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Sierra Strings Free Holiday Concert at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 3:31pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2019 - 3:00pm This much loved concert is popular, so come early, meet with local authors first, and then enjoy this magical performance. Everyone is sure to leave feeling festive. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
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Winter Anthology of Authors at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 3:28pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2019 - 12:30pm This free event will feature a number of local authors presenting their books for sale. This pre-holiday gathering will make it easy to shop for your favorite bookworm or that person who has everything. This is a wonderful way to shop local and support your Library community. A raffle for door prizes generously donated by local businesses will be included. Immediately following the Anthology join us for a concert by Sierra Strings...
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
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Old West Trio and local musicians headline events at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 3:41pm
Event Date:
June 15, 2019 - 11:00am The Old West Trio returns to the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park this coming week in an evening concert, while two local musicians are featured at the park’s upcoming Neighbor Fair, an event highlighting Carson Valley’s non-profit organizations.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
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Winter Bazaar
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 5:51pm
Event Date:
December 8, 2018 - 10:00am The Annual Winter Bazaar will be held on Saturday, December 8th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The event will be at the American Legion Post on Hwy 50, across from Meeks, and admission is free.
Vendors will offer gift items, health options, food, local authors, collectibles, ornaments and holiday decor, art, jewelry, kitchen items, drawing prizes, and more.For more information, email goldenbearevents@gmail.com
Rediscover Woodfords: Walk the old with us and discover the new
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 5:01pm
Event Date:
June 9, 2018 - 10:00am Join local guides wearing period dress for a short stroll through the historic town of Woodfords! Visit the site where the old Merrill Hotel and Daniel Woodford’s “Sign of the Elephant” once stood, and hear true tales about the Emigrant Trail wagons and Pony Express riders that once passed through town.
Location
Mad Dog Cafe
290 A Old Pony Express Road
Markleeville, California 96120
United States
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Genoa Cemetery, Markleeville ghosts and more at the SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/10/2018 - 4:46pm
Event Date:
April 21, 2018 - 1:00pm Join local authors Karen Dustman, Laurie Hickey, and photographer Judy Wickwire to hear stories from their recently-released book, "The Old Genoa Cemetery." The first in a four-volume series, this fascinating book takes readers on a tour of the southern-most section of this historic cemetery, and honors the lives of some of Carson Valley's earliest and most prominent settlers who are buried here.
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
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Do shopping at South Lake Tahoe holiday fairs Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/02/2017 - 7:12pm
Event Date:
December 3, 2017 - 10:00am
Those on the South Shore will be treated to two holiday bazaars on Sunday, December 3, 2017.
Golden Bear Events is hosting their annual Winter Bazaar at the American Legion at 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., holiday shoppers can find See's Candies, handmade jewelry, home decor, books from local authors, photography, treats from Don's Cakes by the Lake, Girl Scout Troop #123 will be selling handmade crafts, Beauty Control, hair accessories, fiber arts, clothing and more, plus the Cheer Team will be gift wrapping for a donation.
4th annual Winter Bazaar in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/09/2017 - 1:46pm
Event Date:
December 3, 2017 - 10:00am The fourth annual Winter Bazaar will be held at the American Legion Post 795, 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe on Sunday, December 3, 2017. The event will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will feature handmade jewelry, local authors, hair accessories, hand made crafts, gift items, drawing prizes, and more.
Admission to the event is free.
For more information, or to be a vendor, contact JoAnn at goldenbearevents@gmail.com or 530/544-7412.
Winter Bazaar and Health Fair
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/21/2016 - 12:27pm
Event Date:
November 12, 2016 - 10:00am Golden Bear Events is holding their second annual Winter Bazaar and Health Fair will take place at the Inn by the Lake Events Center in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, November 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Admission to the event is free, and each attendee will receive a free door prize ticket.
Vendors will offer a variety of specialty food, candles, home decor, jewelry, art, books, and other gift items for holiday gift giving or home decorating. Health tips and services will also be offered. Drawing prize tickets will be available for purchase for some amazing gifts baskets.
Authors to speak on Historic Bodie Railroad
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 06/12/2016 - 2:45pm
Event Date:
June 19, 2016 - 10:00am Authors Wanda and Richard Canton will speak on their book, Bodie Railway & Lumber Company: Railroad in the Sky 1881–1917, in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Sunday, June 19, at 10:00 a.m.
The Cantons’ book tells the story of the dream of bringing timbers and cordwood to the remote mining town of Bodie, Calif. by train. In 1880 the mining town of Bodie was located at over 8300' in the eastern Sierra. The plans for a 32-mile narrow gauge railway developed through hard work and some luck as well.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Highway 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
38° 56' 28.2588" N, 119° 46' 46.4556" W
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South Lake Tahoe: What to do this weekend
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/14/2015 - 9:40am
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.
SNAFU Con, anime and gaming convention in Reno this weekend
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/27/2015 - 8:16am
Event Date:
October 30, 2015 (All day)
Sierra Nevada Anime Fans Unite, also known as SNAFU, will be holding their 6th annual anime and gaming fan convention October 30 through November 1 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks.
Start off the holiday season at the Winter Bazaar
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/25/2015 - 6:15pm
Event 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.
Lake Tahoe Home & Garden Show on Friday and Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/23/2015 - 9:33pm
The 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.
The Crazy Club’s Open Mic Morning- Children's Story Time & Talent Contest
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/10/2014 - 4:24pm
Event Date:
August 2, 2014 - 10:30am Join the Crazy Club authors Christie Higman Rassuchine and Robyn Lindner, two gals who grew up in Tahoe and wrote books based on their own Crazy Club in elementary school, for a morning of fun at the library on August 2nd at 10:30 p.m.
They will read a portion of their newest book, Larry’s Lucky Charm. Many of The Crazy Club members are looking forward to showing off their talent, but will stage fright get the best of Larry Lightyear?
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
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Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Measure L
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/12/2014 - 8:38pm
I have been part of the Community since 1989 and am now a permanent resident. The South Lake Tahoe Library does more than just books and banks of computers, our library is a place where people gather to explore, interact, and imagine. It is a place where people come to know themselves and their communities. People go to the Library looking for information and find each other there.
Local Authors to Host Story Time/ Pajama Party at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 6:24pm
Event Date:
December 21, 2013 - 1:00pm The Friends of the SLT Library invite you to a Story time/ Pajama Party. Christie Rassuchine (Higman) and Robyn Lindner, two authors who grew up in Tahoe, will be reading from their newest book in their Crazy Club series, The Crazy Club’s First Slumber Party, a story dealing with being away for the first time and friends who help you overcome being homesick.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
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Local Authors to Read Their New Book "The Crazy Club Gets its Start"
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/26/2013 - 4:48pm
Event Date:
September 24, 2013 - 6:00pm The Friends of the Library are excited to present Christie Rassuchine (Higman) and Robyn Lindner, two authors who grew up in Tahoe. They will be reading from their new book. The story is about a group of elementary school students who form their own club and deal with bullying, acceptance, and what it feels like to be the new kid at school. The characters in the story are in third grade, but the book appeals to kids throughout elementary school.
This is a free, fun event and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Book sale and signing to follow.
Location
SLT Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
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Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/05/2013 - 10:12am
Event Date:
September 14, 2013 (All day) Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off
The second annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off will return to the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex on Saturday, September 14, 2013. The event will begin at 10:00 am and run until 4:00 pm. Admission is free, and door prizes will be given away every fifteen minutes. There will also be a drawing for one hundred dollars cash, given to one attendee.
An Evening with Suzanne Roberts and Tim Hauserman
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/02/2013 - 4:22pm
Event Date:
March 26, 2013 - 6:00pm Lake of the Sky Outfitters and the Tahoe Area Sierra Club invite you to join them for an Evening with local authors Suzanne Roberts and Tim Hauserman. They will be sharing slides and stories of their adventures and signing copies of their books, Almost Somewhere and Tahoe Rim Trail. You may purchase copies of these books at the event (cash or local checks only please). Admission is Free and there will be a free raffle drawing at the end of the evening.
Location
Emerald Bay Physical Therapy
812 Emerald Bay Road, SLT
Call 541-1027 for more info
United States
28° 17' 29.616" N, 82° 42' 57.2544" W
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LTCC Writer's Series on Wednesday with Jeremy Evans and Scott Lankford
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 6:17pmLake Tahoe Community College's Writers' Series continues as two local authors, Jeremy Evans and Scott Lankford, read and sign their work at the LTCC library. Stop by for the reading, buy a book to get signed, and chat with the writers.
