Events

Kids can learn how to draw portraits in Riverview

Submitted by Tammie Fields, Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 4:20pm

Kids can learn how to draw portraits in Riverview

Riverview, Florida - Art educator Minnette Webster is going to introduce children to drawing self portraits using mirrors, pencils and erasers. All materials will be provided.

The event is free and open to the public. It will be held Saturday, May 18 at 10 a.m. at the Riverview Branch Library at 10509 Riverview Drive in Riverview.

The event is for children in grades 1 through 4. Participants must register in advance though at the Ask Me Kiosk or by calling 813-273-3652.

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Kids can wear pj's to family story time

Submitted by Tammie Fields, Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013, 4:15pm

Ruskin, Florida - Kids can take their bedtime bath and talk their parents into taking them to the Ruskin library for their bedtime story this Thursday, May 16 from 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Organizers say there will be stories, action rhymes, songs, interactive activities, and crafts during the 30-minute program that celebrates a love of reading.

Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring a blanket and their favorite cuddly toy.

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Hillsborough County Commissioner, Kevin Beckner, to hold monthly office

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Saturday, May 11th, 2013, 2:14pm

Hillsborough County Commissioner, Kevin Beckner, to hold monthly office

Hillsborough County, Florida-- Commissioner Kevin Beckner, District 6, Countywide, is hosting office hours in the community one Wednesday every month for the rest of the year.

According to the commissioner, the office hours will take place in various spots around the county to give residents a chance to meet with him one-on-one and share ideas and/or voice concerns without having to travel to County Center in downtown Tampa.

No appointment is necessary and residents are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Online job fair for Tampa Bay's youth

Submitted by Gillian Finklea, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Saturday, May 11th, 2013, 11:55am

Clearwater, Florida -- From May 12 to May 18, people will have access to job opportunities through an online job fair targeting job seekers ages 14 to 24.

The hiring event will span a four-county radius including Manatee, Sarasota, Hillsborough and Pinellas.

“The virtual job fair is an opportunity to connect youth with employment so that they may gain the skills and experience necessary to become successful future members of the workforce,” said Edward Peachey, President and CEO of the Tampa Bay WorkForce Alliance and WorkNet Pinellas.

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Mail carriers collect food for Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive!

Submitted by Susan Wilson, Assignment Editor

Saturday, May 11th, 2013, 3:19am

Mail carriers collect food for Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive!

Carrollwood, Florida - Mail carriers will take part in the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Residents can leave non-perishable food item by their mailbox and the letter carrier will pick it up. The food will be donated to food banks to distribute to needy citizens.

Last year, over 70-million pounds of food was donated across the country.

If you cannot leave food items by your mailbox, you can drop it by your local post office.

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National Senior Health & Fitness Day and Open House

Submitted by Michael Weber, Multimedia News Producer

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 10:30am

National Senior Health & Fitness Day and Open House

Tampa, Florida-- The National Senior Health and Fitness Day and Open House is coming up at the end of this month! It is set to take place on Wednesday, May 29, from 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Hillsborough County Aging Services will host an open house on National Senior Health and Fitness Day at several of its Centers. Each of the following centers will offer a variety of exercises and activities:

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Insurance Committee meets Tuesday May 14

Submitted by Mike Deeson, Reporter

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 9:16am

Insurance Committee meets Tuesday May 14

Tampa, Florida --If you work for Hillsborough County and are concerned about your insurance options, you might want to be at the County Insurance Committee meeting.

The Committee meets at 9 next Tuesday May 14 on the 26th Floor of County Center in Conference Room B.

County Center is located at 601 East Kennedy Blvd. in Downtown Tampa.

For more information on the meeting you can call Gloria Hernandez in the Human Resources Department at the County at 813 276 2752.

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