Naturalization Information Session

Three times/locations: 

• Tuesday, November 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the C. Blythe Andrews, Jr.  Library, 2607 E Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. in Tampa
• Friday, November 8 at 3:00 p.m. at the West Tampa Branch Library, 2312 W. Union St. in Tampa
• Saturday, November 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Presented by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, this program will provide information outlining the requirements for naturalization and the basic process for applying for naturalization. A “mock” naturalization interview, a video entitled “A Promise of Freedom” and a question and answer session will also be included.

For adults.

Presented in partnership with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

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

Opening Art Reception Painting and Mixed Media at the SouthShore Regional Public Library

Thursday, November 7 at 6:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

The Painting and Mixed Media Opening Art Reception welcomes artists Harriet Rollitt,Linda Pieroth Smith and Jeanine Tatlock. The show will include paintings, glass mosaics, printing and collage. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. The show runs through January 2, 2014.

For adults.

Funding for this program provided 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.

ABCs And 123s Of Yoga

Two times/locations:
• Thursday, November 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa
• Wednesday, November 13 at 11:00 a.m. at the Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz

Kids benefit from yoga too! Lucky Cat Yoga introduces yoga to toddlers using basic yoga postures. Bring a towel or yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

For children ages 2 to 5.

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

CoderDojo Tampa Bay Area: Teaching Kids To Code at the New Tampa Regional Library

Thursday, November 7 at 5:45 p.m.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

CoderDojo is a worldwide effort to provide a free, open environment to teach eager children about programming. Young people will learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and more from experienced mentors.

For children.

A parent must attend with each CoderKid and a Windows laptop is recommended. A laptop can be provided. Registration is required. CoderKid’s Parents can sign-up at http://www.eventbrite.com/org/3802215495  to reserve a seat.

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

The Bloomingdale Giveback Program at the Bloomingdale Regional Library

Wednesday, November 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico
FREE

Join us for the Bloomingdale Giveback Program. We are learning to sew and crochet. We will be donating these hand-made items to local organizations, such as the Neonatal Center, shelters and nursing centers. Come be a part of something helpful, productive and fun!

All ages.

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.

Line Dancing at the C. Blythe Andrew, Jr. Public Library

Wednesday, November 6 at 4:00 p.m.
C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. M. L. King, Jr. Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Learn how to line dance at the Library. Purple Passion's Vaular Dene Rouse will provide instruction.

For adults.

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

Book Discussion with author Connie May Fowler at the Ruskin Branch Library

Wednesday, November 6 at 1:00 p.m.
Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Dr., S.E. in Ruskin
FREE

 Connie May Fowler will be with us as we discuss her book The Problem with Murmur Lee. Murmur Lee Harp was out for a romantic evening with her lover Billy, when she discovered she has drowned -- but by whose hand? That's what her friends want to know.

For adults.

Copies of the book are available at the library. Presented in Partnership with the Firehouse Cultural Center. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Astronomy & Telescope Viewing at the SouthShore Regional Library

Tuesday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

This program with Craig MacDougal will feature a short astronomy presentation inside the library, detailing what will be observed, followed by an outside viewing of the moon and planets through a telescope.

For adults.

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.

Girl Power! Teen Club at the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library

Tuesdays: November 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 4:30 p.m.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa
FREE

Bring your friends to our weekly afternoon club! Engage in discussion while exploring art, crafts, photography, dance, exercise, games, technology, and more. Come help us decide on each weeks' theme. Girls unite!

For teens.

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.

Diary Of A Wimpy Kid Party at the Town ‘N Country Regional Public Library

Tuesday, November 5 at 2:45 p.m.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa
FREE

Wimps rule! Games and more wimpy fun will all be a part of this event to celebrate the release of the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid book.

For children in grades 3 to 6.

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

In The Footsteps Of Dinosaurs! at the Seffner-Mango Branch Library

Monday, November 4 at 3:00 p.m.
Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner
FREE

Little ones, BIG ones, scary ones and mystery ones – dinosaurs are fascinating! We’ll make Dino Prints and explore the world they lived in and the clues they left behind.

For children.

Presented by Marcey Walsh of the Institute for Pattern Literacy LLC.  Funded by the Friends of the Seffner-Mango Branch Library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Motion Commotion at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library

Monday, November 4 at 10:30 a.m.
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico
FREE

Join us for this fun and very interactive preschool music and movement program as we shake some sillies out.

For children ages 2 to 5 and their parent/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.

Kotler Art Gallery Reception / HCA Lake Wales Ridge Project at the John F. Germany Public Library

Saturday, November 2 at 3:00 p.m.
John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa
FREE

Enjoy the reception and artwork of this traveling exhibit from the Heartland Cultural Alliance, a non-profit organization, featuring art and photographs that express the beauty and importance of Lake Wales Ridge in Highlands County, Florida. Peruse the exhibit while enjoying delicious refreshments. Everyone is welcome to view the exhibit from November 1 - December 14, 2013.

All ages.

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.

Saturday Matinee At The Riverview Branch Library

Saturday, November 2 at 3:00 p.m.
Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview
FREE

Join us as we turn the library into a movie theater. Watch Mike and Sulley compete to be the scariest monster in their class. Stay afterwards for a chance to win the G rated DVD.

For children.

Seating limit: 50. Register at the Reference Desk or by calling 273-3652. 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.

Spooktacular Spectacle at the Thonotosassa Branch Library

Wednesday, October 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Thonotosassa Branch Library, 10715 Main St. in Thonotosassa
FREE

Join us for spooky stories, fun games, and other treats! Kids can come dressed in their favorite costumes!

