A Short History Of Tea at the SouthShore Regional Library

Friday, September 20 at 11 a.m.
SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin
FREE

Today, tea is the most widely consumed beverage worldwide second only to water. Join Shawn Geitner of Beleave Teas, Inc. on a journey that begins in China where the tea plant “Camellia Sinsensis” was discovered over a thousand years ago. Attendees will learn Japan’s influence in tea history and see how tea consumption spread through Europe, Africa and the rest of Asia. Iced tea will be served.

For adults.

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

Flower Arranging 101 at the Bruton Memorial Library

Tuesday, September 17 at 7 p.m.
Bruton Memorial Library, 302 McLendon St. in Plant City
FREE

Darcy from All A Bloom Florists in Plant City will be offering tips and tricks on flower arranging. A
demonstration will be provided.

For adults.

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

CANCELED: Cake Decorating 101 at the Bruton Memorial Library

Monday, September 16 at 7 p.m.
Bruton Memorial Library, 302 McLendon St. in Plant City
FREE


Join a staff member from the Publix Bakery Department for tips and tricks on decorating a cake. Cake samples will be provided while supplies last.

For adults.

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

Using DNA in Your Genealogy Research at the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library

Monday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave. in Tampa
FREE

Using DNA to aid in your genealogy research can help you over a brick wall or help to confirm the research you have completed. This program will provide an overview of commonly used
tests and discuss which test to select. View real test results from the three major vendors and look at how they were used to aid research.

For adults.

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

Viva Florida 500: Artist Terry Klarren at the Temple Terrace Public Library

Monday, September 16 at 6 p.m.
Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Pkwy. in Temple Terrace
FREE

Artist and local Temple Terrace resident, Terry Klaaren, will speak about his love of art and painting natural Florida. He will present a short painting demonstration.

All ages.

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

After School Movie Matinee at the North Tampa Branch Library

Monday, September 16 at 4:00 p.m.
North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Boulevard in Tampa
FREE

Come see the classic 1971 children's movie based on Roald Dahl's book "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Join Charlie as he tours the amazing candy factory of the mysterious eccentric genius, Willy Wonka! We'll also be talking about some of Roald Dahl’s other classic books, and a selection of treats will be available. Rated G. 100 minutes.

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

Back to School Bash at the New Tampa Regional Library

Saturday, September 14 at 11 a.m. 
New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. in Tampa
FREE

Come celebrate the end of the 2013 Summer Library Reading Program, with stories, drumming, dance and song from the far corners of the African continent with Orisirisi. Dig into crafts, games, and a special appearance by the TUMBLEBUS, a fun filled gymnasium on wheels.

For children.

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.