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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Education Foundation (LTEF) is inviting the community to their Celebration of Education event at Lake Tahoe Golf Course on Thursday, May 16 from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

You'll hear talented Performing Arts students and taste the Culinary Artists' creations. Also, be inspired by Ryan Wallace of the documentary Momentum as he gives the LTEF inaugural 'Ed Talk,' and celebrates this year's Hall of Distinction honorees: Grant Carter, Susan Baker, Ruth Rich, Austin Angell, and Wendy David.

MEYERS, Calif. - For a few hours, leopards, butterflies, world-class athletes, and Tahoe-style entertainment will take over the Old Meyers Grade for the 8th annual OMG Fun Run. Registration is now open for the OMG (Old Meyers Grade) run on Sunday, June 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tickets are now on sale for the second annual Mane Event, a fundraiser for Between Horses and Humans. This youth-oriented nonprofit serves Douglas County and the Lake Tahoe area and teaches kids life skills through horsemanship. The Mane Event is Saturday, June 1 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Cowork Tahoe, 3079 Harrison Ave. in South Lake Tahoe.

The event features live music, an animal meet and greet, food and beverages, a silent auction, kids raffle and face painting, community mural painting, games, and more. Tickets are $40 for adults and $10 for kids.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The community is invited to a Community Wildfire Preparedness Workshop on Saturday, June 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach.

This workshop will include presentations from the Fire Adapted Communities program, North Tahoe Fire, North Lake Tahoe Fire, Living With Fire (University of Reno), CalFire, United States Forest Service, and other experts. They will be covering a wide range of topics related to wildfire risk prevention, Firewise USA, prescribed fire, living with smoke, home hardening, defensible space, and more.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dreda Dre, South Lake Tahoe-based hip hop artist, has started another empowerment group for locals, this time it is for women - S.I.T.S.T.A.R.S. (Supporting, Inspiring, Sharing, Teaching, Accepting, Relating Sanctuary).

This women's group follows on the heels of the group for men, S.M.I.L.E.S. (Supporting Men In Learning Emotional Stability), that he started one year ago.

The Tahoe Joy Festival brings back the Dead Winter Carpenters to Tahoe City headlining the annual festival on Sunday, June 9 from 12pm to 6pm at the Commons Beach in Tahoe City.

The Dead Winter Carpenters, who formed their Americana roots/rock band in 2010 on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, are local fan favorites and the biggest local break-out band from the Tahoe area. They have played with the likes of Jason Isbell and the Infamous Stringdusters and are festival favorites at High Sierra, Hangtown, Strawberry and other large music festivals.

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dave Ennis, a long-time South Lake Tahoe local, recently came to the rescue of two local properties - the American Legion and Grocery Outlet.

For the last few years, there has been a hole in the rear of the American Legion building where a screened grate was once in place. Dave is a member of the American Legion and told Commander Tom Milham he'd get his "Genie" lift back in town and replace the grate. Dave got up on the lift and replaced the grate.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two South Lake Tahoe residents have been honored by the Pay It Forward Project for their volunteer work on the South Shore. Dave Carneggie and Bonnie Driscoll were given a $250 grant in their honor to give to the nonprofit of their choice, and they selected Tahoe Magic. They were also treated to dinner at the Chart House as a thank-you for all they have done for the community.

Monday Meal is a weekly, full-course, nutritious hot dinner that is served by Bread & Broth (B&B), a ministry of St. Theresa Catholic Church. For over 34 years, B&B has been extending an invitation to all members of the Lake Tahoe South Shore community to join their communal dinner. In recent years, in addition to the meal service, B&B also provides food “giveaway” bags filled with dairy products (milk, eggs, butter), fresh fruit and vegetables, breads and pastries, meat, and a varied assortment of staples.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is amazing how far simple praise on a job well done can go. Praise is one of the simplest and most powerful tools to engage and motivate a student, and something that happened ten years ago shows that praise and recognition can be life-long.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue will host the 7th annual Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Tahoe Middle School.

The Wildfire Safety Expo is a free, community event that provides information on how to be fire-safe during this upcoming wildfire season. Each year, wildfire behavior progressively becomes more ferocious. Choosing to live in a forest means we all need to be extra vigilant with preparedness.

STATELINE, Nev. — The Tahoe Chamber has named the finalists for this year's Blue Ribbon Awards which recognize businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to the South Tahoe community.

The awards ceremony is on Thursday, May 16, at the Tahoe Blue Event Center.

