Name: Catching the Light
Start: 2025-06-11T15:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-06-11T16:30:00-04:00
Location: Ruskin Branch Library

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Catching the Light

2025-06-11 15:30:00 2025-06-11 16:30:00 America/New_York Catching the Light Discover the wonders of light and transform colorful tissue paper into a breathtaking suncatcher. Learn about light, its sources, and how it interacts with our world. Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Wednesday, June 11
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-11 15:30:00 2025-06-11 16:30:00 America/New_York Catching the Light Discover the wonders of light and transform colorful tissue paper into a breathtaking suncatcher. Learn about light, its sources, and how it interacts with our world. Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Ruskin Branch Library

Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Discover the wonders of light and transform colorful tissue paper into a breathtaking suncatcher. Learn about light, its sources, and how it interacts with our world.

Recommended for children ages 6-12. Registration recommended.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | School Support |

TAGS: | #SummerReading | | #Education |

Ruskin Branch Library

Hours

About the branch

The Ruskin Branch Library is a friendly, community-oriented library located just east of Highway 41. The building is nestled in a unique location where environmental preservation is important and spectacular views of birds, fish, stingrays and other wildlife are common place. The library routinely offers a variety of programs such as adult book discussions, adult computer classes and summer programming for school-age children.

Upcoming Events

Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien

Tue, Jun 24, All day

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

The Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Tue, Jun 24, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Garden Club Reading Group

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:30am

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

This is a collaboration between the Temple Terrace Library & the Temple Terrace Garden Club. The books for each month are chosen at the previous month's meeting.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:35am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:35am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Turn the Page Book Discussion: For the Love of Summer

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room B

Join us for a discussion of For the Love of Summer by Susan Mallery

Registration is now closed

Tech Help

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Ruskin Branch Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Musical Storytime

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join Ms. Erin for 30 minutes of interactive stories, music, and movement. For children ages 2-5 (siblings welcome) with their caregiver.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Make Believe Theater

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Lights! Color! Action! Storyteller and puppeteer Katie Adams performs Hispanic stories with a dash of Spanish words, a splash of colorful shadow puppets, and audience participation.

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

Registration is now closed

Tony the Balloon Guy

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Ruskin Branch Library

Tony the Balloon Guy uses humor and balloon art in an interactive way to promote reading and library attendance. At end of event, guests may handle balloon sculptures, which are latex.

Registration is now closed

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:45am - 12:05pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:45am - 12:15pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jun 24, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

Registration is now closed

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Registration is now closed

Mahjong & Scrabble

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy Mahjong or Scrabble at the library! Mahjong players need to be familiar with the game; Scrabble is for everybody. Come play!

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Registration is now closed

Colorful Beaded Bracelets

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Computer Lab (Room 4)

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Learn & Draw with the Florida Aquarium - Coral Reef

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Coral reefs are like the ocean's superheroes! They're packed with life and support a huge variety of creatures.

This event is full

The Art of Comics to Tell Stories

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Pictures are worth 1,000 words. Learn how to "show" the pictures to "tell" your stories through the art of comics/graphic novels, with explanation of the process, definitions, and differences.

The Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library - Programming Room

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Painting on Canvas for Kids - Color Express

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express. Materials provided.

Registration is now closed

Crochet Buddies

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Come work on your latest crochet project or learn some beginning steps! For ages 9 and up. Registration is not required, but space is limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis.

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Family Story Time

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Beading

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

Registration is now closed

Beginner Origami

Tue, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come sharpen your skills or learn something new! Supplies and instructions provided, you bring your creativity. For ages 8 and up.

Line Dancing Class

Tue, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Choreographed line dance instructed by Michelle Richardson. Enjoy repeated sequence steps to all kinds of music.

Hatha Yoga

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

This program will be a physical yoga practice for adults at all levels with modifications offered as needed.

This event is full

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jun 24, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

This event is full

Conversation Corner

Tue, Jun 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jun 24, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

This event is full

Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien

Wed, Jun 25, All day

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

The Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Wed, Jun 25, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:35am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

ECC Presentation - Grants

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library

Grants - Research Basics and Demographics Now

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Community Room A & B

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

This event is full

Tote-ally Creative

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Bring your summer reading library tote bag to transform into your own personal work of art using paint and markers. What will you design?

Painting on Light

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:20am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 11:45am - 12:15pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation for Adults

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use.

This event is full

Family Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Rescheduled

The Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Thursday, June 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lutz Branch Library

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Blackout Poetry

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Blackout Poetry

This event is full

Painting on Light

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

This event is full

Clay with the Color Express

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions.

Learn & Draw with the Florida Aquarium - Coral Reefs

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New venue John F. Germany Public Library - Cecil Beach Conference Room

Coral reefs are like the ocean's superheroes! They're packed with life and support a huge variety of creatures.

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

The Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Canvas Bag Tie Dye

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Maureen Gauzza Community Room

Discover the history of dyeing from around the world. Learn about the chemical reaction that makes tie-dye permanent. Use the fundamentals of color theory to create your own tie-dye project.

This event is full

Dog Tales with Fuzzy Rogers

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Fuzzy Rogers loves to snuggle up with anyone who wants to share a book and some pats on the head. You can find him in the children?s area ready to listen!

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Baby Time

Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 3:50pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Conversation Corner

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Study Room 2

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Origami: The Art of Paper Folding

Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 211

Learn about the ancient, beautiful art of paper folding and create your own origami desk jar.

This event is full

A Court of Book Lovers: ACOTAR Book Club

Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss and dive into the magical world of A Court of Mist and Fury! The second book of the series, this event is a continuation set to gather old & new book fans

Turn the Page Book Discussion: For the Love of Summer

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C

Join us for a discussion of For the Love of Summer by Susan Mallery

Graphic Novel Book Club: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees

Wed, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Gretchen Del Savio Conference Room 137

Join us for a discussion of Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees by Patrick Horvath.

Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien

Thu, Jun 26, All day

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

The Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Thu, Jun 26, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:35am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:35am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Cleaning Up with Art

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Join us as we create our very own foaming hand soaps and sugar scrubs. These can make great homemade gifts for friends and family.

This event is full

Book Discussion - One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Tampa Branch Library - Computer Lab (Room 4)

Join us for a discussion of One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle

BabyTime

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tech Help

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Computer Lab

Bring your technology questions to the library.

Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:20am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Terrestrial Animal Ambassadors

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Learn about a variety of terrestrial animals with the Florida Aquarium.

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Tech Help

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Study Room 1

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

BabyTime

Thu, Jun 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Friend of the Riverview Public Library Meeting

Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

Join the Friends of the Riverview Public Library at their monthly meeting. All are welcome, including non-members.

Book Discussion - The Art Thief

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Join us for a discussion of The Art Thief by Michael Finkel.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Topics

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Makerspace Room 146

Explore a variety of technology concepts and skills. Today's topic is Borders, Art and Printing.

Baby Time

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

The Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Tech Help

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Community Room A & B

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Catching the Light

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Maureen Gauzza Community Room

Discover the wonders of light and transform colorful tissue paper into a breathtaking suncatcher. Learn about light, its sources, and how it interacts with our world.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Children's Music and Fun with Evan and Vanessa!

