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Summer Concert Series: Innovation
6-7 p.m. June 21. New Port Richey Public Library, 5939 Main St., New Port Richey. Innovation is a five-person Latin band based in Tampa that specializes in salsa, sensual and traditional bachata, and timba. They are known for their positive energy and ability to engage crowds in any kind of environment. This won't be a typical sit-down affair — come ready to salsa your way around the library. Mocktails will be served.
Almost ABBA Summer Celebration
4-5:30 p.m. June 22. Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa. Become dancing queens and kings as you jive to the Swedish super group’s greatest hits with Almost ABBA. Wear your best ’70s outfit to receive a free Bluetooth speaker, while supplies last. Tickets are $13 plus taxes and fees. Seating is first-come, first-seated.
Sundae Family Fun Day
2-5 p.m. June 23. KRATE at the Grove, 5817 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Don't miss out on our Mr. & Miss Sprinkles contest, support local small businesses, have fun on the exciting inflatables, and embrace the spirit of the event by wearing your favorite ice cream-themed attire.
FRIDAY
Pop Music Dinner/Dance
6 p.m. June 21. King of Kings Lutheran Church, 10337 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. Held the first and third Friday of each month. Enjoy pop, country, ’50s and ’60s music. Donation is $4. Food available for purchase at 5 p.m. 727-868-5744.
Pickleball Mixer Networking Event
6-7:30 p.m. June 21. 8836 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. ULM Events Management invites pickleball enthusiasts out for a fun-filled evening of networking and pickleball. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the game, this is the perfect opportunity to meet new people, make connections, and have a great time. $10. https://tinyurl.com/3awc8866
Side Splitters Comedy Club presents Joe Vega
7:30 p.m. June 21-22. Side Splitters Comedy Club at the Grove, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Joe Vegas has a few acting credits to his name, including working with Tom Hanks, but comedy is his first love. Joe takes a lot of pride in knowing that he can make a difference in the future of many people. People and students leave his shows not only laughing, but also feeling good about themselves and their future. $21.50.
"Kung Fu Panda 4"
8:30 p.m. June 21. Sims Park, Grand Boulevard & Bank Street, New Port Richey. New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center presents a free family movie night in the park.
SATURDAY
Amateur Radio Field Day
June 22-23. Millennium Academy, 10005 Ridge Road, New Port Richey. The Gulf Coast Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national Amateur Radio Field Day exercise. Ham operators provide a free public service to their communities during a disaster or emergency, all without needing a cell phone or the internet. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. https://gulfcoastarc.com
Save the Bees Kids Event
9 a.m.-12 p.m. June 22. Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park Shelter #3, 10500 Wilderness Park Blvd., New Port Richey. Rescheduled from an earlier date, a fun event for children of all ages. Take home a pot-decorating and pollinator kit. $15 per child or siblings can work on the same kit. Registration required by June 20. https://square.link/u/dVkyOcQ4
Family Fun Day Carnival
10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 22. TAT Civic Association, 3210 Darlington Road, Holiday. Families can come out and enjoy a day playing games, taking home prizes, and face-painting. Free.
4th Annual East Pasco Juneteenth Community Celebration
11 a.m.-1 p.m. June 22. Lewis Abraham Boys & Girls Club of Lacoochee, 38724 Mudcat Grant Blvd., Dade City. Get ready for an unforgettable day packed with health screenings, music, family fun zone, food, and a Juneteenth pageant.
Margaree’s and Sonny Oden’s Combined Jam
1 p.m. June 22. King of Kings Lutheran Church, 10337 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. The Jam, which is held each Saturday, includes country, bluegrass and gospel music. Everyone is welcome. Donation of $4 at the door; musicians are free. All proceeds go to the church. 727-236-7836.
Fairy Festival
2-4 p.m. June 22. Regency Park Branch Library, 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey. Calling all fairy friends for a special all-ages story time to celebrate International Fairy Day. Stay for fun crafts and activities sure to inspire enchantment. Don't forget to wear your most magical outfits.
FHS Class of 2014 — 10-Year Reunion
6-10 p.m. June 22. Craft Life Brewing Company, 6810 Tower Drive, Hudson. Welcome back Fivay High Class of 2014, it's time to catch up, reminisce, and make new memories. Your ticket includes 2 drink tickets and karaoke. Additional drinks will be available for purchase, and a food truck will be outside. https://tinyurl.com/38cwsn64
SUNDAY
Community Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 23. Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park, 10500 Wilderness Park Blvd., New Port Richey. From the skillful hands of local artisans and bakers to the visionary strokes of talented artists, there's something here to intrigue and inspire everyone.
