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Column: 1960s ~ Barton Memorial Hospital’s groundbreaking and purposeful evolution
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 1:46pm
As we reflect back on Barton’s 60-year history, the 1960s, which encompasses Barton’s grand opening, marks a time of progression and purposeful improvement.
The 1960s were an exciting time at Lake Tahoe. The Lake Tahoe Airport, which opened in 1959, made access easier. And with the 1960 Winter Olympics showcase, tourism began to grow. As the region grew to support its seasonal visitors, and more people relocated to Tahoe, a community hospital became vital.
South Tahoe High Baseball team wins Northern Nevada title, on way to NIAA 3a State Tournament
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 10:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After an amazing display of perseverance, teamwork, and talent on the baseball diamond last week, the South Tahoe High School (STHS) Vikings came from a first-round loss to the loser's bracket to becoming the Northern Nevada 3A Baseball champions.
And now they are looking to bring home a state championship trophy to South Lake Tahoe for the first time.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 9:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - “This is our second time this year volunteering at Bread and Broth and we love that we are giving back to our beautiful community,” shared Andrea King, a Realtor at the Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty’s South Lake Tahoe office. Joining Andrea from Sierra Sotheby’s was Ellen Camacho, the office’s managing broker, and Kathy Hyde, the office administrator. This Adopt A Day of Nourishment crew hosted B&B’s Monday Meal at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall on May 1.
Woollystar Music Festival returns for weekend of live music, film, and camping
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 1:24pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jun 18 2023 .
June 16, 2023 - 12:00pm
Event Date:
June 17, 2023 - 12:00pm
Event Date:
June 18, 2023 - 12:00pm MARKLEEVILLE, Calif. - The Woollystar Music Festival will be held in Markleeville June 16-18, 2023, just 30 miles southeast of South Lake Tahoe. Woollystar Music Festival offers an exceptional natural setting for showcasing an eclectic line-up of music and film for up to 300 people a day. Woollystar is for anyone who appreciates an intimate experience of live music, nature, and camping. With its stunning views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada, Woollystar Ranch provides the perfect setting for a weekend of relaxation, entertainment, and community.
Location
Woollystar Ranch
Carson River Road
United States
See map: Google Maps
Fireworks return to South Lake Tahoe for 4th of July
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 11:37am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Fireworks are returning to South Lake Tahoe on the 4th of July. The popular Lights on the Lake show hosted by the Tahoe Douglas Visitor's Authority will start at 9:45 p.m. The fireworks will be launched off barges on Lake Tahoe near Edgewood Tahoe.
The Attic Thrift Store in South Lake Tahoe to close as Barton Health shifts focus
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 11:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Attic Thrift Store in South Lake Tahoe will be closing in June. Barton Health, the owner of the store, said they will soon have the property up for sale and will be refocusing its structure to better meet the needs of the community.
The Barton Auxiliary opened the thrift store in 1961, and since has raised millions of dollars to support South Lake Tahoe and the hospital through grants, scholarships, equipment, and at the beginning, paying the doctors.
Douglas County school trustees to face off on proposed "Transgender Student Policy"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 9:56am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - There are two items that are drawing concern on Tuesday's agenda of the Douglas County School District (DCSD) Board of Trustees. One has become contentious and critics say is unnecessary and will be dehumanizing, and the other is a second reading for a new grant policy that prohibits the district from applying for much-needed grants if they involve the teaching of nontraditional pronouns or genders.
Fundraiser started for 18 South Tahoe High track and field athletes heading to state championships
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 9:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Eighteen track and field athletes from South Tahoe High School (STHS) are heading to the 2023 NIAA 3a State Championships May 19-20 at Liberty High School in Henderson, Nev. Giulia Lancellotti, Evelyn Bennett, Lyla Landy, Chloe Waskiewicz, Noosa Higgins, Emily Banks, Arya Saini, Leslie Pulido, Rose Friedrich, Kalea Paine, Eva Moyer-Pirie, Brody Defranco, Evan Habaradas, Ian Lomeli, Levi Hernandez, Ayden Keck, Minh Nguyen, and Tommy Morton will be making the trip. They are coached by Coach Rod Canny III.
Senator Alvarado-Gil announces scholarship opportunities for students in her District 4
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 8:41pm
Current and prospective college students living in Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil's 4th District are eligible to apply for two scholarships - the Women in CA Leadership Foundation’s Minerva Scholarship and the California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation Scholarship.
South Lake Tahoe is in this district.
1. CA Latino Caucus Foundation Scholarship
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 8:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of April 17-April 30, 2023. Location Checks are when officers search an area at a certain address. Transient/Homeless arrests/citations and calls are those normally categorized in other columns (Drunk in Public, Trespassing, etc.) but stats are collected separately.
Log for April 17 - April 30, 2023
4/17
01:36 Emergency Hang-up - Occurred at El Nido Motel on Lake Tahoe Blvd. Disposition: CLEAR NO FURTHER.
Supervisor Laine to hold VHR forum for Meeks Bay/Tahoma area residents
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 1:04pm
Event Date:
May 25, 2023 - 5:30pm
El Dorado County District V Supervisor Brooke Laine is hosting a Vacation Home Rental (VHR) public forum for the residents of Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the surrounding area on Thursday, May 25 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Meeks Bay Fire Station located at 8041 Highway 89.
The purpose of this forum is to present to the public the presentation on VHR updates, and to receive questions and comments; it is solely an information-gathering exercise.
LTUSD hosts second Community Conversation meeting for the public
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 9:59am
Event Date:
May 23, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) will be hosting a Community Conversation in response to feedback received during the State of the District and inaugural Community Conservation meeting held on March 15, 2023. There will be a panel discussion and tabletop interaction about the diverse needs of students including enrichment and remedial programs.
Spring cleanup at Soroptimist Stadium in South Lake Tahoe - banner sponsorships available
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 9:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Soroptimist Stadium: Home of Girls Softball at the South Tahoe Middle School got a spring clean on Saturday, May 13 thanks to volunteers from Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) and the help of generous community members. Volunteers cleaned bleachers, swept pathways, raked rodent tracks, removed garbage, and picked up and bagged about 50 bags of pinecones and needles.
Talk Saves Lives, an introduction to suicide prevention
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 8:55am
Event Date:
May 18, 2023 - 4:00pm
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the community is invited to “Talk Saves Lives - An Introduction to Suicide Prevention” with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). The event, organized by Peace Love Tahoe, will take place on Thursday, May 18 from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Untethered Workspace in Round Hill, Nev.
Talk Saves Lives is a 45-minute presentation describing the scope of the problem of suicide, the risk factors, warning signs, and what we can all do to help prevent it. This is an evidence-based, trademarked program created by the AFSP National team.
Column: Depression screenings as preventative care
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 7:15pm
Our mood is influenced by many factors, including stress, illness, and even the weather. But what's the difference between a bad case of the blues and the mental disorder known as depression? Addressing mental health issues is a high priority for our community, as it is frequently identified as a top-three need in the triannual Community Health Needs Assessment.
Depression affects many adults, adolescents, and children. In 2017, The National Institute of Health found the prevalence of Major Depressive Episodes in the United States to be 7.1% among adults and 13.3% among adolescents.
Full house at Tahoe Learning Haven's first teen job fair
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 4:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Over 130 local students took part in the inaugural Tahoe Learning Haven Job Fair this past week at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Angel of Tahoe building. The teens, ages 14-18 went through stations of filling out applications, learning how to interview, resume building, and obtaining work permits. They then went to visit almost 20 employers who want to build up their summer staffing levels.
The following businesses took part:
Angora Lakes Resort
5 Guys Burger
Camp Richardson
Cuppa Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Langenfeld Ace Hardware
LTCC Connect
Sessions Salon celebrates moms with Princess and Queen day in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 4:06pm
Sessions held its first Princess and Queen (mommy and me) event in honor of Mother's Day on May 12, 2023, at the newly renovated Sessions Salon in South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Warming temps and chance of rain and thunderstorms by next weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 3:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The weekend is ending with showers and thunderstorms as an area of low pressure and increased moisture came over the region. During the coming week, there will be a steady warmup that will exacerbate snowmelt and cause stream and river rise regionwide. Most areas will be dry for the early part of the week, then shower and thunderstorm chances arrive as early as Thursday afternoon through next weekend.
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 72. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Over 300,000 birds migrated over El Dorado County overnight
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 9:29am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - As you slept last night, an estimated 314,900 birds crossed through El Dorado County. At its peak at 1 a.m. Sunday, 170,300 birds were in flight. Since migrating birds regularly fly up to 10,000 feet above the ground, we don't normally see them though the birds overnight were at an average of 3,900 feet.
