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What’s Happening (02/25/26)

February 25, 2026 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Feb. 26

Woodworking

Land O’ Lakes Library invites adults ages 18+ (or youth 9+ with guardian) to use Makerspace tools for approved projects. Bring your own plans and materials. Closed-toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms required. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

9-10:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.-noon; or noon-1:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Storytime Fun!

Toddlers and preschoolers read, sing and dance at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call 813-780-0064 for details.

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

 

Preschool Storytime

Land O’ Lakes Library invites ages 3-5 and their caregivers for stories and songs. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

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

 

Gardening Workshop

UF-IFAS Extension presents: Timely Tasks and Tips for Your Landscape at New River Library. Register in advance. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

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

 

Concert

Suzanne and Jim perform a concert at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details.

2-3 p.m.; 14215 4th St., Dade City 

 

Mat Yoga

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

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

 

Yarn for a Cause

Join other yarn enthusiasts for a weekly gathering at New River Library. Participants share projects, tips and inspiration. Call 813-788-6375 for details.

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

 

Winter Ball Fundraiser

Live Oak Theatre and Conservatory invites the public to “Once Upon a Time,” an evening of dining, dancing and entertainment at the Carol and Frank Morsani Center for the Arts. The event raises money for the installation of a fence to keep students and patrons safe. The suggested donation is $85 per person. Buy a ticket, sponsor the event or make a donation by reaching out to , calling the box office at 352-593-0027 or visiting https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-once-upon-a-time-gala. facebook.com/LiveOakTheatre

6:30 p.m.; 21030 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville

 

Feb. 26-March 8

Strawberry Festival 

The Florida Strawberry Festival celebrates agriculture through exhibits, rides and entertainment. flstrawberryfestival.com

Various times; 303 BerryFest Place, Plant City

 

Feb. 27

Toddler Storytime

Land O’ Lakes Library invites toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers for storytime. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

9:45-10:05 a.m., 10:15-10:35 a.m., or 11:15-11:35 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Feb. 28

Golf Fundraiser 

The GFWC TampaBay Woman’s Club invites the community to hit the links for a great cause on Feb. 28 at the newly renovated Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club. The event takes on a mixed team scramble format. Mulligans and extra putts are available. The tournament includes contests, prizes, drawings and a BBQ buffet lunch.

 Pick up a registration form at the pro shop or email . Proceeds support charities including the Veteran’s Depot, Joshua House and Sunrise Domestic Violence Center.

8:30 a.m.; 10641 Old Tampa Bay Drive, Tampa

 

BBQ & Blues

The Pigs in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Festival features a barbecue competition, children’s fun zone, hog calling and music from the likes of The Nightbumpers and Thunderbolt Brown in Downtown Zephyrhills. eastpascochamber.org/pigz-in-zhills-bbq-blues-festival/

9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Downtown Zephyrhills

 

Supersized Storytime

Children listen to stories and songs during Supersized Storytime at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

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

 

Pokémon Party

Centennial Park Library throws a Pokémon Party with crafts, games and fun. Call 727-834-3204 for details.

2-4 p.m.; 5740 Moon Road, Holiday

 

Tribute Concert

The Beach Buoys perform hits from the Beach Boys in a concert at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Tickets cost $13, plus taxes and fees. Call 727-815-7126 for details. 

7-8:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa

 

March 3

Medicare/Medicaid

Learn about Medicare, Medicaid and food stamps at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call José Rodríguez at 813-420-3013 for details.

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

 

Woodworking

Land O’ Lakes Library invites adults ages 18+ (or youth 9+ with guardian) to use Makerspace tools for approved projects. Bring your own plans and materials. Closed-toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms required. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

10-11:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Eco Wonders

UF Extension presents “Cuttings – Plants for wildlife diversity in our Florida yards” during the Eco Wonders program for ages 7-11 at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 

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

 

March 4

Baby Storytime

Babies sit on a parent’s lap during Baby Storytime at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

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

 

Chair Yoga

Adults do various poses during Chair Yoga at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call 813-780-0064 for details.

10:30-11:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills

 

Museum Lecture

The Dali Museum presents “Edutainment in the 21st Century: How the Dali Museum Combines Art and Technology” at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Call 727-815-7126 for details.

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

 

Mat Yoga

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

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

 

Master Gardener

Learn about the Florida wetlands during a Master Gardener event at Land O’ Lakes Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details.

6-7 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

March 5

Storytime Fun!

Toddlers and preschoolers read, sing and dance at Zephyrhills Public Library. Call 813-780-0064 for details.

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

 

Mat Yoga

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

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

 

March 6-7

Yard Sale

A community yard sale will be held at American Legion Post #15 on March 6 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and March 7 (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.). Contact Barbara Smith at 336-524-4219 or for details. 

Various times; 37745 Church Ave., Dade City

 

Spring Book Sale

LOL Library Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library holds its spring book sale March 6 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and March 7 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The bag sale begins March 7 (1 to 3 p.m.). There will also be some collectible books and special priced series available at the book sale. Cash or check only. Call 813-929-1214 with further questions. Various times; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

March 8

Kumquat Festival

The 29th annual Kumquat Festival has been postponed to March 8 due to weather. Hosted by the Greater East Pasco Chamber of Commerce, the free family-friendly festival welcomes more than 40,000 attendees each year for arts & crafts vendors, kumquat treats, live entertainment and community fun. kumquatfestival.org or eastpasochamber.org

9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Downtown Dade City

 

March 9

The Zephyrhills Art Club meets at First Baptist Church. The club offers workshops and demonstrations. Guests and members should use the back entrance. Call Sandra Lallemand at 352-523-1213 for details. 

7 p.m.; 38231 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills

 

March 11

GFWC Pasco Junior Woman’s Club hosts a free clothing swap at Land O’ Lakes Library. Free clothing and small household items. Donations are welcome but not required. All donations left will be donated to the local women’s shelter.

6:15-7:45 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes

 

Ongoing

Photo Club

Land O Lakes Photography Club meets via Zoom the first Tuesday of the month. Those with an interest in photography may attend a first meeting by contacting Lillian Cucuzza at for a link to the meeting.

7 p.m.; online

 

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