Galentine’s Day Tea. Sunday, February 12, 2023, 2:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
Join us at our Galentine's Day Tea, where we will serve a variety of teas and light refreshments. We'll play some games for yummy prizes! Bring your friends or make some new ones. This activity is for adults, and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Sunday Storytime. Sunday, February 12, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Calling all families! Join us for our special once a month Sunday Storytime. Good stories and fun times are guaranteed!
Important note: Walk-ins are welcome. Masks are recommended but not required.

Baby Storytime. Tuesday, February 14, 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 (Session 1). Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 11:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
This program is for children ages 1 to 3 and includes stories, songs, and activities based on the foundations of early literacy - read, write, sing, talk, play. 
The room will be limited to 20 children per session. Please stop at the Service Desk upon arrival to get a ticket to for the session of your choosing. Tickets are available day of and are first come, first serve.

Toddler Storytime (Session 2). Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 11:45 a.m. — 12:15 p.m.
This program is identical to the storytime at 11:00 am and is for children ages 1 to 3. It includes stories, songs, and activities based on the foundations of early literacy - read, write, sing, talk, play. 
The room will be limited to 20 children per session. Please stop at the Service Desk upon arrival to get a ticket to for the session of your choosing. Tickets are available day of and are first come, first serve.

Tween Hangout. Tuesday, February 14, 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! 

Master Gardener Seminar: Ornamental Grasses for the Home Landscape. Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
These grasses add texture, color, motion, and sound to the garden. Since they also provide interest in the fall and winter landscape, they can be considered plants for all seasons. Learn to select, care for, and combine ornamental grasses with other flowers and shrubs at this free University of Florida/IFAS Pasco Extension seminar.

Teen Anime Club. Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Anime lovers unite! We’re hosting our first Teen Anime Club meeting. Together, we’ll briefly discuss the history of anime and watch an episode or two of a show selected by you.
Note: This program is for teens in grades 8-12. Masks are recommended by not required.

Preschool Storytime. Thursday, February 16, 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.

Friends of the Library Meeting. Thursday, February 16, 2023, 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library monthly board meeting. Open to the public.

Guardian Ad Litem Information Session. Thursday, February 16, 2023, 1:30 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Be a Child’s Voice, Change a Child’s Story!
There are currently over 1,000 children in Pasco County in the foster care system.  Hundreds of these abused, neglected, and abandoned children are still waiting for someone to be their voice.  YOU can make a lifelong difference for a child by becoming a Guardian ad Litem.  We invite you to attend an information session at the Starkey Ranch TLC to learn more about how you can help.
To learn more: Visit herotoachild.org or call 727-834-3493, x2929.

Throwback Thursday. Thursday, February 16, 2023, 3:30 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Interested in the cartoons of yesterday? Join us for Throwback Thursday in the theater!

Adult Bingo Night. Thursday, February 16, 2023, 5:00 p.m. — 6:30 p.m.
Please register HERE.

Gulfside Hospice Lobby Visit. Friday, February 17, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Stop by the lobby in our library to learn more about how you can volunteer with Gulfside Healthcare Services.

Free Play Friday. Friday, February 17, 2023, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join us for tons of fun at Free Play Friday!  This program will include crafts and play opportunities for children ages 2 to 4 years.  Registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Lego Open Build. Saturday, February 18, 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.

Family Movie Event "Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse". Saturday, February 18, 2023, 11:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a big screen showing of "Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse"!

Alzheimers and Dementia for Caregivers. Saturday, February 18, 2023, 1:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Join guest speaker Riza Carlton to learn the basic knowledge and strategies to effectively and compassionately care for your loved one with memory loss.
This presentation is free and open to the public, no registration required.

Gulfside Hospice. Monday, February 13, 2023, 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

Playdate @ the Library - Music & Movement. Monday, February 13, 2023, 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 dance, sing, and play musical instruments.

