Essay contest: Entries for the Tampa Hispanic Heritage essay contest, "The presence of Hispanics in the Judiciary System in the United States," are due today. The contest is for students in grades 6 to 12. Cash prizes are $200 for first place, $150 for second and $100 for third. Call (813) 253-7744 or visit tampahispanic.org.
Women's health fair: Get the latest information on women's health at 10 a.m. Saturday at the North Tampa Family Support and Resource Center, 1401-A E Fowler Ave. Call (813) 558-1877.
North Tampa Chamber of Commerce: The Community Showcase and Business Expo is at 10 a.m. Saturday at University Area Community Center Complex, 14013 N 22nd St. The event features activities, free food, giveaways and more. Call (813) 961-2420 or (813) 968-3090.
Children's book week: Michael Sampson, children's book author, will talk about what it is like to be an author and read from his books at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library, 11211 Countryway Blvd. Call (813) 273-3652.
Upper Tampa Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce: The group's annual Businesses of the Year awards ceremony is at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1055 East Lake Woodlands Parkway, Oldsmar. The cost is $20. Call (813) 855-4233 or visit ubtchamber.com.
Alzheimer's disease: The USF Suncoast Alzheimer's and Gerontology Center presents "Alzheimer's disease: What caregivers need to know" at 10 a.m. Thursday at Aston Gardens Senior Living, 12951 W Linebaugh Ave. Topics include "Progress in Treatment," "Communication Strategies," and "Managing Troublesome Behaviors," and more. Call (813) 974-4355 or toll-free, 1-800-633-4563.
North Tampa Chamber of Commerce: State Rep. Betty Reed will talk about events at the most recent legislative session at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Clarion Hotel, 2701 E Fowler Ave. The cost is $20. Call (813) 971-4710.
North Tampa Women in Business: Build relationships with women in business at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Hunter's Green Country Club, 18101 Longwater Run Drive. The cost is $25 for members and $28 for guests after Friday. Call (813) 451-8023.
Playwrights wanted: Stageworks is seeking original unpublished full-length plays for consideration for a staged reading. The deadline for submission is May 15. Mail submissions to 120 Adriatic Ave, Tampa, FL 33606. Call (813) 251-8984.
Networking: Professional Networking Connections seeks officers and members for its Tampa Bay area networks. Call (813) 283-0953 or visit pnconnections.org.
Temple Terrace boards: Applications are being accepted to serve on various boards for the city until May 15. Call (813) 506-6440.
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