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Cardboard Arcade Summer Challenge
2025-06-14 13:00:00 2025-06-14 17:00:00 America/New_York Cardboard Arcade Summer Challenge Come create arcade games from carboard and other assorted materials. Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room

Saturday, June 14
1:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-14 13:00:00 2025-06-14 17:00:00 America/New_York Cardboard Arcade Summer Challenge Come create arcade games from carboard and other assorted materials. Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room

Headquarters Library

HQ Makerspace Room

Come create arcade games from carboard and other assorted materials.

In this program, library patrons will build arcade games using cardboard, recycled materials, and creativity. This event will be the first of a two-part program where we will start the process of building an arcade machine on June 14th and then on June 28th, we will host a showcase of everyone's finished arcade games. From June 14th to June 28th, please feel free to utilize the Makerspace at HQ during Open Studio time to put in more work on your arcade games for the final showcase. 

Registration is limited for the June 14th program, but patrons are encouraged to visit the MakerSpace and work on an arcade game for the final showcase on June 28th even if they cannot attend the initial event. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | MakerSpace | Games & Gaming | Arts, Crafts, & DIY |

TAGS: | #MakerSpace |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
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Mon, May 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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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, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 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 is now closed
Job Club
Wed, May 21, 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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Wed, May 21, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Teen Space
Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.
LegoSpace
Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
Teen Gaming
Wed, May 21, 4:05pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
To Behold
Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Music & Movement
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 22, 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.
After School Art Club - Clothes
Thu, May 22, 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 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
Basic Design for 3D Printing - Learn to use Tinkercad
Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn the basics of making a model for 3D printing using Tinkercad, a free beginner-friendly tool for all ages. Computers provided.
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, May 23, 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 23, 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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, May 23, 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, May 24, 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, May 24, 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. Online? Click the title above for more.
Cancelled
Board Game Bonanza
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Sensory Story Time
Sun, May 25, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Story Woods 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, May 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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Sun, May 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.
Headquarters Library Closed
Mon, May 26, All day
Courtyard,Foundation Room,Lobby,Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Plaza Area,Storywoods Room,Study Room C,Study Room D,Study Room E,Study Room F,Study Room G,Study Room H,Teen Space,Youth Services Area
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us
Florida Department of Corrections Hiring Event
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Come check out a wide range of job opportunities with the Florida Department of Corrections. Interview and get hired on the spot!
Baby Time
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
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 27, 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 27, 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.
Cancelled
Read with a Dog
Tue, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
MakerSpace Presents: Stitch Craft for Adults - Come learn to use a sewing machine or bring your own project
Tue, May 27, 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.
Libby and Hoopla APP-y Hour
Tue, May 27, 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 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Alachua County Public School-Citizens of the Year Ceremony
Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Public School 5th Grade Citizens of the Year Ceremony
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 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.
Job Club
Wed, May 28, 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.
Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults
Wed, May 28, 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Foundation Room
Drop-in coloring hour for adults to unwind and achieve an inner calm.
LegoSpace
Wed, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, May 28, 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, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
Music & Movement
Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 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.
Reading Class
Thu, May 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, May 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, May 30, 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 30, 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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, May 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, May 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Area
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!
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, May 31, 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, May 31, 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. Online? Click the title above for more.
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Jun 01, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Jun 01, 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.
Monthly Movie Matinee
Mon, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Mon, Jun 02, 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, Jun 03, 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.
Making Music with Makey Makey
Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Let's Makey Makey some music. Using some craft materials and the Makey Makey invention kit, create a musical instrument.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 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.
Skill Issue - Budgeting
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Our “Skill Issue” series for teens features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world on... more
Our “Skill Issue” series for teens features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world on your own!
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen Gaming
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
Justice Impacted Collaborative
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
To Behold
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
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