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library - Programming Room

Evan and Vanessa perform original and traditional songs in English and Spanish, as well as a variety of interactive sound and listening activities such as "I Hear with My Little Ear".

Book Discussion: That Summer by Jennifer Weiner

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 2

While trying to pinpoint the root of her dissatisfaction with her life, Daisy Shoemaker begins receiving misdirected emails meant for another woman.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Cancelled

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Read & Build!

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Get ready to read & build with us! A story time book will first be read aloud & afterward a "building session" will start based off of the book! Will it be a spaceship? A racecar? Join us to find out!

Tech Help

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Computer Lab

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Ruskin Book Discussion: The Sound and the Fury

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Join us for a discussion of The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner

Music with Mr. Brad

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Join Mr. Brad in this entertaining sing-along musical adventure. Featuring a variety of instruments, he will get the kids moving, dancing, singing, and laughing all while teaching about music.

The Art of Comics to Tell Stories

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Pictures are worth 1,000 words. Learn how to "show" the pictures to "tell" your stories through the art of comics/graphic novels, with explanation of the process, definitions, and differences.

Craft Club

Thu, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Dedicate some time to your creative pursuits and discuss your current project with other Craft Club goers! This is BYOC (Bring Your Own Craft) so you bring the project and we'll provide the space.

Stamp It Out: Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Matthew Gregory Community Room

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

This event is full

Ayuda técnica (Tech Help)

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

¡Traiga sus preguntas técnicas a la biblioteca! Nuestro personal puede brindarle asistencia introductoria con su computadora, tableta, teléfono inteligente o lector electrónico.

Canvas Painting with The Color Express

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room A & B

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

This event is full

Teen Tasty Treats - Tie-Dye Waffles

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy sweet and savory treats? Stop by the library to make some tie-dye waffles!

This event is full

Ayuda técnica (Tech Help)

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

¡Traiga sus preguntas técnicas a la biblioteca! Nuestro personal puede brindarle asistencia introductoria con su computadora, tableta, teléfono inteligente o lector electrónico.

Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien

Fri, Jun 27, All day

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

The Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Fri, Jun 27, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:35am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:35am

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:35am

John F. Germany Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Bilingual Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Hero Quest

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Attendees will have fun creating their very own hero using art supplies and simple writing techniques for character creation.

This event is full

Baby Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:20am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

John F. Germany Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Computer Lab (Room 4)

Bring your technology questions to the library. Library staff can help you troubleshoot computers and technology, explore apps and devices, use eReaders, find eBooks, and navigate digital resources.

Registration is now closed

Tai Chi and Yoga Flow

Fri, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Find your center with this calming session of Tai Chi hosted by Florida Meditation Center.

Drama Kids Theater Workshop

Fri, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

In this acting workshop, Drama Kids International will teach kids about the art of theater and lead them in fun dramatic exercises that will help them express their creativity,

Teen K-Pop Trivia

Fri, Jun 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Think you're the champion of K-Pop trivia? Gather with friends to test your knowledge!

Gallery Hour

Fri, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Create something to be displayed in the library during The Art of Reading Summer Reading Challenge! Artwork must be created in-house and will be displayed at the library?s discretion then returned.

Terrestrial Animal Ambassadors

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Learn about a variety of terrestrial animals with the Florida Aquarium.

This event is full

Movie Screening - Matilda (PG)

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Join us for a movie screening of Matilda (1996).

The Art of Writing for Moving Pictures

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Have you ever wanted to write for film and tv? Dive into the differences between writing a book/short story and a movie/tv show, through cinematic storytelling vs. narrative.

Clay with the Color Express

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions.

This event is full

Hand Embroidered Greeting Card

Fri, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Origami - The Art of Paper Folding

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Learn about the ancient, beautiful art of paper folding and create your own origami desk jar.

Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien

Sat, Jun 28, All day

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

The Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Sat, Jun 28, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jun 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jun 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Steam Time - Fizzy Art

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Engage in a hands on STEAM activity. Today's focus is Fizzy Art!

This event is full

Family Story Time

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Potions in Motion

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 11:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Take matter into your own hands and explore the difference between chemical and physical changes with fizzing, slimy, and colorful chemical reactions!

Great Books Roundtable

Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Robbins Room

The Great Books Roundtable group will read The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, by Muriel Spark, for June 28 and The Sign of Four, by Arthur Conan Doyle, for July 26.

Tampa Taiko Japanese Drumming

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

Explore and honor Japanese culture through an ancient Japanese art form, taiko. In this interactive program, students respond to, describe, interpret, and evaluate music as performers and listeners.

Silver Screen Saturdays: Top Gun (PG)

Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Join us for a movie screening of Top Gun (1986).

Clay with The Color Express

Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions. Materials provided.

Learning Circle - Crochet Basics

Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Explore crochet basics with Hoopla.

This event is full

Conversation Corner

Sat, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien

Mon, Jun 30, All day

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library

The Gallery @ 2902 presents the artwork of Rose Millien.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Mon, Jun 30, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:35am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:35am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:35am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Gallery Hour

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Create something to be displayed in the library during The Art of Reading Summer Reading Challenge! Artwork must be created in-house and will be displayed at the library?s discretion then returned.

Book Sale - Hosted by the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Library

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Please join us for the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Library Monthly Book Sale! There will be plenty of books, grab bags, and gifts for all ages.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:20am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:20am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Painting on Heavy Cardstock with the Color Express

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express. Materials provided.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Mon, Jun 30, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Painting on Light

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

This event is full

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Rescheduled

The Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Wednesday, June 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New venue Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

The Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Conversation Corner - Summer Conversation Corner

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Arcade Monday

Mon, Jun 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Play against others in this videogame fun filled hour with our Nintendo switches! Think you have what it takes to be the champ? Join us as we play some old and new games to you!

Teen Art Night

Mon, Jun 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Stop by the library for a night to chill and make art! Supplies are provided along with lofi beats and snacks to accompany your art-making process. For ages 13-17.

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Mon, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Tue, Jul 01, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:35am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:35am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Ruskin Branch Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Musical Storytime

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join Ms. Erin for 30 minutes of interactive stories, music, and movement. For children ages 2-5 (siblings welcome) with their caregiver.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:20am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:20am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:45am - 12:05pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:45am - 12:15pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 01, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Lunch & Live Music

Tue, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come enjoy your lunch break with live music at the library! Food and drinks will be provided, but you can bring your own lunch instead.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

This event is full

Mahjong & Scrabble

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy Mahjong or Scrabble at the library! Mahjong players need to be familiar with the game; Scrabble is for everybody. Come play!

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

This event is full

Nature in Art Nouveau

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Learn about the beautiful art movement from the turn of the 20th century, Art Nouveau! Participants will get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Terrestrial Animal Ambassadors

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Learn about a variety of terrestrial animals with the Florida Aquarium.

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

ICY SCI, LLC!

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

A fun-filled science spectacular where kids can't help but grow in the learning process, as they witness firsthand that science is fun!

