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The Tahoe Chamber collected 190 nominations from the community for the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Award to celebrate the businesses, non-profits and individuals that make the South Shore of Lake Tahoe so unique. Local businesses have been a resilient backbone of the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and honoring their contributions, achievements and milestones is more important than ever before.

August 19, 1973 - May 18, 2020 - Sloan Michael Gordon signed off on a life lived to its very fullest on May 18, 2020. Though taken far too soon, Sloan managed to live 10 lives in the span of his 47 years, punctuated by adventure, mischief, and quality time with his family and friends.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many nonprofits have had to cancel their fundraisers due to the coronavirus, but the ladies of the Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club in South Lake Tahoe weren't going to let the virus stop them.

Their 31t annual Elegant Evening was slated to be held at Harrah's Tahoe on April 18 with a sit-down dinner, live music, and dancing, raffle, and auction. The venue closed and restrictions on meeting in groups of over 10 people were created, so what do you do with an event that brings together 500 community members?

Move it online, of course.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to ski or ride the slopes at Heavenly Mountain Resort and help raise funds for Temple Bat Yam during "Purim in the Powder" on Sunday, March 15. Don't ski or ride? That's okay, help sponsor a participant or join in on the BBQ and raffle fun following the runs at Temple Bat Yam.

All skiers are riders taking part in the event are asked to raise at least $90 in pledges but don't let that hold you back on raising more!

Raffle tickets are $10 each and they can be purchased online or at the event:

10 tickets for $90
20 tickets for $180

Super Bowl LIV, the 54th Super Bowl (the 50th modern-era National Football League championship game) will decide the champion for the NFL's 2019 and 100th season. The National Football Conference champion San Francisco 49ers will play against the American Football Conference champion Kansas City Chiefs.

No matter who you are rooting for, or if you just enjoy watching the game which is known for epic halftime shows and commercials (and championship football), South Lake Tahoe and Stateline are providing parties and fun spaces to do so on Sunday.

Here are a few of those ideas:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the past ten years, the community has come to know David Mullen and his Exquisite Grill through special events calling for roasted pig and barbeque. Now, the popular caterer is operating out of the Tahoe Seasons Resort in South Lake Tahoe with an expanded menu.

Mullen has been providing room service at the resort along with box lunches and a robust menu for six months, and now, after a busy summer, he is now focusing on specialty nights at the Fireside Bar located in the newly remodeled lobby along with a regular menu.

Every year In November, Vail EpicPromise Grants are generously awarded to many local community non-profit organizations including the Bread & Broth organization. In addition to supporting Bread & Broth’s B&B 4 Kids Program, the Vail Grant provides funds to sponsor 12 annual B&B Adopt A Day of Nourishment dinners which are served at St. Theresa Grace Hall on Monday evenings to any member of the community who attends the dinner.

Close to 70 nominees will be celebrated at the 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards on Thursday, Nov. 14 at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Hotel and Casino. Join the Tahoe Chamber in celebrating the businesses and individuals that make the South Shore a great community to live, work and play. Admission to this event is $65 for Tahoe Chamber members and $85 for non-members. Tickets include champagne, wine and full 3-course dinner prepared by Harrah’s executive culinary team. Table sponsorships are also available for purchase.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 49th annual Evening of Food, Beer and Wine Tasting returns to the South Shore on Friday, November 1, 2019, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Harrah's Tahoe.

The theme this year is “A Black and White Affair."

Tickets are $75/person and $65/person if purchased before 9/25/19. For tickets and more information, visit https://www.sislt.org/49th-annual-an-evening-of-food-wine-and-beer-tasting/. There will be a silent auction and raffle tickets will be available for $10/each or 5/$40.
Participating vendors, so far:

Wineries:

Crystal Basin Cellars

MEYERS, Calif. - The Upper Truckee Neighborhood is invited to participate in an evacuation drill and fire preparedness meeting on Wednesday, September 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lake Valley Fire Station 7.

“It was a wonderful experience meeting all of the Bread & Broth volunteers and members of the community attending the dinner,” shared Caroline Barichievich at Barton Orthopedic & Wellness Center’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) on August 5.

Caroline and her AAD sponsor crew members Amy Alcorn, Jason Collins, Jana Mortellaro and Heidi Siano arrived at 3:00 p.m. at St. Theresa Grace Hall ready to help provide an outstanding meal to the evening’s dinner guests.

During a wildfire, small hot embers can be carried miles ahead of a wildfire. When these embers land on something easily combustible on or near your home, it is in jeopardy of burning, even if it is not in the path of the flame front. Your home can survive when the embers arrive.

