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.
King of La Calle Show at Decision Tactical
Sunday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Decision Tactical, Seminole Town Center Mall, Sanford. Decision Tactical & iHeart Radio will host the 15th Anniversary of the King of La Calle Cars and Bike Show. Concert, car & bike show & vendors. $35 for entry to compete in a variety of competitions.
Teen D&D Club
Tuesdays, Nov. 5 & 19, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Seminole County Public Library - North Branch, 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.
Altamonte Fit Club
Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs. Instructors lead the group through a full-body workout, then complete the class with relaxing yoga stretches. All levels welcome and exercise modifications are provided. Admission is free. Open to ages 18 and up. All participants must register online and sign a waiver. Call 407-571-8183.
Ali’s Hope - Glassful of Hope
Thursday, Nov. 7, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. Join Ali's Hope Foundation for an evening of life, laughter, happiness and above all, HOPE! The Glassful of Hope event supports a mission to improve the quality of life for adolescents and young adults living with mental health concerns. This evening features an all-you-can-eat-and-drink dinner and wine menu, auctions, raffles and more. Let's come together to inspire hope and build awareness through education, support and advocacy. Call 407-571-8180.
Autism Speaks
Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. The Autism Speaks Walk raises funds to enhance the lives of people with autism today & accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow. This event brings together people with autism & the parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, relatives & providers who support them. Proceeds help fuel innovative research & connect participants to critical, lifelong support & services. The event includes fun activities for families. Food is available for purchase. Register today. Call 407-571-8180.
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.
Speciality Pop Up Event
Saturday, Nov. 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Decision Tactical, Sanford. Vendors & more.
Tertulia Cuatro Gatos
Saturday, Nov. 9, 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 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. Call 407-665-1620 for info.
DesdeCero BikeNight
Saturday, Nov. 9, 6 to 11 p.m., Decision Tactical, Sanford. DesdeCero Bike night with a DJ “playing current pop songs”& vendors.
Museum of Geneva History
Sundays, Nov. 10 & Nov. 24, 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, and history books.
Veterans Day Tribute
Monday, Nov. 11, 6 to 7 p.m., Veterans Memorial at Town Center, Winter Springs. City of Winter Springs will honor our nation’s heroes. This event offers a time to honor our 2024 Hometown Hero & remember veterans & those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. For more info call 407-327-1800.
“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. Go to www.sanfordseminoleart.com for info.
