LOWER LAKE, Calif. – The Lake Renaissance Festival will take place Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 28, and Sunday, May 29.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day at the Tuscan Village in Lower Lake, next to the post office, 16175 Main St., Lower Lake.

Travel with us to Renaissance Italy 400 years ago in the recreated town in Tuscany for a weekend full of fun.

Some of the things in store for you are games and crafts, music, sea shanties, stage acts, sword fights, food and beverages, and entertainment for the whole family.

The cost is $7 per person, with children 10 and under admitted for free. Students, seniors or those with a coupon can get $2 off. Coupons are available at many businesses in the area.

Visit the festival's Web site at http://lakerenfest.com.