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John Koster returns to Lake Tahoe to take helm at Harrah's and Harveys
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 2:16pm
STATELINE, Nev. - A familiar face on the South Shore is returning to be the senior vice president and general manager for Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe properties.
Caesars Entertainment made the announcement today that John Koster will return to the Lake Tahoe gambling scene after the merger of Eldorado Resorts and Caesars Entertainment.
City of South Lake Tahoe facilities to start reopening
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/28/2020 - 3:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe will be opening their boat ramp at El Dorado Beach on Friday, May 29. Only boats with valid Tahoe, Echo Lake or Fallen Leaf Lake seals and a 2020 Tahoe sticker will be able to launch. "Tahoe Only" stickers are available for purchase at this launch site. They will be open Friday through Sunday only at this time from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Only one boat will be able to occupy the dock at a time. The boat ramp will be not be accepting cash and wireless payment technology will be utilized.
LTCC to cancel outside use of facilities and implements policies to limit COVID-19 spread
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/13/2020 - 8:28am
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is committed to helping mitigate the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and to take measures to keep staff and students safe. With that in mind, effective immediately LTCC is canceling all community events and outside group meetings planned for on campus to help reduce the chance of exposure and spread. Furthermore, LTCC is canceling all non-essential travel for LTCC employees. These are measures designed to reduce (but not eliminate) the risk of exponential community spread of COVID-19. These measures will be in effect until further notice.
Updated closures in South Lake Tahoe due to threat of coronavirus COVID 19
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/11/2020 - 3:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The threat of the coronavirus COVID-19 has prompted more events and activities to be postponed or canceled in the South Lake Tahoe area. At this time there are no confirmed cases in El Dorado, Douglas, or Carson City counties.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Both concerts scheduled for this week have been canceled.
All upcoming kindergarten tours have been canceled.
Contact individual schools for on-site meetings.
All high school athletic games and meets have been canceled until further notice.
Noboru Oishi, MD ~ 11/11/28 - 3/5/20
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 10:20am
Noboru Oishi, MD, 91, passed away suddenly and peacefully at home on March 5, 2020, in South Lake Tahoe.
Originally from Kauai, Hawaii, Dr. Oishi first traveled to Lake Tahoe in 1979 and has made South Lake Tahoe his second home ever since. Noboru and his wife, Jeri, split their time between Tahoe and Texas. Besides being an oncologist, Dr. Oishi and Jeri owned the Enchanted Florist in South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Art Walk - March 14, 2020
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/05/2020 - 5:29pm
Event Date:
March 14, 2020 - 2:00pm Every Second Saturday, Tahoe Art Walk takes place all along Tahoe’s South Shore from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This fun, free, self-guided local art tour returns March 14th to bring you new art and new events. Follow the live map at www.TahoeArtWalk.com on your mobile device or print out the map before you head out.
Tahoe Art Walk spans from Stateline, Nevada to Meyers, California. Meet photographer Dirk Yuricich at his Stateline studio, and see his awe-inspiring landscape photography of Tahoe and the world.
Location
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe City Council narrows down list of city manager candidates to four
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 8:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council narrowed down their candidate pool for the open city manager position to four during a special closed session meeting Monday, March 2, 2020.
The names of the four candidates will be released later this week according to the SLT Communications Manager Chris Fiore.
The public is invited to a reception with the finalists on Monday, March 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Idle Hour, 3351 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Final interviews will be held in closed session following the Council's March 10 meeting.
CANCELED - Closing receptions for Lake Tahoe Community College art exhibitions
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 11:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College invites one and all to a free closing reception for its three current art exhibits on Saturday, March 14 from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Come enjoy beautiful art, free refreshments, and live music courtesy of the Reno Swing Set! The opening ceremonies were previously canceled due to snow.
Ronald Gordon Renaldi ~ 1933 - 2019
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 11:40pm
Ronald Gordon Renaldi, R.Ph., passed away on December 4, 2019 at the age of 86.
Born in Oakland, California on October 26, 1933 to Hazel and Joseph Renaldi. Ron grew up in Oakland, graduating from Saint Elizabeth High School in 1951. He earned a BS from the University of California, Berkeley in 1955.
Big crowd shows up to welcome Humane Society back to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 10:28pm
SOUTH 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.
Discarded plastic sleds around Lake Tahoe a focus of artwork and Tahoe Fund project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 8:33pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. = Discarded plastic sleds and their pieces +are still an issue around Lake Tahoe and continue to be a focus of efforts with partners of the Tahoe Fund. One local artist has taken this unsightly trash and used the discarded sled pieces found on sled hills around Lake Tahoe to create an eight-foot-diameter "Sledflakes."
