SYSTEMWIDE VIRTUAL & OUTREACH PROGRAMS

English Conversation. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Practice your English-speaking skills in a group on Zoom. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting. The class will be hosted by Claudia from the South Holiday Library. Please email the South Holiday Library for more information and to register at sh@pascolibraries.org. Intended for adults.

ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 3:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
English language tutoring is available one-on-one via ZOOM.  30-minute appointments are offered Wednesday afternoons. Registration required. Please email the South Holiday library to sign up and for more information at sh@pascolibraries.org.

ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
English language tutoring is available one-on-one via ZOOM.  30-minute appointments are offered Tuesday and Thursday mornings and afternoons. Registration required. Please email the South Holiday library to sign up and for more information at sh@pascolibraries.org.

English Conversation Class. Friday, May 13, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Practice your English-speaking skills in a group on Zoom. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting. The class will be hosted by Claudia from the South Holiday Library. Please email the South Holiday Library for more information and to register at sh@pascolibraries.org. Intended for adults.

STARKEY RANCH THEATRE LIBRARY CULTURAL CENTER
12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa, FL 33556
Phone: 727-815-7126
Sun: 1:00 – 5:00
Mon: 10:00 – 6:00
Tue: 10:00 – 6:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Bluebirds, a Conservation Success story with Guest Speaker J. Mike Kell from the West Pasco Audubon Society. Saturday, May 14, 2022, 3:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Bluebirds, a Conservation Success story. Guest speaker J. Mike Kell from the West Pasco Audubon Society will discuss why Bluebird boxes ensure a healthy Bluebird Population.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Please register HERE.

HUDSON REGIONAL LIBRARY
8012 Library Rd, Hudson, FL 34667
Phone: 727-861-3040
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00 – 6:00
Tue: 10:00 – 6:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Tiny Art Show. Monday, May 2, 2022—Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
Check out the display cases in the library to view our Tiny Art Show! See what our talented community created and vote for your favorite submissions. The exhibit will be available to view throughout the month of May during library hours.

Storytime with Miss Bea. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:15 a.m.
Join us for a fun morning of storytime and songs with Miss Bea!
Please register HERE.

Social Media for Small Business. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Come learn how you can use social media to benefit your small business! Jordan Miltner, from the Pasco County Library's marketing department, will be facilitating this introductory class to help small businesses navigate the basics of getting started with social media marketing. Key takeaways will be choosing the best platforms for your business, how to generate content ideas, and free tools that make social media marketing easy! Register today, by clicking on the event title online or stopping by the library. Refreshments provided.
Please register HERE.

Mahjong 101. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Come learn how to play mahjong! This is a beginner class, taught by Friend of the Hudson Library Lori Lippmann. No experience or materials required--just an interest in learning to play and meeting new people. Register today by clicking on the event title or asking a staff member. We hope to see you there!
Please register HERE.

Book Club: Florida. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for a casual conversation about this month's book, Florida by Lauren Groff. Come meet new people and share your opinions! Register online by clicking on the event title, or stop by the desk to register in-person and pick up a copy of the book.
Please register HERE.

Teen Perler Beads: Fandom edition. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Join us as we create perler beads based on our favorite fandoms! No matter if you're a Marvel fan, a DC stan or a Disneyaholic we'll have templates to create for everyone. Perler beads are small plastic beads that are put together on a special board in a specific design and then melted to keep them together. We will supply all the beads, boards and templates.
Registration is required for this program. You do not need a library card in order to attend.
Please register HERE.

REGENCY PARK LIBRARY
9701 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Phone: 727-861-3049
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00 – 8:00
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 6:00
Thu: 10:00 – 6:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Visual Arts Class with Prodigy Cultural Arts. Monday, May 9, 2022, 1:30 p.m. — 4:00 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Join Prodigy Cultural Arts for free weekly visual arts classes with instructor Junior Polo! Choose either the 1:30-4:00 p.m. session or the 4:30-7:30 p.m. session; registration through Prodigy is required. These classes are for kids ages 8-16. Visit uacdc.org/prodigy, email mtrepper@uacdc.org, or call 813-588-5212, extension 313 to register and ask any questions.

Medicare Basics with SHINE (Adults). Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Medicare Basics with SHINE provides an overview of the different parts of Medicare including Parts A, B, C, D, Medigap, and available financial assistance. SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased, and confidential.

White Elephant Bingo (Adults). Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Come play bingo with us! You decide the prizes! Bring a small item, it can be anything! (No food items please) Winners will get to select from the donated items.

Delicious Dishes: Cake in a Mug (Tweens). Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Tweens, join us to learn how to make cake in a mug! This program is for Tweens in grades 4-7. Registration required.
Please register HERE.

Mom and Baby Support Group (Adults). Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Join the Pasco Health Department and WIC for a mom and baby support group.

Storytime (Early Literacy) - Session 1. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join us at Regency Park Library for storytime!  This toddler & preschool storytime will feature a new theme each week with short stories, songs, activities, and of course, dancing with bubbles. With plenty of fun and excitement, we not only touch on pre-reading and early literacy skills but also on spatial awareness, attention, motor development, and social skills. Registration is not required, but the room will be limited to 12 adults and their children.  Activities will be available on the Children's Room floor so arrive early to secure a spot!

Storytime (Early Literacy) - Session 2. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 11:10 a.m. — 11:40 a.m.
Join us at Regency Park Library for storytime!  This toddler & preschool storytime will feature a new theme each week with short stories, songs, activities, and of course, dancing with bubbles. With plenty of fun and excitement, we not only touch on pre-reading and early literacy skills but also on spatial awareness, attention, motor development, and social skills. Registration is not required, but the room will be limited to 12 adults and their children.  Activities will be available on the Children's Room floor so arrive early to secure a spot!

University of Florida's Food and Nutrition (Adults). Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a free food demo and tasting sponsored by University of Florida/IFAS Family Nutrition Program. Discover recipes that are low-cost, healthy, easy, and tasty!
Please register HERE.

Teen Test Kitchen: Cake-in-a-Jar (Teens). Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Teens in grades 8-12 are invited to this test kitchen experience where we will learn the basics of frosting! Afterwards, we'll use our frosting to make a 'cake-in-a-jar"! Registration is required, and space is limited. Sign up today!
Please register HERE.

Friends of the Library Book Sale. Friday, May 13, 2022 & Saturday, May 14, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.

Family Game Day. Saturday, May 14, 2022, All Day.
From giant games to classic favorites, stop in and play a family friendly game or two anytime today! 

CENTENNIAL PARK LIBRARY
5740 Moog Rd, Holiday, FL 34690
Phone: 727-834-3204
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00 – 8:00
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 6:00
Thu: 10:00 –6:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

STEAM Club. Monday, May 9, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Our STEAM Club allows patrons to explore through curiosity, play and hands-on learning. Our club members leave with the tools to be curious learners. Join us for an all ages STEAM program inside the Loft at Centennial Park Library.
All supplies provided. Registration is recommended. Suitable for all ages.
Please register HERE.

Career Source in Branch. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Career Source is here from 10 am to 12 pm on Tuesday to assist with employment searches, resume writing, SNAP applications, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance and more!

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Are you interested in digitizing your family photos? Are you wondering what's on those negatives in the closet shoe box? Call our Service Desk to make an appointment and utilize our photo scanners in our new Loft Makerspace. Our equipment can scan both negatives and developed photos. Please read below for more details.
What to bring:
- Your photos/negatives
- a USB thumb drive OR an SD card for saving your images
Please register HERE.

Storytime with Miss Jenn. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Jenn for songs, stories, and crafts in our beautifully renovated Children's Room. Attendance limited; registration is strongly recommended.
Please register HERE.

Teen Advisory Board and Volunteer Orientation. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Our monthly Teen Advisory Board and new volunteer orientation. Orientation is required for new volunteers.

Storytime with Miss Cindy. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Cindy for songs, stories, and crafts in our beautifully renovated Children's Room. Attendance limited; registration is strongly recommended.
Please register HERE.

Career Source in Branch. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Career Source is here from 10 am to 12 pm on Thursday to assist with employment searches, resume writing, SNAP applications, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance and more!

Plein Air Painting for Beginners. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join our volunteer art teacher for a beginner-friendly plein air watercolor painting class on our Loft patio. "En plein air" is French for "in the open air". Participants will be walked through each step of how to draw and paint the subject. All materials are provided. Space is limited. Free! Registration is required. Ages 18+. This subject this month is the Baker House.
Please register HERE.

SOUTH HOLIDAY LIBRARY
4649 Mile Stretch Dr, Holiday, FL 34690
Phone: 727-834-3331

***South Holiday is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.

South Holiday Book Club - Little Miss Little. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
South Holiday Book Club is meeting in the Centennial Park Library Meeting Room. This month's book is Little Miss Little Compton by Arden Myrin. Pick up a print copy from the service desk or borrow the ebook from Libby or Hoopla with your library card.

South Holiday Friends of the Library Meeting. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 3:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Join our Friends of the South Holiday Library! Come discuss different ways to promote the library in the community and make some new friends. All are welcome. Social distancing is encouraged and masks are recommended.

Hybrid Teen Volunteer Orientation. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
Looking to get volunteer hours? Want to better your community? Interested in learning how things work behind the scenes? Join us for our new volunteer orientation to find out more! Be sure to register for the event. If you'd like to attend in-person come to Centennial Park Library. If you'd like to attend virtually you will receive a zoom invite after registering.
Please register HERE.

Hybrid Teen Advisory Board. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 4:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Our Teen Advisory Board is meeting in person at Centennial Park Library and virtually through Zoom. Share fun program ideas, give book recommendations and tell us what you'd like to see from your library. We can't wait to hear from you!
Email sh@pascolibraries.org if you have any questions.
Please register HERE.

LAND O’ LAKES LIBRARY
2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
Phone: 813-929-1214

HUGH EMBRY LIBRARY
14215 Fourth St, Dade City, FL 33523
Phone: 352-567-3576

Toddler Storytime: Gardens. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
Come and discover the garden with Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura with some fun stories, plus songs and dances. Because space is so limited, this program will be repeated on Wednesday and Friday mornings. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Preschool Storytime: Gardens. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Come and discover the garden with Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura with some fun stories, plus songs and dances. Because space is so limited, this program will be repeated on Wednesday and Friday mornings. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Master Gardeners Presentation: Begonias. Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Master Gardeners from the UF/IFAS Extension will be presenting essential tips on Begonias!
Please register HERE.

(Repeat) Toddler Storytime: Gardens. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura and discover gardens through stories, plus songs and dances. Because space is so limited, this program is a repeat of Tuesday morning's program. The New River youth team is also offering a repeat program on Friday morning if you are unable to attend this session. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

(Repeat) Preschool Storytime: Gardens. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura and discover gardens through stories, plus songs and dances. Because space is so limited, this program is a repeat of Tuesday morning's program. The New River youth team is also offering a repeat program on Friday morning if you are unable to attend this session. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Chair Yoga with Cara. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Join New River Library for a fun, non-strenuous way to exercise. The class is taught in seated and standing positions using a chair as a prop.  For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.

Tai Chi with Della. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Enjoy this focused, graceful workout.  For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.

Yarn for a Cause. Thursday, May 12, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Join our yarn group and help people in need. We create projects like blankets for nursing homes and other fun and creative projects! Get the opportunity to learn new techniques and show us your new projects. We will be meeting in person at the New River Library Meeting Room. Hope to see you there!
Please register HERE.

(Repeat) Toddler Storytime: Gardens. Friday, May 13, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura and discover gardens through stories, plus songs and dances. Because space is so limited, this program is a repeat of Tuesday and Wednesday morning's program. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Repeat Preschool Storytime: Gardens. Friday, May 13, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura and discover gardens through stories, plus songs and dances. Because space is so limited, this program is a repeat of Tuesday and Wednesday morning's program. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

STEAM Saturday (K - 5th Grade): UKULELE. Saturday, May 14, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Ever wonder how a small instrument like the ukulele can make such wonderful sounds? Come join our STEM Team to discover the science of sound. We will offer a repeat of the 10:15 program at 11:15, due to limited space in the room. For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.

STEAM Saturday (K - 5th Grade): UKULELE. Saturday, May 14, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Ever wonder how a small instrument like the ukulele can make such wonderful sounds? Come join our STEAM Team to discover the science of sound. This is a repeat of the 10:15 event, due to limited space in the room. For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375. 
Please register HERE.

Yarn for All. Saturday, May 14, 2022, 3:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Join us twice a month to learn to crochet, knit or anything else with yarn. Bring your own supplies and share your knowledge.

ZEPHYRHILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
5347 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Phone: 813-780-0064
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed
Tue: 9:00 – 6:00
Wed: 9:00 – 6:00
Thu: 9:00 – 6:00
Fri: 9:00 – 5:00
Sat: 9:00 – 12:00

AARP Smart Driver Safety Course. Friday, May 13, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.
This course is open to drivers 50 and older.  Space is limited.  Registration is required.  Contact Bev Cogdill at 813-907-3908 to register.

Ask a Master Gardener. Saturday, May 14, 2022, 9:00 a.m. — 10:00 a.m.
Master Gardeners on hand to answer questions.

Master Gardener. Saturday, May 14, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
The Oddities of Propagation:  Hands on with samples of unusually ways to propagate certain plants.  Expand your knowledge to share more of your plants with others.
Register at: gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/mastergardener/

Please note: All event dates and times are subject to change without notice. It’s a good idea to confirm event details with the hosting library prior to attending any program.