Tim Murry and Willie Montgomery, lifelong residents of Clermont, believe its time for Clermont to celebrate black culture awareness and pride. "We want to bring a parade to Clermont to honor Dr. King for the ultimate sacrifice he made...
Clermont's Mega Food Truck Rally included something for everyone: A free concert by TC & The Trouble Makers Band, shopping, vendors, crafters, a special Kid’s Zone, a Rock Climbing Wall, a variety of foods brought by numerous food trucks...
Pastfinders Genealogy Society of South Lake County presents the Second Annual Mid-Winter Conference. “ Living in the Present; Discovering Your Past” The Conference will be held on February 8th and 9thfrom 9 am to Noon at Cooper Memorial Library...
submitted by The Animal League
Barry is a Blue-tick Coon Hound Blend that is about 2 years old and is 55 pounds. Barry is a very friendly guy and loves to talk.
Come on out and adopt me or one of my...
Kids soon will have a chance to jump around with their local heroes. The Clermont Police Department will be hosting the 5th annual Lights and Ladders community event on Friday, February 1 from 5-9 pm at Sky Zone Trampoline...
The Lake County Firefighters Charity Chili Cookoff and BBQ Competition will be held on Saturday, January 19th. The 501C3 charity will be hosting its event for the 6th year at Gator Harley Davidson in Leesburg. The event is a...
The Clermont Police Department (CPD) is gearing up to compete against public safety teams across Central Florida for a good cause.
This Saturday, January 12, four members of the Clermont Police Department including Chief Charles Broadway will participate in the...
On Friday, January 11, two years after the Groveland City Council issued a proclamation and resolution calling upon the State of Florida to pardon the men who became known as the Groveland Four, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Executive Clemency...
The Lake County Public Safety Department’s Fire Rescue Division dedicated a new fire truck in honor of fallen Lake County Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Jack Fillman.
Fillman worked tirelessly, serving the citizens of Lake County for 15 years, continuing to...
The City of Groveland announced today that it will defer all city utility fees and will not disconnect nor charge a late fee for employees of any closed federal agencies during the current furlough.
City Manager Mike Hein said that...
submitted by Donna DiGennaro, South Lake County Historical Society
Looking for something to do to entertain all those Northern visitors who have come to “see you” but are really trying to avoid winter weather? Why not visit the Historic Village...
On Wednesday, January 9, Rocky DeStefano opened his second Clermont Chick-fil-A at the corner of Hwy 27 and Hammock Ridge Road. The classic ribbon cutting was held as well as a unique first bite ceremony.
Grand Opening First Bite
Learn more...
In one of its more unique acts of creativity, the City of Tavares is pleased to introduce to the community the newest addition to its vehicle fleet—the Rec Rover!
Beginning as an idea to bring recreational activities to the community,...
The City of Groveland is hosting a Kids Day at the Park along with its once a year Clean & Green Day on Saturday, January 12, from 10 am to 1 pm at Groveland's Downtown Festival Park, 117 N....
The 2018-2019 season at the Clermont Performing Arts Center offers an extraordinary variety of performances to match the diverse tastes of its Central Florida community. From “One Night in Memphis” to “Journey to Oz” to “Flamenco Vivo” and “iLuminate,”...
The shutdown of the Federal Government impacts about 20% of Federal Departments. The City of Mascotte will not disconnect or charge a late fee for any resident that works for one of the closed Federal Agencies.
Residents will need to...
For several centuries, the traditional 40 Hours Devotion has been celebrated in parishes as a time of annual renewal and prayer. It originated in the early part of the 16th Century in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday and Mega Food Truck events. The next Mega Food Truck Rally will be held on January 12, from 2 pm to 9 pm.
Mega Food Truck Rally:...
Learn how to craft paper fortune cookies filled with encouraging words and inspirational phrases. Paper fortune cookies make a unique and uplifting gift for any holiday or celebration. They are also perfect to give to anyone going through a...
Lake Minneola High School is holding a winter baseball camp on Saturday, January 19th, from 9 am to 2 pm featuring local standout players, ex-professional players, and local coaches and players.
The camp will also feature a first time ever parent...
The Congregation Sinai Sisterhood will host its 10th annual fashion show on Tuesday, January 15, at Gabby’s Banquet & Events Facility in Clermont. More than 230 women from the Orlando and Central Florida community are expected to attend this...
submitted by the Animal League
Blondie is a Yellow Lab Blend that is about 3 years old and is 67 pounds. Blondie listens well to basic commands and loves to play with other friendly dogs.
Come on out and adopt me...
The Lake County Agency for Economic Prosperity will host an application learning session for the tourism Capital Projects Funding Grant program at 9 am on Monday, January 14, at Economic Prosperity’s Visit Lake Office, located at 20763 U.S. Highway...
A golf car rodeo, a golf tournament, delicious dinners, live performances and an ice cream social are among the number of fundraising events scheduled during Clerbrook Residents’ Charities annual Cornerstone Hospice Week, January 19 – 26.
The week of events...
Rocky DeStefano is celebrating the opening of his second Chick-fil-A restaurant at 3365 Hammock Ridge Road, Clermont on Wednesday, January 9 and is inviting residents to join in the opening festivities and register to participate in the Chick-fil-A First...
The Congregation Sinai Sisterhood will host their annual Tu B’shvat holiday celebration service starting at 7:30 pm on Friday night, January 18. Congregation Sinai will host a special Rebbe’s Table service welcoming Shabbat with a special focus on Tu...
Don’t miss your chance to camp out at Waterfront Park.
Registration is now open for the City of Clermont’s third annual Great Clermont Campout. The event goes from 11 am Saturday, February 2, to 11 am Sunday, February 3 at...
East Ridge High School Drama department presents QUILT on the Main Stage at East Ridge High School.
QUILT is a collage of stories for, from and about the NAMES Project A.I.D.S. Memorial Quilt, the most powerful piece of spontaneous art ever created....
Governor Rick Scott recently announced five awards for nearly $9 million in funding from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. The Florida Job Growth Grant Fund, established by Governor Scott and the Florida Legislature in 2017, provides $85 million...
January Program at Cooper Memorial Library
Cooper Memorial Library will host a program sponsored by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and Cornerstone Hospice of Lake County on Wednesday on January 16th from 10 am to 12 pm in room 108...
The Lake County Public Safety Department’s Fire Rescue Division will dedicate a new fire truck in honor of fallen Lake County Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Jack Fillman.
Fillman worked tirelessly, serving the citizens of Lake County for 15 years, continuing...
"Since the Lake County Animal Shelter transitioned to a no-kill facility, the current shelter has struggled with overcrowding. The new facility will allow us to better serve the pets as they wait for new homes," said Lake County Animal...
The City of Clermont will give out a thousand free Slash pine tree seedlings with instructions on how to care for them in honor of Florida’s Arbor Day.
The annual event will be held on Saturday, January 19 at Lake Hiawatha...
The Moonlight Players’ Warehouse Theater is a non-profit performing arts organization located in Historic Downtown Clermont at 735 W. Minneola Avenue, Clermont.
This spring the Moonlight Players will be presenting:
First Date
April 26th-May 12th, 2019
Aaron is a "blind date virgin," while...
The City of Groveland recently named Taco Bell “Business of the Month.” The restaurant at 7763 State Road 50 will celebrate its one-year anniversary on January 4, and store Manager Sean Patrick said the popular restaurant has been wildly...
Clermont Toastmasters held its last meeting of 2018. Meetings will resume on Monday, January, 7th.
Congratulations to Best Speaker, Landon Proctor; Best Evaluator, Sabrina K Mallay; Most Improved, David Walker; Best Table Topics, Donna Clancy Wong
Curious about Toastmasters? Attending a meeting is a...
Submitted by Donna Digennaro, South Lake County Historical Society
It was a great 2018 for Clermont’s Historic Village and the South Lake County Historical Society. Many people visited the Village, not only from Clermont, Lake County, Florida or even the...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Truck events with the next one planned for Friday night, January 4 from 5:30 pm to 9 pm. With a live band, food trucks, special...
by Michelle Delaney,
SOUTH LAKE TABLET
The year is coming to an end and many people take this time to reflect upon the past year.
No one can say they understand or how they will react to what life throws at them....
Instead of a sleigh, members of Beta Theta, a chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha, packed their cars with gifts and headed to their traditional visit to Leisure Manor, an assisted living facility in Minneola.
Each year for decades, as the...
By Michelle Delaney
(pictures taken at Champions Pointe Disc Golf Course in Lake Hiawatha Preserve)
On a cool, crisp day in October 2015, I was introduced to the game of disc golf while visiting family in Summit County, Colorado. It was...
The Groveland Police Department recently began a new patrol system for businesses that gives officers high-tech tools to provide added security. Groveland police are thought to be the first in the county to use the new QR-Patrol, which turns...
Lake County Fire Rescue recently celebrated the promotion of Carter Cork to the rank of lieutenant. In his new role, Cork will be responsible for the safety of citizens, property, and his assigned crew.
To be promoted to the rank of...
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The staff of the SOUTH LAKE TABLET thanks you for your support and involvement in spreading community news and business updates throughout south Lake community. We will continue to celebrate community successes, encourage community pride, and school...
Mind Immersions, the long-awaited virtual reality entertainment center, opened on December 15. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce welcomed the business to the community at an official ribbon cutting.
Jesse Domerack, the owner of Mind Immersions Entertainment Center, said he wanted to bring...
DOUBLE BILL: CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA/PAGLIACCI
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will host a special showing of the operas Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci on Monday, January 7, at 1:45 pm in room 108 B. Cavalleria Rusticana (Italian for "rustic chivalry")...
submitted by The Animal League
Odette is an Akita Blend that is about 9 weeks old and will be 70-100 pounds full grown. Odette is a fun-loving puppy that loves to play!
Visit and adopt me or one of my friends!...
submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake County; Genealogy Society
Who Do You Think You Are? Finding your Roots, Genealogy Roadshow, and Long Lost Family are some of the popular TV shows about people finding who their ancestors were. It...
Jenkins Hyundai and Jenkins Auto Group has donated a Hyundai Santa Fe to the LSSC Foundation for use on Lake-Sumter State College’s campuses.
“I was talking with Dr. Byrd and she said there was a need for a vehicle for...
Lake County Schools’ graduation rate jumped 6.3 percentage points, increasing from 77.8 percent in 2016-17 to 84.1 percent in 2017-18, according to data released today by the Florida Department of Education.
Seven of the district’s eight high schools saw an...