This event is full

Clay with the Color Express

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ruskin Branch Library

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions.

This event is full

The Crabgrass Cowboys

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy a selection of Country, Rockabilly, Americana, Bluegrass and Swing music performed by Hapi & Patty, dressed as performers from the 1940's.

Crochet Buddies

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Come work on your latest crochet project or learn some beginning steps! For ages 9 and up. Registration is not required, but space is limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis.

Movie Screening: Because of Winn-Dixie (PG)

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room A

Join us for a movie screening of Because of Winn Dixie.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Portrait Drawing Made Easy - A Bilingual Program

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New venue John F. Germany Public Library - Cecil Beach Conference Room

Learn to create expressive portraits inspired by arts and culture. Work with colored pencils using an aromatherapy blending gel. No prior drawing experience necessary.

This event is full

Beginner Origami

Tue, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come sharpen your skills or learn something new! Supplies and instructions provided, you bring your creativity. For ages 8 and up.

Line Dancing Class

Tue, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Choreographed line dance instructed by Michelle Richardson. Enjoy repeated sequence steps to all kinds of music.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Conversation Corner

Tue, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 01, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

This event is full

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Wed, Jul 02, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:35am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Cancelled

Metro BrigAIDe Outreach

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

If you are currently unhoused, please pass by the welcoming environment in the library and learn about the different services provided by

Read & Build!

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Potions in Motion with MOSI

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Take matter into your own hands and explore the difference between chemical and physical changes with fizzing, slimy, and colorful chemical reactions!

This event is full

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:20am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Learn & Draw with the Florida Aqarium - Coral Reefs

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Coral reefs are like the ocean's superheroes! They're packed with life and support a huge variety of creatures.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 11:45am - 12:15pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Health Screening with Baycare

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Visit us at Bruton Memorial Library and get a FREE Wellness Check with BayCare!!

Movie Screening: - Shaun the Sheep Movie (PG)

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Join us for a movie screening of Shaun the Sheep Movie (2015).

Watercolors with The Color Express

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library - Programming Room

Teens will paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

Movie Screening: - Inside Out 2 (PG)

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Join us for a movie screening of Inside Out 2 (2024).

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 3:50pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Conversation Corner

Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Study Room 2

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Build-A-Book!

Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Local author, Rod Martinez, inspires & helps you create your own book in this Build-A-Book workshop! Join us for all the workshop days this month to make your own. What will your story be about?

Recording Studio Orientation for Adults

Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Thu, Jul 03, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:35am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:35am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

OneBlood Donation Drive

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Giving begins with you! Register to be a life-saving donor and save up to 3 lives! Donors receive a $20 e-gift card and OneBlood stainless steel tumbler.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Conference Room

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:20am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tech Program - Working with Apps

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Brandon Regional Library

Learn about some of the best apps for your tablet.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Study Room 1

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

This event is full

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 03, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

This event is full

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Yarn Art - Tactile Canvas "Paintings"

Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Create a beautiful mini artwork. Glue yarn onto a stretched canvas using a landscape or an abstract design.

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Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Origami: The Art of Paper Folding

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Learn about the ancient, beautiful art of paper folding and create your own origami desk jar.

This event is full

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tote-ally Creative

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Bring your summer reading library tote bag to transform into your own personal work of art using paint and markers. What will you design?

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Computer Lab

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Portrait Drawing Made Easy - A Bilingual Program

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Learn to create expressive portraits inspired by arts and culture. Work with colored pencils using an aromatherapy blending gel. No prior drawing experience necessary.

Teen Craft Night - Perler Beads

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Stop by the library and make something interesting! Simple activities with easy-to-follow instructions and something fun for you to take home!

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

Fri, Jul 04, All day

Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library

Bruton Memorial Library, Temple Terrace Public Library, and all branches of the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library will be closed on July 4th, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Sat, Jul 05, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 05, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 05, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

John F. Germany Public Library

Join us for the Recording Studio orientation.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Conversation Corner

Sat, Jul 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Mon, Jul 07, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:35am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:35am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:35am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Book Tasting

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join us for this book tasting session! With randomized handpicked books from our collection, enjoy a cup of coffee (provided) as you read a few pages and discuss your thoughts on the chapters read.

Nature in Art Nouveau

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Learn about the beautiful art movement from the turn of the 20th century, Art Nouveau! Participants will get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:20am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:20am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Learn & Draw with the Florida Aqarium - Sharks

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room A & B

Join us on an exciting journey as we learn about sharks, an incredible creature, about their unique survival strategies and their vital role in maintaining the balance of our marine ecosystems.

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Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 07, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Needles @ Noon - A Library Sewing Social

Mon, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

It's an afternoon of sewing and socializing! Bring your projects-in-process (sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting, whatever!) to this informal crafting get-together.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Canvas Bag Tie Dye

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Unleash your creativity and help save the planet by tie-dyeing your own reusable shopping bag.

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Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Conversation Corner - Summer Conversation Corner

Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Arcade Monday

Mon, Jul 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Play against others in this videogame fun filled hour with our Nintendo switches! Think you have what it takes to be the champ? Join us as we play some old and new games to you!

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 5:15pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 07, 5:15pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Teen Art Night

Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Stop by the library for a night to chill and make art! Supplies are provided along with lofi beats and snacks to accompany your art-making process. For ages 13-17.

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 5:45pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 07, 5:45pm - 6:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Ukulele Strum & Sing

Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Play the ukulele at the Library!

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Tue, Jul 08, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:35am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:35am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Ruskin Branch Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Musical Storytime

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join Ms. Erin for 30 minutes of interactive stories, music, and movement. For children ages 2-5 (siblings welcome) with their caregiver.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 08, 10:35am - 11:05am

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Book Discussion: Remarkably Bright Creatures

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Join us for a discussion of this month's book club selection.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Painting on Light

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:20am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:20am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tony the Balloon Guy

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Tony the Balloon Guy uses humor and balloon art in an interactive way to promote reading and library attendance. At end of event, guests may handle balloon sculptures, which are latex.

Storytelling with Windell Campbell

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Community Room A & B

Enjoy the wonder of storytelling through the art of puppetry! Windell Campbell's skill in making inanimate objects seem real is merged with the storyteller's art of turning words into memorable tales.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Music with Mr. Brad

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Join Mr. Brad in this entertaining sing-along musical adventure. Featuring a variety of instruments including guitar, violin, drums, piano, mandolin, and flute.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:45am - 12:05pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:45am - 12:15pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 08, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Lunch & Live Music

Tue, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come enjoy your lunch break with live music at the library! Food and drinks will be provided, but you can bring your own lunch instead.

Painting on Light

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

This event is full

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Make Believe Theater

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Lights! Color! Action! Storyteller and puppeteer Katie Adams performs Hispanic stories with a dash of Spanish words, a splash of colorful shadow puppets and audience participation.

Mahjong & Scrabble

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy Mahjong or Scrabble at the library! Mahjong players need to be familiar with the game; Scrabble is for everybody. Come play!

