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Law in the Library

Before and After the Storm: Insurance and Contracts

2019-10-28 18:00:00 2019-10-28 19:00:00 America/New_York Law in the Library A panel of 4 local attorneys present pertinent legal topic of pre and post disaster legal check list. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Monday, October 28
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2019-10-28 18:00:00 2019-10-28 19:00:00 America/New_York Law in the Library A panel of 4 local attorneys present pertinent legal topic of pre and post disaster legal check list. Headquarters Library - Meeting Room A

Headquarters Library

Meeting Room A

A panel of 4 local attorneys present pertinent legal topic of pre and post disaster legal check list.

Abby Ivey is an associate at Aronfeld Trial Lawyers where she represents injured clients in accident cases against all the major cruise lines, including Carnival and Royal Caribbean. She is a graduate of the University of Florida Levin College of Law, and received her B.A. in History from Florida International University.

Phil Kabler - University of Florida Levin Law School Professor who specializes in Small Businesses. 

 Ela M. Hernandez - is an associate at Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris Ledva & Meyers, LLP’s Miami, Florida office where she represents a broad range of clients including insurance carriers, insureds and self-insured entities in a variety of litigated matters including premises and professional liability, coverage disputes, and construction defect amongst others. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Hernandez focused her practice on homeowners first-party litigation, at first representing policyholders and later defending insurance carriers. 

Bob Butts -  is a partner at the Gainesville law firm of Warner, Sechrest & Butts, P.A.  His background is diverse as a construction law expert, a certified general contractor, and a published author.  Mr. Butts assists clients in the areas of construction law, real estate law, business law, and personal injury.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults (19 and up) |

EVENT TYPE: | Business, Finance, & Law |

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Headquarters Library

Phone: 352-334-3900

Hours
Mon, Jan 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jan 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 02 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Headquarters Library provides access to resources and services in the City of Gainesville and surrounding areas.  It also serves as the headquarters of Alachua County Library District.

Upcoming events

Cancelled
Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 3:45pm
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.

Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.

Rescheduled
Sat, Feb 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Saturday, February 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.

Sun, Feb 02, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as a character that you created or... more
Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as a character that you created or as one provided at the game.

Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.

Mon, Feb 03, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Mon, Feb 03, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Foundation Room
Watch a new movie from the library's collection.

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming. 

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Foundation Room
Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with... more
Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with lived experience.

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 5:15pm
Plaza Area
The BloodMobile will be at the library taking donations. Give local, save local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Celebrate Black History Month with crafts and activities inspired by the work of influential Black scientists.

Cancelled
Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us in the Storywoods Room this winter for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more
Join us in the Storywoods Room this winter for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented advancing our knowledge of all things crochet. Please bring... more
Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented advancing our knowledge of all things crochet. Please bring your own supplies

Cancelled
Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 3:45pm
Foundation Room,Plaza Area
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us every Saturday afternoon for Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Come meet the acclaimed author of 'All Her Little Secrets", Wanda Morris, during a book discussion and author talk. This event is... more
Come meet the acclaimed author of 'All Her Little Secrets", Wanda Morris, during a book discussion and author talk. This event is co-sponsored by the Opinionated Ladies Book Club.

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Orientation for new Literacy Program Volunteers

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more
Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.

Sun, Feb 09, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Storywoods Room
Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of... more
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.

Sun, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Drop-in help session where patrons learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow electronic items.

Cancelled
Sun, Feb 09, 2:15pm - 4:45pm
SEBRC Board Meeting

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 2:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers provide free income tax preparation.

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Area
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend.

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Interested in drawing or painting? Making zines or jewelry? Come try out new art techniques and have fun with new friends!

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Storywoods Room
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners and experienced sewists welcome.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Foundation Room
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep.

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own... more
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own creativity!

Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room D
Practice to improve reading skills and confidence!

Cancelled
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 3:45pm
Foundation Room,Plaza Area
Free primary health care consultations and treatment in a mobile clinic sponsored by the University of Florida College of Medicine.

Rescheduled
Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, February 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us every Saturday afternoon for Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

Fri, Feb 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.