BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Tampa Bay History Center - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Tampa Bay History Center
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Tampa Bay History Center
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20220313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20221106T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20251106T182833Z
CREATED:20250930T204705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T182833Z
UID:10003756-1767780000-1767787200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: The Lure of Florida Fishing
DESCRIPTION:This class explores the rich history of Florida fishing\, from its rise as a tourist attraction in the late 1800s to the growth of sportfishing clubs and tournaments in the early 20th century. Learners will trace how Florida’s abundant waters and legendary game fish shaped its identity\, with an optional visit to the exhibit showcasing the state’s enduring fish culture – including historic fishing maps by Rube Allyn. \nThe course will be held on January 7\, 2026. The fee for both dates is $45\, which includes museum admission prior to each session. \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center is offering two courses this fall. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-the-lure-of-florida-fishing/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/TBHC-LoFF_0657_001_Sparkman-Tarpon.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000
DTSTAMP:20251021T183332Z
CREATED:20250930T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183332Z
UID:10003754-1760522400-1760529600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: History of the Florida Everglades
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the rich history of the Florida Everglades\, from its significance to Indigenous People to the impact of early development and land use. Learners will explore how historical decisions shaped the landscape and laid the foundation for today’s conservation challenges. The course will take place on Wednesday\, October 1\, 8\, and 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (three 2-hour sessions). The total fee for all three dates is $45.  \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center is offering two courses this fall. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-history-of-the-florida-everglades/2025-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Florida-Everglades_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T120000
DTSTAMP:20251021T183332Z
CREATED:20250930T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183332Z
UID:10003753-1759917600-1759924800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: History of the Florida Everglades
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the rich history of the Florida Everglades\, from its significance to Indigenous People to the impact of early development and land use. Learners will explore how historical decisions shaped the landscape and laid the foundation for today’s conservation challenges. The course will take place on Wednesday\, October 1\, 8\, and 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (three 2-hour sessions). The total fee for all three dates is $45.  \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center is offering two courses this fall. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-history-of-the-florida-everglades/2025-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Florida-Everglades_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20251021T183332Z
CREATED:20250930T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183332Z
UID:10003752-1759312800-1759320000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: History of the Florida Everglades
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the rich history of the Florida Everglades\, from its significance to Indigenous People to the impact of early development and land use. Learners will explore how historical decisions shaped the landscape and laid the foundation for today’s conservation challenges. The course will take place on Wednesday\, October 1\, 8\, and 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (three 2-hour sessions). The total fee for all three dates is $45.  \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center is offering two courses this fall. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-history-of-the-florida-everglades/2025-10-01/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Florida-Everglades_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000
DTSTAMP:20251001T133142Z
CREATED:20241226T215146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T133142Z
UID:10002542-1741773600-1741780800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Mapping the American Sea
DESCRIPTION:The crucial role of the Gulf of Mexico is often overlooked in the study of American history. Tampa Bay History Center (TBHC) historian Rodney Kite-Powell discusses the Mapping the American Sea exhibit\, highlighting the gulf’s significance in U.S. history. Speakers will include GIS analyst Jeff Hough on using historical maps and TBHC docent Terry Zitek on the Columbian Exchange. The course will conclude with an optional lunch (not included in the class cost) at the Columbia Café on March 12. \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center will offer three OLLI-USF virtual courses this spring. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-mapping-the-american-sea/2025-03-12/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Mapping-American-Sea-Map-Logo_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T120000
DTSTAMP:20251001T133142Z
CREATED:20241226T215146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T133142Z
UID:10002541-1741168800-1741176000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Mapping the American Sea
DESCRIPTION:The crucial role of the Gulf of Mexico is often overlooked in the study of American history. Tampa Bay History Center (TBHC) historian Rodney Kite-Powell discusses the Mapping the American Sea exhibit\, highlighting the gulf’s significance in U.S. history. Speakers will include GIS analyst Jeff Hough on using historical maps and TBHC docent Terry Zitek on the Columbian Exchange. The course will conclude with an optional lunch (not included in the class cost) at the Columbia Café on March 12. \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center will offer three OLLI-USF virtual courses this spring. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-mapping-the-american-sea/2025-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Mapping-American-Sea-Map-Logo_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T120000
DTSTAMP:20241226T213613Z
CREATED:20241226T213613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T213613Z
UID:10002540-1738749600-1738756800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: The Noble Disaster in Tampa: Prohibition
DESCRIPTION:Tampa had a reputation for being a semi-lawless\, wide-open town long before the era of Prohibition. The city certainly lived up to its reputation\, with bootleggers and the Ku Klux Klan vying for dominance over Tampa’s unruly population. Join Andy Huse for a romp through the “Noble Disaster\,” when the black market offered babies for sale as readily as alcohol and narcotics. \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center will offer three OLLI-USF virtual courses this spring. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-the-noble-disaster-in-tampa-prohibition/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240925-OLLI-USF-Tampa-Navigates-Prohibition-Laws-Loopholes-1920x1080-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T120000
DTSTAMP:20241226T213322Z
CREATED:20241226T211458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T213322Z
UID:10002539-1737540000-1737547200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: The Jose Gaspar Literary Canon: The Many Faces of a Mythical Pirate
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Jose Gaspar myth and body of fiction inspired by the pirate rogue! Genres vary as authors portray the legend as a folk tale\, historical fiction\, pulp novel\, exploitation fiction\, morality play\, juvenile adventure\, romance\, and more. More recently\, the legend has inspired many first-time and self-published authors to reimagine the myth. Taken together\, the stories explore many facets of the Florida icon and the diverse approaches to the building of a local myth. \nREGISTER ONLINE    COURSE CATALOG \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF) is a member-based learning community for adults aged 50+. It offers classes\, workshops\, lectures\, events\, and social networking. OLLI provides high-quality\, low-cost learning opportunities for seasoned adults across West Central Florida. \nThe History Center will offer three OLLI-USF virtual courses this spring. Course registration is conducted through the USF OLLI website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-the-jose-gaspar-literary-canon-the-many-faces-of-a-mythical-pirate/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Plan-of-the-Village-of-Tampa.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T120000
DTSTAMP:20240702T121611Z
CREATED:20240702T121611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T121611Z
UID:10001777-1730887200-1730894400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Holiday Traditions in Florida and Tampa
DESCRIPTION:Join the History Center’s docents and guest speakers as we discover Tampa’s distinctive holiday spirit in our course\, Holiday Traditions in Florida and Tampa. Explore the cherished traditions and past festivities that have shaped Tampa’s identity.  We will discuss the ill-fated Tampa Snow Show\, the raucous Guavaween parades\, the exciting Epiphany tradition in Tarpon Springs\, the Tampa Emancipation Day\, and the Victorian Stroll at the Henry Plant Hotel. \nWe will end the course with a visit to the TBHC temporary exhibit\, Holiday Traditions in Florida\, on Nov. 6. Exhibit admission is included in the course price. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. The OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) will be waived for History Center members by calling Charise Dixon at (813) 974-5848 or email OLLIRegistration@usf.edu. \nOLLI-USF CATALOG \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-holiday-traditions-in-florida-and-tampa/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20241030-OLLI-USF-Holiday-Traditions-in-Florida-and-Tampa_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T120000
DTSTAMP:20240702T121611Z
CREATED:20240702T121611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T121611Z
UID:10001776-1730282400-1730289600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Holiday Traditions in Florida and Tampa
DESCRIPTION:Join the History Center’s docents and guest speakers as we discover Tampa’s distinctive holiday spirit in our course\, Holiday Traditions in Florida and Tampa. Explore the cherished traditions and past festivities that have shaped Tampa’s identity.  We will discuss the ill-fated Tampa Snow Show\, the raucous Guavaween parades\, the exciting Epiphany tradition in Tarpon Springs\, the Tampa Emancipation Day\, and the Victorian Stroll at the Henry Plant Hotel. \nWe will end the course with a visit to the TBHC temporary exhibit\, Holiday Traditions in Florida\, on Nov. 6. Exhibit admission is included in the course price. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. The OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) will be waived for History Center members by calling Charise Dixon at (813) 974-5848 or email OLLIRegistration@usf.edu. \nOLLI-USF CATALOG \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-holiday-traditions-in-florida-and-tampa/2024-10-30/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20241030-OLLI-USF-Holiday-Traditions-in-Florida-and-Tampa_1920x1080.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T120000
