SYSTEMWIDE VIRTUAL & OUTREACH PROGRAMS

ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages. Wednesday, June 8, 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, June 9, 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, June 10, 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

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

Jr. Master Gardener Summer Program. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service is offering a Jr. Master Gardener Youth Education series starting June 7, 2022. One session will be taught each Tuesday through July 26, 2022. A secondary registration with 4-H Online will be required to secure your child’s spot. Upon class registration and payment, you will receive further instructions concerning the secondary registration. Each session will run from 10:00a.m.-12:30p.m. at the Hudson Library. Cost for the program, including all activity materials, instruction, and books is $60/child.

Pasco County Human Services Department Info Booth. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Pasco County Human Services will be in our lobby today! Stop by to learn about what services they provide our community.

Elementary Summer Reading Program - Ocean Scenes. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Come join us for an afternoon of crafting fun! This week, we'll be making Ocean Scenes. This program is for children in grades K-5 and registration is required. 
Please register HERE.

Paws For Reading. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 3:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
Read aloud to a furry friend and practice your reading skills. This program is for children in grades K-5 and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Adult Summer Reading Program - Beach Terrariums. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Come join us for an afternoon of crafting fun! This week, we'll be making Terrariums. This program is for adults 18+ and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Mahjong 101. Thursday, June 9, 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: Born a Crime. Thursday, June 9, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for a casual conversation about this month's book, Born a Crime by Trevor Noah. 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.

Pre-Teen/Teen Summer Reading Program - Beach Terrariums. Thursday, June 9, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Come join us for an afternoon of crafting fun! This week, we'll be making Ocean Scenes. This program is for pre-teens & teens and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Summer Storytime with Miss Bea. Friday, June 10, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a fun morning of stories and songs! This program is for ages 0-5 and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Silly Summer Dance Party! Saturday, June 11, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:15 a.m.
Come dance the morning away! Join us for lots of dancing, bubbles and FUN. This program is most suitable for our youngest patrons (0 to 6 years old) and registration is required.
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

Career Source in Branch. Tuesday, June 7, 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!

Book Club: Libertie (Adults). Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Join us for an in-person book club discussion of Libertie by Kaitlyn Greenidge. Copies of the book are available for pick up at the Regency Park Library. This book is also available as an e-book or e-audiobook through Hoopla. 

Ocean Overpainting (Tweens). Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Tweens going into grades 4-7, join us for Ocean Overpainting! Swirling, stippling, and saturating your paints on canvas are "shore" to result in a masterpiece. Registration required.
Please register HERE.

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

Oceans of Fun Storytime - Session 1 (Early Lit). Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Kick off our summer reading adventures with our Under the Sea theme! 
This toddler & preschool storytime will feature a new theme each week with short stories, songs, activities, and of course, dancing with bubbles. 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!

Oceans of Fun Storytime - Session 2 (Early Lit). Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 11:10 a.m. — 11:40 a.m.
This storytime is identical to the 10:30 am storytime.  Kick off our summer reading adventures with our Oceans of Fun theme! 
This toddler & preschool storytime will feature a new theme each week with short stories, songs, activities, and of course, dancing with bubbles. 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!

UF/IFAS Extension: SNAP Family Nutrition Program (Adults). Wednesday, June 8, 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.

Granny Square Beach Bag (Teens). Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Learn some crochet basics and try your hand at a granny square to help you make a crochet beach bag for the summer! All skill levels are welcome, and extra squares will be provided.
This program is for teens entering 8th-12th grade, and registration is required. Sign up today!
Please register HERE.

Career Source in Branch. Thursday, June 9, 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!

STEAM Submarine: Bioluminescence (K-3). Thursday, June 9, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join us each week this summer for a different program featuring activities that include STEAM topics!  We will kick off our summer reading events and learn about bioluminescence! What creatures light up the dark waters of the ocean? Why are there bioluminescent creatures?  We will finish off the program by creating a jar that glows in the dark to remind us of this fun concept.
This program is for children in grades K - 3 and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Adult White Elephant Bingo (Adults). Thursday, June 9, 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.

Friday Afternoon Films (Adults). Friday, June 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Join us as we watch a movie based on the true story that inspired the novel Moby Dick.

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

Visual Arts Class with Prodigy Cultural Arts for Tweens. Monday, June 6, 2022, 1:30 p.m. — 4:30 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. To register or ask questions: visit their website at uacdc.org/prodigy, email vescobio@uacdc.org, or call (813)928-9458.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, June 7, 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, June 7, 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.