Harvest Market
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 23. The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Second and fourth Sunday Harvest Market hosts 60-plus vendors, artists, artisans, makers, crafters, and more. Free. www.facebook.com/flpenguinmarkets
Barbie Disco Dance Party
12:30-2 p.m. June 23. LaDee-Da Kids Spa, 7127 State Road 54, New Port Richey. Are you ready to party like Barbie? Choice of costume and accessories to wear during the party available, choice of hairstyle, sparkly make-up, light refreshments, and plenty of photo-ops with Barbie. Space is limited, and tickets are required. $40. https://tinyurl.com/47f9cb9v
Quarter Auction for Joshua House
1 p.m. June 23. Beacon Square Civic Association, 3741 Bradford Drive, Holiday. Come have fun and help a great cause. Joshua House is all about helping kids. Bring your quarters, friends and appetite. Paddles are $4 each and no admission fee. Cotee River Creamery will be selling food, drinks and ice cream.
Country Music Jam
2-4 p.m. June 23. North Buena Vista Civic Association, 2039 Orange Drive, Holiday. Held each Sunday. Donation of $3 at the door; musicians are free. Kitchen on site, donations for food and drink. All donations given to the community center. Music selection is country to light rock. New musicians encouraged to join. 727-534-8649 and ask for Don.
MONDAY
Parkinsons and Other Neurological Disorders
2 p.m. June 24. Galen Wilson Senior Center, 8600 Galen Wilson Blvd., Port Richey. Every Monday and Wednesday, certified trainer Joe Fabrizzo provides a structured exercise program to work on the physical effects of Parkinsons. During the same time, caregivers can meet and discuss the questions that come up with others who are experiencing similar situations. For information, call 727-642-9001.
Summer Speaker Series: The Musical Life of Henry Fletcher
6-7 p.m. June 24. New Port Richey Public Library, 5939 Main St., New Port Richey. George Henry Fletcher Jr. moved to the area in 1972 and taught music until 1999. Now he serves as the conductor of the Richey Concert Band. This interview will be recorded for historical preservation purposes. Spectators are encouraged to attend and will be permitted to ask questions towards the end of the session.
Monday Music Jam
6-8 p.m. June 24. Beacon Square Civic Association, 3741 Bradford Drive, Holiday. Held each Monday. Music is country and light rock. Meals are available from 5-6 p.m., as supplies last. Everyone is welcome. Donation of $3 at the door; musicians are free. Plenty of seats and a big dance floor. Proceeds go to the association. 727-807-7007.
Resilient Pasco Workshops
6-8 p.m. June 24. PHSC East Campus, Building A, Room 240, 36727 Blanton Road, Dade City. Speak your mind about extreme weather. Pasco County will hold a public workshop to discuss the results of its countywide vulnerability assessment. Flooding, extreme weather, storm surge, sea level rise, heat issues and other natural hazards are affecting all of us now – and well into the future.
TUESDAY
Tasty Tuesdays Local Organic Market
9 a.m.-12 noon June 25. Outside the New Port Richey Public Library, 5939 Main St., New Port Richey. Each Tuesday, enjoy products from local organic growers in an open-air courtyard, and learn about growing and preparing your own. The day includes lectures and demonstrations; check out non-GMO, heirloom seeds at the Library Seed Bank. Accepts EBT/SNAP benefits. Visit the Facebook page for more information.
Bingo
5 p.m. June 25. Beef ’O’ Brady's, 18421 U.S. Highway 41, Lutz. A portion of all food and beverage sales will be donated to Linda Mitchell, a member of GFWC Lutz-Land O' Lakes Woman's Club who is a candidate for Lutz Guv'na. There will be door prizes, opportunity baskets and drawings along with Bingo. Funds raised by Guv'na candidates benefit the Lutz community. $10.
Revolution Roller Derby
7:30-9:30 p.m. June 25. SpinNations Skating Center, 8345 Congress St., Port Richey. Every Tuesday, Roller Derby will be hosting an open recruitment/practice. First time? There is loaner gear for you, but it's first-come, first-served. A mouth guard, insurance and a signed waiver are required to skate. revolutionrollerderby.com/join
WEDNESDAY
Junior Master Gardener Youth Education Summer Series
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 26-July 31. Hudson Library, 8012 Library Road. Every Wednesday, children can grow their gardening skills with this special class. $65.
