Quilting Basics

Saturday, July 7 at 10:30 a.m.

Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Drive, SE in Ruskin

FREE

Learn the basics of quilting from local fiber artist, Nina Tatlock. Bring an ongoing project, a finished accomplishment to share, or simply an eager attitude to learn something new.

For adults.

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

Tai Chi With Bonnie Birdsall

At three locations:

Fridays: July 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 1 p.m. at the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa

Fridays: July 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the Charles J. Fendig Public Library, 3909 W. Neptune St. in Tampa

Tuesdays: July 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 6 p.m. at the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa

Tuesday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. in Tampa

FREE

Tai Chi reduces stress and increases alertness, flexibility and stamina. This class accommodates students of varying capabilities, from those participating from a chair due to injury to those studying in preparation to teach. Birdsall modifies each movement to meet the individual needs of each student. Comfortable clothing should be worn for these sessions.

For adults.

Funded by the Friends of the Jan Platt Library, the Friends of the Charles J. Fendig Library, and 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.

Shana Banana Bedtime Party

At eight locations:

Friday, July 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Charles J. Fendig Public Library, 3909 W. Neptune St.
in Tampa

Tuesday, July 10 at 11 a.m. at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd. in Tampa

Tuesday, July 10 at 3 p.m. at the Seffner-Mango
Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner

Saturday, July 14 at 2 p.m. at the John F. Germany
Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

Monday, July 16 at 2:30 p.m. at the Austin Davis
Public Library, 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa

Friday, July 20 at 2:30 p.m. at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave. in Tampa

Tuesday, July 24 at 2 p.m. at the Lutz
Community Center, 101 First Ave. NE in Lutz

Monday, July 30 at 3 p.m. at Center Place,
619 Vonderburg Drive in Brandon

FREE

It is a pajama party gone totally bananas with cool stories, nocturnal animals and finally, zZzZzZzZ. This program encourages children to dream big.

For children ages 5 to 12 years.

Funded by the Friends of the Charles J. Fendig Library, the Friends of the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library, the Friends of the Seffner-Mango Branch Library, the Friends of the John F. Germany Public Library, the Friends of the Austin Davis Library, the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, the Friends of the Lutz Branch Library, and 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.

Suds It Up!

Thursday, July 5 at 4:30 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to make soap! Choose a mold, then add fragrance and color to make it really special. These make great gifts.

For teens ages 12 to 18 years.

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.

Wills, Trusts And Estates

Tuesday, July 3 at 7 p.m.

Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive in Brandon

FREE

Careful planning of an estate will ensure that wishes are carried out smoothly without unnecessary expense. A legal expert will explain wills and basic estate planning followed by a question and answer session.

For adults.

Presented in partnership with the Brandon Bar Association. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

The Fritzy Brothers One-Man Circus

At four locations:

Tuesday, July 3 at 3 p.m. at the Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner

Wednesday, July 18 at 1:30 p.m. at the Egypt Lake Partnership Library, 3403
W. Lambright St. in Tampa

Thursday, July 19 at 10:30 a.m. at the Port Tampa Recreation Center, 4701 W. Lancaster St. in Tampa

Thursday, July 26 at 2 p.m. at the Winston Park Recreation Center, 7605 Destin Drive in Tampa

FREE

The Fritzy Brothers One-Man Circus will entertain the whole family with acrobatics, humor and juggling.

For children and families.

Funded by the Friends of the Seffner-Mango Branch Library, the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, and the Friends of the Port Tampa City Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Wonders Of Nature

At four locations:

Monday, July 2 at 3 p.m. at the Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview

Thursday, July 12 at 2 p.m.
at the West Tampa Branch Library, 2312 W. Union St. in Tampa

Monday, July 23 at 2:30 p.m.
at the Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa

Thursday, July 26 at 10:30 a.m. at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 Nebraska Ave. in Tampa

FREE

Children are invited to learn about birds of prey, like the flying raptor, with Matt Edmonds’ Wonders of Nature. They will also have the chance to meet a funny talking parrot and other animals, including one of the largest pythons in the world! The show combines audience participation, conservation and humor.

For children ages 5 to 12 years.

