Tail Waggin' Tutors

At two locations:

Friday, Nov. 9 at 4 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. at the Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz

FREE

What happens when children, dogs and books are brought together? The development of happy, confident children who love to read! Children take turns reading to an adorable certified therapy dog.

For children and families.

Presented in partnership with Therapy Dogs International. 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.

No Fuss Foods: Mediterranean Flavors

Fridays: Nov. 9 and 
30 at 10:30 a.m.

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 how to make easy Mediterranean dishes. Free samples will be available for participants to taste. Shellfish or seafood may be used in the recipes.

For adults. Participants must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 10 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.

Games Galore!

Thursday, Nov. 8 at 6 p.m.

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

FREE

Celebrate International Games Day with an evening of board games, video games and interactive fun led by the Teen Advisory Board! Refreshments will be provided.

For teens ages 12 to 18 years.

Presented by the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Teen Advisory Board. 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.

Leah’s Cartooning

Thursday, Nov. 8 at 4 p.m.

Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview

FREE

Join local teen artist Leah Lopez as she teaches participants how to draw and color cartoons. All materials will
be provided.

For children and teens.

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 www.hcplc.org.

Creative Drama

Thursday, Nov. 8 at 11 a.m.

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

FREE

In Creative Drama, children will enjoy activities that encourage healthy social development and allow them to interpret classic stories through visual arts and music.
For children ages 2 to 5 years, along with their caregivers.

Presented by the Patel Conservatory of the Davis A. Straz, Jr., Center for the Performing Arts. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Mah Jongg Club

At three locations:

Wednesdays: Nov. 7 and 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 3 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

Fridays: Nov. 16 and 30 at 2 p.m. at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd. in Tampa

FREE

Join the Mah Jongg Club to learn and play Mah Jongg using the American rules. Spectators are also welcome. Participants should bring their own Mah Jongg set or card.

For adults. Participants for the SouthShore Regional Library program must register in advance at the Information Desk or by calling 813-273-3652. Participants for the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library program must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Participants for the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library must register at the Information Desk after 1:30 p.m. Limit of 16 participants for all programs.

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

Yoga 101: Intro To Yoga For Adults

Thursdays:
Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 29 at 12:15 p.m.

Wednesdays:
Nov. 7, 14 and 28 at 6 p.m.

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

FREE

Yoga is an activity that can help heal the mind, body and soul. In this one-hour class, Erin Wheeler of Lucky Cat Yoga introduces adults to yoga. Participants will learn basic yoga postures and pranayama (yogic breathing). The class is moderately paced, allowing participants to leave with lots of energy. Participants should bring a towel or a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

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.

The Bloomingdale Giveback Program

Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Participants will learn to crochet or sew a gift, and, at the end of the program, will leave behind their creation for donation to a local hospital or shelter. Stop in to have some creative fun and give back to the community! Materials will be provided.

For children, teens and families.

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.

Chair Yoga

Wednesdays: Nov. 7
and 21 at 10:30 a.m.

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

FREE

Join instructors from Lucky Cat Yoga for this low stress, slow-movement introduction to yoga. Although geared for beginners, this half-hour session is also suitable for intermediate students.

For adults.

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.

Avoiding Lawsuits With Property Insurance And Personal Injury Issues

Tuesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m.

Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive in Brandon

FREE

A local attorney will discuss insurance coverage on property, as well as how to avoid personal injury claims and lawsuits with property insurance. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

For adults.

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.

English-Spanish Conversation

Tuesdays: Nov. 6,
20 and 27 at 3 p.m.

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

FREE

Participants may attend any of these sessions to learn basic conversation in Spanish. Los participantes pueden asistir a cualquiera de estas sesiones para aprender Inglés conversacional básico.

For adults. Para los adultos.

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

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Monday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m.

78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Road in Tampa

FREE

Need community service hours for college and scholarships? Join the library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB). TAB members have fun and earn service hours by creating teen programs, contributing to the library's website, creating videos, and more. Refreshments will be provided.

For teens.

Funded by the Friends of the 78th Street Community Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Microsoft Access: Advanced Forms

Monday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to use Microsoft Access to build a switchboard to navigate a database and use Design view to take forms to the next level.

For adults.

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

Block Party!

At seven locations:

Monday, Nov. 5 at 4 p.m. at the North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

Saturday, Nov. 10 at 1:30 p.m. at the Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa

Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 3:30 p.m. at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 Nebraska Ave. in Tampa

Wednesdays: Nov. 14 and 28 at 3 p.m. at the 78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Road in Tampa

Saturday, Nov. 17 at 11 a.m. at the John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

Sunday, Nov. 25 at 2 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

Monday, Nov. 26 at 3:30 p.m. at the West Tampa Branch Library, 2312 W. Union St. in 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 K to 8.

Funded by the Friends of the North Tampa Branch Library, the Friends of the Town ’N Country Regional Library, the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional 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.

Recipes Online: How To Search For Holiday Recipes And Tips

Monday, Nov. 5 at 1 p.m.;
Tuesday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Learn how to use the Internet to search for holiday recipes and tips by using Web-based search engines and visiting famous chefs’ cooking websites.

For adults.

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

NaNoWriMo Kick-Off Party

Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is an annual creative writing project that encourages participants to tackle the challenge of writing 50,000 words of a novel during the month of November. Get ready to start writing and meet other participants at the NaNoWriMo kick-off party featuring Gwen Rollings, author of Seasons of a Woman, We Band of Sisters, and Help! My Husband Just Retired.

For adults.

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.

NaNoWriMo Write In

At six locations:

Sundays: Nov. 4 and 18 at 1 p.m.
at the Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive in Brandon

Friday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. at the Bruton Memorial Library, 302
W. McLendon St. in Plant City

Friday, Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. at the North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard
in Tampa

Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. at the New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa

Thursday, Nov. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa

Monday, Nov. 26 at 6 p.m. at the Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner

FREE

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is an annual creative writing project that encourages participants to tackle the challenge of writing 50,000 words of a novel during the month of November. Those in need of a space to write, research and commiserate with other writers will enjoy this write in at the library for two hours of writing dangerously. Refreshments will be provided at the Bruton Memorial Library and the North Tampa Branch Library programs, courtesy of their Friends groups.

For adults.

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

Computer Boot Camp: Craigslist And eBay

Sunday, Nov. 4 at 1 p.m.

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

FREE

Come to the library for a hands-on guide to two of the most popular sites on the Internet, Craigslist and eBay! Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are recommended prerequisites for this program.

For adults. Participants must register in person after 12:30 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.

Adobe Photoshop Elements 9.0: Getting Started

Saturday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Get an overview on how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements 9.0 to enhance photos and images.

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.

Family Story Time

At two locations:

Saturday, Nov. 3 at 11 a.m. at the John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa

Thursdays: Nov. 8, 15
and 29 at 7 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way
in Ruskin

FREE

Make reading time family time. Action rhymes, interactive activities, songs and stories make up this fun 30-minute program that celebrates a love of reading for children of all ages.

For children and families.

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

D-Day Documentary

Saturday, Nov. 3 at 11 a.m.

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

FREE

The D-Day invasion of Normandy was a pivotal battle in World War II. In this documentary participants will see the sites of major actions, hear stories from veterans who were there and view the events from the soldiers’ perspective.

For adults.

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

Pokémon League

At two locations:

Saturdays: Nov. 3, 10 and 17 at 10 a.m. at the New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa

Saturday, Nov. 17 at 2:30 p.m. at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd.
in Tampa

FREE

Join fellow fans of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the Pokémon video games for fun at the library. Learn the basics of the game and perfect gaming strategies. Participants should bring their own Pokémon playing cards and Nintendo DS. Pokémon league leaders will facilitate the gaming.

For families.

