Digital Dome Theatre now open at MOSI
TAMPA – The Museum of Science & Industry has opened what’s billed as America’s second largest planetarium.
The Digital Dome Theatre is the new home of MOSI’s Saunders Planetarium. Just 46 people could fit in MOSI’s previous planetarium; relocating to the 330-plus seat Digital Dome Theatre dramatically increases the number of MOSI guests and field trip students who can be wowed and inspired each day.
The new 8K image technology is far sharper, brighter and more immersive than the old film technology that last operated inside the dome in 2017. A combination of foundation, private and community support funded the upgrades. Tickets are available now at mosi.org.
April 16
Master Gardeners
Learn about growing bananas and other tropical fruits in your backyard during a Master Gardener Seminar at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. The presentation will cover climate zones and growing zones, tropical fruit horticulture, origins and morphology of the banana plant and how to create the best conditions for tropical fruits in Pasco County. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
11 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Health Screening
BayCare offers free health screenings at Regency Park Library. This includes lipid screenings with blood pressure, lipid, BMI and glucose checks (all done via finger sticks). Registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
1-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
String Art
Regency Park Library hosts a String Art program in which people thread colorful strings through holes in a cardstock base to form intricate designs and patterns. 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 provides old school crafting for adults. Registration is required. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
2-4 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Democratic Club
The Central Pasco Democratic Club meets at Meadow Pointe I Clubhouse and on Zoom. Beverly Ledbetter will speak on Fighting Back Teams. For details visit CentralPascoDemClub on Facebook or call 813-453-1663. All friends of the Democratic Party are invited.
6 p.m.; 28245 County Line Road, Wesley Chapel
Writer’s Corner
The Writer’s Corner at Land O’ Lakes Library reviews each other’s writing pieces and gives feedback. The workshop is best suited for adults; however, high school students are welcome to join. Registration is required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Karaoke
Kenny Mathis brings karaoke to Banana Wind Bar & Grill. bananawindzhills.com
7-10:30 p.m.; 5536 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills
Comedy Show
John J. Murray, Jerod Walker and JAmes Hollingsworth perform at the Craft Brew Comedy show at Florida Avenue Brewing Co. Tickets cost $15. The show is for ages 21 and older. floridaavebrewing.com
7 p.m.; 2029 Arrowgrass Drive, Wesley Chapel
April 17
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
Art Closet
Centennial Park Library has a free art closet where people can pick up supplies, such as jewelry, beads, yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, brushes, paint, art books and drawing supplies. The offering is made possible by the Friends of the Centennial Park Library and donors. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
3-4:50 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Trivia Night
Events Done Right presents a Trivia Night at Bubba’s 33. eventsdonerighttampabay.com
7-10 p.m.; 26340 Silver Maple Pkwy., Wesley Chapel
Karaoke
Treble Makers Dueling Piano Bar & Restaurant hosts live piano karaoke. Reservations are recommended at treble-makers.com/reserved-seating.
8-10 p.m.; 6034 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel
April 18
Dance, Dance, Freeze!
Join Zephyrhills Public Library for a library dance party. Children and their caregivers will dance the morning away. There will be songs, shaker eggs, bubbles, and more. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
10-11 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Earth Day
Join Zephyrhills Public Library for an Earth Day celebration with crafts and games. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Creative Coloring
Adults let their creativity flow and 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. Presented by the Friends of the South Holiday Library. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Karaoke
Black Sheep American Pub hosts a Karaoke Night. blacksheepap.com/
7-11 p.m.; 18450 U.S. 41, Lutz
Karaoke
Luna Tunes brings karaoke to The Foxhole. thefoxholeusa.com
7:30-11 p.m.; 4711 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills
Live Music
Smokepoint performs music at O’Brien’s Irish Pub. obrienswc.com
8 p.m.; 5429 Village Market, Wesley Chapel
Live Music
Aurora for the Night performs music at Banana Wind Bar and Grill. bananawindzhills.com
8 p.m.; 5536 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills
April 19
SHINE
Stop in Land O’ Lakes Library and find out all about Medicare and what benefits you need to worry about each year. Contact Geralyn at SHINE at 727-570-9696, Ext. 234 with any questions.
