Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library offers fun programming for kids and teens to keep them engaged during summer break
Hillsborough County, Fla. (May 28, 2025) - 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.
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Showtime for Kids: Mystery Island Adventure
Tuesday, June 3 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33626
During this adventure, there will be plenty of awesome magic, amazing balloons, audience participation, and laugh-out-loud comedy. Funded by the Friends of the Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library. Recommended for children.
Robot Roundup with MOSI
Thursday, June 5 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL, 33605
Feel the spark of innovation as visitors use code to make robots walk, talk, or dance. In this intro to robotics, learn what makes robots different from everyday machines. Recommended for teens. Registration recommended.
Summer Festival
Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 N. Central Ave., Tampa, FL, 33603
Start summer off with a bang at the Seminole Heights Branch Library's Summer Fest. Join library staff for a free and fun family event featuring face painting, robotics, games, music, food and much more. Funded by the Friends of the Seminole Heights Library and Old Seminole Heights Neighborhood Association. Recommended for all ages.
Terrestrial Animal Ambassadors
Wednesday, June 11 from 1 to 2 p.m.
78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Rd., Tampa, FL, 33619
Learn about a variety of terrestrial animals with the Florida Aquarium. Recommended for children. Registration recommended.
Canvas Painting with The Color Express
Friday, June 13 from 2 to 3 p.m.
C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Martin Luther King Junior Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33610
Paint along step-by-step with Color Express to create a watercolor masterpiece. Recommended for adults. Registration recommended.
Adventure Down Under
Monday, June 16 from 11 a.m. to noon
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL, 33618
Visitors will hear otherworldly sounds from a digeridoo, explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, and learn about amazing animals like kangaroos and koalas. Recommended for children. Registration recommended.
Crafty Colorful Kaleidoscopes
Tuesday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to noon
Town 'N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Tampa, FL, 33615
Visitors will learn how to create a colorful kaleidoscope and open their minds to endless visual spectacles through crafting, creativity, and colorful gems. Recommended for children. Registration recommended.
Bilingual Children's Music and Fun with Evan and Vanessa!
Saturday, June 21 from 11 a.m. to noon
West Tampa Branch Library, 2312 W. Union St., Tampa, FL, 33607
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". Recommended for children.
Hand Embroidered Greeting Cards
Monday, June 23 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library, 13619 N. 22nd St., Tampa, FL, 33613
Join library staff to learn about the history of greeting cards. Visitors will make their own using beginner-friendly stitches to hand embroider a card for a friend or loved one. All supplies provided. Recommended for adults. Registration recommended.
Accidental Inventions: Play Doh!
Wednesday, June 25 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Dr. S.E., Ruskin, FL, 33570
Visitors will learn about accidental inventions like playdough, and then make their own playdough from scratch! Recommended for children ages 6 to12. Registration recommended. Allergy note: Participants will encounter raw flour and essential oils.
Tampa Taiko Japanese Drumming
Saturday, June 28 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Riverview Public Library, 9951 Balm Riverview Rd., Riverview, FL, 33569
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. Recommended for children.