Public invited to City of South Lake Tahoe art gallery opening with Tahoe Arts Alliance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 5:38pm
Event Date:
December 2, 2019 - 6:00pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Arts Alliance are partnering for an art gallery reception on Monday, December 2 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at City Hall located at 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe.
The free art reception is open to the public and will include a meet and greet with displayed artists and city officials, including this quarter's artist, Regine Bandel. Bandel will be presenting her watercolor landscapes and will also be speaking at the event.
Space cleared to make way for new Lake Tahoe Boys & Girls Club building
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 12:28am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's looking a lot different at the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe facilities at the former Al Tahoe Elementary School on Lyons Avenue.
The current South Lake Tahoe site for BGCLT had major clearing this week to make way for a brand new clubhouse. Old portable buildings were removed as were some trees as crews make way for their multi-million dollar future home.
12th Annual Blue Ribbon Award winners announced
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 10:51am
The winners of the 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards were announced Thursday, November 14, at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. Over 300 community members attended to celebrate the winners of seven awards that honor outstanding South Shore businesses, organizations and individuals for civic contributions, tourism experiences, customer service and entrepreneurial achievements.
Congratulations to the following winners of the 12th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards:
Geotourism Award – Sponsored by Bike the West
Winner: Sample the Sierra
Honorable Mention: Clearly Tahoe
Barton's 11th annual Festival of Trees & Lights returns to South Shore
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 8:45pm
Event Date:
December 6, 2019 (All day)
A holiday tradition on the South Shore for the past ten years returns to help children and adults of all ages ring in the holiday season. The Festival of Trees and Lights moves to a new home this year at Harrah's Lake Tahoe starting on Friday, December 6 and going through Sunday, December 8.
The seasonal celebration features events and entertainment including the Senior Stroll, Family Night, the Gala, and Teddy Bear Brunch.
Finalists named for 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 8:26pm
LAKE TAHOE, Ca./Nv. – Tahoe Chamber's 12th annual Blue Ribbons Awards will be held on Thursday, November 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. The event honors and celebrates South Shore businesses and individuals.
The cost of the event is $65 for Tahoe Chamber members and $85 for non-members and includes champagne upon arrival, a 3-course dinner and a glass of wine.
Carmen Elaine Withrow 1942 ~ 2019
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 1:16am
Carmen Elaine Withrow (Terrell) passed away peacefully on October 8th, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. A wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend, she will be dearly missed by those that knew and loved her. She was a compassionate person, kind to everyone, not one to talk about others and always there for you in a time of need. She was born on June 19, 1942 at home in Whitt, Texas, the youngest of 6 children and 12 years younger than the next oldest sibling.
Ameca and South Lake Tahoe connected by more than Sister City distinction
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 9:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A reception was held prior to Tuesday's City Council meeting, welcoming the contingent from the City of Ameca, Jalisco, Mexico prior to the signing of the official Sister City agreement between South Lake Tahoe and Ameca.
A large crowd was on hand to enjoy food, music and watch the exchanging of gifts between the cities.
City of South Lake Tahoe to celebrate visit of President of Ameca, Jalisco, Mexico
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 10:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In celebration of their new Sister City, the City of South Lake Tahoe is holding a reception for the Municipal President of Ameca, Juan Valentin Serrano Jiménez.
He will be visiting South Lake Tahoe for the official signing of the approved Sister City agreement at City Hall on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
"In Remembrance" Concert Features Brahms' "A German Requiem" and Dazzling Violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn Performing the BruchConcerto.
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 5:28pm
Event Date:
September 26, 2019 - 7:00pm Beloved American violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn joins TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for the final concert of its 14th annual SummerFest. The “In Remembrance” concert features Brahms’s tender “German Requiem,” presented by the power of a 66-voice chorus, full orchestra, and glorious soloists. Ms. Pitcairn’s virtuosic performance of the beautiful Bruch “Violin Concerto #1” completes this inspirational concert.
For this special concert, patrons may purchase tableside seats and join in a pre-concert wine and hors d'oeuvres reception; or buy general seating.
Location
Genoa Lakes Golf Club Pavilion
1 Genoa Lakes Drive
Genoa, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Keith Klein ~ 1941 - 2019
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 9:09pm
Keith Karl Klein, age 78, died peacefully at his home in South Lake Tahoe on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, surrounded by his wife and close friends, following a recent diagnosis of cancer.
Artist reception for Ellen Nunes and Debbie Greist at Emanate Gallery
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/17/2019 - 5:36pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jul 21 2019 .
