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“All That Jazz”

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16 Feature: Suds, Stogies & Songwriters!

18 Spotlight: Leesburg Bikefest

21 Business Profile: Cobb’s Tractors

26 Dining Hot Spots: Visit local restaurants

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Men At Work

What images come to mind with that phrase? Depending on your background, it could remind you of your dad opening the bakery in the wee hours or leaving with a briefcase in hand. Your grandpa sitting on a tractor for hours on end or working in his shop that he started when he immigrated. Whether he is a white collar or blue collar worker, we appreciate all the hard work and skills that he provided.

We wish to honor men who are fathers, sons, grandpas, uncles or any mentor who has made a positive impact on our youth and community. In this issue we have a diverse group of guys to showcase. From a Vet from the Vietnam War to a music man, we have them all in Lake County!

It has been a full year with FOCUS and I have enjoyed connecting with local businesses and organizations that care about their community. It has also been an educational year, learning about publishing and editing along with writing to my heart’s content and I am thankful for the opportunity! With that said, this is my last issue and I have appreciated every moment! Summer is here, so get outside and enjoy your local events.

My father didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.” -- Clarence Budington Kelland, U.S. Writer

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Disney Awards Money to HelpLake County OrganizationLake County residents once again enjoyed the gourmet selection at the monthly Food Truck

Night in Historic Downtown Leesburg.

The 17th Annual Fish Fry was enjoyed by all, with fried fish, hush puppies, cole slaw, corn on the cob, cornbread, and key lime pie being served up. Oyster shuckers were steaming and serving up delicious oysters with all he fixings. Guest enjoyed dancing to the Country Sound of J.B.Pawkett.

The Clermont Downtown Partnership, the City of Clermont, Lake County and Lake Apopka Natural Gas are sponsoring the Downtown “Got Kids” Festival to be held on Saturday, April 27th from 9 am to 2 pm on Montrose Street in historic Downtown Clermont. This year a new event has been added, the decorated bicycle parade. Beginning at 1 pm, children will parade down Montrose Street on their decorated bicycles. Decorations may be of any choice of the participant but must not impede riders vision or working order of the bicycle. Pre- registration is not required, parents of children under the age of 18 will require parent signature to participate. Lineup will be at the corner of Lake Avenue and Montrose at 12:30 pm. To access the lineup area, parents will need to come into the Downtown area via 5th street as Montrose Street will be closed between Lake Avenue and West Avenue for the festival.

The Kiwanis Club of South Lake would like to extend a sincere thank you to BJ’s Wholesale for their donation of the diapers to our diaper drive. District 9 of Florida Kiwanis is conducting a diaper drive and Kiwanis of South Lake member Cathy Bateham contacted BJ’s Wholesale. As you can see from the picture there were several hundred diapers donated. The Kiwanis Club of South Lake meets every Thursday, at Cheeser’s Palace in Downtown Clermont at 7:30 AM. For more information on what we do for our community, visit our website at www.kcosl.org.

New Beginnings of Lake County was among the group of 59 nonprofits and schools districts that received $1.5 million in grants through the Disney Helping Kids Shine Grants program. This initiative from Walt Disney World Resort supports organizations that help build strong futures for children in Central Florida. “To receive this grant again is both an honor and testament to the generosity of our Central Florida community” related Steve Smith, President of New Beginnings. “We all work hard to help those in need and having partners like Disney helps us to extend our outreach”.


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LOCAL » NORTH LAKE

NORTH LAKECHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Leesburg Chamber had a busy month of May with 4 Ribbon Cuttings and other festivities. The Art of Therapeutic Massage on May 8th, at Hope Springs Villas on May 19th, at Twin Medical Consultants on May 22, and at Harmony United Health-care on May 23rd.

July’s Chamber events will be Business After Hours on July 17th at the Hampton Inn on Hwy 441 and the Sunrise Connection Breakfast July 24th. Sponsored by Beacon College with State Representative Larry Metz as our speaker

Tavares Chamber of Commerce helped to celebrate the one year anniversary and continued success of Boleros Cigar & Wine Bar with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 20th.

