humane society
Elevated Scavenger Dash
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 1:39pm
Event Date:
May 15, 2021 (All day) Elevated Fitness is hosting their annual Elevated Fitness Charity Scavenger Dash to benefit Humane Society Truckee-Tahoe. The Scavenger Dash is an exciting outdoor foot and bike race where participants work in teams to solve clues, find hidden objects, and perform fun activities in and around South Lake Tahoe. Top teams win prize bags filled with gifts from local businesses, including clothing, gift certificates, and a membership to Elevated Fitness. All proceeds benefit HSTT.
Location
Elevated Fitness
4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd #8
United States
See map: Google Maps
Light Up the South Shore contest winners announced
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/23/2020 - 12:53pmThe 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
Humane Society in South Lake Tahoe has free dog and cat food to help pet owners
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 10:46amThe South Lake Tahoe community has not only been donating food to help their human neighbors, but also for their four-legged pets.
The Humane Society of Tahoe Truckee (HSTT) office in South Lake Tahoe has shelves full of pet food that if ready for pickup by pet owners who need assistance.
Their office is located at 3438 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Humane Society of Tahoe Truckee starts pet bereavement group
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/11/2020 - 9:21amThe death of a pet can be devastating, and for some, the grief can be more intense than human loss. To help, the Humane Society of Tahoe Truckee (HSTT) has launched a Pet Loss Support Group for grieving pet parents. This group will help those experiencing this loss, or anticipated loss, of their furry friend.
53 South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits recipients of American Century Championship donation
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:10pmLocal 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.
Nominations announced for the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 1:57pmThe Tahoe Chamber collected 190 nominations from the community for the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Award to celebrate the businesses, non-profits and individuals that make the South Shore of Lake Tahoe so unique. Local businesses have been a resilient backbone of the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and honoring their contributions, achievements and milestones is more important than ever before.
Humane Society has cure for canceled vacations - Adopt Florence or other available pets
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/18/2020 - 10:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe will be holding an adoption day on Wednesday, September 23 at 10:00 a.m. They have over a dozen vaCATion puppies and kittens available for adoption at that time.
Adoptions will be via a safe and secure virtual adoption process.
If you're not quite ready for that kind of commitment, they are encouraging people to turn travel savings into a lifesaving donation. There are several different types of contribution levels the will be helping save lots of little lives.
Donate $50 for Treats & Toys for our Shelter Pets
Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe offering increased support to South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/13/2020 - 3:52pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In response to the COVID-19 pandemic the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has been providing increased support to the South Lake Tahoe community, distributing hundreds of pounds of cat and dog food along with numerous other services.
The food distribution from when HSTT shut down to the public due to COVID are as follows:
Dry dog food: 1719 lbs total ~ 171 lbs a week
Dry cat food: 178 lbs total ~ 18 lbs a week
Canned dog food: 636 cans ~ 64 cans a week
Canned cat food: 467 cans ~ 47 cans a week
Cat litter: 130 lbs total ~ 13 lbs a week
Giving Tuesday pet adoption and fundraising day for Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 8:25amLAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe is having a special puppy adoption day on May 5 to coincide with the annual Giving Tuesday fundraising day.
"Little Rays of Sunshine" is bringing two litters with a total of 11 puppies, along with one of the moms, to the public for adoption.
Pictured here is the mom Sunshine with one her puppies, Hope.
Pet of the Week: Wilson
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 1:24amThis week's Pet of the Week is Wilson, a 13-year-old male cat.
"I’m new and the staff is still getting to know me," says his post on The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe's website. But he is affectionate, mellow and shy.
Wilson is microchipped, neutered and current on vaccinations. He weighs nine pounds.
His adoption fee is $75.
To adopt Wilson or other pets at the Truckee office of the Humane Society, visit https://hstt.org/animals/dog for dogs and https://hstt.org/animals/cat.
At the South Lake Tahoe office, they will have cats up for adoption.
Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe recognizes World Spay Day with free surgeries
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 1:56pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) is joining local veterinarians as well as the Town of Truckee in providing free spay and neuter surgeries during World Spay Day on February 25 and February's Spay/Neuter Awareness Month around Lake Tahoe.
The procedures are available for qualifying cats or dogs in the community to mark World Spay Day on February 25th, 2020. South Lake Tahoe appointments are full that day, but there are still some available on the North Shore.
Positive results for Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe during their first two months
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 9:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. – Providing a much-needed service in the community, the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has been filling a void with special pet therapy training, wellness clinics, spay and neuter programs.
Since opening in December 2019, HSTT has provided over 100 spay and neuters to the community for free or at a reduced rate. They have also trained 60 new volunteers.
Some of the other programs that are helping pets and owners in the area:
Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe chosen for innovative cat training program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/30/2020 - 12:28pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE and TRUCKEE, Calif. — The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe has been selected to participate in the 2020 class of Cat Pawsitive, a life-saving initiative that introduces positive-reinforcement training to cats in shelters and rescues. Supported by the Petco Foundation, this innovative program aims to increase feline adoption rates and maintain cat “mojo.”
HSTT provides services both in Truckee and South Lake Tahoe.
Tips to keep pets safe during winter in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/14/2020 - 5:58pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the arrival of winter, El Dorado County Animal Services is reminding residents to take precautions with their pets.
“Winter in our county regularly brings freezing temperatures, frigid wind, ice and snow,” said Henry Brzezinski, Chief of El Dorado County Animal Services. “These conditions can adversely affect animals in numerous ways, and even threaten a pet’s life. A few simple steps can ensure your pet’s safety.”
Big crowd shows up to welcome Humane Society back to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 10:28pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has opened an office in South Lake Tahoe to better serve the community and they celebrated along with a full crowd at their grand opening reception on Tuesday.
HSTT came to the aid of the South Shore after the former director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society embezzled almost $60,000. Its members tried to hold the 51-year-old agency together but it disbanded in January of this year, never being able to gain back the trust of the community.
Month full of activities during Heavenly Holidays in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 10:11pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Heavenly Holidays has returned to the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. This family-friendly event runs until December 31.
Volunteers sought as Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe opens new South Lake Tahoe office
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 10:55pmEvent Date:
December 10, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) will be opening an office in South Lake Tahoe to better serve the community and will be celebrating their grand opening on December 10, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The new location will be in mid-town adjacent to the former Sato Sushi, 3438 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. They will be offering a full list of services from cat adoptions to free vaccination clinics.
$100K from 30th annual American Century Championship awarded to local nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 5:26pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Thursday was money giveaway day at the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA) meeting at Stateline. Thirty-eight local nonprofits were given checks totaling $100,000, a result of funds raised during the 30th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood.
Jennifer Susanne Scott Fox ~ 1980 - 2019
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/16/2019 - 1:36pmJennifer (Jenny) Susanne Scott Fox came into this world at Barton Memorial Hospital in South Lake Tahoe, California on November 8, 1980, and passed away at the age of 38 August 9, 2019.
Kudos: Realtors thank all for successful Pet Adoption Day
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 4:29pmThe South Tahoe Association of REALTORS® Community Involvement Committee and Young Professionals Network would like to thank community members and businesses for helping to make the first Pet Adoption Day a success.
Graciously hosted by South Lake Brewing Co, the event was held on Friday, May 24, 2019 to increase awareness about organizations working to help animals in our community including the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe, Ruff RidersSaving Dogs on Death Row, Boxers & Buddies and the Animal Coalition of Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe Humane Society disbands, turns operations over to Truckee Tahoe group
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/14/2019 - 8:10pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Almost two years after their executive director embezzled almost $60,000 from the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS), the nonprofit tasked with helping local pets, is folding after 51 years of serving the South Lake Tahoe community.
A new board of directors had taken several steps, including the sale of their Emerald Bay Road building and laying off of employees, to get LTHS back on their feet but could never get the nonprofit's community standing back.
