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What’s Happening (01/22/25): SNL alum to perform at Tampa Theatre

January 21, 2025 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Fred Armisen is a comedian, writer, producer and musician. Photo courtesy of Tampa Theatre

TAMPA – Fred Armisen will bring his “Comedy for Musicians But Everyone is Welcome” tour to Tampa Theatre. 

Armisen is an 11-season veteran of “Saturday Night Live,” but he has stayed busy with acting credits in “Portlandia,” “Wednesday” and “Los Espookys.” 

He also voices characters in the hit animated “Super Mario Bros” movie as well as characters in “Big Mouth” and “The Mitchells vs. The Machines.” 

Armisen is currently starring in the Broadway play “All In.” He also served as band leader of the 8G Band on “Late Night With Seth Meyers” from 2014 to 2024. 

Tickets cost $48.50 plus applicable taxes and fees at the Franklin Street Box Office and at tampatheatre.org. 

 

Jan. 22

Baby Storytime

Babies, ages 0-1, and their caregivers gain a love for reading during Baby Storytime, a lap-sit program, at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10:15-10:40 & 11:15-11:40 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Toddler Storytime

Children, ages 1-2, build literacy skills during Toddler Storytime with stories, songs and activities at Regency Park Library. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

10:15-10:45 & 11:15-11:45 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Babytime

Babies, ages 0-2, engage in a lap-sit storytime for babies and their caregivers at South Holiday Library. Registration is not required but spots are first come, first serve. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

10:15-10:45 a.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday 

 

Toddler Storytime

Ms. Shaina leads a Toddler Storytime with stories, songs and other activities for children, ages 3-5, at Hugh Embry Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Toddler Storytime

Ms. Laura leads a Toddler Storytime with stories, songs and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Storytime

Children, 0-5, enjoy songs, stories and crafts during a storytime at Centennial Park Library’s children’s room. Registration is not required; however, space and supplies are limited. Call 727-834-3204 for details.

10:15-11 a.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Teen’s Makerspace

Teens can engage in open art using the maker cart in Hugh Embry Library’s teen room. The maker cart will be set up with materials for a passive activity. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Laura leads a Preschool Storytime with stories, songs, and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

11 a.m.-noon; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Shaina leads preschool storytime with stories, songs and other activities for children, ages 3-5, at Hugh Embry Library. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

11:15 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Children’s Makerspace

Children use Keva planks to hone their engineering skills at Hugh Embry Library’s Ingenuity Lab Makerspace. An introduction and tour of the makerspace will be provided for new participants, along with safety rules. Participants will have one hour, including cleanup time, to complete their activity. The event requires parents to sign waivers for participants. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

12:30-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Book Club

The Recipe Readers Club, where book lovers and foodies unite, holds its first meeting at Regency Park Library. Each month, the club pairs a themed book with an exciting culinary adventure, and this time, it’s all about the art of mixology – craft cocktail kits. Grab your favorite kit and a good book, and come ready to discuss both the stories we read and the drinks we craft. Registration is required. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Let’s Get Retro

South Holiday Library offers old school crafting for adults during Let’s Get Retro. Registration is required. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

2-4 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday 

 

Collage Creations

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts Collage Creations, in which students use old photos, magazine images and pages from old books to create collages. Materials and instruction will be provided; however, students are invited to bring photos and other collage materials. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

2-4 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

ClayWorks D.I.Y. Slab Mugs

Youth, ages 8-18, make a custom mug by hand during ClayWorks D.I.Y. Slab Mugs at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Participants must complete waivers beforehand. Patrons will return on Feb. 4 to finish their pieces. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

3-5 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Mat Yoga

Michelle Mack instructs a mat yoga session at Zephyrhills Public Library. Bring a mat. Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Chess Club 

Chess Master-rated coach Rick McKnight teaches children and teens how to play chess during Chess Club at New River Library. The club is open to kids and teens in grades 4-12. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

4-5:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Teen Advisory Board

The Teen Advisory Board provides teens a chance to provide input into programs and materials at Centennial Park Library while meeting new friends. Volunteers can earn one hour of service for participation in the board. Teen Advisory Board will now include a half hour of gaming after pizza and a discussion. Call 727-834-3204 for details.

