Puppet Story Time

Sun, Mar 30, 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.

Sun, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 2:30pm

AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

The Music Within: Opera for Kids - Presented by the Opera Workshop at the University of Florida

Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 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.

Mon, Mar 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Storywoods Room

Opera students present a tale of music throughout several time periods

Beginner ESOL Class

Mon, Mar 31, 4:30pm - 5:45pm

Foundation Room

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.

Tue, Apr 01, 10:30am - 2:30pm

AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Baby Time

Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 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.

Computer Help Drop-In

Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.

Intro to Makerspace

Tue, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

An introduction to what makerspaces are.

Preschool Story Time

Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storywoods Room

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

Job Club

Wed, Apr 02, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Foundation Room

Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults

Wed, Apr 02, 12:00pm - 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.

UF HealthStreet

Wed, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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, Apr 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Youth Services Area

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Apr 02, 2:45pm - 4:15pm

Foundation Room

Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.

Puppet Story Time

Wed, Apr 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Storywoods Room

Join us for an interactive puppet story time. Stories, songs, and more will all be done using puppets.

Teen Gaming

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space

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

Justice Impacted Collaborative

Wed, Apr 02, 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.

To Behold

Wed, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Foundation Room

Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Intro to Makerspace

Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

An introduction to what makerspaces are.

Music & Movement

Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storywoods Room

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Early Explorers - Protecting Pollinators: What Is a Pollinator?

Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Services Area

Children will learn why pollinators are so important with the help of our friends from the Florida Museum!

Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Thu, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about... more

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the properties of water while exploring natural phenomenon.

Crocheting For Adults

Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Foundation Room

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

Reading Class

Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Study Room D

Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

UF Mobile Outreach Clinic

Fri, Apr 04, 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.

Spanish Conversation Club

Fri, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 4:45pm

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.

Fri, Apr 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Storywoods Room

Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Intro to Makerspace

Fri, Apr 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

An introduction to what makerspaces are.

Spring Teen Art Show - for ages 16-19

Sat, Apr 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A,Teen Space

All artwork will be on display for anyone to come and enjoy and vote for their favorite piece.

GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!

Sat, Apr 05, 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.

Sat, Apr 05, 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.

Spring Teen Art Show - for ages 16-19

Sun, Apr 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A

All artwork will be on display for anyone to come and enjoy and vote for their favorite piece.

Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG

Sun, Apr 06, 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.

Sun, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.

Sun, Apr 06, 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.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 2:30pm

AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Monthly Movie Matinee

Mon, Apr 07, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Foundation Room

Watch a new movie from the library's collection.

Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 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.

Beginner ESOL Class

Mon, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 5:45pm

Foundation Room

This class meets once weekly for twelve weeks (Feb 24 - May 12) to practice everyday English for work and life. Open to... more

Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 2:30pm

AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Baby Time

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

MakerSpace Presents: Stitch Craft for Adults - Come learn to use a sewing machine or bring your own project

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Computer Help Drop-In

Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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!

Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners and experienced sewists welcome.

Tue, Apr 08, 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 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storywoods Room

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

Job Club

Wed, Apr 09, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Foundation Room

Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Wed, Apr 09, 2:45pm - 4:15pm

Foundation Room

Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.

LegoSpace

Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Youth Services Area

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Perler Bead Creations

Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space

Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.

To Behold

Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Foundation Room

Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

LifeSouth Blood Drive

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:15pm

Plaza Area

The BloodMobile will be at the library taking donations. Give local, save local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.

Music & Movement

Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storywoods Room

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Governing Board Meeting

Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Meeting Room A

Alachua County Library District Governing Board

Early Explorers - Protecting Pollinators: I'm a Pollinator!

Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Services Area

Children will learn why pollinators are so important with the help of our friends from the Florida Museum!

Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

Thu, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about... more

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the properties of water while exploring natural phenomenon.

Reading Class

Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Study Room D

Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

UF Mobile Outreach Clinic

Fri, Apr 11, 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.

Post-Incarceration Peer Support Group

Fri, Apr 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.

Fri, Apr 11, 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.

Spanish Conversation Club

Fri, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Storywoods Room

Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 2:30pm

AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Study Room E

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.

Board Game Bonanza

Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Space

Join us every Saturday afternoon for Board Game Bonanza, formerly known as Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your board... more

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.

Sensory Story Time

Sun, Apr 13, 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.

Sun, Apr 13, 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.