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Letter: Special interest groups desperately trying to protect their pot of gold

This letter is in response to the letter written by Property Manager Kevin Kjer. Mr. Kjer has been making a substantial sum of money renting homes in purely residential neighborhoods to people who don’t care about the community, abuse their neighbors, and regularly trespass on neighbors’ land and HOA’s docks and beaches.

Chautauqua performance of George and Elia Whittell, the Accidental Conservationists

Event Date: 
February 8, 2024 - 6:30pm

The Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center continues its Heritage Lecture Series with a 55-minute Chautauqua presentation, Lake Tahoe’s Eccentric George and Elia Whittell, the Accidental Conservationists. The presentation will be held on February 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Douglas County Historical Society.

Share stories on aging and caregiving at South Lake Tahoe LIbrary recording booth

Event Date: 
February 7, 2024 - 1:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Libary is hosting the Big Read - Story Recording Booth on Wednesday, February 7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Rod Stewart heading to Lake Tahoe for summer concert

Event Date: 
August 9, 2024 - 8:00pm

An evening of timeless hits and a legendary performance is on tap for the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Area when Rod Stewart comes to the South Shore for a show on August 9 at 8 p.m.

The legendary British rock and pop singer, songwriter, recording artist, and record producer. The 79-year-old Grammy Award-winning icon is a member of both the US and UK Rock and Roll Halls of Fame.

The Road Beat: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid review - Big times

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is the grand addition to the Highlander SUV line, and it impresses.

What is it?

Learn about the historical beginning of Highway 395 at Minden Mill Distilling history talk

UPDATE: All seats for this show have been taken. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Virginia Truckee Railroad Valentine Trains...two to choose from

Event Date: 
February 10, 2024 (All day)

Looking for a unique way to treat your Valentine this year? Join the fun on the Virginia Truckee Railroad with two events on Saturday, February 10, and immerse yourself in solving a Murder Mystery with the Fun Time Players at 2:30 p.m. or choose the 4:30 p.m. Whiskey Tasting train. The Whiskey Train will be featuring the music of Northern Nevada’s own Carson Chandler and tastes of a unique locally distilled whiskey from Dovetail Distillery in Mound House, Nevada.

Minden Mill hosting Chautauqua on John “Snowshoe” Thompson

Event Date: 
January 21, 2024 - 1:00pm

The Minden Mill is continuing its history series on Sunday, January 21 at 1 p.m. They will be presenting local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff in a Chautauqua performance of Sierra Nevada Super Hero John “Snowshoe” Thompson and his wife Agnes in “Mailman of the Sierra.”

The 55-minute program is free, but seating is limited, and advance reservations are required. To make reservations, please click on this link https://www.exploretock.com/minden-mill-distillery/event/private/b675186f-50ab-4986-865f-4676e0faab35.

Minden Mill is located at 1601 Water St, Minden.

Tahoe Expedition Academy launches new speaker series

TRUCKEE, Calif. (Jan. 9, 2023) – Some of the world's best and brightest minds in education are coming to Lake Tahoe. The Tahoe Expedition Academy (TEA) has announced the Inaugural TEA Speaker Series, sponsored by the Martis Camp Foundation. Each event offers a special opportunity to engage with internationally renowned speakers in an intimate setting on TEA’s campus. Each event begins at 5 p.m. with the speakers beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Three events are set for 2024:

Embarc opens Meyers cannabis retail store, Community Advisory Board in place

MEYERS, Calif. - Embarc, a community-centric retail cannabis dispensary, will be opening its Meyers storefront at 3008 US-50 on January 18, 2024. This will be the unincorporated area of El Dorado County's first cannabis dispensary opening under the process approved by voters in 2018 and the Board of Supervisors in 2019.

Dave Stewart brings the hits of the Eurythmics to Lake Tahoe

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - If you have plans for the evening of Wednesday, January 24, cancel them and head over to the Tahoe Blue Event Center, you won't regret it.

