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From England to Tahoe, Jim McCarty to bring classic Yardbirds sound to Harrah's
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/31/2017 - 9:08pm
From their 1960s heyday, through being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, to performing on the Harrah's Tahoe stage, the one constant in the legendary Yardbirds has been drummer Jim McCarty.
Most will remember the Yardbirds for two things. First is the fact that being part of the band launched the careers of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. Secondly, the Yardbirds are remembered for their long list of classic hits including “For Your Love,” “Heart Full of Soul,” "Shapes of Things, "“I’m A Man” and “Over Under Sideways Down.”
Space available for South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 3:40pm
After a very successful inaugural 4th of July parade in 2016, the City of South Lake Tahoe is doing it again in 2017. They have invited everyone to participate with a float, band, bicycle group, walkers or whatever other unique way to celebrate the nation one can come up with. Showcase your organization while joining with the entire community in celebrating Independence Day.
All businesses, organizations, community members, sports teams and bands are invited to be in the parade and floats are encouraged! It is free to participate.
Dirty Cello to perform at Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 10:32pm
Event Date:
June 21, 2017 - 7:30pm
Dirty Cello will be part of the Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival when they perform at the Boathouse Theater on June 21 at 7:30 p.m.
From China to Italy, and all over the U.S., Dirty Cello brings the world a
high energy and unique spin on blues and bluegrass. Led by vivacious
cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never
heard before. From down home blues with a wailing cello to virtuosic
stompin’ bluegrass, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and
your toes tapping!
MontBleu summer concerts include Judy Collins, Eli Young Band, Bruce Hornsby and more
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2017 - 9:47pm
Music lovers on the South Shore have a full spectrum of acts to listen to this summer. So far, 13 acts have been booked at the Harvey's Outdoor Arena and MontBleu has 10 nights of music booked to date.
Thursday, May 25 - Eli Young Bank
Saturday, May 27 - The Naked and Famous
Friday, June 9 - Mike Love with Chad Wilkins Band
Saturday, June 10 - Paul Rodriguez & the Latin Kings of Comedy
Saturday, June 24 - Tajmo: The Taj Mahal & Keb' Mo' Band
Saturday, July 8 - Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers
Friday, August 18 - Cheech & Chong
Saturday, August 19 - Herbie Hancock
Community party to celebrate South Lake Tahoe Police Department's 50th anniversary
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2017 - 7:30am
Event Date:
May 20, 2017 - 2:00pm
Help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) at a community celebration on Saturday, May 20 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lakeview Commons.
There will be demonstrations on the police boat, a free concert, the K-9 officers, SWAT, free barbeque and the department's annual awards ceremony.
Enjoy the fun and games and meet your police officers and staff. The following booths will be open for the public to stop by:
14th annual South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club "Day in Paradise"
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 7:31pm
Event Date:
June 17, 2017 - 8:00am
Day in Paradise, a fun-filled event for the whole family sponsored by the South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club, will be on Saturday, June 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tahoe Paradise Park.
The day starts off with a pancake breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Then, stating at 10:00 a.m. are the famous Duck Races, kids games with prizes, Car & Truck Show and Shine, a Luau with roasted pig, beer and wine garden, and a silent auction.
Free live music for the day will be provided by two local favorites: Jesse Kalin Carson 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. / Trey Stone Band 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department celebrates 50th anniversary with community party
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2017 - 2:11pm
Event Date:
May 20, 2017 - 2:00pm
The 50th anniversary of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) will be celebrated with a community party on Saturday, May 20 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lakeview Commons.
There will be food, music, the annual SLTPD awards ceremony, as well as booths to highlight what the department does for the community. Meet SLTPD staff and officers and enjoy fun and games.
Booths include:
SWAT booth – South Lake Tahoe Police Department SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) division will be hosting a booth with educational information.
Linkin Park with Machine Gun Kelly to play at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert series
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2017 - 3:04pm
Linkin Park announced their One More Light World Tour today, and they'll be making a stop at the lake on Friday, September 1 at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys.
They will hit the stage with special guest Machine Gun Kelly.
In an effort to put tickets into the hands of real fans, first access to tickets for the One More Light World Tour will be reserved exclusively for fans – not scalpers or bots, just as Eric Church has done with his tour (he follows Linkin Park on September 2 and 3).