DTSTAMP:20241007T144117Z
CREATED:20241007T144053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T144117Z
UID:10001775-1728468000-1728475200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Tampa Navigates Prohibition Laws and Loopholes
DESCRIPTION:Discover the captivating story of how Tampa navigated the era of Prohibition\, exploring its origins\, inventive strategies\, colorful personalities\, and enduring impact. Delve into a world where every stratum of society\, from housewives to rumrunners\, moonshiners\, saloon keepers\, cops\, and judges\, played a part in this transformative period in our history. History Center docents Shelley Blood\, Carl Zielonka\, and Janet Lorenzo lead this course on Sept. 25\, Oct. 2 and 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. Sign up today through OLLI-USF and join via Zoom. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. The OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) will be waived for History Center members by calling Charise Dixon at (813) 974-5848 or email OLLIRegistration@usf.edu. \nOLLI-USF CATALOG \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-tampa-navigates-prohibition-laws-and-loopholes-2/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240925-OLLI-USF-Tampa-Navigates-Prohibition-Laws-Loopholes-1920x1080-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000
DTSTAMP:20240702T115247Z
CREATED:20240702T114843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T115247Z
UID:10001774-1727863200-1727870400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Tampa Navigates Prohibition Laws and Loopholes
DESCRIPTION:Discover the captivating story of how Tampa navigated the era of Prohibition\, exploring its origins\, inventive strategies\, colorful personalities\, and enduring impact. Delve into a world where every stratum of society\, from housewives to rumrunners\, moonshiners\, saloon keepers\, cops\, and judges\, played a part in this transformative period in our history. History Center docents Shelley Blood\, Carl Zielonka\, and Janet Lorenzo lead this course on Sept. 25\, Oct. 2 and 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. Sign up today through OLLI-USF and join via Zoom. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. The OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) will be waived for History Center members by calling Charise Dixon at (813) 974-5848 or email OLLIRegistration@usf.edu. \nOLLI-USF CATALOG \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-tampa-navigates-prohibition-laws-and-loopholes/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240925-OLLI-USF-Tampa-Navigates-Prohibition-Laws-Loopholes-1920x1080-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T120000
DTSTAMP:20240702T115247Z
CREATED:20240702T114843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T115247Z
UID:10001773-1727258400-1727265600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Tampa Navigates Prohibition Laws and Loopholes
DESCRIPTION:Discover the captivating story of how Tampa navigated the era of Prohibition\, exploring its origins\, inventive strategies\, colorful personalities\, and enduring impact. Delve into a world where every stratum of society\, from housewives to rumrunners\, moonshiners\, saloon keepers\, cops\, and judges\, played a part in this transformative period in our history. History Center docents Shelley Blood\, Carl Zielonka\, and Janet Lorenzo lead this course on Sept. 25\, Oct. 2 and 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. Sign up today through OLLI-USF and join via Zoom. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. The OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) will be waived for History Center members by calling Charise Dixon at (813) 974-5848 or email OLLIRegistration@usf.edu. \nOLLI-USF CATALOG \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-tampa-navigates-prohibition-laws-and-loopholes/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240925-OLLI-USF-Tampa-Navigates-Prohibition-Laws-Loopholes-1920x1080-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000
DTSTAMP:20231218T195652Z
CREATED:20231218T195652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T195652Z
UID:10001466-1708509600-1708516800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Florida’s Land Boom
DESCRIPTION:Tampa grew a lot in the early 1900s – its neighborhoods\, homes\, and hotels. Historian Rodney Kite-Powell will share these changes using artifacts and maps from that era. History Center docents Carl Zielonka and Garry Moore will add to this by highlighting new Bungalow-style homes and grand hotels\, such as the Don Cesar\, Vinoy\, Fenway\, and Floridan.  \nREGISTER
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-floridas-land-boom/2024-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Al-Burgert-on-Davis-Islands.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T120000
DTSTAMP:20231218T195652Z
CREATED:20231218T195652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T195652Z
UID:10001465-1707904800-1707912000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Florida’s Land Boom
DESCRIPTION:Tampa grew a lot in the early 1900s – its neighborhoods\, homes\, and hotels. Historian Rodney Kite-Powell will share these changes using artifacts and maps from that era. History Center docents Carl Zielonka and Garry Moore will add to this by highlighting new Bungalow-style homes and grand hotels\, such as the Don Cesar\, Vinoy\, Fenway\, and Floridan.  \nREGISTER
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-floridas-land-boom/2024-02-14/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Al-Burgert-on-Davis-Islands.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T120000
DTSTAMP:20231218T194954Z
CREATED:20231218T194954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194954Z
