Newberry community events

Newberry Walking Club

Thursday, Jun 20 11:00a

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

Tired of walking alone? You can build a network of walking friends...

Make a Didgeridoo

Thursday, Jun 20 2:00p

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

Make and play your own didgeridoo like the large bamboo or wooden trumpets of the Australian aborigines. Get ready for "Didgeridoo Down Under."

Art in Archer: Portraits of Osceola and Chief Micanopy

Wednesday, Jul 31 3:00p

Archer Branch Library, Archer

Before cameras, portrait artists would use different materials along with their skill and talent to capture the likeness of a person...

Basics of Alzheimer's disease/dementia

Tuesday, Jul 23 2:00p

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

This free educational program by the Alzheimer's Association, Central and North Florida Chapter will include information on Alzheimer's disease, dementia, common warning signs, available treatments...

You want what book? How to use the library's website and database.

Thursday, Jun 20 4:00p

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

Do you need help navigating the library's website? If so this class is designed with you in mind. Come learn about downloadable media, Library databases, and how to reserve a book online...

VIVA Florida 500: NASA! A History of Space

Wednesday, Aug 7 3:00p

Newberry Branch Library, Newberry

Zoom to the Moon, Mars, the stars, and beyond with NASA expert Peter Chitko! Discover Florida's rich history of space travel, learn about the Mars rovers, the International Space Station, Curiosity...

Tempting Reads Book Club

Wednesday, Jun 26 6:00p

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

Every fourth Wednesday at 6 pm, the Tempting Reads Book Club discusses popular and recently published books including books recommended by participants. Open to the public...

Newberry Library Branch celebrates 20 years!

Sunday, Aug 11 2:00p

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

To celebrate our 20th anniversary, the Newberry Branch Library invites you to join us for cake!

Didgeridoo Down Under

Thursday, Jun 20 4:30p

Alachua County Library Newberry, Newberry

Didgeridoo Down Under is a high-energy, Australian-themed show that combines music, culture, puppetry, comedy, character building, environmentalism and audience participation...

Didgeridoo Down Under

Wednesday, Jun 19 2:00p

Archer Branch Library, Archer

This show is a high-energy, Australia-themed that combines music, puppetry, comedy, environmental education, character building and audience participation...

Guest Speaker Rev. Marty Dow

Sunday, Jun 23 11:00a

Unity of Gainesville, Gainesville

Rev. Marty Dow, spiritual teacher, author and ordained nondenominational minister, will be our guest speaker today...

Ground Covers and Turf Alternatives

Wednesday, Jun 19 6:00p

Tower Road Branch, Alachua County Library, Gainesville

If your grass is failing you may not be putting the right plant in the right place. Learn about ground cover plants that will grow in the shade, full sun and in tough places.

Puttin' on the Ritz 2014

Sunday, Mar 16 6:00p

Fine Arts Hall at Sante Fe College, Gainesville

Save the date for Children's Home Society of Florida's 27th annual Puttin' on the Ritz! We invite you to join our night out as you dress your best! You will enjoy an elegant evening out on the town...