Hillsborough County, Fla. (May 31, 2024) - Join the Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative for engaging entertaining, and informative free programs for the entire family in June. The events listed below are only a sampling of the many scheduled. Find more listings under the "Events & Classes" tab at HCPLC.org. Be social! Like the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System on Facebook and follow @TampaHillsLib on Instagram, X, and YouTube.
Holiday closings
Juneteenth - All Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative libraries except Bruton Memorial Library will be closed on June 19.
Makerspace Orientation
Visit the John F. Germany Makerspace for an overview of the devices and software available for use, featuring the Cricut Maker 3 electronic cutting machine, the t-shirt press, and more.
- Saturday, June 1 at 10:30 a.m. at John F. Germany Public Library, 900 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa, FL 33602
Campfire Story Mad Libs
Join the staff for "Campfire Stories," an exhilarating journey into the world of storytelling and wordplay for kids. In this interactive and laughter-filled session, participants will embark on an adventure like no other in Mad Libs style. Recommended for children ages 6 to 12. Join the waiting list and find out dates and times for the event at HCPLC.org.
Underwater Exploration
The library will dive into the crushing realm of the abyss. From shipwrecks to marine life, visitors will get an up-close and personal look at the fascinating world that lies beneath the surface. Explorers will get to paint a bioluminescent sea creature on canvas. Recommended for adults and registration is required. Register through the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.
- Monday, June 3 at 4:30 p.m. at 78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Rd., Tampa, FL 33619
- Tuesday, June 11 at 3:30 p.m. at Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Dr. SE, Ruskin, FL 33570
- Monday, June 17 at 7 p.m. at Riverview Public Library, 9951 Balm Riverview Rd., Riverview, FL 33569
- Wednesday, June 26 at 3 p.m. at New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa, FL 33647
Clean Up After Your Adventure: Homemade Cleansing Set
Join the library staff as they create their very own foaming hand soaps and sugar scrubs. These can make great homemade gifts for friends and family. Allergy note: Attendees will encounter essential oils and coconut oils. Recommended for adults and registration is recommended. Register through the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.
Constellation Station
Join the library staff in a "night-time adventure," and learn about the stars to create your own constellation. Recommended for children ages 6 to 12. Registration is recommended.
- Wednesday, June 12 at 11 a.m. at Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 N. Central Ave., Tampa, FL 33603
- Thursday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m. at C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33610
- Tuesday, June 18 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico, FL 33596
Drawstring Adventure Backpacks
Design your own drawstring backpack and learn how to use the Silhouette software to create an iron-on design of your choosing. No design skills necessary. Recommended for teens. Registration is recommended.
- Saturday, June 1 at 3 p.m. at Riverview Public Library, 9951 Balm Riverview Rd., Riverview, FL 33569
- Thursday, June 6 at 2 p.m. at Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico, FL 33596
- Wednesday, June 12 at 3 p.m. at C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33610
- Tuesday, June 18 at 6 p.m. at SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin, FL 33573
Going on a Bird Hunt
Come and learn about Florida birds and create your own homemade binoculars. Participants will go on a search for birds in the library. Recommended for children ages 6 to 12. Registration is required.
- Thursday, June 6 at 6 p.m. at SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin, FL 33573
- Monday, June 24 at 3 p.m. at New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa, FL 33647
Paracords: A Survivalist's Tool
Learn how to survive the outdoors with a paracord bracelet tool that has a whistle and compass that you can wear around your wrist. Recommended for teens ages 13 to 17. Registration is recommended on the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.
Geography Game Show: Where'd You Learn That?
Participate in the library's Geography Game Show and learn how to search through one of the valuable online library resources for children: the World Book Encyclopedia. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. Registration is recommended.
- Monday, June 10 at 3 p.m. at New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa, FL 33647
- Thursday, June 13 at 3 p.m. at Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL 33602
- Thursday, June 20 at 6 p.m. at SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin, FL 33573
Point Your Compass Towards Adventure
Learn how to make and use a simple compass and then use your skills to create a map of a library. Recommended for teens ages 13 to 17. Registration is recommended.
- Wednesday, June 26 at 2 p.m. at SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin, FL 33573
Fun with Florida Flowers
Learn about the amazing native wildflowers found in your own Floridian backyard. Afterwards, make seed balls and pressed flower bookmarks to take home. Recommended for adults. Registration is recommended.
- Thursday, June 13 at 3:30 p.m. at Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL 33618
- Thursday, June 13 at 6 p.m. at C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33610
- Saturday, June 15 at 3:30 p.m. at Town 'N Country Regional Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Suite #120, Tampa, FL 33615
- Thursday, June 20 at 7 p.m. at North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 North Blvd., Tampa, FL 33604
Children's Theatre: The Imaginators
Anne and her imaginative little brother, Tim, have moved into a new neighborhood. Anne is concerned with making new friends and fitting in, while Tim is content making up new stories. Anne and Tim meet their eccentric neighbor, Nina Francis Elizabeth Vanderhelden, and she encourages them to go on grand make-believe adventures using boxes and other found items in their garage. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Find out dates and times for the performances by visiting HCPLC.org.
The views expressed in these programs are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies, positions, or opinions of Hillsborough County, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries, or the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc., which do not endorse the presenters. For more information about these and the many other programs @ your library®, call (813) 273-3652 or visit HCPLC.org.