Book Club: Marian Lane and the Midnight Murder. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Monthly book club discussion. This month's pick is the murder mystery Marion Lane and the Midnight Murder by T. A. Willberg.

Teen Advisory Board and Volunteer Orientation. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Our monthly Teen Advisory Board and new volunteer orientation. Orientation is required for new volunteers.

Teen Program - Dreams as Vast as the Seven Seas. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Kick off to our summer reading club! We will discuss mood trackers, journaling, and vision boards. This program encourages teens to consider their dreams, visualize them and practice positive habits to support their mental health. Discovering new worlds is tough, and it’s important for teens to take care of themselves!
All supplies are provided. Seating is limited, registration is encouraged.
Please register HERE.

Crochet Project for Beginners. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
New to crochet? No problem! Join our volunteer teacher to learn how to do a beginner-friendly crochet craft. This month participants will be learning how to make star-shaped coasters. Just in time for Independence Day! Space is limited. Registration required. Day-of in-person registration is okay, space permitting.
Please register HERE.

Storytime with Miss Cindy. Wednesday, June 8, 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.

Summer Reading Program: Fish. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for our Summer Reading Program. We will be making a fish craft! Supplies are limited so please register for this event.
Please register HERE.

Doggie Reading Practice. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 2:20 p.m., 2:30 p.m. — 2:50 p.m., 3:00 p.m. — 3:20 p.m., 3:30 p.m. — 3:50 p.m., 4:10 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
Come to the library to practice your reading with an adoptable furry friend. Bring a book or borrow one from the library. Ages 5+. Registration and liability waiver required. This program is offered in partnership with Pasco County Animal Services.
Please register for a time slot here: 2:00 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | 4:10 p.m.

Plein Air Painting for Beginners. Thursday, June 9, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.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+.
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.

 Hybrid Teen Volunteer Orientation. Tuesday, June 7, 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, June 7, 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

Little Seeds of Hope - Adaptive Gardening Program Ages 0 – 5. Monday, June 6, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
Little Seeds of Hope is an Adaptive Gardening Program for children with a diverse range of special needs. The gardening program fosters a welcoming and positive environment where garden activities are interactive, relaxed, and naturalistic. There will be a special gardening topic to explore every week where participants can develop skills like making friends, communication, motor skills, analytical skills, and discover the wonders of gardening while having fun!
Please register HERE.

Little Seeds of Hope - Adaptive Gardening Program Ages 5 – 10. Monday, June 6, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Little Seeds of Hope is an Adaptive Gardening Program for children with a diverse range of special needs. The gardening program fosters a welcoming and positive environment where garden activities are interactive, naturalistic and often not too structured. There will be a special gardening topic to explore every week where participants can develop skills like making friends, communication, motor skills, analytical skills, and discover the wonders of gardening while having fun!
Please register HERE.

Little Seeds of Hope Adaptive Gardening Program Teens. Monday, June 6, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.
Little Seeds of Hope is an Adaptive Gardening Program for children with a diverse range of special needs. The gardening program fosters a welcoming and positive environment where garden activities are interactive, relaxed, and naturalistic. There will be a special gardening topic to explore every time. Participants can develop skills like making friends, communication, motor skills, analytical skills, and discover the wonders of gardening while having fun!
Please register HERE.

Toddlers Summer Reading Storytime: THE BEACH. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Are you ready for the Summer Reading Extravaganza? Explore Oceans of Possibilities! Join us for this week's Beach themed Storytime. Find out the many ways you can win prizes at the end of the Summer Reading Program. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Preschool Summer Reading Storytime: THE BEACH. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Are you ready for the Summer Reading Extravaganza? Explore Oceans of Possibilities! Join us for this week's Beach themed Storytime. Find out the many ways you can win prizes at the end of the Summer Reading Program. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Toddlers Summer Reading Storytime: THE BEACH (Repeat). Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Are you ready for the Summer Reading Extravaganza? Explore Oceans of Possibilities! Join us for this week's Beach themed Storytime. Find out the many ways you can win prizes at the end of the Summer Reading Program. Call (813) 788 - 6375 for more information. This is a repetition of Tuesday's event.
Please register HERE.