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Painting on Light

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Makerspace

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Canvas Painting with The Color Express

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

Potion in Motion with MOSI

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Take matter into your own hands and explore the difference between chemical and physical changes with fizzing, slimy, and colorful chemical reactions!

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Canvas Painting for Kids with The Color Express

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express. Materials provided.

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Crochet Buddies

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Come work on your latest crochet project or learn some beginning steps! For ages 9 and up. Registration is not required, but space is limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Yarn Art: Tactile Canvas Painting

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Create a beautiful mini artwork. Glue yarn onto a stretched canvas using a landscape or an abstract design.

The Art of Comics to Tell Stories

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Pictures are worth 1,000 words. Learn how to "show" the pictures to "tell" your stories through the art of comics/graphic novels, with explanation of the process, definitions, and differences.

Sew Good

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

A beginner-friendly sewing class that will let you learn how to sew as you work on new projects. Supplies are provided but space is limited so register today! Recommended for ages 9+

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 4:00pm

Book Discussion for Teens - Solitaire by Alice Oseman

Tue, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Come join us for a discussion on "Solitaire" by Alice Oseman. Recommended for teens. Registration Recommended.

Line Dancing Class

Tue, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Choreographed line dance instructed by Michelle Richardson. Enjoy repeated sequence steps to all kinds of music.

Makerspace Open Lab - Sewing Workshop

Tue, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - The Hive

Drop in during our Open Lab hours to use our sewing machines and supplies! You can work on your own project or request assistance from library staff.

The Art of Writing for Moving Pictures

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Have you ever wanted to write for film and tv? Dive into the differences between writing a book/short story and a movie/tv show, through cinematic storytelling vs. narrative.

I Still Read YA Book Discussion - Grimoire of Grave Fates

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 211

Join us for a discussion of Grimoire of Grave Fates by Hanna Alkaf & Margaret Owen.

Hatha Yoga

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

This program will be a physical yoga practice for adults at all levels with modifications offered as needed.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Conversation Corner

Tue, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 08, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Wed, Jul 09, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:35am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Hero Quest

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Attendees will have fun creating their very own hero using art supplies and simple writing techniques for character creation.

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Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:20am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Catching the Light

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Room 105

Discover the wonders of light and transform colorful tissue paper into a breathtaking suncatcher. Learn about light, its sources, and how it interacts with our world.

This event is full

Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Terrestrial Animal Ambassadors

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Learn about a variety of terrestrial animals with the Florida Aquarium.

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Tote-ally Creative

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Bring your summer reading library tote bag to transform into your own personal work of art using paint and markers. What will you design?

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 11:45am - 12:15pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation for Adults

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Make Believe Theater

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Lights! Color! Action! Storyteller and puppeteer Katie Adams performs Hispanic stories with a dash of Spanish words, a splash of colorful shadow puppets, and audience participation.

Community Drum Circle with Giving Tree Music

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Participants will drum, dance, laugh and learn about drums, gratitude, teamwork and community. Presented by Giving Tree Music. For all ages. Limited to 40 participants.

Book Club

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Read and talk about popular fiction and nonfiction.

Painting on Light

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

This event is full

Catching the Light

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Discover the wonders of light and transform colorful tissue paper into a breathtaking suncatcher. Learn about light, its sources, and how it interacts with our world.

This event is full

Cleaning Up with Art

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Join us as we create our very own foaming hand soaps and sugar scrubs. These can make great homemade gifts for friends and family.

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Exploring the World of Flags

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Explore the world through flags. Flags are everywhere, sometimes in unexpected places! Learn about the variety of flags that surround us in everyday life and create a decorative door flag.

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Baby Time

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 3:50pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Music Form Around the World

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Join us to learn about different music from around the world including Polka from Germany, Tarantella from Italy, well-known Latin American songs, and even other famous songs.

Stamp It Out - Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

This event is full

Color Café

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come unwind & color with us outside the lines (or in!) with some tea, music, and like-minded color enthusiasts!! All coloring levels welcome!

Conversation Corner

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Study Room 2

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Colorful Beaded Bracelets

Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Computer Lab (Room 5)

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

This event is full

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Makerspace Room 146

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Watercolors with The Color Express

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room A & B

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

This event is full

Florida History Book Club Presents: - The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Murray

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

John F. Germany Public Library - Cecil Beach Conference Room

Join us for a book discussion

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Thu, Jul 10, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:35am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:35am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscopes and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

This event is full

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

This event is full

Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:20am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Computer Lab

Bring your technology questions to the library.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Study Room 1

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

This event is full

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Yarn Art: Tactile Canvas Painting

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Create a beautiful mini artwork. Glue yarn onto a stretched canvas using a landscape or an abstract design.

This event is full

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Fiero Code for Teens

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Learn about life as a programmer from real-life coders via video and get started with Fiero Code.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Gator Safety

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Learning to live harmoniously with alligators is key to the safety of human and reptile alike. Come learn about alligators and how we can coexist with these amazing and important reptiles.

Clay with The Color Express

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions.

This event is full

Colorful Beaded Bracelets

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Computer Lab

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Thu, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

Zine Zone

Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

What's a zine? A do-it-yourself magazine that can come in different shapes, sizes, and colors! Relax with this craft project and make your own zine to take home or be put on display at the library.

Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Learn about the surprising number of Park Service locations, that not only showcase the United States great scenery, but also tell of its history.

Teen Powerpoint Night

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Come and present about your current obsessions! Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Fri, Jul 11, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:35am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:35am

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:35am

John F. Germany Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Gallery Hour

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Create something to be displayed in the library during The Art of Reading Summer Reading Challenge! Artwork must be created in-house and will be displayed at the library?s discretion then returned.

Bilingual Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:20am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

John F. Germany Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Computer Lab (Room 4)

Bring your technology questions to the library. Library staff can help you troubleshoot computers and technology, explore apps and devices, use eReaders, find eBooks, and navigate digital resources.

Registration is now closed

Genealogy - Your Heritage and Family History

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Community Room A & B

Unlock the secrets of your past! Join an engaging introduction to genealogy. Learn how to trace your ancestry, uncover your family's social history, and even use new technologies for your research.

Tai Chi and Yoga Flow

Fri, Jul 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Find your center with this calming session of Tai Chi hosted by Florida Meditation Center.

Musical Passports with The Giving Tree Music

Fri, Jul 11, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library

Join us for a virtual event performed by The Giving Tree Music Group that teaches about musical instruments from the Asian, Australian, and Pacific Island cultures.

Cancelled

Movie Screening - Wicked (PG)

Fri, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 3:45pm

John F. Germany Public Library

Join us for a movie screening of Wicked (2024)

Teen Movies @ the Library - Spirited Away (PG)

Fri, Jul 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Come and join us for a movie screening with snacks, drinks, and coloring provided! This week, we will be watching Spirited Away.

Nature in Art Nouveau

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Learn about the beautiful art movement from the turn of the 20th century, Art Nouveau! Participants will get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home.

This event is full

Clay with the Color Express

Fri, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions.