For children and families.

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

From Idea To Novel: Writing Workshop at the New Tampa Regional Library

Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 p.m.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

John Miller, author of the book Citrus White Gold, will use his boo
k as a framework to teach potential authors how to move from inspiration to publication. Miller will cover how an idea becomes a novel, as well as, how a novel is developed, researched, published and promoted.

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.

You Wouldn't Want To Live In The Middle Ages at the Town ’N Country Regional Public Library

Tuesday, October 29 at 2:45 p.m.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa
FREE

Find out what it was really like to live in the time of medieval knights and ladies. Inspired by the series "You Wouldn't Want to…" by the publisher Franklin Watts.

For children grades K to 5.

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


Media/Event Contact: Sarah Watts-Casinger, Branch Supervisor

Halloween Bedtime Stories at the North Tampa Branch Library

Monday, October 28 at 6:00 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 and their parents/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.

Line Dancing at the C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Saturday, October 26 at 4:00 p.m.
C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Learn how to line dance at the Library. Purple Passion's Vaular Dene Rouse will provide instruction.

For adults.

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

Superheroes In The Stacks at the New Tampa Regional Library

Saturday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m.
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Comic book hero fun for kids! Games, crafts, movies, and a costume contest.

For children entering grades K to 5.

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

A Laugh Full Of Illusion at the Lutz Branch Library

Saturday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz
FREE

In this program, Cesar Domico shares the importance of recycling using magic tricks and comedy.

For grades K to 5.

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.

Viva Florida 500 Home Grown in Hillsborough Festival at the John F. Germany Public Library

Saturday, October 26 at 10:00 a.m.
John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa
FREE

Viva Florida 500, celebrated throughout 2013, commemorates Florida's rich heritage and diverse cultural history. This special event will include dozens of programs featuring local presenter(s) fluent in The Visual, The Audible, and The Edible and offer lectures, panel discussions, and demonstrations on all four floors of the library and the auditorium. Food trucks will be on site.

All ages.

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.

Jump, Jive and Jam! at the Lutz Branch Library

Wednesday, October 23 at 10:15 a.m.
Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road, W. in Lutz
FREE

A fun and funky high-energy movement class with Michelle Pinto, who incorporates the right amount of fitness, fun and music to stimulate both the body and the mind.

For children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers.

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.

Identity Theft: What You Need to Know at the C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00 p.m.
C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. M. L. King, Jr. Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Identity theft can happen to anyone, anywhere, at anytime. Don’t let it happen to you. Join a free 60-minute educational workshop presented by Thrivent Financial representative Matthew Oleson on what you need to know. Learn about the steps you can take to help protect yourself from identity theft, and what you can do if it happens to you.

For adults.

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

Experimental Music at the North Tampa Branch Library

Tuesday, October 21 at 4:00 p.m.
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa
FREE

Join Jesse Vance as we use sound as a medium to explore paths toward our own creativity. We will work with synthesizers and home-built technology to bend and break rules of conventional tonality and thinking.

For children in grades 1 to 5. Families are welcome to join.

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.

Yoga For Beginners at the Town ’N Country Regional Public Library

Mondays: October 21 and 28 at 11:00 a.m.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa

The purpose of yoga is to increase overall well-being by reducing stress and tension and increasing flexibility, strength and breathing capacity. Class instruction on fundamental techniques is tailored to the level of ability and fitness of the participants. Ongoing classes will enable participants to develop practice at an appropriate, gradual pace. Attend this session in comfortable exercise clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel.

For adults.

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.

Book Discussion: The Problem With Murmur Lee by Connie May Fowler at the 78th Street Community Library

Saturday, October 19 at 3:00 p.m.
78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Road in Tampa
FREE

As a new year dawns over the island of Iris Haven, Murmur Lee Harp and her lover, Billy, go for a romantic sail without a care in the world. The
evening comes to an abrupt halt when Murmur Lee discovers that she has drowned--but by whose hand?--in the Iris Haven river. Grief-stricken and haunted by the mysteries surrounding her death, Murmur Lee's circle of friends set out to discover what really happened to her, and in the process they learn as much about her failings and triumphs as their own.

For adults.

Copies of the book are available at the library. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.

Library History Roadshow at the North Tampa Branch Library

Saturday, October 19 at 10:00 a.m.
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa
FREE

Come to the Roadshow and bring your North Tampa Branch Library photographs, memorabilia and stories to share! To prepare for its 100th anniversary in 2014, the library is creating a digital archive of its history. The memories and items you share at the North Tampa Library Roadshow will become part of this new Library History Collection.

All ages.

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

AARP Driver Safety Class at the Bruton Memorial Library

Friday, October 18 at 10:30 a.m. 
Bruton Memorial Library, 302 McLendon St. in Plant City
FREE

Participants who attend this class will learn tips and tricks for driving safely and may receive an insurance discount. Pre-register at the Information Desk by calling (813) 757-9215. Please allow 24 hours when cancelling.

For adults.

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

Story Time with Elmo at the SouthShore Regional Library

Saturday, October 12 at 10:30 a.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join us for this special program featuring stories and songs about Elmo and hisfriends. After the stories, do some coloring and have your picture taken with Elmo.

For children.

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

Riverview Branch Library Book Sale

Saturday, October 12 at 10:00 a.m.
Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview
FREE

The Friends of the Riverview Branch Library will be holding a book sale to raise funds for the library.

For all ages.

Sponsored 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.