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Success at 4th Annual Sample the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2013 - 4:01pm
Despite smoky skies, South Lake Tahoe was still a hot spot this Labor Day Weekend. The 4th Annual Sample the Sierra festival brought in masses of people to taste the unique flavors of the Sierra Nevada. The kickoff Winemakers Dinner at Bumgarner Winery spoiled attendees with a five course meal prepared in the wood fired oven with each course appropriately paired with one of Bumgarner’s fine wines. Saturday’s Sip & Shop at Après Wine Company drew more than 20 people to taste C.G. Di Arie wines and gourmet cheeses.
Labor Day Weekend in Lake Tahoe full of Activities
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/31/2013 - 8:42amThe is a plethora of activities for visitors and residents alike to enjoy in South Lake Tahoe this weekend.
The Great Sternwheeler Race between the MS Dixie and Tahoe Queen on Saturday at 10 am. The boats will leave their respective piers and head for their opponent's. Action at Ski Run Marina, Zephyr Cove Resort and points in between.
Simply the Best: Sample the Sierra this Labor Day weekend
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 2:11pm
Since its conception in 2010, the Labor Day weekend's Sample the Sierra has continued to grow and evolve. Beginning as a one-day South Lake Tahoe street festival, the event has expanded into an entire weekend of festivities celebrating the bounty and heritage of the Sierra Nevada region.
Signup begins for 20th Boys and Girls Club golf tourney at Edgewood Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 1:40pmFrom tee to green set against a stunning fall backdrop of the Sierra Nevada, player and sponsorship spots are now open for the 20th Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Golf Tournament set for Columbus Day, Oct. 14 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.
Long considered one of the area’s top golf fundraisers, the event annually raises more than $40,000 to support the work of the Club, which assists more than 800 local kids throughout the year.
Labor Day Lake Tahoe fireworks show is best in the West
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/16/2013 - 4:01am
Event Date:
September 1, 2013 - 8:30pm
After you've taken in the very best food and wine at the fourth annual Sample the Sierra, South Lake Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival,
you'll want to head on down to the beach for some great eye-candy dessert.
Stanford Mortgage and Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate hosts Northern Nevada’s Most Elite Real Estate Networking Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/01/2013 - 10:15am
Event Date:
August 15, 2013 - 4:00pm Stanford Mortgage and Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate will be joining forces to host The Most Elite Real Estate Networking Event in Northern Nevada. “Third Thursday” will once again be the prime networking event for all real estate professionals, which will take place at the L’uva Bella Wine Gallery. Please join us at 13925 S. Virginia Street in Reno on Thursday, August 15th, starting at 4:00pm until 7:00pm. A professional photographer provided by Stanford Mortgage will be on site to offer complementary updated headshots for any professional in the Real Estate and Mortgage Industry.
Sailing for Sugar Pines sunset cruise on Woodwind II
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/29/2013 - 2:21pmEvent Date:
August 8, 2013 - 6:30pm
Join the Sugar Pine Foundation for a sunset cruise on the Woodwind II sailboat out of Zephyr Cove to benefit the Sugar Pine Foundation! Enjoy complimentary wine, beer, champagne and tasty appetizers while looking at stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountain peaks.
Market on the Run Farmers' Market
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 07/21/2013 - 2:38amEvent Date:
July 26, 2013 - 3:00pm
Ski Run Boulevard Farmers’ Market is held every Friday afternoon through Sept. 6 between Larch and Birch on beautiful Ski Run Boulevard.
Tahoe Area Sierra Club Summer Party
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/07/2013 - 8:21pm
Event Date:
July 17, 2013 - 5:00pm The Tahoe Area Sierra Club's annual Summer Party will be celebrated July 17th at Regan Beach. 5pm to 8pm. The sunset party will include an exhibit by local photographer Jon Paul, music and a silent auction. Gourmet food will be served along with select wine from Naked Wines. Tickets available at Aspen Hollow Nursery, Lake of the Sky Outfitters, Emerald Bay Nursery and League to Save Lake Tahoe.
$35.00 in advance and $40.00 at the door.
Location
Regan Beach
Corner of Lakeview and Fresno
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Sample the Sierra featured Labor Day weekend at South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/02/2013 - 3:10pm
Event Date:
September 1, 2013 - 1:00pm
Delight your senses at the fourth Annual Sample the Sierra, South Lake Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival, Labor Day weekend.
