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LAKEPORT – The annual talent competition at the Lake County Fair drew a capacity crowd again this year as local performers took the stage on Saturday, Sept. 5, with an array of showmanship that ranged from hip hop to gymnastics.
Five-year-old Lauren Trippeer took first place with her rendition of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" from the soundtrack to the movie "The Wizard of Oz." Lauren picked the melody on her Harmony guitar as she sang along in perfect pitch to a hushed crowd. Her efforts won her a check for $80 along with a shiny blue ribbon.
Second place honors went to the dance duo called "Fly By," who performed a rousing hip hop dance to the song "Starstruck" by Lady Gaga. Brandi Lindsey, age 12, and Victoria Zendejas, age 13, both of Kelseyville dazzled the crowd with their charm and precision that showcased each girl's dedication to her craft. The award for second place winners is a check for $60 along with a beautiful red ribbon.
Third place went to the lovely Kelci Peterson of Clear Lake Oaks, age 7. Kelci performed a song and dance routine to the song "He Could Be the One" by Hannah Montana. Kelci's efforts earned her a white ribbon along with a check for $40.
Mickey the Clown, a regular fixture at the Lake County Fair, emceed the event with his usual effervescence.
After warming up the crowd, Mickey kept the show moving with a steady stream of jokes and a couple of songs.
Volunteering to serve as judges for the competition were Miss Lake County Taylor-Paige Butler and Miss Lake County Outstanding Teen Katie Murphy.
The Lake County Fair welcomes all entrants to the talent contest. Entry is free and available to the first 20 contestants who sign up. For details on how to enter the 2010 Lake County Fair talent competition, visit www.lakecountyfair.com in the spring.
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The following list includes times, dates and locations.
– Saturday, Oct. 10, 9:30 a.m. to noon: Solo piano, Steele Winery Annual Harvest Festival, Highway 29, Kelseyville.
– Saturday, Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Sunday, Oct. 11, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Appearing with Bill Noteman & the Rockets, Steele Winery Annual Harvest Festival, Highway 29, Kelseyville.
– Friday, Oct. 16, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Sunday, Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Sunday, Oct. 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Calistoga Inn, brunch on the beautiful shaded creekside patio. Call 707-942-4101 for reservations.
– Sunday, Oct 18, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., 10 p.m. to midnight in the outdoor amphitheater. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Thursday, Oct. 22, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saw Shop Gallery Bistro, Main St. in Kelseyville, 707-278-0129.
– Friday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Thursday, Oct. 29, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: Final night, Hidden Valley Lake Farmers Market, commercial center behind Hardester’s Market.
– Friday, Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Saturday, Oct. 31, :30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Sunday, Nov. 1, noon to 3 p.m.: Calistoga Inn, brunch on the beautiful shaded creekside patio. Call 707-942-4101 for reservations (remember to move your clocks back one hour early that morning).
– Friday, Nov. 6, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
– Saturday, Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, “The New Cool” restaurant. Call 800-660-LAKE (5253) for reservations.
Saturday, Nov. 7, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: All Seasons Café (indoors), Calistoga, as part of the “Jazz & Blues Festival,” Highway 29, center of town.
Sunday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Calistoga Inn, brunch on the beautiful shaded creekside patio. Call 707-942-4101 for reservations. This may be the last performance at the inn until next spring, weather permitting.
Nov. 6 and 7 will be Neft's final two nights at Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa as the resort is closing until further notice.
Watch for Neft to appear regularly on weekends at a new venue to be announced soon, as well as him doing his “mellow morning tunes” from late fall to early spring at a new soon-to-be determined Sunday brunch location.
Call Neft at 707-987-4290 for more detailed information on any of the venues above and for late changes or additions to his busy gig schedule.
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MIDDLETOWN – Coyote Film Festival, Lake County’s own independent film festival, is thrilled to announce two screenings of the award winning film, “Cats of Mirikitani” and provide an audience question and answer with New York director Linda Hattendorf during her first visit to Lake County.
There is a 1:30 p.m. matinée and 7:30 p.m. evening screening on Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Calpine Geothermal Visitors Center in Middletown.
Eighty-year-old Jimmy Mirikitani survived the trauma of World War II internment camps, Hiroshima and homelessness by creating art. But when 9/11 threatens his life on the New York City streets and a local filmmaker brings him to her home, the two embark on a journey to confront Jimmy's painful past.
An intimate exploration of the lingering wounds of war and the healing powers of friendship and art, this documentary won the Audience Award at its premiere in the 2006 Tribeca Film Festival and has continued to receive awards at festivals across the country.
Hattendorf has been working in the New York documentary community for more than a decade. Her editing work has aired on PBS, A&E and The Sundance Channel as well as in theatrical venues and many festivals. She was born in Cincinnati and holds degrees in literature, art history, and media studies. “Cats of Mirikitani” is her directorial debut.
The Philadelphia Inquirer wrote of her film, “Poignant beyond words, 'The Cats of Mirikitani' is comparable to finding a pearl in a pile of oyster shells ...”
The New York Times noted, “The title may suggest a wildlife documentary, but 'The Cats of Mirikitani' is entirely, vibrantly human …”
Calpine Geothermal Visitors Center is located at 15500 Central Park Road in Middletown. There is plenty of parking, restrooms, great sound and a great screening room. Tickets are $10 at the door and $5 for kids 16 and under. Fresh popcorn and concessions will also be available.
Coyote Film Festival is a fundraising arm of EcoArts of Lake County, a 501(c)3 nonprofit arts organization dedicated to bringing visual art opportunities and ecologic stewardship to the residents and visitors of Lake County.
For information visit: www.EcoArtsofLakeCounty.org or www.CoyoteFilmFestival.org .
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LAKEPORT – Country Joe McDonald, 60s icon and legendary Woodstock performer will hold a special benefit concert for Lake County Radio station KPFZ on the evening of Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Soper-Reese Community Theatre in Lakeport.
McDonald's band, Country Joe and the Fish, recorded more than a dozen hit albums and performed with everyone from the original Grateful Dead to Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix.
In the film “Woodstock,” McDonald is seen shouting “Gimme an F” as tens of thousands echo in response.
In the 40 years since his signature Woodstock performance, McDonald has continued to give concerts and record music as well as to remain involved in peace and social activism.
His recent shows include a tribute to folk singer Woody Guthrie and this year he has toured internationally with the Heroes of Woodstock show along with Jefferson Starship, John Sebastian and others of Woodstock fame.
Tickets for the show are only $25 and are available at Watershed Books in Lakeport, Wild About Books in Clearlake, Java Express in Clearlake, Live Oak Grill in Kelseyville and directly from the show’s producer, Herb Gura at 707-350-1150.
Tickets also may be available at the Soper-Reese box office on the night of the show.
All proceeds from ticket sales go to benefit KPFZ. Lake County’s all volunteer community radio station.
The Soper-Reese Community Theater is located at 275 S. Main St., Lakeport.