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Record Store Day at Keynote Used Records and Books
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/25/2020 - 7:49amEvent Date:
September 26, 2020 - 11:00am
Browse the Make Tahoe Records "Freshly Groomed Vinyl" pop-up racks at Keynote Used Records and Books to find your favorite new band during their next event on Saturday, September 26 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
There will be new releases from independent alternative artists for you to explore.
During their last pop-up day, Al Nichol, one of the original and long-term members of The Turtles played with local singer Park Kinnear, so who knows will stop by this time?
Look for special Record Store Day releases and browse the extensive used records and books of Keynote.
Yvonne McGrath - "Sound and Vision" show and fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 6:00amEvent Date:
August 8, 2020 - 10:00am
Please join Make Tahoe Records at Scott Forrest Fine Art Studio for The Art and Music of Yvonne McGrath in the premiere of “Sound and Vision”, a series of introductions to the work of visual artists and the reciprocal connections of music and their art. In the spirit of reciprocity, a portion of the proceeds from sales of Yvonne McGrath’s work and vinyl from the Make Tahoe Records pop-up exhibit will be donated to the Tahoe Art League as part of the “Saturday Show of Support” series.
Saturday Show of Support series continues at Scott Forrest Fine Art Studio
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 5:17pmEvent Date:
August 1, 2020 - 10:00am
Please join Make Tahoe Records at Scott Forrest Fine Art Studio on Saturday, August 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for The Art and Music of Yvonne McGrath in the premiere of “Sound and Vision.” This is a series of introductions to the work of visual artists and the reciprocal connections of music and their art.
In the spirit of reciprocity, a portion of the proceeds from sales of Yvonne McGrath’s work and vinyl from the Make Tahoe Records pop-up exhibit will be donated to the Tahoe Art League as part of the “Saturday Show of Support” series.
Second live-stream Tahoe Supports Tahoe concert to raise funds for Tahoe Magic
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 11:31amEvent Date:
May 6, 2020 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With a growing need in the community, Tahoe Magic is hosting its second live-streamed concert to raise funds that will go directly back into the community.
On Wednesday, May 6, Lake Tahoe musicians are coming together again to raise money for Tahoe families in crisis because of the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdown.
In the second live stream concert hosted by Tahoe Supports Tahoe, more than a half-dozen musicians will perform from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Performers include:
Jesse Dunn and Jenni Charles of Dead Winter Carpenters
Live stream benefit concert to aid South Lake Tahoe residents in need
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 11:39amEvent Date:
April 15, 2020 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Eight leading Lake Tahoe area musicians will perform in a live stream benefit concert this Wednesday, April 15 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to raise money for emergency assistance to South Shore families during the COVID-19 shutdown.
Among those performing at the Tahoe Supports Tahoe concert: Chad Lawrence and Martin Bush of South Tahoe Funk Union; Chris Seal of Bison; Annie Davidson, singer and songwriter; Eric Smith, recording artist at Edgetone Records.
Slightly Stoopid announced for Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 3:05pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Slightly Stoopid is making a return to the 2020 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Supporting the headliners are the popular alt/reggae-rock band Pepper, the American/Hawaiian reggae band from Orange County, Common Kings, and legendary Jamaican reggae singer (and former member of Black Uhuru) Don Carlos. The lineup is full of great reggae and reggae-fusion music.
Bob Dylan returns to Lake Tahoe for concert after 10 year absence
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 2:31pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Bob Dylan, Nobel Prize laureate and one of the most influential singer/songwriters of the modern era, has announced a stop at the 2020 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harvey's Outdoor Arean on Friday, June 12, at 7:00 p.m.
Not only will it be the legendary Dylan and his band on the stage, but also coming are the energetic rock band and hit-makers Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats and the popular hot jazz and western swing trio Hot Club of Cowtown.
Snowshoe Thompson Ski & Snowshoe event celebrates 20 years
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/29/2020 - 12:08pmEvent Date:
March 7, 2020 - 9:00am
The 20th Annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski & Snowshoe Celebration returns once again to the Sierra on Saturday, March 7 at 9:00 am, at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe.
Snow or no snow, event activities begin with a guided tour starting at 9:30 am with Norwegian native and longboard ski expert Nina MacLeod, who will also give a longboard ski demonstration if sufficient snow is present. Attendees should bring their own snowshoes and cross country skis.