Summer Kids Movies
11 a.m. June 25-26. Regal Cinemas, Hollywood 18 #418, 6701 Cinema Drive, Port Richey. This week's Summer Kids Movie showings are "Despicable Me 3" and "Migration." Families can take advantage of summer specials, such as $5 kid popcorn & drink combos with the option to add Dippin' Dots for only $3. Any additional information can be found at www.regmovies.com or on the Regal app.
Elfers Music Jam
1-3:30 p.m. June 26. Elfers CARES, 4136 Barker Drive, New Port Richey. Held each Wednesday. There will be country, bluegrass, gospel and sing-along. Cost is $3 at the door. All proceeds benefit Community Aging and Retirement Services. Refreshments are available at CARES Café. 727-389-6000.
Digeridoo Down Under Presents: Adventures Down Under
2-4 p.m. June 26. Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa. The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, art, and comedy. Hear the didgeridoo, dance and play instruments while you learn about the Australian Outback and Aussie creatures. This program has a 200-person capacity. Tickets will be given out at the door for those present, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Resilient Pasco Workshops
6-8 p.m. June 26. Land O' Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O' Lakes. Speak your mind about extreme weather. Pasco County will hold a public workshop to discuss the results of its countywide vulnerability assessment. Flooding, extreme weather, storm surge, sea level rise, heat issues and other natural hazards are affecting all of us now – and well into the future.
Sip and Spell: Adult Spelling Bee
6:30-8:30 p.m. June 25. The Hacienda Hotel, 5621 Main St., New Port Richey. Think you've got what it takes to become a spelling bee champion? Registration is free; food and drinks will be available for purchase at the Hacienda. Spectators are encouraged. https://newportrichey.librarycalendar.com/event/sip-and-spell-adult-spelling-bee-12542
Game Night at the Grove
7:30 p.m. June 26. 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Game nights alternate between trivia and bingo each week. This week's theme is Country Music Bingo. Free to play, no reservations required.
LOOKING AHEAD
Medicare Basics
12 p.m. June 27. Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City. Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders, or SHINE, is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas. A volunteer will be available to answer Medicare questions. For information call 352-567-3576.
Fourth Friday Jam at Hugh Embry Library
1 p.m. June 28. Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City. Bring your ukes, singing voices and join the fun at the newly renovated Hugh Embry Library. All level players welcomed. Music will be projected on a big screen. If you have a song to share, we’re always happy to try a new song.
Quests and Quirks: ’80s Adventure Movies for Families — "Labyrinth"
2-4 p.m. June 28. Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa. Concessions will be available by cash only. While this movie is rated PG, there is mild language and scenes that younger audiences might find scary. The library encourages patrons ages 10 and under be supervised by a parent or guardian. Free.
Karaoke Night
6 p.m. June 28. King of Kings Lutheran Church, 10337 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. Held the fourth Friday of each month. No entrance donation is needed. Soft drinks and snacks available. 727-868-5744.
4th of July Hometown Extravaganza
4-9:30 p.m. June 29. Sims Park. Free entry, this event includes food, bounce houses, a fireworks show and more. Help kick off the city of New Port Richey's centennial celebration.
Unity of Port Richey
10:30 a.m. June 30. Unity of Port Richey, 11122 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. Christine Mariani Music will be offering the message and music at this special Sunday Celebration Service.
Summer Kids Movies
11 a.m. July 2-3. Regal Cinemas, Hollywood 18 #418, 6701 Cinema Drive, Port Richey. This week's Summer Kids Movie showings are "Paw Patrol: The Movie" and "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.” Families can take advantage of summer specials, such as $5 kid popcorn & drink combos with the option to add Dippin' Dots for only $3. Any additional information can be found at www.regmovies.com or on the Regal app.
East Pasco Republican Club
6:30-8 p.m. July 2. The Academy of Spectrum Diversity, 5320 First St., Zephyrhills. Every first Tuesday of the month. Details visit Facebook or denisraymurray@gmail.com or 813-395-6424.
Hudson Beach Yacht Club
7 p.m. July 2. Sea Ranch Civic Center, 13711 Veronica Drive, Hudson. The Hudson Beach Yacht Club meets the first Tuesday of every month. The general meeting is at 7:30 p.m. Call 727-808-0909 and leave your name & phone number for information. www.myhbyc.com
Game Night at the Grove
7:30 p.m. July 3. 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Game nights alternate between trivia and bingo each week. This week's theme is Top Gun Movie Trivia. Free to play, no reservations required.
