Alive After 5
Thursday, Nov. 14, 5 to 9 p.m., Magnolia Square, Sanford. Hosted by Project Sanford. Music and vendors.
Story Time at DeBary Hall
Friday, Nov. 15, 9:30 a.m., DeBary Hall, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. Children are invited to Kids Corner, a free story time featuring stories, songs & activities. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome. Call 386-668-3840.
Historic Marker
Dedication Ceremonies
Friday, Nov. 15, 3:30 p.m., Sanford Museum, 520 E. First Street, Sanford. Presented by the Sallie Harrison Chapter, NSDAR. Their first ceremony will rededicate the chapter’s newly refurbished 1938 Fort Mellon Park marker. The second ceremony will celebrate and dedicate the chapter’s brand new historic marker. This marker tells the story of Adam Shadrach, a Black veteran of the Civil War who settled in Sanford after the war. It also explains the history of the cannon named “Beelzebub,” which Shadrach was in charge of firing off during Sanford’s community celebrations. RSVP & questions to [email protected]
Bags & Baubles Fundraiser
Saturday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m., Chianti’s Restaurant, 685 Town Center Blvd., Sanford. GFWC Lake Mary Woman’s Club fundraiser with live purse auction (new & gently used), jewelry sale, 50/50 drawing, basket raffle. $35 tickets. Reservations contact 407-257-6983 or 407-430-2518. Proceeds to benefit Rescue Outreach Mission & New Hope for Kids.
Holiday Water Bath
Canning Jams/Jellies
Saturday, Nov. 16, 2 to 4 p.m., UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 County Home Rd, Sanford. $25. Stay safe and savor the season! Join our Holiday Food Safety and Water Bath Canning Preservation class to learn expert tips on keeping your festive canned jams safe and delicious. This class is perfect for stress-free holiday gift ideas. Pre-registration required: http://seminole-extension.eventbrite.com
Battle of the Branches II
Saturday, Nov. 16, 3:30 p.m., Decision Tactical, Sanford Mall. Decision Tactical will host the Battle of the Branches II as a celebration for Veterans of the United States Armed Forces with music, merchandise vendors, military service provider vendors, inflatables, kids games & more. Closed to the public at large, but is for veterans.
Tuffy’s Event
Saturday, November 16, Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge, 200 Myrtle Ave, Sanford. Joy Division with Smashing Pumpkins, The Cure & LoveCats. Musical underground of the 70s, 80s & 90s.
Photography 101 for Teens
Monday, Nov. 18, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Join us to learn the basics of photography, including camera types, composition and other techniques to help you create the exact shots you want. Free. Exclusively for teens ages 13-19. Call 407-665-1620 for more info.
Senior Matinee
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 1:30 p.m., Longwood Community Building, 200 W. Warren Avenue, Longwood. Free.
Guitar Club
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 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. For adults of all skill levels. Call 407-665-1620 for more info.
Food Truck Thursday,
Thursday, Nov. 21, 5 to 9 p.m., 299 Center Lake Drive, Oviedo. Food trucks and yoga.
Line Dancing Lessons
Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:30 p.m., DeBary Hall, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. $3/class. Line dancing is a great way to exercise your mind and body. Join DeBary Hall staff for a fun evening full of learning beginner line dances to various music genres. This program is recommended for adults.
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.
Guided Bicycle Tour of Green Springs Park
Friday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m., DeBary Hall, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. Join DeBary Hall historians Tracy Mestre and Lisa Perez along with Environmental Specialist Holly Giles for a 15-mile bike ride from Green Springs to Guise Road. The tour begins with the history of Green Springs, the native plants of the area, and how the springs are affected by our water quality. There will be stops along the way with one restroom break at the Osteen Civic Center. Come for the whole tour or as far as you want to ride. Children and teens ages 12 and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult. All participants should bring a helmet and water. Sunscreen is recommended. Reservations required; call 386-668-3840.
St. Luke’s Concert
Friday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m., The St. Luke's Concert series welcomes the UCF Symphony Orchestra and their event “Music for Friends” featuring Mozart's clarinet concerto and Elgar's "Enigma." All concerts are free and seating is open. To watch online or for details call 407-365-3408 or visit sllcs.org/concert-series
World Market
Saturday, Nov. 23, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., 299 Center Lake Drive, Oviedo. Items from around the globe.
Day of the Deviants
Saturday, November 23, 8 to 10 p.m., Live Music in the Alley and Taproom will feature a Halloween Art Show. Day of the Deviants celebrating an evening of Metal, Beer & Art.
Sofa ’N Suds
Sunday, Nov. 24, West End Trading Compan, Palmetto Avenue and Sanford Avenue in Sanford. A day of beer and sofa races.
Seminole Audubon Meeting
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2 p.m., IFAS Extension Education Building, 250 W. County Home Road, Sanford. Monthly meeting of the Seminole Audubon Society with Shawnlei Breeding, Audubon EagleWatch Program Manager, sharing her extensive knowledge of Eagles, a species that has come back from near extinction. She will provide fun facts about Eagles and their life cycle in Florida. Shawnlei trains volunteers to monitor Bald Eagle nests in Florida. Volunteers collect data on nesting activity from October to May. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, www.seminoleaudubon.org
