On Saturday, December 10th, at 10 am, Groveland kicked off its charming 31st Annual Christmas Parade. The theme of this year's holiday events was, "Christmas Cheer Throughout the Years", highlighting seasonal traditions as part of the conclusion to the...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Santa came to South Lake County this past weekend to kick off the holiday season at several locations including the Four-Corners Community.
Arriving in a big red fire truck, Santa was greeted...
The City of Minneola hosted its Fifth Annual Moonlight Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 10. Floats, music, colorful lights and, of course, Mr. and Mrs. Claus were all part of the festive parade.
After the Parade,...
Article and Photos by Marty Proctor, South Lake Tablet
On Friday night December 9, Groveland hosted its tree lighting ceremony. Keeping the family-friendly focus, Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus were in attendance, happily visiting with kids and their parents inside the Puryear...
On Thursday, December 8, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital celebrated the topping out of the new 95-bed patient tower with beam signing and time capsule sealing
Lake County elected officials and community members were there to help celebrate another major...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Members from the Clermont Police Department and the Lake County Sheriff's Department met on Friday, December 9th for the 10th Annual Battle of the Badges Basketball Game. The police department team...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Charity Across South Lake is in full operation preparing for the third annual Christmas Across South Lake toy giveaway program. The program serves families in the South Lake County area that...
It's a Big weekend in the South Lake Community. Spotlighted are only a few of holiday happenings. Go to the SLT CALENDAR to view many more holiday happenings.
GROVELAND - December 9 and 10: The City of Groveland Will host Holiday...
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Building Blocks Ministries Day Training Program was honored to be chosen by Real Life Christian Academy as one of fourteen organizations throughout Central Florida to participate on Friday, November 18th in the Academy’s SALT Project. (Serving and Learning Together)....
By Nichole Smith
On Thursday, November 17, Opera Orlando presented “All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” in the Sandra O. Stephens Fine Arts Center at Montverde Academy. Students from the Middle School and the Fine Arts Conservatory were...
Photos and Article By Ted Luebbers
On the evening of December 3, the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 got together to celebrate Christmas at the Leesburg International Airport administration building.
This was a festive catered affair that included an old-fashioned Yankee Gift...
Thirty outstanding career and technical students at Lake Technical College were recognized on December 1st as the newest inductees into the National Technical Honor Society. Students were selected by their instructors based on their excellent attendance (90% or higher),...
“CLERMONT: From Gem Of The Hills to Choice Of Champions” is a book compiled and edited by Doris Bloodsworth and members of the Cooper Memorial Library Association. It contains pictures and stories of Clermont.
Books can be purchased at Cooper...
Submitted by the Animal League
Hi Friends! My name is Rosie and I am as sweet as my name. I am a 50#, 3-year-old German Shepherd blend and I am looking for my forever family. I came to The Animal League...
By Nichole Smith, MVA Communications Coordinator
Imen Nasser, a principal violinist in MVA’s Music Conservatory, has been playing the violin since she was three years old. She played for the National Youth Orchestra in Venezuela from age 7 to age...
The Baby DJ Toy Drive will take place at the Florida Citrus Tower on Saturday, December 10. The event will kick off with a spectacular light show at 7 pm. Donate a toy and get a free ride to...
Kiwanis Club of Clermont is asking for your help to raise funds to support Kids Need Kiwanis.
Order a Honey Baked Ham gift card for yourself or as a gift and the Kiwanis Club of Clermont will receive a 20%...
Minneola's 5th Annual Moonlight Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 6 pm. The parade starts on Disston Avenue and the route includes portions of Disston Ave., Seminole Ave., Pearl St., Main Ave., Silverton St. and...
Keeping the spirit of Christmas in Clermont was entwined with fun, fellowship and goodwill throughout last weekend's Light Up Clermont events.
"Claus in Clermont", a themed weekend of family fun, had something for everyone.
Light Up Clermont- December 2
The fun began...
The City of Groveland will host a weekend series of charming holiday events for the community to enjoy. This year’s 31st annual celebration theme is Christmas Cheer Throughout the Years, dedicated to highlighting Groveland’s seasonal traditions as part of...
"Cookies and Cocoa" is set for Friday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 9 am in Downtown Clermont. Merchants provide free, yummy cookies and rich, hot chocolate and local entertainers perform at City Hall Park. Be sure to stroll around and see...
December 11 at 8 pm
Al Jardine, is a guitarist, vocalist and songwriter best known for being one of the founding members of the California-based group, The Beach Boys. In 2010, Al released his first studio album, “A Postcard from...
Bring your dogs, cats, birds, lizards, racoons, rats, ferrets, pigs, goats and any other pets you have to The Animal League Thrift Store in Downtown Clermont (770 W. Montrose St.) from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, December...
The Tonsorium Mens Grooming Lounge by Juliet recently celebrated its one-year anniversary. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
"Juliet is a master at her craft", says one of her satisfied patrons. "From the moment you...
On Dec. 9th, the Clermont Police Department will partner with the Clermont Fire Department and battle against the Lake County Sheriff’s Office in their annual, Battle of the Badges basketball game to support a local charity.
