benefit
Midsummer's Night Dream on the South Tahoe High stage
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/06/2015 - 10:30pmEvent Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Mar 21 2015 .
March 20, 2015 - 7:00pm
March 21, 2015 - 7:00pm
“The course of true love never did run smooth," wrote William Shakespeare in his most famous comedy, 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream.' Fans of the Bard are in for a treat as the talented South Tahoe High students present this famous play in the school's new, state of the art TADA Theatre March 13-15 and 20-22.
Midsummer's Night Dream will be presented with a Tahoe Twist and promises to keep you in stitches. Director Nannette Niven has a cast of 20 students including Bjorn Hedqvist, Stephanie Hernandez, Zoe Greco, Tyler Martin, Steve Huerta, Zane Brady, Hunter Turney and Jered Stowell.
Midsummer's Night Dream on the South Tahoe High stage
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/06/2015 - 10:26pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Mar 14 2015 .
March 13, 2015 - 7:00pm
March 14, 2015 - 7:00pm
“The course of true love never did run smooth," wrote William Shakespeare in his most famous comedy, 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream.' Fans of the Bard are in for a treat as the talented South Tahoe High students present this famous play in the school's new, state of the art TADA Theatre March 13-15 and 20-22.
Midsummer's Night Dream will be presented with a Tahoe Twist and promises to keep you in stitches. Director Nannette Niven has a cast of 20 students including Bjorn Hedqvist, Stephanie Hernandez, Zoe Greco, Tyler Martin, Steve Huerta, Zane Brady, Hunter Turney and Jered Stowell.
Barton receives $10 million donation to build a sports and wellness center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/04/2015 - 9:43pm
Just a few months after she donated $5 million to Lake Tahoe Community College, Lisa Maloff has made another large donation in honor of her late husband, Robert Maloff.
Barton Memorial Hospital is the latest recipient of Maloff's generosity. She made a $10 million gift to fund the building of a health and sports performance center on the Barton Memorial Hospital campus. The new center will be called the Robert Maloff Center of Excellence.
South Lake Tahoe getting closer to having new bike park
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/03/2015 - 11:44pm
Boulder, Colorado has one. Portland, Oregon has one. Even Roseville and Truckee, California have one. If plans go as they appeared to during a presentation at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, South Lake Tahoe will soon have one.
What is it?
"It" is a combination BMX track and mountain bike skills park which will be located at the city owned Bijou Park.
Bijou Bike Park Association (BBPA) and Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA) President Ben Fish laid out the proposed plan to the Council and community.
Placer County buying South Lake Tahoe motel; Demolition planned
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/25/2015 - 9:57pm
South Lake Tahoe may soon be one less aging motel along the main stretch in town. On Tuesday, the Placer County supervisors gave staff the go ahead to purchase the A & A Lake Tahoe Inn for $1.425 million. The county wants to have the motel's 34 tourist accommodation units (TAUs) so they can add hotel rooms at the north end of Lake Tahoe.
The south shore motel rests in a stream sensitive zone. If the purchase goes through, Placer County would give the motel to the California Conservancy for demolition and restoration while keeping the TAUs.
The Vagina Monologues 2015
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/20/2015 - 6:37pm
Event Date:
March 6, 2015 - 6:30pm V-Day South Lake Tahoe 2015
Presents a Benefit Performance of
THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES
Who: V-Day South Lake Tahoe
What: A benefit performance of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues, to raise
funds for Live Violence Free, Tahoe Youth & Family Services and Zawadisha
Where: Lake Tahoe Golf Course located at 2500 Emerald Bay Road
When: March 6th, 2015
Event Breakdown: (also available on eventbrite.com)
Location
Lake Tahoe Golf Course
2500 Emerald Bay Road
United States
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe to be start and finish line for Amgen Tour women's race
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/19/2015 - 11:10pm
Top women's cycling teams from around the world will converge on South Lake Tahoe for the Amgen Tour of California Women's Race title May 8-9. Fourteen teams will take part in the three stage cycling competition which will have both start and finish lines at Heavenly Mountain Resort's California Main Lodge
The race is sanctioned by Union Cycliste International, denoting the highest level for a non-World Cup event.
No dogs allowed — in the bar
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/16/2015 - 10:50pm
Chances are, the beast sitting on the bar stool next to you won’t be a real dog.