This event is full

Mr. Tommy and GiGI

Fri, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room A & B

Children's imaginations will soar as they become a part of this uniquely interactive variety show! With their guitar, ukulele, and contagious lyrics, Mr.Tommy and Gigi will have kids on their feet!

Kids Kahoot Trivia

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Test your smarts in this one hour trivia event! Come compete against others for a chance to win the MYSTERY PRIZE! Just don't forget to bring your Wi-Fi capable device!!

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Sat, Jul 12, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Friends Of The John F. Germany Public Library Book Sale

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm

John F. Germany Public Library

The Grover's Corner Bookstore is open during normal library operating hours. The Loading Dock Bookstore is open from 10:00 to 3:00 on second Saturday of each month.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

This event is full

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Cancelled

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tampa Taiko Japanese Drumming

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Explore and honor Japanese culture through an ancient Japanese art form, taiko. In this interactive program, students respond to, describe, interpret, and evaluate music as performers and listeners.

Didgeridoo Adventure Down Under - Australian Music, Entertainment & More!

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Join an adventure to the Land Down Under. You'll hear otherworldly sounds from a didgeridoo, explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, and learn about amazing animals like kangaroos and koalas.

Music From Around the World

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Join us to learn about different music from around the world including Polka from Germany, Tarantella from Italy, well-known Latin American songs, and even other famous songs.

Sewing Workshop - Book Sleeve

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Join us for this sewing workshop to learn how to sew your own book sleeve. Challenge yourself to work on sewing curves, learn to install snap fasteners and practice topstitching.

This event is full

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Computer Lab

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Colorful Beaded Bracelets

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

This event is full

Conversation Corner

Sat, Jul 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Mon, Jul 14, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:35am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:35am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:35am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Read & Build!

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:20am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:20am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Painting on Heavy Cardstock with The Color Express

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express. Materials provided.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 14, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Creative Writing

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Robbins Room

Writers in all genres can share, brainstorm, talk about publication practices, and read their drafts aloud for feedback and encouragement.

Stamp It Out - Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Computer Lab

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

This event is full

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Conversation Corner - Summer Conversation Corner

Mon, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Arcade Monday

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Play against others in this videogame fun filled hour with our Nintendo switches! Think you have what it takes to be the champ? Join us as we play some old and new games to you!

Crafting with Jessica

Mon, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Come get inspired with our guest host Jessica Smith for a fun craft the whole family can enjoy.

Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 5:30pm

Romance Book Club - Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Brandon Regional Library - Margaret Linsley Clayton Community Room

Join us for a discussion of Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura.

Friends of the Seminole Heights Branch Library - Monthly Meeting

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Room 105

Join the Friends of the Seminole Heights Branch Library for their monthly meeting.

Zentangle

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Miriam Zimms will lead participants in the relaxing, meditative abstract art practice of Zentangle.

The Nature of Art Nouveau

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - McLean Family Community Room

Learn about the beautiful art movement of the turn of the century, Art Nouveau! Participants will also get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home!

Book Discussion - Starling House

Mon, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Gretchen Del Savio Conference Room 137

Join us for a discussion of "Starling House" by Alix E. Harrow!

Music From Around The World

Mon, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Join us to learn about different music from around the world including Polka from Germany, Tarantella from Italy, well-known Latin American songs, and even other famous songs.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Tue, Jul 15, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Book Discussion - Starling House

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 11:15am

Riverview Public Library - Gretchen Del Savio Conference Room 137

Join us for a discussion of "Starling House" by Alix E. Harrow!

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:35am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:35am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Ruskin Branch Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Musical Storytime

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join Ms. Erin for 30 minutes of interactive stories, music, and movement. For children ages 2-5 (siblings welcome) with their caregiver.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:20am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:20am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Clean Up with Art

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Join us as we create our very own foaming hand soaps and sugar scrubs. These can make great homemade gifts for friends and family.

This event is full

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:45am - 12:05pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:45am - 12:15pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 15, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Lunch & Live Music

Tue, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come enjoy your lunch break with live music at the library! Food and drinks will be provided, but you can bring your own lunch instead.

Friends of the North Tampa Branch Library Meeting

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Monthly Meeting

Book Discussion-Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of Anxious People by Fredrik Backman.

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Mahjong & Scrabble

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy Mahjong or Scrabble at the library! Mahjong players need to be familiar with the game; Scrabble is for everybody. Come play!

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 15, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Conference Room

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Canvas Bag Tie Dye

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Unleash your creativity and help save the planet by tie-dyeing your own reusable shopping bag.

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

This event is full

Movie Screening: The Woman King (PG-13)

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Join us for a movie screening of The Woman King (2022).

Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Aussie Funk Jam - Didgeridoo Workshop!

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Join in an interactive and hands-on musical workshop experience and learn the didgeridoo!

Watercolors with The Color Express

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Teens will paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

Crochet Buddies

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Come work on your latest crochet project or learn some beginning steps! For ages 9 and up. Registration is not required, but space is limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis.

Bits N Pieces Puppet Theatre: Puss in Boots

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room A & B

Bits N Pieces Puppet Theatre presents their merry marionettes in Puss In Boots by the French author Charles Perrault. Funded by the Friends of the Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library.

Colorful Beaded Bracelets

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Painting on Light

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

Sew Good

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

A beginner-friendly sewing class that will let you learn how to sew as you work on new projects. Supplies are provided but space is limited so register today! Recommended for ages 9+

Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 4:00pm

Book Discussion - One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

Tue, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Meeting Room 2

Join us for a discussion of One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey.

Line Dancing Class

Tue, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Choreographed line dance instructed by Michelle Richardson. Enjoy repeated sequence steps to all kinds of music.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Conversation Corner

Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 15, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Wed, Jul 16, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:35am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Cancelled

Metro BrigAIDe Outreach

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

If you are currently unhoused, please pass by the welcoming environment in the library and learn about the different services provided by

Super Hero Show with Mad Science

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Let?s learn how to save the day with Mad Science! Join us in this fun and interactive show with science demonstrations for all ages.

Exploring the World of Flags

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Room 105

Explore the world through flags. Flags are everywhere, sometimes in unexpected places! Learn about the variety of flags that surround us in everyday life and create a decorative door flag.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:20am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:45am - 12:15pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Kahoot Trivia

Wed, Jul 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Test your smarts in this one hour trivia event! Come compete against others for a chance to win the MYSTERY PRIZE! Just don't forget to bring your Wi-Fi capable device!!

Terrestrial Animal Ambassadors

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Learn about a variety of terrestrial animals with with Florida Aquarium.

This event is full

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Beading

Wed, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Makerspace Room 146

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

This event is full

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

This event is full

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Maureen Gauzza Community Room

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Stamp It Out: Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

Dog Tales with Rhea

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Rhea is a new member of our Dog Tales team! Rhea loves to chase balls and talks to her humans with buttons!

Adult Program: Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 3:50pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards

Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Join us to learn about the history of greeting cards and make your own using beginner friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided.

Conversation Corner

Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Study Room 2

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Build-A-Book!

