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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Dinner and Wine

First Friday
Spring Regatta

Yard Sale
Spring Regatta
Art and Nature
Open Mic
Spring Dance
Concert
High Tea
Wildflowers

Spring Regatta
Spring Dance
High Tea
Cinco de Mayo



Dance

DJ Night

Concert
Indian Day
DJ Night
Band

Observatory
Concert
Trail Ride
Geocachers
High Tea
Birding
DJ Night
Band

Lunch
Festival
High Tea
Concert



Dance
Karaoke

Catfish Derby
Concert
DJ Night

Catfish Derby
Concert
DJ Night
Band

Dinner Fundraiser
Catfish Derby
Passion Play
Wine Club
Run and Walk
Relay for Life
Red Carpet Gala
Kids' Day
Indian Nature
DJ Night
Band

Catfish Derby
Passion Play
Relay for Life
Lecture

Earth Day
Blues


Karaoke

DJ Night

Band
Live Music

Parade
Birding
Band
Live Music

Parade
Parade and BBQ
DJ Night

Blues


Dance
Karaoke

DJ Night

Car Roundup
DJ Night
Band

Car Roundup
Wood and Glory
Robinson Rancheria Event
Rare Plants
Band
DJ Night
Benefit
ONGOING EVENTS
Radio Car Races
Nature Walk
Vineyard Tours
Wine Tasting
Cruises
Auto Races
Certified Farmers Market
Bird and Nature Walks
Friday Concert Series
MAY 2008 EVENTS

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Meet the Winemakers: Clay Shannon, Marco DiGuilio and Mike Wood, Shannon Ridge Vineyards, Upper Lake
Blue Wing Saloon and Café chef will be preparing special dishes to properly compliment wines being featured. Cost will vary. 5:30 – 9 p.m. 9552 Main Street. Info: 707-275-2244, or www.broughtonhospitality.com.

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Friday, May 2, 2008

First Friday Fling, Lakeport
Reception spotlighting artists currently showing in the Gallery, with music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine; student gallery open, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Main Street Gallery, 325 N. Main Street. Admission is free. Info: 707-263-6658, www.lakecountyartscouncil.com.

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Friday through Sunday, May 2-4, 2008

Lakeport Yacht Club Spring Regatta 2008, Lakeport
A weekend of sailing, including three sailboat races on Saturday and two on Sunday. Friday night begins with a welcome dinner of spaghetti at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 per person. Races begin at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Following the races Saturday night, there will be a tri-tip dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost for tri-tip dinner is $12 per person. Both dinners served by the Lakeport Yacht Club. An awards banquet will be held Sunday afternoon following the races. Registration is $25 per entry. All other clubs from the region, including those in Lake, Humboldt, Mendocino, and Sonoma counties, are invited to attend. Sponsored by the Lakeport Yacht Club. North boat ramp, 15 Fifth Street. Info: 707-279-2192, or www.lakeportyachtclub.com.

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Saturday, May 3, 2008

Treasures and Trash Sale, Lower Lake
Giant indoor yard sale held rain or shine. Sponsored by the Lower Lake Historic School Preservation Committee. A benefit for the Lower Lake Schoolhouse Museum. Admission is free. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 16435 Morgan Valley Road. Info: (707)995-3565, or llmuseum@jps.net.

Art & Nature at the Rodman Preserve, Upper Lake
Sixth-annual event celebrating the arts that relate to nature. Featuring live music, children’s poetry and art, Pomo youth dancers, hikes for children and adults, and a Lake County artists’ exhibition. The pollinators - or the birds and bees - will be the topic of the lectures, and the focus for the displays and demonstrations by Lake County Master Gardeners. Food and coffee available for purchase on the back deck. Sponsored by and benefit for Lake County Land Trust. Admission is free. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rodman Slough Nature Preserve, 6350 Westlake Road, located on the corner of the Nice-Lucerne cut off and Highway 29. Info: 707-274-1397, www.lakecountylandtrust.org, or graphico@vom.com.

Open Mic, Lakeport
Poetry, music, and other cultural performances. Café Victoria, 301 North Main Street. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Info: 707-263-1210.

Classic Concerts by the Lake: Miranda Lambert, Kelseyville
Country. 8:15 p.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission fee. Info: 707-279-4281, 800- 660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com.

Wildflower Slide Presentation, Kelseyville
Clear Lake State Park docent Leona Butts will present a slide show about the wildflowers natural to this area. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Visitor Center Auditorium, 5300 Soda Bay Road. Free park entrance for program. Info: 707-279-2267.

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Sunday, May 4, 2008

Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Lakeport
12th Annual. Come and share in some great fun. Start with a mass and blessing and stay for the day enjoying many Hispanic foods. DJ Music. Children’s activities including Jumpy House and piñatas. Live music. Entertainment by Balet Folklorico Solecito and the Sonoma State Aztec Dancers. Sponsored by Migrant Education, Brunos Shop Smart, Robinson Rancheria and Konocit Vista Casino. Benefit for Migrant Education and Local nonprofits. 10 am to 5 pm. Library Park, 222 Park Street, between First and Third streets. Free admission, except for food. For more information, or agency and vendor booth availability, call Shushan at (707) 279-4152.

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Saturday and Sunday, May 3-4, 2008

Spring Dance Festival, Lakeport
You ”Can’t Stop the Beat” at this 27th annual event featuring performances by local dance groups including: Antoinette’s School of Dance, the Jazz Factory, Clear Lake Clickers, Expressive Motion, Serenity Dance and more. Sponsored by and a benefit for the Lake County Arts Council. Performances Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets: $15 reserved, $12 general, $10 for seniors, students and LCAC members. The Marge Alakszay Center, Clear Lake High School, 350 Lange Street. Info: (707)263-6658, or www.lakecountyartscouncil.com.

Mother's Day High Tea, Lakeport
Traditional English afternoon high tea with a “Miniature Quilts” show and prizes for best Mother’s Day corsage. Enjoy scones, devonshire cream, tiny sandwiches, tarts and cakes. Pre-order a gift for mom, $15.50. Served at noon and at 2:30 p.m. Reservations required. $22.50 per person. The Lakeport English Inn, 675 North Main Street. Info: 707-263-4317, or lakeportenglishinn@mchsi.com.

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Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Sons of Italy featuring: High Notes, Nice
Dance to country music. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 Highway 20. Admission is $9. Info: 707-274-1150.

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Thursday, May 8, 2008

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Grand Slam. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Friday, May 9, 2008

Classic Concerts by the Lake: Trace Adkins, Kelseyville
Country. 6:45 p.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission fee. Info: 707-279-4281, 800- 660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com

National Indian Day, Nice
Third annual family event featuring traditional dancing. Doors open at 4 p.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino, 1545 East Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 800-809-3636, 707-262-4000, or www.rrrc.com

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Friday & Saturday, May 9 & 10, 2008

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Dre Kutter. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com

Full Moon Saloon by the Lake: Wylde Side, Kelseyville
Country Rock. 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission is Free. Info: 707-279-4281, 800-660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com

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Saturday & Sunday, May 10 & 11, 2008

Mother's Day High Tea, Lakeport
Traditional English afternoon high tea with a “Miniature Quilts” show and prizes for best Mother’s Day corsage. Enjoy scones, devonshire cream, tiny sandwiches, tarts and cakes. Pre-order a gift for mom, $15.50. Served at noon and at 2:30 p.m. Reservations required. $22.50 per person. The Lakeport English Inn, 675 North Main Street. Info, reservations: 707-263-4317, or lakeportenglishinn@mchsi.com

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Saturday, May 10, 2008

Lake County’s Windows to the Universe, Kelseyville
Telescope observing and a planetarium show. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Taylor Observatory, 5725 Oak Hill Lane. Open to the public; suggested donation is $3. Dates subject to change. Info: 707-262-3499 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or www.taylorobservatory.org.

Classic Concerts by the Lake: John Fogerty, Kelseyville
Country. 7:00 p.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission fee. Info: 707-279-4281, 800- 660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com.

B.Y.O.H. Fundraising Trail Ride, Middletown
Bring your own horse for a beautiful three-hour horseback ride with friends and family. Followed by a barbecue, 50/50 raffle, and free hayrides. Sponsored by Wiloth Equine Therapy and Riding Center. Benefit for “Lake County Cares” Equine Therapy Group. Ride 12:30 pm. Barbeque 4:30 p.m. Langtry Estate and Vineyards, 21000 Butts Canyon Road. Ride fee includes barbecue and T-shirt: Adult $40, Children (12 and under) $30. Barbecue only: Adult $20, Children (12 and under) $15. Tickets and info: 707-994-5887, 707-355-1280, or wiloth@sbcglobal.net.

