Teen Studio. Sunday, February 26, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Calling all teens! The library invites you to this self-guided art-based program. While here, you can use the provided art supplies to express yourself in any number of ways. We look forward to seeing what you create. Walk-ins are welcome at any time during this open studio.
Important note: This program is for teens, grades 8-12. Masks are recommended but not required.

Once Upon A STEM: Rapunzel. Monday, February 27, 2023, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Could the prince really climb Rapunzel's hair? Join us as we discover the unbelievable strength of hair and the physics behind the importance of braids.  This program is for children in Grades K-3 and registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Baby Storytime. Tuesday, February 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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!  

Throwback Thursday Cartoons. Thursday, March 2, 2023, 3:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Interested in the cartoons of yesterday? Join us for Throwback Thursday in the theater!

Adult Lego Open Build Night. Thursday, March 2, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Join us for Lego Open Build Night on the first Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm! Bring your friends and enjoy a fun night of building with Legos provided, or work on a Lego kit. All Legos are provided. Ages 18+.
Please register HERE.

Healthcare in 2023: The Direct Care Movement and How it Can Help You. Thursday, March 2, 2023, 7:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Are you happy with your current healthcare experience? Are you curious about what Direct Care medicine has to offer? Join guest speaker Dr. Emily Zulauf to discuss the evolution of our healthcare ecosystem, the challenges of rising healthcare costs, and how patient care is being affected. Direct care medicine will be introduced, and its pros and cons will be discussed.

Kids Lego Open Build. Saturday, March 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, March 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, and more. This class is for ages 9 years and older, including adults.
Please register HERE.

Scratch Coding for Beginners. Saturday, March 4, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 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.

Storytime with Ms. Bea. Tuesday, February 28, 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, February 28, 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, March 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, March 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. Wednesday, March 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.

Chair Yoga. Friday, March 3, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Gentle chair-based stretches done with meditative awareness (mindfulness). The physical practices are accessible for most body types, mindful practices help reduce stress and improve well-being. Join us with a “beginners mind,” an attitude of openness, eagerness, and lack of preconceptions.
Please register HERE.

***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 27, 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 1:30p.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.

Master Gardeners: Protecting Florida's Agricultural & Natural Areas. Monday, February 27, 2023, 2:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
Registration is recommended but not required.
To register, please go HERE.

Career Source in Branch. Tuesday, February 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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.

Sew Cool: Beginner Embroidery for Teens. Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Embroidery is SEW COOL! In this beginner session, Teens will get an introduction to embroidery that includes a brief history and lessons on how to complete three basic stitches (Back, Chain, and Split). While you practice, we'll also feature the work of some diverse embroidery and textile artists and give you some ideas on what to embroider next! Registration is required. This program is for teens in grades 8-12.
Please register HERE.

Family Game Night. Tuesday, February 28, 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.

Learn to Paint and Draw (Better). Tuesday, February 28, 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 Erin : Dr. Seuss. Wednesday, March 1, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Erin for songs, stories, and crafts in our beautifully renovated Children's Room. We are celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday a day early! Come and listen to the familiar stories and create your very own Cat in the Hat hat. Attendance limited; registration is strongly recommended.
Please register HERE.

Career Source in Branch. Thursday, March 2, 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!

Gulfside Volunteer Services. Thursday, March 2, 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

Open Loft Art: All Day. Thursday, March 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, March 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.

Free Studio Space in the Loft. Friday, March 3, 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, March 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 : Origami. Saturday, March 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 origami projects. Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.

K-3 Craft Program: Kaleidoscope Art printing. Saturday, March 4, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Please join us for our K-3 arts and crafts program. Kaleidoscope art printing, using sponges and mixed paint. Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.

Chair Yoga. Monday, February 27, 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, February 28, 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.

Tuesdays on the Patio Book Sale. Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Friends of the Land O Lakes Library weekly book sale on the patio.

Toy Making 101. Tuesday, February 28, 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, by phone, or in person) begins two weeks prior to the class. This event is for ages 18 years and older.
If you have not already completed safety and waiver forms please do so. Forms can be viewed or printed from the website: pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/
Please register HERE.

Try It Tuesday. Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 5:00 p.m. — 6:30 p.m.
A maker program for school age children, new and exciting things to try out! 

Chess. Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Join our volunteers for chess. This club is open to all ages and abilities. Are you interested in learning to play? Our volunteers can teach you. Already know how but need someone to play against? Join us on Tuesday evenings in the Adult Multipurpose Room C from 6:00-7:30 PM. Chess sets are provided, or you are welcome to bring your own.

Crochet Circle. Wednesday, March 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

Baby Storytime. Wednesday, March 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).

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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.

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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

Cartonnage Bookmark. Monday, February 27, 2023, 1:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Learn the beautiful art of cartonnage: fabric wrapping to create unique handmade objects. All materials are provided, and the instructor will guide you in making a bookmark with a pocket.
Spaces are limited, register for your spot.
Please register HERE.

Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and all sorts of fun activities in our current storytime series: Awesome Outdoors! This week we're kicking off our outdo
or theme in a sandy way, so join us for a program all about the beach! 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.