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Summer Reading Program for Kids
Lake County Library
The Lake County Library invites all children from pre-school through sixth grade to participate in the 2013 summer reading program.
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Next HazMobile Event May 17th & 18th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, May 17th & 18th, at South Lake County Fire Station, 21095 Highway 175, Middletown.
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Memorial Day Closures
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that The Eastlake Landfill and the Lakeport Public Services office will be closed Monday, May 27h, 2013 for the Memorial Day holiday.
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Middletown Pool Lifeguards
Lake County Public Services
The Parks Division is seeking applicants for one Lead Lifeguard and one Lifeguard for the Middletown Pool this spring 2013, for the summer season.
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Sourdough Bread Making
Lake County Library
On May 11 at 2:00 p.m. Amy Patton will demonstrate sourdough bread making at Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High Street.
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Wildfire Safety Expo
Lake County Fire Safe Council
The Lake County Fire Safe Council is pleased to announce the Wildfire Safety Expo will be held at Kelseyville Lumber Home Improvement Center on saturday May 18th.
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Spring Garden Event to be held May 5th
UC Master Gardener
The UC Master Gardeners of Lake County are pleased to invite you to their Spring Garden Event to be held May 5th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Agricultural Center.
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Annual Treasures & Trash Sale
Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum
The Lower Lake Historical School Preservation Committee will hold their annual Treasures & Trash Sale on Saturday, May 4th, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum.
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Living History Day
Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum
The Lower Lake Historical School Preservation Committee invites the public to a Living History Day, Saturday, April 27, at the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum.
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Thank You from the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum
Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum
The Lower Lake Historical School Preservation Committee would like to thank the generous outpouring of support and donations which, once again, made our annual Fashion Festival a great success.
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County Wide Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Lake County Public Services
The County Wide Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Committee is recruiting to fill the vacancy on the Park Board for Dist. # 4 which encompasses the Greater Lakeport Area.
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Library Calendar of Events for April
Lake County Library
Grand Opening of the new Middletown Library/Senior Center on Friday April 12. Watch the local news media for more details from the county administration office on this long-anticipated event.
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Ten Steps of Seed Starting
UC Master Gardeners
This informational document is in advance of the Master Gardeners upcoming Spring Garden Event to be held May 5th.
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Middletown Library Closure
Lake County Library
The old Middletown Library will be closed March 26 – April 1 to move into the new library.
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Courthouse Museum in Lakeport will be closed March 31st
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Historic Courthouse Museum in Lakeport will be closed Sunday, March 31, 2013, in observance of Easter. The Courthouse Museum in Lakeport will re-open on Wednesday, April 3, 2013.
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2013 Lake County Walnut Update to be Held
UCCE
University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) reminds growers and others involved in the North Coast walnut industry to attend the 2013 Lake County Walnut Update to be held Friday, March 8 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Scotts Valley Women’s Club, 2298 Hendricks Road, Lakeport.
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Library Program on Wildflowers
Lake County Library
Barbara Haddon, a master gardener, will present a free slideshow program on local wildflowers Mar.2 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High St., in Lakeport.
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Spring Schedule Regarding Docent Led Hikes on Mount Konocti
Lake County Public Services
Caroline C. Chavez, Public Services Director announced today that the spring 2013 Schedule for Docent-Led Hikes on Mt. Konocti is planned for the following dates; Saturday March 30th, Saturday April 20th, Sunday May 19th and Sunday June 9th.
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Next HazMobile Event February 22nd & 23rd
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, February 22nd & 23rd, at Highlands Senior Service/Community Center, 3245 Bowers Avenue, Clearlake. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Fashion Festival 2013
Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum
The Lower Lake Historical School Preservation Committee will present its 19th Annual Fashion Festival & Luncheon, Saturday, March 23.
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Next HazMobile Event
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, April 19th & 20th, at Upper Lake Community Park.
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Facilities Closures
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Eastlake Landfill and the Lakeport Public Services office will be closed Monday, February 18th, 2013 in observance of the Presidents’ Day holiday.
