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Valhalla Tahoe Announces New Festival Director
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/12/2014 - 10:05amPutting on the annual Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival takes more than a village. It requires the skills, creativity and organization of a Festival Director. The Tahoe Tallac Association, which produces the Festival, is pleased to announce its new Festival Director, Evangeline Elston.
South Lake Tahoe's Dancing With the Tahoe Stars Video
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/10/2014 - 11:40pmIf you weren't able to make it to Saturday night's Dancing With the Tahoe Stars, here is a video produced by John Durst and Fabulous Lake Tahoe! Tahoe Arts Project presented the second annual dancing event to raise funds that help bring the arts into the local schools.
JUDGES:
Marcia Sarosik of the Lake Tahoe Shining Stars Dance Troupe
Paul Middlebrook of KRLT radio
Don Bosson - realtor/musician
FEATURED PERFORMANCES
Liz Niven w/ Adam Hopkins Samba to "They Call Me Cuban Pete" by Desi Arnaz ( 2:15 )
Jodi Stewart and Lyndon Facey Hip-Hop to "Dirty South" ( 6:29 )
English professor releases new book of poems, “Of Dirt and Tar”
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/20/2014 - 10:16am
Readers will discover “deftly-crafted narrative moments that unreel like snippets of cinema” in the poems of June Sylvester Saraceno’s new book, entitled “Of Dirt and Tar.”
The second, full-length collection of poetry by Saraceno, the English department chair at Sierra Nevada College, will be released March 1 by Cherry Grove Collections, with accolades on its jacket by some of the nation’s top poets.
Location
Sierra Nevada College
999 Tahoe Blvd
Incline Village, NV 89451
United States
See map: Google Maps
"Off the Wall Art Auction" in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/17/2014 - 12:16am
Event Date:
March 29, 2014 - 6:00pm
South Lake Tahoe's 3rd Annual Off The Wall Art Auction will feature local and regional artists, including Phyllis Shafer. The event is being put on jointly by the South Lake Tahoe Rotary Club and the Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation.
New this year will be a Kick-off party as well as four days of viewing before the main event, the auction. The Halden Gallery at LTCC will be the location of each day's activities.
Monday, March 24 - Kickoff Party from 5 to 7 pm
Tuesday, March 25 to Friday, March 28 - Viewing from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
SnowGlobe: Zion I Returns to the South Lake Tahoe Stage
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/26/2013 - 5:30pm
Amp Live and Zumbi are looking forward to returning to the high energy and "hype" crowd of South Lake Tahoe's SnowGlobe this year. The duo makes up Zion I, which mixes hip-hop and trip-hop beats with lyrics focused on a message of unity, hope, and spiritual awareness.
18th Annual Holiday Faire at Valhalla
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/22/2013 - 8:45am
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Snow on the ground, a decorated Grand Hall which is home to the 18th Annual Holiday Bazaar at Valhalla Friday through Sunday. Local artists and vendors will have a variety of hand crafted and other special items for purchase.
On Saturday and Sunday there will also be performances by the local school choirs and other musical groups, Santa will stop by to spread holiday cheer and an assortment of hot cider, hot mulled wine and holiday cookies will be available for purchase.
Shop Local, Benefit Women at Zawadisha’s Annual Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/18/2013 - 4:19pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2013 - 10:00am South Lake Tahoe, CA – Tahoe-based nonprofit the Zawadisha Fund is teaming up again with Bona Fide Books to offer an opportunity to shop locally while having global impact this holiday season. Connect with contemporary local artists, crafters and entrepreneurs at the 3rd Annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Dec. 7th, from 10am-3pm at Bona Fide Books,1069 Magua Street in Meyers, CA. All vendor space fees benefit the Zawadisha Fund.
Granlibakken to Host the Annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Conference
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/03/2013 - 10:36pmEvent Date:
November 9, 2013 - 8:00am
Everything from Yoga to plastic surgery to food and fitness will be covered during the Annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Weekend at Granlibakken Lodge & Conference Center November 9-10. Speakers, women's health professionals, authors and others will present on a myriad of topics concerning women and their health.
