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Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra's virtual Elegant Evening a success
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/21/2020 - 9:04am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many nonprofits have had to cancel their fundraisers due to the coronavirus, but the ladies of the Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club in South Lake Tahoe weren't going to let the virus stop them.
Their 31t annual Elegant Evening was slated to be held at Harrah's Tahoe on April 18 with a sit-down dinner, live music, and dancing, raffle, and auction. The venue closed and restrictions on meeting in groups of over 10 people were created, so what do you do with an event that brings together 500 community members?
Move it online, of course.
Kudos: Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra thanks Elegant Evening supporters
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 8:09pm
Dear Community, The sold-out 30th annual Elegant Evening 2019 at Harrah’s Tahoe was a huge success and that was due to the generosity of businesses and friends near and far. We are beyond thrilled that our special appeal for Challenge Day was met and exceeded!
5th annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/25/2018 - 1:22pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 02 2018 .
December 1, 2018 (All day)
December 2, 2018 (All day)
The fifth annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar will be held at The Landing on December 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on December 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Local entrepreneurs, artisans and the community are being connected to support the concept of shopping locally while making change globally. A portion of proceeds from the event will be donated to Zawadisha, a social enterprise founded in Lake Tahoe by Jen Gurecki and Julie Lowe. Zawadisha will invest the funds from the event into their leadership and business training program for rural Kenyan women.
Tahoe Women's Community Fund to honor two locals during Membership Celebration Dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/18/2018 - 9:13pm
The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF) will be celebrating two local women during their annual Membership Celebration Dinner on Tuesday, October 30, 2018, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Tahoe Beach Retreat. Tickets are on sale now for $35 each and can be purchased online at tahoewomenscommunityfund.org.
Everyone is welcome to attend, and it is the perfect opportunity to get to know the organization if you are not already a member.
Letter: Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra club thanks all who made Elegant Evening a success
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 1:57pm
Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra’s Elegant Evening 2018 at Harrah’s Tahoe was a huge success and that was due to the generosity of businesses and friends both near and far.
Thank you to all who attended this fun, entertaining and worthwhile event and those that donated to enable our support of the many programs and organizations we assist. As always, all money raised is invested into schools, scholarships, community projects, youth, and services both locally and globally. (www.sitahoesierra.org) .t
Zawadisha's annual Holiday Bazaar Saturday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/30/2016 - 6:22pm
Event Date:
December 3, 2016 - 10:00am
Zawadisha's annual Holiday Bazaar returns this holiday season on Saturday, December 3 at the Blue Angel Cafe in South Lake Tahoe from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Knock out some of your holiday shopping while adding meaning to your gift by not only shopping local, but helping rural Kenyan women.
A portion of proceeds from this event allow Zawadisha to give small loans to rural Kenyan women for items with big impact like solar lamps, clean cook stoves, and water tanks. Stop by their table at the event to learn more.
Women as Change Makers Summit
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/11/2016 - 10:00pm
Event Date:
October 21, 2016 (All day) A one-day summit celebrating the women* of Reno - Lake Tahoe - Truckee. Women As Change Makers (WACM) is designed to provide women with the tools, knowledge, and network to take their business or career to the next level. Become inspired through the collective synergy of women. Leave enlivened with new skills and new friends.
WACM is an annual event benefiting Zawadisha, a local social enterprise whose mission is to provide small loans to Kenyan women to help finance their livelihoods. WACM is a bridge that connects the two communities we call home.
Location
Whitney Peak Hotel
255 N. Virginia Hotel
Reno, Nevada 89501
United States
36° 58' 36.4476" N, 82° 34' 51.4452" W
See map: Google Maps
Change the world while shopping at Zawadisha Bazaar in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/30/2015 - 7:43pm
Event Date:
December 5, 2015 - 10:00am
Zawadisha's annual Holiday Bazaar is back again, and this time in a new location. Join them at the Blue Angel Cafe on Saturday, December 5 to knock out your holiday shopping while helping to change the world at the same time. The event will be held in the loft upstairs at the restaurant located at 1132 Ski Run Blvd. from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Entrance is free and all ages are welcome.
Women as Change Makers : Building community from the ground up
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/25/2015 - 7:39pm
Event Date:
October 2, 2015 (All day)
Join Zawadisha and influential women from around the Tahoe/Truckee/Reno region on October 2 as they cultivate self-reliance, creativity, and collaboration to catalyze intentional change.
This full-day event overlooking Lake Tahoe will provide you with the tools and inspiration to create vibrant and resilient communities on a personal, local, and global level. Through authentic dialogue and meaningful interaction with women who have forged their own paths of change, you will leave with an expanded sense of possibility.
The Vagina Monologues 2015
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/20/2015 - 5:37pm
Event Date:
March 6, 2015 - 6:30pm V-Day South Lake Tahoe 2015
Presents a Benefit Performance of
THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES
Who: V-Day South Lake Tahoe
What: A benefit performance of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues, to raise
funds for Live Violence Free, Tahoe Youth & Family Services and Zawadisha
Where: Lake Tahoe Golf Course located at 2500 Emerald Bay Road
When: March 6th, 2015
Event Breakdown: (also available on eventbrite.com)
Location
Lake Tahoe Golf Course
2500 Emerald Bay Road
United States
See map: Google Maps
Shop local and support women at 4th Annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/22/2014 - 10:57pm
Event Date:
November 29, 2014 - 10:00am
Tahoe-based nonprofit the Zawadisha Fund is teaming up again with Bona Fide Books to offer an opportunity to shop locally while having global impact this holiday season. Connect with contemporary local artists, crafters and entrepreneurs at the 4th Annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Nov. 29, from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Bona Fide Books,1069 Magua Street in Meyers, CA. All vendor space fees benefit the Zawadisha Fund.
Women As Change Makers: Leading and Thriving in the 21st Century
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 6:25am
Event Date:
October 3, 2014 - 8:30am Zawadisha, a Tahoe-based global women’s empowerment organization, announced today that South Lake resident and Lean In partner Rayona Sharpnack will be the keynote speaker at its inaugural “Women as Change Makers: Leading and Thriving in the 21st Century,” conference, to be held October 3rd at the North Tahoe Event Center. Sharpnack, the CEO of the Institute for Women’s Leadership, has facilitated women’s leadership trainings for such Fortune 500 companies as Microsoft, Charles Schwab, and Hewlett Packard.
Location
North Tahoe Event Center
8318 N. Lake Tahoe Blvd., Kings Beach, CA 96143
United States
See map: Google Maps
Supervisor Candidate Angela Swanson: " We need to address the county’s dysfunctional culture"
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/28/2014 - 11:21pm
South Tahoe Now sent a questionnaire out to all of the candidates for El Dorado County Supervisor and Douglas County Sheriff. This is the last of the submitted responses. Candidates Sue Novasel, Kenny Curtzwiler and Angela Swanson were the only County Supervisor candidates to respond, and Douglas County Sheriff candidates Ron Pierini and Dave Brady were the only Sheriff candidates to respond. We thank those that took the time to reply.
1) What do you see as the Number 1 issue facing residents of District 5?
The Vagina Monologues Return to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/19/2014 - 11:24pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Mar 01 2014 .
February 28, 2014 - 7:00pm
March 1, 2014 - 7:00pm
V-Day South Lake Tahoe presents a benefit production of Eve Ensler’s "The Vagina Monologues" on February 28 and March 1 at the Blue Angel Cafe. This two night event will raise funds for four South Lake Tahoe non-profits: Live Violence Free, Tahoe Youth & Family Services, Zawadisha and Child Advocates of El Dorado County.
Holiday Activities in South Lake Tahoe This Weekend
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/07/2013 - 10:45am
Freshly fallen snow will add to the holiday ambiance of events in South Lake Tahoe this weekend!
The Lake Tahoe Historical Society invites everyone to their annual Holiday in History Open House on Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8. On Saturday from 11 to 7 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, visitors can tour the 1930s log cabin, view a Victorian holiday scene, enjoy free cider and cookies and children can even call the North Pole from a special antique phone! The event is free.
Shop Local, Benefit Women at Zawadisha’s Annual Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/18/2013 - 3:19pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2013 - 10:00am South Lake Tahoe, CA – Tahoe-based nonprofit the Zawadisha Fund is teaming up again with Bona Fide Books to offer an opportunity to shop locally while having global impact this holiday season. Connect with contemporary local artists, crafters and entrepreneurs at the 3rd Annual Zawadisha Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Dec. 7th, from 10am-3pm at Bona Fide Books,1069 Magua Street in Meyers, CA. All vendor space fees benefit the Zawadisha Fund.
The Vagina Monologues returns to South Lake Tahoe Feb. 22-23
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 12:00pm
Event Date:
February 22, 2013 - 7:00pm The Vagina Monologues returns for its 11th year here in South Lake Tahoe Feb. 22-23 at 7 p.m.
Come laugh, cry and help to stop violence against women. The Monologues are a fundraiser for CASA, Live Violence Free, Tahoe Youth and Family Services and The Zawadisha Fund. Tickets are $15 and are available through CASA at (530) 573-3072 or at the door.
The event will be at the Blue Angel Cafe, 1132 Ski Run.
Location
Blue Angel Cafe
1132 Ski Run Bl
So lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 56' 40.29" N, 119° 57' 18.036" W
See map: Google Maps
Zawadisha’s 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 5:04pmZawadisha’s 2nd annual Holiday Bazaar is Dec. 1 from 10am-3pm. Featuring local artisans and unique finds, the bazaar gives people an opportunity to shop locally and support community this holiday season. Artists include ReviveTahoe, SquirrelsNest, and Sierra Clay Art. Zawadisha will be representing with handmade African jewelry, baskets, bags, and fabric.
The bazaar is at Bona Fide HQ in Meyers. (Behind Getaway Cafe.) Go to www.bonafidebooks.com for more information.
Kudos & Kindness: Guest leader demonstrated commitment to community
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 5:00amThe Zawadisha Fund would like to thank Rayona Sharpnack, CEO of The Institute for Women's Leadership, whose gift of her time and talent this past summer significantly and positively impacted our wo...
Lake Tahoe Organization Zawadisha Fund Thinks Big and Small to Help Women in Kenya
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 10:06pm
(Editor's note: The Lake Tahoe-based Zawadisha Fund was founded by Jennifer Gurecki and Julie Lowe of South Lake Tahoe. Here is their report.)
Barey's eyes widened with wonder as she held the piece of paper in her hand. She struggled to decipher the words on the document but understood its significance — the number, 5,000 Kenyan shillings, would be paid to her to start her own small business baking and selling chapati to support her family.
