Woman’s club donates to schools
LUTZ – Members of the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club’s Education and Libraries Community Service Program recently gathered at the Lutz Branch Library to sort boxes of school supplies donated by club members.
They delivered these supplies to Lutz K-8, Miles Elementary School and Denham Oaks Elementary, providing vital support to both students and teachers as they start the new school year.
This effort is part of the club’s ongoing commitment to education and community service, aimed at helping local schools create a strong start for every student.
On the web: gfwclutzlandolakeswomansclub.org
Sept. 3
Craft & Exchange
Regency Park Library invites adults to swap and reuse craft supplies, including fabric, yarn, scrapbook paper and more. Supplies must be clean and usable. Some materials will be available to start a project during the exchange. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
1:30-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Tiara Club
South Holiday Library invites adults to create hair jewelry. Registration required. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
2-4 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Chess Club
New River Library hosts Chess Master-Rated coach Rick McKnight for lessons and play. For grades 4-12. Registration required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
3:30-5:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Mat Yoga
Zephyrhills Public Library invites adults to join instructor Michelle Mack for a mat yoga session. Bring a mat; the library does not provide one. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Teen Advisory Board
Regency Park Library invites teens ages 13-17 to share ideas for programs, meet friends, have a snack and talk about what’s on their minds. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
4-5 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Master Gardener
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts a gardening workshop for beginners and experienced gardeners. Learn how to grow fresh vegetables year-round in central Florida. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Conversation Corner
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts trained tutors to help adults improve English reading, writing and speaking skills. Designed for ESL learners and those wanting to build literacy skills. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
6-7:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Membership Meeting
The Wesley Chapel Elks invite the community to a membership meeting at the Harley-Davidson Dealership.
7-8:15 p.m.; 25245 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Lutz
Sept. 4
Tech Help
Hugh Embry Library staff are available for help with computer or mobile device basics. Bring your own device or use a public computer. Registration required. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10-11 a.m. or 11 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Support Group
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts a monthly Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group, led by a trained facilitator from the Alzheimer’s Association. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Mahjong
Hudson Regional Library hosts weekly Mahjong play for adults every Thursday. Call 727-861-3040 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 8012 Library Road, Hudson
Tech Help
Regency Park Library offers one-on-one tech help for laptops, tablets, phones, resumes and online applications. Appointments are one hour long, and registration opens seven days ahead. Bring any materials you need help with. Registration required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Storytime Fun!
Zephyrhills Public Library invites toddlers and preschoolers for a fun, interactive storytime filled with reading, singing and dancing. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
10-10:20 a.m. or 10:30-10:50 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Baby Storytime
Regency Park Library invites babies up to 1 year old and their caregivers for a lap-sit program designed to build a love of reading. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
10:15-10:45 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
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
Preschool Storytime
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites ages 3-5 for stories, songs and activities with Ms. Christy. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Mahjong
New River Library invites adults to play Mahjong, led by volunteer Stefanie. Registration required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Preschool Storytime
Regency Park Library invites ages 3-5 and their caregivers for stories, songs and activities. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
11:15 a.m.-noon; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Tech Help
Centennial Park Library offers one-on-one help with smartphones, tablets, or computers, led by volunteer Jon. Available every other Thursday. Registration required. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
1-3 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Cheesy Breadsticks
Regency Park Library invites patrons to learn to bake cheesy breadsticks, perfect as a pasta dinner side. Registration required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Free Art Closet
Centennial Park Library opens its community art supply closet with free materials including beads, yarn, paint, brushes and more. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Friends of the Library and community donations. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
3-4:50 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Mat Yoga
Zephyrhills Public Library invites adults to join instructor Michelle Mack for a mat yoga session. Bring a mat; the library does not provide one. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
4-5 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Tween Advisory Board
Regency Park Library invites tweens in grades 4-7 to share ideas, meet new friends and enjoy a snack. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
4:30-5:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Plant Parent Club
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts Plant Parent Club with a DIY terrarium project. Registration required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Yarn for a Cause
New River Library invites yarn enthusiasts to a weekly gathering to share projects, tips and conversation. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Sept. 5
Driver Safety
Zephyrhills Public Library hosts an AARP Smart Driver Safety Course for drivers 50 and older, led by instructor Glenn Frances. Learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies and new traffic laws. No tests required; completion may qualify for a three-year insurance discount. Bring a lunch. Registration required. Call 904-544-8734 for details.
