Sept. 25
Beginner Mahjong
Land O’ Lakes Library offers a mahjong class for beginners. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes
Toddler Storytime
Ms. Shaina leads stories, songs, movement, and other fun activities in Toddler Storytime at Hugh Embry Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St, Dade City
Baby Storytime
Land O’ Lakes Library holds a Baby Storytime for babies up to 1 year old and their caregivers. The lap-sit program is meant to instill the love of reading in children at an early age. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:15-11 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. -noon; 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes
Chair Yoga
Zephyrhills Public Library offers a chair yoga class. Participants use a chair to support their bodies in various modified poses. Space is limited.
Call 813-780-0064 to register.
10:30-11:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Preschool Storytime
Ms. Shaina leads stories, songs and other fun activities in Preschool Storytime at Hugh Embry Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Activities are designed for children, ages 3-5, to build a strong early literacy foundation. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
11:15 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St, Dade City
Tween Hangout
The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center screens a film during Tween Hangout. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
2:30-4 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Zumba Class
Diana leads a Zumba class at Hugh Embry Library. Chairs are optional. Waivers must be signed before the class. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Mat Yoga
Michelle Mack leads a mat yoga class at Zephyrhills Public Library. Bring a mat. The library does not provide a mat. Space is limited, but registration is not required at this time. The class is also offered Sept. 26. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Family Yoga
Land O Lakes Library hosts Family Yoga for children, ages 4-10, and their parents/caregivers. Registration is required. Register your child(ren) and yourself separately for attendance purposes. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
5-6 p.m.; 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes
Mixed Media Collage
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center provides materials and instruction on creating mixed media collages. Students are invited to bring their own photos and other collage materials if they wish. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
5-7 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
ClayWorks Open Studio
Artists, 16 and older, work on ClayWorks projects during an open studio at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Time in the studio is by registration only. Access to the pottery wheels is first come, first served. Prior ceramics experience is highly recommended. A safety and liability waiver must be completed prior to starting. Patrons will return Sept. 25 to finish their pieces. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
5-7 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Chess Club
The Hugh Embry chess club, a U.S. Chess Federation affiliate, meets weekly at Hugh Embry Library. The club is open to all ages and skill levels.
Call 352-567-3576 for details.
5:15-7:45 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St, Dade City
Book Club
The Ales and Tales Book Club discusses “The Switch” by Beth O’Leary at Loud Mouths Kitchen & Bar. Recommended for ages 21 and older. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 2624 Land O’ Lakes Blvd, Land O’ Lakes
Sept. 26
Storytime Fun
Toddlers read, sing, dance and more at an interactive storytime at Zephyrhills Public Library. Space is limited; however, registration is not required. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
10-10:20 a.m. & 10:30-10:50 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Preschool Storytime
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center offers Preschool Storytime for children, ages 3-5, with caregivers. They’ll enjoy stories, songs and assorted activities. The event is limited to 20 children. Upon arrival, stop at the service desk to pick up a yellow ticket to attend. Tickets are available that day on a first-come, first-serve basis. Children must be present to obtain a ticket. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:15-10:45 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Preschool Storytime
Children, ages 3-5 years, and their caregivers engage in Preschool Storytime at Land O Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:15-10:45 a.m. & 11:15-11:45 a.m.; 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes
Book Club
The Land O Lakes Book Club discusses “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Medicare 101
Find out about Medicare benefits and the latest updates during SHINE: Medicare 101 at Hugh Embry Library. Call Geralyn at SHINE at 727-570-9696 Ext. 234.
Noon-1 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Compost Happens
UF-IFAS Presents: Compost Happens at New River Library. Turn your landscape debris into compost. Seating is limited. Register for the event at eventbrite.com. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
2-3:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Yarn for a Cause
The Yarn for a Cause group creates projects like blankets for nursing homes and other fun and creative projects at New River Library. Learn new techniques and show your new projects. This event is open to anyone. No registration is required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Bollywood Workout
Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library sponsors Tampa Thumakda, a Bollywood-themed workout class for ages 16 and older at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. A safety waiver is required to participate. You can fill one out at the start of the class. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
7-7:50 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Sept. 27
Thrifty Crafters
The Thrifty Crafters engage in creative, thrifty craft projects at Zephyrhills Public Library. Registration is required. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
9:30-10:30 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Toddler Storytime
Land O Lakes Library hosts Toddler Storytime for youth, ages 1-2, and their caregivers. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
9:45-10:05 a.m., 10:15-10:35 a.m. & 11:15-11:35 a.m.; 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes
English Conversation
English Conversation Corner allows adult learners of English as a Second or Foreign Language and English-speaking learners improve their reading and writing skills at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10-11:30 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St, Dade City
Tech Help
New River Library offers one-on-one tech help. Make an appointment for a 20-minute time slot. Bring your device and passwords to the program. Registration is required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
1-2:20 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Ukulele Jam
The Tampa Bay Ukulele Society jams at Hugh Embry Library. This program is intended for intermediate to advanced players. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
1-3 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Book Club
The Spill the Tea Book Club discusses “Lost Lake” by Sarah Addison Allen at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Rummage Sale
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church’s annual Fall Rummage Sale features clothes for all ages, antiques, small appliances, baby and children’s items, kitchenware, small appliances, books, tools, furniture and more. Youth will have a bake sale with homemade goodies. The sale continues Sept. 28 with new items from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 813-949-7173 for details.
