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Creating 8-bit style games with the PICO-8 platform
2025-11-16 13:00:00 2025-11-16 16:00:00 America/New_York Creating 8-bit style games with the PICO-8 platform Learn how to create games for the PICO-8 platform. Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room

Sunday, November 16
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-16 13:00:00 2025-11-16 16:00:00 America/New_York Creating 8-bit style games with the PICO-8 platform Learn how to create games for the PICO-8 platform. Headquarters Library - HQ Makerspace Room

Headquarters Library

HQ Makerspace Room

Learn how to create games for the PICO-8 platform.

The Gainesville Creative Computing Club (GCCC) is back with an 8-Bit Game Design Workshop!

Join us for an afternoon of creative exploration! We’ll be creating 8-bit style games with the PICO-8 platform, a fantasy console for making, playing, and sharing tiny video games.

We’ll look at parts of classic 8-bit games to explore how mechanics, rules, challenge, and player experience come together to shape fun and emotion, and use those insights to inspire your own creations. Then, design and tweak your own mini-game using PICO-8’s tools for sprite editing, sound design, and code modification, and share it with others in a fun and supportive environment.

No programming experience necessary — templates and guidance will be provided. Artists, musicians, hackers, gamers, storytellers, students, educators, and curious beginners — all are welcome!

A limited number of laptops are available. Participants are free to bring their own laptops if they like. Please register in order to reserve your spot. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (19 and up) |

EVENT TYPE: | MakerSpace | Games & Gaming | Computers & Technology |

TAGS: | #MakerSpace |

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STEAM Crafts
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Crocheting For Adults
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Adult Board Gaming
Thu, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
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Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Film Friday
Fri, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B
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Spanish Conversation Club
Fri, Nov 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B
Do you want to learn Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice on Saturdays! No textbook, student centered with a focus on speaking.
Author/Illustrator Nikkolas Smith - Draw Your Own Superhero Workshop
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more
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GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.
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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.
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Mon, Nov 10, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
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Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Preschool Story Time
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Libby & Hoopla APP-y Hour
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue.... more
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Wed, Nov 12, 11:30am - 1:30pm
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Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
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Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
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Adult Board Gaming
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
Participants will learn new board games or have the opportunity to play already learned board games with fellow game enthusiasts.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
HQ Makerspace Room
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Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
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
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Fri, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B
Do you want to learn Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice on Saturdays! No textbook, student centered with a focus on speaking.
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Sat, Nov 15, 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
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Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
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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.
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Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
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Read With a Dog
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.
Libby & Hoopla APP-y Hour
Sun, Nov 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.
Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG
Sun, Nov 16, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
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Creating 8-bit style games with the PICO-8 platform
Sun, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
HQ Makerspace Room
Learn how to create games for the PICO-8 platform.
Elementary Book Club
Mon, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Please join a group from the University of Florida as we read and discuss popular books at the 3rd-5th grade reading level.
Beginners' English Conversation Club
Mon, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room B
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking.
Baby Time
Tue, Nov 18, 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 Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm
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.
Computer Help Drop-In
Tue, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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.
Teen Gaming
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for Nintendo Switch gaming.
Adult Chess Club
Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are invited to come play chess at the Headquarters Library.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
Libby & Hoopla APP-y Hour
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Drop-in tech help session where patrons learn how to use the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow electronic library items.
Open Studio - Open hours at HQ Makerspace
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 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.
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue.... more
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue. Also answering patron’s questions while studying for the GED.
Job Club
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Reading for Fun Literacy Book Club
Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.
LegoSpace
Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
Teen/Tween Book Club
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
To Behold
Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
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