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.
Monthly Meeting of Seminole Audubon Society
Sunday, Jan. 12, 2 p.m., IFAS Extension Education Building, 250 W. County Home Road, Sanford. River Ambassador, Ashley Konon will explain what it means for the Wekiva River to be designated by the US Congress as A National Wild and Scenic River, for river conservation & recreational opportunities like birding on kayaks. Ashley will explain what agencies are involved in the management of the river. She will also describe another project, the Dragonfly Mercury Project. For more info contact www.seminoleaudubon.org
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.
Rick Cronin to speak at SCHS Meeting
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m., Rick Cronin, a noted author on topics related to Florida history, will give a presentation at the 1st Quarterly Meeting of 2025 of the Seminole County Historical Society. Cronin will be speaking about his newly published book entitled "Altamonte: A History of Altamonte Springs." The book talk will be followed by a brief Q&A from the audience.Light refreshments served. Free. For more info call 407-665-2489 or visit http://www.seminolecountyhistoricalsociety.com/
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.
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.
Newcomers Luncheon
Thursday, Feb. 20, 11:30 a.m., Heathrow Country Club, Lake Mary. Luncheon will feature Kevin King's Comedy Magic Show. King, founder of King Magic & Entertainment, LLC, performs strolling & sleight-of-hand magic tricks in a fun-filled & interactive format. Highly acclaimed for his performances at theme parks, corporate events, trade shows & cruise ships, King is also known for his unique comedic style & engaging personality. $30. but re allowed. For more info call 407-256-3592.