Geocachers Gathering, Lake County
Third-annual “scavenger hunt” where adventurers, young and old, use their GPS devices to locate caches. Participants have the choice to travel partially or all the way around the lake. Sponsored by Lake County Geocachers. Start: 8:00 a.m. at Sentry Market, 2265 East Highway 20, Nice. Finish: 5:30 p.m. at Treasure Cove Pizza, 90 East Highway 20, Upper Lake. Admission is free. Info: 707-274-1200, www.geocachers.com, or bschebler@mchsi.com.

Joy of Birding I, Kelseyville
An interactive presentation by Clear Lake State Park docent Leona Butts about the birds natural to this area. Fun for children and adults. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Visitor Center Auditorium, 5300 Soda Bay Road. Free park entrance for program. Info: 707-279-2267.

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Sunday, May 11, 2008

Mother’s Day Lunch and Cruise, Kelseyville
Guest are welcome to enjoy the sights and a meal with a special mother aboard the annual lunch and dinner cruises on the Clear Lake Queen. Lunch: two-hour cruise begins at 11 a.m. Admission with meal is $30 per adult and $15 per child; cruise only $18 per adult and $9 per child. Dinner: two-hour cruise begins at 5 p.m. Admission with meal is $40 per adult and $20 per child; cruise only $20 per adult and $10 per child. Board at Ferndale Resort & Marina, 6190 Soda Bay Road. Reservations required. Info: 707-994-5432 or www.paddlewheel.com

Redbud Festival, Upper Lake
First annual community festival featuring an arts and crafts fair, barbecue, food booths, and entertainment by C&G Enterprises. Sponsored by the Northshore Fire District and the Upper Lake Fire Auxiliary. Benefit for the Upper Lake Fire Station. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Upper Lake county Park on Highway 20. Info: 707-349-1922.

“That’s Entertainment” Mother’s Day Spring Concert, Kelseyville
Thirtieth-annual spring concert showcasing American composer Leroy Anderson. Sponsored by Clear Lake Performing Arts. Benefit for Clear Lake Performing Arts Symphony Orchestra. 3 p.m. Kelseyville High School, 5480 Main Street. Admission: $15 members, $20 general public, under 18 free. Info: 707-279-0877 or www.clearlakeperformingarts.org.

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Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Sons of Italy featuring: High Notes, Nice
Dance to country music. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 Highway 20. Admission is $9. Info: 707-274-1150.

Karaoke Night Idol Contest, Nice
Hosted by DJ Ken Steely. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, orwww.rrrc.com.

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Thursday, May 15, 2008

Concerts with Conversations: Lakeside Chamber Players, Upper Lake
Fifth in a series of five concerts featuring a gourmet three-course dinner with wine. Ten percent of proceeds will be donated to the Soper-Reese Community Theatre Fund for the creation of a state-of-the-art performing arts center in Lakeport. Social hour is at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner in the dining room at 6:15 p.m. An informal concert and dialogue with the artist will be at 7:30 p.m. in the adjacent Riffe’s Meeting House. Tallman Hotel, 9550 Main Street. Admission is $80 for the 707-275-2244, info@tallmanhotel.com, or www.tallmanhotel.com.

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Dre Kutter. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Friday, May 16, 2008

Classic Concerts by the Lake: Jonny Lang, Kelseyville
Modern Blues. 8:15 p.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission fee. Info: 707-279-4281, 800- 660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com

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Thursday-Sunday, May 15-18, 2008

Catfish Derby, Clearlake Oaks
“The largest catfish derby west of the Mississippi” and a benefit for community projects, the 25th annual Catfish Derby features both an Adult Derby, with a grand prize of a new boat, motor, and trailer, and a Kids Derby for those 16 years old and younger, with a first place prize of a quad ATV. Sponsored by the Clearlake Oaks/Glenhaven Business Association. The event will be held from noon Friday through noon Sunday. Early registration will be from noon to 11:00 p.m. Thursday, May 15, $40 for adults and $10 for kids, 15 years and younger. Registration also will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Friday, May 16 at $45 for adults. No registrations will be accepted after 11:00 p.m. Friday. Barbecues, which are included with registration, will be held both Saturday and Sunday. Clearlake Oaks Firehouse,12655 East Highway 20. Info: (707) 998-1006, (888) CL-DERBY (9 am to 9 pm) or www.clearlakeoaks.org.

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Friday & Saturday, May 16 & 17, 2008

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Low Down Production. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

Full Moon Saloon by the Lake: Highwater Blues, Kelseyville
Blues. 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission is Free. Info: 707-279-4281, 800-660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com

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Saturday, May 17, 2008

Americana Dinner/4th of July Fundraiser, Clearlake
Dinner and auction with music and dancing, all to the good times beat. Sponsored by the Clearlake Chamber of Commerce. Benefit for City of Clearlake’s 4th of July Celebration and fireworks. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Community Center, 3245 Bowers Road. Admission is $25 per person. Info: 707-994-3600, clearlakechamber@mchsi.com, or www.clearlakechamber.com.

Wine Club Release Party and Concert in the Garden, Nice
Tulip Hill Winery will host a Wine Club Release Party – introducing four new wines paired with Mexican food favorites. This wine and food pairing is free to Wine Club Members ($5 to the general public) and is held from 1 to 5 p.m. Then Bill Noteman and the Rockets will be featured at the first in the series of five concerts (from 5 to 7 p.m.) which will include wine and snacks. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy music in the garden. Cost for concert is $10 per person. Tulip Hill Winery, 4900 Bartlett Springs Road. Info: 707-274-9373, www.tuliphillwinery.com.

Spring Has Sprung Run and Walk, Hidden Valley Lake
Sixth-annual event featuring Kids 1k and Relays, invigorating 2.1 mile walk/run or challenging 5k run over scenic, varied terrain. Sponsored by Hidden Valley Lake Miler’s. Benefit for Middletown High School Track and Field Program. Kids 1k starts at 8:30 a.m. and 2.1 mile and 5k start at 9 a.m. Meet at Big Beach Park. Pre-register for best price by May 10, 2008 or register on race day from 8 -8:45 a.m. Info, registration: 707- 987-3229, jmburnett2@mchsi.com , or www.hvlmilers.com.

Well's Angels Red Carpet Gala, Lakeport
Lakeside Wellness Foundation presents a Howard Hughes style fundraiser with the options of black tie or dress up as your favorite 1940s or 1950s star. Party the night away while enjoying a four course gourmet dinner catered by Chef Nicholas, cocktails, antique cars and vintage airplanes, live and silent auctions, and dancing. 6 p.m. till midnight. Lampson Field Airport, 4489 Highland Springs Road, Building E. $100 per person. Reservations limited. Info, tickets: 707-262-5189 extension 2, or friendsofsutter@sutterhealth.org.

"Wild About Kids" Konocti Kids' Day, Clearlake
This annual family friendly event features creative arts and literacy activities, musical entertainment, car safety checks, bike helmet fittings and giveaways, fun blow up apparatuses, and much more. Lake Transit will provide free transportation to and from the event all around the Lake. First Five of Lake County is cosponsoring this event with the support of many local agencies and businesses. 11 a.m. till 3 p.m. Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive. Admission is free. Info: 707-994-2272 ext #135.

Indian Nature Trail Slide Presentation, kelseyville
Clear Lake State Park docent Leona Butts will present a slide show about the wildlife along the Indian Nature Trail. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Visitor Center Auditorium, 5300 Soda Bay Road. Free park entrance for program. Info: 707-279-2267.

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Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, 2008

Lake County Passion Play, Upper Lake
Twenty-eighth-annual outdoor play re-enacting the passion, resurrection, and ascension of Christ. Starts at 4 p.m. Play is two hours long. Free admission. Bring your own chair. No smoking, food, drinks or pets allowed in the grounds. Fresh spring water available. Donations welcome. Lake County Passion Play Grounds (formerly Beltramo Ranch), 7010 Westlake Road. Info: 707-279-0349, or www.lakecountypassionplay.org.

Relay for Life, Lakeport
Seventh annual community event to raise awareness and funds to support cancer research, local patient services, and education. Teams camp out and must have one walker on the track at all times. Cancer survivors open the event with a “Survivors Lap.” At dark, the Luminaria Ceremony remembers lost ones. Saturday, 10 a.m. to Sunday, 10 a.m. Clearlake High School, 350 Lange Street, Lakeport. Info: 707-262-1611, or www.acsevents.org/relay/ca/lakecounty.

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Sunday, May 18, 2008

Lecture at McLaughlin Reserve, Lower Lake
Dr. Dan Salkeid of UC Berkeley will present a lecture on”Ticks, lizards, squirrels, and Lyme disease: why I’m glad I live in California”. Lecture from 1-2:30 p.m. followed by mini field trip 2:30-4:00 p.m. 26775 Morgan Valley Road. Free admission. Advance registration required. Info: 995-9005, or mclaughlin@ucdavis.edu.