Funded by the Friends of the Riverview Branch Library, the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Urban Libraries and the Friends of the Austin Davis Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program

Mondays: July 2 and 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave. in Tampa

FREE

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program will provide education on nutrition, meal planning, shopping, cooking and food safety. This is a four-part series of fun and interactive classes held weekly.

For adults.

Presented in partnership with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and the Hillsborough County Extension Service. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

The Four Seasons Author Series Welcomes Lisa Unger

The Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. welcome award-winning New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger to the Four Seasons Author Series. This special event will take place at the University Club of Tampa on Friday, July 13, 2012 at noon.

Unger is the international bestselling author of BEAUTIFUL LIES and the upcoming HEARTBROKEN. Her novels have sold over 1 million copies in the U.S. and have been translated into 26 different languages. Her writing has been hailed as "masterful" (St. Petersburg Times), "sensational" (Publishers Weekly) and "sophisticated"  (New York Daily News) with "gripping narrative and evocative, muscular prose" (Associated Press).

Unger was born in New Haven, Connecticut but grew up in the Netherlands, England, New Jersey and New York, where she graduated from the New School for Social Research. Unger now divides her time, along with her husband and daughter, between Florida and New York City.

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 and a book signing for those who wish to purchase the featured book.

Tickets are $30 for a one-time event, and 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 or e-mail fourseasonsluncheon@gmail.com. RSVP by Tuesday, July 10, 2012.

Reading With The Rays Kick-Off

Friday, June 29 at 12 p.m.

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

FREE

Meet Rays baseball player Matt Joyce! During this special event kids will learn how to read their way to the ballpark this summer! Kids can listen to Matt Joyce read stories; then pick up a Game Card and start earning cool Rays prizes including a free ticket to a Rays game! No autographs please.

For children ages 5 to 12 years.

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

Drawing A Starry Night

Friday, June 29 at 10:30 a.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave.
in Valrico

FREE

Artist Cory Wright will illustrate techniques for creating a night landscape using pastel chalks. All materials will be provided. Participants should wear a cover up or old clothing.

For adults, families and teens. Participants must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 15 participants.

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.

Storybook Of Dreams

Thursday,
June 28 at 10:30 a.m.

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

FREE

Children will be guided by parrots and puppets on this hilarious, magical journey which explores characters who dare to dream big.

For children ages 5 to 12 years. Presented by the Ninth Period Shows.

Funded by the 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.

Night Photography

At two locations:

Wednesday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive
in Tampa

Friday, June 29 at 3:30 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library,
1906 Bloomingdale Ave.
in Valrico

FREE

Professional photographer Ronald Slaton will teach participants how to take better night photographs with a digital camera. Composition, depth-of-field, lighting, point-of-view and shutter speed will be some of the topics covered.

For adults. Participants must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 25 participants.

Funded by the Friends of the John F. Germany Public Library 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.

Mah Jongg Club

Tuesday, June 26 at 3 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave.
in Valrico

FREE

Join the Mah Jongg Club to learn and play Mah Jongg using the American rules. Spectators are also welcome.

For adults. Participants must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 16 participants.

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.

Feeling Good And Singing Good

Tuesday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in
Temple Terrace

FREE

Join Parent’s Choice Award-winning singer and songwriter Allan Lieberman in this interactive music program for children and families.

For children ages 2 to 6 years, along with their families.

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

Cosplay Ball

Saturday,
June 23 at 6 p.m.

SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

FREE

Come dressed as a popular anime or manga character for a night of anime-themed fun including games, music and prizes. There will be a special contest for the best costume.

For teens. Advance tickets are available for FREE, and ticket-holders are entered into a special drawing.

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.

The Tricky Dogs Show

Saturday, June 23 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

See this hilarious circus-style dog act comedy, starring a group of tricky little dogs and their pet human.

For children ages 5 to 12 years and families.

Funded by the 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.

Introduction To eBay

Saturday, June 23 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to browse, bid, buy and sell items on eBay. Basic mouse and keyboard skills are recommended prerequisites for this program.

For adults. Participants must register in person after 1 p.m. Limit of 12 participants.

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

Meet Sports Writer Peter Golenbock

Saturday, June 23 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Peter Golenbock, sports writer, Florida resident and bestselling author of George: The Poor Little Rich Boy Who Built The Yankee Empire, will discuss the events, sports personalities and teams he has profiled throughout his career.

