Mount Dora, FL

Get your cameras and binoculars ready. This 2 hour Dora Canal cruise will be an experience you won't soon forget. The beautiful lake views as well as the chance to see nature at its best. Just relax and enjoy the tranquil sounds all around you.

Boat Tours

When: Wednesday, July 01, 2009 - Friday, July 31, 2009 11 a.m. 1:30 & 4 p.m.

Where: City of Mount Dora Docks
400 W. Fourth Ave., Mount Dora

Cost: $20 adult; $15 age 6-12

Description: Enjoy a relaxing two-hour narrated Dora Canal cruise. Guests may see gators, birds, turtles, otters and more.

Contact: Call Tim Coates at (352) 383-3933.

Categories: Nature Activities
Website: http://lakecountywaterways.com

Join us in downtown Mt. Dora for an Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration. Great Family Fun awaits you in this quaint little historic town. I will see you there!

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration

Dates: July 4, 2009
Join us for an old fashioned celebration of our Independence Day with a parade at 10am, DJ & live music in Gilbert park starting at 5PM, and fireworks at dusk! Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Mount Dora.

Location: Downtown For more information- Contact: Lori Phone: 352-383-2165

* No pets/animals are permitted inside a special event area, per City Code of Ordinances, Section 18.070, Ordinance Num. 634.

Also, visit us at the Lakeside Inn for great food and entertainment.

Saturday, July 4, 2008
126th Independence Day Celebration
Join us for the great American cook-out and enjoy the sights and sounds... stilt walkers, balloon artists, jugglers, patriotic dancers, Key Club dunk tank, Color

Location: The Historic Lakeside Inn Times: 5 - 8 pm For more information - Contact: Lakeside Inn
Phone: (352) 383 4101

OVER 4 MILLION CLOSED AND ANOTHER 5.1 MILLION UNDER CONTRACT DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE AT COLDWELL BANKER CAMELOT REALTY.

OUR AVERAGE SALE PRICE HAS INCREASED WITH SEVERAL SALES OVER $200,000

Homes below $150,000 are still a the most active parts of the market. We are seeing an increase in the over $200,000 price point also. Sales above 300k indicate an increased amount of activity.

Interest rates around 5% the $8,000 tax credit, and increased affordability seem to be the key market factors at this time.

Later in the month we will receive the county wide number from the Mid-Florida Regional MLS.

The sentiment among buyers has moved from wait and see to a state of action.

Local builders are approaching the deadline to start a new home and still qualify for the $8,000 Tax credit by December 1st.

Ray Levy

352-978-8551

Coldwell Banker

Camelot Realty

Mount Dora, FL

It was just announced that first time homebuyers in the State of Florida are now elgible to receive up to $8000 upfront towards downpayment on a home purchased and closed by November 30, 2009. This is free money that you have 18 months to pay back from your $8000 tax credit when you file your 2009 Federal Tax return. What an incredible opportunity for first time homebuyers! Home prices are at the lowest level in six years, Interest Rates are at historical lows and now you can get afree $8000 downpayment! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR!! Call me for all the details!

It seems as though the time just flies by. Where have all the years gone? And most importantly, how is it possible that my children keep getting older and I don't? Hahahaha, just kidding, I wish.

My son, Jeffrey, just graduated from 8th grade. That means he will be in high school next year.....what???

I made Jeffrey a special graduation card. My little note to him was a remembrance of the days I rocked him in my arms and sang "You are my Sunshine." I am sure he does not remember those days, but, I know I will never forget.

It is a proud moment when Jeffrey holds his Certificate and grins from ear to ear. I am excited and also a little sad. Sad to know that I just can't make these special moments freeze in time. I try to take lots of pictures these days, knowing, that is what we will have to look back on. I sometimes wish, I would have enjoyed a little more as my children were younger. Maybe not working so much, maybe not worrying about the dishes and the dust. Maybe rocking and singing a little more.

If you have little ones, cherish the time with them. The dishes and the dust will still be there tomorrow. Before you know it, they will be busier than little bees making a life for themselves. Then the days of rocking and singing will be over. I have tried to convince Jeffrey to sit in my lap just once more and let me sing to him...the look I get for that is priceless too and I will be happy to just hold on to that.