Saturday, December 16

“Mr. B’s Treasure Box Workshop,” 10 a.m., class taught by Folk Artist Jack Beverland. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

“Introduction to Waldorf,” 11 a.m.-1 p.m., parents invited for an in-depth look at Waldorf education at the School of the Suncoast Clearwater campus, 2476 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Registration requested. Call 727-786-8311.

Sunday, December 17

“Make Your Holidays ‘Green’,” 2 p.m., free workshop featuring environmentally friendly ideas for wrapping presents and creating decorations. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Monday, December 18

GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman’s Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Tuesday, December 19

National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Palm Harbor Chapter 1683 annual Christmas party, noon. Bon Appetit Restaurant, 150 Marina Plaza, Dunedin. Call 727-734-7152.

LIADO (The Italian-American Women of Today) General Membership meeting, 6 p.m., Italian music, heritage and food. Our Lady of Lourdes Community Center, 750 San Salvador Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-418-5415.

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-797-1179.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

Laubsch Bonsai Society, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring bonsai “show-and-tell” by members, presentation or workshop on bonsai and a raffle of pre-bonsai material, pots, books and more. Tech Café, 500 Main St., Suite E, Safety Harbor. Call 727-734-0027.

Wednesday, December 20

“Holiday Luncheon,” 11 a.m., Safety Harbor Garden Club monthly meeting. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.

Tuesday, December 26

Ask a Genealogist, 2-3 p.m., local genealogy volunteers assist with family tree searching and genealogy source work. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Zonta Club of Upper Pinellas County monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., an international service club of executive women that supports local charities. Guests welcome. Meetings last Tues. monthly; locations vary. Call 727-733-3405.

Wednesday, December 27

“Circula de Lectura,” 1 p.m., monthly Spanish language book discussion group. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5284.

Thursday, December 28

“Wee-time at Weedon: Are You A Spider?” 10:30-11:30 a.m., free program designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural world. Featuring the book by Judy Allen. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Tuesday, January 2

Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Open to anyone interested in shells. Call 727-796-4117.

Wednesday, January 3

Welcome Newcomer Club of Pinellas luncheon, noon, first Wednesday monthly, social club for persons new to the area or those recently widowed-divorced-retired. Meeting locations vary. Call 727-938-7478 or 727-447-0375.

Friends of the Library Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Thursday, January 4

Palm Harbor Newcomers Alumnae and Friends luncheon, 11 a.m., at East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1053 East Lake Woodlands Pkwy. Featuring a silent auction of member-donated items. Reservations required by Fri., Dec. 29. Call 727-938-1450.

Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Friday, January 5

ESOL Student Conversation Group, 3:30-5 p.m., beginning and intermediate ESOL students practice English conversation in a monthly current events discussion led by ESOL teacher Judy Foley. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

“Rewilding North America: A Deep-Time Perspective,” 6:30 p.m., free lecture by Connie Barlow, author and conversation biologist, on radical ideas in restoring lost wildlife to former habitats. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Saturday, January 6

Oldsmar Historical Society, 10 a.m., monthly meeting. Oldsmar Library,101 State St., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

Sunday, January 7

“The Ghosts of Evolution: Nonsensical Fruit, Missing Partners and Other Ecological Anachronisms,” 2 p.m., free lecture by Connie Barlow, author and conservation biologist, on the science of “evolutionary ecology.” Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Monday, January 8

Oldsmar Friends of the Library, noon, monthly meeting. Oldsmar Library,101 State St., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

Managing Conflict Workshop, 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. program on how to reduce stress, navigate conflict, exercise self-control, learn new strategies and restore self-esteem. For all ages, elementary students to adults. The Compass, 401 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-0234.

“Birding at the Speed of Drift,” 7:30 p.m., meeting of the Clearwater Audubon Society. Program by Sandy Huff, award-winning outdoor writer. “Conservation through Education” program series. Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-781-0745.

Tuesday, January 9

“Learning Tree,” 6-8 p.m., family literacy training program for parents with children ages birth to 5 years, featuring a guest storyteller and age-appropriate books plus computer literacy training for siblings ages 6-11. Registration ongoing for free monthly programs. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

American Legion Post 238 business meeting, 8 p.m., veteran’s organization welcomes new members. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601 or 727-709-1496.

Clearwater/St. Petersburg Ski and Sports Club, 7 p.m., monthly meeting of the Snowsharks to discuss upcoming ski trips. Tucson’s Grill & Cantina, 13563 Icot Blvd., Largo. Call 727-531-7649.

Thursday, January 11

Sons of the American Revolution, meeting second Thursday monthly, locations vary. Call 727-398-4425.

Florida West Coast Orchid Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., visitors welcome. Educational class preceding business meeting. Speaker followed by orchid sale and refreshments. Pinellas County Cooperative Extension Bldg., 12175 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-733-8167.

January 11, 25

“School of the Suncoast Visitor Day,” 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., tour classrooms and meet Waldorf-trained teachers at the School of the Suncoast Clearwater campus, 2476 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-786-8311.

Friday, January 12

Women’s Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Saturday, January 13

“Boot Camp” Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Captain Max’s Junior Astronomers, 11 a.m.-noon, astronomy club meeting second Saturday monthly for ages 8-12. Great Explorations, The Children’s Museum, 1925 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-821-8992.

Energy Efficiency, 11 a.m.-noon, home energy program presented by Progress Energy, The Home Depot and Bert Henderson of Pinellas County Extension. The Home Depot, 10689 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Registration requested. Call 727-582-2673.

Monday, January 15

GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman’s Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Ongoing

Computer Learning Center, public access to computers and the internet, as well as basic, intermediate and advanced computer training for youth and adults. Appointment required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Also offering classes at Westminster Apts., Oldsmar by registration. Call 727-791-8255.

Computer Tutorials, one-on-one 15-minute hands-on computer tutorials, by appointment only. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

ESOL Tutoring, ongoing volunteer ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programs, ESOL instruction. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Family Support Services, daily assistance in accessing programs and services for financial and other life issues. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

“Fit For Life” Boot Camp, 6-7 a.m. Mon.-Fri., intense cardio and strength training classes for adults. Ongoing. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628, ext. 5.

Free Parenting Classes, sponsored by the Suncoast Community Mental Health — Total Family Strategy Program. Ongoing eight-week courses for parents of children ages 4-10. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. For times, locations and registration, call 727-543-8589.

Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Support Groups, sponsored by the Kinship Care Program, St. Petersburg. Meetings: 10 a.m. fourth Tuesday monthly at Largo Library; 10 a.m. third Thursday monthly at Dunedin Senior Center; and, 10 a.m. third Monday monthly at Citizens Alliance for Progress, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-550-4250.

Mobile Medical Unit (MMU), 4-7:30 p.m., varying days (call for schedule). MMU is a 37-foot van provided by Pinellas County Human Resources that operates as a rolling physician’s office, providing health care to low-income families and individuals without medical insurance. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

“Practice Makes Perfect,” 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., teen volunteers assist younger children practice reading and can assist with specific subjects. Appointment suggested. Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-669-1290.

Sunrise Table Tennis Club match play for beginners to advanced players of all ages. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun.; 4-9 p.m. Mon., at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs., 12:30-5 p.m. Sat. at The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Rd., Clearwater; 6-9 p.m. Wed. and Fri. at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Lessons available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday

“I Can Problem Solve,” 3:30-5 p.m., fun games, stories, role-playing and more to assist children K-Grade 6 in conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies. Westminster Apartments Community Center, Oldsmar. Call 727-791-8255.

Sign Language Instruction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. school-age children’s classes; 6-7 p.m. adult beginner’s classes; 7-8 p.m. adult intermediate classes. Deaf Literacy Center at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

“Investigators of Nature,” 4-5 p.m., club for children ages 6-12. Different nature exploration each week. Dunedin Nature Center, 1910 Ed Eckert Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3271.

Strength/Body Sculpting Class, 5:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Every Monday and Wednesday

Adult Tai Chi Classes, 10-11 a.m. for ages 16+ with instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Free Tutoring and Homework Assistance, 4-6 p.m., assistance for elementary, middle and high school students. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 M.L. King St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Jazzercise, 6:15 p.m., for ages 18 and up. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Monday and Thursday

Tai Chi and Chi Kung Classes, 7-9 p.m., low impact exercise taught by Jim Rosenthal, certified instructor. Registration required. Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Monday and Friday

Sunrise Table Tennis Club after-school youth trainings for ages 10-17. 4-6 p.m. Mondays at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 4-6 p.m. Fridays at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Other times available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. regular Jazzercise; 8:45 a.m. Mon. and Wed. Personal Touch format, instructor LeAnn Carreno. Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-460-3013.

Individual Pre-GED And Basic English Literacy Tutoring, by appointment. Basic Deaf Literacy Program, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday

“Stroller Fit,” 9:30 a.m., workout with baby by your side. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

CCO Food Pantry, 12:30-3 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 9-11 a.m. Wed., nourishment for families and individuals provided by the Church & Community Outreach. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Every Monday and Thursday

Free Food Tastings, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-443-6703.

Tai Chi and Chi Kung Classes, 7 p.m., low impact exercises with instructor Jim Rosenthal. Congregation B’nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-224-0036.

Every Monday, Friday, Sunday

Buddhist Book Discussion, 7 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 3:30 p.m. Sun., free and open to the public. Optional meditation prior to meeting. 1709 Mexico Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-934-8040.

Every Tuesday

Medicare Claims Forms Assistance, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. by appointment at the Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

America Today, 10 a.m.-noon, reflect on current events in a group setting with occasional community leaders. Lois V. Silberman Senior Lounge, The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

“Creating Peace In Your Everyday Life,” 4:30-6 p.m., program for young negotiators and skills for managing anger, a series of courses for middle and high school-age youth. Westminster Apartments Community Center, Oldsmar. Registration requested. Call 727-791-8255.

Basic Conversational Hebrew, 6:30 p.m., followed by “Torah Topics,” 7:30 p.m., Congregation B’nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-224-0036.

Upper Pinellas Singles, 6:30 p.m., dinner and nondenominational program for persons 55 and over. First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, 449 Wood St., Dunedin. Call 727-937-4175 or 727-733-1201.

Buddhist Meditation Classes, 8-9:15 p.m.; learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Sasha Bartunek, American Buddhist meditation teacher, at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Tuesday and Thursday

“Frog Steps — Leap Into Literacy,” 3:30-5 p.m., after school reading program for grades K-5 to increase reading ability through books, literacy based activities and computer skills. Registration is on-going. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Kung Fu Classes, 5-6 p.m. for ages 4-8. Instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Tae Kwon Do, 7-8 p.m., for all  ages. Registration requested. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Computer Classes, 11 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.; 7 p.m. Wed., lecture and demonstrations in Community Room A at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-298-3080, ext., 253.

Every Wednesday

Yoga Class, 10-11:30 a.m., ongoing class with instructor Nancy Smith. Unity Community Church, 1315 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-734-0635.

WIC (Women, Infants and Children), 1-4 p.m. (2-6 p.m. third Wed.; also, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. second Fri.), supplemental foods and services that promote good health for pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women with children ages 0-5. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

“Creating Peace In Your Everyday Life,” 4:30-6 p.m., program for young negotiators and skills for managing anger, a series of courses for middle and high school-age youth. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-791-8255.

Aerobics Mix Class, 5:45 p.m. cardio/toning class. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Computer Skills for the Deaf, 6-7:30 p.m., also, Basic Deaf Literacy, 6:30-8 p.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Guided Night Walks in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 6:30-8 p.m. every other Wednesday with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Scrapbooking, 7-8:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Introduction to Meditation Class, 7:30 p.m., Buddhist meditation and the power of positive thinking. Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Recreation Dept., Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Every Wednesday and Friday

Senior Socials, 9 a.m.-noon, for ages 50 and up. Coffee, donuts and bagels. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1195.

Every Thursday

Toddler Time to Sign, 10-10:30 p.m., for ages 18 months-3 years. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Yoga Class, 10:30 a.m., for beginners to advanced. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Death and Dying Discussion Group, 1:15 p.m., ongoing with facilitator Nancy Smith, R.N. Unity Community Church, 1315 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-734-0635.

Genealogical Assistance, 1-3 p.m., by members of the Caladesi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-584-4628 or 727-298-3080.

“I Can Problem Solve,” 3:30-5 p.m., fun games, stories, role-playing and more to assist children K-Grade 6 in conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 M.L. King St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Dog Obedience Classes, 7:15-8 p.m. or 8:15- 9 p.m. Thurs. for eight sessions at Bicentennial Park and Mobbly Bayou Dog Area, 423 Lafayette Blvd., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Thursday and Sunday

Buddhist Meditation Classes, 7-8:30 p.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-noon Sun., learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Kadam Nick Gillespie, senior Kadampa Buddhist meditation teacher/20 years experience at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Friday

Youth Martial Arts, 4-5 p.m. for ages 6-13. Registration required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLKing St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Youth Nights, 6-9 p.m., for ages 10-15. Bicentennial Park Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings, 6:45 p.m. Beginners; 8 p.m. “Big Book,” at Cypress Meadows Community Church, 2180 McMullen Booth Rd., Safety Harbor. Call 727-669-2500.

Every Friday and Second Saturday

Shabbat Services, 8 p.m. Fri.; 9:30 a.m. second Sat. monthly, with Rabbi Shimon Moch. Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Saturday

Defensive Tactics, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., basic escapes, stand-up and ground defenses and anti-rape techniques with instructor Brian Peters in the Fire Station Training Room, Oldsmar Fire Rescue, 225 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-749-1260.