Not only is award-winning rock artist Bryan Adams bringing his So Happy It Hurts tour to Lake Tahoe that day, but joining him on the stage at the new event center is the iconic and legendary Dave Stewart with his Eurythmics Songbook. It will truly be two fabulous concerts in one with these two.

Most are familiar with Dave Stewart through his partnership with Annie Lennox when they formed the Eurythmics.

Republican Women of South Lake Tahoe install new officers, have Councilmember Wallace as speaker

The Republican Women of California, South Lake Tahoe (RWC-SLT) recently held a luncheon meeting to install new officers for a new two-year term. SLT City Councilmember Tamara Wallace installed the following officers:

Karen Imhoff, President
Bonnie Halleran, 1st Vice President, Speakers
Lianne Peterson, 2nd Vice President, Membership
Terri Jinkens, 3rd Vice President, Press Communications
Cheri Watson, 4th Vice President, Events
Kathleen Bailey, Recording Secretary
Svetlana Raleigh, Treasurer

The Road Beat: 2023 Lexus LS 500 F Sport review - effortlessly pointless

The LS 500 is a luxurious flagship that has fallen behind and the F Sport only makes it worse.

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Cuppa Tahoe presents Book Club #1: Almost Somewhere with Suzanne Roberts

Event Date: 
January 31, 2024 - 7:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ready for a new twist on a book club in South Lake Tahoe? Join Cuppa Tahoe on Wednesday, January 31 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. when they offer the golden ticket - a book, a drink, a goody bag, and a presentation by the author.

Author and South Lake Tahoe resident Suzanne Roberts will be there with her book Almost Somewhere.

Join them for a night of good literature and the warmth of community. Celebrate the magic of storytelling together, over a steaming cuppa.

Minden Mill Distilling hosting history presentation "The Big Bang"

Event Date: 
January 14, 2024 - 1:00pm

Minden Mill Distilling continues its Eastern Sierra History Series with a slide show, The Big Bang, on Sunday, January 14 at 1 p.m. Using seldom-seen photos, extensive research, and eyewitness accounts, local authors and historians David & Gayle Woodruff recount the incredible, true and bizarre story of a calculating and disgruntled gambler and his attempt to extort three million dollars from the historic Harvey’s Casino Lake Tahoe in August of 1980.

The 55-minute slide show features dozens of historic and seldom-seen images.

Night of comedy coming to Cuppa Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
January 20, 2024 - 7:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Are you looking for a fun night in South Lake Tahoe? Cuppa Tahoe is hosting "Real Men Are 5’8″," a night of stand-up comedy on Saturday, January 20. It’s more than entertainment, it’s a spectacle.

Two people in the same room. At the same time. Both are around five foot eight feet tall. Wow. This stand-up comedy show will leave you wow-ed with real masculinity, seriously.

Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. Buy tickets now as they only get pricier, and the first 10 sold are only $10 (and $20 after that).

Next TERC Talk: Infrastructure Resilience in the Face of Extreme Flooding

Event Date: 
February 8, 2024 - 6:00pm

On Thursday, February 8, 2024, UC Davis TERC (Tahoe Environmental Research Center) will be hosting a lecture about Infrastructure Resilience in the Face of Extreme Flooding, with Dr. Michael Gardner. The in-person event will be held at Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge in their Mountainside Bar. Dinners will be 20 percent off for interested guests.

Night of Comedy with Nick Swardson at Bally's

Event Date: 
January 13, 2024 - 8:00pm

Late-Nite Productions / One Vision Entertainment present an evening of Comedy with Nick Swardson! This is taking place on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Bally's Lake Tahoe. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com or by calling/visiting the Bally's Box Office. Under 21 years of age must be accompanied by 21+. Prices start at $35 plus tax/fees.

Legendary Tracy Morgan heading to Lake Tahoe for show at Bally's

Event Date: 
March 23, 2024 - 8:00pm

Late-Nite Productions / One Vision Entertainment present an evening of Comedy with the legendary Tracy Morgan! This is taking place on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Bally's Lake Tahoe. Tickets are available now at Ticketmaster.com or by calling/visiting the Bally's Box Office. Under 21 years of age must be accompanied by 21+. Tickets are $35-$85.

