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Photo of the Week: Fallen Leaf Lake

Thank you Leslie Oslin for this fabulous photo of Fallen Leaf Lake on April 25, 2019.

Celebrate Earth Day in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
April 27, 2019 - 10:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A full day of earth-friendly events and activities returns to South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Bijou Community Park, located at 1201 Al Tahoe Boulevard.

Earth Day recognizes, celebrates and promotes our region’s unique beauty while educating people about its environmental issues. South Lake Tahoe’s free event includes children’s activities, local vendors, environmental booths, nature walks with Tahoe Institute for Natural Science, and live “river rock and mountain blues” by Boot Juice.

Lake Valley Fire Protection District hosting annual Easter Egg Hunt

Event Date: 
April 21, 2019 - 9:30am

MEYERS, Calif. - The Lake Valley Firefighters Foundation is once again sponsoring their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 21 at Tahoe Paradise Park. Over 10,000 eggs will be hidden for kids to find, including the Golden Egg containing a special prize.

The day's activities will include a visit by the Easter Bunny and the historic fire truck. Bring a camera for these photo opportunities. There will be a bake sale, hot cocoa, and coffee.

Arrive at 9:30 a.m. to prepare for the 10:00 a.m. hunt. Parking is limited.

For more information, call 530.577.3737.

South Lake Tahoe Easter Egg Hunt

Event Date: 
April 20, 2019 - 10:30am

The Optimist Club of South Lake Tahoe is holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20 on the parking lot of Lake Tahoe Community College, and the Easter Bunny will be there!

Plan to arrive early as the moment the clock strikes 11:00 a.m. the dash is on for the festive colored eggs.

Before the big hunt though are two special events.

At 10:30 a.m. is the Easter costume contest and parade followed by the Easter bonnet contest at 10:45 a.m.

Parents or guardians are not allowed inside the designated hunt area. Bring a basket or bag to hold the collected eggs.

30th annual Elegant Evening

Event Date: 
April 13, 2019 - 5:30pm

Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra is holding their 30th annual Elegant Evening event on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.

It is going to be a grand evening. Get your tickets now at www.elegantevening2019.com.

You'll have a great time and your participation will enhance the lives of women and youth in our community!

Check out the event site where you can purchase your tickets, peruse the donations collected so far, donate in case you can't attend and much more! Their online auction begins on April 6.

Tahoe Douglas Rotary's 51st annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Event Date: 
March 15, 2019 - 6:00pm

Join Tahoe Douglas Rotary as they hold their 51st annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Harrah's Convention Center in Stateline, Nev.

They promise an unforgettable night that includes an Irish feast, their famous beer and wine wall, silent auction, live entertainment and a St. Patrick’s Day themed costume and beard contest with a shot at a trip to Hawaii.

This year's special Local Hero honoree is none other than the Angel of Tahoe, Lisa Maloff.

37th annual Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe Crab Feed & Prime Rib

Event Date: 
March 8, 2019 - 6:00pm

The Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe is hosting their 37th annual Crab Feed and Prime Rib Dinner on Friday, March 8, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at Harrah's Tahoe.

Tickets purchased by February 25 are $60 and includes the Harrah's self-parking fee. Tickets purchased after that date are $65 and kids 12 and under are $25.

Dinner includes iced crab, prime rib, soup, salad bread, dessert, tea, and coffee. There is also a no-host bar available.

100 percent of the proceeds will support the local community.

Tickets are available online - https://kiwaniscluboflaketahoe.org/

First baby of 2019 arrives in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first baby of the new year has arrived in South Lake Tahoe at Barton Health's Family Birthing Center. On January 2, 2019 at 5:38 p.m., a baby boy weighing in at 7 lbs. 8 oz. and 21" long was born to local residents Mordey and Shaina Richler.

This is the fourth child for the Richlers, who run Chabad Jewish Center. As customary with his parent's faith, Baby Richler will be named when he is eight days old.

Five tips for a happier, healthier holiday season

The Holiday Season is an especially wonderful time of year. We look forward to holiday get togethers, to holiday meals, to good cheer and yes, treats. But we don’t look forward to holiday pounds. Many of our New Year’s resolutions are testament to our holiday eating patterns. We vow to start a diet, or to exercise more, or change habits. We know we often consume more than we should. So what can we do to reduce the unhealthy parts of the holidays, and keep the treasured parts?

Sleigh rides, Santa, cookies and fun at Holidays in History in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
December 15, 2018 - 11:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Step back in time at the Lake Tahoe Historical Society's annual Holiday in History event on Saturday, December 15, 2018. This special day has become a family favorite and you don't want to miss it.

All day long the museum and historic cabin will be open for all to enjoy the decorations on display during free tours - doors open at 11:00 a.m. These will also be a Victorian Christmas scene in the museum. The bookstore is open for those on your gift list and a giant snowflake is free with all purchases $25 or over.