18th Annual Holiday Faire at Valhalla
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2013 - 6:45am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Nov 24 2013 .
November 22, 2013 - 5:30pm
November 23, 2013 - 5:30pm
November 24, 2013 - 5:30pm
The Valhalla Grand Hall will be decorated in a festive Holiday mode for the 18th Annual Holiday Faire during the weekend of November 22-24.
Twenty-five local vendors and artists will be offering a varied assortment of hand-made and other special items for purchase.
Santa Claus comes to visit as local school choirs and other musical groups perform both days.
Raffle tickets for raffle packages of items donated by the vendors will be available as well as hot mulled wine, hot cider, water, sodas and cookies will be available for purchase.
Date: November 22,23,24
Success at 4th Annual Sample the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2013 - 4:01pm
Despite smoky skies, South Lake Tahoe was still a hot spot this Labor Day Weekend. The 4th Annual Sample the Sierra festival brought in masses of people to taste the unique flavors of the Sierra Nevada. The kickoff Winemakers Dinner at Bumgarner Winery spoiled attendees with a five course meal prepared in the wood fired oven with each course appropriately paired with one of Bumgarner’s fine wines. Saturday’s Sip & Shop at Après Wine Company drew more than 20 people to taste C.G. Di Arie wines and gourmet cheeses.
Concert on the Green - The Old West Trio
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/01/2013 - 7:17pm
Event Date:
September 8, 2013 - 4:00pm Enjoy music on the green in Genoa on September 8 from 4 to 6 pm. Enjoy the Western Classics from Sons of the Pioneers and Gene Autry to music from contemporary artists Ian Tyson and Tom Russell.
Bring a blanket and picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of Free Music!
Location
Genoa Town Park
Nixon Street
United States
See map: Google Maps
Tahoe Arts Project Annual Holiday Festival
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 1:08pm
Event Date:
November 16, 2013 (All day)
Tahoe Arts Project's Annual Holiday Festival at the South Tahoe Middle School Multi-Purpose Room on Saturday, November 16 from 10 am to 5 pm.
Food, crafts, music and fun is on tap for the day's activities.
If you'd like to have a boothreserve a space, the deadline is October 16. All crafters and artists are invited, from beginner to professionals. Booth prices are just $50 for a 10 x 10 booth space with no additional commission fees charged.
2nd Annual Tahoe Arts Project Holiday Festival Needs Vendors
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 1:03pm
Tahoe Arts Project, TAP, had a successful Holiday Festival last year and is looking to make this year's even bigger. They have expanded the event my making it longer and in a new, larger venue at the South Tahoe Middle School Multi-Purpose room. It will be held on Saturday, November 16 from 10 am to 5 pm.
TAP expects twice as much foot traffic, and to ensure this they will not be charging an admission fee for the public as they did last year.
Market on the Run Farmers' Market
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 07/21/2013 - 2:38amEvent Date:
July 26, 2013 - 3:00pm
Ski Run Boulevard Farmers’ Market is held every Friday afternoon through Sept. 6 between Larch and Birch on beautiful Ski Run Boulevard.
Sample the Sierra featured Labor Day weekend at South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/02/2013 - 3:10pm
Event Date:
September 1, 2013 - 1:00pm
Delight your senses at the fourth Annual Sample the Sierra, South Lake Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival, Labor Day weekend.
Sample the Sierra brings together local chefs, farmers, and winemakers in an irresistible tasting trifecta. To complement the infusion of flavors, a marketplace will feature local artists and artisans showcasing everything from handmade soaps to jewelry, alpaca apparel to fine art. Live music will entertain all and allows festivalgoers a chance to experience the truly unique talent that the Sierra Nevada boasts.
Working-class country singer Gretchen Wilson at MontBleu Theater Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 05/26/2013 - 10:22pm
Event Date:
May 31, 2013 - 9:00pm
Country music's "Redneck Woman," Grammy-Award winner Gretchen Wilson will kick up the dust and swing into overdrive, Friday, May 31 at Lake Tahoe's MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.
The hard-singing country music star has charted 13 times including the Grammy Award-winning single "Redneck Woman." Wilson's anthems are as real as her album titles imply; most noteworthy being "Here to Party," "Work Hard, Play Harder," "All Jacked Up," "One for the Boys" and "I've got Your Country Right Here."
Amazing visual arts lineup this summer at Valhalla Grand Hall
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 11:15pm
Lake Tahoe isn’t the only beautiful thing people will be gazing at this summer because the Artist-In-Residence program is sure to catch the eye of many at the annual summer-long Valhalla Arts, Music and Theatre Festival.
Musical phenomenon 'RENT' to hit the LTCC Duke Theatre stage
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 1:56pmThe Lake Tahoe Community College Theatre Arts Department is excited to present the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, “RENT,” with book, music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson.
Performances are June 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at 8:00 p.m., with Sunday matinees on June 16 and 23 at 2:00 p.m. Set in New York City’s East Village, "RENT" follows the lives of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians as they struggle to survive and create in Manhattan’s Lower East Side during the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City, and under the shadow of the AIDS epidemic.
South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association Logo Design Contest
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/06/2013 - 10:53amThe South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association is looking for an exciting new logo for the upcoming K-9 Trial in October 2013. We invite you to participate in our logo design contest. Please plan on submitting your creative design today and the submissions deadline is June 30, 2013.
The winning logo design will be printed on the backs of our T-shirts, sweatshirts, trophies and other K9 Trial paraphernalia. This is a wonderful opportunity to give your design idea public attention and a published portfolio piece.
Artist Studio Tour summer 2013 dates announced by Tahoe Art League
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 11:21pmSouth Lake Tahoe, CA – Local artist group Tahoe Art League (TAL) announces its 2013 Artist Studio Tour for two weekends July 26, 27, 28 and August 2, 3, 4 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Free and open to the public. Come to the lake to cool off and enjoy creativity!
Wonderful and inspiring for the whole family. See demonstrations and hear artist's stories.
Fossil fuel beginnings explored in art, words at UC Davis Lake Tahoe environmental lecture
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 03/20/2013 - 8:44pm
Event Date:
April 18, 2013 - 5:30pm
Art and science collide in April at the Lake Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences with a lecture and display of paintings that chronicle Anthropocene, the beginning of the fossil fuel era that sprouted in the late 1700s.
LTCC Theatre Announces Feb. 4 auditions for the Musical 'Rent'
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/23/2013 - 3:09pmEvent Date:
February 4, 2013 - 7:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Theatre Arts Department will hold auditions for the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon “Rent” on Monday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m. in the Duke Theatre.
The book, music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson, will be directed by Susan Boulanger, with musical direction by Mark D. Williams, and choreography by Kelly Alvarez. Callbacks will be Saturday, Feb. 9 at 12:30 p.m.
We are seeking an ethnically diverse cast of strong singers and actors who are comfortable with rock, pop, and gospel music.
Letter to the editor: Book review was right on
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 6:00amThanks to the Tribune, Tim Parsons and Gloria Sinibaldi for the review of my novel "The Fifth Device." Thanks to the Tribune and Tim for supporting the efforts of Tahoe writers and artists. Thanks ...
Heavenly Holidays at Heavenly Village Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 1:51am
Celebrate the 13 days of Christmas at Heavenly Holidays, a two-week festival for the whole family at the Heavenly Village featuring professional ice skating shows, ice sculptors, carolers, local artists and a 16-foot snow globe where kids can get their photos taken with Santa. It all starts December 15 and culminates Dec. 31 with A Heavenly New Year’s Celebration including ice sculptors, live music, fire dancers and a 9:00pm ball drop and fireworks show.
Zawadisha’s 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 6:04pmZawadisha’s 2nd annual Holiday Bazaar is Dec. 1 from 10am-3pm. Featuring local artisans and unique finds, the bazaar gives people an opportunity to shop locally and support community this holiday season. Artists include ReviveTahoe, SquirrelsNest, and Sierra Clay Art. Zawadisha will be representing with handmade African jewelry, baskets, bags, and fabric.
The bazaar is at Bona Fide HQ in Meyers. (Behind Getaway Cafe.) Go to www.bonafidebooks.com for more information.
Artists sought for Holiday Art Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/17/2012 - 6:00amTahoe Arts Project is looking for artists to participate in its Holiday Art Festival at St. Theresa's Grace Hall.The festival is a family-oriented event and will include art and craft booths, food,...
Artists sought for scholarship benefit show
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/30/2012 - 4:22pmArtists are wanted for the Carson Valley Art Association's scholarship benefit fine art show.This year's show will be held Friday through Sunday at the CVIC Hall in Minden, Nev., located at Fifth a...
Tall Treez, Jamie Anderson team up for Film Festival at Horizon
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 10/30/2012 - 4:16pm
Event Date:
November 16, 2012 - 7:00pm
Tall Treez is teaming up with Lake Tahoe snowboarder Jamie Anderson to host there 3rd Annual Film Festival. The show will be on Friday, Nov. 16 at the Horizon Casino Resort at Stateline South Shore Lake Tahoe. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Entry $12.
Going against the grain
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/19/2012 - 4:48pmEnter the conference rooms of Horizon Casino Resort this weekend and you'll find yourself immersed in the world of segmented wood turning. Collectors, authors, presenters, artists and visitors r...
Going against the grain
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/19/2012 - 4:48pmEnter the conference rooms of Horizon Casino Resort this weekend and you'll find yourself immersed in the world of segmented wood turning. Collectors, authors, presenters, artists and visitors r...
South Lake Tahoe Branch Library looking for teen bookmark artists
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/13/2012 - 12:16pmTeens: create your masterpiece and win. The South Lake Tahoe Branch Library is having a bookmark design contest to highlight Bookmark for Teen Read Week, which runs Oct. 14-20. If you're an artist and can come up with a bookmark that speaks to you and readers, you'll be entered into a drawing for a free Kindle. Create your work of art bookmark and bring it to the South Lake Tahoe Branch Library by Saturday, October 20.
For more information, call the library at (530) 573-3185.
Salmon Run for Tahoe Tallac at MontBleu Oct. 20
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 4:27pm
Event Date:
October 20, 2012 - 5:00pm
"Run Salmon Run," a community art project and fundraiser for the Tahoe Tallac Association, will be held at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa on Oct. 20 from 5-8 pm. Thirty-five fiberglass fish designed by local artists will be featured at the live auction emceed by veteran radio personality George Alm of KTHO.
Valhalla Holiday Faire celebrates 17th year at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 10/07/2012 - 10:01pm
Event Date:
November 17, 2012 - 10:00am
The magnificent Valhalla Grand Hall, of the vintage 1924 ‘Heller Estate’, listed on the National Historic Register of Historic Places hosts the 17th annual Valhalla Holiday Faire Nov.16-18. Featuring a 40-foot high spectacular natural stone fireplace, the Grand Hall will be decorated in a festive Holiday mode. Twenty-five local vendors and artists will be offering a varied assortment of hand-made and other special items for purchase. Father Christmas comes to visit as local school choirs and other musical groups perform through out the two day Holiday Festival.
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe's 'An Evening of Food and Wine Tasting'
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 9:43pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2012 - 6:00pm
The Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe features the 43rd annual “An Evening of Food & Wine Tasting” on Friday, Nov. 2 at Harrah's Tahoe Convention Center. Enjoy incredible wine from Northern California’s top wineries and sample a wide variety of delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts from the South Shore’s finest restaurants.
Matisyahu unafraid to dive into unexplored areas, arenas
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 6:00am"I don't really feel bound to one style or one sound." That's something a lot of artists say, but when it comes from Matisyahu there is undeniable veracity.When he became an international sensat...
SnowGlobe Lake Tahoe 2012 lineup includes Chromeo, Deadmau5, Wiz Khalifa
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/18/2012 - 11:38amChromeo, Deadmau5 and Wiz Khalifa will round out 2012 and ring in 2013 at the SnowGlobe Music Festival this winter in South Lake Tahoe, Dec. 29-31.
