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Douglas County juveniles arrested for possession of stolen firearms and other charges
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/10/2024 - 2:53pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Three juvenile suspects were arrested by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) on Monday morning. Law enforcement believes the three, ages 14, 15, and 17, committed a rash of vehicle burglaries in the Gardnerville Ranchos area during the early morning hours of Sunday, May 26.
The 17-year-old male was arrested at Douglas High School and booked into the Douglas County Juvenile Detention Facility for burglary, grand larceny of a firearm, unlawful sale of a firearm, and being a juvenile in possession of a firearm.
Column: Community Health Improvement Week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2024 - 9:55pm
June 10–14 is Community Health Improvement Week; a time to recognize the people and organizations working in partnership to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2024 - 9:13pm
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 27 - June 2, 2024
5/27
00:53 SUSPICIOUS SUBJECT REPORT - Occurred at Chevron Meyers on Us Hwy 50, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: GONE ON ARRIVAL.
Forecast: Highs into the mid-80s by Tuesday at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2024 - 8:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a respite from near-record temperatures
this weekend, a gradual heating trend returns through mid-week, allowing temperatures to reach record territory in the valley and around Lake Tahoe, Expect a gradual cooling trend from Friday onward, with increased winds Friday and Saturday as this system moves into the region.
The forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph.
Monday Night - Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Calm wind.
Nine teachers and staff members retire from LTUSD with a total of 229.5 years of service
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2024 - 5:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) celebrated nine of its teachers and staff members on Friday at a retirement party at South Tahoe High. They retire after a total of 229.5 years of service.
Certified
Jill Colvin - 38 years - Special Education Teacher: Workability
Cindy Gronwold - 37 years - Elementary Teacher (Kindergarten)
Kathleen Whatford - 37 years - Physical Education
Michael Nagano - 27 years - Special Education Teacher
Suzy Allione - 25 years - Social SciencemTeacher
Socorro Sanchez - 22.5 years - Elementary TWBI Teacher
Join us at AleWorx to learn more about Soroptimists and having fun serving South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2024 - 1:06pm
Event Date:
June 10, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club is holding a meet-and-greet on Monday, June 10 at Lake Tahoe AleWorx at the Y at 5 p.m. Stop by to learn more about the club, and how to join, what the members do, and everything "Soroptimist."
SITS has been in South Lake Tahoe since 1977 and is dedicated to enhancing the lives of women and youth in our community and the world.
Meet and greet with Douglas County Superintendent candidates Monday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/08/2024 - 9:10pm
Event Date:
June 11, 2024 - 4:00pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Two finalists for the open Douglas County School District superintendent position will be part of a "Meet and Greet" on Monday, June 10 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Douglas High School rooms 201 and 203.
Candidates Patrick Peters and "Frankie" Alvarado will be on hand to meet with the public, participate in discussions, and talk about their plans for the District.
Profiles on Progress: New and upcoming bike paths
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/08/2024 - 7:29pm
The Tahoe Trail will be a continuous bicycle and walking path envisioned to circle the lake. With the work of many partners, several critical segments have been completed, but more sections are needed to connect it all.
Since 1997, Environmental Improvement Program partners have constructed or improved 198 miles of bicycle and pedestrian trails.
Check out some of the great Tahoe paths recently constructed or in the works:
Recently Completed:
The 4th annual Educational Kids Fair at Fourth Ward School in Virginia City
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/08/2024 - 6:43pm
Event Date:
June 15, 2024 - 11:00am
VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. - The 4th annual Educational Kids Fair at the Fourth Ward School in Virginia City is coming up on Saturday, June 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A great day at the Museum for the whole family! Free for kids of all ages. Admission for parents and guardians is $7.
Enjoy arts & crafts, engaging activities, including printmaking, calligraphy, gold panning, and a dress-up photo booth, and interacting with several local organizations and artisans.
The Fourth Ward School is located at 537 S. C. Street.
Colin Jost to take the stage at Tahoe Blue Event Center during American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 9:17pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Colin Jost is participating in the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe in July, and he will be taking the stage that weekend at the Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 8:30 p.m.
Presales start Tuesday, June 11 at 10 a.m. PT, and the general on-sale begins Wednesday, June 12 at 10 a.m. PT at ticketmaster.com.
Colin Jost is a writer, performer, and author who is best known for his work on "Saturday Night Live." He started writing for "SNL" in 2005 and has been the co-anchor of the show’s "Weekend Update" since 2014.