"Local businesses and organizations play a crucial role in enhancing the vibrancy of our community, serving both residents and visitors," said Chris Proctor, chairperson of the Tahoe Chamber. "It is important for us to acknowledge their contributions annually as a sign of our appreciation and support."

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Art League, a 501c nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting fine art and art education in the Tahoe Community is holding a Featured Artist Reception where the work of Tom Watts will be introduced. The reception will be held on Friday, May 3 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. The public is invited to the event which will be held at the Tahoe Art League Gallery located at 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd in South Lake Tahoe.

Canvas & Color with Craig. Get a step-by-step painting experience on Thursday, May 2, and Thursday, May 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Tahoe Art League in South Lake Tahoe.

Unlock your creative potential in a supportive environment! No experience is necessary. Enjoy an intimate class setting with no more than 12 people.

Enroll in this class for only $25. Email Craig at CraigsArtClass@gmail.com or by calling the Tahoe Art League at 530 544-2313. Or go to talart.org for more information. Let's embark on this artistic journey together.

The 101 dinner guests at St. Theresa’s Bread & Broth Monday Meal on April 22 were treated to both a great meal served by Liberty team members and B&B volunteers and great live music. Sponsoring their second Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) for this year, Liberty’s AAD sponsor team included Jennifer Guenther, her daughter Rio Guenther, Lee Kiolbasa, and Nick Musick.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just 200 tickets will be sold for each a week's stay on Maui, and a week at a timeshare anywhere in the world - what great odds!

The Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club is holding three fundraisers this month. The MadHatter Tea Party on May 19 is already sold out, but there are still raffle tickets available for the two trips. Also coming up is the club's great online silent auction from May 14-24. Visit https://e.givesmart.com/events/xOa/ to start planning your bids.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fun evening of playing the card game, Hand and Foot will be held on Friday, June 21 at Ernie's Coffee House in South Lake Tahoe. The tournament-style game night is a fundraiser for children in Kenya.

Check-in is at 5:30 p.m. and the Great Migration begins! Games played sharply 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.

The cost is $20 per person.

Don't know how to play? They will teach you!

Reserve your seat today by going to https://gofund.me/89bcbbe0 and paying the entry fee of $20, or by contacting Paige Rice at Paigerice@gmail.com or calling 530.318.4760.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City’s Park and Recreation Department is seeking the public's input on future programs at the new recreation and swim complex. They are very excited about this new state-of-the-art center, which is scheduled to open its doors in 2026, and the possibilities the new programming will bring.

By taking this short survey, you can help shape the future of recreation for the City of South Lake Tahoe by sharing what recreational activities matter most to you.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Angela Harvey, registered nurse (RN) with Barton’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU), was selected as a recipient of The DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses. The award is in recognition of the clinical skill and compassionate care nurses provide to create a superior experience for patients and their families.

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Alpine County has announced the 2nd annual Arbor Day Tree Planting event, presented by the Forest Health Community Working Group. The event takes place at Curtz Lake on Friday, April 26, 2024, beginning at 10 a.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Providing a free and hot dinner to individuals and families who may be food insecure, or just in need of a nutritious meal, is a wonderful way to support the community. Every Monday, Bread & Broth (B&B) provides the opportunity to sponsor a meal through its Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) program and on Monday, April 15th, the HEROs’ organization from the Harrah’s and Harveys casinos hosted a meal in their efforts to show their support for their fellow community members.

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The nomination period has been extended for this year's El Dorado County Senior of the Year award, an award that celebrates residents over the age of 60 for their service to the community.

“If you know an outstanding older adult or a married couple aged 60 years or older who has performed exemplary work in El Dorado County as a volunteer, consider nominating them for this annual award,” said Yvette Wencke, program manager of El Dorado County Older Adult Services.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Chamber, and its colleague organizations of Keep Community First, have announced the launch of their website, keepcommunityfirst.org.

Get information on this site about why the coalition of business and community organizations oppose the proposed residential Vacancy Tax (an initiative petition currently being circulated) and the City Council’s upcoming discussion of a proposed minimum wage standard of $23 per hour.

MEYERS, Calif. - The temperatures are warming up, and that could only mean one thing - it's almost time for summer and the start of great events in the area.

The Meyers Mountain Market and Music in the Park concert series have both announced their opening dates, and music acts heading to Tahoe Paradise Park.

Meyers Mountain Market begins on Wednesday, June 5, and is held on Wednesdays through September 11. Join them for farm fresh produce, live music, food, artisan handmade crafts, and a grand ole' time. They are a certified farmer's market.