Highlighting Sanford's Charm in

Highlighting Sanford’s Charm in the Day-to-Day

BY CAROLINE GARCIA

Perhaps most well-known for its special events, Sanford has become a hub for all things entertainment. From craft beer and art festivals plus monthly music and foodtruck events to themed holiday events, the activities are endless. Let us shift the focus from the splendid downtown celebrations and shine the spotlight on day-to-day life in charming “Celery City.” There is much to appreciate and enjoy around town any day of the week.

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Retail Therapy

A day spent exploring downtown will lead you to some of Sanford’s retail gems. As our shopping scene continues to thrive, some new stores are taking shape. Specializing in spicy foods and unique groceries from around the world, Spice Is Nice (106 S Palmetto Ave) is a wonderful addition. Unfurl Collective (115 N Laurel Ave) is also new in town, and features a vendor market filled with unique, handmade items, beautiful plants, and home decor. Just taking a simple stroll around Sanford is a great way to discover the wonderful retailers in our midst with more to come!

Nurtured by Nature

We are lucky to have several greenspaces and lovely parks in Sanford. Spending time outdoors while the weather is cool is an easy, inexpensive everyday activity. For a peaceful picnic, take your pick of Centennial Park, George Toughy Park, or James Dunn Park. For the kids, head to Park on Park or Fort Mellon. Now that hurricane season is behind us, activities along the RiverWalk will resume. Relax on a bench and enjoy the beautiful river views and action at the marina. Grab your bike and head out for a ride by the lake.

Spice is Nice

Dinner and a Show

Sanford is blessed with not one but two theatres. Theatre West End (115 W First St) enriches our culture with an intimate setting, quality productions, and fantastic performances. Originally known as the Milano, The Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center (201 Magnolia Ave) was built in 1922 and celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Experiencing the theatre inside this local landmark gives a community spirit that’s contagious.

Easy Like Saturday Morning

Even without our numerous special events, a Saturday spent in Sanford is equally fun and entertaining. Grab a coffee or tea from The Collective (108 S Park Ave), have a comforting breakfast from The Colonial Room (105 E First St), and then head to the weekly farmers’ market at Magnolia Square. There are several exciting vendors and items that are regulars now, including Jerusalem Street Food, Thai tea, French pastries, locally grown mushrooms, tropical plants, and so much more. n

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Having grown up in a family of real estate investors, Caroline specializes in residential buying and selling as well as consulting for investing purposes. This knowledge, coupled with her bachelor’s degree from Rollins College in International Business and Entrepreneurship, has provided her with valuable skills that she uses in daily real estate negotiations, educating homebuyers and sellers, and effectively marketing her listings. During her spare time, Caroline can be found spending time outdoors with her family, tackling projects in her 1920’s Sanford home, and tending to her vegetable garden.

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