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NOVEMBE E To have an event considered for the calendar, send a short text description along with a color photo (if available) 45 days in advance of event to:
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EVENTS NOVEMBER 4
FIRE DEPARTMENT SOCCER TOURNAMENT What do hard working heroes do on their days off? Run around getting sweaty, of course! The brave men and women who work at area fire departments will be participating in a friendly competition from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s a Seven vs. Seven Soccer Tournament—that’s 14 sweaty firefighters on a field. Winners take home the prize and the second biggest bragging rights, next to chili champs. Come play, come support. And, did I mention the sweaty firefighters? National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL KATE POWELL AT 352.241.7144 OR EMAIL KATHLEEN.POWELL@ ORLANDOHEALTH.COM.
This celebration exhibits the best South Lake has to offer. Because they know one taste won’t be enough, 26 local restaurants will let you sample their goods and services. From sushi rollers to coffee roasters, from favorite chains to local caterers, you can try it all. Walt Disney World will be represented with their World Showcase of Flavors. Other local businesses will be exhibiting their specialized work. Not only can you be wined and dined, but also a performance by a Grammy-nominated artist ensures you’ll be entertained. Get your tickets ahead for $25 or $30 at the event. 5:00-8:30 p.m. Waterfront Park, 100 3rd St., Clermont. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 352.394.4191. OR VISIT TASTEOFSOUTHLAKE.COM.
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TASTE OF SOUTH LAKE The South Lake Chamber of Commerce invites you to one of their fastest-growing festivals.
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER PANCAKE BREAKFAST Bring on the maple syrup; nothing says harvest time like a stack of light and fluffy buttermilk pancakes! It’s tradition. The International Harvester Pancake
Breakfast held at Paquette’s Historical Farmall Museum will honor Cornerstone Hospice this year with a portion of the proceeds. Get your fill while watching the Antique IH movies, and then take a stroll through the tractor exhibits. This event is community to its core. Support a great cause with your $15 entry fee, share a meal with family and friends, and learn a bit about our history. 8-11 a.m., Paquette’s Farmall Tractor Museum, 615 S Whitney Road, Leesburg. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 352.728.3588, EMAIL STEWSSTUFF@GMAIL.COM, OR VISIT STEWSIHSTUFF.COM.
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FALL INTO A BANANA SPLIT: AN ICE CREAM SOCIAL Ready for a cool down? Celebrate the coming of fall with a cup or a cone. Tavares is hosting a community ice cream social at the Tavares Civic Center. All you have to do is show up and enjoy. Don’t be afraid to pile on the goodness from the toppings bar! 3-4 p.m., 100 E. Caroline St., Tavares. CALL ROSA ROSARIO
SINGLE MINGLE Join Lake & Sumter Style at the Leesburg Opera House in celebrating the nominations for Style’s Most Eligible Singles! You will have an opportunity to meet and learn about each nominee. There will be food, beer and of course a lot of fun! There’s a $5 cover charge for all attending, nominees will not be charged, and a portion of the proceeds will be going towards Jaxon Strong. RSVP BY
LEESBURG FOOD TRUCK-N-FLICK NIGHT This time around, the flick is Into The Woods, an offbeat musical where not everything is as happily-ever-after as thought. It brings true-to-life expectations to our favorite fairytales. One of the film’s biggest stars is Meryl Streep. It’s a film for the whole family. To find which trucks will be driving in, visit the Leesburg Partnership website: foodtrucknflick.leesburgpartnership.com. 5-10 p.m., Towne Square. 501 West Main St., Leesburg. FOR
AT 352.742.6204 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
CONTACTING DEB MATLOCK AT DEB@AKERSCREATIVE.COM OR 352.787.4112. NOVEMBER 8
4TH ANNUAL MOUNT DORA PATRIOT CRUISE & SALUTE This event organizes recreational boating events to benefit NOVEMBER 7 LEESBURG CHILI COOK-OFF wounded, injured, and ailing veterans of the United States Contestants, ready your ladles! It’s “on your mark, get set, cook” Armed Forces. Get involved with this cause and bring the joy of for the annual Chili Cook-off the water adventures to those coming to the Leesburg Towne Square. The title is up for grabs who have served. FOR MORE again, so this is a call for INFORMATION, VISIT MOUNTDOall the spice masters to pick RAPCS.ORG your peppers and take your places. Leesburg is hungry! Food and fun is sure to keep you warm. Come for live music NOVEMBER 11 all-you-can-eat grub, and only HISTORY HIKE: WALK IN $5 per person. 5-10 p.m., Towne THE FOOTSTEPS OF Square, 510 W. Main Street, FLORIDA’S PIONEERS Leesburg. FOR MORE INFORMA- Embark on this two-mile hike and journey to an era where TION, CALL 352.365.0053. the land was unsettled and much was uncertain. Walk the unpaved path traversed by Native Americans long ago. 9-11 a.m. Ferndale Preserve, 19220 County Road 455, Ferndale. TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION, CALL 352.253.4950. OR EMAIL PARKSANDTRAILS@LAKECOUNTYFL.GOV.
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NOVEMBER 12
TASTE OF TAVARES Time to dig in! Tavares is serving up some of its finest fare. Come to Taste of Tavares and vote for your favorite local eatery. Entry is $25. 6 - 9 p.m. Tavares Pavilion on the Lake, 200 S. Disston, Tavares. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL COLLEEN MCGINLEY AT 352.343.2531. OR EMAIL DIRECTOR@TAVARESCHAMBER.COM.
NOVEMBER 13
3RD ANNUAL MOUNT DORA SCOTTISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL A skirt was never so manly! Don’t miss the Highland games at the third annual Mount Dora Scottish Festival. It’s sure to be a sight. Come and enjoy the wonderful music, Celtic bands, and a singer/songwriter will liven up the town. Nov. 13-14. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 352.735.7183.
NOVEMBER 14
THE NOT-SO-WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW The Leesburg Saturday Morning Market presents this unique dog show, the organization promises “It’s like no other dog show you have experienced.” Enroll your furry friend in the competition, or just come for a tail-wagging good time. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Medals awarded at 11 a.m., Towne Square, 501 West Main St., Leesburg. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 352.365.0053.
