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Pasco Events for Feb. 23

 
Published Feb. 15, 2018

23 Friday

Free Hearing Evaluations: Sertoma Speech and Hearing Foundation now offers free hearing evaluations with an audiologist on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. If it is determined that a hearing aid is needed, financial assistance is available. Call to schedule an appointment. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sertoma Speech and Hearing Foundation, 6333 River Road, New Port Richey. (727) 312-3881.

Rummage Sale: 8 a.m. to noon Friday and Saturday. Hope United Methodist Church, 2200 Little Road, Trinity. (727) 808-0938.

Adult Coloring: Color the stress away. 1 to 5 p.m. Free. New Port Richey Public Library, 5939 Main St., New Port Richey. (727) 853-1279. nprlibrary.org.

24 Saturday

About Boating Safely: Provided by the Hudson Flotilla 11-7 US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Successful completion earns the Florida Boating Safety Education Card. Advanced registration is appreciated. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $40 per person ($20 for additional family members); includes class, digital manual and processing. Hudson Flotilla Training Facility, 9135 Denton Ave., Hudson. (727) 697-8013.

Hittin' the Road for Hospice: Cruise across Pasco County on this motorcycle poker run that will be followed with entertainment, prizes, auction and vendors. The event starts at Harley Davidson of New Port Richey and ends at the Zephyrhills Eagles, 4149 New River Road. Starts at 9 a.m.; last bike out at 10 a.m. The post party starts at 1 p.m. Benefits Gulfside Hospice and Pasco Palliative Care. Early registration is $25 per driver, $15 passenger; event day registration is $30 drivers, $20 passengers. Harley-Davidson of New Port Richey, 5817 State Road 54, New Port Richey. (727) 845-5707. hittintheroadforhospice.org.

Teen Volunteer Training: This is the training session to become a teen volunteer at the Land O'Lakes Library. Those wishing to participate should fill out the form on the website, then register for one of the training sessions. Call the library for assistance. 2 to 3 p.m. Land O'Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O'Lakes. (813) 929-1214. pascolibraries.org.

Purim Celebration: Learn how the account of Esther applies to everyday life as you taste Hamantaschen, learn how to use a grogger and watch the dramatization of the Megillah of Esther. 5 p.m. Free. Beth-El Shalom Messianic Congregation, 6209 Congress St., New Port Richey. (727) 375-7502. jewishheritage.net.

Hometown Heroes Honored at Saint Leo Basketball Games: Veterans and first responders and Saint Leo student-veterans, military students and faculty and staff who served in the military, will be honored at the women's and men's basketball games, held at the Marion Bowman Activities Center on the east side of campus. The women's basketball game against Rollins College starts at 5:30 p.m. The men's game begins at 7:30 p.m. For information or special accommodations, contact Franck Bayebanen at franck.bayebanen@saintleo.edu. Free admission for veterans, active-duty military and first responders with ID. Saint Leo University, 33701 State Road 52, Saint Leo. (800) 334-5532. saintleo.edu.

26 Monday

Choice Hearing Clinic: Includes ear wax checks, ear wax removal, hearing screenings and cleaning and servicing of hearing aids. Participants who wear hearing aids will receive one free package of batteries. 10 a.m. to noon. Free. CARES Rao Musunuru, M.D. Enrichment Center, 12417 Clock Tower Parkway, Hudson. (727) 807-7082. caresfl.org.

Yoga for Stress Release: The class offers fundamental techniques tailored to the level of ability and fitness of the participants, with an emphasis on relaxation and mindfulness. Comfortable exercise clothing needed. Bring a large beach towel or yoga mat. Liability waiver must be signed. 6 to 7 p.m. Free. Land O'Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O'Lakes. (813) 929-1214.

27 Tuesday

Big Brothers Big Sisters Orientation/Training Event: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay has dozens of children in Pasco County on its waiting list for a big brother or big sister. Adult mentors are needed and may choose between several programs. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wesley Chapel Honda, 27750 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Wesley Chapel. (813) 997-6881.

28 Wednesday

Heart-Healthy Screenings: The screening will include blood pressure, Body Mass Index (BMI) and cholesterol, as well as assess your risk for diabetes. A nutrition specialist will be on hand to answer questions and offer tips that can lead to healthier lifestyle choices. Pre-registration is required. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, 6600 Madison St., New Port Richey. (855) 546-6304.

1 Thursday

South Holiday Library Teen Advisory Board: Pizza will be served. For youth in grades 6-12. Members help plan library programs while earning volunteer hours. 4 to 5 p.m. South Holiday Library, 4649 Mile Stretch Road, Holiday. (727) 834-3331.

Teen Advisory Board: Teens gather to plan future youth events at the library and get volunteer hours. For youth in the sixth through 12th grades. 6 p.m. New River Library, 34043 State Road 54, Zephyrhills. (813) 788-6375.

Information for the Events column should be submitted to Phyllis Day, Pasco Times, at pday@tampabay.com. The deadline is two weeks before your event or reservation deadline. Events must be open to the public. Information cannot be published without the time, date, place, ticket price (if applicable) or contact person and phone number. Call (727) 869-6235.