9/11 Memorial Mile & 5K
The Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel will pay tribute to the heroes that responded to the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks through the 9/11 Memorial Mile & 5K Run/Walk. The event will be held Sept. 7 at Tampa Premium Outlets, 2300 Grand Cypress Drive, Lutz. The club uses proceeds for projects, such as its scholarship fund. Register at https://runsignup.com.
Community theater
Ampersand Theatre Troupe will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlies Brown” at 7 p.m. Sept. 7 and 3 p.m. Sept. 8 at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa. New Tampa Players hosts the troupe for adults with disabilities. Tickets cost $20. Buy them at https://newtampaplayers.thundertix.com.
Native Plant Society
The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will meet at 7 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park community center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The topic will be “Common Bird Species of Pasco County.” Chapter meetings are free and open to the public. Email with questions. Visit PascoNativePlants.org or Facebook.com/groups/PascoNativePlants for details.
Give community feedback
The New Tampa Performing Arts Center is looking for feedback through a brief online survey. The survey aims to capture people’s experiences at the center or suggestions on the types of events and programs that should be offered. Visit PublicInput.com/NTPAC to view the survey.
Plant clearance
Kessler’s Cacti and Things at Bearss Groves, 14316 Lake Magdalene Blvd., in Tampa, is in its final weeks of a summer plant clearance. There are large overgrown plants, stock plants for propagation and scratch-and-dent collector plants. Costs range from $2 to $20. Visit Kessler’s on Facebook for details.
September Sing-Alongs
The Tampa Theatre will host its September Sing-Along Series with these shows, all at 3 p.m.:
- Sept. 8: “The Greatest Showman”
- Sept. 15: “Labyrinth” (quote-along)
- Sept. 22: “Bohemian Rhapsody”
- Sept. 29: “Encanto”
The theater is located at 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa.
Costumes are encouraged. Tickets cost $14.50 ($11.50 for theater members) and are available at the Franklin Street Box Office or online at TampaTheatre.org.
Intro to photography
The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center will present “Intro to Photography & Exposure” from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 7 at 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa. The hands-on class is for ages 15 and older. Participants should bring a digital camera and lens 50mm focal length or similar. No wide angle or telephoto zoom. Those attending can learn how to use aperture, shutter speed and ISO. If you are not familiar with your camera, bring the manual to class, too. The guest speaker will be Noriko Buckles of the Chasco Camera Club. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
Houseplants seminar
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a houseplants seminar at 2 p.m. Sept. 10 at the New River Library, 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel. Register at www.eventbrite.com.
Grocery store tour
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a “Healthy Habits Grocery Store Tour” at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 10 at the Walmart Supercenter, 7631 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills. Register at www.eventbrite.com.
Fall Festival
The New Tampa Performing Arts Center will host its annual Fall Festival from Sept. 12 to 15 at 8550 Hunters Village Road, Tampa. The festival will feature performances from Tampa Bay-area artists and interactive events for all ages. The performance lineup spans music, theater, dance and comedy. Family-friendly activities include a free screening of Disney’s live action “Aladdin,” arts and crafts, and the Florida Orchestra’s instrument petting zoo. Admission is free. Visit NewTampaArtsCenter.org/events/2024fallfestival to see a schedule of events.
Fall Flea Market
The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will host its annual Fall Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 14 at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Drop off donations from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 13 at the park. The club will accept antiques, art/décor, crystal, china, household items, small appliances, kitchenware, clothing, shoes, kids’ stuff, books, toys and tools. Larger appliances and furniture items cannot be accepted. All donations must be clean and in working order. Proceeds will benefit club projects and local nonprofits. Call 813-838-2974 or visit GFWCLutzLandOLakesWomansClub.org for details.
Cooking with herbs
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a “Cooking with Herbs” seminar at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 14 at the New River Library, 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel. Register at www.eventbrite.com.
Environmental Action weekend
The Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots & Shoots program will welcome its namesake for a live appearance amid a weekend of events.
Goodall will speak at 7 p.m. Sept. 14 at Tropicana Field The event, “An Evening with Dr. Jane Goodall,” is open to the public.
Goodall, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, will share her message of hope in a talk tailored for the Youth Environment Summit.
Tickets range from $10 to $20 and can be purchased on EventBrite.com.
On Sept. 15, the “Day of Action around Tampa Bay,” will host environmental organizations that are part of the Roots & Shoots Alliance. Students, families and community members can sign up at https://rootsandshoots.org/take-action/events/yes-2024/ for a service project around the Bay area.
Dance student discount
The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts’ exhibition “TutuTango: A Photographic Ballet in Four Acts” features the works of Dorothee Elfring of Barcelona, Spain, and Michael Sheehan of Tampa. See the exhibition through Sept. 15 in FMoPA’s Gallery 2, 1630 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa. Local dance students, with proof of enrollment, can receive a special discounted admission price of $6 throughout the showing. Visit FMoPA.org for details.
Beekeeping seminar
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a beekeeping seminar at 11 a.m. Sept. 18 at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa. Register at www.eventbrite.com.
Parents’ Night Out
Better Together, a nonprofit for families and children, will host a Parents’ Night Out for families in the Tampa Bay area from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at Faith Life Church, 2702 E. Bearss Ave., Tampa. The program offers parents, grandparents and caregivers access to a couple hours of no-cost care for children from infant to 17 years old. Better Together will provide background-checked volunteers in addition to dinner, games and fun for children while the parents are away. Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. Visit BetterTogetherUS.org/PNO-Registration or call 239-470-2733 to register. Visit BetterTogetherUS.org/Better-Families/Volunteer/Learn-More for information about how to volunteer.
Fall Family Fest
The Tampa Bay Moms Group will host a Fall Family Fest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 22 at Water Works Park, Tampa. There will be interactive exhibits, vendors, family resources, games, food trucks, character visits, entertainment and giveaways. Admission is free. Visit TampaBayMomsGroup.com/fallfamilyfest for details.
Compost Happens
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer “Compost Happens” at 2 p.m. Sept. 26 at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Register at www.eventbrite.com.
UNDead in the Water
“UNDead in the Water VII: At Close Quarters,” Tampa’s premier nautical haunted attraction, will be back aboard the American Victory Ship, docked at 705 Channelside Drive in Tampa, starting Sept. 27, for select 14 nights. First Fright discounts are available. Tickets start at $19. Visit www.eventbrite.com for details.
Cheval Cares 5K
The Cheval Cares 5K Family Fun Run will benefit the National Pediatric Foundation, which supports research and hope for children battling cancer. The community can enjoy music by DJ Tommy Who, inflatables, food, face painting, balloon animals and a silent auction. The 18th annual event will start at 8 a.m. Sept. 28 at the Cheval Athletic Club, 4142 Cheval Blvd., Lutz. Pick up packets at 7 a.m. Registration costs $45 for adults and $35 for youth 12 and younger at www.chevalcares5k.com. Awards go to the top 10 male and female adults finishers; top five youth boys and girls; and top individual and team fundraisers.
Stencil workshop
The West Pasco Art Guild will present a “Making Your Own Stencils” workshop with Nancy Janovsky from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 28 at 6206 Jefferson St., New Port Richey. The guild’s Summer Special Show and Sale of its artists’ original artwork runs through Sept. 28. Register by emailing .
All about pollinators
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a seminar on pollinators at 11 a.m. Sept. 28 at the Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City. Register at www.eventbrite.com.
East Pasco Republican Club
The East Pasco Republican Club will meet on Oct. 1 at the Academy of Spectrum Diversity, 5320 First St., Zephyrhills. Guest speakers will be John Legg, candidate for Pasco superintendent of schools; Peter Castellani, founder/director of Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers; and Amy Yarborough, director of Pregnancy Care Center. A social begins at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Orchid Club Expo
The Tampa Orchid Club will host an Orchid Expo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 5 and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 6 at Northdale Park, 15510 Hooting Owls Place, Tampa. American Orchid Society judged winners will be on display, too. Potting supplies will be available. Admission costs $5. Visit TampaOrchidClub.com for details.
