Mary Rathman

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host a gaming club for grades four and above on Aug. 6 at 1 p.m. There will be board games, video games and role-playing games. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

The Friends of New River Library will meet on Aug. 6 at noon, at the library at 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills. This is a nonprofit group that meets once a month to support library programs for all ages. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

The Freedom Center will host “HopeFest” on Aug. 6 from noon to 4 p.m., at 27221 Foamflower Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. There will be free backpacks and school supplies, food, a kids’ zone, raffle giveaway, free haircuts, and face painting. For information, call (813) 414-1664.

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a Yu-Gi-Oh tournament on Aug. 5 from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., for grades four through eight. Admission is free, and prizes will be awarded. For information, call (352

The Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway, is looking for donations for goody bags that it is putting together for its teen volunteers. There are about 20 teenagers, ages 14 to 16 years old, girls and boys. The goody bags will be a way to thank the student volunteers for their help. Donations can be dropped off at the complex.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “Get Zen, Get Tangled” on Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., for ages 9 and older. Guests can take part in a Zentangle-inspired craft. A signed liability waiver is required. For information or to register, call (813) 929-1214.

The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will host a summer luncheon fundraiser on Aug. 4 at noon, at the Lutz Community Center, 101 First Ave., N.W. Lunch will include an entrée, salad or side, beverage and dessert for the price of $7. Guests can dine in or take out. For information, call (813) 786-8461.

Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care will host “Spotlight on Pasco” on Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Gulf View Square Mall, 9409 U.S. 19 in Port Richey. The event will feature vendors, door prizes and live entertainment, and will focus on families and the community. Admission is free. For information, call Scherei Hart at (727) 992-7449.

Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin Beckner, District 6, will host office hours on Aug. 4 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the Lutz Branch Library, 101 Lutz Lake Fern Road. Residents can meet one-on-one with Beckner (first-come, first served) to share ideas and voice concerns without having to travel to downtown Tampa. No appointment is necessary.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “Social Seniors” on Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to noon, for ages 55 and older. Participants can have coffee and cake, discuss common interests, engage in recreational activities, and get involved at the library by offering programming suggestions. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library. For information, call (813) 929-1214.