Ribbon Cutting ceremony

New Sierra Boulevard officially unveiled with ribbon cutting ceremony

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Almost six months after work on the rehabilitation of Sierra Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe began, an official ceremony dedicating its reopening was held Thursday.

"The Sierra Boulevard project is more than just a road project," said SLT Mayor Brooke Laine. "It is a quality of life project. Its completion brings more than a half-mile of bike and walking trails to this area."

Sierra Boulevard to reopen with ribbon cutting ceremony

Update: The City of South Lake Tahoe has moved the ribbon-cutting ceremony to October 31 from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. due to weather delays.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Five months of work on the .6 mile, $6 million Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets project will wrap up on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, with a ribbon-cutting and celebration, starting at 11:00 a.m.

Ribbon cutting welcomes Chase Bank to the South Lake Tahoe community

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The third area branch of Chase Bank has opened in South Lake Tahoe and they were officially welcomed to the community during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday.

"Congratulations, thank you to Chase for being a part of the community," said Jason Drew of the Tahoe Chamber. "It is incredible to see you opening and being part of the revitalization."

Drew was joined by Chamber CEO Steve Teshara and a couple dozen of their members and other locals.

$5.8M Lisa Maloff University Center celebrated with grand opening

A new chapter for Lake Tahoe Community College started Thursday, 32 years after ground broke on the South Lake Tahoe campus, moving the school from an old motel into a new home on Al Tahoe Blvd. Construction is now complete on the $5.8M Lisa Maloff University Center and the doors are open, ready to welcome students enrolled in upper division classes with Sierra Nevada College, Brandman University and Washington State.

On August 16, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to officially open the center, located adjacent to Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC).

Ribbon cutting ceremony welcomes Chariot to the community

Chariot, the new microtransit service in South Lake Tahoe, was officially welcomed to the community Tuesday during a Tahoe Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony with representatives from the League to Save Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, the City of South Lake Tahoe and chamber members.

Grand opening of Robert Maloff Center in South Lake Tahoe

The doors are now officially open at the 26,000 square foot state-of-the-art Robert Maloff Center, home to the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness.

During a ribbon cutting ceremony at the South Lake Tahoe facility Thursday, July 12, Lisa Maloff was honored for her $10 million donation in her late husband's name that made the dream to improve community health and well-being of others a reality.

Lake Tahoe Alexworx to celebrate grand opening of second location

Lake Tahoe AleWorX will celebrate the grand opening of its Stateline Taproom on Thursday, June 28, beginning at 6:00 p.m. This it the second location for AleWorX and owner Luca Genasci and the taproom features self-serve beer and wine, wood-fired pizza, a full bar highlighting a selection of craft cocktails and live music on the patio.

Ribbon cutting ceremony for Tahoe Pourhouse

Event Date: 
May 18, 2018 - 4:00pm

The Tahoe Pourhouse is now open to the public. Lead by Chef Mark Davis, Chef Edwin Winslow and Scott Strong, the self-serve wine bar and restaurant held its soft opening on May 6, and will host a ribbon cutting celebration with the Tahoe Chamber on May 18 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. to kick-off a weekend of grand opening festivities.

Community hub brings together services for families in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
February 1, 2018 - 10:30am

A Community Hub will be opening up in South Lake Tahoe, connecting families to resources in one place that will enable them to be healthy and caring in a learning and growing environment.

The Community Hubs will offer classes, groups, and activities for families with children ages 0-18 and are staffed by a team of family engagement, literacy and health specialists.

Lake Tahoe Boys and Girls Club treated to end of summer party

South Lake Tahoe philanthropist Lisa Maloff treated the kids who attend the Lake Tahoe Boys and Girls Club (BGCLTG) to an end of summer party Friday. She loved being with the kids during the recent ribbon cutting ceremony the club had for her, and she wanted to continue the fun.

Kids say "thank you" to Lisa Maloff for vehicle donations

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - When local philanthropist Lisa Maloff found out the Lake Tahoe Boys & Girls Club was without truck after the South Shore facility lost it in a crash, she generously donated money for its replacement.

On Thursday, August 10, the kids and staff of the club thanked Lisa with a ribbon cutting ceremony and large "thank you" poster, along with ribbons in Lisa's favorite color, pink.