Italian American Festival
The Italian American Club of Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club will host its annual Italian American Fall Festival from 3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 6 at the club’s community center, 11245 Old Tampa Bay Drive. The event will feature vendors with crafts, stained glass, handmade greeting cards and food specialties. Club members will sell their favorite Italian foods. The event is cash only and proceeds will benefit local charities. Call 267-261-1809 for details.
The Moth comes to Tampa
“The Moth,” a show that features a diverse lineup of guests telling their personal stories of adventure, struggle, redemption and creativity, will return Oct. 10 to Tampa Theatre at 711 N. Franklin St., on Oct. 10. Guest storytellers will deliver their stories on stage, without notes, in the long tradition of community gathering around the fire to share their experiences and their culture. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 800-741-9090 or visit WUSF.org/TheMoth for details.
Haunted History of Pasco
The West Pasco Historical Society will present “A Haunted History of Pasco County” at 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Seven Springs School House (Peace Hall), 6431 Circle Blvd., New Port Richey. Pasco historian, genealogist and author Madonna Wise will talk about the folklore of haunted places. Admission costs $5 at the door. Historical Society members get in free.
Boo Barn Bash
Old McMicky’s Farm will host a “Boo Barn Bash” from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 19 at 9612 Crescent Drive, Odessa. There will be a petting zoo, pumpkin patch, bounce house, face painting, food, games and music. The cost is $15 per person; ages 2 and younger get in free. Free and annual passes cannot be used for this event. Visit TicketTailor.com/events/oldmcmickysfarm/1364892 for details.
Forest Hills bazaar
Forest Hills Presbyterian Church will host its 25th Holiday Bazaar from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 19 at 709 W. Lambright Ave., Tampa. The bazaar features items donated or created by volunteers. Church crafters make holiday wreaths, Christmas tree ornaments, Halloween and Thanksgiving centerpieces, lawn ornaments and other home décor. A variety of planters and yard art also will be available. Volunteers vote on organizations to receive grants from the total raised at the sale.
Candy Crawl
The Tampa Bay Moms Group will host a Candy Crawl from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 20 at Water Works Park in Tampa. Dress up or come as you are to stroll through decorated vendor booths, play games, make crafts, and collect candy from local businesses and community sponsors. There also will be a costume contest, food trucks and entertainment. Kids will receive trick-or-treat bags, while supplies last. Visit TampaBayMomsGroup.com/candycrawl for details.
Veterans Outreach Court
Veterans Outreach Court is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 8 at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, Primary Care VA Annex, 13515 Lake Terrace Lane, Tampa, for Hillsborough County veterans. Legal issues may be addressed: active misdemeanor warrants, fines, legal fees, court costs and ordinance violations. Register at www.HillsClerk.com. Call the public defender’s office at 813-277-1364 for details.
St. Timothy’s boutique
The St. Timothy’s Women’s Club Holiday Boutique will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9 at 17512 Lakeshore Road, Lutz. The event will feature more than 100 vendors, a plant sale, food, music and raffles. Interested vendors only should email . Visit the women’s club on Facebook for details.
East Pasco Republican Club
The East Pasco Republican Club will meet on Nov. 12 at the Academy of Spectrum Diversity, 5320 First St., Zephyrhills. The guest speakers will be Danny Burgess, state senator; and Mike Wells Jr., Pasco County property appraiser. A social begins at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Pasco Flea Fest
The Pasco Flea Fest: Fall Edition will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 16 at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The event will include vendors, a flea market, food vendors, a swap meet and live entertainment. Tents, tables, tarps and tailgates cost $30 for a 10-by-10-foot space. Call Community Market & Events at 727-365-6411 or email FleaFest@CommunityMarkets for vendor and swap information.
Indoor holiday fair
A Lutz Indoor Holiday Craft Fair is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 30 at 2155 Northpointe Parkway, Lutz. The event will include unique handmade crafts made by local artisans. Visit the Facebook page for details.
Holiday Arts & Crafts
Koren’s Quarters Arts & Crafts Show is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec.7 at 1120 Swilley Road, Plant City. The rain-or-shine event will include vendors, food trucks, holiday shops, Christmas music and pony rides. Admission and parking are free. Vendor spots cost $50. Visit Koren’s Quarters Show Facility on Facebook for details.
