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LAKEPORT, Calif. – Each year, the Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild's Falling Leaves Quilt Show showcases a quilter whose work illustrates the creativity found in the uniquely American art form of quilting.
The quilt guild this year will present Tami Benevedes-Graeber at its 15th annual show, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 1, and Sunday, Oct. 2, in Lewis Hall at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin St., Lakeport.
Show hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
Benevedes-Graeber is a hometown gal, raised in Lakeport, who has become known nationally and internationally for her technique of fabric painting.
During the show she will demonstrate this technique at her booth, give lectures and tips on textile painting and sell small kits for those that want to try it at home.
Benevedes-Graeber's schedule for the show is a lecture and tips on textile painting at 11 a.m. Saturday and at 11 a.m. Sunday a lecture entitled “How I got from the Lake County Fair to the World Show.”
Many of Benevedes-Graeber’s show quilts will be on display at the show as well.
A a fourth generation quilter, Benevedes-Graeber – unlike her mother and grandmothers before her – does not hand quilt but has turned to machine quilting.
Her mom tried teaching her to hand quilt in the 1990s, but she gave up after six months and finished the tree skirt by machine.
“I didn’t really start quilting until I retired and moved to Oregon in 2005,” she said. “Free motion quilting is what sold me. I could make tops and quilt them in no time. My first year I made 15 quilts.”
Making show quilts has slowed her down to one to two a year, she said.
The quilt show also will feature a competition for quilters of all levels.
Nearly 200 quilts were entered by the mid-August deadline, the guild reported.
Judging categories include best of category, judge’s choice and best of show, with judges also offering honorable mentions and members of the community giving VIP Awards. Show attendees will select the winner of the “Viewers’ Choice” quilt.
Other attractions at the annual show will be vendors, demonstrations, prize drawings, a silent auction, theme basket raffles, opportunity quilt drawing and the Country Store boutique.
Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild welcomes all quilters, prospective quilters, and quilt lovers to its meetings and events.
For more information call show chair Linda Morrison at 707-245-5217 or visit the guild's Web site at http://www.LLQG.org .
Suzanne Lee is a member of the Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild and publicity co-chair for the quilt show.
LAKEPORT, Calif. – One of Lake County's most beloved landmarks, the Anderson Marsh State Historic Park, will be the beneficiary of a fundraiser concert set for Saturday, Sept. 10.
Anderson Marsh Interpretive Association will present the its annual fundraiser concert at the Soper Reese Theatre in Lakeport.
The concert starts at 7 p.m.
Proceeds from the concert will go to AMIA to help support the group’s effort to keep Anderson Marsh State Historic Park thriving and available to the public.
The evening will feature bluegrass and traditional American music performed by Blithedale Canyon from Marin County and the Thin Air String Band from Mendocino County, along with the California State Old Time Fiddlers and local musicians.
Tickets for the event are available at the Soper Reese box office and at the door the night of the event.
Tickets can be purchased on line at www.soperreesetheatre.com . Ticket price is $25 per person.
Wine will be poured by Thorn Hill Winery, which will donate a portion of its proceeds to AMIA.
For more information about the event, visit www.andersonmarsh.org or www.soperreesetheatre.com .
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Lake County Animal Care and Control has several new cats and kittens needing homes this week, and also continues to care for Clayton fire animals that are waiting to be reclaimed by their families.
Cats available include this week include tabbies, a tortie, a black kitten and a long-haired adult cat.
There also are several strays picked up from the Clayton fire area that are being held for 30 days in order to reunite them with their families.
In addition to spaying or neutering, cats that are adopted from Lake County Animal Care and Control are microchipped before being released to their new owner. License fees do not apply to residents of the cities of Lakeport or Clearlake.
If you're looking for a new companion, visit the shelter. There are many great pets there, hoping you'll choose them.
In addition to the animals featured here, all adoptable animals in Lake County can be seen at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Shelter_Animal_Search.htm .
The following cats at the Lake County Animal Care and Control shelter have been cleared for adoption (other cats pictured on the animal control Web site that are not listed here are still “on hold”).
Male domestic short hair mix
This male domestic short hair mix kitten has an all-black coat and green eyes.
He already is neutered.
He's in cat room kennel No. 3a, ID No. 5706.
