Browsing is available during limited hours at all locations and requires the use of a mask and social distancing. Outside service and computer appointments are available at all branches. Learn more about our current services.

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Happy Thanksgiving

All branches will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 and reopen at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28.

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Honor indigenous people

Celebration of the lives of the Native people in the Americas with these curated lists of books for all ages.

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Make homework easier

Alachua County Public Schools students can access free tutoring, check out books, and more with their Student Library Cards.

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Check us out inside or outside

Browse for a book, use a computer, pick up your checkouts, and get a library card.

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Tell your story

November is National Memoir Writing Month and our genealogy tools are the perfect place to start.

Staff Picks

Gold circle with "national Book Awards" written in black letters 2020 National Book Awards Winners
Check out or put a hold on this year's winners.
cover art for Eileen Spinelli's The Perfect Thanksgiving. Thankful for these picture books
Get ready for Thanksgiving with your little ones by checking out these fun picture books!
Illustrated Image of a Fruit Basket, Steaming Pie, and bowl of mashed potatoes with peas. Fun & Feasting for Little Foodies
Board book and picture books to inspire a love of cuisine in our youngest friends.
Photo of a feast Thanksgiving Recipes: New variations on old favorites
Check out this collection of cookbook recommendations from library staff.

Virtual Events

partial cover art from The Thank-You Project book, turquoise background, handdrawn open envelope with floral arrangement Fill in the thanks?
Do you suffer from gratitude guilt?
colorful wreath - text 'Thanksgiving Craft' Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
Thanksgiving crafts and decorations
Paper Star Lanterns Make a Paper Star Lantern
Learn how to make a beautiful star lantern to decorate your room for the holidays (or anytime)!

Virtual Reference Chat