City of South Lake Tahoe seeks public feedback as they launch Participatory Budget Ballot:
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 8:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City of South Lake Tahoe has announced the launch of its Participatory Budgeting Ballot, an initiative aimed at empowering citizens to directly influence the allocation of public funds within the community. Participatory budgeting is a democratic process that allows residents to decide how to spend part of a public budget. It provides an opportunity for citizens to engage directly in budget decision-making, prioritize community needs, and collaborate with local government to implement solutions.
Kudos: Thanks to The Hangar for hosting local Special Olympic bocce practices
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 8:27pm
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.
Wilder than Wild movie screening, food, prizes and fire panel tonight
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 12:46pm
Event Date:
June 7, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is hosting a movie premier event at Lake Tahoe Community College on Friday, June 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the Duket Theatre.
The documentary Wilder than Wild was four years in the making and reveals how fire suppression and climate change have exposed our forests and wildland-urban landscapes to large, high-intensity wildfires - and explores strategies to mitigate the impact of these fires.
Following the movie will be a panel discussion with questions and answers on wildfire-related topics.
Summer Craft Markets scheduled for South Lake Brewing Company
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 11:51am
Event Date:
June 9, 2024 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Shop for handmade crafts, art, and goods from a variety of local vendors outside this summer in South Lake Tahoe at South Lake Brewing Company. Stop by their Beer Garden for Summer Craft Markets from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on three Sundays during the summer: June 9, July 14, and August 11.
Different vendors and food trucks will be present for each date. Visit southlakebeer.com for details. If you'd like to be a vendor, please email support@southlakebeer.com.
WWII Veteran John J. Cristando ~ March 16, 1926 - June 3, 2024
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 11:42am
A well-loved fixture in South Lake Tahoe for the last 58 years, John J. Cristando, sadly passed away on Monday, June 3 at the age of 98. A man who was very proud of being in the European Theater in World War II, John had originally planned on being in France for the 80th-anniversary ceremony of D-Day in Normandy after he was chosen to attend, but health kept him at Lake Tahoe.
Community Clean Up Day Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2024 - 10:27am
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.
Tryouts next week for Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe after-school competitive soccer team
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 9:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) is continuing its after-school competitive soccer program for the next season, August 2024-July 2025 season. Tryouts will be held June 11-13:
Tuesday, June 11 for girls with birth years 2011/12/13/14/15
Wednesday, June 12 for boys with birth years 2011/12/13/14/15
Thursday, June 13 is make-up day
Tryouts will be held on the Bijou Elementary Front Field from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The school is located at 3501 Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe.
Pioneer Trail understory burn scheduled for June 9-11
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 8:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – In coordination with the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT), the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU), is scheduled to conduct an understory prescribed fire on approximately 46 acres near South Lake Tahoe beginning Sunday, June 9, 2024, and continuing through Tuesday, June 11.
If conditions and weather are favorable, the burn will take place on the southeast side of Pioneer Trail between Susquehana Drive and Golden Bear Trail.
TAMBA to host 12th annual Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 6:00am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jun 23 2024 .
June 22, 2024 (All day)
June 23, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA), in conjunction with The Divided Sky and South Lake Brewing Company, is hosting the 12th annual Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23, 2024.
The weekend-long event will kick off with a mountain bike Demo Day at Corral Trail on Saturday, June 22. Registered riders will have the chance to try a range of bikes from participating brands including Specialized, Trek, Intense, Cannondale, Yeti, GasGas, and Husqvarna, and enjoy exclusive shuttles to Corral Trail.
Pop UpThrift Shop for Live Violence Free, donations accepted this week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 5:36am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jun 30 2024 .
June 29, 2024 - 10:00am
June 30, 2024 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Live Violence Free is hosting a Pop-Up Thrift Shop on June 29 and 30, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., at the American Legion parking lot. Discover gently used clothing, household items, and more, all while supporting a great cause! Enjoy delicious food from a variety of food trucks as you shop.
LVF is accepting gently used clothing, household items, electronics, tools, and sports equipment for the event. Donations can be dropped off at the nonprofit's office on June 7/8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Live Violence Free is located at 2941 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe
Getting Ready for School - free program for new TK and K students and their caregivers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 5:30am
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Mon Jul 01 2024 .
