Spring Migration Birding Hike
Saturday, May 9, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Econ River Wilderness Area, 3795 Old Lockwood Rd., Oviedo. Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day exploring this diverse ecosystem. Join an expert birder to spy migrating birds. All hikes are $5 per guest. Children must be 7 years or older (unless otherwise noted) &
accompanied by an adult to attend. Call 407-665-2211 for more info.
Rhythm & Brews BBQ Fest
Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Gateway at Riverwalk, 225 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford. BBQ competition, live music, a kid’s zone, original vendors and more. For more info go to https://www.sanfordbbqfest.com/
Tertulia Cuatro Gatos
Saturday, May 9, 2 to 4 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Join the Tertulia and participate in our talks about literature, art, music, culture and history. Everyone is welcome. The 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. Free. For adults. Call 407-665-1620.
Food Truck Fiesta
Sunday, May 10, 1 to 6 p.m., Downtown Sanford from 1st Street to 2nd Street along Palmetto Ave. &
2nd Street. Sanford. Food Truck Fiesta brings Central Florida’s best food trucks to Historic Downtown
Sanford on the 2nd Sunday of every month. Enjoy live music, vendors & free parking. A must for f
foodies, families & furry friends alike. For more info go to https:www.facebook.com/
SanfordFoodTruckFiesta
Museum of Geneva History
Sunday, May 10 & 24, 2 to 4 p.m., 165 1st Street, Geneva.
The Geneva Historical Society has a special display. Newest display is Geneva Fashion Through the Decades. We have seven mannikins dressed in clothing donated by Genevans through the years from 7 different decades. Come see & read about the fashions of the decades, and after you have looked, try out a Quiz of old pictures of Genevans on the wall to see if you can guess their decade.
First Responders Appreciation Luncheon
Wednesday, May 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Woman’s Club of Sanford, 309 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. Also looking for volunteers & donations for 200 swag bags. If you have or know any one and/or a business that would like to donate items contact Lacey Laird at [email protected] or call 407-322-8678 for more info.
Central Florida Spokes Luncheon
Wednesday, May 13, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Heathrow Country Club. $33 cash or check. Luncheon & program on the history of women who made Florida great. RSVP by May 8. Email [email protected]
Novels at Night
Wednesday, May 13, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Join a lively, in-depth discussion of Mad Honey, by Jodi Picoult. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk for check out. Free. For adults. Call 407-665-1620.
Wildlife on the Edge
Friday, May 15, 9 to 11 a.m., Ed & Imogene Yarborough Nature Center, 3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva. $8 per person. For ages: 7+ (children must be accompanied by an adult). Celebrate Endangered Species Day by getting up close with some of Florida’s most fascinating and rare wildlife. Discover the challenges these species face & how the Natural Lands Program works to protect their habitats. Meet live animals like the Eastern indigo snake, gopher tortoise and American
alligator. For more info go to recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Ondraneika Williams Lupus Awareness Walk
Saturday, May 16, 6 a.m., followed by a picnic from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Coastline Park, 900 W. 9th Street, Sanford. The Ondraneika Williams Lupus Foundation, Inc. will host the 6th Annual Ondraneika Williams Lupus Awareness Walk. Event is in remembrance of Ondraneika Williams, a Sanford resident during National Lupus Awareness Month. The Foundation’s goal is to provide awareness, education, and resources for those suffering with this disease, focusing on early detection of the disease in young people. Event will feature a Lupus Awareness Walk along the sidewalks through Historic Goldsboro, beginning and ending at Coastline Park and along 9th Street, French Avenue, Historic Goldsboro Boulevard, Olive Avenue, 12th Street, Pecan Avenue, 10th Street & Poplar Avenue. The community picnic will include guest speakers, vendors providing services for lupus, a DJ, bounce house & snacks for the kids.
Cranes Roost Summer Block Party
Saturday, May 16, 4 to 8 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Alt. Spgs. City of Altamonte Springs’ Block Party with a free, action-packed celebration. Live music, splash-worthy water fun, exciting interactive games & nonstop entertainment for all ages, variety of vendors offering themed activities, indulge in delicious food & refreshing drinks.
Trucks Gone Wild - Truck Tugs
Saturday, May 16, 5 to 10 pm, The Barn, 1200 S. French Ave., Sanford. Gates open at 5 p.m. & tugs begin around 6 p.m. Fun-filled evening with epic tug-o-wars & truck party like no other with music, food & good vibes. For more info go to Facebook/The Barn in Sanford.
Frog Songs: Identifying Frog Calls in Florida
Saturday, May 16, 7 to 9 p.m., Ed & Imogene Yarborough Nature Center, 3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva. $8 per person. For ages: 7+ (children must be accompanied by an adult). What animals are croaking in your backyard? Listen as you learn to distinguish the calls of local frog & toad species through expert instruction & interactive exercise. Practice your new skills with a night hike to the pond where you’’ discover a chorus of croaks. For more info go to recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Meat Bingo
Tuesday, May 19, 6 p.m., Hollerbach’s, downtown Sanford. Meat Bingo - $5 for bingo, plus raffles & prizes. All proceeds go toward Woman’s Club of Sanford Educational Scholarships. To donate a basket or volunteer email [email protected]
Game Night
Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave, Sanford. Monthly game night series. Whether you are an avid gamer or looking to try something new, join us for a fun night out. Games will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring your own. Free. For adults. Call 407-665-1620.
Lady Transylvania
Thursday, May 21, 6:30 p.m., Woman’s Club of Sanford, 309 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. Lady Transylvania invites you to “Spring Under The Blue Moon of Transylvania” with music, stories of Transylvania, immersive atmosphere and medieval dancing. Join Lady Transylvania for a unique night. Wear your medieval or old-time outfit (not required). Perfect date night or just a night out doing something different. Tickets $25/person includes light refreshments. For more info go to www.ladytransylvania.com
Taste of Altamonte Food & Wine
Thursday, May 21, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Alt. Spgs. Taste, sip, savor & socialize. Presented by Porsche Orlando & Mercedes-Benz of Orlando. Showcasing over 40 of Orlando’s best restaurants & beverage brands. All-inclusive ticket includes three hours of unlimited food & drinks with live music. All proceeds benefit the Altamonte Springs Rotary Foundation. Buy your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-altamonte-food-wine-tickets-1976390576417
