Baby Storytime. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 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).

Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
This program is intended for children ages 1 to 3 and includes stories, songs, and activities. 

Tween Hangout. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 3:30 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Do you like team challenges, crafts, or games? The opportunity to earn prizes? Join us after school in the courtyard! 

Preschool Storytime. Thursday, February 2, 2023, 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.
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.

Throwback Thursday. Thursday, February 2, 2023, 3:30 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Interested in the cartoons of yesterday? Join us for Throwback Thursday in the theater!

Lego Open Build. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 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.

Sewing for Beginners. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
Join us as we make upcycled tote bags. All materials will be provided. Beginning sewers will practice using pins, sewing on a machine, ironing... This class is for ages 9 years and older.
Please register HERE.

Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale. Saturday, January 28, 2023—Saturday, February 4, 2023.
Come check out the Friends of the Hudson Library Winter Sale. All proceeds go to the Friends, and in return, they very kindly sponsor all of our fun library programs. So, stop by for a chance to give back to the community and find your next great read!

Storytime with Ms. Valerie. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 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, January 31, 2023, 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.

Internet Safety for All! Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Come learn the basics of how to stay safe when handling technology, and some strategies you can implement today to make yourself safer online! We'll cover some common scams you may encounter when shopping online, ways your information may be at risk, and what you can do about it.

Ask A Master Gardener. Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 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 – Vegetables. Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
The Master Gardeners of the Pasco County Cooperative Extension office present on a variety of topics. Check back for more details.

Teen Advisory Board. Thursday, February 2, 2023, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.

Movement and Meditation. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 9:45 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
The Exploring Movement and Meditation class will blend yoga, Pilates, calisthenics, and mediation. Please bring two light weights (2-5 pounds) and a yoga mat.  If you don't have these items, you can bring a towel/blanket and two water bottles.  The class will meet outside the library at 9:45am for a warm-up walk. If you do not wish to walk, you can join the class inside the library at 10:30am.
Please register HERE.

Florida Fish & Wildlife Talk. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Florida is home to an amazing array of fish, wildlife, and the habitats in which they live and thrive. With over 700 terrestrial animals, more than 200 freshwater fish, more than 1,000 marine fish, numerous other aquatic and marine vertebrates, and many thousands of terrestrial insects and other invertebrates, Florida literally is teeming with wildlife. Come learn about these amazing creatures from a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission representative. 

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

Visual Arts Class with Prodigy Cultural Arts for Youth. Monday, January 30, 2023, 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 p.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.

Health Educational Session with Keiser. Monday, January 30, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a class educating on health. More information coming soon.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Are you interested in digitizing your family photos? Are you wondering what's on those negatives in the closet shoe box?
Tuesday 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 afternoon instead. This is when a team member can be made available to assist.
What to bring:

• Your photos/negatives
• a USB thumb drive OR an SD card for saving your images

Please register HERE.

Beginner Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.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.

Family Game Night. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Join us on the last Tuesday of the month for Family Game Night. The whole family can choose a board/card game and play inside the library.

Storytime with Miss Cindy : Stuffies. Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Cindy for songs, stories, and crafts in our beautifully renovated Children's Room. All the stories will be about cozy stuffed friends. The craft will be a paper build a bear. Attendance limited; registration is strongly recommended.
Please register HERE.

Open Loft Art: All Day. Thursday, February 2, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Come into the Loft to work on a passive craft or art project. All supplies are provided. The Loft will be open until 5pm for your convenience.

Tech Help by Appointment. Thursday, February 2, 2023, 1:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
Need help with your smartphone, tablet, or computer? Sign up at the library or call 727-834-3204 to schedule an appointment with our technology volunteer, Jon. Available by appointment Thursdays between 1:00pm and 6:00pm.
Information we need to know:

1. Do you have specific help you need, or do you need general technology assistance?
2. What type of device(s) do you have? What is the operating system/version?

Please register HERE.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Friday, February 3, 2023, 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 : Collages. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 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. We will be making I Love My Library collages. We are asking that you leave your masterpiece with us to decorate the Children's Room for the month. Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!

Please register HERE.

K-3 Craft Program: Paint Dauber Hearts. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for our K-3 arts and crafts program. Paint dauber hearts. Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.

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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

Chair Yoga. Monday, January 30, 2023, 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Join our teacher, Dianne Orcher, for Chair Yoga. This yoga class is beginner friendly and taught in seated and standing positions using a chair as a prop. The fitness goals for this program are to improve balance and increase resilience, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Land O' Lakes Library.
Space is limited. Registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Foundry Open Build. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
This activity is intended for ages 18 years and older. Open Build is an opportunity to use our tools to work on your approved project. Volunteers or staff will be present to assist. Plan to bring your own materials.
All Makerspace activities require completed safety & waiver forms. These can be acquired at the Service Desk.  Please review and comply with all safety protocols. Closed toe shoes are required.
Please register HERE.

Toy Making 101. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 3:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Join our woodworking volunteer, Chip, to learn how to make wooden toys. Foundry Waiver and Safety forms are required. Registration (online or by phone 813-929-1214) starts two weeks prior to the class. This event is for ages 18 years and older. Forms are available at the Service Desk.
Project TBD.
Please register HERE.

Crochet Circle. Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join our volunteer, Margarita. Participants will need to have some previous crochet experience. This is a time to bring your own project and meet with others who enjoy crocheting.
Registration starts two weeks prior to the event. This group is for ages 16 years and older. You can register online or call the library at 813-929-1214.
All Makerspace programs require completed safety & waiver forms. These forms are available at the Service Desk and before the class.
Please register HERE.

Baby Storytime. Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 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).

***Hugh Embry is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.

Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and all sorts of fun activities as we kick off a new storytime series: On the Move! This week we're chugging along, so join us for a program all about trains! Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is so limited, this program will be repeated on Wednesday morning. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.