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Local author, Rod Martinez, inspires & helps you create your own book in this Build-A-Book workshop! Join us for all the workshop days this month to make your own. What will your story be about?

Recording Studio Orientation for Adults

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use.

Summer Reading - Nature in Art Nouveau

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Learn about the beautiful art movement from the turn of the 20th century, Art Nouveau! Participants will get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home.

This event is full

Yarn Art: Tactile Canvas Painting

Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Create a beautiful mini artwork. Glue yarn onto a stretched canvas using a landscape or an abstract design.

This event is full

Music & More Down Under and Beyond - Didgeridoo World Music Concert!

Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

Join us on a musical journey to Australia and other distant lands, listening to an assortment of exotic didgeridoos and worldly percussion instruments.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Thu, Jul 17, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:35am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:35am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:20am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Book Discussion - None Of This Is True by Lisa Jewell

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Join us for a discussion of None Of This Is True by Lisa Jewell. Copies of the book are available at the library, or in our library catalog in e-audiobook or e-book formats.

Archiving Class - with Tampa Museum of Art

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A

Interested in getting detailed and high-quality photos for your artwork, sculptures, or collection? Learn how to best preserve them.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Study Room 1

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Friends of the Riverview Public Library Meeting

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

Join the Friends of the Riverview Public Library at their monthly meeting. All are welcome, including non-members.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Riverview Public Library Time Capsule Opening Ceremony

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

In the spirit of preservation and legacy, please join us for the opening of the Riverview Public Library's time capsule.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 17, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

This event is full

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room A & B

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

Clay with The Color Express

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Community Room A & B

Participants will participate in a step-by-step instruction of the making of a masterpiece with Clay.

Learn & Draw with the Florida Aquarium - Coral Reef

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Coral reefs are like the ocean's superheroes! They're packed with life and support a huge variety of creatures.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Computer Lab

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Tote-ally Creative

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Bring your summer reading library tote bag to transform into your own personal work of art using paint and markers. What will you design?

Art From The Heart

Thu, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Visit us at the library to make your very own Art from the Heart as you and fellow crafters try out a new artistic medium once a month! Supplies are provided.

This event is full

Stamp It Out: Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

This event is full

Stamp It Out: Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

This event is full

The Art of Writing for Moving Pictures

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Have you ever wanted to write for film and tv? Dive into the differences between writing a book/short story and a movie/tv show, through cinematic storytelling vs. narrative.

Teen Anime Watch Party - Mashle: Magic and Muscles

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Calling all anime enthusiasts and potential fans! Come and enjoy a new show with snacks, drinks, and coloring provided. This week, we will be watching Mashle: Magic and Muscles.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Fri, Jul 18, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:35am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:35am

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - Green Room Room 156

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:35am

John F. Germany Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Nature in Art Nouveau

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Learn about the beautiful art movement from the turn of the 20th century, Art Nouveau! Participants will get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home.

Bilingual Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:20am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - Green Room Room 156

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

John F. Germany Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Computer Lab (Room 4)

Bring your technology questions to the library. Library staff can help you troubleshoot computers and technology, explore apps and devices, use eReaders, find eBooks, and navigate digital resources.

Registration is now closed

Gallery Hour

Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Create something to be displayed in the library during The Art of Reading Summer Reading Challenge! Artwork must be created in-house and will be displayed at the library?s discretion then returned.

Tai Chi and Yoga Flow

Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Find your center with this calming session of Tai Chi hosted by Florida Meditation Center.

Musical Passports with The Giving Tree Music

Fri, Jul 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library

Join us for a virtual event performed by The Giving Tree Music Group that teaches about musical instruments from the South American, Latin American, and North American cultures.

Teen Game Night

Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Love games, challenges, and hanging out with friends? Swing by the library for an hour of video game fun!

Canvas Bag Tie Dye

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

Unleash your creativity and help save the planet by tie-dyeing your own reusable shopping bag.

This event is full

Canvas Painting with The Color Express

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

Gator Safety

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Learning to live harmoniously with alligators is key to the safety of human and reptile alike. Come learn about alligators and how we can coexist with these amazing and important reptiles.

Movie Screening: - The Wild Robot (PG)

Fri, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Join us for a movie screening of The Wild Robot (2024).

Re-Jeweled

Fri, Jul 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Give old jewelry new life! Bring your own broken or missized pieces to repair, turn them into something new, or use jewelry and supplies provided to create a new vision.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Sat, Jul 19, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

HLC tutor seminar: How to Build a Lesson

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library

Join us for a free virtual seminar on lesson planning for ESOL and Literacy tutors, facilitated by Hillsborough Literacy Council board member Dr. Mari Sakai.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Makerspace Orientation

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

John F. Germany Public Library

Join us for a Maker Space Orientation

Yarn Art: Tactile Canvas Painting

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Create a beautiful mini artwork. Glue yarn onto a stretched canvas using a landscape or an abstract design.

Archiving Class - with Tampa Museum of Art

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Maureen Gauzza Community Room

Interested in getting detailed and high-quality photos for your artwork, sculptures, or collection? Learn how to best preserve them.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

The Art of Writing for Moving Pictures

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Have you ever wanted to write for film and tv? Dive into the differences between writing a book/short story and a movie/tv show, through cinematic storytelling vs. narrative.

Tampa Taiko Japanese Drumming

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

John F. Germany Public Library - Auditorium

Explore and honor Japanese culture through an ancient Japanese art form, taiko. In this interactive program, students respond to, describe, interpret, and evaluate music as performers and listeners.

ICY SCI, LLC! - Where scientific exploration is awakened & brought to life!

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

A fun-filled science spectacular where kids can't help but grow in the learning process, as they witness firsthand that science is fun!

Interactive Drum Circles by Giving Tree Music

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A & B

Giving tree uses their drums as their vehicle to transport a group of people to a place of stronger community and to foster a deeper connection with each other. Together we create more!

Saturday Stitch - Butterfly Mobile

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Make a striking and colorful butterfly mobile with felt and pompoms. All supplies provided.

Book Discussion - The Art Thief by Michael Finkel

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Computer Lab

Join us for a discussion of The Art Thief by Michael Finkel.

Colorful Beaded Bracelets

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Room 105

Join us as we explore the history and cultural roots of beading and create our own Peyote stitch beaded bracelet!

DIY: Duct Tape Rose

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Join us as we explore the history, science, and the decorating potential of Duct Tape as we craft a rose topper for a pen.

Clay with the Color Express

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Teens will complete their clay masterpiece following step by step instructions.

Colonial Florida: Exploring History & Language Through Maps

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

John F. Germany Public Library - Cecil Beach Conference Room

This program is a part of the City Of Tampa's Archive Awareness Week.

Conversation Corner

Sat, Jul 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Mon, Jul 21, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:35am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:35am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:35am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Book Tasting

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join us for this book tasting session! With randomized handpicked books from our collection, enjoy a cup of coffee (provided) as you read a few pages and discuss your thoughts on the chapters read.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:20am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:20am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Book Discussion for Adults - The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning/Soulful Simplicity

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Conference Room

Come join us for a discussion for two books "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning" by Margareta Magnusson and "Soulful Simplicity" by Courtney Carver. Registration recommended for Adults.

