Written by Alexa Cazenave and Lincoln Baptiste
Volunteering at camp is an incredibly rewarding experience. The camp consists of activities held all throughout the Montverde Academy campus. Each week has a variety of fun themes, such as water fun, creation...
Article by Camille Johnson
When someone we love dies, it feels like a part of you does too. The pain of grief can be so intense that it's hard to think about anything else. But if you don't start taking...
Submitted by Jennifer Ganley, South Lake Chamber of Commerce
The Kiwanis Club of South Lake (KCOSL) was pleased to welcome Richard Yount to the August 4 meeting. Richard presented the club with information about the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central...
The Lake County Division of Solid Waste’s vendor for residential trash and recycling collection, Waste Pro, will return to normal operations on Monday, Aug. 15. The vendor had been experiencing staffing shortages in the unincorporated South Lake County area.
For...
submitted by the Lake County Animal Shelter
The Lake County Animal Shelter is teaming up with NBCUniversal Local to participate in the Clear the Shelters™
2022 pet adoption campaign that will take place Aug. 1 – Aug. 31. This partnership features...
Beta Theta, ESA, a philanthropic service organization in Clermont, showed its love to the teachers of the south Lake Community by providing support for the 32nd Annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast, held on August 8-9.
The two-day event honored approximately 1,450...
Saturday, August 6th turned out to be an extra special day for Blender Boyz and Sugar House Bake Shop as they were both the first-place winners at the People’s Choice Dessert & Summer Drinks Challenge. But they were not...
Submitted by Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society
Land records contain a wealth of genealogical information and can be useful at any stage of your research. Using records like these, you can learn when your ancestors first came to...
Building Blocks Ministries announces the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program sponsorship:
Nondiscrimination Policy: Meals will be available at no separate charge to enrolled eligible participants at the center listed below and will be provided regardless...
Aria Sallin, a rising ninth grader at Montverde Academy, has been training in competitive dance since age 3. She recently competed at Nexstar Dance Nationals with her team from The Dance Collective of Winter Garden. For her solo, Aria...
My name is Otis and I am a 4-month-old Border Collie/Spaniel Blend. I am such a fun guy! I do love a good belly rub, but then again, who doesn’t? They make me soooo sleepy that I doze off...
Join us at Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Blvd., Clermont for a free family history research in-person help day. Held on the third Monday of each month: June 20th, July 18th, and August 15th.
Bring your research and a...
June 1 marked the official start of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane season. The season will run through Nov. 30, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says it is expected to produce above-average activity which would make this the...
Submitted by Diane Harrison
Take charge of your life in Clermont by advocating for your health and wellness. Read on for ways that you can begin to successfully advocate for your health today.
Become Your Own Advocate
The first way you can become...
OAKLAND, FL — The Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland invites you to pull up a chair and enjoy the sounds of live music during the 4th Fridays Music on the Porch: Summer...
Feature Article and Photos by Larry H. Oskin, South Lake Tablet
On August 8, The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a political pre-election event for the South Lake community to meet many of the candidates up for election and...
Lake County is reminding residents of the summertime fertilizer ordinance which prohibits applying fertilizer containing nitrogen and phosphorus to turf or landscaping between June 1 and Sept. 30.
Lake County’s fertilizer ordinance is intended to help reduce nutrient loading from...
Article and Pictures by Linda Charlton
'Normal' can take many shapes and sizes. On Monday and Tuesday in Clermont, normal was a large room full of teachers, gathering for breakfast and screaming with joy. The occasion was the South Lake...
Clermont – The Lake County Solid Waste Division is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way. The County’s Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit will be collecting items from...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
F45 Training Studio just opened in the Clermont Kings Ridge Publix Shopping Center. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce team, supportive businesses and many local dignitaries were on hand for a ribbon-cutting...
Nearly two in five United States homeowners will put themselves and their communities at risk this year. How? By neglecting to call 811 before they dig, according to Common Ground Alliance.
That is why August 11 is recognized annually as...
Feature Story & Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Sean M. Parks is a well-respected Lake County Commissioner from District 2. As Chairman of the South Lake area, Parks loves to work with community service organizations and is deservedly proud of...
The Clermont Garden Club, located at 849 West Avenue, Clermont, will be hosting an Open House and New Member Orientation on August 17, from 10 am to noon.
The club will introduce new members and interested guests to how meetings...
Fall into the Holidays at the Makers Market on October 15 from 5 pm - 9 pm featuring Live Entertainment, Food, Raffles and more.
On October 15 from 9 am - 3 pm enjoy lots of activities including a Craft...
Oakland Town Manager Steve Koontz invites you to join him for coffee and conversation from 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11, at the Oakland Meeting Hall. Coffee will be served at the Meeting Hall, located at 221 N. Arrington...
Anabella Munoz, a rising junior at Montverde Academy, has a fiery passion for helping others, which has fueled her desire to become a neurosurgeon. Throughout her years at MVA, she has made it her mission to promote lifestyle medicine,...
Members of the Kiwanis Club of South Lake (KCOSL) were on hand recently to help out the Lake County Sheriff’s Charities with Project Kid Connect. Project Kid Connect is an annual event that gives free backpacks and school supplies...
By The Animal LeagueMy name is Sadie! I am a gorgeous 3-year-old, female German Shepherd blend and I weigh about 68 pounds. My friends here tell me all the time what a sweet girl I am and I just...
Article by Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School
Photos contributed by David Worthington.
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team’s official practices began on Monday, August 1, 2022. The runners have several weeks of practice to get themselves...
Olympus, the innovative master-planned community and lifestyle destination encompassing 250 acres in central Florida, is revving up for a 2023 groundbreaking on its dynamic Sports Campus. The campus, uniquely programmed to include a cutting-edge Performance institute, impressive range of...
On 08/05/22, at approximately 8:15 pm, the Clermont Fire Department and EMS responded to a residence in the 1400 Block of W. Hwy. 50 for a medical call. The call was made by the wife of the subject, who...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) is hosting the premier political event of the season, the 2022 Lake County Hob Nob, presented by Disney, at the Clermont Arts & Recreation Center on Monday, August 8, 2022, from 5:00...
The Animal League, a 501c3 non-profit charity dedicated to providing a safe haven for cats and dogs, is excited to announce the 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament – “Puttin’ Fore Paws”. This exciting fundraising event, that offers something for...
The Town of Oakland is thrilled to announce the adoption of its new branding. The logo, created by Alarie Design in close coordination with the Town’s Branding Committee, features distinct ties to Oakland’s past with a nod to its...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin, South Lake Tablet
Kassier Kyler-Murry has become a very caring and committed champion for Clermont and South Lake. She continues to organize and successfully hold events to help charities, children, underprivileged families,...
A Clermont First Friday tradition!
Join your family and friends Downtown for live music and food trucks. Each month is a little different than the last, so get set to try some new tastes as well as some popular favorites.
Kick...
Project Scholars, host of Pig on the Pond Community Festival, and FloDash Events are partnering to bring a 5K race back to the popular festival celebrating its 24th year at Waterfront Park.
Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged...
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will be hosting the Summer Book Sale Friday, July 29, and Saturday, July 30, 2022, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm at the Cooper Memorial Library in Clermont.
Books, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles will...
On August 10, from 5 pm to 8 pm. the South Lake Elks are hosting a First Responder Appreciation Dinner to thank First Responders for all they do.
The dinner will take place at the Elks Lodge, located at 649...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting the following school immunization event at the following locations for school-age children only:
Saturday, August 6th from 9:00 A.M. –...
Belk Store of Clermont, 270 Citrus Tower Blvd., along with all Belk Stores, will be having KidFest on Saturday, August 6 from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. The afternoon will be filled with music, fun, and games for the entire...
Back to School Sales Tax Holiday in Florida will be held July 25th through August 7th, 2022
This means No sales tax on school supplies, clothing, footwear, computers and computer accessories—all have spending limits and MUST be purchased in Florida
FOR DETAILS go...
submitted by Jennifer Ganley, the Kiwanis Club Of South Lake
The Kiwanis Club of South Lake (KCOSL) was pleased to welcome Amarilys Ortega to our July 27 meeting. Amarilys presented the club with information about the Guardian ad Litem program in...
submitted By Donna Digennaro, Clermont Historical Society
Come to the Clermont Historic Village, 490 West Avenue, this coming Saturday, August 6thfrom 1:00 to 3:00 PM to join the young and the young at heart for the third annual People’s Choice...
On Sunday, August 7 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am, the VFW Auxiliary will be hosting breakfast at the VFW Lodge 855 W. Desoto St., Clermont
Eat-in or take-out.
For a donation of $8 enjoy:
3 pancakes with 3 slices of...
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded Lake-Sumter State College through the LSSC Foundation $85,000 to support a new renewable energy certificate program and student scholarships.
Lake-Sumter State College is one of 18 organizations across Florida to collectively receive $697,000 in...
The City of Groveland will host its annual Back2School Backpack Bash, on while supplies last, at the Nathaniel Community Gymnasium, located on the grounds of Hope International Church, 13806 State Road 33, Groveland.
By partnering with local organizations and community...
Submitted by the Animal League
My name is Sam and I am a 7-yr old male German Shepherd/Hound Blend and I weigh about 60 pounds. My friends here say I am the sweetest, most gentlest boy they have ever met. ...
The City of Groveland will shine a special spotlight on its special needs families declaring July 29th as Challenge Champions and Heroes Day.
In honor of Challenged Champions and Heroes Day, Groveland is inviting special needs families and friends to...
By Marty Proctor, South Lake Tablet
It is difficult to go through a day and not hear of the struggle that food pantries are dealing with every day. The Neighborhood Center of South Lake (formerly known as The FAITH Neighborhood...