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DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Local historians David and Gayle Woodruff have a full holiday season of free historical presentations for the public at the Minden Mill.

David said the “You’ll Never Escape the Fruitcake” programs are filling up and he suggests making reservations soon if you would like to join he and Gayle for a bit of fun “Whimsical Holiday History.”

The upcoming schedule at the Minden Mill:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Little Shop of Horrors opens Friday night at South Tahoe High School. The talented students are ready to put on a fabulous production of the popular play on November 8-10 and again on November 15-18.

Tickets are on sale now at sths.myschoolcentral.com. If available, they'll be sold at the door.

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – The Tahoe Film Fest is celebrating a decade of showcasing exceptional, award-winning films from around the globe in the breathtaking setting of North Lake Tahoe. This year's festival will take place from December 5-8, 2024, inviting film enthusiasts and community members to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of storytelling and cultural exchange.

The new film from Warren Miller entitled “75” will celebrate the historic anniversary with emerging athletes and storytelling that will set the tone for the next 75 years.

Northern California tour dates include:
Oakland, Landmark’s Piedmont Theatre, October 29
San Rafael, Marin Center Showcase Theater, October 30
Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Village Event Center, November 1, 6 p.m and 9 p.m.
Reno, Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, November 2
South Lake Tahoe, Bailey’s Lake Tahoe, November 3 at 5 p.m.
San Francisco, Palace of Fine Arts, November 6

MINDEN, Nev. - Join local historians David and Gayle Woodruff as they reflect on the deep and rich history of the Carson Valley in a free 55-minute slide show on Sunday, November 3 at 1 p.m.

Using seldom-seen photographs and extensive research, the Woodruffs examine the important roles played by the Minden Flour Milling Company and its magnificent buildings, the Virginia and Truckee Railroad, Genoa, the California Trail, and more. All of them were part of the story of creating one of the most historic areas in Nevada.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join CB Radio for a spooky night of dancing, drinks, and food at the WURST beer hall and restaurant in Tahoe on October 31 from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at Himmel Haus.

Costumes are encouraged!

Tickets are $15 presale (for cash at Himmel Haus) or $20 at the door. CB Radio will bring another epic soundtrack with dueling horns, special guests, new songs, and ghoulish covers. You never know what you're gonna get with CB Radio.

Himmel Haus is located at 3819 Saddle Rd, South Lake Tahoe.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Friends of the Library and Trish Tomer aka “Tahoe Trish” for a night of humor, memories, and conversation as she discusses her new book "Tahoe Local, Lessons from the High Life." The event takes place on November 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jessica Morse, candidate for Congress, will be at Cuppa Tahoe on Friday to meet with the community, answer questions, and explain her focus. The Democrat is seeking the seat for District 3 which runs along the Sierra from Redding to Death Valley, including South Lake Tahoe. She is scheduled to be there from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

They’re back again for the second coming of Guilty Christmas. Yes, the characters from the long-running Guilty Pleasures are back in a winter show with newly updated sketches and songs in a fast-paced comic musical written specifically for the Tahoe audience, both local and visitor alike. Time has gone by since the group had served their community service together but all the characters remain. Older, (though perhaps not wiser), they are ready to get together again, and this time they are doing a Christmas show.

Over a few weeks in September, California State Park maintenance staff from across the state gathered for a training class on historic roof repair and plaster restoration at Sugar Pine Point State Park. The goal of the class was two parts: restoring a historic landmark and teaching the next generation of skilled restoration professionals.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society (LTHS) is hosting its next Tahoe History Talk on Tuesday, October 15 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Museum Complex.

The guest speaker is Susan Magee Clemons, president of the Glenbrook Historical Society whose mission is to preserve, promote, and communicate the history and heritage of Glenbrook, Nevada.

Susan's presentation, “Glenbrook—from Timber to Tourism,” will include a slideshow of Glenbrook, then and now.

Rock icons Stryper are gearing up for their explosive 40th Anniversary Tour, with a stop in the South Shore Room at Harrah's Lake Tahoe on October 25.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The first full day at the Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival was a hit, and there is still a lot in store for Sunday.

