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Black History Month: African American Read-In
2025-02-15 14:00:00 2025-02-15 15:15:00 America/New_York Black History Month: African American Read-In Celebrate Black authors and poets at our annual African American Read-In. Hawthorne Branch -

Saturday, February 15
2:00pm - 3:15pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-15 14:00:00 2025-02-15 15:15:00 America/New_York Black History Month: African American Read-In Celebrate Black authors and poets at our annual African American Read-In. Hawthorne Branch -

Celebrate Black authors and poets at our annual African American Read-In.

Join us as we share our favorite passages, poems, and more by Black authors. African American Read-Ins are an initiative by the National Council of Teachers of English to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month. Our annual event will feature readings by local luminaries and leaders in government, education, religion, and the arts. Refreshments will be provided by the Hawthorne Woman's Club.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Exhibit/Display | Books, Authors, & Writing |

TAGS: | Black History Month | #Black History Month |

Hawthorne Branch
Phone: 352-481-1920
Branch manager
Cameron Burris
Hours
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Mon, Jul 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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The Hawthorne Branch Library provides access to resources and services in the City of Hawthorne and surrounding areas.

Upcoming events

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Rescheduled
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Jul 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, July 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
America 250: Red, White, and Blue! Baby Time
Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
MakerSpace,Meeting Room
Baby time flag-themed stories and activities
Hawthorne Hub - Jurassic Sunprints
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
Computers and Technology: Intro to Memory Lab
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for a weekly program to learn computer skills and new technology. No experience required!
Cancelled
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please... more
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please note, this is NOT an exercise class.
Story Time
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
MakerSpace
Fun with art, music, science, stories and more
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room
Free, unbiased, confidential one-on-one Medicare counseling provided by trained Medicare counselors.
Rescheduled
Teen ArtSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Thursday, July 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn how to create 3D models using Tinkercad. Staff will then 3D print the items to be picked up at a later date.
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace,Meeting Room
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how... more
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
America 250: Red, White, and Blue! Fingerpaint Fun
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
MakerSpace
Babies, toddlers, and caretakers interact to foster texture awareness, color fun, and creative experimentation.
Hawthorne Hub
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
Bingo, Books & Brownies
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office presents an afternoon filled with bingo, free books, sweet treats, and family fun!
Computers and Technology: Open Hours
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for a weekly program to learn computer skills and new technology. No experience required!
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please... more
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please note, this is NOT an exercise class.
Story Time
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
MakerSpace
Fun with art, music, science, stories and more
Teen ArtSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Learn how to create 3D models using Tinkercad. Staff will then 3D print the items to be picked up at a later date.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Summer Family Craft Bash
Fri, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come join the Community Resource Navigation Program for a fun summer-themed craft, free pizza and drinks, and information about local... more
Come join the Community Resource Navigation Program for a fun summer-themed craft, free pizza and drinks, and information about local programs and resources.
Summer at the Library: Magically Ever After
Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy a fabulous magic show with James Songster and his bunny sidekick, ChaChing, the Amazing Bunny!
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Rescheduled
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Jul 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, July 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, Jul 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
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