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Common Ground - band photo

Riverside Concert Series: Common Ground

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Common Ground is an alt / rock band from Tampa known for their eclectic blend of covers and original songs. Their dynamic sound and high-energy performances have made them a favorite among local music fans.

Native flower garden

Native Gardening 101

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event, Sustainability

Age Group:

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

Whether you want a manicured garden or your own slice of "real Florida," native plants can help you create a more diverse, water wise, and sustainable future for your landscape.

Line dancing boots

Boots on the Ground: Line Dance Workshop

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Performance, Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn all of the classic line dances (including Boots on the Ground). It’s a great opportunity to have fun, meet new people, and get a little exercise to boot. No experience needed! Please register to reserve your space.

Cuban Son band photo

¡Viva Cavalaire!

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Celebrate El Día Internacional de los Trabajadores with live music from Cuban Son, salsa dancing, and activity stations hosted by the New Port Richey Public Library’s Café y Conversaciones.

Monarch butterfly

New Port Richey Monarch Festival

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Courtyard at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

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

Celebrate the annual New Port Richey Monarch Festival, featuring educational and fun activities for all ages.

For more information, visit FarmNet. 

2026 Homeschool Science Fair

Homeschool Science Fair

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event, STEAM

Age Group:

Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary, Middle School
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Special Event, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're closing out our homeschool school year with our second annual Homeschool Science Fair! Please see the attached flyer for details and register to reserve your space. 

Book cover featuring two cowboys riding through Florida wilderness

Author Talk: Harold Andrews

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Other, Special Event

Age Group:

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

Harold Andrews, a fifth generation Pasco County native, writes about the history, heritage, and transformation of Central Florida.

Native American flute player

Native American Flute

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Performance, Workshop

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

Discover the soothing voice of the Native American flute in this welcoming, beginner-friendly monthly class!

Hits 106 Logo

Walk & Talk Club: Hits 106 Studio

Monday, May 11, 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 behind-the-scenes tour of the Hits 106 studio, New Port Richey's local radio station!

Buzz

Sip and Spell: Adult Spelling Bee

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you've got what it takes to become a spelling bee champion?

people standing in front of a New Port Richey Sign

Plains, Trains, and Streetcars

Thursday, May 14, 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:

Did you know you could once take a train from Downtown New Port Richey to Downtown Tampa?

Cover: Bear and the Three Goldilocks

Guest Storytime: Bear and the Three Goldilocks

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

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

Bring the whole family and enjoy a silly story as author Patrick Horne joins us virtually for a live reading of his debut children's book, Bear and the Three Goldilocks!

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Bunny Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/1–4/30
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

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

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Rhymes to Readers

Ms. Jessica (and Stanley) will bring you stories and songs with a focus on early literacy and an excitement for reading! Recommended for toddler and pre-k ages. We do ask that you please refrain from eating snacks during storytime. 

Can't make today? An identical storytime is also offered Thursdays at 1pm. 

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.

Beginning German

1:00pm–3:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Foreign Language
Event Details:

Hallo! Learn German from the ground up — no prior experience needed! The first half of the class will be geared toward absolute beginners, and the second half will focus on advanced-beginner German.

Avery Room: Mandarin Class

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.

Riverside Concert Series: Common Ground

6:00pm–7:00pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Common Ground is an alt / rock band from Tampa known for their eclectic blend of covers and original songs. Their dynamic sound and high-energy performances have made them a favorite among local music fans.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

7:00pm–9:00pm
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
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 theatrical run. (For example, if there are multiple showings of a performance, please only register for ONE.) 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: Stand Up Comedy Night — Adam Minnick

Native Gardening 101

11:00am–12:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Sustainability
Event Details:

Whether you want a manicured garden or your own slice of "real Florida," native plants can help you create a more diverse, water wise, and sustainable future for your landscape.

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:

Conéctate con otros hispanohablantes de la comunidad y exploremos juntos una nueva actividad. Nos reunimos el último sábado de cada mes.

Abril — términos, localismos y refranes.

Library Advisory Board Meeting

9:30am–11:00am
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board advises and assists the Library Director with long-range planning, prepares suggestions for library policies and procedures, and submits reports to the Library Director and the City Council upon request. The public is invited to attend all Library Advisory Board meetings. Please enter the facility by ringing the doorbell located by the staff door on the north side of the building. 

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:

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

Friends of the Library Meeting

11:00am–1:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library

Friends of the Library

Friends of the Library meetings are open to the public. Those interested in joining the Friends can visit the Friends of the Library for more information. 

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 join us each Monday for a special meetup. 

Please note that most classes and activities will be geared for upper elementary ages. Topics will vary each month. 

April's meetups will be all about poetry, in celebration of National Poetry Month. 

Tech Help Mondays

2:00pm–2:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help! Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!

Tech Help Mondays

2:30pm–3:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help! Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!

Tech Help Mondays

3:00pm–3:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help! Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!

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.

ELROY Pop-Up: Sims Park

1:00pm–3:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library Branch

Mobile Library Branch

Experience the library on the go! Our Mobile Library Branch, ELROY, will be visiting this location with books, programs, and resources for all ages. Browse the collection, check out materials, and enjoy library services right in your neighborhood.

Learn more about our ELROY and the services we provide here.

Stitched Together: Knitting & Crochet Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River 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. 

English Next Level

5:30pm–7:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy
Event Details:

Improve your English skills at the Library! Enjoy a supportive environment to practice conversation and build confidence in your language abilities.

Kids Yoga

11:00am–11:45am
New Port Richey Public Library
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2)
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Kids Yoga

Join us for some yoga with your little one! Please bring your own yoga mat or beach towel.

Tech Help Wednesdays

1:00pm–1:30pm
New Port Richey Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help!

Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!