What To Do In Mount Dora

Dine with 30th U.S. President Calvin Coolidge

2012-01-25T10:11:00.000-05:00

Get your tickets NOW for the Calvin Coolidge Dinner Show!

$27.00 per person all-inclusive for the Dinner and Show.

$10.00 for the Show.

Click Here for tickets: Calvin Coolidge Dinner Show Tickets

Calvin Coolidge Event Calendar

2012-01-24T18:48:00.001-05:00

Calvin Coolidge returns to Mount Dora tomorrow and will introduce Presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich Thursday morning at the Lakeside Inn.

The Historic Lakeside Inn to Host New Gingrich

2012-01-22T19:13:00.002-05:00

GOP Presidential hopeful New Gingrich will be in Mount Dora on Thursday.

Mixed Media Art Weekend at Lakeside Inn in Mount Dora

2012-01-21T17:00:00.000-05:00

By Rori Paul of Rori Travels Florida

Amateur artists and those wishing to improve their knowledge of a medium often look for those rare opportunities to indulge in working side-by-side and with talented professionals. Mount Dora, home to the Spring Art Show and fall Craft Fair is known as an artist’s haven, where selling, sharing and showing their talents is well known and received. This month through the Mixed Media Art Retreat Weekend those lucky few in attendance will get to enjoy learning alongside talented artisans in a quaint and special little corner of Central Florida. (Click here for more...)

Mt. Dora May Be Close to Orlando, But the Difference is Miles Apart

2012-01-21T10:37:00.000-05:00

A travel writers take on Mount Dora...

January 26th, 2011

By Kirby Collins

If you are in Orlando and looking for something completely different, Mt Dora is only 25 miles from Orlando straight up US 441. This cool little artsy community on Lake Dora is perfect for anybody who’s spent too much time at Central Florida theme parks. (More...)

Rori Travels Florida and Takes the All-New Mount Dora Tavern Tour

2012-01-18T10:12:00.000-05:00


Rori Paul - Rori Travels Florida

FUN on the Mount Dora Tavern Tour!

Frequent readers know of my love of Mount Dora, a small town here in Central Florida that reminds me of a post card where everyone might not know your name, but you sure can get to know a lot of people, all while having fun. I [Continue]

An Aerial View of Beautiful Mount Dora and the Surrounding Lakes

2012-01-15T11:13:00.000-05:00

Lake Country Air Service Presents:

Scenic Air Tours
Over the beautiful
lake areas of
Mount Dora Florida

Daily Flights from the docks at the historic Lakeside Inn at 100 N. Alexander St. in Mount Dora.

Over 3000 people have enjoyed flying with us since 2008!

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Purchase your flight certificate online and we will call you to confirm your flight date & time, or call us at 218-682-2006 to confirm. We will do our best to combine your flight with others to maximize your time in the air.

$200 - 20 MINUTE FLIGHT
$150 - 15 MINUTE FLIGHT
$100 - 10 MINUTE FLIGHT
BEST DEAL!! Book the entire plane for 30 minutes Online for only $245. Maximum of 5 people

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The world-famouns de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver is a single-engined, high-wing, propeller-driven, STOL aircraft developed by de Havilland Canada, primarily known as a bush plane.

Calvin Coolidge Mount Dora Appearance Schedule is Published

2012-01-09T16:08:00.003-05:00

Follow the return of President Calvin Coolidge to the Lakeside Inn in historic Mount Dora. Schedule of events may be found here: Calvin Coolidge Schedule

English Afternoon Tea at the Lakeside Inn

2012-01-09T09:22:00.000-05:00

A Storytelling Feast at the Historic Lakeside Inn

2012-01-07T11:43:00.000-05:00

Get Your Tickets to the Show online NOW!

Click on the Links Below to get your tickets...