5-6 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Chess Club

The Hugh Embry chess club, a U.S. Chess Federation affiliate, meets weekly and is open to all ages and skill levels at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

5:15-7:45 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Book Club

The Ales and Tales Book Club discusses “Beloved” by Toni Morrison at The Loop. Recommended for ages 21 and older. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

6-7 p.m.; 3338 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes

 

Jan. 23

Storytime Fun 

Read, sing, dance and more with your toddler or preschooler in a fun, interactive storytime at Zephyrhills Public Library.  Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

10-10:20 & 10:30-10:50 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Career Source

Career Source offers assistance with employment searches, resume writing, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance at Centennial Park Library. Call 727-834-3204 for details.

10 a.m.-noon; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Woodworking Open Build

Volunteers or staff will be on hand to assist creatives with woodworking projects during an open build at Land O’ Lakes Library. Bring plans and materials. This activity is intended for adults or youth, ages 9 and older, with an accompanying guardian. All Makerspace activities require closed toe shoes and completed forms you can get at the service desk or online at pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Preschool Storytime

Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Preschool Storytime with songs, stories and crafts in its children’s room. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10:15-10:45 & 11:15-11:45 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Baby Storytime

Regency Park Library offers a Baby Storytime for babies up to 1 year old and their caregivers. Spots for the lap-sit program are first come, first serve. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

10:15-10:45 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Becky leads a Preschool Storytime with stories, songs and other activities at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups participate in playing, reading, singing, moving and other activities to build a strong early literacy foundation. Call 727-815-7126 for details.

10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Children’s Makerspace

Children use Keva planks to hone their engineering skills at Hugh Embry Library’s Ingenuity Lab Makerspace. An introduction and tour of the makerspace will be provided for new participants, along with safety rules. Participants will have one hour, including cleanup time, to complete their activity. The event requires parents to sign waivers for participants. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Teen’s Makerspace

Teens can engage in open art using the maker cart in Hugh Embry Library’s teen room. The maker cart will be set up with materials for a passive activity. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Preschool Storytime

Children, ages 3-5, along with their caregivers enjoy stories, songs, and assorted activities during a Preschool Storytime at Regency Park Library. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

11:15 a.m.-noon; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

UF-IFAS Gardening

Kate Kaste, program manager for the Florida-Friendly Landscaping program at UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County,  leads a presentation at New River Library on the best ways to protect cold-sensitive plants in your landscape. Seating is limited. Register at eventbrite.com. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

2-3:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Mat Yoga

Michelle Mack instructs a mat yoga session at Zephyrhills Public Library. Bring a mat. Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Breakfast Basics

Tweens, in grades 4-7, join Regency Park Library to learn how to make breakfast basics during Tween Try It: Breakfast Basics. Registration is required. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

4:30-5:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Library Supporters

The Friends of the Zephyrhills Public Library holds its quarterly board meeting at the library.. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

5:15-5:45 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Yarn for a Cause

Yarn enthusiasts convene for a weekly gathering at New River Library. Participants talk about projects and share tips and suggestions. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Name That Tune!

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts Name that Tune, featuring songs from the 1950s to now. The team that guesses the most correct songs wins. Register as a team of 3 or 4 people to play. This program is for adults. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

6:30-7:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Jan. 24

Book Sale

The Friends of the Library holds a mini-book sale at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

Various times; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Thrifty Crafters

Make a creative and thrifty craft project at Zephyrhills Public Library. Registration is required. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

9:30-10:30 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Toddler Storytime

Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Toddler Storytime for children, ages 1-2, and their caregivers. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

9:45-10:10, 10:15-10:35 & 11:15-11:35 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Book Sale

Friends of the Library holds a book sale at New River Library. Proceeds support library programs. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Hello Homeschool