3-7 p.m.; 20735 Leonard Road, Lutz
Haunted Attraction
“UNDead in the Water VII: At Close Quarters,” Tampa’s premier nautical haunted attraction, returns aboard the American Victory Ship, starting Sept. 27, for select 14 nights. Buy tickets at undeadinthewater.com.
7:30-10:30 p.m.; 705 Channelside Drive, Tampa
Sept. 28
Cheval Cares 5K
The Cheval Cares 5K Family Fun Run benefits the National Pediatric Foundation, which supports research and hope for children battling cancer. The community can enjoy music by DJ Tommy Who, inflatables, food, face painting, balloon animals and a silent auction at the Cheval Athletic Club. Pick up packets at 7 a.m. Registration costs $45 for adults and $35 for youth 12 and younger at www.chevalcares5k.com.
8 a.m.; 4142 Cheval Blvd., Lutz
Rummage Sale
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church’s annual Fall Rummage Sale continues into a second day with new items, including clothes for all ages, antiques, small appliances, baby and children’s items, kitchenware, small appliances, books, tools, furniture and more. Youth will have a bake sale with homemade goodies. Call 813-949-7173 for details.
9 a.m.-noon; 20735 Leonard Road, Lutz
Stencil workshop
The West Pasco Art Guild presents a “Making Your Own Stencils” workshop with Nancy Janovsky. The guild’s Summer Special Show and Sale of its artists’ original artwork runs through Sept. 28. Register by emailing .
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; 6206 Jefferson St., New Port Richey
Kids Painting
The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center holds an open studio for kids painting. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Craft Supply Swap
New River Library holds a Fall Craft Supply Swap. Any craft supplies in good condition are welcome to swap with others. A donation is not required to participate.Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10 a.m.-2 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Super-Sized Storytime
Land O’ Lakes Library offers stories, songs and dance in Super-Sized Storytime. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:15 a.m.-12 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Master Gardener
UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener volunteers lead a presentation about pollinators at Hugh Embry Library. Registration is required. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
11 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Friends & Family CPR Course
Learn American Heart Association techniques for CPR with BayCare Faith Community Nursing at Land O’ Lakes Library. Participants will practice CPR compressions, so wear comfortable fitness clothing. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
1-4 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
ClayWorks DIY Coil Pot
Artists, 16 and older, build a custom coil pot in a ClayWorks DIY class at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. A safety and liability waiver must be completed. Patrons will return Sept. 28 to finish their pieces. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
2-4 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
English Conversation
Trained tutors help English as a 2nd language learners and English-speaking learners with English reading, writing and speaking skills at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 to register for English Conversation Corner.
3-4:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Sept. 29
September Sing-Alongs
The Tampa Theatre hosts “Encanto” during its September Sing-Along Series. Costumes are encouraged. Tickets cost $14.50 ($11.50 for theater members) and are available at the Franklin Street Box Office or online at TampaTheatre.org.
3 p.m.; 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa
Sept. 30
Handwork Circle
Land O’ Lakes Library offers Handwork Circle, a program intended for adults and teens who have previous handwork experience. Youth with previous experience and are over the age of 9 may participate with an adult. This is a time to bring your own project and meet with others who enjoy crocheting, knitting, counted cross stitch or hand sewing. Registration is not required. All Makerspace programs require closed-toe shoes and completed waiver. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes
Card Games
Join Land O’ Lakes Library for card games. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes
Ukulele Social Hour
Hugh Embry Library hosts an informal, casual and slow-paced get-together to strum on ukuleles. Participants will take turns suggesting songs. The group is intended for those with basic ukulele skills. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Chair Yoga
Dianne Orcher leads a chair yoga class at Land O’ Lakes Library. The class is beginner friendly and taught in seated and standing positions using a chair as a prop. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes
Zumba Class
Diana leads a Zumba class at New River Library. Chairs are optional. Registration is required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
1-2 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Teen Crafts
High school students work with perler beads during Teen Crafts at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Oct. 1
Medicare/Medicaid & SNAP Help
Zephyrhills Public Library assists in applying for QMB state buy-in program to help pay for Medicare part B premium. Get help applying for Medicaid and food stamps. Contact José Rodríguez at 813-420-3013 for details.