Chamber members enjoyed Pat Burke from Pat Burkes HOOPS training Facility at the May 27th Sunrise Connection Breakfast.


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Chamber Ambassadors welcomed Keke’s Breakfast Café owners Lya & Pierre de Fabrique along with their restaurant staff to their new location at 2435 South Highway 27 in Clermont (Clermont Landing Shopping Plaza). Keke’s provides outstanding meals with fresh, quality ingredients in a consistent manner that is uncommon to find in a casual breakfast and lunch restaurant. They have a wonderful assortment of menu items which you can also see online at www.kekes.com.

Chamber Ambassadors, City of Minneola officials, and fellow Chamber members welcomed Dean and Tonya Rowe to their new print shop location at 407 S. Disston Ave. in Minneola. They offer direct-to-garment printing (t-shirts, tanks tops, etc.) as well as other types of sublimation printing products (coffee mugs, license plates). See all of the products that they offer online at www.4cprintshop.com or call the directly at 352-641-0472.

Chamber Ambassadors welcomed Maria Fernandez from the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Ocoee, FL to the South Lake Chamber family. Recent internal & external renovations accompanied the changeover to the Fairfield Inn brand (formerly a Courtyard by Marriott location). Stop in to see the changes at 10971 W Colonial Dr, Ocoee, FL 34761. Maria can also be reached at (407) 573-1010 or you can go to www.fairfieldinn.com

KB Home Sales Counselors Anne Dempsey and Mercy Gomez were welcomed to the South Lake Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony held at their beautiful model home located in the KB Home - Overlook at Vista Grande Community (11305 Scenic Vista Dr., Clermont). Nestled between Lake Louisa and Lake Minnehaha, this development offers large hillside homesites with beautiful views starting in the low $200’s. You can contact them at 352-404-7966 or visit www.kbhome.com.

Aida Villar and Pedro Villa Fane from the Harmony Adult Daycare Center were welcomed by the Chamber Ambassadors to their new location at 1172 South Grand Highway in Clermont. They offer adult daycare services to those in the South Lake area. Stop by to congratulate them and see their wonderful facility. They can be reached at 352-431-1017

LOCAL » SOUTH LAKE

AWARDS

Caylee Schultz from East Ridge High School was awarded the May 2014 Outstanding Student of the Month Award by Wesley Reed, the award sponsor from Ameriprise Financial. Some of Caylee’s achievements and activities include: Girls Weightlifting Varsity Letter, Clermont All Stars Competitive Cheerleading, Student Aide for the Guidance Office, “Capturing Kids’ Hearts Club” (3 years), Volunteer at the Best Little Thrift Shop/Food Pantry (5 hrs /wk), 4.0 GPA in advanced & honors classes. Congratulations!

Tom English from Certified Mortgage Planners was awarded the May 2014 Chamber “Gem of the Hills” Award at the May Chamber Breakfast. After arriving to the South Lake area in 1999, Tom became very involved within our Community and has served on the Chamber Board, serves as a Director for the Community Foundation of South Lake, is active on the Fiscal Committee for the First United Methodist Church in Clermont and is currently the President for the Pig on the Pond. He is pictured with Michelle Michnoff the Chair of the Community Relations Committee.

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OFF TO A SUCCESSFUL STARTArticle and Photos by Doris Bloodsworth

CLERMONT’S ARTS & RECREATION CENTER

More than 1,000 people flocked to the June grand opening of the Clermont Arts & Recreation

Center, a 69,000-square-foot building overlooking the city’s picturesque rolling hills and Lake Felter. The City of Clermont’s new center, at 3700 S. Highway 27, includes Lake County’s largest auditorium, a theater-in-the-round, gymnasium, swimming pools and a wide array of meeting spaces.

Clermont officials are partnering with the Boys & Girls Club of Lake and Sumter Counties to run a summer recreation program that has more than 300 children enrolled. The children and teens not only have use of the facility’s many amenities but also have computer classes and other activities.

producer who was credited by Time magazine for creating the Miami Sound™ music trend.

