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Ballet at the Library
2025-09-22 16:00:00 2025-09-22 17:00:00 America/New_York Ballet at the Library Ballet dancers from Dance Alive National Ballet will put on a demonstration of selections from "The Nutcracker", and read a ballet-themed storybook to children! Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Monday, September 22
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Meeting Room A

Ballet dancers from Dance Alive National Ballet will put on a demonstration of selections from "The Nutcracker", and read a ballet-themed storybook to children!

Dance Alive National Ballet dancers Rosemary Deiorio and Tales Fonseca will put on a demonstration of selections from "The Nutcracker", and read a ballet-themed storybook to children!

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

EVENT TYPE: | Music & Dance |

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Headquarters Library
Phone: 352-334-3900
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Wed, Aug 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
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Fri, Aug 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Sun, Aug 30 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Preschool Story Time
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Homeschool Makerspace
Wed, Aug 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!
Cancelled
Job Club
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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.
LegoSpace
Wed, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees
Cancelled
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
Music & Movement
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.
Summer Art Sessions
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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.
Cricut for Beginners
Thu, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
The Poetry Group
Fri, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Foundation Room
Come dust of your poems, listen and talk about the poetry of others, or find out about the interesting lives of famous poets living and... more
Come dust of your poems, listen and talk about the poetry of others, or find out about the interesting lives of famous poets living and dead.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Aug 29, 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!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sat, Aug 29, 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.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Aug 29, 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.
Cancelled
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Aug 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.
Basic Reading Practice for Everyone
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Foundation Room
The group is based around reading English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more
The group is based around reading English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation. Children are welcome with the accompany of adults.
Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace
Mon, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.
Cancelled
Beginner Korean
Mon, Aug 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Want to learn Korean? Come learn the basics of reading, writing, listening, and speaking from a native speaker and experienced instructor.
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Read With a Dog
Tue, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Our therapy dogs are paws-itively excited to hear your favorite stories!
Sewing Meetup
Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Sewing Meetup provides a dedicated time for sewers or other fiber artists to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and... more
Sewing Meetup provides a dedicated time for sewers or other fiber artists to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use sewing machines independently.
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Sep 01, 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, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Job Club
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 02, 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.
LegoSpace
Wed, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees
Cancelled
Monthly Health & Wellness Talks
Wed, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Justice Impacted Collaborative
Wed, Sep 02, 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.
Music & Movement
Thu, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Drop in at our weekly, low-key coloring session for adults. A variety of gel pens,... more
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Drop in at our weekly, low-key coloring session for adults. A variety of gel pens, markers, colored pencils, and coloring pages will be provided.
STEAM Crafts
Thu, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! The 1st Thursday of every month we’ll have new science and art projects inspired... more
Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! The 1st Thursday of every month we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
Crocheting for Adults
Thu, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 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.
Film Friday
Fri, Sep 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Fri, Sep 04, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
All About Ham Radio - - with the Gainesville Amateur Radio Society
Sat, Sep 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn about radio communication and the amateur radio hobby.
GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Sep 05, 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.
Rescheduled
Pathfinder Society for Teens: Session 1 - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Sep 06, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Sunday, September 06, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Pathfinder Society for Teens: Session 1 - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Sep 06, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Sun, Sep 06, 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.
Pathfinder Society for Teens: Session 2 - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Sep 06, 2:30pm - 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.
Headquarters Library Closed
Mon, Sep 07, All day
Foundation Room,HQ Makerspace Room,Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us
Cancelled
Beginner Korean
Mon, Sep 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Want to learn Korean? Come learn the basics of reading, writing, listening, and speaking from a native speaker and experienced instructor.
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
Alachua County Fire Rescue Community Health - ACFR
Tue, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
ACFR tabling
GRACE Marketplace Resource Help
Tue, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Foundation Room
Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Sep 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.
Teens Create
Tue, Sep 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!
Intro to Sewing - Learn to use a sewing machine!
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.
Financial Well-Being Workshops - inform and educate
Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Workshops are engaging and interactive.
Homeschool Makerspace
Wed, Sep 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Join us for makerspace programs designed for homeschool families!
Job Club
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 09, 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 26 2026 at 1:00pm
LegoSpace
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Intro to Crocheting
Wed, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more
Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees
Governing Board Public Budget Hearing & Meeting
Wed, Sep 09, 5:05pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board Public Budget Hearing & Meeting
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