Nonprofit
Opinion: Working together on traffic and parking at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 5:00pm
The rural mountain lifestyle we all enjoy at Lake Tahoe is not isolated from the major urban areas nearby. On a typical holiday weekend, the Tahoe Basin turns into a recreation thoroughfare as tens of thousands of day and overnight visitors who sustain our local economy drive up from the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and Reno.
Squaw Valley creates nonprofit to mange and distribute millions
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/04/2017 - 12:24am
Squaw Valley has created a nonprofit that will manage and distribute millions of dollars generated from the voluntary project transfer fee related to the approved redevelopment of The Village at Squaw Valley.
Named the Squaw Valley Foundation, a seven member board of directors will soon be selected and it's members will be a mix of local residents and business owners, second homeowners and a public service district appointee.
Letters: Strengthen the South Shore, join Tahoe Women's Community Fund
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/01/2017 - 9:36am
The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund invites you to join our 2018 membership! We are a philanthropic leadership organization dedicated to building and engaging an inclusive and diverse membership of people interested in strengthening our community through the power of collective giving. Plus, through a very generous gift of $100,000 from Ms. Lisa Maloff, we will be matching membership money dollar for dollar, doubling our collective giving power for 2018!
Plates for Powder campaign returns
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/05/2017 - 8:31pm
LAKE TAHOE – Ski season is almost here, and with it returns the popular “Plates for Powder” program. Individuals who purchase a new Lake Tahoe license plate in either California or Nevada can receive free lift tickets to one of eight Lake Tahoe resorts participating in the program. With snow heading to the mountains soon, now is the time to buy a Tahoe license plate so you can ski for free in Tahoe.
Last chance to buy tickets for TWCF dinner honoring local principal
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/29/2017 - 11:20am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Monday is the last day to buy tickets for the Tahoe Women's Community Fund (TWCF) annual Membership Celebration Dinner on Thursday, November 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Harvey's Lake Tahoe.
Ticket sales will close at noon. They can be purchased for $35 HERE.
Public workshops for Medicare open enrollment and 2018 updates
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/24/2017 - 12:07pm
Event Date:
October 31, 2017 - 1:00pm Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15 through December 7, 2017. This enrollment period is one of the few times Medicare beneficiaries can change, enroll into or dis-enroll from, a Part D drug plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (such as an HMO). Changes to plans are effective January 1, 2018.
Halloween Spooktacular - An Ice Skating Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/16/2017 - 7:43am
Event Date:
October 28, 2017 - 2:15pm The Tahoe Figure Skating Club (which is a nonprofit current with the IRS 501-3-c) is sponsoring a Halloween event. There will be $5 skating in costumes (skate rentals included), and an exhibition by local skaters.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena
1176 Rufus Allen Blvd.
United States
38° 56' 27.7836" N, 119° 58' 23.898" W
See map: Google Maps
Tahoe Women's Community Fund Membership Celebration Dinner
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/02/2017 - 8:42pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2017 - 6:00pm
Sierra House Elementary Principal Karin Holmes will be awarded the Woman of Distinction Award at the Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF) annual Membership Celebration Dinner on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Harvey’s Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino.
Regan Beach rededicated with stone memorial
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 7:46pm
They were builders, doctors, lawyers and teachers
Our Dad, he ran the B of A
They were leaders, doers, big picture seers
The biggest picture of all they saw it every day
Mt. Tallac stood vigil
Tahoe lies blue and clear
In meadows the streams ran swift and clean
The way they had for millions of years
They knew they had to protect it
They fought for it those women and men
I'm proud our Dad Tom Regan he was one of them
But there were clear-cutters, dealers, dice-rollers
Passing through try'na turn a quick buck
Tahoe Arts Project celebrates 31 years with membership drive
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2017 - 8:12pm
The Tahoe Arts Project (TAP) is celebrating their 31st year of bringing arts to the South Lake Tahoe community with their annual membership drive. They have a generous donor who will match all donations up to $23,000, and they need your help!
Through fundraising efforts, TAP is working diligently to bring quality performing arts programs into the schools. They are a nonprofit organization and members play a vital role in bringing these performers into the
South Lake Tahoe affordable housing complex receiving upgrades
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/29/2017 - 2:46pm
The residents of a local affordable housing complex are looking forward to a facelift of the place they call home. The Sierra Garden Apartments, located at 1801 Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe, are set to receive a $15 million renovation funded through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and tax-exempt bonds.
