[angel222]

I am renting near Spanish Springs from Jan to March (my first time renting) and my daughter, son-in-law and grandkids (ages 9 and 11) are coming down to help me "settle in" from Dec. 30 to Jan 5th. Any suggestions what to see and do at that time for them?? I understand Disney is really overcrowded at this time but is there anything in the Villages I'll be able to share with them since I'm only renting?? New Years Eve fun for family??? Thanks for any help you can give me

Wishing I was a real resident of TV!!!

[downeaster]

I know the Recreation Department sponsors a lot of activities for children in the summer. You might check with them to see if they are doing anything similar during the Holidays.

I believe, as a renter, you have the same privileges as a resident. You should check that out too.

There is a place nearby called Uncle Donald's Farm. It seems to be popular for the younger set. Check it out here http://www.lakecountyfl.gov/hometown...alds_farm.aspx

[Cassie325]

Angel....Uncle D's Farm is a great place!! Also if you do a search on this site for grandkids....you will find MANY things in and around TV's!!! Seeing as this is your first time renting in TV's you may want to stay close to "home"....there are pools, if it is warm enough....and golf carting if you have one (with a seat belt in the back) is more fun for them then you can possibly imagine!!

Just bringing them to ice cream, the squares for dancing and entertainment and golf carting around will bring them MUCH joy!!! With that joy you will be joyful as well!!!

[Becky]

Silver Springs is only about 30 min away. It is like a mini zoo. Has a glass bottom boat and a jeep safari. Animals of course. My g-daughter loved it.

Becky

[downeaster]

Here are three within an easy drive.


Rainbow Springs
Rhttp://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/default.cfmainbow Springs

Homosasa Springs
http://www.homosassasprings.org/Homosassa.cfm

Weeki Wachee Springs
http://www.weekiwachee.com/

[downeaster]

Here are three within an easy drive.


Rainbow Springs
http://www.floridastateparks.org/rai...ault.cfmainbow Springs

Homosasa Springs
http://www.homosassasprings.org/Homosassa.cfm

Weeki Wachee Springs
http://www.weekiwachee.com/

[Best Mom]

J.N.B. Horse haven Farm
352-821-4756
If they want to go on a horseback rides on beautiful gentle horses in the Ocala National Forest...look under the thread- Riding horses in Non Villages discussion.

[angel222]

thanks so much for the info...I'm sooooooo looking forward to spending the next three months at TV but I really wanted to grandkids to see how much fun it can be for grandma!! I can't believe how helpful everyone is -- its like a dream come true......
Thanks Again, Charlene