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Soaring Ranch is partnering with the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe to find loving homes for every pet in the shelter. Adoption fees will be covered by Soaring Ranch starting Thursday, August 25 at 1:00 p.m. and going through Saturday, August 27 at 6:00 p.m. All potential adopters need to complete an application first.

In addition to no adoption fees, pets will go home with a schwag bag provided by Wild & Ruff and a bed donated by generous supporters.

See adoptable pets and get more information here: https://hstt.org/adopt/

TAHOE CITY, Calif. - To provide opportunities for underserved community members of all ages to connect with nature, the Tahoe Fund has partnered with the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) to bring a new pilot program to life. Aligned with the State of California’s Outdoor Access for All initiative, the Tahoe’s Nature for All program will provide immersive experiences to hundreds of people who do not currently have access to the outdoors.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe is holding its 5th annual Tahoe Brewfest to the heart of South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, August 27 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Ski Run Boulevard will be closed for the event as people celebrate the mountain culture, beer, and community along the roadway.

Ticket holders will delight in endless beer samples from some of the top breweries in the region, including:

- 2 Towns Ciderhouse
- Alibi Ale Works
- Anderson Valley Brewing Company
- Ballast Point Brewing Company
- Burning Barrel Brewing Company
- Cold Water Brewing

oin us for a virtual Eyes on the Lake training! This free training is open to the public, all ages welcome.

Learn how to identify Tahoe’s various native and invasive aquatic plants, and how to report observations that allow the League and our partners to control new populations of aquatic invaders before they do lasting damage to Lake Tahoe.

Tahoe Boat Inspections will be co-hosting the training. They will help attendees identify and understand the impacts of aquatic invasive mussels. They will also provide training to become a certified Tahoe Keeper.

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The South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge is hosting the 18th annual Kid’s Fishing Day on Saturday, September 24, at Tahoe Paradise’s Lake Baron. The event is free for all children under the age of 16. Registration begins at 8 am at Lake Baron, near the main entrance. Hot dogs, chips, sodas, and water are provided free to all registered children. The event wraps up at 2 p.m.

Parking is free for the event.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Shops at Heavenly Village has partnered with the South Tahoe Chamber to provide the largest free trick or treat event for kids on the South Shore complete with a $1000 costume contest on Halloween, October 31, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

“It is vital to have a safe trick or treat for kids in our community," said Gary Casteel - CEO Trans Sierra Investments, The Shops at Heavenly Village. "I am very proud of all the shops and organizations who volunteered and agreed to pass out candy for the kids. It is truly going to be an incredible event.”

Join the South Tahoe High School volleyball team at a fundraiser Wednesday, August 17 at AleWorx in South Lake Tahoe. From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., join the team and supporters at Lake Tahoe AleWorx, located in the Crossing at Tahoe Valley, 2050 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

All profit from the evening will go directly to the Viking Volleyball Team.

The community animal response team that has helped countless pets to be reunited with their owners is holding a fundraiser to help support their efforts.

Tahoe Paws and TLC 4 Furry Friends are holding a fundraiser at Casey's on Thursday, August 18 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be a silent auction, raffles, food, drinks, swag, and music from Ditch Weed Harvest.

Stroll through the Heavenly Village for a FREE & SAFE trick or treat for kids on Halloween, October 31 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Heavenly Village businesses and local organizations will be handing out loads of candy for the kids, plus bounce houses, slides, and a $1000 costume contest on the main stage.

For the moms - Dress to Impress on the Witches Walk from store to store.

Live music from Ted Kennedy and the Residents

Chabad at Lake Tahoe will host an outdoor, grand opening celebration on Sunday, August 21st at 5:30p.m at their new center at 255 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV.

In its 9 years of service to the Lake Tahoe Jewish community, Chabad has a proven track record of commitment, kindness, connection and Jewish awareness to the community.

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The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority is inviting local non-profit organizations to apply for $125,000 in funding as a result of one of the most successful American Century Championship tournaments in its 33-year history. The deadline is Friday, Sept. 9, at 5 p.m. (PT) with the application available at: https://ltva.org/american-century-championship-donation-request-application/.

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DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nevada –The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has announced that the Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST) is expanding from two days a week to four days a week.

MOST is a mental health assistance program in Douglas County designed to contact citizens with mental health issues and attempt to get them connected with mental health services in the community. They provide services to all Douglas County residents and visitors who experience mental illness, substance abuse disorders, or suicidal crises.

