KELSEYVILLE – Transition Lake County (TLC) invites all interested people to their second general meeting on Sunday, Aug. 29, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the shade near the bandstand in Library Park in Lakeport.

Cool beverages, finger food, perhaps watermelons, blankets, utensils and chairs will be welcome additions.

The goal of Transition Towns is to engage the genius of community to transition from oil dependency to local resilience.

It started a few years ago in England and is so successful it's going viral globally.

At the very heart and core of Transition Towns is its grassroots nature. The vision for the future of Lake County is in our hands and hearts. We have the experience, knowledge and creative energy to make our own future, in community, together.

The truth of this was very clear at TLC's first get-acquainted potluck held in a little park in Kelseyville on the afternoon of Aug. 3. Forty-five to 50 people from all over the county and from every walk of life met for a truly great get-together. The food was amazing in its quality and quantity, and the people were even better – full of ideas and positive energy. People were still hanging out and talking long after dark.

At this gathering on Aug. 29, the focus will be on the true beginnings and specifics of change.

Following brief introductory presentations they will break up into groups depending on areas of interest and knowledge: food, water, energy, transportation, education and much more.

Everyone has knowledge, expertise and skills to contribute as we create our vision of a healthier, happier and more resilient Lake County.

What do you have to give? Come and share it.