The L.C. Diamonds will perform at the Soper-Reese Community Theatre's New Year's Eve Party on Saturday, December 31, 2011. Courtesy photo.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Celebrate the New Year in style on Saturday, Dec. 31, beginning at 8 p.m. at the Soper-Reese Community Theatre.

Dance to the classic rock music of the ever popular L.C. Diamonds. Enjoy savory appetizers and refreshing beverages, including a glass of complimentary champagne.

Reservation at a table of six is $50/seat or $400 for the full table. A table for two can be reserved for $120. General seating in the loge is $40 per seat.

Reservations can be made online at www.SoperReeseTheatre.com or at the theater box office, 275 S. Main St., Lakeport, or call 707-263-0577. The box office is open on Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and on the day of the show for two hours before show time.

Look for updates on upcoming events at www.soperreesetheatre.com.

The Soper-Reese Community Theatre is a restored, historic, performing arts venue established in 1949 and seating 300 patrons.

Run by an all-volunteer organization, the theater operates under the guidance of the nonprofit Lake County Arts Council.

The Soper-Reese brings dance, music, plays and poetry to all members of the Lake County community and to visiting tourists.

The dinner was delicious, thanks to Robert Clifton, director, and chefs Edith and Robert Clifton and staff.

Assisting with the serving and clean up were Gretchen Ferguson, 4-H leader, and her group of boys and girls. They did an outstanding job.

The group's guest speaker was Anita Crabtree of the Lake County Genealogical Society. Crabtree told them the fascinating story of the connection of Lake County and Daytona Beach, Florida; the life story of Helen Wilmans Baker Post and how it all came together.

Randy Ridgel displayed the beautiful queen-size quilt, “Churn Dash,” donated to the Historical Society by Daisy Gawellek for the fundraiser. The group offered many thanks to Gawallek.

New officers for 2012-13 include Catherine Quistgard, first vice-president; Dr. John Parker, second vice-president; and Kevin Engle, reelected District 1 director.

Remaining on the Board are Phil Smoley, president; Florence Peck, treasurer; Bonnie Skee, secretary; Jackie Ridgel, corresponding secretary; Patricia Wilson, District 3 director; Vi Smoley, District 4 director; Florence Chalk, District 5 director; and Ruby Glebe, director at-large.

The group thanked everyone who helped with the event and to all who attended to make it a wonderful day.

This delightful film is perfect for holiday cheer on Tuesday, Dec. 13, at the Soper-Reese Community Theatre in Lakeport, with a $5 suggested donation.

The doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the film starting at 6 p.m.

This famous movie brings Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire to the screen as a popular nightclub song-and-dance team.

After his heart is broken by his girlfriend, Crosby retires from the tensions of big city showbiz. He purchases a rustic New England farm and converts it to an inn, which he opens to the public (floor show and all) only on holidays.

The film is filled with memorable songs; including the Oscar-winning “White Christmas” as well as Fred Astaire's best moment in his Fourth of July firecracker dance.

This special Lake County showing is part of a new Classic Movie Series recently debuted at the theater that runs on the second Tuesday of every month through June of 2012.

Check the theater's Web site, www.soperreesetheatre.com, or call 707-263-0577 to see what other classics are coming up.

The Soper-Reese Community Theatre is a restored, historic, performing arts venue established in 1949 and seating 300 patrons.

Run by an all-volunteer organization, the theatre operates under the guidance of the nonprofit Lake County Arts Council.

The Soper-Reese brings dance, music, plays and poetry to all members of the Lake County community and to visiting tourists.

Bonapartes Gulls have been seen on Clear Lake in Lake County, Calif. Photo by Brad Barnwell.

KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The Redbud Audubon Society will present its annual bird identification program on Thursday, Dec. 15, at the Kelseyville Presbyterian Church Social hall, 5340 Third St. in Kelseyville.

The evening will start with refreshments at 7 p.m. and the meeting at 7:15 p.m.

The program is in preparation for the annual Clear Lake Christmas Bird Count, which takes place on Saturday, Dec. 17.

The bird identification program is a great way to learn about the common and not-so-common birds of Lake County, especially if you are planning to participate in the bird count. Even if you are not, however, learning about common birds is very fun and gratifying.

Brad Barnwell will give a power point presentation featuring amazing photographs of many of Lake County’s birds.

The program emphasizes the field characteristics of birds likely to be seen during the count.

The meeting is open to the public, including people who do not wish to participate in the bird count.

For more information about Redbud Audubon, go to www.redbudaudubon.org.

The cost of rabies vaccination is $6 per animal.

DHPP vaccinations and licensing for dogs will also be available.

For more information regarding the low cost rabies vaccination clinic, call 994-8201, Extension 115.

Along with the tea, they will have a make and take project and the girls will do a fashion show for the mothers.

Please RSVP for food and make and take project purposes. The cost of the event is $35 per couple.

Fruit of Her Hands is located at 14420 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake.

For more information contact Elizabeth Kelly, 707-350-5683.