A variety of other big-name acts are being pursued. See www.ClermontARC.com for a current list of events.

Summer recreation programs for adults include basketball, volleyball, line dancing and swing dancing.

The Center hosted a wildly successful Jazzfest in the performance hall and a free movie night in the multipurpose gymnasium. Individuals and groups are touring daily with holiday parties and banquets being booked.

Carlos Solis will debut his much-anticipated CD at the Center on Oct. 25 with performances by Grammy-nominated Jerry Bravo and his brother Richard Bravo, who has played drums and recorded with Barry Gibbs, Gloria Estefan and Shakira. The performance will include Carlos Oliva, an Emmy Award-winning recording artist, composer and

“The grand opening was amazing,” said City Manager Darren Gray. “Clermont residents told us they wanted more recreation opportunities, especially for children, and they told us they wanted more entertainment options. The new Center is providing both.”

The performance hall seats more than 1,100 and is Lake County’s largest auditorium. It includes state-of-the-art audio-visual systems, including the ability to webstream performances.

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LOUNGE AGAINST THE MACHINE

It would be easy to overlook the contributions of—or even the need for—a “Producer” in today’s popular

music. With the ascendancy of inexpensive, professional quality, home-recording software any teenager with a guitar can digitally record themselves from the comfort of their own room! Indeed, the casual listener is all but overwhelmed by mediocre music posted by would-be artists on any number of social media sites. The difference between radio super-stardom and amateur hour—all other things being equal (recording quality, talent, songwriting, etc)—lies in no small part with Producers such as George Martin, Rick Rubin or Jay-Z, just to name a few. Even if you don’t recognize their names, their efforts are a huge part of what makes the songs we’ve been singing along with for the past 50 years so great!

The Music Lounge, a professional recording studio and music store located at 15041 Old 411 in Tavares, is where you’ll find local Producer and all-around music aficionado James Williams. Although he would vehemently deny any comparison to the big-time producers mentioned above, his attention to detail, love of craft, and sense of aesthetic all combine to bring the magic

of art to what is too often thought of as a merely technical craft. In this regard he stands with the best in his profession.

In addition to his role as Producer James also wears the hats of owner, head engineer, mixer, and repair-tech as well as being a musician himself ! All of this, as well as his 13 years of recording experience, make James uniquely qualified to record and produce—with the necessary objectivity—any act that comes his way. The ability to move from genre to genre while keeping each sound fresh and every artist unique is important when his recording schedule for any given week may include such wildly diverse sounds as “Lesbian Hip-Hop”, “Christian Pop Punk”, and “Latin Beach Boys”. Really.

For a flat fee of $25 per hour you can get everything that James and The Music Lounge have to offer. From epic multi-track recording to final mixing in their acoustically tuned control room they have the means to bring your masterpiece to life. Visit www.themusicloungfl.com for all the information you’ll need to get started today or stop by the studio for a tour or just to check out the eclectic array of musical instruments for sale. Rock on!

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SUMMER HAIR TIPSSubmitted by Kristin Moulton, Posh Glamour Studio

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pool! While enjoying your fun in the sun, remember to protect your skin and your hair from sun, salt, and chlorine damage.

While most people have become more diligent about applying sunscreen to protect their skin, hair is often forgotten.

Here are a few tips for keeping your hair healthy and beautiful:

Before hopping into the swimming pool, go ahead and wet your hair with fresh water. Your hair strands are like sponges and soak up moisture. By presoaking the hair with clean water, you leave less “space” for chemicals to soak into the strands.

After wetting hair, apply a conditioner, a silicone-based serum, or for a natural choice - coconut oil. The product will coat the hair and help to create a barrier to keep slow down the chemicals from soaking into the hair.

Since chlorine chemically bonds to hair and skin your everyday shampoo may not be strong enough to clean your skin and hair properly. We recommend that you use a specialty shampoo designed to get rid of the chlorine and copper which can cause your hair to turn a green color.

