Critical Mass Sanford
Friday, Nov. 28, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Public 4 mile-ish bike ride, kid friendly, easy pace. Starts at Pedal Driven Co., 210 N. Park Avenue and ends at Deviant Wolfe Brewery, 121 W. 1st Street, Sanford.
Pajama Bingo
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Longwood Community Building, 200 W. Warren Ave., Longwood. Play bingo, prizes, snacks & fun.
Teen D&D Club
Tuesdays, Dec. 2 & 16, 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 Webinar Series
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12 to 1 p.m. Growing Mushrooms at Home. 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 December Luncheon
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10:15 a.m. orientation - Rose Ceremony celebrating new members, 11 a.m., Woman’s Club of Sanford, 309 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. Luncheon will be hosted by Julie Knecht and her guest, Linda. Holiday gift exchange ($20 limit on gift) with a game. Dress festive. Anyone who brings a wrapped gift will be included. RSVP required by Dec. 1 - email [email protected]
Flying Needles
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 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.
Christmas in the Garden
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., 216 S. Elm Avenue in Sanford. $75 per person. Step into a magical evening under the stars in a beautifully decorated private garden nestled in the heart of the historic district. Celebrate the spirit of the season with live entertainment, dancing, and delectable holiday indulgences in an enchanting outdoor setting, all in support of the Sanford Cultural Guild. Sip on seasonal delights, sway to festive tunes, and soak in the twinkling ambiance as the garden comes alive with holiday cheer. Perfect for couples, friends, and anyone who loves a little sparkle with their celebration. Space is limited, reserve your spot early and make this a December night to remember. For more info go to https://www.sanfordculturalguild.org/event-details/christmas-in-the-garden
Farm to Fork Hands-On Class: Growing Mushrooms at Home
Thursday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 250 County Home Road, Sanford. $25. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-farm-to-fork-workshop-growing-mushrooms-at-home-in-person-tickets-1005489424937?aff=oddtdtcreator
Senior Line Dancing Class
Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Riverside Community Center, 1600 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo. Class is designed to teach the latest, most popular line dances.
Hollerbach’s Krampusnacht
Thursday, Dec. 4, 5 to 9 p.m., Magnolia Square & Magnolia Avenue to 2nd Street, Sanford. Hollerbach’s Has Heart, Inc. to host the adult-oriented Hollerbach’s Krampusnacht. The public is invited to dress up and join in this annual event. Krampus, the legendary horned creature with fangs, will appear in the ultimate battle of good & evil as we watch Krampus vs. St. Nick throw down in the wrestling ring to ensure the security of the City’s holiday assets in Magnolia Square, including the holiday tree, decorations, landscaping lights, etc.
Holiday Jazz Performance & Tree Lighting
Thursday, Dec. 4, 7 to 9 p.m., Reiter Park, 311 Warren Ave., Longwood. Join the tree lighting & holiday jazz concert.
Full Moon Hike
Thursday, Dec. 4, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m, Chuluota Wilderness Area. Take a break and see the splendor of December’s Cold Moon and search for hidden night creatures. Enjoy views of the moon in this remote wilderness area. For info or to register go to recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Light Up Sanford
Friday, Dec. 5, 5 to 8 p.m., Magnolia Square, downtown Sanford. A magnificent tree & surrounding area will light up to bring cheer to the holiday season. All are invited to enjoy live entertainment & photo opportunities with special guests from the North Pole.
Dance Day
Friday, Dec. 5, 7 to 10 p.m., The Barn, 1200 S. French Ave., Sanford. Free line dance lessons for ages 12+.
Stuffy Story Time
Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m., Spellbound Book Store, 105 N. Oak Avenue, Sanford. Stories for kids.
Enchanted Knights Winter Bazaar
Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Oviedo Mall. A Holiday Renaissance Faire. Presented by Wizards & Lizards Studio.
Punk Rock Flea Market
Sunday, Dec. 6, 12 to 6 p.m., Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge, Myrtle Avenue between 2nd & 3rd Streets, Sanford. Featuring 30 to 40 vendors, a food truck & live music inside the venue. Free & open to the public, inviting the community to enjoy an afternoon of shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Holiday Dulcimer Concert
Saturday, Dec. 6, 1 to 2:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Are you looking for something fun and free to do together? Enjoy an afternoon of live holiday music with a local amateur and professional musicians’ group, "The Picky Chics and Chaps."
Longwood Christmas Parade
Saturday, Dec. 6, 3 to 5 p.m., Ronald Reagan Blvd (north of SR 434), Longwood. Stunning cars, seasonal characters, bands & much more.
Light Up the Holidays
Saturday, Dec. 6, 5 to 9 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs. City of Altamonte Springs & Duke Energy will once again light up Cranes Roost Park with a night full of holiday cheer. Guests can look forward to live music, family entertainment, a kids’ zone, food & vendor booths and a spectacular fireworks display. Santa & Mrs. Claus will also make a special appearance as the park comes alive with dazzling holiday decorations, including more than one million sparkling lights and a breathtaking 60-foot tree adorned with thousands of ornaments and garland.
Cars & Coffee
Sunday, Dec. 7, 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.
4th Annual Jazzmass Jubilee
Sunday, Dec. 7, 5 to 9 p.m., George Touhy Park, 601 Elm Avenue, Sanford. Sanford and Orlando Entertainment, Inc. (SAO) will host the event featuring both live entertainment and a DJ, as well as food vendors, a cash bar, and a variety of unique vendors to ring in the holiday at this family-friendly event.
AdventHealth Orchestra Concert
Sunday, Dec. 7, 6 to 7 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs. This holiday season, the AdventHealth Orchestra is bringing its music to Cranes Roost Park. As the first ensemble of its kind in the AdventHealth system, the orchestra features musically gifted physicians, clinicians and team members who come together outside the hospital to share their talents. Audiences can enjoy an uplifting Christmas concert that blends world-class medical expertise with the healing power of music for an evening of inspiration and holiday cheer.
Holiday Improv Show
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Are you looking for something fun and free to do together? The library is hosting a local improv troupe for a festive night of interactive humor.
Novels at Night Book Club
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 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.
