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Running Group Meets, Free Haircuts and Computer Classes: 5 Things To Know This Week in Westchase

A look at some fun and educational events happening this week in the neighborhood.

  1. The Running Group meets Tuesday, July 31 at 6:30p.m. All runners get 1/2 off select drafts. World of Beer Westchase, 9524 W. Linebaugh Avenue in Tampa.
  2. Got a toddler? Kids (18months - 3 years old) are welcomed to Story Time for finger plays, songs and interactive activities that highlight early literacy skills and encourages reading readiness. Tuesday, July 31, 10:15 am at Upper Tampa Bay Library (11211 Countryway Blvd.), 11:30 am at Austin Davis Library (17808 Wayne Rd.)
  3. Brush up on your Social Media during a free library computer course that will teach you to create profiles and to find communities of people who share your interests. Limited seating available. Registration in person required no earlier than one hour prior to the start of the program. Wednesday Aug. 1, 4:00p.m. Austin Davis Library, 17808 Wayne Rd.
  4. Don't forget kids in grades K-6th can get a free haircut at JC Penney's through the entire month of August. On Wednesday JC Penney at Westfield Citrus Park ( 8021 Citrus Park Drive.) will only take students. Call the salon to make an appointment: 813-926-4391.
  5. Tax Exempt Weekend begins on Friday, Aug. 3- Aug. 5. Get geared up for back-to-school and shop tax free. During this period, no Florida sales tax or local option tax will be collected on sales of clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $75 or less per item, or on certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item.

Correction: The Running For Brews Group no longer meets at World of Beer Westchase. An earlier version of this story listed the group as a sponsor.


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