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Cafe con vocablos

Café y Conversaciones

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Foreign Language

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Foreign Language
Event Details:

Connect with other Spanish speakers in the community and explore a new activity together. Meets on the last Saturday of each month.

In December, we’re bringing the community together with a potluck of international flavors.

Anime / manga collage

Animonday: Anime & Manga Club

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Film

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Film
Event Details:

Are you a fan of anime and manga? Join us for Animonday, our monthly club where fellow enthusiasts gather to dive into all things anime and manga!

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Beyond the Brush: Kids Art Class

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Age Group:

Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary
Event Details:

A monthly art series where we get creative while painting — but no paintbrushes allowed! Each month we'll use alternative tools and techniques to create our artwork. Recommended for elementary-aged students.

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Back to Basics: Bike Maintenance

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Middle School, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Learn the essentials of bike upkeep! Whether you're looking to fix a flat tire, adjust your gears, or simply keep your bike in top shape, this class covers all the basics.

HOT TONIC band photo

Riverside Concert Series: HOT TONIC

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Out & About, Performance

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Out & About, Performance
Event Details:

We're kicking of our 2026 Riverside Concert Series with HOT TONIC!

MLK Day of Service

MLK Day of Service: Volunteer Fair

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Courtyard at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Middle School, Teens, Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Library Courtyard
Age Group: Middle School, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Each January, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy with an official day of service.

recreation and aquatic center

Walk & Talk Club: Extra Mile

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Our weekly Walk & Talk Club is going the extra mile!

Join us for a special outing to New Port Richey's Recreation and Aquatic Center. Learn all about what it has to offer, including courts, pools, programs, and so much more.

mood board

Manifestation Mood Boards

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Middle School, Teens
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're manifesting good vibes in 2026! Collage aesthetic photos, stickers, memes, or text together to call your perfect year into existence. This event is for middle and high school students. 

Microphone, saxophone, and music notes

Anything Goes: America During the Jazz Age

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Step into the dazzling world of the Roaring Twenties with this lively one-hour presentation that explores the decade that helped shape the modern world.

Suburban Florida landscaping

Master Gardeners: Florida Friendly Landscaping 101

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Community-Led Group, Health & Wellness, Sustainability

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community-Led Group, Health & Wellness, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn how to create a beautiful and successful home landscape by following the nine Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles. Presented by the Master Gardeners.

Person editing film at computer

Short Film Editing 101

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Film, Workshop

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Film, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of editing your own short film! You'll get hands-on practice operating a video camera, creating various shots, and editing them together to create a masterpiece.

Social Security cards

Understanding Social Security

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Curious about how to make the most of your Social Security benefits?

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Elf Scavenger Hunt

All Day 12/1–12/31
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Find the the elves hidden around the children's library. Fill out your answer sheet and return it to the desk to receive a small prize. Happy hunting!

Christmas Eve: Early Closure

2:00pm–7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
New Port Richey Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 2pm today in observance of Christmas Eve. 

Christmas Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
New Port Richey Public Library

Mandarin Chinese

1:30pm–3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Purpose of Reservation

Practice your Mandarin Chinese language skills in an informal and friendly group setting.

Café y Conversaciones

12:30pm–1:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Foreign Language
Event Details:

Connect with other Spanish speakers in the community and explore a new activity together. Meets on the last Saturday of each month.

In December, we’re bringing the community together with a potluck of international flavors.

Walk & Talk Club

10:00am–11:00am
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly walking club! We'll pick different destinations around New Port Richey to walk to each week. Explore the city and make new friends, all while getting in some exercise!

Chess Club

4:30pm–6:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Play chess against other enthusiasts or come to learn how to play! This weekly group is open to all ages. Parents must accompany children who would like to attend. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own. 

Animonday: Anime & Manga Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Film
Event Details:

Are you a fan of anime and manga? Join us for Animonday, our monthly club where fellow enthusiasts gather to dive into all things anime and manga!

Tasty Tuesdays Community Market

9:00am–1:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Library Courtyard
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community-Led Group, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy products from local organic growers in our open-air courtyard, and learn about growing and preparing your own. Hear interesting lectures, view demos and check out non-GMO, heirloom seeds at your NPR Library Seed Bank. No charge to attend.

Tai Chi Gung

2:00pm–3:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The holidays can be stressful. Reset, recharge, and harmonize your body with Tai Chi Gung, an ancient practice that combines slow, deliberate movements, meditation, and controlled breathing.

Stitched Together: Knitting & Crochet Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Connect with other knitters and crocheters in this weekly club. All skills levels are welcome, from beginners to experts. A limited supply of needles and yarn will be on hand but you're welcome to bring your own. 

Paint the Zodiac

5:30pm–7:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint the Zodiac

Celebrate the zodiac each month with an art creation inspired by this month's astrological sign. This class is open to both teens and adults. Please register to reserve your space as supplies are limited. 

♑️ It's Capricorn season! Create art inspired by the goat sign.

All zodiac signs are welcome.

New Year's Eve: Early Closure

2:00pm–7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
New Port Richey Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 2pm today in observance of New Year's Eve. 

New Year's Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
New Port Richey Public Library

Guten Tag!

11:00am–1:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Foreign Language
Event Details:

Practice your German language skills in an informal and friendly group setting. This intermediate group meets weekly to chat in German, improve language skills and explore a variety of topics.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

7:00pm–9:00pm
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Film — Greek Mothers Never Die

Poetry Club: Walt Whitman

12:30pm–1:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy
Event Details:

Read and discuss the works of famous classic poets with fellow poetry lovers. Each month, we will explore a different poet, diving into their life, themes, and lasting impact on literature.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

2:00pm–4:00pm
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Film — Greek Mothers Never Die

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

7:00pm–9:00pm
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Film — Greek Mothers Never Die

Walk & Talk Club: Extra Mile

10:00am–11:00am
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This week we're going the extra mile! Join us for a tour through Grand Gardens, New Port Richey's community garden site led by its caretaker Dell DeChant. We'll discuss growing, harvesting, and preparing collard greens.

Homeschoolers: Monday Meetup

1:00pm–2:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, STEAM
Event Details:

Homeschoolers Monday Meetup

Homeschool families are invited to stop in each Monday for a special meetup! Each month will focus on a different curriculum topic and will feature different activities each week. Please note that most classes and activities will be geared for upper elementary ages. 

January's topic is all about transportation! We'll learn all about planes, trains and automobiles. (No class on Jan. 19th.)

Chess Club

4:30pm–6:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Play chess against other enthusiasts or come to learn how to play! This weekly group is open to all ages. Parents must accompany children who would like to attend. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own. 

English for Beginners

5:00pm–6:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Foreign Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our English for Beginners class! This 10-week course is designed for absolute beginners, covering foundational skills and practical phrases for everyday use.

Cozy Crafts: Adult Coloring

5:00pm–6:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Coloring is not just for kids. Unwind with a relaxing adult coloring session focused on mindfulness and stress relief. All materials will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.