New Tampa Performing Arts Center announces 2025-26 season
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY – New Tampa Performing Arts Center unveils its third season, featuring a mix of theater, dance, music and family-friendly events.
Highlights include three mainstage productions by New Tampa Players: “Oklahoma!” (Oct. 17-26), “The Spongebob Musical” (Jan. 30-Feb. 1) and “Annie” (July 24-Aug. 2).
Additionally, Tampa Bay Symphony, Tampa Jazz Club and Tampa City Ballet will return to the stage with multiple performances.
Also returning this season are New Tampa Performing Arts Center’s signature concert series:
- Steinway Signature series, which presents world-class pianists.
- New Tampa Unplugged, an intimate, acoustic concert series inspired by the hit show “MTV Unplugged.”
The first New Tampa Unplugged show kicks off at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 with O Som Do Jazz, a jazz ensemble that captures the spirit of 1960s and 1970s Brazilian bossa nova and samba-jazz.
New this season is the Solo Spotlight Series, featuring four professional solo performances that showcase the storytelling power of a single voice. The series opens at 8 p.m. Oct. 8 with ”The Light Bringer,” a one-woman show by actress Laila Lee that tells her experience growing up Muslim in the American South.
The season also includes film screenings of popular movie musicals, rock tribute concerts and contemporary dance performances.
As part of its Affordable Art commitment, New Tampa Performing Arts Center offers select $10 tickets for all events produced and presented by the center. All film screening events are free admission.
On the web: NewTampaArtsCenter.org
Sept. 24
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
Youth Open Studio
Youth explore creativity at Regency Park Library with supplies provided for art projects. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
4-5 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Teen Advisory Board
Centennial Park Library invites teens to provide input on programs and materials, meet new friends, and enjoy pizza, discussion and gaming. Volunteers earn one service hour. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
5-6 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Chess Club
Hugh Embry Library hosts its weekly U.S. Chess Federation-affiliated club for all ages and skill levels. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
5:15-7:45 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Conversation Corner
Land O’ Lakes Library provides reading, writing and speaking practice with trained tutors for ESL learners and English speakers wanting to improve. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
6-7:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Sept. 25
Storytime Fun
Zephyrhills Public Library hosts an interactive storytime with reading, singing and dancing for toddlers and preschoolers. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
10-10:20 or 10:30-10:50 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Tech Help
Hugh Embry Library staff assist with computer or mobile basics. Bring a device or use a public computer. Registration required. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10-11 or 11 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Tech Help
Regency Park Library provides one-on-one tech help sessions. Registration required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Baby Storytime
Regency Park Library presents a lap-sit program for babies up to 1-year-old and their caregiver. 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 caregivers for stories and songs. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:15-10:45 and 11:15-11:45 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Preschool Storytime
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center presents stories, songs and activities with Ms. Christy for ages 3-5 and caregivers. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Book Club
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts a monthly book club to discuss “The Rachel Incident” by Caroline O’Donoghue. Copies available at the library and on Libby. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Preschool Storytime
Regency Park Library hosts stories, songs and activities for ages 3-5 and their caregiver. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
11:15 a.m.-noon; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
UF-IFAS Gardening
New River Library presents “Harmful, Helpful or Harmless” with Kate Kaste, explaining common insects in Florida landscapes. Registration required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Chess Club
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites ages 9-18 to learn and play chess with coach Rick McKnight. All skill levels are welcome. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
3-5 p.m.; 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
STEAM September
Regency Park Library invites grades K-5 to learn about astronomy and moon phases. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
5-6 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Yarn for a Cause
New River Library hosts a weekly gathering for yarn enthusiasts to share projects and tips. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Artisan Vibes
South Holiday Library hosts a monthly adult craft turning recycled books into pumpkins. Teens may attend with a registered adult. Registration required. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Sept. 26
Thrifty Crafters
Make a creative and thrifty craft project at Zephyrhills Public Library. Registration required. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
9:30-10:30 a.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Toddler Storytime