Hearts and Crafts - Chocolate Fondue Treats. Monday, February 13, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
It's almost Valentine's Day so come to the library to dip an assortment of yummy treats into delicious, melted chocolate! You can enjoy your delectable handmade snacks at the library, or you can take them home to share with your Valentine! This program is for all ages, but it may not be suitable for patrons with food allergies.

Storytime with Ms. Valerie. Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join us every Tuesday at 10:15am for fun stories, songs, and lots of dancing!

Premier Community HealthCare. Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 3:30 p.m. — 5:30 p.m.
Come visit Premier Community HealthCare in our lobby today! Certified HealthCare Navigators will be available to discuss how they can help you with your health insurance needs.

Paws for Reading. Tuesday, February 14, 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.

Book Club. Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for a casual conversation about this month's book. Come meet new people and share your opinions. Stop by the desk to pick up a copy of the book, and we hope to see you there!

Teen Felt Mini Heart Pillow. Thursday, February 16, 2023, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Join us for our February teen craft! We'll be making mini heart pillows. This is a perfect beginner sewing project--no experience necessary. We hope to see you there!

Movement and Meditation. Saturday, February 18, 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.

Library Lego Club. Saturday, February 18, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Come complete the building challenge or create something from your own imagination. This program is for LEGO fans of all ages and blocks will be provided.

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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.

Visual Arts Class with Prodigy Cultural Arts for Youth. Monday, February 13, 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.

Career Source in Branch. Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Career Source is here from 10 am to 12 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays to assist with employment searches, resume writing, SNAP applications, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance and more!

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, February 14, 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, February 14, 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.

Learn to Paint and Draw (Better). Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 5:30 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Join Earthchild Sarah every week as she teaches the basics of painting and drawing. Complete beginners to intermediate artists can come get expert guidance from someone who has been in the arts for nearly four decades. Learn how to improve your technique in watercolor, acrylics, pastels, graphite, charcoal, mixed media and more. We will also cover the fundamentals of drawing such as composition, color, proportions, shading, texture etc. Work on the suggested projects and exercises or bring in your art for advice and guidance on how to improve. Questions are welcome, community is encouraged. Materials are provided. This is an ongoing series. Registering for the first event will register you for one month only, registration needs to be renewed every month.
Please register HERE.

Storytime with Miss Cindy : Opposites. Wednesday, February 15, 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 opposites, and we will be identifying opposites in a fun puzzle. Attendance limited; registration is strongly recommended.
Please register HERE.

Career Source in Branch. Thursday, February 16, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Career Source is here from 10 am to 12 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays to assist with employment searches, resume writing, SNAP applications, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance and more!

Open Loft Art: All Day. Thursday, February 16, 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 16, 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.

Free Studio Space in the Loft. Friday, February 17, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Looking for a space to work on your creative projects? Our Loft Makerspace is dedicated to providing access to practice and education of studio arts, crafts, textiles, and photo digitization. We offer classes for all ages and encourage the belief that anyone can make art you just have to start! Every Friday we have tables available for artist reservation. Spread out your materials and soak up the atmosphere of our Loft makerspace. Reservations are for six hours (you can come anytime in that window), and our space will host up to four artists at one time. Sign up online or call during library open hours. Ages 16+
Stop by the library to check out the space anytime during our library open hours.
Please register HERE.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Friday, February 17, 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 : Painting with Orbies. Saturday, February 18, 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. Today we will be painting using large Orbies, sounds like fun to me! Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.

Tech Help Hour. Monday, February 13, 2023, 10:30 a.m.—11:30 a.m.
We will have two staff members available for one-on-one tech help during this hour. Please answer the registration questions so that we will be prepared to help you. You will register for a specific time slot and your session will be for 20 min. This will allow us to help everyone that is registered during that hour. Please bring your device to this program.
Please register HERE.

Foundry Open Build. Tuesday, February 14, 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.

Crochet Circle. Wednesday, February 15, 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 15, 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, February 14, 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 going to outer space, so join us for a program all about spaceships! 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.