A measure heard Monday by the Senate Government Affairs Committee seeks to allow operators of stand-alone bars, saloons and taverns to allow dogs inside their establishments without interference from local government overseers.
But county health officials testified against Senate Bill 105, sponsored by Sen. James Settelmeyer, R-Minden.
Settelmeyer introduced the bill at the request of Karen Woodmansee, editor of the Virginia City News in Storey County. She also works at a local casino.
Humane Society to benefit from "All You Can Eat Chili" fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/09/2015 - 6:54pm
Event Date:
February 12, 2015 - 5:00pm
The Coyote Grill is hosting a night of chili and fun to benefit the Lake Tahoe Humae Society on Thursday, February 12 from 5 p.m. to closing. Their community favorite, Charity Chili, is just a $3 donation for all you can eat Chili.
For every bowl of chili purchased during the first two hours you get a free raffle ticket. You can also bring in any pet food donation for another free raffle ticket.
Free pet emergency kits will be handed out to attendees from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
The Humane Society will have the raffle prize drawing at 7:00 p.m.
Cal Tahoe JPA wants El Dorado County to pay up
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/04/2015 - 11:38pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Chief Jeff Meston gave a detailed explanation of the 14-year old California Tahoe Emergency Services Operations Authority (Cal Tahoe) during Tuesday's City Council meeting. At the end of it one message was clear: El Dorado County needs to pay up.
Coldwell Banker McKinney & Associates celebrates its 30th anniversary
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/20/2015 - 10:50pm
Coldwell Banker McKinney’s team of over 30 professionals has been providing services for clients since 1978 in South Lake Tahoe. Their award winning office in the heart of the community and they call themselves the most established and experienced real estate company in the City.
Op/Ed: Working Together for Common Solutions
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 9:33pm
As the incoming Chair of the 15-member Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board, this promises to be a hopeful and exciting year. 2015 will be full of opportunities, but also challenges, for the continued protection of Lake Tahoe.
The number one priority among our challenges is funding shortfalls. Federal and state funding that has paid for environmental restoration and protection efforts at Lake Tahoe for years is drying up and new approaches need to be pursued.
Caesars rolls the dice in bankruptcy court
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 10:26am
Casino company Caesars Entertainment (CZR), the owner of Harrah's and Harvey's in Lake Tahoe, announced early Thursday that it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court in Chicago for its main operating unit in an attempt to beat back an effort by some creditors who filed their own bankruptcy plan in Delaware on Monday. They claim the company has cheated them.
Balance Class offered at SLT Library, Part 2
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/08/2015 - 2:50pm
Event Date:
February 28, 2015 - 10:30am Join the Friends of the Library for the second of two BALANCE CLASSES on February 28 at 10:30 a.m. Come to enhance your functioning; rollback your age, and reduce your fall risk. There's more to it than strengthening. For optimal benefit, we ask that you attend both sessions. Wear comfortable clothes to do as much or little exercise as you choose and bring a bath towel.
Led by Jim Gallanty, a Physical therapist for 20 years, Guild certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Tahoe local for 35 years.
Please note, space is limited.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Balance Class offered at SLT Library in 2 Parts
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/08/2015 - 2:46pm
Event Date:
February 21, 2015 - 10:30am Join the Friends of the Library on Feb. 21st and 28th, both Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., for BALANCE CLASS. Learn how to enhance your functioning; rollback your age, and reduce your fall risk. There's more to it than strengthening. Find out at a two session seminar. For optimal benefit, we ask that you attend both sessions. Wear comfortable clothes to do as much or little exercise as you choose and bring a bath towel.
Led by Jim Gallanty, a Physical therapist for 20 years, Guild certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Tahoe local for 35 years.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe's Year in Review - 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 8:58pm
The following is a summary of accomplishments during 2014 by the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Strategic Priority: Fiscal Sustainability
The most important issue facing cities and local agencies is continued steadfast attention to the budget, both short term and long term fiscal impacts.
· Implemented “budget watch” approach to financial analysis; a year-long effort evaluating state, national and global economic impacts for South Shore economy, and capital investment opportunities
South Lake Tahoe's Year in Review - 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 8:50pm
The following is a summary of accomplishments during 2014 by the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Strategic Priority: Fiscal Sustainability
The most important issue facing cities and local agencies is continued steadfast attention to the budget, both short term and long term fiscal impacts.