Tahoe Mountain Lab celebrates grand opening of Heavenly workspace

A day at the office at Tahoe Mountain Lab's new location next to the tram at Heavenly Mountain Resort is far from punching a time card and staring at the walls of a cubicle.

Instead, skis or snowboards are required, and when one takes their eyes off their work, they see snow covered slopes and fabulous lake views before heading out for a run or two, or three.

A different type of highway now links Monterey and Lake Tahoe

DRIVETHEARC, a corridor of electric vehicle (EV) fast charging stations spanning from Monterey to Lake Tahoe, broke ground today with a ribbon cutting ceremony in El Dorado Hills, Calif.

The new EV travel highway is the result of an agreement between the State of California and New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), Japan's largest public research and development company.

Also in this partnership is the Nissan Motor Co., Nissan North America, Kanematsu and EVgo.

Public invited to ceremony marking end of Sierra Tract erosion control project

Event Date: 
October 28, 2016 - 10:30am

The public is invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony that will celebrate the completion of the Sierra Tract Phase 3-4 of their erosion control project on Friday, October 28 at 10:30 a.m. on the corner of Palmira Ave. and River Dr.

An underground low impact stormwater system has been created to treat runoff and remove pollution (primarily fine sediment) from developed roadways, commercial, and residential land uses that discharge directly into the Upper Truckee River and
eventually Lake Tahoe.

Generation Green teens build new boardwalk at Taylor Creek

A new boardwalk on the Taylor Creek Rainbow Trail was officially opened on Friday as Generation Green celebrated the results of their labor with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The 100 foot boardwalk replaces an often flooded path around the popular stream profile chamber, a path further weakened by beavers boring underneath what used to be full of asphalt.

William Hill opens new sportsbook inside MontBleu Resort

Just in the time for the biggest sports betting weekend of the year, MontBleu Resort on the South Shore has a new William Hill sportsbook. They had a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday to welcome customers and celebrate the new operation.

MontBleu became the latest location to offer a sportsbook operated by the international company which is based in England. There are 104 other locations in Nevada including the operations at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe.

Gardnerville restaurateur celebrates expansion to the South Shore

Event Date: 
November 3, 2015 - 4:00pm

Asiago's Pizzeria and Deli has been on the South Shore since June, and owner Mike Fayer is going to celebrate their successful first few months with a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Tahoe Chamber.

The public is invited to join them for samples of their specialties on November 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the restaurant located next to Sushi Pier at 195 Highway 50 #105 Stateline, Nev.

Posh Finds marks one year in business with celebration

Event Date: 
October 30, 2015 - 4:00pm

Posh Finds will celebrate its one-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, October 30. Since opening in 2014, the clothing store has filled a need in the South Shore community for gently used women’s clothing and accessories. The ribbon cutting provides an opportunity for the community to check out this locally owned store and shop for the winter season.

Owned and operated by Krystal Garcia, Posh Finds offers a range of stylish clothing that is gently used and gentle on your wallet. Posh Finds was born out of Garcia’s interest in affordable fashion.

Tahoe Valley Campground celebrates 40th anniversary with party

Event Date: 
October 22, 2015 - 3:00pm

As the camping season of 2015 draws to an end, Tahoe Valley Campground will celebrate over 40 years in business with a Tahoe Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony, barbecue and horseshoe tournament on October 22 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The community is invited to attend.

“We are very proud to celebrate another successful summer here at Tahoe Valley Campground,” Resort Manager Duane Jakob said. “We are so happy to be part of this community for the past 40 years and look forward to the future as the South Shore continues to be a world renowned destination.”

Meyers connects to South Lake Tahoe with Class 1 bike trail

The final portion of the Class 1 bike trail network between Meyers and South Lake Tahoe was formally opened Wednesday with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Members of the El Dorado County project team were on hand along with current Area 5 Supervisor Sue Novasel and former Supervisor Norma Santiago. Partner agency staff were also there to celebrate the completion.

Big Brothers Big Sisters ribbon cutting at Tahoe Mountain Lab

Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Dorado County (BBBS) has served at-risk children since 1977, primarily on the Western Slope. On October 15, 2015, BBBS will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to announce the expansion of their programs into South Lake Tahoe.