The Tahoe Network of Fire Adapted Communities is sharing a list of places homes are vulnerable to embers and how to prepare your homes along with an "Ember Awareness Checklist". The numbers match those in the photo:

1. Wood Roof

Long-time South Lake Tahoe resident Janet McDougall sponsored Bread & Broth’s July 1st Adopt A Day of Nourishment. “I like to sponsor a day once each year to honor the memory of my parents, Mac and Jackie McDougall,” shared Janet. For four years Janet has been sponsoring a meal which feeds a nutritious and well-balanced meal to up to 100 dinner guests and she can always to counted on to support Bread & Broth’s program of easing hunger for those in need.

ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Both Douglas County schools at Lake Tahoe are going to start off the new school year with a new principal, Shawn Lear.

During Tuesday's school board meeting, Lear's hiring appeared on their consent agenda. It was approved, making him the principal of both Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School in Zephyr Cove.

Enjoy free outdoor movies every Friday in South Lake Tahoe all summer long at Chicken-in-a-Barrel located at 2100 Lake Tahoe Boulevard.

A night under the stars with friends and family, watching movies on the restaurant's large screen. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and pillows and go see them at the Barrel for some family fun.

They'll be open with their famous BBQ along with Hawaiian Shave Ice. In July they'll start serving beer and wine.

Movies begin at dusk.

June 21 will be the first show, Lilo and Stitch with some giveaways

The rest of the summer:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A group of restaurants will be showing their appreciation to local law enforcement from June 3 to June 9, 2019.

This isn't the first time Azul Latin Kitchen, California Burger Co., Social House Deli and Ten Crows BBQ have honored those who are tasked with the responsibility of protecting the community. They have had first responder days, and most recently, days to say "thank you" to snow removal crews.

Dear Community, The sold-out 30th annual Elegant Evening 2019 at Harrah’s Tahoe was a huge success and that was due to the generosity of businesses and friends near and far. We are beyond thrilled that our special appeal for Challenge Day was met and exceeded!

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a celebration of 30 years of serving food to the local community through St. Theresa Church's Bread & Broth program. It was a celebration of the volunteers that make their Monday Night meals, Second Serving meals and Bread & Broth 4 Kids so successful in feeding those in need, not only of food but for camaraderie and community.

On National Trails Day, join the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) at their Boot Scootin Beach Bash in South Lake Tahoe on June 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

They’re fixin’ to have a good time celebrating trails on the shores of beautiful Lake Tahoe with a BBQ, contra dance (don’t worry, no experience necessary), laughs, and live music ’til the cows come home – (in Tahoe the cows come home at 9:00 p.m.).

Ready to play ball? Just 60 days until spring but signups for South Tahoe National Little League begin in January. Children eligible to play must be born between September 1, 2006 to December 31, 2014.

Registration

Is now open on line - https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/southtahoenllca. Visit this site to register and get a list of needed documents before attending the following days:

Kahle Community Center - Wednesday, January 30 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
South Tahoe Ice Rink - Monday, February 4 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Fees:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former City Manager Nancy Kerry has been hired as the new town manager for Frisco, Colorado, a mountain hamlet that is an international skier destination due to its proximity to four resorts - Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin.

9/14/18 Update: The KOA Farewell Sale continues on Saturday and Sunday, September 22 and 23. Everything in the store is an additional 20 percent off the already deeply discounted prices.

Saturday's hours are 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday is from noon to 6:00 p.m.

You'll find: RV Parts (Sewer hoses @ cost, propane supplies)
Camping Supplies, (Flashlights, sleeping bags, bug repellents, etc)
Fishing Equipment (Poles, bait, lures, etc)
Kitchen Gadgets (Pots & pans, BBQ supplies, utensils galore
Toys, Games, Jewelry, Tee Shirts & Souvenirs, and a BUNCH of other stuff.

PORCH STORIES is a fundraiser for the brand new SLT-based Black Ice Theatre Co. that combines the best aspects of Tahoe life - art, outdoors, and beer! There will be live music from Miss Molly Mae, food, a keg and a staged reading of the award-winning play "Everybody Here Says Hello" by Bay Area playwright Stuart Bousel. Bring your friends - and maybe a lawn chair or blanket - and grab a seat at the most exciting BBQ you'll be invited to this summer.

$10 donation at the door
$5 extra for unlimited beer (until the keg runs out)
$5 for kids
CASH ONLY PLEASE

Location

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the past three years, the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless has held their Homebrew for the Homeless in the Carson Valley. This year they are moving the event to South Lake Tahoe and combining it with a family-friendly Tahoe Beach Bash on Saturday, July 28 from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Tahoe Beach Retreat.