Another week has moved by and with it a sick car to add to the fun….what a week.  But anyway—-wanted to mention something interesting to do:

9/4/18

9-4 PM

LAKE LADY MUSEUM

107 S. Old Dixie Hwy

Lady Lake, FL. 32159

www.ladylakemuseum.org

ladylakemuseum@gmail.com

Will be paying tribute to the

Lady Lake Train Depot

135 Years and still standing

and it’s amazing history!

GRAND RE-OPENING EXHIBITIONS

To include

Several honored guests

Live entertainment

Vendors & Food Truck

Giveaways

he downtown area overlooks Lake Dora. Mount Dora is home to one of three freshwater lighthouses in Florida. It hosts many monthly festivals and is known as the “Festival City.

Wikipedia

This week we have reached our goal and will note the large and the small of a little town called Mount Dora.

We’ve returned from our side trip to Amish Delis and the like and have turned back on Highland—If you turn left on First you’ll see the entry to parking for our next stop on our right almost immediately:

https://www.thecrystalcloset.com

I originally visited this store when it was on First Street in Sanford—now its on the corner of First and Highland in Mount Dora—-It has a lovely piece of land and if you are into crystals, or any manner of new age items this is a great place to visit….they also have a regular calendar of events so if that sounds good just check out their web site for more information.

The Crystal Closet is closed at this location until Sep 14, 2018

Now return to Highland (left when you leave parking lot and then left again at the light Highland…the next spot is something–place entirely different:

A laid-back, relaxing getaway just an hour from Orlando, Mount Dora offers you the pleasure of Old Florida country living. Lakes, quiet country inns, shops, an old railroad station, a buffet of tasty dining options – all are within steps of each other in Mount Dora. The small-town environment caters particularly to antique enthusiasts from across the state, country and world. Shops in and around Mount Dora’s downtown area are full of nostalgic items, valuable antiques and collectibles, and even estate jewelry. Outdoor cafes, gourmet restaurants, galleries, wineries, and bed and breakfast inns also grace Mount Dora’s downtown area.

Visit Florida

 

And if you’ve worked up an appetite—-check out the restaurant on the left side of Highland—-

Continuing on Highland next point of interest is

info@villageantiquemall.com

20th year in business:  home to more than 60 antique vendors located in one 12,000 square-foot air-conditioned building!   They have:

Antique furniture

Fine & vintage costume jewelry

Lighting

Garden iron & decor

Shabby chic

Glassware

American art pottery

Pocket watches

Knives

Books

Asian antiques

Nostalgia

Retro items

The Historic Lakeside Inn, Located in the Heart of the Mount Dora Historic District, Overlooking Lake Dora, Opened in 1883, is the Oldest Continuously Operated Hotel in the State of Florida.

As one passes through the stone entry gates one quickly enters an unique place, distinct from any other Florida destination. Viewing the beautifully landscaped grounds and the collection of cheery yellow and white buildings, all overlooking Lake Dora, one is aware instantly of the historic significance of this classic and lovely Inn.

When you finish shopping  turn onto Highland again

On the right—if need a drink

But only if you’re not driving:

 Despite the name they are a full service craft bar with 23 drafts craft beers a full selection of wine, mead, ciders, and hard soda.

Hungry now

Just across 5th Ave.

• 500 Highland St,
• Mount Dora, FL 32757
• (352) 383-7444
• Cuisine: America

• Sunday through Thursday:
  11AM – 9PM

  Friday and Saturday:
  11AM – 10PM

and more drinks right next door

the don’t drink and drive kind

McGregor’s

Monday through Saturday:
4PM – 2AM

Sunday:
12PM – 2AM

Mcgregors