Upcoming Events
Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Theatre
Summer Reading Story Time

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Egret Room
Join us for a presentation from Master Gardeners about growing herbs in your Florida garden!

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Heron Room,Youth Room
Create your own colorful Sand Art bottle.

Rescheduled
Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, August 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come make a ceramic piece of your choice over the course of 2 sessions.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.... more
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Theatre
Come be our guest and sing-a-long to some of fairy tales greatest hits!

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Theatre
Come be our guest and sing-a-long to some of fairy tales greatest hits!

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Theatre
Join us for a free Presentation by Astronaut Nicole Stott, Artist, Astronaut, Earthling.

Sat, Jul 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Egret Room
Join us and make your own Space Puddling.

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Theatre
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies... more
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies and learning materials will be provided. No registration required. Ages 18+.

Sun, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Come join us at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory in Odessa from 2-3:30 to discuss our next read, "The Power" by Naomi Alderman!

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Baby Bookworms is a perfect way to introduce your littlest ones to the joys of books.

Rescheduled
Mon, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New date Monday, August 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn the basics of how to throw pottery on a potter's wheel!

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Theatre
Summer Reading Story Time

Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Crane Room
Come in to glaze a premade piece of pottery!
This event is full

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Egret Room
Join us as we make a fabric tray! All materials will be provided. Ages 9+ including adults. Close toed shoes and safety... more
Join us as we make a fabric tray! All materials will be provided. Ages 9+ including adults. Close toed shoes and safety waiver required.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Theatre
Magically Ever After

Wed, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Crane Room
Come in to glaze a premade piece of pottery!
This event is full

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.... more
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Heron Room
Create your own enchanted forest wreath using colorful faux flowers and other enchanting forest finds. All supplies are... more
Create your own enchanted forest wreath using colorful faux flowers and other enchanting forest finds. All supplies are provided. This program is for adults.
This event is full

Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Egret Room
Calling all adventurers!! Join us in our Dungeons and Dragons Club! New and experience adventurers are welcome! This club... more
Calling all adventurers!! Join us in our Dungeons and Dragons Club! New and experience adventurers are welcome! This club is for tweens and teens.

Cancelled
Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Come join us for Kids Open Studio where creativity and imaginations are encouraged to run wild!

Rescheduled
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, August 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to throw a slow feeder pet dish.

Rescheduled
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, August 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn the basics of how to throw pottery on a potter's wheel over the course of 2 lessons.

Sat, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Heron Room
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies... more
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies and learning materials will be provided. No registration required. Ages 18+.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Baby Bookworms is a perfect way to introduce your littlest ones to the joys of books.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Heron Room
In collaboration with Pasco Outdoor Adventures, participants will be creating primitive pine-needle mini baskets using... more
In collaboration with Pasco Outdoor Adventures, participants will be creating primitive pine-needle mini baskets using natural materials! This program is for Tweens & Teen ages 10-17.
This event is full

Tue, Jul 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
Theatre
Summer Reading Story Time

Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Egret Room
Join us as we make a fabric tray! All materials will be provided. Ages 9+ including adults. Close toed shoes and safety... more
Join us as we make a fabric tray! All materials will be provided. Ages 9+ including adults. Close toed shoes and safety waiver required.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Theatre
Strange sounds and murky bottoms. What secrets could the swamp be keeping?

Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Theatre
Strange sounds and murky bottoms. What secrets could the swamp be keeping?

Wed, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Egret Room
Treasure Bangles
This event is full

Thu, Jul 31, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.... more
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Thu, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Egret Room
ASL Social is a wonderful opportunity to socialize with other sign language users. We will provide refreshments and an... more
ASL Social is a wonderful opportunity to socialize with other sign language users. We will provide refreshments and an activity for your enjoyment. Please refrain from speaking and use sign language.

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Theatre
Join us for an enchanting evening as the Dade City String Quartet weaves musical magic inspired by timeless fairytales... more
Join us for an enchanting evening as the Dade City String Quartet weaves musical magic inspired by timeless fairytales and literary classics. Sponsored by the Friends of the Starkey Ranch Library.

Cancelled
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Come build at Open Lego Build! Legos provided for all ages!

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Crane Room
Join us in making your own custom flower tray over the course of 2 sessions.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Aug 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Heron Room
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies... more
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies and learning materials will be provided. No registration required. Ages 18+.

Sat, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Theatre
Join us for the Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Band, Fleetwood Mach.

Mon, Aug 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Baby Bookworms is a perfect way to introduce your littlest ones to the joys of books.

Mon, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Crane Room
Learn the basics of how to throw pottery on a potter's wheel!
Registration is now closed

Cancelled
Tue, Aug 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Summer Reading Story Time

Tue, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Crane Room
Learn the basics of how to throw pottery on a potter's wheel over the course of 2 lessons.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Theatre
Join us for our back to school Super Storytime, crafts and reading with dogs!

Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Crane Room
Come make a ceramic piece of your choice over the course of 2 sessions.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Egret Room,Heron Room
Bring your book or find one here to read to our furry friends.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.... more
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Heron Room
Join us for Plant Parent Club!

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Egret Room
Join us for a different art activity each month specifically designed to help you explore, express, and learn new things... more
Join us for a different art activity each month specifically designed to help you explore, express, and learn new things about yourself!
Registration opens Friday, July 25 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Heron Room
Join us as we read "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides! Copies can be borrowed by request from the service desk.

Sat, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Crane Room
Learn how to throw a slow feeder pet dish.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Heron Room
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies... more
Join trained tutors to improve your English skills through casual conversation in a comfortable environment. All supplies and learning materials will be provided. No registration required. Ages 18+.

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Egret Room
Join us at the next Board of Directors meeting! Whether you are an established member or just curious about the Friends,... more
Join us at the next Board of Directors meeting! Whether you are an established member or just curious about the Friends, all are welcome to attend.

Mon, Aug 11, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Baby Bookworms is a perfect way to introduce your littlest ones to the joys of books.

Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Heron Room
Join us on the mat to explore various gentle poses, breathwork and meditation that will help increase your flexibility,... more
Join us on the mat to explore various gentle poses, breathwork and meditation that will help increase your flexibility, strength, and balance and to connect to your inner self and decrease stress.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 30 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Heron Room
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.... more
Join us for stories, songs, and other fun activities. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Heron Room
Join artist Rhonda Donovan for an artist talk about the inspirations and ideas behind her works: on view at Starkey Ranch... more
Join artist Rhonda Donovan for an artist talk about the inspirations and ideas behind her works: on view at Starkey Ranch library July-August.