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Lakeport, CA…Lake Works and Thrive Lake County are looking for Lake County Makers of Crafts and Useful Product to submit an application for their creations to be sold at a “Lake Made” retail shop opening in Lakeport this fall.

“We’re looking for quality products of interest to both Lake County residents and visitors alike.” says Cheri Holden, creator of LakeWorks. “There are many fine crafters, artists, and home product makers in our county who could benefit from exposure in our retail space. Makers will be paid a commission on sales. This commission goes up in their favor the more help they provide in supporting the retail space. We’re especially looking right now for an entrepreneur/maker willing to share the risk by performing the Shop Manager role in our project.

Carol Cole-Lewis, Thrive Lake County coordinator explained Thrive Lake County’s role in this project. “We’re coordinating what may be a five-county effort to create a “North Bay Made” brand. This would give even more exposure to a broader market for Lake County crafters to sell their wares. The “Lake Made” retail space in Lakeport is the first step in the process.

Cole-Lewis continued, “The space will be somewhat modeled on the Share Exchange Buy Local retail space in Santa Rosa, CA. The Share Exchange has generously offered documentation and planning which will shorten our time for creating the Lake Made retail space dramatically.”

Makers interested in having their products evaluated are asked to email their contact information, a picture of their wares and a product description to Holden at cheri@watershedbookco.com.
Both LakeWorks and Thrive Lake County are located at 307 N. Main Street in Lakeport next to Watershed Books. The Thrive Lake County office is open M-F from 10am to 1pm. Thrive Lake County can be found on the internet at http://thrivelakecounty.org .

Watershed Books will celebrate the local author, Shay R. Jensen’s first book, “Raising Kick-ass Girls, A Father’s Journey” on Friday, June 7th from 3 – 5pm. “…mainly a manual written from a father’s perspective. As a guidebook, it covers 19 areas from infancy through the teen years.

A fine way to begin celebrating Father’s Day, join us for good conversation and refreshments. 305 N.Main St., Lakeport, CA, and feel free to call 707.263.5787 for more information.

Watershed Book folks are so pleased to celebrate local author, Joseph Herren’s book
GROWING UP IN THE LAND OF TATTOOED MEN, ANOTHER VIETNAM WAR STORY.
Joe will discuss those things that made him decide to tell his story, talk about his publishing process and read from his story. Good conversations and good refreshments. Feel free to contact Cheri at Watershed Books for more information…707.263.5787, cheri@watershedbookco.com. We are located at 305 North Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453

Please join us at Watershed Books, 305 N. Main St., Lakeport, CA, as we celebrate the publication of Nature’s Patchwork Quilt; Understanding Habitats. Beautifully written by Mary Miche’ and wonderfully illustrated by Consie Powell, this book’s goal is to create an opportunity for children to be at home with nature and to fall in love with her. How better to celebrate that feeling of “homeness” than through the art of the quilt. Author Mary will discuss her discuss her creative process and read “especially for kids” Refreshments will be served too. Feel free to call Cheri at 707.263.5787 for more information.

307 N. Main St in Lakeport CA [next door to Watershed Books] now offers short-term or part time retail and office spaces for rent. Areas are approximately 200 to 250 square feet with fax, copier, signage, furnishings, displays, storage, and kitchenette included. It is a beautifully renovated space in downtown Lakeport. During the holiday season retail spaces are available 6 weeks for the price of 4 weeks. Please feel free to inquire and visit the space…Cheri at Watershed Books, 305 N. Main St., Lakeport, CA 95453; 707.263.5787; cheri@watershedbookco.com

Steve Bartholomew will join Watershed Books as we celebrate the publication of his latest novel,
THE WOODCUTTER (A TALE OF WOVOKA). We will excerpts from his novel, share in discussion of the creative writing and publishing process and enjoy refreshments. All Bartholomew’s novels will be available for signing and purchase. Feel free to call 707.263.5787 for more information. Watershed Books is located at 305 N. Main St. in Lakeport, CA.

Watershed Books is celebrating the holiday season. a season of shared hope and good wishes.
On Saturday, November 26th, lots of good things happening on Main Street in Lakeport California.
Watershed Books is celebrating
first …the publication of Steve Bartholemew’s latest novella, “Ariella”.
and the release party for Lindy Day’s new cd “Cordoba”.
We’ll have refreshments too.
Finally, Saturday is a no tax day at Watershed Books
… plus other special sales.
JOIN US…and Thank You for a wonderful year.

Hurrah! Hurrah! The Premier Gala of the  We Love Tules 4 Minute Films Festival  will take place on Wednesday, June 15th at the Lakeport Yacht Club in Lakeport, California.

Wine and socializing begin at 6:30pm.

At 7:00pm,  Kevin Village Stone, modern native flautist, keyboardist, bassist and composer, and Lindy Danton, classical guitarist will open the official festivities and film debuts.

Bill Groody has graciously agreed to share his films with historical footage of amazing Lake County.  Look for other surprise announcements  to be included in our celebration!

Reservations are required.  cheri@watershedbookco.com or 707.263.5787.

Our film festival could not happen without the generous support of

Lakeport Main Street Association and Sierra Club Lake Group.

Please support their efforts.

remember … due date is March 25 through March 30 at Watershed Bookstore, 305 North Main Street, Lakeport. More info. at cheri@watershedbookco.com or 707.263.5787.

In the 2009/10 fiscal year this program served 42,497 adults & 46,983 children. It’s an important program. Reading is at the top of the to do list for our country. Support this project.