Land O’ Lakes Library presents stories and songs for toddlers ages 1-2 and caregivers. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
9:45-10:05 a.m., 10:15-10:35 a.m. and 11:15-11:35 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Expressive Arts
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center offers a monthly art activity to help you explore, express and learn about yourself. Registration required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Tech Help
New River Library provides one-on-one tech help with volunteers. Each appointment is 30 minutes. Registration required. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
1-2:30 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Conversation Corner
Hugh Embry Library invites adults learning English, or English speakers seeking to improve, for practice with trained tutors. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
10-11:30 a.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Ukulele Jam
The Tampa Bay Ukulele Society holds a jam session intended for intermediate to advanced players at Hugh Embry Library. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
1-3 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Creative Coloring
South Holiday Library hosts a weekly program where adults can relax and color. Materials provided. Presented by the Friends of the South Holiday Library. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Spill the Tea Book Club
Zephyrhills Public Library hosts a discussion of “The Hobbit” by J.R.R. Tolkien. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Sept. 27
Open Studio
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center invites children to explore creativity at Open Studio Painting. Registration required. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Kid Corner Craft
South Holiday Library provides weekly craft activities for children. Materials available throughout the day while supplies last. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Supersized Storytime
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts an extended storytime with stories, songs and dance. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:15-11:15 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Master Gardener Presents: Pruning Properly
Hugh Embry Library welcomes UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardeners for a presentation on pruning practices and aromatic native plants. Registration required. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
11 a.m.-noon; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Soft Pretzels
Learn how to make soft pretzels at Regency Park Library. Registration required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Billy Buchanan: I’m A Soul Man / Live Performance
Hudson Regional Library presents Billy Buchanan in a salute to soul music from the 1950s through the 1980s. Free concert; seating is limited. Call 727-861-3040 for details.
2-3 p.m.; 8012 Library Road, Hudson
Tai Chi
Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Tai Chi class with Dan Suede for adults of all skill levels. Sponsored by the Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
English Conversation Corner
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts casual conversation practice for adults. Supplies provided. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
3-4:30 p.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Sept. 29
Baby Bookworms
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center hosts a lap-sit program for infants up to 18 months with books, rhymes and music. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Chair Yoga
Land O’ Lakes Library offers beginner-friendly chair yoga with Dianne Orcher, using seated and standing poses with a chair. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10:30-11:30 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
National Coffee Day
Regency Park Library celebrates National Coffee Day by teaching participants to craft seasonal lattes. Registration required. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
6-7 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Book Club
South Holiday Library hosts a book discussion at BarrieHaus Beer Co. Trinity on “The Ghost Map” by Steven Johnson. Ages 21+. Registration required. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
7-8 p.m.; 9945 Trinity Blvd., Trinity
Sept. 30
Medicare/Medicaid
Zephyrhills Public Library hosts assistance for applying to programs such as QMB, Medicaid and SNAP. Contact José Rodríguez at 813-420-3013 for details.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Preschool Praise and Play
Dade City First United Methodist Church invites you to a free community preschool playtime. Enjoy a scripture story, music, craft and playtime with new friends. Activities are geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Contact with questions or text 833-374-4043 for a text reminder. 9:30-10:30 a.m.; 37628 Church Ave., Dade City
Book Sale
Land O’ Lakes Library hosts a weekly outdoor book sale presented by the Friends of the Library. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
10 a.m.-noon; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Woodworking Build
Land O’ Lakes Library provides tools for patrons to work on approved projects. Ages 18+ or 9+ with guardian. Waivers 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 hosts a ticketed program with stories and songs for ages 1-3. Tickets available at the desk, one per child. Call 727-815-7126 for details.
10:10-10:40 a.m., 10:50-11:20 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-noon; 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa
Storytime
South Holiday Library presents stories, songs, games and a craft for ages 3-5. Call 727-834-3331 for details.
