submitted by Michelle Delaney, Beta Theta Philanthropic Chair
Members of Beta Theta ESA are proud to support Wreaths Across America and its mission to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom....
By Margaret Price, Assistant Dean of Students For Multiculturalism, Leadership and Student Programs
On Saturday, September 23, Upper School students volunteered at the Hope Center Thrift Store located on Dillard Street in Winter Garden. “We helped organize, clean, stock, and...
A spooktacular nighttime 5K run/walk featuring several interactive spook zones along the course beginning at 6:30 pm at Clermont's Victory Pointe, 938 Victory Pointe, Clermont.
Costumes are encouraged with cash and merchandise prizes being awarded to the best several categories!
The...
The Mascotte Police Department presents Trunk -or-Treat on October 29 from 5 pm to 7 pm at 671 E. Myers Blvd, Mascotte.
The fun-event is FREE.
For more information, call 352-492-3341.
The Sheriff's Spooky Skele-bration event will be held on Saturday, October 28 from 5 pm to 8 pm. The fun event will be held at South Lake District Office at 15855 FL 50, Clermont.
There will be plenty of activities...
Hope International presents its Annual Harvest Fest on Sunday, October 29 from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm at 113806 SR 33, Groveland.
Enjoy FREE FOOD, music, rock climbing, inflatables, face-painting, train rides, horse rides, and much more. Bring your neighbors...
On October 27, The Clermont Police Department is hosting Halloween on the Trail, an event from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at 330 3rd Street., Clermont.
The Family-Fun event is FREE.
Don't miss the Kids' Safe Night Out at the Minneola Trailhead Park (315 Madison St., Minneola) on Halloween, October 31 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
The event will feature a LIVE DJ, popcorn, food, animal interactions, games and more.
Montverde's Fall Music Festival has fun for everyone: Acrobats, contortionists, LED Jugglers, a Midway, Food, Vendors, Raffle Prizes and so much more.
Free Parking and Free Admission to Kirk Park (17436 Division St., Montverde).
Harvest Festival (Oct 28) - The event will feature two charming pumpkin patches and a lively kids' zone, offering an array of fun-filled activities such as fairy hair and face painting. The festival will also have live music, featuring...
Grab your capes and candy corns for this year's Trunk or Treat bash on Saturday, October 28th, from 4:30 PM- 7:00 PM at Lake David Park!
Come get your fill of free candy and live music by DJ Rockin and...
By Donna Wong, XC mom
The Lake Minneola High School Cross Country Team ended their regular season with the girls placing 2nd and the boys placing 3rd at the Lake & Sumter County XC Championship held at East Ridge High...
submitted by The Animal League
Tigger is a handsome brindle striped, one-year-old Plott Hound blend weighing in around 48 pounds. He is a such a happy-go-lucky fellow, he’s sweet, playful and a friendly boy with a good amount of energy....
Helen Cooney, President and Debbie Milwee, Treasurer of the Clermont Woman's Club recently presented a check to Brantley West, Director of the Lake Minneola High School Bands. The marching band has a fund drive going on to purchase new...
October 2023
Hello Clermont Champions,
I recently had the honor of assisting the Clermont Fire Department in honoring an age-old tradition of celebrating the addition of a brand-new fire truck with a “Push In” ceremony.
First, water from the retiring engine was...
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is once again honoring U.S. military veterans and active-duty personnel during November by offering free passport photos.
This is our fifth year providing the photos for our veterans and military...
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra is the professional symphony orchestra of Lake County composed of 40 to 60 musicians from all over the world. The FLSO was established in 2005 by European composer and pianist, Guy Saint-Clair and his wife,...
Results and Summary by Coach Brad Lord, South Lake High School
Date: 10/20/2023
Opponent: St. Cloud
Final Score: St. Cloud 7 SLHS 0
Place: SOUTH LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
Game Summary:
The St. Cloud Bulldogs came out on top last Friday over the South Lake High...
By Margaret Price, Montverde Academy (MVA) Assistant Dean of Students for Multiculturalism, Leadership, and Student Programs
Mrs. Kirstin Coffman, the Director of Residential Life, and her daughter, Jemah Coffman, a third grader at MVA, both got a haircut at Great...
The Clermont Historical Society is happy to announce the annual Heritage Day Festival will be held at the Historic Village on Saturday, November 18th from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. So, mark your calendars, gather your friends, and plan...
Article by Coach Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School
Photos contributed by Dave Worthington, Jeff Warren, and Quiana Peterson
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team competed in the Lake County Championships on Saturday morning. East Ridge...
by Tim Ferrell, East Ridge High School
The phrase “familiarity breeds success” once again came to fruition as East Ridge was the host for the Lake County Cross Country Championship. The East Ridge High School Boys Cross Country team continued...
The Annual Downtown Clermont Harvest Festival will be held Saturday, October 28 from 10 am to 4 pm.
The event will offer lots of fun for adults, kids and pets of all ages. Wear your Halloween Costumes, you'll be...
Lake Minneola High School Culinary Team catered this month's South Lake Chamber of Commerce breakfast. The culinary team cooked a tasty breakfast for more than 200 guests.
Student Johanna Joseph of Real Life Christian Academy was introduced as the Ray...
The keynote presenter at the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast meeting was President & CEO of The Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida, Jamie Merrill.
