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Kiwanis Septoberfest
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 12:25pm
Event Date:
September 27, 2019 - 6:00pm The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra is holding their 17th annual Septoberfest fundraiser at MontBleu Casino and Resort on September 27, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Tickets include Biergarten, wine tasting, German buffet, silent auction, the popular "envelope opportunity" and live music. This year try your luck at the new "Wheel of Meat" and the beer stein holding contest.
Early tickets are available for $50 per person, $55 at the door. Visit https://www.tahoesierrakiwanis.org/septoberfest/.
For more information, contact Carolyn at 530 721-1931.
Stateline redevelopment area remains intact after Douglas County Commissioners' decision
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 11:52pmSTATELINE, Nev. - Douglas County Redevelopment Area No. 2 (RDA2) at Stateline is moving forward despite a move to have it dissolved by Douglas County Commissioner Dave Nelson.
There was an overflow crowd at the commissioner's June 20 meeting at Lake Tahoe. Many of those who could not fit in the meeting room were accommodated with audio feed in the judges' chambers and the bottom floor of the parking garage.
Reuters: Sources say Eldorado Resorts clinches $18 billion cash and stock deal for Caesars
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 6:37pmU.S. casino operator Eldorado Resorts Inc of Reno has agreed to merge with Caesars Entertainment Corp in a cash and stock deal that values its peer at about $18 billion including debt, people familiar with the matter told Reuters on Sunday.
The agreement comes three months after Reuters reported that Caesars had agreed to give Eldorado access to its books under pressure from billionaire investor Carl Icahn, who earlier this year was awarded seats on Caesars’ board.
Google Nest team builds and donates 150 bikes for South Lake Tahoe youth
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/02/2019 - 10:23pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A gathering of the Google Nest team at MontBleu this week not only provided staff with a great team building retreat in Lake Tahoe, but it also provided 150 local youth with brand new bikes.
Hundreds of the Google Nest employees took part in building and giving away the bikes that were presented to youth from the McKinney-Vento homeless program at Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD), the Family Resource Center, Tahoe Youth and Family Services and Live Violence Free.
Having a voice in the Lake Tahoe Main Street Management Plan
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 9:01amSTATELINE, Nev. - Dozens of residents from both sides of the state line on the South Shore attended the Main Street Management Plan workshop Wednesday to participate in planning the future of Lake Tahoe Boulevard from Pioneer Trail/Raley's area to MontBleu.
Douglas County commissioner expresses regret for action at meeting
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 10:40amSTATELINE, Nev. – One of the two Douglas County commissioners involved in an altercation on Thursday has issued a statement, regretting the behavior displayed at their meeting in Lake Tahoe.
Bread & Broth celebrates 30 years, volunteers and Father Grace just before his death
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 9:58pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a celebration of 30 years of serving food to the local community through St. Theresa Church's Bread & Broth program. It was a celebration of the volunteers that make their Monday Night meals, Second Serving meals and Bread & Broth 4 Kids so successful in feeding those in need, not only of food but for camaraderie and community.
Choices for Children celebrates caregivers during Month of the Young Child
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 8:37pmChoices for Children is holding their 27th annual Provider Appreciation Breakfast on Saturday, April 27 at the Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge. April is "Month of the Young Child," a fitting time to celebrate those who care for youth.
RAH Hair Studio moves to new location at The Crossing
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 11:46amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For ten years the RAH Hair Studio has operated at a location near Sierra Boulevard, but as they enter their second decade, they have moved to a beautiful new space at The Crossing in South Lake Tahoe.
Is was not a normal April Fool's Day when Rah's owner Angela Zajic opened the doors on her new place for the first time. In the works for five months, the new space in The Crossing next to Verde Mexican Rotisserie has been turned into something that looks like it's straight from the pages of Etsy and Pinterest.
Fun and exciting night at Dancing With the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 5:51pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was another successful night of Dancing with the Tahoe Stars as contestants tapped, salsa'd, ballroomed and funked their way across the MontBleu stage, all to raise money for the Tahoe Arts Project (TAP).