Join South Holiday Library for a look at what the Pasco County Recycling has to offer during Hello Homeschool. The group will make a recycled book hedgehog. This program is recommended for learners, ages 6-12, but other ages are welcome. Children under age 6 must have a caregiver present to assist them during the program. All participants under 12 must have a caregiver remain in the library. Adults do not need to register to stay with their child. Call ahead if you anticipate more than 1-2 adults in your party. Registration is required for each minor. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

11 a.m.-noon; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday 

 

Creative Coloring for Adults

The Friends of the South Holiday Library presents Creative Coloring for Adults. Materials will be provided including gel pens, colored pencils, markers and many coloring pages. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday 

 

Spill the Tea Book Club

The Spill the Tea Book Club discusses “Fiction Can Be Murder” by Becky Clark at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Food Trucks

The Fourth Friday Food Truck Rally attracts the likes of Coco’s Latin Cuisine, Piccola Pizzetta, Westchase BBQ and Nacho Wagon to Avalon Park. There is no fee to enter the rally. avalonparkwesleychapel.com

5-8 p.m.; 4424 Friendly Way, Wesley Chapel

 

Concerts

Tap Into Soul performs during the Pasco-Hernando State College Foundation’s 2024-25 Performing Arts Series at the PHSC Performing Arts Center. Buy tickets at phsc.tix.com.

7 p.m.; 10230 Ridge Road, New Port Richey

 

Theatrical Performance

Richey Suncoast Theatre presents “Into the Woods.” Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar. Contact the box office at 727-842-6777 or for group bookings or special accommodations. 

7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey

 

Jan 25

Genealogy Society

The Genealogy Society meets at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

9-11:30 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Model Trains

Regal Railways presents a model train show/sale with more than 70 tables of vendors at Hernando Fairgrounds. There will be a running train layout.  A food vendor will be there to sell food. Admission costs $6 for adults. Kids, ages 12 and younger, get in free. Credit Cards accept to go into the show. Prepay at regalrailways.com. Call Joe at 727-244-1341 if interested in being a vendor.

9 a.m.-2 p.m.; 6436 Broad St., Brooksville

 

Art Workshop

Kerry Stratton-Waltz conducts a workshop, “Creative Techniques with Watercolor,” with the West Pasco Art Guild. Register for workshops by emailing or visiting westpascoartguild.org for information.

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; 6206 Jefferson St., New Port Richey

 

Book Sale

Friends of the Library holds a book sale at New River Library. Proceeds support library programs. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

10 a.m.-2 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Quilt Show

As part of Dade City’s annual Kumquat Festival, the East Pasco Quilt Guild displays an array of locally crafted quilts at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details.

10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Kids Aloft

Children can pop into the Centennial Park Library to build LEGO bricks during Kids Aloft: LEGO Free Build. Call 727-834-3204 for details.

10-4 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Ham Radio

The East Pasco Amateur Radio Society hosts its Winter Field Day event at the San Antonio Train Depot Museum. Local amateur radio operators will be on the air for 24 hours straight. This is a practice for emergency radio communications. The free event is open to the public. Call Chris at 224-221-5064 or visit eparsonline.org for details. 

Noon; 32627 Railroad Ave., San Antonio

 

Book Club

Bring the book you are currently reading or check one out to read day of during the Silent Book Club for Adults at Regency Park Library. There is no assigned reading at this book club. The first 45 minutes will be independent silent reading with an option to discuss after or to keep reading. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

ClayWorks D.I.Y.

People, ages 16 and older, make a custom mug by hand at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Wavers must be completed beforehand. Patrons will return on Jan. 25 to finish their pieces. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.

2-4 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Conversation Corner

Trained tutors at New River Library help with English reading, writing and speaking skills for English as a second language learners and English-speaking learners who want to read or write better. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

3-4:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Theatrical Performance

Richey Suncoast Theatre presents “Into the Woods.” Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar. Contact the box office at 727-842-6777 or for group bookings or special accommodations. 

7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey

 

Book Sale

The Friends of the Library holds a mini-book sale at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

Various times; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City 

 

Jan. 26

Theatrical Performance

Richey Suncoast Theatre presents “Into the Woods.” Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar. Contact the box office at 727-842-6777 or for group bookings or special accommodations. 

