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Word Slay: Standing on Words

Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition
2025-04-05 13:00:00 2025-04-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Word Slay: Standing on Words “WORD SLAY: Standing on Words” Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Saturday, April 05
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-05 13:00:00 2025-04-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Word Slay: Standing on Words “WORD SLAY: Standing on Words” Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Headquarters Library

Meeting Room A

“WORD SLAY: Standing on Words” Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition.

Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition - In Celebration of National Poetry Month and the Bicentennial Founding of Alachua County.

ARTSPEAKSgnv, Inc. presents the 3rd Annual BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival. The Festival will take place April 5 - 26, 2025 at several locations in Gainesville, FL. The multi-day poetry festival will feature poetry readings, creative writing workshops, storytelling, youth poetry / monologue competition, community open mics, The Swamp-Berry Jam Poetry Slam, music and more. 

Link to: Bard & Broadside: Poetry Festival | ARTSPEAKSgnv, Inc.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Entertainment |

TAGS: | #poetry |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
Mon, Mar 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 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, 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
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 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.
Registration is now closed
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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
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!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
Spanish Conversation Club
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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Apr 05, 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.
Spring Teen Art Show - for ages 16-19
Sat, Apr 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
All artwork will be on display for anyone to come and enjoy and vote for their favorite piece.
Word Slay: Standing on Words - Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition
Sat, Apr 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A
“WORD SLAY: Standing on Words” Teen / spoken-word, poetry and monologue competition.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
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.
Literacy Volunteer Orientation
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Orientation for new Literacy Program Volunteers
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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Sun, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Assistance
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Monthly Movie Matinee
Mon, Apr 07, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.
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
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, 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.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Assistance
Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
MakerSpace Presents: Stitch Craft for Adults - Come learn to use a sewing machine or bring your own project
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.
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!
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
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 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
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
HQ Makerspace Room
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.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
Early Explorers - Protecting Pollinators: I'm a Pollinator!
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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
Post-Incarceration Peer Support Group
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.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Assistance
Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Apr 12, 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.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Sun, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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.
Movie Matinee
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Join us in the Story Woods Room for a movie in the afternoon! We will be featuring family favorites on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the... more
Join us in the Story Woods Room for a movie in the afternoon! We will be featuring family favorites on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. - and sometimes on the 5th Sunday!
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Assistance
Mon, Apr 14, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Apr 14, 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.
Beginner ESOL Class
Mon, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room B
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.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Assistance
Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 15, 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 15, 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.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Apr 15, 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 15, 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 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Apr 16, 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 16, 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.
UF HealthStreet
Wed, Apr 16, 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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Wed, Apr 16, 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Foundation Room
Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.
LegoSpace
Wed, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
Teen Gaming
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
To Behold
Wed, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
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