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Veterans Day was called Armistice Day until 1954, when it was renamed to honor everyone who has served. Eustis kicks off the week with a salute to veterans on Friday night, and Montverde throws its 46th annual Fall Music Festival. Here's what else is happening around Lake County.
Local Events
First Friday: Salute to Veterans | Ferran Park, Downtown Eustis | Friday, Nov 6, 6:00-9:00 PM
Two music stages, food trucks, vendors, and tributes to local veterans along the lakefront.
For: Families and Seniors
46th Annual Montverde Day Fall Music Festival | Montverde | Friday-Saturday, Nov 6-7
One of Lake County's longest-running small-town festivals, with two days of live music.
For: Families
Taste of South Lake and Business Expo | Waterfront Park, Clermont | Thursday, Nov 5, 5:00-8:30 PM
Sample bites from dozens of local restaurants by the lake, vote for your favorites, and enjoy live music.
For: Adults and Families
Save the Date: Art in the Alley | Royellou Lane, Downtown Mount Dora | Friday, Nov 13, 6:00-8:00 PM
Local artists set up along the lane and galleries stay open late. It's free.
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Explore Florida
Inside Florida's Abandoned Zoo on Key Biscayne
The old Crandon Park Zoo closed decades ago, and nature has slowly taken over its cages and paths. It's an eerie, fascinating walk if you're headed to Miami this season.
This Week's Grocery Savings: ALDI Specials and Publix BOGOs
Fall produce is in full swing at ALDI this week, and Publix has a fresh round of BOGO deals to help stretch the budget before the holidays.
Front Porch Riddle
What has to be broken before you can use it?
Find the answer at the bottom of this email!
Retirement and Money
7 Simple Ways to Save Money Every Month
Rising prices add up fast, but a few small habits can claw some of it back. These easy changes cover groceries, subscriptions, and everyday spending.
Key Takeaway: Pick one or two tips and stick with them. Small savings add up over a year.
Healthy Living
Caregivers Need Care, Too
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a good time to remember the people looking after a parent, spouse, or friend. Here's how caregivers can protect their own health along the way.
Key Takeaway: Asking for help is part of caring well for someone else.
Around Town
A New 165-Home Neighborhood Is Planned in Four Corners
Developers have filed plans with Lake County for 165 homes in the Summer Bay area of Four Corners. It's another sign of how quickly south Lake is growing, which can mean more traffic but also more shops and services nearby.
Your Florida Home News
Why the Holidays Can Be a Smart Time to Sell
Most sellers wait for the new year, so there's far less competition on the market right now. Nancy explains why listing your Lake County home before the January rush can give you more room to negotiate.
Questions about your home's value? Call Nancy Deichman, Owner, RE/MAX Premier Realty, at (352) 427-5704 or email [email protected].
Real estate commissions are always negotiable.
Room to Grow Under $500K
$339,900 | A Pool Home in a Gated Tavares Community
4BR / 3BA Tavares home with a screened pool, vaulted ceilings, and a split floor plan that gives the primary suite its own direct pool access. Three full baths make hosting holiday guests easy.
Listed by Jim Donovan.
Market Pulse
Active / Pending / Sold, week of 10/25/26-10/31/26:
County | Active | Pending | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|
Lake | 179 | 137 | 179 |
Median and average SOLD price, last 30 days (10/3/26-11/2/26 MLS report):
County | Median Sold Price | Average Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
Lake | $355,000 | $406,737 |
What it means: new listings and closed sales matched this week at 179 each, a steady, balanced pace, and homes that sold this past month went for about 99% of asking.
Based on information from Stellar MLS and sourced by RE/MAX Premier Realty for the period 10/25/26-10/31/26 (Active/Pending/Sold) and 10/3/26-11/2/26 (median and average sold price), for Residential properties in Lake County.
Front Porch Riddle Answer: An egg. Pick up a farm-fresh dozen at the Lady Lake Farmers and Crafts Market on Tuesday morning.
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Closing
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