christmas cheer
LTVA’s Drive & Drop for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/13/2014 - 3:04pm
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Repeats every day until Sat Dec 13 2014 .
December 8, 2014 - 9:00am
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December 9, 2014 - 9:00am
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December 10, 2014 - 9:00am
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December 11, 2014 - 9:00am
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December 12, 2014 - 9:00am
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December 13, 2014 - 9:00am The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and the South Tahoe Refuse Company team up this holiday season to make giving to Christmas Cheer easier than ever. The LTVA’s Drive and Drop for Christmas Cheer takes place Monday, December 8 through Saturday, December 13, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Drive through the Visitor Center parking lot at 3066 Highway 50, South Lake Tahoe, and drop your donations of food or toys into the bins provided by South Tahoe Refuse.
Location
Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority CA Visitor Center
3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
Dream Spirit to make Music at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 2:21pm
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December 13, 2014 - 11:00am The Friends of the Library are excited to present Dream Spirit Baroque Band on December 13 at 11 a.m. Enjoy a morning of festive music featuring traditional Christmas tunes, and popular classics. This performance at the South Lake Tahoe Library is the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. Refreshments will be served.
The event is free but we would love for you to bring non-perishable food items for donation to Christmas Cheer.
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South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Christmas Cheer's food pantry pilfered by bears
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/15/2014 - 10:35pm
Bears apparently found the food pantry at Christmas Cheer All Year too good to pass up on Monday night. Board Member Tom Davis reported that bears broke into the food pantry and helped themselves to the food used to feed those community members in need.
Christmas Cheer All Year is asking for the community’s support with food and monetary donations as they begin to restock their shelves.
Annual Holiday Parade
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/14/2014 - 7:21am
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December 13, 2014 - 3:00pm Would you like to take part in the 3rd Annual Holiday Parade in South Lake Tahoe? Entries are now being accepted for this fun event which will take place on Saturday, December 13 at 3 p.m.
The parade route will begin at Ski Run Blvd and make it's way down Highway 50 to the Y.
All profits will go to the local food pantry, Christmas Cheer, who feeds approximately 1,000 families a month.
Families and businesses are welcome to participate for a fee of $50 per entry. Scout and school groups can participate for free though registration is still required.
Hard Rock Casino gives back to the South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/07/2014 - 10:17pm
Months before they are scheduled to open, the Hard Rock Casino of South Lake Tahoe donated goods and materials from the former Horizon property to several local charities.
The company has a history of local philanthropy, and South Lake Tahoe will be no different.
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.
Lake Tahoe ALS and local charity ice bucket challenge in the lake on Sunday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/29/2014 - 2:50pm
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August 31, 2014 - 3:00pm
Many people living in areas affected by the drought are feeling guilty about participating in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, so organizers in South Lake Tahoe have given it a new twist.
On Sunday, August 31 at Lakeview Commons, there will be a community wide bucket challenge to raise money for both ALS and local charities. They are asking people to bring their own 5 gallon bucket and $10. At 3 p.m. participants will stand in the water at Lakeview Commons and fill their buckets up with water and have some fun.
Novasel and Curtzwiler tell audience why they should win County Supervisor race
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/31/2014 - 12:26am
There are a few buzz words that are evidently going to be used during the El Dorado County District 5 Supervisor race this summer and fall.
Economic Vitality - An economy with sufficient jobs, products and services to support the community. A sufficient tax base provides citizens with police and fire, parks and recreation and public services needed by the population.
Garden Tour at South Lake Tahoe home on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/23/2014 - 6:45pm
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July 26, 2014 - 2:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe garden of John and Cathy Hindmarsh will be on display Saturday, July 26.
The showing of the garden is hosted by Aspen Hollow Nursery at the Hindmarsh home located at 642 Tehama Drive. Stop by between 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.. Refreshments will be provided and donations to Christmas Cheer are welcome. The event is free and open to the public.
This July featured garden is the first installment of the "South of
South Shore" 2014 open garden tour. The garden was designed and constructed by John Fellows of Aspen Hollow.
Date and Location Change for El Dorado County District 5 Candidates Forum
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/14/2014 - 10:33pm
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July 29, 2014 - 6:30pm
A candidates forum for the El Dorado County District 5 Supervisor race will be held on July 29th at 6:30 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps (CCC) Tahoe Center building in Meyers.
The forum was rescheduled from it's original date of July 22.
TahoeChamber, Tahoe Daily Tribune and Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will host the forum in anticipation of the November election in which two candidates, Kenny Curtzwiler and Sue Novasel, will campaign for the position to be vacated by current Supervisor Norma Santiago.
Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills “Day of Giving” at the Food Bank of El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/23/2014 - 9:48pm
Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills’ IT Shared Services division offered its community “Day of Giving” services to benefit the Food Bank of El Dorado County. About 50 volunteers arrived at the Food Bank warehouse Tuesday to sort and bag food for three hours, racking up more than 130 hours in volunteer services. In the days leading up to their “Day of Giving”, Blue Shield employees hosted a department wide food drive bringing in 230 pounds of food for El Dorado County’s at-risk population.
Supervisor Candidate Kenny Curtzwiler: Stop With the Bleeding of Our Financial Resources
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/04/2014 - 6:56am
South Tahoe Now sent a questionnaire out to all of the candidates for El Dorado County Supervisor. We will be posting them in the order received.
1) What do you see as the Number 1 issue facing residents of District 5? Outside consultants, developers and various other alphabet agency’s telling us the same thing over and over again on what we need. The County and community has already done the work on what decisions need to be made with the final decisions being made by the residents of our area.
South Lake Tahoe Hunger Issues Addressed in Meeting and Food Distribution
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/24/2014 - 8:39pm
The Food Bank of El Dorado County was in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday to accomplish two things: Distribute emergency food supplies to locals in need, and to hold a meeting with South Lake Tahoe agencies who assist people living with hunger.
In 2013, the El Dorado County Food Bank distributed 1.8 million pounds of food to county residents with a value of $3,000,000. The agency is not county funded and gets their food from donations, private donors, growers, businesses and the USDA.
Community Kudos: Money Raised at Mixer Distributed to Two Charities
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/20/2014 - 5:34pm
The TahoeChamber Board of Directors Chair Tamara Hollingsworth (center) presents two checks to Carol Gerard (L) of Bread and Broth and Wilma Thomas (R) of Christmas Cheer All Year.
TahoeChamber raised a total of $3,500 for the charities during the Annual BAHM! for Charity at Riva Grill in January.
Polar Bear Plunge into Lake Tahoe for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/14/2014 - 12:30amEvent Date:
February 16, 2014 - 12:00pm
The Tahoe Keys Polar Bear Plunge is Feb. 16. People will be taking to the water at 356 Ala Wai. Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe at noon.
Registration and check in is from 10-11:30am.
This is a fundraiser for Christmas Cheer. For more info, email ltpolarbear@yahoo.com or call 800.916.0900.
Opinion: Alone We Can Do So Little; Together We Can Do So Much
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/01/2014 - 5:26pm
Helen Keller wrote those words many years ago yet they continue to be very relevant today. As I look forward to 2014 I also like to reflect on another one of my favorite quotes, this one from Ghandi, "you must be the change you wish to see in the world."
As a community that is in the midst of change, we can be reminded of these quotes as we move forward and live in a town we're both proud of, and a vibrant part of.
A Time of Giving: STAR Spreads Good Cheer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/26/2013 - 10:17am
The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) has spent the last several months spreading good cheer to local non-profits. They gave Christmas Cheer All Year $5,000 prior to the holidays and have now given both Tahoe Youth and Family Services and Live Violence Free $5,000.
A Time of Giving: The South Lake Tahoe Community Helps Others Through Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/22/2013 - 12:56am
You've most likely seen the bins around town, covered in wrapping paper and notes asking for toy donations for Christmas Cheer. The call for toys being needed for children in the South Lake Tahoe community went out, and the community responded.
South Lake Tahoe's 2nd Annual Holiday Parade on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/13/2013 - 5:13pm
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December 14, 2013 - 3:00pm
The 2nd Annual South Lake Tahoe Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 14. Spectators will line the parade route from the top of Ski Run Blvd to TJMaxx at the Y. When the parade starts the forecast is sunny and 40 degrees.
Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority’s Drive and Drop for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2013 - 8:05am
South Lake Tahoe residents in need will be the beneficiaries of the Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority Drive By Food & Toy Drive being held this week.
Bins for Christmas Cheer will be available in front of the LTVA California location at 3066 Highway 50 across from Rojo's and Snowflake Drive-In through December 14 from 9 am to 5 pm.
Christmas Cheer feeds over 400 families regularly, all year long, and the need for wholesome meals is even more important to those with children who are out of school at the holidays. For more information call 530-541-5255
Santa Run in South Lake Tahoe on Sunday to Raise Funds for Local Charities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/29/2013 - 10:37am
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December 1, 2013 - 4:30pm
The 2nd Annual Santa Run will be bringing out runners in all of their holiday costume as they run from Blue Angel Cafe on Ski Run, up the hill to the end at Himmel Haus. It will be held on Sunday, December 1 at 4:30 pm.
