Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library The Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library is part of the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System.

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Attend a children's theater performance that focuses on dramatic and imaginative play at the library. Join us for 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦...
04/14/2026

Attend a children's theater performance that focuses on dramatic and imaginative play at the library. Join us for 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘺 𝘍𝘭𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘰𝘴!

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.

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.

Find the next showings near you at HCPLC.org/ChildrensTheatre.

Families learned about the science behind the non-Newtonian substance turned popular toy, slime, and created their own f...
03/23/2026

Families learned about the science behind the non-Newtonian substance turned popular toy, slime, and created their own fluffy forms of it to take home at our recent STEAM Time program at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library.

Learn and find more fun programs at HCPLC.org/Events.

The following Story Time programs have been cancelled at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library:• Toddler Time - Thu...
02/26/2026

The following Story Time programs have been cancelled at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library:

• Toddler Time - Thursday, February 26 at 10:15 a.m.
• Family Story Time - Thursday, February 26 at 11 a.m.

Attend a program at a different location: HCPLC.org/StoryTime
Access programs on-demand from anywhere: YouTube.com/TampaHillsLib

The following Story Time programs have been cancelled at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library:• Toddler Time - Thu...
01/29/2026

The following Story Time programs have been cancelled at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library:

• Toddler Time - Thursday, January 29 at 10:15 a.m.
• Family Story Time - Thursday, January 29 at 11 a.m.

Attend a program at a different location: HCPLC.org/StoryTime
Access programs on-demand from anywhere: YouTube.com/TampaHillsLib

Clap your hands, read along, dance, jump around, and learn new words in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language at ...
11/14/2025

Clap your hands, read along, dance, jump around, and learn new words in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language at our Story Time programs happening at a library near you! Whether it's at the North Tampa Branch Library, the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library, or the closest library in your neighborhood, our Story Time programs are an educational and entertaining time for children and parents alike.

Find a Story Time near you at HCPLC.org/StoryTime.

Fresh for fall, these festive and fun pumpkins were decorated in lavishly literary style by library staff.
10/31/2025

Fresh for fall, these festive and fun pumpkins were decorated in lavishly literary style by library staff.

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library’s Mary James, an active member of the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Urban Libraries...
10/24/2025

Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library’s Mary James, an active member of the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Urban Libraries, was recently presented with the Griot Award at Tampa's Emancipation Celebration, held at the Tampa's Black History Museum in July.

This award recognizes Mary for her service and dedication to the community over the years.

Interested in becoming a Friend of the Library? Learn more at FOLTampa.org.

Our creative printmaking aficionados at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library finished the Tampa Museum of Art, Inc...
10/06/2025

Our creative printmaking aficionados at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library finished the Tampa Museum of Art, Inc.'s printmaking course by stamping their marks on purses, bandanas, and more with their unique designs.

Find more fun programs at HCPLC.org/Events.

The following Story Time programs have been cancelled at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library:• Toddler Time - Thu...
09/24/2025

The following Story Time programs have been cancelled at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library:

• Toddler Time - Thursday, September 25 at 10:15 a.m.
• Family Story Time - Thursday, September 25 at 11 a.m.

Attend a program at a different location: HCPLC.org/StoryTime
Access programs on-demand from anywhere: YouTube.com/TampaHillsLib

These artists at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library created rubber block prints with their own unique designs in...
09/08/2025

These artists at the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library created rubber block prints with their own unique designs in our on-going printmaking course partnering with the Tampa Museum of Art, Inc.

Press on and find more great programs at HCPLC.org/Events.

Today marks the 10 year anniversary of the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library ribbon cutting ceremony!Originally kno...
08/12/2025

Today marks the 10 year anniversary of the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library ribbon cutting ceremony!

Originally known as the Ybor City Branch Library, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners voted to rename the branch to honor Robert W. Saunders, Sr., a civil rights activist and former NAACP Field Director on November 5, 2003. The ribbon cutting ceremony unveiled the Joe Stines Children's Room, the African-American History and Genealogy Library, a local African-American history exhibit, and the Ada T. Payne Community Room.

You can watch the entire ceremony recording here: ow.ly/ISyU50WAbjs

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1505 N Nebraska Avenue
Tampa, FL
33602

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Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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(813) 273-3652

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