Good morning, Clermont.

MLK Day events in Central Florida will feature a free parade at Clermont Waterfront Park on Jan.

19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and free celebrations are planned in Kissimmee, Orlando, Ormond Beach, Wildwood, and Winter Garden (no cost).

Girl Scouts of Citrus launched the 2026 season with a new cookie flavor (Exploremores) that funds leadership training and local community projects.

Digital sales began Jan. 2, and local booths will appear soon to support STEM workshops and outdoor adventures.

At Struthers Nursery and Garden Center in Tavares, staff spent six hours Thursday covering tens of thousands of plants with frost blankets and moving vulnerable ones into a greenhouse; field manager Clayton Struthers (who values every plant) will check early this morning to ensure they stay protected from the cold.

Citrus farmers in Clermont are preparing to protect crops and exotic animals at Showcase of Citrus (which houses an Amazon parrot, baby goats, and lemurs in an 85°F heated shed) as near-freezing temperatures threaten citrus trees that need safeguard below 36°F.

Federal funding for mental health and addiction programs was nearly cut Tuesday night but restored late Wednesday after nationwide outcry, ensuring local providers such as Aspire Health Partners + others can continue offering care, Freddy Morello of the local NAMI affiliate said.

Pool expert Troy Serres advises pool owners to run pumps overnight to keep water moving and prevent cracked pipes when freezing temperatures hit.

He suggests setting timers (midnight to morning) for pools in counties expecting below-freezing conditions.

Holy Fire Reiki & Sound Healing Experience

1:11-2:11 p.m. — Au Naturale Spa and Wellness — $35 — Experience a transformative immersion of Holy Fire Reiki and sound healing for deep balance and clarity.

Creative Coffee Chat & Crafts

8:30-10:00 a.m. — Just Love Coffee Cafe - Clermont — $10 — Unwind with coffee and explore a new craft in a welcoming community atmosphere.

Smokin Renegade Tribute Concert

7-10 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy a night of classic hits from Boston and Styx performed by the talented band Smokin Renegade.

Ugly Pajama 5K Run

9 a.m. — Victory Pointe — Registration required — Celebrate coziness and competition in your craziest pajamas at this whimsical 5K run.

Awakening Wellness: Holy Fire Reiki & Sound Healing

1:11-2:11 p.m. — Au Naturale Spa and Wellness — $35 — Experience a transformative session of Reiki and sound healing under the Snow Full Moon in Leo.

Intro to Business Automation Workshop

9-11 p.m. — Clermont City Center — Free entry — Learn quick-win automations to save time and reduce manual work in your business.