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Free Olympic Heritage Trail Day at Sugar Pine Park
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/07/2020 - 3:59pmEvent Date:
February 22, 2020 - 10:00am
TAHOMA, Calif. - You don't have to be an Olympian to explore the self-guided trails of the Olympic Heritage trails at Sugar Pine Point State Park. Sierra State Parks Foundation, the local nonprofit park partner, is hosting a free park day in honor of the 60th anniversary of the 1960 Winter Olympics, which took place in Squaw Valley and the West Shore of Lake Tahoe.
This is a great opportunity to explore the Olympic Heritage trails and interpretive displays while learning about the cultural and natural history of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Fortunate Strangers in Concert
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 12:09pm
Event Date:
February 15, 2020 - 7:00pm Fortunate Strangers, a West Coast band featuring Scottish and Irish songs, will be performing at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City on February 15 at 7:00 p.m.
The band combines the experience of three performers from the San Francisco Bay Area and the High Sierra. Celia Ramsay,’s haunting voice and extensive experience in Scottish folk music, combined with Joe and Kathy Bly's long history in Irish music, blend to create a Celtic musical experience that is both expansive and focused. True to the Celtic tradition, their songs range from lush and full to haunting and angular.
Location
Brewery Arts Center
449 W King St
Carson City, NV 89703
United States
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe police arrest parolee after multiple attempts to escape; Search on for second man
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 4:25pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 25-year-old South Lake Tahoe man has been arrested on multiple charges after he tried to escape police custody twice on Tuesday, February 4, 2020. Christopher Hendrickson has been arrested on charges of resisting arrest, escape from custody, corporal injury to his spouse, willful cruelty to a child, forcible entry into a property and felony vandalism.
Funding for reimagination and renovation of Spooner State Park now in place
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 5:08pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Construction is set to begin in May 2020 on the renovation and reimagination of facilities at Spooner Lake State Park. A collaboration between Nevada State Parks, Nevada State Lands and the Tahoe Fund has been successful in securing funding and donations to complete plans for the 35-year-old park.
150th anniversary of Carson City Mint celebrated with public activities, special coin
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 11:37amEvent Date:
February 4, 2020 (All day)
It is one thing to study history; it is another witness it. Visitors to the Nevada State Museum in Carson City this Tuesday, Feb. 4, will find themselves in history’s front row as the museum celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint. Just as it did 150 years earlier to the day, the Mint’s Coin Press No. 1 will be pressing silver coins, complete with the famous “CC” mint mark.
South Tahoe High's Melissa Berry wins Outstanding Teacher of America award
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 1:36amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Melissa Berry, AP Psychology and US History teacher at South Lake Tahoe High School was selected to receive one of the five 2019 Carlston Family Foundation Outstanding Teachers of America Awards.
In November, Ms. Berry received a $15,000 cash award at the Carlston Family Foundation’s 17th Annual Awards Ceremony in Mill Valley, Calif. During Tuesday's Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) board meeting, she received an additional $5,000 grant for South Lake Tahoe High School.
Jamie Anderson of South Lake Tahoe wins gold again at X Games
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 7:31pmSouth Lake Tahoe's Jamie Anderson has never missed a podium in the past 14 years of competing in the X Games, and this year is no different.
The 29-year-old queen of slopestyle took the gold on Saturday in Women's Snowboard Slopestyle at X Games Aspen 2020, giving her a 16th medal, the most for a woman in the history of X Games winter or summer events. Seven of those are gold and five silver.
Top 4 in the event on January 25:
Jamie Anderson
Laurie Blouin
Kokomo Murase
Hailey Langland
Birth Announcement: First Baby of the Year 2020
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 4:46pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It took almost a full week of the new year to welcome in the first baby born at Barton Memorial Hospital. Everett James Haen came into the world at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7.
Everett was born at the hospital's Family Birthing Center to Robert Haen and Shaina Willen, MD. He weighed six pounds 15 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long.
Long time locals are the parents of first baby born in 2020 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 3:56pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It took almost a full week of the new year to welcome in the first baby born at Barton Memorial Hospital. Everett James Haen came into the world at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7.
Everett was born at the hospital's Family Birthing Center to Robert Haen and Shaina Willen, MD. He weighed six pounds 15 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long.
Six indicted for falsely claiming benefits for properties destroyed in Paradise Camp Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 12:58pmOn Thursday, Dec. 12, a federal jury returned indictments against six defendants who made false claims for benefits in connection with the 2018 Camp Fire and received funds from FEMA to compensate for their losses, U.S. Attorney McGregor W. Scott announced.
Column: Lake Tahoe West Landscape Restoration Strategy.
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 1:24pmAs the Fire Chief serving the north and west shores of Lake Tahoe, I am acutely aware and concerned about the potential for catastrophic wildfire here.
After 50 years with USFS, Supervisor Crabtree to retire
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 2:02pmPLACERVILLE, Calif. - Eldorado National Forest Supervisor Laurence Crabtree announced that he will retire on January 6, 2020, completing a career that spanned 50 years.
Sleigh rides, music, Santa and more part of annual Holiday in History in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 10:32pmEvent Date:
December 14, 2019 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe History Museum has transformed into a scene of Christmases past, and they are opening up to the whole community on Saturday, December 14 for the free annual Holidays in History Open House.
The museum opens its doors at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy book store specials, a decorated historic cabin, docent tours, and their special spiced cider, all until 7:00 p.m.
Then, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., join in all the reindeer fun! The party moves over to the SLT Recreation Center gym for an evening of free family enjoyment.
South Lake Tahoe City Council votes for nine-month mayor terms
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 4:24pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ever since the South Lake Tahoe became an incorporated city on November 30, 1965, there have been five elected councilmembers. Annually those elected members vote for one of them to hold the position of mayor for a one-year term.
That has now changed.
On Tuesday the South Lake Tahoe City Council unanimously approved the proposal to have mayor terms of nine months "so they can all get a chance in their four-year term."
Conservancy receives $2.98M to help restore Upper Truckee Marsh
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 11:52amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) has been awarded a large piece of funding to help its $10.6 million project to restore the 500 acre Upper Truckee River Marsh.
CTC was awarded $2.98M by the California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) to help with the project at the marsh, the largest wetland in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
LTCC women's soccer team win playoff game; Host round two Tuesday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 8:08pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's on to the second round of playoffs for the Lake Tahoe Community College women's soccer team. They took care of 18th seed West Valley College at the South Lake Tahoe campus on Saturday, winning the game 4-0.
The top-seeded Coyotes will host the City College of San Francisco Rams (No. 8 seed) on Tuesday, November 26.
Game time is 12:00 p.m.
Tickets for LTCC students, staff, faculty, and all senior citizens are $8. Everyone else is $12. Cash only, please.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue holiday truck starts December 10
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 1:55pmThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue holiday engine schedule has been released. They will start their nightly runs at 5:00 p.m. and go until 8 p.m. In the case of a significant emergency or road conditions prohibit safe driving, a route may be postponed.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Holiday Engine Schedule
Tuesday, Dec 10 – Tahoe Keys/Venice
Wednesday, Dec 11 – Glenwood neighborhoods
Thursday, Dec 12 – Keys Blvd / State streets
Friday, Dec 13 – Barton/Tahoe Island
LTCC Coyotes host the first round of playoffs in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 5:59pmEvent Date:
November 23, 2019 - 1:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) women's soccer team will be hosting the first round of the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) NorCal playoffs on Saturday, November 23.
The LTCC Coyotes ended the regular season as the #1 Junior College Division III team in the country with their record of 18-0-2, a spot they held for weeks. This has been the second consecutive year they went undefeated and haven't lost a game since September 2017.
On Saturday they will be hosting the winner of the West Hills-West Valley game being held Nov. 21.
Erasing your carbon footprint, from baby steps to leaps and bounds
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 10:36amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Millions around the world participated in the Global Climate Strike this past September, trying to make their voices heard as they called for action.
A reported 7.6 million people took to the streets, the biggest climate mobilization in history. From small villages to big cities, people spoke, walked, joined hands and used their voices in defense of the climate and an end to reliance on fossil fuels.
Learn about history of James Canyon Ranch at next Lake Tahoe Museum Fireside Chat
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 4:42pmEvent Date:
November 12, 2019 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society (LTHS) is holding their next Fireside Chat on Tuesday, November 12 at the Camp Richardson Lodge at 7:00 p.m.
This month's topic is the "History of Harvey's James Canyon Ranch."
A Genoa Evening with Historic Characters Snowshoe Thompson, Lillian Virgin and Anna Harris
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 1:00pm
Event Date:
November 23, 2019 - 5:00pm Chautauqua characters Snowshoe Thompson, Lillian Virgin and Anna Harris return to Genoa on Saturday, November 23 at 5:00 pm, at the Genoa Town Hall.
This Chautauqua event features Genoa residents of the past. Chautauquans include Steve Hale as Snowshoe Thompson, the legendary “Mailman of the Sierra”, Kim Harris as Lillian Virgin, the originator of the Genoa Candy Dance and DebiLynn Smith as Anna Harris, early Genoa pioneer business owner.
Location
Genoa Town Hall
2287 Main Street, Genoa, NV 89411
United States
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe Cruises offers annual Veteran’s Ride Free daytime cruise
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 3:13pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Cruises is honoring all veterans and active military with a special 'Vets Ride Free' offer November 8 - 10, 2019. Guests are invited to bring the family and enjoy a special scenic cruise on the lake.
The offer is valid for Daytime Scenic Cruises only. Military must show proof of service at the ticket booth to receive their boarding pass.
For reservations please call 800.23.TAHOE or visit the website at www.zephyrcove.com.
A Behind the Scenes Look at Israel's Election and the Challenges that Lie Ahead for its New Government
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 10:50pm
Event Date:
October 28, 2019 - 7:00pm Please join us for an evening Saluting the Holy Land of Israel with Gil Hoffman
V&T Railway ends season this weekend with steam, 150th anniversary and Toast of the Canyon trains
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 6:08pmCARSON CITY — V&T Railway will bring its event-filled 2019 season to a close this weekend with a final 150th Anniversary train on Friday, Oct. 11, vintage steam trains on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13 and a Toast of the Canyon spirits train on Saturday, Oct. 12 following the steam train.
Next Lake Tahoe Historical Society Fireside Chat on Highway 395
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/05/2019 - 10:47amEvent Date:
October 22, 2019 - 7:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is holding its next Fireside Chat at the historic Camp Richardson Hotel on Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. The speaker that evening will be author David Woodruff. His presentation will be "Tales Along El Camino Sierra, A Sentimental Journey along Highway 395," the topic of two of his books.
Fireside Chats are held in the lobby in front of their fireplace.
Howie Nave chats with Dan Aykroyd on Music, Movies and Vodka
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:16pmDan Aykroyd called my morning radio show on 93.9FM Friday to talk about his appearance Sunday over at the Hard Rock Hotel Lake Tahoe. There he will present an evening of Q & A, tell some fascinating stories in an exclusive evening presented by his business, Crystal Head Vodka billed as 'An Evening with Dan Aykroyd.'
No parking fee at Eagle Falls trailhead Saturday in honor of National Public Lands Day
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 5:39pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is on Saturday, September 28 and in the Lake Tahoe Basin it will be celebrated by the parking fee being waived for the day at the Eagle Falls Trailhead.
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) manages approximately 78 percent of the public land in the Tahoe Basin. They will continue to the celebration of NPLD through the weekend of October 5-6 when they host a booth at the Fall Fish Festival at Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe. This time is also the 50th anniversary of Desolation Wilderness.
South Lake Tahoe receives $1.46M SAFER grant to fill 7 new firefighter spots
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2019 - 8:26amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe has been awarded $1,462,702.50 in SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In an announcement of Round 4 awardees, South Lake Tahoe was named a recipient.
Funds will go to hire seven new firefighters in preparation for opening Fire Station 2 in the Al Tahoe neighborhood.
Looking to continue support of Lake Tahoe, former Governor Sandoval joins Tahoe Fund council
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 3:36pmINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has joined the Tahoe Fund's Council of Special Advisors.
Remembering Carson Valley in the 1950s and 1960s at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/15/2019 - 2:35pm
Event Date:
September 28, 2019 - 10:00am On Saturday, September 28, at 10:00 am, the final event of the 2019 Festival season features members of the 1962 graduating class of Douglas High School sharing their memories of Carson Valley in the 1950s and 1960s.
Carson Valley has always been a unique, close-knit community. Of the original thirty-five graduating students, twenty-one are still living, many of whom have remained in Carson Valley.
Graduates of the Douglas High School Class of 1962 continue to meet regularly, explaining that they are good friends who enjoy reminiscing.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
Minden
United States
See map: Google Maps
WNC Step Climb gave people opportunity to reflect on 9/11
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 11:49amThe death and destruction caused by terrorists at the World Trade Center and Pentagon 18 years ago remained close to people’s hearts and memories on Tuesday during a memorial event at Western Nevada College in Carson City.
Chautauqua of Hiram D. Scott at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 2:14pm
Event Date:
September 22, 2019 - 10:00am The final Chautauqua of the 2019 Festival season will portray Hiram D. Scott, Alpine County, California pioneer, on Sunday, September 22, at 10:00 am.
Hiram Daniel Scott was a ship builder from Pittston, Maine by trade. Initially he settled in Santa Cruz, California in 1847, then followed the Gold Rush when gold was discovered at Sutter's Mill. There he operated a ferry business across the San Joaquin River.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
City in driver's seat on affordable housing projects after MOUs with TTD and developers approved
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 8:05pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After much discussion, the South Lake Tahoe City Council voted to sign Memos of Understanding (MOUs) with the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) and two developers to build affordable housing in the community.
Pacific Development Group and United Housing Corporation have identified properties, some which have already been purchased, to build housing for those who would be displaced by the proposed US 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project which would move the highway through the Rocky Point neighborhood off Pioneer Trail.
$100K from 30th annual American Century Championship to be given to local nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 5:28pmSTATELINE, Nev. - The 30th annual American Century Championship has gone into the record books as one of the biggest and best golf events in Lake Tahoe history. There was an attendance record of 60,550, an economic impact estimated at $30 million for the Lake Tahoe Basin, and now an additional $100,000 will be given away to South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Township non-profits.
Funds awarded to combat climate change and reduce wildfire risk at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/21/2019 - 6:07pmMEYERS, Calif. - At its meeting today, the California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) Board approved a grant of up to $240,286 to California State Parks for forest health management at Burton Creek State Park. Funds for the project come from an earlier grant to the Conservancy from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for high-priority forest health projects designed to combat climate change and reduce the risk of wildfire.
Chautauqua Presentation "Sisters of the Sage" at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 2:09pm
Event Date:
August 28, 2019 - 6:30pm August closes with a Chautauqua presentation “Sisters of the Sage” which will highlight the lives of Annie H. Martin, Lillian V. Finnegan and Anna N. Harris at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 pm.
These three influential women from the early days of Nevada will meet to reminisce about their early lives, the suffrage movement and their accomplishments as women, in both Carson Valley and Carson City.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Mi
United States
See map: Google Maps
Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 75 birthday with the Forest Service
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/07/2019 - 11:18pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The beloved icon of the United States Forest Service, Smokey Bear, will be turning 75 on August 9, 2019. To celebrate, USFS's Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will host two events in coordination with their partners at Great Basin Institute and Heavenly Mountain Resort.
Chautauqua and Author Presentations at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 3:17pm
Event Date:
August 14, 2019 - 6:30pm August continues with a Chautauqua presentation of Mary McNair Mathews and a presentation by author Brooke Santina at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
On Wednesday, August 14, at 6:30pm, Mary McNair Mathews, Comstock businesswoman and author of the book Ten Years in Nevada will be portrayed by Anita Watson.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Guest Speakers and Mo'z Motley Blues at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 11:55am
Event Date:
August 4, 2019 - 10:00am The month of August begins with a presentation on “The Great State Embezzlement”, Mo’z Motley Blues in concert and a presentation on “The History of Baseball in Nevada” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
On Sunday, August 4, at 10:00 am, Glen Whorton, President of the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society, returns to the park to speak on this year’s topic “The Great State Embezzlement”. This is a free event for all to attend.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Backcountry history tour of Comstock era water flumes featured at Spooner Lake State Park
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 2:04pmEvent Date:
September 7, 2019 - 9:00am
SPOONER LAKE, Nev. — Join a park ranger on a guided, self-driven vehicle tour through the Spooner Backcountry of Spooner Lake State Park. We’ll follow the remnants of the historic Virginia Gold Hill Water Company flumes and pipes, and discuss Comstock history as we enjoy the day driving through the scenic park backcountry.
Review: Million Dollar Quartet makes a splash at Sand Harbor
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 2:46pmIf you have any love for early Rock’n Roll, Rockabilly, 1950’s Country R&B, or just love good music and having fun, get online right now and buy a ticket to Million Dollar Quartet playing at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor from now until August 25th. The Festival, which for the last few years has countered their brilliantly staged Shakespeare performances with well-timed and entertaining musical revues running in reparatory, has found progressive success with the nostalgic performances of supremely talented actor/musicians who transport the audiences back in time.
Tahoe Blue Vodka matching donations to Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 1:17pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since 1978 Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC) has been serving the community with a facility inside the home of founders, Tom and Cheryl Millham. Their long history of rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing Tahoe’s injured and orphaned wildlife has gained national attention.
Holocaust Survivor & Author Leon Malmed to Speak
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 10:51am
Event Date:
July 28, 2019 - 7:00pm The Chabad at Lake Tahoe will welcome author and Holocaust survivor Leon Malmed for a special presentation and accompanying book signing of his memoir “We Survived … At Last I Speak”
In 1942, Malmed and his sister were separated from their parents in occupied France when Malmed was 5-years-old. His parents ultimately perished at the now infamous death camps of Auschwitz-Birkenau, and he and his sister never saw them again. Malmed eventually immigrated to the United States in 1964, and went on to live in New York for the next 18 years.
Chautauqua of Duane L. Bliss and Millennium Bugs in Concert at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 12:52pm
Event Date:
July 31, 2019 - 6:30pm The month of July will end with a Chautauqua presentation of Duane L. Bliss, as August begins with the Millennium Bugs in concert at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
On Wednesday, July 31, at 6:30 pm, Doug Mishler will portray Duane L. Bliss, Comstock era lumber baron of Lake Tahoe.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
Minden
United States
See map: Google Maps
Angora Fire, Fire Academy and Leona Allen featured in Lake Tahoe tree-planting campaign
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/20/2019 - 9:04amLAKE TAHOE, Calif. - California has just experienced the deadliest and most destructive wildfire seasons with more than 8,500 fires burning an area of more than 1.8 million acres in 2018 alone.
Fire is no stranger to Lake Tahoe.
Burlap & Denim BBQ party and ranch tour for Bread & Broth 4 Kids
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 10:22pmEvent Date:
August 24, 2019 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth is putting the "fun" back into fundraising and bringing back their unique Burlap & Denim BBQ and Ranch Tour on Saturday, August 24 from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Todd Morgan & the Emblems and the History of the Nevada Buckaroo at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 1:06pm
Event Date:
July 25, 2019 - 6:30pm This month, Todd Morgan & the Emblems return for a third season and historian Dr. Michael Fischer will speak on the history of the Nevada Buckaroo at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
On Thursday, July 25, at 6:30 pm, Todd Morgan & the Emblems will be performing modern pop/rock and roll, blues, funk, disco, hot jazz, country and early rock ‘n’ roll.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
Minden
United States
See map: Google Maps
Chamber TREK to Downtown Carson City to see their main street transformation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 9:56pmEvent Date:
July 16, 2019 - 12:00pm
The community is invited to join the Tahoe Chamber in their visit to Carson City on July 16 from noon to 5:00 p.m. to explore how Carson City leaders and community members successfully transformed and revitalized their downtown main street.
The developing Main Street Management Plan for South Lake Tahoe parallels much of what Carson City did, and those going on the trek will have the chance to learn about the history of Nevada project and how the current business climate of the area has improved since the highway realignment.
Movie Night and Western Jamboree at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 3:14pm
Event Date:
July 20, 2019 - 10:00am A classic film, cowboy poetry and western music in mid-July at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
On Thursday, July 18, at 6:30 pm, train expert Jim Clark will introduce and provide commentary on the 1926 film The General.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Hike with a ranger this summer in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 9:27amThe sun is out, the snow is melting and now is the time to get out and enjoy summer on your National Forest lands. The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) it partnership with Heavenly Mountain Resort once again 'invites the public to 'Hike with a Ranger' beginning July 12, 2019. Hikes will take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11:00 a.m. at the top of the Heavenly Gondola. The guided hikes last approximately one hour and continue every weekend through September 8, 2019, weather permitting.