Looking for affordable family activities? Join us at the library on the first Monday each month from 6:30-8:00pm for our exciting (and free) Family Night Out!
You and your whole family will enjoy games, crafts, stories, and more with a different theme each month.
At our event on Monday, March 2nd we'll be celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday! The master of rhyming stories was born on March 2, 1904. Join us to celebrate his life and art.
Mondays, March 2nd, April 6th and May 4th.
All ages are welcome to attend. No prior registration is required.
See you there!
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3:22 PM
2:34 PM
That's right, our anti-Valentine's dance is on Friday the 13th! Come celebrate all things non-Valentine's. No dates needed, no mushy cards, and you can help us smash a bunch of those nasty heart candies. We will have a live DJ spinning requests all night, so you can dance to your favorite tunes.
Friday, February 13th from 7:00-10:00pm.
Teens only. Refreshments provided.
13 CAN be a lucky number!
2:23 PM
Can't get enough Guitar Hero? Always wanted to try your skills at Wii? Great! Bring your friends and come on in for a free night of teen gaming. We've got the latest in high tech console gaming: Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, Wii Fit, Rock Band, Halo 2 & 3, Guitar Hero 3, DDR, and much more.
Teen gaming is held every month. Visit us on Friday, February 27th from 6:00-9:00pm.
Teen only. Refreshments provided.
No prior registration, however, parental permission slips are required for mature rated games.
3:08 PM
Do you love to read? Would you like something fun to do over the winter? Have you always wanted to join a reading club? Then you'll love our adult reading program, We the People...Created Equal.
How does the program work? It's really simple!
1. The club will run from December 1st, 2008 through February 28th, 2009.
2. Read any book or listen to any audio book. Read as many books as you want.
3. Sign up for the reading club. Report the books you read and record the title, author, and a short review of the book. This can be done either at the library or through the library's webpage at www.pascolibraries.org.
4. You will receive 1 point for every book you read, but, better yet, you will get 2 points for every book you read from a set list of titles and authors celebrating "We the People" of the United States. Ask the reference desk for a copy of the reading list. 5 points will get you a Pasco County Library System coffee mug!
5. There will be two random prize drawings at the end of each month for December, January and February. You must have a minimum of 5 points to qualify. At the end of the program, there will be a grand prize for the person who reads the most books. There will be two winners, one for the east side of the county and one for the west side.
So get reading and enjoy a hot beverage on a cool day in a PCLS mug!
11:14 AM
Are you looking for a special gift for the little reader in your life? Is there a book that they just have to have to read again and again? Have you been thinking, "how can I help support my wonderful library?" Well, you are in luck. Just in time for the Holidays, the Scholastic Book Fair has returned!
The Scholastic Book Fair runs from Tuesday, December 2nd through Saturday, December 13th during regular library hours. All proceeds go to Friends of the Library to help provide programming and events.
So brings the kids and come on in to browse and support your library.
Get them while they last!
5:59 PM
What a fantastic night we had on Saturday, November 22nd for our Battle of the Bands XII: Rockus Maximus Retro Kick-Off Party! We had a huge turnout of about 300 people to see John Gold and 7 other bands perform live. And, John gave away over 100 CD's!
See the blog below to view pictures from the event. To check out pictures and videos of last year's event, go to our websight at pascolibraries.org and select "teen page."
Don't miss your chance to get your band's registration form as 10 bands have already picked up their forms. Remember, only the first 8 bands with properly completed registrations can compete, so don't wait!
Stay tuned to find out which bands will be the select few to compete in this year's awesome Battle of the Bands tournament.
Rock on!
6:30 PM
Do you love to watch CSI? Are you interested in learning all about crime scene investigation techniques? Maybe thinking of a career in this fascinating and scientific field? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you won't want to miss an evening of CSI @ Your Library.
Join us on Tuesday, January 20th from 6:00-8:00pm to meet with an actual FBI Forensics Investigator.
Recommended for ages 14+.
Prior registration requested.
It's "CSI: Land O' Lakes!"
6:36 PM
Come join us for an afternoon of Winter Celebration as the Play 'N Around Traveling Children's Theater presents "The Nutcracker."
