christmas cheer
Teresa Diane Golden ~ 1944 - 2020
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:00pm
Teresa Diane Golden, known as Teri, passed away peacefully in her home on December 29, 2020. She was 76. Teri loved living in South Lake Tahoe. She was active in the Democratic Party, Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless, Christmas Cheer, the Drugstore Project, helping hikers on the Pacific Rim Trail, the AARP tax preparation, and many other endeavors. Teri was also a member of the Community Presbyterian Church and The Women of the Moose. Her neighbors described her as a loving and generous person.
Homeless coalition completes purchase of three South Lake Tahoe motels; move-ins begin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:37am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After Governor Newsom announced the state would be giving the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) almost $10 million, the local nonprofit quickly bought three motels to meet its goal of ending homelessness in South Lake Tahoe. The September announcement of the Project Homekey grant came with an end-of-the-year deadline so California communities would get the ball rolling on sheltering the chronic homeless.
Heavenly Village Turkey Drive gathers 350 turkeys for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/25/2020 - 1:14am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Christmas is going to be merrier for families on the south shore after an outpouring of support for those less fortunate this holiday season. There have been toy and food drives, and one of those recently held was by The Shops at Heavenly Village and Dreu Murin Productions.
Light Up the South Shore contest winners announced
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/23/2020 - 12:53pm
The inaugural Light Up the South Shore Holiday Contest lit up the community with some much-needed Christmas cheer. Over 50 businesses and residents competed with their festive displays for the five coveted awards. The contest was held by the Tahoe Chamber.
Congratulations to the winners:
Best in Show Award Winner: The Cork and More
Honorable Mention: South of North Brewing Company
The Clark Griswold Award Winner: Cold Water Brewery and Grill
Honorable Mention: Revive Coffee & Wine
Best Window Display Winner: Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe
Honorable Mention: Eagle Protect PBC
Food assistance in South Lake Tahoe through the holidays
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 4:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many people in the South Lake Tahoe area could use some extra help during the holidays, and local sources of free food are available to help ease some needs.
Bread & Broth will be open on Monday, December 21 and 28 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. with bags of food. Also, their Friday food bag operation will not be open on Christmas Day but will resume on New Year's Day, January 1, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. They are located at St. Theresa Grace Hall at 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe.
Howie's Top 20 favorite Christmas movies
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 10:14am
Christmas started early for this guy once the pandemic hit. I put my Christmas lights up over the 4th of July and for a short while started watching Christmas movies too to try and get that feel-good feeling happening. Okay, I also did it because I wanted to watch movies where no one was wearing a mask and hugging one another without fear of being exposed. I’ve always enjoyed movies for their pure escapism and who doesn’t want to escape what we’ve been through already ya know? I also like being wrapped around a movie completely.
Modified and successful Breakfast with Santa held at Heavenly Village
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/19/2020 - 3:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With most of the Heavenly Holidays events canceled at the Heavenly Village this year, one event was still able to be held - the annual Breakfast with Santa.
The breakfast, moved outside this year due to COVID-19, was held each Saturday in December with the guest stars, Santa and Mrs. Claus. A limited number of tickets were available and each breakfast sold out.
City of South Lake Tahoe allocates funds to help with propane, food, and to go containers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 3:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During the city council meeting on Tuesday, funds were approved to further assist the community during the pandemic.
Earn entries for Tahoe Chamber Go Local program with donations to Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 2:06pm
Christmas Cheer, the South Lake Tahoe-based food pantry, is in need of food to give to the local community. The Tahoe Chamber has teamed up with a chamber member who is matching donations of food and cash given to Christmas Cheer this season up to $1,500.
All donating with locally purchased items and donated funds are eligible for the Chamber's Go Local Passport program. Spending locally gives the donator entries into the passport's $500 grand prize.
What is needed most this week at Christmas Cheer are hams and turkeys.
Lucky Beaver Bar and Burger Toy Drive for Christmas Cheer a big success
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/08/2020 - 9:08pm
It was the first year the Lucky Beaver Bar and Burger at Stateline held a toy drive for the South Shore, and it was a big success with organizer Dreu Murin saying over $10,000 worth of toys donated to children in the community.
