DeBary Hall Plans Family Events in December

Posted On: November 14, 2025

Learn how to give the gift of natives, take a guided bicycle tour, and more at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd., in December.

Line Dancing Lessons:5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Dec. 4 and 11. 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 $5 charge for each class.

Story Time at DeBary Hall:9:30 a.m. Fridays, Dec. 5 and 19. 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.

Master Gardener Lunch & Learn: Give the Gift of Natives: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. Celebrate the season of giving by learning how to give the gift of natives. During this free, interactive program, a certified master gardener will explain why native plants are the best choice for a healthy, sustainable landscape and how they can bring beauty and balance to your yard year-round. Discover which native plants thrive in full sun, shade, and those in-between spaces, while gaining practical tips for planting, caring for, and sharing these hardy favorites with others. Bring your lunch and gardening questions for a relaxed, informative session.

Guided Bicycle Tour: 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17. Join DeBary Hall historians Tracy Mestre and Lisa Perez for an eight-mile bike ride from Lake Beresford Park to Blue Spring State Park. Riders will learn about the area's history and native plants at several stops along the way. Come for the whole tour or as far as you want to ride. Children and teens aged 12 and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Bring a helmet and water. Sunscreen is recommended. The bike ride is free with a $2 fee for entry into Blue Spring State Park.

Swing into Contra: 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17. Join an experienced caller for an engaging, beginner-friendly class designed to introduce the lively tradition of contra dance. Partners and prior experience are not needed. During this free, two-hour class, a caller will guide participants through each step, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun.

Lemonade Lecture: From Pixie Dust to Protest: 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20. Join journalist and author Mike Schneider for a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of Disney's character performers and their struggles for union democracy, inspired by his book "Mickey and the Teamsters: A Fight for Fair Unions at Disney."

DeBary Hall, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is managed by Volusia County's Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. It's open from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, contact Lisa Perez at 386-668-3840 or [email protected].

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