You'll see Santas, elves, presents and whatever other costumes the runners can come up with as they run the mile long course. At the end of the run there will be door prizes, a buffet and prizes awarded to the top three finishers in costume and best costume.
Holiday Parade to Benefit Christmas Cheer
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/22/2013 - 5:36pm
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December 14, 2013 - 3:00pm The 2nd Annual Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 3 pm. The parade will run a route from the top of Ski Run Blvd to the Y.
American Century Golf Championship Distributes Over $145,000 to Local Non-Profits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 5:54pm
Twenty-eight area nonprofits were awarded $85,000 in donations from the 2013 American Century Championship. In a ceremony on Thursday, the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority distributed the checks through funds raised during the annual celebrity golf tournament.
Christmas With Dream Spirit at South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 7:27pmEvent Date:
December 14, 2013 - 2:00pm
Enjoy an afternoon of festive music provided by Dream Spirit. Featuring traditional Christmas tunes, and popular classics, this performance is the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library.
Free event but it is requested that you bring non-perishable food items for donation to Christmas Cheer.
Photos with Santa at the South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 7:25pmEvent Date:
December 7, 2013 - 10:30am
Listen to a holiday story. Sing along to live Christmas Carols provided by the Blue Ribbon Choir. Fun holiday crafts to make and take home with you. Free picture of children with Santa. Refreshments provided by Mont Bleu Resort.
Free event but it is requested that you bring non-perishable food items for donation to Christmas Cheer.
Movies in the Morning at South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 7:24pmEvent Date:
November 23, 2013 - 10:00am
It's Holiday Movie Time at the South Lake Tahoe Library!
Coffee, donuts and Irving Berlins classic movie, ’Holiday Inn’, starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire.
Free event but it is requested that you bring non-perishable food items for donation to Christmas Cheer.
November Skibum
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 1:48am
The State of the City address by the Mayor was upbeat, informative and a real pat myself on the back (if any of them actually could) and see all the positive things we have done to improve the city while sugarcoating on how we actually got to a balanced budget.
23rd Annual Lake Tahoe Toy Run to Benefit Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/02/2013 - 12:44pm
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October 5, 2013 - 12:00pm
This event, spearheaded by a group of local motorcycle enthusiasts, is one of the largest fund raisers for Christmas Cheer in South Lake Tahoe. Christmas Cheer is a non-profit organization, dedicated to providing food to needy family's year around, and Christmas toys to underprivileged children in our community. With record numbers of people in need in our community, we would appreciate any and all donations for prizes to be raffled at our Toy Run. With the holidays just around the corner, and when the need is the greatest, we plan to assist Christmas Cheer in their mission.
South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts keeps Christmas Cheer doors open with $5k donation
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/19/2013 - 6:01pm
Christmas Cheer, one of South Lake Tahoe’s local food banks, could not open its doors on some Sundays this fall from lack of available funds and contributions. The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) came to the rescue with a $5,000 donation that will significantly replenish the shelves at the food bank for the 400 households it serves.
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for making the holidays special for people
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/05/2013 - 6:00amChristmas Cheer All Year / Love Your Neighbor Food Pantry has much to be thankful for since the challenging and exciting Christmas season.We would like to thank Mary Luckel and Brotherhood for the ...
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks to participants in Nail Trims for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/22/2013 - 6:00amAlpine Animal Hospital raised $2,050 for Christmas Cheer this holiday season. We would like to thank all of our clients and fuzzy friends who helped make this 22nd annual edition possible. Alpine A...
Annual Holiday BAHM! for Charity
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 12/30/2012 - 6:42amJoin TahoeChamber.org at Riva Grill, 900 Ski Run Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe for an evening of celebration, and help the South Shore community to start off 2013 on the right foot.
Proceeds from the event will be donated to our local food bank, Christmas Cheer and Bread and Broth. While everyone is feeling the effects of the struggling economy, please join us in efforts to provide food to the less fortunate in our community.
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for helping my family have a wonderful Christmas
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/29/2012 - 6:00amThe Anderson Family wants to thank Christmas Cheer for donating an awesome Christmas for our Family! On Dec. 20, my husband and I showed up at the doors of Coldwell Banker to receive our food and p...
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for helping with the turkey giveaway
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 10:33amOn Dec. 19, the Rotary Club of South Lake Tahoe donated 60 turkeys to Christmas Cheer to give to local families at their Annual Community Christmas Distribution. Funds from the club and individual ...
Run like Santa — or faster — to raise money for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/18/2012 - 2:00amSanta Run to Benefit Christmas Cheer, Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/17/2012 - 12:31pmEvent Date:
December 20, 2012 - 5:15pm
In cooperation with the Himmel Haus, Blue Angel Café, and Rainbow Mountain, the Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the first annual South Tahoe Santa Run to benefit Christmas Cheer and the HSSF Scholarship Fund on Thursday, Dec. 20th, regardless of weather.
“Running in Santa costumes for charity is a fun, win-win situation to me!” said Zakariah Latzka, Himmel Haus owner. “We are excited to be involved in helping the community that has so graciously embraced us and our business.”
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Has Begun Its Holiday Route
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 7:56amThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has begun handing out candy canes from the decorated fire truck driving throughout the community through Dec. 23. Each night, the holiday truck will make its way through specific sections of the City and the complete schedule is listed below.
These scheduled dates will be dependent on the weather, and may be changed due to driving conditions or emergency responses.
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
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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.
Alpine Animal Hospital hosts 22nd Nail Trim for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 11:52pmEvent Date:
December 1, 2012 - 4:00pm
Alpine Animal Hospital is proud to announce that we are continuing our 22-year tradition of offering the “Holiday Cheer Nail Trim Promotion” to benefit Christmas Cheer through the month of December.
We have raised over $29,000 and lots of canned food in the past years for Christmas Cheer. Last year alone, our “Holiday Cheer Nail Trim Promotion” raised over $2,000.
Skibum: A whole lot left with 'The Hole'
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/12/2012 - 11:28am
Follow the money trail on the “Hole” fiasco and you will find a mess. When the hole first stopped all of the reasons that were given by Randy Lane were false, wrong and an outright lie to the people of South Lake Tahoe. The real reason work was stopped was due to the two liens filed by two Nevada companies that did work and never got paid.
American Century delivers $64,500 to Lake Tahoe South nonprofit organizations
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 4:53pm
The 2012 American Century Championship continues to benefit Tahoe South as the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority distributed $64,500 to 23 non-profit groups through funds raised during the annual celebrity golf tournament.
Skibum: The nuts and bolts of 'The Hole'
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 9:47pm
Follow the money trail on the “Hole” fiasco and you will find a mess. When the hole first stopped all of the reasons that were given by Randy Lane were false, wrong and an outright lie to the people of South Lake Tahoe. The real reason work was stopped was due to the two liens filed by two Nevada companies that did work and never got paid. In California when there is a lien on a job all work stops until the contractors are paid, no money no work.
Lake Tahoe Toy Run to benefit Christmas Cheer
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/30/2012 - 10:11amEvent Date:
October 6, 2012 - 10:00am
The 22nd annual Lake Tahoe Toy Run is Oct. 6. All proceeds benefit Christmas Cheer. Line up at Horizon casino in Stateline at 10am Saturday, October 6th and departure at noon to Brother’s Bar & Grill at 888 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe. Entry fee is one new toy.
Live music, food, drinks and a raffle will continue at Brother’s until 6pm.
For more information, call Mary Luckel at (530) 416.4166.
Coyote Grill Welcomes 'Christmas Cheer' to 'All You Can Eat Chili'
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 9:01am
The Coyote Grill welcomes 'Christmas Cheer' to 'All You Can Eat Chili' today, Thursday, from 5 p.m. to closing. Coyote Grill will donate 20 percent of all proceeds to Christmas Cheer, the food pantry serving the South Lake Tahoe area.
The Coyote Grill dishes up 'All You Can Eat Chili' every Thursday and donates 20 percent of all proceeds to each beneficiary.
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Kudos & Kindness: Christmas Cheer thanks K&K
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/29/2012 - 6:00amChristmas Cheer would like to thank K&K services for their excellent workers and vehicle. Kudos from Virginia and the crew.Virginia BuffingtonSouth Lake TahoeCopyright 2012 Tahoe Daily Tribune. All...
Organizations benefit from Good Neighbor Donation Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 04/06/2012 - 6:11pmTahoe Youth & Family Services and Christmas Cheer received more than $5,000 and a 12-foot trailer full of donations collected during Good Neighbor Donation Day on March 31.Good Neighbor Donation...
Chamber members donate cash, food to Christmas Cheer
Submitted by admin on Thu, 03/15/2012 - 10:30pm