July 20, 2019 - 4:00pm
July 21, 2019 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Emanate Gallery at The Crossing in South Lake Tahoe is hosting a reception for artists Ellen Nunes and Debbie Griest on Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The gallery will have a wine reception both evenings for the artists.
Tahoe Art League's 13th Annual Artist Studio Tour - Weekend #1
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 12:38pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jul 28 2019 .
July 26, 2019 - 10:00am
Event Date:
July 27, 2019 - 10:00am
Event Date:
July 28, 2019 - 10:00am The Tahoe Art League 13th annual Studio Tour will be held July 26, 27, 28 and August 2, 3, 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visit 33 artists located among 17 studios from Round Hill in Nevada to Christmas Valley in California. Brochures and maps are available at many venues around town and online at talart.org. The art league has been a vital part of the Tahoe art scene since its formation in 1964 and has offices and a newly renovated gallery at 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe.
Location
Tahoe Art League Art Center
3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
Vikingsholm turns 90; Fundraising efforts underway to preserve and protect the castle
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 7:00pm
In a fjord-like setting at Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay State Park, the 38-room Vikingsholm castle is a rare masterpiece of Scandinavian architecture. Many have photographed this spectacular site from one of the many tour boats on Lake Tahoe, or after walking along a path down to the shore from the road above.
17 set to retire from Lake Tahoe Unified School District with 465 years of combined service
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 5:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Eleven teachers and six instructional and library assistants are retiring this year from Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD). Together they have worked in education for 465 years.
Those who sacrificed their lives honored in South Lake Tahoe Memorial Day ceremony
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/27/2019 - 2:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The snow and rain turned to sunshine as over 100 people honored those who died for their country during the annual American Legion Post 795 Memorial Day ceremony at Happy Homestead Cemetery in South Lake Tahoe.
Knowing people are "Tahoe Tough" the Legion decided to keep their plans on having the event outdoors, and their prayers were answered when the sun came through and shone on the attendees, speakers, and singers.
Susan Allison Mancini ~ 3/26/62 - 4/30/19
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 1:30pm
Allison, also affectionately known as Allidaughter, was born in Bishop, California to Mary Strobel and Robert Dietz when Robert was the manager of the Mammoth Mountain Inn.
She attended Immaculate Heart High School in Hollywood and graduated from South Lake Tahoe High School. She studied at El Camino College and Lake Tahoe Community College.
Allison was an accomplished sailor spending almost every weekend during her early high school years sailing to Catalina Island.
Father John Grace ~ September 18, 1920 - May 4, 2019
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 8:25pm
Father John Grace, former pastor of Saint Theresa Catholic Church in South Lake Tahoe, passed away on May 4, 2019, at the age of 98. Father Grace had injured himself in a fall while on a walk near his Al Tahoe residence a few days before his death.
He was born September 18, 1920, to John and Cecilia Grace in the small coal-mining village of The Commons, County Tipperary, Ireland. He was predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Catherine (“Rena”) and Maureen. At the time of his death, Father Grace was the oldest priest in the Diocese of Sacramento.
Flags at half-staff to honor Father John Grace; Services set for this week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 3:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Services are set for the beloved Catholic Priest Father John Grace who passed away on Saturday, May 4.
To honor the life of the 98-year-old man who touched many generations in South Lake Tahoe, the South Lake Tahoe City Manager Frank Rush has asked that all City facilities fly their flags at half-staff.
Beloved Catholic Priest Father John Grace, 98, passed away over the weekend. To honor his life and commitment to the City of South Lake Tahoe, City Manager
Frank A. Rush, Jr. asked that all flags on City facilities be lowered to half-staff.
Tahoe Art League hosts exhibit in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 7:40am
Event Date:
April 29, 2019 - 6:30pm Participants in El Dorado County Wellness Center programs will have a chance to show off their artistic skills in the “Each Mind Matters” art exhibit hosted by the Tahoe Art League. The exhibit is at Lake Tahoe Community College April 29 – May 3, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
The art that will be on display has been created through Art Angels, a program of the Tahoe Art League.
Art gallery reception at the South Lake Tahoe City Hall
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/13/2019 - 7:09pm
Event Date:
March 18, 2019 - 6:00pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Arts Alliance are partnering for an art gallery reception on Monday, March 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at City Hall.
This quarter’s artist will be Yvonne McGrath presenting her Fantasy Flowers Series. She will be speaking at the event.
The art reception will include a meet and greet with displayed artists and city officials. All are welcome to attend. The event is free of charge.
Be part of the El Dorado County film industry
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 5:31pm
Event Date:
March 22, 2019 - 4:00pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Films, commercials, and television shows are shot all over South Lake Tahoe and the rest of El Dorado County, and many times the local film industry needs the help of the community to fill positions from catering to actors.
To learn how you can be part of the lights, camera, and action, plan on attending the El Dorado Lake Tahoe Film & Media Office annual "I Love Film Mixer" on Friday, March 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville.
Angel of Tahoe turns 90 -Treated to a big birthday party and fireworks
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/08/2019 - 12:27am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lisa Maloff, the Angel of Tahoe, celebrated a milestone birthday with 160 of her friends at Edgewood Tahoe on Wednesday.
The woman who is responsible for giving away millions of dollars to the South Lake Tahoe community was given something back, a lot of love and appreciation.
Planned by her close friend and caretaker, Ricky Reich, no detail was left undone and her favorite color pink was evident in all of the flowers and decor.
South Lake Tahoe woman's cross country run/walk nears completion
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/29/2019 - 11:24am
The journey started as South Lake Tahoe resident Ari Ramos touched the Atlantic Ocean and left Jacksonville, Florida on January 28, 2016, , and if all goes well it will end this February when she touches the Pacific Ocean at the Santa Monica Pier.
Snow day: LTUSD, LTCC, Douglas County at the lake, TTUSD, Incline VIllage on digital day
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 7:55am
Thursday, January 17, 2019 - Due to current unsafe road conditions and weather forecast, school officials have called for a snow day in the following districts:
Lake Tahoe Unified School District (South Lake Tahoe)
Truckee Tahoe Unified School District (North Lake Tahoe and Truckee)
Douglas County Schools at Lake Tahoe (Whittell High and Zephyr Cove Elementary)
Lake Tahoe Community College
Pollock Pines Elementary School District
Incline Village schools will have a digital school day as the campuses are closed.
Ceremony, street closures part of Monday inauguration at State Capitol in Carson City
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 7:59pm
Nevada's 30th governor will take office on Monday, Jan. 7 at an inauguration ceremony held in front of the State Capitol in Carson City.
Stephen F. Sisolak, Nevada's first Democratic governor in two decades, was elected on Nov. 6, 2018. He will take the oath of office on the front steps of the Capitol Monday at 11:30 a.m., according to his inauguration web site.
Capitol grounds will open prior to the ceremony at 10:30 a.m. and a public reception will follow at the Nevada State Library and Archives located on the northeast corner of the Capitol complex.
Stephen Bannar ~ 3/18/63 - 12/13/18
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/18/2018 - 1:30pm
On Thursday, December 13, 2018, Stephen Bannar, loving husband and father of Brandon and Allison, passed away at the age of 55. Stephen was born in Camden, New Jersey on March 18, 1963. He graduated from Rutgers University in 1985 and completed his Medical Degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1990. Stephen practiced Orthopedic Surgery for 25 years. On May 18, 1991, he married Barbara Lee Storck. They raised two children Brandon and Allison.
Dr. Stephen Bannar’s memorial service set for Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/16/2018 - 12:09pm
Memorial services for Dr. Stephen Banner, a popular South Lake Tahoe orthopedist who died on December 13, 2018, have been set.
On Tuesday, December 18 there will be a viewing at McFarlane Mortuary from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Then, on Wednesday, December 19, a funeral service will be held at Saint Theresa’s Parish at 10:00 a.m. with burial following at Happy Homestead at 11:15 a.m. There will be a reception following the burial at Grace Hall.
Catch Handel's Messiah this season in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 11:52am
Event 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.
Santa arrives at community tree lighting at Edgewood
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/25/2018 - 9:10pm
The inaugural Tree Lighting Celebration at Edgewood Tahoe took place on Saturday night with a packed house welcoming in the season with jolly ole' Santa Claus.
As Santa descended the grand stairs in the Lodge at Edgewood with Mrs. Santa, members of the South Tahoe Choral Association sang Christmas songs to the gathered crowd.
"For Edgewood it's about creating memories," the resort's GM Corinna Osborne said as she flipped the switch to light the tree.
Nevada celebrates 154th birthday with parade and full slate of activities
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 1:38pm
Nevada's celebration of statehood provides for a bevy of activities that showcase the Silver State's best. From contests to exhibits, food and beverages of all kinds, Native dancing, hot air balloons, concerts, a carnival celebration at Mills Park and the famed Nevada Day parade, there is something for everyone throughout the long weekend.
Here's a schedule of events:
Ongoing
68th ANNUAL NEVADA DAY ART EXHIBIT AT NAA’S BAC GALLERY
Public invited to South Lake Tahoe art gallery reception
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/09/2018 - 9:35pm
Event Date:
October 15, 2018 - 6:00pm
Join the City of South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Arts Alliance for an art gallery reception on Monday, October 15 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, located at 1901 Airport Road.
The Tahoe Arts Alliance connects artists, businesses and organizations on the South Shore, and the City’s lobby serves as a blank canvas to display local artists. The art is rotated throughout the year and all art will be available for purchase. The City Art Gallery reception will include a meet and greet with displaying artists and city officials.
All are welcome to attend!
Safety precautions when both outside and inside during lightning
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/22/2018 - 6:44pm
With lightning and thunderstorms in the Lake Tahoe forecast for another few days, it's always good to review safety tips when caught in the middle of a storm.
You can protect yourself from risk even if you are caught outdoors when lightning is close by.
Safety precautions outdoors
- If the weather forecast calls for thunderstorms, postpone your trip or activity.
- Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors. Find a safe, enclosed shelter.
Artist reception at Emanate Gallery in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/09/2018 - 3:51pm
Event Date:
July 13, 2018 - 3:00pm
Artist Michelle Courier will be at the Emanate Gallery on Friday, July 13 for a receiption from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The captivating acrylic artwork of Michigan native Michelle Courier will now be carried at the gallery. Her use of paint creates a world from pristine fluid water to diffused light.
The public is invited to stop by the gallery, meet and talk with Michelle, and view her new works. There will be appetizers, refreshments and music.
Emanate Gallery is located in the Crossing at the Y in South Lake Tahoe, 2030 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Art gallery reception at South Lake Tahoe City Hall
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/17/2018 - 5:12pm
Event Date:
June 18, 2018 - 6:00pm
Join the City of South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Arts Alliance for an art gallery reception on Monday, June 18th at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, located at 1901 Airport Road.
The Tahoe Arts Alliance connects artists, businesses and organizations on the South Shore, and the City’s lobby serves as a blank canvas to display local artists. The art is rotated throughout the year and all art will be available for purchase. The City Art Gallery reception will include a meet and greet with displaying artists and city officials.
All are welcome to attend!
26 retire from Lake Tahoe Unified School District; Over 627 combined years of service
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/15/2018 - 2:52pm
Twenty-six team members from Lake Tahoe Unified School District are retiring this year after serving a collective 627.5 years in the local schools.
During a reception hosted by the Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation, each retiree was honored with a gift and plant and a round of applause.
The following certificated and classified retirees will be honored:
Certified Employees - 300.5 years of employment
Joann Allister, P.E. Teacher, 22 years of service
Melissa Bornstein, 2nd Grade Teacher, 35 years of service
Diane Burtraw, Kindergarten TWBI Teacher, 34 years of service
2018 annual Student Art Exhibition at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/09/2018 - 1:13pm
Event Date:
May 20, 2018 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2018 Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) annual Student Art Exhibition will hold a special opening reception on Sunday, May 20, 2018, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the school's Main Commons area. The show runs through June 15.
2018 Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival schedule announced
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 10:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The coming months at the historic Valhalla Grand Hall, Grand Lawn and Boathouse Theater will be busy with a full slate of activities planned for the 2018 Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival.
The festival is Valhalla Tahoe’s flagship event, a unique celebration of music, theatre and the visual arts. The festival is set against the magnificent backdrop of Lake Tahoe and the Tallac Historic Site. Looking forward to its 34th year, it is produced by Valhalla Tahoe.
The Festival begins in mid-June with events and activities that continue throughout August.
Public invited to South Lake Tahoe Department's annual awards ceremony
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/05/2018 - 2:22pm
In conjunction with Memorial Day, and the National Peace Officer’s Memorial Week, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department will hold its annual award ceremony on Thursday, May 17, at 4:00 p.m. in front of the station on Johnson Boulevard. The public and city family is invited to attend.
The employee’s and volunteers receiving recognition at this year’s award ceremony are as follows:
Officer Cory Wilson – Bravery
Officer Joseph Acker – Bravery
Officer Chris Webber – Bravery
Officer Anton Kushlan – Bravery
Officer Timothy Peterson – Bravery
Detective Justin Brock – Bravery
Tahoe Art League hosts exhibit in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 1:16pm
Event Date:
April 30, 2018 - 6:00pm Participants in El Dorado County Wellness Center programs will have a chance to show off their artistic skills in the “Each Mind Matters” art exhibit hosted by the Tahoe Art League. The exhibit will take place at Lake Tahoe Community College April 30 – May 4, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
The art that will be on display has been created through Art Angels, a program of the Tahoe Art League.
