From guided nature walks and historic bike rides to family story times and live music, DeBary Hall Historic Site is offering a lineup of community programs throughout November. The Volusia County-managed historic property will host activities focused on local history, outdoor recreation, wellness, gardening, and entertainment.
Most events are free to attend, making the November schedule an opportunity for families and residents to explore the site and try something new. Line dancing lessons are available for $5 per class.
Explore Nature and Local History
Nature lovers can start the month with the Wing It Wednesday bird walk on Nov. 4 at 8:30 a.m. Participants will explore the grounds while learning to identify birds by sight and sound, with opportunities to discover more about the site’s history.
Cyclists can also take part in a 15-mile historic bike ride on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Beginning at 9 a.m. at Green Springs Park, the ride follows the East Central Regional Rail Trail and includes commentary about the area’s history. Participants must bring a bicycle and helmet, and sunscreen and bottled water are recommended. Reservations are required.
Family Activities, Gardening and Wellness Programs
Families with young children can attend story time on Fridays, Nov. 6 and 20, at 9:30 a.m. Held in DeBary Hall’s Kids Corner, the program features stories, songs, and activities geared toward preschoolers, although children of all ages are welcome.
Gardeners can learn about growing roses in Florida during the Give the Gift of Roses workshop on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 11:30 a.m. Participants will explore rose varieties suited to the state’s climate and have the opportunity to plant a rose to take home for the holidays.
The November calendar also includes a health presentation titled Health Matters – The Eyes on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m. Led by a registered nurse, the program will focus on eye care and include refreshments.
For those interested in fitness and dancing, line dancing lessons are scheduled for Thursdays, Nov. 5 and 19, at 5:30 p.m. The classes welcome beginners and introduce dances set to music from different genres. Each session costs $5.
Live Music at DeBary Hall
The month’s entertainment lineup concludes with a performance by the Central Florida Accordion Club on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. The free concert will take place in DeBary Hall’s theater and feature approximately two hours of traditional tunes, polkas and other accordion music.
DeBary Hall November Events Schedule
- Wing It Wednesday Bird Walk: Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 8:30 a.m. Free.
- Line Dancing Lessons: Thursdays, Nov. 5 and 19, at 5:30 p.m. $5 per class.
- Story Time: Fridays, Nov. 6 and 20, at 9:30 a.m. Free.
- Give the Gift of Roses: Thursday, Nov. 12, at 11:30 a.m. Free.
- Health Matters – The Eyes: Saturday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m. Free.
- Historic Bike Ride: Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 9 a.m. Meet at Green Springs Park, 994 Enterprise Osteen Road. Free; reservations required.
- Central Florida Accordion Club Concert: Saturday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. Free.
Most programs take place at DeBary Hall Historic Site, located at 198 Sunrise Blvd. in DeLand. The historic bike ride begins at Green Springs Park.
For event details and bike ride reservations, call 386-668-3840 or email Lisa Perez at lperez@volusia.org. Additional information is available through the Volusia County event announcement.
DeBary Hall’s regular hours are noon to 4 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The site is closed on Mondays.
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