CLEARLAKE, Calif. – A candlelight vigil to highlight domestic violence issues in the community will take place on Monday, Oct. 17.

The vigil will begin at 7 p.m. at Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake.

This event will feature speakers including Clearlake Police Chief Craig Clausen. Candles and refreshments will be provided.

The Lake Family Resource Center is commemorating Domestic Violence Awareness Month throughout October.

The group wants to call awareness to the tragedy of domestic violence in hope of ending it in Lake County.

This is the 13th year that Lake Family Resource Center has held candlelight vigils in Lake County. The Oct. 17 vigil will be the second in Clearlake.

All are welcome no matter what the weather.

Lake Family Resource Center provides a multitude of services to build family stability and strength. The agency supports Lake County residents in achieving stable, self-sufficient, and healthy families and communities.

Call them at 707-279-0563.

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