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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Summer is here, and that means it's time for the annual South Lake Tahoe Library's Summer Reading Challenge. Enjoy a season of reading with a chance to win prizes!

The challenge is open to all ages, and all reading counts (books, audiobooks, graphic novels, and more)! Register and log reading online at eldoradolibrary.beanstack.org to earn points and win prizes.

The challenge runs until August 31, 2024.

Summer is a magnificent time of year in Tahoe. Longer days, near-perfect temperatures, and Tahoe’s lush environment have brought about a summer migration for millennia. As the snow melted every year, the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, Lake Tahoe’s original and current stewards, would return to the center of their homelands, as much for spiritual fulfillment as sustenance. In fact, travel is intrinsic to human nature. From nomadic hunter-gatherers to people in search of knowledge, new relationships, and escape, getting away is something we have always done.

“Small acts of service and kindness can cause a ripple effect in your life and the community,” said Stefan Watkins, Heavenly’s Manager of Base Operations, and a member of Heavenly’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment crew at Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal on June 10. Adding, “We are thankful to be a part of this amazing cause.”

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church has announced its certification as an Earth Care Congregation by the Presbyterian Church (USA) Hunger Program. This esteemed recognition is a testament to the church’s dedication to environmental stewardship.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation hosted its annual scholarship banquet on Friday, June 7 at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. Eighty-five incoming, continuing, and transferring students were awarded 185 scholarships totaling $201,000.

The banquet provided an opportunity for students and donors to connect and share their stories.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A carwash, raffle, and swag sale on Saturday, June 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. will raise funds for Tahoe PAWS and TLC 4 Furry Friends.

The all-volunteer organization provides invaluable support to pet owners in their time of street and need. Wendy Jones of Tahoe PAWS and her team offers expert search, rescue, recovery, and reunite services to anyone whose pet has run off, escaped, or misplaced themselves.

The Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) is an organization of professional women whose goal is to enhance the lives of others, especially women and youth in the community. Through their signature fundraisers, the Mad Hatter Tea Party, online auction, and vacation raffles, the members raise funds to provide scholarships and recognition awards for local women and students and financially support numerous nonprofits.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The local community is invited to the Flag Day Ceremony at the Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe. Community members and visitors are invited to join the American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and Sons of the American Legion at the Flag Day ceremony to properly dispose of American flags that are no longer serviceable.

The ceremony will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe.

The Brooks and Welsh families want to gratefully thank everyone, near and far, for all the support, love, prayers, and generosity.

Thank you for surrounding us as we began the journey through this horrific tragedy, unlike anything one could possibly imagine or prepare for. It was made just a little lighter for us because we did not have to go through it alone.

The South Lake Tahoe Special Olympians would like to thank The Hangar Taproom for sharing their bocce courts as athletes practice for upcoming tournaments in July. The Hangar graciously hosts the athletes, coaches, and families every Wednesday from 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The long-awaited annual cleanup day in South Lake Tahoe has been scheduled for Saturday, June 8. Clean Tahoe will be holding the day-long event from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fondly known as $5 Dump Day, dispose of unwanted items for just $5 per carload. Residential loads only. Nevada residents are charged $10 per load as are pick-up trucks and trailers. UHauls and oversized trucks are priced by size.

Getting Ready for School - free program for new TK and K students and their caregivers.

- Practicing academic and social-emotional skills
- Different activities at each session
- Healthy snack for children

Please join us for one or all sessions. They will be held at the Family Resource Center, 3501-B Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe.

Mondays, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

June 17 & 24
July 1 & 29
August 5 & 12

It will help us plan if you registered by scanning the QR code on the program flyer or using this link: https://edcoe.my.site.com/hubs/hubform

Join Hub 5 for a fun and free weekly (almost) program for young children with their parents or caregivers. They will meet in the Gazebo by the playground at Bijou Community Park from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Puppet play and short circle time
Activities to practice small and gross motor skills, communication, and social skills
Open Play
Parenting tips and child development information

June 4, 11, 18, & 25
July 2 & 30
August 6, 13, 20, & 27
September 3, 10, 17 & 24

Contact Silke Rover at srover@edcoe.org if you have questions.

