Moms
Column: Delivering care for mothers and babies
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 9:31am
As a mother and as a physician, I understand there are many unknowns right now for moms as they prepare to deliver their babies. Despite the challenges we face with the COVID-19 pandemic, Barton Health continues to provide compassionate care that puts mothers and babies first. Barton’s practices in place honor the needs of mother and child while upholding everyone’s health and safety.
Giving Tuesday pet adoption and fundraising day for Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 7:25am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe is having a special puppy adoption day on May 5 to coincide with the annual Giving Tuesday fundraising day.
"Little Rays of Sunshine" is bringing two litters with a total of 11 puppies, along with one of the moms, to the public for adoption.
Pictured here is the mom Sunshine with one her puppies, Hope.
V&T Railway 2019 season begins with Mother’s Day train
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 8:36pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun May 12 2019 .
May 11, 2019 (All day)
May 12, 2019 (All day)
Kicking off its 2019 season, V&T Railway will hold a special Mother’s Day train on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12. Guests will experience a 24-mile round-trip ride through the historic Comstock, departing Carson City (Eastgate Depot) at 10 a.m. and will arrive in Virginia City at approximately 11:30 a.m., before returning to Carson at 4:15 p.m.
Tickets are $45 for adults, $40 for seniors and $25 for children ages 3 to 16. Children two and under ride free when they sit on a parent's lap. Tickets can be purchased online at www.vtrailway.com or (877) 724-5007.
Road Beat: Toyota Sienna, Stellar Performance
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 7:54pm
Minivans are not supposed to be hot rods or even quick. They are for hauling the family with comfortable seven to eight passenger seating (there isn’t a bad seat in this house) while still having massive cargo capacity. Or they are for going to your local Home Depot or Lowe’s and God help your credit card. I was actually able to put 12-foot-long baseboard inside this massive shipping container.
Prescription: Nature
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/30/2018 - 11:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Nature is healing, and a new partnership between the U.S. Forest Service and Barton Health is bringing the benefits of 154,000 acres of wellness around Lake Tahoe to the public.
"Nature is medicine, nutrition is medicine and you don't have to pop pills for health," said Nancy Laurenson of Barton Health during a recent wellness outing on the Rainbow Trail at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center.
Letter: Thank you for support of Climb Out of Darkness event
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/30/2017 - 12:21am
Local moms and families came together on July 9 at Nevada Beach for Climb Out of the Darkness, an international event to raise awareness around postpartum depression and other associated perinatal mood disorders.
The event raised over $2,500 to support Postpartum Support International, an organization that provides support to families and education to mental health providers. Generous support was provided by Elevate Wellness Center, Barton Health, and many local businesses. You are not alone, you are not to blame, and with help, you will be well.
Climb Out of the Darkness® event in South Lake Tahoe July 9
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/25/2017 - 4:39pm
Event Date:
July 9, 2017 - 9:00am
Climb Out of the Darkness® is the world’s largest event raising awareness of pregnancy and postpartum mental health disorders is holding a regional event in South Lake Tahoe. All moms, dads, families and friends are invited to participate on Sunday, July 9 at 9:00 a.m. at Nevada Beach.
Barton Auxiliary awards $76,500 to students and Birthing Center
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/19/2017 - 7:20pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Thirteen students were recently awarded $19,000 in scholarships by the Barton Auxiliary which also gave $$57,500 to the Barton Family Birthing Center for additional services and equipment.
The awards came during a recognition lunch on June 12.
Barton Auxiliary is a group of volunteers who support Barton Hospital, its patients, and the community through. In 2016, Auxiliary volunteers raised funds from The Attic and gift shop sales, holiday fundraisers, and personal donations to fund their recent awards.
Sierra House Elementary raising funds for Charlie Cart Project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/02/2017 - 5:45am
From the day they set foot in the kindergarten classroom, students at Sierra House Elementary school learn about soil, seeds, planting and growing food, and now parents at the school are raising money to take lessons for all K-5 students to the next level.
Special Mother's Day train to Virginia City
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 2:03pm
The Virginia & Truckee Railroad will once again offer special train rides over the Mother's Day weekend, May 13-14, that will take moms and families from Carson City to Virginia City aboard a historic train.
All mothers will be honored with a long-stem rose as they board the 1953 ALCO (American Locomotive Company) heritage diesel locomotive for the 16 mile trip to the Comstock-era town of Virginia City.
Carson City and Douglas County on high alert for Whooping Cough
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/28/2017 - 12:06pm
There has been an increase of positive pertussis, which is commonly known as whooping cough, in the Carson City and Douglas County areas of Nevada.
The Disease Control and Prevention Division at Carson City Health & Human Services (CCHHS) oversees disease surveillance and investigations in Carson City and Douglas County and is currently investigating the increase.
At this time, CCHHS is reporting the outbreak as an isolated event; however, the Health Department is encouraging families in the community to take preventive measures.
