Hiroya Tsukamoto: Acoustic Guitar Music With Japanese Folk Songs at these Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries

•Friday, January 30, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin 

•Monday, February 2 at 7:00 p.m. Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa
FREE

Join Hiroya Tsukamoto as he performs solo acoustic music that will include original materials along with Japanese folk music and the stories behind them. Hiroya is a one-of-a-kind composer, guitarist and singer-songwriter from Kyoto, Japan and his sound has been described as cinematic acoustic music.

For adults. 

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

Introduction to German Genealogy

Wednesday, January 28 at 2:30 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library
15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Where do you start when you want to find a German ancestor? Learn that and more in this basic overview of German genealogy class presented by Joanne Ryder. Ms. Ryder is a member of the Florida State Genealogical Society and the President of the Southwest Florida Germanic Genealogy Society.

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.

The Hula Honeys: Hawaiian Dancers at the SouthShore Regional Library

Saturday, December 13 at 2:30 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Mele Kalikimaka! Join the Hula Honeys as they entertain and perform hulas to traditional and popular music. Audience members will have the opportunity to learn and participate in a simple hula, the Hukilau.

For adults.

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

Puppet Show: Winter Tales at these Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries

• Monday, December 8 at 7:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Public Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

• Thursday, December 11 at 3:30 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico

• Wednesday, December 17 at 3:30 p.m. at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd. in Tampa

FREE

Bits n' Pieces PuppetWorld presents three stories to warm your heart. The shoemaker and his wife learn to give and receive. Hans Brinker thinks of his town first and himself last. Tiny Tim and Scrooge share a song or two filled with laughter. ‘Tis the season for three great stories filled with good cheer.

For children.

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

Astronomy And Telescope Viewing at the SouthShore Regional Library

Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join astronomy enthusiast, Craig MacDougal as he presents a short astronomy lecture inside the library detailing what will be observed in the night’s sky. Immediately following will be 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.

Storytime With Tigger And Eeyore at the SouthShore Regional Library

Saturday, November 22 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 Tigger and his friend, Eeyore. After the stories, do some coloring and have your picture taken with the two friends.

For children.

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

New Music Concert at the SouthShore Regional Library

Saturday, November 15 at 3:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

The New Music Conflagration, Inc. presents an interactive concert experience featuring “Modern Masterworks” by composers such as John Cage, Philip Glass, Steve Reich, Belá Bartók and John Adams. Music is not only performed but each work is introduced to the audience, which serves to create an intimate and warm experience.

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.

Patrick Smith’s Florida Is A Land Remembered at these Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries

• Monday, October 13 at 4:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
• Wednesday, October 15 at 3:00 p.m. at the New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Rick Smith presents a visual storytelling, fun, fast-paced and entertaining show about his father, Patrick D. Smith, and his books, especially A Land Remembered. Few if any books have captured the spirit and colorful history of Florida’s past as Patrick Smith’s beloved novel, which shows the real Florida, not just the vacation destination it is usually considered.

For adults.

Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library and 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.

Monster Bash IV: The Vampire Asylum at the SouthShore Regional Library

Saturday, October 11 at 6:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Our biggest teen event of the year! Live bands, costume contest, and much more! Costumes are encouraged but not required.

For teens ages 13 and up.

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 Organizing Queen at the SouthShore Regional Public Library

Friday, October 10 at 2:30 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Public Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join professional organizer, Betty Arnold, as she demonstrates simple organizing tips and practices that will make life easier and more manageable. Arnold will also share ways to reduce clutter, free up time and energy, and enhance living space, both physical and emotional.

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.

Astronomy & Telescope Viewing at the SouthShore Regional Library

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

Join astronomy enthusiast Craig MacDougal as he presents a short astronomy lecture inside the library detailing what will be observed in the night’s sky. Immediately following will be 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.

Spiritual Songs: The History Of The Negro Spiritual at the SouthShore Regional Public Library

Saturday, September 27 at 2:30 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Public Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

This musical adventure uses powerful storytelling, historical facts and vocal performance to trace the creation and development of the Negro Spiritual as a distinct American Art Form. Spanning the 1600s to the present, Dr. Naima Johnston-Bush uses her dynamic voice to present a historical musical lecture that explores the impact of song to build faith, sustain hope and launch movements that spurred a nation to challenge oppression and overcome adversity.

For adults.

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

Celebrate Talk Like A Pirate Day at the SouthShore Regional Public Library

Saturday, September 20 at 10:30 a.m.
SouthShore Regional Public Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Ahoy Maties! Set sail with Bess as she searches for true treasure! Using stories of pirates, magic, and sea chanties you'll be off on an adventure looking for the kind of treasure that can never be lost.

For children, ages 5 to 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.

Writing & Publishing Seminar at the SouthShore Regional Public Library

Friday, September 19 at 2:30 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Public Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join Penny Fletcher, author of Trial By Fire, as she discusses the ins and outs of the writing and publishing process. Penny has been a reporter, columnist, and Bureau Editor in Hillsborough County for over 35 years. She has worked for Amazon and has published books both traditionally and print on demand.

For adults.

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

Cooking With Wine at the SouthShore Regional Public Library

Friday, September 5 at 2:30 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Public Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join Chef Warren as he explains the benefits and addresses the misconceptions about cooking with wine. He will discuss what kind of wine to cook with and the drawbacks to cooking with wine. The presentation culminates with a 10-minute cooking demonstration and food tasting.

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.

Hansel And Gretel at the SouthShore Regional Library

Monday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join us for this puppet show on the classic tale of the two children who find a house made out of candy. A sweet treat that no one can resist! The show includes a fun-filled Make-and-Take a Puppet Workshop. Presented by Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre.

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.

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).

Survival Paracord Bracelets at the SouthShore Regional Library

Monday, August 4 at 3:00 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Use colorful paracord to create a sturdy survival bracelet! Don't get caught in the wilderness without one! In a pinch it could help you fish, pitch a tent, make a fire, and much MORE! Presented by Ashley's Art Assembly.

For grades 4 and up.

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 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).

Leah’s Cartooning at these Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries

• Monday, August 4 at 2:30 p.m. at the Austin Davis Public Library, 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa
• Tuesday, August 5 at 1:00 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

In this program, local artist Leah Lopez teaches kids how to draw and color cartoons. The library provides the materials; kids provide the imagination.

For grades K to 5.

Funded by the Friends of the Austin Davis Library and 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 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).

Author Event: Tim Dorsey at these Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries

• Saturday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin

• Tuesday, August 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 Central Ave. in Tampa

FREE

Meet author Tim Dorsey, former Tampa Tribune journalist turned novelist, who will discuss his 15 zany, Florida-based mystery novels. Dorsey will also answer questions and sign copies of his books after the program.

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).

Drum Magic at the SouthShore Regional Library

Tuesday, July 29 at 1:00 p.m. and 2:15 p.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 BethShields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Join us for this loud, feet-tapping program featuring drummer Jana Broder who brings drums for everyone. Play together in a drum circle.

Registration is required. Register at the Reference Desk or by calling 273-3652.

For grades K and up.

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 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).