Aug. 16
Lake Apopka Art + History Exhibit
Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center, 126 Petris Ave., Oakland
The opening reception of the exhibit will celebrate the transformation of one of Florida’s most polluted lakes into a place of beauty through works by local artists and photographers, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Snap a photo with a baby gator from Gatorland Florida, enjoy banjo music by Anthony Dixon and savor delicious foods from Hot Dog Therapy, Clukerz Chicken and Oakland General.
August 17
Bingo and Bourbon for the Blue fundraiser
Roasted Spirit, 756 West Montrose Street, Clermont
This is a special fundraiser to honor and benefit the families of Master Deputy Bradley Link, Deputy Stefano Gargano and Master Deputy Howard Howell. Enjoy musical bingo from 12-2pm, live music from 2-5pm, a silent auction, 50/50, a raffle and you could even win one of three lottery trees with over $500 of lottery tickets!
August 17
Grand Opening
Grace O’Malley’s, 2400 S Hwy 27, Clermont
This new Irish pub is hosting a grand opening all day!
August 18
AWANA Club and Back-to-School Kick-Off
18540 Tuscanooga Road, Groveland
AWANA Club and Back-to-School Kick-off for Families with children nursery through 12th grade – food, fun, Awana registration, games, teens vs. adults’ softball game, and much more! The fun starts at 12pm.
August 21
Clermont Garden Club Open House and New Member Orientation
849 West Ave, Clermont
Clermont Garden Club is hosting an Open House.This event is for those who love horticulture and gardening and may be thinking about joining a local garden club. The event is open to the public and starts at 10am. Light refreshments will be served. Clermont Garden Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Club members meet on the third Wednesday of the month from Sept-May. The club facility is also available for rent for meetings, parties, etc (Seewww.clermontgardenclub.org).
August 21
Community Outreach
16605 Sunrise Lake Blvd, Ste 3, Clermont
Hold hands and pray together at this event that also offers free mental health services, and resources on higher education, financial workshops, food, social security and employment. The event runs from 11am-3pm.
August 22
New Beginnings Fundraiser
Superior Residences of Clermont, 1600 Hunt Trace Blvd, Clermont
Buy your tickets for this fundraiser to support Lake County’s premier homeless charity! For $25 per person, you will enjoy a surf and turf dinner, live entertainment and raffles. Tickets for the dinner, which runs from 6-8pm, are available by calling 352-394-5549.
August 22
General Knowledge Trivia Quiz
Barrels and Boards, 7965 State Road 50, Groveland
This event is sponsored by Sweet Home Soap and runs from 7pm. There will be free prizes and trivia for all ages.
August 24
Cookie Bake-off contest
The Mascotte Church, 15 N. Bay Lake Ave, Mascotte
Try your hand at baking and you could win a $25 gift card and a medal if you are placed in first place! You must use a homemade recipe, and you must supply a list of ingredients in the recipe. Registration fee is $10 and the fun starts at 12pm. Call Barb on 352-636-4303 for more information.
August 25
Lupus Doesn’t Play Fair Fundraiser for Eliana
Lake Catherine Farms, 5849 Lake Catherine Road, Groveland.
Come and support Groveland resident’s fight against Lupus at this special event organized by the community of Groveland. There will be circus performers, live music, a corn hole tournament, pony rides, a Kidzone and a 5-50 raffle. Ticket prices are $10 in advance, $12 at the door and $20 to enter the cornhole tournament. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
August 28
AWANA 2024-2025
18540 Tuscanooga Road, Groveland
Joi the Tuscanooga Baptist Church for a fun evening for kids from nursery through 8thgrade.AWANA is a fun approach to the making the bible more relevant and alive with caring, trained leaders. Supper is at 6pm, AWANA is from 6.30-8pm and Teens 6.30-8pm.
August 29
Charcuterie Workshop
Everything Local Co. 789 W Montrose Street, Clermont
Learn how to do the most beautiful charcuterie boards at this workshop from 7-9pm. For more information, include $40 tickets, call 352-432-3229.
August 30
Lake County Pride Fundraiser
Magnolia Wine Garden, 114 E Magnolia Avenue, Eustis
There will be live music, raffles, nibbles, a DJ and an after-hours party at this event that runs from 7pm with the after party starting at 10pm.
August 30
Blind Draw Darts Tournament
Wolfhound Irish Pub, 16909 High Grove, Clermont
Calling all Bullseye Brawlers! For a $10 entry fee you can enter the competition that starts at 8pm.
August 31
Karaoke Fun
Groveland Historical Society, outside the Puryear Building, 243 S Lake Ave, Groveland
Enjoy some karaoke fun with the Groveland Historical Society from 6-9pm. There will be beverages and food available for purchase and admission is free!
September 7
How to Start a Fall Vegetable Garden
9100 Sams Lake Road, Clermont
Join farmer Banks Helfrich and learn how to start a fall garden from 9-11am. Tickets cost $10 and are available from Eventbrite.com
September 8
Here on the Farm Tour
9100 Sams Lake Road, Clermont
Join Farmer Banks Helfrich and learn about sustainable farming. The tour runs from 9am and tickets cost $5 by visiting Eventbrite.com
September 17
Donut Worry, Beer Happy
Barrels and Boards, 7965 State Road 50, Groveland
You can eat as many donuts as you like and try different beers in this collaboration with Hole Lotta Donuts and Barrels and Boards. Tickets for the event, that starts at 7pm, are available for $20.
September 21
Sips and Salsa Festival
Waterfront Park, Clermont
The city council’s annual festival is back with live music, food, drinks, Fidos Fiesta costume competition and much more! The event starts at 5pm.
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