2 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey

 

Jan. 27 

Story Time

Infants, ages 0-18 months, learn about the joys of books, rhymes and music during Baby Bookworms Story Time at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Chair Yoga

Dianne Orcher leads a chair yoga class at Land O’ Lakes Library. The class is taught in seated and standing positions using a chair as a prop. Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library sponsors the program. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Open Art

Hugh Embry Library offers an Ingenuity Lab Makerspace for Kids with materials and activities that encourage children to create and explore. Participants will make whatever they want from the materials provided. Waivers must be signed beforehand. Call 352-567-3576 for details.

10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. & Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. & Jan. 29, 12:30-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Visual Arts

Junior Polo, of Prodigy Cultural Arts, leads free weekly visual arts classes for kids, ages 8-16, at Centennial Park Library. Registration through Prodigy is required. Applications are available at the service desk. Email Fignole Desir at or call 813-558-5212 to register.

1-4 & 4:30-7 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Anime Club 

Teens in grades 9-12 learn to draw basic manga/anime figures during an Anime Club meeting at Hugh Embry Library. All materials will be provided. Call 352-567-3576 for details.

3-4 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

ClayWorks D.I.Y. 

Make custom Tic-Tac-Toe boards and game pieces at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Sign a waiver before the program. Ages 8 to 18 are welcome. Patrons will return Jan. 27 to finish their pieces. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

3-5 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

STEAM Adventure

Regency Park Library hosts Youth STEAM Adventure with cool winter activities. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

5-6 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Republican Party

Troy Stevenson serves as the speaker for the Central Pasco Republican Party meeting at Heritage Park. Stevenson was elected in December to lead the Pasco Republican Party. The club will hear Stevenson’s future plans and vision for the party. Refreshments followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Call Sandy Graves at 813-817-3011 for details. 

6 p.m.; 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes

 

Book Club

The Not Done Book Club discusses “The Woman in the Library” by Sulari Gentill at BarrieHaus Beer Co Trinity. Recommended for ages 21+ Registration is required. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
7-8 p.m.; 9945 Trinity Blvd, Trinity

Jan. 27-30

Lego Build

The maker cart in the teen room at Hugh Embry Library is set up with materials for a creative activity. The Ingenuity Lab will host a Lego Build Challenge this week. The teen room is dedicated to kids in grades 6-12. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Jan. 28

Medicare/Medicaid & SNAP Help

Zephyrhills Public Library offers help to apply for QMB state buy-in program to help pay for Medicare part B premium, “Medicaid” and food stamps. Call José Rodríguez at 813-420-3013 for details. 

9 a.m.-noon; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Book Sale

The Friends of the Library holds a weekly book sale at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10 a.m.-noon; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Resource Fair

Looking for information on healthcare, employment, and county services? Stop by South Holiday Library and meet different social services and community partners in one place. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

10 a.m.-noon; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday

 

Career Source

Career Source offers assistance with employment searches, resume writing, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance and more at Centennial Park Library. Call 727-834-3204 for details. 

10 a.m.-noon; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Woodworking Open Build

Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Woodworking Open Build. Use the library’s tools to work on an approved project. Bring your plans and materials. This activity is intended for adults or youth ages 9 years & older with a guardian. Sign a waiver form beforehand at pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & Jan. 30,  10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Toddler Storytime

Ms. Laura leads a Toddler Storytime with stories, songs, and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

10:15-11 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Story Time

Children, ages 1-3, engage in stories and songs during Bookworms Story Time at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Storytime 

Ms. Jenn leads a storytime with stories, songs, games and a craft at South Holiday Library. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Laura leads a Preschool Storytime with stories, songs, and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

11 a.m.-noon; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Tai Chi

Zephyrhills Public Library hosts a basic tai chi class. Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 to register. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

11 a.m.-noon; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Story Time

Children, ages 1-3, engage in stories, songs, and imagination during Little Bookworms Story Time at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

11:15 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Book Club 

The Mystery Book Club discusses “Shutter” by Ramona Emerson at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

2-3 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Winter Coasters

Regency Park Library  hosts an afternoon of painting with a project that allows patrons to create winter-themed coasters. Registration is required. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

English Conversation

Claudia, of South Holiday Library, hosts an English Conversation Club for adults of all levels to practice their English. Email to register.

