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A Visit With Author Natalia Sylvester
2025-07-19 13:00:00 2025-07-19 14:00:00 America/New_York A Visit With Author Natalia Sylvester Come hear renowned novelist Natalia speak, followed by a Q & A. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Saturday, July 19
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-19 13:00:00 2025-07-19 14:00:00 America/New_York A Visit With Author Natalia Sylvester Come hear renowned novelist Natalia speak, followed by a Q & A. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Headquarters Library

Meeting Room A

Come hear renowned novelist Natalia speak, followed by a Q & A.

Come hear nationally renowned author Natalia Sylvester speak, followed by a Q & A.  Sylvester is the author of novels for young adults, including Running and one of this year's Battle of The Books selected titles, Breathe and Count Back From Ten.  She has also written two novels for adults:  Chasing the Sun and Everyone Knows You Go Home.  On July 19th, at 1 p.m., Natalia Sylvester will join us virtually in Meeting Room A of the Headquarters Library to give a prepared presentation.  

 

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

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Books, Authors, & Writing |

TAGS: | #author |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
Mon, Jul 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 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

Preschool Story Time
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Jul 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Wed, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Foundation Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 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.
LegoSpace
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Adult Summer Camp - Crafting for adults
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
To Behold
Wed, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Adult Summer Camp - Adult Chess Club
Wed, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025. Adult Chess Club is on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
Music & Movement
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Thu, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Foundation Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 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.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Film Friday
Fri, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Aug 01, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Games
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Aug 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Kids Art Show Opening
Sat, Aug 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Come see works on display from patrons ages 5-11 and try out art activities like sculpting, watercolor painting, and collage!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Aug 02, 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.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Aug 02, 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.
Teen Movie Club - movies, movies, movies
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for a movie
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Aug 03, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Dungeons & Dragons
Sun, Aug 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Aug 04, 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.
Baby Time
Tue, Aug 05, 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.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Aug 05, 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.
Skill Issue - Bullet Journaling and Goal-Setting
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Our “Skill Issue” series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world... more
Our “Skill Issue” series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world on your own!
Open Sewing
Tue, Aug 05, 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.
LifeSouth Blood Drive
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 5:15pm
Plaza Area
The BloodMobile will be at the library taking donations. Give local, save local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 2:30pm
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.
Job Club
Wed, Aug 06, 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.
LegoSpace
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Gaming
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
To Behold
Wed, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room,Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Justice Impacted Collaborative
Wed, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Summer STEAM
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room this summer for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this summer for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
Crocheting For Adults
Thu, Aug 07, 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
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Aug 08, 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.
Post-Incarceration Peer Support Group
Fri, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 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.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Aug 09, 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.
Sensory Story Time
Sun, Aug 10, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Dungeons & Dragons
Sun, Aug 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Baby Time
Tue, Aug 12, 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 Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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!
Stitchcraft for Adults - Come learn to use a sewing machine or bring your own project
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners and experienced sewists welcome.
This event is full
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 30 2025 at 12:00pm
LegoSpace
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Perler Bead Creations
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.
To Behold
Wed, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
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