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AUGUST 7 INNArticle by Heather Graham | Photos by Mark Zinkiewicz

A preserved piece of history combines with modern elegance in this beautiful boutique hotel. The August

7 Inn, nestled just a short walk from the soft sands of the “World Famous Daytona Beach,” was built in 1896. The over 5000 square foot structure was designed as a guest house for the vacation home of original owner James N. Gamble, of Proctor and Gamble Company.

Ironically, the house, which is on the historic register, is now being used for its original purpose of providing a stylish and comfortable retreat for guests to the area.

Owner and Innkeeper, Joe Dirsa, resides on the property which features eight beautiful and unique guest rooms, all with private baths. Several of the suites include whirlpool tubs

Those wishing to have a quiet, intimate night indoors can choose a movie from the dvd collection and have movie night, complete with popcorn, in their room! Breakfast is served each morning and includes a variety of choices, including bacon, pancakes, waffles, muffins, cereals, fresh fruit, breads, coffee, milk, and juices. Guests can enjoy dining in the fancy, formal dining room or on the porch just off the dining room.

As Innkeeper, Dirsa provides the perfect balance of making his guests feel welcomed and pampered, while being completely unobtrusive. Guests are given a key to the main house as well as their private room and

and fireplaces. All are tastefully decorated and have their own theme. The room numbers, as well as the name of the inn, reflect important dates in Dirsa’s life. For instance August 7 is the day he made the decision to purchase the inn. Room numbers reflect other important dates, such as his grandmothers birthday.

Special touches, which make the August 7 Inn stand out from others would include the serene Tranquility Room, where guests enjoy a session in the state of the art massage chairs, with soft music playing. Each room also features an aromatherapy machine and guests can select their favorite scent for their room.

In the evenings, guests can stroll down to the beach, visit the nearby restaurants and bars, or sip (complimentary) wine on the front porch.

are able to come and go as they please around the clock during their stay. Dirsa is happy to share photos and stories of the Inn and its rich history with his guests. Whether seeking solitude or a romantic getaway, the August 7 Inn can meet your needs.

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AL’S Corner111 W Ruby St, Tavares, FL 32778(352) 742-1113

Vitality Bistro301 N. Baker St #106Mount Dora, FL352.735.8411Vitalitybistro.comTues-Wed-Thur 11-8PMFri-Sat 11-9PMSunday Brunch from 11 to 3

Vegan, Organic, Living, Gluten-Free Cuisine

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TASTE OF OUR TOWN MOUNT DORA GUIDED TOUR

Submitted by Shelly Gerig | Photos by Janelle WoodyardA DASH OF HISTORY & WINE TO SAVOR!

John Tucker & Paula NeJame Tucker are the owners of this fabulous tour around historic downtown. They both decided

to share their acquired knowledge of the unique town along with a sampling of local fare and wine from the restaurants and wine bistros. This combination is a win-win for both clients and shop owners. Finding some amazing treasures along the way isn’t a bad way to shop while enjoying the scenery.

They share how Mount Dora started from the naming of Lake Dora to the real Dora Drawdy to the Donnelly home that still

stands (it is the Masonic Temple currently). With the town boasting such a rich history, there was plenty to learn along the way. For instance, the town was originally called Roy-ellou in 1800 and changed to Mount Dora in 1883.

HOT SPOTS OF THE DAYMerrill’s Patio Bistro and Wine Bar-Wine Flights for tastings, homemade beer bat-ter, chips and salsa and some amazing wine choices.

Mount Dora Coffee House and Bistro-Live entertainment along with American Idol owner David Willis and wife Olivia give it a homey feel inviting everyone in for a moment or an evening.

Julianne’s Coastal Cottage-one of those fanci-ful shops designed to entice women of all ages to explore while having a tropical drink.

Norm’s Palette Wine Bar & Tapas Bar- Fan-tastic atmosphere to sit and relax. Enjoy a wide variety of wines and artistic styles in this cozy spot. Highlight: Pinot Noir-unusual blend of three pinot’s.Mount Dora Olive Oil Company-A relatively new concept that is sure to delight the senses with over 70 varieties of imported olive oils & balsamic vinegars (that you try over ice cream!).

