LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Spotlight On Productions has planned two more concerts at the Soper Reese Theatre to raise funds for Lake County fire rebuilding.

Proceeds will be used by Hope City to purchase building supplies to rebuild homes lost in Lake County fires that had insufficient insurance.

This all-volunteer agency is the local project of Hope Crisis Response Network, a disaster relief agency from Elkhart, Indiana. More information can be found at: www.hcrn.info.

The next benefit for Hope City will cap off Lakeport's Independence week events on Sunday, July 8.

From 4 to 7 p.m., you'll be able to groove to the smooth soul blues sound of Johnny Rawls, an award-winning singer and guitarist from Mississippi. From Northern California, the backup musicians include T. Moran, Donny Mederos, Matt Silva and Bruce Gordon.

For the July 8 concert, some free tickets will be available to Spring Valley evacuees and families that lost homes in the Sulphur Fire.

On Saturday, Sept. 15, from 7 to 10 p.m., the 10-piece band "The Funky Godfather" will reprise the music of James Brown for a supreme dancing experience on the Soper Reese dance floor. Soul singer Cubby Ingram will be The Funky Godfather, along with Terrie Odabi as The Funky Diva.

Backing them will be some familiar faces, and some new to the Soper Reese: Anthony Paule, Tony "Macaroni" Lufrano, D'Mar, Jon Otis, Endre Tarczy and a 3 pc brass section with Armen Boyd, John Gove and Steve Stanley.

There will be snacks, wine, beer, soda, water, raffle and silent auction at both concerts. Dancing will be highly appreciated.

All seats are reserved, so for the best seats, order yours now at www.soperreesetheatre.com or at The Travel Center, 1265 S. Main St., Lakeport 707-263-3095. Tickets can also be purchased before events at The Soper Reese Theatre, 275 S. Main St., Lakeport.

In addition, a Pawnee Fire Benefit has been scheduled on Saturday, July 28, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Big Valley Hall, 1510 Big Valley Road, at the Finley/Lakeport border. Tickets will cost $10 at the door.

Wine, beer, soda and water will be sold. Bring something tasty to share for potluck snacks. Bands will be announced at a later date.

Sponsors are needed for the Soper Reese concerts. Sponsors receive premium table seating, complimentary wine and treats, promotions and much appreciation! Donations of art, crafts and gift certificates are needed for the silent auctions at each benefit.

Contact Tina Lewis if you are able to help at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 707-278-7126. Event updates on Facebook: Lake County Fire Recovery Benefits.