March 28, 2011

COMPUTER BOOT CAMP: MICROSOFT WORD FOR BEGINNERS

  • Sunday, April 3 at 1 p.m.

    John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

    FREE

    A crash course in word processing! Learn to format, rearrange, save, and print your documents in Microsoft Word.

    Registration in person required no earlier than one hour prior to the start of the program. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • WORDS FROM THE HEART: A WORKSHOP ON POETRY WITHOUT RULES

  • Sunday, April 3 at 1 p.m.

    Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave. in Tampa

    FREE

    "If you can dream, you can write poetry." Come participate in a workshop led by local poet Eileen Klinck who will use meditation and centering techniques to lead class members to meaningful moments of their lives and guide them to freely express their emotions in writing.

    Class limited to 15 people. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • TEEN TALENT SHOW

  • Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m.

    West Tampa Branch Library, 2312 W. Union St. in Tampa

    FREE

    Think you've got an unusual, unique, or highly-skilled talent? Want to perform in front of people for a chance to win prizes? Sign up for our Teen Talent Show! Single and group acts are welcome (up to 5 people), with just about any type of talent being accepted for judging... just keep it clean. Registration will be limited to a maximum of 20 acts, so get your name in early. If you don't have a talent or you just want to watch the show, spectators are more than welcome.

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • NEW TAMPA POKEMON LEAGUE

  • Saturdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 10 a.m.

    New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa

    FREE

    Get together with fellow fans of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the Pokémon video games to have some fun at the library. Bring your Pokémon playing cards and your Nintendo DS. Learn the basics of the game, and perfect your gaming strategies. Pokémon league leaders will be on site to facilitate the gaming.

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Lucky Cat Yoga: Introduction To Yoga For Seniors



  • Tuesday, Mar. 29 at 6:30 p.m. C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. in Tampa
    FREE
    Yoga presented by Erin and Eric Wheeler. This one time yoga introduction is geared specifically for seniors who are new to the practice of Yoga but who are interested in its possibilities for fitness and fun.
    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
  • FRESH LIT FOR SPRING

  • Tuesday, Mar. 29 at 6 p.m.

    North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

    FREE

    Kick the tires on some amazing new poetry and fiction from University of South Florida's MFA creative writing students, featuring: Jaquira Díaz, Zachary Lundgren, Bryan Rice, Claire Stephens and Alicia Thompson. No money down, no interest! Guaranteed to take you someplace new!

    Funded by the Friends of the North Tampa Branch Library. Presented by the USF Dept. of English, Graduate Studies Creative Writing Program. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • PUPPET SHOW: ASHPET, THE APPALACHIAN CINDERELLA

  • Tuesday, Mar. 29 at 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

    FREE

    In this Appalachian version of Cinderella, Ashpet lives in a log cabin in the hills and depends on the kindness of the old witch woman in the hollow to transform her from rags to finery. After meeting the Prince at the church social, a little square dancing, and lots of trying on shoes, they all live happily ever after.

    For ages 3 and up. Presented by Creative Arts Theatre of the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • March 9, 2011

    TEEN TALENT SHOW

  • Saturday, Mar. 19 at 3 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

    FREE

    Think you've got an unusual, unique, or highly-skilled talent? Want to perform in front of people for a chance to win prizes? Sign up for our Teen Talent Show! Single and group acts are welcome (up to 5 people), with just about any type of talent being accepted for judging... just keep it clean. Registration will be limited to a maximum of 20 acts, so get your name in early. If you don't have a talent or you just want to watch the show, spectators are more than welcome.

    Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Teen Origami For Beginners

  • Saturday, Mar. 19 at 2:30 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico

    FREE

    Teens, learn the art of Japanese paper folding. Transform paper into amazing 3D creations. No origami experience necessary.

    Paper is provided. Presented by the Teen Advisory Board of Bloomingdale Regional Library. Funded by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library. . For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • SUPER SATURDAY: SPRING FLING!

  • Saturday, Mar. 19 at 2 p.m.

    John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Dr. in Tampa

    FREE

    Spring is in the air! Celebrate the season with stories, games, and a fun craft to take home.

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Steamy Kitchen: An Afternoon With Jaden Hair

  • Saturday, Mar. 19 at 2 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico

    FREE

    Jaden Hair, television chef, food columnist for the Tampa Tribune and author of the “Steamy Kitchen” food blog, will present a program about her work in the food industry. She will talk about her life, work, projects and recipes.

    There will be a cookbook signing at the end of the program. Funded by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK

  • Wednesday, Mar. 16 at 3 p.m.

    Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview

    FREE

    This timeless music program, featuring vocalist Perley Rousseau and pianist Sonny Daye, transcends generations and defines our musical heritage. Experience the music and memories of great American composers such as Gershwin, Berlin, Porter, Ellington, Rodgers and more.

    Funded by the Friends of the Riverview Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Community Health Physician Lecture

  • Tuesday, Mar. 15 at 6:30 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico

    FREE

    Join us for a physician lecture from the Brandon Regional Hospital, followed by a question and answer session.

    Presented by the Brandon Regional Hospital. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • TECHNOLOGY GADGETS: MEET AND GREET!!

  • Tuesday, Mar. 15 at 5 p.m.

    78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Road in Tampa

    FREE

    Have you heard of the iPad, iPod and E-Book readers? Have you seen the new generation of digital cameras and camcorders? Do you wish you could see what they actually do? Join us for this free program to meet some of these wonderful technology tools up close and personal!

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • BOOKS WE LOVE TO SING



  • Monday, Mar. 14 at 7 p.m. SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
    FREE
    Join us for a magical musical experience where the children become the characters. Guitarist Christine VanHorn leads everyone in songs based on classic children’s books we've all enjoyed reading.
    For ages 2-7. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
  • March 4, 2011

    COMPUTER BOOTCAMP: MICROSOFT WINDOWS FOR BEGINNERS

  • Sunday, Mar. 13 at 1 p.m.

    John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

    FREE

    All about your computer's operating system! Learn about controlling windows, saving and managing files, and customizing your PC.

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • eBOOKS: GETTING STARTED

  • Saturday, Mar. 12 at 2 p.m.

    John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

    FREE

    Interested in eBooks and eBook readers? Join us for this two hour program. In the first half of the program, we'll take a look at the readers you can chose from and how to use the Library's collection of eBooks. The second half will be an open forum assistance period--library staff will be available to help you one-on-one with your device.

    Registration in person required no earlier than one hour prior to the start of the program. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • TEEN TECH WEEK GAME ZONE AND SMASH BRAWL TOURNAMENT


    Get in the zone and join your friends for some Wii gaming fun. Compete in a Smash Brother Brawl tournament with other libraries in the county for the title of "County Gaming Champ."
    Saturday, Mar. 12 1 - 5 p.m.

  • Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico
  • Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa 3 - 5 p.m.
  • John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa
  • New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa


  • Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner
  • SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
  • Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd. in Tampa FREE For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
  • Paws To Read!

    Saturday, Mar. 12 at 10:30 a.m.

    Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Avenue in Tampa

    FREE

     The library's going to the dogs! Children are invited to practice reading to a certified therapy dog and enjoy a simple craft.

    For children.

    Presented in partnership with Project Pup. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

    Introduction To Yoga



  • Saturday, Mar. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico
    FREE
    Come experience the zen. Stretch your mind and body with a free introductory yoga class provided by the Lucky Cat Yoga studio. This class is open to all ages and skill levels.
    A yoga mat is not required, but you may bring one if you prefer. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Funded by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
  • Block Party!

    Thursday, Mar. 10 at 6 p.m.

    Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Avenue in Tampa

    FREE

    Kids use LEGO building blocks to build a creative, fun and interactive project. The library provides the LEGOs; kids provide the imagination!

    For kids in grades 1 to 5.

    Funded by the Friends of the Jimmy B. Keel Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

    VIRAL VIDEO

  • Thursday, Mar. 10 at 5:30 p.m.

    Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Avenue in Tampa

    FREE

    Mix digital images, music downloaded using our free music database Freegal, and sound effects so you can create your own sick music video for YouTube. We will even upload a select few on our YouTube channel and Studio 813 website.

    Registration opens one hour prior to the event. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • MIX AND MASH

  • Thursday, Mar. 10 at 4:30 p.m.

    Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Avenue in Tampa

    FREE

    Teens, make your own mash-ups using music downloaded from our new music database Freegal. Learn how to mix and mash your music using Audacity audio editing software. We will even upload a select few to our Studio 813 website.

