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Ten on ballot for two open seats on South Lake Tahoe City Council
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 10:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Candidate paperwork is filed and we now know have a better picture of who willl appear on the ballot November 3 South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County.
For many positions the deadline was Friday, August 7, but if an incumbent chose not to run, that date was moved to August 12.
This story originally listed 11 candidates for City Council but Kevin Brunner did not get the reqfile. valid signatures to file.
As of Wednesday, August 12 at 5:00 p.m., the following candidates turned in their paperwork:
South Lake Tahoe City Council (Two open seats)
November ballot filling up with locals vying for several open seats
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are several candidates who turned in their paperwork to run for office by the August 7 deadline, but with no incumbents running for South Lake Tahoe City Council, the deadline for that office is extended through August 12.
As of Friday at 5:00 p.m., the following candidates turned in their paperwork (there still may be some in transit):
South Lake Tahoe City Council (Two open seats)
Bruce Grego, Attorney/Advocate
Leonard Carter, Retired
Daniel P Browne, Jr., Retired Businessman
Cristi Creegan, Business Owner/Volunteer
Lake Tahoe DAR hosts Wreaths Across America
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 4:00pm
Members of Lake Tahoe Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) joined groups from across the country on Saturday, December 14 for a Wreaths Across America ceremony. This was the first time it was held in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth thanks the community for their support
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 10:29pm
The South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth Organization would like to thank the following community members and businesses who so graciously helped our THREE Nevada State Championship Teams (13-year olds, 14-15 year olds, and 16-18 year olds) compete at the Regional Tournament for the Pacific Southwest with their donations! Over 40 local youth benefited from this generosity by getting to play at the “next” level (one step away from the World Series)! The players had an amazing experience thanks to the community support in our little town here on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. THANK YOU ALL!
DAR Daughters serve lunch to veterans at LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 4:48pm
Daughters of the American Revolution from Lake Tahoe Chapter, NSDAR, showed their patriotism and community spirit by providing hot lunches during finals week to the veterans who attend Lake Tahoe Community College.
Sleigh rides, Santa, cookies and fun at Holidays in History in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 2:47pm
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.
Kudos: Sierra House Elementary thanks Borges Family and Kim Harris
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/30/2018 - 9:40pm
The Borges Family came by Sierra House Elementary School on Tuesday, May 29 to give our 3rd-5th graders a taste of Lake Tahoe History. We had an amazing presentation of Emerson (played by Kim Harris 775-220-0605 kim@westernhistoryalive.com ) as she taught us about the Pony Express; why it came to be, what it was like and why it only in operation for 18 months. We had Sarah Winnemucca (played by Evie Bouette ) teach us a Washoe Indian dance and some of their traditions. We were up and moving and learning!
History of Transportation to Tahoe Talk at Camp Rich
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/28/2017 - 12:11pm
Event Date:
November 14, 2017 - 7:00pm Join the Lake Tahoe Historical Society as it presents “How Did We Get Here?” on November 14, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Historian Dr. Dave Borges will help us all understand Highway 50 road improvements from Tahoe to Placerville and what you can still see while on the road.
This exciting program will cover everything from Native American trade routes over the Sierra Nevada, to the 1859 Bonanza Road, tolls, railways and so much more. Our Lake Tahoe history is incredibly intriguing.
Location
Camp Richardson Hotel
1900 Jameson Beach Rd
South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 4.2108" N, 120° 2' 26.7756" W
See map: Google Maps
Tahoe Prosperity Center to host Tahoe Economic Summit
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/24/2017 - 9:24am
Event Date:
October 30, 2017 - 9:00am
The Tahoe Prosperity Center will host the first annual Tahoe Economic Summit on
Monday, October 30, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. The theme of the summit is “Building Community through the Sharing Economy.”
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.
Longtime LTCC Trustee Dr. Wenck retires after 42 years on board
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/16/2016 - 7:27pm
South Lake Tahoe - The year was 1974. Richard Nixon resigned as president, Patty Hearst was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army, All in the Family and Sanford and Son were number one and two on the top TV show list, gas was 38 cents a gallon and Dr. Frederick “Fritz” Wenck became an elected Board of Trustees member for Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC).
