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...
Grace Rabano
Publicity Lead for Clermont Garden Club
The Clermont Garden Club is off to an exciting running start this year! The first official meeting in September 2024 welcomed back old and new members, plus guests. Attendees participated in a get-your-hands-dirty...
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...
By Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club
The goal of the Clermont Woman's Club is to promote and encourage women to further their education. Carol Spaldi, Scholarship Chairman, announced the annual scholarships offered to a worthy female student that displays academic...
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...
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...
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...
submitted by Pam Schmitz, Publicity
Clermont Woman's Club
Members of the Clermont Woman's Club recently supported their sisters in the Leesburg Woman's Club by attending a Quarter Auction Fundraiser held in Leesburg. The proceeds from the fundraiser go to support Cornerstone...
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...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
Ten young people became Young Eagles at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, FL with the help of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534.
These flights took place on February 1, 2025, under high but...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont has long supported the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation (GCCF) and this year is no exception.
The GCCF’s mission is to provide financial assistance, support, and comfort to persons fighting cancer who live in the South...
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...
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...
An earring tree was given to the Clermont Cancer Center by Clermont Woman's Club member, Gloria Erickson to inspire patients through BRIGHTER LIPS and BIGGER EARRINGS.
The Clermont Woman's Club is a Federated Woman's Club chartered in 1927. They meet...
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...
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 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 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...
Clermont Garden Club’s Yard of the Month for October takes us to the home of Bill Prince at 1400 14th Street in Clermont (located on the corner of 14th and Seminole Street.) This busy yard is full of plants,...
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 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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Grace Rabano, Publicity Lead for Clermont Garden Club
Clermont Garden Club Yard of The Month for November finds us in the neighborhood of The Reserve at Lost Lake (off of Citrus Tower Blvd) to the home of Kimon and Carrie Delagarza...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Clermont Garden Club was active in community activities over the weekend. Club Members decorated a Christmas tree at the Enchanted Forest in Victory Point, Clermont to the theme of “Rock Around the Christmas Tree”. The tree was decorated with...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
By The South Lake County Robotic Team # 8057
We wanted to take a moment to re-introduce ourselves to South Lake County. All Wired Up, founded in June 2019, is a youth robotics program for all middle and high school...
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,...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers
There was supposed to be a Young Eagles rally for young people on January 4, 2025 at The Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, Florida.
It was canceled at the last minute due to high gusty...
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...
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...