Clermont’s Thanksgiving Eve Vibes: Let’s Get Ready to Feast

Hey Clermont family,

We made it to Thanksgiving Eve — the unofficial holiday where the kitchens heat up, the last-minute grocery runs turn into full-on obstacle courses, and everyone pretends they didn’t forget the cranberry sauce. Again.

Before the big feast tomorrow, here’s what’s happening around our beautiful lakeside town and how you can soak in the holiday spirit tonight.

What’s Going On in Clermont This Week

Turkey Day 5K – Waterfront Park

Tomorrow, 9:00 AM – Waterfront Park
Start your Thanksgiving with a sunrise run (or walk… or “light jog with heavy breathing”). The Turkey Day 5K is back, bringing good vibes along Lake Minneola.

Enchanted Forest of Trees – Victory Pointe / Waterfront Park

Happening now through January 2
Take a nighttime stroll and check out the magical, lit-up forest of decorated trees. Perfect for a calming Thanksgiving Eve walk before the kitchen chaos tomorrow.

Local Community Thanksgiving Dinner – Tonight

If you or someone you know could use a hot meal or just warm company, several local churches and community groups are opening their doors for Thanksgiving Eve meals. This town knows how to care for its people — and that’s something worth celebrating.

A Little Gratitude Before the Feast

Tonight, between the chopping, prepping, and last-minute cleaning sprints, take a breather and look around. Clermont isn’t just a place — it’s a heartbeat. It’s neighbors who wave. It’s sunsets over the lake. It’s people lifting each other up when it counts.

I’m thankful for every family who trusted me this year, every conversation, every closing, every new beginning. You’re not just clients — you’re part of this community I love.

Thinking About a 2026 Move?

If you’re:

• Considering selling after the holidays

• Curious what your Clermont or Minneola home is worth

• Thinking about buying in Central Florida next year

Reach out by text, call, or message. I’ll create a personalized, no-pressure market update for you. Clean, simple, and tailored to your goals.

Your next chapter might be closer than you think.

Community Spotlight: Government Shutdown & Florida Real Estate — What You Need to Know

Yesterday, I re-shared my recent live radio appearance on WQBQ 1410 AM & 95.1 FM, and the response was so strong that I knew I had to bring it straight to my newsletter audience too.

If you haven’t watched it yet, this interview breaks down some of the most important updates affecting Florida real estate right now — information every Clermont buyer, seller, and homeowner deserves to hear.

In this interview, I cover:

• The real impact of the government freeze on the Florida market

• The strategies homeowners and buyers should be using right now

• What’s shifting with funding, lending, and loan timelines

• Why Florida continues to behave differently from the rest of the country

My promise: no fluff, no fear tactics — just clarity, direction, and real guidance so you can make smart, confident decisions even when the market feels unpredictable.

If you’re preparing for 2026, thinking about buying or selling, or just want to understand what’s happening out there, this is the conversation you don’t want to skip.

Watch the full interview here:
https://youtu.be/pHdopneWA5Y

Keep Me Posted

Going to the Enchanted Forest? Doing a family cook-off? Hosting everyone at your house? Tag me or send photos — I love seeing how you celebrate Thanksgiving in this beautiful town.

Wishing you a warm, peaceful, joy-filled Thanksgiving Eve.

With gratitude,
Lisa Lugo-Manns, REALTOR®
Your Clermont & Central Florida Real Estate Expert