Friends of the Library

A chapter of FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY OFTAMPA-HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, INC.

Seminole Heights Friends of the Library Present

Monday October 19, 2009

7:00-9:00 p.m.

Ella's Folk Art Cafe in Seminole Heights

5119 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, 813-234-1000 Welcome & Author Introductions

Pat Benjamin

President of the Friends of the Library Seminole Heights Chapter Patty G. Henderson writes detective mystery stories that take place in Tampa. She got hooked on mystery and supernatural literature after reading Edgar Allan Poe in junior high and soon after, discovered H. P. Lovecraft. She is a firm believer in the romantic gothic element in horror Authors and tries to flavor all her books with a modern twist of the gothic. Her vampire novel, SO DEAD, MY LOVE is a very strong modern- day gothic written with all the trappings of the old greats.

M: Rose Bilal is driven by a higher force, evident in her unique talent and abilities as a jazz vocalist, actor, visual artist, author, and motivational speaker. Her theater experience with the likes of StageWorks, W Nyela Oluchi Hope is the author of "Taking My Life Back: American Stage, Carrollwood Playhouse, and other venues in the Tampa The 7 Secrets to Successful Living" and "Living Not Just Existing: A Winning area has given her the confidence and ability to connect with her audience Approach to a Better Life - A Self Coaching Guide" . She conducts and engage them in her performance. She has written her biography " Don't seminars, workshops, and retreats as well as speaking and singing songs of Blame The Road", sharing her life story. hope and inspiration. She has been a speaker for over 30 years to various groups (corporations, organizations, churches, public forums).

John Henry Fleming is the author of "The Legend of the Barefoot Mailman " (a novel), and the newly-released literary bestiary," Helen Neal-Ali speaks to women about life crises she has Fearsome Creatures of ", praised for its "ingenuity, wit, and verbal coped with and overcome. In 1996, through her company, Life Changing magic" by Peter Straub and, according to Creative Loafing, "required Consulting, she has motivated clients of several non-profit organizations. reading for any eco-conscious Floridian." At least 20% of the royalties from Her first book "Okay For Ever, A Book of Hope". This book reflects her trials "Fearsome Creatures of Florida" goes to the Nature Conservancy in Florida. and tribulations along with her successes and victories. We would like to thank the following businesses that have contributed to help make this event possible:

Alley Cat Players Bali Bay Big Cat Rescue Blue Sea Bo's Ice Cream Bungalow Bistro D&D Antiques El Sevillano Restaurant Ella's Folk Art Cafe Forever Beautiful Neighborhood Association Sherry's Yesterdaze Starbucks, Seminole Heights South Seminole Heights Civic Association Southeast Seminole Heights Civic Association Tire World Three Coins Tom Palmer Photography Tough of Light / Margaret Shephard Wheels of Light Whimsy2, Unique Handmade Gifts WMNF, Community Radio 88.5

FOL, Special Events Committee Members: Bill Hunter, Carrie Hurst, Catherine Hammer, Cori Toler, Cynthia Collie, Evan St.lves, Ingrid Jacoba- Smith, Jennifer Lorenzo, Jill Silver, Jo Averill-Snell, Marian Seymour, Nanette O'Hara, Pat Benjamin, Peggy Blair, Peggy Huey, Virginia Overstreet

Gifts to the Friends of the Library are tax deductible as allowed by law and will be acknowledged in writing. The Friends of the Seminole Community Library is a chapter of the Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc, an approved non-profit organization under IRS Chapter 501(c)3. EIN Number 59-6174497. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, 1.800.435.7352 (800-HELP-FLA). REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Florida Registration # CH1052.