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plant craft

Master Gardeners: Arts and Crafts in Horticulture

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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:

Discover creative ways to use your flowers and plants for decorations, crafts, and gifts! Learn tips and techniques for arranging blooms, preserving petals, and incorporating greenery into unique projects.

My Live as a Zucchini graphic

Cinema Club: My Life as a Zucchini (Ma Vie de Courgette)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Film

Age Group:

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

Cinema Club is a monthly film series celebrating artistic and thought-provoking movies. This month, we're featuring My Life as a Zucchini (Ma Vie de Courgette) — 2016.

Mug of hot cocoa

Taste-Test Challenge: Hot Chocolate

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Food & Cooking

Age Group:

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

Use your sleuth skills to identify different flavors of of hot chocolate! Test your taste buds and see if you can guess them all. Registration is encouraged but not required. For students in middle and high school. 

 

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!

Banned Brush logo

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.

Anime / manga collage

Animonday: Anime & Manga Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 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!

Cafe con vocablos

Café y Conversaciones

Saturday, January 31, 2026 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.

Young woman playing ukulele

UkePlay: Ukulele Play-Along

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

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

Learn how to play the ukulele in this monthly class for beginners. Must be 15 or older to participate. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ukulele as a very limited amount will be available for hands-on practice.

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Rhymes to Readers Storytime

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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 Fridays at 11am.

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

Rhymes to Readers (Bilingual)

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

The last Thursday of each month features a special bilingual version of Rhymes to Readers! Stories, songs and activities will be presented in both English and Spanish. 

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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 Fridays at 11am.

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Rhymes to Readers Storytime

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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 Fridays at 11am.

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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 Fridays at 11am.

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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 Fridays at 11am.

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

Rhymes to Readers (Bilingual)

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

The last Thursday of each month features a special bilingual version of Rhymes to Readers! Stories, songs and activities will be presented in both English and Spanish. 

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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 Fridays at 11am.

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
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. 

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