10-11 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Wizards & Lizards
Regency Park Library hosts a storytime with songs, stories and activities featuring wizards and lizards. All ages welcome. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Read to Rover
Young readers and their families can stop by to read a book or offer a friendly pat to dogs from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Pittie Party!
In collaboration with Pasco Animal Services, celebrate cute pups with big smiles and learn more about pet fostering at Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center. Meet several foster pups that are up for adoption, learn about pet fostering in a Q&A session, enjoy a children’s storytime with Gunner the Rescue Dog and enjoy refreshments generously provided by Starkey Friends of the Library. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:30 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Plant/Seed Swap
The New River Garden Club swaps seedlings, seeds, plants and garden tools at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10:30 a.m.-noon; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Earth Day
The City of San Antonio hosts Earth Day in the Park at City Park.Help keep the park clean and get information from the garden club. sanantonioflorida.org
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; 12202 Main St., San Antonio
Easter Matinee
Harvester Community Church screens “Passion of the Christ” during a special Easter Matinee. Free popcorn available.
1 p.m.; 2432 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Knife Skills
Volunteer Emily explains how to be more efficient when chopping items to prepare meals at Regency Park Library. Registration is required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Kids Aloft
Children in grades 3-5 paint cherry blossom trees during Kids Aloft at Centennial Park Library. Registration is required. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Family Movie
Hugh Embry Library screens a family-friendly movie with popcorn. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
2-3:30 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Chicago Tribute
Pieces of Eight: A Tribute to Chicago on Saturday, April 19, at 7:30 p.m.
Pieces of Eight, billed as Tampa Bay’s favorite soul and funk horn band, performs hits from Chicago, Tower of Power and others at New Tampa Arts Center. Tickets cost $15 to $20, depending on seat. Buy them at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
7:30 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
Live Music
The Southern Knights Band performs at Banana Wind Bar and Grill. bananawindzhills.com
8 p.m.-midnight; 5536 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills
April 20
Easter Service
AdventHealth Zephyrhills presents an inspiring message, joyous music and release of doves during an Easter Sunrise Service at the hospital. ahzephyrhills.com/events
7 a.m.; 7050 Gail Blvd., Zephyrhills
Easter Service
The Bridge Family Church holds Easter Sunday contemporary service inside Dayspring Angeline Academy. A nursery will be available.
10 a.m.; 9371 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes
April 21
Music Bingo
Forty Thieves hosts a Music Bingo Night on Mondays. 40thievespub.com
7 p.m.; 2741 E. County Line Road, Lutz
April 25
Senior Expo
Laker-Lutz News invites older adults to attend the Thrive Over 55 Senior Expo at BB Theatre. Browse vendors spanning health, wellness, financial services, travel and other interests. Register in advance at https://tinyurl.com/thriveFL.
9 a.m.-noon; 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd. Wesley Chapel
Main Street Madness
Main Street Zephyrhills presents Main Street Madness Music & Market in Downtown Zephyrhills. This night of music and shopping includes a nifty hat contest for prizes. mainstreetzephyrhillsevents.org
5-9 p.m.; 38500 5th Ave., Zephyrhills
April 27
Spheres Bubble Show
As seen on “America’s Got Talent,” the Spheres Bubble Show is a family-fun, immersive, and interactive bubble experience that will blow audiences away at New Tampa Arts Center. Tickets cost $20. Buy them at NewTampaArtsCenter.org/Tickets.
3 p.m.; 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa
April 28
Republican Club
District 2 Pasco County Commissioner Seth Weightman will be the guest of the Republican Club of Central Pasco meeting at Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639. Arrive at 6 p.m. for refreshments followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. All interested parties are invited to attend. Call Sandy Graves at 813-817-3011 for details.
6:30 p.m.; 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes
