ESOL
Thursdays, 6 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Come practice your English conversational speaking skills. Call the Adult Literacy League at 407-422-1540 for more info. Free. For adults.
Master Gardener Volunteer Info Session Meet & Greet
Friday, Oct. 11, 2 to 3:30 p.m., UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County 250 W. County Home Road, Sanford. The Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program is a volunteer-driven program that benefits UF/IFAS Extension and the citizens of Florida. Registration: https://www.facebook.com/UFIFASSeminoleCo or http://seminole-extension.eventbrite.com
Zoo Boo Bash
Saturdays & Sundays, October 12-13, 19-20 & 26-27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden, Sanford. Tricks, treat stations, fun activities but not-so-scary fun. Visitors of all ages encouraged to dress in costumes. Included with regular zoo admission. Zoo Annual Pass Holders $5 per person.
Speciality Pop Up Event
Saturday, Oct. 12, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Decision Tactical, Sanford. 50 to 100 vendors showcasing unique arts, crafts & handmade goods. Battle the undead in an immersive Zombie Apocalypse scenario.
Tertulia Cuatro Gatos
Saturday, Oct. 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 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.
Museum of Geneva History
Sundays, Oct. 12 & Oct. 27, 2 to 4 p.m., 165 1st St., Geneva or by appointment 407-349-5697 (leave message). Admission free, but donations appreciated. There are 2 large rooms full of such things 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 & history books.
NextStep Walk-n-Roll-a-Thon
Saturday, Oct. 12, 5 to 8 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. Come out, walk or roll and provide support for what every person living with paralysis deserves: an opportunity to recover their maximum potential. For our 15th Annual Walk-n-Roll-a-Thon, we will continue to raise awareness and funds for paralysis recovery. Make sure to check out our Red-Carpet Showcase – this is a chance for our clients to show off all their hard work.
SHS Class of 1969 Reunion
Saturday, Oct. 12, 6 to 10 p.m., Gators Restaurant, 4349 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Lake Mary. RSVP with number of attendees
Huntington’s Disease Team Home Walk
Saturday, Oct. 12, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. The Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) is excited to announce the 2024 Orlando Team Hope Walk. Team Hope Walk events represent the largest local opportunity for members of the HD community to come together with friends, family & neighbors to raise awareness & funds to support HDSA. Proceeds from Team Hope support the mission and programs of HDSA, the premier nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by Huntington’s disease.
DesdeCero BikeNight
Saturday, Oct. 12, 6 to 11 p.m., Decision Tactical, Sanford. DesdeCero Bike night with approximately 100 motorcycles attending at any given time, a DJ “playing current pop songs” and up to ten vendors.
Owl Prowl
Saturday, Oct. 12, 7 to 9 p.m., Spring Hammock Wilderness Area. Explore the park after dark in search of owls. Learn how to identify owls by sight and hoots. Ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $5/person, Pre-registration required for all participants: recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Seminole Audubon Event
Sunday October 13 is Audubon’s “Big Sit” at Lake Jesup Park (5951 Sanford Avenue, Sanford) from 7 am to 11 am. This event replaces our regular monthly meeting. This is an annual, international event during which we sit inside a circle and count all the bird species that we see and hear. A tent is available for shade. All level of birders welcome including those with a disability whether mobility, vision, or hearing. There is accessible parking; no restrooms at the park. Bring binoculars, chair, water, and snacks. For more information https://seminoleaudubon.org/programs
Genealogy Club
Sunday, October 13, 2 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 for more info.
Senior Matinee
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 1:30 p.m., Longwood Community Building, 200 W. Warren Avenue, Longwood. Free.
MidFlorida Car & Grub Car Show
Friday, Oct. 18, 7 to 11 p.m., Elev8 - Sanford Mall. MidFlorida Car & Grub Car Show with up to 300 vehicles participating, with a $5 per vehicle entry fee, and up to 12 vendors.
Movie in the Park
Friday, Oct. 18, sundown, 299 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo. Movie - Hotel Transylvania. Register at eventbrite.com
Butterflies and Blooms Hike
Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 to 11 a.m., Chuluota Wilderness Area. Join a local expert in search of fragrant colorful flowers & the many pollinators that visit them. Ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $5/person, Pre-registration required for all participants: recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