Jamie became President & CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Central...
Johnsons Village Marketplace will be opening soon.
The nostalgic marketplace is located in Historic Downtown Clermont next to Clermont Historic Village (on the corner of West and Minneola).
Johnsons Village Marketplace is a one-stop shop offering an onsite butcher, deli...
submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
Bailey is a 3-yr-old Lab mix weighing 62 lbs. This sweet boy was thrown out of a car and the people behind were able to save him and bring him to us....
On Saturday, October 21 from 7 pm to 9 pm, experience Lake Louisa at night when the terrors of the forest come out.
A $5 donation per person for the Haunted Hike will be used for park improvements, programs...
Johanna Joseph of Real Life Christian Academy was presented with the Ray Goodgame Outstanding Leader Scholarship by Thom Kieft, 2023 Board Chair of the South Lake Chamber and Lake-Sumter State College VP Facilities Planning and Operations Facilities.
The Ray Goodgame...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont recently unveiled the “Harold Cummings- Clermont Battalion Sea Cadet Corps” scholarship.
(Ret.) Colonel Harold Cummings was not only a career military man but a dedicated and loyal member of this club for 25 years.
During those...
From the Animal League
Spice is a sweet little German Shephard blend. She is about one year old and weighs in at a petite 33 pounds. She is super friendly, loves people, children and other dogs, she also gets along...
Lake Technical College Students of the Month For September:
Henry Klotkowski – Accounting Operations
Kyle Saravia – Adult Education
Collin Swinnes - Automotive Service Technology 1
Bayleigh Carver – Cosmetology
Erik Estrada – Diesel Systems Technician 2
Raimundo...
From The Animal League
Scrabble is an adorable 3 ½ year old male Rat Terrier/Chihuahua blend weighing in around 22 pounds. He is so sweet and friendly, comes running to you with literally a big smile on his face. He...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont Fire Department celebrated the in-service status of a brand-new fire engine, Engine 101, with a “Push-in and Wet-down” ceremony on Tuesday, October 17th at Clermont Fire Station...
Libby's Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation held its Inaugural Pink Ribbon 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, Oct 15, at 8 am. The event was held at Lake David Park in Groveland to support the organization's mission to provide comprehensive services to...
The Aurelia Cole Academy recently opened in Clermont for students in kindergarten through 8 grades. The school requires uniforms and is establishing an emergency clothes closet and food pantry for its students in need. The students must wear red,...
On Thursday, November 2, the Summit Greens Tennis Club will partner with the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation (GCCF) to host a family-friendly fundraiser for the GCCF at Summit Greens Clubhouse Ballroom, 1190 Summit Greens Blvd., Clermont (main entrance is...
Submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
Rudolph & Waddles are bonded 10-month-old male Terrier mixes weighing approximately 10 lbs. We expect them to be around 20 lbs. when fully grown. Rudolph has medium-length hair and Waddles has short hair....
SUPPORT LOCAL VETERANS - The monthly dinner for the VFW Auxiliary will be held on October 28 from 4 pm to 6 pm at the 855 W. Desoto St., Clermont.
Enjoy an Octoberfest favorite: Brats, Sauerkraut, Potato Salad and Dessert,...
Enjoy a cookout and games with the kids on Saturday, Oct 21 from 11 am to 3 pm at the Mascotte Church Fall Festival located at 15 N Bay Lake Ave, Mascotte.
For further information, call Barb at 352-636-4303
By Matthew Parets, Upper School Teacher
Since the beginning of the semester, students in the 3D Design and Printing course have been learning about the details of how 3D printers work and how to use the design software to create...
Lake-Sumter State College and the LSSC Foundation celebrated the 2023 class of Distinguished Alumni & Hall of Fame Award Recipients at a ceremony this week.
“We are proud to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our distinguished alumni and hall of...
by Donna Wong, XC parent
photos by Donna Wong & Tasha Keller, XC parents
It was a gorgeous morning for a 5K race this past Saturday and the HAWKS Last Chance Open brought the excitement! More than 17 teams participated...
by Coach Lord, South Lake High School
Date: 9/30/2023
Opponent: Lake Minneola High School
Final Score: Lake Minneola 62 South Lake High School 14
Place: @ Lake Minneola
Game Summary:
Lake Minneola High School Hawks proved to be too much to handle last Thursday night...
Submitted by the Animal League
Event: Pet Photos with Santa
Benefiting: The Animal League
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023 – 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
...
Submitted by The Animal League
Whether you believe in witchcraft or think it’s all just a bunch of hocus pocus, there’s certainly something special about the thought of celebrating 15 years of Spooktacular Fun! The Animal League’s heart is pounding...
submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
June is a 2-yr-old Jack Russell mix weighing approximately 32 lbs. She was confiscated by animal services along with 28 others from a hoarding situation. She had no socialization at all. It took...
Congratulations to September's Kiwanis Club of Clermont member of the month, Bobbi Holmes!
Bobbi serves on several committees in the club, including Youth Services and the Terrific Kid programs. She also keeps in touch with members during times of hardship...
Members and guests enjoyed the first meeting of the Clermont Garden Club on Wednesday, September 20, 2023.
The current president, Gwen Carter, outlined the Club goals and discussed events that generate camper scholarships for Wekiva Youth Camp (3-8th graders) and...