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Next HazMobile Event March 22nd & 23rd
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, March 22nd & 23rd, at Kelseyville Lumber, 3555 North Main Street, Kelseyville. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Rose Pruning Workshop - New Date and Location
Master Gardener
Due to being rained out, the University of California Master Gardeners of Lake County have rescheduled and relocated their rose pruning workshop to Wednesday, January 30, 2013 beginning at 10:00 a.m.
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Next HazMobile Event January 25th & 26th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, January 25th & 26th, at K. Mart, 2019 S. Main, Lakeport. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Lifeguard Recruitment
Lake County Public Services
It was announced today by Public Services Director Caroline C. Chavez that the Parks Division will be recruiting Lifeguards for the Middletown Pool this coming spring 2013 for the summer season.
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Caring for Poinsettias
Master Gardener
Many of us buy or receive a poinsettia plant for the holidays, but how many of us know how to care for it so that it looks good for the next holiday season?
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Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Eastlake Landfill and the Lakeport Public Services office will be closed Monday, January 21, 2013, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
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Winter Pruning of Fruit Trees
UC Cooperative Extension
The University of California Master Gardeners of Lake County are proud to present two workshops on winter pruning of fruit trees.
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Buying Bareroot Fruit Trees
UC Master Gardeners
What you need to know to make the right choice! January 2, 2013 – 1:00 p.m. - Agricultural Center, 883 Lakeport Blvd., Lakeport
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Holiday Closures
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Public Services Office and the Eastlake landfill will be closed Tuesday, January 1, 2013 for the New Year’s holiday.
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Christmas Holiday
Lake County Public Services
ake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Eastlake Landfill in Clearlake and the Public Services office will be closed Monday, December 24th 2012 and Tuesday, December 25th 2012 for the Christmas holiday.
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Supervisor Rushing to Host Lucerne Town Hall Meeting
Board of Supervisors
Denise Rushing, Supervisor for District 3, invites the public to attend a Lucerne Community Town Hall Meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 13, 2012, at the Lucerne Alpine Senior Center.
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Holiday Open House
The Lower Lake Historical School Preservation Committee presents its annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House, Friday, December 7th from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Microwave Candy Class at the Library
Lake County Library
As part of Lakeport Library’s December theme, “Gifts from the Kitchen” the library will present a “Microwave Candy Class” at the library, 1425 N. High Street on Dec. 15 at 2:00 p.m.
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HazMobile Event December 14th & 15th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, December 14th & 15th, at K. Mart, 2019 S. Main, Lakeport. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Gardens of the Future: Edible Landscaping
UC Cooperative Extension
There are many ways to practice Edible Landscaping, even for those who may lack the luxury of a large space or excess spare time to dedicate a garden solely to vegetables and fruits, or prefer to emphasize more traditional ornamental plants.
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Holiday Closures
Lake County Public Services
Eastlake Landfill and the Lakeport Public Services office will be closed Thursday, November 22nd, 2012 and Friday, November 23rd, 2012 for the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
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Master Gardener Tool Care Workshop
U.C. Cooperative Extension
You’ve cleaned up your yard, composted the remains of the summer vegetable garden. Now you’re looking forward to perusing seed catalogues by the fireplace, sipping a cup of your favorite hot beverage and fantasizing about next years’ gardening successes…
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Next HazMobile Event November 16th & 17th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, November 16th & 17th, at Highlands Senior Service/Community Center, 3245 Bowers Ave, Clearlake. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Public Services and Landfill Closures
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Eastlake Landfill will be closed Sunday, November 11, 2012 and the Lakeport Public Services Office will be closed Monday, November 12, 2012 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
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Holiday Office Closures
Most County offices will be closed Monday, November 12th in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
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It's Not Too Late To Vaccinate
Lake County Public Health
Lake County Public Health has a couple more flu shot clinics available. Anyone 6 months of age or older is encouraged to get a flu vaccine. In addition to flu shots, we will also be offering the Tdap (Tetanus, Diptheria and Pertussis) vaccine - also known at the whooping cough vaccine.
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Master Gardener Training
UCCE Master Gardener
The UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program in Lake County is pleased to invite all interested individuals to an informational meeting regarding the 2013 Master Gardener Training Class.
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2013 Master Gardener Calendar Now Available
UCCE Master Gardener
The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners of Lake County are very pleased to announce the release of their 2013 Lake County Master Gardener Calendar, “Growing With The Seasons”.