Old Dominion Tour stopping off on the South Shore with singer Andy Grammer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 1:47pmSTATELINE, Nev. - Old Dominion fans are excited about the news released today about their 2020 tour....they will be at the Lake Tahoe at Harvey's Outdoor Arena on July 17. The pop-country group's U.S. leg of their We Are Old Dominion Tour is set to launch in May.
Their opening act in Lake Tahoe will be singer, songwriter Andy Grammer.
Tahoe Arts Project to hold free public concert
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/10/2020 - 12:42amEvent Date:
January 31, 2020 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Arts Project is bringing the musical Williams brothers to the South Shore for a week of concerts for local school children that will cumulate in a free community concert on Friday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theatre.
The epic giveaways on KRLT with Ricky, Howie and Lisa - $120,000 and counting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/06/2019 - 1:57amLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - What do you get when you mix two angels with a comic on morning radio in Lake Tahoe? Daily cash giveaways that can turn an ordinary day into something magical.
It started on November 7, 2018. Ricky Reich, a local man who has become known as "The Angel of Tahoe's Guardian," walked into the studios of KRLT-FM on Kingsbury Grade in Stateline, Nevada. He had been listening to Howie Nave's Morning Rush shown on the station and wanted to pay homage to Lisa Maloff, the Angel of Tahoe.
Pajamas welcome at 2nd annual Lake Tahoe Ed Foundation's Breakfast for Dinner
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 7:44pmEvent Date:
December 5, 2019 - 4:30pm
A new holiday tradition is being offered by the Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation at their 2nd annual Breakfast for Dinner at Ernie's Coffee Shop on Thursday, December 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are available from any foundation board member (Nicole Bergner, Virginia Berry, Jerry Bindel, Chris Campion, Melinda Choy, Bob Comlossy, Beth Delacour, Tyler Fair, Micelle Feeney, Karen Goldberg, Brian Hogan, Ivone Larson, Matt Lucksinger, Joe Marzocco, Greg Ochoa, Cinnamon Pakes, Jeanette Riva, Kelly Shanahan, Harold Singer, Kathy Strain, and Belen Urratia).
A Genoa Evening with Historic Characters Snowshoe Thompson, Lillian Virgin and Anna Harris
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 1:00pm
Event Date:
November 23, 2019 - 5:00pm Chautauqua characters Snowshoe Thompson, Lillian Virgin and Anna Harris return to Genoa on Saturday, November 23 at 5:00 pm, at the Genoa Town Hall.
This Chautauqua event features Genoa residents of the past. Chautauquans include Steve Hale as Snowshoe Thompson, the legendary “Mailman of the Sierra”, Kim Harris as Lillian Virgin, the originator of the Genoa Candy Dance and DebiLynn Smith as Anna Harris, early Genoa pioneer business owner.
Location
Genoa Town Hall
2287 Main Street, Genoa, NV 89411
United States
See map: Google Maps
SnowGlobe 2019 adds ZHU to their lineup
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 11:09pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Right on the heels of the release of his new single "Came For The Low," Zhu has been added to the MTV SnowGlobe 2019 lineup in South Lake Tahoe. The three-day outdoor music festival will be in town December 29-31.
Steven Zhu is a Chinese American musician and singer who has been active since the beginning of 2014.
Other acts coming to SnowGlobe:
SKRILLEX
FISHER
GIGANTIC NGHTMRE
GRIZ
LOUIS THE CHILD
TCHAMI X MALAA
VINCE STAPLES
E-40
SUPERDUPERKYLE
WHETHAN
CLOZEE
KASBO
TWO FEET
SG LEWIS
DOMINIC FIKE
A-TRAK
DOJA CAT
DROELOE
ELOHIM
It happened - Ms. Heidel not only meets Duran Duran, she's brought on stage!
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2019 - 4:23pmDreams really do come true.
A life-long dream came true for South Tahoe High English teacher Bridey Heidel when she met Simon LeBon of Duran Duran on Friday night during their outdoor concert at Harveys. Not only did see meet him during a personal one-on-one back stage before the concert, she was also brought on stage for hugs, holding hands, a kiss on the cheek, and a song.
"I feel like I'm going to explode," said Bridey after meeting LeBon and waiting to go on stage. She had just spent time with him in the backstage sitting room, getting to chat with the lead singer and others.
