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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
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Mon, Jul 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 Closed
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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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Morning Movie
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Jul 14, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
ChillSpace - Jurassic Marathon
Tue, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Jurassic Series Marathon! Teens hangout, play games, build stuff, and more.
Exceptional Programs for Exceptional People
Wed, Jul 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, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Join us in unleashing your creativity through a variety of fun projects!
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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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.
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thu, Jul 16, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare counseling
Read with a Dog
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Come join us and read to a therapy dog! Children can develop a love for reading with our furry friends and their handlers.
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Sherri Brown: An author Event
Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Author, Sherri Brown will read and discuss her new book, Black Bird Black Bird.
Morning Movie
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
Summer at the Library: Circus Gracie
Mon, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Come see this show filled with sequins and the science behind circus skills!
Adult Board Gaming
Tue, Jul 21, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Study Room
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
ChillSpace
Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us this summer for a teens only hangout! Play games, build stuff, watch movies, and more.
Exceptional Programs for Exceptional People
Wed, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Join us in unleashing your creativity through a variety of fun projects!
Seniors on the Move
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 2:15pm
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The Duval Neighborhood Association invites Seniors to participate in a variety of events that engage and interest elders.
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