The Alachua County Library District’s goal is to provide all community members with free, open and equal access to education, information and entertainment. To that end, the ACLD provides services to approximately 250,000 citizens in Alachua County, with 12 branch locations, two bookmobiles and multiple deposit collections.
Online sources are available 24/7 from the ACLIB website at aclib.us. Additionally, libraries and bookmobiles offer free WiFi and access to internet-connected computers.
Library cardholders can borrow books in multiple formats, and check out DVDs, CDs and book club kits. Members can also reserve a computer or a meeting/study room at most locations. Other services include the eBooks and audiobooks, magazines and even music to download. Additionally, you search online eSources to research family history, investments or car repair instructions, learn a foreign language or a software program, even access a tutor for help with homework.
Local libraries provide quality programs, including Storytimes, art, yoga and language-learning classes, one-on-one computer instruction and many more opportunities for all ages. New and innovative offerings include MAKERspaces and STEAM programs to introduce new technologies, such as 3D printing. The programs also provide equipment such as sewing machines to learn sewing, and cooking demonstrations to share healthy recipes, cooking tips and more.
Collaborations with community organizations, agencies and local businesses expand programs and services’ efficiency to offer tax preparation assistance, job fairs and health and wellness programs. Library staff offer specialized expertise and assistance across the county.
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MISSION: Alachua County Library District: a key to building a better community by creating opportunities to participate, connect and discover.
CORE VALUES: The Library District values diversity of people and ideas, free and equal access, excellent and innovative service and an open exchange of ideas.
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LOCATIONS:
Check websites for branch hours.
Alachua Branch
14913 NW 140 St.
Alachua, FL 32615
(386) 462-2592
aclib.us/alachua
Archer Branch
13266 SW State Rd. 45
Archer, FL 32618
(352) 495-3367
aclib.us/archer
Cone Park Branch
2801 E University Ave.
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 334-0720
aclib.us//cone-park
Hawthorne Branch
6640 SE 221 St.
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-1920
aclib.us/hawthorne
Headquarters Library
401 E University Ave.
Gainesville, FL 32601
(352) 334-3900
aclib.us/headquarters
High Springs Branch
23779 W US Hwy 27
High Springs, FL 32643
(386) 454-2515
aclib.us/high-springs
Library Partnership Branch
912 NE 16th Ave.
Gainesville, FL 32601
(352) 334-0165
aclib.us/library-partnership
Micanopy Branch
706 NE Cholokka Blvd.
Micanopy, FL 32667
(352) 466-3122
aclib.us/micanopy
Millhopper Branch
3145 NW 43rd St.
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 334-1272
aclib.us/millhopper
Newberry Branch
110 S Seaboard Dr.
Newberry, FL 32669
(352) 472-1135
aclib.us/newberry
Tower Road Branch
3020 SW 75th St.
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 333-2840
aclib.us/tower-road
Waldo Branch
15150 NE US Hwy 301
Waldo, FL 32694
(352) 468-3298
aclib.us//waldo