Oct 2
Kids Games
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla10/211/13
Play games with friends. KG – 5th grade.
Oct 2
Farm to Table – Not Your Average Corn
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora
A recipe demo and sampling is included.
Oct 3
Cooking in an Instant
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Office in Tavares
Join us for this hands-on cooking class to make Fall favorite’s using an electric pressure cooker via an Instant Pot and an air fryer.
Oct 4
Exploration Hike
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Ferndale Preserve in Montverde10/411/112/6
Join staff to explore the habitats and species of Ferndale Preserve.
Oct 4
Pet Blessing at First Presbyterian
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Mount Dora in Mount Dora
Bring your special pet for a Blessing on Friday, Oct ober 4 at 11:00 on the lawn in front of the First Presbyterian Church in Mount Dora.
Oct 5
Big Sit
7:30 AM – 11:00 AM Green Mountain Scenic Overlook & Trailhead in Minneola
How many birds can be identified from within a 17 foot diameter circle? Join park staff to find out.
Oct 5
Fall in the Field Show
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Renninger’s Antique Center in Mount Dora10/510/6
Antique Center,Consignment, Street of Shops, The Stables, Pavilions, and Outdoors Fall is here!
Oct 5
Bat Party with S’mores
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Flat Island Preserve in Leesburg
EVENT FULL – Any new registrations will be put on a waiting list – Join staff to learn about bats.
Oct 5
Umatilla Garden Club
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla10/511/212/71/4 Plus More
Connect with local garden enthusiasts and cultivate your green thumb!
Oct 5
Minneola Library Fall Book Bake & Craft Sale
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Minneola City Hall in Minneola
There are over 60 vendor tables full of handmade crafts and gift items. Tons of books, DVDs, puzzles and vintage books.
Oct 6
Exploration Hike
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PEAR Park Gateway in Leesburg10/611/312/1
Join staff on an early evening hike to get some exercise while exploring nature at PEAR Park.
Oct 6
Callisto: Harmonies Across Horizons
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Mission Resort + Club in Howey-in-the-Hills
Callisto is a newly minted quintet that places itself between jazz and folk music. The outdoor concert is at the Legends Terrace. Seats are provided.
Oct 8
Macramé with Melanie
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla
Watch artist Melody Louis demonstrate the art of macramé and learn to do it for yourself. Limited seating. Pre-register.
Oct 9
Water Wednesday
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Hickory Point in Tavares
Any new registrations will put on a waiting list – Learn about the difference between a turtle and a tortoise and their habitats.
Oct 9
Farm to Table – Okra Beyond Fried. How do I cook it?
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora
A recipe demo and sampling is included.
Oct 10
Trivia Night at First Presbyterian-Benefits Homeless
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM First Presbyterian Church Mount Dora in Mount Dora
Bring your friends to form a team or join a team for a fun filled night of TRIVIA. Tickets are $15 and include Pizza, brownie and a drink.
Oct 11
Living With Florida Black Bears
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Pine Meadows Conservation Area in Eustis
Lake County is bear country! Come learn your part in how to better coexist and reduce potential conflict between humans and bears.
Oct 11
Umatilla Literary Society
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla10/1111/812/6
In Literary Society book lovers get together and discuss whatever they are reading.
Oct 11
Discover Leesburg
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Towne Square, Downtown Leesburg in Leesburg10/1111/812/13
Discover Leesburg: Join us every 2nd Friday evening of the month on Towne Square in Downtown Leesburg for an unforgettable experience.
Oct 12
Plants and People
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PEAR Park Wildlife Conservation Area in Leesburg
Native plant species are important resources for wildlife and people. Learn their many roles while hiking with a staff naturalist.
Oct 12
GFWC Woman’s Club of Leesburg Quarter Auction
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Social Hall at Legacy of Leesburg in Leesburg
Help our club raise funds for Cornerstone Hospice and Forward Paths, helping yound adults aging out of foster care!
Oct 12
Welcome Home Clean Comedy Show
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Hideaway Performing Arts Theater in Eustis
Get ready for a night of unstoppable laughter at the House of Laughter & Hideaway Performing Arts Theater!