Meeting Duran Duran next week the goal of beloved South Lake Tahoe teacher
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 2:42pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sure, everyone has their celebrity crushes when growing up, but meeting Duran Duran is so much more than that for South Tahoe High teacher Bridey Thelen Heidel.
Many have followed her journey to meet Duran Duran and lead singer Simon Le Bon. In August of 2015, we carried her story to gain the notice of comedienne Ellen DeGeneres so she could go to her show and meet Le Bon and the band.
Review: Million Dollar Quartet makes a splash at Sand Harbor
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 2:46pmIf you have any love for early Rock’n Roll, Rockabilly, 1950’s Country R&B, or just love good music and having fun, get online right now and buy a ticket to Million Dollar Quartet playing at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor from now until August 25th. The Festival, which for the last few years has countered their brilliantly staged Shakespeare performances with well-timed and entertaining musical revues running in reparatory, has found progressive success with the nostalgic performances of supremely talented actor/musicians who transport the audiences back in time.
Trailer for 'Top Gun: Maverick' released, scenes filmed at Lake Tahoe and in the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/18/2019 - 4:07pmThe movie trailer for "Top Gun: Maverick" where segments of the production were filmed at Lake Tahoe, was released Thursday by Paramount Pictures.
"Top Gun: Maverick" is the sequel to 1986's blockbuster "Top Gun." In true dramatic fashion, the trailer builds up the story of the Tom Cruise character Maverick as the new flight instructor of the Top Gun school.
See the trailer here or below.
Tony Romo stays on top of the leaderboard at American Century Golf in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 9:54pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. = Former Dallas Cowboy's quarterback Tony Romo is one round of golf away from being the back-to-back champion at the 30th annual American Century Golf Championship.
He shot a 70 on each of the first two days of the tournament at Edgewood Tahoe, but the tournament uses Modified Stableford scoring, given Romo at 51.
South Lake Tahoe native to sing anthem at S.F. Giants game on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 12:06amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Those attending League to Save Lake Tahoe night at the San Francisco Giants game Saturday will have a special treat, even before the first pitch is thrown.
20-year-old Aurora Gooch from South Lake Tahoe will open the game by singing the national anthem.
Many in town already know of the talented Aurora through her starring roles on the South Tahoe High Theatre stage, by hearing her sing at the school's football and basketball games, and years of Miss Marcia Sarosik Dance Studio recitals.
Justin Timberlake heading to Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 12:03pmAfter missing last year, pop music superstar Justin Timberlake has just been added to the field of celebrities heading to Lake Tahoe July 9-14 for the 30th annual American Century Championship.
His addition has amped up the celebrity wattage at the annual golf tournament that will also see Steph Curry, Tony Romo, Charles Barkley and Aaron Rodgers among the 90 sports and entertainment personalities. Athletes include 16 Hall of Famers and 22 active players – among them nine All-Stars – as well as an impressive list of actors and comedians.
Old West Trio and local musicians headline events at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 3:41pm
Event Date:
June 15, 2019 - 11:00am The Old West Trio returns to the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park this coming week in an evening concert, while two local musicians are featured at the park’s upcoming Neighbor Fair, an event highlighting Carson Valley’s non-profit organizations.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Duran Duran to play at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/13/2019 - 10:48amBritish pop/rock superstars Duran Duran are coming to Lake Tahoe for the 2019 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Friday, Sept. 13.
At the dawn of the ‘80s, a group of young men in Birmingham, England had a sound in their ears - one with echoes of glam, art-pop and dance. The band they formed quickly became a household name and, four decades later, Duran Duran have sold over 100 million records, had 18 American hit singles, 20 UK Top 20 tunes and continue to perform to huge concert audiences around the world.
Fiachra O'Regan & Sophie Lavoie - Celtic Music Series
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 3:46pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2019 - 7:00pm The Sophie & Fiachra Trio are headed to Carson City, Nevada for a concert on May 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center.
They are a group of “musiciens sans frontières who refuse to let the Atlantic sunder their love of their own and one another’s Irish and Québecois musical traditions”.