“It was a great pleasure to be able to assist in feeding those in need in our community,” shared Charvel Garibaldi, a human resources generalist at Bally’s Lake Tahoe Resort. “We greatly appreciate this opportunity and look forward to sponsoring more Bread & Broth Adopt A Day of Nourishments in the future.”

Joining Charvel on Monday, August 1 were fellow Bally’s crew members Mindy Bobadilla, HR representative; Martha Cortes, games dealer; and Michael Porter-Melton, security supervisor.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Live Violence Free (LVF) needs new board members to join its LVF Leadership Team and help them expand services and reach within the community. LVF has been a pillar within our community for 45 years, making an incredible impact through its programs and as an advocate for positive community change. Live Violence Free has a long history of meeting the needs of our community while remaining responsive and adaptive to emergent needs and challenges.

When you make a $20.00 donation to the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe's E-Bike Giveaway you will be entered to win a Specialized Turbo Como Electric Bike 4.0.

The contest runs between Thursday, August 4, and Sunday, August 14 at 8 pm PST.

All donations received during this time will go to the care for the community's homeless pets.

To donate and enter, and see all contest rules, visit https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E333754&id=114

The more you donate, the more bonus entries you'll earn for the small size, charcoal, black, and chrome e-bike.

TRUCKEE, Calif. - Clean Up The Lake’s mission to fight against plastic and all forms of pollution has caught the attention of local businesses and foundations; Martis Fund, Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation, Truckee Tahoe Lumber Company, and the Parasol Community Foundation who have become major partners on the Donner Lake Monitoring Project. The Town of Truckee has just joined this group as the final partner for this year’s efforts led by Clean Up The Lake on Donner Lake.

In 2011, Bread & Broth implemented its Monday Meal “Adopt A Day of Nourishment” (AAD) program. Over the past 12 years, many local individuals, families, organizations, and businesses have taken the opportunity to financially support a Monday dinner and send AAD crew volunteers to help the B&B volunteers with the meal’s setup, serving, and cleanup. It is a wonderful opportunity to participate in feeding those in need and seeing the impact of the nutritious, full-course meals provided to the Monday Meal dinner guests.

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is holding a Garden Party fundraiser on Sunday, August 28 from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. See the works of local artists and listen to beautiful music as you support scholarships and educational grants, all at a beautiful lakefront home.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. Author Lori Howell Thompson, known for her book Living in Harmony with the Wildlife in Lake Tahoe, is hosting a fundraiser for the Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, a golf tournament on August 20, 2022.

Participants will enjoy a tournament and reception starting at 11:30 a.m. with a putting contest, moving into a scramble with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. and an outdoor buffet reception at 5:30 p.m.

Group of four: $800
Individual: $225
Includes:
• Green fees for 18 holes
• Cart fees - 2 players per cart
• Practice range balls

Location:
Meyers recreation trails, South Lake Tahoe

What we’re doing:
In this hands-on restoration event, we will restoring recreational trails impacted by the Caldor Fire. This allows for safer enjoyment of Lake Tahoe’s outdoors, and prevents damage to wildlife habitat caused by people blazing their own paths. The more that we are inspired by the Lake Tahoe Basin, the more that we want to care for it. Space is limited, RSVP here today.

What to bring:

Location

The South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club is holding the 18th annual Day in Paradise on Saturday, August 6 from noon to 7 p.m. at Tahoe Paradise Park.

Admission is free and there will be free kids' games, a car show, food trucks, live music, a beer garden, a silent auction, and the famous Duck Races.

Purchase duck race tickets at the event - one for $5, or a "six quack" for $20. First place is $300, second $200, and third $100. Businesses can get a business duck for a $100 donation.

For more information, call 775.589.6500.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe has moved its 5th annual Tahoe Brewfest to the heart of South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, August 27 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Ski Run Boulevard will be closed for the event as people celebrate the mountain culture, beer, and community.

Due to contract and permitting challenges the venue moved to Ski Run which offers easy access for walking or biking to the event from anywhere in town, and with over 30 beers to sample, you won’t want to be driving.

The next meeting of the South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District (SLTTID) will be held on Thursday, July 28 at 1 p.m. in the Forest Suites Resort Sierra Meeting Room.

The agenda for the in-person board of directors meeting:

Call to Order
Roll Call
Introduction of Guests and Staff
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items, 5-Minute Limit)

AGENDA

Discussion/Possible Action

Treasurer’s Report

Nomination of Officers of the Board (to expire 12/2023)
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Treasurer
Secretary