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LAKEPORT – Victoria, proprietress at the new and wonderful Cafe Victoria in Lakeport, smiled as she wrote Poetry Interlude on her calendar for Sunday, August 26, at 1 p.m.
The Interlude will feature its usual poetry and music open mike format where all forms of expressive art are encouraged. Yes, there is a piano on site. There is a tiny stage with microphones and jacks available.
All acts will be expected to set up and break down quickly. Please limit performances to six minutes. We can always do a second round if there is time.
Other events this month at Cafe Victoria will include an open mike on the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. 18, emceed by Phil Mathewson and an appearance by Little Deer on Saturday, Aug. 25. Both of events run from 4 to 6 p.m.
At Cafe Victoria, friendly staff custom make sandwiches, wraps, coffee drinks, shakes and fruity drinks. (My personal favorite is the Vegetarian sandwich and a mango Juice Squeeze.) They also serve fountain drinks, pizza, baked goods, ice cream, yogurts, etc. While you are there, be sure to check out the cafe's quirky decor.
Cafe Victoria is located on Main Street at the courthouse corner next door to Watershed Books.
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LAKEPORT – This year's successful series of concerts in Lakeport's Library Park continues tonight at 6:30 p.m.
Week nine features local legends Bill Noteman and the Rockets.
As usual, there will be great goofy giveaways at halftime and plenty of groovy music that will get folks out of their chairs and onto the dance lawn.
Forcasters are calling for showtime temperatures around 82 degrees with a nice 12 mile-per-hour breeze from the west.
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- Written by: Shannon Tolson
CLEARLAKE – Second Sunday Cinema will screen “The Ground Truth” for its free film on Aug. 12.
This documentary, short-listed for the 2007 Academy Awards, focuses on young soldiers sent to Iraq to serve their country, only to return home to indifference.
One young soldier who lost his hand was asked by a young man at home how it happened. "Iraq," he replied. "Whoa," was the response. “Is that still going on?"
The 12 service people seen in the film, male and female, black and white, are thoughtful and articulate as they tell us what they experienced both in Iraq and after their return home. For some, the war is still going on as they try to keep their families together and deal with ongoing physical and psychological problems.
Of course the issue of "Support Our Troops" comes up. Magnetic stickers on the back of SUVs aren’t bad, these soldiers say – but what good do they really do? They say, "If you really want to support us, come and see this film and hear what we have to say."
If you are considering enlisting, or if you love someone who wants to enlist, please get more information by coming to see this free film. It’s 60 minutes long, and will be preceded by a 15-minute film called, "Before You Enlist."
"The Ground Truth" is neither cynical, depressing nor partisan. We need to hear what these young people experienced, and what they’re feeling.
Second Sunday Cinema screens free films on the second Sunday of every month for the people of Lake County.
The films are shown at the Clearlake United Methodist Church at 14521 Pearl St. near Mullen in Clearlake.
The doors open at 5:30 p.m. for snacks, socializing and seating: the film starts at 6 p.m. There is an optional discussion following the movie.
Come on in – the vibes are friendly, the seats comfortable, the air is cool and, as always, the film is free.
For more information, call Shannon Tolson at 279-2957, or email
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LAKEPORT – “Cafe Victoria Presents” will have a two-hour music interlude Saturday August 18 and 25 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Phil Mathewson and Friends will be on stage on Saturday, Aug. 18 and Little Deer will perform Saturday, Aug. 25.
Admission is free and food and beverages are available for sale.
Cafe Victoria is on the corner of Main St. and Third, Lakeport. Call 263-1212 for information or to sign up to perform.
Scheduling may change so please check with Cafe Victoria when making your plans.
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