GROVELAND - Cherrylake will be kicking off its Farm Days series by hosting a community u-pick event with food trucks, specialty mixed drinks, kids activities, a native pollinator garden, farm tractor rides, an artisan marketplace, and special access to...
You may not have voted for certain candidates, you may be upset with the results and feel your candidate should have won BUT, regardless, the voice of democracy has spoken.  Now is the time to acknowledge the results of the...
Clermont Police continue to build community relations one cup of coffee at a time. The Clermont Police Department will host the next Coffee with a Cop event from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 16, at Suncreek Brewery, located at 790 W....
November 16 - Meat Bingo presented by the VFW Auxiliary #5277 at 855 West DeSoto from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm November 19 - Spaghetti dinner from 4 pm - 6 pm  MENU   spaghetti and meatballs garlic bread salad dessert   $8.00 donation per person   CASH...
submitted by the Groveland Historical Society and Museum Join the Groveland Historical Society and Museum in celebrating its 15th Anniversary on Saturday, November 19th at the Groveland Historical Museum, located at 243 S Lake Ave, Groveland.   The Historical Society will thank and...
submitted by The Kiwanis Club of Clermont A fun morning with a team effort to bring bike safety front and center for children ages 6-12. Complete with a bike safety course, helmet inspections and helmet giveaways were all part of...
On Saturday, November 12, the Clermont Police Department brought bike safety to children 6-12 years old at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center. The Clermont Police Rad Ride event, a free program, educated the kids on bike safety, provided helmet fittings...
Submitted by the Animal League Buzz Lightyear doesn’t know he’s special needs but he might know he’s super special!  Being a staff favorite, Mr. Lightyear has been with us for 5 long months as he gained strength and has gone through...
Improvements to Clermont’s Black Box Theater have been completed just in time for the curtain to go up on the first show of the season. The Black Box Theater, a 192-seat intimate space in the Clermont Performing Arts Center, will...
submitted by the Clermont Historical Society The Clermont Historical Society hosted its 5th annual Heritage Day Festival on Saturday, November 5th on the grounds of the Clermont Historic Village.  The fun-filled day included old-time games for children of all ages...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet   Ray Boutique, located at 694 West Montrose Street in historic downtown Clermont, officially opened its doors on November 9. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated at the ribbon cutting and Tropical Storm Nicole...
Orlando Health has received approval from the state Agency for Health Care Administration to provide acute hospital-level care in adult patients’ homes. Orlando Health Hospital Care at Home launches in February 2023. The program will be available to Orlando Health...
Downtown Clermont presents Candy Cane Lane from 10 am to 4 pm. on Saturday, November 12.  Come check out the Holiday Craft and Gift Show and enjoy music, food trucks, sweets and treats, shopping, dining, and your Pictures with...
Tis” the season to be jolly and what better way to celebrate, than to visit with Santa Claus. Santa Claus will journey down from the North Pole, all the way to Clermont on Saturday, November 12th, and will be at the Belk...
Are you a 5K fan, 10K enthusiast, or Half Marathon lover? We got you covered! Enjoy the beautiful Lake Louisa sights and sounds while "getting in" your run and connecting with an upbeat running community. Registration will be capped, so don't miss...
Starting October 25, the Cagan Crossings Leasing Office, located at 16554 Cagan Crossing Blvd., Suite 1, Clermont, will be collecting donations of Thanksgiving meal items for Hands of Hope America as they plan to provide Thanksgiving meals for 300...
The American Legion Post 63 in Winter Garden is holding a 2.2 Mile Ruck Walk to help raise money and community awareness of the 22 veteran and active duty suicides happening per day due to PTS. Two WWII vets...
GROVELAND, FL - In preparation for and in anticipation of inclement weather due to Tropical Storm Nicole, the City of Groveland offices will be closed on Thursday, November 10, 2022, and Friday, November 11, 2022, in observation and recognition of...
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is once again honoring U.S. military veterans and active-duty personnel during November by offering free passport photos, a savings of $12. “This is our fourth year providing free photos to...
By Isabella Salvatori, Class of ’23 The annual Diversity Fest was held after school on Friday, October 21. Student volunteers proudly carried their country’s flag as they marched around the center of campus, a total of 97 flags in all!...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet   Building Blocks Ministries held its annual celebration on Saturday, November 5th at the Wesley Center in Clermont. Emcee Daniel Whitehouse, a longtime supporter and past board member of BBM, introduced Executive Director Paula Whetro. Whetro...
Here are only a few things happening this week in South Lake.  Nothing Bundt Cakes just opened.  The heavenly cakes truly melt in your mouth. https://youtu.be/Ala54Cq4Ue0   November 11 - Members of The Kiwanis Club of Clermont place a flag on each veteran's...
Lake County - The Florida Department of Health (Department) is monitoring an above-average number of cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Florida communities. This common respiratory virus may cause a higher number of pediatric emergency department visits compared to...
