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. Museum 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. Free. 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.
Genealogy Club
Sunday, Jan. 26, 2 p.m., North Branch Library, 150 N. Palmetto Avenue, Sanford. Learn about genealogy, from our experts & each other, in collaboration with the Sanford Genealogy Club. All experience levels welcome. Registration only required if attending through Microsoft Teams. Virtual link provided at registration & emailed one day before event. Library card required to register. Free. For adults & teens ages 15+. In-person and on Microsoft Teams. Call 407-665-1620.
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
Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
Monday, February 10, 8 a.m. to Friday, March 7, 5 p.m. registration begins. Embrace Arbor Day by planting a tree. Winter Springs residents can register online to receive a complimentary tree delivered to their home just in time for the Arbor Day celebration. Limit one tree/ household.
Central Florida Spokes Luncheon
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 11 a.m., Heathrow Country Club. February luncheon $32. Entertainment will be provided by the talented Shawn Garvey singing songs of Gordon Lightfoot, Harry Chapin & Jim Croce. RSVP to [email protected]
Sanford Mardi Gras
Saturday, Feb. 15, West End Trading Company, Sanford Avenue, 3:30 pm parade ‘Sashay’ on Sanford Avenue. Mardi Gras street festival with a variety of food, drink & merchandise vendors.
Movie in the Park
Friday, March 7, (movie begins at sunset), Torcaso Park,Winter Springs. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a family movie in the park.
Are you a victim of Domestic Violence?
Seminole County Victims’ Rights confidential support groups. Call 407-330-3933.
One-on-Ones
Having tech trouble? Make an appointment at the Information Desk or call the library at 407-665-1620 for an hour-long help session. We can help with creating an email account, downloading eBooks & audiobooks, making a resume, figuring out social media and more. Free. For adults. Registration required.
