LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Despite the rainy, cold weather on Friday, forecasters are predicting better conditions for the busy schedule of events planned around the county during Memorial Day weekend.
The National Weather Service's forecast for the weekend includes sunny conditions and light wind both on Saturday and Sunday, with the temperature in the 70s.
Memorial Day itself is expected to be sunny and near 78 degrees with no winds forecast, the National Weather Service reported.
On Saturday, Lakeport's Memorial Day festivities will take place.
The Lakeport Kiwanis will sponsor a 4-H pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Natural High School on North Main Street at Eighth Street in Lakeport. That also is the location for the two-day Kiwanis Craft Fair.
Saturday's highlight in Lakeport will be an 11 a.m. parade through downtown.
This year's parade theme is “Hello Summer!” Each year this parade salutes the members of the Armed Forces, retired and active.
The parade route travels from the Fairgrounds on Martin, entering Main at Martin Street and travels north to Clear Lake Avenue.
On Sunday, the Lower Lake Community Action Group and the Lakeshore Lions will present the Lower Lake Daze Parade at 11 a.m., with activities in the park behind the firehouse until 3 p.m.
Lower Lake's events will include an old-time barbecue with ribs and chicken, live music, craft vendors, children’s entertainment, parade awards and raffles. Proceeds benefit community projects and the Scholarship Fund for graduating students from the Lower Lake high schools.
Also on Sunday, the second annual Frank Toney and Jody Eyerly Memorial Poker Run and Barbecue will take place in Clearlake Oaks.
The event will begin at 9 a.m. at 10551 E. Highway 20, with a tree planting and memorial stand. Kickstands will go up at 11 a.m. across the highway from the Blue Fish Cove.
The ride's final destination will be the Clearlake Oaks Fire Station for the barbecue. The price is $20 solo or $30 for two and up. For the barbecue only the cost is $6.
Vehicles of all kinds are allowed to participate in the run. The route and designated stops around the lake will be announced at departure by the road captain. For more information call Keith Leffler, 707-350-0383.
After a fun-filled morning and afternoon, it’s time to motor north to the Featherbed Railroad B&B in Nice for “Tea, Trains & Talent” from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
There is no charge to come stroll through the grounds and see local artists' paintings, sculptures and other works. There will also be live music on hand to set the mood.
Those who wish to can RSVP for an afternoon tea featuring sweet and savory treats and teas to perfectly match these scrumptious treats. The price for the tea is just $12 inclusive. Call 707-274-8378.
On Sunday evening, Lake County Live! will put on its fifth performance at the Soper-Reese Community at 275 S. Main St. from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Tickets to the variety show cost $5.
The show is simultaneously broadcast on KPFZ 88.1 FM as well as streamed over the web. Join the live performance which showcases local musicians, singers, poets, actors and good humor.
Organizers request seating by 5:45 p.m. for a 6 p.m. start time.
Visit www.lakecountylive.com for more information.