PASCO COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE
Weekly Calendar of Events
October 30 - November 5, 2022
SYSTEMWIDE VIRTUAL & OUTREACH PROGRAMS
Mystery Book Club: Dade City Senior Center: Hostage. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Join Hugh Embry staff, in person, at the Dade City Senior Center (Nutritional Services, 13853 15th St, Dade City, FL 33525), to discuss Hostage by Clare Mackintosh.
Print copies are available at the New River Library circulation desk. You can also request a copy be brought to the Dade City Senior Center if you contact New River in advance. Additionally, this title is available as an e-book on Hoopla and Cloud Library and as an audiobook on Cloud Library. For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.
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
Sunday Storytime. Sunday, October 30, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Calling all families! Join us for our special once a month Sunday Storytime. Good stories and fun times are guaranteed!
Registration is required to attend. Masks are recommended but not required.
Please register HERE.
Baby Storytime. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
This lap-sit program is meant to instill the love of reading in children at an early age. It is suitable for babies up to 1-year-old and their caregiver(s). Registration begins 2 weeks prior to the program.
Important Note: Only a single registration under the baby's name is needed.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Please register HERE.
Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
This program is intended for toddlers (ages two to three) along with their caregiver. Registration begins 2 weeks prior to the event.
Important Note: Registration is required for each child in attendance.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Please register HERE.
Charity Sewing for Beginners. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Join us as we make burp cloths and bibs for the Healthy Start Coalition of Pasco County. All materials will be provided. Beginning sewers will practice using a pattern, marking, cutting, sewing on a machine, turning, and topstitching. This class is for ages 9 years and older.
Please register HERE.
Preschool Storytime. Thursday, November 3, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
This storytime is recommended for children (ages 3-5) along with their caregiver. Registration for this program begins two weeks prior.
Important Note: Registration is required for each child in attendance.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Please register here: 10:15 a.m. | 11:15 a.m.
Tabletop Times. Thursday, November 3, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
For veterans of tabletop RPGs and newcomers alike, we'll be playing weekly games of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition at the Starkey Ranch TLC! You can come with a newly forged character or build one from scratch. Drop in and out whenever you want; the adventures are never-ending!
Recommended ages are between 10 - 17. Recommended party size is 3-4 players, but a hard cap will be placed at 6.
Please register HERE.
NaNoWriMo Writing Session. Thursday, November 3, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:45 p.m.
Looking for a space to work on your NaNoWriMo novel? Join fellow writers to compare plot notes or focus on hitting your weekly word count while fueling up with some hot beverages and snacks.
Please register HERE.
Adult Open Studio: Painting. Friday, November 4, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join us for First Friday Adult Open Studio! This program is a self-guided exploration of painting through a variety of materials. We will provide some materials, but feel free to bring your own if you'd like. We will learn, practice, and share basic painting techniques and freely explore the medium of painting in a comfortable group environment. Walk-ins welcome any time during Open Studio. A staff member or volunteer will be present to guide any beginners. Open to all skill levels.
Please register HERE.
Lego Open Build. Saturday, November 5, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Drop in for some Lego building fun! Bring a friend or family member. Try some of our challenges or just use our Lego blocks to build your own creations. Masks recommended.
Scratch Coding for Beginners. Saturday, November 5, 2022, 3:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
Are you interested in learning how to code? Join us as we use the Scratch program for beginner coding classes. No previous coding experience is required. This program is for children ages 7-13.
The classes will be taught by a Sensei from the Coding Ninjas of Trinity.
Registration is 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
General Election - Early Voting. Wednesday, October 26, 2022 — Saturday, November 5, 2022, 7:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Early voting is a time period prior to Election Day, at a location designated by the Supervisor of Elections, where registered voters can vote their ballots.
During early voting, you must vote in your county, but you are not required to vote in your precinct. It is ideal if you wish to vote closer to work or school, or if you are unavailable on Election Day.
To vote early, remember to bring current photo and signature identification with you. Please visit pascovotes.gov for more information.
Ask A Master Gardener. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
The Master Gardeners of the Pasco County Extension Office will be in the lobby to answer your specific gardening questions.
Pasco County Extension Master Gardener Seminar - Horticulture in Arts and Crafts. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
REGENCY PARK LIBRARY
9701 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Phone: 727-861-3049
***Regency Park is closed for remodeling***
With the exception of early voting, all other programming is currently taking place off-site.
General Election - Early Voting. Wednesday, October 26, 2022 — Saturday, November 5, 2022, 7:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Early voting is a time period prior to Election Day, at a location designated by the Supervisor of Elections, where registered voters can vote their ballots.
During early voting, you must vote in your county, but you are not required to vote in your precinct. It is ideal if you wish to vote closer to work or school, or if you are unavailable on Election Day.
To vote early, remember to bring current photo and signature identification with you. Please visit pascovotes.gov for more information.
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
Dear Diary, Journaling for Adults. Wednesday, October 26, 2022 — Saturday, November 5, 2022.
Dear Diary...Stop by the Centennial Park Library to pick up this month's journal. The journal includes writing prompts and pictures to color. Intended for adults. Supplies are limited.
Visual Arts Class with Prodigy Cultural Arts for Youth. Monday, October 31, 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 1:30p.m. -4:30 p.m. session or the 4:30p.m.- 7:30p.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/index.php/register-now, email jgreen@uacdc.org, or call (813)928-9458.
Book Club: Florida. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join us at the library for a monthly discussion! This month's read is Florida by Lauren Goff.
Storytime with Miss Cindy. Wednesday, November 2, 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.
Fall Leaf Lanterns. Thursday, November 3, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Make this amazing leaf lantern to add to your fall decor!
Please register HERE.
Photo Scanning by Appointment. Friday, November 4, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
By popular demand, we've opened up our Loft to another day of photo scanning! Friday mornings we will have our Loft doors open for patrons who already know how to use our photo scanners. If you're just getting started, please make an appointment for a Tuesday instead when a team member is available to assist.
What to bring:
- Your photos/negatives
- a USB thumb drive OR an SD card for saving your images
Please register HERE.
Open Loft for Kids Celebrate World Postcard Day! Saturday, November 5, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Please join us for open Loft for kids! One whole hour to get the creative juices flowing. Today we will be making postcards and getting them ready to mail. Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.
K-3 Craft Program. Saturday, November 5, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for our K-3 arts and crafts program. Today we are we are making paper roll turkeys. Supplies are limited, so please register.
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.
LAND O’ LAKES LIBRARY
2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
Phone: 813-929-1214
***Land O’Lakes is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.
Yoga for Stress Relief at the Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex. Monday, October 31, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Join us at the Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex for this yoga class. The purpose of yoga is to increase overall well-being by reducing stress and tension and by increasing flexibility, strength and enhancing breathing ability. This free class offers fundamental techniques tailored to the level of ability and fitness of the participants with an emphasis on relaxation and mindfulness throughout the practice. Ongoing classes will enable participants to develop their practice at an appropriate gradual pace.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Land O' Lakes Library.
Space is Limited. Registration is required. This program will take place at the following address: 3032 Collier Parkway, Land O' Lakes, FL 34639
Attire: Comfortable exercise clothing. Accessories: Large beach towel or yoga mat.
Please call the library at 813-929-1214 for more information.
Please register HERE.
Preschool Storytime at LOL Recreation Complex. Thursday, November 3, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime for children ages 3-5 years and their caregiver. Registration will begin 2 weeks before the event and is required for each child.
This program will take place at the following address: 3032 Collier Parkway, Land O' Lakes, FL 34639 in Activity Rooms 1 and 2.
Please register here: 10:15 a.m. | 11:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime at LOL Recreation Complex. Friday, November 4, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime for children (ages 1-2 years) and their caregiver. Registration will begin 2 weeks before the event and is required for each child.
This program will take place at the following address: 3032 Collier Parkway, Land O' Lakes, FL 34639 in Activity Rooms 1 and 2.
Please register here: 10:15 a.m. | 11:15 a.m.
HUGH EMBRY LIBRARY
14215 Fourth St, Dade City, FL 33523
Phone: 352-567-3576
***Hugh Embry is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.
NEW RIVER LIBRARY
34043 State Rd 54, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Phone: 813-788-6375
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00 – 6:00
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 6:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00
General Election - Early Voting. Wednesday, October 26, 2022 — Saturday, November 5, 2022, 7:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Early voting is a time period prior to Election Day, at a location designated by the Supervisor of Elections, where registered voters can vote their ballots.
During early voting, you must vote in your county, but you are not required to vote in your precinct. It is ideal if you wish to vote closer to work or school, or if you are unavailable on Election Day.
To vote early, remember to bring current photo and signature identification with you. Please visit pascovotes.gov for more information.
Zephyrhills Art Club - Open Art. Monday, October 31, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join Zephyrhills art club with your own art create something wonderful together.
Please register HERE.
Toddler Storytime – The Great Outdoors. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
It's STORYTIME with Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura! Sign up now and join us as we read fun stories, sing silly songs and dance, dance, dance! You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.
Preschool Story Time - The Great Outdoors. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
It's STORYTIME with Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura! Sign up now and join us as we read fun stories, sing silly songs and dance, dance, dance! You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Come make a difference! Help create program ideas and make sure the library knows what teens' wants and needs are. For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.
Repeat Toddler Story Time - The Great Outdoors. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
It's STORYTIME with Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura! Sign up now and join us as we read fun stories, sing silly songs and dance, dance, dance! You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.
Repeat Preschool Story Time – The Great Outdoors. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
It's STORYTIME with Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura! Sign up now and join us as we read fun stories, sing silly songs and dance, dance, dance! You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.
Please register HERE.
Yarn for a Cause. Thursday, November 3, 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.
Book Club: Libertie by Kaitlyn Greenidge. Saturday, November 5, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a lively discussion on Libertie by Kaitlyn Greenidge and some light refreshments.
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, November 1, 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.
Storytime Fun! Thursday, November 3, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
Read, sing, dance and more with your little learners (ages 2-5) in this fun, interactive storytime! Space is limited; however, registration is not required.
AARP Smart Driver Safety Course. Friday, November 4, 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.
Please note: All event dates and times are subject to change without notice. Please confirm event details with the hosting library prior to attending any program.
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PASCO COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE
8012 Library Road, Hudson, FL 34667 | 727-861-3020
Contact: Amaris Papadopoulos
apapadopoulos@pascolibraries.org