Get your lederhosen and dirndl ready for Oktoberfest Mount Dora on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 4 to 10pm at Donnelly Park. Enjoy authentic German food, local craft beers, dancing and live music from the Sonnenschein Express. Upgrade your evening with a German buffet, exclusive seating and souvenir steins in Hollerbach’s VIP Bierhaus. General admission is $10, VIP is $100. Lawn chairs welcome; no outside drinks allowed. Rain or shine, it’s a night of Bavarian fun!

The Orange Blossom Market held on the scenic grounds of the Mission Resort & Club in  Howey-in-the-Hills launched on Aug. 30 and returns on the fourth Saturday of each month. The event features local farmers, artisans and vendors who gather to sell fresh produce, handcrafted goods, baked items, flowers and more. Free admission. 

10400 CR 48 / 352.324.3101 / missionresortandclub.com

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam involving callers posing as law enforcement and demanding immediate payment of fines or fees. Scammers may spoof official numbers and pressure victims to pay via gift cards, cash apps or credit cards. Officials emphasize that fines are only paid in person at the courthouse. 

For more information, call 352.793.2621 or visit sumtercountysheriff.org.

Mystic Ice Cream has a new location in Oxford and a Mount Dora location will open soon. Expect the same bold flavors, chill atmosphere and delicious handmade ice cream classics (like chocolate velvet and blueberry cheesecake) their other locations are known for. Alcohol-infused favorites like Kahlúa fudge and Mystic slide are a must for adults. Each flavor is made on site with all-natural ingredients. 

10378 US Hwy. 301, Oxford / 352.461.4895
mysticicecream.com

Costco has arrived in The Villages and offers members bulk groceries, electronics, seasonal décor, a pharmacy, optical services, tire center and the chain’s famous $1.50 hot dog/drink combo. Shoppers can also find Kirkland Signature products, travel services, plenty of free samples, everything from rotisserie chicken to discount liquor and multiple gas pumps. Hours vary by membership. 

675 Tatonka Terrace / 352.562.1742 / costco.com

Napolinos in Wildwood is under new management as the popular restaurant celebrates 10 years of serving hand-tossed pizza and great Italian food. Classic menu features Napolitano dishes, specialty pizza, bread baked fresh daily, crisp salads and house-made tiramisu. Peroni on draft, two-for-one wines every Wednesday and a full bar with hand-crafted cocktails. Dine in the famous romantic alcoves, rent the Napoli room for private parties or order take-out. Catering and Door Dash available. 

9811 US Hwy. 301, Wildwood / 352.399.6825 / Napolinos.com

Tee it up “Fore Paws” on October 24 at Harbor Hills Country Club! Back by popular demand after selling out last year, this fun-filled golf classic benefits the Humane Society of Sumter County. The entire course is theirs for the day, with a 9am Long Drive Gallery, 10am shotgun start, on-course contests, silent auction, cash raffle and plenty of prizes. Wrap up with a delicious early dinner and awards. Every swing helps care for animals and families in the community!

For more information, contact Cindi Mainer at 352.355.8740 or CindiM@hsspca.org, or visit hsspca.org.

Style Magazine is teaming up with the Whimsy Market to bring shelter pets into the spotlight at the Whimsy Market’s 5th Annual Fall Festival. The event at Sunsational Farms—40541 Roger Giles Road in Umatilla—offers families a barnyard of fall fun on Oct. 11 from 11am to 4pm. Guests will enjoy food and festivities, shopping, meeting dogs and cats in need of forever homes and collecting information about adoption.

Fall fun is calling in Clermont! Kick things off at the Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10am to 4pm in downtown Clermont. The festival—presented by Clermont Main Street and Orlando Health South Lake Hospital—features 100+ artisan vendors, costume contests for people and pets, live music, food trucks and more. Then, brave the Main Street Haunted House for three nights of terror, Oct. 30–Nov. 1, at Brewer & Sons Clermont Chapel. Two can’t-miss events, one spirited community celebration!