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Monday June 23 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Monday June 23 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Monday June 23 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Ocean Adventures
Learn more about common and mythical sea creatures through songs, crafts, and activities.
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Monday June 23 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101
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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Monday June 23 11:00am - 1:30pm EDT
Movie Monday
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
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Monday June 23 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
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Monday June 23 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Scams, Schemes & Frauds
Learn about the top reported scams and how not to become a victim
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Monday June 23 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Conversation Club
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
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Monday June 23 1:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Monday June 23 1:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Teen D&D: Team A
You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be a little more difficult than you expected, though.
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Monday June 23 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Cartoons and Crafts
Come join us every Monday as we watch popular cartoons, chat, and craft together!
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Monday June 23 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Battle of the Books 2025 - Team Meeting
Team preparation for the big, Battle of the Books.
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Monday June 23 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Beginners English Conversation Club
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.
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Tuesday June 24 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Tuesday June 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time
It's Story Time! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
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Tuesday June 24 10:30am - 2:30pm EDT
Community Resource Navigator
The High Springs Branch hosts the Community Resource Navigator from the Partnership for Strong Families, Inc.
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Tuesday June 24 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Sensory Adventures
Join us as we learn through play
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Tuesday June 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Music and Movement
Come jam out and dance with your little one!
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Tuesday June 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby Time
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
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Tuesday June 24 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Job Club
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
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Tuesday June 24 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Music and Movement
Join us every Tuesday for a musical morning! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.
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Tuesday June 24 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Drop-In Technology Assistance
Need some help figuring out technology? Come see us at the Alachua Branch for some help!
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Tuesday June 24 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
English for Families
Learn English with your family!
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Tuesday June 24 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Adult Board Gaming
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
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Tuesday June 24 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
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Tuesday June 24 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Baby Time
Come sing and learn with your littlest littles.
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Tuesday June 24 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Making Music with Makey Makey
Let's Makey Makey some music. Using some craft materials and the Makey Makey invention kit, create a musical instrument.
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Tuesday June 24 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Snapology
Come join us as we bring Minecraft to life using LEGO bricks. Create your own world, including your own Minecraft character.
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Tuesday June 24 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Computer Help Drop-In
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.
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Tuesday June 24 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Scams, Schemes & Frauds
Learn about the top reported scams and how not to become a victim.
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Tuesday June 24 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hawthorne Hub
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts, MakerSpace, board & card games, video games, and more!
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Tuesday June 24 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Gaming
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
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Tuesday June 24 3:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons: Battle Royal
A special summer D&D event! Tweens and teens can explore combat in Dungeons & Dragons while learning from an experienced Dungeon Master.
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Tuesday June 24 4:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Stitchcraft for Adults
Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners and experienced sewists welcome.
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Tuesday June 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
BOTB Practice
Team practice meeting
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Tuesday June 24 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
CreateSpace
Make your own customized friendship bracelets to wear or trade with your friends.
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Tuesday June 24 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Spanish Conversation Club
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
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Wednesday June 25 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
BOTB Read-In
Read as a team
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Wednesday June 25 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Music & Movement 10:15
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
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Wednesday June 25 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Enjoy rhymes, puppets, and interactive play.
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Wednesday June 25 10:30am - 2:00pm EDT
Community Resource Navigator
An experienced Community Resource Navigator (CRN) will be on-site to guide you through the process of meeting your basic financial needs and building supportive social connections.
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Wednesday June 25 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
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Wednesday June 25 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101
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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Wednesday June 25 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue. Also answering patrons questions while studying for the GED.
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Wednesday June 25 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Music & Movement 11:00
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
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Wednesday June 25 11:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Wednesday June 25 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Tower Road Book Club
Meet your neighbors and enjoy book discussions in a friendly environment.
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Wednesday June 25 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Job Club
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
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Wednesday June 25 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
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Wednesday June 25 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Non-Traditional Book Club
We have a book for you.
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Wednesday June 25 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
UF HealthStreet
HealthStreet is a community engagement program from the University of Florida that focuses on research, outreach, and community needs and services.
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Wednesday June 25 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Knitting Circle
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
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Wednesday June 25 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Kid Gaming
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
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Wednesday June 25 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Read with a Dog
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!
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Wednesday June 25 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Free Writing Group: for Adults
Join us for a 30 minute session of free writing.
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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
MakerSpace
Come join us for an adventurous fun making unique art using marble painting technique and painting with leaves
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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
One-on-One Computer Assistance
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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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
LegoSpace
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Theatre Club
Join us as we have fun with improv, scene study and more!
