The weekend is almost here and we’ve got some of Lake County’s most loved events gearing up.
In Eustis, grab a slice of pizza and hang out with the Eustis Police Officers, show off your best Scottish attire at Mount Dora’s Plaid in the Park or cruise on in to downtown Leesburg’s cruise-in.
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Plus, free bowling for kids, wine tasting, meditation workshop and more!
Here’s what’s on tap:
Pizza with the Police
Calling all pizza lovers! Join the Eustis Police Department for an evening of pizza and conversation at El Marie Pizzeria, 200 N. Bay St. in Eustis, on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m.
No agenda or speeches, just an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers serving your neighborhood.
Pizza provided by El Marie Pizzeria and Eustis Police Department.
Details: eustis.org
Plaid in the Park
Scottish and Celtic Entertainment, including Scottish Dancers from the Center for Dance and Performing Arts, City of Mount Dora Pipes and Drums and others come together for Plaid in the Park at Sunset Park in downtown Mount Dora on Friday from 5 to 9 p.m.
Enjoy shopping with the themed vendors.
Details: ci.mount-dora.fl.us
Weekends at the Winery
Come out and enjoy an expansive vineyard green, including delicious food, live entertainment and, of course, your favorite Lakeridge wines by the glass at their outdoor bar this weekend from beginning at noon at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, 19239 US-27 N in Clermont.
Rain or shine, they’ll pour you a glass of wine.
Details: lakeridgewinery.com/WATW
Downtown Leesburg Cruise-In
Bring out your show car and visit with friends at the Downtown Leesburg Cruise-In in downtown Leesburg on Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. This show will highlight Corvettes.
Time to get out and enjoy the fresh air and see a variety of amazing cars from antiques to classics, and even modern-day marvels.
Details: LeesburgFlorida.gov
Food Truck Night
It’s Food Truck Night at Sunsational Farms, 40541 Roger Giles Road in Umatilla, on Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy food and fun on the farm from several local food trucks and live music by The Dallas Tyler Band.
Admission is free.
Details: facebook.com/sunsationalfarms
Fall Kids Fest 2021
AMF Bowling, 2813 W Main St. in Leesburg, is hosting Fall Kids Fest 2021 on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Event will include free bowling and shoe rental for kids under 18, $1 soft drinks, $1 cookies, $2 hot dogs and $14 pizzas.
One lucky family will also have a chance to win a free year for the PBA Jr. Club for their child!
Details: facebook.com/AMFLeesburgLanes
Cool Sommer Mornings 5K Series
Race #3 of the Cool Sommer Mornings Series featuring a Love Boat Nautical Theme in Clermont’s Waterfront Park, 330 3rd. St., beginning at 7 a.m. Saturday.
Each race of the series has a unique theme and features a sprint and intermediate distance triathlon, a sprint duathlon, intermediate aquabike, and a 5K run/walk.
Details: sommersports.com
Meditation in Motion
Join the team at Thirdeye Yoga on Classique Lane in Tavares on Sunday from 2 to 4:15 p.m. for a Meditation in Motion workshop.
The workshop is designed to take you from traditional Hatha Yoga to Raja yoga. Hatha yoga is an aid in purification so that we can begin to relax into our beingness and move in life with effortless ease.
Cost is $45. Details: thirdeye-yoga.com
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