MOUNT DORA BUZZ
  • Home
  • News
    • Top Stories
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Business & Real Estate
    • Outdoor Life
    • Real Estate Buzz
    • Government & Education
    • Profiles
    • Newsworthy
    • What's Hot...
    • Development Buzz
    • Who Knew?
    • Buzz Polls
  • Calendar
  • Festivals & Events
    • Annual Festivals
    • Monthly Events
    • Fall Festivals & Halloween Events
    • Best Local Pumpkin Patches
    • Holiday Event Guide
    • Mount Dora Community Toy Drive
  • The Best of....
    • Best of Mount Dora
    • Best of Eustis
    • Best of Tavares
    • Best of Mount Dora Take-out
  • Things to Do
  • Dining
  • Live Music
  • Lodging
  • Photos
    • Doors of Mount Dora
    • City Scenes
    • Colorful Cottages of Mount Dora
    • Holiday Lights
    • Views from Above
    • Palm Island Boardwalk
    • July 4th Americana
    • Vintage Photos
    • Donnelly House
    • Sydonie Mansion
    • The Howey Mansion
  • History
  • Mobile App
  • Contact
    • News Desk
    • Advertising Inquiries
    • Writing Services & Content Marketing
    • Design Services
    • Social Media Services
    • Suggest a Restaurant Visit
    • Submit Pic of the Day
  • Subscribe

Monthly Edition

OCTOBER 2016

10/1/2016

0 Comments

 
Picture
- Hurricane Matthew was downgraded to a category three hurricane and remained offshore.  Central Florida, including Lake County, escaped high sustained winds was spared major damage. 

-  It's a rite of passage for kids, the day when they are finally big enough to tackle the large corn maze.  Long & Scott Farm

is opening their corn maze adventure on October 1 with an expanded maze and tons of familiy activities. Read more

-  A vibrant monthly event kicks off in Mount Dora on October 14.  Art Splashwill feature artists and performers on the sidewalks of downtown to celebrate the creative arts.  It's expected to be the perfect night to visit downtown.  Artists and performers need to get their free permit in advance.  Read more

- Got a sweet tooth?  Never satisfied with just an Oreo?  We scoured the area to come up with the top 10 local indulgences that are well worth the guilt and special trip. Don't worry, the treadmill isn't going anywhere.   Read more   

-  A piece of Eustis history recently went on the market.  The Wandry House, a stunning stone structure, already has approval from the city for a variety of uses, including a bed & breakfast.  Read more. Another area landmark, Syndonie Mansion, finally received its designation on the National Register for Historic Places as the state's oldest mansion.  Read more 

- While anxious movie-goers are waiting for Epic Theatres to open next summer, they can now take in flicks at the newly renovated AMC Theaters in Leesburg
.Among the improvements are comfy reclining chairs.  Read more

- Always running out the door?  Get your news and events on the the go with the free mobile app from Mount Dora Buzz.  Click here for Apple app and for the Google Play app click here.

-  Mount Dora's new city manager, Robin Hayes took the reins this week at City Hall.  Hayes has a strong financial background and was most recently Management Services Director at the city of Oviedo.  Read more

This month's Mount Dora Bicycle Festival is expected to be even bigger and better than last year's.  The energetic organizers created new scenic rides and activities to attract local and visiting cyclists.  Read more 

- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there is so much more to do than just wearing pink.  We've compiled a few local opportunities to help the cause and have fun doing it.  Read more  

- Mount Dora's most anxiously awaited charity and cultural event of the year is just around the corner.  Art of the Deal is set for Nov. 5 with an innovative theme, "Creativity Leads to Invention."  Read more 
  
Scroll down for all the new restaurant and store news.
Picture
-  A healthy new lunch option opened in Eustis.  Living Green Cafe serves up healthy, fresh wraps, salads and entrees including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items.  Try the chicken Asian lettuce wraps and a green smoothie!  Yum!  Triangle Center, 353 Plaza Drive, Eustis. (Watch for our upcoming article)
-  Once again, Mount Dora will be overrun with ghoulish party-goers during Mayhem in Mount Dora. On Oct. 29, Pisces Rising is going all out again for this event in Sunset Park.  Read more

-  Can't decide where to eat out this weekend?  No worries, just check out thelocal dining guide to help make your decision.   Read more ​​
Picture
-  A new twist on home decor stores is opening in downtown Mount Dora.  Melrose Home Marketplace is expecting to open on October 5th.  The creative owners are giving shoppers a unique mix of home decor.  Read more.  


- Watch for a new business, A. Adams Antique & Fine Art, to open in the former building of The Painter's Daughter.  The new store is planning to open on Oct. 28 and will specialize in French furniture and original art.   Read more

For events in Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis, visit the calendar here.   For more area 'buzz', 'like' the Mount Dora Buzz Facebook page and download its free mobile app. 
Get events & news on the go with the Mount Dora Buzz free mobile app.
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

    Archives

    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    April 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014

    Categories

    All

    RSS Feed

Terms of Use
Copyright Mount Dora Buzz 2022
​All rights reserved.



  • Home
  • News
    • Top Stories
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Business & Real Estate
    • Outdoor Life
    • Real Estate Buzz
    • Government & Education
    • Profiles
    • Newsworthy
    • What's Hot...
    • Development Buzz
    • Who Knew?
    • Buzz Polls
  • Calendar
  • Festivals & Events
    • Annual Festivals
    • Monthly Events
    • Fall Festivals & Halloween Events
    • Best Local Pumpkin Patches
    • Holiday Event Guide
    • Mount Dora Community Toy Drive
  • The Best of....
    • Best of Mount Dora
    • Best of Eustis
    • Best of Tavares
    • Best of Mount Dora Take-out
  • Things to Do
  • Dining
  • Live Music
  • Lodging
  • Photos
    • Doors of Mount Dora
    • City Scenes
    • Colorful Cottages of Mount Dora
    • Holiday Lights
    • Views from Above
    • Palm Island Boardwalk
    • July 4th Americana
    • Vintage Photos
    • Donnelly House
    • Sydonie Mansion
    • The Howey Mansion
  • History
  • Mobile App
  • Contact
    • News Desk
    • Advertising Inquiries
    • Writing Services & Content Marketing
    • Design Services
    • Social Media Services
    • Suggest a Restaurant Visit
    • Submit Pic of the Day
  • Subscribe