UID:10001464-1706695200-1706702400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Tampa at the Turn of the 20th Century
DESCRIPTION:Tampa is now a thriving modern city\, but what was it like at the turn of the 20th century? This three-session course\, led by History Center docents\, lays out some early changes: Henry B. Plant and the railroad’s arrival\, Florida’s agricultural roots\, and a thriving cigar industry with a unique immigrant culture. \nREGISTER
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-tampa-at-the-turn-of-the-20th-century/2024-01-31/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cigar-factory.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000
DTSTAMP:20231218T194954Z
CREATED:20231218T194954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194954Z
UID:10001463-1706090400-1706097600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Tampa at the Turn of the 20th Century
DESCRIPTION:Tampa is now a thriving modern city\, but what was it like at the turn of the 20th century? This three-session course\, led by History Center docents\, lays out some early changes: Henry B. Plant and the railroad’s arrival\, Florida’s agricultural roots\, and a thriving cigar industry with a unique immigrant culture. \nREGISTER
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-tampa-at-the-turn-of-the-20th-century/2024-01-24/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cigar-factory.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T120000
DTSTAMP:20231218T194954Z
CREATED:20231218T194954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194954Z
UID:10001462-1705485600-1705492800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Tampa at the Turn of the 20th Century
DESCRIPTION:Tampa is now a thriving modern city\, but what was it like at the turn of the 20th century? This three-session course\, led by History Center docents\, lays out some early changes: Henry B. Plant and the railroad’s arrival\, Florida’s agricultural roots\, and a thriving cigar industry with a unique immigrant culture. \nREGISTER
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-tampa-at-the-turn-of-the-20th-century/2024-01-17/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cigar-factory.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T170000
DTSTAMP:20230626T181148Z
CREATED:20230622T151341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T181148Z
UID:10001200-1699948800-1699981200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Florida in the 1920s
DESCRIPTION:Bootleggers flooded Florida with illegal booze\, flappers danced to jazz\, and workers erected the first elaborate Art Deco buildings in Florida in the 1920s. At the same time\, Mediterranean fruit flies attacked citrus groves\, and the state’s brutal convict-leasing program ensnared thousands. Join the Tampa Bay History Center’s Brad Massey\, Ph.D.\, for a look at these happenings and others that catapulted Florida into the modern era in the 1920s in this OLLI-USF course from 10 a.m. – noon on Nov. 7 and 14. Our first session will be a virtual lecture presentation\, and the session will be a guided tour through the exhibit. Register through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848. \nSign Up
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-florida-in-the-1920s/2023-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/tin-can-tourists-Burgert-Brothers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T170000
DTSTAMP:20230626T181148Z
CREATED:20230622T151341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T181148Z
UID:10001199-1699344000-1699376400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: Florida in the 1920s
DESCRIPTION:Bootleggers flooded Florida with illegal booze\, flappers danced to jazz\, and workers erected the first elaborate Art Deco buildings in Florida in the 1920s. At the same time\, Mediterranean fruit flies attacked citrus groves\, and the state’s brutal convict-leasing program ensnared thousands. Join the Tampa Bay History Center’s Brad Massey\, Ph.D.\, for a look at these happenings and others that catapulted Florida into the modern era in the 1920s in this OLLI-USF course from 10 a.m. – noon on Nov. 7 and 14. Our first session will be a virtual lecture presentation\, and the session will be a guided tour through the exhibit. Register through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848. \nSign Up
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-florida-in-the-1920s/2023-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/tin-can-tourists-Burgert-Brothers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T120000
DTSTAMP:20230626T180957Z
CREATED:20230622T150921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T180957Z
UID:10001146-1697623200-1697630400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: FDR's New Deal
DESCRIPTION:Well into the Great Depression\, newly elected Franklin Delano Roosevelt needed solutions to the nation’s banking\, unemployment\, and environmental problems. He decided to go big. Join us to discuss the dramatic changes implemented to save the country\, their successes\, failures\, and long-term impacts. Shelley Blood\, Fred Hearns\, Ross Lamoreaux\, Janet Lorenzo\, and Carl Zielonka\, DDS\, lead this OLLI-USF course from 10 a.m. – noon on Oct. 4\, 11\, and 18. Register through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848. \nSign Up
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-fdrs-new-deal/2023-10-18/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1112-East-Powhattan-Avenue.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T120000
DTSTAMP:20230626T180957Z
CREATED:20230622T150921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T180957Z
UID:10001145-1697018400-1697025600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: FDR's New Deal
DESCRIPTION:Well into the Great Depression\, newly elected Franklin Delano Roosevelt needed solutions to the nation’s banking\, unemployment\, and environmental problems. He decided to go big. Join us to discuss the dramatic changes implemented to save the country\, their successes\, failures\, and long-term impacts. Shelley Blood\, Fred Hearns\, Ross Lamoreaux\, Janet Lorenzo\, and Carl Zielonka\, DDS\, lead this OLLI-USF course from 10 a.m. – noon on Oct. 4\, 11\, and 18. Register through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848. \nSign Up
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-fdrs-new-deal/2023-10-11/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1112-East-Powhattan-Avenue.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T120000
DTSTAMP:20230626T180957Z
CREATED:20230622T150921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T180957Z
UID:10001144-1696413600-1696420800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF: FDR's New Deal
DESCRIPTION:Well into the Great Depression\, newly elected Franklin Delano Roosevelt needed solutions to the nation’s banking\, unemployment\, and environmental problems. He decided to go big. Join us to discuss the dramatic changes implemented to save the country\, their successes\, failures\, and long-term impacts. Shelley Blood\, Fred Hearns\, Ross Lamoreaux\, Janet Lorenzo\, and Carl Zielonka\, DDS\, lead this OLLI-USF course from 10 a.m. – noon on Oct. 4\, 11\, and 18. Register through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848. \nSign Up
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-fdrs-new-deal/2023-10-04/
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1112-East-Powhattan-Avenue.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T120000
DTSTAMP:20230403T213857Z
CREATED:20230324T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T213857Z
UID:10000545-1681898400-1681905600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF Course: Key West: Small but Significant
DESCRIPTION:Just four miles long and one mile across\, Key West has played an important role in Florida’s history. Through photographs\, maps\, and stories\, we will explore Key West’s connections to the Calusa Indians and the Cubans\, from cigars to the Conch Republic. Learn from Tampa Bay History Center instructors about the Key West lighthouse\, Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railroad\, and the early cigar industry. And we won’t leave out the notable personalities–Zachary Taylor\, Tennessee Williams\, Ernest Hemmingway\, and Harry Truman. \nThe course will meet virtually over three weekly sessions\, from 10 a.m. – noon on April 5\, 12\, and 19. Instructors include Rodney Kite-Powell\, Director of the Touchton Map Library at the Tampa Bay History Center; Dr. Cori Convertito\, Curator at Key West Art & Historical Society; Dr. Robert Kerstein\, University of Tampa; and Richard Sanchez\, President of the Egmont Key Alliance. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-course-key-west-small-but-significant/2023-04-19/
CATEGORIES:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T120000
DTSTAMP:20230403T213857Z
CREATED:20230324T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T213857Z
UID:10000544-1681293600-1681300800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF Course: Key West: Small but Significant
DESCRIPTION:Just four miles long and one mile across\, Key West has played an important role in Florida’s history. Through photographs\, maps\, and stories\, we will explore Key West’s connections to the Calusa Indians and the Cubans\, from cigars to the Conch Republic. Learn from Tampa Bay History Center instructors about the Key West lighthouse\, Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railroad\, and the early cigar industry. And we won’t leave out the notable personalities–Zachary Taylor\, Tennessee Williams\, Ernest Hemmingway\, and Harry Truman. \nThe course will meet virtually over three weekly sessions\, from 10 a.m. – noon on April 5\, 12\, and 19. Instructors include Rodney Kite-Powell\, Director of the Touchton Map Library at the Tampa Bay History Center; Dr. Cori Convertito\, Curator at Key West Art & Historical Society; Dr. Robert Kerstein\, University of Tampa; and Richard Sanchez\, President of the Egmont Key Alliance. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-course-key-west-small-but-significant/2023-04-12/
CATEGORIES:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T120000
DTSTAMP:20230403T213857Z
CREATED:20230324T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T213857Z
UID:10000543-1680688800-1680696000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:OLLI-USF Course: Key West: Small but Significant
DESCRIPTION:Just four miles long and one mile across\, Key West has played an important role in Florida’s history. Through photographs\, maps\, and stories\, we will explore Key West’s connections to the Calusa Indians and the Cubans\, from cigars to the Conch Republic. Learn from Tampa Bay History Center instructors about the Key West lighthouse\, Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railroad\, and the early cigar industry. And we won’t leave out the notable personalities–Zachary Taylor\, Tennessee Williams\, Ernest Hemmingway\, and Harry Truman. \nThe course will meet virtually over three weekly sessions\, from 10 a.m. – noon on April 5\, 12\, and 19. Instructors include Rodney Kite-Powell\, Director of the Touchton Map Library at the Tampa Bay History Center; Dr. Cori Convertito\, Curator at Key West Art & Historical Society; Dr. Robert Kerstein\, University of Tampa; and Richard Sanchez\, President of the Egmont Key Alliance. \nRegister through the OLLI-USF website. History Center members can have their OLLI-USF member fee (not the course fee) waived by calling Charisse Dixon at (813) 974-5848.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/olli-usf-course-key-west-small-but-significant/2023-04-05/
CATEGORIES:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF (OLLI-USF)":MAILTO:OLLIRegistration@usf.edu
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR