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All due dates and library holds expiration dates have been extended. Please keep your library materials with you at home until the library reopens.
County librarian Christopher Veach said, “We are taking this step to comply with guidelines set forth by the state of California and in coordination with local health officials regarding social distancing and slowing the spread of the virus. Thank you for your continued support as we all work together to keep our community healthy and safe.”
Online library services will continue while the physical branches of the Lake County Library are closed. The public can call the library or go online to access those services.
Lakeport Library’s phone number is 707-263-8817, Redbud Library in Clearlake can be reached at 707-994-5115, Middletown Library’s number is 707-987-3674, and Upper Lake Library’s number is 707-274-2049.
The library website is http://library.lakecountyca.gov .
If you need a library card, you can call your local branch or use the online library card application form on the library website. Library employees will make cards and give patrons their card information.
With a library card, patrons can access the library’s digital collections for children, teens, and adults online without the need to visit a local branch.
You can click on the “Digital Content” button on the library’s website to access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, and craft classes from any location.
Library staff will be available by phone during normal operating hours to assist with the digital resources.
For children and teens the library offers ABCmouse, Britannica, and TeachingBooks. ABCmouse.com is the leading and most comprehensive fun digital learning resource for children ages 2 through 8. Britannica School and Britannica Escolar are both educational sites for students to use for homework help, projects, or learning at home or at the library.
TeachingBooks.net is a multimedia website that generates enthusiasm for books and reading with engaging author programs and K-12 book resources for children and teens.
The library’s digital periodicals collection includes free access to the New York Times online and to digital magazines.
RBdigital Magazines, the world's largest newsstand, offers full-color digital magazines for anytime, anywhere reading on desktops, mobile devices, and apps.
Your library's collection of popular digital magazines includes both new and backlist titles with no holds, no checkout periods, and no limits
Libby by OverDrive is a free library service that lets you borrow eBooks, Kindle Books, and audiobooks anytime, anywhere through a browser, smartphone, or tablet. Access eBooks on your computer straight from Enki Library, a shared open source eBook Network that allows California libraries to own and store eBooks for access by library patrons.
Hoopla is an app and website which lets you borrow eBooks, audiobooks, comics, movies, television shows, documentaries, and music via a browser, smartphone or tablet immediately with no waiting.
Library users also have access to online art video classes with Creativebug, the number one inspirational resource for DIY, crafters, and makers. Creativebug offers over 1,000 art and craft video classes alongside downloadable patterns, templates, and recipes.
If you have any questions about digital services, library cards, or other library matters, call your local branch library.
Jan Cook is a library technician for the Lake County Library.
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The agency said people can make appointments to come in and foster or adopt dogs.
The following dogs are ready for adoption or foster.
‘Buddy’
“Buddy” is a male spaniel mix with a black and white coat.
He is dog No. 3667.
‘Cha-Chi’
“Cha-Chi” is a male Chihuahua with a short gold and white coat.
He is dog No. 3661.
‘Duchess’
“Duchess” is a female Chihuahua puppy with a short tan coat.
She is dog No. 3618.
‘Fable’
“Fable” is a female husky with a smooth brown and buff coat.
She is dog No. 3044.
‘Freckles’
“Freckles” is a female Australian Cattle Dog mix with a short red and white coat.
She has been spayed.
She is dog No. 3668.
‘Lucious’
“Lucious” is a male American Staffordshire Terrier mix with a short gray and white coat.
He is dog No. 3690.
‘Phoebe’
“Phoebe” is a female American Pit Bull Terrier mix with a short black and white coat.
She is dog No. 3483.
‘Princess’
“Princess” is a female German Shepherd with a black and tan coat.
She has been spayed.
Princess is young and energetic. She previously lived around a smaller dog and has been around the office cat. She will benefit from training and attention.
She is dog No. 3669.
‘Tucker’
“Tucker” is a male American Staffordshire Terrier puppy with a short white and gray coat.
He is dog No. 3717.
