Musical Nationalism
Friday, April 4, 7 p.m., 2021 W. State Road 426, Oviedo. Come celebrate "Musical Nationalism--sharing our musical identities" with the Orlando Concert Band, hosted by the St. Luke's Concert Series. We will feature the music of Franz Strauss, Jean Sibelius, Gioachino Rossini, Morton Gould, and others. All concerts are free and seating is open. To watch online or for details about the open dress rehearsal, visit sllcs.org/concert-series.Call 407-365-3408.
Spring Foraging Hike
Saturday, April 5, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Geneva Wilderness Area (off Osceola Rd.) in Geneva. Hike in search of edible & useful wild plants. Learn to identify common edibles in your community. Ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $5/person, Pre-registration required:: recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov Call 407-665-2211.
All British Car Show
Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Henry’s Depot, Sanford. This event features all classes of British automobiles, including MGs, Austin-Healeys, Triumphs, Jaguars, Minis; Lotus’; Rolls Royces and more.
Owl Prowl
Saturday, April 5, 7 to 9 p.m., Lake Proctor Wilderness Area (off Osceola Rd.) in Geneva. Explore the park after dark in search of owls. Identify owls by sight & hoots. Ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $5/person, Pre-registration: recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov Call 407-665-2211.
Dulcimer Gathering
Sunday, April 6, 1 p.m., Rural Heritage Center, 101 E. Main St., Geneva. Try out one of our mountain dulcimers to see if you would like to learn or bring your own dulcimer & learn to play it. A dulcimer is one of the easiest instruments to learn to play. You do not have to read music. More info: [email protected] or 407-349-5697.
Genealogy Fair
Sunday, April 6, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Avenue, Sanford. Come learn about genealogy, from our experts and each other, in collaboration with the Sanford Genealogy Club. All experience levels are welcome. Registration is only required if attending through Microsoft Teams. The virtual link provided at registration and emailed one day before event. Library card required to register. Free. For adults and teens ages 15+. In-person and on Microsoft Teams. Call 407-665-1620.
Blackout Poetry
Tuesday, April 8, 5:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Avenue, Sanford. April is National Poetry Month. Blackout poetry is a low pressure, accessible writing exercise. Grab a marker, and a newspaper or unwanted book, and get ready to find a poem of your own not by writing words, but by erasing them. Supplies provided. Free. For adults.
Central Florida Spokes Luncheon
Wednesday, April 9, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Heathrow Country Club. $32 cash or check. Flamingo Bingo fundraiser. There will be many prizes given out during the games.Deadline for reservations/cancellations noon April 4. Jason Guy from Channel 2 will be the guest Bingo caller. For more info email [email protected]
Novels at Night Book Club
Wednesday, April 9, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Free. For adults. Lively, in-depth discussion of various books. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk for check out. Call 407-665-1620 for more info.
Egg-Citing Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 12, 8 to 11 a.m., Central Winds Park, Winter Springs. Spring egg hunt. Children aged 2 to 12. Bring your own baskets, search for eggs, enjoy local food & win prizes, including special surprise for finding the golden egg.(Registration closes April 4 at 5 p.m. )
Love Your Mother Festival
Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1st Street, from Oak Avenue to Park Avenue. Deviant Wolfe is hosting an event for Mother Earth & Earth Day. Live music & unique vendors.
Birds of Sanford
Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. A fascinating look at our local Sanford bird neighbors with Cecilia Carey of the Seminole Audubon Society. Free. For adults.
Tertulia Cuatro Gatos
Saturday, April 12, 2 to 4 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Free. For adults. Join the Tertulia & participate in talks about literature, art, music, culture & history. Everyone welcome. Program is presented in Spanish. ¡Unete a la Tertulia y participa en nuestras charlas sobre literatura, arte, música, cultura e historia en el segundo Sábado de cada mes. Todos son bienvenidos. El programa es presentado en español. Call 407-665-1620 for info.
Museum of Geneva
History
Sundays, April 13 & 27, 2 to 4 p.m., 165 1st St., Geneva or by appointment 407-349-5697. Admission free, but donations appreciated. 2 large rooms full of local archaeological finds, pioneer crafts, Ft. Lane search team finds, family genealogical records, Civil War info., and a violano & Edison cylinder player (both play). Learn about the story of Geneva and the Lincoln Conspiracy. Buy T-shirts, caps, prints, and history books. Good for a group or individuals.
Fish Winter Springs
Registration opens April 14, 8 a.m. Event is Saturday, May 3, 7 to 9 a.m., Central Winds Park, Winter Springs. Enjoy a morning of fishing fun with the family. Bring your child to experience the leisure of fishing and learn how to cast, bait the hook & the safety of outdoors.
Newcomers Spring Fashion Show/Luncheon
Thursday, April 17, 11:30 a.m., Heathrow Country Club, 1200 Bridgewater Drive, in Lake Mary. Newcomers of Central Florida will host its annual spring fashion show luncheon. Newcomers members serve as models & stroll the venue while wearing a variety of the latest spring styles and accessories from Dillard's department store in Oviedo. Dillard's Ready-to-Wear Sales Manager Kierstin Balbi will be on hand at the luncheon to provide expert commentary and styling tips for the "By the Beautiful Sea"-themed event. Festive atmosphere, luncheon tables will feature eye-catching nautical centerpieces, given away as door prizes. Sweet candy treats for all attendees. Luncheon tickets are priced at $30. Non-members welcome. Must submit prepayment by April 10. Advance reservations are required. Call 407-435-3026 or visit newcomerscfl.org