A holiday classic, the Nutcracker is full of dancing and dreams, snowflakes and sweets, enchantment and delights.
Presented Saturday, December 13th at 2:00pm.
Open to all ages. No reservations required.
So come with your imagination and leave with dreams of sugar plum fairies...
2:18 PM
We had a great time at our Teen Masquerade Ball on October 24th! We had a record 78 participants who enjoyed dancing, smashing a pinata skull filled with 13 pounds of candy, and 61 entries in our fantastic costume contest. Below are the winners and runners-up from the costume contest:
Our first place winners: Most Diabolical: Raven Twins who won a $50 Hot Topic gift card; and Most Creative: Halloween in a Blender who won a $50 Spencers gift card.
Our second place winners: Most Diabolical: Paintball Ninja; and Most Creative: The Fairie Sisters, who each won 3 pounds of candy.
And that's our resident swordfighter, Librarian Paul Stonebridge, in the pictures, too.
Here's our 13 pound pinata skull, and Librarian/Fortune Teller, Madame Alicia.
Thanks to all for your creative enthusiasm and participation. It was a great night!
-LOL Staff
5:16 PM
Ready to rock out? Let's go! It's time for the Battle of the Bands XII: Rockus Maximus Retro Kick-Off Party!
Saturday, November 22nd from 6:00-10:30pm.
Be here to see John Gold in concert and celebrate the release of his brand new CD. We'll also have "special guests" you won't want to miss!
This is your first and only chance to get your band's registration form early. Remaining registration forms will be available at a later date. You must be present to register and only the first 8 bands with properly completed registrations can compete, so don't wait!
Now get ready for this year's awesome Battle of the Bands tournament. This year promises to be bigger, better, badder than ever!
Rock on!
Update!!!
Images from the Kick-Off Party
4:08 PM
It's back! Our infamous, crazy, spectacular, all-night Teen Lock-In!
Friday, December 12th, from 8:00pm through Saturday, December 13th at 8:00am.
Registration opens Monday, November 17th, so be one of the first to turn in your completed registration with parental permission. Only the first 35 will be able to attend, so don't wait!
We'll be up all night, with lots of cool activities. We'll have gaming including Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, Wii Fit, Rock Band, Halo 2 & 3 and Guitar Hero 3. And of course we'll have food, food and more food!
So don't forget, only the first 35 completed registrations will be accepted, so get your's in fast!
See you there!
4:23 PM
It's finally here! The Friends of the Land O' Lakes Library are holding a gigantic two day book sale. Find those great reads at stellar prices: paperbacks, hard covers, magazines and more. Get something for yourself, for a friend, or a family member. The holidays are just around the corner!
All proceeds go to fund library programming for all ages.
Saturday, October 25th from 10:00am-5:00pm & Monday, October 27th from 12:00-8:00pm.
Come on out, do some shopping and support your library!
3:50 PM
With the cost of everything going up these days, why not join us for an afternoon of free fun!
Come and enjoy a movie with all your friends on Saturday, November 8th at 2:00pm.
We'll be watching Kit Kittredge: an American Girl starring Abigail Breslin (rated G).
No prior registration. All ages welcome. Free popcorn and drinks provided.
Join us for a great time!
3:19 PM
Score Business Workshop - How to Market and Survive in THIS Economy - Wednesday, October 29th, 5:30-8:00pm
Is your business feeling the effects of these difficult times? Are you wondering how to market your business when family budgets are stretched to the limit? Join us for an evening of discussion, learn valuable tips, and gain resources to help your business survive in this economy today.
Co-sponsored by the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce and the Land O' Lakes Friends of the Library. Wednesday, October 29th from 5:30-8pm.
Pre-registration recommended. Free admission.
Please dress comfortably. All ages welcome.
5:43 PM
Love to eat? And try new things? Then travel around the world with us and sample cuisine from India, Mexico, Japan and Germany, among others.
Join us for International Food Tasting on Saturday, November 22nd at 2:00pm.
No prior registration. Open to all ages.
Give it a try, you might like it!
3:30 PM
Come out, come out, where-ever you are, little ghouls and goblins from near and far!
Join us for creepy crafts, spooky snacks and ghastly games. Venture into the haunted house, if you dare!
Friday, October 31st from 6:00-8:00pm.
Wear your best costumes (no masks worn please) and enjoy safe trick-or-treating and other Halloween activities.
Fun for the whole family. Elementary ages.
See you there!
2:27 PM
Would you like to travel back in history and learn what it was like to live in another time period? Can you image being left alone to work off your family's debt at the age of thirteen? Or work in harsh conditions and never really be free?
This is what happened in the novel Lyddie by Katherine Paterson. Read the book beforehand and then join us for a discussion with related crafts and activities for that time period.
Saturday, October 25th at 2:00pm.
No prior registration. Elementary ages.
12:31 PM
Interested in getting together with your friends and talking about books? Join us each month to discuss a popular fiction novel.
This month we will be discussing Inkheart by Cornelia Funke on Wednesday, November 12th from 6:00-8:00pm.
Future books will be given out in advance and then discussed at the meetings.
For ages 9-12 years.
We'd love to see you!
5:51 PM
Can you sing? Juggle? Do stand-up comedy? Sure you can! Whatever your talent, we look forward to seeing you at our Teen Talent Show.
Friday, November 14th from 6:00-9:00pm.
Prior registration requested. Teens only.
America's got talent, what's yours?!
5:43 PM
Anime, anime and MORE anime! If this sounds good to you, come on in Saturday, November 1st at 12:00pm for our Anime Movie Marathon. It's anime, all day!
Teens only. No prior registration.
Refreshments provided.
Yokoso (Salutations!)
2:21 PM
Think science is really cool and interesting? Like "Bill Nye the Science Guy"? Come for an afternoon of inventive and fun science projects with our very own mad scientist Jessica.
Learn how to make your own ice cream (and eat it too), watch a volcano erupt, and much more!
Saturday, September 27th at 2:00pm.
Its free, fun and messy! All materials provided.
No prior registration. Elementary ages.
Check it out!
2:21 PM
With the cost of everything going up these days, why not join us for an evening of free fun!
For ages 9-12 years, come and enjoy the movie "Speed Racer" with all your friends.
Tuesday, September 30th from 6:00-8:00pm.
No prior registration. Free popcorn and drinks provided.
2:21 PM
Okay all you ghouls and goblins, we know you're dying to come out and play!
Join us for our Dance in the Dark Masquerade Ball and Costume Contest. Prizes for best, weirdest, most creative costumes.
Friday, October 24th from 7:00-10:00pm.
No prior registration. Teens only. Refreshments provided.
Come if you dare!!
2:21 PM
Love to play video games? Can't get enough? Come and play the latest in gaming technology, such as Nintendo Wii Sports, Wii Fitness, and Dance Dance Revolution, as well as some old favorites like Twister.
Saturday, November 1st from 2:00-5:00pm.
All "E" rated games.
No prior registration. Elementary ages.
2:21 PM
November 6th - February 26th. Baby storytime for ages birth-1. Presented by one of our Children's Librarians every Thursday morning at 11:30 am. No prior registration required.
Sugar and spice and everything nice. Come listen to storytime at least once or twice. A story, a song, a dance or two, we love our little ones and you'll love us, too!
2:21 PM
Would you like to read to Cooper, a certified therapy dog? He loves kids and would be so happy to have you read to him!
Having children read to trained dogs can lessen their nervousness and give them an opportunity to practice.
Why not give it a try on Saturday, September 27th at 1:30pm.
Registration requested. Elementary ages. Limit 6 kids per session.
2:21 PM
With the cost of everything going up these days, why not join us for an evening of free fun!
For ages 11-18 years, come and enjoy a movie with all your friends.
Tuesday, February 17th from 6:00-8:00pm.
Stay tuned to find out what we'll be watching next month!
No prior registration. Free popcorn and drinks provided.
Enjoy the show!
2:21 PM
Have some cool ideas for teen programs? Thought of a great library fund-raising event like our highly successful Teen Carwash? Why not earn volunteer hours while brainstorming with your friends. We'd love your input and suggestions!
At our next meeting, we will be working on planning our Spring Fundraiser, going over the Anti-Valentine's Dance, talking about the Get Loud concert, and taking early volunteers for Battle of the Bands.
