Dr. Linda Cowels, founder of Anointed Community Services International (ACSI), recently served as a guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club of Clermont. ACSI, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is dedicated to empowering economically and technologically disadvantaged members of the community,...
Clermont Woman's Club   It will soon be fall, time for ghosts, goblins, pumpkins and the Clermont Woman's Club Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon.  The event will be held on Saturday, November 2,  at Gabby's Banquet and Event Facility, 600 So...
Clermont Garden Club   The Clermont Garden Club's Yard of the Month for September 2024 is the home of Yuklyn McLeod of 2337 Golden Aster Street, in the beautiful neighborhood of The Reserve of Lost Lake in Clermont. It is an...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers, EAA Chapter 534 It was a hot, humid, sunny morning with a few puffy clouds in the sky when 20 Young Eagles took to the sky in general aviation aircraft. It was Saturday, September 7,...
On Saturday, September 7, the Kiwanis Club of Clermont hosted a heartwarming fundraising event titled "Let's Taco Bout Two Great Causes", held at the Green Valley Country Club (14601 Green Valley Blvd., Clermont).    Chuck Seaver, president of the Kiwanis Club...
From the Pastfinders of South Lake   Missing the first session is not a problem; each class is designed to stand alone and will guide you through the science of family history research. In this class, you'll become familiar with various...
Submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club   The Clermont Woman's Club recently held their New Members and Prospective Members Tea at their clubhouse.  Members set the tables with fine china, centerpieces and a warm welcome to  new members.   The Clermont Woman's Club...
All Wired Up, Team #8057, a local robotics team, recently hosted a successful fundraiser night at Portillo's Restaurant, drawing attention to their efforts and mission in the community. The team, composed of middle and high school students from Groveland,...
Kiwanis Club of Clermont   Congratulations to the Kiwanis Club of Clermont August member of the month, John Greenlee!    John has been a faithful member of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont since 1960. With 64 years of service to the South Lake...
by The Pastfinders of South Lake   Ever thought about delving into your family history, or started but felt overwhelmed?   This course is designed to guide you to the right places for research and highlight key elements to look for. What prompted...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont continues to make a significant impact in the South Lake area through its dedicated efforts in fundraising and sponsorship opportunities. These initiatives are vital in funding scholarships, community support, and outreach programs throughout the...
Members of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont recently had the opportunity to delve into the world of bed bugs during their evening meeting. The club welcomed Dr. Phil Koehler and Dr. Tae Lee, professors from the University of Florida...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont is gearing up to host a special Nacho Fundraiser on Saturday, September 7th, inviting the community to join in an afternoon to help two local charities at the Green Valley Country Club. Located at...
Beta Theta-ESA recently donated support to Ruff Times Rescue (RTR), an organization whose focus and goal are on preventing pets from entering overcrowded animal control facilities and finding them loving homes.  When a pet must be rehomed, RTR ensures it...
The Weavers of Orlando Guild will hold their next meeting on July 20, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at the Leesburg Center for the Arts, located at 429 West Magnolia Street, Leesburg, FL 34748. This month's program will feature kumihimo, the...
by Clermont Garden Club   Throughout the year, the Clermont Garden Club purchase flower/gardening books for the children at Head Start of Clermont. Head Start is a free program for children of low income families, providing child care and comprehensive early learning at the...
submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club   The Clermont Woman's Club is a proud member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. Their commitment to community service and philanthropy has been unwavering for nearly a century.  For more information about the...
In a gesture of support for local education, Beta Theta-ESA has awarded scholarships to two deserving students from Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC). The recipients, Karissa Merchant and Alstair Clark, each received a $1,000.00 scholarship to assist them on their...
Beta Theta-ESA, a local philanthropic organization, recently made a donation to the Orlando Cat Café, helping to support the care and well-being of its furry residents. This gesture reflects Beta Theta-ESA's commitment to community service and animal welfare. The Orlando...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont has had a busy and successful year so far, marked by a series of impactful projects, community events, and notable accomplishments. Here's a recap of their milestones from January to May 2024: January The year started...
The recent ESA Convention in Melbourne turned out to be a significant event for the Beta Theta chapter, as they came home laden with a plethora of awards, a testament to their dedication and hard work. Convention Delegates Toni...
Chuck Seaver, Kiwanis Club Of Clermont   The Kiwanis Club of Clermont welcomed Sgt. Andy Razo and Ofc. Kelly Brown of the Clermont Police Department today to our weekly meeting.    The two outlined the department's training steps for new officers as well...
Congratulations to the newly elected 2024-2026 Officers of the Clermont Woman's Club. Seated left to right are Patty Miller, Co-President; Kathy Ridenour, Co-President; and Pam Schmitz, 1st Vice President. Standing left to right are Kristy Becker, 2nd Vice President;...
