NOVEMBER EDITION: News & events for Mount Dora, Tavares and Eustis

Central Florida's event season is in full swing

Northeast Lake County knows how to usher in the season with its eclectic lineup of seasonal happenings. Make sure to save the dates for some of the area's must-see events.

Plant & Landscape Fair returns Nov. 2 and 3

The first event of the month is the annual Mount Dora Plant and Garden Fair that takes root in downtown Mount Dora on November 2 and 3. Approximately 100 vendors will be selling everything from landscape plants and herbs to succulents and garden decor. Read more

Huge Mount Dora Antique Extravaganza returns this month

Treasure hunters are eagerly anticipating the return of the Southeast’s largest vintage event. The Antique Extravaganza, set among the oak-lined hills of Renninger’s Antique Center, offers everything a collector could dream of. Read more

Save the night after Thanksgiving for Light Up Eustis 

After frantic Black Friday sales, head to downtown Eustis to kick off the holiday season with its beautiful holiday lighting event with festivities for the whole family. Learn more

Light Up Mount Dora returns the end of November

Light Up Mount Dora has undergone changes in recent years, and we'll have to wait and see what this year's event brings on Saturday, November 23. Stay updated with more details as they become available on Mount Dora Buzz's Facebook page.

New public art installed in Sunset Park

The entrance of downtown Mount Dora's Sunset Park now greets visitors with a cheerful mosaic created by local artist Diana Lucas with help from Juliet Davis of Yada Yada Pottery, and donated by a generous group of local women. Next time you're downtown, pop by Alexander Street and Fourth Avenue for a selfie.

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New Vintage shop set to open in Mount Dora

A new retail shop, Cooper's Alley, is set to open on Donnelly Street in downtown Mount Dora in the quaint historic building that was recently occupied by St. Nick's Holiday Shoppe, and was previously home to The Painter's Daughter boutique. The new store will carry a curated mix of vintage and new home decor, as well as a selection of gifts.

Stitch & Gather closes downtown Mount Dora location

After a few years in downtown Mount Dora, Stitch & Gather, the fun customization and embroidery store, has closed its Fourth Avenue store. Instead of a brick-and-mortar location, the company will offer a convenient drop-box located just east of downtown at 436 E. Fifth Avenue.

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Eastern Mount Dora continues to be plagued with severe odor

Even after a Florida Department of Environmental Protection consent order earlier this year, eastern Mount Dora continues to be plagued with a severe sewage-like odor. The alleged culprit is the City's water treatment facility. A study is wrapping up to determine whether further action is required by the City of Mount Dora to help alleviate the years-long environmental issue.

Election Day decision for Mount Dora voters
City of Mount Dora voters only have one seat on the ballot this year. In the race for mayor, residents will choose between former Mayor Cathy Hoechst and former Vice Mayor James Homich. Their biggest differences on issues are their positions on local overdevelopment, budgeting and municipal taxes. Hoechst has a Facebook page with more info and Homich has a website. Learn more about Homich here and learn more about Hoechst here. Election Day is November 5 and registered voters must go to their assigned precinct with valid photo identification in order to vote.

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