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The canning of fruits and vegetables will be taught at the Kelseyville Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Third and Church. Both sessions will be from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The cost is $20, of which $10 will be refunded the day of the class.
Pears and tomatoes will be featured, as those are the most abundant crops in Lake County at this time of year.
The Hunger Task Force feels that canning is one of the best ways to take advantage of the abundance of crops, but is becoming a lost art.
All participants should come dressed for a hands-on experience in each step of the process. Please do not wear sandals, and remove all rings prior to arrival.
Upon completion of the lessons, each participating household will be given a water bath canner, a book, and a jar lifter, unless they are repeating the class. Please, no children.
Please call 707-277-9227 as soon as possible to register – class size is limited to 12.
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UPPER LAKE – The Northshore Dive Team will meet this Friday, Aug. 14.
The group will meet at the Northshore Fire Protection District's Upper Lake Station 90 on Main Street, which is the team headquarters, at 7 p.m. Training will follow the meeting.
Everyone is welcome to attend, from divers to non-divers. If you like the water, come and join the team.
For more information call Capt. John Rodriguez, the team leader, at the Upper Lake station, 275-2446, or e-mail
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SAN FRANCISCO – As area residents enjoy some welcome hot weather, AAA Northern California is warning motorists about heat-related dangers and offering advice for how to beat the heat.
In extreme heat such as the current weather, a parked car can become a virtual oven. The combination of extreme heat, direct sunlight and closed windows can heat a car up to about 190 degrees Fahrenheit. To put that in perspective, health experts advise that chicken should be cooked to 175 degrees Fahrenheit.
“While many people are enjoying the hot weather, it’s important to remember this kind of heat can also cause expensive damage to cars and make breakdowns more likely,” said AAA Northern California spokesperson Jenny Mack.
AAA Northern California encourages motorists to follow some easy tips to prevent drivers from being injured and reducing the damage caused to your car by extreme heat.
Using a reflective sunshade in the windshield can cool the interior of a car by an average of 43 degrees. Sunshades reflect sunrays by blocking the sunlight coming through the windshield, helping to reduce the heat and block 99 percent of damaging UV rays. Also, a sunshade can help protect a car's interior, preventing possible fading, cracking or discoloration.
Here are some other easy tips to follow to protect your car from the hot summer sun:
Park in the shade whenever possible.
Use a fabric-based steering wheel cover to help protect your hands.
Open doors and let the air circulate in the car for a few minutes before getting into the car.
Set your air conditioner to regular or fresh air before switching to maximum cooling.
Motorists should also do a complete checkup of the vehicle for conditions that often develop into problems in hot weather.
Areas to check include:
Tires: Examine tires for uneven and excessive tread wear. Make sure all tires, including the spare, are properly inflated.
Belts and hoses: With the engine off, look for worn or cracked belts and damaged, blistered or soft hoses.
Antifreeze/coolant: Inspect the antifreeze/coolant level and condition. Make sure the proper 50/50 mixture of water and coolant is present.
Motor oil and lubricants: Check the oil and lubricant levels and condition. If you are planning to drive in extreme conditions such as hot weather or while towing a heavy trailer, switch to motor oil with higher viscosity. Check your owner's manual for specific oil and lubricant recommendations.
In addition to performing the automotive checkup described above, AAA suggests motorists carry an emergency kit in case of breakdown. The kit should include a flashlight with extra batteries, a warning device such as flares or reflective triangles, heavy gloves, water, coolant, jumper cables, and a first-aid kit. A cellular phone provides an easy way to call for emergency assistance.
When driving in extreme heat, it’s also important to pack enough water for all passengers in the event your car experiences an unexpected breakdown. And of course, don’t forget your AAA card when hitting the road in hot weather.
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TV8's own Dante DeAmicis and manager Allan Markowski traveled with Gabby Fellows on June 29 to Eureka, where they took a tour of Access Humboldt's new studio.
The school district in Humboldt County has contributed funding as well as space at Eureka High School for the construction of a brand-new media center.
Both TV8 representatives were given an extensive tour of the construction sight and sat down with Mclaughlin for an hour-long discussion on PEG history and independent media issues dealing with PEG channels throughout the United States.
TV8 will broadcast this hour and a half long interview, edited by freelance journalist Gabby Fellows, three times this week during different time slots: 7:29 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11; 5:14 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12; and 3:51 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13.
TV8 offers locally produced content by Lake County residents for Lake County viewers.
For more information, please contact 707-994-8201, Extension 109, or e-mail the station at