Sample the Sierra brings together local chefs, farmers, and winemakers in an irresistible tasting trifecta. To complement the infusion of flavors, a marketplace will feature local artists and artisans showcasing everything from handmade soaps to jewelry, alpaca apparel to fine art. Live music will entertain all and allows festivalgoers a chance to experience the truly unique talent that the Sierra Nevada boasts.
LTCC Summer Classes Emphasize Fun New Ways to Learn
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 06/26/2013 - 3:13pmLake Tahoe Community College’s summer lineup includes many brand-new classes that educate and enlighten while entertaining learners. Students can earn college credits while studying a variety of subjects, from the roots of rock n’ roll to the fundamentals of food and wine pairings. Classes begin July 1, and registering early guarantees students a spot.
Here is a sampling of new summer classes LTCC is offering:
Food and wine highlight Taste of Gold fundraiser for Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 06/23/2013 - 11:07pmEvent Date:
July 13, 2013 - 6:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation’s second annual Taste of Gold fundraiser will be Saturday, July 13 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the College’s Ledbetter Terrace and Demonstration Garden.
It’s the biggest fundraiser of the year for the LTCC Foundation, with proceeds going directly to support academic programs and student scholarships and achievement.
Memorial Day weekend fishing report for Northern California and Sierra
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 10:32pm
Here is the Memorial Day weekend fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 22-28. Pack plenty of sunscreen, fill your cooler full of cold beverages and enjoy the long holiday weekend.
12th annual Grapes and Gates wine, food tasting to benefit Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/09/2013 - 5:47pm
Event Date:
May 8, 2013 - 6:00pm
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the 12th Annual Grapes and Gates wine tasting event on May 8 at the Edgewood Clubhouse’s North Room. Enjoy a beautiful Lake Tahoe sunset while tasting exquisite regional wines and gourmet foods from the area’s top restaurants.
“What a wonderful opportunity to support a scholarship program for kids in the Basin, while at the same time enjoying the best food and wine tasting at South Lake,” said Foundation board member and Lakeside Inn president Lon Rusk.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary hosts 45th annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/11/2013 - 12:47am
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Fri Mar 15 2013 .
March 15, 2013 - 6:00pm Join your friends and neighbors on March 15th at this year’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration hosted by the Rotary Club of Tahoe Douglas. This is the club’s 45th year to host this crowd pleasing South Shore Lake Tahoe event which includes a traditional Irish buffet, wine tasting, entertainment and one of the biggest silent auctions to hit the area!
South Shore Lake Tahoe prepares for second round of winter season
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 11:53am
With snow on the way in time for the weekend, South Shore Lake Tahoe has a number of activities at ski resorts, lodges and casinos lined up now through spring. Besides skiing and snow boarding at Sierra Resort, Heavenly and Kirkwood there's concerts, contests and festivals planned in the weeks ahead.
Unpack Your Adjectives for a Night of School House Rocks at MontBleu
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/25/2013 - 12:48pmEvent Date:
February 23, 2013 - 6:00pm
While many already know ‘A Noun is a Person, Place or Thing,’ what they may not know is it’s time to show your inner rock star at the School House Rocks event to support local schools. The ‘Conjunction Junction’ will start at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at MontBleu and it will feature a live DJ, music, silent and live auctions, cocktails, food and more.
Eric Nageotte-Lowe Memorial fundraiser to benefit Heavenly Foundation teams
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/22/2013 - 4:24pm
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the Eric Nageotte-Lowe Memorial Fundraiser to celebrate the life of former South Lake Tahoe resident and Heavenly Freestyle Team member, Eric Nageotte-Lowe this Saturday, Jan. 26, from 5pm to 8pm at the Himmel Haus, 2819 Saddle Rd. across from Heavenly Mountain’s California base area.
“While Eric was a great skier,” said his coach Jere Crawford, “he was an even better person.”
Kinder Kup race series
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 01/14/2013 - 8:13amThe Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will kick-off the 13th Lake Tahoe Kinder Kup Race Series at Heavenly Mountain Resort beginning Sunday, Jan. 27. Open to all skiers age six and under and snowboarders age eight and under, the Kinder Kup series is designed to introduce young athletes to competition in a friendly environment.
Thirteenth 'Kinder Kup' race series benefits Heavenly Foundation teams
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 01/13/2013 - 10:33pmEvent Date:
February 10, 2013 (All day)
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will continue its 13th Lake Tahoe Kinder Kup Race Series at Heavenly Mountain Resort on Feb. 10. Open to all skiers age six and under and snowboarders age eight and under, the Kinder Kup series is designed to introduce young athletes to competition in a friendly environment.
Live music from Old Soles at Kirkwood Inn
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/09/2013 - 4:31pmKirkwood Inn - Live music from Old Soles with special guest Miche Baker-Harvey from Seattle! Masha Goodman & Geff Crawford are "Old Soles", playing fiddle, banjo, guitar, ukulele, and serving up funny songs, love songs, cowboy songs, bluesy songs, songs about whiskey, wine, and waddling stampedes (you'll have to come hear for yourself, won't you?) No cover, all ages, great food, friendly staff, blazing fire. Saturday, 6:00-8:00pm, Highway 88 across from the Kirkwood Mountain Ski Resort. For info go to www.OldSolesMusic.com or www.facebook.com/oldsoles
Wine isn’t the only liquid this Mondavi specializes in
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/01/2013 - 5:40pmSanta Run to Benefit Christmas Cheer, Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/17/2012 - 12:31pmEvent Date:
December 20, 2012 - 5:15pm
In cooperation with the Himmel Haus, Blue Angel Café, and Rainbow Mountain, the Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the first annual South Tahoe Santa Run to benefit Christmas Cheer and the HSSF Scholarship Fund on Thursday, Dec. 20th, regardless of weather.
“Running in Santa costumes for charity is a fun, win-win situation to me!” said Zakariah Latzka, Himmel Haus owner. “We are excited to be involved in helping the community that has so graciously embraced us and our business.”
Step into the Blue 2nd Annual Shred For Sushi at Sushi Pier
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/10/2012 - 3:12pm
Event Date:
December 12, 2012 - 5:30pm
Join the League to Save Lake Tahoe for the 2nd Annual Shred For Sushi to benefit Step into the Blue. The event will be at the Sushi Pier, 177 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Stateline, Wednesday, Dec. 12 Registration is at 5:30 p.m. and the event starts at 6 p.m.
Featuring Hand Rails for Hand Rolls. Rail jam competition with Sushi Pier gift certificates for winning competitors!
$15 Competitor Entry Fee: Free to Attend
Featuring drink specials, DJ and dancing, a Huge raffle, games & activities for all ages, and a winter film festival!
Tahoe Arts Project Holiday Art Festival at St. Theresa's Grace Hall
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 3:08am
Event Date:
December 8, 2012 - 11:00am
The Tahoe Arts Project Holiday Art Faire is Dec. 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Theresa's Grace Hall, 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe.
Children 12 and under are free. General admission is $10. The faire includes many arts and crafts vendors, cookie decorating, music by Sister Analog, Marcia Sarosik Dancers and Santa. Admission includes food, wine and hot chocolate. All proceeds benefit TAP.
For more info, call (530) 542-3632. See flier below.
'Stars Night Out' dinner Dec. 14 to support the arts at South Tahoe High
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 2:25amEvent Date:
December 14, 2012 - 5:00pm
The South Tahoe High School Performing Arts Booster Association will host its 2nd annual special fundraising event ‘Stars Night Out’ on Friday, Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. The fundraiser dinner is $30 per person and will take place at South Tahoe High School.
Participants can purchase their discounted ‘White Christmas’ show ticket for $10 at the theatre where they will be seated in a special section (show ticket not included with dinner fundraiser). Catering by the STHS Culinary Arts and entertainment by the STHS music department.
Second annual Winter Wine Walk BAHM set for Dec. 6
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 4:28pm
Event Date:
December 6, 2012 - 5:30pm
Have you finished your holiday shopping yet, or have you even started? The Annual Winter Wine Walk BAHM! on Dec. 6 from 5:30-8:30 pm, in The Shops at Heavenly Village is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses while checking items off of your holiday list. Free parking vouchers will be offered to all BAHM! attendees and tickets are just $10 for chamber members or $20 for prospective members.
Step into the Blue series at Après Wine Company
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 10:00am
Event Date:
November 28, 2012 - 5:00pm
Join the League to Save Lake Tahoe for the 3nd event in the Step into The Blue series. This special event at the Après Wine Company in South Lake Tahoe will feature fun games and contests, including fantastic gifts and a raffle with prizes from local supporters including:
— Après Wine Co.
— Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort
— Lake Tahoe TV
— Blacklight Taxi
— Keep Tahoe Blue
— The Improv at Harveys
— Rhiakaz Beanies
Lake Tahoe ski and snowboard swap at MontBleu to benefit Heavenly foundation
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/12/2012 - 3:09pmEvent Date:
November 17, 2012 - 10:00am
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the 24th Annual Ski and Snowboard Swap at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa on Saturday Nov. 17.
Proceeds will benefit the Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides skiing and snowboarding programs and events for regional youth and local middle school and high school students. The swap runs Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Lake County making a name for itself in the world of wine
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 11:00amChamber Announces the 2012 Blue Ribbon Award Nominees
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 10/19/2012 - 2:32pmThe Blue Ribbon Award nominations have been tallied, with more than 150 nominations received. Thank you to the businesses and individuals who took the time to nominate those making significant contributions to the South Shore community. The 5th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards Dinner & Ceremony will be held on November 15 at Embassy Suites; all nominees will be recognized and the winners will be announced during the ceremony.
Outdoors with Don Q: Head to Apple Hill for fruit, veggies and wine
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/18/2012 - 10:11pm
If you are a newcomer to that area or if you have never been there, the fall season is a great time of the year to visit Apple Hill.
And, if you are a newcomer to our area, you are probably wondering, “What and where in the heck is Apple Hill?”
Well, the correct answer is: “Apple Hill is not a specific hill or a specific location; on the contrary, it is a large geographic area in California.”
Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation 2012-13 season registration begins
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 12:07pm
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation at Lake Tahoe has opened registration for the 2012 – 2013 competitive and development ski and snowboard programs. With a variety of options from the One-Day Program to the Full-Time Competitive Program, the Foundation has something for all ages and levels of skiers and riders. Registration packets are available online and at the HSSF building.
LTN has 2 Soroptimist wine tasting tickets to give away
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 6:15pmEpicurian expo sees rise in attendance
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 6:00amOrganizers of this year's South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival have deemed Saturday's event a success.Attendance at this year's expo saw more than 1,000 guests, an increase from the 2011 event, ...
Valhalla Holiday Faire celebrates 17th year at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 10/07/2012 - 10:01pm
Event Date:
November 17, 2012 - 10:00am
The magnificent Valhalla Grand Hall, of the vintage 1924 ‘Heller Estate’, listed on the National Historic Register of Historic Places hosts the 17th annual Valhalla Holiday Faire Nov.16-18. Featuring a 40-foot high spectacular natural stone fireplace, the Grand Hall will be decorated in a festive Holiday mode. Twenty-five local vendors and artists will be offering a varied assortment of hand-made and other special items for purchase. Father Christmas comes to visit as local school choirs and other musical groups perform through out the two day Holiday Festival.
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe's 'An Evening of Food and Wine Tasting'
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 9:43pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2012 - 6:00pm
The Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe features the 43rd annual “An Evening of Food & Wine Tasting” on Friday, Nov. 2 at Harrah's Tahoe Convention Center. Enjoy incredible wine from Northern California’s top wineries and sample a wide variety of delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts from the South Shore’s finest restaurants.
Lake Tahoe Education Foundation hosts Fall Food Festival at Harveys
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 9:17pm
Event Date:
October 27, 2012 - 6:30pm
Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation Presents Fall Food Fest on Saturday, October 27 from 6:30-10 p.m. at Harveys Convention Center.
A festival of epicurean delights
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 10:06amSTATELINE, Nev. - Epicurian enthusiasts are invited to please their palates during this weekend's South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival.For the third year in a row, Harrah's Lake Tahoe will ho...
South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival at Harveys and Harrah's
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/30/2012 - 9:47amEvent Date:
October 5, 2012 (All day)
The third annual “South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival” arrives at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe, Oct. 5 – 7, for an early autumn weekend of great food, fine wine and high spirits.
Events include lots of dining and tasting experiences, plus discussions, presentations and demonstrations by celebrated food and wine experts. Of course, food and wine are the biggest stars and a spectacular “Epicurean Expo” – featuring sumptuous dishes from Harrah's best restaurants, top-shelf spirits and the finest wines of Napa Valley and beyond – highlights the weekend.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report through Oct. 2
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 9:16am
Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2.