2-3:30 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday

 

Tween/Teen Gaming

Youth play video and board games during Tween/Teen Gaming at Zephyrhills Public Library. Snacks will be provided. The event is recommended for ages 9 and older. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Therapy Dogs

Children practice reading to certified therapy dogs from Sharing Our World Therapy Dogs at Regency Park Library. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

4:30-5:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Try It Tuesday

School-age children make a heart plushie during Try It Tuesday at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

5-6:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Art Closet

Centennial Park Library has a free art closet to make art accessible to all and people can pick up supplies and discover something they love. Supplies include jewelry findings, beads, yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, brushes, paint and art books.. The offering is made possible by the Friends of the Centennial Park Library and donors. Call 727-834-3204 for details. 

5-7 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Improv Comedy

Richey Suncoast Theatre presents “Fairy Tales Gone Local: Out of the Woods in Pasco County!” at Peace Hall. Tickets are distributed through partner organizations and available to reserve online. They are free with a suggested donation of $10 at https://ci.ovationtix.com/36105/production/1225494.

7 p.m.; 5600-5698 Sims Lane, New Port Richey

 

Learn to Paint and Draw (Better)

Earthchild Sarah leads a class for adults on learning how to paint and draw (better) at Centennial Park Library. Bring a sketch book if you have one but materials will be provided. Registration is required. Call 727-834-3204 for details. 

5:30-7:30 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Jan. 29

Baby Storytime

Land O’ Lakes Library offers Baby Storytime, a lap-sit program meant to instill the love of reading in children at an early age. It is suitable for babies up to age 1 and their caregivers. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10:15-10:40 & 11:15-11:40 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Babytime

Children, ages 0-2, and their caregivers engage in a storytime with songs, stories and play at South Holiday Library. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

10:15-10:45 a.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday

 

Toddler Storytime

Children, ages 1-2, engage in stories, songs and activities during Toddler Storytime at Regency Park Library. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

10:15-10:45 & 11:15-11:45 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Toddler Storytime

Ms. Shaina leads a Toddler Storytime for stories, songs and activities at Hugh Embry Library. Space is limited. Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups participate in playing, reading, singing, movement and other activities. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Storytime

Children, ages 0-5, engage in songs, stories and crafts at Centennial Park Library’s children’s room. Space and supplies are limited. Call 727-834-3204 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Toddler Storytime

Ms. Laura leads a Toddler Storytime with stories, songs, and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

10:15-11 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Laura leads a Preschool Storytime with stories, songs, and early literacy-based activities at New River Library. Space is limited. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

11 a.m.-noon; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Shaina leads a Preschool Storytime with stories, songs and other activities at Hugh Embry Library. Space is limited. Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups participate in playing, reading, singing and movement. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

11:15 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Dulcimer Jam

Bring a dulcimer and join fellow dulcimer enthusiasts for an informal jam session at Hugh Embry Library. The program is intended for those with (at least) basic skills. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

2-3:30 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Creative Relaxation

A mental health professional leads a monthly class for adults that includes a short meditation followed by an expressive arts activity designed to help reduce stress at Regency Park Library. Registration is required. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

2-3:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Paper Chase

South Holiday Library presents paper crafting for adults. Registration is required. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

2-4 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday

 

Mat Yoga

Michelle Mack leads a mat yoga session at Zephyrhills Public Library. Bring a mat. Library does not provide the mat. Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

4-5 p.m. & Jan. 30,  4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Tween Craft

Join Centennial Park Library to make slime with instant snow inside during Tween Craft: Snow Slime. Registration is required. Call 727-834-3204 for details. 

