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
Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House
Join us for a fun and family-friendly Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House! This is a great opportunity to explore what ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Lorcana League
Teens and tweens, of all experience levels, are invited to join us for the monthly meeting of our Lorcana League. ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Teen Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
High Springs National Night Out
Join the High Springs Police Department for National Night Out 2025 – a fun-filled evening celebrating community and public safety ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: High Springs Civic Center 19107 NW 240th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach
Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- 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
Alachua County Library Drawing Club: Newberry Branch
Come hang out and draw with new friends. Get sketchy and practice your drawing skills at the Newberry Branch Library.
- 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Alachua County Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
An opportunity for teens to make a difference in their library and advise library staff on teen programming, resources, and ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Teen Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Gainesville Church of God Back to School Block Party
Back to School just got better! We’re kicking off the school year with TWO epic events you won’t want to ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God 7003 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
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
Matheson History Museum Discover 200: A History of Gainesville and Alachua County
Join founding Matheson board president Dr. Mark V. Barrow for an enlightening presentation on the history of Gainesville and Alachua ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
First Presbyterian Preschool Open House
Meet the teachers, see the classrooms! Open tours- meet the director! Drop in between 10 am-12 pm. Refreshments provided.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 106 SW 3rd St. Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.1stpc.org
- Category: Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: see description for exact locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Trinity's Day Spa presents Back 2 School Braid Bash at MLK Center
We’re excited to announce our 5th Annual Back-to-School Braid Bash is officially happening! Let’s get our girls ready to head ...
- 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: MLK Center 1028 Northeast 14th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Summer STEAM
Join us in the Storywoods Room this summer for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Okito America Open House
School is right around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you back! Join us for our Open House.. ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Three Locations See Description, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Cameron Dancenter NW Open House
We can’t wait for our new season of dance starting August 18! Visit us for Open House Thursday, August 7, ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Dancenter NW Studio, Ridgeway Village, 5003 NW 34th Blvd. Suite 120, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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
Micanopy Academy Open House
August is almost here, and we are so excited to see you all! Tour the school, meet teachers, and ask ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Micanopy Academy 708 NW Okehumkee St., Micanopy, FL, 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach
Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Edison Kids Homeschool Open House Information Night
Explore STEM and Robotics with Edison Kids! Curious about STEM and robotics for kids? Wondering how to add it to ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Good Life Station 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Open House
Get ready to soar into a new school year! Come meet your teachers, explore your new classroom! We can't wait ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Christian Preparatory School 2500 NE 15th St. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Gainesville Housing Authority Backyard BBQ Back2School Bash
It’s a Backyard BBQ like no other! Join us for the Back2School Bash in collaboration with Children's Trust of Alachua ...
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Pine Meadows – 2626 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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
Okito America Open House
School is right around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you back! Join us for our Open House.. ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Three Locations See Description, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Cameron Dancenter SW Open House
We can’t wait for our new season of dance starting August 18! Visit us for Open House Thursday, August 7, ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Haile Village Center Dancenter SW Studio: 5211 SW 91st Terr. Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout
Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...
- 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 14841 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: See menu for details!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Newberry Main Street Organization: Summer Splash Days
Newberry Main Street Organization is continuing the fun summer splash events during the summer. Join them on Fridays: June 13th, ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: S. Seaboard Dr. Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
North Central Florida Community Center School Supplies Giveaway
Pull up school supplies giveaway until supplies run out! Adult/parent must be present with child/youth. Thank you for all that you ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Spooks N Sips Night Market
A free evening market at Heartwood on the lawn featuring 70+ spooky-themed vendors. All ages!
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.prekindle.com
- Category: Free
World Fusion Classroom: Community Drum and Dance Circle
Grab a drum and join us for a community drum and dance circle in the park!
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Oakview Park 810 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Back to School Community Closet
Free clothes all sizes babies to adults, toiletries and school supplies for kids starting school. While supplies last. Free health ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Destiny Community Church 20820 West Newberry Rd. Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Divine Destiny International Ministries,INC. Take It to the Head Back to School Community Outreach
FREE Back to School Event – You’re Invited! Divine Destiny International Ministries presents: “Take It to the Head” – Back ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Criswell Park 15490 NW 133rd Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration
Register on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10 am-12 pm! Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: Free bowling and pizza during registration!
- Website: bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Free
Waldo Community New Vision Coalition presents Back to School Drive/Walk Thru Supply Drive
It’s That Time Again, Come Bring The Kids. Donations accepted. At least one parent must be present for child to ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13558 NE 148th Ave, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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
Back to School Bash at Willie Mae Stokes Community Center
It's almost time to kick off the school year with a celebration! We're thrilled to invite you to a FREE ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Willie Mae Stokes Community Center 355 NW Eestalustee Ave, Micanopy, FL, 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Fun Stencil Painting on Canvas for Kids
A great opportunity for children ages 6-11 and up to learn to blend colors and use stencils in this step-by-step ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Micanopy Branch Dance Hall 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. Celebr-EIGHT Anniversary Party
Cypress & Grove is turning EIGHT — and you’re invited to the party of the summer! Join us Saturday, August ...
- 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. 1001 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.instagram.com
- Category: Free
Summer at the Library: ArtSpace
Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Back to School Bash
Have one final summer of fun before school starts back!
- 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch (Snuggle-Up Center) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Back to School Bash Balloon Animals with Magic Mike
Enjoy a balloon animal show and get your own creation from Magic Mike.
- 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch (Snuggle-Up Center) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Free
CountryWay Town Square: Back to School Bash
Please join us for an evening kicking off the school year with our community. We will have live music, fresh ...
- 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 1739 SW 248th Dr. Suite 20, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout
Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...
- 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 14841 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: See menu for details!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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
A1 Cutz Phase III Back 2 School Bash
Come out August 10th for $15 kids cuts, $20 high schoolers, free backpacks (while supplies last), free food, ice cream, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 15560 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: $15 kids cuts, $20 high schoolers
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Celebration United Methodist Church Blessings of the Backpacks
Join us for a warmup to worship tailgate in our parking lot featuring great food and music beginning at 8:00 ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Celebration United Methodist Church 9501 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Gainesville Church of God Back to School Backpack Sunday
Back to School just got better! We’re kicking off the school year with TWO epic events you won’t want to ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Church of God 7003 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville: Back to School Sunday
Back to School Sunday – Join Us in Worship! Come be a part of Back to School Sunday as we gather ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: 315 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32640-3928
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Cutz4Christ Back to School Haircut Bash
It’s almost time for the kids to go back to school and we want to make sure every kid who ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Williston Middle High School Cafetorium 350 Robert Philpot Wy, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
