Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., 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.
John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Dr., Downtown Tampa
FREE
Ross Lamoreaux will give a presentation and discussion of Confederates, Federals, and citizens of the Tampa Bay area and the impact of the war on their lives, with a focus on Fort Brooke and its troops.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Please welcome artists Diane Simon and Cynthia Wortmann for this interesting show of watercolors and pastels. Diane and Cynthia are accomplished artists and very well known in the SouthShore arts community. Light refreshments and music will be provided. Free to the public.
Funding provided by the Friends of SouthShore Regional Library and co-sponsored by the SouthShore Arts Council. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard, Tampa
FREE
Introduce your toddler to yoga now and they will love it for life! We will use yoga postures, song, and dance to encourage toddlers to be expressive. Please bring a yoga mat or a large beach towel. For children ages 1 to 3 years and their adult caregivers.
Funded by the Friends of the North Tampa Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Bloomingdale Regional Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
Join us as Liz Eginton gives tips on how to maintain a dog friendly yard.
Co-sponsored by the Master Gardeners of the Hillsborough County Extension Service and the University of Florida. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Rd., Odessa
FREE
Join the Master Gardener to learn all about bulbs that will supply years of spring color in your yard.
Co-sponsored by the Master Gardeners of the Hillsborough County Extension Service and the University of Florida. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Rd., W., Lutz
FREE
Share in the magic of The Polar Express as we listen for the sound of the bell during the reading of his famous book. Each child will create their own "express train" to take home.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Town 'N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Dr., 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.
Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Dr., Riverview
FREE
The Riverview Library Holiday Celebration rings in the season with live festive country music from Kenny Flint and the Rough Diamond Band. Flint and his band are a well-known local act that plays a variety of country and Southern rock. This performance will feature country-inspired renditions of holiday favorites.
Funding for this program provided by the Friends of the Riverview Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd, Tampa
FREE
Take time out from your holiday shopping to enjoy a Christmas movie to bring out your holiday cheer. For Teens and Adults.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Funding for this program provided by the Friends of SouthShore Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
Based on a short story by Truman Capote. Abandoned by his parents, Buddy is sent to live with elderly relatives in a small Southern town. The strong bond he develops with his spinster cousin Sook remains his most enduring childhood memory.
Copies of the book are available at the library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Presented by the Creative Arts Theater of the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 3 and up. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Rd., Odessa
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard, Tampa
Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Rd., W, Lutz
FREE
The Lutz Branch Library presents “Entourage,” Steinbrenner High School’s premier performing group. Under the masterful direction of JoLinda Crump, this talented ensemble, featuring 14 singers and a 4-piece band, offers seasonal selections sure to make your Holidays merry and bright.
Funding for this program is provided 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.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa
FREE
Find out what heavenly objects are visible from your backyard through a multimedia presentation. Learn about meteor showers, planets, our moon, and more! Weather permitting, an outdoor viewing session will occur. Telescopes will be available but you are welcome to bring your own binoculars or telescopes.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Join us for a fun and "moving" time with the Jansen Dance Company. Children will experience dance through dance games, improvisation, music, props and their imagination.
For ages 4-12, with a caregiver. Funding for this program provided 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.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
Free legal advice!! Lawyers from the Hillsborough County Bar Association will host a brief informational program on Elder Law topics such as wills, trusts and probate followed by an informal question and answer session.
Presented in partnership with the Hillsborough County Bar Association. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa
FREE
Funding for this program provided by the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa
FREE
The Friends of the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library invite you to help us celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Jan Platt Regional Library, "From Paper to Digital - Books Are Here To Stay." Join us for a day of special excitement.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Saturday, Dec 11, 2 p.m.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library
FREE
Make a variety of candies and decorate cookies with sugars and icing. We will also have hot cocoa and S'Mores.
For ages 13-18. Funding for this program provided by the 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.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
Play ’N Around Theatre presents the musical production of The Nutcracker. Be whisked away on a magical adventure to save the Princess from the evil rat king Salsabar.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Join presenter Craig MacDougal as we view the night sky with telescopes and binoculars. The Moon and stars will be there to greet you along with the planets.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
For children ages 6-12. Funding for this program provided 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.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
An endearing old man working as a department store Santa claims he is the real Kris Kringle and changes the lives of all those around him. Based on a novel by Valentine Davies.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Dr., Riverview
FREE
Presented by the Creative Arts Theater of the City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Dept. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
Enjoy an hour of orchestrated holiday music with a touch of rock, played by Music Showcase's youth ensemble, Rockestra.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard, Tampa
FREE
Come early and grab big discounts on already discounted books! The Friends of the North Tampa Library are cleaning out some of their inventory and book lovers like you are the winners! Great books at great prices.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Saturday, Dec. 4 at 3:30 p.m.
West Tampa Branch Library, 2312 W. Union St., Tampa
FREE
Did you participate in the 2010 NaNoWriMo event during which you completed a 50,000-word novel, from scratch, in just 30 days? Come celebrate your success and your status as a novelist with other NaNoWriMo writers at our ‘Thank God It's Over’ Party.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Science Library @ MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa
FREE
The Science Library @ MOSI will be having a cookie recipe exchange. Bring your best cookie recipe to share.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa
FREE
Presents packed with tales and toys from far-away countries arrive! With each present, storyteller Katie Adams unwraps a toy that introduces a holiday tale. Katie performs these multi-cultural stories with props, costume pieces and audience participation.
