CLEARLAKE, Calif. – The Lake County Democratic Central Committee will hold its annual Democratic Legislator’s BBQ on Sunday, Oct. 5.

Honored speakers are Congressman Mike Thompson; Congressman John Garamendi; candidate for Board of Equalization, Speaker Pro Tem Emeritus Fiona Ma; State Senator Noreen Evans; and Assemblywoman Mariko Yamada.

Also addressing the guests will be Assembly District 4 candidate Bill Dodd and Mike McGuire, candidate for State Senate.

The barbecue takes place at the Highlands Senior Center, 3245 Bowers Ave. in Clearlake from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Enjoy tri-tip, tempting side dishes, homemade desserts and Lake County wine.

Lake County favorite, David Neft, will provide the music.

Bid on gifts and goods from local businesses in the silent auction.

Come join the fun and mingle with like-minded people. Enjoy the music,food and wine. Visit with your local legislators and candidates.

Early union sponsors include the California Teachers Association; Plumbers Union Local 38; Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake Building and Trades Council; California United Health Care Workers; North Bay Labor Council; Operating Engineers Local No. 3; SEIU 1021; and Teamsters Local 665.

The wine sponsors this year are Chacewater Wine Co., Don Angel Cellars, Langtry Estates & Vineyards, Laujor Estate Winery,  Rosa D’Oro Vinyards and Six Sigma Ranch & Winery.

Tickets cost $25 per person for seniors, 55 and older, $35 for general admission and $20 for students. Children under 5 may attend for free.

Tickets can be purchased online at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/lakedembbq2014 .

All tickets are held at the door. Walk-ins welcome.

The Lake County Democratic Central Committee is the official governing body of the Democratic Party in Lake County.

Contact the Democratic Party of Lake County at 707-533-4885 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The group's Web site can be found at www.lakecountydemocrats.org .