***Dinner & Show All-Inclusive Price of $24.95***

***Show Only for $10.00***

Tea with President Calvin Coolidge at the Lakeside Inn

2012-01-05T11:26:00.001-05:00

A Mount Dora Block Party

2012-01-02T15:09:00.001-05:00

Several Downtown Mount Dora Businesses are teaming up Friday night, January 6th to celebrate their one year anniversary or grand openings. Grand Openings will feature a Ribbon Cutting at Bowersock, Coastal Cottage, and Cody's on 4th. Festivities begin promptly at 6pm. The following businesses will be involved in the event:

The Gallery represents nearly 30, mature and emerging renowned Northeast artist, painters and sculptors, from a broad span of genres. Most are located in the art-rich New Hampshire/Maine seacoast area, where Bowersock studied for sometime. During those years Bowersock cultivated relationships within the art community.

Meet Upton Charles, who is a Bichon Frise and an author! He has "pawed" four mystery books and will be here for pawtographs!

Featuring samples of the menu from Cody's on 4th at Bowersock Gallery and even more food at Cody's on 4th.

Bowersock Gallery Grand Opening in Mount Dora

2012-01-02T14:54:00.001-05:00

Press release
for immediate release
"Recounting Narratives"

At Bowersock Gallery

Where: Bowersock Gallery, 137 East Fourth Ave, Mount Dora, FL

Dates: Friday, January 6 through January 31, 2012

Artists’ Reception January 6, 6 to 8 p.m.
Contact: Steve Bowersock 352-729-2415

The Bowersock Gallery will officially open its doors January 6 with a Grand Opening and Exhibition, “Recounting Narratives,” an exhibit of paintings by Meghan Howland, one of “New England’s brightest rising stars,” with a Florida connection.

“We got a call from a longtime arts journalist that caught Meghan’s first New Hampshire exhibition. She was astounded by the twenty-something’s skill and vision, reporting it as equal to a mature, established artist,” says Steve Bowersock, curator and co owner with Michael Senger. “We made our trip up to New Hampshire, took one look and signed her that day. Meghan truly is a standout painter.”

Howland, who currently lives in Maine with family from Florida, is a contemporary, representational painter, working in oils. Her work is marked by a dreamlike quality with dissonant notes.

“As we note in her biography, ‘the question of whether something is safe or dangerous, loving or hateful, is often unexplained in her work,’” says Bowersock. “’While conveying a situation or mood that is slightly ambiguous, this makes it up to the viewer to resolve what is happening, creating an unending range of emotions and possibilities.’”

The Bowersock Gallery is located at 137 East Fourth Avenue in Mount Dora. It is the company’s second location; the Bowersock gallery is celebrating its eighth year in Provincetown Mass. It represents over 28 artists, New Hampshire, Maine, and east coast artists, from the traditionally art-rich seacoast area.

Howland will attend the opening reception on Friday Jan 6, 6 to 8 p.m., at Bowersock Gallery, 137 East Fourth Avenue, Mount Dora. For more information call 352-729-2415

Actor/Artist James Best Will be at the Art Festival

2012-01-02T09:40:00.000-05:00

The Comedy-Magic Show at the Windsor Rose English Tea Room & Restaurant

2011-12-31T18:32:00.003-05:00

THE COMEDY-MAGIC SHOW WITH JIM MOODY ON SATURDAY JAN. 28, 2011

The Windsor is pleased to present a dinner show event featuring the adult comedic artistry and magic skills by master magician and “crowd teaser”, Jim Moody.

The event will take place on January 28, 2012! Join us at the Windsor for a special “Houdini” dinner and evening of comedy and magic at a very special price! The fun begins on JANUARY 28, 2012 at 5:30 pm until 7:30pm.

The cost per person is $25.00 and tickets will be sold in advance due to limited seating.

The $25.00 includes your choice of one of four entrees, and a choice of one of two vegetables. All meals include a side salad, dinner rolls, tea or coffee and an evening of fun!

Beer and wine are available at the nominal cost. Dessert is not included but may be purchased.