June 17, 2024 - 5:30pm
June 24, 2024 - 5:30pm
July 1, 2024 - 5:30pm
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
Tahoe Art League Summer Art Show opening Friday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 5:21am
Event Date:
June 7, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Art League is hosting an opening reception to mark the opening of its Summer Art Show this Friday, June 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Stop by and check out the new art and meet the artists. Refreshments/light appetizers will be served.
Also, Allen Graybill will have several live demonstrations of his intricate gourd work throughout the summer. The first two will be on Friday, June 21 and Friday, June 28 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
The Tahoe Art League gallery is located at 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Kudos: Tahoe Valley Elementary staff thanks community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 5:06am
We are truly grateful for the unwavering support and generosity shown by our South Lake Tahoe business community. Their donations have not only helped us provide a better learning environment for our students at Tahoe Valley Elementary School, but have also strengthened the bond between our school and the local businesses. Your kind contributions have benefited the staff and students in many ways. We are proud to be part of such a caring and compassionate community.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our staff and students.
Sincerely,
Music in the Park starts June 7 with Trey Stone Band
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 5:01am
Event Date:
Repeats every 3 weeks until Fri Sep 20 2024 .
June 7, 2024 - 5:00pm
June 28, 2024 - 5:00pm
July 19, 2024 - 5:00pm
August 9, 2024 - 5:00pm
August 30, 2024 - 5:00pm
September 20, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2024 Summer Concert Series Music in the Park starts on Friday, June 7, and ends on September 20. The concerts are from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Tahoe Paradise Park.
The Line-up
JUNE 7TH - TREY STONE BAND
JUNE 28TH - BOOT JUICE
JULY I9TH - SIMON KURTH & FRIENDS
AUGUST 9TH - CB RADIO
AUGUST 30TH - BISON
SEPTEMBER 20TH - JELLY BREAD
The concerts are free but donations area accepted.
For more information, visit https://www.meyersmtnmarket.org/music-in-the-park.
Play and Learn Group for ages 2-5 years with a caregiver (free)
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 9:27pm
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Tue Jul 02 2024 .
June 11, 2024 - 9:30am
June 18, 2024 - 9:30am
June 25, 2024 - 9:30am
July 2, 2024 - 9:30am
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.
Judge Eddie T. Keller ~ June 6, 1941 - May 4, 2024
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 8:29pm
When Judge Eddie T. Keller died unexpectedly on May 4, 2024, he left behind volumes of memories and a treasure trove full of family, friends, and colleagues. A legend in legal circles, the former Assistant Presiding Judge Keller served in the courts on both the east and west slopes of El Dorado County and for years in the California Attorney General's Office.
Retired Judge Suzanne Kingsbury said Keller was a man of great integrity and intellect. She said, "He helped improve access to the court system and the delivery of justice."
Douglas School Board controversies: Joey Gilbert tweeting during meetings, a trustee criticized for using 'r' slur
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 7:49pm
More controversies are coming out of the May 21 Douglas County School Board and this time one of the issues isn’t what’s happening at the meetings, but rather, what isn’t.
Attendees of the meetings have pointed out that the board’s attorney, Joey Gilbert, spends time on his phone during the school board meetings during which he is paid $325 an hour.
Gilbert is a fan of the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, with hundreds of tweets and re-tweets on his profile each month.
Play and Learn Group for ages 2-5 years with a caregiver (free)
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 3:18pm
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Mon Sep 30 2024 except Tue Jul 09 2024, Tue Jul 23 2024.
July 30, 2024 - 9:30am
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August 6, 2024 - 9:30am
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August 13, 2024 - 9:30am
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August 20, 2024 - 9:30am
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August 27, 2024 - 9:30am
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September 3, 2024 - 9:30am
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September 10, 2024 - 9:30am
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September 17, 2024 - 9:30am
Event Date:
September 24, 2024 - 9:30am 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
Bijou Community Park
1201 Al Tahoe Blvd
(near the Collge)
United States
See map: Google Maps
Social Hour / Hora Social - June 26, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 3:07pm
Event Date:
June 26, 2024 (All day) Meet other families in the community while you play with your child, enjoy some snacks and learn about community resources. Free monthly event.
Conozca a otras familias de la comunidad mientras juega con su hijo, disfruta de algunos refrigerios y aprende sobre los recursos comunitarios. Evento mensual gratuito.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center
3501-B Spruce Avenue
next to Bijou School
United States
See map: Google Maps
Travis and Jason Kelce headed to Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 2:58pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Travis Kelce will be returning for his sixth consecutive appearance at the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe, and joining him for the first time is his brother, Jason Kelce.
