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R E D C A R P E T R E L E A S E PA R T Y HISTORIC SANFORD WELCOME CENTER 03.29.2016

My Sanford Magazine has been recognized as the Official Seat-Back Publication for National Airlines. The Red Carpet Release Party celebrated the newfound partnership between National Airlines and My Sanford Magazine. Promoting tourism throughout the region as well as inviting people to visit the community of Sanford was the goal announced by both parties. Notable speakers of the night included Ed Davidson (President of National Airlines), Norton Bonaparte (Sanford City Manager), and Frank Hale (President of the Chamber of Commerce). My Sanford Magazine has been described as a positive community resource that features the best of what Sanford has to offer. A big thank you goes to Corner Cafe and Chef Michael for excellent catering.

1 Benny Crosby, Gary & Merri Scott 2 Bod Dallari (Seminole County Commissioner), Linda Hollerbach 3 Derrick Andre Daniels, Jose Rodriguez, Chef Michael, Claudia Mundlos, Kelli Russell-Daniels 4 Ed Davidson (President of National Airlines), Perla B. Crosby (MSM Editor & Publisher) 5 Ed Davidson 6 Michael O'Brien, Jody Hill, Jolene Hale, Frank Hale (President of the GSR Chamber of Commerce) 7 Dave Chrystan, Lisa Holder, Kim Towers, Faith Sheen, Mark McCarty 8 Wayne & Cheryl Deming 9 Barry Cotton 10 Perla B. Crosby & Norton Bonaparte (Sanford City Manager) 11 Theo & Linda Hollerbach 12 Diane & Wyatt Reely 12 Ed Davidson, Rhonda Jorn (Director of Marketing at Orlando Sanford International Airport) MY SAN FOR D MAGA ZI N E | SAN FOR D H I STOR IC DI STR ICT • 2

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WELCOME TO THE SHINING CITY OF SANFORD. As city employees we strive to provide excellent customer service to our residents and visitors, allowing you to have an exceptional Sanford experience. Inside City Hall you will find staff hard at work for several departments such as, Finance, Human Resources, Community Improvement, Economic Development, Planning, and Building, just to name a few. Day in and day out there are many who work diligently behind the scenes to upkeep the 23 square miles of Sanford through our Utility and Public Works Departments, Firefighters, EMT's Paramedics and Police Officers help keep all of us safe every day. The Recreation Department staff enjoy providing all the awesome events in Sanford. We care for Sanford and want to deliver to you the best services and programs that will allow you to enjoy the beauty of this great City, both now and in the future. From our City family to yours, we wish you a sensational Sanford day!

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Welcome to the summer 2016 issue. This issue is an exclusive edition as I proudly reveal the winners for our very first Best of Sanford Awards. Congratulations to the winners! Thank you for making such a tremendous impact in our community. This issue is also significant because it focuses on Summertime, a time of year that is loved by many in Central Florida, especially for our Sanford visitors and residents. Whether you plan on spending your summer enjoying free outdoor sites, trying some of the tastiest cuisines in local restaurants, or letting loose and experiencing nightlife bars, My Sanford Magazine gives you details about the best options to explore in our wonderful city of Sanford. Our calendar of events provides dates and times of local activities to surely keep you busy as you plan your best summer yet! Consider My Sanford Magazine your invitation to the season. Let the fun begin!

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EDITORA Bienvenidos a esta edición verano 2016. Es con mucho orgullo que anunciamos a los ganadores de nuestro primer Best of Sanford Reader's Awards! Felicitamos a las empresas ganadoras por crear un fuerte impulso económico en nuestra comunidad. El verano es una epoca emocionante para los residentes y visitantes de Sanford. Ya sea que estés pensando pasar el verano disfrutando de lugares al aire libre, probar algunas de las deliciosas comidas en los restaurantes locales, o dejarte llevar por la experiencia nocturna de los bares, nuestra revista te provee los detalles sobre las mejores opciones que puede explorar en nuestra ciudad. En nuestro calendario de eventos encontrará las fechas y hora de actividades locales con el cual seguramente se mantendrá ocupado mientras planifica su mejor verano.

Considere a My Sanford Magazine como una invitación a esta temporada del año. iQue empiece la diversión!

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THE HISTORIC

SANFORD W ELCO M E C EN T ER C R E A T E D

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M ARGIE CHUSMIR

“It’s hard to believe it’s been ten years since we opened the Center.

I am certain over the past ten years, all of the volunteers and staff who have contributed to the Welcome Center have made a huge impact on Sanford.”

MARGARET MEAD IS QUOTED AS SAYING, “NEVER FORGET THAT A SMALL GROUP OF THOUGHTFUL, COMMITTED CITIZENS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD; INDEED, IT’S THE ONLY THING THAT EVER HAS." In October 2005, two community residents, Margie Chusmir and Kim House approached the City Commission with the idea of turning the former Post Office into a Welcome Center for the city. What resulted was a public-private partnership between the City and the Historic Sanford Welcome Center. The City provided the building, utilities and start up funding for part-time staff.

The Welcome Center agreed to incorporate as a non for profit to serve as ambassadors to downtown Sanford. They also agreed to take over the operation of the monthly “Alive After 5” event the City had launched after the redevelopment of First Street.

Volunteers joined forces with the Welcome Center and the founding board of directors fell into place: Steve Richards, President; Kim House, Vice President; Kathy Anderson, Treasurer and Margie Chusmir, Secretary. The Center opened its doors in May, 2006. Today, the Welcome Center greets thousands of guests all year long.

The Welcome Center serves as a tourism bureau for Sanford, greeting over 20,000 guests per year. For over 10 years, Rose Harkey has been

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donating her time to billing and banking for the Welcome Center events and daily operations. Once a month, Karen Casey hangs the art for the monthly Art Walk and Marilyn Maples seeks out local musicians to play at the event.

A crew of 25 plus is the key to the success of the Welcome Center’s monthly Alive After 5 street party. Event Planner, DeAnne Maples manages the event and the volunteers work their magic. The Welcome Center’s Board of Directors are also volunteers. Brian Casey, President, oversees the staff and chairs the Arts Committee; Len Surdin, Vice-President, manages Alive After 5; Secretary, Sherrie Wysong recruits volunteers; Treasurer, Wayne Deming oversees finances and three new Board members Josh Dane, Lisa Holder and Perla B. Crosby. Margie Chusmir serves in the role of Founder.

Thank you to all the volunteers for working so hard toward the continuing growth and success of both the Welcome Center & AA5.

If you live in or are visiting Sanford, please make the Welcome Center your first stop. We are waiting for you to get to know and enjoy our wonderful historic town. email us at: E D I T O R @ M Y S A N F O R D M A G A Z I N E . C O M .

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The AA5 event funds the Welcome Center’s Dave Asson (Volunteer), Linda Delaune (Volunteer) , Margie Chusmir (Founder) , Cheryl Deming (Volunteer), Len Surdin (Vice President Board Directors), Claudia Webber (Volunteer), Perla B. Crosby (Member Board of Directors), Wayne Deming Treasurer Board Directors, Sarabecca Rosier (Volunteer), Jackson & Christian Wysong, John Delaune (Volunteer), Sherrie Wysong (Secretary Board of Directors), Bonnie Akard (Volunteer), DeAnne Maples (AA5 Event Planner & Welcome Center Manager), Mark McCarty (Volunteer), Tom Abbott (Staff).

Joyce Qualls with visitors

Brian Casey (President Board of Directors)

DeAnne Maples (AA5 Event Planner & Welcome Center Manager), Rose Harkey (Volunteer), Jane Miller (Volunteer), Mark McCarty (Volunteer), Tom Abbott (Staff), Claudia Webber (Volunteer)

EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

5:00–8:00 p.m.

Central Florida’s largest free recurring street party with live music, local artists, food, and craft beers in beautiful downtown Sanford.

The AA5 event funds the Welcome Center’s daily operations including part-time staff. If you’re in over the weekend, you’ll meet Joyce Qualls, who has been with the Center over 9 years. She’s a history buff and knows a whole lot about Sanford. Weekdays, DeAnne Maples (AA5 event planner) and Tom Abbot (local artist) greet guests and oversee the day to day activities.

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6:00– 9:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave A juried art show in the Historic Sanford Welcome Center and a walking tour of Sanford’s various art venues.Multiple venues in Sanford’s downtown historic district will host the Sanford Art Walk, showcasing local talent along with opportunities to meet visiting artists. Enjoy live music & lots of art!

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ations including part-time staff. If you’re in over the weekend, you’ll meet Joyce Qualls, who has been with the Center over 9

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“Things have certainly changed in Sanford & the city is ready for you to come explore!”

Christine Dalton, works as the Historic Preservation Officer and Community Planner for the City of Sanford. Christine is passionate about historic places. She teaches Historic Preservation at her Alma Mater, Rollins College. Her interests include all things historic, sailing, teaching, mentoring, and the arts.

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CHRISTINE DALTON

IN THE YEARS FOLLOWING WORLD WAR II and the late 1990’s, the business district of Sanford Avenue was significantly altered in the name of “progress.” The changes favored the automobile and paid little attention to the pedestrian. An award winning $2.5M streetscape was completed in early 2015. Improvements included brick streets, wide sidewalks, lush landscaping, streetlights, and infrastructure upgrades. Sanford Avenue’s unique sense of place and charm is highlighted by heritage markers between 1st Street and 6th Street, as well as an interpretive seating area in the Gateway Park. The gateway feature anchoring the 6th Street end of the project was designed to pay homage to the historic churches that played a pivotal role in shaping Georgetown’s history. Things have certainly changed in Sanford and the city is ready for you to come explore!