Fast forward to 2016 and Dr. Wenck retired from the board.
Laine and Collin, Measures P and T win
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 10:43pm
6:00 a.m. 11/9 Update: It took awhile for ballots to be counted, but 100 percent of the precincts have now been counted for El Dorado County and South Lake Tahoe. The results are unofficial as some mail-in ballots will still be tallied.
Former councilwoman Brooke Laine and hospital executive Jason Collin will be headed to the South Lake Tahoe City Council in what turned out to be a close race with local politics newcomer, Tamara Wallace. Current Councilwoman JoAnn Conner will not be returning for a second term.
SLT City Council results, the top two vote-getters win:
Get out and vote - Election Day 2016
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 9:38am
Many are ready for this election to be over the national level with the negativity surrounding the campaigns. On a local level there are several choices before voters.
If you have not already submitted your ballots, find your polling place here:
If you live in the South Lake Tahoe City limits, you are able to vote for two of ten candidates for City Council (in alphabetical order):
Brooke Laine
Dan McLaughlin
Jason Collin
JoAnn Conner
Letter: Long time educator asks for your vote for LTUSD board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 4:26pm
Hello South Lake Tahoe,
As you reflect on voting for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Education Trustee in Area 1, I respectfully ask for your thoughtful consideration.
Letter: Vote Larry Reilly for LTUSD board seat
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/02/2016 - 2:21pm
I am urging all voting members of Area 1 to support Larry Reilly in his bid to represent them on the LTUSD Board of Education.
Ask the Candidates: What question would you like to ask of your local candidates?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/04/2016 - 4:19pm
South Tahoe Now is offering a new feature this election season, Ask the Candidates. Send your questions of Douglas County (Lake Tahoe side) and South Lake Tahoe candidates candidates, and South Tahoe Now will ask, and get their answers.
Please send your questions to: southtahoenow.com/contact.
The local candidates are:
South Lake Tahoe City Council
Jason Collin, JoAnn Conner, Patrick Jarrett, Brooke Laine, Ted Long, Danny Laughlin, Harold "Trey" Walker III, John Shearer, Robert Topel, Tamara Wallace
Clearer picture now for November's elections in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/18/2016 - 8:33am
Deadlines for candidates interested in sitting on four local boards and councils have come and gone for most of the contests, so there is now a much clearer picture on the November elections.
There are now ten people interested in sitting on the South Lake Tahoe City Council. With a deadline of 5:00 p.m. on August 17, the last of the candidates submitted their paperwork just under the wire.
2nd annual South Tahoe Beach Wrestling Championships on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 12:51pm
Event Date:
July 16, 2016 - 9:00am
Beach wrestling is returning to South Lake Tahoe and everyone is invited to participate. Local wrestling coaches Ryan Wallace and Dave Borges are continuing with the success of their inaugural event in 2015, and holding their 2nd annual tournament on Saturday, July 16 at 9:00 a.m. on El Dorado Beach at Lakeview Commons.
Once again, South Tahoe Stand Up Paddle and the Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe are sponsoring the event along with the help of the South Lake Tahoe Police Activities League (PAL).
Slew of candidates needed for local positions this fall
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2016 - 6:42pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Unified School District, Lake Tahoe Community College and South Tahoe Public Utility District have all released advertisements, press releases and emails to the public, looking for candidates for their open seats this election season.
There will be two open seats for City Council, three seats for LTUSD School Board of Trustees, two for LTCC Board of Trustees, and two for the STPUD Board of Directors. All will be voted on during the next election, November 8, 2016.
Wenck won't seek reelection; Retiring from LTCC board after 42 years
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/06/2016 - 1:33pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) will be saying good by to Dr. Fritz Wenck this December as he leaves the LTCC Board of Trustees after serving for 42 years. Wenck is the current President and one of the longest-serving trustees in California’s community college system.
Not too late to participate in Tahoe Bike Challenge; Celebration June 18
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/11/2016 - 10:09am
Event Date:
June 18, 2016 - 12:00pm
For two weeks every year, Lake Tahoe area commuters, students and recreational riders get on their bikes instead of in the cars to get to where they need to go. This year's event started on June 1 and goes until June 14 so there are just a few days to make your bike rides count.
In addition to all the other reasons to participate (including that it is fun & free), the data collected goes to help show the need for bicycle paths and other infrastructure when we apply for grants and other funding.
Strength and Conditioning room and program to be added at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/10/2016 - 9:39pm
The very popular Sports Medicine program at South Tahoe High School just got a new counterpart, a Strength and Conditioning program and center. While Sports Med teaches students how to help athletes after injuries occur, the strength and conditioning program will teach students how to train in a way to prevent injuries.
At Tuesday's Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board meeting, the board voted 4-1 to add the Strength & Conditioning center with accompanying classes at STHS.
South Lake Tahoe woman facing brain cancer with friends, family and hugs
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/15/2016 - 9:35pm
"I will not let cancer define who I am. Cancer is not going to be my story."
Those powerful words come from South Lake Tahoe local Krista Kline Carson.
The 1989 South Tahoe High graduate, wife, mother and wellness coordinator for Barton University, is battling cancer after a tumor removed from her brain was found to be Stage IV Glioblastoma Multiforme, one of the fastest growing brain cancers. On Monday, January 18 she begins a six week regime of radiation and chemotherapy.
Wenck named LTCC Board President for tenth time
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/08/2015 - 11:25pm
Since Lake Tahoe Community College became a reality in 1974, Frederick "Fritz" Wenck, Jr. has been on the school's Board of Trustees. During Tuesday night's board meeting, fellow Trustees voted Wenck as the Board President for the tenth time.
Each year, during their annual organizational meeting, the Board of Trustees elects new leaders. As Kerry David ended his term as President, Karen Borges was named Board Clerk and Jeff Cowan the Presiding Officer.
"This will be my final term on the Board of Trustees," said Wenck. "I want to leave on a good, upbeat note."
Beach Wrestling Championships this weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/20/2015 - 9:10pm
Event Date:
July 25, 2015 - 11:00am
Beach wrestling has made it to South Lake Tahoe and everyone is invited to participate. Local wrestling coaches Ryan Wallace and Dave Borges are putting on a first for the area, the Inaugural Beach Wrestling Tournament will be held on the El Dorado Beach at Lakeview Commons on Saturday, July 25, 2015.
South Tahoe Stand Up Paddle and the Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe are sponsoring the event which gets under way at high noon. Registration and weigh-ins begin at 11 a.m.
Full entertainment schedule in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/02/2015 - 10:36pm
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
Genoa Cowboy Festival embodies Western Spirit
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/12/2015 - 6:17pm
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.
Letter: A "yes" on Measure F will help spur economic development
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/19/2014 - 8:19pm
Why should we care about investing in higher education in our local, state and national communities? According to a 2013 report by the Economic Analysis and Research Network in Washington D.C., "States can build a strong foundation for economic success and shared prosperity by investing in education.
Speed dating met politics in South Lake Tahoe candidate forum
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/09/2014 - 11:28pm
If the success of Thursday night's merging of South Lake Tahoe politics with speed dating is any indication, we should see many more forums done in the same format in the future. A much more educated and knowledgeable voter emerged from the evening's event at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Election picture clear with all candidates now known
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/15/2014 - 8:28am
With the filing deadline now passed, the list of candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council and City Clerk, South Tahoe Public Utility Board and the Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees is now known. These positions, along with the El Dorado County Supervisor for Area 5 will all be voted by local voters on during the November 4.
Nine Decades of South Lake Tahoe Memories
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/20/2014 - 11:02pm
Movies were in a Quonset hut where movie goers had to bundle up to fight the cold. Lake Tahoe was full of one way roads and a 2 room school. The switchboard operator knew where all 50 winter residents were at all times. Cattle walking down Highway 50.
The history of the south shore came alive last week at the Camp Richardson Lodge during the Lake Tahoe Historical Society’s “Do You Remember?” series.
Do You Remember? A History of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/11/2014 - 9:31am
Event Date:
April 15, 2014 - 7:00pm
Do you remember Oliver’s casino or the tree in the middle of Highway 50 or the first high school in South Lake Tahoe?
There will be a panel of longtime residents telling stories and answering questions about the past. Dave Borges will moderate.
Panelists include Carolyn Meiers, Jerry Johnson, Jack Martin, Del Laine, Steve James and Melba Rakow.
The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is putting on this event at the lodge at Camp Richardson on Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m.
Cost is $3 for non-members, no charge for members.
Something Blue Tahoe Wedding Expo
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Planning a destination wedding in Lake Tahoe? This video of the wedding expo at the Montbleu has everything you need to plan your wedding in Lake Tahoe from where to get the dress and tuxedo, to lakeside wedding venues, to an old-fashioned carriage ride for your grand entrance.
South Lake Tahoe Locals Shaving Heads on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 7:46pm
Event Date:
March 1, 2014 - 3:00pm
At least 77 of your neighbors and friends will be participating in the 3rd Annual South Lake Tahoe St. Baldrick's headshaving event on Saturday, March 1 at the South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena. What was developed by three businessmen from New York City in 1999 as a way to give back to their community has turned into over 1,000 nation wide events each year that are held to raise money to help find cures for childhood cancer. Since becoming a non-profit in 2005, St. Baldrick's Foundation has given out $125,251,567 in grants.
Foot of New Snow Allows Lake Tahoe Businesses to Get Back to Normal
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/01/2014 - 12:09am
Mother Nature dropped enough snow in the Lake Tahoe basin to allow many winter based operations to get back to business.
Borges Sleigh Rides hadn't been able to run their horse drawn sleigh rides over snow covered meadows since Christmas. On Friday, their staff was keeping busy while enjoying being on the snow again as the sun peaked from behind clouds.
Operations had shifted over to running carriage rides at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel. Those will continue, weather permitting, along with the sleigh rides.
New South Lake Tahoe Outdoor Sports Area Creates Snow When Mother Nature Fails
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 10:54pm
A lack of snow in South Lake Tahoe has caused local businesses to get creative in order to succeed. Over the next several days we'll be taking a look into what they're doing to make it.
Opportunities to go snowmobiling or go tubing down a run have been few and far between, that is, until now.
The South Lake Tahoe Winter of 51/52 and Other Great Stories
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 12:15am
Dubbed the "All Star Panel," a group of long time local residents shared stories of a South Lake Tahoe most of us never experienced. The seven panelists have lived in Lake Tahoe a combined 600 plus years and shared some great stories with the overflowing crowd at Camp Richardson Lodge on Tuesday evening. In fact, the number of long time locals in the audience was very evident since their combined years of living in Lake Tahoe was over 1880!
Dave Wakeman, South Lake Tahoe resident since 1947
Pumpkin and Pony Festival in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2013 - 5:58pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 13 2013 .
October 11, 2013 - 10:00am
October 12, 2013 - 10:00am
October 13, 2013 - 10:00am
Inaugural "Pony N Pumpkin" festival will be held over the weekend of October 11-13, 2013 at Forest Suites in South Lake Tahoe. There will be local food growers, games, pony rides and pumpkins! A percentage of all proceeds will be going to the following 4 non-profits (Lions Club, National Forest Foundation, Tahoe Youth and Family Services and Pony Express Territory Nevada).
The event is sponsored by Forest Suites and Borges Sleigh and Carriage Rides. For more information, visit their website.
David Borges. D.C. shares the history of SLT Airstrips and Airports
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/23/2013 - 10:56am
Event Date:
May 28, 2013 - 7:00pm The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is proud to host David Borges, D.C. as he presents a 40 minute Power Point presentation showing the six different South Shore airfields that were either proposed or built. Also covered will be the many airlines that flew into and out of the Lake Tahoe Airport. The conclusion will relate some mishaps that were photographed at the South Tahoe Airport. Join us for this free and interesting event at the historic Camp Richardson Lodge. Come early - seating is limited.
Location
Camp Richardson Lodge
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
United States
See map: Google Maps
Flash back 50-years with Barton Memorial Hospital
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 2:06pmEvent Date:
June 29, 2013 - 11:00am
From its beginnings in 1963, South Lake Tahoe residents envisioned a hospital and then built it with their time, energy, contributions and commitment. At times, they “literally” put hammer-to-nail to create the first-ever year-round health care facility at Lake Tahoe – Barton Memorial Hospital. In doing so, these committed individuals and families ensured a better future for future generations and 50-years-later we invite our community to celebrate the hospital’s dedication, growth and future.
South Tahoe Chamber to host a business mixer
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/18/2013 - 11:12amEvent Date:
March 21, 2013 - 5:30pm
The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce will hold a business mixer on Thursday, March 21. Borges Chiropractic and Tahoe Valley Pharmacy will host the event, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Tahoe Valley Pharmacy center, 2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd. (across from Staples near the “Y”).
The event is open to chamber members as well as the public and is free.
There will be food and prizes, including a pair of sunglasses valued at $160 donated by Lake Tahoe Eye Care. Other sponsors for donations include Tahoe Valley Pharmacy, Borges Chiropractic and Ross Groelz, DDS.
Christmas Cheer in need of food, toys; drop boxes available throughout South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 2:35pmChristmas Cheer is looking for donations of non-perishable food, new toys, or gently used toys. Please drop your donations at one of the following locations:
Friday is South Lake Tahoe Community Tree Lighting
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 2:17am
Event Date:
December 7, 2012 - 5:00pm
South Lake Tahoe knows how to throw a holiday bash and the one planned this Friday is sure to bring smiles, thrills and some welcome bliss after the weekend's series of storms.
The annual Community Winter Tree Lighting will be Friday at the California Visitor Center, 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe and runs from 5 to 7 p.m.
South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Picks New Board
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 10/21/2012 - 12:09pmThe South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce has announced its new board of directors. The Board of Directors meet the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at various locations. Go here for more information. The new board members are:
President - George Alm
Vice President - Mary Ann Van Buskirk
Lake Tahoe South hits payload with resort improvements, events and celebrations for winter 2012-13
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 1:34pm
Weeks away from when the snow will fly and pile up high, visitors to America’s favorite lake — picked by readers in USA Today — can expect a winter of epic content as Tahoe South resorts are poised with prime attractions, sizzling special events and a combination of unmatched outdoor recreation and nighttime amenities.
Western Days Meets the Wagon Train
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/28/2012 - 1:06amWestern Days Meets the Wagon Train at Lakeview Commons, 11 am to 2 p.m. Wagon Train will pull over for photo opportunities, Western Days will greet the Wagon Train with low cost pony rides for the kids provided by Borges ponies, and vendors with various offerings. For more information, call Vi Tara at (530) 694-3761 or JoAnn at (530) 544-7412.
Supper Stroll Storyteller Night hits home, raises money for South Lake Tahoe library
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/08/2012 - 10:45amLeadership Lake Tahoe produced a new kind of fundraiser on Ski Run Boulevard April 28 called the Unforgettable Supper Stroll and Storytellers’ Night. Event organizers Kalia Knutson, Jeff Sterns and Jeff Cowen aimed to combine three goals into an innovative event: raise funds for the Friends of the Library, promote local businesses during the shoulder season and highlight South Tahoe’s local history to promote pride in the community.
Who's Al in Al Tahoe Presentation
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 05/05/2012 - 5:19pmDr. David Borges, D.C., author, lecturer and historian will show homes and places of historical interest and other highlights in Tahoe's oldest neighborhood as part of the Lake Tahoe Historical Society lecture series.
We'll meet at 7 p.m. in the lodge at Camp Richardson. Free. refreshments served. Open to the public, bring your For information go to www.laketahoemuseum.org or call (530) 541-5458.
Shakespeare Festival, Thunderbird Lodge picked as top five places to visit in Reno-Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 11:09am
The votes are in and the people have spoken. The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival and the Thunderbird Lodge were picked by readers in a contest sponsored by the Nevada Commission on Tourism as two among five favorite "Hidden Treasure" (places to visit) in the Reno, Carson City and Lake Tahoe region.
Chautauqua Performance at Explore Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 10:36pm
She was a person of two worlds. Sarah Winnemucca Hopkins was a Northern Paiute Native American and Author of the book:” Life Among the Paiutes, their Wrongs & Claims.” (1883) Making her the first Native American to write a book in the English Language.
Join local performer Dianna Maria de Borges as she speaks a tale of bravery and courage during her classic impersonation of this remarkable Native American woman.
