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FEBRUARY EDITION: News & events for Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis

2/2/2025

 
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Annual tour of Lake County artists' studios returns this month
Jump in the car for a unique self-guided tour of some of the area's most talented artists' studios. The annual "Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour" returns to Lake County on February 15 and 16. Read more

Pickleball gets upgrades in Donnelly Park
The wait is over! Mount Dora's throngs of pickleball players can return to Donnelly Park now that the new courts are complete and the old courts have been resurfaced. This is just one phase of improvements to the park. Read more

Eustis brings six-story duck to downtown
The world’s largest rubber duck will debut at Georgefest on February 15-22. The oversized photo-op stands more than six stories tall and weighs over 11 tons. Duke, as it's named, will be on display for the duration of the annual festval celebrating George Washington's birthday.

Local Black history recognized during African American History Month
The story of Mount Dora isn't complete without recognizing the impact Black residents had on the city's progress.  At the end of the Civil War, freed slaves left Georgia and other Southern states, searching for a safe haven and a place to prosper. Mount Dora, unnamed and undeveloped in the late 1800s, was one of those places. Read more

Daytrippin' to Orlando's Chinatown
Next time you're sitting around in the afternoon and looking for something different to do, get in the car and head south. Orlando's version of Chinatown may be small and not exactly photogenic, but it's a fun destination for anyone who is a culinary adventurer. Read more

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New rooftop Bar in Tavares destined to be popular new spot
With its panoramic view of Lake Dora and a menu of 30 martinis, plus other craft cocktails, Citrus Sky Bar is expected to attract locals and visitors alike. The new bar is just one of the upgrades to The Citrus on the Lake Hotel. Read more

One of Tavares' favorite eateries finds new spot in Mount Dora
Fresh salads and sandwiches, along with its chill vibe, made The Deli Llama a favorite lunch spot in Tavares. Last month the owners announced it will be relocating to Mount Dora Marketplace on Donnelly Street in April. Look for it in the same building as Dark & Light Cafe.

A cheerful new lunch spot preps to open in Mount Dora
A cheerful new lunch cafe, Little Something Different, is preparing to open in the former space of Let's Do Lunch on Donnelly Street in downtown. We're still awaiting word back on the menu, projected opening date and hours, but keep an eye out for it.

Congratulations to Butcher's Nook in Mount Dora
The delicious artisanal sammies crafted in downtown Mount Dora will soon be available to more lucky sandwich connoisseurs. The Butcher's Nook is expanding with a second location at Hall's on Fifth, Apopka's first food hall. The high-end sandwich shop and premium meat counter opened over a year ago on Alexander Street next to Maggie's Attic in Mount Dora.

If you know of a new local restaurant or retail shop prepping to open in Mount Dora, Tavares or Eustis, please email us the details here.

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Mount Dora Police launch new bike patrol
Mount Dora Police Department launched a new bike patrol initiative, a community-focused program designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the community while improving public safety.  The bike patrol, with its specially-equipped mountain bikes and officers with yellow helmets, will expand coverage in areas that are challenging to navigate with standard vehicles, including downtown, residential neighborhoods, and busy public spaces. The bike patrol can respond quicker and engage more directly, while proactively deterring crime in those areas.

Mount Dora eyes potential parking improvements
In an development that would likely draw cheers from residents, business owners and visitors, the City Council discussed the potential availability of two privately-owned parking lots in downtown to help ease the downtown Mount Dora parking issue. First, the City will need to revise an old ordinance that effectively prevents the private lots from being used for public parking. Stay tuned. 

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New Area Development in the Pipeline​
The approval process for new developments depends on the type of project proposed. Check out the current list of local commercial and residential development projects here. As projects advance through the multi-step approval process, watch Mount Dora Buzz's website for more in-depth articles on some of the newsworthy developments.
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