LAKE COUNTY >> Residents have the chance to display agricultural products and locally made items for the county”s display at the California State Fair.
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce is coordinating the design, construction and transportation of the exhibit for the 18-day run of the fair, according to Melissa Fulton, chamber CEO. Joe Pennisi, AIA Architect and chamber member, has designed the building which represents a barn/farm stand, and the construction is being done by Meek Construction of Lakeport.
One of the displays planned for the exhibit is “The Lake County Pantry” in which the chamber will display agriculture products and items made by Lake County residents.
People interested in donating or lending an item for the display should contact the chamber no later than June 24,
“We would appreciate hearing from folks who make items they consider appropriate as soon as possible,” Fulton stated. The number of items used will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Also included in the display will be information about Michele Malm, food services director for the Kelseyville Unified School District. Malm”s program for getting frozen and processed foods off the cafeteria menu was recognized on the CBS Early Show in 2011.
The chamber will also feature a display of wineries with all the awards they have garnered in the past year, Fulton stated. Additionally, there will be information about outdoor recreation, and the Lake County Quilt Trail.
Kelly Cox, retired county administrator, has assumed responsibility for vetting the Lake County ambassadors who will be at the display to greet visitors.
To submit an item or for information, contact the chamber office at 263-5092.