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

Campground Cooking

Saturday, June 23 at 10:30 a.m.

Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz

FREE

Whether camping out in the backyard or traveling with the family to a national park, outdoor cooking is a great opportunity to get the entire family involved in creative and fun cooking experiences. This program features demonstrations and samples of simple, nutritious recipes.

For families. Participants must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652.

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.

Drumming With Giving Tree Music

Wednesday, June 20 at 7 p.m.

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

FREE

Dance, laugh, sing and enjoy the magic of community and teamwork while playing drums with Giving Tree Music.

For adults ages 20 years and older.

Funding provided by the 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.

Absolute Anime For Adults

Wednesday,
June 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace

FREE

Do not let teens have all the fun; adults like anime, too! The library will be showing a variety of anime movies on the big screen for adults to enjoy.

For adults.

For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-2652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Chair Yoga

Wednesday,
June 20 at 10:30 a.m.

Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W.
in Lutz

FREE

It is never too late to try yoga. Use pranayama (yogic breathing) and slow movements in chairs in a relaxing introduction to yoga.

For adults of all ages.

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.

Magic Show

Tuesday, June 19 at 7 p.m.

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace

FREE

Prepare to be amazed as magician Greg Gaulden shares tricks and illusions that are guaranteed to delight and entertain.

For children and families.

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

Crime Scene Investigation

Tuesday, June 19 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Teens are invited to uncover the real science behind CSI in this program.

For teens ages 12 to 18 years.

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

Vegetarian Cooking With Debbie DeGraaff

Monday, June 18 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn to prepare healthy vegetarian food with Debbie DeGraaff, natural foods chef and author of Light and Lean Vegetarian Cuisine. DeGraaff will demonstrate basic food preparation for healthy eating and share samples of prepared vegetarian dishes.

For adults. Limit of 20 participants.

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

Picasa

Saturday, June 16 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn to use Google's photo sharing tool Picasa to edit, organize and share photos.

For adults. Participants must register in person after 1 p.m. Limit of 12 participants.

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

Story Time: Happy Birthday Port Tampa City Library!

Saturday, June 16 at 10:30 a.m.

Port Tampa City Library, 4902
W. Commerce St. in Tampa

FREE

Children are invited to this special story time to celebrate the birthday of the Port Tampa City Library!

For children ages 2 to 7 years, along with their caregivers.

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

Family Wii Game Zone

Fridays: June 15 and 29 at 2 p.m.

Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz

FREE

Get in the zone with family and friends for some gaming fun with a variety of multiplayer games. Game on!

For children, families and teens.

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.

Block Party!

At three locations:

Thursday, June 14 at 6 p.m. at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave. in Tampa

Monday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz

Sunday, June 24 at 2 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

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, the Friends of the Lutz Branch Library 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.

Wonders Of Nature

Thursday, June 14 at 10:30 a.m.

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

FREE

Children are invited to learn about free-flight behaviors of beautiful raptors and parrots, with Matt Edmond’s Wonders of Nature. They will also have the chance to meet live animals! The show combines audience participation, humor and lessons on conservation.

For children ages 5 to 12 years and families.

Funded by the 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.

Trivia

Wednesday, June 13 at 6 p.m.

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace

FREE

Participants are invited to play spooky movie trivia and win prizes. Individuals and groups of four or fewer may participate.

For adults.

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

Book Discussion: Room By Emma Donoghue

Wednesday, June 13 at 2 p.m.

Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview

FREE

Room is the only world five-year-old Jack knows, until his mother frees them from their prison. Room by Emma Donoghue is a celebration of resilience, a brilliantly executed novel about what it means to journey from one world to another.

For adults.

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

Kindermusik For Preschoolers

Wednesday, June 13 at
10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz

FREE

Joyful Child Studio brings families together while encouraging children to grow through the power of music! This series brings music into children’s daily routines to improve their ability to create, express, reason and think.

For children ages 2 to 5 years, along with their caregivers.

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

Delightful Sounds For Babies

Wednesday, June 13 at 10:05 a.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Delightful Sounds brings families together while encouraging children to grow through the power of music! This series brings music into children’s daily routines to improve their ability to create, express, reason and think.