If you like gags, one-liners, and food so amazing it disappears right before your eyes then this is one evening you won’t want to miss! Jim Moody is a well renowned “magic-comedian” that has been entertaining crowds for over forty years. Originally a native of Saint Louis, Missouri he has been playing clubs, resorts, and conventions as both a headliner and as an opening act touring with other legends such as Regis Philbin, Ray Charles, Tina Turner, Tammy Wynette, and Nancy Wilson to name a few.

The special “Houdini” dinner will include your choice of one of the following entree’s: (1) Melt-in-your-mouth Prime Rib served with horseradish sauce and au jus; (2) A fresh Stuffed Chicken Breast filled with spinach, sundried tomato, and parmesan cheese pan seared to perfection and topped with a light homemade pesto cream sauce; (3) Fancy the other white meat? Try our balsamic and herb marinated Grilled Pork Chop topped with a light honey-balsamic glaze; (4) A Windsor favorite our famous fresh Herb Crusted Salmon Filet pan seared and served with a creamy drizzle of a lemon dill sauce.

You may choose from either herb infused rice, or a twice baked potato, and one of our supreme garden fresh vegetable choices. Seats are limited and tickets to this event will be pre-sold for one show only!

Tickets can be pre-purchased by visiting the Windsor Rose, or calling to buy your tickets over the phone with a credit card. Tickets may be mailed to you, or held at the Windsor with your reservation. Only cash or credit cards purchases made in advance are accepted for this event.

Please call (352) 735-2551. Sorry, no children under 13 permitted due to comedic content! ** (Before making your reservation please consider which entree you would like to have for the dinner show to pre-order.)

As always please remember that Tax is included in your $25.00 but does not include the gratuity to our hardworking staff so please reward your server.

Dine with the Florida Highwaymen Artists in Mount Dora

2011-12-31T18:24:00.000-05:00

Do not miss this RARE opportunity to dine with the Hall of Fame Florida Highwaymen Artists at at banquet in their honor and watch as they collaborate on an original piece of art during dinner. A very lucky dinner guest will take the signed piece of work home as a prize! Less than a handful of these rare collaborative pieces exist

Get your online reservation NOW by clicking here! Only $39.00 per person all-inclusive.

January Events at the Lakeside Inn

2011-12-31T18:08:00.001-05:00

Check out the new event center in Mount Dora...

Florida Highwaymen Art Walk

2011-12-27T20:34:00.002-05:00

Hunt for Highwaymen Art & have a chance to WIN $300.00 Dora Dollars.

Don't miss your chance to see Florida Highwaymen art up close and personal while you shop and dine in 20 Mount Dora locations. Pick up your tour map and location list at Artisans on 5th, Mount Dora Visitors Center or the Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast.

Tour starts on Friday, Decebmer 23rd and runs through Friday, January 13th from 11:00m to 4:00pm daily. Come out and experience the art of the Florida Highwaymen in the shops and restaurants of Downtown, Historic Mount Dora.

Murder Mystery Weekend at the Lakeside Inn

2011-12-20T08:41:00.001-05:00

Dinner Show!! Murder, Mystery, Mayhem and the Mob. Book Online now to reserve your all-inclusive evening for only $65 per person. Click here for reservations:

Murder Mystery Dinner Online Reservations.

Sale of a Lifetime Through Today Only!!

2011-12-17T12:49:00.000-05:00

15th Annual Mount Dora Music Festival

2011-12-07T18:25:00.001-05:00

Make plans now to attend the Mount Dora Music Festival in February.

Calvin Coolidge Returning to Mount Dora?

2011-12-06T07:18:00.001-05:00

"The most distinguished visitor to Mount Dora ever." Stay tuned for the announcement of his return.

Join us at the Inn for a Christmas Tea

2011-12-05T11:12:00.001-05:00

"Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly"

December Events at the Lakeside Inn

2011-12-01T15:15:00.001-05:00

Lakeside Inn has become the new Event Center in downtown Mount Dora. Check out the line up.

Inaugural Poker Walk for Charity

2011-11-30T10:26:00.001-05:00

Join Mount Dora Businesses and the General Employees Union, Fraternal Order of Police #147 Auxiliary Lodge and support need Mount Dora families.