City Council hears update on US50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 6:06pmEvent Date:
March 14, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's been over three decades in the making. The US50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project, also known as the Loop Road, is getting closer to becoming a final plan and its implementation.
The South Lake Tahoe City Council heard a presentation by Tahoe Transportation District (TTD), Lew Feldman and John Hasty of Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) on Tuesday, outlining what has been accomplished and what is left to be done.
V-Day South Lake Tahoe holds 17th annual benefit performance of The Vagina Monologues
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 7:56pmEvent Date:
February 22, 2019 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A benefit performance of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues will be held in South Lake Tahoe February 22-23 at MontBleu Resort.
Originally scheduled for the LTCC Duke Theater, the fundraiser had to move due to some broken water pipes in the theater on Tuesday.
The Vagina Monologues returns for its 17th year in South Lake Tahoe with a goal this year of raising $15,000 for scholarships for female-identified students at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Dancing With the Tahoe Stars unveils the local celebrity dancing lineup
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/29/2019 - 10:59pmEvent Date:
March 2, 2019 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dancing With the Tahoe Stars, one of the top fundraisers of the year, is just five weeks away and the local celebrities have been announced along with their professional partners.
On Saturday, March 2, 2019, ten couples will take the stage at MontBleu at 6:30 p.m. to raise funds for the Tahoe Arts Project. Also featured will be guest dancers, fun, celebrity judges, alumni and more.
The local celebrity dancers, their partners and the dance they'll be doing:
Deanna Brothers and Gerzon Chaves - CHA CHA
Ellen Camacho and Oliver-Paul Adams - JAZZ
Warm up with a fiery violin concerto featuring the great Elizabeth Pitcairn, and the thrilling Oratorio, "Elijah"!
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 5:33pm
Event Date:
February 10, 2019 - 4:00pm TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus presents celebrated American violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn performing one of the 10 greatest violin concertos of all time. And more than 100 singers and instrumentalists bring you Mendelssohn’s spectacular “Elijah.” Hear the concert at Montbleu Casino Theater in South Lake Tahoe/Stateline on Sunday, Feb. 10th at 4:00 p.m.
Other performances will be Feb. 9 - 17 in Incline Village, Gardnerville and Reno.
Dancing With the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 8:48pmEvent Date:
March 2, 2019 - 6:30pm
Save the Date! Tahoe Arts Project holds their 7th annual Dancing With the Tahoe Stars at MontBleu Casino Resort of Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets will be $10-$60 and are available at tahoeartsproject.tix.com
For more information please call Tahoe Arts Project at 530 542-3632
The local celebrities this year are:
Tracy Kettleson from Bert's
Amy Jackson from Mt. Tallac High
Dentist Dr. Deanna Brothers
Realtor Ellen Camacho
Matt Slater from Barton Orthopaedics
Luca Genasci from Lake Tahoe Aleworx
Jared Benvenuto from Aloha Ice Cream
South Lake Tahoe activities to wrap up 2018
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/27/2018 - 1:20amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Shore is full of activity as visitors and locals alike say goodbye to 2018 and welcome in 2019.
Living the New Reality: Climate Change & Wildland Fires, Jan. 30
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 10:34am
Event Date:
January 30, 2019 - 8:00am Living the New Reality: What You Should Know About Climate Change & Wildland Fires
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019
8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Harveys Lake Tahoe Cabaret Theater
FREE TO PUBLIC - with free validated parking in Harveys garage
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Report (IPCC) – Update (8 - 9:15 a.m.)
What consequences does the recent IPCC report indicate? Impacts on humans and natural systems of additional warming? Adaptation and mitigation options for reducing risks over shorter and longer time scales.
Speaker:
Location
Harveys Cabaret
United States
See map: Google Maps
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 1:37amMontbleu Resort Casino and Spa hosted Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal on November 27 and sent an amazing sponsor crew to help the B&B volunteers serve a turkey tetrazzini full course dinner to the 92 guests attending dinner that evening.
The doors to St. Theresa Grace Hall are open from 4:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and everyone from the community is invited to enjoy the tasty and filling dinners that are served every Monday throughout the year by the Bread & Broth organization.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 10:17amGood Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Mostly Clear to Partly Cloudy Skies and Resorts continue to open more Lifts & Terrain. Heavenly opens California Base access; Kirkwood opens Chairs 2, 3 & 4 to the Back Side, Sierra at Tahoe opens Back Side’ Squaw opens KT22, Scott & Sherwood open at Alpine; Mammoth opens all lifts with 151 trails open. Sunshine & Blue Skies with Machine Groomed Corduroy and Skier-Rider Packed Powder… Have Fun & Be Safe! Don’t miss the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival this evening at Montbleu.
Opening of holiday season: Annual Festival of Trees and Lights
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 10:50pmEvent Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 09 2018 .
December 7, 2018 (All day)
December 8, 2018 (All day)
December 9, 2018 (All day)
STATELINE, Nev. - There is something for everyone, young and old, at the 10th annual Festival of Trees and Lights this weekend at MontBleu Resort. The convention center at the Stateline casino has been turned into a winter wonderland that is highlighted by the star of the show, the festive Christmas trees.
The winter celebration includes the Senior Stroll, Teddy Bear Brunch, Family Night, the Gala and much more from Friday, Dec. 7 through Sunday, Dec. 9.
Public viewing: Friday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 9 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Catch Handel's Messiah this season in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 11:52amEvent Date:
December 9, 2018 - 3:00pm
TOCCATA–Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus is concluding their 13th season with a holiday production of Handel's Messiah, and there are several chances around Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada people can catch this classic.
Along with the seasonal carols the group will be performing the audience is encouraged to join in singing.
Vocal Soloists for these perfromances will include: Sopranos Joy Strotz, Maria Arrigotti, Anne Davidson and Becky Earl; Mezzo Soprano Jenna Sims; Tenors Brad Perry and Robert Bousquet; and Baritones Stuart Duke, Emzy Burroughs and Chris Nelson.
Soroptimist's Best of 2018 Restaurant, Brewery and Winery announced
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/10/2018 - 4:10pmAttendees at the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe's 48th annual Evening of Food, Wine and Beer Tasting voted for their favorite wineries, restaurants and breweries from the night at MontBleu on November 9, 2018.
Guests at the event had the opportunity to taste wines from over 30 different wineries, six breweries and 20 restaurants. Each guest voted for their favorite winery, restaurant and brewery.
This year's votes went to the following:
Best Restaurant -Sonney's BBQ Shack Bar & Grill
Best Brewery - South Lake Brewing Company
16th annual Tahoe Adventure Film Festival headed to town
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 7:51am
Event Date:
December 8, 2018 - 6:30pm The Tahoe Adventure Film Festival (TAFF) is like no other film festival in the world and the public is invited to find out all about it when they celebrate their annual event on December 8, 2018 at MontBleu Resort, where it all began 16 years ago.
This is not your typical stuffy film festival. This fun high-energy evening will fuel your passion for action and ignite your senses for adventure. It highlights the best adventure sports films of the year and showcases the action sports world's best talent.
Overwhelming support of South Shore Community Revitalization Project at TRPA meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 11:55pmSTATELINE, Nev. - A standing room only crowd was in the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board room on October 25, 2018 for an updated presentation, and plans for the next steps, of the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project, commonly known as the Loop Road. It reroutes Highway 50 from its current location in front of Heavenly Village and the casinos to behind Raley's, the Village Center and Harrahs Tahoe.
Heart By Heart, Featuring Original HEART Members, To Perform At MontBleu Casino November 10
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 12:29pm
Event Date:
November 10, 2018 - 7:00pm Heart By Heart, which features original founding HEART members Bassist Steve Fossen and Drummer Mike Derosier, won’t be making fans HEART fans feel so “Alone” as they hit the MontBleu Resort Casino on November 10 at 7 PM with acclaimed vocalist Somar Macek at the helm.
The Heart By Heart tour will bring back all of the favorites from the multi-platinum selling band including “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You,” “Alone” and more by perfectly recreating the songs of HEART.
Location
Montbleu Casino Resort
55 Highway 50
United States
See map: Google Maps
Winners of Lake Tahoe Blue Ribbon Awards to be announced November 8
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/28/2018 - 12:39pmEvent Date:
November 8, 2018 - 5:30pm
Over 80 local nominees will be celebrated during the 11th annual Blue Ribbon Awards on Thursday, Nov. 8 at MontBleu Resort starting at 5:30 p.m.
The public is invited to join the Tahoe Chamber in celebrating the businesses and individuals that make the South Shore a great community to live, work and play.
Over last 20 years, Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe donates over $1M
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/26/2018 - 9:52pmThrough generous contributions made to the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) club during their annual wine tasting events, the club has been able to give back to the local community over $1,040,822 in scholarships, awards and grants.
Forty years of Freaker's Ball in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 1:10pmEvent Date:
October 27, 2018 - 9:00pm
This year is a big milestone in the history of the Freaker's Ball....40 years of fun and entertainment at a variety of South Shore locations since its inception. On Saturday, October 26, 2018 the Freaker's Ball will be held at MontBleu Resort & Spa starting at 9:00 p.m. The crowds continue to grow and the costumes continue to entertain.
The following is a reprint of our story from 2014:
The Beginning in 1978
Assembly line of love and tradition behind famous Barton Auxiliary Cheese Balls
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/24/2018 - 12:51amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For 29 years members of the Barton Hospital Auxiliary and their volunteers have been creating cheese balls to sell during the holidays, and for 29 years the popularity of the garlicky, nutty and slightly spicy cheese balls has continued to grow.
One creamy swipe across a piece of sourdough bread or dipped with a cracker, and anyone with a discerning palate can tell the difference between store-bought and these homemade delights.
But what is in that tasty swipe is a guarded secret.
South Lake Tahoe job fair looking for potential employers and employees
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 8:46pmEvent Date:
October 18, 2018 - 2:00pm
Looking for that next superstar employee? Looking to be that superstar?
The Tahoe Chamber, in partnership with ADVANCE and Golden Sierra Job Training Agency, is holding the Tahoe Works Winter Job Fair on Thursday, Oct. 18 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa.
This will be the ultimate hiring event before the winter season and a great opportunity for employers to find the perfect fit for open positions.
Employers can have a booth at the fair for $75 if chamber members, $100 for non-members.
South Lake Tahoe's Ryan Wallace wins international para-athlete tournament
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/06/2018 - 9:34pmA South Lake Tahoe man won gold in the Heavyweight Para-Division of the Abu-Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Tournament recently in Los Angeles.
Ryan Wallace, who we've written many stories about over the last four years, competed against para-athletes from around the world for the second consecutive year at the tournament. In 2017 Wallace won the silver medal and he spent the last year working tirelessly to improve, capping his 2018 performance with a hard fought 7-0 victory.
"I was grateful for the opportunity to demonstrate that improvement," said Wallace.
It's Marathon Week in Lake Tahoe; Expect road closure October 14
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/06/2018 - 8:12pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual Lake Tahoe Marathon is October 12-14, 2018 with 1,800 athletes headed to town for the race. Over 20 events will take place around Lake Tahoe during the three days of fun and festivities this year, the 23rd year of the Marathon. Over 2,500 family members and friends are also expected to travel to the lake to watch and enjoy the town.
Dance of Hope connecting Ugandans with South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/05/2018 - 7:25amDance of Hope, a cultural music and dance-touring program from Uganda, has been in South Shore schools all week, connecting youth to the sounds of the world with passionate rhythms, sensational sounds, and exhilarating and colorful choreography.
They also stopped by Marcia Sarosik's dance studio in South Lake Tahoe to work with middle school students who will be accompanying them on the MontBleu stage Friday night during Tahoe Art's Project Dance of Hope performance.
Boys and Girls Club celebrate 25th anniversary with online auction and golf tournament
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/01/2018 - 7:19pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One of the most popular golf tournaments on the South Shore is the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe’s (BGCLT) Golf Classic held annually at Edgewood Tahoe. As always, this year's tournament will feature 18 fun-filled holes, and for those who can't attend, an online auction featuring golf outings, vacations and hotel stays, events and gifts.
Things to do in the South Lake Tahoe area this weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/27/2018 - 11:20pmFire Fest 2018 - Saturday, September 29, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the rear parking lot of the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe. Admission is free and it's a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about fire safety and conservation. There will be a Fire Chiefs dunk tank to raise funds for the Wildland Firefighters Foundation. More info: http://southtahoenow.com/story/09/15/2018/firefest-returns-south-lake-tahoe
Tahoe Arts Project brings Dance of Hope to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 9:49pmEvent Date:
October 5, 2018 - 7:00pm
Tahoe Arts Project is bringing a week full of dance and music to South Lake Tahoe and Zephyr Cove students with Dance of Hope during the week of October 1-5, wrapping up with an evening performance at MontBleu Resort on Friday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Winter job fair Tahoe Works to be held October 18
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/07/2018 - 8:58amLAKE TAHOE, CA/NV - The winter job fair, Tahoe Works, will be held on October 18 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at MontBleu Resort. This hiring event puts the South Shore's employers in touch with those looking for jobs, all under one roof.
Attendess can also receive information on resources including housing and healthcare.
THe job fair is sponsored by the Tahoe Chamber, Advance and Golden Sierra.
For more information and to register - https://business.tahoechamber.org/events/details/tahoe-works-winter-job-fair-attendee-registration-1...
Nominations open for Tahoe Chamber's Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/07/2018 - 8:19amThe Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce, also known as the Tahoe Chamber, is holding the annual Blue Ribbon Awards on November 8 at the MontBleu Resort from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The public is invited to participate in the nomination process and can submit their candidates for the awards until October 5.
Kiwanis 16th annual SeptOberfest
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/05/2018 - 11:42pmEvent Date:
September 27, 2018 - 6:00pm
The Kiwanis of Tahoe Sierra Club is holding their 16th annual SeptOberfest on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at MontBleu Casino Resort from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Once again they offer beer tasting, German buffet, wine tasting, a beer garden, a stein holding contest, music, dancing, silent and live auction and a lot of fun. They are also bringing back their famous envelopes full of great prizes.
Tickets are $50 if purchased before September 8, $55 after that date.
SISLT holds 49th annual Evening of Food, Wine and Beer Tasting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 11:03pmEvent Date:
November 9, 2018 - 6:00pm
The 48th Annual An Evening of Food, Wine and Beer Tasting and Competition will be held on November 9, 2018 at MontBleu.
Raffle Tickets, 5 for $40 or $10 each
Tickets $75/person — Tickets available at the door.
ONLINE TICKET SALES (early-bird $65/ticket until October 3rd)
DATE: Friday, November 9, 2018
TIME: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Mont Bleu Resort Casino & Spa Convention Center, Lake Tahoe, NV
Please note that this is a 21 and over event and a valid photo ID will be required at the door.
For more information: https://www.sislt.org/48th-wine-tasting/
Full speaker lineup at TEDx SouthLakeTahoe 2018
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/19/2018 - 5:15pm“Building Bridges” is the theme for the 3rd annual TEDx SouthLakeTahoe on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at MontBleu Resort and the speaker lineup is a robust one, including a South Tahoe High student.
Organizers aim to bring unity and positivity during a time that division is too strong a motivation. While each topic discussed will be different, they will intertwine with the theme in the presentations.
Speakers for the evening are:
Kiwanis SeptOberfest coming to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/19/2018 - 12:17amMark your calendars and plan to join the Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra for their 16th annual SeptOberfest on Thursday, September 27 at MontBleu Resort in Lake Tahoe.
Not only will attendees get a German buffet dinner, seasonal beer from the biergarten and wine tasting, but they can also participate in the famous Beer Stein Holding Contest, dance the night away, bid on amazing items and walk away with their special prize envelopes.
Help requested in finding missing dog in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 5:41pmA Las Vegas woman who was on vacation on the South Shore last weekend is asking for the public's help in finding her dog Coco, a four-pound chihuahua.
Nicole and her family were staying at Harrah's Tahoe, and while she was up zip lining at Heavenly on July 27, those in charge of Coco's care had her out for a walk. She slipped out of her harness, got scared and took off sprinting through the casino corridor along Highway 50.
Coco crossed the highway at MontBleu and ran down the driveway between the Hard Rock and Harveys.
2018 Blue Ribbon Award nominees sought
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/27/2018 - 6:55pmIt's time again for people to make nominations for the Tahoe Chamber's 11th annual Blue Ribbon Awards.
This awards program is the community’s opportunity to recognize South Shore businesses, organizations and individuals for achievements, community contributions, and milestones.
The awards ceremony will be held on November 8, 2018 at MontBleu Resort Casino, and nominations will be accepted until October 5.
Categories for nominations:
Experience Award - Business providing compelling and captivating experiences.
What to do in South Lake Tahoe: Music, food and theater highlight the weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 7:52amSummertime in Lake Tahoe brings not only time on the beach and trails, but special events in and around South Lake Tahoe.
Some of this weekend's events:
Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat & Betty at Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre. Don't miss the highly acclaimed one woman show - Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat and Betty. Enjoy this production that humanizes the political scene with a story both whimsical and deeply moving - a behind-the-scenes look at Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, and Betty Ford. Share the journey of each as she deals with the fishbowl of First Ladydom.
Nearly 500 gather up 1,458 pounds of trash from Lake Tahoe beaches
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/05/2018 - 11:02pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - 499 volunteers hit the beaches of Lake Tahoe Thursday as part of the annual July 5 Beach Cleanup crew. Each year, volunteers hit the beaches to pick up trash left over by holiday revelers.
This year they removed 1,458 pounds of litter from five beaches: Commons Beach in Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Kiva Beach, Nevada Beach and Regan Beach in South Lake Tahoe. Not only did they comb the six miles of beach, but they also sorted and counted the items collected.
DCSO SWAT team and Harrah's Tahoe employees clean up homeless encampments
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/21/2018 - 10:54pmA group from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office SWAT team and Harrah's Tahoe recently swept an area known for homeless encampments in the forest behind both Harrah's and MontBleu.
They cleaned up make-shift campsites which contained bedding, furniture, drug paraphernalia and rubbish.
The officers issued an illegal camping citation to one person.
Letter: Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra club thanks all who made Elegant Evening a success
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 2:57pmSoroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra’s Elegant Evening 2018 at Harrah’s Tahoe was a huge success and that was due to the generosity of businesses and friends both near and far.
Thank you to all who attended this fun, entertaining and worthwhile event and those that donated to enable our support of the many programs and organizations we assist. As always, all money raised is invested into schools, scholarships, community projects, youth, and services both locally and globally. (www.sitahoesierra.org) .t
Weather delays NV Energy repair work on Highway 50
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 11:28amInclement weather has delayed the completion of work on the damaged NV Energy underground electrical vault on Highway 50 at Stateline to Friday, June 1. They had originally planned for work to be completed on May 17.
The road has been paved with a temporary patch and both westbound lanes will remain open to traffic until permanent paving begins on Wednesday, May 30. Eastbound lanes will remain open during the course of work.
Tahoe Works Job Fair
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/04/2018 - 11:58am
Looking for a job? Join us for the South Shore’s ultimate hiring event on May 17. Meet employers, get information on housing and more.
Looking for a job? Join us for the South Shore’s ultimate hiring event on Thursday, May 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.! Get information on resources from housing and healthcare, meet with all of the South Shore’s top employers, and take the next step in your career.
Sponsored by the Tahoe Chamber, El Dorado County and ADVANCE.
This event is FREE to attend and all attendees will receive a FREE headshot photo as well as snacks and refreshments.
Participating Businesses:
Aramark Lake Tahoe - Zephyr Cove Resort and Lake Tahoe Cruises
Beach Retreat and Lodge Tahoe