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image of Jacki Manna posing with her puppet friends

Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna
2026-07-21 11:00:00 2026-07-21 12:00:00 America/New_York Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna Come see Jacki Manna’s fun ventriloquism show featuring silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read. Alachua Branch - Meeting Room

Tuesday, July 21
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-21 11:00:00 2026-07-21 12:00:00 America/New_York Summer at the Library: Jacki Manna Come see Jacki Manna’s fun ventriloquism show featuring silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read. Alachua Branch - Meeting Room

Alachua Branch

Meeting Room

Come see Jacki Manna’s fun ventriloquism show featuring silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read.

Jacki Manna’s Fun, Funny, & Fabulous ventriloquism show featuring talking, laughing, wacky, silly, jokester puppets that get children excited to read.

Jacki Manna

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

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Entertainment |

TAGS: | #Summeratthelibrary |

Alachua Branch
Phone: 386-462-2592
Branch manager
Daniel Cespedes
Hours
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Mon, May 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, May 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, May 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 10 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Alachua Branch Library provides access to resources and services in the City of Alachua and surrounding areas.

Upcoming events

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Baby Adventures
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play
Comedy Class with Uprising Comedy
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Uprising Comedy presents a monthly comedy class the first Tuesday of the month! Whether you are new to stand-up or a seasoned... more
Uprising Comedy presents a monthly comedy class the first Tuesday of the month! Whether you are new to stand-up or a seasoned professional, join us for an hour of laughter.
Read with a Dog
Wed, May 06, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!
W.A.C.K.Y. Wednesdays
Wed, May 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for fun crafts, games, and activities!
Story Time
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
Community Resource Navigator
Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Cancelled
Savvy Caregiver - Elder Options
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with dementia. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills,... more
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with dementia. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills, reduce stress, and improve your caregiving experience.
Stitch & Chat
Fri, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, May 09, 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!
Financial Wellness: Budgeting
Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join staff from Fifth Third Bank and learn tips on how to successfully budget and save money. Join us to gain the knowledge you need to... more
Join staff from Fifth Third Bank and learn tips on how to successfully budget and save money. Join us to gain the knowledge you need to take control of your financial future.
Reiki Circle
Sun, May 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us in the meeting room for a Reiki Circle with Denise Pérez, a gentle and restorative group experience designed to promote... more
Join us in the meeting room for a Reiki Circle with Denise Pérez, a gentle and restorative group experience designed to promote relaxation, balance, and overall well-being.
Community Resource Navigator
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Baby Adventures
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play
Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you caring for a loved one with a dementia-related diagnosis? Join us for Dementia Caregiver Support Group by Haven Hospice, where... more
Are you caring for a loved one with a dementia-related diagnosis? Join us for Dementia Caregiver Support Group by Haven Hospice, where they will provide additional education and support.
Read with a Dog
Wed, May 13, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!
Teen / Tween Book Club
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Center
Alachua Teen Book Club
W.A.C.K.Y. Wednesdays
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for fun crafts, games, and activities!
Story Time
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
Community Resource Navigator
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 4:00pm
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Cancelled
Savvy Caregiver - Elder Options
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with dementia. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills,... more
Join us for a series to empower those caring for individuals with dementia. This program is designed to refine your caregiving skills, reduce stress, and improve your caregiving experience.
Stitch & Chat
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.
Rescheduled
Teen / Tween Book Club
Fri, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Wednesday, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Alachua Teen Book Club
Community Resource Navigator
Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.
Baby Adventures
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play
Alachua Branch Book Club
Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for a fun discussion of the book selection for the month! Each month we will select one Adult Fiction or... more
Join us at the Alachua Branch for a fun discussion of the book selection for the month! Each month we will select one Adult Fiction or Non-Fiction title to read and discuss it as a group.
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