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S.T.E.A.M

Come join us for science, technology, engineering, art, and more.

Do you enjoy being creative, exploring technology, and playing with gadgets?  Well we have tons of options for you to choose from.  Each week we will offer a different activity.  Please feel free to contact our branch to find out what we will be doing next.
Sample of upcoming possible activities include but not limited to:
Ozobots
Lego Mindstorm
Felt pushie projects
Little Bits
Snap circuits
Perler Beads
Makey Makey projects
Cubelet kits
Button making
Straws and Connectors
Various craft projects
And more!

​​Don't forget to mark your calendars for our extra special S.T.E.A.M event September 5th and October 3rd when we will be hosting IFAS, who will be providing a cooking class demonstration!


Geared toward ages 10 through 18.

Alachua Branch

Phone: 386-462-2592
Branch manager
Daniel Cespedes

Hours
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We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to Veterans Day Holiday
Mon, Nov 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 Closed
(Veterans Day Holiday)
Thu, Nov 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 15 12:00PM to 5:00PM

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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Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.

Sat, Nov 14, 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!

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learning Center
Are you preparing for the GED, or are you pre-GED looking to practice basic skills while getting some motivation and support? Come join... more
Are you preparing for the GED, or are you pre-GED looking to practice basic skills while getting some motivation and support? Come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher..

Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Learning Center
Learning what credit is, why credit is important, how to build credit and tips on healthy credit habits.

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learning Center
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.

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a bimonthly comedy class on the first and third Tuesday of the month! Whether you are new to stand-up or a seasoned... more
Join us for a bimonthly comedy class on the first and third Tuesday of the month! Whether you are new to stand-up or a seasoned professional, join us for an hour of laughter.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

Wed, Nov 18, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dogs loves to hear a good story!

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for fun crafts, games, and activities!

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.

Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learning Center
Are you preparing for the GED, or are you pre-GED looking to practice basic skills while getting some motivation and support? Come join... more
Are you preparing for the GED, or are you pre-GED looking to practice basic skills while getting some motivation and support? Come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher..

Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Learning Center
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and your family.

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn through play

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Learning Center
Need some help figuring out technology? Come see us at the Alachua Branch for some help!

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

Wed, Nov 25, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Snuggle-Up Center
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dogs loves to hear a good story!

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for fun crafts, games, and activities!