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- Written by: Elizabeth Larson
LAKEPORT, Calif. — The Lake County Land Trust’s annual dinner was a success with over 100 enthusiastic Land Trust Supporters in attendance.
This year the dinner was held at Konocti Vista Event Center on Oct. 11.
The theme of “Moving Forward Together” was highlighted by demonstrating the many partnerships LCLT has been forming over the years.
The first Land Trust dinner was held in 1999 and minus 2020-21 one has been held every October since.
The silent auction, organized by volunteer Melissa Kinsel and Wilda Shock brought some impressive bids; the food by Konocti Vista was delicious and plentiful, Ripe Choice catering served up an impressive array of appetizers and desserts, and guest speaker Randy Krag highlighted the evening with information about one of LCLT’s partners, the Lake County Resource Conservation District.
As part of the evening’s events Lakeport resident Tom Horton was honored as Supporter of the Year and was given a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition by Congressman Mike Thompson who was on hand to present the honor.
Flaman McCloud, chairman of the Big Valley Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians, welcomed attendees and offered a Pomo blessing.
All evening music was provided by Paul Kemp. Jim Steele, a seasoned auctioneer, delivered over $15,000 of supporter pledges for some important Land Trust projects during the evening’s “paddle raise event.”
Abby Leutholdt of AbbyLeuPresents and crew did a great job making sure everything ran smoothly and staff at the Konocti Vista Center were extremely helpful with setting up, serving and breaking down.
Decorations with a Pomo theme of tules and acorns added a festive aspect to the hall with many thanks to Kelseyville resident Kathy Windrem for making sure the tables were all properly embellished and to That Ranch for providing gourds for the finishing touches on the tables.
Sam Euston was kept busy all night photographing the event and all members of the LCLT board of directors, volunteers and staff contributed heartily.
Making the dinner possible were business sponsors AES, Beckstoffer Vineyards, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, The Law office of Dennis Fordham, Jimmy’s Deli and Taqueria, R Vineyards, That Ranch and J. Oliver Maxwell LLC.
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KELSEYVILLE, Calif. — The Rotary Club of Kelseyville is sponsoring a Thanksgiving food drive to help feed the hungry in Lake County.
Food collected will go to the Kelseyville Presbyterian Food Pantry.
Collection barrels will be at Lakeport Grocery Outlet and Nice Sentry Market from Oct. 27 to Nov. 17 for collection of non-perishable items in the barrels.
On Nov. 1 the Rotary Club will host two “stuff a van” events.
Vans will be in the parking lots of the Lakeport Grocery Outlet and the Lakeport Safeway Store from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Feed those in need in Lake County by helping the Kelseyville Rotary Club fill their barrels and stuff the vans in this season of giving.
Please contact Terry Dereniuk at
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- Written by: Elizabeth Larson
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Weather permitting, the Lake County Genealogical Society will present a free tour of the Glenbrook Cemetery on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 10 a.m.
Check the website for updates as late as Friday evening.
Also known as Cobb Mountain Cemetery, Hoberg-Mills Cemetery, the Glenbrook Cemetery is located at 12969 Bottle Rock Road, Kelseyville.
Caravaning from the Genealogy Library at 885 Lakeport Blvd. in Lakeport and the Kelseyville Live Oak Park & Ride, departure times will be posted on the website: lcgs-ca.org.
The tour will begin at approx. 10 a.m., starting at the picnic area surrounded by a white picket fence.
Join them for this walk through the historic Cobb cemetery. Past cemetery tours have included grave dowsing, and we expect to have the opportunity to experience this phenomenon once again.
They will be walking in the mid-morning, under shade trees and learning about the lives of some of those buried there.
Be prepared for uneven ground. Bring an umbrella, just in case. Please leave your dogs at home.
This event will be rescheduled if raining heavily, to the following Saturday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m.
Lake County Genealogical Society maintains a Genealogy Library of local families, along with other historic documents and is seeking a permanent home in Lakeport so the public can access the collection. Your donation to the building fund will be doubled through the end of the year.
Check the website for the most current updates.
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KELSEYVILLE, Calif. — The Lake County Horse Council will host its inaugural Trailer Treat Halloween Event, a family-friendly evening of fun, frights and festivities.
It will take place on Friday, Oct. 31, at Gaddy Shack Ranch, 3050 Gaddy Lane, Kelseyville.
Gates are open from 3 to 9 p.m.
Trailer judging begins at 5:30 p.m. with the parade at 6 p.m., followed by trick-or-treating.
This spook-tacular celebration promises something for everyone — young and old alike.
Visitors will enjoy an exhilarating Halloween atmosphere featuring decorated trailers, games, activities, candy, and more.
Guests can also witness the Lead-Line Horse Parade (helmets required) and participate in a variety of engaging activities, including a desensitization area for equestrians.
A highlight of the evening will be the Best Decorated Trailer Contest, where participants compete for exciting prizes. Limited trailer spaces are available, so early registration is encouraged.
Entry fees are $30 for non-members and $20 for LCHC members.
The Lake County Horse Council proudly supports and welcomes individuals with disabilities.
For trailer registration, please contact Tom Flynn at 714-933-0650.
Join the Lake County Horse Council today to save on fees and be part of an amazing equestrian community.
