MIDDLETOWN – The Lake County programs of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa have postponed a fundraiser originally planned for July 18.

Hedy Montoya of Catholic Charities reported that they will announce a new date in the future.

For more information call Montoya at 707-987-8139.

LAKEPORT – The Lake County Vector Control District's Board of Trustees will announce the results of the ballot tabulation on a proposed property assessment this Wednesday, July 15.

A special meeting will take place beginning at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, at the district's offices at 410 Esplanade in Lakeport.

The district had a public hearing on June 30, at the end of which county Registrar of Voters Diane Fridley began counting the voting results.

The proposed assessment will add an estimated $500,000 to Vector Control's $1.3 million budget if approved. The district said it will use proceeds to maintain services and upgrade equipment and facilities.

For more information call Lake County Vector Control, 707-263-4770.

MIDDLETOWN – At the next Middletown Luncheon Club program on Wednesday, July 15, come hear 4-H kids who work hard to raise livestock for auction, what it takes, and how they earn their scholarship money and merit badges.

These kids represent the area’s heritage of farms and ranches, so even if you are a “townie” prepare to be impressed and moved by their dedication.

It’s a great introduction to the Junior Livestock Auction and the County Fair coming up over the Labor Day weekend.

The Middletown Luncheon Club meets at the social hall of the Middletown Methodist Church, 15833 Armstrong at Washington.

Programs start at noon, and lunch is only $5 per person.

Lunch this month will be prepared by the 4-H group. All programs are open to the general public. Reservations are requested but not required. Call 707-928-9812 for more information.

If you don’t know about the Middletown Luncheon Club (MLC), here is the perfect opportunity to tap into the 108-year continuum of community and fun.

MLC meets every third Wednesday of the month from January through November. A nonprofit organization is selected to provide lunch, and there is a different program each time to keep things lively and informative.

For more info on the MLC, contact Helen Whitney at 707-928-9812.

MIDDLETOWN – A portion of Perini Road will be closed in upcoming weeks in order facilitate a bridge replacement.

Beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, July 20, and continuing through 5 p.m. Friday, July 31, Perini Road at Perini Creek will be closed to all traffic as the bridge there is replaced, according to the Lake County Department of Public Works.

During this time all traffic will need to detour to Big Canyon Road. Signs will be in place to alert the traveling public of the need to use alternative routes.

For more information call the Department of Public Works, 707-263-2341.

LOWER LAKE – The Lower Lake Historic School Preservation Committee will host its 16th Annual Quilt and Textile Exhibition from August 1 through August 29 in the Weaver Auditorium.

The public is invited to bring quilts and fiber art work for display. Items will be accepted at the Museum beginning July 15.

Featured artists this year will include the Clear Lake Quilt Guild, renowned weaver Sheila O'Hara and her students, and members of the Sheep Thrills Spinning and Weaving Guild.

The show can be seen during regular museum hours, Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

An artists' reception will take place Saturday, Aug. 8, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.

The Schoolhouse Museum is located at 16435 Main St. in Lower Lake. For more information please call 707-995-3565.

MENDOCINO NATIONAL FOREST – As hunting season approaches with the opening of archery deer season in the A Zone this Saturday, July 12, hunters are asked to be aware of conditions in the Mendocino National Forest.

While this year has seen milder temperatures and late precipitation, the forest is entering the dry months of summer and the risk of fire is increasing.

There are currently no fire restrictions in place for the Mendocino National Forest.

However, visitors are asked to use caution with campfires and grills. Campfire permits are required while camping outside of designated campgrounds on public lands in California.

Annual campfire permits are free and available at all Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and CALFire offices, as well as from most Forest Service field employees.

Forms also can be downloaded at www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino/passespermits and submitted via fax to 530-934-7384.

Following are some safety tips for hunters and other forest recreation visitors:

• Be prepared for changing weather conditions and cooler evening temperatures in the mountains.

• Bring plenty of food and water.

• Bring appropriate clothing and footwear.

• Tell someone where you are going, when you are leaving and when you plan on being back.

• When camping, watch for snags or dead trees that could fall in your campsite.

Forest visitor maps are available for $10 from Mendocino National Forest offices.

The Upper Lake Ranger District is located at 10025 Elk Mountain Road, telephone 707-275-2361 or 707-275-9524 (TTY), and is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Forest Supervisor’s and Grindstone Ranger District Office, located at 825 North Humboldt Ave. in Willows, is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and can be reached at 530-934-3316.

The Stonyford Work Center, located at 5171 Stonyford-Elk Creek Road in Stonyford, is open 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and can be reached at 530-963-1300.

 

For more information, please contact the Mendocino National Forest at 530-934-3316 or visit www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino .