Nothing sickens me more than the closed door of a library. - Barbara Tuchman
All programs are free unless otherwise indicated.
The Big Events and extras are first - The full Calendar follows
Juniper - Florida's blend of Celtic and Alternative Folk Music
"Juniper weaves a tight tapestry of haunting melodies and lush harmonies. Sprinkle in some fiery rhythms and compelling vocals and you have the unique sound which transports Juniper's fans to an ancient time with jigs, reels & airs then brings them back with their original Alternative Folk compositions." www.junipertrio.com See them perform at your library on Sat, May 10 at 1PM.
Trés Tones
These three West Virginia women first gathered round a kitchen table twenty years ago for a cappella singing, good food and sisterly soul sustenance. Their sound is sassy and memorable. Their performance is eclectic with selections of French and Spanish songs, African chants and laments, doo-wops, freedom songs, rap & reggae. Don't miss this unique act on Sat, May 31 at 3PM.
REEL Pride
We're showing 15 free films at our 3rd annual GLBT film fest. The movies start at 6PM every Saturday in June and will include selections for the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgendered. See our website for detailed listings coming soon. www.nprlibrary.org/reelpride
Signing for everyday living
Sign up now for a free class at your NPR Library, 5939 Main Street. The class lasts for 6 weeks, Thursdays at 3PM, and will begin in May. This class is primarily for people ages 55 and older who may have suffered some hearing loss and would like to learn some basic signing for everyday living. Topics covered: food, community, medical and dental, personal interests and household signs. Please call Jennifer Hess to register, 727-853-1010
Do you have Medicaid and Nursing Home questions?
How do you protect your life savings from catastrophic illness and nursing homes?
How much money can you keep and still be eligible for Medicaid benefits?
How do YOU preserve your home and other assets?
Get answers from the office of Elder Law Attorney Sean Scott. Fri, May 30 from 2-4PM at your NPR Library.
Museum/Theatre Pass Program
NPR Library patrons can check out free tickets to a Richey Suncoast Theatre production, MOSI, Great Explorations and Leepa Rattner museum. Visit your library to check out your ticket today.
May Calendar
5-2
French Club
Practice your French in a small friendly group, Fridays at 2PM.
5-2
Line Dance Class 2
Dianne teaches Line Dance for intermediates on Fridays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-2
First Fridays Foreign Film
See a Foreign Film on the First Friday of every month at 8:30PM. This month's selection is Untold Scandal, a South Korean film by E J-Yong. Previously set in pre-revolutionary France (Dangerous Liasons) and in a wealthy New York prep school (Cruel Intentions), this version set in 19th century Korea "may even be the best of the lot," says the LA Times. Its glossy evocation of the decadence and hypocrisy of the Chosun Dynasty, Korea's Victorian age, broke box office records in South Korea. 124 minutes, Free
5-5
Free Computer Classes at your library
This is a free series which begins on the first Monday of every month at 10AM and continues on Mondays for the rest of the month. Mouse skills are required for the class. Topics covered include Windows for beginners and Word for beginners. Pick up a brochure at the circulation desk today for class descriptions.
5-5
Writer's Hour
Write & discuss your work with other writers every Monday at 4PM.
5-5
Writer's Workshop
Mondays at 5PM. Read & critique time
5-6
Spanish Club
Learn the language and culture. Tuesdays at 4PM
5-7
Line Dance Class
Dianne teaches Line Dance for beginners on Wednesdays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-8
Signing for everyday living
Register now for a free class at your NPR Library, 5939 Main Street. The class lasts for 6 weeks, Thursdays at 3PM, and began May 1. This class is primarily for people ages 55 and older who may have suffered some hearing loss and would like to learn some basic signing for everyday living. Topics covered: food, community, medical and dental, personal interests and household signs. Please call Jennifer Hess to register, 727-853-1010
5-9
French Club
Practice your French in a small friendly group, Fridays at 2PM.
5-9
Line Dance Class 2
Dianne teaches Line Dance for intermediates on Fridays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-10
Juniper
Florida 's blend of Celtic and Alternative Folk Music - weaves a tight tapestry of haunting melodies, lush harmonies and fiery rhythms. Juniper's unique sound transports fan to an ancient time with jigs, reels & airs and then brings them back with their original Alternative Folk compositions. www.junipertrio.com See them perform at your library on Sat, May 10 at 1PM.
5-12
Free Computer Classes at your library
This is a free series which begins on the first Monday of every month at 10AM and continues on Mondays for the rest of the month. Mouse skills are required for the class. Topics covered include Windows for beginners and Word for beginners. Pick up a brochure at the circulation desk today for class descriptions.
5-12
Writer's Hour
Write & discuss your work with other writers every Monday at 4PM.
5-12
Writer's Workshop
Mondays at 5PM. Read & critique time
5-13
Spanish Club
Learn the language and culture. Tuesdays at 4PM
5-14
Line Dance Class
Dianne teaches Line Dance for beginners on Wednesdays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-15
Signing for everyday living
Register now for a free class at your NPR Library, 5939 Main Street. The class lasts for 6 weeks, Thursdays at 3PM, and began May 1. This class is primarily for people ages 55 and older who may have suffered some hearing loss and would like to learn some basic signing for everyday living. Topics covered: food, community, medical and dental, personal interests and household signs. Please call Jennifer Hess to register, 727-853-1010
5-16
French Club
Practice your French in a small friendly group, Fridays at 2PM.
5-16
Line Dance Class 2
Dianne teaches Line Dance for intermediates on Fridays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-19
Free Computer Classes at your library
This is a free series which begins on the first Monday of every month at 10AM and continues on Mondays for the rest of the month. Mouse skills are required for the class. Topics covered include Windows for beginners and Word for beginners. Pick up a brochure at the circulation desk today for class descriptions.
5-19
Writer's Hour
Write & discuss your work with other writers every Monday at 4PM.
5-19
Writer's Workshop
Mondays at 5PM. Read & critique time
5-19
Books to Movies Book Club
Discuss books and watch related films on 3rd Mondays of the month at 5PM. The month's selection is Atonement by Ian McEwan.
5-19
Recycling Club
The R.E.S.O.R.C.E. recycling club meets at 5:30PM at your library. R.E.S.O.R.C.E. Recycling Club reminds you to recycle your used ink jet cartridges in the receptacle they have provided for the library. NPR Library also recycles its paper and plastic, and if you would like to receive your library newsletter via email, please contact Ann at AScottFL@gmail.com.
5-20
Spanish Club
Learn the language and culture. Tuesdays at 4PM
5-20
The Metaphysical Sciences Club
Covers a wide variety of interesting topics from reflexology to spirituality on 3rd Tuesdays at 6:30PM.
5-21
Line Dance Class
Dianne teaches Line Dance for beginners on Wednesdays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-23
French Club
Practice your French in a small friendly group, Fridays at 2PM.
5-23
Line Dance Class 2
Dianne teaches Line Dance for intermediates on Fridays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-24
The Florida Writers Association
The Pasco branch of this association meets every 4th Saturday at 10:30AM. Our featured presenter will be Suzanne Baginskie, who will present an interactive workshop on Writing for the Chicken Soup Series. She is a romance writer and has earned the unofficial title, Queen of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Nine of her stories have been published in the different series.
5-26
CLOSED - Memorial Day
5-27
Writer's Hour
Write & discuss your work with other writers.
5-27
Writer's Workshop
Read & critique time
5-27
Spanish Club
Learn the language and culture. Tuesdays at 4PM
5-28
Line Dance Class
Dianne teaches Line Dance for beginners on Wednesdays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-30
French Club
Practice your French in a small friendly group, Fridays at 2PM.
5-30
Line Dance Class 2
Dianne teaches Line Dance for intermediates on Fridays at 6:30PM, $6 per person per class. Held at Peace Hall; call Ann at 727-853-1265 for details.
5-30
Elder Law
DO YOU HAVE MEDICAID & NURSING HOME QUESTIONS?
How do you protect your life savings from catastrophic illness and nursing homes?
How much money can you keep and still be eligible for Medicaid benefits?
How do YOU preserve your home and other assets?
Get answers from the office of Elder Law Attorney Sean Scott, 2-4PM at your NPR Library.
5-31
Trés Tones
These three West Virginia women first gathered round a kitchen table twenty years ago for a cappella singing, good food and sisterly soul sustenance. Their sound is sassy and memorable. Their performance is eclectic with selections of French and Spanish songs, African chants and laments, doo-wops, freedom songs, rap & reggae. Don't miss this unique act on Sat, May 31 at 3PM.
June
REEL Pride - We're showing 15 free films at our 3rd annual GLBT film fest. The movies start at 6PM every Saturday in June and will include selections for the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgendered. See our website for detailed listings coming soon. www.nprlibrary.org/reelpride
August
Shiitake Mushroom Growing Workshop on Sat, Aug. 30 at 2PM
Shiitake contains all essential amino acids plus a great blend of vitamins & minerals.
Shiitake strengthens the immune system against cancer and viral infections.
Shiitake dramatically reduces serum cholesterol and blood pressure.
Shiitake absorbs fat and helps you lose weight.
Shiitake mushrooms are a complete protein.
Shiitake are easy to grow and beautiful.
Grow your own, or buy the ones that Pat created using Native Pristine Oaks and Florida Spring Water. 3 varieties of Shiitakes in 2 types of Oak will be ready to fruit and available for sale.
To register, call 727-853-1265 or email Ann at AScottFL@gmail.com
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