Mary Rathman

The Dade City Rod & Gun Club will host the NRA (National Rifle Association) First Steps Rifle Program for area youth, through preregistration only, for ages 10 to 17. The four-hour program aims to give basic knowledge of firearm safety and proper rifle handling skills. Programs will be offered from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., on July 30, Aug. 6 and Aug. 20. The cost is $40 per child and includes the use of a rifle, ammunition, NRA training materials and refreshments. To register, or for information, call Larry Shrewsbury at (813) 929-8900.

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host its Summer Reading Program Final Party on July 30 at 1 p.m., for grades four through 12. There will be snacks, games and prizes. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a Harry Potter-themed adult coloring party, for ages 16 and older, on July 30 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Coloring is a way to reduce stress. A signed liability waiver is required. To register, call (813) 929-

The Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, will host MOSI Summer Games, in the spirit of the Rio Olympics, for a limited time. There are 11 events, including indoor archery, and tests of speed and reaction time. MOSI will transform into an Olympicene Village (olympicene is a real molecule that resembles the five Olympic rings). For information, visit MOSI.org.

The Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office is now accepting new and renewal applications for concealed weapons permits in its Dade City office, in the East Pasco Government Center, 14236 Sixth St., Room 110. Fingerprints, photographs and related services will be available. Appointments are not required. For information, call (352) 521-4338, or visit PascoTaxes.com.

Simply Events will host a “Beer & Burger Throwdown” on Sept. 17 from noon to 6 p.m., at Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Local burger restaurants will compete for “Best Burger,” featuring $5 or less burgers. Local craft brews will be on tap. There also will be a kids’ area, dog zone, music and more. Registration for vendors and business spaces must be made before July 31. For information, contact Drew Cecere at (727) 674-1464 or .

Tampa Bay Talent will present a Youth Talent Showcase on Aug. 19 at 7 p.m., at Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. The showcase is open to any singers, dancers and musicians, 20 years old and younger. Submissions may be sent via MP3/4, email, YouTube link, and DVD/video. The entry fee is $10. Finalists will be announced by 10 p.m., Aug. 8. Tickets for the showcase will be $10 in advance, and $15 at the door. Special groups rate available. For more details and information, contact Stephanie Stevens at (813) 322-3892 or .

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a preteen summer program for grades four to seven on July 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Kids can play “Minute to Win It” and eat pinwheels. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “Brando’s Magnificent Magnifying Glass” on July 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., for ages 9 and older. Kids can make their own magnifying glass. A signed liability waiver is required. To register, call (813) 929-1214.

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a kindergarten through third grade reading program called “Under African Skies” on July 28 at 11 a.m. There will be crafts and activities. For information, call (352) 567-3576.