Join us on Tuesdays, January 13th, January 27th, February 10th and February 24th from 6:00-7:00pm.
No prior registration. Teens only.
Come on out and vote for what you want!
12:25 PM
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of crafts on Saturdays, January 17th and February 7th, with a different craft theme each month.
Our next Saturday is January 17th at 2:00pm. The theme will be "Artic Animals." It's winter - a perfect time for penguins and polar bears! Say Brrrrrrr!!!
Free for the whole family and all materials are provided.
Elementary age recommended. No prior registration.
Let's create something great together!
2:53 PM
How about a facial? Mini massage? Coffee and delights? Come and be pampered at our Evening at the Spa. Local businesses from the Land 'O Lakes area will be displaying their products and services just for you, including Just Right Massage Therapy, J. Joseph Salon, Mary Kay, Curves and Premiere Designs Jewelry.
Friday, October 10th, from 6:00-9:00pm.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy yourself for awhile and leave feeling refreshed. Free raffle, too!
Free and open to all ages. No preregistration required.
Say ahhhhh!
2:45 PM
No longer a teen but still like playing video games? Don't be ashamed! Want to try the games your kids are crazy about before you buy them? Great! Come to our adult video gaming night and try the latest in high tech console gaming: Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, Wii Fit, Rock Band, Halo 2 & 3, Guitar Hero 3, and much more.
16+ gaming is held every month. Visit us on Friday, November 21st from 6:00-9:00pm.
Its free and fun. Ages 16+. No prior registration required.
2:37 PM
Thinking about traveling? Planning an overseas trip but not sure where you'd like to go? Come join us for an evening of discussion about traveling the globe with our experienced globetrotter Paul Stonebridge. There will be a new topic each month, from finding cheap tickets and hotels to exploring Europe by train.
Our travel series repeats every month. Join us Monday nights, January 26th and February 16th from 6:30-8:00pm.
This month on January 26th, we'll be exploring Central America. An interesting and diverse tropical paradise, areas such as Honduras and Belize have it all - from mountains and rain forests to beaches and barrier reefs.
Open to all ages. Reservations are recommended.
Come explore with us!
2:24 PM
Need some help with your homework? Or like to practice your reading skills? Let our teen volunteers help you every Wednesday afternoon, September 24th - November 19th from 3:00-6:00pm.
It's free and fun and there won't be any tests! We promise!
No prior registration required. For elementary ages.
12:50 PM
Konnichiwa (Greetings!)
Crazy about anime? Can't get enough?
Join us on Tuesdays, January 6th and February 3rd from 6:00 to 8:00pm to discuss manga, learn about Japanese culture, and watch the latest in anime technology.
For ages 11-18. Snacks and beverages provided.
Registration requested.
Yokoso (Salutations!)
12:39 PM
Come on, we know you sing in the car. And laugh out loud watching "Whose Line is it Anyway?" Why not spread the joy and join us for a night of karaoke and improvisation to showcase your talents.
Be here Friday, September 26th from 6:00-9:00pm to show us what you've got!
Open to ages 11-18. No prior registration required. Refreshments provided.
12:20 PM
November 7th - February 27th. Preschool storytime for ages 3- 5. Presented by one of our Children's Librarians every Friday morning at 11:30 am. Stay for fun crafts to follow. No prior registration required.
Sugar and spice and everything nice. Come listen to storytime at least once or twice. A story, a song, a dance or two, we love our little ones and you'll love us, too!
12:06 PM
November 7th - February 27th. Toddler storytime for ages 1-2. Presented by one of our Children's Librarians every Friday morning at both 10:00 and 10:45 am. Stay for fun crafts to follow. No prior registration required.
Sugar and spice and everything nice. Come listen to storytime at least once or twice. A story, a song, a dance or two, we love our little ones and you'll love us, too!
10:00 AM
Gas prices got you down? Looking for affordable family activities? Join us at the library on Mondays from 6:30-8:00pm beginning in September and continuing through November 24th for our exciting (and free) Family Night Out!
You and your whole family will enjoy games, crafts, stories, and more, with a different theme each week.
Our last event of the season will be Monday, November 24th, so don't miss it!
All ages are welcome to attend. No prior registration is required.
See you there!
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