Learn About History and More at DeBary Hall
Posted On: August 12, 2024
Learn about camellias, sea turtles, presidents who visited Florida, and more at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd. All programs are free and open to the public.
Line Dancing Lessons: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 5 and 19. Line dancing is a great way to exercise your mind and body. Join DeBary Hall staff for a fun evening full of learning beginner line dances to various music genres. This program is recommended for adults. There is a $3 charge for each class. Registration is required; call 386-668-3840 or email lperez@volusia.org.
Story Time at DeBary Hall: 9:30 a.m. Fridays, Sept. 6 and 20. Children are invited to Kids Corner, a free story time featuring stories, songs, and activities. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome.
Music at the Mansion: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. Join the Central Florida Accordion Club for a lively afternoon of singing and dancing to the rich sounds of the accordion. From timeless tunes to polkas and contemporary songs, this merry group of talented musicians will educate and entertain guests during a free two-hour concert in DeBary Hall Historic Site’s Theater.
Camellias: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10. Volusia County’s master gardeners will discuss the “cherry blossoms of winter.” Camellias grow and bloom with minimal care, and they flower in the fall and winter in Florida. Learn how to bring these beautiful evergreen bushes to your yard.
Presidents in Florida: 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Florida historian and author Brian Polk will shed light on the role of American presidents in Florida. Although no presidents were born in the Sunshine State, they have had a connection here through wars, diplomacy, environmental issues, assassination plots, politics, the Cuban Missile Crisis, gangsters, and natural disasters. Their decisions played a part in shaping the state’s history. This presentation is part of the free Lemonade Lectures series sponsored by Volusia County. Light refreshments and lemonade will be served.
Sea Turtles of Florida: 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21. Florida Master Naturalist Joan Ferrell will explain which turtles visit Volusia County, what they eat, and why they return to where they were born. This presentation is part of the free Lemonade Lectures series sponsored by Volusia County. Light refreshments and lemonade will be served.
Registration is required only for the line dancing classes. Call 386-668-3840 or email lperez@volusia.org with any questions.
