The Hot Boys to reunite in Tampa
CHARLOTTE – Live Nation Urban announced an exclusive three-performance slate of shows headlined by Lil Wayne with special guests Hot Boys (B.G., Juvenile and Turk), presented by Lil’ WeezyAna.
The three-show run includes a stop Feb. 21 at Amalie Arena in Tampa. Buy tickets at lilweezyanafest.com.
Lil Wayne, B.G., Juvenile and Turk took the stage together for the first time in over 15 years at last year’s sold-out Lil’ WeezyAna Fest in New Orleans. They treated audience members to a performance filled with hits like “I Need a Hot Girl” and “Neighborhood Superstar,” as well as their individual tracks like Juvenile’s “Back That Azz Up” and B.G.’s “Bling Bling.”
Feb. 5
Valentine’s Stroll Buy
Stop by the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center and find something for your sweetheart. The Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library will have a stroll buy through Feb. 12 with books, crafts, gifts and cards with a Valentine’s Day feel!
Various times; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Feb. 6
Kumihimo
Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Kumihimo for beginners ages 18 years and older. Registration is required. The project will be a basic eight cord round braid using the round disc. All materials will be provided. All Makerspace programs require registration, closed-toe shoes, and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms. Forms are available at the Service Desk or can be read and printed from pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Feb. 7
Bazaar/Bake Sale
The Betmar Hobby Club hosts a Bazaar & Bake Sale in the 55-and-older community’s annex. The sale will feature homemade treasures.
9 a.m.-noon; 37137 Lakewood Drive, Zephyrhills
Preschool Praise and Play
Dade City First United Methodist Church opens the Sanctuary every first Friday of the month for a free community preschool playtime. Enjoy a scripture story, music, craft and playtime with new friends. Activities are geared towards toddlers and preschoolers but all ages are welcome. Email for questions. 9:30-10:30 a.m.; 37628 Church Ave., Dade City
Creative Coloring for Adults
Let your creativity flow and your stress melt away at South Holiday Library’s weekly coloring program. Materials will be provided including gel pens, colored pencils, markers and many coloring pages. Creative Coloring for Adults is presented by the Friends of the South Holiday Library.
2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Bingo
Hugh Embry Library hosts bingo for prizes. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Feb. 8
Master Gardeners
Come find out what plants, even native to Florida, are toxic to dogs and cats at Zephyrhills Public Library. This Master Gardener seminar will help you identify which plants in your home and garden are toxic and how to protect your pets, while still enjoying the plants with proper precautions. Register in advance at eventbrite.com. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
9:30-10:50 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Therapy Dogs
All children are welcome to come in and meet the therapy dogs of Highland Canine Connect and practice their reading with the dogs at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10-11 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Hugs & Hippos
Join Regency Park Library for a sweet Saturday story time with songs and stories featuring hippos and hugs. All ages welcome. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Prehistoric Wonders
Discover the world of paleontology with Charles Zidar from M.A.P.S. Museum during Prehistoric Wonders: A Paleontology Journey with MAPS Museum at Centennial Park Library. Dive into the ancient past as he showcases fossils and artifacts that unveil the secrets of prehistoric life and dinosaurs. Friends of the Centennial Park Library is sponsoring the program. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
3:30-4:30 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Feb. 9
Black Love
Tampa Theatre screens the PG-13 sci-fi drama “Fast Color” during the Black Love series. Tickets for the Black Love classics series cost $10 ($7 for Tampa Theatre members) and are available at the historic Franklin Street Box Office and online at www.TampaTheatre.org. Guests are invited to come early (2 p.m.) to meet some of Tampa’s blerd community and join in a conversation about centuries-old stereotypes, pop culture and claiming their space.
3 p.m.; 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa
Feb. 10
Art Club
The Zephyrhills Art Club meets at the First Baptist Church. The club offers demonstrations and workshops. Guests should use the back entrance. Call Sandra Lallemand at 352-523-1213 for details.
7 p.m.; 38231 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills
Feb. 11
Garden Club
The Land O’ Lakes Garden Club meets at the Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park. facebook.com/lolgcfl/
10:30 a.m.; 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes
Gardener Program
The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society presents Fire: Florida’s First Gardener at the Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park Community Center. The presentation highlights some differences between fire-dependent and fire-tolerant plant communities and how lightning and indigenous people have used fire to shape the landscape for hundreds of years. Chapter meetings are free and open to the public. Email or visit PascoNativePlants.org for details.