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e’s a history buff and knows a whole lot about Sanford. Weekdays, DeAnne Maples (AA5 event planner) and Tom Abbot (loca

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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AMTRAK, LAKE MARY SHUTTLE PROVIDES DAILY TRANSPORTATION FOR PASSENGERS from the Amtrak Auto Train Station on Persimmon Avenue bringing passengers to Downtown Sanford’s Historic Welcome Center on First Street. Thanks to funding from the Sanford Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), the shuttle is free of charge and runs daily from the Amtrak Auto Train Station to Downtown Sanford every 20 minutes from 12 PM to 2 PM with return trips until 2:40 PM. With the arrival of Central Florida’s first commuter rail system “SunRail,” the city had an urgent need for transportation services for commuters entering the City of Sanford via the SunRail. The Lake Mary Shuttle Service is now providing roundtrip transportation service to commuters weekdays between 10AM until 3PM coinciding with the SunRail’s operating schedule. Since its inception, the program has continued to prove itself as a great investment in getting new visitors to the downtown area.

Shuttle Service is also provided to Sanford’s Alive After 5 Street Party.

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GREG PIECORA OW NE R O F WO P ' S H O P S

SANFORD'S FIRST MICRO-BREWERY

CRYSTAL WALL ACE

“The art of brewing beer gives me a creative outlet and allows me the opportunity to meet others that enjoy the art of craft beer.”

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“Sanford has plenty of local handcrafted beers to please all beer lovers & is becoming a new place to enjoy handcrafted beer.”

Wop’s Hops Brewing Company & Kitchen WOPSHOPSBREWING. COM 419 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771 407.8 7 8.7 819

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GREG PIECORA STARTED AT HOME BREWING BEER IN 2008 and there he shared his home brew with his friends and gave it away at charity events, parties and special events.

“THE BOKEY” Smoked Ale, English Pub Style ESB, Honey Nut Brown, Honey Oatmeal Stout, Morning Wood, Ode to Joy, Root Beer Beer, The Dirty Griffin & others.

In 2014, Greg and his business partner, Peter Minelga, opened the very first micro-brewery establishment in Sanford. Wop's Hops is located on the renovated Sanford Avenue in Historic Downtown Sanford in the landmark Stokes Fish Market building.

Wop's Hops opened their Kitchen in May 2016 which is conveniently located next door to the Brewery, where they are serving delicious gourmet sandwiches, vegetarian flat bread pizzas and hot veggie pressed sandwiches, as well as savory chips & snacks. Come enjoy their craft ales, wines and sodas in their tasting room and dog-friendly beer garden.

Greg, a former law enforcement retired as an US Navy, has a passion for a good beer. His truly inspired beer varieties include:

"Before opening the brewery we were contacted by RIP Ghost Hunters. They requested permission to come into the building to see if it was haunted. After a five hour investigation it was determined that we have 5 spirits living in and around the building and property. We haven’t seen any ghosts materialize, however the light in the hallway leading to the bathroom keeps burning out without any logical reason." —Greg Piecora

We are pleased to announce the winners for the first Best of Sanford Awards. Congratulations to all the winners for their amazing contributions to our community—you are all such important features of Sanford’s charming personality.

RESTAURANTS/BARS BEST NEW RESTAURANT BEST SUNDAY BRUNCH BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT BEST FOOD TRUCK BEST BURGER BEST BBQ RESTAURANT BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT BEST CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT BEST CHEF IN DOWNTOWN BEST CHEF IN SANFORD BEST CASUAL DINING BEST SALADS RESTAURANT BEST BAKERY BEST BUFFET OVERALL BEST RESTAURANT SERVICE BEST FINE DINING

The Smiling Bison Christo's El Paso Mexican Grill Monsta Lobsta Candlelight Café & Catering Sonny's BBQ Chianti's Pizza & Pasta Negril Spice Cuisine Michael O'Brien Patrick Story Celery City Craft Taste of Thyme Cafe Magnolia Square Market Ichigo Ichie Buffet Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café The Corner Cafe—Home of Gourmet2Go

BEST SEAFOOD RESTAURANT BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT BEST PIZZA IN TOWN BEST ICE CREAM BEST WING RESTAURANT BEST FRIED CHICKEN IN TOWN BEST FRIED SEAFOOD IN TOWN BEST STEAK RESTAURANT BEST GREEK RESTAURANT BEST GERMAN RESTAURANT BEST SUSHI RESTAURANT BEST PET-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT BEST AMBIANCE RESTAURANT BEST VIEW RESTAURANT BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT BEST SPORTS BAR BEST DATE-NIGHT PLACE BEST FAST FOOD RESTAURANT BEST SANDWICH SHOP BEST CANDY STORE BEST OF THE BEST RESTAURANT

Joe's Crab Shack Colonial Room Restaurant Riverwalk Pizzeria Dairy Queen The WingHouse of Sanford Angel's Soulfood & Barbeque St. Johns River Steak & Seafood Cattle Ranch Zorba’s Restaurant Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café Yabi Sushi Caffe Di Riverwalk The Breezeway Restaurant & Bar Wolfy’s Waterfront Bar & Grill Great Wall Miller's Ale House Restaurant Buster’s Bistro PDQ Sanford Laspada's Park Avenue Popcorn Shoppe Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café

BEST LOCAL BEER BEST NEW BAR BEST BARTENDER IN SANFORD BEST BARTENDER IN DOWNTOWN BEST DRINK IN TOWN BEST HAPPY HOUR BEST COCKTAIL BAR

Wop’s Hops Brewing Company Buster's Bistro Percy JP Buster Cory Klaus Gin Blossom at Imperial Bar West End Trading Co. The Imperial at Washburn Imports

HOTEL-ACCOMMODATION BEST ACCOMMODATION (HOTEL) BEST ACCOMMODATION (BED & BREAKFAST)

Springhill Suites Higgins House Bed & Breakfast

COMMUNITY BEST VOLUNTEER BEST DOWNTOWN HOME FRONT PORCH BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

Judy Sarullo Kristen Broadway Reg Garner

BEST ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center BEST FESTIVAL (EVENT) BEST SANFORD CHARACTER

Alive After Five Paul Williams

HEALTH, BEAUTY & FITNESS BEST CHIROPRACTOR BEST MEDICAL CLINIC/HOSPITAL BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST BEST DENTAL PRACTICE BEST BEAUTY SALON BEST GYM / FITNESS

Rivera Family Chiropractic Central Florida Regional Hospital Teresa Russell at Antidote Apothecary Jane Russo Randall C. Brown Scissori Salon Seminole CrossFit

BEST PLACE TO SHOP BEST ART GALLERY BEST ANTIQUE SHOP BEST WOMEN’S APPAREL BEST FARMER’S MARKET BEST FURNITURE STORE BEST GIFT SHOPS BEST FINE JEWELRY

Jeanine Taylor Folk Art Park & 2nd Antiques Camy Couture Boutique Sanford Farmer's Market Hudson’s Furniture Boxelder William Howard's Jewelers

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NIGHTLIFE AROU N D TH E OLD TOWN CL AUDIA MUNDLOS

Sanford, Florida has something for everyone with an especially diverse and fun nightlife, from line dancing to biker bars. Here are just a few of the many offerings in this vibrant Central Florida town.

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THE BARN

This is the place where friends come after a hard day at work and relax with a game of poker and enjoy happy hour in a mellow, laid back environment with trendy techno and deep house music.

This Country Western establishment is one of the best in Florida for Country music and country-style dancing. If you like line dancing and great company, this is the place to be. There are special nights such as Bikes Night and of course Ladies Night.

The Barn even offers dance lessons. And, if you’re a celebrity watcher, Blake Shelton has played at The Barn.

PUB & LOUNGE

THE ALLEY

JAZZ & BLUES, EVENTS, DINING Anyone for Blues jams? The Alley is the place to be, with bands every Friday night, an All-Star Jam on Thursdays, and locally great talent including Selwyn Birchwood and Mud Rooster. Conveniently located in downtown Sanford, The Alley is the place to listen to the Blues and best of all, they now have a BBQ restaurant called Fuel!

This dining experience must be enjoyed at least once.

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BUSTER’S BISTRO BELGIAN PUB

Buster’s is the place to be for Belgian Beer and Frites - a treat that originated in Belgium, made from russet potatoes that are double fried. This extraordinary pub also hosts dinners paired with beer and donates the proceeds to charity.

Furthermore you will find some of the best entertainment in town on Friday nights, including their popular in-house band “Delirium.” Buster’s Bistro also hosts the Monthly Petanque Tournament every third Sunday of the month. Don’t miss it!

Buster’s Bistro is home to Wild Tangy Funky. You must try their sour beers and enjoy the fenced in beer garden!

CELERY CITY CRAFT WINE, JAZZ & BLUES

Celery City hosts events almost every day of the week, delivers soup and sandwiches to your table, and sells the tastiest craft beer and wine in Central Florida. Participate in one of their shuffleboard tournaments or simply enjoy drinks on the beautiful wooden deck in the back. At Celery City you will feel right at home!

CHEERS SANFORD SPORTS BAR & GRILL

This sports bar offers great drink specials and a laid back atmosphere with weekly live music!

ELLEN’S WINE ROOM WINE, JAZZ & BLUES

A cozy little wine bar, Ellen’s Wine Room serves fantastic wines for any taste and tops it off with mellow Jazz and Blues music. Sit at the bar or on the patio at this casual place and enjoy the atmosphere with the owner, Ellen, who loves to regale visitors with her travel stories, along with a glass of fine wine or exceptional beer, imported from around the world. Ellen’s Wine Room also hosts weekly wine pairing dinners.

THE IMPERIAL AT WASHBURN IMPORTS WINE & COCKTAIL BAR

An elegant wine bar featuring oak-aged beer, red and white wine, and the best craft cocktails around. This bar, full of character, is paired with an importing company, hence the name The Imperial (the bar) at Washburn Imports (the store). Stop by to check out some exotic items.

LITTLE FISH, HUGE POND BAR, MUSIC VENUE

For a truly unique experience, try this quirky Irish American urban pub in the heart of Sanford. They are dedicated to new talent, whether it’s musicians, writers, artists, or actors. This awesome little bar has nights dedicated to comedy, pop/rock, local talent, and a variety of cultural cuisines. This experience is one of a kind.