In it second year the South Shore Lake Tahoe music festival will feature plenty of electronic, hip-hop and rock acts. Beats Antique, Polica, Flosstradamus, Dam Funk and Madeon will be among the artists to perform.
Regional cuisine gets the spotlight
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/31/2012 - 6:00amLocal growers, restaurants, wineries and artists will offer a taste of their work at the third annual Sample the Sierra festival on Sunday. The annual farm-to-fork event will take place on Ski R...
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for week of Aug. 29
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/29/2012 - 12:55amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of August 29 to Sept. 4.
Sample the Sierra set for Labor Day weekend
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/21/2012 - 1:40pm
Event Date:
August 31, 2012 (All day)
Foodies and wine lovers alike are invited to attend the variety of Sample the Sierra festivities during the 3rd annual farm-to-fork festival over Labor Day Weekend. Friday, August 31st kicks off Sample the Sierra with a Winemaker and Chef’s Table dinner at Crystal Basin Bistro in Camino on the Western Slope of the Sierras. Saturday, September 1st hosts a Sip & Shop at Après Wine Company featuring the award winning wines of Synapse “Microwinery” and locally made gifts.
Comedian plays the scam artists, Harveys Improv
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/16/2012 - 11:13amIf you've never experienced the dark side of comedy now is a great opportunity to do so. You know those thoughts you sometimes have in your head that would be too embarrassing to share with othe...
Sample the Sierra at South Lake Tahoe returns Labor Day weekend
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 10:27amEvent Date:
September 2, 2012 (All day)
The region's best food, wine, and art in the Sierra Nevada will be highlighted at the 3rd annual Sample the Sierra farm-to-fork festival. This popular community event is on Sunday, Sept. 2 on Ski Run Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe.
This year, 15 local restaurants and farmers will be paired together to produce mouthwatering samples for festival-goers to enjoy. Each food sample will be paired with an accompanying wine, also local to the region.
Plein air artists' work on display through weekend
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/27/2012 - 2:51pmEight artists who painted in the Markleeville Plein Air event in June will be painting the Markleeville area starting about 9 a.m. on Sunday, July 29. This will be the last weekend the artwork will...
Music at The Moose Outdoor Concert with Trey Stone Band to Benefit Tahoe Arts Project
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/25/2012 - 3:24am
When the South Lake Tahoe arts community calls out, Trey Stone and his band are there to headline the show. The community is invited to join the Trey Stone Band for three hours of R&B, funk and soul at an outdoor concert — Music at the Moose — to benefit the Tahoe Arts Project at 5 p.m. today, Wednesday, July 25, at the Moose Lodge, 961 Eloise Avenue in South Lake Tahoe.
The cost is $10 for adults and free for children. Dished up for purchase at this community benefit concert include burgers and hot dogs, soda, ice cream, and more. There's a cash bar available and a raffle will be held. All proceeds benefit the Tahoe Arts Project.
Wa She Shu It Deh Native American Arts Festival
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 07/22/2012 - 3:43pm
The Wa She Shu It’ Deh Native American Arts Festival at the Valhalla Grand Lawn July 28-29 features traditional American Indian dancers and drum performers, basket weaving displays, art, and great food. The basket weaving competition features over fourteen different categories. The Washoe are highly regarded for their master craftsmanship of baskets and have had several well-known weavers throughout their history, including Dat So La Lee.
South Lake Tahoe drummer on a musical mission
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 6:00amNicole Grant, or Nikki G, wants to take over the world.Armed with a pair of drumsticks and a lot of heART, the South Lake Tahoe native drummer has performed across the world with artists such as...
Tahoe South summer 2012 brings action-packed celebrity golf, headlining comedy, concerts and family events
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 11:13amHeavy-hitting comedy, celebrity golf and blockbuster concerts make for a sizzling summer at Tahoe South with an dynamic lineup that includes legendary actor-comedian Robin Williams; hall-of-fame athletes teeing it up at the American Century Championship and Grammy award-winning pop-rock group, Maroon 5.
