CLEARLAKE OAKS
There is still time to sign up for the annual Catfish Derby
The lake levels are better than they’ve been in many years and the catfish derby is back to normal. Large crowds are expected for the annual family-oriented fishing derby known near and far as the biggest derby of its kind west of the Mississippi.
“There’s still time to sign up online and receive an early sign-up discount of $10,” said Derby Committee Chair Dennis Locke. “Apply by 11:00 pm on May 18 for the discount,” he said.
Fees are $50 for early registrants; $60 for those registering after the deadline. The entry fee for kids (15 years and under) is $10.
Derby fishing starts at noon on May 19 and ends at noon on May 21 with an awards ceremony where prizes this year total $10,000. Another $2,500 in prizes and merchandise, including three cash bonuses of $200, $100, and $50 will be awarded.
In the adult category, prizes range from $5,000 for 1st place to $40 for 20th place. For kids, the Derby offers two categories of prizes for 10 year olds and under and 11 to 15 year olds. The prizes for both categories range from $100, 1st place to $10, 5th place.
Onsite registration and fish weigh-ins will again be at the Northshore Fire District Station in the Oaks at 12655 East Hwy 20, Clearlake Oaks, Ca.
Online entries are being accepted at www.clearlakeoaks.org/derby where more information can also be found. Information is also available on the Derby Facebook Page, Catfish Derby In the Oaks, or by calling Derby headquarters at 707-596-0248.
The annual derby is a fund raiser sponsored annually by the Clearlake Oaks-Glenhaven Business Association. All proceeds go back into the community, supporting education and sports in our school as well as other community needs.
Association President, Alvaro Valencia, encourages everyone to drop by during the derby to say hello to old friends and meet new ones. “Come by to purchase raffle tickets, t-shirts and on the last day enjoy the awards ceremony with food, drinks and camaraderie,” he said.
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LAKEPORT
Mother’s Day comes early this year for Lake County Symphony
Fans of the Lake County Symphony should get ready for a magical day at the upcoming Mother’s Day performance by the Lake County Symphony Orchestra even though it will not take place on the actual Mother’s Day- as has been done since the concerts began. Instead, due to a scheduling conflict with the Ukiah Symphony which is playing their concert on Mother’s Day this year, Lake County Symphony’s performance will be on May 7, one week earlier than usual.
Conductor and Music Director John Parkinson will lead the orchestra in another unforgettable program featuring well-known, popular music from hit movies and live theater that should bring back good memories and spark the imagination. The “Pre-Mother’s Day Concert,” as it is being called, will feature selections from The Wizard of Oz, Chicago, Rocky Broadway and Mission Impossible.
The concert begins with the “warm-up band,” the Lake County Community & Youth Orchestra (LCCYO), playing several pieces in keeping with the theme of the day.
The main concert opens with “Curtain Up!”-a medley of tunes that includes music from a variety of shows, including “Annie Get Your Gun” and “Funny Girl.”
Then we hear two pieces from the “Wizard of Oz,” followed by several selections from “Pan,” based on the story of “Peter Pan.” Next, the orchestra plays selections from “Hook” and “The Empire Strikes Back Medley” before intermission.
Following the break, the audience will hear the “Mission: Impossible Theme” based on the original TV series, followed by “SATCHMO!” a tribute to Louis Armstrong. Featured trumpet soloist, Gary Miller, will play a medley that includes “What a Wonderful World,” When the Saints Come Marching In,” “Saint Louis Blues,” and “Hello Dolly.”
Parkinson then leads the symphony in a “Chicago” medley, followed by the Orchestral Suite from “The Star Wars Epic-Part II,” and music from “Pirates of the Caribbean.”
The final musical selection is from “Rocky Broadway,” the Broadway version of the 1976 movie, “Rocky,” featuring a medley of the most recognizable tunes from the show: “Gonna Fly Now,” “Fight from the Heart,” and “Eye of the Tiger.”
Tickets for the 2 p.m. concert are $25 for general seating and $30 for premium; they are available for purchase on the Soper Reese Website. (https://www.soperreesetheatre.com) LCSA members receive a $5 discount. Please arrive 30 minutes early when buying tickets at the door for the regular 2 p.m. concert. There is also an 11 a.m. dress rehearsal performance which costs $5 for adults and is free for those for those under 18. Please arrive extra early for this rehearsal concert to ensure a seat.
LCSA’s ‘Pre Mother’s Day Concert’ features music of stage and screen
Gary Miller plays trumpet in salute to Louis Armstrong
“Satchmo!”- a tribute to Louis Armstrong, will feature Lake County Symphony’s “trumpet master” Gary Miller. He will play solo parts in a medley of tunes, including “What a Wonderful World,” When the Saints Come Marching In,” “Saint Louis Blues,” and “Hello Dolly.” Miller has been with the Lake County Symphony since it began in 1978, making him one of its original musicians (along with Andi Skelton and Nick Biondo) since it began in 1978. Miller, who also plays with the Ukiah Symphony and with the Symphony of the Redwoods, says, “The saying goes, ‘There are too many directors for the number of musicians,’ so audiences see many of us in all three symphonies.” This talented and versatile musician is also a part of the Brasstastics Brass Quintet and The Funky Dozen dance band.
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