Sun, May 19, 2pm ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBAL MEDICINE: THE ALTERNATIVE HEALING ARTS, adults. Shahla Holland, National Board Certified Acupuncture Physician-Herbalist, presents her approach to alternative therapies. What conditions it can be treat; How works; Herbal interactions with prescription medication. Hawthorne Branch Library, 104 N Johnson St. [481-1920] Sun, May 19, 3pm REIKI: THE JAPANESE ART OF HEALING BY TOUCH, adults. Terry Rogers on a natural healthcare system that taps into a patient's vital energy to correct imbalances, relieve stress, and enhance other forms of medical treatment. Sponsored by the Friends of the Alachua County Library District. Newberry Branch Library, 110 S Seaboard Dr., Newberry, FL. [472-1135] Sun, May 19, 3pm ANN O'CONNELL RUST: THERE WAS A FLORIDA B. D. (BEFORE DISNEY), for adults. A mesmerizing journey through the Old Florida. After a brief overview of her novels, Ms. Rust discusses the writing process in depth. Sponsored by the Friends of the Alachua County Library District. Headquarters Library, 401 E University Ave. [334-3934, TDD 334-3904] ******** Mon, May 20, 7:30pm CROISSANT PARTY. Enjoy French poems and songs presented by young Ecole Francaise students. FREE, children and adults, but reservations required. Tower Road Branch Library, 3020 SW 75th St. [Judy Charudattan 332-8198] ******** Tue, May 21, 10am PRESCHOOL STORYTIME, ages 5 & under. Stories, songs, filmstrips and crafts for preschoolers. Newberry Branch Library, 110 S Seaboard Dr., Newberry, FL. [472-1135] Tue, May 21, 11am PRESCHOOL STORYTIME, ages 5 & under. Stories, songs and activities for the preschool set. High Springs Branch Library, 135 NW 1st Ave., High Springs, FL. [(904) 454-2515] Tue, May 21, 2:30pm FUN & GAMES, all ages. Make some simple games to keep you entertained all summer long. Waldo Branch Library, 150 SW 2nd Place, Waldo, FL. [468-3298] Tue, May 21, 3pm WRITING YOUR LIFE HISTORY I, for adults. Workshop presented by Hilda K. Ross, Ph.D., is your journey of self-discovery. Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd St. [334-1272] Tue, May 21, 6pm SOCIETY FOR CREATIVE ANACHRONISM, INC. Weekly meeting. Historical re-creation, ca AD 600-1600 at the Thomas Center, 302 NE 6th Ave. [Rurik, 371-6601] Tue, May 21, 7pm TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (TOPS) Chapter #677 holds weekly meeting at the Children's Medical Services Building, 1701 SW 16th Ave. International, non- profit organization offers group support for weight reduction and maintenance. Visitors welcome. [Linda Schultz, 335-9528] Tue, May 21, 7:30pm BARBERGATORS for men of all ages who like barbershop-style singing. Meet at Bethany Rm, First Methodist Church, 419 NE 1st St. [377-6259] ******** Wed, May 22, 7:15am SUNRISE TOASTMASTERS, a support group where people with public speaking anxiety can come and practice speaking in a small friendly environment. Kanapaha Middle School, 5005 SW 75th St. [Linda-anne Glickman, 380-9675] Wed, May 22, 10:30am PRESCHOOL PANDEMONIUM, ages 3-5. Stories and songs for preschoolers. Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd St. [334-1272] Wed, May 22, 6:30pm NUTS AND BOLTS OF BUILDING A WEB PAGE, ages 12 & up. So you're experienced with surfing the Internet and think you're ready to take the next step? Find out how to stake your domain name on the electronic frontier in this basic level class. Tower Road Branch Library, 3020 SW 75th St. [333-2840] Wed, May 22, 6:30pm WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS at Presbyterian and Disciples of Christ Student Center, 1402 W University Ave. Meet for fun, fellowship and the best food in town. Newcomers free, return visits for a buck! [Alisun White, pdcsc.gnv.fdt.net, 376-7539] ******** Thu, May 23, 10:30am PRESCHOOL STORYTIME, ages 5 & under. Join us for stories, songs and a film! Alachua Branch Library, 14913 NW 140 St. [(904) 462-2592] Thu, May 23, 6pm GATOR TOASTMASTERS, a club devoted to the improvement of public speaking. Campus Church of Christ, 2720 SW 2nd Ave. [Selman Hershfield, 375-6852, selman@phys.ufl.edu or Frank Tillman, 338-0713] Thu, May 23, 7pm CITIZENS FOR BETTER GOVERNMENT. Weekly meeting. Ryan's Family Steakhouse, 2501 N Main St. [govern@afn.org, 338-7733] Thu, May 23, 7pm LLAMAS LLOOSE AT THE LLIBRARY!, all ages. Learn more about these exotic South American creatures from Micanopy neighbors, Shey Stafford and Tom Wilson of Hummers Hammock Llamas. Micanopy Branch Library, Micanopy Town Hall, Micanopy, FL. [466-3122] Thu, May 23, 7:30pm GAINESVILLE COMMUNITY BAND rehearsal. All concert band instrumentalists welcome. Bandroom of Ft Clarke Middle School, 9301 NW 23rd Ave. [Richard Hord, 373-7377]