“Boot Camp” Fitness, 9-10:30 a.m., workout with Andreya Tornes, certified personal trainer. Call for next date. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 9-11 a.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve volunteers. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6910.

Guided Hikes of Weedon Island, 9 a.m., pre-registration required. Meet at the classroom patio. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

PINAWOR (Pinellas Authors and Writers Organization) meeting, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at the Highland Recreation Complex, 400 N. Highland Ave., Largo. A self-help, educational-motivational group for aspiring and published writers. Call 727-791-1477.

Tutoring for Teens, 10 a.m.-noon, free sessions by appointment with Vinay. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3386.

Every Sunday

Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 8-10 a.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Photography Hikes on Weedon Island, 8-9:30 a.m. first Sunday monthly, pre-registration required. Open to photographers of all levels. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

“Feeding the Hungry,” 4-5 p.m., free meal for anyone in need. Provided by the Shepard Center, volunteers from Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, and Mount Moriah AME (African Methodist Episcopal). CBE, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Jewish Studies with a focus on classic Judaism, 5:30-7:30 p.m., lessons for middle and high school students with Dr. Steven Cohen. The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Scottish Country Dancing, 6-7 p.m. beginners; 7-9:30 p.m. social dancing. SAS Society Hall, 917 Louden Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-787-4477.

Friday, November 10

Colonial Dames XVII Century Fall Meeting, noon, featuring a talk with slides on “Sunken Gardens — Then and Now.” Also gathering supplies for military service men and women in Iraq and veterans at Bay Pines Veterans Hospital. Open to women interested in historical colonial research who are lineal descendants of an ancestor who lived and served prior to 1701 in one of the original colonies. Stacey’s Buffet, 1451 Missouri Ave. N., Largo. Call 727-531-2100.

Women’s Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Saturday, November 11

“Boot Camp” Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Bay Bouquet Garden Club Fashion Show/Card Party, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., annual event featuring unique fashions from Rose Garden Boutique, door prizes and dessert. Reservations requested. Faith Lutheran Church, 1620 Pinehurst Rd., Dunedin. Call 727-447-7805.

Captain Max’s Junior Astronomers, 11 a.m.-noon, astronomy club meeting second Saturday monthly for ages 8-12. Great Explorations, The Children’s Museum, 1925 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-821-8992.

November 13-19

Annual Children’s Book Week, special events and activities at all Clearwater libraries in celebration of the 87th annual week to encourage reading by young people. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5244.

November 13, 27

Clearwater Stamp Club meeting, 7 p.m., featuring a program on stamps. Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-539-8643.

Tuesday, November 14

“Learning Tree,” 6-8 p.m., family literacy training program for parents with children ages birth to 5 years, featuring a guest storyteller and age-appropriate books plus computer literacy training for siblings ages 6-11. Registration ongoing for free monthly programs. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

American Legion Post 238 business meeting, 8 p.m., veteran’s organization welcomes new members. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601 or 727-709-1496.

Wednesday, November 15

“Orchids and Bromeliads,” 9:30 a.m., Safety Harbor Garden Club monthly meeting featuring a talk by Michael Palandro of DonDro Gardens. Plant giveaways. Guests welcome. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.

Bay Bouquet Garden Club, 11 a.m., monthly meeting, featuring “Designs for the Holidays,” program by Allen Arnold of Allen’s Florist, and a plant exchange. Social hour: 9:30 a.m. Community Room, Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-447-7805.

Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Meeting and Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Clearwater Chapter. Dunedin Country Club, 1050 Palm Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-942-6638 or 727-733-5383.

National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), 1 p.m., Palm Harbor Chapter 1683 meeting, featuring a talk by Barbara Haselden on “long-term care.” Palm Harbor Library Community Room, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Spouses and friends welcome. Call 727-733-6968.

Thursday, November 16

Suncoast Sierra Club meeting, 7:30 p.m. third Thursday monthly, featuring a speaker on an environmental topic. Moccasin Lake Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-945-0999.

November 16-17

Mature Driving Classes, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., state-approved class for drivers 50 years and older. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Friday, November 17

Computer Class: Microsoft Excel Basics, 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, November 18

United Daughters of the Confederacy, 10 a.m., meeting of the Mary Custis Lee Chapter #1451. UDC Memorial Bldg., 3158 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-323-4401.

“Introduction to Waldorf,” 11 a.m.-1 p.m., parents invited for an in-depth look at Waldorf education at the School of the Suncoast Clearwater campus, 2476 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Registration requested. Call 727-786-8311.

World Circle Language Club, 11:30 a.m., monthly meeting. Cove Cay Country Clubhouse, 2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-787-3344.

Sunday, November 19

Weedon 101 Workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, classroom presentation followed by a field excursion in one of a series of programs giving a general overview of the variety of environments, history and organisms found at the preserve. Registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Monday, November 20

“Getting Through the Holidays after a Loss of a Loved One,” 2-3:30 p.m., a seminar by Carole McLeod, bereavement facilitator and coordinator, Anderson McQueen Funeral Homes. The Allegro, Independent and Assisted Living Community, 1755 East Lake Rd., Palm Harbor. Reservations requested. Call 727-943-8878.

GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman’s Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Tuesday, November 21

LIADO (The Italian-American Women of Today) General Membership meeting, 6 p.m., Italian music, heritage and food. Our Lady of Lourdes Community Center, 750 San Salvador Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-418-5415.

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Featuring an herbal cooking demonstration with Chris Deeds, “celebrity chef.” Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-393-3943 or 727-447-6305.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

Laubsch Bonsai Society, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring bonsai “show-and-tell” by members, presentation or workshop on bonsai and a raffle of pre-bonsai material, pots, books and more. Tech Café, 500 Main St., Suite E, Safety Harbor. Call 727-734-0027.

Wednesday, November 22

“Circula de Lectura,” 1 p.m., monthly Spanish language book discussion group. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5284.

Sunday, November 26

“The Great Weedon Bird Quest,” 8-9:30 a.m., park staff led hike to identify marks and behaviors of year-round and seasonal birds. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Monday, November 27

Suncoast Genealogy Society, 7 p.m., monthly meeting. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Call 727-937-8915.

Tuesday, November 28

Ask a Genealogist, 2-3 p.m., local genealogy volunteers assist with family tree searching and genealogy source work. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Zonta Club of Upper Pinellas County monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., an international service club of executive women that supports local charities. Guests welcome. Meetings last Tues. monthly; locations vary. Call 727-733-3405.

Pinellas Geological Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., youth group, The Tumblers, meets one hour prior. Largo Library, 351 East Bay Drive, Largo. Call 727-894-2440.

Friday, December 1

ESOL Student Conversation Group, 3:30-5 p.m., beginning and intermediate ESOL students practice English conversation in a monthly current events discussion led by ESOL teacher Judy Foley. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Monday, December 4

“Reptiles,” 3 p.m., nature program with live animals, presented by Rachel Franklin, Moccasin Lake Nature Park programmer. Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-669-1280.

Tuesday, December 5

Book Lovers Bistro, noon, bestseller discussion group. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5284.

Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Open to anyone interested in shells. Call 727-796-4117.

Thursday, December 7

Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Friday, December 8

Women’s Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Monday, December 11

Clearwater Stamp Club meeting, 7 p.m., Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-539-8643.

Tuesday, December 12

“Learning Tree,” 6-8 p.m., family literacy training program for parents with children ages birth to 5 years, featuring a guest storyteller and age-appropriate books plus computer literacy training for siblings ages 6-11. Registration ongoing for free monthly programs. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

American Legion Post 238 business meeting, 8 p.m., veteran’s organization welcomes new members. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601 or 727-709-1496.

Meetings and Classes, Ongoing

Computer Learning Center, public access to computers and the internet, as well as basic, intermediate and advanced computer training for youth and adults. Appointment required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Also offering classes at Westminster Apts., Oldsmar by registration. Call 727-791-8255.

Computer Tutorials, one-on-one 15-minute hands-on computer tutorials, by appointment only. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

ESOL Tutoring, ongoing volunteer ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programs, ESOL instruction. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Family Support Services, daily assistance in accessing programs and services for financial and other life issues. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Free Parenting Classes, sponsored by the Suncoast Community Mental Health — Total Family Strategy Program. Ongoing eight-week courses for parents of children ages 4-10. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Registration, call 727-543-8589.

Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Support Groups, sponsored by the Kinship Care Program, St. Petersburg. Meetings: 10 a.m. fourth Tuesday monthly at Largo Library; 10 a.m. third Thursday monthly at Dunedin Senior Center; and, 10 a.m. third Monday monthly at Citizens Alliance for Progress, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-550-4250.

Ongoing

Computer Learning Center, public access to computers and the internet, as well as basic, intermediate and advanced computer training for youth and adults. Appointment required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
Computer Tutorials, one-on-one 15-minute hands-on computer tutorials, by appointment only. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.
ESOL Tutoring, ongoing volunteer ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programs, ESOL instruction. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.
Family Support Services, daily assistance in accessing programs and services for financial and other life issues. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
“Fit For Life” Boot Camp, 6-7 a.m. Mon.-Fri., intense cardio and strength training classes for adults. Ongoing. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628, ext. 5.
Free Parenting Classes, sponsored by the Suncoast Community Mental Health — Total Family Strategy Program. Ongoing eight-week courses for parents of children ages 4-10. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. For times, locations and registration, call 727-543-8589.
Mobile Medical Unit (MMU), 4-7:30 p.m., varying days (call for schedule). MMU is a 37-foot van provided by Pinellas County Human Resources that operates as a rolling physician’s office, providing health care to low-income families and individuals without medical insurance. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
“Practice Makes Perfect,” 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., teen volunteers assist younger children practice reading and can assist with specific subjects. Appointment suggested. Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-669-1290.
Sunrise Table Tennis Club match play for beginners to advanced players of all ages. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun.; 4-9 p.m. Mon., at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs., 12:30-5 p.m. Sat. at The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Rd., Clearwater; 6-9 p.m. Wed. and Fri. at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Lessons available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday
Sign Language Instruction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. school-age children’s classes; 6-7 p.m. adult beginner’s classes; 7-8 p.m. advanced adult classes. Deaf Literacy Center at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.
“Investigators of Nature,” 4-5 p.m., club for children ages 6-12. Different nature exploration each week. Dunedin Nature Center, 1910 Ed Eckert Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3271.
Strength/Body Sculpting Class, 5:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.
Pilates, 6-7 p.m., whole body workout. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.
Yoga Class, 6 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Every Monday and Wednesday
Adult Tai Chi Classes, 10-11 a.m. for ages 16+ with instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.
Free Tutoring and Homework Assistance, 4-6 p.m., assistance for elementary, middle and high school students. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 M.L. King St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
Jazzercise, 6:15 p.m., for ages 18 and up. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Monday and Thursday
Tai Chi and Chi Kung Classes, 7-9 p.m., low impact exercise taught by Jim Rosenthal, certified instructor. Registration required. Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Monday and Friday
Sunrise Table Tennis Club after-school youth trainings for ages 10-17. 4-6 p.m. Mondays at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 4-6 p.m. Fridays at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Other times available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Basic Deaf Literacy Program, 1-4 p.m., including individual pre-GED and basic English literacy tutoring. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.
Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. regular Jazzercise; 8:45 a.m. Mon. and Wed. Personal Touch format, instructor LeAnn Carreno. Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-460-3013.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday
“Stroller Fit,” 9:30 a.m., workout with baby by your side. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.
CCO Food Pantry, 12:30-3 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 9-11 a.m. Wed., nourishment for families and individuals provided by Church & Community Outreach. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Every Monday and Thursday
Free Food Tastings, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-443-6703.

Every Monday, Friday, Sunday
Buddhist Book Discussion, 7 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 3:30 p.m. Sun., free and open to the public. Optional meditation prior to meeting. 1709 Mexico Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-934-8040.

Every Tuesday
Medicare Claims Forms Assistance, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. by appointment at the Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.
America Today, 10 a.m.-noon, reflect on current events in a group setting with occasional community leaders. Lois V. Silberman Senior Lounge, The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.
Upper Pinellas Singles, 6:30 p.m., dinner and nondenominational program for persons 55 and over. First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, 449 Wood St., Dunedin. Call 727-937-4175 or 727-733-1201.
Buddhist Meditation Classes, 8-9:15 p.m.; learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Sasha Bartunek, American Buddhist meditation teacher, at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Tuesday and Thursday
“Frog Steps — Leap Into Literacy,” 3:30-5 p.m., after school reading program for grades K-5 to increase reading ability through books, literacy based activities and computer skills. Registration is on-going. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
Kung Fu Classes, 5-6 p.m. for ages 4-8. Instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.
Tae Kwon Do, 7-8 p.m., for all  ages. Registration requested. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Computer Classes, 11 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.; 7 p.m. Wed., lecture and demonstrations in Community Room A at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-298-3080, ext., 253.

Every Wednesday
Yoga Class, 10-11:30 a.m., ongoing class with instructor Nancy Smith. Unity Community Church, 1315 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-734-0635.
WIC (Women, Infants and Children), 1-4 p.m. (2-6 p.m. third Wed.; also, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. second Fri.), supplemental foods and services that promote good health for pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women with children ages 0-5. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
Aerobics Mix Class, 5:30 p.m. cardio/toning class. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.
Computer Skills for the Deaf, 6-7:30 p.m., also, Basic Deaf Literacy, 6:30-8 p.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.
Guided Night Walks in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 6:30-8 p.m. every other Wednesday with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.
Scrapbooking, 7-8:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.
Introduction to Meditation Class, 7:30 p.m., Buddhist meditation and the power of positive thinking. Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Recreation Dept., Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Every Wednesday and Friday
Senior Socials, 9 a.m.-noon, for ages 50 and up. Coffee, donuts and bagels. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1195.
Every Thursday
Yoga Class, 10:30 a.m., for beginners to advanced. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.
Death and Dying Discussion Group, 1:15 p.m., ongoing with facilitator Nancy Smith, R.N. Unity Community Church, 1315 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-734-0635.
Genealogical Assistance, 1-3 p.m., by members of the Caladesi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-584-4628 or 727-298-3080.

Every Thursday and Sunday
Buddhist Meditation Classes, 7-8:30 p.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-noon Sun., learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Kadam Nick Gillespie, senior Kadampa Buddhist meditation teacher/20 years experience at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Friday
Youth Martial Arts, 4-5 p.m. for ages 6-13. Registration required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLKing St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.
Youth Nights, 6-9 p.m., for ages 10-15. Bicentennial Park Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings, 6:45 p.m. Beginners; 8 p.m. “Big Book,” at Cypress Meadows Community Church, 2180 McMullen Booth Rd., Safety Harbor. Call 727-669-2500.
Every Friday and Second Saturday
Shabbat Services, 8 p.m. Fri.; 9:30 a.m. second Sat. monthly, with Rabbi Shimon Moch. Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Saturday
Defensive Tactics, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., basic escapes, defenses and anti-rape techniques with instructor Brian Peters in the Fire Station Training Room, Oldsmar Fire Rescue, 225 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-749-1260.
Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 9-11 a.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve volunteers. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6910.
Guided Hikes of Weedon Island, 9 a.m., pre-registration required. Meet at the classroom patio. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.
PINAWOR (Pinellas Authors and Writers Organization) meeting, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at the Highland Recreation Complex, 400 N. Highland Ave., Largo. A self-help, educational-motivational group for aspiring and published writers. Call 727-791-1477.

Every Sunday
Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 8-10 a.m., with Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Ctr., 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.
Photography Hikes on Weedon Island, 8-9:30 a.m. first Sunday monthly, pre-registration required. Open to photographers of all levels. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.
“Feeding the Hungry,” 4-5 p.m., free meal for anyone in need. Provided by the Shepard Center, volunteers from Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, and Mount Moriah AME (African Methodist Episcopal). CBE, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.
Jewish Studies with a focus on classic Judaism, 5:30-7:30 p.m., lessons for middle and high school students with Dr. Steven Cohen. The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.
Scottish Country Dancing, 6-7 p.m. beginners; 7-9:30 p.m. social dancing. SAS Society Hall, 917 Louden Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-787-4477.

Friday, October 13
Women’s Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.
Computer Class: Email Attachments and Folders, 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, October 14
“Boot Camp” Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.
Captain Max’s Junior Astronomers, 11 a.m.-noon, astronomy club meeting second Saturday monthly for ages 8-12. Great Explorations, The Children’s Museum, 1925 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-821-8992.
World Circle Language Club, 11:30 a.m., monthly meeting. Cove Cay Country Clubhouse, 2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-787-3344.

Monday, October 16
GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.
Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman’s Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Tuesday, October 17 LIADO (The Italian-American Women of Today) General Membership meeting, 6 p.m., Italian music, heritage and food. Our Lady of Lourdes Community Center, 750 San Salvador Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-418-5415.
Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-797-1179.
St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.
Laubsch Bonsai Society, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring bonsai “show-and-tell” by members, presentation or workshop on bonsai and a raffle of pre-bonsai material, pots, books and more. Tech Café, 500 Main St., Suite E, Safety Harbor. Call 727-734-0027.

Wednesday, October 18
“Tour of Florida Botanical Gardens,” 9:30 a.m., Safety Harbor Garden Club monthly meeting followed by a trip to the Florida Botanical Gardens, Largo. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.
Bay Bouquet Garden Club, 11 a.m., monthly meeting, featuring “Bonsai with Carl Bowles” and a plant exchange. Social hour: 9:30 a.m. Community Room, Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-447-7805.

Thursday, October 19
Introduction to Microsoft Word and Excel, 6:30-7:45 p.m., Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

October 19, 22
Weedon 101 Workshop: Intertidal Environments, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thurs. in classroom; 10 a.m.-noon Sunday in field, series of free programs giving a general overview of the variety of environments and organisms found at the preserve. Registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Friday, October 20
“How to Get Library Items from Anywhere,” 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, October 21
“Saltern Walk and Talk,” 10-11 a.m., a natural history journey led by Barbara Hoffman, marine botanist from Tarpon Springs. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Registration required. Call 727-453-6500.
United Daughters of the Confederacy, 10 a.m., meeting of the Mary Custis Lee Chapter #1451. UDC Memorial Bldg., 3158 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-323-4401.
“Rainforest Animals,” 1-2 p.m., encounter a variety of tropical species with Lowry Park Zoo education staff. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Registration required. Call 727-453-6500. Monday, October 23
Suncoast Genealogy Society, 7 p.m., monthly meeting. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Call 727-937-8915.

October 23-24
2006 TBTF Entrepreneur Boot Camp, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., two-day workshop presented by the Tampa Bay Technology Forum, featuring local experts in sales, finance, law, marketing and management. USF Research Park, 3802 Spectrum Blvd., Tampa. Registration required. Call 813-610-5774.

Tuesday, October 24
“Recruiting and the Internet,” 3-5 p.m., free seminar presented by WorkNet Pinellas. EpiCenter, 13805-58th St. N., Clearwater. Registration required. Call 727-507-4300, ext. 3004.
The Daughters of Italy Lodge #2825 meeting, 6 p.m., featuring a cultural program on Italy. The all-women’s Florida lodge of The Order of Sons of Italy in America. Countryside Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-447-6890 or 727-455-1521.
Pinellas Geological Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., youth group, The Tumblers, meets one hour prior. Largo Library, 351 East Bay Drive, Largo. Call 727-894-2440.

Wednesday, October 25
National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), 11:30 a.m., Palm Harbor Chapter 1683 meeting featuring a speaker representing Blue Cross/Blue Shield on new changes. Kally-K’s Restaurant, 1600 Main St., Dunedin. Spouses and friends welcome. Call 727-481-3208.
Women in Business, Inc. Business Card Exchange, 5:30-8 p.m., networking event, featuring refreshments, door prizes and more. Proceeds benefit the Resource Center for Women. Resource Center for Women, 1301 Seminole Blvd., Suite 137, Largo. Reservations requested. Call 727-298-8246.

