Saturday, October 3rd from 2:00-4:00pm - Teen Tie Dye Day

Bring your shirts, socks, belts...anything white or light-colored to the back of the library for our Tie Dye Extravaganza! We'll have multiple colors to choose from, drying lines, rubber bands, and basically anything else you need.  Just bring yourself and something to color.  You can dye as many items as you have time for until 4:00pm.  We'll have a limited number of white t-shirts for those who can't bring a piece of clothing.

So come on by and create your work of art.  Saturday, October 3rd from 2:00-4:00pm.

Teens only.  Refreshments provided.

Thursday, October 8th at 4:00pm - E-Government Workshop: Making Home Ownership a Reality

Do you want to own a home in Pasco County?

Come to the Pasco County Library System’s Making Home Ownership a Reality program featuring Peggy Schott from Pasco County Community Development. She will provide information on how you can benefit from a $19.5 million housing grant Pasco County received from the Federal government.

The programs are being offered on the following dates:

Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth Street, Wednesday, September 16 - 6:00 p.m.
South Holiday Library, 4649 Mile Stretch Road, Wednesday, September 30 - 6:00 p.m.
Land O’Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Thursday, October 8 - 4:00 p.m.
New River Library, 34043 S. R. 54, Tuesday, October 13 - 2:00 p.m.
Regency Park Library, 9701 Little Road, Thursday, October 29 - 6:00 p.m.
Centennial Park Library, 5740 Moog Road, Tuesday, November 17 - 6:00 p.m.
Hudson Library, 8012 Library Road, Thursday, November 19 - 4:00 p.m.

For more information- Call your local branch library or Nancy Fredericks at 727-861-3040.

Make Home Ownership a Reality for You!

Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30pm - Family Night Out

Want to spend more time with the kids, but don’t know what to do for fun? Join us on the first Tuesday evening of the month for an all ages program including a story, crafts and games for the whole family. This month’s theme is Space Invaders.

Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30pm.

Elementary ages recommended.
Registration requested.

Tuesday, September 29th, 6:00pm - Tween Movie (Ages 9-12): Race to Witch Mountain

Tweens!  We want you!  We're showing a free movie just for our Tweens ages 9-12.  We'll be watching Race To Witch Mountain (rated PG) while enjoying free popcorn and drinks.  Now that's the way to spend a Tuesday evening!



Tuesday, September 29th at 6:00pm.
Questions?  Call Youth Services at (813) 929-1214.

Saturday, October 10th at 2:00PM - Popcorn & a Movie - Monsters vs. Aliens

Come watch a free movie with all your friends!  We'll be watching Monsters vs. Aliens (rated PG) in air-conditioned comfort.  And don't forget the free popcorn and drinks, too!



For elementary ages.

Saturday, September 19th at 2:00pm - Fall Kid's Crafts

The leaves are falling down, red, yellow, green and brown, the leaves are falling down!

Join us for Fall Kid's Crafts to celebrate the first day of Autumn (September 22nd.)

Saturday, September 19th at 2:00pm.

Elementary ages.  All materials provided.

Questions?  Call Youth Services (813)929-1214.

Need homework or research help at night? Try Ask a Librarian!

Ask a Librarian (AaL), Florida's free online reference service, can help you get answers and research for school assignments or other projects from the comfort of your own home or a library computer. You can even use the service after most libraries are closed, as they have night hours. Live librarians are available any time AaL is operating and the service is open for use by people of all ages. Check out their new PSA commercial below:

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Tuesday, September 15th, 6:00pm - Teens World of Chocolate

Who doesn't love CHOCOLATE? That's right - the Land O' Lakes Library is having a World of Chocolate event featuring all things chocolate.

Come on by Tuesday, September 15th from 6:00-8:00pm where you can taste all kinds of chocolates from around the world, share your thoughts, and indulge your sweet tooth. We'll also have a chocolate fountain with items to dip to test your culinary creativity. Video gaming will be set up following the event so you can use up the sugar rush on Rock Band 2, Guitar Hero, and Wii Sports Resort.

Did we mention we'll have chocolate?!

Teens only.

Saturday, September 12th, 2:00pm - Teens Draw Like Dali Art Class

Join us on Saturday, September 12th from 2:00-4:00pm when we'll discuss famous artist Salvador Dali and teach you how to "Draw Like Dali."

Ever seen the world of Salvador Dali? He was famous for his bizarre (insane?) paintings of surrealist landscapes covered in melting clocks and strange animals. Some say he was a genius…some say he was mad. Decide for yourself while you create art based on his unique style. Your work will be displayed in the library following the event for all to admire (if you want, anyway.) Check out some of his works on Google Images. Supplies and lessons will be provided free of charge, along with snacks and drinks

Teens only.

Saturday, September 5th, 2:00pm - Popcorn & a Movie: "Earth"

Bring your friends! Join us on Saturday, September 5th at 2 p.m. for a free movie, Earth (rated G), a documentary following the migration paths of four animal families. All ages are welcome and don't forget, there's free popcorn, too!

Tuesday, September 8th, 6:00pm - TAB Meeting

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) helps the library determine all the great programs it should put on for the 11-18 crowd. TAB members earn community service hours just by attending meetings and offering their thoughts and opinions. Plus, members get to be the first to know about all the other volunteer opportunities available in the library. Free snacks and drinks are always served at meetings, so come hungry and be ready to have your voice heard! TAB meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month and we always have a full house.


This coming Tuesday is our first meeting with our new officers in place. We will be going over the Winter programs that you voted on and talking about fundraising and other volunteer projects for the Fall. Don't miss this if you want to lay claim to some service hours over the next couple of months.

Homework Help is Now Available!

Homework Help is now available at Land O' Lakes Library after school!

Do you find that you are having trouble or need a little more help understanding Math, Reading, Science or Social Studies? No need to worry. Just visit the Library. We have trained teen volunteers to assist you with your homework needs.

Assistance is for Elementary School ages.

Call Youth Services for more information at (813) 929-1214.

Let US help YOU!

Tuesday, September 1st, 6:00pm - Anime Club

We LOVE our Anime Club here at Land O' Lakes! If you're as crazy about anime as we are, join us on Tuesday, September 1st at 6:00pm to discuss manga, learn about Japanese culture, try foods from Japan and watch the latest in anime technology. Cosplay welcome!

For ages 11-18, Anime Club meets the first Tuesday each month. Snacks and beverages are provided. Club membership is limited so prior registration is required.

Wednesday, September 16th, 3:30-5:30pm - S.C.O.R.E. Business Workshop - How to Start Your Own Business

Thinking about starting your own business, but not sure how to get it going? Have you always wanted to be your own boss? Do you possess that entrepreneurial spirit? Than join us for an evening of discussion, learn valuable tips, and gain resources to get your own business off the ground.

Co-sponsored by the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce and the Land O' Lakes Friends of the Library on Wednesday, September 16th from 3:30-5:30pm.

Pre-registration recommended. All ages welcome.