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Ski Club still sliding after 50 years!

Event Date: 
December 6, 2014 (All day)

Zephyr Cove Ski Club is a non-profit organization of parent volunteers who enjoy working with youth in the community to help them learn how to ski and snowboard with the help and skills of Heavenly Ski School. ZCSC is associated with Douglas County Parks and Recreation and the Douglas County School District. Our purpose is to provide an affordable, fun and safe skiing and snowboarding experience for the children of our community.

Give the gift of life at the Tahoe Douglas Fire District blood drive

Event Date: 
November 20, 2014 - 12:00pm

The Tahoe Douglas Fire District is holding a community blood drive on Thursday, November 20 from noon to 5:30 p.m. at the fire station located at 193 Elk Point Drive in Round Hill.

Celebrate the season by giving the best way you can, with life.

The process is made easier with on line registration and appointment scheduling on the United Blood Services website.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.

The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore.

10/11
11:57 a.m. - Skyline Drive - GRAND THEFT. ITEMS REPORTED STOLEN OUT OF UNLOCKED VEHICLE.

12:09 p.m. - Memory Lane - GRAND THEFT. A 61 YEAR OLD MAN REPORTED A THEFT OF $995 IN CURRENCY VIA A TELEPHONE SCAM. A REPORT WAS GENERATED AND FORWARDED TO DETECTIVES AND THE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR INFORMATION.

LTCC’s Avalanche Workshop a One-Of-A-Kind Tahoe Event

Event Date: 
October 18, 2014 - 9:00am

Backcountry explorers, wilderness leaders, ski resort employees and search and rescue personnel: prepare for the winter season by attending the California Avalanche Workshop at Lake Tahoe Community College on Saturday, October 18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Board/Aspen Room. This is a rare opportunity to hear forecasters from all of the California avalanche centers speak and answer questions. In addition, ski guides, pro skiers, snow scientists, and avalanche survivors will present their findings.

Annual Holiday Parade

Event Date: 
December 13, 2014 - 3:00pm

Would you like to take part in the 3rd Annual Holiday Parade in South Lake Tahoe? Entries are now being accepted for this fun event which will take place on Saturday, December 13 at 3 p.m.

The parade route will begin at Ski Run Blvd and make it's way down Highway 50 to the Y.

All profits will go to the local food pantry, Christmas Cheer, who feeds approximately 1,000 families a month.

Families and businesses are welcome to participate for a fee of $50 per entry. Scout and school groups can participate for free though registration is still required.

Voter registration forms due by October 23 to be eligible to vote November 4

There are less than two weeks left for Californians to register to vote on the November 4 election day. In order to be eligible to vote, one must be 18, a U.S. citizen, are not in prison or on parole for conviction of a felony, or have not been ruled mentally incompetent to vote by the courts.

Color Blast 5k Run/Walk in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday

Event Date: 
October 11, 2014 - 9:00am

Tahoe Youth and Family Services is holding their Color Blast Run this Saturday at Lake Tahoe Community College. This fun, fundraiser is a 5k walk/run around the LTCC campus, and it's not just any 5k walk/run! Participants get doused with color around the course so when they cross the finish line they're covered from head to toe in color!

The original run was postponed to October 11 due to unhealthy air in September from the King Fire. This weekend will be a great fall day for the event and it's not too late to sign up.

Search and rescue groups from around the world gather in South Lake Tahoe

More than 28 countries will be represented in South Lake Tahoe as the region becomes host for the International Commission for Alpine Rescue's annual conference.

For the first time in its 66 year history, the International Commission for Alpine Rescue (IKAR) will be coming to the USA for its annual Congress. Hosted by the US Mountain Rescue Association, the event will be held at Harvey’s Resort and Casino, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

Douglas County Search and Rescue (SAR) is helping the host put on the conference which includes local hiking and tourist activities.

League to Save Lake Tahoe holds their 57th Annual Members Meeting in San Francisco

Members of the League to Save Lake Tahoe are invited to join us for their 57th annual members meeting at Fort Mason in San Francisco on October 9 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The California Secretary for Natural Resources John Laird will be the keynote speaker during the event.

10th Annual Mutt Strut Poker Run in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
October 12, 2014 - 11:00am

It's always a lot of fun for dogs and their owners to take part in one of South Lake Tahoe's favorite events, the Mutt Strut Poker Run. Join the Animal Coalition of Tahoe as they put on the 10th annual event on Sunday, October 12.