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Library Program on Victoian Dress
Lake County Library
On Oct. 27, at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High St. Barbara White will demonstrate “Proper Dressing for Victorian Women.”
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Library Program on Beginning Genealogy
Lake County Library
In recognition of Family History Month, Lakeport Library. will present a program called “First Steps in Family History Research” on Oct. 27, 9:00 a.m. at 1425 N. High St.
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2012 Outdoor Recreation Survey
Lake County Public Services
The County of Lake and other local agencies are required to update and document community needs and interests in order to secure grant funding for recreational lands and facilities.
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Next HazMobile Event October 19th & 20th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, October 19th & 20th, at Lucerne Harbor County Park, 6225 E. Highway 20, Lucerne. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Holiday Closure
Most County offices will be closed Monday, October 8th in observance of Columbus Day. All branches of the Lake County Library will be closed Saturday, October 6th.
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Library Calendar of Events for October
Lake County Library
This month’s events include free help with downloading eBooks, a program on beginning genealogy and a program on Proper Victorian Dress (very entertaining & informative.)
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Q&A on Using Library eBook Program
Lake County Library
Lake County Library patrons who want to use the library’s Overdrive electronic book download service will have a chance to learn more about it on Oct. 3 6:00 p.m. at Lakeport Library.
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Library e-Books
Lake County Library
The Lake County Library announces that beginning September 6 library card-holders will be able to download electronic books to Kindles and other e-readers through the library’s website http://library.co.lake.ca.us.
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HazMobile Event September 14th & 15th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, September14th & 15th, at K-Mart, 2019 S Main Street, Lakeport.
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Library Program - Making Jam
Lake County Library
On September 26 at 6:00 p.m. Carli Tippett will demonstrate making jams at Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High Street.
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Library Bread Making Program
Lake County Library
On September 8 at 2:00 p.m. Amy Patton will demonstrate easy bread making for parties and gatherings at Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High Street.
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Master Gardener Workshop
U.C. Cooperative Extension
The U.C. Master Gardeners of Lake County are pleased to present an Introduction to Seed Saving workshop on Saturday, September 8, 2012 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
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Holiday Closures
Most County offices, will be closed Monday, September 3rd 2012 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. All Library branches will be closed Saturday, September 1st in observance of the holiday.
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Cal Fire Issues Statewide Burn Ban
Cal Fire
California’s increased fire activity, coupled with the current weather forecast for continued heightened fire danger, has prompted CAL FIRE to suspend all burning permits and open fire within the State Responsibility Area of California.
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Fall/Winter Gardening in Lake County
UC Master Gardeners
The UC Master Gardeners of Lake County will host an Interactive Information Booth with the topic “Fall/Winter Gardening in Lake County”
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Summertime Support with Aromatherapy
Lake County Library
Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High Street, will present a free program on “Summertime Support with Aromatherapy” on Aug. 15 at 6:00 p.m.
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S'mores and Camping
Lake County Library
Lakeport Library invites teens to “S’mores and Camping” July 28, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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Landfill Rates Going Up
Lake County Public Services
Pursuant to a multi-year fee schedule adopted last year by the Board of Supervisors, gate fees at the Eastlake Landfill will be going up starting July 1, 2012 to offset the costs of landfill operations and increasing and costly compliance regulations.
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Next HazMobile Event July 20th & 21st
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, July20th & 21st, at Highlands Senior Service/Community Center, 3245 Bowers Ave, Clearlake. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Clear Lake Splash-In
Lake County Marketing
The 33rd-annual Clear Lake Splash-In is scheduled for September 28 – 30, 2012 in Lakeport.
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Holiday Closures
Most County offices will be closed Wednesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
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Facilities Closures
Lake County Public Services
Lake County Public Service’s Director, Caroline C. Chavez, announced today that the Eastlake Landfill in Clearlake and the Public Services Office in Lakeport will be closed Wednesday, July 4, 2012 for the Fourth of July holiday.
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Master Gardener Spring Garden Event
Master Gardeners Stephanie Rick and Barbara Haddon
More than 100 people attended the first annual Spring Garden Event on May 6th, which featured garden-related talks and hands-on presentations, and offered plants grown by Master Gardeners, along with a selection of gently-used garden items.
