Christmas
Start off the holiday season at the Winter Bazaar
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/25/2015 - 6:15pmEvent Date:
November 14, 2015 - 9:00am
The inaugural Winter Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2015, at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is open to the public and will feature stocking stuffers, gifts for Hanukkah and Christmas, and small prizes for attending. Food will be offered for sale by Seniors, Inc. The Senior Center is located at 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Widespread prescribed burns around Lake Tahoe in coming weeks
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 5:18pmNorth Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service will conduct prescribed fire operations next week in multiple locations around the Lake Tahoe Basin. Operations are planned near Incline Village, Tahoe City, Meyers, Stateline and Zephyr Cove. Operations may continue over the next several weeks as conditions allow.
Current Projects:
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District - 8 acres near Warrior Way
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District - 25 acres near Hwy 50/Kingsbury Grade
Prescribed burning is more than just igniting fuels
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:02pmWith more than 4,000 acres of land in the Lake Tahoe basin being burned by the U.S. Forest Service annually, prescribed burns have become an important part of keeping forests healthy.
On Thursday, I followed the Tallac Hotshots as well as Engines 41 and 42 from the U.S. Forest Service as they burned an eight acre parcel off Grass Lake Road in Christmas Valley.
Prescribed burning to resume in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2015 - 6:53pmExpect to see smoke in the Christmas Valley and Meyers areas of the South Shore as the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit begins prescribed fire operations on Saturday, October 17. They plan to start the season by burning 122 acres of hand piles near Grass Lake Road off southbound Highway 89. They will continue on the project over the next several weeks as conditions allow.
Expect to see smoke travel in a north/northeast direction.
What is a Chautauqua?
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/17/2015 - 9:34pmThis is the second year the Lake Tahoe Historical Society has put on a Chautauqua, yet many people are unsure of what one is.
Chautauqua was a very popular adult education movement in the United States during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Named after Chautauqua Lake where the first was held, Chautauqua assemblies expanded and spread throughout rural America until the mid-1920s.
Former US President Theodore Roosevelt was quoted as saying that Chautauqua is "the most American thing in America."
Canned food accepted at Fall Festival and Chili Cook-Off for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/11/2015 - 8:00pmThe 4th Annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off will be held on Saturday, September 12th, from 10:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. at the Recreation Complex on Rufus Allen Blvd in South Lake Tahoe.
Admission to the event is free. Besides the few dozen local vendors and chili chefs, there will be free games and prizes for the kids, All attendees receive a free door prize ticket for all attendees.
Policies on Champions Plaza and funding non-profits created
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/01/2015 - 9:49pmResidents go to the City for a number of requests, and in order to make sure procedures are followed on those requests, new policies were created Tuesday during the South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting.
A Champions Plaza Recognition Policy was created in order to know how to handle the expected requests for names to be placed at the new venue at the corner of Highway 50 and Lakeview Avenue. The sculpture was selected earlier this summer.
South Tahoe Public Utility District to install 72 new fire hydrants
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/29/2015 - 8:24pmConstruction action on the corner of Black Bart Avenue and Pioneer Trail has had many people curious since this is normally a quiet spot, and has been since the post office left his location years ago.
South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) is having 72 new fire hydrants installed on the South Shore and their property at this corner is the staging area for the contractor on the project, White Rock Construction.
Tahoe's Howie Nave headed to Vegas as inductee of Nevada Broadcasters Hall of Fame
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 12:40pmLake Tahoe radio host, standup comedian and emcee of the Improv at Harveys, Howie Nave is among 62 Nevada radio and television personalities and managers who will be inducted into the Nevada Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame this Saturday in Las Vegas.
Nave, who has been with KRLT FM 93.9 as host of “Howie’s Morning Rush” at Lake Tahoe for nearly 15 years, will be inducted at the Four Seasons Hotel. He joins the ranks of more than 800 broadcasters from around Nevada who make up the Hall of Fame.
