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Author Series- Chris Bohjalian

The Red Lotus
2020-03-21 14:30:00 2020-03-21 17:00:00 America/New_York Author Series- Chris Bohjalian Headquarters Branch

Saturday, March 21
2:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-03-21 14:30:00 2020-03-21 17:00:00 America/New_York Author Series- Chris Bohjalian Bestselling author Chris Bohjalian will present his latest novel The Red Lotus. Headquarters Branch

Headquarters Branch

Meeting Room A

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

Headquarters Branch
Phone: 352-334-3900
Hours
Mon, Nov 11 Closed
(Veterans Day Observed Holiday)
Tue, Nov 12 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 13 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 14 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 15 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 16 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 17 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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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

Canceled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Wed, Nov 13, 9:30am - 4:00pm
The clinic has temporarily moved to Gainesville Community Ministries at 238 SW 4th Ave.
Music and Movement
Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us for a program of songs, music, and movement every Wednesday.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Nov 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.
Tonewood Family Music
Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Storywoods Room
Nurture musical growth in your child as you experience music together. Serious learning disguised as ridiculous fun!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Nov 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.
Wallaby Wednesdays - Afternoon fun for kids
Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Storywoods Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room every Wednesday for afternoon fun.
Kid Gaming
Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storywoods Room
Come play Wii or Switch games in the Storywoods Room every Wednesday afternoon.
Foundation Board Meeting
Wed, Nov 13, 5:15pm - 7:00pm
Foundation Room
Foundation Board
Girls Who Code
Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space
In a partnership with UF, a group of Computer Science students come in and provide free coding classes and activities for girls 10-17.
Babytime
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
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.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Nov 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.
Governing Board Meeting
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Alachua County Library District Governing Board
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Thu, Nov 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.
Tabletop Gaming for Teens
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
Teens come play tabletop/board games with your favorite Headquarters staff on the 1st and 2nd Thursdays of every month!
Basic ESOL Class
Thu, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
No walk-ins. Students must first register - (Tuesdays, 11 am - 2 pm, Headquarters). See "ESOL Open Enrollment" in the events calendar.... more
No walk-ins. Students must first register - (Tuesdays, 11 am - 2 pm, Headquarters). See "ESOL Open Enrollment" in the events calendar. 352-334-3920 or jmerritt@aclib.us for more info.
Amrit Yoga with Veda
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A
Open to all ages and experience. Comfortable clothing, yoga mat, light blanket recommended. Instructor is Veda Lewis.
My Favorite Crime Book Club - Killer Clown
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Foundation Room
Do you love a good who-dun-it? Join others with a passion for true crime at this book club.
Coloring for Families
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Services Area
Relax and enjoy fun for the whole family! Coloring sheets for kids and adults as well as crayons and colored pencils will be provided.
Elsa's Arts and Crafts for Adults
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B
A guided tour to making art pieces using oil pastels. All supplies are provided and no experience necessary.
Lunch Break Yoga - with Kate Motto
Fri, Nov 15, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Meeting Room A
Take a break with yoga! Class is 45-minutes long. A yoga mat, towel, and comfortable clothing are recommended.
LEGOspace
Fri, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storywoods Room
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library
Teen Book Club
Fri, Nov 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space
In Middle or High School? You're invited to join Teen Book Club!
Sensory Storytime
Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Storywoods Room
Join us for a special storytime created in cooperation with the Center for Autism Related Disorders (CARD).
SEWINGspace: Holiday Gifts
Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join us at Headquarters Library to sew projects that can be used for gift giving for the holidays or for other occasions. Each month is... more
Join us at Headquarters Library to sew projects that can be used for gift giving for the holidays or for other occasions. Each month is a different project.
This event is full
Movie for Kids - Saturday Afternoon Kid's Movie
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storywoods Room
Join us for a family-friendly movie every Saturday in the Headquarter's children's department.
Canceled
Poetry of Raga Makeda Cannon - Under the Spell of God-Poems for the Lord's Pleasure
Sat, Nov 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Cannon will present her book of poems and sing songs that relate to her poetic themes.
NaNoWriMo Write-In
Sun, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Foundation Room
Write-in for National Novel Writing Month, or anyone who wants to write alone together.
Stitch and Chat - It's Sew Fun!
Sun, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
Drop in to hang out and chat while you work on your sewing project. Sewing machines, embroidery machine and other hand sewing or... more
Drop in to hang out and chat while you work on your sewing project. Sewing machines, embroidery machine and other hand sewing or crafting materials will be available. All skill levels welcome.
Canceled
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Third Monday Crafting Club
Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B
If you like to craft, join us on the third Monday of each month (beginning in March ). Experience is necessary. Supplies will not be... more
If you like to craft, join us on the third Monday of each month (beginning in March ). Experience is necessary. Supplies will not be provided, but help can be given. Call Caroline at 352-334-3940
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Movies and Crafts - Teen Movie Mondays
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
Join us every Monday in the Teen Space for Teen Movie Mondays. We'll watch a movie and make some crafts!
Alachua County Genealogical Society - General Meeting
Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room B
We will examine the genealogy reference items located at Headquarters
Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Stories, music, and lots of fun for toddler-aged children and their caregivers.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
ESOL Open Enrollment
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Open Enrollment for ESOL classes (English learning) at the library - Tuesdays 11 am - 2 pm. Meetings will take place in the Literacy... more
Open Enrollment for ESOL classes (English learning) 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
Homeschool Art Experience - Homeschool Art Experience
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B
Homeschool students and their teachers are invited to create art and learn about featured artists.
Homeschool STEAM Class
Tue, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Teen Space
STEAM for Homeschoolers
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
This event is full
Read with a Dog
Tue, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Area
Read a story to a friendly therapy dog at the Read with a Dog Program, every first and third Tuesday afternoon of each month!
Sew X-tra - Cross Stitch Club
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Foundation Room
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 this Fall to try your hand at something new and fun!
Canceled
Advanced English Conversation Class
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Advanced English conversation class. Must first meet with Literacy Program staff. Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11-2 at... more
Advanced English conversation class. Must first meet with Literacy Program staff. Open Enrollment is on Tuesdays from 11-2 at Headquarters. For more info: 352-334-3920 or jmerritt@aclib.us
Between the Covers Romance Book Club - Under the Table by Stephanie Evanovich
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Foundation Room
A monthly book club featuring romance titles or fiction with a strong romantic element. The book for November is Under the Table by... more
A monthly book club featuring romance titles or fiction with a strong romantic element. The book for November is Under the Table by Stephanie Evanovich
Canceled
UF Mobile Outreach Clinic
Wed, Nov 20, 9:30am - 4:00pm
The clinic has temporarily moved to Gainesville Community Ministries at 238 SW 4th Ave.
Music and Movement
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storywoods Room
Join us for a program of songs, music, and movement every Wednesday.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
Elementary Art at the Library - Elementary Art at the Library
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Area
Enjoy a fun art-making activity with the Harn.
Canceled
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
Wallaby Wednesdays - Afternoon fun for kids
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Storywoods Room
Join us in the Storywoods Room every Wednesday for afternoon fun.
Kid Gaming
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storywoods Room
Come play Wii or Switch games in the Storywoods Room every Wednesday afternoon.
SEWINGspace: Holiday Gifts
Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Join us at Headquarters Library to sew projects that can be used for gift giving for the holidays or for other occasions. Each month is... more
Join us at Headquarters Library to sew projects that can be used for gift giving for the holidays or for other occasions. Each month is a different project.
This event is full
Girls Who Code
Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space
In a partnership with UF, a group of Computer Science students come in and provide free coding classes and activities for girls 10-17.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Foundation Room
Alachua County Library District Board of Trustees
Tax Talks with Holly Allen - Seniors
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A
Liberty Tax Specialist Holly Allen will cover what Seniors need to know including deductions and the new 1040.
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