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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Page Turners: Book Club for Adults
Waldo's adult book club.
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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Art Club
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.
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Wednesday June 25 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
The Fold
Monthly origami club/class
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Wednesday June 25 3:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
STREAMtime
Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math
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Wednesday June 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen/Tween Book Club
Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!
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Wednesday June 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
The Writers' Club
A new writing club for adults has formed in Archer.
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Wednesday June 25 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
One-on-One Computer Assistance
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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Wednesday June 25 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
To Behold
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
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Wednesday June 25 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025. Adult Chess Club is on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
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Thursday June 26 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Conversation Club
Make virtual connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club. Join us on Zoom- Thursdays at 10 a.m.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Thursday June 26 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.
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Thursday June 26 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Story Time
Join us for fun with art, music, science, stories, and more
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Thursday June 26 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Music & Movement
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
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Thursday June 26 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby Time
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
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Thursday June 26 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Orisirisi
Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Music & Movement at the Park
Join us at the Hogtown Creek Headwaters Park, inside the Nature Center to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Job Club
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Learning Libby
Want to download eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines onto your tablet, Kindle, or phone? Bring your device and we'll teach you how.
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Community Resource Navigator
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library
Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy!
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Thursday June 26 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.
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Thursday June 26 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Intro to 3D Printing
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
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Thursday June 26 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
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Thursday June 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
SHINE Medicare Counseling
Free, unbiased, confidential one-on-one Medicare counseling provided by trained Medicare counselors.
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Thursday June 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
BOTB Practice
Team practice meeting
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Kid Time
Join us for games, arts and crafts projects, and MakerSpace explorations.
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Scams, Schemes, & Frauds
Learn about the top reported scams and how not to become a victim.
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer Art Sessions
Come make art with us! Well be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of art history and exploring our own creativity!
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Orisirisi
Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Read with a Dog
Join us in the childrens area every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for our Read with a Dog program.
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
GamerSpace
Join us for video games, table top games, or just stop by to talk about gaming with other patrons!
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Thursday June 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
ArtSpace: Ceramic Painting
Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.
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Thursday June 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Archer Book Club
New time! The Archer Book Club (ABC) is back! Meetings are the fourth Thursday of every month (subject to change during the holiday season).
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Thursday June 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Gaming
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
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Thursday June 26 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Thursday June 26 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Graphic Novel Book Club
Join us for fun, lively discussions at the Hawthorne Branch Library! Share your favorites and what you're currently reading with other fans of graphic novels and manga.
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Thursday June 26 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
One-on-One Computer Assistance
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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Thursday June 26 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Stitch & Dish
Meet and chat while you work on your latest fiber arts project.
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Friday June 27 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 11:45am EDT
Conversation Club
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club at the Millhopper Branch on Fridays at 10 a.m.
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Micanopy Craft 'n' Quilt - Come Craft with Us!
Learn a new craft with us at the Micanopy Branch!
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Adult Summer Crafts: July 4th Clothespin Wreath
Join us for a craft session to create July 4th or Summer wreaths out of clothespins. All materials provided.
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Orisirisi
Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Morning Movie
Start off your day with a good movie! Movies are rated G or PG for friendly viewing.
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Friday June 27 1:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Friday June 27 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Stitch & Chat
Meet and chat while you work on your latest project.
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Friday June 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
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Friday June 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TinkerSpace
Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration!
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Friday June 27 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Orisirisi
Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.
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Friday June 27 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Battle of the Books Meeting
Meeting for the Battle of the Books Headquarters team.
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Friday June 27 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Spanish Conversation Club
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
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Saturday June 28 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Music and Movement
Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Saturday Story Time
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!
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Saturday Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing in this Summer at the Library adventure! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. There will be stories, music, movement, rhymes and more!
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time at the Library
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!
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library
Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy!
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Saturday June 28 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Open Studio! These are weekly self-guided printmaking projects in the CreateSpace.
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Saturday June 28 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Weaving Community
Work together with other crafters to create a small temporary exhibit at Library Partnership branch.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Explore Archer's Night Sky
With this colorful and out-of-the-world art project, you'll bring your own planet to vibrant, glowing life!
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Sourdough Bread Baking
Joe Pierce from Mosswood Bake House will teach the community how to bake sourdough bread.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
GED Study Sessions
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.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
ArtSpace: Ceramic Painting
Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.
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Saturday June 28 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Mah-Jongg with Robin
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.
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Saturday June 28 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Scams, Schemes & Frauds
Learn about the top reported scams and how not to become a victim.
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Sunday June 29 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Sunday June 29 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Sunday June 29 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
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Sunday June 29 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Chess Club
Join the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play or challenge a friend to a game.
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Sunday June 29 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Mah-Jongg with Robin
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.
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Sunday June 29 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Adult Summer Camp
Enjoy programs geared towards adults all summer long at our Adult Summer Camp 2025.
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Monday June 30 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Monday June 30 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Monday June 30 10:30am - 2:30pm EDT
Community Resource Navigator
The Community Resource Navigator will help find resources for you and you family.
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Monday June 30 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Quite a Catch
Prepare to be amazed and entertained with a juggler who is dressed to impress! Ron Anglin is a professional clown and juggler.
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Monday June 30 11:00am - 1:30pm EDT
Movie Monday
Relax and enjoy a different movie each week while meeting new people.
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Monday June 30 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Orisirisi
Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.
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Monday June 30 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Conversation Club
Make connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club.
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Monday June 30 1:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Teen D&D: Team A
You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be a little more difficult than you expected, though.
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Monday June 30 1:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Open Studio
Open Studio provides a dedicated time for experienced makers to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use the equipment with little or no assistance.
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Monday June 30 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Quite a Catch
Prepare to be amazed and entertained with a juggler who is dressed to impress! Ron Anglin is a professional clown and juggler.
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Monday June 30 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Cartoons and Crafts
Come join us every Monday as we watch popular cartoons, chat, and craft together!
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Monday June 30 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Orisirisi
Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling.
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Monday June 30 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
All About Snakes
Get ready to slither into the fascinating world ofsnakes!
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Monday June 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Make-It Monday
Come learn the basics of crochet! Registration is required.
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Monday June 30 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Beginners English Conversation Club
A casual conversation club for beginner-level English learners to practice speaking with each other, facilitated by staff/volunteer. Meets weekly, no registration or commitment required.
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Tuesday July 1 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Tuesday July 1 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Tuesday July 1 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Tuesday July 1 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Tuesday July 1 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Tuesday July 1 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Tuesday July 1 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Tuesday July 1 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Sensory Adventures
Join us as we learn through play
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Tuesday July 1 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby Time
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.
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Tuesday July 1 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Music and Movement
Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your little ones!
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Tuesday July 1 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time
It's Story Time! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
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Tuesday July 1 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Animal Tales
Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program!
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Tuesday July 1 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Music and Movement
Join us every Tuesday for a musical morning! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills.
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Tuesday July 1 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Adult Board Gaming
Come and play board games such as Scrabble, Risk, Ticket to Ride and more!
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Tuesday July 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
BOTB Practice
Team practice meeting
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Tuesday July 1 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Introduction to micro:bit
Learn about the micro:bit computer and how to get started with block coding.
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Tuesday July 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Millhopper Book Club
Come enjoy discussing newer fiction and nonfiction titles. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.
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Tuesday July 1 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
UF HealthStreet
HealthStreet is a community engagement program from the University of Florida that focuses on research, outreach, and community needs & services.
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Tuesday July 1 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Computer Help Drop-In
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.
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Tuesday July 1 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Animal Tales
Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program!
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Tuesday July 1 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Gaming
Challenge your friends and test your skills! Enjoy friendly competition and exciting adventures playing video games.
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Tuesday July 1 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hawthorne Hub
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts, MakerSpace, board & card games, video games, and more!
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Tuesday July 1 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Skill Issue
Our Skill Issue series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the world on your own!
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Tuesday July 1 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Spanish Conversation Club
Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.
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Tuesday July 1 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
Enchanted Pages Book Club
Join our book club every first Tuesday at 6 p.m. to read and discuss popular fantasy and romance novels. This month, the book we will be discussing is "Morbidly Yours" by Ivy Fairbanks.
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Wednesday July 2 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
BOTB Read-In
Read as a team
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Wednesday July 2 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Music & Movement 10:15
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
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Wednesday July 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Enjoy rhymes, puppets, and interactive play.
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Wednesday July 2 10:30am - 2:00pm EDT
Community Resource Navigator
An experienced Community Resource Navigator (CRN) will be on-site to guide you through the process of meeting your basic financial needs and building supportive social connections.
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Wednesday July 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.
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Wednesday July 2 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Basic Computer Help Drop-In & GED help
Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting help working out computer issue. Also answering patrons questions while studying for the GED.
