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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, Apr 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 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

Cancelled
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Music & Movement
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Early Explorers - Protecting Pollinators: Planting a Pollinator Garden
Thu, Apr 24, 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 24, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
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
Reading Class
Thu, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 3:45pm
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 25, 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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storywoods Room
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Where We Live: A Text and Image workshop
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson and UF's Patrick Grigsby will lead a text and image workshop where teens explore the... more
Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson and UF's Patrick Grigsby will lead a text and image workshop where teens explore the topic of "Where We Live," this year's NEA Big Read theme.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Apr 26, 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, Apr 26, 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.
Board Game Bonanza
Sat, Apr 26, 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 27, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Apr 27, 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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Sun, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Read With a Dog
Sun, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Re-Entry Partnership Conference
Mon, Apr 28, 9:30am - 1:30pm
A 2 day conference for justice impacted individuals and others facing challenges integrating into the community. The conference will be... more
A 2 day conference for justice impacted individuals and others facing challenges integrating into the community. The conference will be held at the Santa Fe Blount Center, 530 W. University Avenue.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Apr 28, 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.
Rescheduled
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Monday, April 28, 12:00pm - 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.
Beginner ESOL Class
Mon, Apr 28, 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.
Re-Entry Partnership Conference
Tue, Apr 29, 9:30am - 1:30pm
A 2 day conference for justice impacted individuals and others facing challenges integrating into the community. The conference will be... more
A 2 day conference for justice impacted individuals and others facing challenges integrating into the community. The conference will be held at the Santa Fe Blount Center, 530 W. University Avenue.
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 29, 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 29, 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 29, 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 29, 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 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Apr 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Wed, Apr 30, 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Foundation Room
Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.
LegoSpace
Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
To Behold
Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Alachua County Citizens Academy
Thu, May 01, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A
Meeting of the current Alachua County Citizens Academy participants.
Music & Movement
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 01, 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.
STEAM Crafts
Thu, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room this spring for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this spring for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
Crocheting For Adults
Thu, May 01, 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, May 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 3:45pm
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, May 02, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, May 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Foundation Room,Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Intro to 3D Printing
Fri, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, May 03, 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, May 03, 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 04, 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.
Cancelled
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, May 04, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
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, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
May the 4th: Crafts inspired by Star Wars
Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
May the 4th Be With You! Join us for crafts inspired by Star Wars. Enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. The crafts are geared toward... more
May the 4th Be With You! Join us for crafts inspired by Star Wars. Enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. The crafts are geared toward children and teens.
Monthly Movie Matinee
Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 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, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room A
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, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.
Open Sewing
Tue, May 06, 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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Tue, May 06, 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, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, May 07, 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.
Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Wed, May 07, 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Foundation Room
Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.
LegoSpace
Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Gaming
Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
Justice Impacted Collaborative
Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A,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.
To Behold
Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Music & Movement
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 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.
Registration opens Thursday, April 24 2025 at 11:00am
Rescheduled
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Thursday, May 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm
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.
After School Art Club - Self-Portraits
Thu, May 08, 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!
Reading Class
Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
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 Thursday, April 24 2025 at 4:30pm
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