A note to Swifties - Taylor is on tour during the week of the tournament, with tour dates in Zürich and Milan.
Travis's teammate Patrick Mahomes will not be playing at Lake Tahoe this year due to his being in Paris, but the Kansas City tight end's brother Jason should be an entertaining cohort.
Cristi Creegan named new Tahoe Chamber CEO
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 2:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After an extensive nationwide search for a new CEO, the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) has chosen its next leader from home turf. They announced on Wednesday they have hired former South Lake Tahoe mayor, and longtime local community leader Cristi Creegan as CEO.
Recipe Highlight: Heirloom Tomato Galette
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 7:10am
It’s Farmer's Market Season in the Tahoe Basin! Are you as excited as I am about the cornucopia of farm fresh produce available at the markets? I think perhaps my favorite farmers market find is heirloom tomatoes. These beauties are famous for their richness of flavor and unique taste.
Heirloom tomatoes are varietals that have been grown for at least 50 years without crossbreeding. They are open-pollinated, meaning that they are naturally pollinated by wind, bees, and other factors.
Knight Monsters release 2024 schedule - Home opener at Tahoe Ice Arena October 24
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 6:00am
STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters have announced the team’s complete 2024-2025 game schedule for their upcoming Inaugural Season set to begin in October.
The Knight Monsters will play a 72-game regular season schedule (36 home, 36 away). The team will play a family-friendly home schedule comprised of ten Friday games, 11, Saturday games, six Sunday afternoon contests, four Wednesday games, and five Thursday games.
From the Mind of Dr. Charles Goldman: Adventures in Limnology and more next up for TERC
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 5:30am
Event Date:
June 11, 2024 - 4:30pm
On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, UC Davis TERC (Tahoe Environmental Research Center) proudly hosts a lecture featuring world-renowned limnologist and UC Davis Distinguished Professor Emeritus Dr. Charles Goldman. The local Tahoe hero, known for his world-class research and story-telling skills will regale you with his lively Science Stories and Research Adventures. The in-person event will be held at the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village, Nev.
Filing period to run for two open STPUD board seats begins July 15
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 5:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two board member seats for South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) are up for election on November 5, 2024. To run for the Board, you must be a registered voter within the STPUD service area and file your candidacy papers with El Dorado County between Monday, July 15, 2024, and Friday, August 9, 2024.
Open house for proposed achievable housing project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 9:52pm
Event Date:
June 6, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A second community meeting for the proposed Alpine Estates in South Lake Tahoe is planned for Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the South Lake Tahoe City Council Chambers.
Alpine Estates is planned for the area at the Y between The Crossing at Tahoe Valley and Tahoe Valley Pharmacy. One year ago the project was 70 units of achievable housing, with rent capped at 125 percent of the area median income.
South Lake Tahoe Senior Citizens Inc. holding free indoor picnic with music from Cash Only Band
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 7:37pm
Event Date:
June 7, 2024 - 5:00pm
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
Heavenly calls foul on South Lake Tahoe City Council vote to terminate parking ordinance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 6:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe City Councilmember Cristi Creegan called a vote during Tuesday's council meeting a "no-win situation," a comment echoed by Tom Fortune, VP and CEO of Heavenly Mountain Resort and the Tahoe Region for Vail.
Reproductive Care is a Family Affair
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 5:57pm
Event Date:
June 14, 2024 - 5:00pm In eleven cities across congressional district 3, voters will rally for reproductive rights between June 14 and 21 in honor of Father’s Day. The theme of the rallies is “Reproductive Care is a Family Affair”. Congressman Kevin Kiley has a long history of opposing reproductive freedom the protests will highlight this fact.
Location
Lakeview Commons
United States
See map: Google Maps
Falsely changing address to vote is fraudulent, and El Dorado County will investigate
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 10:34am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The proposed tax measure on the November ballot in South Lake Tahoe will directly affect people who do not live in the area as it proposes to tax second homeowners up to $6,000 per year if they live in the house less than six months.
The problem for many is the fact that they cannot vote on the vacancy tax that will affect them due to their voter registration being at their main residence.
Letters have been sent out to property owners in the city limits who don't live or vote in South Lake Tahoe to alert them of the Vacancy Tax citizen-led initiative.