Thursday, October 26
“Wee-time at Weedon: The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” 10:30-11:30 a.m., program designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural world through stories and hands-on activities. Featuring the book by Eric Carle. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

October 26-27
Mature Driving Classes, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., state-approved class for drivers 50 years and older. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

October 26, November 2, 9, 16
Introduction to Using Sign Language with Your Baby, 11-11:30 a.m., class for babies, pre-verbal toddlers and caregivers. Registration required. Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5240.

Friday, October 27
“Managing Information Overload on the Internet,” 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.
“Edible Insects: Chocolate-coated Crunchy Critters,” 6:30-7:30 p.m., learn about and sample edible insects with center staff. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Registration required. Call 727-453-6500.

Sunday, October 29
“The Great Weedon Bird Quest,” 8-9:30 a.m., park staff led hike to identify marks and behaviors of year-round and seasonal birds. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Tuesday, October 31
Ask a Genealogist, 2-3 p.m., local genealogy volunteers assist with family tree searching and genealogy source work. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.
Zonta Club of Upper Pinellas County monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., an international service club of executive women that supports local charities. Guests welcome. Meetings last Tues. monthly; locations vary. Call 727-733-3405.
“Fright-o-Ween,” 8 p.m., meeting of the Clearwater Audubon Society featuring a fire circle and costume judging. Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 813-496-2148.

Wednesday, November 1
Welcome Newcomer Club of Pinellas luncheon, noon, first Wednesday monthly, social club for persons new to the area or those recently widowed-divorced-retired. Meeting locations vary. Call 727-938-7478 or 727-447-0375.

Thursday, November 2
Palm Harbor Newcomers Alumnae and Friends luncheon, 11 a.m., at East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1053 East Lake Woodlands Pkwy. Program is “Les Elégant,” featuring fashions by SteinMart. Reservations required by Fri., Oct. 26. Call 727-938-1450.
Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.
VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Friday, November 3
ESOL Student Conversation Group, 3:30-5 p.m., beginning and intermediate ESOL students practice English conversation in a monthly current events discussion led by ESOL teacher Judy Foley. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Monday, November 6
“Toads and Frogs,” 3 p.m., nature program with live animals, presented by Rachel Franklin, Moccasin Lake Nature Park programmer. Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-669-1280.
“Welcome Back Potluck Dinner,” 6 p.m., meeting of the Clearwater Audubon Society. Also featuring presenters from Audubon Ecology Camp on Hog Island, ME.
“Conservation through Education” program. Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-781-0745.

Tuesday, November 7
Book Lovers Bistro, noon, bestseller discussion group. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5284.
Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Call 727-796-4117.

Thursday, November 9
Sons of the American Revolution, meeting second Thursday monthly, locations vary. Call 727-398-4425.
Florida West Coast Orchid Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., visitors welcome. Educational class preceding business meeting. Orchid sale and refreshments follow. Pinellas County Cooperative Extension Bldg., 12175 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-725-1719.

Friday, November 10
Women’s Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Announcements and updates for Tropical Breeze Calendars may be sent by email to info@tropicalbreeze.com 

Meetings and Classes…Ongoing

What In The World? Whose Teeth Are These?

(See Carl Sarine at the bottom of Meetings and Classes) 

Arthritis and Fibromyalgia exercises in Largo at the Bonsai Health and Fitness Center and at The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Rd., Clearwater. Pre-registration required. For dates and times, call 727-442-0618.

Bereavement Support Groups at The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast, 300 East Bay Dr., Largo. To help people who recently have lost a loved one. Dates, registration information and availability of groups in Clearwater and Palm Harbor, call 727-586-4432, ext. 2775.

“Boating Skills and Seamanship,” Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-9, Tarpon Springs at its headquarters at The Landings, Oscar Hill Road and Alt. U.S. 19, Tarpon Springs. Materials charge only. For next class registration, call 727-938-6555 or 727-937-1144. Also available Mondays and Thursdays along with “Sailing Fundamentals” at the Clearwater Community Sailing Center on Sand Key, Clearwater. Call 727-469-8895. Classes also available from Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-10 Dunedin. Call 727-772-0021.

Computer Learning Center, public access to computers and the internet, as well as basic, intermediate and advanced computer training for youth and adults. Appointment required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Computer Tutorials, one-on-one 15-minute hands-on computer tutorials, by appointment only. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

ESOL Tutoring, ongoing volunteer ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programs, ESOL instruction. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

“Express Computer Training Lab,” free to women who want to learn or upgrade computer skills at the Resource Center for Women, Plaza Center, 1301 Seminole Blvd., Ste. 150, Largo. Also offering monthly Parent Enrichment, Career Development and Personal Growth classes at classes in St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, Largo and Pasco County. Appointment and interview required. Call 727-586-1110.

“Fit For Life” Boot Camp, 6-7 a.m. Mon.-Fri., intense cardio and strength training classes for adults. Ongoing. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628, ext. 5.

Free Parenting Classes, sponsored by the Suncoast Community Mental Health — Total Family Strategy Program. Ongoing eight-week courses for parents of children ages 4-10. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. For times, locations and registration, call 727-543-8589.

Hospice Volunteer Orientation and patient/family care training classes at Hospice’s Main Community Center, 300 East Bay Drive, Largo. Additional dates and locations available in Palm Harbor and St. Petersburg. Call 727-586-4432.

Jazzercise, 6 p.m. Mon., Wed., Fri.; 9 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.; at the Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Mobile Medical Unit (MMU), 4-7:30 p.m., varying days (call for schedule). MMU is a 37-foot van provided by Pinellas County Human Resources that operates as a rolling physician’s office, providing health care to low-income families and individuals without medical insurance. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

“Practice Makes Perfect,” 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., teen volunteers assist younger children practice reading and can assist with specific subjects. Appointment suggested. Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-669-1290.

Every Monday

Sign Language Instruction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. school-age children’s classes; 6-7 p.m. adult beginner’s classes; 7-8 p.m. advanced adult classes. Deaf Literacy Center at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Strength/Body Sculpting Class, 5:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Pilates, 6-7 p.m., whole body workout. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Yoga Class, 6 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Toastmasters International, 7 p.m., Temple Talkers Club 7295 meeting on how to improve your communications and leadership skills. Visitors welcome. Unitarian Universalists Church of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-446-1151.

Every Monday and Wednesday

Stretching & Pilates, 9:30 a.m., with instructor Nancy Cavanaugh. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Adult Tai Chi Classes, 10-11 a.m. for ages 16+ with instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Free Tutoring and Homework Assistance, 4-6 p.m., assistance for elementary, middle and high school students. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 M.L. King St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Jazzercise, 6:15 p.m., for ages 18 and up. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Monday and Thursday

Dating Classes for Women Only, 7-9 p.m., different topics weekly with author and dating coach Chris Liska. Registration required. Jason’s Deli meeting room, 25801 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Call 727-415-0464.

