The To-Do List

November

Farmer’s Markets

Saturdays: The Saturday Morning Market on Towne Square

Music: Nov. 4, Michael Hartman; Nov. 11, Tommy Treadway; Nov. 18, Al Manfredi; Nov. 25, Mitch Patterson. Leesburg 8am-1pm

Brownwood Farmer’s Market

2726 Brownwood Blvd., Wildwood 9am-1pm

Tuesdays: Lady Lake Farmers Market

Lady Lake Log Cabin 106 S. U.S. Hwy. 441/27 9am-1pm

NOV. 1 It’s the circus!

Flip FabriQue, a young troupe of professional circus artists, has created a show that will entertain and amaze. 7pm; tickets $25-$70. Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages.

NOV. 2 An evening of sinful laughs

He’s ranked as one of the “100 Greatest Standups of All Time” and he’s coming to Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages. Sinbad performs to benefit Cornerstone Hospice. Show times are 5 and 8pm, and tickets cost $25-$65.

NOV. 3 Bring your glass slipper

Enjoy the gala Veterans Charity Ball fundraiser 7-10:30pm at Leesburg Community Building, 109 Dixie Ave. Tickets $35, include cocktail reception, dinner, dancing, and a raff le. A special “Salute to Veterans.” Proceeds go to area veterans’ organizations.

NOV. 3 Zoom, zoom

The HydroDrag World Championship starts at 9am at Wooton Park, 100 E. Ruby St., Tavares.

NOV. 3 Casual attire required

The annual LIfeStream Gala of Hope/Jeans and Jerseys at Mission Inn Resort, 10400 County Road 48, Howey-in-the-Hills. An evening of fun, food, and festivities to benefit children’s services in Lake and Sumter counties. Tickets cost $100.

NOV. 3, 10, 11 They’re creepy and they’re spooky

NOV. 1

Where Santa shops

The 22nd annual Leesburg Christmas House is open at ViaPort Florida Mall, 10401 U.S. Highway 441. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 10am-6pm; Friday-Saturday, 10am-8pm; Sunday, noon-5pm. Go see “The Addams Family: A New Musical” at the Melon Patch Theatre, 311 N. 13th St., Leesburg. Wednesday is grown up and wants to marry…a normal boy! 8pm Friday and Saturday; 2pm Saturday.

NOV. 3-DEC. 3 The chosen ones

The Studio Theatre at Tierra del Sol presents “Bad Jews” by Joshua Harmon. The critically acclaimed comedy asks about what you choose to believe when you’re chosen. 7pm. Tickets cost $35. 806 San Marino Dr., The Villages.

NOV. 4 Lightning fast

Superkids Charity Car Show at Advance Auto Parks, 2659 Highway 50, Clermont. See the FedEx #11 Monster Energy Joe Gibbs from 9am - 2pm.

NOV. 4 The world is but a canvas

The Downtown Clermont Art Festival is noted for the diverse mix of artists and the quality of its art. Live music, food trucks, and kids’ zone. 9am at 787 W. Montrose St.

NOV. 4 Hot time in the city

Gates open at 4:30pm; serving at 5pm for the annual Leesburg Chili Cook-Off in Towne Square. Live entertainment. Tickets $10, available at site. Also purchase beer, wine, and soda. Serving ends when the chili does.

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NOV. 4 Celebrate the arts

Mount Dora Center for the Arts presents Art of the Deal “Welcome to the Show” in the Donnelly Building at 5th and Donnelly Street. Catered cuisine, an open bar, dancing, live and silent auctions, gaming tables, entertainment. Tickets $85 in advance at mountdoracenterforthearts.org.

NOV. 4 That’s really corny

It’s the 15th Corn Maze season at Long & Scott Farms, 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora. This year is a tribute to first responders, who get in free, and family members get 50 percent discounts. Off er valid at ticket window only. Opens at 10am.

NOV. 4-5, 11-12 Lords and ladies gather here

Step back in time at the Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire. Wander through merchants’ wares and find a little magic along the way. 10am-5pm at County Landfill Road in Tavares. Buy tickets online at lakerenfaire.com or at the gate. Group rates available. Rain or shine.

NOV. 4 The craft of baking

Enjoy great homemade goodies and browse handmade crafts at the 10th annual Craft Show and Bake Sale at Imperial Terrace East Clubhouse, 2612 Vindale Road, Tavares. No charge. Opens 8am. Buy breakfast and lunch, win door prizes, and 50/50 drawing.

NOV. 4 Pancakes and tractors

The annual International Harvester Pancake Breakfast is at Paquette’s Historical Farmall Museum, 615 S. Whitney Road, Leesburg. Cost: $15. Proceeds go to Cornerstone Hospice.

NOV. 4-5 A rose by any other name

Lake and Hills Garden Club presents the 14th annual Garden Tour in Mount Dora. Tour starts at Country Club of Mount Dora, 1900 Country Club Ave. Tour/$15; Tour and lunch/$30. Saturday 9am-4:30pm; Sunday 11am-4:30pm.

NOV. 7 A newer you

Meet the staff and get answers about ImageLift. Seating is limited, so reserve now for The Waterfront Inn, Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages. Receive Dr. Castellano’s book free when you register. Call 877.346.2435. One volunteer will get a FREE filler demonstration.

NOV 8 Christmas shopping done early

The Shop Lady Lake Expo is from 10am-3:30pm at St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, 1351 Paige Place, Lady Lake. Browse local businesses, enjoy music and seminars. Free and golf-cart accessible. Call 352.753.6029.

NOV. 9 Dance, dance, dance

Spend an evening with Ailey II: The Next Generation. Under the artistic direction of Troy Powell. Showtime: 7pm. Tickets: $20-$60. Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages.

NOV. 10 Wheels on the ground

The Big Bike Weekend Cycling Expo and Health Fair is from 10am-2pm at La Hacienda Recreation Center, 1200 Avenida Central, The Villages. See what’s new, discover bike clubs and bicycle travel companies, register for Saturday’s ride, or pick up ride packets. Free medical screenings and the OneBlood Big Red Bus for those who’d like to give.

NOV. 11

Tails a waggin’

Catch the Not So Westminster Dog Show at Saturday Morning Market in Leesburg Towne Square. Several categories to enter free, 11am. Special guest DJ Tommy Treadway. Download the app at the Leesburg Partnership website.

NOV. 11 Golfi ng for education

The annual Friendship Golf tournament sponsored by the Sophisticated Gents of Florida and the African American Club of The Villages is at Harbor Hills Country Club. Proceeds fund scholarships for graduates of Lake Weir, Leesburg, Wildwood, and The Villages high schools. Prizes, a luncheon with door prizes, and a raff le.

NOV. 11 Get your heart racing

Hearts for our Hospital Big Bike Weekend launches at 8am at La Hacienda Recreation Center in The Villages. Bikers will do 10-, 17-, 32-, 64-, or 100-mile rides with rest stops. Breakfast and lunch included, mechanical support provided, routes marked, public safety on hand, door prizes, free T-shirts, jerseys can be purchased.

NOV. 11-12 Winner of Best Musical

“Kinky Boots” features the songs of Cyndi Lauper. Charlie Price is struggling with the family’s shoe factory when the amazing Lola arrives looking for sturdy new stilettos. Tickets cost $50-$99. Shows: 7:30pm Saturday; 2pm and 7:30pm Sunday at Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages.

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Ongoing Events

1st Saturday Wine Tasting Stroll

Starts at Maggie’s Attic on Alexander Street and 4th Avenue. 6-8pm

2nd Friday Art Splash

Features artists and performers on the sidewalks of downtown Mount Dora. 6-8pm

2nd Friday Movie in the Park

Free family movie starts at dusk Donnelly Park Downtown Mount Dora

3rd Wednesday

PAWS Reading Dogs, W.T. Bland Library, Mount Dora

3rd Thursday Mount Dora Food

Trucks, Downtown Mount Dora

4th Saturday

Classic Car Cruise-In, Downtown Eustis

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: calendar@akersmediagroup.com or Lake & Sumter Style Calendar, P.O. Box 490088, Leesburg, FL 34749

NOV. 11-12 It starts with a seed

The 23rd annual Mount Dora Plant & Garden Fair in Donnelly Park, downtown Mount Dora, features Central Florida’s top growers, who bring more than 12,000 plants. For info, call 352.729.2170.

NOV. 14 A blast from the past

It will only take a little “Crystal Blue Persuasion” to get you to groove to “Hanky Panky” with Tommy James and the Shondells at Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages. Showtime is 7pm and tickets $65-$125.

NOV. 17 Dream on

The Night of Dreams for 2017 is presented by CECO at Full Sail Live! 141 University Park Dr., Winter Park. The event includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, a silent auction and more.

NOV. 17-18 The wearing of the kilt

The bagpipes are echoing through the hills, or the palm trees at least. The fifth annual Scottish Highland Festival at Gilbert Park in Mount Dora. Scottish bands and musicians and an afternoon of Highland games. Call 352.735.7183.

NOV. 18 A tribute to Bowie

The Modernism Museum Mount Dora exhibits David Bowie’s private Memphis Design collection with The David Bowie Tribute Band performing. Tickets $25/nonmembers; $20/3MD members. Purchase tickets online at modernismmuseum.org. Enhance your night out with dinner at 1921 by Norman Van Aken for $35 per person for a starter, entrée, and dessert.

NOV. 19 Christmas in music

The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra presents the Messiah Concert at 7pm. Tickets are $20-$60. Enjoy the music of the season at The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages.

NOV. 20 Music for the soul

The heart of New Orleans is coming to Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages. See Irma Thomas, the Blind Boys of Alabama, and the Preservation Hall Legacy Quartet. Showtime 7pm and tickets are $20$65. Go to thesharon.com.

NOV. 25 Shop locally

It’s national Small Business Saturday and your chance to shop in the wonderful towns in this area. On the busiest shopping days of the holiday season. From Oxford to the Four Corners, there are plenty of shops to find the perfect gift for the special people in your life. Check the Gift Guide in Lake & Sumter Style.

NOV 25 Light up Mount Dora

The 35th annual event pre-show starts at 4:30pm; live show at 5:30pm; lights on at 6:30pm. Free admission to Donnelly Park. Call 352.383.2165. The seventh annual lighting of the Main Street Christ follows at 4th Avenue Pedestrian Mall.

NOV. 28 It takes two to tango

Coming direct from Argentina to The Villages is Tango Buenos Aires. 7pm and tickets $20-$50. Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Spanish Springs Town Square. Go to thesharon.com.

NOV. 30 Calling all doctors

The 2017 annual Meeting & Medical Expo of Lake-Sumter Medical Society is 5-8pm at the Pavilion on the Lake. A private trade show for physicians, clinicians, and practice management. 200 S. Disston Ave., Tavares. Catering by Pisces Rising.

NOV. 24 The holiday offi cially begins

Light up Eustis is 5-9pm in Ferran Park in Eustis. Lights, carols, Santa and Mrs. Claus, rides, bands, food, drinks, and artists row. Free admission. Call 352.483.5491.

NOV. 25-DEC. 2

O Christmas tree

Don’t miss the third annual Festival of Trees at the Grand Oaks Croquet Arena, and this year, wreaths are added. 4-8pm each evening. Holiday music, refreshments, and nightly activities. Bid for the trees at a live auction Dec. 2, with all proceeds going to charity.