Walk with your dog along a lakefront route, play poker and try to win a host of prizes. There will be raffles, music, games and fun for two and four
legged friends.

One hand is $10, three are $20, or get two hands and a T-Shirt for $30 with advance purchase.

Three hands for $25 on the day of the event.

Tahoe Arts Project looking for vendors for annual holiday faire

Tahoe Arts Project has announced the return of their Holiday Festival! The 3rd annual event will be held for two days this year, November 15 and 16.

They are looking for crafters and artists, from beginner to professionals. All items must be handmade and no imports will be allowed.

Booth prices are $100 for a 10 x 10 booth space with no additional commission fees charged. There are also have 6 x 7 booth spaces available for $75. Booth Fee's are for BOTH days, making it affordable when compared to other events.

Donate blood in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday

Event Date: 
September 25, 2014 - 12:00pm

Inventories of some blood types have taken a dip in recent weeks and are needed in the community. United Blood Services watches their inventories closely to ensure they have the necessary blood products on the shelf for people in our community in need of a blood transfusion for elective and trauma surgeries and other serious medical conditions.

They are holding a blood drive at the Tahoe Douglas Fire Department at 193 Elks Point R on Thursday, September 25 from noon to 5 p.m. to help fill those shelves with blood.

Free admission to the 25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show in South Lake Tahoe

Air show officials have decided to drop the $10 entrance fee and offer free admission to all attendees for the 25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show this Saturday, September 20th from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Tahoe Valley Airport in South Lake Tahoe.

Last year's air show was canceled due to heavy smoke from the Rim Fire. Officials are monitoring the King Fire's smoke and movement, but at this time there are no flight closures and the aerial performances and all on ground activities are still going to occur.

This year’s show which will includes:

25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show

The 25th annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California is scheduled for this Saturday, September 20, 2014. The Lake in the Sky Air Show has been described as “the best in the west” by one of its many professional aerial participants.

This year’s show which will includes:

Aerial Performances by Jon Melby, Bill Cornick, Spencer Suderman and Carl Liepold
Static Displays
Two World War II aircraft will be on display and will do a Fly-By during the Show. The aircraft are the F6F Hellcat and The Japanese Zero
the Cash Only Band

Voters can now stay on top of issues and find out election news on Chamber website

The November elections are just 7 weeks away and the Tahoe Chamber has added tools to their website for local voters to stay informed.

The deadline to register to vote in California is 15 days before Election Day and 31 days before Election Day in Nevada if registering by mail. This resource is courtesy of a partnership between CalChamber and BiPacin an effort to increase voter registration, participation and knowledge of issues affecting voters’ communities.

The 12th Annual Kids' Fishing Derby on September 21

Event Date: 
September 21, 2014 - 7:00am

The South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge is hosting the 12TH Annual Kids' Fishing Derby on Sunday, September 21, at Tahoe Paradise’s Lake Baron. The Derby is FREE to all children under the age of 16. Registration begins at 7:00 am at Lake Baron, near the main entrance. Hot Dogs, Chips, Sodas, and water are provided FREE to all registered children. The event wraps up at 3:00 p.m.

Location

Lake Baron
1011 E. San Bernadino South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States

Tahoe Tourism, Technology + Marketing Workshop Set for November

Event Date: 
November 6, 2014 - 8:30am

Learn the Latest in Analytics, Email Marketing and Social Media Best Practices at the Annual Tahoe Tourism, Technology + Marketing Workshop on November 6.

From blogs to social media, online video to location based services, there is an enormous volume of technologies facing marketing executives today. Understanding where and how they fit into a marketing strategy can be confusing, even overwhelming.

Location

Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States

New guidance and planning program at LTCC helps keep students on track

Guidance and Planning for Success, or as it's known on campus, GPS, is a new state mandated program that requires all students at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) to complete a new student orientation, take Math and English assessment tests so they are placed in courses that match their needs, and to work one-on-one with an LTCC counselor on a personalized Educational Plan prior to enrollment.

GPS is required for both new and returning students.

Water issue expert to speak in Lake Tahoe

The Sierra Business Council is hosting Peak Innovation, a conference for Lake Tahoe locals, small business owners, communities and local governments. During the conference, Dr. Peter Gleick, an expert in water issues especially in the context of economic and environmental justice, will be at the conference which takes place October 8-10 in Tahoe City. In a National Geographic science blog, Gleick recently repeated the common question, “Why, if the California drought is so bad, has the response been so tepid?”

Tahoe Kid's Triathlon to feature athletes 3 to 13 years old

Event Date: 
August 24, 2014 (All day)

Kids from the ages of 3 to 13 will be participating in Sunday's Triathlon in South Lake Tahoe. Each athlete will be swimming, biking and running in the area of the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center. Parents can help the kids in the Pee Wee group (3 to 6) only.

Distances depend on age, as listed below.

3 to 6 year olds:
25 yard swim (flotation device and parents okay)
1 mile bike ride (okay for parents to accompany)
.3 mile run (okay for parents to accompany)

50 yard swim
3 mile bike ride
1 mile run

10 to 13 year olds:
100 yard swim
5 mile bike ride
7 to 9 year olds:

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report for South Lake Tahoe

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.

The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore.

7/11
1:22 a.m. - Prospector Trail: A 21 YEAR OLD WOMAN WAS ARRESTED FOR DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
12:10 p.m. - Cherry Hills Circle: SUSPECT, A 40 YEAR OLD WOMAN, ASSAULTED THE VICTIM, A 55 YEAR OLD MAN, WITH A "BALL CHUCKER", A PLASTIC DEVICE USED TO THROW A TENNIS BALL.

7/12
3:03 a.m. - Oaxaco Street: A REPORT OF NOISE DISTURBANCE FROM VACATION RENTAL.

Early Registration Rates now Available for the SMG Tahoe, Tourism, Technology + Marketing Workshop

Event Date: 
November 6, 2014 - 8:30am

Does your business have a mobile strategy? Do you understand how to integrate technology programs into your existing marketing plan? Or know how to best measure your social media programs?

Location

Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
United States

Peak Innovation Conference for all Lake Tahoe business owners and community leaders

Event Date: 
October 8, 2014 (All day)

Sustainable business leaders, entrepreneurs, active residents, acclaimed writers and science gurus will gather for Sierra Business Council’s 20th anniversary conference. “Peak Innovation – The Next 20 Years” will be held at Granlibakken in Tahoe City from October 8-10. Peak Innovation brings together thought leaders and practitioners who are designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions to challenging social and environmental issues.

Hot August Nights cruising into South Lake Tahoe

More than 400 classic cars are headed into South Lake Tahoe this weekend as part of the annual Hot August Nights celebrations. Cars lining the street with their hoods up, rumbling engines, the sounds of rock and roll, cruising and fun vendors will been seen on the south shore Friday and Saturday, July 25 and 26.

Specialized yoga classes for M.S. patients in South Lake Tahoe

It has been shown that people who suffer from the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) find relief in yoga due to it's emphasis on relaxation, breathing and deliberate movements.

Yoga classes to assist in relief from the symptoms of MS are now available for free in South Lake Tahoe at the Pilates Studio Lake Tahoe.

Kindergarten, middle school and high school registration for South Lake Tahoe schools in August

Registration for kindergarten at South Lake Tahoe schools will be held on August 4th. South Tahoe Middle School registration for new students will be held on August 12 and for new students at South Tahoe High August 11-14.

The first day of school is August 25th.

Tahoe Youth & Family Services hosts Color Blast Run In Genoa July 26

Event Date: 
July 26, 2014 - 9:00am

The inaugural Color Blast run with Tahoe Youth & Family Services in South Lake Tahoe last year lived up to it's name if you ask participants as "it was a blast!"

The agency is holding their first Genoa Color Blast fun run on Saturday, July 26th, 2014. This fundraiser will directly benefit TYFS programs and services for youth and families in the South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County communities.

Northstar California presents iconic, Fourth Annual Tahoe Trail 100

Event Date: 
July 19, 2014 - 7:00am

Endurance mountain bikers will compete in the Tahoe Trail 100-Kilometer Race at Northstar California Resort Saturday, July 19 – all vying to qualify for the legendary challenge of the Leadville Trail 100-mile mountain bike race in August, which stretches through 100 miles of technical Colorado terrain.

Tahoe Trail 100

Gene Upshaw Memorial Golf Classic Brings Out the Stars July 13-14

Event Date: 
July 13, 2014 - 9:00am

NFL Hall of Fame members Marcus Allen and Mike Haynes will join Cy Young winner Vida Blue and other sports stars at the 6th Annual Gene Upshaw Memorial Golf Classic at Gray's Crossing in Truckee July 13 to 14.

The tournament is held to pay tribute to Hall of Famer and former Oakland Raider and Lake Tahoe resident Gene Upshaw and raise funds for cancer programs and traumatic brain injuries. Upshaw golfed often at the American Century Celebrity Golf Tournament in South Lake Tahoe before his sudden death from pancreatic cancer in 2008, just 3 days after being diagnosed.

Discount Tickets Available For Sample the Sierra until August 1

Early registration for Sample the Sierra, Lake Tahoe’s only farm to fork festival, is open until August 1. Early bird tickets at a discounted rate of $30 per person are available until August 1. Tickets will be $40 per person after August 1 through August 31. Early bird tickets may be purchased on www.samplethesierra.com.

Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Offers Summer Fun for Kids

Over 120 kids have taken advantage of the summer programs at the Boys and Girls Club in South Lake Tahoe. They started the summer off with a bang with a plethora of activities in the first week. They went swimming at the recreation center, enjoyed ice hockey, spent time building paddleboards, went ice skating, had drama club, golf club and bmx club, Jr Staff program, beach trips, trout creek, water day, soccer, sewing, and many more fun activities.

There are still opening available but they are going quickly.

Summer Registration Fees

Race the Lake of the Sky Stand Up Paddle Event in South Lake Tahoe For All Ages

The 3rd Annual Race the Lake of the Sky hits the waters of South Lake Tahoe this weekend.

Started in 2012 by South Tahoe Stand Up Paddle, Race the Lake of the Sky is a premiere flat-water SUP race and was dubbed the top pick for the best stand up paddle event of the year in 2013 by pro SUP athlete Anthony Vela. The event offers a stunning location as the backdrop in drawing hundreds of participants, novice and elite alike. Various races include short course. They wrap it all up with a 14 mile race to Emerald Bay and Back on Sunday.

SATURDAY June 28th, 2014

South Lake Tahoe's Race the Lake of the Sky Attracts Top Stand Up Paddle Boarders

Event Date: 
June 28, 2014 (All day)

The 3rd Annual Race the Lake of the Sky hits the beach and waters off of Lake Tahoe June 28th and June 29th at Lakeview Commons/El Dorado Beach in South Lake Tahoe.

Stay Informed in Lake Tahoe: Sign up For El Dorado County Emergency Alert System

Summer is on it’s way and with it comes the risk of wildland fires. Already throughout the State many lives and homes have been in danger due to wildland fires. If your home, or the home of someone you care for is at risk, will you be notified? Have you registered for emergency notifications through the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO), Office of Emergency Services (OES), Emergency Notification System? If not, now is the time to do so. The system sends out individual alerts about public health and public safety emergencies affecting specific geographical areas.

Fun Options for Kids During the Summer: Boys & Girls Club Programs

We all know that kids can't wait to get out of school, but by July they may be getting a bit bored. Or, perhaps you're wondering where your kids can going and be safe while having fun during your work day.

Leadership Lake Tahoe Holds Public Summit on Saturday

You can still buy tickets to the Inaugural Elevate Your View Leadership Lake Tahoe Summit on Saturday, May 10. This one-day conference is meant to raise awareness and empower our community to improve the future of Lake Tahoe.

Leadership Lake Tahoe is a Tahoe Chamber sponsored group that give participants one year

SLT DMV Reschedules Remodeling; Closing For Two Days

The South Lake Tahoe office of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) was scheduled to close last month for renovations, but due to stormy weather they postponed the project. The DMV announced today that they will be closing the office for two days in May to replace the carpet.

They are alerting local customers that their office, located at 3344 Lake Tahoe Blvd #B, will be closing for renovations on Friday, May 9, 2014, at 12 p.m.

South Lake Tahoe Kindergarten Registration Held May 5 - May 9

Registration for South Lake Tahoe kindergarten and transitional kindergarten will be held May 5th through May 9th.

Children must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2014. Children who turn 5 between September 2 and December 2, 2014 are eligible for transitional kindergarten.

California Law requires that:
1. You bring child's birth certificate;
2. You bring proof of immunizations, which includes the Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B and for
most children - the last booster shot. Children will not be enrolled in school without presenting an

NFL, MLB Greats and Winter Olympic Stars Tee it Up for 6th Annual Gene Upshaw Memorial Golf CLassic

Gene Upshaw’s legacy has reached far beyond his stellar NFL playing career and his years as the leader of the NFL Players Association. It has touched a community in Truckee/North Lake Tahoe where a state of the art cancer center bears his name.

South Lake Tahoe DMV to Close for Renovations

Time to get all of your DMV paperwork turned into the South Lake Tahoe office! They will be closing for renovations at noon on Wednesday, March 26 and reopening on Tuesday, April 1.

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is alerting local customers that the office, located at 3344 South Lake Tahoe Blvd #B will be closed so to plan ahead.

2014 Nevada Bicycle and Pedestrian Summit to Highlight Alternative Transportation

Pedestrian and bicycle transportation and safety will be among the topics at the 12th annual Nevada Bicycle and Pedestrian Summit, scheduled for March 11 and 12 at the Atlantis Casino Resort in Reno.

Developed to augment statewide bicycle and pedestrian resources, the summit will provide the latest information on bicycle tourism, facility planning and design, safety, enforcement and education initiatives, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, as well as Safe Routes to School program information.

Polar Bear Plunge into Lake Tahoe for Christmas Cheer

Event Date: 
February 16, 2014 - 12:00pm

The Tahoe Keys Polar Bear Plunge is Feb. 16. People will be taking to the water at 356 Ala Wai. Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe at noon.

Registration and check in is from 10-11:30am.

This is a fundraiser for Christmas Cheer. For more info, email ltpolarbear@yahoo.com or call 800.916.0900.

Inaugural 'GONE BONKERS' Kids Ski Race at Snowfest 2014

Event Date: 
March 2, 2014 - 1:00pm

Talk about the March Madness: the inaugural “Gone Bonkers” Kids Ski and Snowboard Race, March 2, features a top-to-bottom race over Granlibakken Conference Center & Lodge ski area's natural terrain, complete with gates for kids 5 to 12.

It’s all part of North Lake Tahoe's 2014 SnowFest, a 10-day winter madness festival, Feb. 28- March 9.

Douglas County Sheriff's Log

Crime log excerpts from the Douglas County Nevada Sheriff's Department, Lake Tahoe Subdivision

Highlighted Reports

1/11 - A purse stolen from a slot machine area at Harrah's Tahoe led to the arrest of Eric Beaman and Marcus Tillman on an assortment of charges including possession of stolen property, possession of a controlled substance, possession of hypodermic needles and conspiracy to commit a crime.

Lake Tahoe Community College Offers a Learn Spanish Abroad Program

Lake Tahoe Community College is offering interested students an opportunity to learn Spanish in Guatemala this coming summer. The program is open to anyone who is at least 18 years of age, and participants do not have to be current LTCC students. All levels of Spanish language learners are welcome to experience the program.

Granlibakken to Host the Annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Conference

Event Date: 
November 9, 2013 - 8:00am

Everything from Yoga to plastic surgery to food and fitness will be covered during the Annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Weekend at Granlibakken Lodge & Conference Center November 9-10. Speakers, women's health professionals, authors and others will present on a myriad of topics concerning women and their health.

Free "Healthy Aging" Series Coming to South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
October 21, 2013 - 1:00pm

The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency and Active Aging program are presenting a free educational series in South Lake Tahoe. The series will give instruction and support to persons aged 60 years and older and to their family members and friends. The classes will be held on Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. beginning October 21 through November 25, 2013 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel (formerly Embassy Suites), located at 4130 South Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe. The classes will be held as follows:

Win A Epic Pass For Skiing 26 Resorts Around the World in One Season

This season Vail Resorts announced that the Epic Pass now includes 26 mountains in four countries. And now Vail Resorts is calling all globetrotting, Epic Pass-holding, die-hard skiers and snowboarders for The Epic Race – a season-long competition to visit all 26 resorts spread across four countries that make up the Epic Pass. The first 10 people to complete the race will receive an Epic Pass for life.

Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day at the Tahoe Paradise Park in Meyers

Event Date: 
September 28, 2013 - 9:00am

Take part in the 16th Annual Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day on Saturday, September 28 from 9 am to 2 pm at Tahoe Paradise Park (1011 E. San Bernardino Ave, next to Tahoe Paradise Park).

Tahoe Tri Club Creates Three Reasons To Get Out and Run

Tahoe Tri Club has teamed up with the City of South Lake Tahoe to host three family races in a new series called “Run Through The Holidays.” The three races will be themed to match each of the holidays coming up this fall. The events will infuse fitness and fun into what can often be a stressful time of year. The holiday season is a time to spend with family and create memories, and this is just one more way to do that.

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