Sanford Florida Cultural Center

The Higgins House Makes its Film Debut

We were extremely honored to have a movie filmed in our B&B (and home) during the first couple of weeks we moved into the place in August.  It was a great time and a very memorable moment that we will treasure forever.  Thanks to the crew and director of "Charmed" we can now officially say that the Higgins House has made true film debut.

A Higgins House Poem by Kaley DellaSala - The previous owners of the Higgins House beautiful daughter Kaley wrote a poem about their Bed and Breakfast.  She entered this poem in her 4th grade class and out of all the students, she took first place.  We thought we'd share it with you.  We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

Helen Stairs Theatre for the Performing Arts - Located in Downtown Sanford

Helen Stairs Theatre

The Helen Stairs Theatre for the Performing Arts is home to many productions including national acts and local talents.  They recently started an extremely successful Youth Theater where they provide an opportunity for local kids from around Central Florida to take part in a theater production.  The kick off youth production was the Wizard of Oz.  Please check out the following page and see our favorite highlights of this incredible play.  Wizard of Oz link

Parents, feel free to download any of the pictures you find in that section and email me if you need any more as I have tons of others.  Also, if you wish to discuss the Wizard of Oz play, or stay in touch with cast members or their families, please feel free to visit our Helen Stairs Forum Discussion.

Enzian Theater - Located in Winter Park Florida

Enzian Theater

The Enzian Theater in Winter Park, Florida is world renowned for its Film Festival and showing of movies not readily available in most commercial movie theaters.  They have something going on every week, so check out their calendar and see what they have to offer.

Ice House Theatre - Mt. Dora, Florida

Ice House Theatre

The Ice House Theater puts on some of the best plays in Central Florida.  Our first exposure to their theater was the play, Sweeney Todd where even my 9-year old daughter found it amazing.  Mt. Dora also has many antique stores and a historic district much like Sanford.

Theatre Downtown - Orlando, Florida

Theatre Downtown

This theater is located near downtown Orlando.  It's a perfect venue to top off an evening of wining and dining downtown.  While you're in the area, be sure to visit Wallstreet Center and Thorton Park.  So much to do, so little time.

Sanlando Depression Glass Show - Sanford Civic Center

Millies Glass and China

Two times per year, Millies Glass and China host one of the largest depression glass shows in the country right here in downtown Sanford.  Please check out our write up of their show and be sure to attend the next event.  We'll keep you posted on the dates.

Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival - Located in Downtown Winter Park

47th Annual Winter Park Art Festival

On March 17th, 18th and 19th, the Winter Park Art Festival returns to downtown Winter Park.  Come see an amazing display of art from artists all around the U.S. and enjoy the entertainment provided by a world renowned lineup of popular jazz musicians.  For more information on the Winter Park Art Festival, check out the following link;

Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival.

More to come, including

Sanford Art Festival - coming soon

Maitland Art Festival - coming soon

If you decide to make your vacation part of Sanford, Florida, don't forget to stay at the Higgins House.