LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lake County Arts Council will host its First Friday Fling on March 1.

The event will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Main Street Gallery, 325 N. Main St., Lakeport.

This month the event will introduce a special showing of work donated to the Lake County Arts Council by the estate of the late Charles Hoeppner, a renowned watercolorist whose art depicts beautiful botanical illustrations. All proceeds from this collection will benefit the arts council.

Hoeppner, a world-traveled artist, called Lower Lake his home for 18 years. His works span a wide spectrum of artistry in the use of flowers.

A longtime supporter of the Lake County Arts Council, Hoeppner created a program through the arts council some years back called “Art Forum” in which he coordinated local artists, art teachers and students in all of the county's high schools.

Also, showcased this month at the Main Street Gallery: George Waterstaart’s exceptional wood turnings and gorgeous hand-painted porcelain original’s by Pat Courtney.

Returning with many new pieces of art are Max Butler’s original and charming oils; Bobbie Bridges' original watercolor prints of the Mendocino coast and more; Jay Glimme's whimsical pastels; Nell Knapp's acrylics with a unique touch; Travis Rinker's enchanting wood carvings with a German touch; Leah and Phillip Tulley's mixed media presentation; Annette and Robert Higday's original; and fired pottery and handcrafted jewelry by Creative Gatherings.

This month the Linda Carpenter Gallery will again feature art pieces from the Kelseyville Elementary School first and fifth grades. Shop the gift gallery for one-of-a-kind gift items there are many reasonable priced items – lots of inexpensive earrings, bracelets, miniature paintings, prints, baskets, ceramics, cards and scarfs.

There will be finger food, music by Paul Farley and Steele Wines will pour their vintages.

For more information contact the Lake County Arts Council, 707-263-6658.