Pop Music Dinner/Dance
6 p.m. July 5. King of Kings Lutheran Church, 10337 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. Held the first and third Friday of each month. Enjoy pop, country, ’50s and ’60s music. Donation is $4. Food available for purchase at 5 p.m. 727-868-5744.
Fresh Market at Wiregrass
10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 6. The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel. Held the first and third Saturday of the month. Featuring over 50 vendors located on Paseo Drive in the heart of the shopping center. Guests can expect to find a variety of locally grown produce, plants, herbs, and flowers, and locally made take-home foods such as jams, jellies, salsa, dips, seasonings, sauces and oils. The market also features local artists showcasing their creative efforts and eco-friendly products.
Free Train Rides
10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 6. Grand Concourse Railroad, 11919 Alric Pottberg Road, Shady Hills. Free public train rides and food vendors on site every month. The Concourse property was donated by land baron and philanthropist Alric Pottberg and features over 180 acres of wetlands, uplands, and wooded areas. Visit Facebook for updates.
First Saturday Jam
12-2 p.m. July 6. New River Library, 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel. Join in a fun ukulele jam at the newly renovated New River Library. Songs will be shared on a large screen but if you have a song to share, we’re always happy to try a new song. All level ukulele players are welcome.
Summer Kids Movies
11 a.m. July 9-10. Regal Cinemas, Hollywood 18 #418, 6701 Cinema Drive, Port Richey. This week's Summer Kids Movie showings are "Paw Patrol: Mighty Movie" and "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." Families can take advantage of summer specials, such as $5 kid popcorn & drink combos with the option to add Dippin' Dots for only $3. Any additional information can be found at www.regmovies.com or on the Regal app.
Classics at the Krates
6-9 p.m. July 9. Krate at the Grove, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Inviting classics, antiques, rods and customs, but open to ALL cars and trucks. It will be in the Krate Shops parking lot at the north end, where the stage and pavilion are. The cruise-in will be every second Tuesday monthly.
Game Night at the Grove
7:30 p.m. July 10. 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Game nights alternate between trivia and bingo each week. This week's theme is Elvis Music Bingo. Free to play, no reservations required.
Coin Club of Pasco County
6 p.m. July 11. Elks Lodge #2520, 9135 Denton Ave., Hudson. Meets every second Thursday of the month. The club strives to educate its members with a monthly talk by a member, on different topics of coin history or recent numismatic events. Visitors are welcome. For information call Chuck at 727-534-7597. www.PascoCoinClub.com
Country Music Dinner/Dance
6 p.m. July 12. King of Kings Lutheran Church, 10337 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. Held the second Friday of each month featuring Sonny Oden and Friends’ true country music. Donation is $4. Food available for purchase at 5 p.m. 727-868-5744.
Xmas In July
11 a.m.-1 p.m. July 13. The Angelus, 12413 Hudson Ave., Hudson. Enjoy holiday music, arts and crafts, photo spots, inflatable obstacles, a visit from Santa, and other fun activities. Food for sale. Free gift bag for kids under 15 years old while supplies last. Free.
Musical Comedy Concert
4 p.m. July 13. Unity of Port Richey, 11122 U.S. Highway 19, Port Richey. Unity of Port Richey welcomes Armand and Angelina for a musical comedy concert. $20 suggested donation. Armand and Angelina will be the guest speakers and musicians for church service at 10:30 a.m. on June 14, followed by "Learn to Play the Native Flute" PlayShop at noon.
Harvest Market
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 14. The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd. Second and fourth Sunday Harvest Market hosts 60-plus vendors, artists, artisans, makers, crafters, and more. Free. www.facebook.com/flpenguinmarkets
God Bless the USA
3 p.m. July 14. CARES, 12417 Clock Tower Parkway, Hudson. Tin Pan Alley Players will perform music from "The American Songbook" and a tribute to Armed Forces. $15. For tickets, call 727-457-8822.
East Pasco Democratic Club
6:30 p.m. July 15. Genesis Center, 38112 15th Ave., Zephyrhills. Every third Monday of the month. Details visit Facebook or eastpascodems@gmail.com or 813-383-8315. Refreshments served. All friends of the Democratic Party are welcome.
Summer Kids Movies
11 a.m. July 16-17. Regal Cinemas, Hollywood 18 #418, 6701 Cinema Drive, Port Richey. This week's Summer Kids Movie showings are "Clifford: The Big Red Dog" and "Sonic the Hedgehog." Families can take advantage of summer specials, such as $5 kid popcorn & drink combos with the option to add Dippin' Dots for only $3. Any additional information can be found at www.regmovies.com or on the Regal app.
