Wekiva Island's Winter Wonderland
To Dec. 25! Soak in a true Florida holiday season riverside with thousands of beautiful lights, nightly "snow" flurries, "sleigh" rides on the river and dozens of special events. Don't miss Santa's Workshop, which will be brimming with Christmas spirit and ready for you to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Mark your calendar for the extremely popular Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 8 and 15! Admission to Wekiva Island is $5. Some events require separate tickets. More information at wekivaisland.com
Central Florida Soap Box Derby’s Holiday Derby Rally
Saturday & Sunday, December 28 & 29, 8:30 a.m., Mike Kirby Park, Sanford. Rev up your excitement for the Central Florida Soap Box Derby Holiday Rally. Ride out 2024 with one double and one single elimination race each day. Gear up now and register for an unforgettable weekend.
Winter Break Eco Camp
Dec. 30 to 31 & Jan. 2 to 3 (No camp on Jan 1. holiday), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Ed & Imogene Yarborough Nature Center in Geneva. Only a few spots left! Campers will have fun hiking, setting live traps, fishing, handling animals in the Nature Center, arts & crafts and many other fun activities! Ages 7-12. Scholarships available. $132. (extended day available 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for $15/wk). Pre-registration required: www.recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov or for questions call 407-665-2211.
First Fridays with Florida First Detector
Friday, Jan. 3, 12 to 2 p.m., Online. Cost: free. Jan. topic is “Invasive Caterpillars on Vegetables.” In this monthly lunch and learn Zoom webinar workshop, on a topic related to invasive species in Florida. An invasive species is a non-native species causing harm like economic losses, environmental damage, or human/animal health hazards. The webinars are open to everyone and applicable to professionals and residents alike! Pre-Registration Required: https://www.facebook.com/UFIFASSeminoleCo or http://seminolextension.eventbrite.comation.seminolecountyfl.gov. Questions? Call 407-665-2211.
Living a Life of Gratitude
Monday, January 6, 6 to 7 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Having a mindset of gratitude is associated with a multitude of mental & physical health benefits. Learn how you can experience a lifestyle of gratitude & see change not only in yourself but those around you for the better. Free. For adults. Call 407-665-1620.
Novels at Night Book Club
Wednesday, January 8, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Lively, in-depth discussion of None of This Is True. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk for check out. Free. For adults. Call 407-665-1620 for more info.
Museum of Geneva
History
Sundays, Jan. 12 & 26, 2 to 4 p.m., 165 1st St., Geneva. Free, but donations appreciated. The Museum of Geneva History offers it’s newest display, “Challenging Times Are Nothing New” which tells about the freeze of 1894-95, the Spanish Flu, the Polio Epidemic & the present Covid Pandemic. Two large rooms full of such things as local archaeological finds, pioneer crafts, family records, Civil War info & a violano that plays. Learn about the story of Geneva & the Lincoln Conspiracy. Listen to an Edison Phonograph. Buy T-shirts, caps, prints & history books.
Flying Needles
Wednesdays, 5 to 7:30 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Free. For adults & Teens 15+. Flying Needles offers you a place to knit, crochet, or do other needlework. Bring your own project, share tips & techniques, & learn from each other. Call 407-665-1620.
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.
Get Hook’d on Lake
Monroe Fishing Tournament & Seafood Festival
Saturday, Jan. 18, 12 to 7 p.m., West End Trading Company, Sanford Avenue. Public fishing will be at Lake Carola in Ft. Mellon Park, for a fishing rodeo for children. Fishing instruction and prizes will be awarded.
47th Annual Central Florida Scottish Highland Games
Saturday & Sunday, Jan 18 & 19, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Central Winds Park, Winter Springs. Join the games, enjoy Scottish food, heritage, dancing and athletics. For more information visit www.flascot.com
Guitar Club
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 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.
Meditation for a Happier You
Saturday, Jan. 25, 2 to 3 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford. Can meditation make you happier, healthier & smarter? Research supports meditation's effects on our physical, emotional, mental & spiritual well-being. Learn a simple meditation technique presented by long-time meditator and research, Dr. Mark Young, Professor of Counseling Education at the University of Central Florida. Free. For adults. Call 407-665-1620 for more info.
Genealogy Club
Sunday, Jan. 26, 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.
26th Annual Father Daughter Dance
Friday & Saturday, February 7 & 8, 6 to 8 p.m., Winter Springs Senior Center. Registration opens Monday, Jan. 13 at 8 a.m. Join the annual Father Daughter Dance. Enjoy a fun-filled night of dancing, music, a live DJ, a free photo, refreshments and prizes. Register at https://www.winterspringsfl.org/community/page/26th-annual-father-daughter-dance
