Good morning, Clermont.

The annual Sips and Salsa Festival—organized by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and the City of Clermont—will take place on Sept 20 with music, dance and local food celebrating Latin culture.

Local residents, businesses and visitors are invited to join the festive event with diverse vendors and bright decorations.

Mascotte Church is hosting its 1st Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser on October 18 at Green Valley Country Club in Groveland with an 8:00 am shotgun start—golfers play a 9-hole scramble for $65 per person, enjoy lunch and contests, and organizers invite players and sponsors to support the church's work.

The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission opened the bear hunting application window with a lottery for 187 permits—including 18 for the Seminole forest near Rock Springs Run—and it will remain open until midnight on September 22.

Local hunter Will Crebs applied from a Lake County gun shop using his phone while opponents plan to buy up tags to stop the hunt set from December 6—28.

The Lake County Board of Commissioners designated September 8 as Orlando Cat Café Day to honor the café’s 9th anniversary and its work in placing over 3,200 cats in loving homes+ the business also introduced a franchise program this year to help reduce shelter animals nationwide.

Christopher McKenna has quickly become one of South Lake Eagles’ top kickers with a strong work ethic—his powerful kicks boost the team on Friday nights.

He earned high ratings at summer camps and practices, and his daily training makes him a crucial player on special teams.

AdventHealth Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon & 5K Series #4

7-11 a.m. — Waterfront Park — Registration required — Dive into the excitement of the 40th Annual Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon & 5K Series in Clermont.

Anime Night Market

4-8 p.m. — 752 W Montrose St, Clermont, FL — Free admission — Experience a vibrant anime night with unique vendors and exciting cosplay.