Nov. 1:
* Dance to the music of Shot Gun Willie, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every first, second and fourth Wednesday at the Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 State Route 20 in Nice. Donation: $9. For information, call Norma Wright at 274-1150.
Nov. 2:
* A writers” circle with Lake County Poet Laureate Sandra Wade meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month in October, November and December at the Lake County Arts Council”s Main Street Gallery. For information, e-mail balancesandra@yahoo.com.
Nov. 7:
* The Mendo-Lake Chorus invites you to join in the fun and get ready for Christmas. The chorus is looking for females who are interested in learning four-part harmony, sung acappella. No experience necessary. The chorus meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at New Life Foursquare Church, 1125 Martin Street in Lakeport. Ride sharing is available around the lake. Information: Betty Lou at 263-4721.
Nov. 8:
* Lake County Writers meets from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (“Arrive when you can; leave when you must”) on the second Wednesday of each month at the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum. The group welcomes writers of all levels and genres. No dues or fees. For more information, call Vicki Werkley at 995-1228.
* Dance to the music of Shot Gun Willie, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every first, second and fourth Wednesday at the Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 State Route 20 in Nice. Donation: $9. For information, call Norma Wright at 274-1150.
Nov. 10:
* Friday, Nov. 10, is the due date for responding to a poll by the Lake County Library Board, inquiring what five essential books would one take in a national disaster. Entry blanks available at all local library branches.
* Open mic for poets and musicians, 7 p.m. on the second Friday of each month at Java Express, 14624 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake. For information, call 995-1065.
Nov. 10-12:
* Lakeport Community Players presents “Sin, Sex and the CIA,” a comedy by Michael and Susan Parker, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, Saturday, Nov. 11, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11 at the Big Valley Grange. Tickets available at Catfish Books and the Lake County Arts Council”s Main Street Gallery. Opening night production benefits the Soper Reese Theater. Performances take place the following weekend as well.
Nov. 11:
* The Clear Lake Animal Welfare Society hosts a “coming out party” for its Calendar Girls Take It Off For CLAWS 2007″ calendar, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Cactus Grill in Clearlake. Calendars are $18 apiece; proceeds go to CLAWS. For more information, call CLAWS at 994-9505.
* The Park Study Club is presenting its fifth annual fashion show and luncheon on Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Clubhouse, located at 13687 Santa Clara Avenue off Arrowhead in Clearlake. The event starts with lunch being served at 1 p.m., followed by the fashion show featuring fashions from Lisa”s 3-60. Tickets are $20.? Due to limited seating, presale tickets are recommended.? Call Lori at 994-1119.
Nov. 12:
* Clear Lake Performing Arts presents a symphony concert featuring harpist Jessica Schaeffer and Kelseyville flutist Cathy Hall, 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, at the Marge Alakszay Center, Clear Lake High School, Lange Street in Lakeport. Admission is $15 general, $10 for CLPA members and free to 18 and younger. Information: 279-0877 or www.clearlakeperformingarts.org.
Nov. 14:
* The Mendo-Lake Chorus invites you to join in the fun and get ready for Christmas. The chorus is looking for females who are interested in learning four-part harmony, sung acappella. No experience necessary. The chorus meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at New Life Foursquare Church, 1125 Martin Street in Lakeport. Ride sharing is available around the lake. Information: Betty Lou at 263-4721.
Nov. 17-19:
* Lakeport Community Players presents “Sin, Sex and the CIA,” a comedy by Michael and Susan Parker, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, Saturday, Nov. 18, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19 at the Big Valley Grange. Tickets available at Catfish Books and the Lake County Arts Council”s Main Street Gallery.
Nov. 18:
* The Lake County Library Board celebrates Library Day, Saturday, Nov. 18 in the Redbud Library conference room. Results of a poll will be announced at 1:30 p.m., concerning what five essential books would the respondents take in a national disaster. The MGM movie “A Tale of Two Cities” will be shown at 2 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.
Nov. 22:
* Dance to the music of Shot Gun Willie, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every first, second and fourth Wednesday at the Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 State Route 20 in Nice. Donation: $9. For information, call Norma Wright at 274-1150.
Nov. 25:
* Cobb Mtn Artists presents Holiday in the Pines, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at Rob Roy Golf Course. Admission is $1 for ages 15 and older. For more information, call 928-6461 or 928-4201.
Dec. 1-3:
* The Renaissance Christmas Pageant and Feast takes place at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, and Saturday, Dec. 2, with a 3 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Dec. 3, at the Middletown Community United Methodist Church, 21211 Jackson Street. Tickets are pre-sale only. To reserve tickets via mail, call Shari at 987-2653 or purchase them at Moontide in Middletown or the Lake County Arts Council in Lakeport. Performances take place during the following weekend as well.
Dec. 6:
* Dance to the music of Shot Gun Willie, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every first, second and fourth Wednesday at the Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 State Route 20 in Nice. Donation: $9. For information, call Norma Wright at 274-1150.
Dec. 7:
* A writers” circle with Lake County Poet Laureate Sandra Wade meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month in October, November and December at the Lake County Arts Council”s Main Street Gallery. For information, e-mail balancesandra@yahoo.com.
Dec. 8:
* Open mic for poets and musicians, 7 p.m. on the second Friday of each month at Java Express, 14624 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake. For information, call 995-1065.
Dec. 8-10:
* The Renaissance Christmas Pageant and Feast takes place at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8, and Saturday, Dec. 9, with a 3 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Middletown Community United Methodist Church, 21211 Jackson Street. Tickets are pre-sale only. To reserve tickets via mail, call Shari at 987-2653 or purchase them at Moontide in Middletown or the Lake County Arts Council in Lakeport.
Dec. 13:
* Lake County Writers meets from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (“Arrive when you can; leave when you must”) on the second Wednesday of each month at the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum. The group welcomes writers of all levels and genres. No dues or fees. For more information, call Vicki Werkley at 995-1228.
* Dance to the music of Shot Gun Willie, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every first, second and fourth Wednesday at the Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 State Route 20 in Nice. Donation: $9. For information, call Norma Wright at 274-1150.
Dec. 17:
* Clear Lake Performing Arts presents a Christmas celebration with the Lake County Symphony, 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17, at the Kelseyville High School student center. Information: 279-0877 or www.clearlakeperformingarts.org.
Dec. 27:
* Dance to the music of Shot Gun Willie, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every first, second and fourth Wednesday at the Sons of Italy Hall, 2817 State Route 20 in Nice. Donation: $9. For information, call Norma Wright at 274-1150.
Jan. 10:
* Lake County Writers meets from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (“Arrive when you can; leave when you must”) on the second Wednesday of each month at the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum. The group welcomes writers of all levels and genres. No dues or fees. For more information, call Vicki Werkley at 995-1228.
Jan. 12:
* Open mic for poets and musicians, 7 p.m. on the second Friday of each month at Java Express, 14624 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake. For information, call 995-1065.
Feb. 9:
* Open mic for poets and musicians, 7 p.m. on the second Friday of each month at Java Express, 14624 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake. For information, call 995-1065.