Mickey Holiday at Flight Deck

Flight Deck Sports Bar & Grill Presents Mickey Holiday!!! Singing your favorites from the Great American Song Book! Songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole, and Tony Bennett. Join us for a night of wonderful music and great food! Every Tuesday 5 - 7PM.

Location

Flight Deck Sports Bar & Grill
1901 Airport Rd Ste 105
United States

Scientist visits Lake Tahoe with climate change presentations at UNR-Tahoe and LTCC

Event Date: 
January 23, 2024 (All day)

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Don't miss three opportunities to hear from Katharine Hayhoe, chief scientist of The Nature Conservancy, Distinguished and Endowed Professor of Public Policy and Public Law at Texas Tech University, and the lead author of the Second, Third, and Fourth National Climate Assessments.

Record crowd at New Year's Eve celebration at Heavenly Village

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Heavenly Village's New Year's Eve celebration was big, with organizers estimating several thousand people took in the music and fireworks as they welcomed in 2024 to South Lake Tahoe.

The event featured an array of performances by bands Decades from Chico and from NBC’s The Voice, Kristen Brown.

As the clock hit 9 p.m. (midnight in New York), the fireworks display with the gondola coming down the mountain thrilled those watching.

The Road Beat: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime review ~ Hot yet expensive Prius

You know something is not right in the world when the Toyota Prius is now considered, and quite collectively at that, one of the best cars in the world. No longer is this pioneering hybrid an ugly can of slow molasses, but instead an attractive and sleek family car with more than adequate performance. I thoroughly enjoyed the first Prius I tested at the beginning of summer, but now we enter the age of the Prime Prius, with plug-in charging capability that'll make you question the practical purpose of owning anything all-electric.

Ringing in the new year on Lake Tahoe South Shore

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If going out on the town is part of your plans for New Year's Eve, there are a few ways to celebrate in South Lake Tahoe and Stateline.

Heavenly Holidays continues at the Village with Ferris Wheel rides through December 31, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission: $5. It is located at the base of the Gondola. Enjoy the most spectacular views of the lake by day and the village, twinkling with tons of lights, by night. The photo opportunities are unrivaled, except for the memories made upon our gigantic Ferris wheel.

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Did you know human trafficking is often a crime that is hidden in plain sight and is only visible to those who know the signs and indicators? There are also many myths regarding trafficking, which is why educating ourselves is critical. Many believe traffickers are usually strangers to the victim when, in fact, that’s the most uncommon situation.

Current statistics show that around 42 percent of trafficking victims were brought into trafficking by a member of their own families, and 39 percent were recruited via an intimate partner or a marriage proposition.

Next TERC Talk - Tahoe's Future Climate

Event Date: 
January 25, 2024 - 5:00pm

On Thursday, January 25, 2024, UC Davis TERC (Tahoe Environmental Research Center) will be hosting a lecture about "How Tahoe's Future Climate Is Going to Change Its Many Watersheds" with Dr. Michael Dettinger. The in-person event will be held at Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge in their Mountainside Bar.

South Lake Tahoe Library starts 6th-12th grade after-school activities

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Repeats every week until Wed Jan 31 2024 .
January 3, 2024 - 2:30pm
January 10, 2024 - 2:30pm
January 17, 2024 - 2:30pm
January 24, 2024 - 2:30pm
January 31, 2024 - 2:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Library is holding an after-school program for middle school and high school students. A.T.L.A.S. (At the Library After School) will be held every Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. and each week there is a different theme.

The first session for 6th - 12th graders begins on January 3, 2024.

The first Wednesday of every month is Crafternoon. For the January 3 session, they'll be making beaded jewelry.

The second Wednesday of every month is Game Guild. For January, they'll have a variety of new and classic board games available.

TubeTahoe adds Neon Night Tubing

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There may not be much snow this year at Lake Tahoe, but TubeTahoe has a solution and has been able to keep its runs full of snow with its snowmaking systems.