OTTERS ON THE RIVER BAR

What makes Otters on the River so unique is its patio: enjoy a pool to cool off on warm summer nights. The inside of this bar located at the Port of Sanford was recently renovated and they offer a

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full bar with interesting drinks. To make you laugh out loud, Otters also hosts Bonkerz Comedy Club on weekends!

PURPLE GRAPE WINE BAR

As they approach their two-year anniversary, The Purple Grape is carving a reputation in downtown Sanford as a place to sit back, relax, and enjoy a great glass of wine while listening to smooth and mellow jazz tunes.

WET SPOT BAR NIGHTLIFE

This is a nice place for hanging out with buddies and enjoying cheap drinks.

With pool tables and karaoke, live music and DJs, there’s always something happening. Try it out, and take note of the amazing beach and ocean artwork that covers the walls.

WOLFY’S LAKEFRONT BAR AND GRILL BAR, MUSIC

ROCKIN’ RHONDAS KARAOKE

As they say at Rockin’ Rhonda’s, “It’s all about the Music.” This great Sanford bar offers specialty nights for every holiday of the year and virtually every weekend night. Karaoke is often an option for you to experience!

WEST END TRADING COMPANY

As the name says, Wolfy’s is on the lakefront, and it’s a beautiful venue for happy hour, great music and tasty American food. They claim to have the best view of the sunset in Central Florida, and by all means, they’re absolutely right. The sunset from Wolfy’s is not to be missed.

WOP’S HOPS BREWERY, BAR

BAR, MUSIC VENUE

With events like “Well Deserved Wednesdays Trivia” or “Back in the Day Thursdays,” this unique bar is bound to please just about everyone. Craft beer is on tap, bottled, canned, and blends perfectly with the finger food menu. The West End is also an amazing concert venue and hosts hundreds of live bands every year.

Last but not least, everyone should know about Wop’s Hops Brewing Company, Sanford’s very first brewery. Here you can sample the latest brews while enjoying a simple menu and occasional live music.

The fenced in beer garden is especially charming and the perfect spot to bring along your four legged friends!

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JEFF SONSKEN A RT IS T O F PA IN T T HE T R A IL PERL A B. CROSBY Q. Our community loves your contribution to the city, can you tell us about your connection with Sanford?

A. I was asked by Brian Casey and Marilyn Maples from the Welcome Center to participate in Art in Public Places. This was something they thought of and were going to showcase different artists every other month in the courtyard. I was the first person they asked to participate.

After a couple of months I contacted Brian and asked if they wanted the art removed. He said they haven't figured out who's next. I asked if I could swap out the art so it doesn't get stale. He agreed. I repeated this process every couple of months. After 6 to 8 months of doing this, I stopped asking and just swapped out the art thinking they would notify me when they wanted the art to come down. It's been maybe two be two and a half years of me doing this now. It's like the art has become a part of Sanford now. I don't get paid or reimbursed for it but the people there like it so I'll keep doing it. That's how I became acquainted with Sanford and the people there. The more I hung out in Sanford, the more I enjoyed it.

Q. Paint the Trail is a great name—how did you come up with it?

A. I created a Facebook page one day. The first question I asked myself was " What's the name of my page?”—I hadn't thought about that at all. I decided on the name “Paint the Trail.” I figured I could come up with something better later on. I didn't realize I wouldn't be able to change the name. The name stuck.

WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT PAINTING? WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON?

“I'm always painting. There is hardly a day that goes by where I don't paint. It's like eating or breathing. I can hardly function if I don't do it. I've become obsessed. It's an addiction. I cannot stop.”

Q. What does being Seminole County's 2013 Artist of the Year mean to you?

A. I'm not sure what it really means. Art is something subjective.

Everyone has a different taste. The different styles of art are endless.

There are so many great artists and artwork out there. The Artist of the Year Award? Yea, it was nice to receive.

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Sanford is fast becoming recognized as the historically preserved jewel in Central Florida’s crown. Coming from Orlando/Winter Park/Maitland/ via Sun Rail, and escaping the traffic and congestion of I-4, you can, within minutes, find yourself in an oasis of leisurely paced, historically preserved buildings & shops amid brick lined streets, lovely riverboat waterfronts, fine farm to table dining establishments, and the very best in sweet shoppe fare.

COME TO SANFORD FOR DESSERT! New to Sanford, Mattie’s Delectable Desserts (110 Park Avenue).

Mattie's is known for her signature Cup Cakes and desserts, like the best butter pecan cake I’ve ever tasted, or her fresh-from-the-oven cinnamon rolls. She also offers the best in seafood lunch fare.

Try her Sanford Seafood Chowder or the Smoked Salmon and Avocado Sandwich on her freshly baked gluten free bread. All ingredients are locally farmed and 90% organic. Don’t miss this new addition to Sanford’s best.

Also new to Sanford is the charming European-style Dreamy Cakes (114 W. Second St). Angel, a French-trained pastry chef, invites us into her enchanting dollhouse bakery. Draw on chalkboard tables while you order her locally farmed fare & sip on locally harvested French Press Lineage coffee. Macaroons, filled cupcakes, gourmet toppings and cake pops are all to die for.

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Angel’s custom cakes are masterpieces of artistry & taste not seen anywhere else this side of Paris.

Take a step back in time and stop in to see Hattie at Park Avenue Popcorn (108 S. Park Avenue). It’s a charming old-fashioned candy shop that smells so good you don’t want to leave. Hattie buys local and uses real butter which makes all the difference in taste. A wide array of flavors is offered including lemon, cheddar and caramel apple. Her Caramel Cotties are bestsellers and her ice cream is the real deal. Don’t forget to browse the candy bins before you leave. Pixie sticks and neccos—who can resist?

Wondermade (214 E. First St.) offers the best marshmallows. Their window slogan “Love & Marshmallows” explains itself when you bite into the soft, delicate flavor of everyone’s favorite fluffy treat. Bourbon mallows are a best seller. S’mores, fireball snd mimosa are original flavors complemented by best brew coffee. Try a new homemade delicious ice cream flavor.

Old reliables—like Sal’s Italian Ice and Dairy Queen—keep Sanford’s feel of tradition.

Each combines the traditional and the new.

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At Dairy Queen (2523 Park Dr.) the same delicious cones of past days are now complemented by new treats like watermelon or strawberry smoothies—made with real fruit juice.

Maria Madsen is a freelance writer & former associate editor of Women's Sports & Fitness Magazine. She has a bachelors from Rollins College and an RN degree from Gulf Coast State College.

Sal’s Italian Ice (2521 French Ave.) offers more than its name suggests. Alongside those icy favorites are ice cream with astounding toppings and dreamy gelato. The Italian Ice is homemade every day from real fruit purees. There are 16 flavors available daily from over 30 flavors. Sal’s also has six hand-dipped flavors, as well as soft serve ice cream. There is also a sugar free option for those who want it. Sal and Nancy love dogs, so Sal’s offers a free doggie sundae when pooches bring their people.

What sweet wonders Sanford has to offer! Writing about them has me ready to go back for more and gives me ideas of where I’m going for special gifts.

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AN ISLAND THAT PROMISES LUSCIOUS BEACHES, allows you to explore its underwater world and keeps you cool year round with its tropical climate while sipping on world-famous rum seems like quite the dream holiday. Add to this a rainforest with waterfalls, freshwater lakes, nature trails, adventure sports, and a vibrant nightlife and you have the exotic Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico.

ESTA ES UNA ISLA QUE PROMETE DELICIOSAS PLAYAS, le permite explorar su mundo submarino y le mantiene fresco durante todo el año con su clima tropical. Mientras se disfruta de su ron conocido mundialmente, las vacaciones pueden parecer todo un mundo lleno de ensueños. Añada a esto una selva tropical con cascadas, lagos de agua dulce, senderos en medio de la naturaleza, deportes de aventura y una vibrante vida nocturna y tendrá a sus pies a la exótica isla caribeña de Puerto Rico.

A short flight from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) in Florida will get you to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport on the island in just a few hours. It is close to the capital city, San Juan, which is the largest and most popular city in Puerto Rico.

The official language is Spanish but English is also spoken everywhere. Isla Verde in San Juan is the pulse of the city, known for its beach bars, nightclubs and casinos while Old San Juan is like a time capsule preserved for visitors to take delight in.

Es un vuelo corto desde el Aeropuerto Internacional de Orlando Sanford (SFB) en la Florida hasta el Aeropuerto Internacional Luis Muñoz Marín de la isla. Está cerca de San Juan, la capital, que es la ciudad más grande y popular del pais. El idioma oficial es el español, pero el inglés también se habla en todas partes. En San Juan está Isla Verde que es el pulso de la ciudad, conocida por sus bares cerca de la playa, las discotecas y los casinos. Por otro lado, está el Viejo San Juan que es como una cápsula de tiempo conservada para el deleite de los visitantes.

You can spend hours in this old town visiting the forts and museums or plazas and fountains. You can hop on a free trolley-bus service that will take you around, join a cheese making workshop or go salsa dancing at night. If you’re lucky, you can even catch a cultural performance by the locals.

Usted puede pasar horas en esta antigua ciudad conociendo las fortalezas y los museos o las plazas y las fuentes de agua. Se puede subir al tranvíabus gratuito que le llevará por los alrededores, unirse a un taller de elaboración de queso, o irse a bailar salsa en la noche. Y si anda con buena suerte, hasta puede encontrarse con una presentación cultural ejecutada por los lugareños.

This former Spanish colony, now a United States territory, is just about big enough to satiate your appetite for fun in the sun as you venture to the tops of their mountains or to the depths of their seas. You can rent a car to explore the entire island at your own pace, as it is only about 100 miles long and 35 miles wide. Public transportation is available only in the main cities.

Esta antigua colonia española, que es ahora un territorio de los Estados Unidos, es lo suficientemente grande como para saciar su apetito en diversión bajo el sol mientras se aventura hacia las cimas de sus montañas o a las profundidades de sus mares. Usted puede alquilar un para explorar toda la isla a su propio ritmo, ya que solo tiene unas 100 millas de largo y 35 millas de ancho. El transporte público está disponible sólo en las ciudades principales.