10:15-11 a.m.; 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
Toddler Storytime
New River Library invites toddlers and caregivers to a storytime with songs and stories. First come, first served. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10:15-11 a.m. and 11-11:45 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Elementary Homeschool Hangout
Regency Park Library invites elementary-age homeschoolers to participate in activities and connect with peers. Call 727-861-3049 for details.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Yarn for More
Hugh Embry Library hosts a weekly gathering for yarn enthusiasts to share tips and projects. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
12:15-6 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Bingo and More!
Zephyrhills Public Library invites the community to play free bingo games and win prizes. Space is limited; reservations recommended. Call 813-780-0064 for details.
3-4 p.m.; 5347 8th St., Zephyrhills
Read to the Therapy Dogs
Regency Park Library welcomes certified therapy dogs who love to hear stories read aloud. 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 hosts an adult art class with Earthchild Sarah on the fundamentals of representing 3D form on 2D surfaces. Registration required. Call 727-834-3204 for details.
5:30-7:30 p.m.; 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Women’s Chorus
Suncoast Harmony Chorus practices every Tuesday at Salishan Gracious Living. Singing in a group is a powerful way to uplift your spirit, connect with friends and express yourself creatively. Call Cindy 352-597-4376 for details. suncoast-harmony.com
6:30 p.m.; 191 Astaire Lane, Spring Hill
Oct. 1
Preschool Storytime
New River Library invites preschoolers and caregivers for stories, songs and dancing. First come, first served. Call 813-788-6375 for details.
10:15-11 a.m. and 11-11:45 a.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel
Oct. 2
Ingenuity Lab
Hugh Embry Library continues its makerspace origami activity for children, with tours and safety instruction for new participants. Waivers required. Call 352-567-3576 for details.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.; 14215 Fourth St., Dade City
Woodworking Build
Land O’ Lakes Library offers another open build session with tools for approved projects. Ages 18+ or 9+ with a guardian. Waivers required. Registration required. Call 813-929-1214 for details.
9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
Oct. 3
Belfry Tween Night
Belfry is a fun night just for students in grades 4-8 filled with music, pizza, games, dancing and making friends, supervised by background checked adults in a cellphone free zone. Hosted by Dade City First United Methodist Church. Entry costs $10. Registration required. Contact to register.
6-8 p.m.; 37628 Church Ave, Dade City
Oct. 4
Gardening 365 Festival
The Gardening 365 Festival & Plant Sale returns to Wesley Chapel District Park with more than 100 vendors, sponsors and partners. Visitors can explore plant and garden booths, food vendors, live entertainment, an indoor kids zone, Touch-a-Truck, rescue animals and gardening seminars.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 7727 Boyette Road, Wesley Chapel
Oct. 7
Women’s Chorus
Suncoast Harmony Chorus practices every Tuesday at Salishan Gracious Living. Singing in a group is a powerful way to uplift your spirit, connect with friends and express yourself creatively. Call Cindy 352-597-4376 for details. suncoast-harmony.com
6:30 p.m.; 191 Astaire Lane, Spring Hill
Oct. 9
Old Timers Picnic
The Pasco County Old Timers Picnic, a covered dish/fish fry, takes place at Clayton Auditorium at the Pasco County Fairgrounds. Participants should bring a covered dish to share. Good-will offerings will be accepted to help defray the costs for fish and supplies. Arrive a little earlier to visit and reminisce. Call Sam Sessa 352-588-3553 for details.
Noon; State Road 52, Dade City.
Oct. 14
Women’s Chorus
Suncoast Harmony Chorus practices every Tuesday at Salishan Gracious Living. Singing in a group is a powerful way to uplift your spirit, connect with friends and express yourself creatively. Call Cindy 352-597-4376 for details. suncoast-harmony.com
6:30 p.m.; 191 Astaire Lane, Spring Hill
Oct. 18
Craft Fair
Harvester Community Church Annual Craft Fair features a pumpkin patch, indoor and out vendors, Spirit FM DJ, live music, food vendors, bake sale and basket raffle. Outdoor vendor spots are still available. harvestercommunity.com/craft fair
9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 2432 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes
