Community
$5 Community Dump Day in South Lake Tahoe June 8
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 7:05pm
Event Date:
June 8, 2024 - 8:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The long-awaited annual cleanup day in South Lake Tahoe has been scheduled for Saturday, June 8. Clean Tahoe will be holding the day-long event from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dispose of your unwanted items for just $5 per carload. Residential loads only. Nevada residents are charged $10 per load as are pick-up trucks and trailers. UHauls and oversized trucks are priced by size.
STHS Action Sports Marketing Club holding free rail jam and slopestyle event at Heavenly
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 1:40pm
Event Date:
March 16, 2024 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Action Sports Marketing Club at South Tahoe High School (STHS) is hosting a rail jam/slopestyle contest at Heavenly Ski Resort this Saturday, March 16 from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. in the Groove Park.
This event is free for everyone. There will be live music, giveaways, prizes, and much more. STHS Senior Brennan Monroe has been working with the Heavenly marketing team and terrain park managers to put this event on as part of his senior project. Come out and support the Action Sports Marketing Club (ASMC.)
Screening and discussion: The Untold Story of Betty Reid Soskin
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 10:45am
Event Date:
March 20, 2024 - 6:30pm SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join local filmmaker Sara Lafleur-Vetter at South Lake Brewing Company for a FREE exclusive sneak peek of “Sign My Name to Freedom,” a feature documentary about iconic National Park Ranger Betty Reid Soskin, her hidden life as a singer-songwriter, and her family’s experiences confronting Jim Crow-style segregation on the West Coast.
This viewing will be held on Wednesday, March 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
TASK's March "Did You Know" campaign centered on conversations about drugs and alcohol
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 4:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The nonprofit, Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids (TASK) created a monthly "Did You Now" campaign at the beginning of this school year. There has been a different focus each month, and for March it focuses on drug and alcohol facts, resources, tools, and information on how to have conversations with kids about these things.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Overland Meat and Seafood Company
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 12:21pm
Thanks to the Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsorship hosted by the Overland Meat and Seafood Company on March 4, the Bread & Broth (B&B) Monday Meal dinner guests who braved the aftereffects of the three-day snowstorm enjoyed a hearty and filling meal. The B&B cooks served up Sloppy Joes, baked beans, potato salad, coleslaw, and french fries along with the dinner guest’s choice of a wide variety of cakes and pies. A perfect meal to offset the cold and dreary weather!
Lake Tahoe Community College begins 50th anniversary celebration
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 10:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was on March 5, 1974, when the voters of South Lake Tahoe narrowly approved the formation of a community college district for the city after years of advocating, hard work, and planning. With 66 percent of the vote, the journey to success was underway and the college opened on Sept. 18, 1975. The first campus was in a converted motel on US50 with 119 classes offered to 1,407 students.
Sierra Educational Foundation hosts Community Skier/Boarder Cross
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 8:28pm
Event Date:
March 16, 2024 - 8:00pm
Join the Sierra Educational Foundation on Saturday, March 16 when they host the Community Skier / Boarder Cross. Join them for a seriously fun, unserious
competition. All ages and abilities are welcome. Green costumes and decorations are welcome.
There is a $40 Entry Fee. Check-in starts at 8 a.m. in the Aspen Cafe at Sierra-at-Tahoe.
The awards ceremony and fundraiser raffle an hour after the race ends. Follow them on Instagram @SierraEducationalFoundation for more details on the ceremony.
To sign up, visit https://sierrateams.org/event/snowboard-cross-and-ski-cross/.
Annual Saint Patrick's Day dinner at Saint Theresa Church
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 8:02pm
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to Saint Theresa Church's annual Saint Patrick's Dinner on Sunday, March 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy traditional corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and Irish soda bread prepared by the Knights of Columbus.
Tickets will be sold after the Masses on Sunday and at the door. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 5-12.
Saint Theresa Grace Hall is located at 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe.
