Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The property located at 620 West Montrose Street, Clermont, has a rich history of business operations from the early days of Clermont’s existence to the current occupant, the City of Clermont’s City Center....
By Nichole Smith
The Middle School social studies department at Montverde Academy incorporates financial literacy into their curriculum. Ms. Courtney Williams, a sixth-grade social studies teacher at Montverde Academy, has spearheaded a program she calls Financial Fridays where she takes...
Submitted by Grace Rabano and The Clermont Garden Club
Members of the Clermont Garden Club, led by Helen Ribbe, beautified the grounds at Minneola Place, an assisted living facility on S.Main St. in Minneola. With a generous cash donation, the...
Join the Full Moon Dance And Drum Circle on Saturday, Dec. 30 from 6 pm to 8 pm. at Banks Farm, 1700 Sams Lake Rd., Clermont. To learn more, visit https://bankshelfrich.com.
Dance By the Light Of the Moon.
submitted by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club
The Clermont Woman's Club members visited with many of their Clermont neighbors at Heritage Day. They also took the opportunity to present their annual contribution to the Historical Society.
The Clermont Woman's Club is...
submitted by Kiwanis Club of Clermont
Paula Whetro, Executive Director of Building Blocks Ministries (BBM), was a guest at the Kiwanis Club of Clermont luncheon meeting. She updated the Club on BBM’s new facilities being constructed on Gadson Street in...
The sixth-grade students at Montverde Academy visited the Oakland Nature Preserve where they put on their gardening gloves and worked together to clear out invasive plants in that area.
“Going to the sixth-grade field trip to the Oakland Nature Preserve...
Residential Collection Services, Landfill Operations, Customer Service, and Residential Drop-offs will be closed on Sunday, Dec 31. Monday collection will occur on Tuesday. All collection days for the week will be moved to the next day.
Supervisor of Elections Office will...
This quarter the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation (WGHF) commemorates the Downtown Historic District’s progress in recent decades with its new exhibit Modern Day Renaissance: The Winter Garden Story. It chronicles the town’s journey from abandoned streets and empty shops...
By Mrs. Kirstin Coffman, Director of Residential Life
Howdy Partners!
The boarding students at Montverde Academy strapped on their boots and put on their best hat to head over to our watering hole (aka the Dining Hall) to enjoy a cowboy-sized meal...
December 2023
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you Clermont!
It does not seem possible that 2023 is nearly over, but as I look back, I believe it was a good year here in Clermont. I plan to spend some holiday...
Pumpkin, 7-month-old female German pincher weighing approximately 28 lbs. This adorable girl has a shiny black and brown coat long legs and sleek body. She was adopted as a puppy and just returned when her owner became pregnant and...
By Nichole Smith, Communications Coordinator
Sixth-grade students were gearing up to take their first-ever midterm exams. To help them prepare, several students from the seventh- and eighth-grade classes volunteered for the Midterm Mentorship Program.
November 29 through December 1, these...
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra is the professional symphony orchestra of Lake County composed of about 50 musicians from all over the world.
December 21 & 22 Concerts: Under the baton of conductor, Michael J. Garasi, the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra...
Susan Ratcliff, an ESE teacher at Lake Minneola High School, has been teaching her students about careers, resume writing and interviews. As part of the curriculum, she had various guest speakers talk to the students about their careers.
Savannah...
Guru Indian Restaurant knows and sincerely appreciates the extremely important value of our Clermont Police and Fire Departments. To help our local First Responders, Guru Indian Restaurant recently catered complimentary holiday meals for their entire departments.
Clermont Police Deputy Chief...
Lake Technical College is proud to announce the following Students of the Month:
• Tanya Jouvert – Administrative Office Specialist
• Samuel Benavente – Adult Education Program
• Colette Pressoir – Automotive Service Technology 1
• Amanda Edgington –...
submit by Grace Rabano, Publicity Lead for Clermont Garden Club
This month's Clermont Garden Club Yard-of-the-Month for December takes us to a home at 499 E. Minnehaha Avenue and corner of Disston Avenue. Current homeowner Nefyali Rivera inherited this beautiful garden...
The Good Four Tunes, a newly formed barbershop quartet, was
featured at the December meeting of the Clermont Historical
Society.
The quartet may be new, but its members are all
seasoned performers as was demonstrated by their beautiful
harmonies on old standards like “Let...
Hi, my name is Bandi. I’m a 6-yr-old male Jackabee (Jack Russell beagle mix). I weigh approximately 12 lbs. I have a strong body with short legs. You can see the beagle in my face but all the rest is...
As a thank you for participation at our Clermont Woman's Club's fashion show, President Helen Cooney and Treasurer Debbie Milwee presented a donation to Lt.Col. J. Pylant and students of the NJROTC Program at South Lake High School. Since...
Articles and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Johnsons Village Marketplace, located in historical downtown Clermont, 550 West Avenue, celebrated an official ribbon-cutting hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce on Monday, December 18th. Conveniently located at the...
Johnsons Village Marketplace, located at 550 West Avenue in downtown Clermont, celebrated its official opening on Monday, December 18. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony opening the business to the community.
Nestled in Historic Downtown...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a festive holiday breakfast on Friday, December 15 at Clermont City Center. The event included a special musical performance by the Lake Minneola High School chorale group, Sola Vocé; a chance to...
By Grace Rabano & The Clermont Garden Club
Every month, from September through May, Clermont Garden Club members loan plants to Cooper Memorial Library and Clermont City Hall to promote horticulture awareness and connect our community to Clermont Garden Club’s...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Volunteers gathered under cloudy and drizzly skies at Oak Hill Cemetery, 801 East Avenue, Clermont on Saturday, December 16th to honor those who have served our country and community.
Each year at...
At Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD), we pride ourselves on the service we provide and the recognition we receive for a job well done. When we look back on 2023, we can do so with satisfaction, knowing that...
Holiday Carriage Rides & Santa Meet and Greet
Monday, December 11 - Carriage rides and Santa photos.
Wednesday, December 13 – Carriage rides only.
Monday, December 18 – Carriage rides and Santa photos.
Wednesday, December 20 – Carriage rides...
On Saturday, December 2, MVA Upper School students participated in Habitat for Humanity’s annual Jingle Playhouse Build. This year, MVA students built a special playhouse that will be used by many children for years to come and will serve an...
The City of Minneola held its 6th Annual Moonlight Parade on Saturday, Dec. 9th. The community gathered to watch the festive holiday celebration featuring floats and participants adorned with twinkling lights.
After the parade, kids headed to Santa’s Workshop...
By Dr. Caryn Long, Director of Educational Technology and Innovation
MVA’s Middle School robotics teams performed well at the House of Bacon Prequalifier at the UF Agricultural extension grounds in Orlando on December 2, 2023.
Students on Teams #Grandma, #Grandpa, and...
2023 The Year of Blessings
As we begin the Christmas Season, we want to tell you how thankful we are with the many people who gave their time, talent, and treasures in 2023. It gives us great joy knowing that...
New Beginnings of Central Florida has proudly welcomed Jeremy Elliott as their new Community Resource Manager.
Executive Director Steve Smith notes, “In this pivotal role, Elliott will serve as a beacon of compassion, connecting our community with the diverse resources...
Tesla Clermont sales, service and delivery center recently celebrated its grand opening. The 61,000-square-foot store features state-of-the-art electric vehicles and supercharger stations, pick-up stations, and maintenance service.
The Purchase of a new Tesla is eligible for a $7,500 federal tax...
East Ridge High School SGA is hosting a Holiday Car Parade on Wednesday, December 13 from 5 pm to 7 pm in the ERHS Student parking lot. Decorate your car, truck, motorcycle....
To register to participate in the parade, bring...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Battle of the Badges took place at the Aurelia M. Cole Academy, 150 Pitt Street, Clermont, on December 8th at 6 pm. The annual charity basketball game is a friendly match between Clermont...
Meet Pongo, the spirited senior canine with a heart full of zest and a wagging tail brimming with tales of adventure!
Pongo is the epitome of love wrapped in fur. His superpower? Hugs! There's nothing quite like a Pongo hug...
South Lake High School running back Kevens Charles has been selected to play in the 68th Florida Athletic Coaches Association North-South All-Star Football Classic on December 20th at the Villages.
Coach Lord proudly states, "Charles had an outstanding season for the...
The Kroger Delivery Groveland Fulfillment Center recently made a nearly $2,000 donation to the nonprofit Find, Feed & Restore. The donation will go towards the organization’s new Hannah Grace Gardens Affordable Housing Project, which broke ground in Mascotte last...
The community gathered for an exhilarating tree-lighting ceremony, illuminating Lake David Park on Friday, Dec. 8. Before the ceremony Santa and Mrs. Claus joined the festivities to meet their beloved followers.
On Saturday morning, a lively parade of floats and...
Article and Pictures by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Hammer & Company Barbershop, 1600 Hancock Road, Clermont, celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, December 6th.
Conveniently located at the intersection of Hancock Road...
The Clermont Woman's Club
The Clermont Woman's Club would like to wish all our members, family, friends and neighbors a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR! We appreciate all the support we receive from South Lake throughout the year...
Congratulations to all of Clermont's Hometown Holiday Parade and Enchanted Forest of Trees participants:
The BEST - Parade Winners:
Best Marching Band: East Ridge High School Band
Best Adult Float: South Lake Elks Club
Best Decorated Vehicle: Lincoln Park Rams
Best Performing Group: Shooting...
The Battle Of The Badges, The Clermont Police Depart vs The Lake County Sheriff's Office, will be held on Friday, December 8 at Aurelia M. Cole Academy (150 Pitt Street, Clermont)
Everyone is invited to the free event but is...
Dorcas Way Community Outreach and the City of Mascotte prepare for an end-of-year celebration. On Saturday, Dec 23, enjoy food, live music, free toys, storytime with Mrs. Clause, clothing (for those in need), and raffles at Mascotte Civic Center...
The Citrus Tower's Holiday Light Show, a favorite of young and old, is back again this holiday season from 7 pm-9 pm each night until the end of the year. Get into the holiday spirit.
Enjoy the free event...
The Clermont Boat Parade is one of the most anticipated events of the Holiday Season. Spectators lined the parade route anticipating the long line of beautifully decorated, colorfully lighted boats.
The winners were:
First Place Boat #5
Mike Damelio, Penny Yammer &...
In the wake of the recent terror attack in Israel that saw over 1,000 innocent Jews brutally murdered, Chabad of S. Lake County is hosting a Unity Chanukah Celebration in Solidarity with Israel on Sunday, December 10th at 4:30...
Join us for the annual Four Corners Holiday Festival on Saturday, December 9th from 10 am - 3 pm by the Cagan Crossings Community Library.
Event activities include:
-Free Photos with Santa from noon to 2:30 pm
-Spirit Stables Pony Rides ($5...