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An Uptown Christmas

Holiday Greeting Card Lane

At Simpson Cove, sponsored by the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce, (352) 383-2165 .

Christmas Parade

Downtown, sponsored by the Mount Dora Lions Club, 352.449.8443.

Christmas Tour of Homes

Sponsored by the Women's Committee of Fine Arts. https://www.wcfamountdora.net/christmas-tour-of-homes

An Uptown Christmas

Night of Lights for Tykes

The annual Lighted Boat Parade will take place as well as our Toys for Tots Night of Lights. From 6 to 9pm, the Marine Corp Reserve will be on-hand to welcome guests into the marina for the donation of a new unwrapped toy or cash donation. Come bring a toy for the kids and see the light display up close! You’ll get some great photos of family and friends with our light displays, scenes, and characters. Sponsored by the Mount Dora Boating Center , 352-383-3150.

Lighted Boat Parade

The annual Lighted Boat Parade will take place as well as our Toys for Tots Night of Lights. From 6 to 9pm, the Marine Corp Reserve will be on-hand to welcome guests into the marina for the donation of a new unwrapped toy or cash donation. Come bring a toy for the kids and see the light display up close! You’ll get some great photos of family and friends with our light displays, scenes, and characters. Sponsored by Rusty Anchor, 352-383-3933.

Wood Carvers Club

Curious about the wood carving hobby? All ages and all skill levels (especially beginners) are welcome at our weekly Wood Carvers Club. Spare knives are available for use at your first meeting. Learn proper wood carving techniques, carving safety, layouts, wood types and more. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This class is taught by experienced carvers.

Mount Dora Dulcimer Society

Join the Mount Dora Dulcimer Society at your Library on the first Saturday of the month. All acoustic instruments are welcome: violin, guitar, autoharp, ukulele, etc. This group is open to all and registration is not required. Not sure? Borrow one of our new ukuleles!

How Walt Created Disney World

When Walt Disney realized cheap tourist traps had surrounded Disneyland in California, he began a nationwide search for enough land to hold every dream he could imagine. What happened next would require a heightened degree of CIA-level secrecy for Disney’s undercover team, which launched a misinformation campaign that included dummy corporations and secret transactions. However, when a keen-eyed reporter cracked the code, Walt was forced to show his hand. You'll be amazed to learn not only of the level of subterfuge involved, but also of the monumental innovations and engineering feats required to create a whole new world. Join local author and historian Gary McKechnie for this entertaining free program. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.