Spooky Safari
Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Econ River Wilderness Area in Oviedo. Get into the Halloween spirit with a spooky night hike in the woods. Search for creepy creatures like spiders, bats, snakes & more. You may want to bring a flashlight. Ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. - Free Program - no pre-registration required. Questions? Call 407-665-2211.
Halloween at Cranes Roost Park
Friday, Oct. 31, 5 to 9 p.m. Halloween at Cranes Roost Park is back for a night of frights and delights. Families can enjoy a safe alternative to trick-or-treating with candy stations circling the lake. Kids can strut their stuff in the costume contest, play festive games and dive into spooky activities. The park will buzz with energy, laughter and plenty of treats to go around. Food and drinks are available for purchase & admission is free. Don’t miss one of the community’s favorite fall traditions. For more info call 407-571-8185.
Halloween Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct. 31, 6 to 10 p.m., Historic Goldsboro Blvd. From Mangoustine Ave. to Oleander Ave., Sanford. The Green Store is sponsoring the event with a guest speaker, music, food & kids Trunk or Treat.
Fall Foraging
Saturday, Nov. 1, 8 to 10 a.m., Econ River Wilderness Area. Learn to identify seasonal wild edible plants and mushrooms while strolling through diverse habitats. For info or to register go to recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Stuffy Story Time
Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m., Spellbound Book Store, 105 N. Oak Avenue, Sanford. Stories for kids.
Dogtoberfest
Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Longwood Historic District.
Free. Dog-friendly activities, a variety of vendors catering to all things canine, and thrilling performances by the Menestrelli Dog Circus. Dog Costume Contest. Groove to live music while indulging in delicious bites from local food trucks and refreshing drinks from the full bar. For more info go to Facebook.com/shre/1W3YkEuehD/
Beer, Bacon & BBQ Festival
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2 to 7 p.m. The Beer, Bacon & BBQ Festival brings a sizzling celebration of craft brews, crispy bacon and smoky barbecue to Cranes Roost Park. Guests can sample more than 40 craft beers and enjoy a variety of bacon and barbecue creations from some of Central Florida’s top eateries, all in one flavor-filled experience. General admission is free. Drink tickets and food are available for purchase. For more info call 407-571-8185.
Cars & Coffee
Sunday, Nov. 2, 9 to 11 a.m., Henry’s Depot, 212 W. 1st Street, Sanford. Admire a variety of vehicles while enjoying gourmet coffee and snacks from vendors inside the depot.
Brunch & Holiday Market
Sunday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dees Brothers Brewery, 210 Magnolia Ave., Sanford. Join Dees Brothers & Ladies 327 for a holiday brunch with bottomless drink specials, vendors to help you finish Christmas shopping, face painter & henna for the kids, great music & more.
Yoga with Don
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 9:45 a.m., Rural Heritage Center (old brick school at First & Main). No experience needed. Everyone welcome. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, and cushion for sitting. $10 per class. Questions: text Don at 407-415-3809.
3D Printed Ornaments for Adults
Monday, Nov. 3, 6 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave. Sanford. Learn how to use Tinkercad to design your own 3D printed ornament. We’ll print your model for free. Free event. For adults. Registration required. Call 407-665-1620.
Teen D&D Club
Tuesdays, Nov. 4 & 18, 5 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave. Sanford. All levels welcome. If you’ve never played, our expert teen coaches will teach you. Free. Exclusively for teens ages 13-19. Registration required. Call 407-665-1620.
Farm to Fork 2025 Webinar Series
Tuesday, Nov 4: Grain Gains: Exploring Grains and Agriculture. Zoom - once a month webinar. Learn more about your food & local agriculture? Join UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County to learn all about food from farm to fork. Free. Must register in advance on Zoom. Webinar is Part 1 in monthly Farm to Fork Sessions. On Thursday after each webinar, Part 2 is offered, an in-person workshop, with hands on activities that pairs with the webinar. Pre-Registration Required: http://seminole-extension.eventbrite
Woman’s Club of Sanford Event
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Woman’s Club of Sanford, 309 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. Owner of SpellBound Books will speak to the group. Call 407-322-8678 for more info.
Dance Day
Friday, Nov. 7, 7 to 10 p.m., The Barn, 1200 S. French Ave., Sanford. Free line dance lessons for ages 12+.
Holiday Madness Craft Event
Friday, Nov. 7, 4 to 7 p.m. & Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 400 N. Forest Blvd. (Clubhouse), Lake Mary. Pottery & resin, yard art, crocheted critters, original art, wreaths, Xmas ornaments, custom wood trays, tote bags, clothing, bird houses, court art, goat milk soap, funnel cakes, Filipino food, baked goods & more. Email [email protected] for more info.
Flying Needles
Wednesdays, 5 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave. Sanford. Free. For adults & Teens 15+. Flying Needles offers you a place to knit, crochet, or do other needlework. Bring your own project, share tips, techniques & learn from others. Call 407-665-1620.
Morning Migration Birding Hike
Saturday, Nov. 8, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Lake Harney Wilderness Area. Join an expert birder as you search for feathered friends. Learn how to spot birds by sight and sound. End you hike high above on the observation deck overlooking the floodplain. For info or to register go to recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Florida Together in TEAL Walk
Saturday, Nov. 8, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. The Together in TEAL walk brings the community together to raise awareness of ovarian cancer, honor survivors, celebrate the lives of those lost and support caregivers. The event aims to turn activism into action, building momentum in the fight against ovarian cancer while offering connection & encouragement to all who participate. Registration is required. For more info call 407-571-8185.
Great Day in the Country
Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m., 45 W. Broadway Street, Oviedo. Country Arts & Crafts Festival.
Tertulia Cuatro Gatos
Saturday, Nov. 8, 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.
Angels of Mercy Gala
Saturday, Nov. 8, 5 p.m., City Church, 1711 Orange Blvd., Sanford. Light the Way Gala to benefit Angels of Mercy Ministries. Hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, dinner, “Angel” testimonies and Keynote Speaker - Latisha Howard.
Downtown Longwood Cruise In Car Show
Saturday, Nov. 8, 5 to 8 p.m, Historic Longwood. featuring music from DJ Don (Cruisin' Orlando), food, and show cars present for viewing. Go to https://www.facebook.com/CruisinOrlando for more info.
Autism Speaks Empower Walk and 5K Run
Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. Autism Speaks Empower Walk & 5K Run fundraiser. Your fundraising fuels cutting-edge research & helps families access vital resources for every stage of life. For more info call 407-571-8185.
Painted Wine Bottle Class
Sunday, Nov. 9, 1 p.m., Woman’s Club of Sanford, 309 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. Purchase tickets at www.eventbrite.com
Museum of Geneva History
Sundays, Nov. 9 & 23, 2 to 4 p.m., 165 1st St., Geneva or by appointment 407-349-5697 (leave a message). Admission free, but donations appreciated. Come see our present exhibit of “Geneva Fashion through the Decades.” There are also 2 large rooms full of such items as 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.
Don’t Take the Bait - Outsmart Mis- & Dis-information
Monday, Nov. 10, 6:00 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. In a world flooded with headlines, hashtags & hot takes, how do you know what’s real? This presentation will help you navigate today’s tangled information landscape by defining mis- and dis-information, understanding how & why it spreads & learning how to engage responsibly. You’ll walk away with practical tools to fact-check effectively, participate actively, and stay informed without getting hooked.
Free. For Adults. Call 407-665-1620.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m., Veterans Park at lakefront in Sanford. Join the community as the City of Sanford pays tribute to our veterans.
Central Florida Spokes Luncheon @ Heathrow Country Club
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 11a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Heathrow Country Club. $32 Cash or Check - [email protected] Join for a very informative presentation by Truist Bank on how to avoid fraud and scams.
Novels at Night Book Club
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 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.