4-5 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Chess Club

Chess Master-Rated coach Rick McKnight explains how to play chess to youth in grades 4-12 at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

4-5:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

ClayWorks Open Studio

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center offers open ClayWorks studio hours. Time in the studio is by registration only. Access to the pottery wheels is first come, first served. Glaze your piece on Jan. 29. Prior ceramics experience is recommended. Sign a waiver beforehand. Ages 16 and older are welcome. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

5-7 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Chess Club

The Hugh Embry chess club, a U.S. Chess Federation affiliate, meets weekly and is open to all ages and skill levels at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

5:15-7:45 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Jan. 30

Storytime Fun

Toddlers and preschoolers read, sing and dance in a fun, interactive storytime at Zephyrhills Public Library. Space is limited; however, registration is not required. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

10-10:20 a.m. & 10:30-10:50 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Career Source

Career Source offers assistance with employment searches, resume writing, interviewing preparation, EmployFlorida assistance and more at Centennial Park Library. Call 727-834-3204 for details. 

10 a.m.-noon; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday

 

Preschool Storytime

Children join for a Preschool Storytime with songs, stories and crafts in the children’s room at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10:15-10:45 & 11:15-11:45 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Baby Storytime

Children, ages 0-1, and their caregivers develop a love of reading during a lap-sit Baby Storytime at Regency Park Library. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

10:15-10:45 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Preschool Storytime

Ms. Becky leads a Preschool Storytime for children, ages 3-5, with stories, songs, and other fun activities at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Space is limited. Children and their grownups participate in playing, reading, singing, movement and other activities. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

Book Club

A book club discusses “Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner at Land O Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Ingenuity Lab 

Hugh Embry Library offers an Ingenuity Lab with materials and activities that encourage children to create and explore. This week, participants will make whatever they want from the materials provided. Waivers must be signed beforehand. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Preschool Story Time

Children, ages 3-5, along with their caregiver engage stories, songs and activities at Regency Park Library. Call 727-861-3049 for details. 

11:15 a.m.-noon; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey

 

Mountain Dulcimer

Learn to play a mountain dulcimer in an eight-part course at Hugh Embry Library. A limited number of dulcimers will be provided. Registration for all eight classes is required. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

2-3 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Mat Yoga

Michelle Mack leads a mat yoga session at Zephyrhills Public Library. Bring a mat. Library does not provide the mat. Space is limited. Call 813-780-0064 for details. 

4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Yarn for a Cause

Yarn enthusiasts meet to talk about projects and share tips and suggestions at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Jan. 31

Toddler Storytime

Land O Lakes Library offers a Toddler Storytime for children, ages 1-2, and their caregiver. Call 813-929-1214 for details. 

9:45-10:10, 10:15-10:35 & 11:15-11:35 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Conversation Corner 

Trained tutors help improve English language skills at Hugh Embry Library. This program is for adult learners of English as a second or foreign language and English-speaking learners who want to improve their reading and writing skills. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

10-11:30 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Tech Help

A staff member is available for one-on-one tech help at New River Library. You will be emailed your appointment time. Each appointment is 20 minutes long. Registration is required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

1-2 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel

 

Ukulele Jam 

The Tampa Bay Ukulele Society hosts a jam session at Hugh Embry Library. This program is intended for intermediate to advanced players. Call 352-567-3576 for details. 

1-2:30 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City

 

Adult Coloring 

Friends of the South Holiday Library hosts Creative Coloring for Adults at South Holiday Library. Materials will be provided including gel pens, colored pencils, markers and many coloring pages. Call 727-834-3331 for details. 

2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday

 

Theatrical Performance

Richey Suncoast Theatre presents “Into the Woods.” Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar. Contact the box office at 727-842-6777 or for group bookings or special accommodations. 

7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey

 

Comedy Show

Comedian Becky Robinson brings her Members Only Club Tour to the Tampa Theatre. You may know her as the Entitled Housewife, the outspoken viral golf character Becky, or from her time as a regular on MTV’s “Wild ‘N Out with Nick Cannon.” Tickets cost $39.50-$59.50 plus taxes and fees. Buy them at tampatheatre.org.

8 p.m.; 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa

 

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