Free tickets available 30 minutes prior to the program. Funded by Friends of Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library. Presented by Katie Adams Make Believe Theater. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa
FREE
Real estate prices have dropped considerably over the last several years making this a good time to invest in real estate. At this seminar, an experienced real estate attorney will explain the pitfalls in real estate investing that are not present in other types of investing, and how to avoid them. The attorney will also answer questions on this topic from the audience.
Presented by Bay Area Real Estate Council. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Just in time for the holiday shopping season... The Internet is changing quickly. Despite having good security software, consumer's credit card accounts are still often compromised.
It’s hard to find good advice online beyond reading the privacy policy of the website, watching your credit card statements, and looking for third-party seals of approval. Dave Palmer of the Hillsborough County Extension Service discusses ways to be more proactive. In addition, we will cover some basic internet security practices as a foundation for discussion.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Bloomingdale Regional Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
Today millions shop online daily. But, the Internet has changed. Despite having good security software, consumer's credit card accounts are still often compromised. What can you do to dramatically reduce your risk of monetary loss and identity theft?
Explore your options in this class as well as some basic internet security practices as a foundation discussion.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave., Tampa
FREE
National Novel Writing Month challenges you to write a 50,000-word novel from scratch in the month of November. Take a short writing break and find some inspiration from an author at our NaNoWriMo author talk with Tim Dorsey. He will discuss his books and talk about the triumphs and perils of writing a novel. He will also provide tips and encouragement for new writers.
Program co-sponsored by the Friends of the Seminole Heights Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Rd., Seffner
FREE
Join us for a night under the stars! Clear Sky Adventures will bring their large telescopes and astronomers to the library for a wonderful night of viewing.
Clear Sky’s staff will answer your questions and will not only demonstrate the latest in telescope technology, but they will give you great tips for enjoying the night skies with just your eyes and nothing else. They will also provide an imaging system for anyone who might have difficulty viewing through the telescopes.
This program funded by the Friends of the Seffner-Mango Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Rd., W, Lutz
FREE
Today millions shop online daily. But, the Internet has changed. Despite having good security software, consumer's credit card accounts are still often compromised. What can you do to dramatically reduce your risk of monetary loss and identity theft?
Explore your options in this class as well as some basic internet security practices as a foundation discussion.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Find out how real detectives solve crimes, collect fingerprints and collect evidence. It’s not the way you might think.
This program 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.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa
FREE
Are you a Diary of a Wimpy Kid fan? Do you wish Greg Heffley was your best friend? Come dressed as your best "Wimpy" self and celebrate the release of the fifth book with games, stories, and treats. We will have a contest to determine who the "wimpiest" kid is that day.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
Today millions shop online daily. But, the Internet has changed. Despite having good security software, consumer's credit card accounts are still often compromised. What can you do to dramatically reduce your risk of monetary loss and identity theft?
Explore your options in this class as well as some basic internet security practices as a foundation discussion.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Friday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa
FREE
Even Santa has his bad days. Things aren't like they used to be back in the "good old days." Santa is considering retirement! But can anyone take his place?
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
National Novel Writing Month challenges you to write a 50,000-word novel from scratch in the month of November. Take a short writing break and find some inspiration from an author at our NaNoWriMo author talk with Wayne Barcomb.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa
FREE
Lupica writes a nationally syndicated column for The New York Daily News, and is seen weekly on ESPN's The Sports Reporter. He will be signing books purchased either at the store before the event, or at the library the day of event.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa
FREE
Join us for a completely interactive musical experience where all participants play a drum or hand held percussion instrument. Enjoy singing, dancing and laughing at this fun family event presented by Giving Tree Music Drum Circle.
Free Tickets available 30 minutes prior to the program. Funding for this program is provided by the Friends of Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Thursday, Nov. 18, 4 p.m.
Today millions shop online daily. But, the Internet has changed. Despite having good security software, consumer's credit card accounts are still often compromised. What can you do to dramatically reduce your risk of monetary loss and identity theft?
Explore your options in this class as well as some basic internet security practices as a foundation discussion.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Rd., Seffner
FREE
Clear Sky’s staff will be happy to answer your questions and will not only demonstrate the latest in telescope technology, but they will give you great tips for enjoying the night skies with just your eyes and nothing else. They will also provide an imaging system for anyone who might have difficulty viewing through the telescopes.
Funded by the Friends of the Seffner-Mango Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Rd., Tampa
FREE
Explore your options in this class as well as some basic internet security practices as a foundation discussion.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa
FREE
Funded by the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Rd., Seffner
FREE
Join us for a night under the stars! Clears Sky Adventures will be bringing their large telescopes and astronomers to the library for a wonderful night of viewing. See the moon's thousands of craters and mountains at high magnification and view the mighty planet Jupiter with its moons and cloud belts. We will also be searching for star clusters and double stars.
Clear Sky’s staff will be happy to answer your questions and will not only demonstrate the latest in telescope technology, but they will give you great tips for enjoying the night skies with just your eyes and nothing else. They will also provide an imaging system for anyone who might have difficulty viewing through the telescopes.
Funded by the Friends of the Seffner-Mango Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
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