· Implemented “budget watch” approach to financial analysis; a year-long effort evaluating state, national and global economic impacts for South Shore economy, and capital investment opportunities
LTCC students, graduates and local employers to benefit from new website
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/27/2014 - 9:12pm
A new, free website boasting an array of career-related services is now being offered by Lake Tahoe Community College. Current students and graduates of LTCC can use a number of online tools there to find and apply for jobs, while local employers can use it to post jobs and search for qualified applicants.
South Lake Tahoe prepares for SnowGlobe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/23/2014 - 12:54am
The stages were being set up Monday at the Community Play Fields in South Lake Tahoe. Large tents could be seen from Al Tahoe Blvd as work crews were busy getting things ready for SnowGlobe which will be in South Lake Tahoe December 28-31.
Residents in the neighborhoods surrounding the fields and Lake Tahoe Community College received a letter recently from the City of South Lake Tahoe, alerting them that the three day outdoor concert is once again coming to the South Shore.
Kudos: LTVA & South Tahoe Refuse thank the community
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/22/2014 - 6:02pm
Recently the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, in conjunction with South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling, conducted a “drive and drop” at the LTVA’s California Visitors Center, and curbside collection on regular pick-up days. Once again we were overwhelmed by the generous response from our South Lake Tahoe community. Together we collected over 1,500 pounds of food and toys to benefit Christmas Cheer all Year, plus over $1,200 in cash, $1,000 of which was donated by the Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe.
"Social Media: A Different Kind of Networking" subject of Tahoe Chamber training
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/20/2014 - 11:17pm
Event Date:
January 14, 2015 - 9:00am
If you're new to social media or if you don't know the benefits it could yield for your business, this workshop will help you derive a deeper understanding of different social networks.
This workshop will help business owners:
- Discover which social networks to dedicate time to
- How to create comprehensive campaigns for maximum efficacy
- Create a content strategy and manage a content calendar
- Learn to use FREE tools to make social networking easy
... and more!
Social media isn't going away. You simply need to learn to use it to your benefit and we'll help you figure that out.
Jingle Jog Holiday Fun Run to be held in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/04/2014 - 12:31am
Event Date:
December 13, 2014 - 10:00am
The Jingle Jog Fun Run is a great opportunity dress up in your wackiest holiday gear, the perfect attire to partake in a holiday run!
The 5k and Kid's Fun Run will be held on Saturday, December 13th at 10 a.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College with prizes awarded for best race times.
Registration begins at 9am and races will begin at 10 a.m.
Registration for the Kids Fun Run is $10.00 and the 5K is $29.00. Proceeds benefit Youth Activity Scholarships though Athletes United.
The Woz partners with Hard Rock to raise money for local schools
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/03/2014 - 11:58pm
Like many visitors to South Lake Tahoe, Steve and Janet Wozniak love visiting our mountain paradise and come to town as often as possible. It was on one of their frequent trips to the Hard Rock Cafe inside Harvey's Lake Tahoe that they met Kimberly Templeton, Lake Tahoe Sales Manager for the chain and a friendship formed.
Wozniak, co-found of Apple Computer, and his wife Janet were in town Wednesday night to help raise funds for Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD).
4th Annual Shred for Sushi Rail Jam
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/02/2014 - 6:35pm
Event Date:
December 10, 2014 - 5:30pm On Course Events has teamed up with Sushi Pier once again to produce the 4th Annual Shred for Sushi Rail Jam Competition. The event will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the parking lot next to Sushi Pier, located at 177 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Stateline, NV.
Location
Sushi Pier Tahoe
177 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Stateline, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Winter Wine, Spirits and All that Jazz
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/26/2014 - 4:36pm
Event Date:
January 17, 2015 - 7:00pm An evening of wine tasting and dancing to benefit The Brewery Arts Center (BAC). Enjoy entertainment and the arts across the entire campus in this interactive festive celebration. Experience the finest vineyards, exceptional wines, great music and dancing. There will be a live jazz orchestra and light hors d'oeuvres.
Tickets available online and will be available to pick up at the BAC office prior to the event or at Will Call the night of the event.
BAC is located at 449 W. King St., Carson City, NV. Their phone number is 775-883-1976.
Location
Brewery Arts Center
449 W. King St.
Carson City
United States
See map: Google Maps
Steve Wozniak at Hard Rock Cafe to raise funds for LTUSD
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/25/2014 - 9:30pm
Event Date:
December 3, 2014 - 7:00pm
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, aka the Woz, will be in South Lake Tahoe to help raise funds for Lake Tahoe Unified School District. In partnership with the local Hard Rock Cafe, Wozniak will autograph any laptops, iPhones, t-shirts or other personal items brought in for a suggested donation to LTUSD.
Shop local and support women at 4th Annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/22/2014 - 11:57pm
Event Date:
November 29, 2014 - 10:00am
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 4th Annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Nov. 29, from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Bona Fide Books,1069 Magua Street in Meyers, CA. All vendor space fees benefit the Zawadisha Fund.
El Dorado County Food Bank gets funds for No Vets Go Hungry Program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/19/2014 - 11:13pm
The Veterans Affairs Commission awarded the Food Bank of El Dorado County $9,000.00 through its El Dorado Veterans Fund at El Dorado Community Foundation to support its No Vet Goes Hungry Program. The Food Bank’s No Vet Goes Hungry Program is a homebound delivery of nutritious emergency supplemental groceries to ensure no veteran goes hungry in El Dorado County. This program will provide veterans food and other information regarding resources available to them from other veterans programs and services in the county.
Lake Tahoe November Concert Scene
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/08/2014 - 8:35pmFabulous Lake Tahoe's concert report for November 2014.
http://fabulouslaketahoe.blogspot.com/2014/11/november-2014-in-tahoe-bassnectar.html
November 01 Drought Relief @ Cabo Wabo
The Blokes @ 968 Park Hotel
Live Music w/ Steve and Tom @ Gar Woods
November 02 DJ Chris English @ Cabo Wabo
November 03 Cash Only Band @ Cabo Wabo
November 04 The Connor Party @ Cabo Wabo
Open mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Family Night at Festival of Trees and Lights
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/04/2014 - 1:01pm
Event Date:
December 5, 2014 - 5:00pm Stroll through a holiday wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights on decorated Christmas trees and holiday decor! Vote for your favorite tree in the Festival's "People's Choice Award" contest. Settle down to watch the entertainment, bid in the silent auction, enter the raffle, get a family photo with Santa, and take the kids to Teddy Bear Hospital. Kids can stop by the Gingerbread Junction, where they can write a letter to Santa and drop it in the giant mailbox for express delivery to the North Pole.
Location
Harrah's Lake Tahoe
15 Lake Tahoe Blvd (Hwy 50)
Stateline, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Public Viewing at Festival of Trees and Lights
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/04/2014 - 12:55pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 07 2014 .
December 4, 2014 (All day)
Event Date:
December 5, 2014 (All day)
Event Date:
December 6, 2014 (All day)
Event Date:
December 7, 2014 (All day) Stroll through a holiday wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights on decorated Christmas trees and holiday decor! Vote for your favorite tree in the Festival's "People's Choice Award" contest. Settle down to watch the entertainment, bid in the silent auction, enter the raffle, get a family photo with Santa, and take the kids to Teddy Bear Hospital. Kids can stop by the Gingerbread Junction, where they can write a letter to Santa and drop it in the giant mailbox for express delivery to the North Pole.
Location
Harrah's Lake Tahoe
15 Lake Tahoe Blvd (Hwy 50)
Stateline, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Paint & Sip at Hard Rock Cafe to raise money to fight hunger
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/03/2014 - 9:32pm
Event Date:
November 10, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Hard Rock Cafe will be hosting two fun evenings that will be full of painting and socializing in the name of childhood hunger.
Paint & Sip at the Hard Rock will benefit WHYHunger.org's "Imagine No Hunger" program. On both November 10 and December 1, participants will learn how to paint a 16' x 20' canvas from a professional artist. All the materials needed will be provided.
The cost is $40 per person. Ticket & select Beer and wine sales will directly benefit WhyHunger. The event starts at 6 p.m. at the Hard Rock Cafe inside Harvey's.
Letter: Measure F will provide new pathways
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/30/2014 - 10:35pm
I’ve lived in South Lake Tahoe for 22 years, and I’m the Dean of Career & Technical Education and Instruction at Lake Tahoe Community College. I'd like to share a few stories about students I’ve known through my work at LTCC, and how Measure F will provide new pathways to create many more great stories like these – stories about young people whose lives were changed because of the programs and opportunities available through our local community college.
Time for Barton's Cheeseballs and Holiday Faire
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/30/2014 - 10:07pm
Kick off the holiday season at the 44th Annual Holiday Faire. On Sunday, November 9, community members and visitors of all ages are encouraged to attend this merry event.
Barton Auxiliary volunteers and employees from The Attic, Barton’s thrift store, have selected their favorite holiday and winter donations to sell. Treasures available for purchase will include jewelry, crystal, antiques and collectibles, holiday decorations, winter wear, vintage dolls, purses, and other gift items.
Letter: Please Vote Yes on H
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/29/2014 - 2:18pm
As supervisor of Lake Valley’s wildfire prevention program for almost 10 years, I have witnessed a great change in our community’s awareness and understanding of our biggest hazard. However, I can honestly say that we have so much more work to do. For less than $10 a month, you can both safeguard our community and move our economy forward. Wildfire prevention is cheaper than suppression. Residents will continue to receive free curbside chipping. Local tree and roofing contractors will continue to benefit through rebates.
End to decade long battle between USFS and environmental groups
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/23/2014 - 11:37pm
Environmental groups concerned that the 2004 Sierra Nevada Framework Forest Plan failed to protect old growth forests and associated wildlife species, was not consistent with national environmental laws so they filed suit.
A coalition of conservation organizations led by Sierra Forest Legacy and including the Center for Biological Diversity, Natural Resources Defense Council, Sierra Club and The Wilderness Society have signed a settlement agreement with the U.S. Forest Service, ending the decade long battle.
Matt Marhefka Benefit
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/14/2014 - 7:06am
Event Date:
November 1, 2014 - 1:00pm On August 26, 2014, South Lake Tahoe resident Matthew Marhefka was in a serious dirt bike accident and suffered a broken neck which resulted in his being paralyzed from the neck down.
He recently had neck surgery and the results were successful. His spine is now stable but due to the severe spinal cord injury he remains paralyzed from the neck down. According to family friends, the doctors have hope that he could possibly regain feeling and or movement to his hands and arms.
Op/Ed: Voting For LTCC’s Measure F Makes Tahoe Safer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/13/2014 - 10:02pm
Wait, what? Safer? Yes! As a 20-plus-year South Lake Tahoe resident and a recently retired FBI agent, I have experienced Lake Tahoe Community College as a student, a guest speaker, and as an occasional criminal justice instructor. Over the years, these connections have proven to me just how essential LTCC is in giving our local youth a pathway towards a productive future.
Mayor declares Public Employee Recognition Day
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/11/2014 - 12:22am
There has been a lot of anger and disappointment among the ranks of employees in the City of South Lake Tahoe over the last few years as they went through budget cuts, staff cuts, benefit cuts and a lack of raises.
"Our City Council is in a unique position," said Mayor Cole. "We understand the disappointment of our employees."
Special City Council meeting unveils successful negotiations to reduce liabilities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/10/2014 - 11:49pm
To avoid going down the bankruptcy path as many cities had to over the past few years, the City of South Lake Tahoe today adopted resolutions to restructure the wage and benefit packages of its employees.
The new wage and benefit plans include a mixture of more clearly defined benefits and contributions. It was the undefined plans of the past that caused $25M in unfunded liabilities.
In front of a packed council chambers full of firemen and other staff, City Manager Nancy Kerry unveiled the results of negotiations between five of the six employee groups and the City.
Benefit for South Lake Tahoe toddler diagnosed with Leukemia
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2014 - 3:30pm
Event Date:
October 16, 2014 - 6:00pm A fundraiser has been scheduled for the three year old daughter of a South Lake Tahoe family who was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. Mackenzie Bogart needs the help of our community as she and her family prepare for the next step in her care.
The Bogarts have been long-time Tahoe skiers and snowboarders. Their four children all compete in the local USASA Snowboard Circuit and are dedicated to providing a recreational outlet for their children.
Location
Steamers Bar & Grill
2236 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
Douglas County seeks Community Block Grant applicants
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/02/2014 - 11:07pm
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is expected to allocated $2.3M to communities in the form of grants that fit the categories of community facilities, planning and capacity building, economic development, micro enterprise programs, and low/moderate income development.
People are now able to apply for the Community Development Block Grant program in Douglas County. The public is invited to provide ideas, comments and potential projects.
New interactive science exhibit coming to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/28/2014 - 10:05pm
The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded $150,000 to the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) to create a new, interactive public exhibit at the Tahoe Science Center, located in Incline Village. The exhibit will merge the results of citizen science with TERC’s new, real-time monitoring network that is being installed around the lake to understand and improve the clarity and health of Lake Tahoe’s shoreline.
Op/Ed: Letter to Governor Brown in Support for SB 850
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/26/2014 - 8:52pm
This letter was given to South Tahoe Now for publication.
September 26, 2014
Governor Jerry Brown
c/o State Capitol, Suite 1173
Sacramento, California 95814
Re: Support for SB 850 State Senator Block – Pilot Baccalaureate Program for
California Community Colleges
Dear Governor Brown:
I am writing to you to urge your signature into law of SB 850 (“The Bill”) by State Senator Block. The Bill as is valuable to our State’s future to increase the education and training of residents of our State.
49,000 customers to benefit from proposed Liberty Utilities power line upgrade
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/21/2014 - 9:31pmThe TRPA, U.S. Forest Service and the California Public Utilities Commission have released a final environmental impact report on the proposed electrical system upgrade in North Lake Tahoe by Liberty Utilities.
The proposed 625 and 650 Electrical Line Upgrade Project would consist primarily of an upgrade of Liberty Energy's existing 625 and 650 electrical power lines and associated substations from 60 kilovolt to 120 kV, to allow the entire North Lake Tahoe Transmission System to operate at 120 kV.
Chili Cookoff and Fall Festival held Satuday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 7:48am
The 3rd Annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off is at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center Saturday, September 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
There will be live entertainment, a cake walk, raffles, vendors and a chili tastings as well as events for the whole family. Admission to the event is free. More information can be found on the website at www.goldenbearevents.com.
Local non-profits will benefit from the event. The South Tahoe Cancer League, Lion's Club, American Legion Post 795, Christmas Cheer and the Lake Tahoe Humane Society are among the recipients.
Changes on the South Shore: Edgewood's new lodge, new look
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/11/2014 - 11:29pm
Editor's note: This is part of a series on all of the change going on in South Lake Tahoe. We'll be updating you with photos and news.
Ground won't break until May on the new Edgewood Tahoe Resort but the golf course is already undergoing major changes to prepare for the big project. Trees have been cleared, the 9th hole has been reconfigured and made into a par 3, and a 10 foot tall fence is being erected around the construction site.
The new pier has already been constructed and will allow guests to boat to the resort.
September 2014 in Tahoe: The Verve Pipe, Air Supply
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/07/2014 - 7:21pm
Sept. 1-4 Burning Man decompression w/ Bhudda Lounge & Bhudda Bass @ 968 park Hotel
September 01 Cash Only Band @ Cabo Wabo
DJ Lambchop / Daytxna @ Fat Cat Cafe
September 02 Jesse Kalin @ Cabo Wabo
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Sept. 3-7 Will Durst / David Gee @ Improv at Harvey's
September 03 Open Mic w/ Jesse Kalin @ Cabo Wabo
Hypha, Professor Stone, DJ So freaky, IJV @ The Grid
Sept. 4-6 Dyer Maker @ Cabo Wabo
September 04 Kylan Johnson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Graham Marshall Group @ Moody's Bistro
Sept. 5-7 Autumn Food and Wine Festival @ Northstar
LTCC to receive $17,085.85 check from Liberty Utilities
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/03/2014 - 9:22pm
Energy saving improvements at the Lake Tahoe Community College will soon pay off financially when Liberty Utilities presents a check for $17.085.85 to the LTCC board of directors on September 9.
The check represents all of the rebates the college was eligible for after the improvements were used on campus starting in 2013.
Local mixologists complete in 5th Annual Signature Cocktail Contest
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/01/2014 - 9:22pm
Event Date:
September 24, 2014 - 5:30pm
Local bartenders will be competing for top honors on September 24 at the popular Cocktail Contest put on by the Barton Foundation.
Attendees will be tasting a variety of creations while enjoying a raffle, music by Jesse Kalin and heavy appetizers, The annual event is at the Riva Grill from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
All proceeds benefit community health and wellness.
Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door until sold out.
