10 things to do this weekend in Lake County

Legendary tunes and nostalgia highlight this weekend's events in Lake County. Enjoy new wave and R&B sensations in Mount Dora and Clermont, good food, outdoor shopping and more.

FRIDAY

A stunning array of photos, 'Under One Sun'

Renato "Ron" Rampolla rose to acclaim in his home base of Tampa Bay and beyond for his intimate portraits of the unhoused and unfortunate along with other distinctive individuals.

He also creates striking abstracts and landscapes in both color and black-and-white. Whichever one you look at, you get a bit of his heart and soul. See 31 of his large-scale photos in the solo exhibition, "Under One Sun," described as a meld of aesthetics and emotion. Opening reception Jan. 12, 6-8 p.m., at Mount Dora Center for the Arts, 138 E. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora. Details: mountdoraart.com.

A Flock of Seagulls transports Mount Dora back to the 1980s

A Flock of Seagulls is one of those underrated bands that get dismissed as a one-hit wonder, but they pioneered a blend of transcendent synths and danceable rhythmic guitar rock that other bands imitated but never duplicated.

While just about everyone knows their chart-topping hit "I Ran (So Far Away)," the British band also enchanted 1980s teens and counter-culture new wavers with the dreamy "Space Age Love Song" and "Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)" from their groundbreaking self-titled debut album in 1982, propelling the band to a niche galaxy of stardom.

Instantly recognizable by the apt winged-hairdo of frontman/keyboardist/songwriter Mike Score and their sci-fi outfits, the band burned bright but fell off the rock radar in a flash. Interpersonal problems between Score and his brother/drummer/band founder, Ali, and the health issues of guitarist Paul Reynolds, prevented the band from living up to its full potential at the time.

The three played together for a short time with bassist Frank Maudsley, but Score is performing again with a new lineup at the Mount Dora Music Hall, 512 N. Baker St., on Jan. 12.

VHI-1 gathered the original Seagulls on the reality series "Bands Reunited" 20 years ago on Jan. 21, 2004. The reunion helped foment a reconciliation that later culminated with the original lineup recording the 2018 album "Ascension" with the Prague Symphony Orchestra. You can check out a breathtaking performance of "Space Age Love Song" with the orchestra on YouTube.

Opening the show, Miami band Ordinary Boys, led by vocalist A.J. Navarrete, will stoke the '80s nostalgia with covers of popular tunes by The Smiths and Morrissey. In fact, the origin of their name comes from Morrissey’s single "The Ordinary Boys" and in part to the cheeky, common Smiths' name. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at ci.mount-dora.fl.us/calendar.aspx.

Groveland Second Friday Market & MLK celebration

Gather for community fun and good vibes and honor the memory of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the city of Groveland's Second Friday Market and MLK Ceremony 5-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 at Lake David Park, 450 S. Lake Ave.

The market will feature arts, items for the home, live music and food trucks. Bike Florida will present a bicycle giveaway once a month at the event and future Second Friday markets through the end of 2023. Crystal Montgomery will start off the MLK celebration with her performance of the national anthem, followed by tenor sax man Dell O. Barnes Sr. and R&B/funk band Soul2Earth. Rev. Tony McCoy will provide the invocation, and Crosstown Christian Assembly Pastor Tim Morris will provide words of inspiration.

Takes place Friday, Jan. 12, 5 to 9 p.m., Lake David Park, 450 S. Lake Ave, Groveland. A nature program follows from 5 to 9 p.m. Details: 352-429-2141 or groveland-fl.gov.

More MLK Day events: Where to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Authentic pizzas 'fired-up' at Bully Brewing

Try pizza by pie-maker Jake's Garage, which looks to be super-authentic Neapolitan-style made in an Ooni gas-fired oven, which generates similar heat to a blistering brick oven, homemade and made to order. Fridays and Saturdays from 4 to 9 p.m. Bully Brewing,  2204 Griffin Road, Leesburg. Falesha Gonzalez, the head brewer, says Jake is her cousin, but that's all we got about him. Check Bully's Facebook page for updates.