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • BRAZILIAN ROMANCE: THE BOSSA NOVA PHENOMENON

  • Wednesday, Mar. 9 at 6:30 p.m.

    Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa

    FREE

    An enchanting concert that transports the listener to someplace warm and tropical...Filled with the irresistible sounds of Bossa Nova and highlighting the music of renowned composers.

    Funded by Friends of the Town ’N Country Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • VIRAL VIDEO

  • Wednesday, Mar. 9 at 3 p.m.

    78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Road in Tampa

    FREE

    Mix digital images, music downloaded using our free music database Freegal, and sound effects so you can create your own sick music video for YouTube. We will even upload a select few on our YouTube channel and Studio 813 website.

    Registration opens one hour prior to the event. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org

  • CSI: KIDS

  • Wednesday, Mar. 9 at 2 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

    FREE

    Join us for this special crime fighting program. Use the clues, fingerprints, secret codes, and CSI techniques to see if you can solve this library mystery.

    For children ages 6-12. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • UP AND AWAY

  • Wednesday, Mar. 9 at 2 p.m. FREE

    It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a kite! Join us for this free program that explores kites. We will be going on a kiting adventure, making our own kites, playing games, and having fun. For children in K-6th grade.

    Funded by the Friends of the Lutz Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • VIRAL VIDEO

    Mix digital images, music downloaded using our free music database Freegal, and sound effects so you can create your own sick music video for YouTube. We will even upload a select few on our YouTube channel and Studio 813 website.

    FREE

  • Tuesday, Mar. 8 at 4 p.m.
  • Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa

  • Tuesday, Mar. 8 at 5 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

    Registration opens one hour prior to the event. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Mix And Mash

    Teens, make your own mash-ups using music downloaded from our new music database Freegal. Learn how to mix and mash your music using Audacity audio editing software. We will even upload a select few to our Studio 813 website.
  • Tuesday, Mar. 8 at 3:30 p.m. Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico

  • Tuesday, Mar. 8 at 4:30 p.m.
  • Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Avenue in Tampa

  • Tuesday, Mar. 8 at 5 p.m. Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz FREE
  • For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

    She Wrote The Song - Live Musical Event

  • Monday, Mar. 7 at 6:30 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 2906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico

    FREE

    Join us for this special live musical event in celebration of Women's History Month. This concert, featuring vocalist Perley Rousseau and accompanied on piano by Sonny Daye, will highlight music written or co-written by women composers.

    Funded by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • INTRODUCTION TO CHARCOAL DRAWING

  • Monday, Mar. 7 at 6 p.m.

    Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview

    FREE

    Art educator Minnette Webster introduces charcoal drawing techniques.

    Limit of 20; registration is required. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • MIX AND MASH

  • Monday, Mar. 7 at 4 p.m.

    Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa

    FREE

    Teens, make your own mash-ups using music downloaded from our new music database Freegal. Learn how to mix and mash your music using Audacity audio editing software. We will even upload a select few to our Studio 813 website.

    For ages 13-18. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Art After School

    Mondays, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 at 4 p.m.

    North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

    FREE

    Art After School provides an outlet for children to express creativity through art. Kids will take home their creations to show off.

    For ages 6 to12 years, along with their caregivers. Limit of 25 participants.

    Funded by the Friends of the North Tampa Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. SEUSS

  • Monday, Mar. 7 at 3:30 p.m.

    Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa

    FREE

    Join us in the celebration of all things Dr. Seuss with games, stories as we honor him during his birthday month.

    For ages 5-12. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • TRAVELING ADVICE FOR SENIORS

  • Monday, Mar. 7 at 3 p.m.

    Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa

    FREE

    Join AAA for advice and tips on traveling for seniors.

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • YOGA FOR SENIORS

  • Mondays, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10:30 a.m.

    Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview

    FREE

    It is never too late to try yoga! Using pranayama (yogic breathing) and slow movements in chairs, this 30 minute class is specifically designed for seniors.

    Limit of 20. Funded by the Friends of the Riverview Public Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • COMPUTER BOOT CAMP: AN INTRODUCTION TO PCs

  • Sunday, Mar. 6 at 1 p.m.

    John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

    FREE

    Never worked with computers before? Discover the inner workings of a computer and learn how to use a mouse and keyboard!

    For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

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