Upcoming Pasco County Library Programs

Would you like to try a new craft, meet new people, learn to Skype, or learn more about Medicare? These are just a few of the upcoming Pasco library programs. The Friends of the Library sponsors our programs.  Here are some of the upcoming library programs for Older Adults in Pasco County:

                  Thurs, Nov 8th at 2:00pm 
              Medicare 101 at Regency Park
Mike Lewis from the Area Agency for Aging and SHINE will be presenting an informative program on Medicare, Medicaid and issues surrounding the open enrollment and supplemental insurance. Registration required, 727-861-3049.
Regency Park Library
9701 Little Road 
New Port Richey, FL 34654 
(727) 861-3049

            Friday, Nov 9th at 12:00pm
     AARP Driver Safety Course at 
     Hudson Regional Library
Hudson Regional Library
8012 Library Road, Hudson, FL 34667
(727) 861-3040
       
           Friday, Nov 9th  at 2:00pm
     Online Shopping Class at 
     South Holiday Library
Just in time for the holidays, learn how to maximize your savings and have your purchases delivered right to your door!
South Holiday Library
4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday, FL 34690 
(727) 834-3331

           Wed, Nov 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
           
            Thurs, Nov 15th at 11:00am
    Learn to Skype at Hugh Embry Library
Call 352-567-3576 to register to learn Skype. Talk to your relatives and friends free (they can get free Skype accounts, too)! We'll show you how. Bring your laptop!
 Hugh Embry Library
14215 Fourth Street, Dade City, FL 33523 
(352) 567-3576


          Thurs, Nov 15th at 5:00pm     
    Make a Wreath at Regency Park Library
Learn to make a wreath.
Regency Park Library
9701 Little Road 
New Port Richey, FL 34654 
(727) 861-3049

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

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.

Upcoming Library Programs for Adults

Here are some highlights of upcoming Pasco County Library Adult Programs:

• September 1st at 2:00pm - Explore the Amazon - a travelogue by Janice Onuska - at Centennial Park Library
• September 2nd at 2:00pm - An Introduction to Library E-books - at  South Holiday Library
• September 3rd at 12:00pm - Beginning Spanish - at New River Library
• September 6th at 6:30pm - Growing Bamboo - at Hudson Library
• September 16th at 2:00pm - Facebook Basics at Regency Park Library
• September 23rd at 2:00pm - Seniors Wii Yoga and Games - at Hugh Embry Library
• September 24th at 11:00am - Sit -N-Knit - at South Holiday Library

Do you have a friend or family member who would like to learn how to use computers? New River Library provides beginning computer classes and one-on-one tutoring for Seniors in computer basics. You can call for more information at 813-788-6375.

The full calendar of adult events in September can be accessed here.  Click here for library branch addresses and phone numbers.

Alzheimers Caregiving Talk at New River Library

Gwen O'Leary will be speaking about her experience caring for her mother with Alzheimer's. She wrote a book about her experiences and will discuss the book and have a Q & A session.

Tuesday      March 8     @      1:00pm

New River Library
34043 State Road 54
Zephyrhills, FL
813-788-6375

Senior Information Fair

Florida's Long-term Care Ombudsman Program will be sponsoring a "Senior Information Day" on Tuesday, October 27th from 2:30pm - 5:30pm at the New River Library.  
                 
                  Exhibitors include:

        *  Area Agency on Aging
        *  Bay Area Legal Services
        *  Caregiver program
        *  CARES (Community Aging 
            and Retirement Services)
        *  Department of Children & Families
        *  Department of Health
        *  Senior Helpline
        *  Senior Legal Helpline
        *  Senior Medicare Patrol Program
        *  SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance 
            Needs of Elders)
        *  Social Security Administration
        *  Veteran's Services
        *  Victims Advocate Program

         Free gift bags will be available.

New River Library
34043 State Road 54
Zephyrhills, FL 33543
Phone: (813)788-6375