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Beginners English Conversation Club
2025-05-19 16:30:00 2025-05-19 17:45:00 America/New_York Beginners English Conversation Club A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B

Monday, May 19
4:30pm - 5:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-19 16:30:00 2025-05-19 17:45:00 America/New_York Beginners English Conversation Club A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room B

Headquarters Library

Meeting Room B

A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.

A casual conversation club for speakers of other languages with beginner-level English skills to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.

Zoom link TBA.

AGE GROUP: | Adults (19 and up) |

EVENT TYPE: | Language Learning |

TAGS: | Second language | language learning | Language | english | Conversational English | Conversation Club | Conversation | club |

Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
We're closed Monday May 26 due to Memorial Day Holiday
Mon, May 26 Closed
(Memorial Day Holiday)
Tue, May 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 01 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

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.
Registration is now closed
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.
Beginners English Conversation Club
Mon, Jun 02, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Foundation Room
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer.... more
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 03, 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.
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
Youth Services Area
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Jun 04, 11:30am - 1:30pm
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
Youth Services Area
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.
To Behold
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
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.
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.
Music & Movement
Thu, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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.
Summer STEAM
Thu, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
This event is full
LifeSouth Blood Drive
Fri, Jun 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.
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, Jun 06, 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, Jun 06, 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, Jun 06, 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, Jun 07, 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.
Teen Movie Club - movies, movies, movies
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for a movie
Literacy Volunteer Orientation
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
Orientation for new Literacy Program Volunteers
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Jun 08, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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.
Sensory Story Time
Sun, Jun 08, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Youth Services Area
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 - Arts & Crafts
Sun, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Movie Matinee
Sun, Jun 08, 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!
Adult Summer Camp - Dungeons & Dragons
Sun, Jun 08, 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, Jun 09, 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.
Beginners English Conversation Club
Mon, Jun 09, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer.... more
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 10, 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.
Summer at the Library: How Color Came to the World! - Shadow Puppet Show
Tue, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A
Lights! Color! Action! Storyteller and puppeteer Katie Adams performs Hispanic stories with a dash of Spanish words, a splash of... more
Lights! Color! Action! Storyteller and puppeteer Katie Adams performs Hispanic stories with a dash of Spanish words, a splash of colorful shadow puppets, and audience participation.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Jun 10, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Tue, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Foundation Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 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.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Services Area
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Jun 11, 11:00am - 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.
Job Club
Wed, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Foundation Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
LegoSpace
Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jun 11, 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.
This event is full
To Behold
Wed, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 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, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Adult Summer Camp - Genealogy Open Lab
Thu, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Foundation Room
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how... more
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Cancelled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 3:45pm
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.
UF IFAS Presents: Pollinator Gardening
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B
Learn how to create Florida-Friendly landscapes and gardens that create habitats that attract and support pollinators such as bees,... more
Learn how to create Florida-Friendly landscapes and gardens that create habitats that attract and support pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
Post-Incarceration Peer Support Group
Fri, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Cardboard Arcade Summer Challenge
Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Come create arcade games from carboard and other assorted materials.
Cancelled
Board Game Bonanza
Sat, Jun 14, 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.
NEA Big Read Book talk - Reading "Their Eyes Were Watching God" in Haitian Creole
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Join a discussion of the Haitian Creole translation of "Their Eyes Were Watching God."
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