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Gainesville Family Events Calendar

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PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.


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Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

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Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Florida Museum Library Showcases Spectacular Shells

Come join us as we learn about weathering and erosion through fun activities & discussion! This program is in partnership with ...

  • 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: Library Programs

Free Comic Book Day at Alachua County Library

Come celebrate Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) at the Millhopper Branch on May 3, 2025. Feel free to come dressed ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Library 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: One free comic book per person, while supplies last!
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: After-School Art Club

Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of ...

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library Storywoods Room 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It

THIS EVENT IS FULL! Tweens and teens can play through a Dungeons & Dragons campaign with guidance from an experienced ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Op Art Hand Drawings

Trick the eye with a simple drawing of a hand.

  • 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Newberry Branch Meeting Room 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: After-School Art Club

Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of ...

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library Storywoods Room 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs

Alachua County Newberry Branch MakerSpace: 3D Creations

Design in 3 dimensions! Kids can use our 3Doodler Start Pens and optional Doodle Molds to make custom 3D creations. Recommended ...

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. ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It

THIS EVENT IS FULL! Tweens and teens can play through a Dungeons & Dragons campaign with guidance from an experienced ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Blooms with Paper Plate Weaving

Come and join us as we weave flowers using a paper plate loom! All materials will be provided for during the ...

  • 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: Library Programs

Alachua County Library ArtSpace: Spring into Summer-Origami Animals

Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up. Join guest artist Andrew Floyd to make origami animals. Arts and crafts ...

Summer at the Library Kickoff: Explore Archer

Embark on a summer adventure with us at the Archer branch! Sign up for our Summer Reading program and earn ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs

Alachua County Library ArtSpace: Spring into Summer-Origami Animals

Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up. Join guest artist Andrew Floyd to make origami animals. Arts and crafts ...