TRPA announces top 15 Best in the Basin awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2017 - 5:16pm
he Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) on Wednesday recognized 15 exceptional projects completed in 2016 with Best in Basin awards.
Now in its 27th year, TRPA’s Best in Basin awards program each year showcases projects around the lake that demonstrate exceptional planning, implementation, and compatibility with Tahoe’s natural environment and communities.
Tahoe Arts Project bringing physical theater to the local stage
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2017 - 8:02am
In their 31st year of bringing arts to the South Shore, Tahoe Arts Project starts their new season by presenting Push Physical Theater on Friday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Harrah’s South Shore Room. Don’t miss your opportunity to see these five performers with their intense athleticism, gravity-defying acrobatics, and soulful artistry.
Local Children will be treated to performances by the genre-defining masters of physical storytelling during school assemblies during the week of October 3-6.
Lake Tahoe non-profits invited to apply for $51,000 in grants from American Century Golf
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/21/2017 - 6:06am
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority has opened the 2017 American Century Championship grant period, encouraging South Lake Tahoe non-profits to apply for a portion of $51,000 to be given to the community.
Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar employees volunteer on EpicPromise Day
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/16/2017 - 11:18pm
Employees from Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood Mountain Resorts participated in various conservation and maintenance projects around Lake Tahoe Saturday as part of EpicPromise Week.
Heavenly employees were at South Tahoe Middle School and Sierra House Elementary on South Shore on September working on several different projects, and kirkwood joined Cal Trout in the Kirkwood Meadow.
Governor, senators and others to speak at 2017 Lake Tahoe Summit
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/18/2017 - 12:44pm
Event Date:
August 22, 2017 - 10:00am
California Senator Diane Feinstein is hosting the 21st annual Lake Tahoe Summit on Tuesday, August 22 at Vahalla in the Tallac Historic Site from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The theme for the day is "2017- A Pivotal Point for the Future of Lake Tahoe.”
The event will examine successful restoration projects and ways to address new challenges facing the lake. A key focus will be combating the effects of climate change in the Lake Tahoe basin.
Black Tie Gala for dogs and their humans
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/17/2017 - 11:27pm
Event Date:
September 9, 2017 - 5:30pm
Dawgs on the Run, a South Lake Tahoe non-profit focused on providing educational information and resources for responsible pet care, is holding their inaugural Black Tie Gala on Saturday, September 9 at 5:30 p.m. at Lakeside Beach House.
Dogs are encouraged to come in formal wear for the gala which will feature the awarding of a grant to a selected local dog nonprofit, announcement of the 'Who is The Tahoe Dog?' winner, and contests for dogs including Doggy Karaoke, Peanut Butter Lick, Best Black Tie Wear.
Formal attire for dogs only.
Live Violence Free to celebrate 40 years of serving community with Gala
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/17/2017 - 12:18am
Event Date:
September 15, 2017 - 5:00pm
Who would have known a horseshoe game at TJ’s Peanut Farm (now known as Steamer’s Bar and Grill) in 1977 would so greatly impact a community? It was this game that raised the first dollar to fund an organization that would go on to help thousands of South Lake Tahoe community members affected by domestic violence, including more than 1,000 last year.
As Live Violence Free (LVF,) formerly the SLT Women’s Center, celebrates 40 years of serving the community with its annual Sunset Gala on Sept. 15, board members, staff and volunteers are honoring their predecessors.
El Dorado County Supervisors respond to judge's ruling on Measure E
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 6:49pm
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors today issued the following statement
about El Dorado County Superior Court Judge Warren Stracener’s decision regarding the constitutionality of Measure E, which was passed by voters in June 2016. It enacted or reinstated certain restrictions and policies concerning roads and traffic congestion, especially traffic issues related to new development:
Former Truckee resident charged in scheme that took $1.7M from investors
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 2:37pm
Patrick Slavin, 55, formerly of Truckee, has been accused of being behind an investment scheme that allegedly used at least $1.7 million of investor's money.
Slavin was arraigned in federal court Tuesday on a 21-count indictment charging him with mail and wire fraud for the scheme that he ran from 2008 through 2016, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
Opinion: Shoreline Plan Coming Together – More Work To Do
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/20/2017 - 10:10pm
School is out and summer is in full swing at Lake Tahoe. Visitors and residents are heading to beaches and launching boats, kayaks, and standup paddleboards to get out and enjoy the jewel of the Sierra. Millions of people visit Tahoe each year and the shoreline is where they go to experience its famously cold, clear, blue water.
New trail map released by Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/06/2017 - 9:23am
A new Lake Tahoe bike map has been released by the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition that details the latest trails and points of interest all around the lake with separated bike trails, on-road bike lanes and designated bicycle routes.
The paper map will be available for free at Lake Tahoe area visitor centers and bike shops or can be viewed and downloaded on line www.tahoebike.org/where-to-ride/bike-map/.
Climb Out of the Darkness® event in South Lake Tahoe July 9
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/25/2017 - 5:39pm
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.
Wild Tahoe Weekend: Native species and bird festivals
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/19/2017 - 8:58am
Event Date:
June 24, 2017 (All day)
Get ready for a wild time as the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) and the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) host Wild Tahoe Weekend.
Join them June 24-25, 2017 at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, just three miles north of South Lake Tahoe on Highway 89. Residents and visitors are invited to attend this free family event.
St. Joseph Community Land Trust thanks businesses, invites new members to join
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/02/2017 - 1:01pm
The Board of Directors and membership of St. Joseph Community Land Trust would like to thank Mike Bradford of Lakeside Inn, Jeff and Rosie Cowen, owners of Blue Angel Café, and Gabriela and Rafael Aguirre, proprietors of Margarita’s Mexican Café, for their generous donations of gift certificates to their charming eateries.
Tahoe in Depth released: Issue marks 10th anniversary of Angora Fire
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/01/2017 - 6:29pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has published the summer 2017 edition of Tahoe In Depth, a special issue on “Remembering Angora” to mark the 10-year anniversary of the wildfire this June.
The Angora Fire is the most destructive wildfire in memory at Lake Tahoe. Sparked on June 24, 2007 by an illegal and abandoned campfire, the fire quickly burned 3,100 acres and destroyed 254 homes and structures.
Reception for new South LakeTahoe art gallery at City Hall
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/01/2017 - 6:18pm
Event Date:
June 12, 2017 - 6:00pm
A reception to unveil the new art gallery at City Hall in South lake Tahoe will be held on Monday, June 12 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to this free event.
The City and Tahoe Arts Alliance (TAA) have teamed up on the project which will bring work of local artists to the walls at the entrance of City Hall at the airport. Their art will be rotated throughout the year and all art will be available for purchase.
The new art gallery reception will include a meet and greet with displaying artists and city officials.
Thankful for generous $25,000 donation
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/16/2017 - 10:51am
The Board of Directors of Saint Joseph Community Land Trust wishes to acknowledge a generous donation in the amount of $25,000. This donation is from an anonymous donor through Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation located in Incline Village, Nevada.
Saint Joseph CLT is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families who cannot otherwise afford housing, by acquiring real estate and developing programs to benefit communities in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Tahoe Arts Project Spaghetti Night at Bert's
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2017 - 4:01pm
Event Date:
May 18, 2017 - 5:30pm
Tahoe Arts Project is inviting the community to attend their Bert's Spaghetti Night on May 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The cost is just $10 per person and includes spaghetti, Caesar salad, garlic bread, soda and coffee. There will also be a bake sale and wine available for a donation.
Tickets are available for purchase at Session's Salon at 3320 Sandy Way in South Lake Tahoe, at Bert's Cafe prior to the event (1146 Emerald Bay Rd in SLT) or by calling Tahoe Arts Project at 530.542.3632.
There will be a limited number of tickets available at the door.
Almost 1,500 lbs of trash collected during Clean Tahoe's “Spring Clean”event
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/09/2017 - 11:31am
After the record-breaking winter we experienced in South Lake Tahoe, we also saw record-breaking amounts of litter throughout our community as the snow melted. On Saturday May 6th, 118 volunteers scoured South Tahoe neighborhoods to help clean it up and kick off the summer with a litter-free town. The groups covered fifteen different locations and gathered 1,484 pounds of trash and debris from our environment.
Animal Coalition of Tahoe holding "Bowl For Act"
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 05/07/2017 - 7:05pm
Event Date:
May 10, 2017 - 6:00pm The Animal Coalition of Tahoe (ACT) is holding a fundraiser at Tahoe Bowl to benefit their spay-neuter program on Wednesday, May 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
An entry fee of $20 includes 3 hours of bowling, shoe rental, and one raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets are available for $1.00 each. Spots for teams of 4-6 players are available. Teams must sign up by May 9, call 530-400-4766 or email ACT (info@tahoeanimals.org) for more details.
Sugar Pine Foundation gets musician Jack Johnson's help this summer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 6:17pm
As of 2016, the Sugar Pine Foundation has spearheaded the plating of over 94,000 sugar pine seedlings within 1,696 acres while involving over 6,600 volunteers, and the 2017 season is here.
Help protect Lake Tahoe’s environment
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/23/2017 - 5:40pm
As we celebrate Earth Day this April, let’s remember how important environmental stewardship is to the health of Lake Tahoe, and how important our individual actions are.
Over the last two decades, public, private, and nonprofit partners have made significant progress conserving and restoring Lake Tahoe’s environment through the Environmental Improvement Program.
Barton Memorial Hospital receives three “A’s” for patient safety
Submitted by admin on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 1:15pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – This week the Leap Frog Group, a nonprofit organization committed to driving quality, safety, and transparency in the U.S. health care system, released the new Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. Hospitals nationwide are assigned an A, B, C, D or F letter grade. Barton Memorial Hospital was one of 823 hospitals to receive an “A” for its commitment to reducing errors, infections, and accidents. This is the third consecutive “A” Barton Hospital has received.
Fundraiser for memorial signs to honor fallen Lake Tahoe firefighter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/30/2017 - 9:39am
A stretch of Highway 50 over Echo Summit has been renamed the Firefighter Michael "Mikey" Hallenbeck Memorial Highway, and his family is raising funds to produce and install the signs.
Hallenbeck died fighting the Sierra Fire in August of 2015, near where he worked as a ski life operator. The 21-year-old was also a wildland firefighter for the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.
Windjammers Yacht Club's Annual Chowder Feed and Membership Drive
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/22/2017 - 4:09pm
Event Date:
April 7, 2017 (All day) Are you interested in boating on Lake Tahoe? Would you like to meet other people who enjoy sailing? If so, you're invited to Windjammers Yacht Club Annual Chowder Feed and Membership Drive.
This fun filled event will be held Friday, April 7, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. The dinner meeting features Dr. Ross Groelz's Famous Oyster Stew and Clam Chowder, salad, bread and dessert all for $15. A cash bar with beer and wine will be available.
STHS grad returns with Audio Threat for Tahoe Arts Project performances
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2017 - 3:43pm
Event Date:
March 31, 2017 - 7:00pm
Tahoe Arts Project is presenting a night of music, dancing and drumming when Audio Threat takes the stage at 7:00 p.m. on March 31 at Harrah's Tahoe.
Audio Threat features South Lake Tahoe native, Nikki Grant, Jared Hren and DJ- Dyna “Mic” Duo.
Kudos: Warm Room open house a success
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2017 - 7:16am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. – Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless hosted over 100 people at the second South Lake Tahoe Warm Room Open House event on February 22, 2017. We were proud to honor City Councilwoman Wendy David for her participation in the establishment of the Warm Room. David was facilitator of the Lake Tahoe Collaborative when a committee was established to create a vision and a plan for the Warm Room. Her support through nonprofit collaboration and in her role at the City of South Lake Tahoe has been greatly appreciated by all at TCH who have had the honor to work with her.
Grant proposals being accepted from those serving senior citizens
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/08/2017 - 5:31pm
Friends of Seniors, a fund of the El Dorado Community Foundation, has announced the opening of their 2017 grant process. Friends of Seniors is a dedicated group of local volunteers who work independently during the year to raise funding for programs and services that improve and enhance the quality of life for seniors in El Dorado County.
This year they will be awarding a total of up to $10,000 in grants to El Dorado County nonprofits that support the wellness, life enrichment, dignity and independence of El Dorado County seniors.
World Cup skiing and Celebrity Pro-Am events at Squaw Valley this weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/06/2017 - 1:40pm
With the Audi FIS Ski World Cup women's races at Squaw Valley starting on March 9, several other events will be going on at the North Lake Tahoe resort which include a concert featuring actor Dennis Quaid and his band The Sharks, and a Toyota Celebrity Pro-Am. Skiers participating in the Pro-Am include Quaid, Bret Saberhagen, Ed Begley, Jr., Ben Stiller, Bobby Kennedy, Jr. and Cheryl Hines. They will be joined by former and current U.S.
Find out how to get involved at Helping Hands Volunteer Fair
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 1:21pm
Event Date:
March 15, 2017 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - - In 1977, Live Violence Free was founded by volunteers with a phone booth and a desire to make South Lake Tahoe a safer, happier place to live.
Many other local nonprofits in the area have similar stories of their origin. South Lake Tahoe’s nonprofit and other service organizations were forged out of volunteerism. Dedicated individuals looking to make a difference have laid the foundation for the strong culture of service that exists in our community.
To further this culture, people need to continue to give time and labor back to the community.
Federal disaster loans available for some nonprofits affected by January's storms
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/18/2017 - 7:32pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for some California private nonprofit organizations. The federal government is offering assistance after the severe winter storms, flooding and mudslides hit the state Jan. 3-12, 2017.
The eligible nonprofits must provide essential services of a governmental nature.
2017 Miss Carson City and Miss Douglas County crowned
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 1:51pm
A year can pass very quickly. Just ask Samantha Byassee and Karrina Ferris, who were crowned Miss Carson City and Miss Carson City Outstanding Teen, respectively, in 2016.
One year later, the two reigning local titleholders in the Miss America organization turned their crowns over to the 2017 winners Saturday night on stage in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street in Carson City.
"Savor every moment, because a year will go by so fast," Ferris said in her farewell speech to the waiting contestants.
From South Lake Tahoe to Kenya, Cefalu to open $2 million soap factory
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2017 - 7:07am
From a Chapman dorm room to 12 locations in African countries and now a plan for a soap factory in Kenya, local nonprofit Health 2 Humanity has come a long way in just under three years.
Squaw Valley expands World Cup weekend to include Toyota ProAm
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2017 - 7:57pm
While the top women’s alpine ski racers in the world prepare to descend on Squaw Valley March 10-11 for the Audi FIS Women’s World Cup Giant Slalom and Slalom races, another group of seasoned competitors will also be setting their sights on the California resort with the addition of the Toyota ProAm Ski Challenge to the weekend’s festivities.
Tahoe Arts Project presents 2017 Dancing with the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/19/2017 - 12:36pm
Event Date:
March 4, 2017 - 6:30pm
The anticipated list is out! Tahoe Arts Project (TAP) has announced the participants in the 5th annual Dancing with the Tahoe Stars which will be held on Saturday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. in MontBleu's showroom.
The stars and pros for this special evening:
Betsy Belotti and Rainer Herm
Marimille Dacia and Gerzon Chaves
Alison Ganong and Bob Truesdale
Brooke Hernandez and Alex Kaskie
Cindy Martinez and Rex Kline
Jeff Cowen and Rhonda Keen
John Freidrich and Jodi Patton
Matt Levitt and Robyn Lindner
Chuck Malone and Angela Smith
Austin Sass and Catherine Arens
Opinoin: Passage of Lake Tahoe Restoration Act caps year of progress
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/16/2016 - 4:50pm
Four years ago this month, TRPA approved the 2012 Regional Plan. The landmark plan charts a course to restore Lake Tahoe’s environment and revitalize our communities and it was forged through Herculean work by California, Nevada, local governments, the public, and dozens of other partners.
Many Tahoe Basin stakeholders once questioned if we could work together, but the Regional Plan ushered in an era of collaboration. Today, the answer is how can we work together more efficiently. By building and strengthening partnerships we have made remarkable progress. This year was no different.
Some of $500k in Nevada Commision on Tourism grants headed to South Shore
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/15/2016 - 11:45pm
Grant funds in the amount of $504,230 were awarded to agencies and groups across rural Nevada to be used to develop, promote and improve tourism to and within the State of Nevada, and some is headed to the South Shore.
The Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority (LTVA) was one of 27 in the Reno-Tahoe Territory to get a portion of $132,295 awarded to the area.
LTVA is getting $6,000 for digital advertising and social media for the AMGEN Women's Cycling Race and a $15,000 grant to promote events through the purchase of
South Lake Tahoe art gallery has international and local impact
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/11/2016 - 12:20pm
Most people who drive through South Lake Tahoe know Marcus Ashley Gallery by the large wind sculptures outside their Village Center location near Stateline, but a step inside shows so much more.
Museum quality, limited editions, world famous artists, and "wow" are just a few words that come to mind as one enters the doors at the gallery. Each turn treats the eye with beauty and wonder, and anticipation what is around the next bend.
Opinion: Hot chocolate run turns into mission to help homeless in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/08/2016 - 3:23pm
She wasn't crying, but she wasn't exactly not crying, either. We were about to get an early season storm, a typical hot-to-cold pattern, and I had been looking out the window waiting on rain to become snow. My wife had gone to the grocery store, and I wanted to know what had upset the hot chocolate run. An elderly homeless couple had been rummaging through a dumpster in the parking lot. They were literally freezing, threadbare clothes wet and icing over.
