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Author Series- Chris Bohjalian

The Red Lotus

Bestselling author Chris Bohjalian will present his latest novel The Red Lotus.

Headquarters Branch
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
We're closed Tuesday April 07
We're closed Wednesday April 08
We're closed Thursday April 09
We're closed Friday April 10
We're closed Saturday April 11
We're closed Sunday April 12
Mon, Apr 06 Closed
Tue, Apr 07 Closed
Wed, Apr 08 Closed
Thu, Apr 09 Closed
Fri, Apr 10 Closed
Sat, Apr 11 Closed
Sun, Apr 12 Closed
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About the library

The Headquarters Branch 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

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Toddler Time
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stories, music, and lots of fun for toddler-aged children and their caregivers.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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ESOL Open Enrollment
Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
ESOL Open Enrollment - Sign up for ESOL classes (English) at the library - Tuesdays 11 am - 2 pm. Meetings will take place in the... more
ESOL Open Enrollment - Sign up for ESOL classes (English) at the library - Tuesdays 11 am - 2 pm. Meetings will take place in the Literacy office. Last intake is at 1:45 pm. More info: 334-3920
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Tue, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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Read with a Dog
Tue, Apr 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Read a story to a friendly therapy dog at the Read with a Dog Program, every first and third Tuesday afternoon of each month!
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Sew X-tra - Cross Stitch Club
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Want to learn a craft but aren't very crafty? Try cross stitch! If you can make an "x" then you can do it! Join us 1st & 3rd Tuesdays... more
Want to learn a craft but aren't very crafty? Try cross stitch! If you can make an "x" then you can do it! Join us 1st & 3rd Tuesdays to try your hand at something new and fun!
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Advanced English Conversation Class
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required. ESOL Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11 am -2 pm at Headquarters. For more info: 352-334-3920 or... more
Registration Required. ESOL Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11 am -2 pm at Headquarters. For more info: 352-334-3920 or jmerritt@aclib.us
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Storytime - OFFSITE at Santa Fe Zoo
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
3000 NW 83 Street
Join librarians @ Santa Fe College Zoo on the second Wednesday of every month at 10:00am for stories about all kinds of animals and... more
Join librarians @ Santa Fe College Zoo on the second Wednesday of every month at 10:00am for stories about all kinds of animals and other friendly creatures.
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Music and Movement
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for a program of songs, music, and movement every Wednesday.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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Tonewood Family Music
Wed, Apr 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Nurture musical growth in your child as you experience music together. Serious learning disguised as ridiculous fun!
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Puppet-Making Workshop: a Wallaby Wednesdays Special Event
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Make your own puppets and use them to perform a story in this workshop for children.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Apr 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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Wallaby Wednesdays - Afternoon fun for kids
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us in the Storywoods Room every Wednesday for afternoon fun.
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Pension Advisory Committee Meeting
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pension Advisory Committee Meeting
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Kid Gaming
Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come play Wii or Switch games in the Storywoods Room every Wednesday afternoon.
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Girls Who Code
Wed, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen and Tween girls learn about computer programming and game design.
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SewingSpace: Fidget Quilt
Wed, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to sew a fidget quilt. Participants will have the option to keep their blanket, or blankets may be donated to the library for... more
Learn how to sew a fidget quilt. Participants will have the option to keep their blanket, or blankets may be donated to the library for programs designed for patrons with Alzheimer's and dementia.
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Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
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Babytime
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays for babies and infants. Caregivers should supply one lap per baby for this highly interactive... more
Stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays for babies and infants. Caregivers should supply one lap per baby for this highly interactive program.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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Tabletop Gaming for Teens
Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teens come play tabletop/board games with your favorite Headquarters staff on the 1st and 2nd Thursdays of every month!
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Basic ESOL Class
Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Basic/Beginning ESOL class. Registration Required. ESOL Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11 am -2 pm at Headquarters. For more info:... more
Basic/Beginning ESOL class. Registration Required. ESOL Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11 am -2 pm at Headquarters. For more info: 352-334-3920 or jmerritt@aclib.us
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Spring Music Series - Folk Singer Sofia Talvik
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
From Sweden, Sofia Talvik, will perform her beautiful folk songs.
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Amrit Yoga with Veda
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Open to all ages and experience. Comfortable clothing, yoga mat, light blanket recommended. Instructor is Veda Lewis.
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My Favorite Crime Book Club - Murder on Birchleaf Drive
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Do you love a good who-dun-it? Join others with a passion for true crime at this book club.
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Coloring for Families
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Relax and enjoy fun for the whole family! Coloring sheets for kids and adults as well as crayons and colored pencils will be provided.
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Storytime - OFFSITE at Depot Park
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join library staff for Storytime @ Depot Park starting at 10:00 AM on the 2nd Friday of each month. We will share stories and songs... more
Join library staff for Storytime @ Depot Park starting at 10:00 AM on the 2nd Friday of each month. We will share stories and songs about animals, friends, family, seasons, colors, sports and more.
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Preschool Prep Academy
Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
This is a fun program with stories and activities, to help prepare preschoolers for elementary school.
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Lunch Break Yoga - with Kate Motto
Fri, Apr 10, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Take a break with yoga! Class is 45-minutes long. A yoga mat, towel, and comfortable clothing are recommended.
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LEGOspace
Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library
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Saturday Morning Movie
Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Screening a movie celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2020.
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Movie for Kids - Saturday Afternoon Kid's Movie
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for a family-friendly movie every Saturday in the Headquarter's children's department.
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Library Closed: Headquarters
Sun, Apr 12, All day
All library locations will be closed, but you can still access our website and online services at www.aclib.us
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RE-Entry Resume and E-mail Assistance
Mon, Apr 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm
This program will assist patrons enrolled in the RE-Entry Conference with creating resumes and e-mails.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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One-on-One Computer Assistance
Mon, Apr 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
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Movies and Crafts - Teen Movie Mondays
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us every Monday in the Teen Space for Teen Movie Mondays. We'll watch a movie and make some crafts!
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Teen Book Club
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens and tweens gather to discuss popular YA books.
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RE-Entry Resume and E-mail Assistance
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
This program will assist patrons enrolled in the RE-Entry Conference with creating resumes and e-mails.
Canceled
Toddler Time
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stories, music, and lots of fun for toddler-aged children and their caregivers.
Canceled
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
Canceled
ESOL Open Enrollment
Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
ESOL Open Enrollment - Sign up for ESOL classes (English) at the library - Tuesdays 11 am - 2 pm. Meetings will take place in the... more
ESOL Open Enrollment - Sign up for ESOL classes (English) at the library - Tuesdays 11 am - 2 pm. Meetings will take place in the Literacy office. Last intake is at 1:45 pm. More info: 334-3920
Canceled
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Tue, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with all of your computer questions.
Canceled
Teen Crafts - Sew Simple for Teens
Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teens join us the 2nd Tuesday of every month to learn and try a simple craft! We'll try things like crochet, knitting, loom weaving,... more
Teens join us the 2nd Tuesday of every month to learn and try a simple craft! We'll try things like crochet, knitting, loom weaving, cross stitch, and more! Beginners welcome! Materials provided!
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Advanced English Conversation Class
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required. ESOL Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11 am -2 pm at Headquarters. For more info: 352-334-3920 or... more
Registration Required. ESOL Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11 am -2 pm at Headquarters. For more info: 352-334-3920 or jmerritt@aclib.us
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