SATURDAY

A variety of goodies at Leesburg Saturday Market

You may have missed the return of the Leesburg Saturday Morning Market last week due to inclement weather but it's back this weekend starting at 8 a.m. on Jan. 13 in downtown Leesburg!. The vendor lineup for 1/13 includes Reds Creations, Ashley’s farm and kitchen, Banner Harvest CBD, Serenity Sweets, Bella Dolce Bakery, Party Platters by Christy, The Crafty Cat Home Decor & Gifts, KT's Spirit, Serenity and Survival, Ambers Vinyl by Design, Breakfast at Tiffany's Leesburg and Luxor Allure. Visit the market's Facebook page for details.

Starry, starry skies and how to gaze at them this winter

Presenter Mike Ryan, a retired planetarium director for Lake County Schools and teacher, returns to Trout Lake Nature Center to talk about the wintertime stars visible at night this time of year. He'll discuss the constellations visible in the sky now, and attendees will receive a star chart to take home and continue their learning on their own.

After spending 42 years teaching in Florida, he has developed more than 30 astronomy-related activities for teachers to use worldwide. He has been a resident of Lake County since 1971. Takes place Saturday, Jan. 13, at 1:30 p.m. Entry to TLNC is $5 per vehicle, free for TLNC members. Trout Lake Nature Center is located at 520 E. County Road 44, Eustis. Details: troutlakenaturecenter.com.

Classic R&B from Atlantic Starr at Clermont Performing Arts Center

Clermont Performing Arts Center and Blue Light Entertainment of Central Florida bring us an impressive evening of classic R&B and comedy, headlined by the legendary, smooth and funky Atlantic Starr, known for the 1970s-'80s pop gems "Always," "Secret Lovers," "Keep it Coming," "Circles" and "Masterpiece."

Glenn Jones, Christine the Comedy Cougar and The Franchise Players add to this entertaining event. Star 94.5 FM radio personality Monica May emcees. Takes place Sat., Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. at 3700 S. U.S. 27, Clermont. Details: clermontperformingarts.com/atlantic-starr.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Enjoy eye candy and crafty decor at Lake Sumter Art & Craft Festival

Craft artisans from across the country gather at The Villages for a juried festival. Expect "the finest of whimsical, practical and affordable art and original creations" to be on display according to the event's promotional copy. Visitors can stroll amid thousands of creative works while sampling dips and treats in the green market during the free, two-day event. Check it all out from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1000 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages. Details: thevillagesentertainment.com/special-events.

Guitars & Cars bring more nostalgia and fun shopping to Mount Dora

Renninger's Florida Twin Markets' Guitars & Cars, "a union of the Lake County Musician's Swap Meet and the Lake County Classic Car & Cycle Swap Meet, Car Show and Cruise-in."

Since 2003, The Lake County Classic Car & Cycle Swap Meet, Car Show and Cruise-in has offered the car and cycle enthusiast everything they could want, combined into one event. From parts to car and cycle sales, to a competitive show and an all-day cruise-in.

The Musician's Swap Meet brings together dealers, collectors, musicians and music lovers "for an afternoon of fun with a little business on the side," where you can buy, sell or trade musical instruments and equipment and play a little music, too.

The twofer event takes place on the second Sunday of every month from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children 13 and younger get in free but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Admission is $2. Takes place at 20651 U.S. 441, Mount Dora. Details: renningers.net/mt-dora.

SUNDAY

Fiddle champion Scott Woods and posse bring folksy fun

Canadian fiddle champion Scott Woods and His All-Star band present an "Old Fashioned Hoedown" with uplifting tunes, old-timey favorites, instrumentals, harmonies, step-dancing, humor and inspirational stories. Joining Woods is his sister Kendra Woods Norris, who is a champion fiddler in her own right. Recently crowned Canadian open step dancing champion Leo “Spaghetti Legs” Stock kicks up some fun, too. 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 14, Pennbrooke Fairways, 501 State Road 44, Leesburg. Tickets available on eventbrite.com.

A LOOK AHEAD

Experience 'The Life and Music of George Michael'

Rory Phelan takes on the role of young George Michael in the 2024 U.S. tour of “The Life and Music of George Michael,” which makes a stop at The Villages. The immersive concert-style show chronicles hits like “Wake Me Up Before You Go Go,” “Freedom,” “Faith,” “Careless Whisper” and “Father Figure.” 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, 1051 Main St, The Villages. Details: thesharon.com.

This article originally appeared on Daily Commercial: A Flock of Seagulls, markets, MLK & more this weekend in Lake County.