Judith Virginia Brown ~ July 22, 1946 – December 8, 2018
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 7:34pmJudith Virginia Brown passed away at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nev., on Dec. 8, 2018.
She was 72.
Dreda Dre holds 9th annual Christmas Giveaway in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 5:52pmEvent Date:
December 22, 2018 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Globetrotting rapper and hip-hop artist Dreda Dre is once again hosting the annual Christmas gift giveaway in South Lake Tahoe. On Saturday, December 22, the ninth annual event will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center.
Ex-Humane Society director finishes jail term just one month after guilty plea
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 8:47pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though she was sentenced to six months in jail after taking a plea deal for her embezzlement of almost $60,000, Niki Congero, the former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society, has been released and is now back in Tennessee a free woman.
She was in the El Dorado County Jail from August 1 to October 28, a total of 89 days. Her jail term started the day of her arrest in Tennessee.
Outpouring of love by South Shore community for Camp Fire victims
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/21/2018 - 11:47amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It takes a tragedy to bring people together, no matter their politics, their income or twitter handle.
Many in the South Lake Tahoe and Meyers community remember where they were at 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, 2007 and what happened in the days that followed. The Angora Fire quickly tore through neighborhoods, destroying 251 homes and burning 3,100 acres. While it seems small in comparison with the monster fires of 2017 and 2018, it took everything from so many local families.
The community came together to help their friends and neighbors.
South Lake Tahoe youth fundraising for dogs and cats
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 3:06pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Four local young ladies are continuing to help the South Lake Tahoe community with their fundraising efforts to help different needs on the South Shore.
For the 2018 Christmas season Maiella and Milan Riva, Lily Demus and Simone Sitchon will be collecting items and money to help both Lake Tahoe Humane Society and El Dorado County Animal Shelter.
Last year the four girls collected clothing and toys for local foster youth and in 2016 they collected gloves, hats, socks, coats, and thermals for the Tahoe Warm Room.
Convicted El Dorado County puppy broker gets another 240 days in jail
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 12:10pmAn El Dorado Hills woman who was convicted of felony animal cruelty charges in 2016 has been sentenced to an additional 240 days of jail time for violating the conditions of her felony probation. The jail sentence was handed down in El Dorado County Superior Court on November 9, 2018.
Ginger Turk, 48, a puppy broker, has had many run-ins with the law over the years due to her illegal practice of importing tiny, under-aged, un-weaned, high-priced ($4,000+) puppies from South Korea and selling them over the internet and in person.
Update: Lake Tahoe Humane Society moving, donations still needed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 11:05pm”Storms Make Trees Take Deeper Roots” – Dolly Parton
We always like to start our organizational releases with a quote to help paint a picture of where things stand.
Humane Society ex-director pleads guilty to embezzlement charges
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Nicola (Niki) Congero, 50, the former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS), pleaded guilty Monday to felony embezzlement for using almost $60,000 of Humane Society money for her own personal purposes.
Former Lake Tahoe Humane Society director offered plea agreement
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 8:49pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society will be back in court on Monday, September 24 to face felony charges of embezzlement.
Nicola "Niki" Congero has been offered a plea agreement by the El Dorado County District Attorney's Office and has until the 8:30 a.m. hearing Monday to give them her answer. She is being represented by El Dorado County Public Defender James Warden who has been with Congero during her court hearings on August 28 and September 10.
Ex-Humane Society director accused of embezzlement back in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/20/2018 - 8:52amNicola "Niki" Congero, the former Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS) executive director accused of embezzlement, is now sitting in the El Dorado County Jail in Placerville.
On Sunday, August 19, 2018, the El Dorado County Sheriff's extradition team returned from Knoxville, Tennessee with Congero. She is accused of using the LTHS debit card on personal things such gambling, rental furniture for her home, dentist bills, family cell phones, repairs to family members vehicles, and numerous point of sale purchases with cash back at casinos, just to name a few.
Former Lake Tahoe Humane Society director arrested on embezzlement charges
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 11:45amDetectives from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department flew to Tennessee overnight to arrest Nicola "Niki" Congero, the former executive director of Lake Tahoe Humane Society.
Congero, 50, was arrested without incident on the morning of Wednesday, August 1 and booked into the Knoxville jail on charges of embezzling approximately $60,000 from the South Lake Tahoe based non-profit. She is being held there on $200,000 bail and is currently awaiting extradition.
Lake Tahoe Humane Society to sell building, but keeps organization going in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/07/2018 - 12:53pmThe new board of directors for the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS) has decided to put their building on Emerald Bay Road up for sale.
Full slate of activities to enjoy this weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/31/2018 - 7:45pmLooking for something to do this weekend in South Lake Tahoe? No matter what you like there should be something for your to enjoy!
Saturday, June 2
The first weekend of Valhalla Renaissance Faire in South Lake Tahoe at Camp Richardson, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. More info: http://southtahoenow.com/story/05/26/2018/valhalla-renaissance-faire-south-lake-tahoe-over-two-weekends
Locals Day at Lake Tahoe Golf Course benefits Humane Society
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/14/2018 - 8:56amEvent Date:
May 15, 2018 - 9:00am
Locals day at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course to benefit the Lake Tahoe Humane Society will be Tuesday, May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For just $20, hit the course and golf 18 holes.
$10 of each round will go to help the non-profit keep their doors open in South Lake Tahoe.
The newly elected board will be on hand to answer all questions about the future of the humane society.
Lake Tahoe Humane Society holds garage sale
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/11/2018 - 10:20pmEvent Date:
June 2, 2018 - 8:00am
As the new Lake Tahoe Humane Society Board of Directors restarts, rebuilds, restores and re-engages the agency, they are holding a yard sale to remove excess merchandise to help in that effort on Saturday, June 2.
From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., they will be selling lots of goods in their back parking lot. Even though the agency is located at 884 Emerald Bay Road, its easier to access by parking behind them on Roger Avenue.
Logo contest for Lake Tahoe Humane Society as they "Restart, Rebuild, Restore, and Re-engage"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 7:21amThe new board members of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society are looking for members of the community to create their new logo, part of their "Restart, Rebuild, Restore, and Re-engage" plan. The new logo is one part of their plan moving the group forward and restoring services back to the community.
Requirements
· An official and inspiring logo created by you with up to 100 word or less description regarding the concept, what inspired you, and why you think it is representative of Animal Welfare in the Lake Tahoe Basin
· 1 or 2 colors , preferably 1.
Lake Tahoe Humane Society reorganizes and adds transparency
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 11:17amThe Lake Tahoe Humane Society and SPCA organization has elected a new board of directors and all members of the previous board will stepping down.
Michael Dalton will be the new president and is joined by VP of Governance and Compliance Sandra DeLeon, VP of Operations Chantale Hansen, Mariel Berei, secretary and Elizabeth Naylor, treasurer.
Lorna Lefler, Sue Pritchett, and Kim Stephenson, the board who tried to hold things together after the firing of their former executive director, will be stepping down effective immediately.
Author Sue Owens Wright at the SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 7:17am
Event Date:
May 5, 2018 - 12:01pm Join the Friends as we share a delightful afternoon with Sacramento author, Sue Owens Wright, as she presents the 5th book in popular Beanie and Cruiser Mystery Series, "Ears for Murder". Ms Wright is an award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction and has earned special recognition from the Humane Society of the United States for her writing. Her books feature Native American Beanie MacBean and her lovable basset hound, Cruiser. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
Open house for prospective board members at Lake Tahoe Humane Society
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/04/2018 - 11:02pmEvent Date:
April 7, 2018 - 5:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and SPCA is following up their March 29 meeting with an announcement that they are accepting applications for people interested in joining their board of directors. Two informational “meet and greets” for prospective board members are scheduled at the agency’s office at 884 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 7 and Monday, April 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
New board members and volunteers sought for Lake Tahoe Humane Society
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/29/2018 - 10:42pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's been almost one year since the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS) fired their former Executive Director Niki Congero amid allegations of embezzlement. For months, South Lake Tahoe Police detectives worked through piles of paperwork and film, completing the case for the El Dorado County District Attorney in December. Since then, the case has been in the hands of the DA's office, but nothing has happened yet.
Author Sue Owens Wright returns
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/25/2018 - 7:00pm
Event Date:
May 5, 2018 - 12:00pm Join the Friends as we share a delightful morning with Sacramento author, Sue Owens Wright, as she presents the 5th book in popular Beanie and Cruiser Mystery Series, "Ears for Murder". Ms Wright is an award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction and has earned special recognition from the Humane Society of the United States for her writing. Her books feature Native American Beanie MacBean and her lovable basset hound, Cruiser.
Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe Humane Society open on Fridays only as they restructure
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/22/2018 - 2:16pmFor 51 years the Lake Tahoe Humane Society has offered services to animals in the South Lake Tahoe community, but today they are facing some tough times after firing their executive director almost one year ago amidst allegations of embezzlement arose when their bank called them about irregular activity on the agency's debit card.
Rudolph "Rudy" Pakes, Sr. June 4, 1926 ~ February 14, 2018
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/20/2018 - 6:07pmRudolph M. Pakes Sr, 91, passed away peacefully and with grace in his home on February 14, 2018 his family by his side.
Rudy was born on June 4, 1926 in Belle Valley, Ohio. His parents Andrew Pakes and Susan Krempasky immigrated from what was then Czechoslovakia for the promise of the “American Dream.” They met and married in Belle Valley, where Andrew worked in the coalmines. Rudy had 5 brothers and 3 sisters. He had a wonderful childhood in Ohio, all of his siblings attended K-12 in a one-room schoolhouse.
Students ease exam stress with pets from Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/18/2018 - 12:52amThe Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe recently brought pets to Truckee High School and North Tahoe High School to act as therapy dogs and help ease the tension and stress of midterm exams. The students had the opportunity to take a break from studying and test-taking to pet and play with the shelter dogs.
Carole "Honey" McCall 4/7/30 ~ 2/6/18
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/07/2018 - 1:34pmCarole, affectionately known as “Honey” to her grandkids, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 6 to be with her husband of 63 years. Carole was preceded in death by George McCall, on November 30, 2017.
Vendor and sponsor spots open for 7th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden show
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/13/2018 - 12:22pmThe 7th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show is coming back to the South Tahoe Middle School Multi Purpose Room on April 27 and 28, 2018. Produced by Golden Bear Events, the show will run from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. This family friendly show offers free admission for attendees and door prizes.
Dogs help students de-stress before finals at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/01/2017 - 11:14pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It wasn't your normal evening in the library at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) on Thursday. There was no librarian with the proverbial "shhhh." There was no quiet spot to study, and there was a table full of food and a lounge full of dogs.
Yes, dogs.
The volunteers from Lake Tahoe Humane Society who take their therapy dogs to Barton Health's Skilled Nursing Facility five days a week brought their dogs to the library as part of the school's quarterly De-Stress Night.
Designer's adoption event helps pets find forever homes
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2017 - 3:46pmA North Lake Tahoe designer's sponsoring of adoption fees resulted in more than a dozen pets found homes last month.
Scott Corridan took care of the fees at the at the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) August 17-19.
A total of nine dogs and eight cats were adopted during the three-day event, nearly breaking shelter records. New owners were also treated to a mini photo shoot designed by Corridan.
“Witnessing the joy and connection between these adopters and their new pet was profoundly moving,” Corridan said. “To be able to be a part of that was an honor.”
TEDx South Lake Tahoe speaker lineup announced
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/31/2017 - 9:38pmEvent Date:
September 29, 2017 (All day)
After a popular, and sold out, inaugural event in 2016, TEDx South Lake Tahoe is coming back and promises to be bigger and better.
The TEDx license only allowed 100 attendees at The Loft during its first year, but after a trip the New York and a TEDx main event, local organizers were able to qualify South Lake Tahoe for a larger audience in 2017.