KELSEYVILLE
Cool off with the Fiddler’s Jam this Sunday
This Sunday, find your happy place with all your music-loving friends at Ely Stage Stop. In addition to the classic old time music, there are lots of exhibits to explore, including some of our collection of fully restored historic carriages, our blacksmith shop, our country jail, clothes washing exhibit and all the museum displays, plus, books and souvenir items for sale.
Music is from 12 to 2 pm.. Gates open at 11 a.m. It’s too hot to cook! So bring your appetite for our delicious grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, plus wine and cold beer.
Admission is $5 per person. Members of LCHS and those 18 and younger are free. All proceeds will go towards the Carriage House Fund. Win A Goodie Basket! Test your luck! Take a moment to purchase raffle tickets that offer a good chance to win a basket filled with an abundant selection of treats and surprises – all expertly curated by longtime volunteer Suzanne Schutz. August’s theme is ‘Find Cooling – Off to the spa!’
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LAKE COUNTY
Making philanthropy accessible and social: 100 Bucks Strong
Founded on the spirit of generosity and camaraderie, 100 Bucks Strong unites community-minded men with a simple mission: amplify the impact of local giving. The group embraces an innovative approach—making philanthropy both accessible and social—by gathering and pooling their resources to drive meaningful change in Lake County. Through mutual support and shared purpose, members transform small individual contributions into significant collective action, ensuring that every dollar stays close to home and supports causes that matter most to the community.
What sets 100 Bucks Strong apart is its focus on simplicity and transparency. The process is straightforward: members engage in direct conversations with the people behind the causes and see the immediate impact of their contributions. Each gathering is an opportunity not just to donate, but to connect—building friendships while learning how their pooled generosity can spark real progress. The group’s gatherings, known as “Roundups,” have become anticipated events in the community, part celebration, part call to action and guys bonding over dinner, drinks and games.
Each March, June, September, and November, over 100 Bucks (Lake County residents) gather for a Roundup at a different venue. The buy-in is $100 per person per Round-up, four times a year. Three nonprofits are randomly selected ahead of time to give a 5-minute presentation on their mission and how a donation from the 100 Bucks Strong Lake County would benefit their cause. Followed by 5-minutes of Q&A. Bucks will then vote to determine which of the three organizations will receive the collective donation. At past Roundups, after voting and donation awarded, the Bucks have enjoyed whiskey or beer tastings, cornhole competition, or a trivia night.
For those who go to our website to sign up, the next 100 Bucks Roundup will be on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, at Tom Lincoln’s house, food available for purchase from Biasotti’s BBQ. Come join us. For more information visit https://100bucksstrong.weebly.com
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Celebrate and support a Lake County tradition at the Passion Play fundraiser on September 13
Experience an unforgettable evening of fine food and drink, music, and community spirit at the Lake County Passion Play Fundraiser, held on Friday, September 13 at 4 p.m. at the breathtaking Château Grenouille on Cobb Mountain.
Guests will enjoy a delicious New York strip roast dinner accompanied by appetizers, dessert, and a fine selection of beverages, including many local wines. The event also features a silent and live auction, offering a variety of unique items and experiences. Top the night off with live music and dancing featuring the popular local band Fogg Revisited, and you have yourself the perfect evening!
Tickets are $80 per person or $600 for a table of eight. All proceeds directly support the Lake County Passion Play, a powerful live reenactment of Christ’s life from the Last Supper through His resurrection. Celebrating over 40 years, the Lake County Passion Play is the only outdoor production of its kind in the United States and is a cherished cultural and spiritual tradition in the region.
This fundraiser offers a wonderful opportunity to support a one-of-a-kind community event while enjoying a magical evening in one of Lake County’s most picturesque settings.
Reserve your tickets today! For more information or to purchase tickets, contact:
Lisa Lambert at (707) 245-7281 or Laura Ewing Barnes at (707) 533-3406.
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