The friendly rivalry will...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont capped its 33rd Annual Light Up Clermont '22 festivities with a Hometown Parade in Historic Downtown Clermont on Saturday, December 3rd. Forty-eight entries made up the "Claus...
Every Monday, MUSE Bar+Bistro fights hunger in the community from 11 am to 8 pm. A free, 3-course meal is provided to those in need. No payment is requested or required, and all are welcome to join the community event....
On Saturday, November 19, the City of Clermont hosted 50 businesses and organizations that transformed Victory Pointe into a winter wonderland of beautifully decorated trees.
This year’s Enchanted Holiday Forest was themed “Claus in Clermont” and the result of the...
MASCOTTE - Thursday, December 1 (5:30 pm - 8:00 pm) Holiday Vendor Market and Tree Lighting at Mascotte 1st Annual Hometown Holiday Celebration at Thomas Memorial Civic Center. Santa will be there to see the tree lighting at 7:00 pm. Free...
OAKLAND, FL — Offering exciting experiences and classic holiday joy, the Town of Oakland is thrilled to announce “Santa’s Lane” is returning bigger and jollier than ever with more sparkling lights and new activities including an alpine slide, snow...
By Arnold Sanchez, VP of Operations at Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
Do you ever feel that – between shopping lists, seasonal décor and packaging – we spend most of the holiday season buying, gifting and throwing things away? It’s...
Residents in the Clermont community and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to receive free dental services at Citrus Grove Dental Care on Thursday, December 8.
Drs. Christine Tran, Charles Helms and team at Citrus Grove Dental Care will be...
submitted by the Animal League
My name is Duchess and I am a 1-year-old female Domestic Shorthair. My friends at the Animal League took me in when I was very pregnant and was only with them 14 days and had...
The Leesburg Florida Stake Day of Service and Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Saturday, December 3rd at the Leesburg Stake Center, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 2615 Waycross Avenue in Eustis.
Lake County residents are...
submitted by the South Lake Art League (SLAL)
South Lake Art League President Lisa Harris, and SLAL Show Director Kathy Henderson announced the High School Art Show opening with a reception on Saturday, November 12. The exhibit will be on...
Tuesday, November 29, began a new phase in Clermont City Government. At the City Council meeting, Timothy Bates left his position as Mayor Pro Tem and Council Member after 10 years of service to the city; Michael Gonzalez, a...
Join us for the Champions Swim Run at 1 PM on Sunday, Dec 4th at the National Training Center.
We are excited to offer a fun, community event that utilizes the beautiful NTC pool--with distance options for ALL ability levels.
The...
Put a little Claus In your Christmas at Clermont's Light Up Clermont on December 2 and 3, 2022.
Light Up Clermont has something for everyone this year, full of enchantment and fun.
This year's theme, "Claus in Clermont" is sure to delight everyone.
The...
The Annual Chick-Fil-a Spectacular Light Up Ceremony was held to kick off the holidays on Saturday, November 26.
The Florida Citrus Tower was illuminated with twinkling lights, while seasonal songs proclaimed the beginning of the holidays. Snow was in the air...
Article by Tracy Smoak
With a kind heart and jovial outlook, Tom Nichols makes the perfect Santa. His calm demeanor, cultivated growing up as the only son with five sisters in Clermont, suits a jolly character with a fashion preference...
Mascotte is celebrating its 1st Annual Hometown Holiday with lots of fun-filled family activities
Thursday, December 1, at 7 pm, Mascotte will kick off the holidays at Tedder-Thomas Memorial Civic Center at its tree lighting. There will be music, a...
The Lake County Sheriff's Office recently sponsored a Sheriff's Citizen Academy in Clermont with the purpose of building better communications between citizens and law enforcement through education.
An invitation to attend was issued to the Clermont Woman's Club and...
The City of Minneola will host its Fifth Annual Moonlight Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 10 at 6:00 pm. The Parade route is more extensive this year, you can go to the City’s website for a detailed map at...
The 33rd Light Up Clermont is just around the corner and with it comes lots of holiday fun, shopping and special events for the entire family.
This year's theme, "Claus in Clermont" is sure to delight everyone.
The fun begins on Friday, Dec....
On Saturday, November 19, the City of Clermont was the host to 50 businesses and organizations who signed up to transform Victory Pointe into a winter wonderland of beautifully decorated trees.
This year's enchanted Holiday Forest was themed "Claus in...
The South Lake Elks Club is holding its annual Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday, December 3rd at sunset.
Spectators - Find a comfortable spot to sit on the public shoreline on Lake Minnehaha or Lake Minneola. The lighted boat parade...
SunRail is offering extended train service every Friday from November 25 through December 30. The extra southbound train will depart the DeBary Station at 9:30 p.m. and travel to the Poinciana Station, making all station stops along the way....
submitted by Marty Proctor
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is planning improvements along U.S. 27 from north of Lake Louisa Road to north of Cluster Oak Drive in Clermont.
The purpose of this project is to repave this segment of...
Head on out to CherryLake Farms, 7836 Cheery Lake Rd., Groveland, this Saturday, 11/26, between 10 am and 4 pm, where for every Gallon Bucket of Tangerines you pick, you will be given the opportunity to donate tangerines back...