A ferry ride will take you to the nearby islands of Culebra, known for their pristine beaches and Vieques, famous for their glowing waters. Bioluminescent bays can also be found near

Un viaje en ferry le llevará a las cercanas islas de Culebra, conocidas por sus playas vírgenes y por Vieques, famosas por el resplandor de sus aguas.

Tambien se pueden encontrar bahías bioluminiscentes cerca de la costa

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WHAT TO EAT | QUE COMER Lechón Roadside carts serving roastsuckling pig • Por los caminos y carreteras encontrará carritos que venden lechón asado

ESPECIFICACIONES DEL VIAJE DID YOU KNOW? | ¿SABÍA USTED? Toro Verde in Orocovis, located in the central area of the island, features one of the longest zip lines in the world called La Bestia.

Toro Verde en Orocovis, situado en la zona central de la isla, cuenta con una de las líneas de zip más largas del mundo llamada La Bestia.

Mofongo

A mixed meat dish with mashed plaintains • Una mezcla de puré de plátano con carne

Arroz con Gandules (Guandules)

Rice and green beans • Arroz mezclado con judías verdes

Pasteles

WHERE TO STAY | ALOJAMIENTO San Juan, Puerto Rico Old San Juan • El Viejo San Juan, Puerto Rico

MILES TO PUERTO RICO | DISTANCIA Sanford, FL is approximately 1194 miles from San Juan, Puerto Rico De Sanford, FL hasta San Juan, Puerto Rico hay aproximadamente 1,194 millas.

WHAT TO SEE | ATRACCIONES Fort El Morro • Fortaleza El Morro El Yunque Rain Forest • Selva Tropical El Yunque Bioluminescent Bays • Las Bahías Bioluminiscentes Old Coffee Plantations • Las antiguas Plantaciones de Café

TRAVEL TIME | DURACION A direct flight from Orlando Sanford International Airport to San Juan, Puerto Rico is a little under 3 hours.

Un vuelo directo desde el Aeropuerto Internacional de Orlando-Sanford hasta San Juan, Puerto Rico dura un poco menos de tres horas.

Meat wrapped in root vegetable dough • Carne envuelta en una masa de raíz vegetal

Tostones

Double fried banana • Plátano frito dos veces

Asopao

Savory soup usually made with chicken and rice • Una deliciosa sopa usualmente preparada con pollo y arroz

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the coast of Fajardo located on the northeast of the island; the tiny organisms in the water glow when they swim away from movement and are indeed a spectacular sight best visible on a new moon night.

Puerto Rico’s pride might just be the subtropical rainforests of ‘El Yunque’ spread over thick green mountains. This is the perfect setting to go hiking and catch a glimpse of the endangered Puerto Rican Parrot or meet the tiny Coquis which are the tree frogs of this region. You can also explore the limestone caves or waterfalls and freshwater lakes.

de Fajardo ubicada en el noreste de la isla; los diminutos organismos que viven en el agua destellan un hermoso resplandor mientras se alejan del movimiento en el agua y son, de hecho, una vista espectacular que se puede apreciar mucho mejor en noches de luna llena.

El orgullo de Puerto Rico bien podría ser los bosques subtropicales de 'El Yunque' esparcidos sobre el verdor de las montañas. Este es el escenario perfecto para emprender una caminata y disfrutar la común aparación de la cotorra puertorriqueña o de conocer al pequeñísimo Coquí que son las ranas que viven en los árboles de esta región. También puede explorar las cuevas de piedras calizas o las cascadas y lagos de agua dulce.

The beaches here are amongst the most beautiful in the world with abundant facilities. The waters offer a variety of adventure sports like surfing, sailing, kayaking, spearfishing, scuba diving and snorkeling. The best part about the Puerto Rican beaches is you can choose the busier ones or retreat to more secluded spots and enjoy the backdrop of white sand and turquoise blue waters. You can even go horseback riding on some of the beaches.

Estas playas son de las más bellas en el mundo con abundantes instalaciones.

Las aguas invitan a la aventura con su gran variedad de deportes acuáticos como el surf, el velero, el kayak, la pesca submarina, y el buceo en mar abierto o en aguas poco profundas cerca de la costa. La mejor parte sobre las playas de Puerto Rico es que usted puede elegir estar en las más ocupadas o recluirse en los lugares más aislados para disfrutar el inmenso telón de arena blanca y aguas azul turquesa. Hasta podría pasear por algunas de las playas montado a caballo.

The island’s diverse tropical terrain, traditional cuisine, old plantations and historical towns meet every traveler’s expectations, allowing you to indulge in an ‘island experience’ like no other.

La diversidad en el terreno tropical de la isla, su cocina tradicional, sus platanales antiguos, y sus pueblos históricos satisfacen todas las expectativas del viajero, regalándole una gratificante experiencia isleña como ninguna otra.

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Beautiful days with bright sunshine & crisp blue skies are the perfect backdrop to visit, enjoy and relax at one of the many public spaces the City of Sanford provides.

PARK SPACES ARE BUILT TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF ALL.

Parks offer an enhanced quality of life where our residents and visitors can enjoy their cherished free time with friends and family. Parks are gathering places where happy memories are made, children laugh and make friends with other children, and get physical exercise.

Parks are essential to a thriving community. Simply enjoying the outdoors and the delightfulness only an afternoon of fresh air can provide, a day at the park ultimately results in the whole family experiencing a healthy mind, body and soul.

The City’s Public Works Parks and Grounds Operations Division maintains over 260 acres of land to include 29

park sites and 2 trail systems. Several parks include amenities and pavilion facilities rentals.

The City’s premiere park is Ft Mellon Park located in the heart of downtown Sanford, 601 E. 1st St. In the next year this park will showcase a new amphitheater to be completed summer of 2017 that will offer the opportunity for many more arts and cultural events for the public to enjoy. The park currently boasts of Central Florida’s largest interactive water feature, called the “Splash Pad,” a large age appropriate playground, 8 pavilions, restroom facilities, walking trails and gorgeous scenic views of Sanford’s Riverwalk and Lake Monroe.

Other feature parks include the magnificent Veteran’s Memorial Park, 110 E. Seminole Blvd. This park’s exhilarating view, jutting out into Lake Monroe, lined with majestic palms, is sure to capture your attention. After visiting this park, you’ll be proud to be an American. It’s honor will allure you as you walk about the park learning of America’s veterans and military history. Commemorative bricks are available for purchase to recognize your loved service member/Veteran.

Sanford’s FREE Marina Day Slips are located adjacent to Veterans Memorial Park. Cruise in, dock your boat and walk along the Riverwalk and/or visit the Historic Downtown shops and restaurants. George Touhy Park located in Sanford’s residential historic district, 601 Elm Avenue, has an incredible tree canopy with bi-lingual interactive

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CULTURAL ACTIVITIES educational signs that teach about the park’s historic trees. Stroll the splendid brick walkways too or just relax on a park bench and watch the world go-by.

Paw Park on 17-92 and 4th Street is one of Seminole County’s first dog parks and is currently being redesigned and will re-open in the month of August. Derby Park (2199 Oregon Avenue) holds up to ten nationally sponsored Soap Box Derby races per year (a great sport for the whole family to enjoy and participate in).

Other City Park amenities include tennis, pickle ball, basketball or racquetball. Our latest renovation, Coastline Park, has new pavilions, restrooms, a walking trail, playground, tennis, basketball and two fountains to view and enjoy. Not to mention the amazing photogenic backgrounds, Sanford’s parks are always camera-ready.

These outdoor spaces also provide recreation, relaxation, health and wellness and enhance the quality of life for all who live here and visit the City of Sanford.

For more information about all the city’s parks visit WWW. SANFORDFL. GOV. Lisa Holder is the Communications Officer for the City of Sanford, she holds a Master of Public Administration and is a Navy Veteran. Lisa hails from Miami, FL via NY & was drawn to Sanford because of the beautiful waterfront and the City’s endless possibilities. “If you dream it, you can do it.” Her passions include the environment, bike riding, music, animals, photography and the arts.

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" SO N G S MY MOT HE R SANG" THE WOMAN’S CLUB OF SANFORD

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Celery Soup woke up our childhood with their production “Songs my Mother Sang” at the Sanford Woman’s Club last May. Miss Jacqueline Jones and the Celery Soup singers were the stars of this magnificent event, with Judy Wall-Townsend as Director and Linda Hollerbach as producer and creator.

The audiences were welcomed with beautiful jazz music played by talented performers. Way to go Celery Soup!

1 Yevet Anderson, Evola Frye, Miss Jacqueline Jones 2 Judy Wall-Townsend, Miss Jacqueline Jones, Linda Hollerbach 3 Celery Soup singers, Director, Creator, and Producer 4 Audience 5 Sissel Bowers, Joaquin Bowers, Mike Enters 6 Yevet Anderson 7 Linda Hollerbach & Christina Hollerbach-Simmons

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FIRST RESPONDER AWARDS THE WOMAN’S CLUB OF SANFORD

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The Woman's Club honored Sanford Police Officer Nicole Brown and Sanford Fire officer Robert Gaffert. The Woman's Club invite each year the police and the fire chief to select two of our finest from their departments and deserves special recognition for exceeding expectations. We are proud and grateful for all they do to keep our community safe.

1 Fire officer Award honored Robert Gaffert 2 Linda Miller (Presidente Woman's Club) Shakirah Johnson (3rd Vice President) 3 Cecil Smith (Chief of Police) Police Award honored to Nicole Brown 4 Craig Radzak (Fire Chief) Fire Officer Award honored to Robert Gaffert 5 Audience 6 Judy Wilhelm 7 Nancy VanBenschoten.

