LET THE HOLIDAY MAGIC BEGIN: Light Up Windermere!
Join Mayor O'Brien for the ceremonial lighting of our Christmas lights!
This following Friday, November 21st - 5:30 PM @ Town Square
Bring your loved ones, chairs, and blankets for an unforgettable evening of: Delicious food, exciting entertainment, quality time together!
Special thanks to our amazing sponsors: Renewal by Andersen and Wonderly Lights of Orlando.
Enjoy music and fun with: DJ Truck (Event Concepts), The Bubble Bus
And special participation by: Windermere Library, Family Church, and White Swan Academy.
Donate Blood with Windermere Police Department!
Friday, November 21, from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM - @Town Square
All donors receive*: $25 eGift Card, Oneblood Sweatshirt, Wellness Checkup, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening.
Appointments are encouraged. Please visit oneblood.org/donate-now and use the sponsor code 24165
✨ Holiday Garland Installation Update! ✨
As promised, we’re keeping everyone updated as the holiday décor goes up around Town Square. This weekend, the Humbug Holiday Lighting team was busy installing the beautiful garland along the lamp posts — another step toward transforming the area for the season.
Our Public Works team is right alongside them, making sure every detail looks perfect for Light Up Windermere on November 21st.
More updates to come as the magic continues to unfold! 🎄💡
West 2nd Avenue Construction Week of Nov. 17th – Nov. 21st.
Crews will install stormwater drainage and lime rock for curbs. Here’s what to expect from Monday, 11/17, through Friday, 11/21:
- Storm Drainage installation from 732 to 802 West 2nd Ave.
- Installation of lime rock in preparation of curbs west of Pine Street.
Temporary daytime closures will be in effect. Please allow extra travel time and drive safely.
Thank you for your continued patience!
ATTENTION
Today, 11/14th, we will not have ASL Classes.
Sorry for the inconvenience. We will see you soon...
✨ Holiday Magic Is Coming to Town Square! ✨
Our holiday lighting partner, Humbug Holiday Lighting, is on-site this week, installing the beautiful lights that will transform Town Square for the season!
A huge shout-out to Travis from our Public Works team, who has been working side-by-side with the Humbug crew—reviewing trees, mapping out the branches, and helping guide placement to ensure the display is exactly what our residents love.
The Public Works team is working tirelessly to have everything ready just in time for Light Up Windermere on November 21st. 🎄💡
We can’t wait to share the magic with you. Stay tuned for more sneak peeks as the holiday glow comes to life!
#LightUpWindermere #WindermereFL #HolidaySeason #HumbugHolidayLighting #TownSquareMagic
Please be advised that construction will take place at Palmer Park from Wednesday, November 12, through Friday, November 14, 2025.
During this time, the park will be closed to the public as crews complete the installation of new playground equipment.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we make these exciting improvements for our community.
Due to inclement weather, the Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony will be held inside Town Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
We invite all residents to join us as we honor and remember our veterans.
**Town Council Meeting**
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025, 6:00 PM
@ Town Hall – 520 Main Street
COMPLETE AGENDA PACKET: SKM_C450i25110712000
November 3
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
**CANCELED** PD / Community Conference Room
Urgent Notice: This meeting has been CANCELED.
Let us know if you have any questions.
UPDATE: West 2nd Avenue Paving Postponed for tomorrow - Friday, October 31st
Please use 1st or 3rd Avenues for travel where possible.
Crews will be installing stormwater drainage and paving this week. Due to inclement weather, here is the update for paving:
- Friday (10/31):
Paving from Main Street to Palm Street. West 2nd Ave will be closed in this area while paving continues.
- Monday (10/27) through Friday (10/31):
Storm Drainage installation from 732 to 802 West 2nd Ave.
Punch-out and Clean up Main Street to Palm Street.
🚧 Temporary daytime closures will be in effect. Please allow extra travel time and drive safely.
Thank you for your continued patience!
Lakes Cleanup Day: WE NEED YOU!