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Children's Music and Fun with Evan and Vanessa!

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Evan and Vanessa perform original and traditional songs in English and Spanish, as well as a variety of interactive sound and listening activities such as ?I Hear With My Little Ear."

Toddler Time

Mon, Jul 21, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Needles @ Noon - A Library Sewing Social

Mon, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

It's an afternoon of sewing and socializing! Bring your projects-in-process (sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting, whatever!) to this informal crafting get-together.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tote-ally Creative

Mon, Jul 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Bring your summer reading library tote bag to transform into your own personal work of art using paint and markers. What will you design?

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Computer Lab

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

This event is full

Bilingual Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Storytime Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Clay with The Color Express

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

John F. Germany Public Library - Auditorium

Participants will participate in a step-by-step instruction of the making of a masterpiece with Clay.

Botanical Calligraphy

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Learn the basic principles of brush pen calligraphy and how to use them to create pretty botanic inspired designs. We will draw some summer themed art in marker ink.

Family Story Time

Mon, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Conversation Corner - Summer Conversation Corner

Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Conference Room

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Arcade Monday

Mon, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Play against others in this videogame fun filled hour with our Nintendo switches! Think you have what it takes to be the champ? Join us as we play some old and new games to you!

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 5:15pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 21, 5:15pm - 5:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Teen Art Night

Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Stop by the library for a night to chill and make art! Supplies are provided along with lofi beats and snacks to accompany your art-making process. For ages 13-17.

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 5:45pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Cancelled

Cat-ch Your Breath

Mon, Jul 21, 5:45pm - 6:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Take a break from reading, writing, and studying. Cat-ch your breath with a little love and cuddle time with an adoptable cat from Raining Cats and Dogs Shelter! For ages 8 and up.

Art for Adults - Coloring

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

It's coloring time for grown-ups! We'll have adult-level summer-themed coloring pages with gel pens, art pencils, markers, and crayons to use.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Tue, Jul 22, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Garden Club Reading Group

Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

This is a collaboration between the Temple Terrace Library & the Temple Terrace Garden Club. The books for each month are chosen at the previous month's meeting.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:35am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:35am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:35am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Turn the Page Book Discussion: How to Age Disgracefully

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room B

Join us for a discussion of How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley

Tech Help

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Ruskin Branch Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Musical Storytime

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join Ms. Erin for 30 minutes of interactive stories, music, and movement. For children ages 2-5 (siblings welcome) with their caregiver.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:20am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:20am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:20am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Summer Advemtures with MyON

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Join in the fun to promote reading over the summer with MyON! Discover fun books to read this summer, participate in activities, and learn how MyON can help you find more great reading suggestions.

Interactive Drum Circles by Giving Tree Music

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Giving tree uses their drums as their vehicle to transport a group of people to a place of stronger community and to foster a deeper connection with each other. Together we create more!

ICY, SCI, LLC! - Where scientific exploration is awakened & brought to life!

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ruskin Branch Library

A fun-filled science spectacular where kids can't help but grow in the learning process, as they witness firsthand that science is fun!

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:45am - 12:05pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:45am - 12:15pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Toddler Time

Tue, Jul 22, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Lunch & Live Music

Tue, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come enjoy your lunch break with live music at the library! Food and drinks will be provided, but you can bring your own lunch instead.

Summer Slime

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Engage in a hands-on STEAM activity. Today's focus is summer slime.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 12:00pm

Egyptology Cryptology

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Explore the world of Ancient Egypt! Participants will learn about the great history and culture from these ancient times, learn to read hieroglyphs, and create their own papyrus!

This event is full

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Mahjong & Scrabble

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy Mahjong or Scrabble at the library! Mahjong players need to be familiar with the game; Scrabble is for everybody. Come play!

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software.

Painting on Light

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Uncover the secrets of light through hands-on exploration and design a faux stained-glass bookmark. Learn about visible light and color.

Origami: The Art of Paper Folding

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Maureen Gauzza Community Room

Learn about the ancient, beautiful art of paper folding and create your own origami desk jar.

Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

Botanical Calligraphy

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Learn the basic principles of brush pen calligraphy and how to use them to create pretty botanic inspired designs. We will draw some summer themed art in marker ink.

Genealogy - Your Heritage and Family History

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library - Programming Room

Unlock the secrets of your past! Join an engaging introduction to genealogy. Learn how to trace your ancestry, uncover your family's social history, and even use new technologies for your research.

The Magic of Kindness

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Join us for a magic show featuring music, comedy, and audience participation.

Crochet Buddies

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Marion Cook

Come work on your latest crochet project or learn some beginning steps! For ages 9 and up. Registration is not required, but space is limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis.

Family Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Book Discussion: Starter Villain by John Scalzi

Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Join us for a discussion of Starter Villain by John Scalzi.

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacle through crafting, creativity and colorful gems.

Beginner Origami

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come sharpen your skills or learn something new! Supplies and instructions provided, you bring your creativity. For ages 8 and up.

Line Dancing Class

Tue, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library

Choreographed line dance instructed by Michelle Richardson. Enjoy repeated sequence steps to all kinds of music.

Watercolors with The Color Express

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece.

Hatha Yoga

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

This program will be a physical yoga practice for adults at all levels with modifications offered as needed.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Riverview Public Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Conversation Corner

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Recording Studio Orientation

Tue, Jul 22, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use. NOTE: This is not a training for recording studio equipment or software. Registration is required.

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Wed, Jul 23, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:35am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Book and Movie Meet Up: Holes

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss the age-old question: was the book really better than the movie? Read the book, watch the film, and then discuss which you preferred! Light refreshments will be provided.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Riverview Public Library - James B. Jim Johnson Community Room 109 A

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:20am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library - Witt Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Summer Adventures with MyON

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Join in the fun to promote reading over the summer with MyON! Discover fun books to read this summer, participate in activities, and learn how MyON can help you find more great reading suggestions.

Didgeridoo Adventure Down Under - Australian Music, Entertainment, and More!

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Join an adventure to the Land Down Under.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 11:45am - 12:15pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Recording Studio Orientation for Adults

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Recording Studio

Visit our Recording Studio for a tour and overview of the devices and software available for use.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

The Art of Comics to Tell Stories

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Community Room

Pictures are worth 1,000 words. Learn how to "show" the pictures to "tell" your stories through the art of comics/graphic novels, with explanation of the process, definitions, and differences.

Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Community Room

Learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open your mind to endless visual spectacles through crafting, creativity, and colorful gems.

Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C & D

Learn about accidental inventions like playdough, then get hands on by making your own!

This event is full

Botanical Calligraphy

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Community Room A & B

Learn the basic principles of brush pen calligraphy and how to use them to create pretty botanic inspired designs. We will draw some summer themed art in marker ink.

Music with Mr. Brad

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Join Mr. Brad in this entertaining sing-along musical adventure. Featuring a variety of instruments, he will get the kids moving, dancing, singing, and laughing all while teaching about music.