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Wednesday July 2 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Music & Movement 11:00
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program.
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Wednesday July 2 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Magically Ever After
Enjoy a fabulous magic show with James Songster and his bunny sidekick, ChaChing, the Amazing Bunny!
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Wednesday July 2 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Job Club
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
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Wednesday July 2 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Non-Traditional Book Club
We have a book for you.
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Wednesday July 2 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
The People's Book Club
An all-inclusive monthly reading club.
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Wednesday July 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Kid Gaming
Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!
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Wednesday July 2 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Knitting Circle
Join our weekly needlework group on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch.
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Wednesday July 2 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Read with a Dog
Join us every Wednesday. Our therapy dog loves to hear a good story!
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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Rigamajig Engineering
Engineer and explore with our Rigamajig building set.
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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Theatre Club
Join us as we have fun with improv, scene study and more!
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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer at the Library: Magically Ever After
Enjoy a fabulous magic show with James Songster and his bunny sidekick, ChaChing, the Amazing Bunny!
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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
One-on-One Computer Assistance
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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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
LegoSpace
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Art Club
Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity.
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Wednesday July 2 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Drawing Club
Come hang out and draw with new friends
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Wednesday July 2 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Read with a Dog
Therapy dogs love to be read to, so bring in your favorite book to read or choose one of ours.
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Wednesday July 2 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Mario Kart Tournament
Join us for a special edition of Teen Gaming. Bring your friends and compete in our Mario Kart 8 tournament on the Nintendo Switch. Who will take home the trophy?
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Wednesday July 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Gaming
Join us in the Teen Space for some fun Nintendo Switch gaming.
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Wednesday July 2 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
To Behold
Learn about homelessness in Alachua County and help create simple crafts to donate.
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Wednesday July 2 5:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Justice Impacted Collaborative
Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with lived experience.
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Wednesday July 2 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
One-on-One Computer Assistance
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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Thursday July 3 All Day
Butterfly Scavenger Hunt
Can you find the library butterflies? Ask at the circulation desk for an idenification guide to begin your search.
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Explore Archer Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Explore Archer tracker with a map to have fun with this self-guided tour of Archer and collect stickers for all 10 historic sites!
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge.
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Write It Out!
All summer long, stop by the Teen Room and visit our Write It Out journaling station!
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Pokédex Scavenger Hunt
Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt!
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Conversation Club
Make virtual connections and increase your English fluency at Conversation Club. Join us on Zoom- Thursdays at 10 a.m.
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Art Sparks
Need a creative break? Stop by the Art Sparks station in the Teen Room anytime!
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
ARC Discovery DIY
These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer.
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Thursday July 3 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Story Time
Join us for fun with art, music, science, stories, and more
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Thursday July 3 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby Time
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
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Thursday July 3 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Music and Movement
Toddlers and preschool age children will enjoy music, dance, and play while bonding with their caregivers.
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Thursday July 3 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch.
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Thursday July 3 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Music & Movement
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.
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Thursday July 3 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time
Join us at the Alachua Branch for Storytime!
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Thursday July 3 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Job Club
Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.
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Thursday July 3 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time
Bring toddlers and preschoolers every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.
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Thursday July 3 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time
Join us at the Micanopy Library for a fun Story Time.
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Thursday July 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Writing Your Life Story
For those who are interested in writing their life story for family and friends. Come share ideas and get encouragement from others.
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Thursday July 3 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
BOTB Practice
Team practice meeting
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Thursday July 3 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Read with a Dog
Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story.
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Thursday July 3 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Sunprints
Create a unique print with the help of the sun! Learn about the cyanotype method of photography and how it creates stunning blue prints.
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Thursday July 3 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer STEAM
Join us in the Storywoods Room this summer for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday well have new science and art projects inspired by seasonal themes.
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Thursday July 3 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Read with a Dog
Come join us and read to Peaches the therapy dog! Develop your love for reading with our furry friend and her handler.
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Thursday July 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
ArtSpace: DIY Constellations
Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.
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Thursday July 3 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Crocheting For Adults
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
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Thursday July 3 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Bookish Sort Book Club
Join us for lively discussions of fiction and nonfiction titles selected by participants in this vibrant, member-led group!
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Thursday July 3 5:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
Board Game Cafe
Do you enjoy solving mysteries, and saving the world from zombies? Come learn new board games and play classic ones in the meeting room! You are welcome to come alone or in a group.
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Thursday July 3 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
One-on-One Computer Assistance
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.