Seasonal timing and weather conditions dramatically impact their distributions, but this week has had excellent conditions for normal patterns.
Coffee With A Cop in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 5:01am
Event Date:
May 19, 2023 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Friday, May 19, 2023, members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff, and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
All community members are invited to attend. The event goes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Cuppa Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe. They are located in the Crossing at Tahoe Valley, 2054 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Kudos: Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra thanks the community
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 7:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a successful fundraising season for the women of Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra, all due to the support of the community. They now have over $62,000 to give back to women and children of the South Lake Tahoe area through scholarships, grants, awards, summer book programs, and financial support for nonprofits.
It started with the inaugural Mad Hatter Tea Party at Valhalla on April 30. One hundred guests joined in the fun which included a photo booth, fabulous decorations, costumes, tea, food, mimosas, and a raffle.
Community attends 6th annual Wildfire Safety Expo in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 6:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The community turned out for the 6th annual Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday at South Tahoe Middle School, hosted by South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR).
Activities and information filled the booths that lined the school's parking lot which was also filled with first responder and agency vehicles.
As wildfire behavior progressively becomes more ferocious, learning how to live in a mountain town is important. This means everyone needs to be extra vigilant with preparedness.
Local artist adds to collection at Welcome Home Shoppe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 5:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local artist Lori Howell Thompson has added three original works of art to the collection carried at Welcome Home Shoppe in South Lake Tahoe.
The three new pieces of art all depict our favorite Tahoe bears and one giclee available.
"Lori is one of our talented local artists and we are blessed to have her," said the store on social media.
Welcome Home Shoppe is located at 2277 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. Their phone number is 530.600.3133. Hours are Thursday-Monday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tahoe Trout Farm in South Lake Tahoe opens for 77th season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 9:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since 1946, the Tahoe Trout Farm has been providing fishing experiences for both South Lake Tahoe visitors and locals. They open for the 2023 season on Saturday, May 13.
The first delivery of trout arrived this past week. They are normally able to get the gates open before now, but the heavy snowfall put many things in the Sierra behind.
Owners Jim and Jackie Vallier, long-time locals, bought the property in 2012 to make sure its historic fishing spot stayed so more generations could enjoy what is a family tradition to many.
South Lake Tahoe home a total loss after early morning fire
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 9:19am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A early morning fire in South Lake Tahoe destroyed a home on Blue Lake Avenue along Trout Creek. A 4:22 a.m. Saturday, May 13, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) and South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) were called to the home which was unoccupied at the time.
Flames were seen several feet into the sky upon arrival of first responders. Fire personnel were able to keep the damage to the home and the historic Knox Johnson cabin next door appeared to have no damage.
Legacy Day at Donner Memorial State Park
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 7:16am
Event Date:
June 10, 2023 - 10:00am
TRUCKEE, Calif. – Bring the family for a day of fun in the park. Legacy Day at Donner Memorial State Park, located at 12593 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee, Calif. returns on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for its second-ever celebration of the land’s legacy, its cultural and natural history, and the people that inhabited the land.
Letters: Republican women host luncheon and examine housing funding solutions
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 7:00am
The South Lake Tahoe Republican Women Federated hosted its May 11th luncheon meeting featuring guest speakers Duane Wallace, CEO, ACE of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, and David Jinkens, retired South Lake Tahoe city manager, and good government advocate.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 9:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls 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.
May 4 - May 10, 2023
5/4
08:48 IDENTITY THEFT REPORT - Occurred at Edso Tahoe on Johnson Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.
South LakeTahoe ACT commission awards first $15,000 in grants for projects
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 8:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe's Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Commission awarded a total of $15,000 on Tuesday, May 9 to four applicants for the inaugural ACT Microgrant Program. The microgrant program seeks to provide unique opportunities for arts and culture in our community that are free and accessible to all.
Jay Conroy ~ 1950 - 2023
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 2:03pm
After a nine-month battle with cancer, Jay Conroy passed away peacefully at UCSF Parnassus on Sunday, April 23 at the age of 72. Jay was a resident of South Lake Tahoe for 48 years and loved every minute of it.
