Hours will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Households can bring up to 15 gallons of toxic items free of charge.

Fees will be charged for amounts over 15 gallons. Items that are accepted include paint, solvents, fuels, five-gallon propane tanks, pool chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, batteries, fluorescent light tubes (up to 60 linear foot), and other toxic materials that cannot be put in the trash.

Items that cannot be accepted include televisions, computer monitors, ammunition, explosives, radioactive materials or infectious wastes.

To learn how and where to properly dispose these items, please visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us or contact the Recycling Hotline at 707-263-1980.

HazMobile services are provided to residential households by the Integrated Waste Management Division of the Lake County Public Services Department and the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, (CalRecycle).

Businesses also are welcome to use this convenient service to properly dispose of hazardous waste and protect our environment, however, businesses must pay for this taxpayer-funded service and first make an appointment.

Business appointments can be made by calling the Mendocino County Solid Waste Authority, the contracted agency that provides this service in Lake County at 707-468-9786.

Free recycling options for residents and businesses:

– Recycled paint is available to both residents and businesses at Lake County Waste Solutions on first-come, first-served basis in five gallon containers. Colors include tan, brown, gray and pink.

– Used cooking oil can be dropped-off by businesses and residents, which will be recycled into BioDiesel by Yokayo BioFuels. Drop-off at Lake County Waste Solutions, South Lake Refuse & Recycling Center, and the North Shore Fire Protection District station at 6257 Seventh Ave. in Lucerne.

– Used motor oil can be dropped-off by residents for recycling year round at a number of sites in the county. Visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us for locations.

– Electronics (E-Waste) can be dropped-off at Lake County Waste Solutions, South Lake Refuse & Recycling Center, and monthly at the Goodwill E-Waste collection held in Lakeport.

The hide ride is an exciting event for both the gymkhana on Sunday, June 19, and the Ranch Rodeo on Saturday, June 18, 2011. The 50th anniversary celebration of Middletown Days on June 18 and 19 features bronc riding and a music jam in addition to the usual parade, barbecue, dance, rodeo and gymkhana. Courtesy photo.

MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The 50th annual Middletown Days celebration on June 18 and 19 includes some new events in addition to the traditional parade, barbecue, dance and gymkhana.

The Ranch Rodeo after the parade on Saturday, June 18, includes bronc riding and steer riding in addition to events for kids. Sunday's events include a Mountain Jam music festival in addition to the gymkhana.

The parade starts at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Middletown, and spectators should get to town by 9:30 a.m. to avoid getting caught in the detour traffic. Parking is available on all streets east of Highway 29.

Parade entry forms are available by calling Martha Webster at 707-987-0470 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

After the parade the fun moves to the park for a tri-tip and chicken barbecue with all the trimmings.

The rodeo starts at 1 p.m., with mutton bustin' and dummy roping for the little cowpokes, and real rodeo events for the big guys.

Vendors selling crafts, clothing, food, and more will be in the park all day, along with a jumpy house for the kids and a karaoke contest.

Dance under the stars to the original Silver Creek Band beginning at 9 p.m. at the park. Cost is $25 per couple, $15 for singles, and $10 for ages 12-17, and free under 12.

Sunday's events include the Father's Day Breakfast cooked up by the Middletown Lioness Club from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by a Mountain Jam music festival in the park with several bands participating.

The gymkhana starts at 11 a.m. (signups at 10 a.m.) with lots of great prizes. Cost is $30 for five events. Contact Johanna Snell for information on the rodeo or gymkhana at 707-355-1276.

The 50th anniversary of Middletown Days is fun for the whole family. Proceeds help maintain the park and arena open year round to the community.

The winning creation will encourage bathroom patrons to take special care of their new facility.

“This is not the city’s bathroom, it’s your bathroom,” said Lyons. “Your tax dollars were spent to make the facility clean, light and pleasant. I hope you are as proud of it as I am and will treat it like it’s your own investment, which it is.”

Contest entries are due by June 30 (the mayor’s birthday) and can be submitted to the Lakeport Main Street Association (LMSA) by mail at P.O. Box 1032, Lakeport 95453; in person at the LMSA desk in the lobby of City Hall or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Two winners will be selected – one for a message directed at English speakers and another that speaks to the Hispanic community.

Clever, creative and even humorous entries are particularly encouraged.

Donations can be dropped off in the parking lot at Lake One Stop, 55 First St., Lakeport.

They accept small, portable appliances in working order; books; cassette tapes; cell phones; CD and DVD players; CDs, DVDs and videos (commercial); clothing; computer parts; small, desk-size copiers; computers; electronics; fax machines; furniture; housewares; household items; ink cartridges; jewelry/accessories; linens; monitors; printers; purses/bags/luggage; records; area rugs; scanners; televisions; shoes; stereos; unopened toiletries; toys.