9 a.m.-noon; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Book Sale
Friends of the Library holds a book sale at the Land O’ Lakes Library patio. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes
Toddler Storytime
Ms. Laura leads a Toddler Storytime with stories, songs and early literacy-based activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is so limited, this program will be repeated at 10:15 a.m. Oct. 2. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Preschool Storytime
Ms. Laura leads a Preschool Storytime with stories, songs and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is so limited, the program will be repeated at 11 a.m. Oct. 2. 6375
11 a.m.-noon; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Tai Chi
Learn basic tai chi moves at Zephyrhills Public Library. Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 to register.
11 a.m.-noon; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Book Club
The Mystery Book Club at Hugh Embry Library discusses “The Glass Hotel” by Emily St. John Mandel. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Bingo
Play bingo for prizes at Zephyrhills Public Library. Games are free. Space is limited. Reservation is recommended. Call 813-780-0064 to register.
3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Chess Club
Land O’ Lakes Library offers a recreational chess club open to all ages and abilities. Volunteers can teach you how to play. Chess sets are provided or bring your own. Parents/guardians are responsible for actively supervising their youth. Registration is not required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
4-6 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes
Eco Wonders
UF Extension tells children, ages 7-11, about the wonders of nature at New River Library. Registration is required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Republican Club
The East Pasco Republican Club meets at the Academy of Spectrum Diversity. Guest speakers will be John Legg, candidate for Pasco superintendent of schools; Peter Castellani, founder/director of Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers; and Amy Yarborough, director of Pregnancy Care Center. A social begins at 6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.; 5320 First St., Zephyrhills
Fall Craft
High school students create fall crafts. Supplies are provided. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
6:30-7:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes
Oct. 2
Garden Club
Dino, of Hollies Nursery, discusses companion planting in your garden during the next Orange Blossom Garden Club of Lutz meeting in the Lutz Community Building across from the Lutz library. Newcomers are welcome.
10 a.m.; 98 1st Ave. N.W., Lutz
Oct. 5
Gardening Festival
UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service presents its eighth annual Pasco Master Gardener Volunteers Gardening 365 Festival & Plant Sale at Wesley Chapel District Park. The free event includes a large selection of plants, seminars, educational resources and gardening information. Seminars dive into topics such as container gardening, herbs, hydroponic gardening, orchids, pollinator garden in a pot, self-watering pails, terrariums and vegetable gardening. Hands-on activities for children will be available. mypas.co/FestivalPlantSale
9 a.m.-2 p.m.; 7727 Boyette Road, Wesley Chapel
Fall Festival
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Dade City presents the eighth annual Fall Festival. The event includes kids’ games, bounce houses, face painting, cotton candy, sand art and more with purchase of a wristband. Experience a Touch-a-Tractor section, fire department, sheriff’s posse and demonstration, arts and crafts, local entertainment, food, food trucks and basket raffle. Admission and parking are free.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 32145 St. Joe Road, Dade City
Orchid Club Expo
The Tampa Orchid Club hosts an Orchid Expo at Northdale Park. American Orchid Society judged winners will be on display. Potting supplies will be available. Admission costs $5. Visit TampaOrchidClub.com for details.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.; 15510 Hooting Owls Place, Tampa
Family Fest
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Land O’ Lakes hosts its annual Family Fest. The free festival is open to all. Family fun includes free food, games, music, inflatables for the kids and more family fun. Admission and parking are free. ladyrosary.org/familyfest
11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; 2348 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Night at Museum
Starkey Ranch TLC invites the community to Night at the M.A.P.S. Museum, where exhibits come to life. Activities include crafts, games and prizes. Tickets cost $10 per child (plus taxes and fees). Parents get in free. Buy tickets at mapsmuseum.org.
11:30 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Pet Blessing
Land O’ Lakes United Methodist Church invites the community to bring their dogs, cats and other beloved animals to a Blessing of the Pets. Learn about pet services in the community, snag some pet swag or hop into the photo booth. lolumc.org
2-4 p.m.; 6209 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes
Oct. 6
Orchid Club Expo
The Tampa Orchid Club hosts the second day of the Orchid Expo at Northdale Park. American Orchid Society judged winners will be on display. Potting supplies will be available. Admission costs $5. Visit TampaOrchidClub.com for details.
10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 15510 Hooting Owls Place, Tampa
Italian American Festival
The Italian American Club of Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club hosts its annual Italian American Fall Festival At the club’s community center. The event will feature vendors with crafts, stained glass, handmade greeting cards and food specialties. Club members will sell their favorite Italian foods. The event is cash only and proceeds will benefit local charities. Call 267-261-1809 for details.
3-7 p.m.; 11245 Old Tampa Bay Drive, San Antonio
