LAKE COUNTY -- The Lake County Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 13th annual Stars of Lake County community awards program, 5 p.m. April 10 in the large concert room at Robinson Rancheria Resort and Casino.

According to CEO Melissa Fulton, there will be a special "Stars entrance" directly into the concert room from the north parking lot.

"Due to Stars,' we have been able to acknowledge more than 1,300 individuals, organizations and businesses throughout the county," Fulton said. "That recognition has been made possible by the nominations that have come from the communities of Lake County: recognition from people taking time to write a nomination letter informing us of someone (person, business or organization) that gives to our communities without regard for recognition, but because they want to make life better in Lake County."

Fulton added that Greg Bennett and Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa were integral components to the presentation of Stars since its inception 12 years ago, providing the chamber with a more-than supportive venue.

"We have been able to help the many hundreds of nominees experience their well-deserved Star' status through the assistance afforded us by Greg and Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa."

This year the categories are Man of the Year, Woman of the Year, Large Business (20 or more employees), Small Business (less than 20 employees), Youth Advocate Professional (paid), Youth Advocate Volunteer, Student of the Year, Male;