DeBary Hall Offers Family Programs in September

Posted On: August 18, 2026

Whether you're an avid birder or looking to plant a fall garden, DeBary Hall Historic Site has something for the whole family in September.

Wing it Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2. Lace up your walking shoes and head to Lake Monroe Park for a guided bird walk led by DeBary Hall staff. You will learn about the park's history and cultural significance, practice live bird identification by sight and sound, and receive assistance adding new species to your personal "life list." Keep an eye out for the tufted titmouse, barred owl, and northern mockingbird, plus seasonal surprises. Binoculars are encouraged but not required. Meet at Lake Monroe Park, 975 U.S. Highway 17-92, DeBary, in the parking lot to the far left, closest to the trail entrance for the Lake Monroe-Gemini Springs-DeBary Hall trail.

Florida Fossils: 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. Travel through time with Derek Demeter, director of the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College. He will explore Florida's geological timelines and the fossils found within them, including many examples for guests to see and touch. Outside of his role as an astronomer, Demeter is a SCUBA diver and fossil hunter. This presentation is part of the Lemonade Lectures series. Light refreshments and lemonade will be served. Registration is not required.

Fall Garden Planning: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Join certified Master Gardener Pam Martinez for an interactive Lunch & Learn on the basics of planning and planting a fall garden. Bring your lunch and gardening questions for this informative discussion.

Line Dancing Lessons: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10 and 24. 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, Sept. 11 and 25. Join staff for a fun and engaging morning featuring stories, songs, and crafts designed to inspire a love of reading and learning. This program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome.

DeBary Hall Historic Site, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is managed by Volusia County's Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. The site is open 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].