Eric Church heads to the South Shore for two shows at outdoor arena
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2017 - 5:33pm
Country music singer/songwriter Eric Church has announced the second half of his 2017 "Holdin' My Own" tour, and it begins on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe which he makes a stop at the Outdoor Concert Arena at Harveys on September 2 and 3.
Each show begins at 7:00 p.m.
Church's 62 stop tour has been thrilling audiences with three-hours of top music. It is unknown at this time what opening act(s), if any, will be with Church when he starts the final eight shows of 2017 in Lake Tahoe.
Ticketmaster will be selling tickets to the public on May 19.
Renovations at The Crossing at Tahoe Valley completed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 5:29pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - Renovations on the former Factory Stores at the Y are now complete, unveiling a brand new shopping destination and contemporary lifestyle center in the heart of South Lake Tahoe named The Crossing at Tahoe Valley.
The Who is added to Lake Tahoe music series at Harvey Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 8:29am
The Who has just been announced as the latest act coming to South Lake Tahoe on August 16 as part of the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at the Harveys Outdoor Arena.
Kristel Kimball of Harrah's Tahoe and Nick Breaux, the regional VP of Marketing for Harrah's Entertainment, broke the news with Howie Nave during Howie's Morning Rush radio show on KRLT-FM.
The English band, formed in 1964, is considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century, selling over 100 million records worldwide and holding a reputation for their live shows and studio work.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/08/2017 - 9:23am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, April 8.
The Winter Storm Warning continues to be posted till 5:00pm. Snowing and Gusty Winds reported at most resorts… Upper Mountain Lifts are being affected by Winds at Heavenly, Squaw, Alpine… Other Resorts on Delayed openings after Snow Safety… Call Ahead! Grab the Fat Boards… Surface Conditions are Powder & Machine Groomed… Road Controls posted on roadways in and around Lake Tahoe… Buckle Up, Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lakeside Inn Country Night features Cash Only Band and Mechanical Bull rides
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 3:17pm
Event Date:
April 22, 2017 - 9:00pm
Head over to Lakeside Inn and Casino Lake Tahoe in Stateline for their "Country Night" party in The Tavern on Saturday, April 22 and enjoy great drink specials all night! The Cash Only band will get the party rolling at 9 p.m.
For the adventurous type, they will have a mechanical bull to test your cowboy skills from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. The first 50 women to ride the bull get a free cowboy hat.
Put on your boots and cowboy up!
For more information: http://www.lakesideinn.com/country-night
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 9:52am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Wednesday, April 5.
Shaping up to be a Mixed Bag of Sun & Clouds for your HUMP DAY with Spring Conditions… Machine Groomed and Skier Rider packed snow softening with day-time temperatures… Don’t forget the Sunscreen! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies. Highs: 53F to 63F. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the afternoon. Ridge gusts up to 50 mph in the afternoon.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 8:32am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Tuesday, April 4.
Shaping up to be a Mostly Cloudy Tuesday with Spring Conditions… Take your Orange/Yellow/ Rose Tinted Goggles and some rub on Wax… Machine Groomed and Skier Rider packed snow softening with day time temperatures… Don’t forget the Sunscreen! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies. Highs: 50F to 60F. Light winds.
TONIGHT: Mostly Cloudy. Lows: 29F to 39F. Light winds.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 8:07am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is April 3.
Shaping up to be a Beautiful FUNDAY MONDAY with Spring Conditions… Don’t forget
the Sunscreen! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Partly Cloudy Skies in the morning then becoming sunny. Highs: 46F to 56F. Northwest winds around 10 mph shifting to the northeast in the afternoon. Ridge gusts up to 55 mph.
Meet and support the dogs at 3rd annual Kirkwood Rescue Avalanche Dog Fundraiser
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/27/2017 - 7:02pm
Event Date:
April 1, 2017 - 4:00pm Join the Kirkwood Rescue Avalanche Dog Foundation at their 3rd annual Fundraiser on April 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m at Kirkwood Mountain Resort's Red Cliffs Lodge. Meet the avalanche dogs of Kirkwood while supporting the Kirkwood Rescue Avalanche Foundation!
Entry is $10 per guest and $5 raffle tickets are being sold before, and during, the event. Pick up your raffle tickets before the event at any Kirkwood Ski Patrol building while you’re out skiing.
