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Swingin' on the Comstock - Live Music & Swing Dance Lesson by Reno Swings
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 4:21pm
Event Date:
June 9, 2023 (All day) Swing Dance at the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum in Virginia City, NV!
Reno Swings! returns to the beautiful 1870s landmark for a night of swing dancing and live Dixieland Jazz by the Sagebrush Swingers.
Cullen & Clay Mitchell will give a dance lesson and then open the dance floor to social swing dancing with live vintage music.
No dance partner or previous experience required!
At the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum in Virginia City, NV on 1870s-era wooden dancefloor!
Lesson by Reno Swings! instructors Clay & Cullen Mitchell (7-8 p.m.)
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Location
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum
537 South C St
Virginia City, NV 89440
United States
See map: Google Maps
Joni Morris - Sings the Songs of Patsy Cline - June 7, 2023
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 4:13pm
Event Date:
June 7, 2023 (All day) Performance Date: 06/07/2023 , 7:30 pm
Location
Valhalla Boathouse Theatre
1 Valhalla RD
Follow the walking path toward the lake to the Theatre
United States
See map: Google Maps
Living History - Donner Party Survivor James Reed
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 4:08pm
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Wed May 24 2023 .
May 27, 2023 - 3:30pm Free show!
Saturday, May 27, 2023
3:30 PM
Valhalla Grand Hall South Lake Tahoe, CA
“Those that Survived.” Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff take on the characters of Donner Party organizers and survivors, James and Margret Reed as they recount the gripping tale how their courageous and heroic efforts helped save the lives of forty-five forlorn souls during the frightful winter of 1846-47.
Sponsored by South of North Brewing Co.
Location
Valhalla Boathouse Theatre
1 Valhalla Dr
Follow the walking path toward the lake to the Theatre
United States
See map: Google Maps
Some recreation areas and beaches around Lake Tahoe may not open by Memorial Day
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 4:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – It is the winter that keeps on giving! Even though it says "spring" on the calendar, conditions at beaches, campgrounds, forest roads, and trailheads around Lake Tahoe are not quite ready for public use.
The epic winter will likely delay the official opening of many National Forest recreation sites. The USFS Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is encouraging patience and understanding as they work through the process of getting things open.
Intro to Linoleum Cut Printmaking Workshop with artist Evi K. Hui May 27, 2023
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 3:58pm
Event Date:
Repeats every 2 days until Sat May 27 2023 .
May 27, 2023 (All day) In this beginner workshop held on May 27 from 9:30am-12pm at Valhalla's Grand Hall, you will be guided through the process and make your own reusable linocut and print on a selection of paper. Lino printing can be used to create beautiful works of art, patterns, personalized stamps and much more.
Location
Valhalla Grand Hall
1 Valhalla RD
Follow the walking path toward the lake to the Grand Hall
United States
See map: Google Maps
Living History - Snowshoe Thompson
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 3:49pm
Event Date:
May 26, 2023 (All day) John “Snowshoe" Thompson-carried the U.S. Mail across the Sierra Nevada Mountains (Placerville to Genoa) during the winter for 20 years. He glided across the snow with an 80-pound sack over a 180-mile route in just 5 days. Using his hand-crafted snow skates (skis) and outfitted with nothing more than a jacket, dried meat and matches, Thompson was a larger-than-life character, saving numerous lives, serving his community unwaveringly and devoted his entire life to the betterment of his fellow man/woman.
Sponsored by South of North Brewing Co.
Location
Valhalla Boathouse Theatre
1 Valhalla RD
Follow the walking path toward the lake to the Theatre
United States
See map: Google Maps
Community meeting on Ski Run Boulevard/Heavenly parking situation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 2:22pm
Event Date:
May 10, 2023 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe is hosting a community meeting to discuss winter operations and parking in the Ski Run Boulevard area. It will be held on Wednesday, May 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Heavenly Mountain Resort's California Lodge.
Open Mic Night at the Boathouse Theatre
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 2:19pm
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Repeats every 2 weeks until Tue Oct 03 2023 . Also includes Mon Jun 05 2023, Mon Jul 24 2023, Mon Aug 21 2023, Mon Sep 11 2023, Mon Oct 02 2023.