Tai Chi and Chi Kung Classes, 7-9 p.m., low impact exercise taught by Jim Rosenthal, certified instructor. Registration required. Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Monday and Friday

Sunrise Table Tennis Club after-school youth trainings for ages 10-17. 4-6 p.m. Mondays at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 4-6 p.m. Fridays at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Other times available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Basic Deaf Literacy Program, 1-4 p.m., including individual pre-GED and basic English literacy tutoring. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday

CCO Food Pantry, 12:30-3 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 9-11 a.m. Wed., nourishment for families and individuals provided by the Church & Community Outreach. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Every Monday and Thursday

Free Food Tastings, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-443-6703.

Every Monday, Friday, Sunday

Buddhist Book Discussion, 7 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 3:30 p.m. Sun., free and open to the public. Optional meditation prior to meeting. 1709 Mexico Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-934-8040.

Every Tuesday

Medicare Claims Forms Assistance, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. by appointment at the Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

America Today, 10 a.m.-noon, reflect on current events in a group setting with occasional community leaders. Lois V. Silberman Senior Lounge, The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Women’s Fellowship Meeting, 10:45 a.m., weekly programs, refreshments. Salvation Army Center, 1625 N. Belcher Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-725-9777.

Introduction to Computers, 6-8 p.m., “hands on” lessons for senior adults. Dr. William E. Hale Senior Activity Center, 330 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3299.

Upper Pinellas Singles, 6:30 p.m., dinner and nondenominational program for persons 55 and over. First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, 449 Wood St., Dunedin. Call 727-733-1201.

Buddhist Meditation Classes, 8-9:15 p.m.; learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Sasha Bartunek, American Buddhist meditation teacher, at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Tuesday and Thursday

“Frog Steps — Leap Into Literacy,” 3:30-5 p.m., after school reading program for grades K-5 to increase reading ability through books, literacy based activities and computer skills. Registration is on-going. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Kung Fu Classes, 5-6 p.m. for ages 4-8. Instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Tae Kwon Do, 7-8 p.m., for all  ages. Registration requested. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Computer Classes, 11 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.; 7 p.m. Wed., lecture and demonstrations in Community Room A at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-298-3080, ext., 253.

Every Wednesday

WIC (Women, Infants and Children), 1-4 p.m. (2-6 p.m. third Wed.; also, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. second Fri.), supplemental foods and services that promote good health for pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women with children ages 0-5. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Aerobics Mix Class, 5:30 p.m. cardio/toning class. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Guided Night Walks in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 6:30-8 p.m. every other Wednesday with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Introduction to Meditation Class, 7:30 p.m., Buddhist meditation and the power of positive thinking. Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Recreation Dept., Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Every Wednesday and Friday

Senior Socials, 9 a.m.-noon, ages 50 and up. Coffee, donuts and bagels. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1195.

Every Thursday

Yoga Class, 10:30 a.m., for beginners to advanced. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Genealogical Assistance, 1-3 p.m., by members of the Caladesi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-584-4628 or 727-298-3080.

Middle Eastern Dance Classes, Belly Dancing with Alexandra Treiber at the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa. For class times, fees or other information, call 727-726-1161, ext. 7832.

Kinship Care Support Groups, 6-7:30 p.m. 2nd and 4th Thursdays, resource meetings for caregivers raising grandchildren. Presented by Family Resources, Inc., 3821 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. (Also meeting in Dunedin, Tarpon Springs and New Port Richey.) Call 727-550-4250.

Dog Obedience Classes, 7:15-8 p.m. or 8:15- 9 p.m. Thurs. for eight sessions at Bicentennial Park and Mobbly Bayou Dog Area, 423 Lafayette Blvd., Oldsmar. Registration. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Thursday and Sunday

Buddhist Meditation Classes, 7-8:30 p.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-noon Sun., learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Kadam Nick Gillespie, senior Kadampa Buddhist meditation teacher/20 years experience at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Friday

Tái Chi Class, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., for senior students. Instructor Dr. Jim Greenwood. Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, 601 Philippe Pkwy., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-4726.

Youth Nights, 6-9 p.m., for ages 10-15. Bicentennial Park Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings, 6:45 p.m. Beginners; 8 p.m. “Big Book,” at Cypress Meadows Community Church, 2180 McMullen Booth Rd., Safety Harbor. Call 727-669-2500.

Every Friday and Second Saturday

Shabbat Services, 8 p.m. Fri.; 9:30 a.m. second Sat. monthly, with Rabbi Shimon Moch. Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Saturday

Defensive Tactics, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., basic escapes, stand-up and ground defenses and anti-rape techniques with instructor Brian Peters in the Fire Station Training Room, Oldsmar Fire Rescue, 225 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-749-1260.

Jazzercise Resist-A-Ball, 8:30 a.m., for ages 18 and up. Instructor Kathy DeNote. Registration requested. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

“Boot Camp” Fitness, 9-10:30 a.m., workout with Andreya Tornes, certified personal trainer. Call for next date. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 9-11 a.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve volunteers. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6910.

Guided Hikes of Weedon Island, 9 a.m., pre-registration required. Meet at the classroom patio. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

PINAWOR (Pinellas Authors and Writers Organization) meeting, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at the Highland Recreation Complex, 400 N. Highland Ave., Largo. A self-help, educational-motivational group for aspiring and published writers. Call 727-791-1477.

Youth Martial Arts, 4-5 p.m. for ages 8 and older. Registration required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLKing St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Every Sunday

Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 8-10 a.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Photography Hikes on Weedon Island, 8-9:30 a.m. first Sunday monthly, pre-registration required. Open to photographers of all levels. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

“Feeding the Hungry,” 4-5 p.m., free meal for anyone in need. Provided by the Shepard Center, volunteers from Congregation B’Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, and Mount Moriah AME (African Methodist Episcopal). CBE, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Jewish Studies with a focus on classic Judaism, 5:30-7:30 p.m., lessons for middle and high school students with Dr. Steven Cohen. The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Scottish Country Dancing, 6-7 p.m. beginners; 7-9:30 p.m. social dancing. SAS Society Hall, 917 Louden Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-787-4477.

Friday, September 15

Computer Class: Getting Started on Email, 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, September 16

United Daughters of the Confederacy, 10 a.m., meeting of the Mary Custis Lee Chapter #1451. UDC Memorial Bldg., 3158 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-323-4401.

Free Weight Loss Seminar, noon-1 p.m., how to lose weight without being hungry; testimonials, door prizes, refreshments and more. Presented by Health Management Resources, provider of medically supervised weight management programs. Total Fitness, 1888 S. Pinellas Ave. (Alt. U.S. 19), Tarpon Springs. Registration requested. Call 727-480-3023.

