The Laker/Lutz News

Serving Pasco since 1981/Serving Lutz since 1964

Mary Rathman

04/01/2023 – Volunteer Day

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Home For Our Troops (HFOT) invites the community to a Volunteer Day event to help landscape Army SPC Michael Monthervil’s future custom home on April 1 at 10 a.m., at 32885 Michigan Ave., in San Antonio. Check-in is at 9:30 a.m. Monthervil was severely injured in 2014 in Afghanistan during a training exercise. Volunteers are asked to bring gardening gloves and will receive an HFOT T-shirt and lunch. To find out more on how to get involved or to make a donation, visit HFOTusa.org.

It’s a sweet season for picking

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Blueberry season in Florida has opened, giving family and friends an opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, while picking their own supply of the fruit.

Besides boasting a rich flavor, blueberries are packed with antioxidants — providing health benefits and giving people a chance to have fun while gathering the berries.

The Florida Agritourism Association offers the opportunity for added income, helping to ensure the next generation of Florida farmers, according to a news release.

Here is a sample of local farms that offer blueberry u-pick events:

For year-round information on agritourism events and a list of u-pick farms in Florida, follow the Florida Agritourism Association online at VisitFloridaFarms.com, on Facebook, or download the association’s free app in the Apple or Android app stores.

Published March 29, 2023

04/10/2023 – Zephyrhills Art Club

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The Zephyrhills Art Club will meet on April 10 at 7 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 38231 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills. Guests should use the back entrance. The club offers demonstrations and workshops. For information, call Sandra Lallemand at 352-523-1213.

04/08/2023 – Weaving craft

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The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2118 Collier Parkway, will host “Wonderful Weavers,” on April 8 at 2 p.m., for ages 9 to 13. Participants can learn how to weave a pencil holder out of a paper cup and yarn. For information, call 813-929-1214.

04/08/2023 – The Lit Club

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The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Culture Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host The Lit Club on April 8 at 10:30 a.m., to discuss “What the Wind Knows” by Amy Harmon. This book discussion group is for adults. Participants can pick up a copy of the book at the library service desk. For information, call 727-815-7126.

04/06/2023 – Giant Jenga Build

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The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a Teen Foundry Jenga Build on April 6 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., for ages 13 to 18, in preparation for the library’s gaming event on May 6. Participants can learn basic woodworking skills as they cut, sand and paint a Jenga set for use at the library. This project will take place over a few weeks. Those interested can sign up for one or all of the times available. Teens can receive volunteer hours for this service. Completed safety and waiver forms are required, and are available at the Service Desk prior to the class or online at PascoLibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/. Registration is online at PascoLibraries.org.

04/05/2023 – Container Gardens

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The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a master gardener class on April 5 at 6 p.m. A guest speaker will discuss the ins and outs of container gardening. Participants can learn to grow flowers and herbs in convenient containers. Practical ideas and resources will be provided. Registration is online at PascoLibraries.org.

04/05/2023 – Learn to French Braid

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The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., in Zephyrhills, will host a “Learn How to French Braid” class on April 5 at 2:30 p.m. Amber Bruss, of The Salon on 5th, will demonstrate the techniques to style hair in a French braid. For information, call 813-780-0064.