Scratchdog Stringband at Divided Sky
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/27/2017 - 4:13pm
Event Date:
April 22, 2017 - 9:00pm Since early 2015, Scratchdog Stringband has been touring throughout the West Coast and Midwest with their fresh amalgamation of classic and contemporary Americana music. They will be in South Lake Tahoe on April 22 at 9:00 p.m. at the Divided Sky in Meyers.
Heavenly launches two-week long celebration of Spring
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 11:04am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Heavenly’s annual Spring Loaded event is full of fun-filled festivities for those skiing and boarding at the resort from March 26 to April 9.
With 14" of new snow this week and more expected on top of their 600" of snow this season, Heavenly is celebrating the change of seasons with live music, loud outfits and various activities that include Unbuckle Après Parties, Heavenly DJ Cat pop up parties, Pond Skimming and more.
For exact event times, daily costume themes and more information, visit skiheavenly.com.
Jack Johnson adds second outdoor concert in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2017 - 3:32pm
Popular singer-songwriter Jack Johnson has added a second show on the South Shore as part of the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Music Series at the Harveys Arena. His special blend of music will now be featured on both July 28 and 29.
For the first time since 2014, Jack Johnson is taking his chart-topping catalog on the road for a North American summer tour with guests ALO. the end of his tour will be at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena. Tickets are $64.22 each and are currently on sale for his first show and they go on sale March 24, with presale options starting the previous day.
Lenny Kravitz latest act added to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2017 - 11:12pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - There are now eight nights of summer concerts scheduled for the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena. Lenny Kravitz is the latest to book and will head to the South Shore July 14 for an 8:00 p.m. show at the arena at Harveys. Pre-sale tickets go on sale March 22, general public sales March 24.
Kravitz will be one of two artists booked to perform on the outside stage during the annual American Century Celebrity Golf Tournament in South Lake Tahoe July 11-16, 2017. Third Eye Blind plays after the final round.
Previous announcements:
53rd annual DeCelle Memorial Lake Tahoe Relay coming this June
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2017 - 10:18pm
Event Date:
June 10, 2017 - 7:00am
On Saturday, June 10, 2017, runners will once again run counter-clockwise around Lake Tahoe during the 53rd annual DeCelle Memorial Lake Tahoe Relay. Considered to be the oldest relay race in the country, the Lake Tahoe Relay began as a New Year's gag by a group of college runners in 1959, grew into a tribute to a beloved son, and has evolved over decades as a family's labor of love. With altitudes up to 6,500 ft. on the 72-mile course around scenic Lake Tahoe, this race is as fun as it is challenging.
Paul Simon to perform at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert series June 25
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2017 - 7:48pm
Iconic musician Paul Simon is bringing his U.S. Summer Tour to South Lake Tahoe on Sunday, June 25 as part of the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series at Harveys.
Tickets for An Evening With Paul Simon go on sale March 17 on Ticketmaster though VIP packages are available starting March 14. The show starts at 8:00 p.m.
Simon is the 7th evening of music already slated for the popular summer concert series.
Previous announcements:
Sammy Hagar and Slightly Stoopid added to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/07/2017 - 8:03pm
The list of artists booked for the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series at Harveys has expanded with the booking of Sammy Hagar and Slightly Stoopid, bringing the number of concert dates to six.
Hagar & The Circle featuring Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Vic Johnson start off the July holiday weekend with their July 2 concert in the arena. Tickets go on sale March 10.
Slightly Stoopid - Sounds Of Summer 2017 tour with Special Guests Iration, J Boog, The Movement makes a stop at he outdoor venue on Friday, August 4 starting at 5:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $37.50 each.
World Cup skiing and Celebrity Pro-Am events at Squaw Valley this weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/06/2017 - 1:40pm
With the Audi FIS Ski World Cup women's races at Squaw Valley starting on March 9, several other events will be going on at the North Lake Tahoe resort which include a concert featuring actor Dennis Quaid and his band The Sharks, and a Toyota Celebrity Pro-Am. Skiers participating in the Pro-Am include Quaid, Bret Saberhagen, Ed Begley, Jr., Ben Stiller, Bobby Kennedy, Jr. and Cheryl Hines. They will be joined by former and current U.S.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/25/2017 - 9:39am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is February 25.
EXPECT MOSTLY CLOUDY SKIES WITH SCATTERED SNOW SHOWERS TODAY, SO TAKE THE ORANGE OR ROSE TINTED GOGGLES. SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE… ENJOY GET SURFACE CONDITIONS… POWDER & MACHINE GROOMED CORDUROY AND SKIER-RIDER PACKED POWDER.
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Mostly cloudy with scattered snow showers. Highs: 26F to 31F. Southwest winds around 10 mph in the morning becoming light.
Rebelution and their Good Vibes Tour headed to Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 6:24pm
The summer concert schedule in South Lake Tahoe is starting to fill up with the addition of another one at Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harvey's outdoor arena.
“California Reggae” band Rebelution will return on Friday evening, June 30. The popuar band will be joined on their “Good Vibes” tour by Nahko and Medicine for the People; Collie Buddz; Hirie; and DJ Mackle.
Jack Johnson latest entertainer announced for Lake Tahoe outdoor arena at Harveys
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 10:54am
And then there were three.
The third concert booked for the summer of 2017 for the Harvey's Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert series has been announced. On July 28, singer-songwriter Jack Johnson will perform as part of his summer tour, bringing his popular blend of music to the South Shore. Presale ticket sales begin February 15 with public sales on February 17.
He joins Train with O.A.R. and Third Eye Blind as acts booked so far for the popular concert series.
South Lake Tahoe trio returns to town for TAP's Tahoe Boys Variety Show
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 9:46am
Event Date:
February 3, 2017 - 7:00pm
What does a member of the Blue Man Group, a Los Angeles musician and music teacher, and an actor and YouTube video star have in common?
They are all graduates of South Tahoe High School (STHS) and returning for a week of variety shows at local schools culminating with a special Friday night performance at MontBleu on February 3. 2017.
Brothers Nick and Chris Smith will make the way back to South Lake Tahoe from Hollywood with Sean Pawling as part of the Tahoe Arts Project's Tahoe Boys Variety Show.
Tower of Power heads to South Shore after two band members hit by train
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/19/2017 - 9:49pm
Two musicians with the legendary Bay Area R&B band Tower of Power remain hospitalized after being hit by an Amtrak train in Oakland on January 12. The other band members will still be performing on the South Shore at Harrah's Tahoe February 3 and 4.
The band's longtime drummer, 70-year-old Dave Garibaldi, is listed in "fair condition" but will remain hospitalized for a few more days as he recovers from head and facial injuries.
First artist announced for South Lake Tahoe's summer concert series
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 2:41pm
Event Date:
July 16, 2017 (All day)
Third Eye Blind will be celebrating their 20th Anniversary with Summer Gods Tour at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey's on July 16, 2017. This is the first concert announced for the popular summer concerts.
Their supporting act(s) have not been announced.
Third Eye Blind will, for the first time in their storied history, play their debut album, considered one of the great rock records of all time, in its entirety, as part of a night of music including their latest, We Are Drugs. They are touring 31 cities as part of the the tour.
Rosie "Mrs. Rosie" Borges 7/10/29 - 12/24/16
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/28/2016 - 6:22pm
Rosie Borges, known by most in South Lake Tahoe as “Mrs. Rosie” passed away in her sleep on December 24, 2016. She was 87-years-old.
Overnight shaking a sign that Lake Tahoe is earthquake country
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/28/2016 - 11:28am
People from the Central Valley of California to the middle of Nevada felt several earthquakes overnight, with the two largest recorded at 5.7 magnitude, followed by 73 other tremblors between midnight and 9:30 a.m. December 28, 2016.
Weekend full of Santa, holiday, films, theater and other activities in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/10/2016 - 9:53am
There is a full schedule of activites on the South Shore this weekend, plenty to do for the younger set as well as adults. Busy Santa can be found all over town!
Family Friendly -
Cruise with Santa aboard the M.S. Dixie II - Sunday, December 11, 2016, 12:00 – 2:00 pm, Cruise with Santa aboard the M.S.Dixie (530) 543-6191
El Dorado Community Foundation awards over $260,000 in grants
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2016 - 6:55pm
Major impacts to communities in El Dorado County were made possible through $264,905 in grants for 2016/2017 from the El Dorado Community Foundation.
