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: https://www.facebook.com/UFIFASSeminoleCo
Sanford Seminole Art Association Meeting
Saturday, Oct. 26, 1 to 3 p.m., Seminole County Sheriff’s Department, Community Room, 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford. Free & open to the public. Brief business meeting followed by a refreshment break & demonstration by the guest artist Nevin Mercede. Her speciality is acrylic on wood. She has exhibited her work since 1988 in solo, invitational, & curatorial projects. She is also published in many articles & books. She has also been active in the arts in community service since 1988.
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.” 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.
Howl-O-Ween 2024
Saturday, Oct. 26, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. Franklin’s Friends is proud to present the eleventh annual HOWL-O-WEEN Dog Walk-a-Thon and Canine Costume Contest. We will have a (much shorter than in years past) dog walk, canine costume contest, adoptable dogs, pet-friendly vendors, music and much more. All proceeds will benefit Franklin’s Friends. Denise Ryan from 98.9 WMMO's Morning Show will return to emcee. Morning of fun for the whole family.
Horsepower Ranch Car Show & Luau
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m., Horsepower Ranch, (Show Car entrance) 280 Campbell Ranch Run, Geneva. $5 parking, $5 general admission, $20 show car entry. Car ticket includes 2 guest tickets & raffle ticket. Pony rides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch & pony photos, train rides, Hawaiian dancers, face painter, food for purchase, live DJ, show cars with trophies & cash prizes. Spectator parking at 500 Snow Hill Road, Geneva. For more info call 407-913-1160. www.horsepowerevents.com
Dr. R.W. Merthie Community Block Party
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., New Life World Center, 1311 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. Featuring music, a variety of vendors, inflatables and giveaways.
18th Annual Hometown Harvest
Saturday, Oct. 26, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Central Winds Park, Winter Springs. Celebrate autumn at the 18th annual Fall Festival Hometown Harvest. Free hayrides to live musical performances, this event hosts many fun activities, including the Winter Springs Got Talent competition. For more info call 407-327-1800.
WSPD National Night Out 2024
Saturday, Oct. 26, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Central Winds Park, Winter Springs. Come celebrate National Night Out at Hometown Harvest with Winter Springs Police Department. Celebrate the ability to walk freely through the streets without the fear of being victimized by crime. WSPD will have specialty vehicles on display and officers to meet. For more info call 407-327-1800.
Halloween at Wekiva Island
Saturday, Oct. 26, 7 to 11 p.m., Wekiva Island, Longwood. Grab your crew and your best costumes for your chance to win big this spooky season at Wekiva Island! The riverside attraction's fan-favorite Halloween Party and Costume Contest. There will be live music from Jeff Howell and plenty of spooky decor. The top prize is $500 cash and a $500 Wekiva Island gift card. The costume contest is for those 21+ only. For more info visit wekivaisland.com
Halloween at Cranes Roost Park
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5 to 9 p.m., Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs. Spooktacular night & free community trick-or-treat event where your favorite mini goblins & ghouls can fill their buckets with sweet treats around the lake. Patrons can also participate in the annual costume contest, festive activities and much more. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Prizes are awarded in the following costume categories:
• Most Original | Ages 0 - 3, 4 - 9 and 10 - 15
• Movie/Character | Ages 0 - 3, 4 - 9 and 10 - 15
• Best Costume | Ages 16 and Up
• Best Group Costumes | All Ages
• Best Decorated Booth
Mall-o-ween
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5:30 p.m., Oviedo Mall. Trick or treat at the mall.
Trunk or Treat
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5:45 to 8 p.m., Rural Heritage Center, First & Main, Geneva. If you are interested in volunteering to have a “trunk” to hand out “treats” or more info on times, email [email protected]
Halloween on 13th Street
Thursday, Oct. 31, 6 to 10 p.m., The Green Store, a local business on Historic Goldsboro Boulevard will feature a guest speaker, music, food & a ‘trunk or treat’ for children.
Walk, Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. Join the community in a walk to raise funds for the BASE Camp Children's Cancer Foundation. The Arts & Crafts Show is free to attend, and the walk is $25 per person. Teams are welcome to join, but they must register in advance. After the walk, enjoy food trucks to satisfy your appetite and local vendors to browse unique artisanal goods and gifts. This event is welcome to all ages. Call 407-571-8180.
Cars and Coffee
Sunday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Henry’s Depot, Sanford. Car Show.
“Itty Bitty Art” Expo
To Sunday, Dec. 1, Historic Sanford Welcome Center, 230 E. First Street, Sanford. 100 Mini paintings by artists across Central Florida for purchase. People’s Choice Awards - vote on favorite painting. Free drawing to win one of 8 paintings by some of Central Florida’s best artists. “Meet the Artists” reception on Thursday, Nov. 14, 6 to 8 p.m. For more info go to www.sanfordseminoleart.com
