Mary Rathman

The AARP Smart Driver Class, for drivers age 50 and older, will be offered at these Pasco locations in January. Most automobile insurance companies offer a discount for completing the class, and the certificate is valid for three years. The cost is $15 for AARP members, and $20 for non-members. For class times, call instructor listed.

• Jan. 13 at Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway. Call Eugene Pool at (813) 949-8585.
• Jan. 19 and Jan. 20 at The Groves, 7934 Melogold Circle in Land O’ Lakes. Call Ron Tamborski at (813) 995-2090.
• Jan. 25 at Meadow Pointe I Community Center, Building C, 28245 County Line Road in Wesley Chapel. Call Dennis Smith at (813) 994-9832.

Horizon Bay, 414 E. Chapman Road in Lutz, will offer the AARP Driver Safety Program on Jan. 13 at 9 a.m. The cost for AARP members is $15, and $20 for non-members. For information, call (813) 909-9679.

The Hugh Embry Library Chess Club will meet Jan. 6 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City. Chess players of all skill levels can meet and play. Guests can bring their own chess sets or use one from the library. The club is open to adults and teens. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

The Tampa Jewish Community Center & Federation, 13009 Community Campus Drive in Tampa, has a new book club that started Jan. 4. The club will meet every two months, on Mondays, at 11 a.m., to discuss the current book selection. The first book is “Love and Treasure” by Ayelet Waldman. For information, contact Marissa Rosenthal at (813) 769-4724, or .

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a class on “Hand Tools, Power Tools and More” on Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. Guests can learn how to use basic woodworking tools. A signed liability waiver is required, and dress code guidelines must be followed for safety. The class is for ages 16 and older. To register, call (813) 929-1214.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a “Senior Social” on Jan. 7 at 10 a.m., with coffee, cake and conversation. Older adults can get involved at the library by offering programming suggestions, or just take the time to meet new friends, discuss common interests, and take part in recreational activities. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a book bazaar on Jan. 8 and Jan. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There will be a diverse selection of books, audio and video media, magazines, and related materials, most for a cost of $3 or less. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

The Lutz Senior Center, 112 First Ave., N.W., will present a recycling education program by the Hillsborough County Solid Waste Division, on Jan. 8 at 1 p.m. For information, call (813) 264-3804. Hillsborough County Aging Services is looking for ideas on activities, classes and lectures for active residents age 50 and older. To complete a survey, visit HillsboroughCounty.org/Aging.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host an “Introduction to Soldering” on Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. Guests can learn how to safely use a soldering iron to join electrical components and wires. A signed liability waiver is required, and dress code guidelines must be followed for safety. The class is for ages 16 and older. To register, call (813) 929-1214.

New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host these kids’ activities on Jan. 9:

• Lego Club at 11 a.m. Kids can build and program their own Lego creation with Lego Mindstorms and WeDo kits.
• Children’s Craft Corner at 2 p.m. Kids in kindergarten through third grade can make a fun craft and take it home.

For information, call (813) 788-6375.