West Orange Junior Service League rides with annual Run of the Roses

This year’s event will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700 S. U.S. 27, Clermont.

By Michael Eng
| 11:14 a.m. April 29, 2026

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The West Orange Junior Service League is saddling up for its annual Run for the Roses.

This year’s event will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700 S. U.S. 27, Clermont.

Guests will indulge in refreshing derby-inspired drinks and savor Kentucky-inspired cuisine while enjoying thrilling casino games and dancing to live music. This exciting night also will feature a silent auction, bourbon pull, “best dressed” contest and raffles — with all proceeds supporting vital local charities in West Orange County.

Attendees are encouraged to dress in their finest derby attire and enjoy an evening of camaraderie and generosity while supporting the league’s mission. Sponsorship opportunities also are available for those wishing to further contribute.

To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, click here.

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Michael Eng

As a child, Editor and Publisher Michael Eng collected front pages of the Kansas City Star during Operation Desert Storm, so it was a foregone conclusion that he would pursue a career in journalism. He holds a journalism degree from the University of Missouri — Columbia School of Journalism. When he’s not working, you can find him spending time with his wife and three children, or playing drums around town. He’s also a sucker for dad jokes.