January 27, 2011

TRAVEL GUIDEBOOK PIONEERS TO VISIT JOHN F. GERMANY LIBRARY

  • Saturday, Feb. 5, 11 a.m.

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

    FREE

    The John F. Germany Public Library will receive a visit from Arthur and Pauline Frommer, the father and daughter team behind the best-selling line of Frommer’s Travel Guides, as their grand prize for winning the Frommer’s 2010 Library Display Contest. The Frommers will offer their travel and vacation expertise during a one-hour program to be held at the John F. Germany Public Library auditorium.

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

  • PRINCETON REVIEW SAT/ACT PRACTICE

  • Saturday, Feb. 5, 10:30 a.m.

    North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard, Tampa

    FREE

    Need help cracking the SAT or ACT? Want a high score to earn big money in college scholarships? Sign up to take a free practice test administered by the Princeton Review. The PRA test uses questions from both the SAT and ACT to help you discover which test is right for you and the areas where you need help.

    Registration is required. Sign up at the library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Drumming With Orisirsi African Lore



  • Saturday, Feb. 5, 10 a.m. C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Blvd., Tampa
    FREE
    Don and Tutu Harrell transport you to a sphere where music rules, and the heart is full of joy. Celebrate Black History with African music and drums.
    Funded by the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Urban Libraries. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
  • AFRICAN INSPIRED FOLK TALES

  • Friday, Feb. 4, 3:30 p.m.

    Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave., Tampa

    FREE

    Join us for African inspired folk tales by the accomplished storyteller and puppeteer Windell Campbell.

    Funding for this program provided 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.

  • Life Story Writing Workshop (10 week series)

  • Fridays, Feb. 4-Apr. 8, 1:30 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico

    FREE

    An award-winning program of encouragement and instruction in writing your own "Life Story" and organizing a "Life Story" portfolio. A ten-week free workshop for all levels of writing skills.

    Class size limited to 15. Please plan to attend all sessions. Pre-register at the Bloomingdale Regional Library Ask-Me Kiosk. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library and the Bloomingdale Writers Connection. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • PUPPET SHOW: THE LEOPARD'S DRUM

  • Wednesday, Feb. 2, 10:30 a.m.

    North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard, Tampa

    FREE

    When the drum beats and the dancing starts, you'll be transported to a magical time in the jungle. Leopard's drum is wonderful! All the animals wished it belonged to them. Most important of all, Nyame, the Sky God wants it! But Osebo, the leopard isn't sharing his drum. You'll see how the resourceful Tortoise succeeds when all others fail. For ages 4 and up.

    Presented by the Creative Arts Theater 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.

  • AVOIDING CONSUMER FRAUD

  • Tuesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m.

    Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon

    FREE

    Learn steps to protect yourself and avoid becoming the victim of a consumer fraud. An informal question and answer session will follow.

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

  • An Evening With Nyela Oluchi Hope


    Vocalist and Storyteller Nyela Oluchi Hope will provide an entertaining tribute to this Black History celebration in story and song.
  • Tuesday, Feb. 1, 6:30 p.m. C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Blvd., Tampa
    FREE
    Funded by the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Urban Libraries. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
  • THE COMEDY TIME TUNNEL

  • Tuesday, Feb. 1, 6 p.m.

    Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Dr., Riverview

    FREE

    A night of laughter and fun from the National Comedy Hall of Fame Museum. This lecture is filled with exciting visuals and full of laughs from the greatest names in comedy history.

    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.

  • Advanced Digital Photography

  • Tuesday, Feb. 1, 6 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico

    FREE

    Professional photographer, Ronald Slaton, will demonstrate advanced digital photography techniques and will show you how to edit your photos on the computer.

    Class size limited to 25. Sign up at the Ask Me Kiosk. 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.

  • MAGIC FOR EVERYONE

  • Monday, Jan. 31, 7 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Join us for this special magic show featuring magician, Cesar Domico. Enjoy this energized interactive show full of illusions.

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

  • January 24, 2011

    POOR RICHARD PRESENTS: GUIDE TO HEALTH AND FITNESS

  • Saturday, Jan. 29, 2 p.m.

    Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa

    FREE

    Inspired by Benjamin Franklin, America's favorite founding father and member of the International Swimming Hall of Fame, Dr. Rich Davis provides information about a fun, effective health and fitness plan that can benefit anyone.

    Funded by the Friends of the 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.

  • BENJAMIN FRANKLIN CELEBRATES THE 6TH BIRTHDAY OF THE UPPER TAMPA BAY LIBRARY

  • Saturday, Jan. 29, 11 a.m.

    Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa

    FREE

    Ben Franklin started the first circulating library in this country. Dr. Rich Davis, as Ben Franklin, will entertain, enlighten and inspire a love of reading as he discusses his life and achievements and ends with a reenactment of one of Ben's scientific experiments.

    Funded by the Friends of the 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.

  • ALL ABOUT STARS AND PLANETS

  • Saturday, Jan. 29, 11 a.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    A multi-media astronomy presentation about our near neighbors in Space.

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

  • PUPPET SHOW: THE LEOPARD'S DRUM

  • Friday, Jan. 28, 9:30, 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

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

    FREE

    When the drums beat and the dancing starts, you’ll be transported to a magical time in the jungles of Africa. All of the animals wish Leopard’s wonderful drum belonged to them. Most important of all, Nyame, the Sky god wants it! Osebo, the leopard isn’t sharing his drum. Will the resourceful Tortoise succeed when all others fail? For ages 4 and up.

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

  • THE SUCCESSFUL JOB SEARCH (PARTS I & II)

  • Friday, Jan. 28, 10:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

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

    FREE

    The search for work in today's job market is an involved process. Break that process into its component parts so you may put your best face forward. PART I will help you define your work skills and resume, scout the job search terrain, prepare your all-purpose resume, and fine-tune your application. PART II will explain and prepare you for the interview process, the follow-up, and define aspects of the current job market that will affect your search.

    Registration in person required no earlier than one hour prior to the start of the program. Seating Limit: 12. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • TEEN SPECIAL EVENT: ELECTRONIC GAMING NIGHT

  • Thursday, Jan. 27, 6 p.m.

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

    FREE

    Play popular video games with your friends on the library's giant screens! Refreshments will be served. 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.

  • FINDING YOUR ZEN THROUGH PAINTING

  • Wednesday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    This four week adult course will explore the Zen of creativity and painting. How can you let your spirit out by expressing yourself through a mandala and paintings of landscape, still life and figures? Join art instructor Anne Walker for this creative painting series of classes.

    Limit 20. Registration required. Sign up at the Information desk at the library or call 273-3652. Funded 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.

  • HOME FORECLOSURE SEMINAR

  • Wednesday, Jan. 26, 4 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Receive advice from local lenders and bankers on how to deal with an impending home foreclosure.

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

  • HANSEL AND GRETEL

  • Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2:30 p.m.

    Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Rd., W., Lutz

    FREE

    Play ‘N Around Theatre presents an original musical production of Hansel and Gretel. Musical filled with music dancing and audience participation. For K-5th grade.

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

  • BOOK-TO-FILM DISCUSSION

  • Wednesday, Jan. 26, 1:30 p.m.

    Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon

    FREE

    Based on a delightful, funny novel published in 1938. Miss Pettigrew is a middle aged governess in London once again dismissed from her job. When she desperately grabs at an unusual opportunity, her life takes an unexpected turn to high society, glamour and romance.

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

  • Jum, Jive And Jam!

  • Wednesday, Jan. 26, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Blvd., Bloomingdale

    FREE

    A fun and funky high-energy movement class incorporating the right amount of fitness, fun and music to stimulate both the body and the mind.

    Appropriate for children ages 3 - 6 and their caregivers. 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.

  • MASTER GARDENER: ROSES

  • Tuesday, Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m.

    North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard, Tampa

    FREE

    Join Master Gardeners as they discuss and answer your questions about roses.

    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.

  • CERAMIC "CHINESE TEA CUPS" (TWO PARTS)

  • Tuesday, Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Please join art instructor Stephine Grimes for this two-part ceramic class. Students will learn the technique of handbuilding. The first class students will create their tea cups. On February 22 at 6:30pm-8:00pm students will glaze their tea cups.

    You must participate in both class sessions. Limit 15. Registration required. Please call 273-3652 or visit the Information desk in the library.

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

  • Beginning Digital Photography

  • Tuesday, Jan. 25, 6 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Blvd., Bloomingdale

    FREE

    Learn beginning digital photography with professional photographer, Ronald Slaton. He will demonstrate how to use your digital camera and show you how to take good pictures.

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

  • FRIENDS OF THE JIMMIE B. KEEL REGIONAL LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING

  • Tuesday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m.

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

    FREE

    The Friends of the Jimmie B Keel Regional Library will be holding their annual meeting to elect their new officers.

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

  • MASTER GARDENER: GROUND COVERS

  • Monday, Jan. 24, 6:30 p.m.

    Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave., Tampa

    FREE

    Join Master Gardener Virginia Overstreet for a presentation on "Ground Covers". Ground covers are appealing and offer alternatives to Turf grass in some situations. Learn steps to save time and money by reducing the amounts of water and chemicals used in your landscape.