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GRAND OPENING SEMINOLE COUNTY SPORTS COMPLEX

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Seminole county community leaders officially celebrated the grand opening of the 102-acre facility. For more information visit PLAYORLANDONORTH.COM. 1 George Smith (Chairman of the Board Wharton-Smith, Inc) 2 Mike & Jane Powers (Retired Baseball Coach/Athletic Director at SHS), Theo Hollersbach (Willow Tree Restaurant Owner) 3 WSI- Project Team and Executives 4 Rich Maladecki (Executive Director CFHLA), Mile Milloy (Board Member of Central Fl Sport Community) 5 Brenda Carey (County Commissioner), Amy Lockhart (Seminole County School Board Member), Tina Calderón (Seminole County School Board Chair), Joette Horan (Wife of Commissioner John Horan), Andria Herr (Central Fl Express Way Authority Board Member) 6 Embassy Suites Marketing Team 7 Michael Ertel (Supervisor of Elections), Michell Ertel, Lee Constantine (County Commissioner) 8 John Mica (US Congressman- Distric of Florida)

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Now Central Floridians can fly from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) to Mexico City on Interjet. The cocktail inaugural flight took place on April 21st. This is great news for us here in Sanford as we are likely to get a higher influx of tourists visiting our town before heading out to the big attractions nearby. For more information about this new and exciting travel alternative visit INTERJET.COM. 1 Juan Sabines Gerrero 2 Rhonda Jorn, Francisco Javier Porragas 3 Larry D. Gouldthorpe (President Airports Worldwide), Gabriela Jiménez (Director of Institutional Relations at Interjet), Frank Ioppolo (Chairman of the Board at Orlando Sanford International Airport), Juan Sabines Gerrero (Consul General of Mexico in Orlando) 4 Victor M. Ramos, Barry Cotton, Carlos Valderrama 5 Stephanie Hunicke 6 Gabriela Jiménez, Perla B. Crosby 7 Johanna D'LaRotta Russo, Nelson Camargo MY SAN FOR D MAGA ZI N E | COM M U N IT Y & P EOP LE • 22

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SANFORD LADIES 327 SUPPER CLUB PERL A B. CROSBY Q. Stylist, mother, wife, daughter, and sister. How do you also manage the creative role of Sanford 327? Tell us more about the group.

A. Besides being a stylist at Ulta Salon, mother to my 2 boys Mason and Chase, wife to my husband David, daughter to my parents and sister to my brothers, I do find the time to promote and grow Sanford's biggest community group page Sanford 327 with the help of my 4 other admins, John DiDonna, Kim Colegrove, Debbie Burford and Jeff Harker, without these guys I would be lost. Our group is for our Sanford Community and surrounding areas. It was created to help promote our community, the go to place for information and to support our local businesses! It has grown to over 6000 member strong and we appreciate and love all of our active members of the group, they help make Sanford the best place to live!

Q. You created the Sanford Ladies 327 Supper Club—share with the readers how this group contributes to our community.

A. The ladies 327 Supper Club was started because I am a huge foodie, and I wanted to get out and meet new ladies in my community.

I thought about a supper club that could meet a couple of times a

month for lunch and dinners dedicated to the women of 327. It started with 80 women and has grown to over 500 of the most fabulous group of ladies I have ever met in my life! Our motto is supporting our community one meal at a time! That came from the admins of 327 Supper Club who helped grow and support the supper club. These admins include Kim Colegrove, Debbie Burford, Patty Williams, Lisa Wilson, Jann Parker, Amy Elizabeth and of course myself!

We have even taken a step further from lunches and dinners and have held food drives, fundraisers, and events supporting local businesses such as cheers to the brush, jewelry making, wine making and other fun group events once a month!

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SUMMER CAMP M ARNIE F ORE STIERI- GOME Z

It’s that time of the year again: summer camp. There are many different types of camps with distinct missions available in our community that it becomes an adventure to find the perfect summer camp experience for your child. That is the reason that understanding your family goals for the summer experience will help you narrow down the type of camp that is best for your child. The most important goal of a summer camp is having fun. But I also want to you to consider some questions to maximize the abilities to attain lifelong benefits of your summer experience.

CHOOSE WHAT YOUR CHILD LIKES TO DO Summer Camp offers children a great opportunity to learn about their abilities, interests and develop what they like to do. If your son or daughter is interested in sports, selecting a camp that provides the right instruction, equipment and facilities is a great opportunity to enhance their sports abilities. If the main mission of the camps is not sports or physical activity, consider a provider that understands the importance of including physical activities in their daily schedule. Children spend too much time inside and sitting around. They should be provided with the opportunity to move and exercise. In Orlando, there are many awesome summer camps that offer arts, technology, Science and outdoors activities for children to explore.

PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO UNPLUG FROM TECHNOLOGY

For the digital generation, it is important to rediscover their creative side and engage with the real world including people, experiences and emotions. When selecting a provider, ask about their policy on video games and watching movies.

Consider providers that have a policy regarding setting time limits for the use of technology in the classroom.

BECOME MORE CONFIDENT

Camp helps children build self-confidence and self-esteem by removing the kind of academic, social and athletic competition that they experience during the school year. Camp life is an opportunity to experience success and become more confident through non-competitive activities and diverse opportunities to succeed.

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While your child may attend a camp where they know some children from their school, it is important for the program to offer downtime where your child can learn to interact with new friends and learn to socialize.

INTERACT WITH POSITIVE ROLE MODELS

The opportunity to interact with positive role models is a great opportunity to develop skills that will allow them to interact with adults that will become role models for them. Consider a provider that understands the benefits of providing children with positive role models that have time to listen, talk and reflect on learning adventures. Ask about the credentials of the summer school counselor of the program.

In summary, selecting the right summer camp for your child offers great benefits besides having fun that include the opportunity for children to learn to work together, make intelligent choices, take responsibility, gain confidence, develop creative skills, and build independence.

Marnie Forestieri-Gomez is the founder and Chief Learning Officer of Amazing Explorers Academy, a next Generation School for the digital generation. Marnie holds a BS in Business Administration, a Child Development Associate, and a Director's credential.

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HATS MAY CO NCEAL, AS WELL AS REVEAL A LOT A B OU T T H E P E R SO N WEA R ING THE HAT, AND THE WORLD T H E Y L I VE I N. I N S A NFO R D, THE CITIZENS SHOW OFF TH EIR HAT T I T U D E G RACEFULLY AND WITH PRID E .

Hats! Hats! Hats! Hats at the beach, hats at the races, hats on the riverboat, hats for the party, hats in the garden, hats at church, hats at ceremonies, hats at the baseball games, hats on babies in strollers. Sanford residents wear hats every day, everywhere, every year! Hats are here to stay. My grandfather, Charlie once said “If the clothes make the man, it’s his hat that says it all.”

Not only do Sanford’s hat wearers have Hattitude, they bring Hatmosphere to any atmosphere in the room. Hats are worn for many reasons. For example, it’s all about the hats in the atmosphere when hosting a hat party or attending the Kentucky Derby, a baseball game or a wedding. Furthermore, there are Hategories worn around Sanford. For example, some hats are worn by hunters, while others may be worn to the beach, or for boating and sunbathing. We call these sun hats.

Whatever the social function, if everyone is wearing a hat for the occasion, then we call this Hattitude in the Hatmosphere.

Fedoras, derby hats, bridal veils, baseball caps, and anything else they can think of, adorn the heads of the citizens of Sanford. No matter the time or place the hats are worn, the message seems to be the same, “put on a hat before you face the day, and things will just go better, no matter the weather!”

Citizens in Sanford just don’t simply wear a hat, they wear their hats with HATTITUDE! So if you plan to stop by Sanford, don’t forget your hat. No matter what it is—wear it with joy and pride!

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When it comes to dreamers, Peyton Compton has it all. This eleven-year-old phenomenon plays hockey, models on the side, performs in print and television advertising, and has earned a Black Belt in Krav Maga Mixed Martial Arts. Peyton also plays guitar, piano, and drums and is a girl scout on top of all that. Most adults don’t have a resume as memorable and chock-full as hers.

This extraordinary young lady, born on August 17, 2005 at Winnie Palmer Hospital in Orlando, Florida, has lived in Historic Downtown Sanford her entire life. She is the child of Richard and Amy Compton and is an honor roll student at All Souls Catholic School.

Peyton’s mother, Amy Compton, passed away on January 20, 2014 of cancer. Amy was an amazing mother to Peyton during the short 8 years they had together. Amy was able to homeschool Peyton all the way up to the end and always helped her daughter to be the best she could be. Amy was the one that led the charge to expose Peyton to so many activities. In fact, after attending a birthday party in Maitland, when Peyton expressed an interest in playing hockey, Amy signed her up for a class called “Learn to Play” right then and there.

Peyton has taken her mother’s guidance to heart and has lived life to the fullest.

She went on to play as a member of the OYHA Junior Knights Boys travel hockey team and won countless “player of the game awards,” both on the boy’s team and on the Lady Vipers. She remembers her mother fondly and to this day, she wears a decal with her mom’s initials, APC, on the back of her helmet. She also wears the number 22 on her jersey for her mom’s birthday.

Although she excels at high contact sports, Peyton is one of the most kind and gentle children around. She’s always there to help the other kids. Young or old, experienced or not, it doesn’t matter to Peyton. She is quick with a kind word and a reassuring smile. Peyton is also very active in her community and volunteers to work with the newbies in the same beginners skating classes that she once did many years ago when her mother enrolled her.

As yet another tribute to her late mother, Peyton created the Amy P. Compton Scholarship at the RDV Ice Den in Maitland, Florida. She created this scholarship for the kids. In her own words: “Ice hockey is such an expensive sport that some kids at the rink can’t afford the cost of the equipment on top of the league fees. The scholarship is to help parents purchase new helmets and skates which are critical pieces of equipment. These are hundreds of dollars each.” Peyton truly has captured the spirit of her mother and she expresses that spirit in everything she does.

This summer, she will be taking the helmet and jersey to Finland to play hockey.

Peyton Compton—winner of the 2016 Disney Dreamer and Doer Award for fifth grade (representing Lake, Orange, Seminole, Osceola and Polk counties in Central Florida)—is an amazing young woman and a credit to her mother, her family, and her community.

