Good morning, New Port Richey. Twenty-five years on, the city gathers in Sims Park at 7 tonight. A New York police officer speaks, the Seven Springs Middle School chorus sings, and a patriotic concert follows at 8. Come early for the memorabilia display and the military vehicles, and bring a chair.

Two things before that. If you live near Gulf High and hear a series of loud noises around 8:30 this morning, it is a 21-gun salute, not an emergency. And Port Richey's Mayor's Ball is tonight at Spartan Manor, honouring first responders and veterans, with the proceeds going to Tunnel to Towers.

Storms most afternoons and highs at ninety-one straight through Monday. The rest of the weekend is a shelter full of animals whose adoption fees have been waived, and a chocolate factory opening at the Richey Suncoast.

The Mayor's Ball Is Tonight at Spartan Manor
What's What New Port Richey
Port Richey holds its second annual Mayor's Ball tonight at 6 at Spartan Manor, honouring police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, emergency management teams, veterans and first responders. Proceeds go to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, and tickets are sold through Zeffy.
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Every Adoption Fee Is Waived at the County Shelter
Pasco News (FB Page)
Pasco County Animal Services says record intakes have pushed the shelter past capacity, so it is waiving adoption fees and asking for the community's help. Every adoption includes spay or neuter, vaccinations and a microchip, and the only cost left is a small county license fee.
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The Stronger Together Recovery Walk Is September 19 at Sims Park
What's What New Port Richey
The Pasco County Alliance for Substance Addiction Prevention holds its annual Stronger Together Walk on Saturday, September 19, from 10 to 1 at Sims Park. Expect local vendors, resource booths, kids' activities, music and community partners. Family friendly, and open to anyone walking for themselves, for someone they love, or in solidarity.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Opens the Theatre Season
What's What New Port Richey (FB Page)
Richey Suncoast Theatre opens its community theatre season with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and tickets are on sale now. The same weekend, Okra Occasion kicks off a new series from NPR FarmNet.
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A Reggae Band Opens the Riverside Concert Series September 25
New Port Richey Public Library
The New Port Richey Public Library kicks off its fall Riverside Concert Series with the Jahfari Reggae Band on Friday, September 25 at 6, playing along the Cotee River.
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Those Loud Noises Near Gulf High This Morning Are a Salute
Pasco News (FB Page)
Residents near Gulf High School may hear a series of loud noises this morning. A 21-gun salute is scheduled for approximately 8:30 as part of a planned commemorative ceremony.
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Get Your Child's Car Seat Checked, Free, on September 26
Pasco County Fire Rescue
Pasco County Fire Rescue says most car seats are not installed correctly, and is offering to check yours. Station 13 hosts a free car seat check-up on Saturday, September 26, starting at 10 in the morning.
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Gulf High's Book Fair Runs September 28 to October 2
Gulf High School (FB Page)
Gulf High School's Scholastic Book Fair runs September 28 through October 2. Donations through Scholastic's Share the Fair program put books directly into students' hands.
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Chasco's JV Volleyball Team Took the Point That Mattered
Chasco K-8
Chasco K-8's Spartans JV volleyball team came through with the game point in its first match of the season.
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Port Richey 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 8:40 AM
Port Richey City Hall
6333 Ridge Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
The City of Port Richey hosts a remembrance ceremony in front of City Hall to honor the lives lost on September 11 and those who served. The community is welcome.
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New Port Richey 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, 25th Anniversary
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 7 PM
Sims Park
6341 Bank St, New Port Richey, FL 34652
The city's annual 9/11 ceremony marks 25 years. New York police officer Robert Albertson speaks and the Seven Springs Middle School chorus performs, with a patriotic concert at 8. Come early for the memorabilia display, military vehicles and student artwork, and bring a chair.
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Diva Angels Annual Pasta Extravaganza Fundraising Event
Saturday | September 12, 2026 | 12 PM – 4 PM
Chester McKay VFW Post 7987
7445 Chester McKay Dr, New Port Richey, FL 34655
A benefit for veterans and rescue dogs, with a pasta dinner and live music all afternoon.
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Storybook Spectacular at Railroad Square
Sunday | September 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM
Railroad Square
5761 Nebraska Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34652
The library takes over Railroad Square for a free afternoon of storybook fun. Make wands and crowns, meet princesses and performers from Richey Suncoast Theatre, and stay for the 1 PM performance of The Mixed-Up Fairy Tale. Costumes encouraged.
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Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadow Cast Auditions
Sunday | September 13, 2026
Richey Suncoast Theatre
6237 Grand Blvd, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Richey Suncoast Theatre in downtown New Port Richey is auditioning a shadow cast for The Rocky Horror Picture Show on September 13 and 14. Open to ages 18 and up.
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1 Up Burger Food Truck (Burgers)
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM
FreightCenter
34125 US 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
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Krafted by Kiki (Caribbean | Wings | Comfort Food)
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM
HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital Emergency Room
14000 Fivay Road, Hudson, FL 34667
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Mel & Tony's Subs, Skewers & More (American | Italian)
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 4 PM – 7 PM
Hacienda Village
7107 Gibraltar Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34653
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Sluggers Grill (Burgers | Wings)
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Sluggers Grill
1101 Nebraska Ave, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
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Sandy's Flavor Station (American | Burgers)
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Brighter Days Brewing Company
311 N Safford Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
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Mrs. Red & Borderline at Circle S BBQ
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 5 PM
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
Mrs. RED Band opens for Borderline Band of Tampa, with the Pasco Young Marines posting colors before the show.
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Lisa Kay & the GoldTop Band at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Lisa Kay & the GoldTop Band
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 6 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
Live music at Sam's Beach Bar.
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Thrive on the Square
Saturday | September 12, 2026 | 11 AM – 12 PM
5739 Missouri Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34652
A movement and wellness hour on Cavalaire Square in downtown New Port Richey.
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Jam Jones at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Jam Jones
Saturday | September 12, 2026 | 6 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
Live music at Sam's Beach Bar.
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Jorge Valentine at Circle S BBQ
Jorge Valentine
Saturday | September 12, 2026 | 6 PM – 10 PM
Circle S BBQ
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
Rock, pop and country favourites at Circle S BBQ.
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Rooster at Sims Park Amphitheatre
Rooster
Saturday | September 12, 2026 | 7 PM – 9:30 PM
Sims Park, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Concert in the Park: Rooster, a tribute to Alice in Chains, with special guest Nicaea.
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Disasterpiece at Bourbon On Main
Disasterpiece
Saturday | September 12, 2026 | 9 PM
Bourbon On Main
6307 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey, FL 34652
Disasterpiece plays the iconic 2000s hits at Bourbon on Main.
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Sunshine Sessions @ Cavalaire Square
Sunday | September 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 1 PM
5739 Missouri Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Good vibes and uplifting energy take over downtown New Port Richey on Cavalaire Square.
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Bob Hope Band at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Bob Hope Band
Sunday | September 13, 2026 | 3 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
Live music at Sam's Beach Bar.
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