Location
Brewery Arts Center
449 W King St
Carson, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
2019 Hooters International Pageant featuring country star Lee Brice at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 2:35pmSTATELINE, Nev. – Country star Lee Brice is heading to Lake Tahoe as part of the 23rd annual Hooters International Pageant on Thursday, June 20 at the 2019 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series in the Harveys Outdoor Arena.
Women around the country have been participating in local pageants, all to win a spot at the big event in Lake Tahoe.
Viewing the pageant and concert are open to the public and tickets are on sale now.
STPUD starts process to raise water and sewer rates
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 11:20pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) will start the process to raise water service rates by up to six percent and sewer rates by up to five percent in order to start replacing aging pipes and providing improved fire flow throughout their service area. If fully implemented, this increase would fuel an $81.5M capital improvement program for sewer improvements, and $70M for water system improvements, especially fire flow projects.
Jackson Browne returns to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 8:39amLAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Jackson Browne returns to the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Saturday, August 10 at 8:00 p.m.
The legendary singer/songwriter last performed at the popular Tahoe venue in 2015 and is the seventh act to book at the popular outdoor arena this summer.
'Breakfast for Dinner' fundraiser for Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 1:22amEvent Date:
December 4, 2018 - 4:30pm
The Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation is holding their first "Breakfast For Dinner" on Tuesday, December 4 at Ernie's in South Lake Tahoe from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Come in your pajamas and enjoy while raising money for local schools and students.
"Dinner" includes Ernie's famous French toast with bacon or sausage and a beverage. A full order is $10 and a half order is just $5. There will also be hot chocolate and a mimosa bar available for an additional donation, so be sure to bring cash.
Mike Beck in Concert at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/12/2018 - 2:47pm
Event Date:
August 16, 2018 - 6:30pm Singer and song writer Mike Beck will bring Western Americana music to Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park at 6:30 pm, Thursday, August 16.
Mike Beck is an engaging acoustic solo artist who performs in the United States and Europe. Beck is a regularly featured performer at The National Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering. He has seven albums with original songs that have been recognized as some of the finest compositions on Western Americana.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
38° 56' 28.2588" N, 119° 46' 46.3872" W
See map: Google Maps
Luke Bryan keeps Lake Tahoe audience on their feet
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/27/2018 - 10:19pmFrom before the very first note, country superstar Luke Bryan had the large crowd at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena on their feet Wednesday night, and they never sat down.
Bryan stopped by the South Shore as part of his "What Makes You Country Tour" July 25 on the outdoor stage at Harveys. The personable and talented entertainer engaged the audience throughout the show, highlighting birthdays and getting them to sing along.
He sang "Strip it Down," joking with the audience that it was the status of his gambling at the casinos, down, down, down.
Pitbull show at Harvey's outdoor arena a non-stop dance party
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/14/2018 - 9:06amEntertainer Pitbull made his first visit to Lake Tahoe a memorable one for the thousands of fans who danced the night away as the rapper, singer, actor, producer performed hit and hit on Friday night at the Harveys Outdoor Arena for the latest of the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series.
Pitbull, or "Mr. Worldwide" as he is also known, swaggered onto the stage in a way only he can and from the first beat everyone was out of their seat and they never sat again.
Review: Solid Gold Soul at Harrah's Tahoe a winner
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/09/2018 - 12:00amSome of favorite music in college included hits by Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, the Isley Brothers, the Commodores, Donna Summer and others who were part of the "Motown Sound."
I recently enjoyed a delightful trip down memory lane in the showroom at Harrah's Tahoe during their hit summer-long show, Solid Gold Soul, which is a bit of glamour, glitter and a whole lot of talent.
Florence and the Machine latest to sign on at Lake Tahoe outdoor venue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/15/2018 - 6:00amFlorence and the Machine, an English indie rock band, are headed to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey's on Thursday, August 9.
The band, who formed in London in 2007, consist of vocalist Florence Welch, keyboardist Isabella Summers, and a collaboration of other artists. Their fourth studio album, High as Hope, is set to be released at the end of June.
Presale tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show go on sale Wednesday, May 16 and general public sales start Friday the 18th.
Also this summer at the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena:
Amgen cyclists "racing" local celebrity Howie Nave
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 5:21pmLauren Hall and Lauretta Hanson with the UnitedHealthcare Pro Cycling team will be “racing” local radio host Howie Nave on the bike path at Kahle Meadow trailhead to Nevada Beach on Wednesday, May 9. They’ll meet for coffee at Clydes Coffee Roasting Co at 10:00 a.m. and will take off around 11:00 a.m. Public, media, cycling enthusiasts, community members, businesses are welcome to mingle for coffee as well as join them for a fun race/bike ride to the beach.
Amy Schumer and Friends heading to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 10:37pmThe 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena has added the hilarious comedian and actress Amy Schumer to their lineup. Amy and Friends will be on the stage Sunday, August 12 at 8:00 p.m. Amy’s “Friends” are yet to be announced and tickets will be $62 to $132.
Also this summer at the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena:
Southern California-based band Slightly Stoopid will return to the South Shore to kick-off the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Saturday, June 16 at 5:00 p.m.
Janet Jackson heading to Lake Tahoe for summer concert
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 6:59pmGrammy award winning music superstar Janet Jackson has been added to the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena lineup.
An Evening With Janet Jackson on Friday, August 10 will be part of her State of the World Tour. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $69.50 to $149.50.
“Jackson managed to expertly pull off an all-stops stadium pop show while still imbuing the affair with plenty of her own idiosyncratic personality,” said Variety on Jackson's new tour, and USA Today added, “Yep, the iconic choreography still holds up.”
The Scorpions headed to Lake Tahoe outdoor concert series
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 11:42amThe lineup for the annual Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena is filling up. The latest acts to sign on are the venerable German hard rock and heavy metal band Scorpions with their opening act, Queensryche, on Friday night, Aug. 31. Tickets are $69.50 to $149.50.
The rest of the concerts to date:
Southern California-based band Slightly Stoopid will return to the South Shore to kick-off the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Saturday, June 16 at 5:00 p.m.
Pitbull to headline at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert venue during Celebrity Golf
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/21/2018 - 4:09pmRapper, singer, actor and producer Pitbull will perform at the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Friday evening, July 13. This will be the highlight concert for the 29th annual American Century Celebrity Golf Championship.
Pitbull's real name is Armando Christian Pérez and he will be at the United Nations in New York City on March 22, World Water Day, to be named Clean Water Here Ambassador.
Tickets for the 7:00 p.m. show will be $59.50 to $149.50.
The Landing in South Lake Tahoe sold to Maryland based hospitality company
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/08/2018 - 1:15pmThe Landing in South Lake Tahoe has been sold to DiamondRock Hospitality Company, a real estate investment trust that owns 28 other premium hotels and resorts gateway cities and destination resorts throughout North America and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
This purchase now gives DiamondRock four resorts in California including the Hotel Rex in San Francisco and the Westin San Diego. The Landing will be added to their portfolio which also includes L'Auberge de Sedona in Arizona, Vail Marriott Mountain Resort & Spa and several other Marriott and Westin properties.
Robert Plant and the Sensational Shape Shifters headed to Lake Tahoe with Los Lobos
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/05/2018 - 2:55pmMusic icon Robert Plant is bringing his Carry Fire tour to the lake on June 23, 2018 at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys. He will be performing with his band, The Sensational Space Shifters. Los Lobos will be their opening act.
The English singer, songwriter, and musician is best known as the lead singer and lyricist of the rock band Led Zeppelin. He formed The Sensational Space Shifters in 2012 and since then they have toured and released albums, the latest of which is Carry Fire.
South Lake Tahoe florist changes hands
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/09/2018 - 1:20amThe Enchanted Florist in South Lake Tahoe now has a new owner, long time local Karen Estes.
Owners Jeri and Noboru Oishi owned the popular flower shop on Emerald Bay Road for 16 years and handed over the keys to Estes on February 1, 2018.
"I love anything flowers," said Estes who had operated an online and corner market, Karen's Flower Stand.
Amgen Tour of California routes announced
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/08/2018 - 10:48amThe 2018 Amgen Tour of California has announced their race routes, giving cycling fans time to plot our their roadside viewing points.
The Women's Stage 2 and Men’s Stage 6 at South Lake Tahoe will both include iconic vistas, stunning lake views, highest summit in race history at Luther Pass, and the grueling Daggett Pass along Kingsbury Grade state Route 207 on May 18.
Keith Urban headed to Lake Tahoe for outdoor summer concert series
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/18/2018 - 1:06pmCountry music superstar Keith Urban will be stopping by the South Shore this summer during the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena.
He and Kelsea Ballerini, an American country pop singer and songwriter, will stop by during Urban's "GRAFFITI U" tour with two shows, July 21 and 22. Tickets for the 7:00 p.m. show will be from $59.50 to $139.50.
Urban announced Wednesday the new tour "GRAFFITI U" dates that will coincide with his new album of the same name.
Almost local "Joyzu" hits the main stage at SnowGlobe Sunday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/29/2017 - 2:50pmIt won't be a far drive for friends and family of Joyzu when they head to South Lake Tahoe on New Year's Eve to watch the El Dorado Hills pair perform on the main state at SnowGlobe.
Carson Willms and Quinton Pope started playing music together while at Oakridge High, and continued their hobby when they both went away to college...Willms to Sacramento State and Pope to University of Colorado. That hobby is now their passion, and their business, as they release more songs and gather more fans of their unique genre.
Spotlight on You: Angela Zajic and Rah Hair Studio
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/15/2017 - 1:47amA South Lake Tahoe hair salon is gaining attention from around the country because of their specialized wedding hair services, and its all because of Rah Hair Salon's owner Angelia Zajic and her team of eight stylists.
Zajic, a South Lake Tahoe native and a graduate of Whittell High School, opened Rah in 2009 after working at New Wave and in the Aveda Salon at MontBleu. It was her experience with Aveda that led Angela to creating a spa-like atmosphere at the studio which is located at 2572 Lake Tahoe Blvd #4.
Labor Day weekend in Lake Tahoe full of activities to replace fireworks
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/16/2017 - 2:29pmWith the cancellation of the 19-year long tradition of fireworks over Labor Day in South Lake Tahoe due to budget constraints, the Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority and other local businesses have pulled together to present a full menu of things to do on the South Shore from a laser light show to concerts and a carnival.
Linkin Park cancels Lake Tahoe concert after death of lead singer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 7:01pmAs fans around the globe try to come to grips with the death of Chester Bennington, Linkin Park has canceled their American Tour which included a stop in Lake Tahoe at the Harvey's Outdoor Concert Arena on September 1.
"We are incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of Chester Bennington," Live Nation, the tour's promoter, said in a statement Friday. "The Linkin Park One More Light North American Tour has been canceled and refunds are available at point of purchase. Our thoughts go out to all those affected.”
Tee times for Thursday's American Century Celebrity-Am Tournament
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/12/2017 - 11:31pmThe American Century celebrity-amateur tournament begins at Edgewood Tahoe on Thursday, July 13 at 8:00 a.m. with a shotgun start. On the first hole will be Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors, who was in Los Angeles Wednesday evening to accept an ESPY award with his teammates for "Best Team."
8:00 a.m. group:
Hole 1A
STEPHEN CURRY
NBA MVP: Golden State Warriors
Jonathan Thomas Kunio Watanabe
Andy Saperstein David Lockton
Hole 1B
ALEX SMITH
NFL Quarterback: Kansas City Chiefs
Peter Cieszko Patrick Maggitti
Hole 2
CARSON PALMER
Quarterback: Arizona Cardinals
American Century Celebrity-Am Tournament pairings for July 11
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 11:24pmThe 28th annual American Century Golf Championship gets underway at Edgewood Tahoe on Tuesday, July 11. There is an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start for the celebrities and their amateur partners.
Here is the pairings sheet (start tee and players, celebrities are in caps):
1A - ROGER CLEMENS, Jay Ledford, Mark Feder, Mike Durkin, Bob Lovell
1B - BRET SABERHAGEN, Tom Jenkin, Wil Gustafson, Jeff McDaniel, Robert Masuda
2 - STERLING SHARPE, John Koster, James Chan, Peter Kazanas, Richard Conner
3A - MARK RYPIEN, Wayne Walters, Jeffrey Erickson, Matt Anfinson, David Larson
Justin Timberlake returns to Tahoe to play in American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/08/2017 - 1:07pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Justin Timberlake is returning to Lake Tahoe for his third consecutive year playing in the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe. The singer/actor was an instant crowd favorite in his first year, and continued to be fan favorite in 2016.
Timberlake, an avid golfer, has a 4-handicap. Besides singing, acting, being a husband and father, he is also known for his philanthropic endeavors.