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Alachua County Black Book by Coleen DeGroff
2026-02-19 15:30:00 2026-02-19 17:30:00 America/New_York Alachua County Black Book by Coleen DeGroff Buried deep in public records, information about hundreds of people enslaved in Alachua County through the end of the Civil War can be found in a variety of documents. Meet the author of this new book Cone Park Branch - Training Room

Thursday, February 19
3:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-19 15:30:00 2026-02-19 17:30:00 America/New_York Alachua County Black Book by Coleen DeGroff Buried deep in public records, information about hundreds of people enslaved in Alachua County through the end of the Civil War can be found in a variety of documents. Meet the author of this new book Cone Park Branch - Training Room

Cone Park Branch

Training Room

Buried deep in public records, information about hundreds of people enslaved in Alachua County through the end of the Civil War can be found in a variety of documents. Meet the author of this new book

Using excerpts of public archives dating from 1815-1865, Alachua County Black Book provides a glimpse into the lives of the enslaved as well as the people who enslaved them. An excellent resource for historians, researchers, genealogists and anyone interested in learning more about Black history. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy |

TAGS: | #BHM | #African American |

Cone Park Branch
Phone: 352-334-0720
Branch manager
Linda Cue
Hours
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Mon, Feb 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Feb 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Feb 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Feb 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Feb 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 07 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 08 Closed
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About the branch

The Cone Park Branch is a collaborative effort between the Library and Partnership for Strong Families.  It serves as a resource center and a library, providing access to resources and services in East Gainesville and surrounding areas.

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VITA Tax Assistance
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
VITA is a program through the United Way that provides free tax assistance.  
Job Club
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby 2
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Come join us and read to a therapy dog! Develop your love for reading with our furry friends and their handlers.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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!
Morning Movie
Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Teen Space
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
VITA Tax Assistance
Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
VITA is a program through the United Way that provides free tax assistance.  
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Feb 10, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
Teen Gaming
Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
Exceptional Programs for Exceptional People - NEW TIME
Wed, Feb 11, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Every week we will offer a passive program for Adults of all abilities to connect and enjoy simple, creative activities together.
Art Club
Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.
Job Club
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby 2
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
Kid Crafts
Thu, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Come and experience the joy of creating with this monthly arts & crafts program!
VITA Tax Assistance
Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
VITA is a program through the United Way that provides free tax assistance.  
Black History Month: Hawah Ezell, WCJB-TV News Anchor - Journalist and News Anchor
Fri, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
Local News Anchor Hawah Ezell talks about her path to Journalism and her experiences as a T.V. News Anchor
Post-Incarceration Peer Support Group
Fri, Feb 13, 3:50pm - 5:30pm
Training Room
Join us the 2nd Friday of each month for a peers only support group for those returning from prison or jail.
Morning Movie
Mon, Feb 16, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Feb 17, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
Teen Gaming
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
Exceptional Programs for Exceptional People - NEW TIME
Wed, Feb 18, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Every week we will offer a passive program for Adults of all abilities to connect and enjoy simple, creative activities together.
Art Club
Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Training Room
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.
Job Club
Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby 2
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
VITA Tax Assistance
Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
VITA is a program through the United Way that provides free tax assistance.  
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Feb 19, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling
Read with a Dog
Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Come join us and read to a therapy dog! Develop your love for reading with our furry friends and their handlers.
Alachua County Black Book by Coleen DeGroff
Thu, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Training Room
Buried deep in public records, information about hundreds of people enslaved in Alachua County through the end of the Civil War can be... more
Buried deep in public records, information about hundreds of people enslaved in Alachua County through the end of the Civil War can be found in a variety of documents. Meet the author of this new book
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