The Animal League
Following the success of last year's event, The Animal League is thrilled to announce the 9th Annual Puttin’ Fore Paws Golf Tournament, dedicated to raising funds and awareness for animal welfare. The tournament will take place on...
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of music on Monday, September 16, 2024, as the Music Remembrance Jazz Quintet takes the stage at First Baptist Church Leesburg, located at 220 N 13th St., Leesburg, FL 34748. The concert,...
As the sun sets below the horizon, the anticipated monthly First Friday event will begin this Friday, September 6. The aroma of sizzling dishes will fill the air and people will head to Downtown Clermont to visit the food...
For most of recorded time, women didn't leave much of a paper trail, but they still had remarkable stories to tell. Although it may appear that they haven't left any documents behind, deeper research into underutilized records will often...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont is thrilled to announce a special fundraising event, "Let's Taco Bout Two Great Causes" set to take place on Saturday, September 7, from 12 pm to 2 pm at the Green Valley County Club...
Whether you’re coming for the food, the community, or to support a worthy cause, the Cagan Crossings Four Corners Food Truck Event is the place to be. Arriving early for the St. Jude fundraiser not only supports a great...
The Healthy West Orange Arts & Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland invites the community to an extraordinary presentation: "The Art of Bird Photography," featuring internationally acclaimed photographer Wei-Shen Chin on September 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. This...
Dr. Heather Bigard has submitted her resignation as the President of Lake-Sumter State College, effective immediately, citing personal reasons to focus on her health and family.
“I have truly enjoyed working with our talented faculty and staff, and most of...
The Groveland Historical Museum invites you to an evening of fun, music, and community spirit at our FREE Karaoke and Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just looking to have some fun, this event is the...
Baby & Me Storytime
Every Monday | 11 - 11:30 A.M.
Join us in our Story Room for a weekly, baby-friendly storytime. Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills,...
Article by Jo Gunston, Journalist, Paralympic Games
On Wednesday 28 August, Paris will host its first-ever Paralympic Games, and will begin with a spectacular Opening Ceremony in the heart of France's capital.
Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées will play host...
Today is National Dog Day, a day to honor our loyal companions who bring so much joy, love, and wagging tails into our lives. Whether they're big or small, purebred or mixed, every dog has a special place in...
A heartfelt plea has been sent out to support Eliana, a loving wife, and a devoted mother of five, who has been courageously battling lupus for years. She is currently undergoing dialysis treatments in preparation for the hope of...
The City of Clermont, in partnership with local business Cherrylake, will proudly unveil a captivating new mural as part of the Downtown Artwalk. Created by artist Justin Alsedek, the mural was commissioned by Cherrylake to reflect its deep commitment...
Construction of phase two of Tucker Ranch Park and Nature Preserve in Winter Garden will commence next month. The new 25.6-acre amenity (Tucker Ranch Holistic Health, Wellness, Teaching Farm and Family Activity Center) will be carved out of the...
On Saturday, August 17, from 11 am to 5 pm, "Bingo and Bourbon for the Blue" fundraiser will be held at the Roasted Spirit, located at 756 W. Montrose St., Ste 105. This event promises a day full of...
The Clermont Police Department and Clermont Fire Department are inviting the community to come together in remembrance of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This solemn ceremony will honor the lives lost and pay tribute to the first...
Greetings Pirates!
Join us this Saturday for our Grand Opening Celebrations! Samples, Promotions and Giveaways throughout the day including Guinness Glass Etching (1 pm-3 pm): Buy a Guinness and receive an etched glass with whatever you’d like etched on...
Leading the way: The USA has received the most medals in the 2024 Olympics: 40 Gold, 44 Silver and 42 Bronze Medals. That’s a total of 126!
Runner up is China with a total of 40 Gold, 27 Silver and 24...
Orlando Health National Training Center will hold lifeguard courses this fall that offer entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies.
The nationally recognized curriculum provided by the American Red Cross will also teach...
July 2024
Hello Clermont Champions!
It is hard to believe we are nearing the end of summer. Fall is quickly approaching and brings with it a new school year, the busiest months of hurricane season, a new budget, and elections.
August 12...
As the sun sets below the horizon, the anticipated monthly First Friday event will begin this Friday, August 2. The aroma of sizzling dishes will fill the air and people will head to Downtown Clermont to visit the food...
submitted by Nate Edmund, South Lake Chamber of Commerce:
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce proudly announces our 34th Annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast, presented by CEMEX, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, and AdventHealth. This event will occur on Monday, August...
by the SOUTH LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) is hosting the premier political event of the season, the 2024 Lake County Hob Nob, presented by Walt Disney World Resort, at the Clermont Arts...
The Live Well Foundation of South Lake
The Live Well Foundation of South Lake is thrilled to announce the addition of two distinguished members to our Board of Directors: Jose M Rubio, Jr. and Dr. Nancy H. Cummings. Both bring...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce held its July Breakfast at the picturesque Sterling Event Venue, a Tuscan-inspired wedding destination located at 20524 CR 455, Clermont. The breakfast, hosted by the City of Minneola, brought together Mayor Pat Kelley,...
Pig on the Pond Community Festival is returning to Clermont's Waterfront Park from October 11-13, 2024. This family-friendly weekend promises a host of exciting activities, including BBQ competitions, junior grillmasters, live music, food trucks, carnival rides, and much more!
Hosted...
The Groveland Police Department's third annual "Christmas in July" Toy Drive, Outdoor Expo, and Car Show will be held on Saturday, July 20 from 10 am to 2 pm at Groveland Ace Hardware, 1007 SR 50, Groveland. This event,...
submitted by The Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont enjoys a tradition of supporting the Lake County Sheriff's Office in its annual “Project Kid Connect” backpack and school supply giveaway.
The club recently donated $1,500.00 to the Lake...
Submitted by The Animal League
This year’s event promises a day of fun, community spirit, and philanthropy, all in support of The Animal League’s mission to protect and care for animals in need.
Event Details: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Time: 8:00 am...
Save the Date: for the Friends of Cooper Memorial Library Book Sale at 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont.
The sale starts Friday, July 26 from 9 - 3:00. Saturday, July 27, from 9 - 3:00. Monday, July 29, the remaining...
Lake Sumter-State College
The 25th Annual Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) athletics Golf Classic is set for Friday, Sept. 13, 2024. LSSC Athletics and the LSSC Foundation, Inc. at Harbor Hills Country Club.
This event raises funds for scholarships that support our...
This is going to be a very busy 4th of July weekend. People want to get outside, celebrate, and socialize. There will be lots of firework displays, concerts, picnics, and neighborhood Bar-B-Qs. As everyone prepares for the holiday, #1...
The City of Groveland will be holding its 4th of July Celebration at Lake David (450 S. Lake Ave., Groveland) from 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm at Lake David.
Live entertainment, food trucks, kids' zone, car show, vendors, fireworks, and...
Break out your favorite red, white, and blue, call your friends, and family, and make plans to celebrate America at Clermont's annual Red, White & BOOM!
The free, family event will be packed with fun activities, tasty foods, and live...
Two track student-athletes from Lake-Sumter State College were standouts at the Puerto Rican National Championships held at Estadio Jose A. Figueroa Freyre in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico. Despite weather delays impacting the schedule, both Santos Aguilar and Darwin Vega Ramos...
Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society
Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to assisting individuals in discovering their family history through education, preservation, and research assistance.
Throughout the year, we offer educational programs through...
Southern Hill Farm hosted its inaugural Sweetcorn Festival on June 8-9, bringing a weekend full of joy, entertainment, and, of course, plenty of sweetcorn. The festival marked the celebration of the sweetcorn harvest and the official kick-off to Southern...
Enjoy a spaghetti dinner while supporting our veterans. This event offers both eat-in and take-out options for your convenience, with drinks available for purchase.
Date: Saturday, June 22
Time: 4 pm - 6 pm
Location: Clermont VFW Post 5277, 855 W. Desoto...
As the sun sets below the horizon, the anticipated monthly First Friday event will begin this Friday, June 7. The aroma of sizzling dishes will fill the air and people will head to Downtown Clermont to visit the food...
The 2024 Hurricane Season has arrived and the City of Clermont has revamped its resources webpage to ease communications during storms.
Please visit https://www.clermontfl.gov/434/Get-Storm-Ready-Now and bookmark the page! With an above-average hurricane season that is expected to produce 17 to...
Submitted by Mary Helen Myers
Sunday, May 19, nine graduates were honored during the morning worship service at the Tuscanooga Baptist Church. Each graduate was presented with a Bible by Pastor Casey Ferguson. This was followed by sharing the future...
The 11th annual Clermont Caribbean Jerk Festival is set for Saturday, June 1, 2024, from 12 to 9 p.m. The free family-friendly cultural event is presented by the Caribbean American Association of Lake County (CAALC) at Clermont’s Waterfront Park...
In a special election for Clermont City Council Seat 2, Todd Howard emerged victorious with 1,806 votes, securing 55% of the total, while his opponent Otis Taylor, Jr. garnered 1,441 votes, or 44%. Howard was sworn in to fill...
The community of Clermont came together to honor the nation's heroes during a special Memorial Day observance, remembering and paying tribute to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This heartfelt event was hosted by the...
Lake Sumter State College - We are happy to announce Kids’ College 2024 registration is open! Early College Programs would like to invite you and the youth in your life to take advantage of this amazing college preparation opportunity....
Since the late 1980s, the Kiwanis Club of Clermont has honored those laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery by placing a USA flag on each site. This heartfelt tradition expanded in 2018 to include first responders. Today, over...
By Coach Brad Lord, South Lake High School
South Lake High School Football will have something to build on going into summer workouts. After a slow start, the Eagles dominated Foundation Academy and won their spring game 49-14. The Eagles...
On Saturday, May 25, the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall arrived in Clermont, escorted by the Patriot Guard Riders. This poignant and powerful tribute to the fallen heroes of the Vietnam War will be available for public viewing over the...
submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake
Calling all family historians, or those who wish to become one. Do you require assistance with your research? Do you have any questions about how to perform genealogy methodology better? Do you need...