Never too early to plan for Polar Express on the V & T Railroad
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/10/2015 - 9:52pmTickets to board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride via the Virginia & Truckee Railroad, the annual Carson City family holiday tradition, go on sale online beginning August 20. (www.vtrailway.com)
Mountain Bike Festival in Meyers this weekend
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/08/2015 - 11:31amEvent Date:
August 8, 2015 (All day)
The 3rd Annual Meyers Mountain Bike Festival is going on Saturday and Sunday, August 8th and 9th in the parking lot of Divided Sky It brings together the biking community, especially those that enjoy bicycles on dirt in beautiful Lake Tahoe.
It is full of events from rides and demos of equipment to a BBQ and Beer Garden.
SATURDAY - AUGUST 8
Sign Ups @ Dirt Lot - Corral Trailhead bottom - 8 a.m.
Demos/Shuttle - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
After Party @ The Divided Sky
SUNDAY - AUGUST 9
History of Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking at Meyers Mountain Bike Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/05/2015 - 12:27pmSouth Lake Tahoe mountain bike pioneer, Gary Bell, owner of Sierra Ski and Cycle Works, is sponsoring a History of Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking Exhibit at the Meyers Mountain Bike (MTB) Festival on Sunday, August 9, 2015.
“I want to help people understand the roots of Tahoe mountain biking, and how it’s evolved over the past three decades,” says Bell.
Location
Divided Sky Restaurant
Hwy 50
United States
See map: Google Maps
Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/12/2015 - 8:58am
Event Date:
September 12, 2015 - 10:00am The fourth annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off is building for Saturday, September 12, 2015, at the South Tahoe Recreation Complex on Rufus Allen Blvd.in South Lake Tahoe. The event will start at 10:00 a.m. with vendors and a vintage car show. Vendors will offer products and services for the home, including items like hand crafted furniture and lamps, small plants, local artists and authors, candles, and gift items. Liberty Energy, the Lake Tahoe Humane Society, Christmas Cheer, and the Cancer League will be on hand to explain the services available for our community.
Local man killed in single car accident on Luther Pass
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/08/2015 - 7:22pmIcy and wet conditions on Highway 89 over Luther Pass on Thursday, June 4 may have been the reason for a single car accident that resulted in the death of a 23-year old Markleville man.
Nathan Hansen, a South Tahoe High graduate, was driving over the summit just north of the Alpine County/El Dorado County line at approximately 1:49 p.m. when he left the roadway and crashed into a large tree.
Letters to the Editor: Yet Another Fee
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/29/2015 - 10:55pmTo City Manager of South Lake Tahoe, City Council
RE: motel housing
Honorable City Manager and City Council,
I am writing to you out of concern about the possible new ordinance regarding motel housing. In the past six years I have been involved with working for and advising various properties. The seven different properties opened my eyes to a separate part of our community that goes mostly unnoticed.
Christmas Cheer All Year's "Superwoman" Joanne Shope being honored
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/25/2015 - 7:42pmEvent Date:
May 28, 2015 - 5:30pm
The community is invited to an evening of celebration and honor, maybe a little roasting, and lots of good cheer for Joanne Shope, who has been the backbone of Christmas Cheer All Year for the past 20 years.
The celebration will take place at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course, located at 2500 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe, CA.
Top women cyclists coming to Lake Tahoe; Amgen Tour course goes through town
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/23/2015 - 11:55pmExciting times for South Lake Tahoe in May as the community shines on the international stage as the location of the first stage of the Amgen Tour of California. Fourteen teams consisting of 84 of the top professional women racers will be in town for the race May 8-9, 2015. The racers consist of Olympic medalists, World Champions, Tour de France competitors and other cyclists from the National and International field.
Many of the teams have already been in the area getting ready for the Lake Tahoe stop on their tour. As we get closer to May 8, more of the participants will be in town.
Lake Tahoe Home & Garden Show on Friday and Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/23/2015 - 9:33pmThe fourth annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held on Friday, April 24th, and Saturday, April 25th, at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex at 1080 Rufus Allen Blvd. The show will be open to the public on Friday from 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm, and Saturday, from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Snow expected to fall into Wednesday morning
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/07/2015 - 9:19pmSnow has been falling steadily in South Lake Tahoe all day, bringing much needed water to the region.
