With over 2.4 million low-income Floridians feeling that keeping a roof over their head has become a burden, and half of those people spending over half their income on rent or mortgage, Danielle Stroud, CEO and president of Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter, said data illustrates the need of affordable housing for residents to stayContinue reading “Habitat for Humanity Opens Doors to Affordable Housing”
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Seniors Get Educated as Central Florida Law Enforcement Agencies Network In the Name of Scam Prevention
Florida seniors lost approximately $90 million to investment scams in 2023, according to the FBI. Since then, recent spikes in spoof calls — scammers pretending to represent legitimate businesses — has prompted entities such as The Villages Community Development Districts and Citizens First Bank to issue warnings to Villagers and other residents to be cautiousContinue reading “Seniors Get Educated as Central Florida Law Enforcement Agencies Network In the Name of Scam Prevention”
The African American Club of The Villages Honors “Sheros” for Women’s History Month
Carrie Dixon, of the Village of De Luna, does whatever she can to ensure women in her circle know about the sacrifices other African American women made to create history. She believes that is how lessons of survival will be shared with younger generations. As the lead event planner for the Women’s History Month programContinue reading “The African American Club of The Villages Honors “Sheros” for Women’s History Month “
“Viva Mose!”: The Legacy of Fort Mose, America’s First Free Black Settlement, Lives on with Founder’s Day Celebration
Hidden among clustered palmetto and oak trees and underneath marshland, with swarms of mosquitoes hovering throughout, the land of Fort Mose Historic State Park in St. Augustine contains lessons about the price of freedom. “(Fort Mose) has to do with every aspect of the founding of the country and this country’s history,” said Lucas Finsel,Continue reading ““Viva Mose!”: The Legacy of Fort Mose, America’s First Free Black Settlement, Lives on with Founder’s Day Celebration”
Lake County Museum of Art Shows Visual Symphony Exhibition
Museums filled with color and creative art can be a symphony for the eyes. The “Visual Symphony” art exhibition debuted on Feb. 7 at the Lake County Museum of Art, 213 W. Ruby St. in Tavares. The exhibition, which will be on display through March 29, showcases 2-D and 3-D artwork from 16 different membersContinue reading “Lake County Museum of Art Shows Visual Symphony Exhibition”
National Council of Negro Women Get Local Chapter for New Year
The work done by a few in a village can create a strong sense of community. That idea is what led Shaun Wethington to charter a local chapter of the National Council of Negro Women for the tri-county area in June 2024. “(Dr. Mary Bethune) is the founder and we are standing on the shouldersContinue reading “National Council of Negro Women Get Local Chapter for New Year”
Clear Home Clutter at Junk in the Trunk Sales
Perspective is one thing that can turn an item from someone’s disregarded item to another person’s treasure. As spring approaches, homes may slowly be decluttered from collections of junk gathered during spring cleaning. With upcoming events from Wildwood to Oxford that allow residents to sell old items they no longer want, people might have aContinue reading “Clear Home Clutter at Junk in the Trunk Sales”
Enjoy an action-packed weekend with the 17th annual Planes, Tunes and BBQ event at Wooton Park in Tavares. See seaplanes, live music and drones during the two-day event scheduled for Feb. 28 and March 1.
Seaplanes will soar in competition in America’s Seaplane City. A Tavares tradition wings its way back to Lake County to Lake County with the 17th annual Planes, Tunes and BBQ event. The free two-day event will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. Feb. 28 and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. March 1 atContinue reading “Enjoy an action-packed weekend with the 17th annual Planes, Tunes and BBQ event at Wooton Park in Tavares. See seaplanes, live music and drones during the two-day event scheduled for Feb. 28 and March 1.”
Dual Weekend festivals to fill Downtown Leesburg with Art
A celebration of art will take over downtown Leesburg during the second weekend of March with the 48th annual Leesburg Art Festival and the ninth annual Literary Arts Festival. The two-day dual event will bring more than 25 artists who will showcase their work in a variety of mediums and up to 10 self-published writersContinue reading “Dual Weekend festivals to fill Downtown Leesburg with Art”
Jimmy “J.J. Evans” Walker to perform at Joke Joint
No matter what is happening in life, someone always can find the humor in any situation. From Summerfield to Fruitland Park, comedy clubs are offering star-quality laughs thanks to well-known comedians. With the intention of providing classic acts that are of interest to Villages residents and others, The Joke Joint offers a variety of showsContinue reading “Jimmy “J.J. Evans” Walker to perform at Joke Joint”
