PASCO COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE
  Weekly Calendar of Events
  December 4 - 10, 2022


SYSTEMWIDE VIRTUAL & OUTREACH PROGRAMS

Crafter Morning @ Zephyrhills Senior Ctr: Ornament Hats & Gift Tags. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Join New River Library Staff to make ornament hats and gift tags at Zephyrhills Senior Center (located at the St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church 5855 16th St, Zephyrhills, FL 33542). For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.

English Conversation Group. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m. & Friday, December 9, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:30 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.

Storytime at the Krate. Thursday, December 8, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven at the Krate for a very special storytime.

City Hall Dade City Story Time. Friday, December 9, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:15 a.m.
Join Hugh Embry Library staff for a fun story time at the City Hall in Dade City (38020 Meridian Avenue) where we will read great stories, do finger plays, and sing. 


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

Holiday Craft: Season's Greetings for Seniors. Sunday, December 4, 2022, 2:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.

Baby Storytime. Tuesday, December 6, 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).
Please register HERE.

Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, December 6, 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.
Please register HERE.

Sewing for Beginners. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 10:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Join us as we make crinkle tag toys. All materials will be provided. Beginning sewers will practice using pins, sewing on a machine, turning, and topstitching. This class is for ages 9 years and older.
Please register here: 10:00 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 6:30 p.m.
Hi teens! Got a fun idea for a library program? Looking for a way to get involved in your community? If so, the library wants to hear from you. Join us at our next Teen Advisory Board meeting!
This program is for teens, grades 8-12. You must register to attend. Masks are not required but recommended.

Preschool Storytime. Thursday, December 8, 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 begins two weeks prior to the program.
Please register here: 10:15 a.m. | 11:15 a.m.

Tabletop Times. Thursday, December 8, 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.

The Lit Club. Saturday, December 10, 2022, 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Join us in person for The Lit Club, Starkey Ranch TLC's monthly book discussion group for adults. Our December read is Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. Pick up a copy from the service desk.
Please register HERE.

Cultivating Calm and Connection - Meditation Group. Saturday, December 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
This month we will be discussing the book Each Journey Begins with a Single Step by Deng Ming-Dao. It is available as a digital audiobook on Hoopla.
Everyone is invited to join our meditation group. No experience necessary. The intention of this group is to help you start a meditation practice or deepen the one you already have by providing encouragement and support. We provide a safe place to engage in mindful discussions that will help you cultivate and grow your practice. Each month we will focus on an aspect of mindfulness, discuss our monthly book selection, and meditate together.
Masks are not required but recommended.
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

Letters for Santa! Thursday, December 8, 2022 — Thursday, December 15, 2022
Santa is getting ready to make his deliveries and needs to know what you want this year! Write a letter to Santa and put it in an envelope addressed to: Santa Claus, The North Pole. Bring it to the Hudson Regional Library and put it in Santa’s Special Mailbox. (No Postage Necessary). Each child who mails a letter will receive a personal reply from Santa. Remember to include your full name and address – so Santa knows where to send your letter!  Letters may be brought in anytime the library is open but no later than 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15th. Free envelopes and letter templates are available at the library. Please contact the library at 727-861-3040 or hu@pascolibraries.org for more information.

Gulfside Hospice. Monday, December 5, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Stop by the Gulfside Hospice table in our lobby today to learn about services and volunteer opportunities. Come speak with Gena Voigt, their Patient Care Volunteer Outreach Specialist, or visit their website for more information: gulfside.org/

Storytime with Ms. Valerie. Tuesday, December 6, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join us every Tuesday at 10:15am for fun stories, songs, and lots of dancing!

Paws for Reading. Tuesday, December 6, 2022, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 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.

Ask A Master Gardener. Wednesday, December 7, 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 - Caring for African Violets. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
The Master Gardeners of the Pasco County Cooperative Extension office present on a variety of topics. This month they will be discussing African Violets.

Playdate @ the Library - Holiday Craft. Friday, December 9, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:15 a.m.
Children learn and grow through play! Playdate @ the Library is a special time for young children and their caregivers to play, discover & meet new friends. This month we will create a holiday craft together!

Pet Photos with Santa. Saturday, December 10, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Bring your furry family members to the library for a photo with Santa! If you have any questions, please call the library at 727-861-3040.
Please register HERE.


REGENCY PARK LIBRARY
9701 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Phone: 727-861-3049

***Regency Park is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.


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 Youth. Monday, December 5, 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.

Photo Scanning Appointment. Tuesday, December 6, 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?
Tuesday appointments are intended for beginners who need some guidance with using our photo scanners. Please 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. If you want to bring one friend who is also learning, we are happy to accommodate. 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.

Book Club: Bring Your Own Book! Tuesday, December 6, 2022, 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m.
Join us at the library for a monthly book discussion! This month we encourage participants to bring their own book to discuss.

Gulfside Hospice. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Stop by the Gulfside Hospice table in our lobby today to learn about services and volunteer opportunities. Come speak with Gena Voigt, their Patient Care Volunteer Outreach Specialist, or visit their website for more information: gulfside.org/

Storytime with Miss Cindy. Wednesday, December 7, 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.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Friday, December 9, 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.


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
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00 – 6:00
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 6:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Baby Storytime. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 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).

Preschool Storytime. Thursday, December 8, 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.

Toddler Storytime. Friday, December 9, 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.


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

Zumba-Chairs Optional. Monday, December 5, 2022, 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Join us for Zumba at the library. Chairs are optional.

Toddler Storytime – Apples and Corn. Tuesday, December 6, 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 - Apples and Corn. Tuesday, December 6, 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, December 6, 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. Please register in Volgistics. For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375

Repeat Toddler Story Time - Apples and Corn. Wednesday, December 7, 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 – Apples and Corn. Wednesday, December 7, 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.

Reading with Carly (Individual Sessions). Saturday, December 10, 2022, 11:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m. (10-minute sessions)
Carly the Therapy Dog will be visiting us and would love for the little ones to read stories with her.
Please register here: 11:30 a.m. | 11:40 a.m. | 11:50 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 12:10 p.m. | 12:20 p.m.

STEAM Saturday: Little Builders. Saturday, December 10, 2022, 10:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m.
Drop by anytime during this passive engineering program to see what sorts of things you can build! A variety of building materials will be on hand for you to play and construct with. Will you build a skyscraper? A bridge? A rocket ship? Come and see what you can create!

Friends of the Library Meeting. Saturday, December 10, 2022, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join the New River Friends as we plan our future programs and events.


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, December 6, 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, December 8, 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.


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

 

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