Submitted by The Clermont Historical Society Kim Kahana Sr.; a world-famous stuntman, instructor, and Korean War Veteran; will be the guest speaker at the November 14th meeting of the Clermont Historical Society.  When listing Mr. Kahana’s accomplishments, it is difficult...
by Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School November 5, 2022 - Tallahassee, Florida On Saturday morning, the East Ridge High School girls cross country season came to an end with the conclusion of the Class 4A State Championships at Apalachee Regional Park...
On November 9 at 2 p.m., Charlie Grinker returns to the Clermont Performing Arts Center at the Black Box Theater to honor the brave men and women who serve and protect our country. Charlie Grinker will present "A Salute to...
Submitted by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet   Drive the Goal recently became a member of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and the members celebrated by officiating at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, November 4.   Drive the Goal is a multifaceted...
From the Editor: Before you Vote become An Educated Voter. Learn about the candidates, remembering, sometimes the popular candidate isn’t the best candidate.   Importance of Civic Action and Public Service. The right of the voter to have his/his voice heard shouldn't be...
Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet   The Lincoln Park South Lake Alliance (LPSLA) hosted a Town Hall meeting at the Clermont Elementary School on November 2, to provide a vision and plans from Lake County Schools, Lake Technical College,...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) presented its 11th Annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo at Clermont’s Waterfront Park on Thursday, November 3rd.  Those attending the sold-out event were able to enjoy perfect weather, local tastes of...
“CLERMONT: From Gem Of The Hills to Choice Of Champions” is a book compiled and edited by Doris and members of the Cooper Memorial Library Association. It contains pictures and stories of Clermont and will be available for purchase at...
November marks the beginning of the winter holiday season. Here are some dates to remember through November 9th November 3 - Taste Of South Lake - SOLD OUT November 4 - First Friday Food Trucks and Music on Montrose November 5 -  Sadie Hawkins...
Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet   The Community Foundation of South Lake (CFSL) held its 2022 Donor Appreciation Breakfast on Wednesday, November 2. The celebration was held at the City of Clermont's City Center with attendance that included local...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) is excited to present the 11th Annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo at Clermont’s Waterfront Park on Thursday, November 3rd, 2022, from 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. The cost of admission is...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital and Lake-Sumter State College have partnered together to develop a teaching-learning model that welcomes student nurses to a dedicated medical unit located on the hospital’s campus for their entire clinical rotation. The dedicated education...
Article and Photo by Tracy Smoak Before turning 20, Kenny Lambourdiere left her island home and moved to a foreign country where no one in her family had ever been. Her parents encouraged her to trust the Lord and explore...
Lecture, Cooper Concert Series, Cooking Demonstration & Opera  The Cooper Memorial Library will host several programs in November including a Native American history lecture presented by Jim Sawgrass, a musical performance by Lake Concert Band, a cooking demonstration just in...
Toole's Ace Hardware has recently opened its newest location at 4425 S Highway 27, Clermont (Near the corner of Hwy 27 and Hartwood Marsh Rd). This is the family's 12th store.  Congratulations! Main Squeeze Clermont is opening at 763 W....
OAKLAND, FL — Hailing from Hungary, K9 Ekko is a nearly three-year-old Belgian Malinois/German shepherd mix. He was part of a group of five dogs tested and chosen for Oakland as he displayed the most desirable traits. Ekko is...
Submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club   Continuing in the spirit of giving and remembering our furry friends, the Clermont Woman's Club (CWC) recently donated food, toys and supplies to the South Lake Animal League.  Delivering the goodies is Christine Hoyt...
November's First Friday Food Trucks are coming this Friday, November 4 to Downtown Clermont.  Music will be performed by the Greye Band. Lots of activities for the entire family.
Celebrate gifted education in Lake County on November 3 from 5 pm to 7 pm. Learn about the gifted program for grades K-5 in Lake County. Hear about resources available to parents and their students who are gifted. Participate in...
The Clermont Woman's Club (CWC) presented Around the World in Fashion on October 29 at Gabby’s Banquet and Event Facility. https://youtu.be/WvbOrSQuzCQ The members of the CWC worked on making the event awesome! Attendees enjoyed lunch and a fashion show provided by Janet Carr...
On Saturday, November 5th, the 19th Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation Round Robin Tennis Tourney will be held at Summit Greens. Their last tourney was held in 2019, missing 2020 and 2021 due to COVID.
Submitted by the Clermont Historical Society The Clermont Historical Society would like to invite you to join us on Saturday, November 5th for its annual Heritage Day Festival.  The day will feature lots of fun hands-on activities, demonstrations, games, Read...
Community cookbooks, commonly known as fundraising cookbooks with plastic comb binding, have been around since the Civil War. They serve as a "city directory" of women, with everything from, names, residences, and in some cases familial relationships and photos....
Submitted by the Pastfinders Of South Lake Have you always wanted to learn more about your Roots?  Where did your ancestors come from?  Why did they immigrate to America?  Did they fight in a war? What was the journey of...
Montverde Academy - The Educational Technology and Innovation Program at Montverde Academy has recently been named a Full Sail University High School Partnership Program for its emphasis on creative thinking and hands-on curricula encouraging students to pursue their dreams within...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers Despite the good television weather forecast, when members of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 woke up on October 29 to host their once previously postponed Fly-In, the sky was a solid overcast with low-lying...
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