FREE Event - Local Lens Spotlight Sunday @ 3:15 p.m.
These are the stories of our community, told by those who live in it. Join some of our local filmmakers after the screening for a community-based Question-and-answer session to get even closer to the action!

Panel - Breaking the Echo Chamber: What it Takes to Change Your Mind Sunday @ 1:00 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Saturday, October 19, will be a nostalgic day of improv at the Boathouse Theater honoring Gerry Orton, who is retiring after 31 years as director of Tahoe Improv Players, the lake’s longest-running comedy show.

Orton’s last show features Tahoe Improv Players hosting ComedySportz San Jose in A Match of Witz. Two teams of players will compete for points and laughs with the audience giving suggestions that become hilarious fully improvised scenes. The audience decides the winner of each round and ultimately the match.

Doesn’t it seem that all of the tomatoes on your tomato plant are ripening at the same time? What should you do with this bounty? Tomatoes are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of delicious ways!

Roasted Tomato Garlic Soup is a simple and smooth soup featuring flavors from robust tomatoes, smashed garlic, herbs and spices, and a touch of creaminess from the heavy cream. It's made with fresh tomatoes and simple pantry staple ingredients. 

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Discover the ins and outs of spiritualism and the spirits who have never the estates at Tallac After Dark this October. This new event is an interpretive night tour through the Tallac Historic Site grounds and the Pope House, showing participants a new side of the grounds.

Tallac After Dark explores the broader context of spiritualism while sharing tales of the spirits that seem to linger at the Pope Estate.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival is just days away! There is something for everybody during the three-day event, but what makes it even extra special are the screenings where the filmmakers will be present. There will also be chances to take a deeper dive into the stories and themes that shape their work during amazing panel events.

The next UCDavis Tahoe Environmental Center (TERC) Science Speaks Lecture will be on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. at Sunnyside Resort. The guest speaker will be award-winning author Judith Schwartz and her presentation, Forest is a Verb: A Landscape Lens on Climate.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Lake Tahoe Historical Society on Oct. 15 for their next Tahoe History Talks at the Museum Complex. The guest speaker will be Susan Magee Clemons, the president of the Glenbrook Historical Society. Her presentation, “Glenbrook—from Timber to Tourism,” will include a slideshow of Glenbrook then and now.

The Glenbrook Historical Society's mission is to preserve, promote, and communicate the history and heritage of Glenbrook, Nevada.

As the days get cooler and shorter, you’ll notice a variety of fall and winter squashes at your local supermarket, including butternut, acorn, and pumpkin. One of the most versatile is spaghetti squash, a medium-sized, oval-shaped squash with yellow skin. Its name comes from the remarkable transformation its flesh undergoes after cooking, turning into spaghetti-like strands that make for a delightful low-carb, low-calorie pasta alternative.

Get ready for an epic winter weekend as Tahoe Live returns to Palisades Tahoe December 14-15, 2024! Tickets are on sale now, and this year’s festival promises to deliver a lineup you won’t want to miss, with music legends Lil Wayne and Diplo headlining the event.

Enjoy a Chautauqua performance of Lucky Baldwin and his daughter Anita - An Unconventional Success by Gayle & David Woodruff on September 25 at the Boathouse Theater at Valhalla Tahoe. Lucky was “one of the greatest pioneers” of California business. Earning a fortune in speculating on mining stocks of the Great Comstock Lode, Baldwin owned over 8,000 acres at Lake Tahoe, including some of the Lake’s only remaining old-growth forest (now the Tallac Historic Site as well as Fallen Leaf Lake).

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Experience the Magic of Cascada De Flores: Música from the heart, at the Tahoe Arts Project's first free public performance of their 38th season. It takes place on Friday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theater.

TAHOE CITY, Calif. - The inaugural Tahoe Literary Festival is on Oct. 11 and 12 at venues in Tahoe City. Author and naturalist Obi Kaufmann is the keynote. Kaufmann will speak on Oct. 12 as part of the tour for his newest book, “The State of Fire, Why California Burns,” to be released in September.