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Wag, Waddle and Walk event tonight

Dogs on the Run, a South Lake Tahoe non-profit, is hosting their monthly Wag, Waddle and Walk event on Monday, July 20 at 5:30 p.m.

The monthly dog walking activity brings together dog owners for a little exercise, optional competition and socializing. The on-leash walk starts at Al Tahoe Post Office parking lot and finishes at Sierra Pizza on Al Tahoe Blvd.

This family friendly event is for non-aggressive canines and people. Dogs must be on-leash and up-to-date on their vaccinations.

5:30 Meet at Al Tahoe Post Office Parking Lot
Sign waiver

Base Camp III moves to Hard Rock Lake Tahoe July 25

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July 25, 2015 - 11:00am

Zeds Dead and Kill the Noise will be headlining Bass Camp Festival III at the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe on July 25.

As part of the resort's BaseJam Summer 2015 Outdoor Concert Series these two bands join over 30 other artists in a day long festival on Saturday July 25. The day of entertainment gets underway at 11 a.m.

Live at Lakeview returns to the beach with Fish out of Water

Event Date: 
July 16, 2015 - 4:30pm

This Thursday, Fish Out of Water make their Live at Lakeview debut and aim to command the senses, move the masses, and leave you contemplating love, life, and everything in between.

“It’s as if Led Zeppelin, Bootsie Collins, Bob Marley, and Ice Berg Slim were wrapped up into one bad-ass persona.” Griffith Jackson - Sacramento News & Review
San Diego’s premier rock, funk, reggae and hip-hop specialists, Fish Out of Water, will take the stage from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. with local reggae band, Taking Root opening up the show at 4:30 p.m.

Live at Lakeview moved tonight due to anticipated thunderstorms

Due to a forecasted 80% chance of thunderstorms today, Live at Lakeview will be held inside Tep’s Villa Roma’s banquet room from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. World’s Finest, a 5-piece Americana band with a ska twist will perform for Live at Lakeview’s
3rd week in the series with MerryGold opening the show at 7:00 p.m. Admission for this 21+ show will be $5, which will go to the entertainment.

Classical Guitarist Ana Vidović at the 2015 Summerfest

Event Date: 
August 7, 2015 (All day)

Classical music scores from the hit PBS TV-series “Downton Abbey,” Hollywood classics “Sense and Sensibility,” and the Hitchcock masterpiece “Psycho” along with flamenco and dance-inspired symphonies will highlight the second weekend of Lake Tahoe SummerFest. Ana Vidović, premier classical guitarist of her generation, along with Jeremy McCoy, a critically acclaimed double bass player with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, are the guest artists Aug. 7-9.

4th of July sobriety check point on South Shore

There will be a State of Nevada Law Enforcement DUI check point in the Douglas County portion of South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, July 4.

There is a large increase in both vehicular and pedestrian traffic along the area's roads due to the fireworks display and holiday parties. The increase in law enforcement presence at Lake Tahoe will help deter motorists and pedestrians from entering the roadways while impaired.

Kids get paid for checking in their devices at Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel

Since South Lake Tahoe is the perfect place to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, a local hotel is adding an incentive for guests under the ago of 17 to get out and explore.

New Orleans Spirit to kick off holiday weekend at Live at Lakeview

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July 2, 2015 - 4:30pm

Tubaluba, an 8-piece brass band from Seattle will bring the funk to Live at Lakeview, jump starting the holiday weekend a little early.

Tubaluba will headline the July 2 show with funky brass beats from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., after Patrick Walsh warms the crowd up with an incredible solo performance at 4:30 p.m.

Top 13 Reasons South Lake Tahoe is the Place to be this Summer

1. It is SO much cooler than the valley. With nights in the 40s and days in the 70s and 80s, it’s the perfect spot to cool off!

2. Yes, our beautiful lake is a little lower, but with a depth of 1,644’, a loss of one foot over the next 4 months really isn’t that much. There is still lots of water left to play in!

3. This is a great time to explore the other water sport options since it may not be perfect for motorboats and jet skis. Plenty of places to rent kayaks and stand-up paddle boards.

History Sunday: The Pony Express Rides Again

Even though it lasted just 19 months, the Pony Express played an important role in the western expansion of the United States. The Pony Express was the most direct and practical means of east-west communications prior to the telegraph.

With the threat of the Civil War there was a need for faster communication with the growing number of people living in the West. Three men understood this need (William H. Russell, William B. Waddell, and Alexander Majors) and created the Pony Express.

Local families present inaugural Rock Tahoe Half Marathon

The inaugural Rock Tahoe Half Marathon will bring approximately 5,000 people
including runners, friends, and family to South Lake Tahoe this weekend as they Run, Rock, and Recover in this one of a kind event.

On Saturday, June 20, 2,000 runners will take off along the 13.1-mile course from Spooner Summit and wind their way down Highway 50 along the East Shore of Lake Tahoe to the finish line at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe. The course will also take runners off the highway along the newly completed forest bike path from Round Hill Pines to Kahle Drive.

Medical Marijuana regulation measure clears California Assembly

California took the first step June 5 to regulate its nearly 20-year-old medical marijuana industry, one that lawmakers said currently resembles something out of the “wild, wild West.”

AB266 merges what were two competing bills and attempts to set up state regulations that will pass muster with the federal Department of Justice. It was one of dozens of pieces of legislation advancing through the Legislature Thursday as lawmakers faced a Friday deadline to move bills out of their house of origin.

Tahoe in Bloom Garden Tour

Event Date: 
July 25, 2015 - 9:00am

The annual garden tour in South Lake Tahoe, once an annual event for the Lake Tahoe Historical Society, is now being hosted by the UCCE Master Gardeners of Lake Tahoe.

10th Tee Summer Music Series at Lake Tahoe Golf Course

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June 21, 2015 - 4:00pm

On Course Events and the Lake Tahoe Golf Course have teamed up to provide the community of Meyers, South Lake Tahoe and visitors a free live music experience, the 10th Tee Summer Music Series, which begins on Sunday, June 21 with local bands Bison and Little Norway.

Casting call for commercial to be filmed in South Lake Tahoe

Tahoe Production House is holding an open casting call for a commercial they will be filming in South Lake Tahoe June 15 to 25, 2105.

They need someone to play the role of a female runner who will be running in shorts, wearing a sports bra, thin shirt and a small backpack. The person hired must also be willing to jump into water for the final shot.

The production company needs a headshot and video resume of your running no later than June 10, 2015.

More information here.

Stock up on summer reading books at the Bookworks

Event Date: 
June 20, 2015 (All day)

The Bookworks, located at 3330 Lake Tahoe Blvd in South Lake Tahoe, is having a summer book sale. From June 20-26, all hardback novels and slightly used contemporary novels are available for just $1.00.

Stock up for a plethora of summer reading sessions!

All proceeds benefit the South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center.

10th TOCCATA Tahoe Summer Music Fest: Going for Baroque

Event Date: 
June 21, 2015 - 3:00pm

Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus kicks off its 10th Summer MusicFest with “Going For Baroque-Summer Solstice Series” June 17 thru 23. The program opens with Vivaldi’s Concerto for Violin and Cello, RV 547, with Natalie and Nick Haines as soloists, and continues with flutist Josue Casillas performing Vivaldi’s Concerto for Flute #428 “Goldfinch”. Other soloists include Yuri Liberzon, guitarist, performing Vivaldi Concerto RV 82, and harpist Marina Roznitovsky performing Vivaldi Concerto #540. The concert concludes with J.S.

Bay Area Musicians to play at 96 Park's CoffeePub

Event Date: 
June 13, 2015 - 7:30pm

Two top Bay Area musicians Lisa Marie Johnston and Isaac Bolivar will be performing at a free show at 968 Park Hotel’s CoffeePub on Saturday, June 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Bolivar, the former guitarist for the band, Taking Back Sunday, has been preforming for most of his life. His first international tour was at the age of 18. I

South Lake Tahoe Farm-to-Fork Festival discount tickets available

Event Date: 
September 6, 2015 (All day)

Celebrate all things local at Sample the Sierra on Sunday, September 6 at Bijou Community Park in South Lake Tahoe. Returning for its sixth year this Labor Day weekend, Sample the Sierra highlights the unique talent, heritage and bounty of the Sierra Nevada region with local food, wine, beer and spirits, as well as handmade art and music. Foodies, wine enthusiasts and hopheads have the opportunity to purchase discounted early bird tickets until August 1 to experience Lake Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival.

Hard Rock Lake Tahoe holding Caymus Wine Dinner

Event Date: 
June 11, 2015 - 6:00pm

A five-course dinner paired with wines from the Caymus and Wagner Family of Wine will be held at Park Prime, the steakhouse at the Hard Rock Lake Tahoe.

The menu:

Hors d’Oeuvres
Crab, mango, and avocado stack, served with a citrus vinaigrette
— paired with —
Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley

Second Course
Fire roasted lobster bisque
Spiked with brandy & chardonnay
— paired with —
Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands

Third Course
Colorado lamb lollipop
Cauliflower mashed potatoes, blackberry sauce
— paired with —

Broadway hit musical Pippin featured on LTCC stage

The high-energy, smash hit and award-winning musical Pippin will be on the Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theater stage June 12 through the 20th.

The school's Theatre Arts Department presents show with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz who was the composer of the hit Broadway musicals Wicked and Godspell.

Free concerts every Friday and Saturday at Heavenly Village

The Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series got underway last weekend. This annual series of live music takes place every Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The stage rotates around the village from in front of Starbucks and Basecamp Pizza, to the fountain and in front along Highway 50.

Here is the lineup:

Friday, 5/29 - Liquid Cactus | Funk/Rock
Saturday, 5/30 - Paige & Fearless Kin | Bluegrass/Acoustic

Friday, 6/5 - Electric Jimmys | Classic Rock/Grateful Dead Trib
Saturday, 6/6 - Tracorum | Classic/Jam Rock

Free Lecture Event

Event Date: 
June 20, 2015 - 1:00pm

The members and friends of the South Lake Tahoe Christian Science Church are sponsoring a gift to our community.

Water guzzling marijuana plants adding to California drought issues

California cannabis growers may be making millions, but their thirsty plants are sucking up a priceless resource: water. Now scientists say that if no action is taken in the drought-wracked state, the consequences for fisheries and wildlife will be dire.

"If this activity continues on the trajectory it's on, we're looking at potentially streams going dry, streams that harbor endangered fish species like salmon, steelhead," said Scott Bauer of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Lake Tahoe concert line-up for June

May 30-31 Valhalla Renaissance Faire @ Camp Richardson
Wagon Train Rendezvous @ Zephyr Cove / Wagon Train parade
June 01 Phat Caddy Monday @ Fat Cat Cafe
June 02 DJ Dakini, Oneness, Lo-G @ Whisky Dicks
June 03 Chad Bushnell @ Hard Rock Hotel
June 03-07 Heath Hyche @ Improv at Harveys
June 04 Ike and Martin @ Jimmy's at The Landing
Lacey, LaBella, and Richardson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Serina Williams, Lost Whiskey Engine @ Moody's Bistro
June 05-06 Bias and Dunn @ Bar of America
The George Souza Trio @ Moody's Bistro
June 05 Superlicious @ Hard Rock Hotel

Runners to pass through South Lake Tahoe overnight

A race from Reno, around Lake Tahoe, through the Carson Valley, up to Virginia City and back to Reno began Friday morning at 7 a.m. This is the 11th year the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run Adventure is taking place and it is growing in popularity each year. There are 253 teams of an average of 12 runners each taking part in the overnight race which covers 178 miles.

South Lake Tahoe's 'Live at Lakeview' concert series lineup releaed

The popular outdoor concert series in South Lake Tahoe, Live at Lakeview, is about to start their fourth season of music on the beach.

On Course Events and the City of South Lake Tahoe are the sponsors of the event. The City just approved giving On Course Events a new 5-year agreement.

Bluegrass Festival comes to Hard Rock Lake Tahoe on July 11

Event Date: 
July 11, 2015 (All day)

Pioneers in the progressive bluegrass scene, Greensky Bluegrass headlines the inaugural Lake Tahoe Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, July 11 as part of the BaseJam Summer 2015 Outdoor Concert Series at the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe outdoor arena.

23rd Annual Renaissance Faire coming to South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
May 31, 2015 (All day)

Queens from foreign lands, juggling jesters, winsome wenches, lords and ladies, knight of horseback, squires and simpletons will all converge in South Lake Tahoe over two weekends for the 23rd annual Valhalla Renaissance Faire. Camp Richardson is turned into a Renaissance village for the popular event that draws several thousand people during the two weekend run.

The fun costumed festival will be held May 30 and 31, and June 5, 6 and 7.

A World Music Night for Nepal held at UNR

Event Date: 
May 29, 2015 - 7:00pm

TACH, in association with Nepalese Association of UNR and co-sponsored by Joe Crowley Student Union at UNR in Reno, presents “A World Music Night” for an effort to support the earthquake victims of Nepal on Friday May 29th at 7:00 p.m., The concert will be held in The Theatre in the Joe Crowley Student Union on the 3rd Floor.

Hawaiian movie to showcase at Art Haus & Cineman in Tahoe City

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Repeats every day until Tue Jun 09 2015 .
June 6, 2015 - 7:00pm
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June 7, 2015 - 7:00pm
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June 8, 2015 - 7:00pm
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June 9, 2015 - 7:00pm

The Reno Tahoe International Film Festival has announced details of its inaugural event, set for June 5-7, 2015 . Over 40 top independent films from around the world have been included. Festival executive director, Donna Walden, also stated that some local film entries have been chosen as official selections.

Nevada Casino Owners Hope to Attract New Generation of Gamers

Gaming in Nevada is about to see some changes. And casino owners hope that will bring a whole new generation of gamers. Video Gamers.

The Nevada Legislature has approved a bill that will allow the industry to adapt. They plan to add in games that are skill-based. Meaning that your skills can improve your odds of winning. And they think that will be a winner overall.

Chris Moyer is with the American Gaming Association in Washington, D.C.

Smart towns know how to capitalize on active and bike tourism

South Lake Tahoe can create a sustainable economy if we focus on "active tourism." This was the message relayed by the panel of speakers at Wednesday's Tahoe Talk series at Lake Tahoe Community College.

If the 15 page spread about Lake Tahoe in the May edition of Bike magazine is any indication, people know about the activity/recreation based tourism awaiting them in Tahoe, and they're about to come.

Are we ready?,

Just about.

Grand opening of Splash Day Club at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe postponed

The Splash Day Club at Hard Rock Hotel Lake Tahoe was set to open over the Memorial Day weekend, but wet weather and a chance of thundershowers has caused management to postpone the grand opening.

“We’ve been ramping up for the opening of Splash Day Club, but we want to do it right with the best conditions possible,” said Chris Fiumara, vice president and general manager of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe. “Plus, it’s no secret this area needs some serious precipitation, so we’ll take it.”

Songbird: Telling the Paiute Story

Event Date: 
May 23, 2015 - 10:00am

Christina Thomas is a woman of Paiute, Shoshone, and Hopi descent who has been acknowledged as an emerging leader of her people. Christina explores the performing arts of traditional singing, drumming and dancing. She has given lessons in the Paiute language, tells traditional stories, shares knowledge of traditional foods and plants, and also discusses the history of the Great Basin native peoples; and gives her unique perspective on contemporary Native American issues.

Location

Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88 Minden, Nevada 89423
United States

Lake Tahoe homes featured on May 27 episode of HGTV's House Hunters

Event Date: 
May 27, 2015 - 7:00pm

Fans of HGTV’s House Hunters may see some familiar scenery on the May 27 episode, which features a Bay Area couple’s search for the perfect Lake Tahoe mountain home.

Travis and Morgan Fields of Oakland were working with Chase International’s Angie Clark last spring when they decided to invite the show to follow them on their quest. HGTV producers and a film crew visited Lake Tahoe to film the couple on their South Lake Tahoe search. The episode, “Looking for a Log Cabin Vacation Home in Lake Tahoe,” will air Wednesday, May 27 at 7 p.m. It will air again through the weekend.

Hard Rock Cafe Lake Tahoe celebrates Burger Month

Just in time for National Burger Month, Hard Rock Cafe Lake Tahoe is launching a new menu featuring Local Legendary Burgers from all across the globe as part of its new World Burger Tour. For the first time ever, a limited-edition menu with fan favorites from around the world will be offered at Hard Rock Cafe Lake Tahoe!

Hard Rock Cafe Lake Tahoe World Burger Tour menu features:

Liberty Utilities to develop two solar projects in Nevada

There may soon be two new solar projects in Nevada, one nearby in Minden and the other near Luning in Mineral County.

Liberty Utilities announced Friday that they filed an application with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) proposing to build two separate solar projects that would be built in Nevada and provide renewable energy to Liberty’s customers via NV Energy’s transmission lines.

“The Ghost of Mark Twain" to entertain in South Lake Tahoe

The renown Mark Twain impressionist McAvoy Layne will treat South Lake Tahoe audiences with the "Tahoe Tales" of the legendary writer and humorist during a performance on Saturday, May 23.

The veteran of more than 4,000 performances around the world over the past three decades as the legendary writer and humorist, McAvoy Layne has been preeminent in preserving the wit and wisdom of “The Wild Humorist of the Pacific Slope,” Mark Twain.

Join the Tahoe Chamber on a journey to Southern Italy and the Amalfi Coast

Experience Southern Italy and the Amalfi Coast on an eight-day journey with the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber)! All members of the community are invited to join the local chamber of commerce on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Individuals have the opportunity to save on travel fares when travel is booked by May 22.

Lake Tahoe SummerFest concert schedule released

Event Date: 
July 31, 2015 (All day)

Lake Tahoe SummerFest’s fourth season, “Passport to a World of Music,” will bring Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn to audiences July 31 – Aug. 16 (www.TahoeSummerFest.org). The three weekend series of nine different concerts will transport attendees through masterpieces translated by renowned artists and a nationally acclaimed orchestra of 40 players.

Full entertainment schedule in South Lake Tahoe

May 1-3 Mark Pitta / Jack Coen @ Improv at Harveys
Genoa Cowboy Festival feat. Lacy J Dalton and the Dalton Gang, The Western Flyers, Richard Elloyan, Steve Wade, Larry Maurice, Mike Beck, Gary Allegretto, Walt Cheney, Belinda Gail, All Hat No Cattle, Sourdough Slim, Tony Argento, Ken Gardner, John and Betsie Elliott, Ed and Connie Kretschmer, The Mountain Girls, Cowboys By Night, McAboy Lane, CW & Mr. Spoons, Don S. Thompson, Michael Fischer, Dianna Borges, Kim Copel @ Genoa, NV
Live music w/ Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
May 01 1 year anniversary party w/ DJ Trek @ Xhale

California pot legalization effort is all about details

There’s no shortage of views on the question of legalizing recreational marijuana in California.

That much was evident at a series of focus groups earlier this year, where 48 men and women representing a cross-section of the state filed into rooms with one-way mirrors to share their opinions. The research is aimed at shaping an expected legalization initiative for the 2016 ballot.

Local businesses invited to SLT Police Department's ABC training

Event Date: 
May 28, 2015 - 10:00am

All local business owners with an ABC license are invited to bring their employees to a free seminar presented by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) on Thursday, May 28 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Hosted by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, the LEAD (Licenses Education on Alcohol and Drugs) seminar will provide information on what is acceptable I.D., the best way to check I.D., how to refuse service, signs and prevention of illicit drug activity, and more.

Authors Discuss "Weird Reno" Research at Dangberg Historic Park

Event Date: 
May 9, 2015 - 10:00am

The first book in the "Weird" trilogy, "Weird Reno" is a collection of curiosities researched from numerous media sources from the mid-1800s to the early 21st century.

Authors Sandi La Nae and Arline La Ferry introduce audiences to the mysterious, amusing anecdotes, interesting tidbits and some notable Renoites from Reno’s past and present.

The book will be available for purchase at a discounted price.

Location

Danberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 H88, Minden, NV 89423
United States

Lake Tahoe Hard Rock to add Splash Day Club for locals and visitors

Summer will get off with a splash at the Hard Rock Lake Tahoe this summer, and locals will get to enjoy it! The Splash Day Club will be a rockin’ outdoor poolside day club with world-class DJs and poolside amenities and services including private cabanas and "day" beds, signature drink specials, bottle-service and a seasonal summer menu. Think high-energy nightclub outdoors in the sun.

Monthly local's night at Lake Tahoe Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

As a thank you to area residents and employees, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe is hosting a free industry night for locals on the last Sunday of every month featuring live concerts in Vinyl. The first monthly event is Sunday, April 26 with a performance by Forget the Roses. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9 p.m.

Agriculture, Food & Nutrition from Local to Global theme of next Incline Village talk

Event Date: 
April 23, 2015 - 5:30pm

What does it take to feed nine billion people? How does our food system encourage California agriculture to remain globally competitive, while reducing poverty in low-income countries? How can we deliver healthier outcomes for malnourished communities in Asia and Africa, while reducing rising obesity rates around the world? A food system that meets growing global demand must lower our environmental footprint as well.

Bay Area's Thadeus Gonzalez makes a stop in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
May 27, 2015 - 9:00pm

Oakland-based vocalist/songwriter Thadeus Gonzalez starts a West Coast tour in support of his debut album, UTOPIAN SOCIETY. The first part of the tour includes hometown Oakland, Hollywood, Santa Cruz, South Lake Tahoe, and Medford.

His South Lake Tahoe stop will be at Whiskey Dick's on May 27, 2015 at 9 p.m.

Location

Whiskey Dick's
United States

Genoa Cowboy Festival embodies Western Spirit

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun May 03 2015 .
April 30, 2015 (All day)
May 1, 2015 (All day)
May 2, 2015 (All day)
May 3, 2015 (All day)

The Genoa Cowboy Festival will be held in historic Genoa, Nevada April 30-May 3, 2015. It is a blend of a scenic setting, entertainment, heritage and Western culture. Nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada, historic Genoa is the site of the first ranch in Nevada and still has working cattle ranches literally steps from the center of town.

From its 19th century beginnings, cowboys and ranching have shared work, words and music there. You’d be hard pressed to find a better place to celebrate the unique forms of Cowboy Music, Cowboy Poetry, Old West history and the Western lifestyle.

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