Funding for the came from community members who invested in the foundation through Donor Assisted Funds. Those donating to the fund were able to engage in a new process this year by reading the grant proposals (55 were received) and the year-end reports of the non-profits applying for them.
Kenneth Charles Traum 1971 - 2016
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2016 - 7:45pm
Kenneth Charles Traum passed away suddenly at his home in Martinez, Ca., on Nov. 5, 2016.
He was 45.
Kenny was born on July 17, 1971, at Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley, Ca. He moved to South Lake Tahoe, Ca., with his mother, Judy, and brother, Mike, when both boys were toddlers. He attended pre-school at Under the Magic Pine Tree, followed by Meyers and Al Tahoe elementary schools, South Tahoe Middle School, and graduated from South Tahoe High School in 1989.
What to do in South Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 5:20pm
A list of what to do around the South Shore of Lake Tahoe November 25-27
The Improv at Harveys
The Improv at Harveys – Howie Nave: Host & Emcee, Shayla Rivera and Robert Duchaine, Wednesday – Sunday, November 23 – 27, 2016 The Improv presents the funniest names in comedy every week in the Cabaret Theater at Harveys Lake Tahoe! Shows happen at 9 pm every Wednesday through Sunday.
(775) 588-2411
Harveys Cabaret
Live Music at the Classic Cue Sports Bar & Grille
You can come on any night and expect one of their daily specials and activities to be going on.
(530) 541-8704
Location
Reno Jazz Orchestra mixes big band with gospel choir for Reno and Lake Tahoe holiday shows
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 11:14am
Event Date:
December 18, 2016 (All day) The spirit of Christmas comes to life as the 17 piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and Pat Ester’s Gospel Choir brings Christmas favorites, jazz, and soul - with a few surprises mixed in – for three performances of feel good, ‘get ready for the holidays’ music and song.
Each year the Orchestra presents a holiday show with a new theme; this year it's a festive combination of jazz and gospel.
Location
Nightingale Concert Hall, UNR
United States
See map: Google Maps
Veterans celebrated in South Lake Tahoe ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/11/2016 - 5:09pm
The largest crowd ever to attend the annual Veterans Day Celebration in South Lake Tahoe converged at the American Legion Friday as veterans and service men and women from all wars and military operations were remembered.
"Each of us are here today because of a veteran, those who fought to preserve our freedom," said American Legion Post Chaplain Curt Emrie as he opened the ceremony. "Pray for those who paid the ultimate price and always keep veterans near and dear to our hearts."
Squaw Creek New Year's Eve Grand Celebration Party
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 12:59pm
Event Date:
December 31, 2016 - 7:00pm Welcome 2017 in style! Join Squaw Valley’s classic New Year’s Eve party and enjoy a gourmet buffet dinner, entertainment, live band, dancing, party favors, and a champagne toast! Squaw Creek’s Grand Celebration is the ultimate way to ring in the New Year at Lake Tahoe. Beginning at 7 pm. Grand Sierra Ballroom.
Adults 21-and-over. Formal attire recommended.
Now through November 28 $75; November 28 through December 30 $95; December 31 $120. We also offer combo pricing for a limited time. Purchase one adult and one child ticket for $100 through November 28.
Location
Resort at Squaw Creek
400 Squaw Creek Road Olympic Valley, CA 96146
United States
39° 11' 58.8552" N, 120° 13' 2.388" W
See map: Google Maps
Happy birthday Nevada: How, when and where to celebrate Nevada Day 2016 events
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/28/2016 - 9:11pm
Nevada is one of the few states that celebrate its Admission Day, and boy do we throw a party. A parade, competitions of strength and facial hair, hot air balloons, bloody marys, a carnival, pow wow, and free chili are just a few of the festivities awaiting the capital city on Saturday.
The party begins Friday this year with a ribbon cutting celebration of the 'new' downtown. The Nevada State Museum hits its 75th Anniversary this year and will have a day full of fun and surprises. Keep reading to see where you need to take advantage of all the best this holiday weekend has to offer.
New and traditional Halloween parties on the South Shore for adults
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/27/2016 - 7:21am
The 38th Annual Freaker's Ball, Lake Tahoe’s largest, oldest and most extravagant Halloween party, brings the wild with a four-ring costume circus in the Convention Center, Opal Ultra Lounge and Blu Nightclub venues at MontBleu on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. Cost is $35 prior to Saturday, then $40 at the door if tickets are available. Costume contest with prizes.
On Friday, the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino holds the 2nd Annual Rockin’ Dead Halloween Bash inside Vinyl starting at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $25. Costume contest with prizes.
No One Fights Alone fundraiser for local woman battling cancer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/19/2016 - 10:12pm
Event Date:
October 21, 2016 - 9:00pm
South Shore resident Rosie Parker is fighting esophageal cancer, and a Lake Tahoe benefit concert is being held to help her and her family with growing expenses on Friday, October 21 from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at Cold Water Brewery.
“We are showing our love, we are showing our support for Rose,” said Cold Water owner Debbie Brown, “Our brewmaster’s wife was diagnosed with esophageal cancer back in August, and she is fighting the fight of her life.”
Flash flood warning for Emerald Fire and Little Valley Fire areas
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 9:27pm
There is a flash flood warning on Saturday for the Little Valley and Emerald Fire burn scars.
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued the warning for Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.
Another band of heavy rain is expected Saturday afternoon with rainfall rates over over 1" in three hours in the areas of the burns. The rain could trigger debris flows and rock falls, which have already been reported across Highway 89 near the Emerald Fire.
These rocks and debris may affect area homes and highways, the NWS said.
22nd annual Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson this weekend
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 8:34pm
Event Date:
October 1, 2016 (All day)
The 22nd annual Oktoberfest at Lake Tahoe will be held October 1 and 2 at the historic Camp Richardson Resort.
Oktoberfest Activities include German food and desserts, an owner and dog dress up contest, craft booths, face painting, pumpkin patch, balloon art, bouncy house, bungee platform, climbing wall, live music featuring the polka styling’s of the “Gruber Family Band,” and the event’s ever popular beer and wine garden.
Toy and Food Drive for Christmas Cheer on October 1
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/22/2016 - 10:48pm
Event Date:
October 1, 2016 - 12:00pm
New, unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items are being collected at the American Legion Post 795 in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, October 1, 2016, from noon until 5 p.m. at the Legion Hall at 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard.
All collected items will be distributed by Christmas Cheer to local children in need during the Christmas holiday.
Oktoberfest planned at American Legion in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/22/2016 - 10:26pm
Event Date:
October 1, 2016 - 12:00pm
A day full of German food, live music and Fall fun is being planned by the American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe as they hold an Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 1 from noon-5:00 p.m. at the Legion Hall in South Lake Tahoe.
Residents and visitors are invited to join members of the American Legion and the Ladies Auxiliary for the German celebration which will include the Cash Only Band. At the same time, Legion members will be holding a food and toy drive for Christmas Cheer.
Three rescued by Coast Guard on south end of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/20/2016 - 9:38pm
LAKE TAHOE - Three people were rescued after a distress call led the Coast Guard to the 25-foot vessel, JUST ENOUGH, as it was taking on water near the California/Nevada border of the South Shore of Lake Tahoe Tuesday afternoon.
The initial call came in at 3:00 p.m. and crews from Coast Guard Station Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County Sheriffs Department responded to the scene.
22 new certified staff members join Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/25/2016 - 8:29pm
When students make their way through the doors of classrooms in Lake Tahoe Unified School District on Monday, 22 new certified staff members will be there to greet them.
Al Tahoe Preschool: Michael Pulley, Early Childhood Education Specialist
Tahoe Valley Elementary: Chelsea Casey, Special Day Class
Lake Tahoe Environmental Magnet School: Anne Lafferty, Special Day Class and Leah Stockton, 1st Grade
Sierra House Elementary School: Jennifer Bronken, 4th Grade and Tamara Dupuis, School Nurse to be split with Bijou
Time change for Tahoe Summit with President Obama
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 1:14pm
Event Date:
August 31, 2016 - 1:30pm
Nevada Senator Harry Reid will host President Obama, California Governor Jerry Brown and California Senators Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer at the 20th annual Lake Tahoe Summit on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at Harvey's Outdoor Arena. Nevada’s homegrown band, the Killers, will also take the stage for a special performance.
The time for the summit has changed to 1:30 p.m. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Those attending can expect heavy traffic and road closures.
