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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, Mar 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Mar 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 05 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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Saturday Story Time
Sat, Apr 04, 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!
Morning Movie
Mon, Apr 06, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Apr 07, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
Teen Gaming
Tue, Apr 07, 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
Wed, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.
Job Club
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby 3
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
Morning Movie
Mon, Apr 13, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Apr 14, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
Teen Gaming
Tue, Apr 14, 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
Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.
Job Club
Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby 3
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Apr 16, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling
Read with a Dog
Thu, Apr 16, 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.
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