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
Farmers Market
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1:30 pm., Reiter Park, 311 W Warren Ave., Longwood. From locally sourced seafood and produce to handmade crafts and gifts, we have everything you need.
Fossil Fair
Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sanford Civic Center, 401 E. Seminole Blvd., Sanford. $5/adult, $1/child. Fossils, rocks, minerals, artifacts, children’s area, supplies and silent auctions.
Bugging Out! Insects Around You & Starting a Collection
Saturday, Oct. 19, 9:30 a.m. to noon, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Road, Sanford. Will cover the Major Insect Orders in Florida, Basics of Insect ID, Insect Collection and Pinning, Insects as Art. You'll go home with some insect art, information on how to put together an insect collection & pinning kit, and a better understanding of the creepy crawlies in your garden. Pre-Registration required: http://seminole-extension.eventbrite.com
The Loc Party
Saturday, Oct. 19, 2 to 8 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs.. The Loc Party mirrors the festive spirit of the classic block party with dancing, games and melodies of hip-hop, reggae and R&B, a deeper emergence of kinship and unity within the community will arise. Amidst diverse origins and complex histories, find common ground in a shared journey with locs.
Family Fun Camp Out- Haunted Woods
Saturday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m. & Sunday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m., Geneva Wilderness Area. This event is tailored for families with children ages 4 and up who want a crash course in camping. Meals included. We will have tent pitching assistance, a live animal program in the nature center, fishing (conditions permitting), hiking, desserts and stories around the campfire. Families must bring their own tent. Families must have at least one child 4+. Pre-registration required for all participants: recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Swang Day Car Show
Saturday, Oct. 19, 3 to 9 p.m., Sanford Plaza, 2921 S. Orlando Drive, Sanford. Mr. Martin, a Sanford resident, will host this car show as an annual celebration of life, in remembrance of his brother and as a fundraiser for Christmas gifts for children in Sanford. Expect over 300 vehicles with a $20 entry fee.
Say Yes Wedding Expo
Sunday, Oct. 20, 12 to 5 p.m., Oviedo on the Park Cultural Center, 357 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo. The Say Yes! Wedding Expo is the ultimate destination for excited brides-to-be and their wedding parties. Explore a wide range of vendors showcasing their products and services. Get inspired by jaw-dropping decorations and creative ideas for your dream wedding. Don't miss this incredible event where you can find everything you need for your big day. Say yes to the Say Yes! Wedding Expo! Brides will receive a swag bag at the check-in desk (limited quantity available). Prizes and food samples will be available for expo attendees. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-2024-say-yes-wedding-expo-tickets-951512669007?aff=oddtdtcreator
St. Luke's Concert Series
Saturday, October 20, at 3 p.m. Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras' Symphonic Orchestra. To watch online or for details visit sllcs.org/concert-series.
102nd Anniversary
Sunday, Oct. 20, 4 p.m, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church of Cameron City, Inc., 3771 Jessup Avenue, Sanford. Celebrating the Church 102nd Anniversary. Guest speaker: Pastor Eric Kirkland of Orlando.
Florida 4-H Food Challenge Team Captains Workshop
Mondays, Oct. 21 & 28, 6 to 8 p.m or Wednesdays, Oct. 23 & 30, 9 to 11 a.m., UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County 250 W. County Home Road, Sanford. $5. Open to adult volunteers interested in learning more about how to coach a 4H Food Challenge Team. Teams prepare a dish using randomly assigned ingredients & equipment. Culinary challenge. Pre-Registration required: [email protected]
Guitar Club
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave. Sanford. Jam with fellow guitar players of all skill levels & try your hand at musical improvising. Open to other stringed instruments such as ukulele, mandolin, etc. Fun, interactive program. Free. Adults.
Final Fridays from the Garden
Friday, Oct. 25, 12 to 1 p.m. In this monthly lunch and learn Zoom webinar, we'll talk about how to grow your own food in Florida and attract the right kind of wildlife. Free. The October topic is “Witches Brew and Old Wives Tales.” Pre-Registration Required: https://www.facebook.com/UFIFASSeminoleCo
Jeep Night & Cornhole
Friday, Oct. 25, 6 to 11 p.m., Decision Tactical, Sanford Mall. Evening of Jeeps, corn hole games, music, giveaways, food & beverages. Vendors and a DJ playing current pop songs.
Date Night
Friday, Oct. 25, 8 to 10 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. In the spirit of Halloween, a spooky screening of “The Blair Witch Project.” With the woods of Merrill Park providing the perfect backdrop, this is sure to be an unforgettable evening. Invite your date or group of friends, and don't forget to bring a blanket or a chair. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Patrons must be at least 21 years of age.