Dogs invited to St. Barles' Day celebration at South Lake Brewing
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 12:04pm
Event Date:
March 16, 2024 - 1:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Celebrate brew dog Barley's 11th birthday at South Lake Brewing Company on Saturday, March 16 at 1 p.m.
The annual St. Barles' Day celebration includes the release of a new beer and a limited-edition Pet Dogs Drink Beer T-shirt with sales benefitting the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe.
Bring your furry friends to the Brewery on a leash to participate in the pet costume contest. They’ll also have free live music by Kyle Kirchubel from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Get Rad Pizza will be on-site serving up their signature pies.
Tahoe Arts Project brings Backtrack Vocals to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 8:01am
Event Date:
March 22, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - Backtrack Vocals, an A Cappella Quintet, will be visiting South Lake Tahoe schools from March 18-22 as part of the Tahoe Arts Project's annual programming. The week will wrap up with a public performance on Friday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College's Due Theatre.
Volunteer drivers, cooks and office staff needed for Senior Nutrition Program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 9:26pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Senior Nutrition Program is currently in great need of volunteers to help in the Senior Nutrition kitchen, provide office support, or drive meals to homebound seniors enrolled in the County’s Home Delivered Meals Program.
The program operates in South Lake Tahoe and on the west slope of the county and volunteers are needed in all areas.
Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe save lives and landfill with thrift store
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 12:46pm
TRUCKEE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has been in the business of saving lives for 30 years and now has entered the business of saving landfills, too. HSTT opened Thrifty Tails Boutique Thrift Store in August of 2023 with two thoughts in mind, generate income to help pets in need and keep more of the community’s second-hand items out of the landfill. Not only does HSTT give pets a second chance at life, but now clothing, home goods, shoes, and more also get a second chance.
Community invited to American Legion St. Patrick’s Day dinner fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 8:00am
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the American Legion Post 795 at their annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 14 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Besides a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner, there will be live music with Cash Only.
Dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the doors are open until 10 p.m. Cash Only will be playing from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Tickets for the dinner which includes side dishes, rolls, and dessert are $25 per person. Tickets for music only are $10 per person. Pre-sale tickets and food “To Go” will be available.
Community invited to support Zephyr Cove Elementary at Night in Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 1:07pm
Event Date:
March 26, 2024 - 5:30pm
The Zephyr Cove Elementary School (ZCES) Parents Club invites the community to join us for our annual fundraising event Night in Tahoe on Tuesday,
March 26, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. This is their largest fundraiser of the year and monies raised go to support the school's art and music programs, updating their Literacy Library, school enhancements, and STEM projects.
Tickets are on sale now for $75 each and can be purchased online at zcesparentsclub.org.
Awesome Easter event for kids in South Lake Tahoe at Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 11:58am
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church is hosting a free, fun event, "AWESOME EASTER," for all kids in grades TK-6. This event will be held on Sunday, March 17 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
They will be celebrating Easter with crafts, singing, games and munchies.
Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church is located at 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe.
To register, contact the church by March 10 by calling 530-544-3757 or via email tahoepreschurchevents@gmail.com. More information is available at
www.tahoepres.org.
Kudos: South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club donates $2,500 to Bread & Broth 4 Kids
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 11:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club recently presented Bread & Broth 4 Kids (BB4K) a check for $2,500 for use in feeding local students.
South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club Past President Lee Nichel presented the check to Cheryl Breitwieser, BB4K co-chairperson.
Unity at the Lake celebrates 30 years with Bittmans returning to center leadership
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 11:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Unity at the Lake, (UATL) a South Lake Tahoe nondenominational spiritual center, is celebrating 30 years of community this year and Rev. Dr. Stew Bittman and Rev. Hillary Bittman have returned to serve as spiritual leaders. The Bittmans have a long history with UATL first serving as the spiritual leaders in 2007.
South Lake Tahoe community meeting to discuss housing solutions
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 11:06pm
Event Date:
March 11, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to join the City of South Lake Tahoe housing staff and other community members to share ideas and discuss potential solutions to housing affordability challenges in South Lake Tahoe.
City staff will provide a quick update on current programs and other information.
The event will take place on Monday, March 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the City's Recreation Center, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
RSVP to jwackenhut@cityofslt.us.
Kudos: Liberty hosts Bread & Broth community meal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 9:49am
On February 26th, the Liberty Employees Resource Group, Women of Liberty, and its allies, proudly hosted Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal.
“We are so excited to volunteer at this amazing B&B dinner,” shared Leah Casaul, senior regulatory analyst. “Such a great turn out and every Bread & Broth volunteer made the evening fun, seamless, and easy. Every B&B volunteer was so friendly and genuinely passionate about giving back to the community.”
South Tahoe Middle School students win Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra essay and poster contests
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 10:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students from South Tahoe Middle School (STMS) were recognized by the Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club at their meeting on Thursday. The sixth-eighth graders were the winners of the club's Challenge Day essay and poster contests following the school's Challenge Day program.
After the SITS Club helped sponsor the two-day Challenge Day program, they opened two contests for all students to win a prize purse of $2,000 by writing essays and/or creating posters.
21st annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski & Snowshoe Celebration rescheduled
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/02/2024 - 11:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to the current snowstorm and hazardous roads, the Lake Tahoe Historical Society has postponed its 21st annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski & Snowshoe Celebration. Originally scheduled for March 3, it has been moved to Sunday, April 14.
Celebrate the history of one of the biggest legends of the Sierra Nevada from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
This free event will be held in the History Complex, 3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
They hope to be able to keep the lineup the same:
Flatstick Pub partners with American Cancer Society all month for FUNDays
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/02/2024 - 11:38am
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Sun Mar 31 2024 .
March 3, 2024 - 11:00am
March 10, 2024 - 11:00am
March 17, 2024 - 11:00am
March 24, 2024 - 11:00am
March 31, 2024 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — It is a new month, so a new community partner at Tipsy Putt. In March, South Lake Tahoe’s first indoor mini golf course, Flatstick Pub, will be teaming up with the American Cancer Society to give back. Each Sunday in March, Flatstick Pub will donate $1 for every beer and $1 for every round of mini golf purchased.
7th annual Tahoe Brewfest returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/01/2024 - 7:16pm
Event Date:
August 24, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Beer, kombucha, ciders, and spirits will be flowing at the 7th annual Tahoe Brewfest on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Returning to the heart of South Lake Tahoe on Ski Run Blvd, this year’s event will bring together beer lovers from all over the world to ‘cheers’ to a brew-tiful day.
North Tahoe Community Alliance seeks members for advisory committees on dispersing funds
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/01/2024 - 10:24am
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA) is seeking candidates for two volunteer committees that provide valuable input and help guide the work of the NTCA: the TBID Advisory Committee and the TBID Zone 1 Committee.
The Wild Alaskan Salmon Buying Club returns to Truckee-Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 7:12pm
LAKE TAHOE - TRUCKEE, Calif. - Slow Food Lake Tahoe (SFLT) and Yup'ik Girl Seafood (YGS) have announced the opening of the 2024 Wild Alaskan Salmon Buying Club fundraiser, offering the community an affordable option for sustainably sourced wild Alaskan salmon. Those who join by March 31 have the opportunity to reserve a share of the best protein on the planet at a significant club discount while also supporting the community.
Soroptimist of South Lake Tahoe celebrate local young women
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 3:37pm
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) hosted a luncheon on February 28 to honor high school seniors from South Tahoe High School and George Whittell High School. The recipients of the "Young Women of Distinction" award were recognized for their exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and community service.
This year's honorees are Abigail Sandorff, Vanessa Sandoval, Hannah Kelso, Ollie Sauve, Adeline Menke, Carmina Perez Galicia, Eva Moyer Pirie, Sarah (Jolie) Goldberg, Ava Wolfe, and Ella Moretti.
Jazzercise (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:03pm
Event Date:
March 5, 2024 - 5:30pm Jazzercise
Instructor: Sherry Baiocchi
Location: Kahle Community Center
Day & Times: Saturdays at 9:00am
Tuesday & Thursdays at 5:30pm
No Class on Holidays
When: Ongoing
Ages: 13 & up
Cost: $15 drop-in or reduced monthly passes may be purchased from the instructor
The NEW Jazzercise is a calorie burning, pulse-pounding, fun fitness program that puts your muscles to the test. Hot playlists keep you rockin’. New formats – Fusion, Core, Dance Mixx & Strength incinerate up to 600 calories/hour. Temperature check and mask required at all times. Class size is limited
Zumba (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:02pm
Event Date:
March 4, 2024 (All day) Zumba
Instructor: Nancy Taylor
Location: Kahle Community Center
Day & Times: Monday - Thursdays at 9:00am, Ongoing
Ages: 13 & up
Cost: $15 drop-in or multi-use punch cards may be purchased
Are you ready to dance yourself into shape, reduce stress, burn calories and tone your body? Zumba © class is a fun, joyful dance fitness program that incorporates rhythms and dance moves from Latin music, belly dancing, hip hop and more. It doesn’t matter if you think you can dance; all are welcome to join the party! Class size is limited
Qigong & Tai Chi (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:02pm
Event Date:
March 4, 2024 - 4:00pm Qigong & Tai Chi
Instructor: Susan Stonestreet
Location: Kahle Community Center
Day & Time: Mondays, 4-5:15pm
Cost: $5 drop-in
All levels and physical abilities welcome! Sessions focus on improving general health and wellbeing of the practitioner. A combination of Tai Chi, Qigong, meditation, gentle rocking & stretching movements and breathing exercises are practiced to enhance students’ balance, coordination, flow and transition. Wear comfortable clothing. Class size is limited
More Info at Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV 89449 or call 775-586-7271
Mindful Yoga (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:01pm
Event Date:
March 5, 2024 - 10:00am Mindful Yoga
Instructor: Susan Glasson
Location: Kahle Community Center
Dates: Tuesday & Thursdays
Time: Time: 10:00 – 11:00am ZOOM Option – Check Kahle Facebook Page for class code
Cost: $5 drop-in
Payments can be made over the phone with a debit or VISA/MC credit card
Yoga for Everybody (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:01pm
Event Date:
March 5, 2024 - 6:30pm Yoga for Everybody
Instructor: Susan Glasson
Location: Kahle Community Center
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm ZOOM Option – Check Kahle Facebook Page for class code
Cost: $5 drop-in
Payments can be made over the phone with a debit or VISA/MC credit card
All levels of Yoga enthusiasts welcome! Sessions will focus on pranayama (breath) and asana (postures) during each hour long class. Some basic yoga philosophy will be introduced. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat to class.
Dance Fusion (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:00pm
Event Date:
March 9, 2024 - 10:00am Dance Fusion
Instructor: Nancy Taylor
Location: Kahle Community Center
Day & Times: Saturdays at 10:00-11:00am, Starts March 2nd
Ages: 13 & up
Cost: $15.00 drop-in Monthly: $28.00
Dance for a Fun and Full Body Cardio Workout
Dance fitness class incorporates fun dance movements and light body weight training for an excellent full body cardio workout. Class size is limited
More Info at Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV 89449 or call 775-586-7271
Pilates (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 2:00pm
Event Date:
March 5, 2024 - 10:30am Pilates
Instructor: Rose Marie Ottman
Location: Kahle Community Center
Dates: Tuesday & Saturdays, Ongoing
(ZOOM Option Available – 530-577-4044 for class code)
Time: 10:30 – 11:30am
Ages: 13 & up
Cost: $12 drop-in or multi-use punch cards may be purchased
This is a multi-level fitness class centered on the Pilates matwork exercises. Modifications are provided to address abilities and injuries. Small equipment – weights, toning rings and resistance bands may also be used. In-person class size is limited.
Philippine Stick Fighting Arnis (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 1:59pm
Event Date:
March 6, 2024 - 5:45pm Philippine Stick Fighting Arnis
Instructor: Chris & Rick Manglinong
Location: Kahle Community Center
New Session: Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 5:45 – 6:45pm
Adult: 16 & up Cost: $28 Drop-in: $12 per class
Next Session: Wednesdays, April 3, 17, 24 (No class 4/10/24)
Time: 5:45 – 6:45pm
Adult: 16 & up Cost: $21 Drop-in: $12 per class
Arnis is a blending of countless styles, is simple to learn and requires no special conditioning or raw physical strength. Class size limited
Tae Kwon Do (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 1:59pm
Event Date:
March 6, 2024 - 4:45pm Tae Kwon Do
Instructor: Chris & Rick Manglinong
Location: Kahle Community Center
New Session: Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 4:45 – 5:45pm
Youth: 7 – 12 years Cost: $20 Drop-in: $8 per class
Adult: 13 & up Cost: $28 Drop-in: $12 per class
Next Session: Wednesdays, April 3, 17, 24 (No class 4/10/24)
Time: 4:45 – 5:45pm
Youth: 7 – 12 years Cost: $15 Drop-in: $8 per class
Adult: 13 & up Cost: $21 Drop-in: $12 per class
CIRCL Mobility (Kahle Community Center)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 1:58pm
Event Date:
March 9, 2024 - 11:00am CIRCL Mobility
Instructor: Nancy Taylor
Location: Kahle Community Center
Day & Times: Saturdays at 11:00-11:30am, Starts March 9th
Ages: 13 & up
Cost: $7.50 drop-in only multi-use cards may be purchased
Release. Restore. Renew
Based on the science of functional movement, class focuses on flexibility, breathwork and mobility exercises to help you move better and longer. Set to a soundtrack of healing tones + sound frequencies to help your mind focus and release stress. Class size is limited
Brave the Shave: Join Tahoe Douglas Fire at St. Baldrick's Event
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 1:41pm
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 3:00pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The public is invited to join Tahoe Douglas Fire Department Local 2441 in raising money for the search for a cure for childhood cancer. Volunteers armed with shavers will be separating people from their hair on Sunday, March 17 at 3 p.m. at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Stateline.
Start a team, or support another team in raising money - be a hero for kids with cancer.
St. Baldrick's is the largest charity funder of childhood cancer research grants.
Sign up to shave your head or to raise money another way.
Those celebrating Leap Day birthdays and anniversaries in South Lake Tahoe include siblings
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/28/2024 - 8:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every trip around the sun is not exactly 365 days, so once every four years the calendar gets adjusted with "Leap Day." Ancient astronomers knew this but it took until the year 45 B.C. to add that extra day to the calendar. Julius Caesar declared that year to be "Ultimus annus confusions," the last year of confusion.
We're not sure about the confusion part ending though.
February 29 is Leap Day, and it only shows up on the calendar once every four years - the same year as the Summer Olympics and presidential election.
Second Serving meal in South Lake Tahoe on Friday canceled due to blizzard forecast
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/28/2024 - 7:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth Second Serving at the Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church will be canceled on Friday, March 1 due to the current blizzard warning.
Organizers are concerned about the safety of guests and volunteers.
Normally, the Second Serving program serves soup and simple entrees meals at the church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe from 4 p.m. until 5 p.m. every Friday throughout the year.
When food supplies are available, dinner guests are provided with food “giveaway” bags containing fruit, vegetables and breads/pastries.
It's CASA Box Lunch time in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/26/2024 - 10:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is time for the 28th annual CASA El Dorado Box Lunch. Box Lunch is one of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) El Dorado's biggest outreach and fundraising events each year. They work with community partners and volunteers to make and deliver over 3,000 pre-ordered lunches to schools, businesses, and individuals throughout El Dorado County from South Lake Tahoe to El Dorado Hills. All funds raised through this event directly support recruitment, training, and ongoing supervision of CASA.
Kudos: Heavenly Ski Patrol Hosts Bread & Broth Monday Meal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/26/2024 - 4:23pm
Being a member of the Heavenly Ski Patrol is a really rewarding experience for the members of the patrol team. Whether making sure the ski resort guests are safe, working with the avalanche rescue dogs, or helping injured skiers off of the slopes, the members of the Heavenly Ski Patrol are there to ensure that the ski resort guests are enjoying the best skiing experience possible.
Survey about public transit for those living in unincorporated El Dorado County at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/26/2024 - 3:41pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Supervisor Brooke Laine has published a survey for El Dorado County residents living in the unincorporated area of the Lake Tahoe Basin (including Meyers and Tahoma).
There are nine questions about public transit in the region.
To participate, visit HERE.
Next learning forum: Playing at the next level
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/24/2024 - 1:27pm
Event Date:
March 6, 2024 - 7:00pm
The community is invited to the Tahoe Learning Haven's free March Forum on Wednesday, March 6 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to learn about all the athletic options after high school. From intramurals to team sports at Division 1 schools. Special presenter, Phil Bryant, will share his wealth of knowledge about college sports and what you need to do during high school to keep your options open!
Also, Sombreros will bring their taco truck to the forum before it gets underway, from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m., and students attending the forum will be given $5 off the dinner of their choosing.
South Lake Tahoe Girl Scout sells cookies to the skiing and snowboarding crowd
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/24/2024 - 1:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Skiers and riders leaving Heavenly Mountain Resort's California Lodge know the secret already: There will be Girl Scouts selling cookies just a few feet away. Finding a coveted spot to sell the annual treats is a tough in a saturated market, but 10-year-old Maddie Mallein has the perfect spot.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Lasagne Love and the Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra club
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 133 dinner guests at Bread & Broth (B&B) Monday Meal on Monday, February 12 were in for a real treat when they arrived at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall to enjoy a lasagna-themed dinner which members of the local Lasagna Love organization lovingly prepared. The lasagna received rave reviews from the dinner guests, and for those who were not meat eaters, were thrilled to have the option of enjoying vegetarian lasagna.
Raley’s Food For Families donates over 100 stuffed bears to Carson Valley Health ER
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/20/2024 - 7:30am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The wonderful Carson Valley community came through yet again with the donation of over 100 stuffed collector bears from Raley’s Food For Families. The bears were donated to the Carson Valley Health Emergency Department and East Fork Fire first responders. These bears provide comfort during a scary time for our youngest residents experiencing health emergencies.
South Tahoe Grad Night committee seeks donations
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/20/2024 - 7:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Grad Night Organization (501(c)(3) has been providing an annual safe and sober graduation night celebration since 1992. Its goal is to establish a norm for graduating young adults emphasizing having fun and celebrating without the use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco and to prevent any illegal substance arrests, injuries, accidents, or deaths.
Generous donations from the community (residents, businesses, and organizations) provide South Tahoe & Mt. Tallac High Schools with a spectacular Grad Night event!
Kiwanis holding public fentanyl awareness meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/19/2024 - 8:59pm
Event Date:
February 21, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra is inviting the South Lake Tahoe community to an informational meeting on fentanyl on Wednesday, February 21. This dangerous drug took the lives of four people earlier this month in South Lake Tahoe.
The informational meeting will be held in the Aspen Room of Lake Tahoe Community College starting at 5:30 p.m. on This room is adjacent to the library.
The CAPP FUND helps high school seniors with college application costs, adds new scholarship
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/19/2024 - 8:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Have you heard of The CAPP FUND? Back in 2020, a month before the world shut down, the CAPP Fund made its debut. A small, all-volunteer nonprofit located in South Lake Tahoe, the CAPP Fund intends to increase access to higher education by helping local high school seniors with the costs of 4-year college application fees. The goal is to give more young adults the opportunity of a college education by taking away the small barrier of the application fees.
Tahoe Lake Elementary School students sell heart necklaces for Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/16/2024 - 8:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Hundreds of salt dough necklaces were created by the third and fourth graders at Tahoe Lake Elementary School in Tahoe City for Valentine's Day.
The students sold all the heart necklaces they made at their school and made $140. They will be donating all of the money raised to Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC) in South Lake Tahoe.