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 two locations:

Fridays:
Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 30 at 1 p.m.;
Tuesdays:
Nov. 6, 13 and 27 at 6 p.m.
at the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa

Fridays:
Nov 2, 9, 16 and 30 at 2:30 p.m.
at the Charles J. Fendig Public Library, 3909 W. Neptune St. in Tampa

Wednesdays:
Nov. 14 and 28 at 1:30 p.m.
at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway 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 and the Friends of the Charles J. Fendig Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Lutz Area Breastfeeding Support Group

Fridays: Nov. 2 and 16 at 12 p.m.

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

FREE

Breastfeeding is a natural process, but new moms and babies may need some help to learn. Share concerns and receive professional breastfeeding guidance and advice from a Certified Lactation Counselor.

For adult women.

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

Yoga For Well-Being

Thursdays:
Nov. 1 at 5 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.;
Nov. 8, 15 and 29 at 6 p.m.

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

FREE

Integrate body, breath and mind. Join certified yoga instructor Ruben Vasquez as he presents breathing techniques, fundamental yoga postures, and guided relaxation.

For adults.

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.

Tots And Tunes

Thursdays: Nov. 1
and 15 at 11 a.m.

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

FREE

Tots And Tunes provides children an interactive experience with creative movement, group games, singing, large and fine motor skills exercises, and musical development.

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

Presented by the Patel Conservatory of the David A. Straz, Jr., Center for the Performing Arts. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Fall Family Time

Wednesday, Oct. 31 at 6 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Come to the library for an evening of reading and entertainment for the entire family. Listen to The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and have fun bobbing for apples!

For children, teens and families. Bobbing for apples is limited to the first 36 children to arrive.

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.

Halloween Bedtime Stories

Monday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Make reading a spooky family affair. Children may wear pajamas (or a costume!) and bring a blanket and favorite cuddly toy for stories, songs and activities during this 30-minute program. Candy will be available!

For children of all ages, along with their 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.

Microsoft Access: Forms And Reports

Monday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to create forms in Microsoft Access to display and enter data.

For adults.

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

Frankentoys

Monday, Oct. 29 at 6 p.m.

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

FREE

Tweens and teens are invited to bring in broken toys, or toys they don’t use anymore, to turn them into Frankentoys! This program provides a great opportunity to creatively make a brand new toy out of used, discarded and neglected toys.

For tweens 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.

Spooktacular Saturday At The Movies

Saturday, Oct. 27 at 11 a.m.

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

FREE

Relax at the library and enjoy a movie with family.

For children and families.

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

Spooktacular Wii Competition

Saturday, Oct. 27 at 11 a.m.

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

FREE

Come hang out and play Nintendo Wii at the library on our large projection screens.

For families and teens.

Funded by 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.

Spooktacular Storytime

Saturday, Oct. 27 at 10:30 a.m.

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

FREE

Come and join us at the library for some (not so) scary stories and some trick or treating!

For children ages 2 to 8 years.

Funded by 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.

Anime And Manga Club

Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the 6:30 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave.
in Valrico

FREE

Teens will watch some of the latest anime, discuss what is hot in the world of manga, and create and share their own art and comics with other otaku (fans of anime and manga).

For teens in grades 6 to 12.

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.

Understanding Food Allergies

Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library,
8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Mary Keith, Ph.D., with the Hillsborough County Extension Service, will discuss various types of food sensitivities and allergies, as well as how to live, cook and shop with food allergies. Lists of books and reliable Web resources will be provided.

For adults and families.

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

Yu-Gi-Oh Teen Card Club

Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 3:30 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

FREE

Join other fans of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game for fun at the library. Teens are invited to learn the basics or improve their skills, and may even sign up to be a Yu-Gi-Oh! Leader to further share their love of the game with other Club members. Participants may bring their own deck or use one of the library's decks.

For teens ages 12 to 17 years. Participants must register in person after 3 p.m.

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.

Calligraphy

Monday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.

Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Drive in Brandon

FREE

In this introduction to calligraphy by artist Minnette Webster, participants will learn five lettering styles including Old English, how to make borders, about the placement of letters, and much more. All materials will be provided.

For adults. Participants must register in advance at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652. Limit of 20 participants.

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.

Microsoft Access: More Queries

Monday, Oct. 22 at 6:30 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to use Microsoft Access to build queries that perform calculations, change records, and use advanced criteria.

For adults.

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

Family Game Night

Monday, Oct. 22 at 4 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Have fun with friends and family playing games like Connect 4, Jenga, and Monopoly!

For families.

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.

Monster Bash II

Saturday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m.

SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

FREE

Come party under the night sky with live music, games and a costume contest. For participants brave enough, they can test themselves in Food Fear Factor.

For teens.

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.

Flickr

Saturday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Create an online Flickr account and learn how to 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.

Cupcake Wars

Saturday, Oct. 20 at 11 a.m.

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

FREE

With frosting, sprinkles and decorations, the battle is on, and may the best cupcake win! Celebrate National Dessert Month with a little sweetness and a lot of delicious fun in this cupcake decorating competition. The library provides the materials; kids provide the imagination.

For children ages 5 years and up.

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.

Business: Know It Today

Saturday, Oct. 20 
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Road in Tampa

FREE

It’s all business, all day at the library, where participants will learn the basics for starting their own small, minority or women-owned business.

For adults. Participants should bring a lunch for this all-day program, and must register in advance by calling 813-914-4028.

Presented by the Hillsborough County Small Business Information Center. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Young Cartoonist Club

Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave.
in Valrico

FREE

Children will learn about the exciting art of cartooning. The library will provide drawing materials and instruction to advance children's skills and spark their imaginations.

For children.

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.

My Retirement Matters: Preparing For The Future

Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m.

Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace

FREE

This workshop will help participants to gain confidence and clarify their vision for retirement by guiding them to review retirement trends and consider what their income and expenses may be. Then, participants will identify action steps they can take now to make their retirement goals happen.

For adults. Participants must register in advance by calling 813‐626‐5489 or by visiting www.thrivent.com/findaworkshop.

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

Duct Tape Halloween

Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 4:30 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Participants will learn how to make their own costumes, accessories and decorations using duct tape. All materials will be provided.

For teens in grades 6 to 12.

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

Microsoft Access: Basic Queries And Filters

Monday, Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to use Microsoft Access to make simple queries to easily retrieve and filter data from tables.

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

Book Signing And Discussion With Author Joe Kotvas

Monday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m.

Charles J. Fendig Public Library, 3909 W. Neptune St. in Tampa

FREE

Former Tampa City Council Member (elected 1971‐1974; appointed 1978‐1979) and Hillsborough County Commissioner (elected 1980‐1983) Joe Kotvas will discuss his book Men of the Invisible War, The Third Invasion of North America. Kotvas describes the story as one “of love, faith and hardships, suffering and dying. It's the story of the dead crying out to be heard and remembered. It's their story, a story about a forgotten war fought on American soil, about the invasion of America no one really knows or remembers except for those very few remaining who fought there.”

For adults. Check out a copy of this book from any Hillsborough County library. Copies will also be available for sale by the author after the program.

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

Art After School

At two locations:

Monday, Oct. 15 at 4 p.m. at the North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard
in Tampa

Monday, Oct. 15 at 4 p.m. at the Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa

FREE

Art After School provides an outlet for children to express creativity through art. Kids may take home their creations to show off.

For children ages 6 to 12 years, along with their caregivers. Limit of 25 participants.

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.

Computer Boot Camp: Microsoft Excel For Beginners

Sunday, Oct. 14 at 1 p.m.

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

FREE

In this introduction to Microsoft Excel, learn how to format spreadsheets and turn data into charts and graphs. Mouse and keyboard skills are recommended prerequisites for this program.

For adults. Participants must register in person after 12 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.com.