Exploring nature's classroom: The annual children's Forest Field Trip at Tallac Historic Site
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 8:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.— Last week, third and fourth graders from South Lake Tahoe and Zephyr Cove elementary schools made the trek to Tallac Historic Site for the annual "Children’s Forest" field trip. This educational event is presented by the South Tahoe Environmental Education Coalition (STEEC), a network of more than 26 agencies and organizations that provide environmental education programs for all grade levels in the South Lake Tahoe school system. Educators bring their passion for the region, teaching lessons on a variety of topics aligned with their expertise.
Teenage and adult-sized bicycles needed by South Lake Tahoe homeless advocacy program
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 6:32am
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.
Farmer's Market season starts Tuesday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2024 - 6:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A sure sign of summer is the reappearance of farmers markets on South Lake Tahoe. They get underway on Tuesday, June 4,2024.
The El Dorado County Certified Market at the American Legion is on Tuesdays until fall from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There are fresh fruits, vegetables, bread and other culinary treats, meat, honey, flowers and plants, and a variety of things to purchase. The Legion is located at 2732 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lak Tahoe.
Win a vacation to Lake Tahoe and support the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 7:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) is hosting a raffle where participants have a chance to win a vacation to Lake Tahoe. Enjoy the sun, beach, lake, dining, and activities during this two-night vacation.
The vacation has an estimated value of $3,375 and includes:
2 Night Stay in an Alpine Studio at Desolation Hotel - Sleeps 4 (Est. Value $1,400) https://www.desolationhotel.com/tahoe/rooms
1/2 Day Speed Boat Rental (4 hours) from Tahoe Sports at Ski Run Marina or Tahoe Keys Marina - (Est. Value $698)
2024 Live at Lakeview lineup announced
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 7:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Get ready for a summer of music, community, and fun as the City of South Lake Tahoe and Visit Lake Tahoe proudly present the 2024 Live at Lakeview Summer Music Series.
South Lake Tahoe can expect unforgettable performances from artists including Dead Winter Carpenters, Vokab Kompany, Forrest Day, Object Heavy, Joslyn & The Sweet Compression & many more at Lakeview Commons this summer.
Online presentation of the geological history of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 7:15pm
Event Date:
June 6, 2024 - 5:00pm
Uncover the geological history of the Lake Tahoe basin during an online presentation offered by the Tahoe Area Sierra Club on Thursday, June 6 at 5 p.m. The public is invited to join the on Zoom to learn about the data from the lake's core sediment from Paula Noble, Professor for the Department of Geological Sciences, and Global Water Center at the University of Nevada Reno.
Judge: Initiative to ban VHRs in Lake Tahoe area of Douglas County won't appear on November ballot
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 7:01pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - An effort to get an initiative on the November ballot to ban vacation home rentals (VHRs) in the Lake Tahoe area of Douglas County hit another roadblock, this one being a ruling by Judge William Maddox on Monday, June 3.
The judge upheld the Douglas County commissioners' finding that a petition to change the ordinance on vacation home rentals was insufficient. The petition had been circulated by a group of signatures but did not meet the required valid signatures.
Guided tours offered of Al Tahoe Pioneer Cemetery
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 6:18pm
Event Date:
June 15, 2024 - 1:00pm
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.
Keep Memory Alive's annual Summer Festival and Rodeo returns featuring rock icons Rick Springfield and Richard Marx
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 5:44pm
Event Date:
June 29, 2024 - 3:00pm GLENBROOK, Nev. — Keep Memory Alive’s annual Summer Festival & Rodeo at Shakespeare Ranch, a private Lake Tahoe estate in Glenbrook, Nev., returns on Saturday, June 29, and Sunday, June 30 for another weekend of rodeo excitement to raise funds in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases and recognize local philanthropist and entrepreneur Kern Schumacher with the Community Leadership Award.
Location
Shakespeare Ranch
1949 Glenbrook Road
United States
See map: Google Maps
Washoe Meadows Clean Up
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 9:27am
Event Date:
June 15, 2024 - 9:00am The Tahoe Area Sierra Club will be hosting a clean up at Washoe Meadows State Park on June 15, 2024 starting at 9:00 am till 11:00 am. The trails around Washoe Meadows State Park are relatively flat. We ask those joining us to come prepared due to there being no facilities in the area so be prepared with snacks, water, and sunscreen. We’d like to thank Clean Tahoe for supporting this event and supplying us with clean up equipment.
Location
Washoe Meadows State Park
982 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