May 15, 2023 (All day)
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May 29, 2023 (All day)
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June 5, 2023 (All day)
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June 12, 2023 (All day)
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June 26, 2023 (All day)
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July 10, 2023 (All day)
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July 24, 2023 (All day)
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July 24, 2023 (All day)
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August 7, 2023 (All day)
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August 21, 2023 (All day)
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August 21, 2023 (All day)
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September 4, 2023 (All day)
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September 11, 2023 (All day)
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September 18, 2023 (All day)
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October 2, 2023 (All day)
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October 2, 2023 (All day) Songs on stage in front of the big window! The gate will open at 5:30pm and the Boathouse doors will open at 6:30pm. Please come prepared to walk with your instrument/amp from the parking lot to the Boathouse. Signups will be outside the Boathouse from 6:00pm on. Depending on the number of participants, you'll be able to do 2-3 songs per slot on stage. Open mic nights will take place May 15, June 5, July 24, August 21, September 11, and October 2 weather permitting.
Location
Valhalla Boathouse Theatre
1 Valhalla RD
Follow the walking path toward the lake to the Theatre
United States
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe Comic Con coming to new Tahoe Events Center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 9:17am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Tahoe Event Center in Stateline will be playing host to the Lake Tahoe Comic Con on September 23 and 24. Guests attending the event can expect to participate in cosplay contests, guest panels and meet celebrity guests. Tickets for the event will go on sale, Friday, May 5 at 10 a.m. and start at $16 for Sunday and $19 for Saturday. Guests will be able to purchase a Two-Day Pass for $30.
Time to prepare for wildfire is now at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 8:24am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though many homes still have feet of snow in the front and back yards, it is never too early to be prepared for wildfire. This week is Wildfire Preparedness Week, a reminder to residents to plan ahead to ensure their safety if wildfires threaten the state in the months ahead.
It was Benjamin Franklin who said, "By failing to plan, you are preparing to fail” and Winston Churchill said, “He who fails to plan is planning to fail.” Even though quotes are from previous centuries, they are still valid today.
Upcoming opportunities to donate blood start with Friday's South Lake Tahoe Community Blood Drive
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 7:17am
There are several upcoming community blood drives in the South Lake Tahoe and Stateline areas. The first is the South Lake Tahoe Community Blood Drive on Friday, May 12 from 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Gym, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows. Please schedule an appointment at https://bit.ly/3lFIHZ7 or go to donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM062 or call Vitalant at 877-258-4825 and mention blood drive code SMFM062.
Valhalla Tahoe summer event schedule announced
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2023 - 6:52am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Historic Valhalla Tahoe has announced its full summer schedule that includes Chautauqua performances, music, art, plays, and more.
Living History: Snowshoe Thompson Fri. May 26 - 7:30 pm, free in the Boathouse Theatre
Intro to Linoleum Cut Printmaking Workshop Sat. May 27 - 10 am, $85 in the Grand Hall
Living History: Donner Party Survivor James Reed Sat, May 27 - 3:30 pm, free in the Boathouse Theatre
Joni Morris Sings the Songs of Patsy Cline Wed., June 7 - 7:30 pm, $35 in the Boathouse Theatre
Judges needed for South Tahoe High School Senior Project presentations
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 4:59pm
It is that time of year! South Tahoe High School (STHS) seniors are finishing up their time at the school with the required Senior Project. They will be presenting those projects and community members are needed to volunteer and help judge the projects.
This is a great opportunity to see Tahoe's youth in their final moments in school, see what they have accomplished in Senior Project, and send them off as the school celebrates all they have achieved.
STPUD board to consider rate increase
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 3:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) Board of Directors is considering new water and sewer rates that would go into effect July 1, 2023. Its water, sewer, and wastewater systems require ongoing maintenance, replacement, and improvements. The new rates for the 2024 fiscal year would set STPUD on the path to installing $218M in water and sewer infrastructure improvements over the next 10 years through their Capital Improvement Program.