City of South Lake Tahoe begins retrofitting project to create dark sky-compliant lighting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 1:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City of South Lake Tahoe has begun phase one of converting pedestrian lights along the US 50 corridor to dark sky-compliant light fixtures. These new lights restrict upward-directed light, have a low color temperature, and reduce the impact of light in the night sky.
The City owns, operates, and maintains approximately 700 pedestrian light fixtures and approximately 200 metal halide pedestrian light fixtures along roadways, walkways, parks, and trail networks. In almost all cases, the existing LED fixtures are rated at 4,000k color temperature.
Volunteer drivers sought for home delivered meals program
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 9:10am
The El Dorado County Senior Nutrition Program is currently seeking dedicated volunteer drivers for the County’s Home Delivered Meals program. Each volunteer generally works one day per week on an assigned route, delivering meals between 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Potential new volunteer drivers are invited to learn more by attending a one-hour Volunteer Driver Orientation session on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring Street, Placerville.
Column: A parent's role in youth sports
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 8:20am
Sports are a powerful part of growing up, offering physical, mental, and social health benefits. As parents, we want to encourage and empower our children to challenge themselves in sports, while also keeping them safe from harm. The best way to prepare as a parent is to focus on what we can control, and that is prevention and response.
Public encouraged to provide input on Recycled Water Strategic Plan
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 7:48pm
Event Date:
May 23, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Public Utility District (District) is developing a Recycled Water Strategic Plan to analyze options and establish a future roadmap for managing recycled water in the future. This meeting will provide an overview of alternatives being considered, the status of the evaluation process, and provide time for questions. To learn about and offer input, attend the public meeting on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at South Tahoe Public Utility District Board Room, 1275 Meadow Crest Drive.
Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar to start summer operations once conditions allow
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 7:01pm
After a historic winter season with record-breaking snowfall, Tahoe-area Vail resorts are looking ahead to summer operations and events. Conditions permitting, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort are targeting Friday, June 16 for their opening days, with an array of highly anticipated summer activities available.
Tahoe Art League kicks off season with Summer Art Show
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 3:28pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun May 14 2023 .
May 12, 2023 (All day)
May 13, 2023 (All day)
May 14, 2023 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Art League Gallery presents its new Summer Art Show! Stop by this weekend, May 12-14, to see 16 artists' works, including seven artists new to the gallery. Ceramics, tote Bags, t-shirts, prints, paintings, jewelry, cards, and decorative art will be on display. There is a 10 percent discount on all purchases during the weekend.
Calendar of Events, all free to the public:
Friday, May 12
Opening Reception Summer Show, Light refreshments served
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 13
Pop-Up Show 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
In the gallery parking lot
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 2:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Kaylin Culver
Listing Office: Tahoe Real Estate Team, RE/MAX Gold
Property Address: 1513 Cree Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
MLS #: 136532
Bedrooms: 6
Baths: 5
Square Footage: 4,144 Sq Ft.
Price: $1,399,000
New arts HQ Event to mobilize veterans in the arts on May 20
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 2:17pm
Event Date:
May 20, 2023 - 10:00am Local Veteran artists will display their work to the public at Arts HQ on Saturday, May 20, from 10 am to 4 pm in the Upper Parking Lot of the Veterans Memorial Building in Placerville. The free arts event — which takes place on Armed Forces Day during Mental Health Awareness Month — will raise awareness about veterans' mental health issues and include resources for Veterans and their caregivers.
Location
Veterans' Memorial Building
130 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667
United States
See map: Google Maps
Science Speaks: TERC lecture on The Last Ice Area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 1:52pm
Event Date:
May 18, 2023 - 6:00pm
UC Davis TERC is hosting its next Science Speaks lecture The Last Area with Dr. Warwick Vincent at Granlibakken Tahoe on May 18.
In a recent commentary published in the journal Science, it was reported that the northern edge of the Canadian Arctic archipelago and Greenland is where the world’s oldest and thickest ice is found (Radio Canada International; December 2, 2020). It was also reported that this will be the last refuge for ice-dependent species. The commentary was titled, “Witnessing Ice Habitat Collapse in the Arctic.”
First-time homebuyer fair to be held in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 5:30am
Event Date:
May 17, 2023 - 5:00pm
The South Tahoe Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network (YPN) is coordinating a fair for first-time homebuyers to educate them about the benefits of homeownership, how to navigate the market, and what to expect in the home purchase process. This event will take place on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 5 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe AleWorx.
