What’s Happening

Keep Pasco Beautiful and the Pasco County Government are teaming up for the annual International Coastal Cleanup on Sept. 18 from 8 a.m. to noon. The event helps to prevent marine debris by cleaning roads and public spaces before trash travels through the stormwater system and into waterways. Disposable gloves and trash bags will be provided. Coastal Cleanup T-shirts will ...
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The University Area CDC (Community Development Corporation) will host a Prodigy Turn Up Dance Battle on Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at its community center, 14013 N. 22nd St., in Tampa. Children and youth ages 6 to 18 can compete for prizes. Solo freestyle and group battles also will take place. Participation is free. Registration is from ...
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The Dade City Woman’s Club will host its annual Fall Yard Sale on Sept. 18 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 39722 Palm Ave., in Dade City. There will be clothes, jewelry, artwork, home goods, electronics, small furniture, and more. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. The club also will be collecting, during that time, suitcases in good ...
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San Antonio Credit Union is hosting a free shred day at its Zephyrhills Office, 7301 Gall Blvd., on Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. For additional information, call 352-588-2732 ...
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The Pasco County Library Cooperative will host a Big Brothers Big Sisters virtual orientation, via Zoom, on Sept. 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and on Sept. 23 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., for anyone interested in becoming a mentor/volunteer. Mentors spend one hour per week, or two outings per month, participating in activities. Participants in the orientation ...
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The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will offer “Writer Wilderness: Creative Writing for Kids,” a biweekly program, starting on Sept. 21 at 4 p.m., for grades three to five. Participants should bring a notebook to practice skills, to tell stories, and to express themselves. Registration is required. Masks are recommended. To register, visit ...
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UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a class on edible landscaping on Sept. 21 at 3:30 p.m., at the New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. To register, visit PascoLibraries.org ...
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Citrus County Utilities Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program will offer a free, virtual gardening workshop, on Sept. 21 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Topics will include lawn and landscape fertilization, soil testing, irrigation practices, and more. Registration is online at CCUFFLprogram.eventbrite.com. For questions, call Steven Davis at 352-527-5708 ...
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The East Pasco Republican Club will meet on Sept. 21 at 6 p.m., at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 37015 Orange Valley Lane in Dade City. The guest speaker will be Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller Nikki Alvarez-Sowles ...
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The Tampa Rose Society will meet on Sept. 21 at 7 p.m., at the Seminole Garden Center, 5800 Central Ave., in Tampa, to share tips and tricks on how to grow roses. There will be a raffle, too. Social distancing and face masks will be required. Admission is free. For information, call 813-933-6166 ...
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The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will host a Nature Brunch on Sept. 22, on the topic of the Florida Black Bear. A light meal and drink will be provided. The cost is $12 to $18 per person. There is limited seating due to COVID-19. Reserve spots by calling 813-789-0904. No-shows and cancellations ...
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The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a “Cultivating Calm, Concentration and Connection Meditation Group” on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. No experience necessary. Chairs will be set up. Participants can bring a towel or yoga mat for the floor if preferred. Those taking part in the group also should bring a ...
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The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will offer a Sunset Story Time on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m., for families. Once a month, the group will meet outside (weather permitting). Guests can wear their favorite pajamas. Masks are recommended. Registration is required online at PascoLibraries.org. For questions, email ...
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The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative will host a “Celebrations Around the World” on Sept. 22 at 6:30 p.m., on the topic of Oktoberfest, for all ages. There will be music and food, and participants can learn about the customs and culture of this special occasion. Registration is at HCPLC.org ...
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The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host its first Teen Book Club on Sept. 23 at 4:30 p.m. This introductory meeting will include a discussion on a variety of topics, including general interests and what titles teens would like to read. Registration is online at PascoLibraries.org ...
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The Straz Center will host “Voices of the Community,” a series of free town hall discussions, via Facebook Live and Zoom. Each gathering is at 8 p.m. The next meeting is on Sept. 23 and entitled “Giving Voice,” about the evolution of the artistic and social power of the spoken word, hip hop, and its Caribbean elder, reggae. For information ...
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The Pasco County Cooperative Extension will host this year's 4-H program from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31, 2022. Children ages 5 to 18 can participate in county, district, state, regional and national-level 4-H clubs, events and activities. 4-H members join community clubs where they work with fellow volunteers to complete projects, community service, camps and workshops. Project areas include: Leadership, ...
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USF Career Services will offer these free virtual career development workshops, through Microsoft Teams, for teens in grades eight to 12 only: • Sept. 8: Writing a Professional Resume • Sept. 15: Completing a Job Application • Sept. 22: Interview Tips • Sept. 29: How to Select Your College Major All sessions are at 4 p.m. Registration is required. For ...
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The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, is seeking entertainers for its live “Macabre & Mysterious” gallery opening and artist reception scheduled for Oct. 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The center is looking for volunteer entertainers whose art form or performance can fit within the theme, including, but not limited to, musicians, vocalists, performance artists, spoken ...
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The Xtreme Faith concert scheduled for Sept. 25 at The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village in Dade City has been canceled ...
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Emotional ABCs: bit.ly/39TYhFf (social-emotional learning resources and programs) Emotional Health Activities: bit.ly/3a1EfZE (30 activities to download and use, for parents and students) GoNoodle.com: Movement and mindfulness videos Mindfulness and relaxation apps for kids with anxiety: bit.ly/3a1DSOK (15 apps for overcoming stress and anxiety) Mindfulness Resources for Teens: bit.ly/3b6ibNg (techniques to develop skills to be present and aware every day) ZenHabits.net: ...
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The 12th annual Harvest Festival scheduled for Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in downtown Zephyrhills, is seeking vendors. Applications are being accepted for vendors/ministries, sponsors and food trucks. For information, call 615-440-2044, or email "> ...
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Pasco County Libraries has announced that the library at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, is open. This innovative, joint project serves as a public library and media center for the newly constructed Starkey Ranch K-8 School. The new library features a 250-seat theater, multiple makerspaces, and a courtyard. A grand opening celebration ...
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The Florida State Fair has announced a one-time $5 admission ticket deal for the 2022 Florida State Fair (scheduled for Feb. 10 to Feb. 21). The ticket is valid for entry on any day at the fair. Ticket sales started Sept. 13, while supplies last. To purchase, visit FloridaStateFair.com ...
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The New Tampa Players will present “Akeelah and the Bee” on Sept. 17 to Sept. 20, at the Uptown Stage, at the University Mall, 2200 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa. The play follows Akeelah and her passion for words, which earns her a spot in the National Spelling Bee. The performance is appropriate for all ages. General admission is $20 ...
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The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will offer a “Weaving Class with Marilynn Ory” from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., on Sept. 11, Oct. 16, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11. The cost is $25 in advance and $30 at the door, for the first class. Subsequent classes are $20. Family discounts are available ...
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