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
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
Conversation Corner
Hugh Embry Library hosts trained tutors to help adults improve English reading, writing and speaking skills. Designed for ESL learners and English speakers wanting to strengthen literacy skills. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10-11:30 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Creative Coloring
South Holiday Library invites adults to relax and get creative at its weekly coloring program. Materials 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
BINGO!
Hugh Embry Library invites the community to enjoy bingo with a chance to win prizes. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Sept. 6
9/11 Memorial Run & Walk
The Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel hosts its seventh annual memorial run and walk at Tampa Premium Outlets, honoring first responders and civilians lost on Sept. 11, 2001. A brief tribute ceremony precedes the run/walk. All ages welcome. Proceeds benefit local first responder charities. Register at runsignup.com/Race/FL/Lutz/911MemorialMile.
7:45 a.m.; 2300 Grand Cypress Drive, Lutz
Turn & Learn
Land O’ Lakes Library invites adults ages 18+ for guided woodturning with skilled mentors during Tri County Woodturners Turn & Learn. Two sessions offered. Prior lathe experience required. Closed-toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms required. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
9 a.m.-noon or 12:30-3:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Crafty Creations
Zephyrhills Public Library invites children and tweens to make superhero-themed crafts. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
10-11 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Open Studio
Centennial Park Library invites patrons to use its studio space for creative projects, including access to photo scanners, mat cutters, easels and art references. Bring your own projects. Waiver required; minors must be accompanied by a guardian on their first visit. Registration required. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Kids Legos
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites families to build with Legos, provided for all ages. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Lego Club
Hudson Regional Library invites LEGO fans of all ages to complete a building challenge or create from your imagination. Blocks provided. Call 727-861-3040 for details.
10:15-11:15 a.m.; 8012 Library Road, Hudson
Read to Rover
Hugh Embry Library invites young readers and their families to read with therapy dogs from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Story Time
Regency Park Library invites families to enjoy groovy dog-themed stories, disco fun, crafts and more. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Book Club
New River Library hosts a discussion of The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben. Copies available at the branch or through Libby and CloudLibrary. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Sewing for Beginners
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites ages 9 and up (including adults) to learn sewing basics while making an infinity scarf. A signed safety waiver and closed-toe shoes are required. Registration required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. & 2-4 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Ukulele Jam
New River Library hosts the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society for a jam session. Bring your ukulele and join the fun. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
Noon-2 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Kids Aloft
Centennial Park Library hosts an aviation-themed program for kids. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Learn About
South Holiday Library kicks off its new speaker series with a presentation on weeds and seeds from the Florida Public Archaeology Network. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the South Holiday Library. Registration not required, but seating is limited. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Conversation Corner
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts casual English practice with trained tutors. Designed for adults ages 18+ looking to improve speaking, listening, reading and writing. Supplies provided. No registration required. Call 727-815-7126 or email for details.
3-4:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Ukulele Jam
New River Library hosts the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society for a jam session. Bring your ukulele and join the fun. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
Noon-2 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Sept. 7
Bread of Life
Bread of Life Church celebrates its fourth anniversary with a special service followed by a complimentary dinner. Call 813-695-9327 to RSVP.
3 p.m.; 29716 State Road 54 E., Wesley Chapel
Sept. 8
Friends of Library
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts the Friends of the Library Board of Directors meeting to discuss events, fundraising and community outreach. Open to all. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Story Time
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites infants up to 18 months for a lap sit program with books, rhymes and music. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Story Explorers
Regency Park Library hosts a storytime with crafts, games and sensory activities on a star-struck theme. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
11 a.m.-noon; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Visual Arts Class with Prodigy Cultural Arts
Centennial Park Library hosts free weekly visual arts classes for ages 5-13 with instructor Junior Polo. Choose between two sessions. Registration through Prodigy required. Applications available at the Service Desk. Email or call 813-558-5212.
