Snow Party!

Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.

Thonotosassa Branch Library, 10715 Main St.
in Thonotosassa

FREE

Welcome the winter with a snow party! Children and families are invited to create a cold-weather craft, play reindeer games, and enjoy a delicious sno-cone while they listen to a snowy story.

For children and families.

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

Protecting Florida Wetlands And Our Vulnerable Environment

Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 3:30 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Peggy Morgan from Florida Department of Environmental Protection will present this informational program about precious Florida wetlands. Morgan’s presentation will discuss the analysis of biological communities in assessing water body health, such as invertebrates and plants in streams, rivers and lakes. In addition, she will discuss the ecological functions of wetlands and streams, how they relate to human populations, and what individuals can do to protect water quality.

For adults.

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

Business Plan In A Day

Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. (Part I) and 1 p.m. (Part II)

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 Nebraska Ave. in Tampa

FREE

In this two-part series, all in one day, participants will receive the critical, time-tested information and tools they need to construct an effective business plan.

For adults. Participants 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.

Puppet Show: Winter Tales

Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m.

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

FREE

Winter Tales includes three favorite winter stories: The Shoemaker and the Elves performed with hand puppets; Hans Brinker and the Silver Skates with shadow puppets; and Scrooge's Sing-a-Long with marionettes. ‘Tis the season for three great stories with good cheer!

For children in grades K to 5. Groups must register in advance.

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.

Winter Holiday Tales

Monday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m.

North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa

FREE

Presents from far-away countries have arrived! With each present, storyteller Katie Adams unwraps a toy that introduces a holiday tale. Matroyshka dolls introduce The Little Snow Girl, a Russian version of Frosty the Snow Man; dreidels begin The Magic Pomegranate, a Jewish adventure story about the true meaning of giving; and Victorian costumes lead into The Shoemaker and the Elves, a tale from old England about elves who help a poor shoemaker and his wife. Katie performs these multi-cultural stories with lots of fun audience participation.

For children in grades K to 5.

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.

Online Shopping: Travel Deals

Sunday, Dec. 16 at 1 p.m.

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

FREE

Learn how to navigate the ever-expanding world of online deal sites to make the most out of the holiday break. Learn ways to save on travel expenses and local attractions, as well as how to shop safely online.

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.

Titanic Documentary

Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.

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

FREE

Come to the library to see a documentary in which master storyteller James Cameron journeys back to the site of his greatest inspiration, the legendary wreck of the Titanic. Moviegoers will experience the ship as if they are part of the crew, right inside the dive subs.

For adults.

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