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Clermont
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amber Brooke Farms will host its fall festival this weekend despite flood damage that destroyed a retaining wall and hurt some crops—farm workers are cleaning up debris and fixing the playground to keep visitors safe while all festival activities continue as planned. News 6
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Little Hello Co. opened at Downtown Exchange on 639 8th Street in Clermont. Local artist Dawn Mancuso founded the shop to offer handcrafted stationery, watercolor art supplies, and live art sessions—plus monthly classes for all skill levels. South Lake Tablet
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lake-Sumter State College has been named among 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, recognized for strong student outcomes like retention and completion. Eligible colleges will submit applications and a winner will be chosen in spring 2027 — a process that underscores the college’s commitment to student success. South Lake Tablet
- ➤ Lake Minneola High School sophomore Corinne Vogel (15) has been selected for the High School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall and will perform with the Honors Concert Choir in February. She auditioned through a competitive process that chose top young performers from around the world. South Lake Tablet
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Trunk or Treat Montverde
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Kirk Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with contests, music, and prizes for best decorations and costumes.
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The Golden Sounds of The Platters
7-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — $33.50-$64.50 — Relive timeless classic hits with the soulful harmonies of The Platters.
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The Florida Run
7:00-11:00 a.m. — Lake Louisa State Park — Registration fees vary — Experience thrilling trail running in the scenic beauty of Florida's Lake Louisa State Park.
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Salute to America's Veterans
3:00 - 4:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate and honor veterans through music performed by the Orlando Concert Band.
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Balloon Glow - Drone & Laser Show
5 PM – 11 PM — Wilotree Park — Limited tickets available — Experience a dazzling display of balloons illuminated with a spectacular drone and laser show.
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Piano Men: Generations
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the musical influences of Billy Joel and Elton John with a talented father and son duo.
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45th Horrible-100 Cycling Event
12 AM – 4 PM — Waterfront Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in the iconic cycling challenge that celebrates 45 years of community spirit.
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Clermont Most Magical Night Celebration
2-8 p.m. — Downtown Clermont — Free entry — A joyful celebration with snow, Santa sightings, and local vendors to kick off the holiday season.
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The Great Turkey Trot 5K
8-9:15 a.m. — Southern Hill Farms — Registration required — A family-friendly 5K race with fun awards and fall festival activities.
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Turkey Day 5K Clermont
9 AM – 1 PM — Waterfront Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run for the whole family.
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