LAKE COUNTY
The Lake County Silver Foundation to honor inspirational seniors
Nominations for Inspirational Senior Awards are now closed, but there’s still time to register for the Nov. 8, 2022, Annual Senior Summit. The event begins at 9 am at Robinson Rancheria Casino and Resort on 1545 East Highway 20 in Nice.
Thirteen seniors and elders will receive the time-honored award that recognizes those who volunteer in their communities and have a long history of service to others. “Seniors give back quietly, expecting nothing in return,” said Jim Steele, Lake County Silver Foundation President. “Through our Inspirational Senior Awards program, we show our appreciation and honor the give back generation.”
Online registration is open (www.lakecountysilverfoundation.com). Those who do not have access to the internet may call 707-998-1302 for help getting registered. The first 100 will receive a special tote bag with goodies, walk-ins are permitted – on a first come first served basis.
The 4th Annual Senior Summit is a special day for Lake County seniors. There will be a health and wellness fair, information dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, lunch, several workshops, speakers, entertainment, raffles and more. This is a no charge event exclusively for seniors aged 60 or more. Registration is from 9 am to 10 am.
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LAKE COUNTY
Lake County Winery Association Awarded Key Grant
The Lake County Winery Association is thrilled to secure a $440,476 grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) to support its “When You Think Wine, Think Lake County” initiative. This exciting new focus aims to firm up the understanding of the bounty of Lake County in the minds of younger consumers, and to cultivate their lifelong dedication and support.
Historically, Lake County has been an important wine grape growing region and has helped supplement the grapes needed for Napa County wine production. In recent decades, Lake County wineries have flourished independent of Napa County and produce a range of wines that speak to the county’s distinct volcanic terroir. Further, Lake County wineries are family owned and operated, which provides a much more personalized experience for visitors and for consumers. As younger generations seek out smaller production and boutique wineries, authentic experiences, and the ability to support family farms, the Lake County Winery Association aims to promote its 24 wineries as the perfect destination for wine tasting weekends and more.
“This is a great opportunity to expose more people, especially the younger generation, to the strong growing reputation of quality wines from Lake County,” said Association Chair Kendall Fults of Fults Family Vineyards. “We’re delighted to share our dedication to our wines, our region, and our livelihoods with younger visitors.” With 9 sub AVAs, Lake County wineries showcase its distinctive soil and high elevation in the high quality, passion-driven wines.
The grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is part of the 2022 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). This funding will help support digital, social media, and video marketing campaigns, as well as an updated website, to help build awareness of, appreciation for, and dedication to Lake County’s offerings to Millennials and Gen Zers in San Francisco and Sacramento, with the goal of creating lifelong lovers of Lake County. Located just over two hours from both, Lake County offers city residents quiet respite with sweeping vistas, towering Mount Konocti, and expansive Clear Lake alongside vast agricultural acreage.
About the Lake County Winery Association
The Lake County Winery Association promotes the Lake County wine region as a producer of premium, high-elevation wines and a relaxing travel destination. To learn more about Lake County wines visit www.lakecountywineries.org
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UPPER LAKE
Billy Watson Band highlights Monday Blues on Halloween at the Blue Wing in Upper Lake.
It should be great Fall weather this weekend, so come by any time. The super showman and blues harp master Billy Watson and his band from San Diego have various gigs scheduled in the area this weekend, all culminating on Halloween Monday evening at the Blue Wing. The staff will be dressed for the occasion, but please join the fun in costume or street clothes.
Leading off the 2022-23 concert series on Sunday November 13 will be the amazing jazz vocalist Jenna Mammina, backed on piano by the great John R. Burr.
Jenna is a favorite at the Tallman and Blue Wing. Oten performing with guitarist Rolf Sturm or pianist John R. Burr, Jenna’s music combines folk, pop, and jazz in a unique style. She covers a wide range of music, including songs ranging from her friend and idol Abbey Lincoln to Elvis Costello and Tom Waits, as well as original compositions. Mammina has recorded five albums, all released on her own label, Mamma Grace.
The event runs from 3 to 4:30 in the afternoon, offering plenty of time for a late lunch or early dinner at the Blue Wing. Tickets at $30 plus tax can be purchased online at Eventbrite.com or by calling the Tallman Hotel at (707) 275-2244 ext. 0.
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