    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.

  • ASK-A-LAWYER: REAL ESTATE LAW

  • Monday, Jan. 24, 6 p.m.

    Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon

    FREE

    Lawyers from the Hillsborough County Bar Association will present a brief overview of Florida Real Estate Law including zoning and land use issues and landlord/tenant relations, followed by an informal question and answer session.

    Presented by 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.

  • Puppet Show: Leopard's Drum

  • Monday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico

    FREE

    When the drums beat and the dancing starts, you will be transported to a magical time in the jungles of Africa. All of the animals wish Leopard’s wonderful drum belonged to them. Most important of all, Nyame, the sky god wants it! Osebo, the leopard isn’t sharing his drum. Will the resourceful tortoise succeed when all others fail?

    For ages 4 and up. Presented by Creative Arts Theatre of the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Dept.

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

  • January 14, 2011

    YOUTH STORYTELLERS TO PERFORM

    Friends of Storytelling of Tampa-Hillsborough County
    tampafriendsofstorytelling@gmail.com
    http://www.tampastory.org/
    813-273-3616

    The Friends of Storytelling of Tampa-Hillsborough County will meet at the Jan Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Avenue, Tampa, Florida, on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 from 7-8:45Pm.

    The public is welcome to this free event. Ambassador Youth Storytellers, Gage Morgan, Haley Lindbak, and Isha Harshe, will be performing their stories from 7-7:30PM. Fifth graders, Gage and Haley, will also be performing their winning Tropicana Speeches which they attribute to their storytelling training.

    A short chapter meeting will follow.

    FOUR SEASONS AUTHOR SERIES PRESENTS DONALD J. GREEN, AUTHOR OF THIRD PARTY MATTERS: POLITICS, PRESIDENTS AND THIRD PARTIES IN AMERICAN HISTORY

    A fascinating and timely topic is on the agenda for the first Four Seasons Authors event of 2011. Entering its second decade, the luncheon/lecture series produced by the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. will host Donald J. Green, author of Third Party Matters: Politics, Presidents and Third Parties in American History on Friday, February 4th, 2011 at noon at the University Club, 38th Floor, One Tampa City Center in downtown Tampa.

    Mr. Green, who graduated from Bucknell University, followed by a master’s degree in Marketing from Baruch School, City College of New York, made a full career in advertising and then turned to his lifelong interest in American history. After studying at the University of London’s Institute of United States Studies, and the London School of Economics, he returned to America and Tampa where he completed an advanced degree at the University of South Florida. His retirement morphed into yet another career as author and academic. His article in The Historian about the Constitutional Unionists, a third party in the critical election of 1860, led him to an in-depth study of third parties, culminating in the publication of Third Party Matters, which drew an overflow audience at the 2010 Festival of Reading in St. Petersburg. He is also teaching at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa.

    The Four Seasons Author Series is presented by the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. The subscription series offers four consecutive literary lunches at which guest authors are invited to speak on a variety of subjects, followed by a question and answer period, with a book signing for those who wish to purchase the featured book.

    Tickets are $30 for a one time event or a subscription for four consecutive luncheons is $100. Reservations are necessary to attend. To reserve your seat for the luncheon, call the Friends office at (813) 273-3616 by Friday, January 28th, 2011 or email fourseasonsluncheon@gmail.com.

    January 10, 2011

    TEEN SWAP MEET

  • Saturday, Jan. 15, 3 p.m.

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

    FREE

    Teens, got stuff you don't want? Don't throw it out--swap it! Bring your no-longer-used stuff to the library and trade with other teens. What may be your "junk" could be someone else's treasure and vice-versa!

    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.

  • SUPER SATURDAY: PIRATES AND PRINCESSES PARTY!

  • Saturday, Jan. 15, 2 p.m.

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

    FREE

    Join us for our annual Pirates and Princesses Party with guest magician Doug Capen. If you would like, come dressed as a pirate or princess. Receive a balloon animal from the magician and decorate a crown or pirate hat.

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

  • SOLAR OBSERVING

  • Saturday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m.

    Science Library @ MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa

    FREE

    Get a chance to observe the sun through a special telescope and learn about our sun as it enters into an active phase.

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

  • HERITAGE HUNTING

  • Saturday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Genealogist Sharon Tate-Moody outlines the steps to take in order to find your long lost ancestors.

    Funded 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.