Sunday, September 17

Weedon 101 Workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, field excursion in one of a series of programs giving a general overview of the variety of environments, history and organisms found at the preserve. Registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Monday, September 18

GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

“On The Same Page,” 7-9 p.m., Hadassah Book Club meeting, discussing “Love With Noodles” by Harry Freund. The Tech Café (soon to be Taste), 500 Main St., Ste. E., Safety Harbor. Call 727-723-1116.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman’s Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Tuesday, September 19

LIADO (The Italian-American Women of Today) General Membership meeting, 6 p.m., Italian music, heritage and food. Our Lady of Lourdes Community Center, 750 San Salvador Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-418-5415.

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Program: “Six Herbal Steps to Super Immunity,” talk by Joel Chadnow, holistic health advocate and wellness coach. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-797-1179 or 727-393-3943.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

Laubsch Bonsai Society, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring bonsai “show-and-tell” by members, presentation or workshop on bonsai and a raffle of pre-bonsai material, pots, books and more. Tech Café, 500 Main St., Suite E, Safety Harbor. Call 727-734-0027.

Wednesday, September 20

“Trees,” 9:30 a.m., Safety Harbor Garden Club monthly meeting featuring a talk by Alan Mayberry, certified arborist. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.

Bay Bouquet Garden Club, 11 a.m., monthly meeting, featuring program “Something Old for Something New,” and a plant exchange. Social hour: 9:30 a.m. Community Room, Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-447-7805.

Clearwater Chapter of Hadassah, 11:30 a.m., opening meeting featuring speaker Brenda Ball, healthy lifestyle coach, corporate trainer and licensed mental health counselor. Temple B’nai Israel, 1685 Belcher Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-724-6409.

Thursday, September 21

“Social Security… It’s More than Retirement,” 9 a.m.-noon, free Business Education Seminar sponsored by the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce. Speaker Linda Messerschmidt, Social Security Administration, to provide an overview of retirement, disability and survivor benefits. Also featuring “Retirement Plans for Small Business,” a presentation by Mike Weigner. Hilton Garden Inn, 4052 Tampa Rd., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-855-4233.

Public Relations Strategies for Non-Profits, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., media seminar and panel discussion featuring local editors, communicators and broadcasters. Sponsored by the Clearwater Community and North Pinellas Woman’s Clubs, Clearwater Library and Countryside High School. Clearwater Main Library Community Room, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Registration required. Call 727-724-6008 or 727-787-2077.

Suncoast Sierra Club meeting, 7:30 p.m. third Thursday monthly, featuring a speaker on an environmental topic. Moccasin Lake Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-945-0999.

September 21-22

Mature Driving Classes, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., state-approved class for drivers 50 years and older. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Friday, September 22

Computer Class: Searching the Online Catalog, 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

September 23-November 18

“Bend Steel with Your Bare Hands,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat., learn the basic skills of blacksmithing with Ken Straight, Heritage Village volunteer blacksmith.  Registration required. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2426.

Sunday, September 24

“The Great Weedon Bird Quest,” 8-9:30 a.m., park staff-led hike to identify marks and behaviors of year-round and seasonal birds. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Monday, September 25

Suncoast Genealogy Society, 7 p.m., monthly. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Call 727-937-8915.

Tuesday, September 26

Ask a Genealogist, 2-3 p.m., local genealogy volunteers assist with family tree searching and genealogy source work. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Zonta Club of Upper Pinellas County monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., an international service club of executive women that supports local charities. Guests welcome. Meetings last Tues. monthly; locations vary. Call 727-733-3405.

The Daughters of Italy Lodge #2825 meeting, 6 p.m., featuring a cultural program on the area of Basilicata and a discussion of Tropea (Calabria). The all-women’s Florida lodge of The Order of Sons of Italy in America (OSIA). Countryside Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-447-6890 or 727-455-1521.

Pinellas Geological Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., youth group, The Tumblers, meets one hour prior. Largo Library, 351 East Bay Drive, Largo. Call 727-894-2440.

Wednesday, September 27

“Circula de Lectura,” 1 p.m., monthly Spanish language book discussion group. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5284.

National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), 1 p.m., Palm Harbor Chapter 1683 meeting. Palm Harbor Library Community Room, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Spouses and friends welcome. Call 727-481-3208.

Thursday, September 28

“Wee-time at Weedon: Night Fliers: Moths in Your Backyard,” 10:30-11:15 a.m., program designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural world through stories and hands-on activities. Featuring the book by Nancy Loewen. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Friday, September 29

Computer Class: Internet and Database Searching Basics, 9:30-10:30 a.m., hands-on workshop. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

September 30-November 18

SAT Prep Classes, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays at SPC’s St. Petersburg, Seminole, Tarpon Springs and Clearwater campuses. Presented by St. Petersburg College Lifelong Learning Dept. Learn how to achieve the highest course possible for the new SAT test to be held Sat., Dec. 2. Registration required. Call 727-341-3184.

October 1-November 5

Beginning Racewalking Class, 9-11 a.m. Sundays, turn your walk into a workout with Bonnie Stein, National Masters Racewalk Award Winner. Taylor Park, Largo. Registration required. Call 727-394-WALK (9255).

October 1, 15

Adult Chess Club, 2:30-4:30 p.m., hosted by Roland Bauer. Sets provided. Instruction for beginners. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Monday, October 2

“Whooping Cranes: A Reintroduction,” 7:30 p.m., review of the whooping crane reintroduction project and its three North American populations, talk by Sarah Palmisano, Refuge Operations Specialist, Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge Complex. In the “Education Through Conservation” series of the Clearwater Audubon Society. Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-781-0745.

Tuesday, October 3

Book Lovers Bistro, noon, bestseller discussion group. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5284.

Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Open to anyone interested in shells. Call 727-796-4117.

Wednesday, October 4

Welcome Newcomer Club of Pinellas luncheon, noon, first Wednesday monthly, social club for persons new to the area or those recently widowed-divorced-retired. Meeting locations vary. Call 727-938-7478 or 727-447-0375.

Friends of the Library Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Thursday, October 5

Palm Harbor Newcomers Alumnae and Friends luncheon, 11 a.m., at East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1053 East Lake Woodlands Pkwy. Featuring a talk about growing up in rural Palm Harbor by Winona Jones, director of the North Pinellas Historical Museum. Reservations required by Fri., Sept. 29. Call 727-784-3386.

VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Friday, October 6

ESOL Student Conversation Group, 3:30-5 p.m., beginning and intermediate ESOL students practice English conversation in a monthly current events discussion led by ESOL teacher Judy Foley. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

October 9, 23

Clearwater Stamp Club meeting, 7 p.m., featuring a program on stamps. Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-539-8643.

Tuesday, October 10

“Learning Tree,” 6-8 p.m., family literacy training program for parents with children ages birth to 5 years, featuring a guest storyteller and age-appropriate books plus computer literacy training for siblings ages 6-11. Registration ongoing for free monthly programs. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

What In The World? Whose Teeth Are These? Heritage Village volunteer Carl Sarine works on a special feature of the museum's new exhibit on Pinellas County history.   Visit the museum on Sat., Sept. 30 to see what it is!