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Library Calendar of Events for July
Lake County Library
For kids and teens the library has some special summer programs. Teens are invited to a real-life CSI program and to a camp-out in the library. See calendar forr all events!
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Youth Leadership Conference
Lake County Alcohol and Other Drug Services
Lake County Alcohol and Other Drug Services (AODS) in collaboration with the California Friday Night Live Partnership (CFNLP) will be facilitating a free youth leadership conference.
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Steampunk Craft Workshop for Teens
Lake County Library
For teens, a steampunk craft workshop at Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High St, Lakeport. June 23, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. as part of the library’s teen summer program, “Own the Night.”
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Learn About the Lake County Mussel Prevention Program
Lake County Library
Carolyn Ruttan, the invasive species program coordinator for the Lake County Department of Water Resources will speak about the Lake County Mussel Prevention Program at Lakeport Library on June 20 at 6:00 p.m.
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Middletown Pool Opens June 13th
Lake County Public Services
Middletown Pool located at 20962 Big Canyon Rd. will open Wednesday, June 13, 2012, and will remain open for recreational swimming Wednesdays through Sundays 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. through Sunday, August 12, 2012.
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Free Photography Workshop for Teens
Lake County Library
Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High Street, Lakeport will present a free photography workshop for teens on June 13 at 6:30 p.m., as part of the library’s teen summer program.
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Fourth of July Events
Lake County Marketing
Lake County is home to numerous fireworks shows during the Fourth of July holiday, many of which dazzle the skies over Clear Lake, illuminating the water’s surface.
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Next HazMobile Event June 15 & 16
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, June 15th & 16th, at K-Mart, 2019 S. Main Street, Lakeport. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Holiday Closures
Most County offices, including the Eastlake Landfill, will be closed Monday, May 28th for the Memorial Day holiday.
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Next HazMobile Event May 18th & 19th
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, May 18th & 19th, at South Lake County Fire Station, 21095 Highway 175, Middletown. Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Walnut Grafting Demonstration and Field Meeting Set
University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE)
University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) and Suchan Valadez Farm & Nursery invite growers and others interested in walnut grafting techniques to attend the 2012 Spring Walnut Grafting Demonstration and Field Meeting.
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Wildfire Safety Expo
Lake County Fire Safe Council
Homeowner information on how you can protect your home in a wildfire.
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Spring Garden Event - Get Ready to Grow
U.C. Master Gardener of Lake County
The UC Master Gardeners of Lake County invite residents involved or interested in gardening in Lake County to their first annual Spring Garden Event on Sunday, May 6, 2012
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Next HazMobile Event April 20th & 21st
Lake County Public Services
The next HazMobile event will be held Friday and Saturday, April 20th & 21st, at Upper Lake Community Park, 575 E. Highway 20, Upper Lake.
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 | Spotlight on Summer Events
Lake County Marketing & Economic Development
is Lake County in the summer – where the summer sun shines brightly overhead, highlighting the endless adventures that beckon you to come and explore.
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| Heron Festival
Lake County Marketing & Economic Development
The 18th-annual Heron Festival, presented by the Redbud Audubon Society, will be held Saturday, May 5, 2012, at Redbud Park in Clearlake.
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Atop Mt Konocti
Information Technology
A true 360 degree view from atop Mt Konocti.
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PACETM Financing Program
Administrative Office
The Board of Supervisors has approved PACETM (Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing for Lake County.
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Middletown Pool Lifeguards
Lake County Public Services
Parks Division will be recruiting Lifeguards for the Middletown Pool this coming spring 2012 for the summer season.
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 | Keep Your Home California
Administrative Office
Four programs designed specifically for low or moderate income homeowners who are either unemployed or are facing another hardship, have fallen behind on their mortgages and owe significantly more than the value of their homes.
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 | Phone Scam Alert
Lake County Sheriff's Department
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has received a report of a fraud scheme, in which an elderly victim received a telephone call from a suspect, informing him of a relative who had supposedly been arrested outside of the country.
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Fruits of a Lunch Lady's Labor
CBS "The Early Show"
Local food service director's innovative and healthy approach to school lunches makes national news.
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