  • Mom And Baby Yoga

  • Saturday, Jan. 15, 10:30 a.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico

    FREE

    Enjoy a yoga class designed for you and your baby to experience the peaceful benefits from yoga. You will learn postures to help stretch, lengthen and strengthen your muscles while playfully teaching your baby yoga too! No yoga experience is necessary. Please bring a mat, a blanket for your baby to lie on and your child's favorite toy.

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

  • MASTER GARDENER: CAMELLIAS

  • Thursday, Jan. 13, 6:30 p.m.

    Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Rd., Tampa

    FREE

    Even though camellias are native to Asia, they have been a part of the southern landscape for almost 200 years. Learn from a master gardener which of the more than 1,000 varieties do best in our area, what you need to do to have successful growth and flowering, and how to use them to enhance your landscape.

    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.

  • Block Party!

    Thursday, Jan. 13, 6 p.m.

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

    CRAFTY CREATIONS

  • Thursday, Jan. 13, 6 p.m.

    Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Rd., Tampa

    FREE

    Teens,show off your artistic talents and come make something exciting with Duct Tape!

    For ages 13-18. Funded 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.

  • SAVING MONEY ON YOUR HOME ELECTRIC BILL

  • Wednesday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m.

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

    FREE

    Join energy specialists as they conduct a seminar to give you tips on how to save money on your utility bill.

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

  • MASTER GARDENER: VEGETABLE GARDENING 101

  • Wednesday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Master Gardener Phil Channell will discuss the basics of vegetable gardening.

    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.

  • MASTER GARDENER: HASSLE FREE HOUSE PLANTS

  • Wednesday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m.

    Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa

    FREE

    This delightfully educational and humorous presentation covers the top 11 most hassle-free house plants and includes information regarding light, water and fertilizer requirements. Why buy, how to care for, and pest management techniques are discussed by Master Gardener Pat O'Shea. This is a MUST SEE presentation for houseplant lovers!

    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.

  • ADULT WATERCOLOR PENCIL CLASS

  • Wednesday, Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Join art instructor Melissa Miller-Nece for this popular and informative class. Students will learn different techniques exploring the many possibilities of this medium. Limit 20. Registration required. Call 273-3652 or visit the Information desk at the library.

    Funded 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.

  • MASTER GARDENER: PLANT CLINIC - VEGETABLE GARDENING

  • Wednesday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m.

    Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa

    FREE

    Learn about Vegetable Gardening from Hillsborough County Master Gardener Dr. Marina D'Abreau. Optional plant exchange follows.

    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.

  • MASTER GARDENER: PRUNING

  • Tuesday, Jan. 11, 7 p.m.

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

    FREE

    Join master gardener Al Latina and learn about proper pruning techniques for the shrubs and trees in your Florida 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.

  • January 4, 2011

    Master Gardener: Citrus and Other Fruit

  • Tuesday, Jan. 11, 6:30 p.m.

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

    FREE

    Master Gardener Jim Hawk will show how citrus is grown as a dooryard tree and will also include other fruit trees that can be grown in our area. 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.

  • Ceramics "Hand Building with Lids" (Two Sessions)

  • Tuesday, Jan. 11, 6:30 p.m.

    SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin

    FREE

    Please join art instructor Stephanie Grimes for this two-part ceramic class. In the first session, students will hand build a vessel with a lid. In the second session on February 15, students will glaze their vessel. Limit 15 and you must attend both classes. Registration required. Call 273-3652 or visit the information desk at the library.

    Funded 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.

  • Master Gardener: Horticultural Therapy

  • Tuesday, Jan. 11, 10:30 a.m.

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

    FREE

    This discipline uses plants and gardening activities to improve lives physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally. This program will be very rewarding for you.

    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.

  • Honeybees and You

  • Tuesday, Jan. 11, 10 a.m.

    Thonotosassa Branch Library, 10715 Main St., Thonotosassa

    FREE

    Come join us as we learn about the amazing honeybee! We'll explore the different types of bees, their life cycle, and their importance to us and farmers. We'll look at the tools of the trade, real bees and a beekeeper! Funded by the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

  • Master Gardener: Rain Barrels

  • Monday, Jan. 10, 6:30 p.m.

    Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Rd., Lutz

    FREE

    Florida receives an average 52 inches of rainfall a year. Rain barrels are a convenient and efficient way to collect some of that water. Help to reduce the storm water runoff from your yard, and have a free source of chemical-free water to use for irrigating your landscape! A certificate good for one rain barrel will be issued at the end of the workshop.

    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.

  • Ask-A-Lawyer: Family Law

  • Monday, Jan. 10, 6 p.m.

    Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Blvd., Valrico

    FREE

    Free legal advice!! Local lawyers will host a brief informational program on family law, 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.

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