UPPER LAKE, Calif. – Lake County Wine Studio is hosting a book signing with local author Gene Paleno on Saturday, April 23, to celebrate the release of his self-published book, “Lake County History: A Mystical Adventure in Time.”

The signing event will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at the studio, 9505 Main St., Upper Lake.

Paleno's nonfiction book contains true stories of Lake County and its people that span the centuries, from millions of years ago when Mount Konocti and Clear Lake were formed to the present day. 

The book is a large format – 8.5 by 11 inches – with more than 400 pages of easy-to-read type and 120 photographs.
 
A master storyteller, Paleno will give a 20-minute talk on “The Lady Hermit of Upper Lake (1800s).”

Wine tasting during the signing will feature the studio's newest releases of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon from Dancing Crow Vineyards.

Refreshments will be served and wine will be available for sale by the taste or by the glass.
 
Artwork on display for the month of April is by Sunny Franson.
 
Lake County Wine Studio is a gallery for display of arts and a tasting room, wine bar and retail shop for the fine wines of Lake County. 

Artists' shows are held on a monthly basis with art and wine receptions held the first Friday and subsequent Saturday of each month.