Pasco County Recycling Info Booth. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
The Pasco County Recycling and Education Department is committed to reducing the waste stream through recycling, encouraging environmental stewardship, and providing educational resources for residents about the benefits of recycling and waste reduction. Visit our representative Lauren to learn more.
Reduce. Reuse. Recycle

Preschool Storytime: THE BEACH (Repeat). Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Are you ready for the Summer Reading Extravaganza? Explore Oceans of Possibilities! Join us for this week's Beach themed Storytime. Find out the many ways you can win prizes at the end of the Summer Reading Program. Call (813) 788 - 6375 for more information. This is a repetition of Tuesday's event.
Please register HERE.

Ukulele for Beginners: Lesson 2. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 3:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
The Tampa Bay Ukulele Society, in partnership with New River Library, presents: Ukulele for Beginners Four-Week Class. This class is for ages 10 and up.  You may bring your own Ukulele or borrow one from New River Library using your library card. Participants will have a Ukulele Final Jam party on June 22 and will be entered in a raffle to get the chance to win a brand-new Ukulele! For more information, please contact the branch at 813 788-6375. Registration Required for this event.
Please register HERE.

CHART YOUR ADVENTURE! K to 3 Summer Reading Event. Thursday, June 9, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Channel your inner cartographer as we learn all about making and reading maps, plus do a little digging in the sand. Visit our website and learn how you can earn points and prizes, the more you read, the more chances you have of winning. Reservations are required for all events. Call (813) 788 6375 for more information
Please register HERE.

CHART YOUR ADVENTURE! K to 3 Summer Reading Event. Thursday, June 9, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
This is going to be one epic summer! Join the New River crew as we explore OCEANS of POSSIBILITIES, including in this program as we learn all about water with some science experiments! Visit our website and learn how you can earn points and prizes, the more you read, the more chances you have of winning. Reservations are required for all events. Call (813) 788 6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Pre-Teen Program: Chips Ahoy Matey! Thursday, June 9, 2022, 3:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Ahoy, Matey! Come join the New River Library crew to make chocolate chip cookies.  
Then, sign up for an account on Beanstack, found on our website, www.pascolibraries.org, and get a chance to win many exciting prizes at the end of the Summer! The more you read, the more chances you get to win prizes like passes to MOSI, Tampa Aquarium, and other gift certificates! Please register for all Summer Reading Events online. Call us at (813) 788 - 6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Teen Program: Chips Ahoy Matey! Thursday, June 9, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Ahoy, Matey!  Come make chocolate chip cookies with the New River Library crew.
Then, sign up for an account on Beanstack, found on our website, www.pascolibraries.org, and get a chance to win many exciting prizes at the end of the Summer! The more you read, the more chances you get on winning prizes like passes to MOSI, Tampa Aquarium, and other gift certificates! Please register for all Summer Reading Events online. Call us at (813) 788 - 6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.

Yarn for a Cause. Thursday, June 9, 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.

Movie Matinee: Rated PG. Saturday, June 11, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join us for a matinee showing of a PG-rated film. For title and more information, please call (813) 788 6375.

Yarn For All. Saturday, June 11, 2022, 3:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Join Tampa Bay Ukulele Society for a monthly jam at New River. Bring your own uke and jam with us. For more information, please contact the branch at 813 788-6375. Registration Required for this event.
Please register HERE.

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

Medicare/Medicaid & SNAP Help. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Will help you apply for QMB state buy-in program to help pay for Medicare part B premium.
Will help you apply for "Medicaid" and food stamps ("SNAP").  Contact José Rodríguez at 813-420-3013 for more information.

K-5 Summer Reading - Silly Sam's Instrument Explosion! Tuesday, June 8, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:15 a.m.
Summer Reading - Silly Sam's Instrument Explosion! - Explore a variety of wind, string, percussion and electronic instruments while singing, dancing & laughing.  Silly Sam also shares his balloon -making skills.  Loads of fun for all!
FREE program for children (and their caregivers) in Grades K-5.  No registration required. Event will be held next door to the Zephyrhills Public Library at City Hall.

AARP Smart Driver Safety Course. Friday, June 10, 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, June 11, 2022, 9:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m.
Master Gardeners on hand to answer questions.

Master Gardener. Saturday, June 11, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Butterfly Gardening for Children:  Butterfly activities for children; story time; and education with displays and demonstrative boards.  For ages 4 to 12.
Register at gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/mastergardener/.