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Monday, May 19, 2008

Blue Wing Monday Blues, Upper Lake
Lake Blues All-Stars. 6:30 – 9 p.m. Blue Wing Saloon and Café, 9520 Main Street. Admission is free. Info: 707-275-2244 or www.bluewingsaloon.com.

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Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Karaoke Night, Nice
Hosted by DJ Ken Steely. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Thursday, May 22, 2008

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Dre Kutter. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Friday & Saturday, May 23 & 24, 2008

Full Moon Saloon by the Lake: SK2, Kelseyville
Rock. 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission is Free. Info: 707-279-4281, 800-660-LAKE, or www.konoctiharbor.com

Live Music Nights, Nice
Hosted by The Cartel Band. Funk and Old School. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Saturday, May 24, 2008

Joy of Birding II, Kelseyville
An interactive presentation by Clear Lake State Park docent Leona Butts about the birds natural to this area. Fun for children and adults. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Visitor Center Auditorium, 5300 Soda Bay Road. Free park entrance for program. Info: 707-279-2267.

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Saturday and Sunday, May 24-25, 2008

Memorial Day Parade & Celebration, Lakeport
Annual community event begins Saturday with a pancake breakfast served from 8 to 11 a.m. (Donation: $5), followed by the Memorial Day Parade starting at 11 a.m. Arts and crafts fair opens Saturday at 9 a.m. and continues through Sunday. Benefit for the Lakeport Kiwanis Scholarship Fund and the Lake County 4-H Club Citizenship Program. Natural High School, 810 North Main Street. Admission is free. Info: 707-279-8606, 707-263-6222, or 707-263-5092 or visit www.lakeportchamber.com.

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Sunday, May 25, 2008

Lower Lake Parade and BBQ, Lower Lake
Annual horse parade, pet parade, awards and prizes, live music and dancing, artists and crafters. Barbeque from 12 noon to 3 p.m. Horse rides by Wiloth Equine Therapy, “Horses Helping Children”. Sponsored by Lower Lake Community Action Group. Benefit for Lower Lake High School and community. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lower Lake Community Park, 16375 Second Street. Admission is free. Vendor info: 350-2208. Parade entry info: 707-995-2515.

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Dre Kutter. 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Monday, May 26, 2008

Blue Wing Monday Blues, Upper Lake
Twice as Good with Paul Stewart. 6:30 – 9 p.m. Blue Wing Saloon and Café, 9520 Main Street. Admission is free. Info: 707-275-2244 or www.bluewingsaloon.com.

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Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Sons of Italy featuring: High Notes, Nice
Dance to country music. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 Highway 20. Admission is $9. Info: 707-274-1150.

Karaoke Night, Nice
Hosted by DJ Ken Steely. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Thursday & Friday, May 29 & 30, 2008

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Low Down Production. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

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Friday and Saturday, May 30-31, 2008

Car Roundup 2008, Lakeport
The 17th annual car show, includes food, entertainment, vendors, music, and awards. Held this year in conjunction with Wood and Glory X, attendees may enjoy viewing classic cars as well as wooden boats from the 1930s through the 1960s. Participants may pre-register Friday afternoon from 3 to 7 p.m. and enjoy music provided by the L.C Diamonds Band. Registration continues Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. An awards ceremony follows the show on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Lake County No Name Car Club and Lakeport Regional Chamber of Commerce. Benefit for local charities. Early registration: $30/ $35 after May 1, 2008. Library Park, 222 Park Street. Registration: 707-262-0604. Info: 707-262-1508, 707-263-5092 or www.lakeport.com.

Full Moon Saloon by the Lake: Rogue, Kelseyville
Rock. 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road. Admission is Free. Info: 707-279-4281, 800-660-LAKE, or BACK TO TOP

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Wood and Glory X Lakeport
Tenth annual event featuring more than 60 classic wooden boats on the docks at Library Park. Photography is encouraged and guests vote on their favorite boat, thereby entering a drawing for a Wood and Glory X commemorative poster. Held the same day as the Car Roundup 2008, attendees may enjoy viewing classic cars from the 1930s to 1960s as well. Sponsored by the Lakeport Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Antique Classic Boat Society. Benefit for local charities. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. For vendor space and other info: 707-263-5092, or visit www.lakeport.com.

