NICE, Calif. – With the incredible number of exceptional artists in Lake County the Featherbed Railroad will open up its grounds to these fabulous folks four times over the summer for “Tea, Trains & Talent.”

The first event is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 27, at Featherbed Railroad, 2870 Lakeshore Blvd., Nice.

There is no charge to come stroll through the grounds and see the artists' paintings, sculptures and other works.

There also will 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 and will set the perfect tone for an afternoon of art, music and relaxation under the trees.

Future “Tea, Trains and Talent” are set for June 24, July 29 and Aug. 26.

For more information call 707-274-8378.

Visit Featherbed Railroad online at http://www.featherbedrailroad.com/ .

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Families that benefit from Lake Family Resource Center will be a little better off thanks to a lot of people with classic cars and wooden boats as the No Name Car Club’s annual car show moves to Konocti Vista Casino on Saturday, June 2, along with the Wood & Glory boat show.

In past years more than 100 vintage automobiles from all over have been driven in to participate and expectations are higher for participation in this year’s event due to there being no entry fee for vehicles.

Among the many items that are being raffled off is a beautiful antique gas pump replica. The chance to take home this beauty always attracts a great deal of interest and it’s quite a spectacular prize for the winner with this year’s pump featuring a glass globe on top that reads, “Polly” with the image of a bird on the glass.

The annual gathering of beautifully restored wooden boats and historic vehicles, hot rods and classics is a popular event for spectators as well as vehicle and boat owners.

Open to all vehicles built before 1973, the show highlights vehicular Americana and the talents of restoration and craftsmanship of hot rodding.

On the water, the Antique and Classic Boat Society holds a showcase of wooden boats. There also will be a display of vintage speed boats this year, while music fills the air, barbecue fills the belly and the large number of raffle prizes offer an opportunity to win something special while making a donation that helps others.

Judging the car show portion includes 10 awards including best of show, best modified, best graphics, best interior, club participation, ladies choice and a number of others.

All told there will be 20 awards handed out on including 10 participant awards and 10 judged awards.

Show hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. but early arrivals can partake in the Boy Scouts' popular pancake breakfast as early at 7 a.m.

This year the show has moved to Konocti Vista Casino to provide even more parking for vintage automobiles and boats plus even more activities and food options for spectators and those showing vehicles.

“Konocti Vista has been an incredible partner,” said No Name Car President Tony Barthel. “They’ve pulled out all the stops and really allowed us to focus our attention on the car show while they handle most of the logistics.”

There are also deals at Konocti Vista’s hotel for show goers with a great rate of just $79 per night.

In addition to fabulous cars and boats there will also be beautiful pin-up models waiting to pose with spectators or vehicles as well. Pictures will be available for purchase with the funds also going to help the charity. Of course the raffle table will be loaded with great opportunities as well.

Lake Family Resource Center serves Lake County in achieving safe, sustainable, healthy families and community. Lake Family Resource Center is committed to serving the needs of all families in Lake County. Most services are provided at no-cost which is why the No Name Car Club voted to donate all the show’s proceeds to this worthy cause.

Rather than charge an entry fee for the car show, the No Name Car Club is hoping that raffle prizes and donations will help this year’s show set a record in funds collected for charity.

This is a new format where anybody with a qualifying vehicle may enter the show the day of with no entry fee. This also means a much greater variety of vehicles will be on display so spectators will win, too.

Information about the show including participant applications, maps and more can be had via the No Name Car Club Web site at http://www.thenonamecarclub.com .

CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Glory Days Flag Football League will hold a car/boat wash fundraiser on Saturday, June 2.

The fundraiser will be held at the Clearlake Youth Center, 14750 Golf Ave., beginning at 10 a.m.

Proceeds will benefit both the football league and the youth center's renovation project.

The league also is developing its youth division, and on Saturday, June 9, will hold an open invitation style tournament for the Power to the Youth event in Austin Park at 11 a.m.

Call League Director Bob Hopkins, 707-994-4720, for more information.

Visit the league's Web site at www.HTOsports.com/?GDFFL1 .

SACRAMENTO – Caltrans hosted a workshop on Wednesday for transportation stakeholders and officials to evaluate the California Interregional Blueprint, a long-term plan that will help shape decision-making for the state’s transportation system.

“The future of California’s economy and our quality of life depends on a transportation system that is safe and reliable as it moves people and goods efficiently,” said Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. “Engaging our transportation partners will result in a more unified transportation strategy that will benefit travelers throughout California for years to come.”

Partners, including the California Transportation Commission, California Air Resources Board, regional governments, and port authority officials, provided input to the plan, which will link regional, statewide and land use goals into a cohesive vision for the future.

Participants also reviewed the California Transportation Commission’s Statewide Transportation Needs Assessment report to discuss a 10-year approach to planning, building and financing projects.

Ideally, California will continue to work toward an integrated, multimodal, interregional transportation system over the next decade.

For more information about the California Interregional Blueprint, visit www.dot.ca.gov/hq/tpp/californiainterregionalblueprint/about_cib.html .

LOWER LAKE, Calif. – The Harbor on Main, a youth resource center in Lower Lake, is seeking donations.

Currently the center is seeking the donation of hygiene products.

The center is run by Redwood Children's Services and serves youth ages 15 to 24.

The Harbor on Main is located at 16170 Main St., Suite F, in Lower Lake, telephone 707-994-5486, http://www.rcs4kids.org/rcs/node/15 .

LAKEPORT, Calif. – A pancake breakfast fundraiser for Big Valley Rancheria's 11th annual Tule Boat Festival will be held on Thursday, May 24.

Konocti Vista Casino's restaurant will host the fundraiser from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The cost is $5.

Have your choice of fresh toppings such as strawberries or bananas, and whipped cream, and free coffee.

Konocti Vista Casino is located at 2755 Rancheria Road, Lakeport.