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8 STEPS to

BECOMING

A BETTER PERSON DR . MIGUEL A . GONZ ÁLE Z , L MF T, MHS, MS*

IN BUSINESS & INDUSTRY THERE IS A BELIEF THAT THERE IS ALWAYS ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT and I don’t remember ever meeting anyone who did not want to become a better person. However, wanting to be a better person and actually choosing to be a better person are two different things. Becoming a better person requires that we make significant changes in our lives and the way we relate to others, let go of negative and unproductive habits and adopt a different outlook on life. If you reached this sentence, it is no coincidence that this article has attracted your attention; please read on and see if you are ready to choose to be better!

1. SMILE

A smile can change a situation for the better, as it has an impact on people’s attitude toward you. If anything, a smile conveys a sense of friendliness, caring, is non-threatening, and it shows a willingness to engage cordially and peacefully.

Just think about how you would like to be received, with a frown or with a smile, and it takes less of an effort and fewer muscles to smile than to frown. Give smiling a try and you’ll find yourself a much happier person at the end of the day.

AND THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK, 2. STOP IN THAT ORDER

Your words and actions have a positive or negative impact on the people around you—family members, friends, or simply total strangers. Just as you affect them, they impact others, and the ripple effect spreads. The most effective way to prevent hurting other people is to think of the ramifications of your words. Most times, there are non-aggressive, non-negative ways to deal with almost any issue. Words often hurt more than anything else. Do you really need to say something hurtful?

How would you feel if it were said to you or about you? When you’re upset, does it really help you feel better if you lash out with your own hurtful expressions? Stop, think and speak.

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3. A LIFE WELL LIVED…

Serving others has its own rewards, not only for the person receiving the help but also for you. Altruism has its emotional recompenses. It helps you grow socially and emotionally, as you begin understanding the needs of others and the difference you can make in the world by becoming a better person. It is well known that people who struggle with self-esteem/concept issues and fragile self-identities experience emotional growth from serving others. A stronger sense of self emanates from helping others than from having material possessions.

4. USE AND SHARE YOUR GIFTS

We all have strengths which frequently are not easy for us to recognize. Most commonly, we can write a long list of our weaknesses while struggling to find our strengths. If you think you are a good listener and can come up with ways to help people solve problems, share that gift; use it to improve the life of others as well as your own. If you are a good cartoonist, share it with someone—visit a children’s hospital and draw portraits for them. Otherwise your talent serves no purpose. However, remember that a strength (or talent) is not in any way a trait of perfection or superiority over others.

CHOOSE TO BE BE TTE R

YOUR WEAKNESSES—TURN 5. RECOGNIZE THEM INTO STRENGTHS

Recognizing your weaknesses is the most important step toward becoming a better person but striving to become a better person is not the same as pursuing perfectionism.

Being perfect cannot be the goal because it will lead to a life-long pursuit of your own tail—and believe me, you’ll never catch it. The effort of trying to become a better person is rewarding alone and will make a difference. To recognize your weaknesses is also to note areas that could be turned into strengths, which could lead to getting you closer to becoming the person you have chosen to be.

Try not to be destructively self-critical in this process to the point of being left emotionally depleted and with a sense of hopelessness. Strive to achieve small realistic goals, focusing on one goal at a time. If you have problems recognizing your weaknesses, ask a friend or family member to help you identify them. Be patient. Change, of any kind, takes time.

Keep focused and remember the ultimate goal is to become a better person.

BETTER CARE OF 6. TAKE YOURSELF—MENTALLY & PHYSICALLY

Modern life frequently leaves us no time to focus on our own well-being. Often times our days are spent doing so much for others, there is not any time left for ourselves. With an obesity problem sweeping the country, with all its potential devastating consequences, it is important to take care of our bodies, our temples. But it cannot end there. We must also take care of our emotional health. Have fun in life, share with

family and friends, seek outlets to reduce stress and confront negative thinking. Pursue professional help when you cannot solve problems on your own or talk to people in your life that you trust. Caring for yourself shows self-love and respect and when you take care of yourself, you have so much more to give to others.

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BE GRATEFUL AND SHOW IT.

It is not possible to be 100% self-sufficient. There are always needs that are met with or through others. It’s wrong yet easy to take others for granted. The fast pace of our lives, the ever present technologies and our own personal issues can lead to ignoring how important someone like a spouse or a relative can be in our lives. Recognizing what others do for us or what others do well for others and for society is important. Never miss an opportunity to say thank you or to praise someone for a job well done. After all, wouldn’t we like to be treated the same way?

Dr. Gonzalez is a family counselor who also treats couples and individuals. If you have any questions about mental or behavioral health, contact Dr.Gonzalez for more information.Sehablaespañol.

NEW DAY THERAPY & COUNSELING CENTER, LLC. MIGUELAGONZALEZPHD.COM 386.259.0647

8. EXPLORE YOUR FAITH/SPIRITUALITY

It is well known that faith can serve to mediate stress and mental illness. Faith helps believers remain hopeful and positive in order to navigate through the choppy waters and tough times in their lives. If you feel connected to others by faith, find time to practice and enhance it, and to share it with like-minded people. Proselytizing is not what is suggested here, but try to find comfort in the presence of others. Human beings are social beings and social interaction keeps us healthy!

“Modern life frequently leaves us no time to focus on our own well-being.”

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SAN FOR D D OWN TOWN

BUSINESS

GUIDE ART, GALLERIES & PERFORMING ARTS 119 Cindy’s Dance Studio 119 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-324-3999 dancewithcindy.com 230 Creative Sanford, Inc. 230 E. 1st Street 407-302-2586 sanfordwelcomecenter.com

430 Beverly’s Hair Cutting Services 430 S. Sanford Avenue 407-323-0535 209 Brownstone Hair by M.K. 209 W. 1st Street 407-322-2495

211 Gallery on First 211 E. 1st Street 407-732-7801 galleryonfirst.com

303 Express Blow Studio 303 E. 1st Street 407-732-7905 expressblowstudio.com

204 Hollerbach’s Art Haus 204 E. 1st Street 407-323-2774 stcinspiredart.com

101 First Impressions Barber Shop 101 W. 1st Street 407-328-8362

211 Jeanine Taylor Folk Art Gallery 211 E. 1st Street 407-323-2774 jtfolkart.com 109 Lochwood Performing Arts 109 W. Commercial Street 321-355-3757 lochwoodacademy.com 201 Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center 201 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-321-8111 WDPAC.com

BEAUTY & WELLNESS 218 Ambassador Hair Salon 218 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-302-5128 210 American Spa Nails 210 E. 1st Street 407-323-1994 315 A Nu U Creations 315 E. 1st Street 407-416-0342 anucreations.com 216 Beauty in the Shadows 216 S. Oak Avenue 386-837-1505 31

110 Betty Anne’s Hair Styling 110 E. 1st Street 407-322-4913

206 Hair N Motion 206 N. Park Avenue 407-321-0707 113 Kenneth Ray Hair Designs 113 E. 1st Street 321-363-0545 216 La Chic Stylz Salon 216 S. Sanford Avenue 407-257-0841 113 Nicole DePass Massage 113 S. Oak Avenue 407-687-9670

RESTAURANTS, LOUNGES & CATERING 301 1st Street Lounge 301 E. 1st Street 321-926-3156 1ststreetlounge.com

105 Palate Coffee Brewery 105 W. 2nd Street 321-363-0661 108 Park Avenue Popcorn Shoppe 108 S. Park Avenue 321-363-4937 parkavenuepopcorn.com

112 The Breezeway Restaurant & Bar 309 Rabbitfoot Records 112 E. 1st Street & Coffee Lounge 407-878-1284 309 E. 1st Street breezeway.com 321-926-3417 rabbitfootrecords.com 307 Best Fish & Chicken Wings 405 E. 4th Street 345 Real Deal Seafood 404-321-8273 345 S. Sanford Avenue 407-302-5444 300 Buster’s Bistro 300 S. Sanford Avenue 350 Riverwalk Pizzeria 407-732-6880 350 E. Seminole Boulevard www.bustersbistro.com 407-328-0018 riverwalkpizzeria.com 225 Caffé Di Riverwalk 225 W. Seminole Boulevard 516 Root’s Raw Juice Bar Suite 160 516 S. Sanford Avenue 407-287-5681 321-279-4975 rootsrawjuice.com 406 Candlelight Café & Catering 406 S. Sanford Ave. 108 Taste of Thyme Café 407-732-7304 108 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-865-0798 114 Celery City Craft tasteofthymecafe.com 114 S. Palmetto Avenue 407-915-5541 114 The Alley celerycitycraft.com 114 S. Park Avenue 407-328-4848 107 Christo’s thealleyblues.com 107 W. 1st Street 407-320-0799 229 The Grind theoriginalchristos.com 229 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-322-3779 115 Colonial Room Restaurant 105 E. 1st Street 107 The Smiling Bison 407-323-2999 107 S. Magnolia Avenue colonialroom.com 407-915-6086 smilingbison.com 101 The Corner Café 101 W. 1st Street 129 Tony’s Deli 407-322-3779 129 W. 1st Street thecornercafesanford.com 407-330-0507 440 Ellen’s Wine Room 112 The Wet Spot 440 S. Sanford Avenue 112 S. Park Avenue 407-936-1705 407-321-1900 ellenswineroom.com

202 Peggy’s Hair Boutique 202 S. Park Avenue 407-330-0028

205 Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe 205 E. 1st Street 407-321-2204 hollerbachs.com

202 West End Trading Company 202 S. Sanford Avenue 407-322-7475 drinkatwestend.com

108 Sanford Barber Shop 108 E. 1st Street 407-328-8362 sanfordbarber.com

401 Little Fish Huge Pond 401 S. Sanford Avenue 407-221-1499 littlefish-hugepond.com

520 Wolfy’s Waterfront Bar & Grill 520 N. Palmetto Avenue 407-322-2150 wolfyslakefront.com

121 Seminole Crossfit 121 W. 1st Street 407-417-0499 seminolecrossfit.com

110 Mattie’s Delectable Desserts 110 S. Park Avenue mattiesdd.com

214 Wondermade Artisan Marshmallows 214 E. 1st Street 407-205-9569 wondermade.com

105 Studio 315 105 S. Palmetto Avenue 407-929-8346 studio105salon.com

204 Moon’s Subs 204 S. Sanford Ave. 407-322-6237 114 Negril Spice 114 S. Sanford Avenue 407-878-2726

419 Wop’s Hops Brewing Company & Kitchen 419 S. Sanford Avenue 407-878-7819 wopshopsbrewing.com

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| SANFORD DOWNTOWN BUSINESS GUIDE 115 Zorba's Restaurant 115 E. 1st Street 407-915-6082

SERVICES 116 A. Clore Interiors 116 S. Palmetto Avenue 407-328-0730 acloreinteriors.com 212 Allstate Insurance 212 S. Sanford Avenue 407-878-4785 Allstateagencies.com/bobduncan 206 Ashley Jane Photo 206 E. 1st Street 413 BMO Harris Bank 413 W. 1st Street 407-323-2384 bmoharris.com 420 Center State Bank 420 W. 1st Street 407-302-4700 centerstatebank.com 118 D & J Investments of America 118 S. Sanford Avenue 407-878-0040 201 Edward Jones Investments 201 S. Park Avenue 407-322-1558 www.edwardjones.com 211 EGS Properties, Inc. 211 W. 1st Street 407-322-2495 124 Fantastic Cleaners 124 W. 2nd Street 407-322-1112 214 Florida Sunshine Insurance 214 S. Sanford Avenue 407-878-2880 flsunshineins.com 205 Greene, Dycus & Co., P.A. Certified Public Accountants 205 N. Elm Avenue 407-322-0561 gdccpa.net

116 J. Manuel Acevedo, P. A. 116 N. Park Avenue 407-323-4080 attorney-acevedo.com 303 Kabiki Photography Studio 303 E. 1st Street 407-402-0009 221 Keyboard Exchange International 221 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-323-7493 keyboardexchange.com 206 Law Office of Mira Berry 206 E. 1st Street 531 Monroe Harbour Marina 531 N. Palmetto Avenue 407-322-2910 monroeharbour.com 200 Mrs. Clean Dry Cleaners 200 E. Commercial Street, Suite 2 407-314-1176 114 McKibbin Insurance Agency 114 N. Park Avenue 407-322-0331 mckibbinagency@bellsouth.net 200 Park Avenue Photography Studio/ Park & Second Antiques 200 S Park Avenue 407-942-3484 107 Red Cottage Realty 107 S. Oak Avenue 407-256-9593 217 Sanford Downtown Gas 217 S. Park Avenue 407-688-0703 401 Sanford Post Office 401 E. 1st Street 407-688-9487 120 St. Johns Realty 120 N. Park Avenue 407-322-6123 thestjohnsrealtygroup.com

251 Harbor Community Bank 251 W. 1st Street 407-370-7705 harborcb.com

207 SunTrust Bank 207 W. 1st Street 407-330-4630 suntrust.com

278 Interiors by Lawrence David Palmetto Avenue 407-321-6560 interiorsbylawrencedavid.com

217 The Sanford Herald 217 E. 1st Street 407-322-2611 mysanfordherald.com

444 Investors Realty Network 444 S. Sanford Avenue 407-321-6100 turnitover.today 106 Jernigan Properties, Inc. 106 Magnolia Avenue 33

407-330-3255 jerniganprop.com

204 Thomas C. Greene Attorney 204 N. Elm Avenue, Suite 101 407-321-0751 thomascgreenelaw.com 118 TNT Tax Services 118 S. Sanford Avenue 407-878-0040

503 Tru-Valu Drugstore 503 E. 1st Street 407-323-6413 tru-valudrugs.com 101 Wells Fargo 101 E. 1st Street 407-330-7289 wellsfargo.com

SHOPS 500 Antidote Apothecary & Spa 500 Sanford Avenue 407-461-5635 218 Antiques and Dustibles 218 E. 1st Street 407-322-8100 416 Blue Dog Vapes 416 S. Sanford Avenue

407-732-6931 sanfordhomebrewshop.com 329 Sanford Supermarket 329 S. Sanford Avenue 407-321-9599 212 Sanford’s Nity Thrity 212 E. 1st Street 321-363-4941 sanfordnitythrity.com 105 Something Special 105 E. 1st Street 407-692-8449 stcinspiredart.com 208 The Tree House 208 E. 1st Street 407-936-2394

111 Cristy’s Home-Tique 111 S. Magnolia Avenue

111 Tuned Up Music Center 111 E. 1st Street 407-302-3166 tunedupmusic.com

102 Doc Paper Scissors 102 E. 1st Street 407-322-5842 doc-paper-scissors.com

116 Washburn Imports 116 E. 1st Street 407-322-1449 washburnimports.com

413 Family Dollar 413 E. 1st Street 407-321-6230 300 Goodwill Industries 300 E. 3rd Street 407-936-0469

VISITOR INFORMATION & TOURISM

115 Horstmeyer Farm & Garden 115 N. Laurel Avenue 407-322-1235 horstmeyer.com 200 Ken’s Coins 200 S. Park Avenue 407-321-2211 kenscoins.net

230 Historic Sanford Welcome Center 230 E. 1st Street 407-302-2586 sanfordwelcomecenter.com 303 Limo Cycle Tours 303 W. 3rd Street, Suite 4 855-756-9386 limocycle.com

309 Long Lost Treasures 309 E. 1st Street 407-761-7347

400 Sanford Chamber of Commerce 400 E. 1st Street 407-322-2212 sanfordchamber.com

117 Magnolia Square Market 117 S. Magnolia Avenue 407-878-4942 hollerbachs.com

300 Sanford City Hall 300 N. Park Avenue 407-688-5000 sanfordfl.gov

201 Maya Books & Music 201 E. 1st Street 407-321-6504

520 Sanford Museum 520 E. 1st Street 407-688-5198

206 Neptune’s Treasures Décor & More 206 Sanford Avenue 321-330-5981

433 St. Johns Rivership Company 433 N. Palmetto Avenue 321-441-3030 stjohnsrivershipco.com

309 Rubie’s Attic 309 E. 1st Street

531 U-SAIL of Central Florida 531 N. Palmetto Avenue 407-330-0633 usailflorida.com

209 Sanford Flower Shop 209 E. Commercial Street 407-322-1822 sanfordflowershop.com 115 Sanford Homebrew Shop 115 S. Magnolia Avenue

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WEDN E S DAY

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RUM RACING EVERY WEDNESDAY

6:00–9:30 p.m.

Lake Monroe Sailing 17 Association 531 N. Palmetto Ave. The Lake Monroe Sailing Association invites all sailors, both members & non-members, to participate in a Wednesday Night Rum Race sponsored

by Gosling Rum! (Until Oct. 30th)

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MOVIE IN THE SQUARE: 1 FATHER OF THE BRIDE

SANFORD FARMERS MARKET

FIRST FRIDAYS

6:00 p.m.

Magnolia Square FREE

EVERY SATURDAY

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Magnolia Square You’ll find not only fruits and veggies, but locally, hand and homemade goods, all set to the soundtrack of local musicians who perform weekly at the market!

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ALIVE AFTER FIVE BLUES, BREWS & BBQ EVERY 2ND THURSDAY

5:00–8:00 p.m. | Downtown Sanford Central Florida’s largest free recurring street party with live music, local artists, food, & craft beers in beautiful downtown Sanford.

FREE

S ATURDAY

FOOD TRUCK BAZAAR EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

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PETANQUE TOURNAMENT

DISNEY’S MY SON PINOCCHIO JR., MUSICAL 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

EVERY 3RD SUNDAY

3:00–8:30 p.m.

Buster’s Bistro FREE

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OTHER DATES

Jun 23 @ 10 a.m. Jun 24 @ 7:30 p.m.

Jun 25 @ 2 p.m. Jun 25 @ 7:30 p.m.

Jun 26 @ 3 p.m.

Join the Blue Fairy, Stromboli & a lively cast of characters as Geppetto journeys beyond the toy shop to discover the meaning of family. When the Blue Fairy grants Geppetto’s wish to bring his beloved puppet to life, the new father quickly learns that being a parent is full of challenges. He struggles to make his son “the perfect boy” only to lose him to a gang of Roustabouts. It is only when faced the thought of never seeing Pinocchio again that Geppetto truly learns the joys of being a father and loving your child unconditionally. Features the beloved classic songs “When You Wish Upon a Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” alongside a host of new songs.

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RHINO BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AT THE ZOO 9:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

CELERY CITY CRUISERS

Discover the newest party in town! Sanford After Dark is a monthly street market featuring the Sanford Ave. Art Community.

Join us in celebrating the birthdays of Jahi & PJ—our greater one-horned Indian Rhinos! Music, games, kid’s crafts, face painting, animal encounters & of course cake!

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This event is included in general zoo admission; additional fees may apply for certain activities.

Join the oldest car club in Central Florida who have been doing monthly car cruises. Come down to the Riverwalk and enjoy some old tunes from the 50s–70s and see some gorgeous old-timers cruise along the Riverwalk. Bring a lawn chair and hang out with the Celery City Cruisers!

EVERY 4TH SATURDAY

8:00 p.m.– 12:00 a.m.

Downtown Sanford

from 2nd to 5th on Sanford Ave.

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FIRST DAY OF

SUMMER 35

5:00– 8:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave

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LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

5:00–9:00 p.m.

Sanford Riverwalk at the Flagpole

FREE ZOOVIE ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: THE ROAD CHIP 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center

Come enjoy 10 different food truck options on the bricks of 2nd St and Palmetto Avenue. While you enjoy your delicious food, you can also enjoy alcoholic beverages and live entertainment provided by the surrounding bars.

