CYBER SAFETY FOR SENIORS

Wednesday, July 7, 3 p.m.

Town ’N Country Regional Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Tampa

FREE

The Internet is a great tool, but there are dangers out there as well. Viruses, phishing, spyware, scams and other problems shouldn't keep you from using this wonderful resource. Join us for this introductory workshop to take the fear out of your Internet experience and give you a few tips to make yourself safer.

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

RAIN BARRELS

Wednesday, July 7, 2 p.m.

Bruton Memorial Library, 302 McLendon St., Plant City

FREE

Learn how to set up a rain barrel and use the chemical-free water to irrigate your landscape. Lynn Barber, Master Gardener, Hillsborough County Extension Service. Receive a certificate for a free rain barrel.

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

DO-IT-YOURSELF DIVORCE AND CUSTODY

Tuesday, July 6, 7 p.m.

Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon

FREE

This is a free workshop, hosted by the Brandon Bar Association. In this monthly workshop, you will look at possibilities for "Do It Yourself Divorce and Custody."

Presented by Brent Rose. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

AN EVENING WITH MYRON JACKSON

Tuesday, July 6, 6 p.m.

College Hill Branch Library, 2607 East Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd in Tampa

FREE

Tampa native Myron Jackson will read his award-winning poetry. Well known as a master percussionist and cofounder of "The Kuumba Dancers," Myron will share the wisdom from the heart of a poet and multi-talented artist.

This event is part of the "Old School Meets Spoken Word" series. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

MAINTAIN YOUR BRAIN WORKSHOP

Wednesday, June 30, 12 p.m.

West Tampa Branch Library 2312 West Union St. in Tampa

FREE

Keep your brain healthy! Baby boomers and seniors are encouraged to attend to learn helpful tips and practices that can help you delay the effects of aging and lead an active and happy lifestyle longer. Learn which mental and physical exercises are the most beneficial.

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

Silly Plush Monster Magnets

Monday, June 28, 2 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Library 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Have fun creating your own monster magnets in two hours. No experience needed. Program is for ages 7-12 and registration is required at the Information Desk or call 273-3652.

This program is 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 http://www.hcplc.org/.

FREE LUNCH AND A MOVIE

Saturday, June 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave., in Tampa

FREE

Chipotle Mexican Grill presents a screening of Food Inc. This movie addresses many of the same ideas behind Chipotle's "Food with Integrity" philosopy, as well as the importance of supporting local farms and knowing where your food comes from.

All participants will receive a free burrito lunch from Chipotle Mexican Grill. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

STUFFED ANIMAL SUMMER SLUMBER PARTY

Saturday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

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

FREE

On Friday bring your stuffed animal friend to the library by 5:30pm and leave them overnight where they will enjoy a slumber party with other stuffed animal friends. On Saturday, come back at 10:30am for a "Furry Friends" story time and a picture review of all the activities your stuffed animal did overnight!

This program is for children up to age 12. Parents, please make sure your little one can do without their stuffed friend overnight! For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

FREE WRITING WORKSHOP

Saturday, June 26, 2 p.m.

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 South Manhattan Ave. in Tampa

FREE

Join editor and writing coach Debra Marrs as she discusses fresh ideas on how to remember and record those special turns of events and life passages that are uniquely yours.

This program is funded by the Friends of the Jan Platt Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

STUFFED ANIMAL SUMMER SLUMBER PARTY!

Saturday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

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

FREE

On Friday bring your stuffed animal friend to the library by 5:30pm and leave them overnight where they will enjoy a slumber party with other stuffed animal friends. On Saturday, come back at 10:30am for a "Furry Friends" story time and a picture review of all the activities your stuffed animal did overnight!

This program is for children up to age 12. Parents, please make sure your little one can do without their stuffed friend overnight! For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

INTERNET SECURITY: HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THREATS

Tuesday, June 22, 2 p.m., Thursday, June 24, & Wednesday, June 30 all at 2 p.m.

June 22 Program at Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr. in Brandon

June 24 Program at Austin Davis Library, 17808 Wayne Rd. in Odessa

June 30 Program at SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

FREE

Join us for this workshop to learn about current Internet threats and receive comprehensive information about keeping your computer protected from these threats.

