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.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico
FREE
An award-winning program of encouragement and instruction in writing your own "Life Story" and organizing a "Life Story" portfolio. Final 6 weeks for this 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.
Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace
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 meetings. Pre-register at the Temple Terrace Public Library Circulation Desk. Funded by the Friends of the Temple Terrace Public Public Library and the Omar K. Lightfoot Recreation Center. Some meetings will be held at the Lightfoot Recreation Center in Temple Terrace Public. 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 Avenue in Tampa
FREE
Great conversations, artistic explorations, cameras, coffee, chai, sweets and more...This is what you will find at the "Om Cafe" as teens engage in Spotlight Values, an international multi-media exploration dedicated to the United Nations Year of the Youth. At each café, we will creatively explore one value that has the potential to turn the page onto a new story for humanity.
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 www.hcplc.org.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Avenue in Tampa
FREE
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 Avenue in Tampa
FREE
Join us in the celebration of all things Dr. Seuss with stories, and games as we honor him during his birthday month.
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.
George Packer, staff writer for The New Yorker and author of five books including Interesting Times: Writings from a Turbulent Decade and The Assassins’ Gate: America in Iraq, will be the guest speaker on Friday, March 25th, 2011 at noon at the University Club, 38th Floor, One Tampa City Center in downtown Tampa. Throughout his career as a journalist, Packer has always brought his audience brilliant investigative pieces that captivate and enlighten as he offers his accounts of world events. “Long-Form Journalism in the Twitter Era” will be the topic for the next Four Season Author Series, as Mr. Packer intrigues subscribers with his distinctive approach to clarifying the world around us.
In praise of Interesting Times: “George Packer is a modern-day George Orwell. Like the author of Homage to Catalonia, the places he writes about are never stages for personal or ideological heroism. They are always real and full of frustrating facts that expose both liberal and conservative absolutism as reckless attempts to deny reality. Interesting Times should be read not just as an antidote to contemporary media poison, but as a testament to the values of moral seriousness in a troubled age.” —Jed Lipinski, The Village Voice
In praise of The Assassins’ Gate: “Masterful . . . Packer’s sketch of the prewar debates is subtle, sharp and poignant . . . His reporting from Iraq was always good, but the book is even better, putting the reader at the side of Walter Benjamin’s angel of history, watching helplessly as the wreckage unfolds at his feet.” —Gideon Rose, The Washington Post Book World
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 Monday, March 21st, 2011 or email fourseasonsluncheon@gmail.com.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
Presented by the Brandon Bar Association. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.
Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Pkwy, Temple Terrace Public
FREE
Join us in the celebration of all things Dr. Seuss with stories, face-painting, crafts, snacks and more fun as we honor him during his birthday month.
Brought to you with help from the Temple Terrace Public Juniorettes and the Temple Terrace Public Junior Women's Club. 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
Class size limited to 10. Please plan to attend all meetings. Pre-register at the Bloomingdale Regional Library Ask-Me Kiosk. Cosponsored by the Bloomingdale Writers Connection and 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.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Aloha! Join us as Nani dances authentic island dances from Hawaii, New Zealand, and Tahiti. See poi swinging in this exciting and interactive show. Meet her friend, Tori, the squirrel monkey.
For ages 4-12. 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.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
There are stories and cake on a plate.
A craft you can make, so mark the date.
Lots of fun to partake, so don't be late.
It will be great, can't hardly wait!
For school age children ages 5-12. 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.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Rd., Tampa
FREE
Tales such as The Bremen Town Musicians, Rapunzel, Hansel & Gretel, and Snow White come to the stage in the classical 19th-century theatrical style of "MELODRAMA". Full of laughs and audience participation!
A Presentation of the Atlantic Coast Theatre for Youth. Funded by the Friends of the Town 'N Country Regional Library. 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.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
Class size limited to 15. Please sign up at the Ask Me Kiosk. Funded by the Friends of Bloomingdale Regional Library. 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
Financiado por Amigos de la Biblioteca North Tampa (Funded by Friends of North Tampa Library). 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
When 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?
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.
Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 Nebraska Ave., Tampa
FREE
A celebration of African American literacy where participants are invited to read books authored by professional and novice Black writers, hear book talks, and join in a book discussion. Afterwards the celebration continues with food tasting of traditional African American cuisine.
