May 27, 2014

Introduction To Home Remedies at the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library

Sunday, June 8 at 3:00 p.m.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa
FREE

Learn about natural home remedies using household items for common ailments, and receive guidance on how to incorporate them into daily life.

For adults.

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

The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. who do not endorse the presenter(s).

Military Records At The National Archives at the John F. Germany Public Library

Saturday, June 7 at 11:00 a.m.
John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa
FREE

The Florida Genealogical Society presents professional genealogist Pamela Cooper who will discuss American military records at NARA.

For adults.

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

The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. who do not endorse the presenter(s).

Science In History (Part 2) at the Seffner-Mango Branch Library

Monday, June 2 at 3:00 p.m.
Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner
FREE

America has been the land of opportunity and the birthplace of incredible scientific discoveries! Learn the science behind many of these discoveries. Presented by Marcey Walsh of the Institute for Pattern Literacy LLC.

For grades K to 5.

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.

The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. who do not endorse the presenter(s).

May 19, 2014

Starting A Nonprofit Organization at the John F. Germany Public Library

Thursday, May 29 at 10:30 a.m.
John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Drive in Tampa
FREE

Learn about the initial steps and requirements involved in starting a nonprofit organization and explore alternate ways to serve community needs.

Limited to 20 participants.

For adults.

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



Teen Iron Chef at the North Tampa Branch Library

Tuesday, May 27 at 3:30 p.m.
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa
FREE

You and your team must turn the mystery ingredient into delectable dishes. Win over the judges and win the game! Allez cuisine!

For teens.

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.

Teen Anime Club at the Riverview Branch Library

Tuesday, May 27 at 3:00 p.m.
Riverview Branch Library, 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview
FREE

Join other enthusiasts in screening and discussing the latest and greatest in the world of anime and manga.

For Teens in grades 6 to 12.

Refreshments will be provided.

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.

May 12, 2014

Puppet Show: The Selfish Giant at the Town ’N Country Regional Public Library

Friday, May 23 at 10:15 a.m.
Town ’N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa
FREE

The Bits 'N Pieces Puppet Theatre combines storytelling, literature and music to make a great, fun-filled experience. There will be a brief puppet workshop after the show.

For children ages 4 and up.

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,

The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. who do not endorse the presenter(s).




Online Genealogy Resources at the Ruskin Branch Library

Wednesday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m. Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Drive in Ruskin FREE

Learn to use the library's online genealogical databases, including Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest, and strategies to overcome genealogy research problems.

Seating limit: 36. Registration in person required no earlier than one hour prior to the start of the program.

For adults.

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


Freshwater Turtles at the Seffner-Mango Branch Library

Wednesday, May 21 at 3:00 p.m.
Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Road in Seffner
FREE

Presented by Nancy Murrah of Wildlife Fundamentals. Children grades K-5 will explore, through pictures, the variety of fresh water turtles found in Florida. Each participant will receive a workbook, a turtle identification chart and coloring pages, craft ideas and activity pages.

For children in grades K to 5.

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.

The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. who do not endorse the presenter(s).

May 5, 2014

Storytelling Resource Center Dedication at the John F. Germany Public Library

Sunday, May 18 at 2:00 p.m. John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N Ashley Drive in Tampa
FREE

Join us in celebrating the life and legacy of Virginia Rivers. The Virginia Rivers Storytelling Resource Center will be officially dedicated to honor Virginia, her story, her work, and the community of mentors and storytellers that continue today. Refreshments will be provided. For all ages. Funded by the Friends of Storytelling of Tampa-Hillsborough County. For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org.


Saturday Movie Matinee at the Riverview Branch Library

Saturday, May 17 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. Stay afterwards for a chance to win the PG-Rated DVD.

For all ages.

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.


Library History Roadshow at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

Saturday, May 17 at 10:00 a.m.
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave. in Tampa
FREE

The Library History Roadshow is making a stop at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library. Join us at this event to view and share library photographs, memorabilia and stories.

The Library History Roadshows are an ongoing event and part of the library's 100th anniversary celebration taking place throughout 2014. Items and memories are scanned and collected on site to be digitized and added to the library’s Digital Collections.

This program is presented in partnership with the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library.

For adults.

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

Census Records at the Ruskin Branch Library

Tuesday, May 13 at 3:30 p.m.
Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Drive S.E. in Ruskin
FREE

Learn strategies for using federal, state and special census records to research genealogy.

Seating limit: 36. Registration in person required no earlier than one hour prior to the start of the program.

For adults.

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

Artist Trading Cards at the Town ‘N Country Regional Library

Tuesday, May 13 at 2:45 p.m.
Town ‘N Country Regional Library, 7606 Paula Drive, Ste. 120 in Tampa FREE

Reduce! Recycle! Re-use! Turn old library cards into miniature works of art that can be collected and traded.

For children in grades K to 5.

This program is part of Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library's Centennial celebration.

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.

Everyone’s A Writer at the Temple Terrace Public Library

Monday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway in Temple Terrace
FREE

Dr. James Fisher, local author, illustrates how books can arise from life's passages and problems with a few of his own inspirational life events.

For adults.

For more information about this and other FREE programs @ your library®, call 813-273-3652 or visit www.hcplc.org. The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. who do not endorse the presenter(s).

May 1, 2014

Give Day Tampa Bay

On May 6, 2014, the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc. will participate in Give Day Tampa Bay. Give Day Tampa Bay is a one-day online giving challenge on May 6, 2014, led by the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay and the Florida Next Foundation to raise support for local nonprofits and grow philanthropy in our region. It is a community-wide event to show off Tampa Bay's charitable spirit, raise awareness about local nonprofits, and celebrate the collective effort of the Tampa Bay region. Pledge Now to support the Friends of the Library.