Spring into Something New: April at the Library is Packed with Discovery, Creativity, and Fun

Hillsborough County, Fla. (March 30, 2026) - Join the Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative for engaging, entertaining, and informative free programs for the entire family in March. The events listed below are only a sampling of the many scheduled. Find more listings under the "Events & Classes" tab at 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 at your library, call (813) 273-3652 or visit HCPLC.org.

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Making Budgets Work

Identify what makes budgeting work, what makes it hard, track spending, and use strategies to manage your money daily. Recommended for adults.

Tuesday, April 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library, 2607 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33610

Tuesday, April 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

• 78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Rd., Tampa, FL 33619

Star Gazers - An Introduction to the Night Sky

• Wednesday, April 8, 4-5:30 p.m.
• West Tampa Branch Library, 23112 W. Union St., Tampa, FL 33607
• Join us in a nighttime adventure and learn about the stars to create your own constellation. Be advised the room will be dark for a large portion of the program in order to see the constellations. Recommended for kids. Registration recommended.

An Evening with Johnnie Christmas - Learn to Draw Characters in Motion

• Wednesday, April 8, 6-7 p.m.
• Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL 33618
• Join New York Times bestselling graphic novelist Johnnie Christmas as he walks you through how to create your own characters in action to make them look realistic. Recommended for ages 10+. Everything you need to draw is included.

Children's Theatre: "The Feisty Flamingos"

Attend a children's theater performance that focuses on dramatic and imaginative play. The Feisty Flamingos have lost every softball game this season! They can't seem to agree on anything - who should be up at bat, who should be pitching, or even what stretches to do. Low on granola and self-esteem, can they win the final game of the season? This fast-paced comedy about conflict, communication, and confidence proves that teamwork takes the whole team to work. Written by Nicholas Perez-Hoop. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets will be available at the marked service point 30 minutes prior to the event on a first-come, first-served basis.

Saturday, April 11, 11 a.m.-noon

• Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL 33618

Saturday, April 11, 3-4 p.m.

• Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL 33618

Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m.-noon

• Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd., Tampa, FL 33626

Saturday, May 2, 11 a.m.-noon

• Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, 1505 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL 33602

Planning for Financial Emergencies

Prepare for unexpected events that affect your finances and learn how to build an emergency plan. Recommended for teens and adults.

Monday, April 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL 33618

Tuesday, April 14, 4-5 p.m.

• Town 'N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Tampa, FL 33615

Master Gardener - Attracting Birds to Your Yard

• Tuesday, April 14, 6-7 p.m.
• SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin, FL 33573
• This presentation will provide attendees with the information they need to attract birds to their yards, including creating a habitat, food, and nesting, and an emphasis on native plants. Recommended for adults. Registration is recommended.

Master Gardener - Health Benefits of Gardening

• Wednesday, April 15, 11 a.m.-noon
• Town 'N Country Regional Public Library, 7606 Paula Dr., Tampa, FL 33615
• Learn how gardening can improve your health. Gardening is shown to lower the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, stroke, depression, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Recommended for adults. Registration recommended.

Origami - The Art of Paper Folding

• Wednesday, April 15, 4-5 p.m.
• North Tampa Branch Library, 8916 N. Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33604
• Learn about the ancient, beautiful art of paper folding and create your own origami desk jar. Recommended for teens. Registration recommended.

DIY Duct Tape Rose

• Saturday, April 18, 3-4 p.m.
• Seffner-Mango Branch Library, 410 N. Kingsway Rd., Seffner, FL 33584
• Explore the history, science, and the decorating potential of duct tape as participants craft a rose topper for a pen. Recommended for teens.

Storytelling Jamboree

• Saturday, April 18, 3-5 p.m.
• Seminole Heights Branch Library, 4711 N. Central Ave., Tampa, FL 33603
• Enjoy tales acted out by star storytelling ambassadors for the library's Storytelling Workshops, followed by a guest performance by award-winning storyteller Robin Schulte. Funded by the Friends of Storytelling of Tampa-Hillsborough County. Recommended for all ages.

Florida-Friendly Landscaping - Right Plant, Right Place

• Thursday, April 23, 11 a.m.-noon
• Riverview Public Library, 9951 Balm Riverview Rd., Riverview, FL 33569
• Achieving a healthy, low-maintenance landscape starts with putting the right plant in the right place. Learn to select Florida-Friendly plants that match a site's soil, light, and water conditions. Recommended for adults. Registration is recommended.

Movie Screening: The Wild Robot (PG)

• Friday, April 24, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
• Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library, 13619 N. 22nd St., Tampa FL 33613
• Join a movie screening of "The Wild Robot" (2024). After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. Recommended for kids.

Banking Basics

• Thursday, April 30, 6-7 p.m.
• Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr., Brandon FL 33511
• Identify common banking terms, learn about types of accounts and how to protect your money and personal info. Recommended for teens and adults.