Due to legal requirements or other factors they cannot accept the following: air conditioners; alcoholic beverages; ammunition/explosives; animals; baby items – strollers, furniture and toys; bathroom fixtures; blinds (unless in original boxes); exercise equipment; furniture with stains, tears or holes; hazardous materials (paint, chemicals, poison, etc.); large appliances (refrigerators, stoves/ovens, etc.); large office equipment (copiers, fax machines, etc.); mattresses/box springs; newspapers/magazines; swing sets; tires/wheels; wall to wall carpets and padding; water beds; and windows/doors.

All donations help provide job training for people with disabilities or other barriers to employment

For more information call Jeff Lambdin at 707-462-9660.

Included are Mendocino County projects that may impact Lake County commuters.

LAKE COUNTY

Highway 20

– Caltrans will perform routine maintenance from Sayre Avenue to 0.3 mile east of Lakeshore Drive. Work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays.

– Slide repairs west of Gravel Plant Road will continue. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays. Contractor – Figas Construction of Eureka.

Highway 29

– Metal beam guardrail repair at 0.2 mile north of Bar X Ranch will continue on Monday, June 6. Work hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays. Contractor – Stewart Dirt and Aggregate of Fairfield.

– Metal beam guardrail repair at various locations from Eleventh Street to the Hill Road Undercrossing will continue. Work hours are 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. In two-lane sections, one-way traffic control will be in effect and motorists should anticipate five-minute delays. In four-lane sections, traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction of travel and motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns. Contractor – Stewart Dirt and Aggregate of Fairfield.

Highway 53

– Highway widening from 0.5 mile south to 0.5 mile north of Olympic Drive will begin on Monday, June 6. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays. Contractor – Sierra Equipment Rental of Glenn.

MENDOCINO COUNTY

Highway 1

– Storm damage repairs near the Union Landing Viaduct will continue. Work hours are 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays. Contractor – Valentine Corporation of San Rafael.

– A maintenance project on the South Fork Eel River Bridge will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists should anticipate 5-minute delays. Contractor – NY Blastco of Gardenia.

Highway 20

– Highway widening from 2.3 to 3.3 miles east of Gravel Pit Road will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Contractor – Team Ghilotti Inc. of Petaluma.

Highway 101

– A pavement repair project from the Robinson Creek Bridge to Uva Drive will continue. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction of travel 24 hours per day from 8 p.m. Sunday through 3 p.m. Friday. Motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns. Northbound ramps at Calpella (Exit 555A) and Route 20 (Exit 555B) as well as southbound ramps at Route 20 (Exit 555B) will be intermittently closed. Motorists will be advised to use an alternate route and may experience minor delays. Contractor – Granite Construction Inc. of Ukiah.

– Repair of a slipout from Reeves Canyon Road to Ridgewood Ranch Road will continue. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction of travel 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns. Contractor – Granite Construction Inc. of Ukiah.

– The city of Willits has been granted a Caltrans Encroachment Permit for utility work at Shell Road/Baechtel Road on Tuesday, June 7. Work hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Northbound traffic will be restricted to one lane. Motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns.

– Painting at the Arnold Bridge Overhead will continue. Work hours are 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., weekdays. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction of travel. Motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns. Contractor – Certified Coatings Company of Fairfield.

– Culvert repairs 0.7 mile north of Sherwood Road to 0.5 south of Old Sherwood Road will continue. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction of travel. Motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns. Contractor – Granite Construction Inc. of Ukiah.

Highway 128

– Culvert repairs from 1.2 to 1.0 miles west of Big Oaks Drive will continue. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate 5-minute delays. Contractor – Team Ghilotti of Petaluma.

Highway 222

– Replacement of the Russian River Bridge will continue. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists should anticipate 15-minute delays during work hours and five-minute delays at other times. Contractor – CC Myers of Rancho Cordova.

Work on all these projects is weather permitting and subject to change. Caltrans advises motorists to drive with caution when approaching work areas and to be prepared to stop at traffic control stations.

The Caltrans Traffic Operations Office has reviewed each project and determined that individual project delays are expected to be less than the statewide policy maximum of 30 minutes, unless noted otherwise above.

For information pertaining to emergency roadwork or for updates to scheduled roadwork, please contact the California Highway Information Network (CHIN) at 1-800-GAS-ROAD (1-800-427-7623).

Market organizers are looking at another fun-filled season of good food, good music and an inspiring display of local arts, crafts and talent.

Join them from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Redbud Park in Clearlake.

This week's featured musicians are the Lower Lake Jazz Band and the music of Melody Leigh.