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Summer at the Library: Orisirisi

African Folklore
2025-06-30 15:00:00 2025-06-30 16:00:00 America/New_York Summer at the Library: Orisirisi Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Monday, June 30
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-30 15:00:00 2025-06-30 16:00:00 America/New_York Summer at the Library: Orisirisi Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Headquarters Library

Meeting Room A

Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.

For thousands of years in the mystical light of the moon, African children have sat spellbound; listening to stories that both entertain and develop a better sense of the difference between right and wrong. OrisiRisi African Folklore recreates this scene with Moonlight Stories. - an anthology incorporating the African tradition of audience participation including fun-filled call and response type songs, mesmerizing African drumming and dance, children’s games, and much more!

Woman in Nigerian attire dancing

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (6-11 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Music & Dance | Language Learning |

TAGS: | #summeratthelibrary | #Storytelling | #music |

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Free Notary Service
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Free notary services provided by an adult services volunteer.
Baby Time
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, May 26, 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.
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, May 26, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Intro to Sewing - Learn to use a sewing machine!
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners welcome.
This event is full
Adult Chess Club
Tue, May 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome. 
Preschool Story Time
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, May 27, 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.
Homeschool Makerspace
Wed, May 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!
Libby & Hoopla APP-y Hour
Wed, May 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Want to download and read eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines? Stop by APP-y Hour and learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps. Bring... more
Want to download and read eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines? Stop by APP-y Hour and learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps. Bring your personal devices so you can practice.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Reading for Fun - Language Learning Book Club
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.
LegoSpace
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
to BEHOLD
Wed, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
We will learn about homelessness and how it impacts our community. We also are creating items such as socks and scarves to donate. ... more
We will learn about homelessness and how it impacts our community. We also are creating items such as socks and scarves to donate. All materials are provided and all skill levels are welcome.
Music & Movement
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 2:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.
After School Art Club
Thu, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace 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!
Adult Board Gaming 
Thu, May 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, May 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Learn to Write Creatively - A Writer's Workshop for Everyone
Fri, May 29, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
A Writers Workshop in which we write, share, and peer edit poetry and other short pieces of different genres while working on basic to... more
A Writers Workshop in which we write, share, and peer edit poetry and other short pieces of different genres while working on basic to advanced English skills.
Intro to Sewable Electronics
Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn how to sew a basic electrical circuit into your craft or clothing projects.
This event is full
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, May 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories,... more
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more to enjoy!
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Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
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Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Saturday, May 30, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, May 30, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Rescheduled
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, May 31, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Sunday, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.
Everyday English
Mon, Jun 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Gives adult learners the chance to engage in practical English language skills.
Cancelled
Free Notary Service
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Free notary services provided by an adult services volunteer.
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Jun 02, 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.
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Summer at the Library: Draw Dinosaurs With a Paleoartist
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn to draw dinosaurs with expert paleoartist Dr. Emily Willoughby!
Teen Gaming
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for Nintendo Switch gaming.
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome. 
Planner People Meetup - Build Routines with Habit Trackers
Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Foundation Room
Habit trackers are simple tools that help you stay motivated and visualize your progress. In this session, you’ll learn different... more
Habit trackers are simple tools that help you stay motivated and visualize your progress. In this session, you’ll learn different styles of habit tracking and create your own personalized trackers.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Cricut for Beginners
Wed, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Reading for Fun - Language Learning Book Club
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.
LegoSpace
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Justice Impacted Collaborative
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Monthly Health & Wellness Talks
Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Join Dr. Annie Levendusky each month as we explore different health and wellness topics and offer simple tools you can bring into your... more
Join Dr. Annie Levendusky each month as we explore different health and wellness topics and offer simple tools you can bring into your daily life to support your mind, body, and energy. Open to all.
Music & Movement
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B
Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.
Summer STEAM
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by summer reading themes of dinosaurs or America 250.
Crocheting for Adults
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented to advance our knowledge of all things crochet. Please... more
Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented to advance our knowledge of all things crochet. Please bring your own supplies
Adult Board Gaming
Thu, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more
Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.
Knitting Space
Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Come join us for a relaxed knitting circle where established knitters can bring their own projects to work on and beginners can learn... more
Come join us for a relaxed knitting circle where established knitters can bring their own projects to work on and beginners can learn the basics.
Film Friday
Fri, Jun 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.
Learn to Write Creatively - A Writer's Workshop for Everyone
Fri, Jun 05, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
A Writers Workshop in which we write, share, and peer edit poetry and other short pieces of different genres while working on basic to... more
A Writers Workshop in which we write, share, and peer edit poetry and other short pieces of different genres while working on basic to advanced English skills.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Jun 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Cancelled
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Read With a Dog
Sat, Jun 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services to read your favorite story to a furry friend!
Teen Movie Club
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Space
Join us for a showing of a PG-13 movie from the library's collection.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Jun 06, 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.
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Jun 07, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Cancelled
Everyday English
Mon, Jun 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Gives adult learners the chance to engage in practical English language skills.
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