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Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
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Alachua County Citizens Academy
Thu, May 01, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Music & Movement
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
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Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 2:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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STEAM Crafts
Thu, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
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Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Reading Class
Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 3:45pm
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Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, May 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, May 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Foundation Room,Meeting Room B
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Intro to 3D Printing
Fri, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Sun, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Sun, May 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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May the 4th: Crafts inspired by Star Wars
Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Monthly Movie Matinee
Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
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Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 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
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Cancelled
Beginner ESOL Class
Mon, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
This class meets once weekly for twelve weeks (Feb 24 - May 12) to practice everyday English for work and life. Open to... more
This class meets once weekly for twelve weeks (Feb 24 - May 12) to practice everyday English for work and life. Open to beginner-intermediate English learners. All materials will be provided for free.
Baby Time
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 06, 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
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Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
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Wed, May 07, 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.
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Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
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Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 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.
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Wed, May 07, 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Foundation Room
Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.
LegoSpace
Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Gaming
Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
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Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
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Justice Impacted Collaborative
Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
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.
Music & Movement
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
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Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Rescheduled
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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HQ Makerspace Room
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Reading Class
Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Post-Incarceration Peer Support Group
Fri, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Foundation Room
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Cancelled
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, May 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Literacy Volunteer Orientation
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
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Read With a Dog
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, May 10, 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.
Cancelled
Board Game Bonanza
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Join us every Saturday afternoon for Board Game Bonanza, formerly known as Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your board game skills. All ages welcome.
Cancelled
Sensory Story Time
Sun, May 11, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Story Woods 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, May 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Sun, May 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Rescheduled
Read With a Dog
Sun, May 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Saturday, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, May 12, 2:00pm - 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.
Cancelled
Beginner ESOL Class
Mon, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
This class meets once weekly for twelve weeks (Feb 24 - May 12).  Open to beginner-intermediate English learners.
Baby Time
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 13, 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, May 13, 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, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Teen Art Club
Tue, May 13, 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!
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
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Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
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