Cody’s on 4th- Quaint little space for a deli-cious sandwich, hot or cold coffee drinks or a treat in the middle of the afternoon with a friend.

Book your guided tour on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday from 2-5PM. Visit www.mount-doratasteofourtown.com.

[email protected]



Please see our video lineup of Events each month on “Around the Lake” at www.WhatToDoInMountDora.com

July 2014Thursday July 3rd

Freedom on the WaterfrontLive Music, Fireworks

& more...www.MountDoraFireWorks.com

Thursday July 3rd

Betsy Ross Dinner Showat Cody’s on 4th

www.MountDoraEvents.com

Friday July 4thIndependence Day Parade10am - 12pm Downtown

Mount Dorawww.MountDoraFireworks.com

Saturday July 5th & 19thMaggie’s Attic Wine Tasting

20+ Wines from Around the World

www.MountDoraEvents.com

Sunday July 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th

Mount Dora Village Marketwww.MountDoraMarket.com

Friday July 11th2nd Friday Art Stroll

www.MountDoraCenterfortheArts.org

Friday July 11th2nd Friday Movie in the Park

OZ the Great & Powerfulwww.WhatToDoinMountDora.com

Saturday July 12thAn Intimate Evening with

Rock~n~Roll Legend Rick Derringer

www.MountDoraLive.com

Thursday July 17thMount Dora Food Truckswww.MountDora.com

Saturday July 19thA Tribute to the Comedy

of Red Skeltonwww.MountDoraLive.com

Saturday July 19thLakeside Inn Street Palooza

& Summer Lawn Concert Series

www.Lakeside-Inn.com

Please see our video lineup of Events each month on

Every MondayTable top Team Trivia for cash and SAKE!

at Lake Dora Sushi and Sake 227 E Main St 6:30PM FREE. WIN prizes...and SAKE!

Every ThursdayALS Loves the Ladies! Ladies enjoy special discounts

throughout the ALS Corner businesses every Thursday!

Friday July 4, 20144th of July Celebration

Parade starts on Main & Ruby St 5PM. Activities including children’s game zone in Wooton Park til 9:30PM.

Black Canvas rocking on the big stage at ALS Landing from 7-11

Fireworks at 9PM in Wooton Park (352)742-6176

Friday, July 18Canvas the Corner

Enjoy a wine and art walk throughout ALS Corner. Sample 16 different wines and keep your souvenir glass for $12 per person. For more information, call 321-377-8953.

Saturday July 26, 2014Rodger’s Birthday Scavenger Hunt Extravaganza. Help

celebrate Rodger Kooser’s birthday with an adult scavenger hunt through ALS Corner. Must be 21 to participate.

Call 321-377-8953 for details.

July 2014

Please see our video lineup of Events each month on “Around the Lake” at

www.VisitTavares.com


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Leesburg Saturday Morning Market 8:00 am to 1:00 pm on Towne Square, in Historic Downtown Leesburg. Produce, plants & flowers, Crafts, cooked and prepared specialty foods. The Market also has opportunities for farmers, plant vendors, food vendors, baked goods, handmade craft items, preserves, seafood and wood crafts. Presented by the Leesburg Partnership, for information call Cathie at 352-365-0053. www.leesburgsaturdaymorningmarket.com

Mt. Dora Sunday Morning Market9 am to 2 pm throughout season you can find locally-grown produce, wholesome and tasty baked goods, and crafts created by local residents. At the historic Lakeside Inn (800/556-5016) in the heart of lovely downtown Mount Dora.http://www.whattodoinmtdora.com/farmers_market/

Sunday Morning Market Downtown Clermont 9 am – 2pm. 691 W Montrose Street, Clermont., Between 7th and 8th streets in downtown Clermont. Vendors may include fresh produce, plants, flowers, seafood and specialty foods. Call Cheryl Fishel at (352) 394-8618 or email [email protected]. www.clermontdowntownpartnership.com

FRESH PRODUCE MARKETS

Food Trucks information:Leesburg Saturday, June 14, 5:30

Clermont, Friday June 6th NEW LOCATION!City Hall Park at the corner of West Montrose Street and 7th Street. As the 2nd Anniversary Celebration of Food Trucks in Historic Downtown Clermont, the dining experience event will also introduce “Music On Montrose” as free entertainment for one and all. [email protected]

Mt. Dora, Thursday, June 19th.

The City of Clermont invites the public to the grand opening of the new Clermont Arts & Recreation Center on Friday, June 6, at 9:30 a.m. with tours until 11:00 a.m. The Center is located at 3700 S. US Highway 27, Clermont. For more information, call 352-241-7345. 5th Annual Leesburg Corn FestivalSaturday, June 7, 9:00 – 6:00Historic Downtown Main Street

Fun filled Saturday Festival featuring famous Zellwood Sweet Corn. Corn for eating and to take home. Live entertainment, festival food, games, Kids area with blow-up rides and games and contests for adults and children. Contact Rex Masterman at 941-223-4177 or visit online at www.itsyourdowntown.com

Bird & Butterfly SurveySaturday, June 07, 20147:30 - 11 a.m.Ellis Acres Reserve25302 County Road 42, PaisleyExperienced bird-watching volunteers are invited to help conduct bird surveys at this restoration habitat. Birders must be able to identify most common birds by sight or sound and have their own binoculars and field guides. Volunteers participating in the butterfly survey should be able to identify most common species. This activity will include hiking approximately two miles on trails.Call Lake County Parks & Trails at 352-253-4950 or email [email protected] Reservation for this Event

Guitars & Cars Swap MeetsRenninger’s Antique Center20651 U.S. Hwy 441, Mount DoraSunday, June 08, 20148 a.m - 3 p.m.Guitars and Cars: Two great swapmeets for the price of one, $2.00. Includes the Lake County Musician’s Swap Meet and Lake County Classic Car and Cycle Swap Meet.Call Renningers at 352-383-8393 or email [email protected].

1st Annual Barn Yard SaleSaturday, June 14, 2014 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Howey Horse Haven Rescue22102 O’Brien Rd., Howey-in-the-HillsHuge barn/yard benefit. Proceeds for aid and support of the rescue horses at Howey Horse Haven. Book your own table to sell your items, tour the barn and meet the horses or just shop.

NEW! Clermont Arts & Recreation Center June 6, at 9:30 a.m. with tours until 11:00 a.m.

Call Teresa Meixner at 352-223-8761 or email [email protected].

PAWS Therapy DogsWednesday, June 18 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.W. T. Bland Public Library

1995 N. Donnelly St., Mount DoraLicensed Therapy Dogs visit the library. Come and read aloud to a furry friend in the children’s program room.Call Lynn Gonzales at 352-735-7180 or email [email protected].

“Blend” (an acapella group) at 8 PM on June 6 & 2 PM on June 7

“Legally Blonde, The Musical” at 8 PM on June 27, 28, July 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11,

12, 17, 18 and 19 and at 2 PM on June 29, July 6, 13, 19 and 20

“Glengarry Glen Ross” at 7:30 PM on July 6, 13 & 20

BAY STREET PLAYERS SUMMER LINEUP!

Picks and Stix Music JamboreeSeptember 20th See website www.picksandstix.com

13TH Annual Corporate Spelling Bee-Adults love it! September 4th, 5-8PM at Lake ReceptionsTeams, no microphones, and the answers are written on a white board. Fun for all ages and benefit Take Stock in Children. Contact [email protected] for details!

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Friday, July 4, 2014 Noon to 9:30 pm

Ferran Park, Eustis

For more information: www.eustis.org 352.357.7969

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Ferran Park, Eustis

For more information: www.eustis.org 352.357.7969

Sponsored by:

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Hip-Hop Dance Party

Face Painter Hay Rides

Construction Zone

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Bounce House

Amazing Race

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