Happy Friday South Laker!

Got your weekend plans locked in yet? Saturday night is shaping up to be huge in downtown Clermont, where 20+ local shops and boutiques are teaming up to pour curated wines for this month’s Wine Stroll.

Plus, grab a blanket for Minneola’s outdoor movie night and browse your full live music guide.

Let’s dive in.

— Charlie Ferrer

Whether you're a local or just visiting for the weekend, the monthly Clermont Wine Stroll is your chance to sample a curated selection of reds, whites, and rosés poured across 20+ participating shops, boutiques, and eateries in downtown Clermont.

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Now, shifting gears to what else is happening this week...

Here are three unique dining destinations for this weekend:

The Red Wing Restaurant (Groveland)
Open since 1948 inside a historic stone-and-timber home, it feels a world away from the typical suburban dining strip. Wood-paneled walls and rustic taxidermy set the scene at one of the few spots in Central Florida serving wild game alongside hand-cut steaks and warm homemade cobbler. (Click for Menu)

The Tiki Bar & Grill at Lake Minneola Inn (Minneola)
Tucked along the water behind a boutique 19th-century inn, this open-air tiki bar is pure Florida charm. Arrive by car or by boat, grab a cold drink, settle into casual comfort food, and watch the sun set over Lake Minneola, unobstructed. (Click for Menu)

Root & Branch Bistro + Bar (Clermont)
Creative gastronomy without the pretension: this family-owned spot builds everything from scratch, from standout plates like Pork Wellington and short rib ravioli to artisanal bourbon cocktails. A go-to for a foodie date night. (Click for Menu)

Celebrate Minneola's Centennial with an outdoor screening of National Treasure, a fitting pick to get everyone hyped for the upcoming Centennial Scavenger Hunt! Bring blankets and the whole family for a night under the stars, with concessions available from the Pretzel Spot Food Truck.

📅 Saturday, August 15 | 8:30 PM
📍 Minneola Athletic Complex, 13930 Education Avenue

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Switch / 80s Night | Clermont
📍 The Station
🕰️ 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Late Night Karaoke | Clermont
📍 The Station
🕰️ 11:00 PM - 1:00 AM

FRIDEday Group Bike Ride | Clermont
📍1675 Hancock Rd.
🕰️ 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

DJ Mynd / Dance Party | Clermont
📍 The Station
🕰️ 11:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Boost and Bagels | Clermont
📍 Brooklyn Water Bagel
🕰️ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

August Wine Stroll | Clermont
📍 Downtown Clermont
🕰️ 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Ratatouille Murder Mystery | Clermont
📍787 W Montrose St.
🕰️ Starts at 1:00 PM

Plants & Pots | Clermont
📍One Utopia
🕰️ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Hey Sis! Coffee and Conversation | Clermont
📍793 W Montrose St.
🕰️ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Saturday Group Bike Ride | Clermont
📍1675 Hancock Rd.
🕰️ 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Paddleboard Yoga Flow Summer | Clermont
📍Lake Hiawatha Preserve
🕰️ 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Centennial Celebration: Movie Night | Minneola
📍13930 Education Ave
🕰️ Starts at 8:30 PM

BOND LIVING Women’s Karaoke Night | Groveland
📍Barrels and Boards
🕰️ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Farmers Market | Clermont
📍 752 West Montrose Street
🕰️ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Music Bingo | Clermont
📍 The Station
🕰️ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Open Mic Night | Clermont
📍 The Station
🕰️ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Golden Tetriever Meetup | Clermont
📍 Pups Pub
🕰️ Starts at 12:00 PM

Kaci Jo | Clermont
📍 The Roasted Spirit
🕰️ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Rob Nichols | Clermont
📍 The View
🕰️ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Groove Infusion | Clermont
📍 The View
🕰️ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Patrick Lake | Clermont
📍 The Roasted Spirit
🕰️ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Leonard Brothers | Clermont
📍 The Station
🕰️ 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Scott Davidson | Clermont
📍 Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards
🕰️ 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Mike Morley Trio | Clermont
📍 The View
🕰️ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Billy Buchanan | Clermont
📍 Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards
🕰️ 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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See you in the next edition!