South Lake Tahoe to host Wildfire Safety Expo on May 13
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 3:25pm
Event Date:
May 13, 2023 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 6th annual Wildfire Safety Expo will be held in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, May 13 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at South Tahoe Middle School.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue will be hosting the annual expo. It is a free, community event that will provide information on how to be fire-safe during the upcoming wildfire season. Each year, wildfire behavior progressively becomes more ferocious. Living in a mountain town means we need to be extra vigilant with our preparedness.
Tahoe Star Tours expands summer operations in North Lake Tahoe and Truckee
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 10:57am
Tahoe Star Tours announced today that it is expanding its summer schedule and bringing its popular stargazing events back to Northstar California Resort. Those visiting Truckee and North Lake Tahoe are invited to the resort’s Dark Skies Cosmoarium for docent-led stargazing events that will take place on select dates between June and September.
Sierra Lullabies, a creative musical evocation of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada, at UNR Tahoe campus
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 10:32am
Event Date:
May 3, 2023 - 5:00pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe is hosting a collaborative musical evocation of the natural landscapes of the Sierra Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and Pyramid Lake on Wednesday, May 3, at 5 p.m. at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe’s Prim Library.
As part of the college's Talks at Tahoe performance series, musicians and professors in the Department of Music will perform a creative musical evocation of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada.
Summer Theater Camp in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 10:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Arts Project and Tahoe Valley Performing Arts are joining together this summer to hold a summer theater camp for children that will be entering grades 1-9 in the fall.
Finding Nemo, Jr will be the play this summer. It is directed by Nicole Mora and Allyssa Little.
Auditions are being held June 23: 1st-3rd graders 9 a.m.-10 a.m., 4th-9th graders 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Everyone who auditions will be in the play.
Rehearsals will be held June 26-July 1, and July 5-July 7.
There will be two performances for the public on July 8 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Tahoe Arts Project Spaghetti Night fundraiser at Bert's Cafe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 9:49am
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May 25, 2023 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Arts Project is holding its Spaghetti Night on Thursday, May 25 at Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe. There will be two servings, one from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the other from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
It is $15 per person and includes spaghetti, Caesar salad, garlic bread, soda, and coffee. There will be a bake sale and wine available by donation.
Tickets can be purchased at:
Bert's Cafe
Text or call Tahoe Arts Project at 530.542.3632
Tahoe Valley Lodge
Venmo (see flyer)
There will be limited tickets available at the door.
Sierra snowpack remains 241-254 percent of average
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 9:02am
PHILLIPS STATIONS, Calif. - It is not normal for the Department of Water Resources (DWR) to conduct a May 1 snow survey at Phillips Station west of Lake Tahoe, but leave it to the winter of 2022/23 to provide enough snow to still be measured.
Celebration of Life for Marvin Buchmiller and Michael Clark
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 8:21am
Event Date:
May 21, 2023 - 1:00pm
A Celebration of Life will be held for Marvin Buchmiller and Michael Clark on Sunday, May 21 at 1 p.m. at the American Legion in South Lake Tahoe.
Marvin Buchmiller was a 10-year member of the Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra where he served as president during the 2014-15 administrative year. In addition, Marvin worked for more than 30 years with the disabled community members in South Lake Tahoe, helping those less fortunate in obtaining and serving in the job market to what extent their disability would allow.
Sierra Nevada World Music Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 10:00pm
Event Date:
June 16, 2023 (All day) Sierra Nevada World Music Festival Returns to Mendocino County in
June with a Star-Studded Reggae Lineup
Epiphany Artists is pleased to announce the 26th edition of the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (SNWMF) which takes place at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds in Boonville, CA on June 16, 17, and 18, 2023.
Location
Mendocino County Fairgrounds
14480 CA-128, Boonville CA 95415
United States
See map: Google Maps
New parks and recreation director hired for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 2:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe has announced the hiring of John Stark as its new director of parks and recreation. He will start on May 15.
Stark brings more than 12 years of experience in the parks industry, most recently serving as the director of parks and recreation for the City of Manitou Springs, Colo.
Prescribed fire operations resume around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 2:04pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Conditions and weather permitting, the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) will conduct prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe. Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are scheduled to continue burning piles along the East Shore beginning today, May 1, 2023. Smoke will be present.
TRPA says possible delays to May 1 grading season at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 1:38pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Grading and digging season for permitted projects at Lake Tahoe officially begins today, however, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) is cautioning that some projects and sites may be delayed due to unseasonal amounts of snow and wet conditions. Property owners and project managers should plan ahead for delays to the start of grading activity and pre-grade inspections, the agency repeated today.
23rd Annual Snapshot Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 1:25pm
Event Date:
May 20, 2023 - 9:00am Be a citizen scientist for the day!
Snapshot Day is an annual water quality monitoring event that takes place each May. Groups of volunteers fan out across the Truckee River Watershed to take samples from creeks, streams, and lakes – including Lake Tahoe – to capture a snapshot of Tahoe’s water quality at a moment in time.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College
1 College Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Seasonal closure of Upper Truckee Marsh begins May 1
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 1:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Starting May 1, the California Tahoe Conservancy is closing the Upper Truckee Marsh to dogs. This annual seasonal closure protects birds and other wildlife during the breeding season. People must keep dogs away from the sensitive marsh habitat through July 31.
Beginning August 1, people may resume bringing leashed dogs within the closed areas of the Marsh.
3rd Annual Truckee Reggae Fest
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 11:53am
Event Date:
June 24, 2023 (All day) "3rd Annual Truckee Reggae Fest"
Julian Marley & the Uprising
Mykal Rose (of Black Uhuru)
Mighty Mystic
Lizano
El Dub
DJ Treez
Dubfyah
MC Cootdog
Lake Anthony
Stay Positive Sound
Saturday June 24, 2023 (2pm - 10pm)
Truckee River Regional Park
Outdoor Amphitheater - Truckee, Ca
All Ages Welcome. Vending, Food Trucks, Beer & Wine, Live Art, Live Music, DJ's and more!
Tickets on sale NOW on Ticketweb.com
or New Moon Natural Foods (Truckee & Tahoe City)
Recycled Records (Reno) The Buttermuffin (So Lake Tahoe)
Location
Truckee River Regional Park
United States
See map: Google Maps
El Dorado County supervisors to discuss VHRs at Tuesday meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 10:09am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - On the heels of Supervisor Brooke Laine's community meeting on vacation home rentals (VHRs) in El Dorado County, the Board of Supervisors will receive the same presentation during its May 2 meeting.
The meeting starts at 9 a.m. but Item 45, the VHR portion is time certain for 10 a.m. which means it cannot be heard prior to that though it could be later.
The Board will receive an update on the Vacation Home Rental Program and could direct staff on potential program adjustments and/or amendments to the ordinance.
Tahoe Home Consignment starts community collaboration with Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2023 - 9:52am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Home Consignment (THC) in South
Lake Tahoe has announced its community collaboration with Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, Inc. (LTWC).
Helping raise awareness for the well-being of Lake Tahoe’s wild animals & birds, THC is joining the mission of rescuing, rehabilitation, and release of orphaned and injured wildlife through its community donation program.
Winter comes back to Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/30/2023 - 9:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Spring was nice while it lasted! A slow-moving low-pressure system will provide daily chances for a mix of rain, snow, and pellet showers this week with rain-snow lines lowering to 5500-7000 feet by Tuesday morning. A few thunderstorms will also be possible each day (20-30% chance).
Be prepared for snow showers in the Sierra. While warm road temperatures and the early May sun angle may limit accumulations on paved surfaces, bursts of heavy snow and/or snow occurring during the overnight hours could bring travel impacts to mountain passes.
Motorists should expect delays as gas line replaced between Tahoe City and Kings Beach
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/30/2023 - 8:25pm
PLACER COUNTY – Caltrans is alerting motorists to traffic-interfering work on State Highway 28 for a utility project and pothole repairs starting on Monday, May 1.
Southwest Gas and its contractor, Q&D Construction, are working on a gas line replacement project between Tahoe City and Kings Beach. In addition, Caltrans and its contractor, Teichert, will be filling in the many potholes that have emerged on the highway due to this past winter’s heavy precipitation totals. This work is part of an emergency $3.5 million contract to do pavement repairs on sections of Highways 28, 89, and 267.