Oct 12
Florida Military Collector Show
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Renninger’s Antique Center in Mount Dora
The Florida Military Collector show is a one day event on Saturday. Is is one of the largest all military collectible shows in the South East
Oct 13
Bugs and Bunnies
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Ferndale Preserve in Montverde
Explore the reserve with a staff naturalist while learning about the site residents.
Oct 14
Scary Plants (UF/IFAS Master Gardener)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla
Carnivorous plants are plants that derive some or most of their nutrients from trapping and consuming animals or protozoans, typically insects and other…
Oct 14
Clermont Tinnitus Support Group
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Citrus Hearing Clinic in Clermont10/1411/11
Being part of a group where others understand your struggles can provide a sense of relief & reduce feelings of isolation.
Oct 15
Blue Creek Run Paddling Adventure
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Lake George Boat Ramp in Astor
Paddlers will explore the shoreline of Lake George, Florida’s 2nd largest lake and a tributary of the St. Johns River, Blue Creek.
Oct 16
Reading with a Naturalist
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Hickory Point in Tavares
Come join the Naturalist for a reading of “A Turtle’s Dangerous Journey”. Learn more about turtles and create your own turtle puppet plate. Ages: Pre K …
Oct 16
Kids LEGOS
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla
Play Legos. KG-5th Grade.
Oct 16
Shimmering Lanterns of Hope
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM UF Health Leesburg Hospital in Leesburg
Join us in our 1st annual Shimmering Lanterns of Hope community event focused on breast health, survivorship and HOPE.
Oct 19
Quarterly Bird & Butterfly Survey
7:30 AM – 11:00 AM Ellis Acres Reserve in Paisley
Assist Park Staff with surveying the birds and butterflies that inhabit Lake County’s conservation lands.
Oct 19
Golden Keys Foundation FREE Fall Festival of Hopse
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Mystical Winds Gathering Place in Clermont
Free Entry. Guest Speakers focused on Hope for All Ages. Prizes/Goodie Bags. Food. Market & Vendor Showcase. Music. Games for Kids. ht…
Oct 19
Rocktoberfest
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wooton Park in Tavares
LIVE ROCK MUSIC | MONSTER SPLASH SEAPLANE CONTESTS | FOOD TRUCKS | VENDORS | KIDS PUMPKIN DECORATING KITS
Oct 19
Downtown Clermont Wine Strolls
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Downtown in Clermont10/1911/2212/20
Explore historic Downtown Clermont while sampling 25 different wines at participating shops.
Oct 22
BINGO!
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla10/2211/19
Play BINGO for fun prizes! There is limited seating for this event. Pre-registration is required. Contact the front desk to pre-register. 352-669-3284
Oct 23
Farm to Table – Fresh and Flavorful Green Beans
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora
A recipe demo and sampling is included.
Oct 24
Lake County Senior Expo
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Lake Square Mall in Tavares
The event seeks to build awareness of Lake County resources to meet the broad range of needs for elders in the community. S
Oct 26
Mount Dora Craft Fair
9:00 AM – 5:00 AM Downtown Mount Dora Streets in Mount Dora10/2610/27
Ranked #1 All Time Favorite Craft Festival in America in 2021 by Sunshine Artist Magazine in their 50th anniversary edition.
Oct 26
Quarterly Bird & Butterfly Survey
7:30 AM – 11:00 AM Neighborhood Lakes Scenic Trail and Trailhead in Sorrento
Assist park staff with surveying the birds and butterflies that inhabit Lake County’s conservation lands.
Oct 26
WestMUTTster Dog Show & Silent Auction Event
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Ferran Park in Eustis
Come out and enjoy a beautiful day at Ferran Park along the lake in downtown Eustis.
Oct 26
Trick or Treat on Main St.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Towne Square, Downtown Leesburg in Leesburg
Get ready to kick off your Halloween weekend with a spooktacular evening of fun and frights at Trick or Treat on Main St.!
Oct 27
Festivals of Speed at Mission Resort + Club
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Mission Resort + Club in Howey-in-the-Hills
Join us for a day filled with fun with Festivals of Speed on Sunday, Oct ober 27th starting at 11am!
Oct 29
Bottle Painting
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla
Learn how to transform your empty wine bottles into a work of art. Limited seating. Pre-Register.
Oct 30
Crafty Kids
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla10/3011/2012/18
Relax with crafts. After-school enrichment for KG-5th.