Drinks will be permitted outside.

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2ND ANNUAL WILLIAM J. JETT MEN’S HEALTH CHALLENGE 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

DOH-Seminole’s Auditorium 400 West Airport Blvd.

The event will highlight Seminole County’s commitment to improve health outcomes for males.

FREE

WEST END TRADING COMPANY’S 10TH ANNUAL HURRICANE PARTY 11:30 a.m.

202 S. Sanford Ave. Featuring the Supervillains, Zach Deputy, Whole Wheat Bread, Horizon, Victims Of Circumstance, I-Resolution & over 30+ other acts.

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WORLD GIRAFFE DAY 10:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

6:00– 9:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave Multiple venues in Sanford’s downtown historic district host the Sanford Art Walk, showcasing local talent along with opportunities to meet visiting artists.

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On the longest day of the year, stop by the Zoo to spend time with the world’s tallest land animals, as we celebrate the 3rd Annual World Giraffe Day. This worldwide celebration of these amazing & much loved animals hopestoraiseawareness& shed light on the challenges giraffes face in the wild. You can help us 19 support giraffe conservation efforts in the wild that will ultimately help secure the future of these remarkable animals in Africa. With fewer than80,000 giraffesremainingin the wild, the time to act is NOW! Enjoy games, crafts,&achancetogetface-to-face with a giraffe at the Zoo through our Giraffe Feeding Experience, & even get a behind-the-scenes tour led by one of our amazing giraffe keepers.

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MOVIE CLASSICS ON MAGNOLIA PRESENTS “DOUBLE INDEMNITY” 7:30–9:00 p.m.

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center Double Indemnity represents the high-water mark of 1940s film noir urban crime dramas.

A greedy, weak man Walter Neff (Fred MacMurray) is seduced and trapped by a cold, evil woman Phyllis Dietrichson (Barbara Stanwyck) who convinces him to murder her husband to collect his accident policy.

TICKETS $5

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S AT U R DAY

SANFORD FARMERS MARKET EVERY SATURDAY

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Magnolia Square As former celery capital of the world, Sanford has a rich agricultural heritage! A new generation continues this heritage with the Sanford Farmer’s Market. From week to week you’ll find not only fruits and veggies, but locally, hand and homemade goods, all set to the soundtrack of local musicians who perform weekly at the market!

4 M O N DAY

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JULY 4 CELEBRATION 4:00–10:00 p.m.

Ft. Mellon Park TH

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SKIES DOWN UNDER

SUMMER STAR PARTY

ALIVE AFTER FIVE

8:30–9:30 p.m.

Seminole State College

8:00–11:00 p.m.

Seminole State College

A tour of the night sky as seen from the southern hemisphere.

Our location is set to Sydney, Australia, with a latitude 33 degrees south of the equator. Guests will explore a number of constellations that are best seen from southern skies, as well as two of our Milky Way Galaxy’s nearest neighbors, the Magellanic Clouds. Have you been to the Skies Down Under?

Where the stars glow and the skies show wonder?

Planetarium Show Prices: Adults: $6, Seniors (55 and up): $4, Students (grades K-12): $4, Non-Seminole State College Students (with ID): $4, Preschoolers, Seminole State Students, Faculty, & Staff: Free.

15 & 29 | FRIDAY STORIES OF THE NIGHT SKY: THE POLAR CONSTELLATIONS — P L A N E TA R I U M S H O W —

8:30–9:30 p.m. | Seminole State College View a five -episode series of presentations that explore the myths, legends and facts surrounding some of the most famous and important constellations in the sky. Showcases constellations that are currently visible & guests will hear these stories as they were told many years ago – underneath a dark, star-filled sky.

Planetarium Show Prices: Adults: $6, Seniors (55 and up): $4, Students (grades K-12): $4, Non-Seminole State College Students (with ID): $4, Preschoolers, Seminole State Students, Faculty, and Staff: Free.

— P L A N E TA R I U M S TA R PA R T Y—

The Lake Monroe Sailing Association invites all sailors, both members & non-members, to participate in a Wednesday Night Rum Race sponsored by Gosling Rum! (Until October 30th)

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5:00–8:00 p.m.

Central Florida’s largest free recurring street party with live music, local artists, food, and craft beers in beautiful downtown Sanford.

FREE

We'll be hosting several of Orlando's delicious food trucks, so bring an appetite for fun and food!

There will be plenty of space in the star party area for visitors to bring chairs and blankets.

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The event will take place in the faculty and staff parking lot adjacent to building B and the planetarium, just off College Drive on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus. The food trucks will be set up along the front sidewalk of the planetarium, and visitors can park in the lots in front of building B.

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FREE

SAT U R DAY

6:00–9:30 p.m.

Lake Monroe Sailing Association 531 N. Palmetto Ave.

EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

The Planetarium is proud to host 2016's Summer Star Party on Saturday, July 9, from 8-11 p.m. Our visitors will be treated to telescope viewings of the moon; the planets Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn; and numerous galaxies, star clusters and nebulae. There will also be several presentations throughout the star party area.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY

FREE

11 8 & 22 | FRIDAY — P L A N E TA R I U M S H O W —

RUM RACING

SANFORD AFTER DARK EVERY 4TH SATURDAY

8:00 p.m.– 12:00 a.m.

Downtown Sanford

from 2nd to 5th on Sanford Ave. Discover the newest party in town! Sanford After Dark is a monthly street market featuring the Sanford Ave. Art Community.

FOOD TRUCK BAZAAR EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

5:00– 8:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave

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SANFORD ART WALK EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

6:00– 9:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave Multiple venues in Sanford’s downtown historic district host the Sanford Art Walk, showcasing local talent along with opportunities to meet visiting artists.

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Come enjoy 10 different food truck options on the bricks of 2nd St and Palmetto Avenue. While you enjoy your delicious food, you can also enjoy alcoholic beverages and live entertainment provided by the surrounding bars.

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30 | SATURDAY CELERY CITY CRUISERS LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

5:00–9:00 p.m.

Sanford Riverwalk at the Flagpole

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Riverwalk and enjoy some old tunes from the 50s–70s and see some gorgeous old-timers cruise along the Riverwalk. Bring a lawn chair and hang out with the Celery City Cruisers!

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RUM RACING EVERY WEDNESDAY

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Lake Monroe Sailing Association 531 N. Palmetto Ave. The Lake Monroe Sailing Association invites all sailors, both members & non-members, to participate in a Wednesday Night Rum Race sponsored by Gosling Rum! (Until October 30th)

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WATERMELON DAY

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SANFORD FARMERS MARKET EVERY SATURDAY

2 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Magnolia Square 10:00 You’ll find not only fruits and veggies, but locally, hand and homemade goods, all set to the soundtrack of local musicians who perform weekly at the market!

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"MOTOWN MAGIC" A TRIBUTE TO MOTOWN 7:30 p.m.

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

ALIVE AFTER FIVE

SUMMER EVENT 5:00–8:00 p.m.

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When WWI erupts, Rose (Katharine Hepburn), a prim English missionary, flees German East Africa in a small boat with Charlie (Humphry Bogart), a scruffy, gin-guzzling trader.

During their perilous river journey, they devise a plan to sink a German warship, and love blooms along the way. $5

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21 | FRIDAY 26 PETANQUE LOVE YOUR SHORTS TOURNAMENT FILM FESTIVAL EVERY 3RD SUNDAY SUMMER REWIND 3:00–8:30 p.m.

Wayne Densch Buster’s Bistro Performing Arts Center

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FREE Join the Love Your Shorts 29Festival for a selection Film of short films (animation, documentary, comedy, sci-fi/horror, drama, and Florida Flavor) that were shown at the February 2016 festival. $5 (will be available online or at the door)

The Sanford Jazz Ensemble is a volunteer community orchestra made up of a diverse group of excellent musicians, dedicated to the preservation of the Big Band Jazz Tradition.

The band’s extensive repertoire covers a wide range of material from the classic swing era to the contemporary jazz styles of today. $15

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Sanford Motown is some of the greatest music ever written.

Motown Magic will take you back, to great memories and good times, with hits from such groups as The Temptations, Four Tops and so many more. This group consists of 4 world class vocalists with smooth vocals and four part harmonies, plus 6 top notch musicians. This is a show NOT to miss.

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MOVIE CLASSICS ON MAGNOLIA: THE AFRICAN QUEEN (1951) 7:30–9:30 p.m.

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

SANFORD JAZZ ENSEMBLE: SUMMER CONCERT 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

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SANFORD AFTER DARK

CELERY CITY CRUISERS

CELERY CITY CRUISERS

EVERY 4TH SATURDAY

LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Join the oldest car club in Central Florida who have 17 been doing monthly car cruises. Come down to the Riverwalk and enjoy some old tunes from the 50s–70s and see some gorgeous old-timers cruise along the Riverwalk. Bring a lawn chair and hang out with the Celery City Cruisers!

Join the oldest car club in Central Florida who have 17 been doing monthly car cruises. Come down to the Riverwalk and enjoy some old tunes from the 50s–70s and see some gorgeous old-timers cruise along the Riverwalk. Bring a lawn chair and hang out with the Celery City Cruisers!

SANFORD ART WALK

FOOD TRUCK BAZAAR

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

Multiple venues in Sanford’s downtown historic district host the Sanford Art Walk, showcasing local talent along with opportunities to meet visiting artists.

Come enjoy 10 different food truck options on the bricks of 2nd St and Palmetto Avenue. While you enjoy your delicious food, you can also enjoy alcoholic beverages and live entertainment provided by the surrounding bars.

Drinks will be permitted outside.

6:00– 9:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave

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5:00– 8:00 p.m.

265 North Palmetto Ave

Downtown Sanford Discover the newest party in town! Sanford After Dark is a monthly street market featuring the Sanford Ave. Art Community.

5:00–9:00 p.m.

Sanford Riverwalk at the Flagpole

5:00–9:00 p.m.

Sanford Riverwalk at the Flagpole

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