The ceremony will take place from 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Tahoe Mountain Lab located at 1048 Ski Run Blvd. The owners of Tahoe Mountain Lab, David and Jamie Orr, have generously donated the space to BBBS for meeting purposes. David was previously a “Little” and considers this an opportunity to “give back” to his community.

Ribbon cutting ceremony for newest South Lake Tahoe bike path

Event Date: 
October 14, 2015 - 3:00pm

The newest multi-use trail connecting Lake Tahoe Blvd and Highway 50 will officially open with a dedication ceremony at 3 p.m. on October 14.

District Five County Supervisor Sue Novasel, the communities of South Lake Tahoe and Meyers and the Transportation Division of the County of El Dorado's Community Development Agency invite all interested parties to a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the final connection of the Class 1 bicycle and multi-use path network connecting the communities of Meyers and South Lake Tahoe.

Facts about Saturday's South Lake Tahoe 50th Anniversary Parade

More than 100 vehicles and floats will be in Saturday's parade that will be celebrating the City of South Lake Tahoe's 50th anniversary. Along with the moving entries there will also be 500 people walking along the route.

Route for City's 50th Parade changed so it leads to "Party in the Park"

The route of the City of South Lake Tahoe's 50th Anniversary Parade on Saturday, September 19 has changed direction so it will lead to Bijou Park for the grand opening of the Bijou Bike Park.

So far there are 85 entries in the parade along with over 300 walkers joining in the festivities. The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the 'Y' and will proceed East on Highway 50, turn right onto Al Tahoe Blvd. and end at Bijou Community Park where the city will officially open and dedicate the Bijou Bike Park with a “Party at the Park.”

Zephyr Fire Crew gets a permanent home

The Zephyr Fire Crew no longer has to call the old landfill on Upper Kingsbury Grade's Logging Road Lane as their home. The Tahoe Douglas Fire Department's wildland fire/fuels reduction team was officially welcomed into new digs with an open house this week. The Tahoe Chamber was on hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony, but it wasn't any normal ribbon. Zephyr Fire crew members cut through a wooden ribbon with a chainsaw.

Tahoe Douglas Zephyr Fire Crew celebrates new home with Open House

Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District recently purchased new crew facility Station #22, which will act as quarters for the Tahoe Douglas Zephyr Crew. The public is invited to tour the new facility and celebrate the Tahoe Douglas Zephyr Crew on Tuesday, July 28 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tahoe Chamber will officiate a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

South Lake Tahoe Little League's Opening Day festivities snowed out

Event Date: 
May 2, 2015 - 9:00am

A late season snow caused the South Tahoe Little League's opening ceremonies to be delayed one week.

The same schedule will be followed on Saturday, May 2 at the South Tahoe Little League Complex located on Rufus Allen Blvd.

Opening Day for South Tahoe Little League Saturday

Event Date: 
April 25, 2015 - 9:00am

An Opening Day celebration is planned at the South Tahoe Little League Complex this Saturday, April 25th. A parade and ribbon cutting ceremony are planned prior to the start of scheduled games. The parade will start on the street next to the South Tahoe Middle School tennis courts at 9:00 a.m. with a planned parade path to follow Lyons Avenue to Rufus Allen, and into the major’s field by way of the snack shack entrance. Parking will not be available at South Tahoe Middle School due to the eWaste collection event. Parking is available along Rufus Allen Blvd.

Two South Lake Tahoe financial advisors form new partnership

Event Date: 
February 11, 2015 - 4:00pm

Nicholas Abelow, a South Tahoe High graduate, has been named partner at Abelow, Pratt & Associates, LLP. He will be partnered with long time local financial advisor Roger Pratt.

To celebrate the new partnership, the Tahoe Chamber will have a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 4 p.m. There will be a cocktail party to follow until 6 p.m. at the office which is located at 595 Tahoe Keys Blvd Suite A-4 in South Lake Tahoe,

H & R Block holding an Open House at the South Lake Tahoe office

Event Date: 
January 20, 2015 - 12:00pm

Need help with your taxes because of all the new tax code this year? Worried you won't remember to take all the deductions you need? South Lake Tahoe's H & R Block can help, and to show you how they are holding an Open House on Tuesday, January 20 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

A ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the new season and new office will be held with the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) at 4 pm.

Hard Rock Lake Tahoe making big plans for their Grand Opening January 28

Event Date: 
January 28, 2015 - 7:45pm

Instead of a traditional ribbon cutting ceremony, the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on the South Shore will celebrate with a grand ice guitar smashing.

South Lake Tahoe's Harrison Avenue project officially dedicated

Driving by Harrison Avenue in South Lake Tahoe shows what dedication, perseverance and teamwork can do.

Ceremony to celebrate opening of new bike path segment

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

If you've driven past South Tahoe High School in the last month you've most likely noticed a new bike trail heading from Lake Tahoe Blvd and Viking Way, through the forest to Sawmill Pond.

This new segment of bike trail, which is part of the Lake Tahoe Blvd Enhancement Project, will help to connect Meyers to the City of South Lake Tahoe.

City to hold ribbon cutting ceremony for Harrison Avenue Streetscape Project

Event Date: 
November 13, 2014 - 12:00pm

Harrison Avenue has been transformed and the City of South Lake Tahoe is going to recognize its success with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 13.

The improvements along Harrison Avenue have given the Al Tahoe neighborhood and Highway 50 a whole new look, welcoming those walking and biking through as well as those driving by.

Celebrate with the city at the noon cutting ceremony in the new parking lot adjacent to the Tahoe Daily Tribune office on Harrison Avenue.

This event is open to everyone.

Completion of Bijou Erosion Project celebrated in South Lake Tahoe

If you've driven through the Bijou area of South Lake Tahoe over the last couple of years you know that it's been undergoing a major stormwater treatment transformation with the replacement of pipes and the addition of water treatment chambers.

The City of South Lake Tahoe held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, celebrating the near completion of the project which is treating stormwater runoff from 42 acres within the Bijou Commercial Core area, preventing 21,000 pounds of fine sediment particles from reaching Lake Tahoe each year.

Ceremony to be held for completion of South Lake Tahoe Bike Trail rehabilitation project

Event Date: 
September 19, 2014 - 12:00pm

Bike trails in South Lake Tahoe received rehabilitation this summer with $250,000 of funds from Measure R. Trails inside city limits received new paving and are open and ready to ride. Planned restoration of the trails over bridges at Trout Creek and Upper Truckee Meadow are not completed yet and expected to be done this fall.

Kudos: Bijou Community School's NEW PLAYGROUND

The Bijou Community Playground represents a community effort and shows what we can do when we all come together and each do a little. "Many hands make for light work" is a true phenomenon here at Bijou School. Since 2007, with the inception of the Two Way Immersion program, and our forced volunteering program, the parents, staff and community members have consistently been spending time, funds, and those blood, sweat and tears we always talk about at this school. The new playground, as well as the field and park behind it, is a tangible representation of the volunteer force here at Bijou.

Bijou Community School playground ribbon cutting ceremony

Event Date: 
August 22, 2014 - 2:00pm

Bijou Community School PTA is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new playground that was built thanks to the generous donations of a multitude of community members, businesses, and foundations. This project has been the epitome of a community effort with over 40 donors helping the school's PTA raise over $100,000.

We wish to thank:

-Bijou Students and Families who raised over $36,000 at last year's walkathon;
-Harrah's/Harveys Lake Tahoe
-Edgewood Co.
-American Century
-Vail Resorts (ECHO)
-Salesforce
-Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation
-June Taylor

Grand Opening for South Lake Tahoe toy store, Tahoe Toys and Treasures

Event Date: 
August 8, 2014 - 11:00am

Tahoe Toys and Treasure invites the community to celebrate the opening of their new business with a ribbon cutting ceremony with TahoeChamber on August 8 at 11 a.m.. Owner France Carreau invites parents and their children to check out her new store and meet special guest Gumby. The first 30 children to visit the store will receive special door prizes.

Bike trails in South Lake Tahoe getting $725,000 facelift

Class 1 bike trails on the south shore are undergoing a month long rehabilitation project which includes new pavement, striping, two new bridge deckings and new signage.

2.6 miles of existing trails that were installed over 20 years ago are seeing new life thanks to a $250,000 contribution through Measure R funds and $475,452 grant funding through Caltrans Bicycle Transportation Authority.

Get Electric at Pedego’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Event Date: 
July 25, 2014 - 4:00pm

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Pedego Electric Bikes is celebrating the summer with an open house and ribbon cutting officiated by TahoeChamber. If you have yet to check out the innovative bikes offered by Pedego, stop by their location next to the new Chateau at 4 p.m. on July 25.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Heavenly Valley Zip Lines and Ropes Courses

Heavenly Valley had a ribbon cutting ceremony at the top of the Gondola on Thursday, celebrating the opening of their new summer activities.

These activities have created 120 new jobs in the area and increase Heavenly’s development as a summer destination for families and fun-seekers. Heavenly opens for summer operations Friday, June 13, and will open a third new ropes challenge course, Boulder Cove Challenge Course, on June 27.

RIbbon Cutting at Welcome Home Shoppe, Gifts & Decor

Event Date: 
June 4, 2014 - 4:00pm

The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce will have a ribbon cutting at the new South Lake Tahoe business, Welcome Home Shoppe Gifts & Decor on June 4 at 4 p.m.

The shop features unique gifts and home decor.

The ribbon cutting ceremony will feature wine and appetizers. Welcome Home will pay the sales tax on any items purchased at the time.

The new boutique is located in the log cabin at 2777 Lake Tahoe Blvd (in front of Tahoe Keys Cafe and adjacent to the car wash).

World Spay Day Celebrated at Lake Tahoe Humane Society Open House

Event Date: 
February 25, 2014 - 3:00pm

The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and the SPCA will celebrate "World Spay Day" with an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony on February 25 at 3 p.m.

The public is invited to attend and learn about spay and neutering, meet their teams and mascot Hopeful Henry. There will be raffles, food and a TahoeChamber ribbon cutting at the offices which are located at 870 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe.

New South Lake Tahoe Restaurant Delivery Service Debuted at Chamber Luncheon

A new delivery service in town debuted their company at a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 11 at the TahoeChamber conference room. Tahoe Restaurant Delivery & More invited guests to try their vendor's various menu items during a buffet style luncheon which included sushi, sandwiches, cookies and noodle dishes and more.

Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Tahoe Restaurant Delivery and More

Event Date: 
February 11, 2014 - 11:00am

The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce is having a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 11 for Tahoe Restaurant Delivery & More. The 11 am ceremony will highlight the delivery service and showcase their vendor's menus as well as have samples on hand.

The vendors include Beach Hut Deli, Overland Meat & Seafood, Natural Foods Bakery, Yama Noodles and Sno-Flake Drive In.

Youth Sports and Recreation Opens in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
January 30, 2014 - 5:30pm

Youth Sports and Recreation is a new business on lower Kingsbury Grade on the south shore of Lake Tahoe. The TahoeChamber will be celebrating their opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on January 30 at 5:30 pm.

It is a place for kids to get fit and have fun with a focus on engaging the brain and body in their fitness programs by utilizing functional fitness with a variety of state-of-the-art activities and techniques.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Pamela's Pilates

Event Date: 
January 25, 2014 - 4:00pm

Pamela’s Pilates will celebrate their recent expansion with a grand reopening and ribbon cutting on Saturday, January 25 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The ribbon cutting will take place at 4:30 p.m.

Guests will have the opportunity to test the studio's newest Pilates equipment while enjoying music from Incline Village’s Paul David and the Drivers, and food provided by the Simple Bliss Vegan Cafe.

There will be exclusive packages available to those in attendance as well as instruction on Stott Pilates, meet the studio's instructors Pamela and
Jordyn.

Dog Agility Park Opening Celebrated by Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The City of South Lake Tahoe and the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) worked in partnership to install several pieces of custom dog agility equipment at Bijou Park. A Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held on Sunday, September 22nd to celebrate the opening of the Bijou Dog Agility Park.

Every Dog Has It's Day and in Tahoe it's Sunday!

Event Date: 
September 22, 2013 - 1:00pm

It may not look like it today, but by Sunday the Bijou Dog Park Agility Course will have its grand opening. The official ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 1 pm on Sunday at Bijou Community Park.

The South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) has worked for over a year to move this course from a dream into a reality.

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