Good morning, Clermont.

Well Of Hope Food Bank and Thrift Store in Clermont is asking for donations to help feed children and families who struggle to afford food.

Donations help buy groceries, with $25 feeding a family for one week – the goal is to raise $50,000.

The 23rd Annual Royal Highlands Craft Fair will be held on November 8 at Royal Highlands Community in Leesburg from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and proceeds will benefit the South Lake Neighborhood Center and The Animal League — supporting local community programs.

Lincoln Park is hosting the Year of the Youth Fall Community Event at McKinney Park, 801 N.

Bloxam Avenue, Clermont on Saturday, November 8 from 3pm to 6pm. The free event will offer food, giveaways and family activities to celebrate local youth — sponsored by LiveWell, Christian Men In Action, the Clermont Police Department, the Central Florida Black Nurses Association and Find, Feed & Restore.

South Lake Art League hosted its 5th Annual High School Art Display on November 1 at its gallery at 776 West Montrose Street in downtown Clermont — where Mayor Tim Murry presented a proclamation naming the day as South Lake Art League Day to honor its art contributions — and local high school students viewed creative works on display until November 16.

South Lake Presbyterian Church will host its Annual Cantata Worship Service on December 14th at 10 am with music by East Ridge Middle School Choir, Student Flutists, Sisters of Sound, and solo piano + violin along with traditional carols that share the promise of Christmas.

Guests can enjoy a complimentary lunch after the service, which is sponsored by Guru Restaurant + Zmax Web Radio.

Woodlands Lutheran Church will hold its third annual performance of Handel’s Messiah on November 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary in Montverde—featuring Opera Orlando Chorus and Florida Philharmonia Orchestra with free admission and a suggested donation of $20.

Eustis officials said on November 3 that a Florida Department of Transportation-certified engineer is evaluating the collapsed bridge at Spring Ridge Estates and will work on a repair plan — Fire Chief Michael Swanson noted that city utilities and other infrastructure are affected.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Turkey Day 5K Clermont

9 AM – 1 PM — Waterfront Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run for the whole family.

SAK Comedy Lab Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy an evening of audience-interactive improvisational comedy from Central Florida's favorite troupe.