Upcoming Library Programs for Older Adults

Would you like to learn how to use Facebook, learn how to borrow library books on an e-book reader, learn needlepoint, or create a living will? These are just a few of the upcoming Pasco library programs. The Friends of the Library sponsors our programs.  Here is a list of the upcoming library programs for Older Adults in Pasco County:

                  Wed, Jan 4th at 2:00pm 
         Senior Social at New River Library 
Wii bowling, card games, and refreshments.
New River Library
34043 State Road 54, Zephyrhills, Fl 33543
(813) 788-6375


      Thursday, Jan 5th, 12th, and 19th at 2:30pm 
Memoir Writing at Centennial Park Library
 Put your memories to paper! Whether you are interested in writing  a formal memoir, or an informal family history to share with your children and grandchildren, this workshop can help you get started.
Centennial Park Library
5740 Moog Road, Holiday, FL 34690 
(727) 834-3204


Friday, Jan 6th at 11:00am
E-Reader Basics at Hugh Embry Library
Please call to register
Hugh Embry Library
14215 Fourth Street, Dade City, FL 33523 
(352) 567-3576

Friday, Jan 6th at 2:00pm
E-book Basics at Regency Park Library
Please call to register. Regency Park Library
9701 Little Road New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 861-3049

 Friday, Jan 6th at 2:00pm
Introduction to Facebook at South Holiday Library
South Holiday Library
4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday, FL 34690 
(727) 834-3331


 Friday Jan 6th at 2:00pm
Five Wishes: Living Will Program at New River Library 
Five wishes is a program that helps you create a 12 page Living Will. This program is free and you can bring this legal document home. This program is provided by the Gulfside Regional Hospice.
New River Library
34043 State Road 54, Zephyrhills, Fl 33543
(813) 788-6375


 Wednesday, Jan 11th at 2:00pm
Introduction to Facebook at New River Library
New River Library
34043 State Road 54, Zephyrhills, Fl 33543
(813) 788-6375

Thursday, Jan 12th at 6:00
Stitching Series at Regency Park Library
A special course taught by members of the Gulfview Chapter of the Embroiderers' Guild of America, Inc. Please call 727-861-3049 to preregister.
Regency Park Library
9701 Little Road New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 861-3049


Friday, Jan 20th at 2:00pm
Senior Movie Social and Cards at Hugh Embry Library
Seniors, enjoy recent-release hit movies, then play your favorite card games. January's film based on the best-seller by Kathryn Stockett. Bring your friends!
Hugh Embry Library
14215 Fourth Street, Dade City, FL 33523 
(352) 567-3576

Also, many branches offer book clubs, language classes, and gardening programs. You can contact your local branch to find out about these programs.

Social Security Quick Facts

The AARP has published a one page overview of Social Security Facts for each of the 50 states. Here are some highlights from the "Social Security: 2011 Florida Quick Facts":

• Florida ranks 24th in income level among the states.
• One in five Florida residents receive Social Security.
• Florida's 65+ population will reach 19% of the state population in 2015.
• Social Security is responsible for lifting over 35% of retirees from poverty in Florida.

You can access the full report here.  If you are interested in the facts about other states, you can find a list of the fact sheets here.

Upcoming Library Programs for Older Adults

Would you like to try a new craft, meet new people, join a sing-a-long, or learn how to write your memoirs? These are just a few of the upcoming Pasco library programs. The Friends of the Library sponsors our programs.  Here is a list of the upcoming library programs for Older Adults in Pasco County:

                  Wed, Dec 14th at 2:00pm 
         Senior Social at New River Library 
Wii bowling, card games, and refreshments.
New River Library
34043 State Road 54, Zephyrhills, Fl 33543
(813) 788-6375


      Thursday, Dec 15th at 2:30pm 
Memoir Writing at Centennial Park Library
 Put your memories to paper! Whether you are interested in writing  a formal memoir, or an informal family history to share with your children and grandchildren, this workshop can help you get started.
Centennial Park Library
5740 Moog Road, Holiday, FL 34690 
(727) 834-3204


Friday, Dec 16th at 2:00pm
Senior Holiday Carols and Cards 
             at Hugh Embry Library
Hugh Embry Library
14215 Fourth Street, Dade City, FL 33523 
(352) 567-3576


Saturday, Dec 17th at 11:00am
Sit-n-Knit at South Holiday Library
 South Holiday Library
4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday, FL 34690 
(727) 834-3331


Tuesday, Dec 20th at 5:45pm
Ruby's Tuesdays (knitting club) at Hudson Regional Library
Hudson Regional Library
8012 Library Road, Hudson, FL 34667
(727) 861-3040


Also, many branches offer computer classes and classes that teach you how to use e-book readers. You can contact your local branch to register for these classes.

Be a Santa to a Senior

There are many programs to brighten the holiday season for needy children and families. However, did you know that there is a program to help isolated and needy Seniors? Home Instead Senior Care started the "Be a Santa to a Senior" program in 2006 and it is now nationwide. Home Instead Senior Care partners with local non-profit and community organizations to identify seniors who might not otherwise receive gifts this holiday season. The company then works with local businesses and retail stores to help facilitate the purchase and distribution of gifts by placing trees and ornaments with the Seniors' requests. Since the program started, they have provided 1.2 million gifts to 700,000 Seniors. You can do a zip code search to find organizations in your community that participate in this program. Here is a video describing this program:

The Nov/Dec Elder Update is available

The Florida Department of Elder Affairs publishes a bimonthly newsletter, the "Elder Update", for Florida Seniors. The current issue includes articles about Senior Driving, fraud prevention, and the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). You can download the current issue here. Alternatively, you can sign up for a print subscription here.