The Beta Theta (ESA) Zeus Award is a significant honor that members of Beta Theta bestow on an individual who has made exceptional contributions to its group. Joe Holt recently received the 2024 Zeus Award in acknowledgment of his outstanding...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont congratulated its Key Club graduates who were the recipients of this year’s Kiwanis Club of Clermont- Oakley Seaver Memorial Scholarships.    Candidates for the scholarships are selected by a series of qualifiers, including the student’s willingness...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers Isaiah Kadletz of Mount Dora, FL has received the 2024 Ray Aviation $11,000 scholarship awarded by the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534. A formal award presentation was held on May 11, at the Leesburg International...
Kiwanis Club of Clermont had the pleasure of welcoming Clermont City Manager Brian Bulthuis as the guest speaker at its weekly meeting held at the Green Valley Country Club, 14601 Green Valley Blvd, Clermont. Attendees were treated to an engaging...
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...
Clermont Garden Club   The Clermont Garden Club's Yard of the Month for May 2024 is the home of Sterling Frey at 1647 1st Street in Clermont, FL. The front yard has the most spectacular display of gigantic StagHorn Ferns (platycerium...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont hosted its annual Prayer Breakfast, an inspirational event, to uplift spirits and extend a helping hand to two very deserving non-profit organizations. https://youtu.be/TPyTizawg0Y The songs preceding the breakfast were played by Robert D. Walker, Director of...
Audrey Jackson Morgan, a devoted member of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont, has recently been celebrated by the Kiwanis Florida District for her exceptional commitment to service, leadership and growth within the organization. She was recently presented with the...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont   The Kiwanis Club of Clermont has an evening meeting once a month to facilitate our members who cannot make noon meetings. These meetings were also implemented to allow educational staff and students to attend meetings...
The Clermont Garden Club   The Clermont Garden Club is holding its annual Spring Garden Festival on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Clermont Garden Club located at 849 West Avenue in Historic Downtown Clermont,...
Members of Beta Theta ESA, a local philanthropic service organization, recently demonstrated their commitment to supporting the fight against cancer by presenting a check to the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation (GCCF) at the Bras For A Cause and Boxers...
Submitted by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club Publicity   Congressman Daniel Webster stopped by to say hello to the members of the Clermont Woman's Club during our April meeting.    The Clermont Woman's Club meets the first Tuesday of each month (September through...
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...
On Tuesday, April 9,  the Kiwanis Club of Clermont excitedly welcomed veterans of the 101st Airborne/Airmobile Combat Infantry Division, Company C/2/501Vietnam to its noon meeting. The veterans recently held their reunion in Clermont on April 9 – 11, at the...
Melissa Roy of Love Groveland was the Kiwanis guest speaker at the weekly meeting on Tuesday, April 9. Melissa spoke of the growing need for people with food insecurities in the South Lake Community. Love Groveland is a non-profit organization...
Friends of Cooper Memorial Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the library. The organization supports the library by raising money to help make unfunded and  underfunded programs possible. Half a century has passed since the inception of the...
submitted by Grace Rabano, Clermont Garden Club   On behalf of the Garden Club, Helen Ribbe, Sue Randall, Donna Clement, Barbara Williams and Grace Rabano prepared floral arrangements and  spring gift bags filled with goodies of personal toiletries and sugar-free sweets....
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers A more perfect day couldn’t have been ordered for the Experimental Aircraft Association Fly-In / Drive-In held on March 30, 2024. The Leesburg International Airport was a beehive of activity with planes flying in and...
Attorney Patrick Smith gave an information presentation on estate planning, trust administration and other related fields at the recent Kiwanis Club of Clermont lunch meeting.   The club meets on Tuesdays at Green Valley Country Club, at 11:30 am, except for...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet  The Clermont Police Department held its monthly Coffee with a Cop community relations event on Wednesday, March 20. The Clermont Woman’s Club, 655 West Broome Street, hosted the event. Pam Schmitz, publicity chair for The...
submitted by Chuck Seaver   The Kiwanis Club of Clermont (KCC)  has been planning a new “Swim Safety Program” for implementation this summer. The program will focus on awareness and education for the youth in South Lake County.    To help fund the...
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...
  The Clermont Garden Club's Yard of the Month for March 2024 is the home of Arlen and Bruce, who have resided at 14728 Green Valley Blvd, Clermont since October 2021. Located on the scenic Green Valley Country Club, their...
Jennifer Hightower, Program Coordinator at New Beginnings of Clermont, recently presented Debbie Milwee, Treasurer of the Clermont Woman's Club with a plaque acknowledging the support and contributions made to New Beginnings from CWC. New Beginnings is one of several...
submitted by Grace Rabano (Publicity Lead for CGC)   Members of the Clermont Garden Club (CGC) celebrate the beginning of spring by creating a Linear Design floral arrangement using colorful chrysanthemums and daisies. The floral design program was led by Clermont...
by Pam Schultz, Clermont Woman's Club   It is the goal of the Clermont Woman's Club to help and encourage women to further their education in both traditional and non-traditional careers.    President Helen Cooney and Scholarship Chairman Carol Spaldi have announced CWC's...
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...
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