Historic Spanish Point celebrating ‘Love is in the Air’ with a number of special events

Orchid care class and Tea with Bertha among activities for Valentine’s week

Image from the Historic Spanish Point website

Building on Historic Spanish Point’s role as a unique “old Florida” wedding venue, special romantic events and activities are being offered at the Osprey site over the next weeks, the site has announced.

“Whether you are looking for a romantic get-away, helpful hints on keeping your orchids happy or how to create a garden for butterflies, Historic Spanish Point is embracing romance by declaring that Love is in the Air throughout the month of February,” a news release says.

Among upcoming events is the following, the release points out:

  • Butterfly Love, Saturday, Feb. 18, from 2 to 4 p.m.: Special tour of Spanish Point’s butterfly garden. Price includes complimentary champagne. Cost: $50 per couple.

To make reservations for Butterfly Love, contact Tracey Viviano at Tracey.viviano@historicspanishpoint.org, the release says.

  • Lovin’ our Library: The Osprey Library located at Historic Spanish Point has put a focus on romance, in keeping with the Love is in the Air theme. The library is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Puppy Love: Puppies are always welcome at Historic Spanish Point, so come on out and share your love for your pet, the release adds. Regular visitor and tour rates apply.

Admission is $12 for adults; $10 for those age 65 and older; and $5 for children ages 5 to 12. Children younger than 5 are admitted free.

For more information, visit the website or call 966-5214. Historic Spanish Point is located at 337 N. Tamiami Trail in Osprey.