Culture And Music! Fun Things To Do In Lake County This Weekend (And Next Week)

The Jane Austen Festival 2024 is a must-attend event for fans of the beloved author. Held in Mount Dora's Historic District, the festival offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in 19th-century English culture, complete with floofy fun, time-traveling, and Austen-inspired activities. From taking a four-course tea with friends to attending lectures and dancing in a masquerade ball, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

And with the beautiful Mount Dora gardens, hilly landscape, and Victorian homes providing the perfect backdrop, it's an event not to be missed.

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Southern Hill Farms in Clermont is hosting a seasonal u-pick event, where you can pick your own blooming sunflowers, strawberries, or a medley of fresh vegetables.

While pets are not permitted, the event is free to enter and offers a great opportunity to spend quality time with your little ones. ** Return later for all developments.

TL;DR?

• The Jane Austen Festival 2024 will take place in Mount Dora's Historic District, offering attendees the opportunity to immerse themselves in 19th-century English culture through activities such as a four-course tea, dancing in a masquerade ball, and attending lectures.

• Southern Hill Farms in Clermont will host a free u-pick event for fresh vegetables, strawberries, and sunflowers.

However, pets are not permitted.

• The Lake County Regional Science and Engineering Fair will showcase the best projects from middle and high school students in the school district, with judging taking place on Tuesday, February 13, and Thursday, February 15, at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center.

• Dell is holding a large sale on Amazon with discounts of up to $560 on gaming laptops, including both Dell-branded and Alienware computers.

• Celebrities were in attendance at Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, including stars such as Drake, Shakira, and Bad Bunny.

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In her 42 short years, Jane Austen could pack a library full of her nuanced, clever and often humorous observations of the noble and not-so-noble gentry, transcending time and fashion through her novels, including "Emma," "Sense and Sensibility" and "Mansfield Park."

Citation: MSN