Tahoe Wedding Flea Market and Open House
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 12:44pm
Event Date:
October 9, 2016 - 10:00am The Lake Tahoe Golf Course will be hosting their annual Wedding Open House on Sunday, October 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Besides local wedding vendors being on hand to share information about their services, there will be a Tahoe Wedding Flea Market.
Future brides and grooms can shop for wedding items that will be available at great prices.
Organizers are renting flea market tables for just $10. People are invited to bring wedding items to sell to the brides, grooms, bridesmaids, and moms who will be attending.
Justin Timberlake makes the most of his inaugural ACC appearance
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/19/2015 - 9:11pm
While his score may not have won the American Century Golf Championship, Justin Timberlake won the hearts of many fans at Edgewood Tahoe this week. The large gallery following him during the practice rounds and tournament was full of girls, teens and moms trying to catch a glimpse of the recording artist.
During Sunday's final round, Timberlake was partnered with NFL great Jerry Rice and Alfonso Ribeiro who is best known for winning Dancing With the Stars and for his role on Fresh Prince on Bel-Air.
Letters to the Editor: Yet Another Fee
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/29/2015 - 9:55pmTo City Manager of South Lake Tahoe, City Council
RE: motel housing
Honorable City Manager and City Council,
I am writing to you out of concern about the possible new ordinance regarding motel housing. In the past six years I have been involved with working for and advising various properties. The seven different properties opened my eyes to a separate part of our community that goes mostly unnoticed.
Mom’s Morning Out: An Event for Women, by Women
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2015 - 8:46pm
Event Date:
May 2, 2015 - 8:00am
Women of all ages are invited to attend the fourth annual Mom’s Morning Out on Saturday, May 2.
Mom’s Morning Out was started by Barton Health as a health and wellness program for new moms. The program has grown and last year more than 200 women, not just moms, participated in the event.
Mom’s Morning Out Held in South Lake Tahoe: A Morning Just for Women
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/10/2014 - 9:05pm
Over 200 women flocked to Lake Tahoe Community College for the fourth annual “Mom’s Morning Out” on Saturday, May 3.
Women of all ages, not just moms, delighted in a morning of pampering and fitness. The morning started with the option to participate in a yoga class with The Studio Lake Tahoe or an outdoor cardio and strength training with Megan Waskiewicz from Lake Tahoe Community College.
Mom's Morning Out: Not Just for Moms
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/21/2014 - 9:10am
Event Date:
May 3, 2014 - 8:15am
Enjoy a morning of pampering, fitness, and wellness. Barton Health invites
women from the community to attend the third annual Mom’s Morning Out on Saturday, May 3.
“Mom’s Morning Out was started by Barton Health to promote wellness and health services available in our community,” says Leanne Wagoner, Barton’s Community Outreach Coordinator and co-organizer of the event. “It’s a chance for every woman to relax, unwind, and get informed.”
Relax and Revitalize with Mom’s Morning Out
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/01/2013 - 11:00amEvent Date:
May 4, 2013 - 8:00am
Moms of all ages are invited to enjoy a free morning of education, inspiration and relaxation on Saturday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the “Commons Area” at Lake Tahoe Community College (1 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe).
“This is the third annual “Mom’s Morning Out” and its growing in size each-year,” Leanne Wagoner, Barton Health, Community Outreach Coordinator said. “Together, with the Tahoe Daily Tribune and Lake Tahoe Community College, Barton has created a day celebrating all moms in our community.”
Barton continues to support women’s health services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 10:16am
Health Care Reform continues to be the buzz word around the nation, and with the upcoming presidential election, reform will continue to be among one of the hottest discussion topics. Reform is aimed at bringing coverage to millions of uninsured Americans, while improving the quality of patient care provided. As a result, medical providers will be faced with cuts in reimbursement for patient services from government and private payers to help pay for the expanded coverage.
One blonde mom Maryellen Hooper headlines Improv
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 11:31amMaryellen Hooper is cool. She killed performing at Montreal's Just For Laughs Comedy Festival both as a solo artist and as a member of The 3 Blonde Moms. Maryellen has a unique brand of storytel...
What's Cookin' at Callie's Cabin: Superfoods for super moms with TLC
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/11/2012 - 5:00amThis Sunday is Mother's Day - a super special time for moms, grandmothers, and moms of fur kids with four paws like me. This day is a reminder of my mother, a hardworking woman whom is now in pa...
Mom’s Morning Out
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 2:21pmBarton Health invites area Moms to “Mom’s Morning Out” – a special, complimentary event designed for all moms. Join fellow moms in celebration of motherhood on Saturday, May 5 from 10a.m. to 12:30p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College in the Aspen Room. Whether you're a new mom, soccer mom or a mother experiencing an empty nest, this event has been specifically created just for you.
Foodie news | Keep your grocery bill in check for the holidays
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/05/2011 - 9:21amTRUCKEE, Calif. - Though it may be the most wonderful time of the year, the holiday grocery bill often ends up looking less than wonderful. With moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents, in-laws and...
