Good morning, Clermont.

LASER, a nonprofit leading Lake County flood recovery, is calling on volunteer groups to repair homes that lack flood insurance—an effort that has involved contacting 57 affected homeowners and repairing 20 homes so far.

The organization plans to expand support as more damage from the storm is assessed.

In October, the Lake County Clerk’s Office raised awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month by collecting stuffed animals to help local children affected by domestic abuse.

The donations—part of the office’s fourth-year effort—were given to Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties, which has offered aid to victims for over 40 years.

Clermont Garden Club members helped children plant flowers to take home during today’s Head Start Fall Festival at the facility on E.

Desoto St.—the free program for children ages 3-5 offered a bounce house, coloring, and gardening station—and the club supports the program with donated garden books.

The Kiwanis Club of Clermont will light up Center Lake with festive displays this December to mark the holiday season.

Local businesses can join by sponsoring for $200—sponsor names will appear on signage to support children and families in South Lake County.

Lake Community Arts will present its first winter concert—A Wondrous Revelation—at the Clermont Performing Arts Center on Sunday, December 21 at 6:00 p.m.—directed by Chad McClellan and featuring the 100-voice Lake Community Choir performing Christmas carols and festive holiday songs; tickets cost $10.

Duke Energy Florida announced that it will lower customer bills in March 2026 when it removes the storm cost recovery charge; residential customers will see a $44 decrease per 1,000 kWh and commercial bills will drop between 9.6% and 15.8%—though some customers may face a temporary increase in January and February.

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.

The Nutcracker

Dec 5-24, 7:30 p.m. — Steinmetz Hall — Prices vary — Celebrate the holidays with enchanting performances and family-friendly activities in this timeless ballet classic.