Female brown tabby
This female brown tabby kitten has a short coat and gold eyes.
She already has been spayed.
She's in cat room kennel No. 44, ID No. 5838.
'Mom'
“Mom” is a domestic short hair mix with a dilute tortie coat and gold eyes.
She's in cat room kennel No. 90, ID No. 5880.
Orange tabby kitten
This male orange tabby kitten has a short coat and gold eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 92a, ID No. 5881.
Domestic medium hair mix
This female domestic medium hair mix has a fluffy long white coat with tricolor markings, plus gold eyes.
She already is spayed, which should lower her overall adoption cost.
She's in cat room kennel No. 146, ID No. 5615.
To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .
Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .
For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Several Lake County residents recently received degrees from Western Governors University.
The university held its 31st semi-annual commencement ceremony in Salt Lake City on July 16 and celebrated the graduation of more than 8,000 graduates.
Among the graduates were:
• Ryan Clair of Lakeport, who received his Bachelor of Science degree in information technology with an emphasis in security;
• Kim Cooper of Upper Lake received her Master of Science degree in nursing-leadership and management.
• Paul Lane of Upper Lake has received his Master of Business Administration degree in management and strategy.
At its commencement, the university awarded 4,944 undergraduate and 3,103 graduate degrees in business, information technology, K-12 teacher education, and health care professions, including nursing.
Graduates reside in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, as well as Armed Forces personnel stationed overseas. Dell Loy Hansen, founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Wasatch Group, delivered the commencement address.
Established in 1997 by a bipartisan group of U.S. governors with a mission to expand access to high-quality, affordable higher education, WGU is the pioneer and leader in competency-based education.
The nonprofit, online university has been recognized by the White House as what works in post-secondary education.
LAKEPORT, Calif. – Team Smokin’ Aces, led by Adam Bruch, took top People’s Choice honors at this year’s Grillin’ on the Green barbecue cookoff while the Delta Iota Tau sorority earned “Best Decorated Booth” honors.
The grilling team known as Beef Cake, led by Jesse Richardson, was runnerup in the cookoff, and the Lakeport Lions took third place in the voting. Walt Southard took Best Car honors with his 1931 Chevy.
The winners were selected following the competition and festivities Saturday, Aug. 6, at the seventh annual fundraiser at Westside Community Park.
Last year’s Rookie of the Year choice Fresh & Bangin’ Eatery was this year’s winner of the Celebrity Judges’ Choice award.
Celebrity judges Dave Faries, managing editor of the Lake County Record-Bee, retired Superior Court Judge David Herrick, and Certified Financial Planner Jennifer Strong, owner of Strong Financial Network in Lakeport, selected the “Wingin’ It” team put together by People Services as Rookie of the Year.
Organizers deemed this year’s event a success with over $19,000 in revenue from ticket and drink sales, sponsorships and donations.
More than 370 people attended the fundraiser and enjoyed tastes from 10 grilling teams, dancing to music by the Funky Dozen, kids’ activities, a beach handball demonstration featuring players from the Bay Area, horse-drawn wagon rides, and a show of classic and vintage cars.
“The Westside Community Park Committee is grateful for the support of the community for this year's Grillin',” said Dennis Rollins, chair of the Westside Community Park Committee. “It was our biggest crowd yet – a wonderful turnout. The grillers and other food providers, our sponsors, volunteers, the car clubs, the Horse Council, and the people who came out to enjoy the evening in the park all made for a highly successful event. We thank Paul Larrea who acted as our master of ceremonies and kept the program moving between announcements and music.”
Cookoff teams this year included One-Fifty-One Squad Club (sponsored by Jimmy’s Deli), JQ (led by Jason Strickler), Passion for Food, and Livin’ Made EZ.
“We have enjoyed the best barbecue every year and super support from the community,” said Cindy Ustrud, chair of the event committee. “The food is outstanding. I can't thank the grillers enough for their enthusiasm and generosity.”
Competing teams and their sponsors supply the food and volunteer their time and services to the fundraiser.
Attendees were treated to additional dishes to complement the barbecue tastes. Salads, beans, desserts and beverages were provided by Lakeview Market, the Lakeport English Inn, the Main Street Bicycles, Lake Event Design, Nancy Ruzicka and Ruzicka Associates, and the Park Committee. Snow cones were available from Marta and Domingo Avillea.