Real estate professionals will share helpful tips on how to best position themselves when they’re ready to buy, such as improving their credit, getting prequalified, etc., and what they can expect from start to finish.
100-year-old steam engine leads train during 48th season of Virginia Truckee Railroad
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/11/2023 - 5:01am
The Virginia Truckee Railroad begins its 48th season on May 27, 2023, with one-hundred-year-old steam engine #29 at the lead. The scenic train ride departs daily from the original Virginia City depot where millionaires and miners departed 150 years ago. The historic 35-minute ride over the original 1869 route departs once an hour starting at 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and runs through October. Adult fares are $16 to $19 and $8 for children ages 5-12. Kids aged four and under ride free. Tickets are available at the depot, or reserve space online at virginiatruckee.com.
Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe hoping to warm hearts with Spring Tuesday campaign
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 9:28pm
The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has announced its Spring Giving Tuesday campaign set for May 16, 2023. HSTT’s goal on Giving Tuesday, and every other day of the year, is to make the world a better place for pets and people with the helping hands of the community.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Heavenly Mountain Resort
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 8:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The dinner guests attending Bread & Broth’s (B%B) Monday Meal on April 24 were treated to tri-tip steaks marinated in BBQ sauce, sweet potato fries, a garden salad, rolls, and a variety of drinks and desserts. This very special dinner served at St. Theresa Grace Hall was sponsored by Vail’s Heavenly Mountain Resort and the tri-tip steaks were donated by Smart & Final.
TAMBA announces 2023 season kick-off events
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 8:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Area Mountain Bike Association (TAMBA) has announced two upcoming events to kick off the 2023 mountain biking season. All proceeds from these events will help fund TAMBA’s trail-building priorities and overarching strategy to support the continued development of multi-use trails in the Lake Tahoe region.
Last chance for Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra auction and raffle fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 3:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) fundraiser is coming to a close, but there is still a chance to join in the silent auction and vacation raffles.
The club's huge silent auction is all online at https://e.givesmart.com/s/:5wpTfq_RoJV/e/tPT/i/. Register to bid and you could be the winner of any of over 300 items including trips, dinners, jewelry, certificates, and unique experiences.
Lactation Education for New and Expecting Parents
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 2:54pmEvent Date:
May 15, 2023 - 5:30pm
Barton Health Class: Lactation Education for New and Expecting Parents
Monday, May 15, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness, 2170B South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
Learn about the benefits and tips of breastfeeding for new and expecting parents, including diet, breastfeeding positions, and other helpful resources. Additionally, learn when to seek help from a lactation consultant. Registration is required; sign up and learn more at BartonOrthopedicsAndWellness.com/Classes. Call 530.543.5549 or email Education@BartonHealth.org for more information.
Column: Mental health spring cleaning
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 2:52pm
After a long winter, checking in on your mental health is one of the best things you can do for yourself. Go to a place you feel calm, and jot down your feelings to help declutter your mind:
Checklist
1) One good habit I'd like to pick up
2) One thing I can do every day to build my habit
3) Three things I'm grateful for
4) Somebody safe I can reach out to when I'm in a bad place
5) My fears
6) Three ways to change the situation or distract myself from my fears
Reach out for Help
Sidestreet Boutique on Whittell High School campus for prom tuxedo and suit rentals
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 10:12am
Sidestreet Boutique will be providing prom tuxedos and suit rentals to Whittell High School students, and measurement dates have been scheduled. They will be in Student Services on June 1 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., the school's flex/lunchtime, as well as after school until 5 p.m. on the same date.
This is the only time Sidestreet will be on campus for measurements to secure an order for a rental before prom. Payments are required at the time of order.
Change to South Lake Tahoe arts and craft show ordinance in the works
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 9:24am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temporary craft shows in South Lake Tahoe have been regulated under an ordinance since 1998, with the last updates to the rules in 2013 and 2015. On Thursday, the Planning Commission will hear from staff about proposed changes to the temporary arts and craft show code before it goes before City Council.
Reminder: CTE Family Fun Night on Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/09/2023 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students and families are welcome to join the CTE Fun Night on Wednesday, May 10 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at South Tahoe Middle School. This is for students in grades K-12 and their families.