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.
Thonotosassa Branch Library, 10715 Main St., Thonotosassa
FREE
Celebrate Black History Month with vocalist and storyteller Nyela Oluchi Hope.
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.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin
FREE
Did you take the practice SAT/ACT on January 22nd? Attend this program to collect your score report. A Princeton Review representative will demystify your results and offer key test-taking strategies for both the SAT and ACT.
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
Come enjoy a yoga class designed for the expectant mother. You will learn postures to help stretch, lengthen and strengthen your muscles to aid you through your pregnancy. No yoga experience is necessary.
Please bring a mat if possible. This class is for expectant mothers and fathers. Child care will not be provided. 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.
The Florida Library Association, in conjunction with the Florida Division of Library and Information Services, organized Snapshot Day 2011. Snapshot Days are meant to be a simple, effective way to capture all the ways that libraries offer vital services every single day. On January 25, libraries all over the state documented, through statistics, stories and photographs, "a day in the life" of their library. This data will then be aggregated and the result is intended to provide powerful statistics that show the positive impact libraries have on their communities all over the state on a daily basis. Snapshot Day was a fun and exciting opportunity for Tampa-Hillsborough Public Libraries to come together with our communities and show that impact right here in our neighborhood and thanks to all the great support, our Snapshot Day was a huge success! We received over 500 comments from our customers, gathered some important statistics, and took some great photos.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
Join us for an interactive show that is lots of FUN and demonstrates with volunteers what science is really all about. Come see ...
HOT AIR BALLOONS....
FIRE BALLS FROM CANDLES...
THE MAD SCIENCE FLOATING HOVERCRAFT.... all at your library.
Presented by Mad Science of Tampa Bay. 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.
Town ’N Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Ste. 120 Tampa
FREE
Come have popcorn and soda and enjoy watching an awesome movie.
Funded by the Friends of 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.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
Please join us for a physician lecture from the Brandon Regional Hospital, followed by a question and answer session.
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
The art of dance, song and guitar from southern Spain presented by José María Hidalgo and Esther Suárez.
El arte del baile, la canción y la guitarra del sur de España con José María Hidalgo y Esther Suárez. 11 de febrero, 4:30pm. Financiado por Amigos de la Biblioteca North Tampa.
Funded by 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.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
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.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Ave., Tampa
FREE
Join our master gardener for the secrets and shortcuts to make your garden prosper.
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.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico
FREE
A multimedia program for adults that features PowerPoint slide shows, live performance examples, lecturing, and samples of historically significant sound recordings from several jazz icons: Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and others. A question and answer session will follow the performance.
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.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Ste 120, Tampa
FREE
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.
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon
FREE
Funded by the Friends of the Brandon Library.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., Ste 120, Tampa
FREE
This federally insured program has been used many times to save home owning seniors from foreclosure. Come and learn about a safe program that can allow seniors to get cash out of the their home and not have to repay until the home is sold. HUD reverse mortgages are federally insured. SSI and Medicare benefits are not affected by the loan. The program will last about thirty minutes with time for audience questions.
Funded by the Friends of the Brandon Library.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
A multimedia program for adults that features PowerPoint slide shows, live performance examples, lecturing, and samples of historically significant sound recordings from several jazz icons: Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and others. A question and answer session will follow the performance.
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.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa
FREE
A multimedia program for adults that features PowerPoint slide shows, live performance examples, lecturing, and samples of historically significant sound recordings from several jazz icons: Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and others. A question and answer session will follow the performance.
Funded by the Friends of the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library. 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 as we create valentine crafts and gifts to take home with you. Registration is required. Please call 273-3652 or stop by the information desk. This day is a school early release date.
For children ages 5-12. 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.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa
FREE
Accomplished guitarist Jane Rosenbohm will present the classical, Spanish, and contemporary guitar. She has 46 years experience in the musical arts and has performed with several prominent musicians.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org. Funded by the Friends of the New Tampa Regional Library.
Thonotosassa Branch Library, 10715 Main St., Thonotosassa
FREE
In this art lesson presented by local artist, Ronnie Moorer, students will learn about graphite pencils and how to use them in portrait drawing.
For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org. Funded by the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc.
Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Dr., Riverview
FREE
Art educator Minnette Webster introduces pencil drawing techniques.
Limit of 20. Registration is required. 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.
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