4:23 PM

Friends of the Land O' Lakes Library Book Sale - Saturday, October 25th & Monday, October 27th

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

Popcorn and a Movie - Saturday, November 8th, 2:00pm

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

International Food Tasting - Saturday, November 22nd, 2:00pm

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

Halloween Spooktacular - Friday, October 31st, 6:00-8:00pm

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

Historical Happenings - Saturday, October 25th, 2:00pm

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

Tween Book Blasters - Wednesday, November 12th, 6:00-8:00pm

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

Teen Talent Show - Friday, November 14th, 6:00-9:00pm

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

Teen Anime Movie Marathon - Saturday, November 1st, 12:00-5:00pm

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

Mad Science - Saturday, September 27th, 2:00pm

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

Tween Movie Night - Tuesday, September 30th, 6:00-8:00pm

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

Dance in the Dark - Masquerade Ball/Costume Contest - Friday, October 24th, 7:00-10:00pm

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

Games Galore - Saturday, November 1st, 2:00-5:00pm

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

Baby Storytime - Thursdays, 11:30am

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

Read to a Therapy Dog - Saturday, September 27th, 1:00pm

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

Teen Movie Tuesday - February 17th, 6:00-8:00pm

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

Teen Advisory Board - Tuesday, January 13th, 6:00-7:00pm

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

Kids Crafts - January 17th, 2:00pm

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

An Evening at the Spa - October 10th, 6:00-9:00pm

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

Adult (16+) Video Gaming - November 21st, 6:00-9:00pm

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

Globetrotting Travel Series - January 26th, 6:30-8:00pm

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

Homework Help Center & Reading Buddies - Wednesdays, 3:00-6:00pm

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

Anime Club Meeting - January 6th, 6:00-8:00pm

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

Teen Karaoke & Improv - September 26th 6:00-9:00pm

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

Preschool Storytime - Fridays @ 11:30am

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

Toddler Storytime - Friday's at 10:00 & 10:45am

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!

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