Sunday, November 2, 2025 - From 1:30 to 3:30 PM
Registration: https://form.jotform.com/252724271510146
An event for the whole family!
Meeting at 1:15 pm to gather supplies at the Schoolhouse Parking Lot / Right Next to Public Works yard (614 Main, Windermere)
Notes: Wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to walk down streets and through neighborhoods gathering trash to help prevent refuse from ending up in Windermere’s lakes.
Minors will need an adult present!
Flyer: https://5il.co/3qq3z
#CleanLakes #LakesCleaupDay #Windermere #Stormwater #NPDES
Don't Miss It: Lakes Cleanup Day!
Sunday, November 2, 2025 - From 1:30 to 3:30 PM
An event for the whole family!
Meeting at 1:15 pm to gather supplies at the Schoolhouse Parking Lot / Right Next to Public Works yard (614 Main, Windermere)
Notes: Wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to walk down streets and through neighborhoods gathering trash to help prevent refuse from ending up in Windermere’s lakes.
Minors will need an adult present!
Registration: https://form.jotform.com/252724271510146
Flyer: https://5il.co/3qq3z
#CleanLakes #LakesCleaupDay #Windermere #Stormwater #NPDES
🌧️ Storm Update from the Town of Windermere 🌧️
Central Florida experienced an unprecedented storm event, resulting in significant rainfall and localized flooding throughout the area.
Our Public Works team is out in full force responding to intersections and roadways identified by the Windermere Police Department as impacted by flooding or washouts. Crews are prioritizing public safety, placing cones at hazardous locations, and beginning repair work on affected intersections and dirt roads as conditions allow.
We kindly ask for everyone’s patience and caution as we work diligently to restore safe travel throughout the Town. Please avoid flooded or barricaded areas and report any new hazards to Town Administration, Public Works, or the Police Department.
Stay safe, and thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we recover from this severe weather event.
— Town of Windermere Public Works Department
ROAD CLOSURES: Tomorrow 10/24th
West 2nd Avenue Pavement
- Lane closure on Main Street from 10 am to 12 pm
- West 2nd Ave. from Main to Pine Street will be closed ALL DAY for paving.
Please limit use to local traffic only!
Allow extra travel time and drive safely. We appreciate your patience.
**Canceled** ASL Classes
No classes Friday, 10/24 and 10/31st
We'll resume classes on Friday, November 7th!
Thank you.
Windermere Craft Beer Fest 2025
Saturday, Oct 25, 4:00 p.m. @ Downtown Windermere
General Admission:
Pre-Sale: $35 - Grab tickets now! https://WindermereCraftbeerfest.com
At-the-Door: $40 (if available)
No kid sleeps on the floor in our Town!
Join us this Saturday, Oct 18th, 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM, at Windermere Town Square to help build 100 beds!
Sign up here: https://volunteer.shpbeds.org/timeslots/efbrF7x0YY
#Sleepinheavenlypeace #WindermerePoliceFoundation #WindermereCentennial #BunkBeds
Halloween Costume Parade & Hayride!
Saturday, October 25 - 9:30 AM
@ Windermere Town Hall
https://www.town.windermere.fl.us/page/halloween-costume-parade-hayride
West 2nd Avenue Construction / Week of Oct. 13th – Oct. 17th
The next few weeks will be extremely busy on West 2nd Ave.
Please use 1st or 3rd Avenues for travel where possible.
Crews will be testing the waterline, installing storm water drainage, curbs, and lime rock this week. Here’s what to expect from Monday (10/13) through Friday (10/17):
- Road closures at various locations from Main Street to Pine Street for pavement removal and installation of lime rock.
- Storm Drainage installation from 611 to 625 West 2nd Ave.
- Installation of lime rock for the curb West of Pine Street.
- Water Main testing from Pine Street to the end of West 2nd Ave.
Temporary daytime closures will be in effect.
Please allow extra travel time and drive safely.
Thank you for your continued patience!