Location

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Senior Citizens Inc. is having a free indoor picnic for the public on Friday, June 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Senior Center, 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

Seniors are invited to learn about all the new activities offered by the nonprofit group and suggest new ones.

There will be hot dogs, chips, chili, and more! Enjoy music from the Cash Only Band too.

Questions? Call 530.600.0393

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bicycles in working condition are needed by the homeless and foster youth program in South Lake Tahoe so teen students and some parents can get to work and back this summer.

Since the bikes would be used by teenagers or older, no small youth-sized bikes are needed at this time.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the sold-out walking tour of the Al Tahoe Pioneer Cemetery in May, a second one has been added, so no more FOMO (fear of missing out).

On Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 1 p.m., the guided tour of the historic cemetery on Alameda Avenue will take place. Space is limited and reservations are required.

The cost per person is $5. To reserve a spot, stop by the museum during open hours - Thursday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to sign up and pay, or call 530-541-5458. The Lake Tahoe Historical Museum is located at 3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado Community Foundation his hosting "Philanthropy on Tap" at two locations his month, one on the west slope, and one in South Lake Tahoe.

These unique events will provide a “flight” of 35-40 nonprofit organizations serving El Dorado County. Each organization will have 60-90 seconds to provide its elevator speech describing its mission, programs, and greatest needs. These events are open to the community for free.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the past seven years, Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) has hosted Gift of Literacy, a program developed to foster a love of reading among young children while enhancing literacy rates in the community.

Through the support of community partnerships and generous donors, the program aims to involve every first grader on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.

The Gift of Literacy seeks to inspire excitement for reading and learning through:

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Actor Jeremy Renner, who has a home near Mt. Rose at Lake Tahoe, has created a foundation to support foster youth in the Reno/Northern Nevada area. The RennerVation Foundation is holding a summer camp for those foster youth at the 4H Camp in Stateline from July 1-5, 2024, and camp counselors are still needed.

The biggest need is for male cabin counselors and high-school-age counselors in training. A cabin houses about 10-12 youths.

LAKE TAHOE, Cal. – It’s time to get summer started. On the morning of Saturday, June 1, volunteers of all ages will gather at the 64 Acres Trailhead in Tahoe City to maintain a local stretch of the Tahoe Rim Trail and clean up litter from local walking paths through Tahoe City to Commons Beach. The event is co-hosted by the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) and the League to Save Lake Tahoe (League) in celebration of National Trails Day, an annual opportunity to give back to local trails, protect the environment, and improve access for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors.

India Arts & Cultural Center of Northern Nevada presents Rhythm of India, a free event on June 21 at Lakeview Commons and El Dorado Beach at 6 p.m. Reno's eminent dance group will be dancing to the rhythms of India with the crystal clear water of Lake Tahoe as a backdrop.

Contact them at 775-379-8166 or 775-846-4390

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The true meaning of Memorial Day was on display in South Lake Tahoe Monday, showing it is much more than a kickoff to summer, a day for barbeques or a long weekend.

The Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe hosted a ceremony at Happy Homestead Cemetery, with songs performed by Davin Kangas and Jill Scharlow, and Amazing Grace by bagpiper Maria Delallo.

TAHOMA, Calif. – For the past five decades, the Sierra State Parks Foundation has demonstrated unwavering commitment by partnering with California State Parks to address critical needs and projects through private philanthropy, volunteerism, and strong partnerships. This ongoing collaboration ensures that the local California Lake Tahoe – Donner Lake parks continue to benefit the community and visitors not only today but also for generations to come.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Association of Realtors welcomes the community to a celebration of Momentum Film on PBS and Momentum Mentors on June 11 at 5:30 p.m. The movie made by and about South Lake Tahoe locals premiers on PBS, and join in the fun!

There will be food, drinks, and a silent auction, with all proceeds going to bring Momentum Mentors to more schools in our community and beyond!