Several attendees took advantage of free horse-drawn wagon rides sponsored by the Lake County Horse Council and provided by Susan and Kenn McCarty of the Live Oak Belgians Ranch.
“For the second time at the Grillin’ event, the wagon rides were well received,” said Rollins. “Dozens of people took the rides through the future equestrian area. The committee thanks the McCartys and the Lake County Horse Council for providing the popular activity.”
In addition, the committee is grateful to the car enthusiasts who showed off their vehicles. “The display of vintage vehicles is always a favorite of attendees,” said Rollins.
Participating clubs included the No Name Car Club, Clear Lake Car Club, The Model A’s, The Lake Lords and The Antique Automobile Club of America, Mt. Konocti Division.
Rollins recognized this year’s major sponsors: the Keeling-Barnes Family Foundation, which pledged matching funds up to $4,000, Sutter Lakeside Hospital, which added an additional $2,500 in matching funds, and Rotary Club of Lakeport ($1,000).
Special sponsorships of grilling teams were acknowledged: City of Lakeport sponsored Beefcake; Lakeport Rotary sponsored Wingin’ It; and the Kiwanis Club of Lakeport sponsored both JQ and Livin’ Made EZ.
Additional sponsors this year were the Ustrud-Rollins Family, the Kiwanis Club of Lakeport, Clear Lake Redi-Mix, Kathy Fowler Auto Center, Lake County News, Lake Event Design, Mendo Lake Credit Union, Alexander McGeoch, DDS, Brian Grey, DDS, Savings Bank of Mendocino County, Susie LaPointe, William Kranz, Attorney at Law, Lakeport Tire & Auto Service, Yin McDonald’s, Lake Parts/NAPA Auto Parts, Jim and Wilda Shock, Ruzicka and Associates, and Kelseyville Lumber & Supply Co.
In-kind contributions were made by Lake County News, KNTI, Lake County Publishing and the Lake County Record-Bee, S2 Tutoring & PR, Lake Event Design, Main Street Bicycles, RAHamilton, Disney Trophies and Awards, UCC Rental Center, Thorn Hill Winery, Moylans Brewery, and Lakeport Disposal.
Rollins also thanked the Grillin’ on the Green committee of volunteers: Cindy Ustrud, Wilda Shock, Beth Havrilla, Alice Holmes, Sue Stout, Tami Cramer, Val Schweifler, Jessica Kelley, and Cathy Brennan.
Westside Community Park is a city of Lakeport recreational facility that has been in development since 1998.
The nonprofit Park committee is developing the park in conjunction with the city of Lakeport, volunteers, and numerous contributions by individuals and businesses dedicated to constructing a recreational facility for the youth and adults of Lake County.
More information can be found on the park’s Web site, www.westsidecommunitypark.org .
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Two free legal clinics will be offered in Lake County in September as part of the Justice Bus Project.
The clinics will take place on Sept. 21 and 22 at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin St. in Lakeport.
The free criminal record clearance legal clinic will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 21.
At this clinic, OneJustice is partnering with Legal Services of Northern California and the United Veterans Council of Lake County to host a free legal clinic for individuals in need of assistance clearing their criminal records.
Participants will meet with law firm attorneys and expert attorneys to get assistance with or information about cleaning up criminal records that may be creating barriers to meaningful community reintegration.
A free estate planning legal clinic will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 22.
OneJustice, in partnership with United Veterans Council of Lake County, will offer the clinic for individuals in need of assistance with end of life planning.
During the clinic, volunteer attorneys will meet one-on-one with clients to prepare estate planning documents, including advance healthcare directives and simple wills.
Community members interested in taking part of the clinics must call 415-834-0100, Extension 314, to register for an appointment slot.
These events are a part of OneJustice's Justice Bus Project initiative. The mission of the Justice Bus Project is to increase the capacity of legal service providers and community based organizations serving isolated and vulnerable communities throughout the state.
In the past year alone, the Justice Bus Project has organized free legal clinics in 23 counties throughout California and partnered with over 25 community based organizations to coordinate legal services for more than 900 low-income individuals.
To learn more about OneJustice and the Justice Bus Project visit http://www.one-justice.org/JusticeBus .