‘Tyson’
“Tyson” is a male American Staffordshire Terrier with a short gray and white coat.
He has been neutered.
He is dog No. 1863.
‘Woodrow’
“Woodrow” is a male Staffordshire Bull Terrier with a black and white coat.
He is dog No. 3281.
Clearlake Animal Control’s shelter is located at 6820 Old Highway 53, off Airport Road.
Hours of operation are noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The shelter is closed Sundays, Mondays and major holidays; the shelter offers appointments on the days it’s closed to accommodate people.
Call the Clearlake Animal Control shelter at 707-273-9440, or email
Visit Clearlake Animal Control on Facebook or at the city’s website.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
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“Developed recreation sites” refers to designated recreational areas that facilitate public use.
Information on individual recreation sites and opportunities is available by calling the Mendocino National Forest at 530-934-3316 and leaving a message for prompt response.
Closures of developed recreation facilities are being put in place until at least April 30 in an attempt to avoid groups of people and promote social distancing, staying at least six feet apart.
While designated recreation sites will be closed, the general forest area including the extensive trail system will remain open and available to the public.
Hiking and walking outdoors are widely considered beneficial to maintaining one’s health. It is the intent of USDA Forest Service to maintain trail access to the extent practicable.
Please keep health, safety and the environment in mind when visiting National Forests. Your personal responsibility is critical to ensuring public safety and preventing further restrictions.
The Forest Services asks that people consider whether your personal participation in outdoor recreation at this time would pose an unnecessary risk to others as we all work together to flatten the curve and slow the spread of COVID-19.
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The safety and wellness of students, school personnel and the community are the highest priorities, the superintendents said in a Thursday afternoon statement.
This guidance was based on consultation with Lake County Health Officer Dr. Gary Pace and Lake County Superintendent of Schools Brock Falkenberg.
School facilities may remain open to staff for the purposes of performing tasks deemed essential by the school district.
Students will continue to learn from home, and meals will continue to be provided for all children under 18. Check with your local school for details.
Previously, Lake County school districts had announced that they would suspend in-person classes at least through the Lake County health officer’s shelter in place order, which was set to end on April 10.
Then Gov. Gavin Newsom called for individuals to stay at home state-wide and prohibited mass gatherings of more than 10 people indefinitely.
Following this order, and in consultation with Lake County Public Health officer, schools are preparing to conduct distance learning through May 1.
LCOE and school district leaders will meet regularly to reassess the situation and determine next steps.
Should the governor’s order end before April 30, school districts will be flexible and consider resuming classes earlier.
“Our goal is to get students back into the classroom as soon as it is safe to do so,” said Falkenberg. “We understand the challenges to our students, families and community. Dismissals have become necessary to safeguard our community’s health and to “flatten the curve” to protect our local health care system from becoming overwhelmed.”
Above all, LCOE continues to recommend that everyone practices prevention and hygiene protocols, including:
– If you are sick for any reason, stay home. Call your doctor if you are concerned and/or your symptoms worsen.
– Symptoms to watch for include a fever over 100 degrees; respiratory illness such as cough or difficulty breathing.
– Wash hands frequently for at least 20 seconds.
– Stay six feet or more away from strangers and those who are ill.
– Stop shaking hands with others to reduce the spread of germs.
– Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
– Sneeze and cough into a tissue or your sleeve; safely throw away used tissues.
School districts and the Lake County Office of Education will continue to work closely with local health officials during this health crisis.
Resources for schools and families related to COVID-19 can be found at the following websites.
Kelseyville Unified School District: www.kvusd.org
Konocti Unified School District: www.konoctiusd.org
Lake County International Charter School: www.lcics.org
Lake County Office of Education: www.lakecoe.org
Lakeport Unified School District: www.lakeport.k12.ca.us
Lucerne Elementary School District: www.lucerne.k12.ca.us
Middletown Unified School District: www.middletownusd.org
Upper Lake Unified School District: www.ulusd.org
For more information about the county response to COVID-19, visit http://health.co.lake.ca.us .