Christmas Cheer, the South Lake Tahoe nonprofit that helps feed locals in need all year was also in need of toys to help bring joy during such trying times. Tom Davis of Christmas Cheer joined up with Murin and other community members to organize the event which brought toys from far and wide to Lake Tahoe on December 6.
The Angel of Tahoe spreads Christmas cheer through South Lake Tahoe once again
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/08/2020 - 2:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to the generosity and giving heart of the “Angel of Tahoe,” Mrs. Lisa Maloff and her love for children, presents were purchased for over 100 Tahoe children this season. Due to the pandemic, Tahoe Youth & Family Services (TYFS) was unable to hold a Christmas party as they have done for the past three years. Mrs. Maloff made a sizeable donation to TYFS with the request for the nonprofit agency to help make the holiday season extra special for local children, something needed more than ever due to these challenging times.
Douglas County cancels public holiday events due to rise in COVID-19 cases
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 8:31pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. = After consultation with the Douglas County officials, the towns, public safety agencies, and Douglas County Emergency Management it was determined in-person public holiday events in the towns of Gardnerville, Genoa, and Minden have been canceled. This includes the 25th annual Parade of Lights hosted by the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce. County officials said the action was deemed necessary for the safety of the community, due to the most recent State directive limiting public gatherings to no more than 50 people.
Light Up South Shore homes and businesses for Tahoe Chamber contest
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/23/2020 - 4:55pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2020 - 5:00pm
Let's start dreaming of a BRIGHT Christmas! Get out your jingle bells, your silver bells, your boughs of holly, and your LIGHTS! The Tahoe Chamber in launching the Light Up the South Shore Holiday Light Contest to spark some holiday cheer, showcase our creative community, and illuminate the town.
Will we be bright enough to be seen from SpaceX and the Space Station?
Community food availability spots in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 4:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The local community has several different locations that offer food to those who find themselves needing extra groceries during not only the pandemic, but year-round.
The following is a list of locations at this time. All locations are in South Lake Tahoe unless otherwise noted:
Monday
Bread & Broth at St. Theresa Catholic Church Grace Hall foyer door
1041 Lyons Ave. 4:00- 5:30 p.m. A minimum of 4 bags of groceries (staples, fresh
produce, breads, and dairy (plus meat as available) will be provided. Families will receive additional bags.
53 South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits recipients of American Century Championship donation
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:10pm
Local nonprofits in the South Lake Tahoe area were presented with a record $250,000 in donations from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and American Century Championship as a result of money raised during the 2020 celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
Just as the popular golf event was unique and held without fans due to COVID-19 this year, it was a different type of ceremony handing out the money and the presentation of checks held virtually. Representatives from 53 nonprofits awarded the money were on the Thursday Zoom call.
SLT Council Candidate Douglas Williams
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/05/2020 - 2:39pm
South Tahoe Now reached out to all nine candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council and provided the same list of questions to each one of them. Once a day their answers will be published in the order received.
Today's candidate is Douglas Williams
Profession: Hospitality
How many years in SLT: 10 years
Column: Community health goes beyond health care
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2020 - 5:54pm
When we look at our community’s health, there are many other factors that determine a person’s ability to thrive - beyond health care services. Social determinants of health are defined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) as the conditions in places where people live, learn, work, and play that affect outcomes for health and quality of life. These determinants are complex, and can be deeply rooted; including income and employment opportunities, housing instability, food insecurity, family and social support, transportation, and adverse life effects.
American Legion's annual Toy Drive for Christmas Cheer on October 3
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/26/2020 - 2:20pm
Event Date:
October 3, 2020 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The American Legion Stella Van Dyke Post 795, the American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American Legion of South Lake Tahoe will hold their annual Toy Drive on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, from noon to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.
Barton's Attic Thrift Store serving needs of community prior to reopening
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/01/2020 - 8:36am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health's Attic Thrift Store in South Lake Tahoe hasn't reopened yet, but they are having several events to help those in the community facing challenges.
Tahoe Homeless Coalition housed 148 people this winter; New services now offered
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 9:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) had settled into their new winter home on 3rd Street in South Lake Tahoe when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, forcing them to look for a larger space to get more people off the streets.
The City of South Lake Tahoe opened its recreation center to the nonprofit as it was already closed due to the pandemic, allowing TCH to add more beds and services and become a 24/7 facility.
List of weekly food giveaways in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 2:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With many people and families struggling to keep food on the table during the pandemic, the South Lake Tahoe community is providing several weekly options as well as special days. Community support of volunteer time and donations has been overwhelming during these trying times.
Friday, May 15
The Nevada Food Bank will be at the parking lot of the American Legion with Christmas Cheer. The truck with fresh produce will be there from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
City Council votes to give $50K to local food sources; Works on business assistance plans
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/29/2020 - 2:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council voted Tuesday to give $50,000 to local charities who supply food to locals in need to help them meet the growing demand for food during the pandemic.
Bread & Broth, Bread & Broth 4 Kids, Christmas Cheer, Phoenix Food Pantry, and the Family Resource Center will all be getting a check for $10,000 each from the City to help fill their shelves to meet the need.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary donates $20,000 to local nonprofits amidst COVID-19 emergency
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/10/2020 - 12:37pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Due to the catastrophic impact of COVID-19, the Rotary Club of Tahoe-Douglas announced its immediate initial commitment and disbursement of $20,000 in cash grants to four South Lake Tahoe Community proactive support agencies - Tahoe Magic, Christmas Cheer, Giving Angels and Bread & Broth.
The club has been serving the South Shore community since 1965 and just completed an online auction in lieu of their normal annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration.
Christmas Cheer in great need of food donations
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 1:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Christmas Cheer is an emergency food pantry operating in South Lake Tahoe and, with an increased need with many out of work due to the current coronavirus situation, they are running low on non-perishable food supplies.
They have seen many more people than normal coming into their office and volunteers say it is putting a big dent on their supply.
Christmas Cheer and Nevada Food Bank teaming up for South Lake Tahoe food giveaway
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 1:31pm
Event Date:
January 17, 2020 - 11:30am
Christmas Cheer All Year and the Northern Nevada Food Bank have teamed up to provide fresh produce for those in need in the South Lake Tahoe community.
They will be at the American Legion parking lot from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2020.
The American Legion is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
Kudos: LTVA thanks community for their holiday donations
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 10:45am
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority would like to thank the community for their generous donations of toys, food and $900 in cash that was collected for Christmas Cheer All Year at the LTVA’s Nevada Visitors Center during December.
Thank you also to the South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association for their $500 donation.
Many local individuals and businesses stepped in to make the holidays a little brighter for those in need, and for that we are grateful.
Anne Sutterfield
Online & Operations Manager
Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
The sustainable message behind SnowGlobe Music Festival
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 4:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many know the annual winter SnowGlobe Music Festival in South Lake Tahoe as a gathering of electronic music fans in the cold outdoors, but they may not know about the behind the scenes efforts to make the event sustainable and to ensure they leave no trace behind where it comes to products used and trash.
To help them in these efforts, Waste Free Earth is on board to create an environment of sustainability through strict guidelines for vendors and sponsors, recycling waste bins throughout the event, and daily trash pickup and sorting.
Community comes together to make holidays special at Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/23/2019 - 2:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2nd annual Wish Tree at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) brought community members together to help make the holiday special for children.
The South Lake Tahoe Association of REALTORS® (STAR) would like to thank realtors and the local community for taking part with their donations to fulfill the wish lists of 50 children.
Holiday “Wish Tree” gift tags were crafted from the list provided by BGCLT and each child selected received two gifts, said Jana Nelson, co-chair of the program and STAR communications and public relations chair.
Christmas In Truckee
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 6:28pm
Event Date:
December 24, 2019 (All day) Join us this Christmas Eve downtown Truckee for caroling, candle lighting and nativity story. Bundle up and bring your Christmas cheer!
Location
Train Depot
10065 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161
United States
See map: Google Maps
American Legion to host annual Christmas Cheer toy giveaway
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 10:48am
Event Date:
December 19, 2019 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Christmas Cheer toy distribution for the holidays will take place at the American Legion Hall December 19-20, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All households must be preregistered to receive the packages.
LTVA a drop-off spot for toys, food and cash donations for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 9:21pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority will be a drop-off point this month for the annual Christmas Cheer toy, food, and cash drive.
Until December 17 they will be receiving items at their Stateline, Nevada Visitor Center location across the highway from Lakeside Inn at 169 US50. They are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble raise almost $4K for Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 2:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This year's Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble were once again successful, this time raising almost $4,000 for the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH).
The City of South Lake Tahoe and TCH were cosponsors of the event and are thanking the community for their support.
“This event just keeps getting better and better and that is thanks in large part to the community support,” said Recreation Superintendent Lauren Thomaselli. “This year's Turkey Trot was one of the best we’ve had and all raised money and donations for some very worthy causes.”
Heavenly Village tenants buy turkeys for Christmas Cheer families
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 9:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It started with a chat a few weeks ago between Tom Davis of the Christmas Cheer Board and Dreu Murin of the Heavenly Village. Tom had told Dreu there was a need for turkeys this holiday season in the South Lake Tahoe community.
Dreu then spoke with Gary Casteel Jr., owner of the Heavenly Village, and a plan for a Village Turkey Drive formed.
2nd annual Turkey Trot in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 10:34pm
Event Date:
November 24, 2019 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless and City of South Lake Tahoe are bringing back the popular Turkey Trot on Sunday, November 24. This second annual event to raise much-needed funds for the nonprofit and their seasonal Warm Room. The Trot is held at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd South Lake Tahoe.
9:45 a.m. - Gobble Wobble (10 and under) begins promptly at 9:45a
10:30 a.m. - 5k run for ages 11 and above
Hundreds in line as Whole Foods Market opens its doors in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 1:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the doors opened at Whole Foods in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday morning, the line that had wrapped around the building made its way into the much-anticipated store grand opening.
The line started forming at 6:00 a.m.
South Lake Tahoe produce giveaway
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 11:34am
Event Date:
October 18, 2019 - 12:00pm
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada has teamed up with Christmas Cheer again for a produce giveaway to the South Lake Tahoe community on Friday, October 18, 2019.
They will be at the American Legion in South Lake Tahoe from noon to 1:00 p.m.
No documentation is required, just show up and enjoy the fresh fruit and vegetables. The American Legion is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Community Toy Drive at South Lake Tahoe American Legion
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 8:07pm
Event Date:
October 5, 2019 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Help bring joy to a child this holiday season by joining in the Community Toy Drive on Saturday, October 5 from noon to 4:00 p.m. at American Legion Post 795.
There will be live music with Tony and Al, a raffle and silent auction.
Bring a new, unwrapped toy (no toy guns or toy knives please) and/or non-perishable food items for Christmas Cheer. Cash donations are also accepted.
The American Legion is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe. For more information, contact 530.318.3874.
Wine Walk kicks off Labor Day Weekend at Heavenly Village and South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 3:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is looked at as the end of summer. Labor Day Weekend is filled with holiday barbeques and picnics, and some last moments under the sun before the arrival of fall and winter.
Christmas Cheer and Northern Nevada Food Bank giveaway produce Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/28/2019 - 11:36pm
Event Date:
August 29, 2019 - 12:00pm
Christmas Cheer All Year and the Northern Nevada Food Bank have teamed up to provide fresh produce for those in need in the South Lake Tahoe community.
They will be at the American Legion parking lot from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 29.
The American Legion is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
Parade, food trucks and fireworks highlight South Lake Tahoe 4th of July
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 9:58pm
Event Date:
July 4, 2019 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is more to do in South Lake Tahoe on the 4th of July than watch one of the top fireworks shows in the west.
To start off the holiday, the City of South Lake Tahoe is organizing the annual 4th of July parade down Highway 50 from Ski Run Boulevard to Bijou Community Park on Al Tahoe Boulevard starting at 10:00 a.m.
South Lake Tahoe women celebrated with awards from Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 12:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Six women were honored this week by the Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club for their work in the community.
Ruby Award - An award created in honor of the first Soroptimist Federation President, Ruby Lee Minar. The gemstone ruby is associated with wisdom, importance, vitality, strength, power, and love. This year's recipient is Amy Jackson, someone who is always working for the future of Tahoe's youth in education, sports, and life
SnowGlobe gives back to the South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 7:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - SnowGlobe’s 2018 is over but their donations to the local community will continue for months, years and decades to come.
SnowGlobe donated fresh food, water, personal items and clothing to 11 local charities, including Live Violence Free, The Warm Room (Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless), South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center, the Lake Tahoe Boys & Girls Club, Christmas Cheer, Tahoe Youth & Family Services, St. Theresa’s Church and their Bread & Broth program, Focus, Case de Fida, and the Reno/Sparks Gospel Mission.
SnowGlobe teams up with Waste-Free Earth, Sugar Pine Foundation and others for sustainable festival
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 2:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many see the annual SnowGlobe Music Festival in South Lake Tahoe differently - some as a concert, others as noise. What many don't know is the sustainable platform organizers have established over the years.
Each year SnowGlobe and their partners Waste-Free Earth, Chris's Cleaning, Full Circle Compost and South Tahoe Refuse work together on reducing and reusing the waste created at the festival, and with the Sugarpine Foundation to plant trees for future forests.
Thank you South Shore Community
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/20/2018 - 10:32am
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority would like to thank the community for the donations of toys, food and $1,675 in cash, (including $800 from Reno-Tahoe Territory and $500 from South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association) that was dropped of for Christmas Cheer All Year at the LTVA’s Nevada Visitors Center.
We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our South Shore community.
Thank you to all the individuals and businesses who participated in making the holidays a little brighter for those in need.
With gratitude,
Anne Sutterfield
Online & Operations Manager
Vail Resorts gives $1.9M to 93 Tahoe-Truckee area nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 9:37pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their annual community grant EpicPromise celebration, 93 local nonprofits were awarded a total of $1.9 million in cash as well as additional in-kind product support. Across the company, Vail Resorts will give $11.4 million in support to more than 250 community non-profits over the upcoming year.
Each year Vail gives away money and product to groups serving the communities they have resorts located. For Kirkwood, Heavenly and Northstar, support was given to support the health and resilience of the Truckee and South Lake Tahoe communities.
American Century and LTVA award almost $79k to South Shore nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/09/2018 - 1:13am
Twenty-six local nonprofits were awarded $78,974 Thursday in donations from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and American Century Championship thanks to funds raised during the 2018 celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
“The continued support from our partners American Century Investments and NBC Sports means so much to this community,” said Carol Chaplin, president and CEO of the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority. “These contributions benefit so many in the South Shore a long time after the tournament ends.”
Meet the Candidate: Tom Davis promises to continue to be fair, open and listen to the concerns of all
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/05/2018 - 2:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, the current Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis gives his responses as he seeks re-election to the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Community toy and food drive in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/30/2018 - 10:52am
Event Date:
October 6, 2018 - 12:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Community Toy Drive benefiting Christmas Cheer will be held on Saturday, October 6 at the American Legion Hall starting at noon.
Music, raffles, food and Slow-Rollers Group Ride are all highlights of the day. If interested in taking part in the group ride on your bike, contact them at 530.544.3979.
Participants are asked to bring one new and unwrapped toy or a non-perishable food item.
Hot dog and hamburger meals will be sold at $10 per person.
Tahoe Women's Community Fund to honor two locals during Membership Celebration Dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/18/2018 - 10:13pm
The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF) will be celebrating two local women during their annual Membership Celebration Dinner on Tuesday, October 30, 2018, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Tahoe Beach Retreat. Tickets are on sale now for $35 each and can be purchased online at tahoewomenscommunityfund.org.
Everyone is welcome to attend, and it is the perfect opportunity to get to know the organization if you are not already a member.
Wine Walk at Heavenly Village a fundraiser for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/23/2018 - 9:22am
On Thursday, May 24, Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe will be the seen of a charity wine walk from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For $20, participants will go to participating stores and get a sample of wine from Carson Road Wineries of El Dorado County. Proceeds go to benefit Christmas Cheer, the year round charity that supplies food and other supplies to those in need.
There will also be food specials at the Village, along with a chance to win great prizes.
Stop by the booth in the middle of Heavenly Village to pay the fee and get your pass to a fun evening.