Play Review: The Servant of Two Masters, a must see!
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2023 - 5:46pm
Let me start by telling you all, theatre is alive and well at South Tahoe High School! Welcome home Ethan Niven and the ultimate stage mom, Niv! Last night's opening performance of the Italian comedy, The Servant of Two Masters was a huge success.
South Tahoe Vikings JV squads shine In 3A Northern Nevada Track & Field Regional Championships
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2023 - 4:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High Junior Varsity Vikings, led by Coach Rod Canny III, recently competed in the 3A Northern Nevada Track & Field Regional Championships. Both the Viking boys’ and girls’ squads placed in the competition.
The boys’ squad finished strong, earning 1st place with 109.5 points. The girls’ squad accumulated an admirable 95 points to claim the 3rd spot. The event was held Monday, April 24, 2023, at North Valleys High School in Nevada.
Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe honors kids and supporters at Bright Futures Award Ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2023 - 5:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe honored youth and community members during their Bright Futures Awards ceremony on April 26 at the Angel of Tahoe building.
Over 100 people attended as the Club celebrated 15 awardees and their supporters.
Annika Orr, a Bijou Club member, was joined by her mother Dr. Jamie Orr, co-owner of Untethered Workspace and a strong community partner, as the mistresses of ceremony for the evening.
Burn permits available May 1 for Amador and El Dorado counties, excluding South Lake Tahoe city limits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2023 - 2:42pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Residential burn permits will be issued starting Monday, May 1 for the El Dorado County portion of Lake Tahoe excluding the city limits, along with the west slope and Amador County. The City of South Lake Tahoe has a ban on all open burning.
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Amador-El Dorado Unit made the announcement Friday, but it is unknown how long permits will be available at Lake Tahoe.
Burn permits must now be obtained online at https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov/.
Wildfire preparedness week May 1-5
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2023 - 2:30pm
Wildfire Preparedness Week brings the USDA Forest Service, CAL FIRE and partner agencies together to host five statewide events, May 1-5, to raise awareness on protecting against the threat of wildfires. None of those are in the Lake Tahoe area, but South Lake Tahoe is having a community-wide wildfire preparedness event on Saturday, May 6 from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center.
Column: Revamp your warm up for better golf performance
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2023 - 7:09am
The goal of warming up for exercise is often misunderstood. A proper warm-up is not only designed to raise your body temperature and blood flow, but it should also prepare you for the specific workout or sport you are about to participate in.
David Antonucci to present new book on environment at next Tahoe Talks in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2023 - 9:53pm
Event Date:
May 10, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is hosting another Tahoe Talks on Wednesday, May 10 when author David Antonucci speaks on the environmental history of Lake Tahoe.
From 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the History Museum Complex in South Lake Tahoe, Antonucci will present his new book, Environmental History of Lake Tahoe.
How did we get to where we are today? Many Lake Tahoe residents and visitors ask this question as they look at the contradictory contrast between the natural environment and the human-built landscape.
South Lake Tahoe City Council to look at increase of taxes and fees to provide more affordable housing
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2023 - 9:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council will receive presentations and provide possible direction during its next meeting on a potential increase to the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and a potential Real Estate Vacancy Tax to support affordable housing in the city. They will also discuss possibly enacting an inclusionary housing ordinance to include an in-lieu fee.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office call log for Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2023 - 8:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
April 20 - April 26, 2023
4/20
09:48 CIVIL INCIDENT - Officer initiated activity at 12TH St, South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: SERVED.
Four suspects arrested after high speed chase on SR88 and SR89 near Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2023 - 8:07pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - A vehicle carrying four suspects in a Douglas County retail theft reached speeds of 102 mph on SR89 over Luther Pass before being stopped Thursday morning by multiple law enforcement agencies.
Float a Flower event in South Lake Tahoe to remember those lost to suicide
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2023 - 5:03pm
Event Date:
May 27, 2023 - 1:00pm
The Suicide Prevention Network is holding "Float a Flower" at Tahoe Paradise Park's Lake Baron on May 27 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Reserve a special memory flower and remember those who have been lost to suicide in the community.
