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Gaming

For Kids

Come play Nintendo Wii games with us!

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

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming |

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Millhopper Branch
Phone: 352-334-1272
Branch manager
Chiquita Quirin
Hours
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Mon, Jun 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 27 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 28 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Millhopper Branch Library provides access to resources and services in Northwest Gainesville and surrounding areas.

Upcoming events

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Battle of the Books 2026 - Team Meeting - Millhopper Team
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room B
Team preparation for the big, Battle of the Books.
Storm Ready Story Time - Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Join us for stories, crafts and preparedness for the whole family with Alachua County Emergency Management!
Story Time - In the Library
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
It's Story Time! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Job Club
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Room B
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
LegoSpace
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Room A,Room B
We provide the Legos, and you provide the imagination. Come build awesome Lego structures with other kids in the library!
Music & Movement 10:15
Wed, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Music & Movement 11:00
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Room A,Room B
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
Knitting Circle
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and... more
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and library databases.
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Kid Gaming
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
Baby Time
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
Summer Break Movie Matinee - The Pout Pout Fish
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Want to beat the heat during Summer Break? Join us for an afternoon viewing of The Pout Pout Fish. Rated PG for mild action and rude humor.
Create a Vision Board
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Room A
Create a vision board
Conversation Club - Adult English Language Learners
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:45am
Room A
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
TinkerSpace
Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration!
America 250: Patriotic Pebble Painting
Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Room A,Room B
Learn a new craft every month. We will provide the materials, you bring your creativity.
Saturday Story Time
Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Area
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!
Mandalas for All - Mandala Art Journaling
Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Room A,Room B
Learn about mandalas and universal shapes and relax with some art time with Evelyn Gretchen
Mah-Jongg with Robin
Sat, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Room A
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and... more
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and challenging game! Registration required.
Chess Club
Sun, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Teen Room
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.
Mah-Jongg with Robin
Sun, Jun 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Room A
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and... more
Are you a beginning Mah-Jongg player or just need a refresher? Come to the Millhopper Branch to learn how to play this fun and challenging game! Registration required.
Fiber Arts Fun for Kids
Mon, Jun 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Room A,Room B
Dive into creative exploration with yarn art!
SOE: Site Survey
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Room A,Room B
Site Survey
Story Time - In the Library
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
It's Story Time! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Summer at the Library: Wild Wonders
Tue, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A,Room B
Come explore and experience extraordinary reptile encounters, and learn about their world.
America 250: Music & Movement - 10:15 am
Wed, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Room A,Room B
Join us for a special Music & Movement celebrating America’s 250th birthday!
America 250: Music & Movement - 11:00 am
Wed, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Room A,Room B
Join us for a special Music & Movement celebrating America’s 250th birthday!
Knitting Circle
Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room B
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and... more
You have the opportunity to spend up to one (1) hour with a library staff member who will assist you with basic computer questions and library databases.
Kid Gaming
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
Baby Time
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
Upcycle Into Space
Thu, Jul 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Room A
Explore the stars with your own spaceship made from plastic bottles!
Writing Your Life Story
Thu, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Room B
For those who are interested in writing their life story for family and friends. Come share ideas and get encouragement from others.
Read with a Dog
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story.
America 250: [Stars and Stripes] - Create a Red, White, and Blue Bracelet
Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Room A
Join us to celebrate the United States Semiquincentennial and create a red, white, and blue bracelet. All supplies are provided.
Chess Club
Sun, Jul 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Teen Room
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.
Battle of the Books 2026 - Team Meeting - Millhopper Team
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room
Team preparation for the big, Battle of the Books.
Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101 - Santa Fe Zoo
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A,Room B
Join the zookeepers for a 30-minute program and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about the incredible traits... more
Join the zookeepers for a 30-minute program and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about the incredible traits animals have to survive in their homes.
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