Jan & Dean at Robinson Rancheria, Nice
Concert in the Bingo Hall starts at 9 p.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino, 1545 East Highway 20. Tickets: $15 per person. Info: 800-809-3636, 707-262-4000 or www.rrrc.com.

Rare and Endangered Plants of Lake County, Kelseyville
Joe Callizo, a Native Plant Society botanist with 40 years experience in the field, will give a talk on plant species native to this area. 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Clear Lake State Park Visitor Center Auditorium, 5300 Soda Bay Road. Free park entrance for Saturday programs. Info: 707-279-2267.

DJ Night, Nice
Hosted by Grand Slam. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino RBar, 1545 East. Highway 20. Admission is free. Info: 707-262-4000, 800-809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.

Let’s Keep the Ball Rolling, Lakeport
Fundraising event featuring dinner by Kelseyville FFA, bar by Early Lake Lions Club, and music by LC Diamonds. Sponsored by Westside Community Park Committee. Benefit for improvements at Westside Community Park. 6 – 11 p.m. California National Guard Armory, 1431 Hoyt Avenue. Admission is $50 per person. Info: 707-275-2824 or 707-263-4700.

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LAKE COUNTY 2008 ONGOING EVENTS

Radio Controlled Car Races, Lakeport
New race season on Sundays starting October 7, 2007 and ending July 23, 2008. Anderson Barn at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Lakeport Hobbies. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free for spectators. Info: 707-483-4792, or www.lakeporthobbies.com.

Guided Bird Walks at Rodman Slough, Upper Lake
The Lake County Land Trust hosts guided bird walks at the Rodman Slough Preserve on Saturdays. The walks, which last an hour and a half, begin at 9 a.m. in winter, 8 a.m. in summer. Admission is free. 6350 Westlake Road, off Highway 29, near the Nice-Lucerne Cutoff. Info: 707-279-0923, 707-994-2024, or www.lakecountylandtrust.org.

Langtry Estate and Vineyard Tours, Middletown
Langtry Estate and Vineyards is offering exciting and innovative tour programs. Guests will ride in battery-operated Global Electric Motorcars. Tours are offered Tuesday through Saturday. The Tephra Vineyard Lunch Tour begins at 11:30 a.m. $40 per person includes lunch and wine tasting. The Tephra Tour is offered at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. $25 per person includes wine tasting and cheese pairing. 21000 Butts Canyon Road. Reservations required. Info: 707-987-2385

Wine Tasting Vineyard Tour, Clearlake Oaks
Guided shuttle tour of a 700-acre hillside vineyard. Tour includes three different viewing locations with selected wine tasting at each stop. Tours last one and one half to two and one half hours. Saturdays and Sundays 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $25 per person/ $40 per person with lunch. Shannon Ridge Tasting Room, 12599 Highway 20. Reservations required. Info: (707) 998-9656; www.shannonridge.com.

Lunch & Dinner Cruises, Kelseyville
Enjoy the sights and a meal with a two-hour cruise on the Clear Lake Queen - a replica of an old paddlewheel steamboat. Board at Ferndale Resort & Marina, 6190 Soda Bay Road. Admission is $30 per person for lunch; $40 for dinner. Reservations required. Info: (707) 994-5432, www.paddlewheel.com.

N.C.R.A. Auto Races, Lakeport
Sponsored by the Northern California Racing Association. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Admission Fee. Info, dates and times: 707-279-9577 or www.lakeportspeedway.com.

Certified Farmers Market, Kelseyville
Lake County Farmers’ Finest offers a variety of produce grown in the area as well as flowers, coffee, pastries and bread, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. May 3 through October 25. Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Steele Wines, at Thomas Drive and Highway 29. Info: lcff@pacific.net.

Bird and Nature Walks, Kelseyville
Clear Lake State Park Interpretive Association offers alternating bird and nature walks on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from May through August. Meet at the Visitor Center ramp at 8:30 a.m. Clear Lake State Park, 5300 Soda Bay Road. Free park entrance for walks. Info: 707-279-2267.

Tuscan Village Friday Concert Series, Lower Lake
Live music by Lake County’s finest performers, great food, wine tasting, and arts and crafts every Friday evening throughout the year. Presented by 2Goombas Deli and Terrill Cellars. Tuscan Village on Main Street. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is free; seating is limited. Info: (707) 994-3354.

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