Every Monday the charity Muse Fights Hunger takes over the Muse Bar&Bistro, located at 2385 S US-27, Clermont, and invites anyone to come in for a great meal at absolutely no cost to them. Donations are accepted but not required.
A...
by Marty Proctor, SOUTH LAKE TABLET
Groveland-based robotics team 8057, All Wired Up held its build season kick-off at the Lake David Center Saturday, January 7. The team met to watch the introduction of this year’s FIRST FRC Charged Up...
Work on the 3rd phase of the Clermont Streetscape project is scheduled to resume on Monday, Jan 9, at the intersection of W. Montrose Street and Lake Avenue. The work is expected to take about four weeks to complete,...
Article and Pictures by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Bennett Law Center has officially relocated to a brand new, beautiful two-story building located at 302 West Orange Street in Groveland.
"The building, affectionately known as the All Nations Building...
Beta Theta’s 16th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration is back! After two years of COVID restrictions, the members of Beta Theta are ready to hold their signature, costumed event on Saturday, February 18th at the Clermont Performing Arts Center.
Beta Theta ESA was...
Article and Photos by Sanvhi Gandhi, ’28, SGA Historian
Montverde Academy Middle School's SGA held its fall-themed social. There were a variety of activities including watching themed movies, eating s’mores, dancing, doing some fun-themed art, and even a MUMMY WRAP! A...
Pictures and Photos by Marty Proctor, South Lake Tablet
At 10 am on Wednesday, January 4th, Mecum Auto Auctions opened with its theme song “Thunder” by AC/DC. The auctioneers and crowd stand up, shout and even dance to the strains...
Orlando Health is hosting one hiring event on Tuesday, January 10, at the Orlando Health Training Center from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm at 1935 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont, FL 34711
The following positions are available:
Registered Nurses
Registered Respiratory Therapists
...
Oakland Heritage Day, presented by Orlando Health and in partnership with Healthy West Orange and the Oakland Nature Preserve, returns this month to commemorate Oakland’s 135th anniversary. The time-honored festival will be revitalized with fresh, new experiences tailored for...
Below are Featured Events at Cooper Memorial Library This February
The Friends Opera Club: Macbeth
Monday, January 23 | 1:45 - 5 pm
For Adults - The Friends Opera Club invites students and the public to attend educational programs, classes, and discussions...
Learn to decoupage with delicate dried flowers as you embellish a wooden box with a design of your own imagination. Instructor is Teri Mallory, a Florida Federation of Garden Clubs (FFGC) floral judge. Ms. Mallory will bring delicately dried...
submitted by the Clermont Historical Society
January in Florida is a great time to be outdoors and the Clermont Historical Society invites you to join them at Clermont’s Historic Village. Situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Minneola, the Village...
submitted by the Animal League
Hi Friends! My name is Sandy and I am a 45-pound, female, 9-year-old German Shepherd/Terrier Blend. I recently lost my Dad and became homeless. My friends at The Animal League took me in and promised they...
By Grace Rabano & The Clermont Garden Club
Every month, from September through May, Clermont Garden Club members loan plants to Cooper Library and Clermont City Hall to promote horticulture awareness and connect our community to Clermont Garden Club’s programs,...
Articles and Photos By Ted Luebbers
You may remember the nursery rhyme, “ Humpty Dumpty sat on the wall. Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. All the king’s horses and all the king’s men couldn’t put Humpty together again”.
The Humpty Dumpty...
submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club
The members of CWC started the new year by learning about "the special things" hospice provides to their patients. Cheryl Rumbly, Cornerstone's Community Liaison, shared stories of the "above and beyond" things that Cornerstone...
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, January 18th at Papa’s Diner located at 626...
Looking for something to do to kick off the weekend on the right note?
Head to Downtown Clermont, W. Montrose Street, between 5:30 pm and 9:00 pm for First Friday Food Truck Extravaganza and Music on Montrose.
This Friday, enjoy live...
By Nichole Smith, MVA Communications Coordinator
Trevor Turnquist, a senior at Montverde Academy, has a passion for technology, and he plans to major in computer science and electrical engineering when he goes to college. “My passion for started with...
Live Well Foundation of South Lake elected Rodney Drawdy as Chair at its November board meeting. Drawdy officially replaced Dr. Kasey Kesselring on January 1, 2023.
“Our goal at the Live Well Foundation of South Lake is to provide needed...
Lake Technical College raised funds and awareness for breast cancer in October by designing and selling t-shirts! Lake Tech students contributed to the t-shirt design that incorporated Lake Tech’s logo, the United States flag and the breast cancer awareness...
by Michelle Delaney, SLT Editor
Today is the final day of 2022 and what a year it has been!
I can't say I'm sad to say farewell to 2022. These past few years haven't held many magical moments but have...
By Tank Chavous, ’27, SGA Representative
The 8th grade Washington, D.C., trip was one of the most wonderful educational experiences I've ever been a part of. From the historical museums to the flavorful food, Washington, D.C., amazed my peers and...
The Neighborhood Center of South Lake is a food pantry providing services for those needing assistance in the south Lake Community.
The Neighborhood Center of South Lake's refrigerated truck is in need of costly repairs. A GoFundMe page has been...