7 p.m.; 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes
Feb. 13
Dance Company
The Jon Lehrer Dance Company brings its signature athletic and artistic brand of dance to New Tampa Performing Arts Center. The dance company showcases a fusion of jazz and modern dance. Tickets cost $15-$20 depending on the seat. Buy them at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
7:30 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
Feb. 14
Tampa Bay Symphony
The Tampa Bay Symphony performs “Scandinavian Romance” at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center. The symphony consists of over 80 musicians. Buy tickets at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
8 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
Feb. 16
Black Love
Tampa Theatre screens the 2022 supernatural horror film “Nope” during the Black Love series. Tickets for the Black Love classics series cost $10 ($7 for Tampa Theatre members) and are available at the historic Franklin Street Box Office and online at www.TampaTheatre.org. Guests are encouraged to stay after the film for a deep-dive discussion into director Jordan Peele’s storytelling and directorial choices.
3 p.m.; 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa
Feb. 17
Democratic Club
The East Pasco Democratic Club talks about the Tuskegee Airman and 2025 club goals at the Genesis Center and on Zoom. All friends of the Democratic Party are welcome. Refreshments are provided. eastpascodems.com
6:30 p.m.; 38112 15th Ave., Zephyrhills
Feb. 21
Garden Club
The Dade City Garden Club invites the community to sip, savor and mingle during the Botanical Cocktail Social. Attendees enjoy festive botanical cocktails along with a mocktail and tea option. Garden club hostesses will explain how to create botanical beverages using ingredients you can grow in your own garden. Light bites will also be served to complement the evening. The cost of the program is $20 for club members and $25 for others. Must be 21 and older to attend. Buy tickets at dadecitygardenclub.com.
6-8 p.m.; 13630 5th St, Dade City
Concerts
Greggie and The Jets 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
Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Fleatwood Mac performs the “The Premier Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show” at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center. Tickets cost $20-$25, depending on the seat. Buy tickets at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
8 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
Feb. 22
Train Show
Regal Railways presents a Model Train Show/Sale with more than 60 tables at Elks Lodge. Vendors will sell various model trains, toys and more. There will be a running train layout. Refreshments will be available for sale. Admission costs $6 for adults and free for ages 12 and younger. Credit cards are accepted to get into the show. Prepay at regalrailways.com.
9 a.m.-2 p.m.; 7201 Congress St., New Port Richey
Sankofa
Join Kuumba dancers and drummers to experience the rhythms, songs, and dances of the African diaspora at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center. Tickets cost $15-$20, depending on the seat. Buy tickets at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
8 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
Feb. 23
Black Love
Tampa Theatre screens the 2016 film “Hidden Figures” during the Black Love series. Tickets for the Black Love classics series cost $10 ($7 for Tampa Theatre members) and are available at the historic Franklin Street Box Office and online at www.TampaTheatre.org. Guests are encouraged to stay after the film for a panel discussion featuring local Black women who are making waves in STEM-based careers.
3 p.m.; 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa
Cinderella Tale
Kuumba dancers and drummers bring “TIMINI” to the New Tampa Performing Arts Center. Taking place in the village of Fadiout, Senegal, “TIMINI” is the classic tale of Cinderella reimagined and brought to life through African music, dance, storytelling and audience participation. Tickets cost $15-$20, depending on the seat. Buy them at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
3 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
Feb. 26-27
Dr. Bryan Thatcher speaks at the Answers to Big Questions event. The event benefits people seeking forgiveness for past mistakes or searching for true peace in your life. Expect Uplifting discussions on forgiveness and peace, insights on the message of divine mercy and fellowship.
6:30 to 8 p.m.; 2348 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Feb. 28
Pavlo in Concert
Pavlo performs a night of Spanish, Flamenco, and Mediterranean guitar at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center. Tickets cost $50. Visit NewTampaArtsCenter.org for details.
7:30 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
March 21
Concerts
Rocky and The Rollers 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
March 22
Plant Sale
Nature Coast Chapter of Florida Native Plant Society sponsors a Florida Native Plant Sale with a large selection of native plants and books for sale along with free literature about planting, landscaping and promoting all things native at Harvester Community Church. Email or visit PascoNativePlants.org for details.
10 a.m.-2 p.m.; 2432 Collier Pkwy., Land O Lakes
April 4
Concerts
Shades of Buble 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