In Christmas Valley, on Beaver Brae, almost a foot of snow was report by 8 p.m. on April 7 with a couple of more inches expected overnight.
The forecast calls for the system to move out of South Lake Tahoe by 6 a.m. with a slight rainfall expected mid-morning.
The high on Wednesday is expected to be 46 degrees, with a low of 21.
Days will warm up with a high of 51 on Thursday with a low of 25.
Both Friday and Saturday have forecast highs of 54 and lows of 26.
Forest Service resumes fire operations at a dozen locations around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/28/2015 - 10:57amJoint fire operations by the Nevada Division of Forestry and U.S. Forest Service are resuming in the Lake Tahoe area.
Depnding on weather conditions, South Shore operations will take place on Gardner Mountain near STHS and off of Gardner Street, in Christmas Valley, Luther Pass near Grass Lake, on Ski Run Blvd. near Heavenly Valley, on lower Kingsbury near Easy Street, Logan Creek Drive and southwest of Meeks Bay. On the Northern half, activity will be seen in the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park north of Spooner Summmet off Hwy 28 and at Memorial Point near Sand Harbor.
Prescribed fire operations continue next week around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/13/2015 - 10:19pmSeveral different areas around the Lake Tahoe basin have been tapped for continued fire operations.
Over 700 acres will be burned north of Tahoma near Elizabeth Drive, southwest of Meeks Bay, on Gardner Mountain near South Tahoe High School and Gardner Street, Christmas Valley, Luther Pass near Grass Lake, and Ski Run Boulevard near Heavenly. On the East Shore, operations may take place near Logan Creek Drive and off Highway 28 north of Spooner Summit.
Operations will last through the next several weeks as conditions allow.
Tahoe Keys Polar Bear Plunge to raise funds for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/12/2015 - 8:20pmEvent Date:
February 15, 2015 - 12:00pm
Jumping into the lake in the dead of winter is normally a very chilly task but this year's participants in the Third Annual Tahoe Keys Association Polar Bear Plunge will have sunny skies and temperatures in the low 60's.
Spectators and participants will be at the Tahoe Keys Pavilion on Sunday, February 15. Sign-ups will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and the plunge starts at high noon.
Lake Tahoe fire operations will continue next week
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/07/2015 - 12:18amOver 700 more acres of slash pile still remain to be burned around the Lake Tahoe Basin as part of the California Tahoe Conservancy, Nevada Division of Forestry and U.S. Forest Service fire operations.
Lake Tahoe snowmobilers face fines if they cause resource damage
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/06/2015 - 12:00amA lack of the snow in the Sierra Nevada isn't just hurting water supplies, it's also hurting vegetation around popular snowmobiling routes.
This preventable problem is being seen around the lake where snowmobiles on too little snow creates ruts in the soil and crushes vegetation.
The U.S. Forest Service is asking snowmobilers to shift their activities to locations with adequate snow coverage, within permitted snowmobile areas. Snowmobile operators should avoid bare dirt and patchy snow and should not ride across streams or over small trees or brush.
Tickets selling quickly for 21st Annual St. Theresa's Crab Dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/27/2015 - 9:02pmEvent Date:
February 13, 2015 - 6:00pm
St. Theresa Catholic Church is hosting the 21st Annual Crab Dinner on Friday, February 13, 2015. The event will take place at Grace Hall, on the corner of Highway 50 and Lyons Avenue in South Lake Tahoe, right next to the church.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. with cocktails and a silent auction, the crab dinner starting at 7 p.m., followed by the dessert auction at 7:45 p.m. If that weren't already enough, there is a raffle and live auction beginning at 8:30 p.m.
What to do in Lake Tahoe When There Isn't Much Snow? Bike or Hike at Rabe Meadow
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/24/2015 - 9:46pmThe following originally ran in South Tahoe Now on January 21, 2014 as part of a series of stories about winter activities when there isn't much snow:
Since there is a lack of snow through the Sierra Nevada, visitors and locals in the Lake Tahoe basin are enjoying things that are normally reserved for the summer months.
STAR donates to South Lake Tahoe non-profits this winter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/23/2015 - 12:32amThe South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) gave a total of $15,000 to three area non-profits this holiday season to feed families as well as secure essential upgrades to community centers/programs.
STAR gifted $5,000 to Christmas Cheer All Year’s Food for Families, which resulted in $11,400 worth of fresh food from Raleys supermarket. Through this initiative Raleys was able to purchase items at wholesale while selecting various items that were in more demand. For every $1 donated to Christmas Cheer results in more than $2 worth of food.
Kudos: Tahoe Chamber thanks the community for generous donations to charity
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/16/2015 - 11:30pmTahoe Chamber thanks the community for supporting local food banks at the Annual BAHM! for Charity at Riva Grill on Thursday, January 15. Over 100 people attended and together we raised $3,650 for charities Christmas Cheer All Year and Bread and Broth. We couldn’t have been more pleased with the turnout and the amount of donations we received. We’d like to thank Riva Grill for hosting the event and providing the generous spread.
Tahoe Chamber Business After Hours Mixer to support local charities
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 12:08amEvent Date:
January 15, 2015 - 5:30pm
The holidays may be over, but the season of giving continues this month as Tahoe Chamber hosts its Annual BAHM! for Charity at Riva Grill on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 p.m. This yearly Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM!) supports local charities with all proceeds going to Christmas Cheer All Year and Bread and Broth.
Crowds flock to South Lake Tahoe; Heavenly opens Stagecoach
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/27/2014 - 8:04pmIf you have driven anywhere in South Lake Tahoe this week, you'll know that droves of visitors have decided to come to town for the holidays. With both Christmas and New Years Day on a Thursday many have made their visit a four or five-day long weekend.
Highway 50 from Meyers to Camino has seen heavy traffic in both directions. According to travelers, Sno-Parks at Strawberry and near Echo Summit caused traffic to come to a halt as far away as Kyburz as dozens of cars lining both sides of the highway.
South Lake Tahoe weather forecast: Cold and Dry
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 9:13pmA few inches of snow fell at Lake Tahoe ski areas, bringing out skiers and riders in droves for Christmas Day fun.
There is a chance of under an inch snow on the first day of SnowGlobe, Monday, December 29, but other than that the two week forecast is clear and cold.
Per Accuweather, the following is forecast for South Lake Tahoe:
Friday, December 26 - Sunny with a High of 32, Low 10
Saturday, December 27 - Mostly Sunny with a High of 41, Low of 20
Sunday, December 28 - Some sun with a high of 41, Low of 18
South Lake Tahoe K9 Association gives back to animals in need
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 1:12amNot wanting to leave animals out of the holiday excitement, the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) joined forces with Pet Station on Christmas Eve to give presents to some furry friends at the animal shelter.
It may have been snowing outside but it was warm inside the El Dorado County Animal Services office as gifts were brought in by the SLTPCA who had received a wish list from the agency.
Pet Station offered to help the officers in fulfilling the wish list.
US Skiers & Snowboarders On The Best Gifts They Ever Received
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 12:41amJamie Anderson and Maddie Bowman are asked this question in this USA team interview:
Which skier considers his skills on the snow the best gift he’s ever been given? How about the snowboarder who said her favorite was the gift of life? Find out what Team USA skiers and snowboarders remember as their favorite gift of all time. Happy gift-giving!
Maddie Bowman of South Lake Tahoe, 2014 Olympic halfpipe skiing gold medalist: Onesie Cookie Monster pajamas from my best friend a couple years ago.
Christmas decor at South Lake Tahoe's Children's Memorial Tree
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/24/2014 - 11:13pmThe children of South Lake Tahoe who have lost their lives are memorialized in a tree located at the corner of Highway 50 and Wildwood Avenue.
A tragedy occurred on February 2, 1991 when three South Tahoe High students died when the car they were riding in struck a tree on Pioneer Trail. They tree they struck became the Children's Memorial Tree.
A newly designed memorial was unveiled a year ago and it now holds over 230 names.
Dear Santa...
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/23/2014 - 12:11amThe League to Save Lake Tahoe is giving the gift of a pristine Lake Tahoe this holiday season. They are looking for shoppers who not only want to buy someone a cool gift, but for people who want to invest in the future of Lake Tahoe.
Not only can people make monetary donations they can also buy gifts which include the iconic Keep Tahoe Blue bumper stickers, tshirts, kayaks, coffee mugs and books.
During the past year, the League did the following to help keep the lake blue:
Engaged 891 volunteers
Kirkwood opening up 100% of their terrain on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/22/2014 - 11:30pmJust in time for one of the busiest ski and snowboard weeks of the year, Kirkwood announced they will be opening the backside on Tuesday, December 23 at 9 a.m. This means that 100% of their terrain will be open for skiers and riders.
Kirkwood will now offer 2300 acres of terrain, 81 runs, 36 groomed, 1 park and 4 open bowls.
So far this year the resort just south of Lake Tahoe has received 99" of snow at the summit (9.900 ft) and 63" at their 7,800 ft base.
Tuesday's high is forecast to be 43 with a low of 31 and there will be sunny skies.
Kudos: LTVA & South Tahoe Refuse thank the community
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/22/2014 - 6:02pmRecently 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.
Kudos: Liberty Utilities employees give back during the holidays
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/20/2014 - 11:04pmYou may recall that a month ago employees from Liberty Utilities donated cash and boxes and cans of food for the South Lake Tahoe backpack food program, Page and Sage. This generous donation allows the group to continue to feed the kids in need in our community.
CHP aims to keep drunk drivers off California roads this holiday season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/20/2014 - 10:10pmWith holiday celebrations upon us, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is preparing for this heavily-traveled time of year by educating the motoring public about safety on our roadways. As part of its upcoming Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) the CHP is reminding travelers to buckle up, adhere to the posted speed limit, avoid distractions behind the wheel, and always designate a sober driver.
Sierra-at-Tahoe gets 21" of snow to start off Sierra Solstice Celebration
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/20/2014 - 9:56pmThe Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort just west of South Lake Tahoe received 21" of snow during Friday's storm, setting up some good snow for their Solstice Celebration. The official first day of winter starts on Sunday, December 21 but Sierra-at-Tahoe got a head start with live music and a tree lighting ceremony.
For the rest of the week skiers and boarder can enjoy in special events at the resort:
Sunday, December 21, 2014
12:00-12:45 p.m. and 3:00-4:15 p.m. Live Music with the Sierra Saxmas Big Band on the Solstice Plaza
South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge provides food for 40 families
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/19/2014 - 11:50pmFor the past four years, members of the South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge have been providing meals for the less fortunate members of the community. What began as a small project with members filling up 15 boxes of food has grown into a much larger project with 40 families receiving the meals this weekend.
Administrative staff at Tahoe Valley Elementary school selected the 40 recipients and students from the school decorated the food boxes with colorful, seasonal messages.
Sealed With A Kiss in South Lake Tahoe gives back to the community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/18/2014 - 1:15pmIn true holiday spirit, Sealed With A Kiss (SWAK) of South Lake Tahoe continued their annual tradition of giving away new clothing and accessories to the women and children of Live Violence Free and Sierra Foster Families.
Each year, during Tahoe Douglas Rotary's Christmas Party for local families, SWAK owner Jana Walker Spano and her team bring racks full of clothing, make-up and accessories to the event. Each mother from Live Violence Free than gets to pick items from the racks. SWAK also gave children toys and clothing this year as well.
South Tahoe Public Utility District employees give back
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/17/2014 - 11:34pmThe employees of South Tahoe Public Utility District are making donations to Christmas Cheer and Live Violence Free this holiday season. For the past month, staff has collected donations of food, toys, and more than $200 in cash for Christmas Cheer. They have also generously given of themselves filling wish lists for 15 families of Live Violence Free, who they hope to make the season a little brighter.
“I like participating because I know that these gifts go directly to the community” said District employee Matthew Mendoza.
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/16/2014 - 1:20amIn the United States, 31% of all traffic fatalities involve drunk driving which means 10,322 people are killed by drunk drivers annually, with 802 of those in California alone.
With holiday parties and festive occasions, more people will be drinking that during a normal week.
Letter: City employees donate to Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/16/2014 - 12:50amCity of South Lake Tahoe employees donated nonperishable food items and raised over $200 for Christmas Cheer all Year at their Annual Employee Appreciation party last week.
Christmas Cheer is a local food pantry in South Lake Tahoe that relies 100 percent on donations and is located at 1022 3rd St. South Lake Tahoe, CA.
-Tracy Franklin, Public Information Officer
3rd Annual Holiday Parade made its way through town
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/14/2014 - 1:38amEverything from decorated cars full of STHS Cheerleaders to a tow truck and dump truck decked out in holiday cheer were part of the Third Annual Holiday Parade in South Lake Tahoe.
31 entries made up the parade which started at the top of Ski Run Blvd and went through town, ending in the parking lot of TJ Maxx.
"This was a really fun even for the whole community," said JoAnn Conner, organizer of the event (and City Councilwoman). "This parade raised a lot of money for Christmas Cheer as well as bringing in a lot of toys. Thank you to everyone who made all of this a success."
Crowds turn out for "LIghts Up South Lake Tahoe"
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/07/2014 - 11:34pmThe annual procession of decorated City vehicles and other participants made it's way down Lake Tahoe Blvd on Saturday night, much to the delight of people along the parade route and at the tree lighting ceremony at the end.
As the row of cars and trucks passed by local businesses, those adorned with lights turned them on like one moving light switch.
At the "Shops at the Y" people gathered to watch the tree lightening ceremony along with treats and photos with Santa.
December 2014 Concert Report for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/06/2014 - 12:42amDecember 02 Eklektik / TYMK / IJV @ Whisky Dick's
Open Mic Night w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Jeremy Jones w/ clips from "Higher", "Further", and "Deeper" @ Tahoe Aty Haus
Cinema
December 03-07 Tom Rhodes / Ahmed Baroocha @ Improv at Harveys
December 03 Steve Wozniak @ Hard Rock Cafe
Light up a life @ Barton festival of trees and lights
Brennan Lagasse on skiing greenland @ Tahoe Art Haus Cinema
Lambchop, Gurbtron, Clutch, Bassment-ality @ The Grid
December 3-7 Barton Festival of Trees and Lights @ Harrah's
December 04 Inner Rythims @ Northstar
Awards given to Festival of the Tree entries
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/06/2014 - 12:18amIf you haven't made it to the annual Festival of the Trees yet, you have through Sunday to take in all of the holiday fun. Trees and wreaths line the convention center at Harrahs and people can try and win everyone on display with a high bid.
Designer Trees
Best of Show and Most Elegant:
Noir et Blanc, Designers: Katie Long, Thran's Flowers
Best Interpretation of Theme:
Moulin Rouge, Designers: The Merry Widows and The Gallant Widowers
Most "Outside the Box" or Creative:
Sew Wonderful, Designer: Caryn Hughes
Local School Trees
Designer Christmas Trees are the star of Barton event this week
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/06/2014 - 12:02amWe all have our own traditional touches we put on our Christmas Trees, from Grandma's special ornament to strung popcorn and cranberries. There is nothing ordinary or traditional about the trees on display at Harrah's Tahoe this week during Barton's Festival of Trees.
Tree designer Tara Dobyns, a 37-year South Lake Tahoe local, was selected to design two trees this year. When asked if she was an artist or decorator, Dobyns answered "no, I'm a landlord!"