Internet Security is a 2-hour presentation that explains how the malware industry has changed and matured during the past few years. The first part of the presentation describes the scope of the threats that currently exist, both malware and beyond. It also explains the major categories of threats such as Trojans, worms and viruses and how they work.

Free tickets available no earlier than one hour before start of class. This program is co-sponsored by the University of Florida IFAS Extension. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

Food And Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)

Monday, June 21 & Monday, June 28, 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. (Sessions I & II)

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Pkwy. in Temple Terrace

FREE

This free series of six fun, interactive classes are for limited resource families. EFNEP's primary purpose is to give adults the skills they need to make nutritious choices for their families and ultimately improve their overall health.

The program provides education on nutrition, meal planning, shopping skills, cooking skills and food safety to individuals responsible for feeding children. Upon completion of the classes, graduates receive a certificate from the University of Florida.

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

NEW NEWS #2: DERIVATIVES (SOURCE)

Sunday, June 20, 2 p.m.

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 South Manhattan Ave. in Tampa

FREE

New News is a Literary Arts and Performance Series for new works or older works in a new context. It is an artist-driven, chain curatorial project. New News #2 theme is Derivatives (Source) focusing on new works by poets, writers, musicians, hybrid-artists and performers that are derived from other works or are the source of derived works. Artists TBA, see website http://www.newnewsart.blog/ .

This program is funded by the Friends of the Jan Platt Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

An Afternoon With Author Tim Dorsey

Saturday, June 19, 2 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Meet the author Tim Dorsey, former Tampa Tribune journalist turned best-selling novelist, who will discuss his eleven zany, Florida-based mystery novels that highlight what is wild and wonderful about the state. Dorsey also will answer questions and sign copies of his books after his talk.

This program is 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 http://www.hcplc.org/.

MOFFITT'S KNOWLEDGE IS POWER (KIP) - HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Saturday, June 19, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Rd. in Seffner

FREE

Throughout the day, children can rotate between KIP healthy lifestyle education stations every 20 minutes. They will be responsible for having their healthy passport stamped after attending each KIP station. Stations include: Healthy Passport to Prevention & Wellness, KIP Kidz fitness, Mr. Sun and Me, Dangers of Smoking, Healthy Me, and Creative Health through the Arts.

This event is for children ages 6-12. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

Prepare For Hurricane Season

Monday, June 14, 6 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Disaster preparedness workshop: hurricane season has arrived once again. Do you know what to do if a major storm comes our way? This workshop will give you the information you need to get through hurricane season.

This program is made possible through a partnership with the Florida Department of Consumer Services and is 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 http://www.hcplc.org/.

FATHER'S DAY WORKSHOP

Monday, June 14, 1 p.m.

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

FREE

Bring a white t-shirt or other article of cotton clothing and make a tie-dyed surprise for the Dad in your life! We supply the dye, and a limited supply of white t-shirts. This event will be outdoors at the library - make sure you wear old clothes!

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

INTRODUCTION TO HYPNOSIS FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Monday, June 7, 6:30 p.m. Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Dr. in Riverview FREE

Darryl Schumacher, a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists, introduces the health benefits of hypnosis for weight loss. Schumacher will explain how hypnosis works and dispel any misconceptions, conduct a brief group hypnosis session, and answer questions.

Program has a limit of 20 and registration is required; and is funded 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 http://www.hcplc.org/.

DADS AND DOUGHNUTS

Saturday, June 5, 10:30 a.m. SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin FREE

Join us at this special reading program for children and the important men in their lives. Enjoy stories along with juice and pastries.

Registration is required. Please call 273-3652 or stop by the information desk at the library. Funding 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 http://www.hcplc.org/.

STUDY HALL FOR FINALS

Tuesday - Thursday, June 1 - 3, 6:30 p.m. Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave. in Tampa FREE

Students are invited to the library to study for finals in a space set aside just for them.

This program is for teens in high school taking final exams. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit http://www.hcplc.org/.

A CALL TO ALL HISPANIC ARTISTS

Application Deadline June 16 SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin FREE

Applications are due June 16, 2010 for Hispanic artists interested in applying for the "Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibition" which will occur during the months of September and October at the SouthShore Regional Library. For more information, see Laurie Burhop, Coordinator of the John Crawford Art Studio or stop by the Information Desk.

Applications are at the Information Desk or call 273-3652. Event is 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 http://www.hcplc.org/.