Wilson continues ‘Whirlwind’ year in Tampa
TAMPA – Lainey Wilson will bring her Whirlwind World Tour to Florida in March.
The Grammy, CMA and ACM Award-winning artist is planning a Tampa performance Nov. 7 at Amalie Arena and an Orlando concert Nov. 8 at Kia Center.
Wilson is having a landmark year. She was nominated for Best Country Album at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for her record, “Whirlwind,” released this past summer.
“Whirlwind” earned Wilson her best sales week ever as the record debuted at No. 8 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. It was her first top 10 entry.
The album features her current Top 5 country radio single “4x4xU” which is geared up to be her eighth #1 hit.
In just the past year, Wilson was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry; performed during the Dallas Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Halftime Show; and won Best Country Album at the 2024 Grammy Awards, three awards at the 59th ACM Awards and two awards at the 58th CMA Awards, where she also made her hosting debut alongside Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan.
Feb. 13
Cozy Crafters
Join Nina and Gina as they demonstrate how to use the die cutter machines at Centennial Park Library to make adorable papercut cards. Make cards or other paper craft projects like bookmarks. Cozy Crafters is a low-pressure opportunity to enjoy the art studio, spend time with other artsy/crafty types and try your hand at a creative activity.
2-4:30 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites tween and teen adventurers to join its new Dungeons and Dragons Club. New and experienced adventurers are welcome. The club will be doing one-shots (single session campaigns), character creation and all D&D related things. You may bring your own materials if you have them like Player’s Handbook, dice and notebook. The library will have pre-made and blank character sheets for your use. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
3-5 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Youth Candy Taste Test
Kids in grades 3-7 take a blind candy taste test at Regency Park Library. Registration and a signed waiver is required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
4:30-5:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
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
Puppy Love! (Sensory Program)
Join Zephyrhills Public Library for a Valentine/pet-themed program with sensory activities and crafts. This program may be messy, so dress in clothes you can get dirty. Space is limited, but registration is not required. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
10-11 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Business Networking
Join the Starkey Ranch Library to meet and network with other professionals in the area and learn about what Pasco Libraries offer for local businesses and organizations. Complimentary refreshments will be provided by Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10-11:30 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Valentine’s Bracelet Craft
Celebrate the spirit of Valentine’s Day with a creative and relaxing bracelet-making program at Regency Park Library! Participants will have the opportunity to design and create personalized bracelets using a variety of colorful beads, charms and simple materials. This program is perfect for all skill levels. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Creative Coloring for Adults
Adults let their creativity flow and stress melt away at the weekly coloring program at South Holiday Library. Materials will be provided including gel pens, colored pencils, markers and coloring pages. Presented by the Friends of the South Holiday Library. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Nerd Lounge
The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites tweens and teens to hang out and talk about all their nerdy pop culture favorites such as video games, cosplay, K-pop, comic books, manga, Dungeons and Dragons and more. During this month’s Nerd Lounge, tweens and teens make DIY love potions for Valentine’s Day. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
3-4:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
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
Stage Show
Richey Suncoast Theatre presents a Hunk-O-Mania Male Review live performance. Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
8 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
Feb. 14-16
Avalon Stables
Cirque Ma’Ceo combines exotic horses and world-class acrobatics in a performance under the Big Top at Avalon Stables. Get tickets at https://tickets.cirquemaceo.com. Tickets start at $35 for adults and $20 for children, ages 3-12). Shows will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 14, 4 & 7 p.m. Feb. 15 and 1 & 4 p.m. Feb. 16.
Various times; 18029 Lake Reflections Blvd., Lutz
Feb. 15
Crafting with Corinne
People, ages 9 and older, make macrame bookmarks during Crafting with Corinne at Land O’ Lakes Library. All supplies will be provided. All Makerspace programs require closed-toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms. You can acquire forms at the Service Desk or read and print them from our website. pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/. Registration is required.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Benefit Concert
Dade City First United Methodist Church hosts a benefit concert featuring classical pianist Jeffrey Chodil’s arrangement of “Rhapsody in Blue.” Donations will be accepted. All proceeds will be given to The United Methodist Committee on Relief in efforts to help those suffering with hurricane and fire damage.
2 p.m.; 37628 Church Ave. Dade City
Live Music
Richey Suncoast Theatre hosts Stretch’s Rubberband’s Stevie Wonder Valentine Tribute . Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
Feb. 16
Live Music
Richey Suncoast Theatre presents Liverpool Live, a live music show. Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
2 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
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. 18
Auditions
Richey Suncoast Theatre holds auditions for Fool’s Follies – Spring Improv Cohort. Get details at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
6:30 p.m.; 5600-5698 Sims Lane, New Port Richey
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
Comedy Show
Richey Suncoast Theatre presents a Tanyalee Davis comedy show. Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
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
Live Music
Richey Suncoast Theatre presents live music by The American Stones. Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
Feb. 23
Live Music
Richey Suncoast Theatre presents live music by Boomerz Doowap. Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
2 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
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. 27
Stage Show
Richey Suncoast Theatre presents Beginner/Intermediate Acting Showcase. Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
Feb. 28
Movie Screening
Richey Suncoast Theatre screens the film, “The Notebook.” Tickets for performances are available at richeysuncoasttheatre.com/event-calendar.
7 p.m.; 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey
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