For children ages 0 to 18 months, along with 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.

The Fritzy Brothers One-Man Circus

Tuesday, June 12 at 7 p.m.

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace

FREE

The Fritzy Brothers One-Man Circus will entertain the whole family with acrobatics, humor and juggling.

For children and families.

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

Rewriting The Classics With Paranormal Themes

Tuesday, June 12 at 7 p.m.

Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive
in Brandon

FREE

Local author Laurel Natale will discuss the current trend in reworking classic novels with the addition of paranormal activity, sea monsters and vampires to well-known characters and plots.

For adults.

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

Tai Chi With Bonnie Birdsall

Tuesdays: June 12
and 19 at 6 p.m.

Fridays: June 15, 22
and 29 at 1 p.m.

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

FREE

Tai Chi reduces stress and increases alertness, flexibility and stamina. This class accommodates students of varying capabilities, from those participating from a chair due to injury to those studying in preparation to teach. Birdsall modifies each movement to meet the individual needs of each student. Comfortable clothing should be worn for these sessions.

For adults.

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.

Discover Cuba Through Its People

Tuesday, June 12 at 3:30 p.m.

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

FREE

Come to the library to learn about legal travel to Cuba through the People to People program provided by Manatee to Manati Sister City Association. Presenter Ivar Fiskaa was onboard for the first Tampa to Havana flight to take place in almost 50 years.

For adults.

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

Delightful Sounds For Preschoolers

Tuesday, June 12 at 11 a.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Delightful Sounds brings families together while encouraging children to grow through the power of music! This series brings music into children’s daily routines to improve their ability to create, express, reason and think.

For children ages 3 to 5 years, along with 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.

Delightful Sounds For Toddlers

Tuesday, June 12 and
Wednesday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Delightful Sounds brings families together while encouraging children to grow through the power of music! This series brings music into children’s daily routines to improve their ability to create, express, reason and think.

For children ages 2 and 3 years, along with 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.

Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program

Mondays: June 11 and 25;
July 2 and 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave. in Tampa

FREE

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program will provide education on nutrition, meal planning, shopping, cooking and food safety. This is a four-part series of fun and interactive classes held weekly.

For adults and families.

Presented in partnership with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and the Hillsborough County Extension Service. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

No Fuss Foods: Budget-Friendly

At two locations:

Monday, June 11 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave.
in Valrico

Saturday, June 23 at 2 p.m. at the John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

Tuesday, June 26 at 6 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Cooking creative, delicious and nutritious meals does not need to take a lot of time or cost a lot of money. Join Rowena Sjovall of No Fuss Foods as she demonstrates side dish recipes that are easy and budget-friendly.

For adults. Participants for the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library program must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 10 participants for Bloomingdale Regional Public Library program; Limit of 20 participants for the John F. Germany Public Library program.

Funded by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library and the 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.

Introduction To Blogging

Saturday, June 9 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

A blog is a great way to share hobbies, life experiences and photos with family members and is an easy way to create a personal webpage. Participants will learn how to create a blog using Google’s Blogger website.

For adults.

Participants must register in person after 1 p.m. Limit of 12 participants. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Circus Dreams Summer Reading Extravaganza

Saturday, June 9 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Dreams are alive under the big top! Find out what Summer Reading is all about: be entertained, gather goodies, and play games at this grand kick-off!

For children and families.

Funded by the 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.

Tea Time 101

Saturday, June 9 at 2 p.m.

Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive in Brandon

FREE

This introduction to natural loose-leaf tea includes a tea tasting complimented with gourmet food. The program covers tea’s history, origin, preparation process and tasting notes. It also reveals the health benefits of tea as supported by scientific research.

For adults.

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.

Paws To Read!

Saturday, June 9 at 11 a.m.

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

Create! Photo Book Via Blurb

Saturday, June 9 at 10:30 a.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Spence Autry will demonstrate how easy it is to turn photographs into glossy, colorful digital photo books. He will also describe inexpensive options for turning photos and writings into a bound book. Participants should bring any favorite photos. All other materials will be provided.

For adults. Participants must register at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 15 participants.

Presented by the Bloomingdale Writers Connection. 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.