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Journey to Juneteenth: Tha Cookout-A Juneteenth Fatherhood Celebration

Tha Cookout is a celebration of Black Unity and Fatherhood. There will be food, music, lawn games, card games, dancing ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Lincoln Park 900 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event

Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gsgateway.org
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Ocean Adventures

Dive into the ocean at the Library with activities, crafts, and tales about common and mythical sea creatures. You might ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters Branch (Youth Services Area, Meeting Room B) 401 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team A at Library Partnership Branch

You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:15 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Cartoons and Crafts

Come join us every Monday as we watch popular cartoons, chat, and craft together! This program uses popular cartoon series from ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Teen Space) 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event

Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gsgateway.org
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Library Partnership Resource Center: Books and Cooks

Free Books & Fun Activities! Our friends at Library Partnership Resource Center are teaming up with Books and Cooks and ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 912 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-3765
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Snapology-Minecraft Gaming

Come join us as we bring Minecraft to life using LEGO bricks. Create your own world, including your own Minecraft ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Battle Royal

A special summer D&D event! Tweens and teens can explore combat in Dungeons & Dragons while learning from an experienced ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Hal Brady Recreation Center Football Field 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

The Knot Climbing Gym Kids Climb Free

From now through July 31st, kids can climb free every Wednesday between 10 AM and 2 PM. Must be accompanied ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 704 S Main St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: Kids can climb free with adult with either a day pass or active membership
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Eco Buddies

Eco Buddies: hands-on education for toddlers and preschoolers. Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch (Large Meeting Room) 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Art Club

Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity. We provide materials for you to make any ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Meeting Room) 801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Theatre Club

Catch the acting bug as we have fun with improv, scene study and more!

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: STREAMtime-Princess in Black

Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math Come listen to a selection of our story, "The Princess in Black" by Shannon ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Teen/Tween Book Club

Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month! The Teen/Tween Book Club ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Teen Space) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Melrose United Methodist Church Summer Programming

Join us for unforgettable summer programming! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 5 pm-6 ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Youth Summer Wednesday Nights

We are a safe space, everyone is welcome! 9th-12th grade! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, ...

Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights

Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: heartwoodsoundstage.com
  • Category: Free

The World's Largest Swimming Lesson™!

Are you a mom or dad looking for a fun, memorable way to teach your kids about being safer in ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: Contact for details
  • Website: www.wlsl.org
  • Category: Free

Preschool Party Time

Thursdays in June, 9:30-11:30 am, all preschoolers and their parents are invited to a fun time of stories, crafts, games, ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Hawthorne’s Homecoming

It still takes a village. Hawthorne’s 93rd Homecoming! Family Event! Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 from 10 am-10 pm ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 21633 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library

Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit organization ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Orisirisi - African Folklore

Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling. For thousands ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: See schedule above
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: See schedule above
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: ArtSpace

Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: 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 ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:45 pm 
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch Meeting Room 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Hal Brady Recreation Center Football Field 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event

Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gsgateway.org
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Hawthorne’s Homecoming

It still takes a village. Hawthorne’s 93rd Homecoming! Family Event! Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 from 10 am-10 pm ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 21633 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Orisirisi - African Folklore

Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling. For thousands ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: See schedule above
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Aviation Academy

Registration is officially open for the 7th Annual Aviation Academy. We want to reach ALL children. Space is limited — ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Aviation Academy

Registration is officially open for the 7th Annual Aviation Academy. We want to reach ALL children. Space is limited — ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Buchanan Trails Community Event Kid and Dog Park Grand Opening

Come celebrate the official grand opening of the Buchanan Trails Kid & Dog Park this Saturday from 10 AM to ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchanan Trails Neighborhood 1393 NW 127th Drive, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Hawthorne’s Homecoming

It still takes a village. Hawthorne’s 93rd Homecoming! Family Event! Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 from 10 am-10 pm ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 21633 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Super Saturdays: Krypto & the League of Super Pets at Coliseum of Comics

Calling all future Super-Pet Sidekicks! Krypto needs your help to find his heroic friends hidden across Metropolis! -Every child receives a ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Gainesville (4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606)
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch Saturday Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Partnership Branch: 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. ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Carolina Kids Co-op: Gainesville In Person Meet and Greet

Come meet the director, teachers, families, and prospective students!

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Greater Bethel AME Church Family & Friends Weekend

Community Cookout Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12 Noon. Waterslide, Scavenger Hunt, Horseback Riding, Food, Games Music, Etc. Worship Service Sunday, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 SE 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

LyriCo Conservatory Grand Opening Open House

Join us as we officially open the doors to LyriCo Conservatory, Gainesville’s newest performing arts school, founded by two internationally ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3601 SW 2nd Ave Ste M, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Printmaking

Open Studio! These are weekly self-guided printmaking projects in the CreateSpace. Every Saturday, the CreateSpace is open for self-guided printmaking projects. ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Explore Archer's Night Sky-Space Adventures Planet Tea Lights

With this colorful and out-of-the-world art project, you'll bring your own planet to vibrant, glowing life! Join us to make vibrant ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Board Game Bonanza

Join us every Saturday afternoon for Board Game Bonanza, formerly known as Chess Club. Learn to play, practice, or improve ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Teen Space 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Two Hawk Hammock Happy Hour in the Barnyard

Happy Hour in the Barnyard Every Saturday from June 14-August 30, 2025 Open Mic, Jam, Food, Beer, Wine Kid Friendly and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Two Hawk Hammock: 17950 NE 53rd Lane, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.twohawkhammock.com
  • Category: Free