Portrait Drawing Made Easy - A Bilingual Program

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Meeting Room 1 & 2

Learn to create expressive portraits inspired by arts and culture. Work with colored pencils using an aromatherapy blending gel. No prior drawing experience necessary.

Potions in Motion with MOSI

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library - Community Room A & B

Take matter into your own hands and explore the difference between chemical and physical changes with fizzing, slimy, and colorful chemical reactions!

Cleaning Up with Art

Wed, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library - Pauline Dickman Lawler Community Room

Join us as we create our very own foaming hand soaps and sugar scrubs. These can make great homemade gifts for friends and family.

This event is full

Baby Time

Wed, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 3:50pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Origami: The Art of Paper Folding

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Learn about the ancient, beautiful art of paper folding and create your own origami desk jar.

Color Café

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Come unwind & color with us outside the lines (or in!) with some tea, music, and like-minded color enthusiasts!! All coloring levels welcome!

Conversation Corner

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Study Room 2

Practice speaking English in the comfort of a small group with an English speaker to help you try new words. Meet for conversation with other adult language learners.

Music Hits with 5th Gear

Wed, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join us as we jam out with the band 5th Gear as they play some popular hits from the past! *refreshments provided

Turn the Page Book Discussion: How to Age Disgracefully

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room C

Join us for a discussion of How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley

Stamp It Out: Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Riverview Public Library - Makerspace Room 146

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

Kotler Gallery Presents - American Pickers by Tony Rosa

Thu, Jul 24, All day

John F. Germany Public Library - Arnold and Louise Kotler Art Gallery

American Pickers is a powerful art exhibition by self-taught Florida artist Tony Rosa, celebrating the labor and spirit of orange grove workers in Florida?s heartland.

Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Meeting Room

Join us as the Friends of the Library stock the Meeting Room to the brim with tons of books and goodies for their Summer Book Sale!

Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:35am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:35am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:35am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Exploring the World of Flags

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Community Room A & B

Explore the world through flags. Flags are everywhere, sometimes in unexpected places! Learn about the variety of flags that surround us in everyday life and create a decorative door flag.

Book Discussion July - Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Tampa Branch Library - Computer Lab (Room 4)

Join us for a discussion of Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Regional Library - Room 1

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library - Community Room B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

Seminole Heights Branch Library - Children's Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

Bloomingdale Regional Public Library - Room 219 (Large Room)

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Music with Mr. Brad

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Austin Davis Public Library - Community Room

Join Mr. Brad in this entertaining sing-along musical adventure. Featuring a variety of instruments, he will get the kids moving, dancing, singing, and laughing all while teaching about music.

Summer Adventures with MyON

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lutz Branch Library - Community Room

Join in the fun to promote reading over the summer with MyON! Discover fun books to read this summer, participate in activities, and learn how MyON can help you find more great reading suggestions.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Computer Lab

Bring your technology questions to the library.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Study Room 1

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

BabyTime

Thu, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 30-minute program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Book Discussion - The Only One Left

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - Jim and Joann Duffy Community Room 1 & 2

Join us for a discussion of The Only One Left by Riley Sager.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

New Tampa Regional Library - Jeri Zelinski Community Room A & B

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 2:20pm

78th Street Community Library - Room 103

Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 3:00pm

Exploring the World of Flags

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Charles J. Fendig Public Library - Community Room

Explore the world through flags. Flags are everywhere, sometimes in unexpected places. Learn about the variety of flags that surround us in everyday life and create a decorative door flag.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds language skills.

Make Believe Theater

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library - Programming Room

Lights! Color! Action! Storyteller and puppeteer Katie Adams performs Hispanic stories with a dash of Spanish words, a splash of colorful shadow puppets, and audience participation.

The Art of Comics to Tell Stories

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Seffner-Mango Branch Library - Community Room

Pictures are worth 1,000 words. Learn how to "show" the pictures to "tell" your stories through the art of comics/graphic novels, with explanation of the process, definitions, and differences.

Book Discussion: Sandwich by Catherine Newman

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Brandon Regional Library - Room 2

Rocky relives the tenderness and sorrow of a handful of long-ago summers, coming face-to-face with her family's history and future.

Robot Round-Up with MOSI

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library - Community Room D

Feel the spark of innovation as you use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance! In this intro to robotics, learn, what makes robots different from everyday machines.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

West Tampa Branch Library - Tony Garcia Jr. Community Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Family Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

North Tampa Branch Library - Classroom (Room 9)

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities for the whole family. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Egypt Lake Partnership Library

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This engaging program offers social interaction and builds reading skills.

Tech Help

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Town 'N Country Regional Public Library - Computer Lab

Bring your tech questions to the library! Our staff can provide introductory assistance with your computer, tablet, smartphone, or eReader.

Stamp It Out - Creating Your Own Rubber Stamp

Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B

Learn about the history of stamp making, then carve your own rubber stamp to take home!

Learn & Draw with the Florida Aqarium - Coral Reefs

Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thonotosassa Branch Library - Community Room

Coral reefs are like the ocean's superheroes! They're packed with life and support a huge variety of creatures.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 4:00pm

Botanical Calligraphy

Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

78th Street Community Library - Community Room

Learn the basic principles of brush pen calligraphy and how to use them to create pretty botanic inspired designs. We will draw some summer themed art in marker ink.

Adventure of the Missing Color with Science Heroes

Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure! The Science Heroes will use the events in the story to explore several exciting science concepts with YOUR help! For grades K-5.

Craft Club

Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bruton Memorial Library - Moody Community Meeting Room

Dedicate some time to your creative pursuits and discuss your current project with other Craft Club goers! This is BYOC (Bring Your Own Craft) so you bring the project and we'll provide the space.

Nature in Art Nouveau

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library - Matthew Gregory Community Room

Learn about the beautiful art movement from the turn of the 20th century, Art Nouveau! Participants will get to paint their own nature-inspired suncatcher to bring home.

Ayuda técnica (Tech Help)

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

¡Traiga sus preguntas técnicas a la biblioteca! Nuestro personal puede brindarle asistencia introductoria con su computadora, tableta, teléfono inteligente o lector electrónico.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 6:00pm

Yarn Art: Tactile Canvas Painting

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library

Create a beautiful mini artwork. Glue yarn onto a stretched canvas using a landscape or an abstract design.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 6:00pm

Teen Craft Night - DIY Bracelets

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Temple Terrace Public Library - Robbins Room

Stop by the library and make something interesting! Simple activities with easy-to-follow instructions and something fun for you to take home!

Ayuda técnica (Tech Help)

Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

SouthShore Regional Library - John Crawford Art Education Studio

¡Traiga sus preguntas técnicas a la biblioteca! Nuestro personal puede brindarle asistencia introductoria con su computadora, tableta, teléfono inteligente o lector electrónico.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 6:30pm

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Mon, Jun 23	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 24	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jun 25	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jun 26	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 27	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 28	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 29	Closed

Catching the Light

Wednesday, June 113:30pm - 4:30pm

Ruskin Branch Library

Ruskin Branch Library

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, June 11
3:30pm - 4:30pm