1-4 p.m. or 4:30-7:30 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Cupcake and Create
Hugh Embry Library invites teens in grades 8-12 to make string art while enjoying cupcakes. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Nerd Lounge
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites tweens and teens to hang out and discuss pop culture, games, cosplay and more. This month, Rick McKnight from New River Library’s Chess Club will lead a chess lesson. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
3-4:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Paint and Mocktails
Hugh Embry Library invites patrons to enjoy mocktails while painting creative masterpieces. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
5-6 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Master Gardener
Regency Park Library hosts UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener volunteers for a presentation on the desert rose. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
6-7:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Sept. 9
Medicare/Medicaid
Zephyrhills Public Library hosts José Rodríguez to assist with applications for the QMB state buy-in program, Medicare Part B premiums, Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps). Lunch break from noon-1 p.m. Call 813-420-3013 for details.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Book Sale
Land O’ Lakes Library invites the community to shop at its weekly outdoor book sale. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
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 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Toddler Storytime
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites ages 1-3 and their caregivers for stories, songs and imaginative fun. This is a ticketed program; tickets are available at the service desk on a first-come, first-served basis (one per child present). Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:10-10:40 a.m., 10:50-11:20 a.m., or 11:30 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Storytime
South Holiday Library invites ages 3-5 and their caregivers for stories, songs, games and a craft. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Storytime
Hudson Regional Library invites families for fun stories, songs and dancing. Call 727-861-3040 for details.
10:15-11 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m.; 8012 Library Road, Hudson
Toddler Storytime – Toddler Tuesday
New River Library invites toddlers and their caregivers for stories, singing and dancing. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10:15-11 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Chapter Chasers
Regency Park Library invites readers for a one-meeting read-aloud book club with reading and discussion. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Beginner Kumihimo
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts volunteer Jeanne to teach beginner kumihimo braiding. For ages 18+. Materials provided. Closed-toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms required. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Yarn for More
Hugh Embry Library hosts a weekly gathering of yarn enthusiasts to share projects, tips and conversation. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
12:15-1:45 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Master Gardeners
New River Library hosts a hands-on gardening workshop on propagation techniques with shared plant materials. Registration required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Tween/Teen Gaming
Zephyrhills Public Library invites ages 9 and up to enjoy video and board games. Snacks provided. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Ceramic Coasters
Hugh Embry Library invites patrons to create a set of custom ceramic coasters. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
On To Victory Fundraiser
The American Victory Ship and Museum hosts its fifth annual fundraiser aboard the Yacht Starship, honoring WWII and Korean War veterans. The evening features a VIP reception, dinner, live entertainment, and keynote by Lt. Gen. Martin R. Steele, USMC (Ret.). Get tickets at eventbrite.com. Proceeds support preservation of the historic ship.
4:30 p.m.; Yacht Starship, 603 Channelside Drive, Tampa
Therapy Dogs
Regency Park Library invites children to practice reading with certified therapy dogs. Relax, read and pet these friendly dogs. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
4:30-5:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Learn to Paint/Draw
Centennial Park Library invites adults 18+ to explore art foundations with Earthchild Sarah. September’s focus: representing 3D form on 2D surfaces. Materials provided. Registration required. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
5:30-7:30 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Teen Volunteering
New River Library invites teens ages 13-18 to an orientation session. Volunteers must complete the online application beforehand at pascolibraries.org/supporters/volunteering/. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Teen Advisory Board
New River Library invites teens to share ideas and design programs. Open to all teens; NR teen volunteers earn one volunteer hour. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
7-7:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Sept. 11
Bingo Night
The Wesley Chapel Elks host bingo at Beef O’Brady’s. Half of bingo card sales benefit the Elks.
6 p.m.; 27315 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
