Library programs and storytimes
Find children’s storytimes, educational activities, and classes at Brandon-area libraries and Plant City’s Bruton Memorial Library. Some programs have attendance limits or require tickets.
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Community News & Family Resources
Current family events, early-learning resources, assistance, and official weather information for our local community. Resource links reviewed October 13, 2026. Open the official calendars below for the latest listings.
County weather & environment watch
Check current local weather
Use the National Weather Service for current Tampa Bay forecasts, watches, warnings, and advisories. Active alerts also appear in the banner when available.
Check current NWS alertsHurricane-season reminder
Know your evacuation zone, prepare emergency supplies, plan for children and pets, and register for HCFL Alert.
Open county preparedness resourcesCommunity activities
Find upcoming family events
Browse official event calendars for current dates, registration, and admission details.
Ongoing help
Early-childhood and family assistance
Head Start and Early Head Start
Programs serve eligible families with children from birth through age 5, including children with special needs. Plant City locations include the Plant City and Strawberry Hills centers.
VPK, kindergarten readiness, and early intervention
The Early Learning Coalition provides a VPK-opening search, kindergarten-readiness activities, and a free Early Intervention Warm Line.
Food and family support
Search for free groceries, mobile distributions, food pantries, hot meals, and benefits assistance near Brandon or Plant City. Enter your ZIP code and confirm hours before traveling.
Please verify details before leaving. Weather, admission, capacity, locations, and schedules may change. Tinysteps links to official sources but does not operate these outside events or assistance programs.