Though they have left the world behind, they still live on through their place in our hearts.
Tahoe Paradise Park is located at 1011 E San Bernardino Ave, South Lake Tahoe.
Please RSVP by May 14 for your special memory flower by calling Sandy Bennion
at 805-458-3710 to sandy@spnawareness.org.
South Lake Tahoe community provides over $300,000 in scholarships for STHS students
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2023 - 3:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The Class of 2023 at South Tahoe High was celebrated at their annual scholarship and awards night on Tuesday, with 161 scholarships worth $300,000 donated by the community.
The list of awardees:
A Student Who Serves - Hugo Perez Lopez
BARTON HEALTH Scholarship - Jorge Herrera and Jennah Inda
Barton Dan Kerr Memorial Scholarship - Bella Munson
BOB HICKMAN MEMORIAL Scholarship for Bijou Alumni - Forrest Jones, Mariana Alamilla, Andrea Zepeda, Eric Zavala
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF LT: BE Great - Trinity Rosa
Soroptimists of Tahoe Sierra award local students with $18,000 in scholarships and awards
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2023 - 11:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra Club recently awarded $18,000 in scholarships and awards to students from South Tahoe Middle School, South Tahoe High School, Mt. Tallac High School, Whittell High School and Lake Tahoe Community College.
The students and their families and guests were invited to the club's special awards breakfast on April 20. The students were honored with checks and certificates, and those attending South Tahoe High School were also honored during the school's April 25 scholarship night.
Eldorado National Forest begins Roadside Hazard Tree Mitigation Project on 2400 miles of roads
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2023 - 10:36pm
The Eldorado National Forest is beginning the implementation of their Roadside Hazard Tree Mitigation Project. This project is designed to reduce safety hazards along the 2,461 miles of National Forest System (NFS) roads, including 116 miles of state, local, and private roads in Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, and Placer counties. The project aims to ensure the integrity of the NFS roads and improve safety for the public, Forest Service staff, firefighters, emergency response personnel, law enforcement, private landowners, contractors, special use permit holders, and others.
South Lake Tahoe CHP to hold free Start Smart class for teen drivers
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2023 - 7:48pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be holding a Start Smart class on the South Shore on Wednesday, May 17 at 6 p.m. This free class is aimed at helping newly licensed and future licensed teenage drivers become aware of the responsibilities that accompany the privilege of being a licensed California driver. The program was created in an effort to preemptively reduce the incidence of teen injuries and deaths resulting from motor vehicle collisions.
American Century Championship extends contract for celebrity golf tournament at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2023 - 7:21pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - NBC Sports and the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority have announced their continued partnership with the American Century Championship with a contract extension through 2026. It has been a popular celebrity tournament at Edgewood Tahoe since 1990, first with Isuzu as a sponsor, then for the last 25 years, American Century Investments.
What’s emerged over the past 34 years is a magical blend of sports and entertainment celebrities golfing, competing, and celebrating along spectacular Lake Tahoe.
NBC, which owns the tournament, will be televising it this year July 14-16.
California Women's Festival at Cal Expo - Sacramento
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/26/2023 - 5:45pm
Event Date:
August 25, 2023 (All day) Join us at the California Women's Festival and be part of a powerful sisterhood! With more than 100 vendors, professionals & artisans, plus thousands of visitors this event is not to be missed. Whether you're looking for wellness inspiration or spiritual awakening; whether it's entrepreneurial growth or shopping with fashion designers - there'll surely be something that speaks right to your heart interests. Come make memories as we co-create an empowering experience within our local community together!
Friday, August 25, 2023, 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, August 26, 2023, 9:00am-2:00pm
Location
Cal Expo
1600 Exposition Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95815
United States
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Barton Health nurse recognized for exceptional care
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2023 - 5:34pm
Diana Meza Cabrera, registered nurse (RN) with Barton’s Surgical Services Department, 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.
Meza Cabrera was nominated by Kimberley Real, mother of a patient and colleague of Meza Cabrera, whose experience inspired her nomination:
