For Cheri Herzog, getting into character in the name of history is an exciting pastime. Herzog, of the Village of Poinciana, spent six months learning her lines for the role of Lady Thorn and master of ceremonies ahead of her debut performance at the historic Baker House in Wildwood for The Cursed Castle: A BakerContinue reading “Volunteers Bring Spooky History to Life at Historic Baker House”
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Museum Takes Visitors on a Journey Through Time
Florida history spanning across multiple generations is preserved and put on display at the Silver River Museum and Environmental Education Center in Ocala. Weekend tours for the museum’s Pioneer “Cracker” Village, a collection of buildings showcasing the typical structures found in Florida throughout the 1800s, have started back up for 2026 through April. Scott Mitchell,Continue reading “Museum Takes Visitors on a Journey Through Time”
Local NCNW Hosts Bethune-Cookman University Inspirational Gospel Choir
As president of the Lake, Sumter and Marion Counties Section of the National Council of Negro Women Inc., Shaun Wethington feels compelled to support the youth in the community and bring people together through the Gospel. In an effort to raise money for scholarships, the organization hosted a gospel concert Sunday, featuring the Bethune-Cookman UniversityContinue reading “Local NCNW Hosts Bethune-Cookman University Inspirational Gospel Choir”
Yin Yoga Classes In The Villages Continues to Grow
Reeta Brendamour, of the Village of Pine Hills, started teaching yin yoga classes in The Villages to accommodate the growing number of students. Brendamour said the slow-paced, meditative style of yoga is like an accessible version of the fountain of youth. “I always tell the students, ‘Not only can yin yoga slow down the agingContinue reading “Yin Yoga Classes In The Villages Continues to Grow”
Leesburg Home Run Flicks Series Kicks Off Oct. 30
The Pat Thomas Stadium will become a family-friend spot to take in dinner and a movie with the return of Leesburg’s Home Run Flicks series on Oct. 30. Maggie Lyden, City of Leesburg special events manager, said hosting the free movie night at a ballpark felt like a “home run” idea. “Guests love being ableContinue reading “Leesburg Home Run Flicks Series Kicks Off Oct. 30”
Community Celebrates Recovery with 2nd Annual R.I.S.E. in Recovery
As president of the Lake, Sumter and Marion Counties Section of the National Council of Negro Women Inc., Shaun Wethington feels compelled to support the youth in the community and bring people together through the Gospel. In an effort to raise money for scholarships, the organization hosted a gospel concert Sunday, featuring the Bethune-Cookman UniversityContinue reading “Community Celebrates Recovery with 2nd Annual R.I.S.E. in Recovery”
Libraries Offer Something For Everyone for Halloween
A group of women recently spent an hour and a half tapping into their creativity for the Halloween season at the Fruitland Park Library. Chrissy Gordon, Fruitland Park Library program coordinator, said the goal of the “Paint with Chrissy” session Oct. 8 was to have fun and encourage community engagement. The art session is aContinue reading “Libraries Offer Something For Everyone for Halloween”
Friendship Golf Tournament Scholarship Fundraiser Tees Off Oct. 24
Shawn Wethington sums up the need for hosting the 2026 Friendship Golf Tournament Scholarship Fundraiser as a “commitment to caring.” The annual fundraiser, in its 14th year, is hosted by the Sophisticated Gents of Florida and The African American Club of The Villages as an all-day gathering to raise money for high school seniors attendingContinue reading “Friendship Golf Tournament Scholarship Fundraiser Tees Off Oct. 24”
Quilting Guild of The Villages To Host Fall Craft Sale
Debby Porter has been sewing since she was 6 years old, but she just joined the Quilting Guild of The Villages about a year ago. Porter is excited to participate in her first show with the guild, the annual fall craft sale happening from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Savannah Center, 1545 BuenaContinue reading “Quilting Guild of The Villages To Host Fall Craft Sale”
Lake Square Mall Hosts Leesburg Asian Night Market
Vishal Vellody enjoys bringing a community together to celebrate culture. Looking to highlight Asian culture with its authentic street food, cultural performances and live music in Lake County, Vellody co-organized the three-day Leesburg Asian Night Market from Friday through Sunday outside the Lake Square Mall. “We felt that it is a good opportunity to helpContinue reading “Lake Square Mall Hosts Leesburg Asian Night Market”