College Admission now opening at Lake Tech College.
Be in a brand new career this year.
Register now at https://laketech.org
Clermont Main Street, an organization comprised of downtown businesses passionate about investing in the longstanding heart of Clermont which is in its downtown, will host its inaugural State of Clermont Main Street Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, at 6 p.m.
“As...
Catherine Meginley was joined on December 29, 2022, by many of her family and friends to celebrate her 99th birthday at the Olive Garden in Clermont, Florida.
Catherine has lived in Clermont since 1973, and has always been an...
On Saturday, January 21, 2023, a 5k Foam Race and the 2nd Annual Art Festival to support Minneola’s phase two of the “Murals on the Trail” Project will be held.
The day begins at 8 am with a Foam 5K...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 at the Leesburg International Airport in Florida held a Young Eagles Rally on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
These flights are designed to give young people their first experience in the...
Submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake
Mark your calendar to attend the Pastfinders Cultural and Genealogical Community Showcase at Cooper Memorial Library. Earlier this year, Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society scheduled a day to celebrate Family. It was supposed to...
Pastfinders mission is to educate the public on the art and science of preserving family history. Learning about your roots, where you came from, and the struggles your family made to get you where you are today can open one’s...
By the Clermont Police Department
Help protect your home:
Lock your doors and windows
Close your garage doors
Lock your vehicles
Do not keep your keys, firearms or valuables inside your vehicle
Close your curtains or blinds when not at...
By Nichole Smith, MVA Communications Coordinator
Here at Montverde Academy, students have seemingly infinite opportunities to sharpen the technical skills needed to prepare them for a variety of careers in STEM. But once they enter the job market, what will...
It is said that The President’s Hall of Fame has the largest collection of Presidential artifacts in the world. It's also one of Florida's oldest remaining original roadside attractions.
The original President’s Hall of Fame was built in Clermont next...
The Florida Supervisors of Elections Association will offer four $1,200 scholarships for 2023 to college students, according to Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays.
Applicants must be registered Florida voters and live in the state for at least the...
Below is Kehlor Recreation Center's Weekly Schedule for January 2023. The Center is located at 466 West Minneola Ave., Clermont.
For more details, contact ADingman@ClermontFL.org.
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce is in business to help businesses succeed. More than 700 members serve as the economic drivers for the region. Through networking opportunities including the Chamber's Young Professionals Group, monthly breakfasts and Business After...
Annika Sweatt has been volunteering with her grandmother, Dina Sweatt, since she was 2-1/2 years old.
In the summer and during holiday breaks from school, Annika works at the Neighbor Center of South Lake (formerly Faith Neighborhood Center). You may...
submitted by Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will soon present its annual New Year Concerts featuring “Dazzling Dances” with special guest conductor Paul Hostetter.
January Concert Performances: These two new concerts will begin with the flashing “Ruslan...
Beta Theta, ESA celebrated Christmas a little early this year. They busily prepared presents for a mom and her 3 young children who have fallen upon difficult times. The presents were gathered at their Christmas party at the home...
The South Lake Chamber Holiday Breakfast was held at Clermont City Center on December 16. A special musical performance was presented by Caponi's Cannolis School of the Arts.
The Caponi's Cannolis School of the Arts provides a musical outlet for...
Have you always wanted to learn more about where you come from? Who were your ancestors? What brought them to America? They may have fought in the war? What was the journey of the people who brought you to...
Groveland - On Saturday, December 17th, the 10th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Gift Explosion was held at Lake David Park in Groveland to the delighted of approximately 300 people.
Santa Claus was there as well as Cocomelon, Spiderman, the Grinch,...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont welcomed its new friends from the Girl Scouts of America Troop 3040 of Groveland/ Mascotte on Tuesday for a meet-and-greet presentation by troop leader Tina Wray. The troop is very active in the area...
submitted by The Animal League
Hi Friends! My name is Jack Frost and I am a 2-year-old, 46 pound, Bluetick Hound Blend. I am such a friendly guy and I love to play with everyone! I hope you have some...
Lake County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has announced a pickup location for Clermont residents in anticipation of this weekend’s arctic blast.
Clermont Residents seeking cold weather shelter can obtain free bus transportation at the Citrus Tower for shelter locations in...
Photos and Article by Chuck Seaver, SOUTH LAKE TABLET
The Well of Hope, 16605 Sunrise Lakes Boulevard, Clermont-Four Corners, held their 8th Annual Joy of Giving holiday food and toy giveaway on Saturday, December 17th.
One hundred-fifty families, with sixty...
Pictures and Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The 6th Annual Wreaths Across America ceremony was held December 17th at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clermont. The annual ceremony was organized by Trish Gardner, Regional Representative of Wreaths Across America (WAA)....
Submitted by Kiwanis Club of Clermont
Students through the 5th grade were recognized recently with a ceremony at New Hope Christian Academy acknowledging their accomplishments.
December's Terrific Kids are Alejandra, Kiwanian Kathy Scherer, Emma, Lorelei, and Ivan
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program...
Submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club
Our very own Elves, Connie Carlson, Helen Cooney and Debbie Milwee made a delivery of toys and gifts to the Clermont Head Start Program helping to make the holiday special for the little ones! ...