The crowds have been coming out to enjoy the daytime tubing, and now the business is adding Neon Night Tubing on some select dates.

Now people can enjoy neon lights, snow tubes, and laughter "that can be heard from space," says Tube Tahoe Co-founder Leon Abravanel.

Early-bird discount for Lake Tahoe Marathon ends Sunday

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As organizers are on Maui preparing for the 16th annual Maui Oceanfront Marathon in January, they are offering participants in the Lake Tahoe Marathon a 20 percent early-bird discount through New Year's Eve.

The 29th annual Lake Tahoe Marathon will be held October 18 - 20, 2024.

New Year's Eve celebration at Heavenly Village to include fireworks and live music

Event Date: 
December 31, 2023 - 5:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Get ready to ring in the New Year with a fun night of live entertainment and fireworks at the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. Everyone is invited to the free December 31 festivities, starting at 5 p.m.

Spaces available in Zephyr Point Winter Camp

ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - You don’t need to look too far from home for an awesome winter break from January 2-5, 2024 for grades K-6. At Zephyr Point, kids will take an adventure, enjoying all that a week on Lake Tahoe in the winter has to offer! Winter Camp Zephyr is all about creating unforgettable experiences for campers.

Camp runs from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday.

Winter Camp Zephyr will hold many of the same types of activities as Summer Camp Zephyr only with a frosty twist.

Chautauqua performance, Those That Survived, at Dayton's Odeon Saloon

Event Date: 
December 27, 2023 - 7:00pm

The Odeon Saloon in Dayton, Nevada is the location for the next area historical Chautauqua performance, “Those That Survived.”

On Wednesday, December 27 at 7 p.m., the Odeon Saloon continues its Odeon Oldies History series with the Chautauqua by local authors and historians David & Gayle Woodruff as they assume the characters of James Reed and his wife Margret. The Reeds were the original organizers of the infamous Donner Party of 1846.

The Road Beat: 2023 Hyundai Tucson PHEV Limited Review

A plug-in hybrid crossover that meets in the middle. You'll buy or skip on a Tucson based primarily on its looks. Polarizing, sure, but let's at least congratulate Hyundai for going with such a bold and striking design. If you happen to hate the style, then you probably won't have made it to even reading a review in the first place, so because you're here, I can assume you are in fact interested in this electrified crossover and therefore a fan of the style. I like it. Some of my friends did. Some didn't.

Applications being accepted for UC Davis TERC Internships for Scholars Program

The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) has conducted research and monitoring of Lake Tahoe for over 50 years. Its Summer Internship program offers undergraduate and graduate students an opportunity to be a part of the research tradition.

Reflections of Lake Tahoe next for Minden Mill history series

Event Date: 
December 17, 2023 - 1:00pm

The History Lecture Series at Minden Mill Distilling continues on Sunday, December 17 with a presentation, Reflections of Lake Tahoe, at 1 p.m. Using seldom-seen vintage photos, historian David Woodruff takes a look back at the many people, places, and events that shaped the history of this magnificent Sierra Nevada gem over the years.

South Lake Tahoe Christmas Bird Count this Friday

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual South Lake Tahoe Christmas Bird Count is scheduled for this Friday, December 15.

The Christmas Bird Count (CBC) has been held worldwide every year, and in Lake Tahoe for almost 20 years. It is the largest and oldest citizen science project in the world. Each year, from December 14 through January 5, tens of thousands of volunteers head out into the winter to count birds for a day. This tradition goes back to 1900, and in the intervening years, these birders have built a database of bird populations that is unmatched by any other wildlife census.

Free Tahoe Learning Haven forum: Who are you as a learner?

Event Date: 
December 13, 2023 - 7:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Learning Haven is holding its next free event, Who are YOU as a learner?, on Wednesday, December 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

This free forum is about each of us as individuals and how we fit into a collective group - at school, at work, with friends, and even in our families. You will learn about YOU...how you perceive things, process things, and learn.

Longtime Lake Tahoe commission member resigns after 36 years

HOMEWOOD, Calif. - Ed Miller has served 36 years on the El Dorado County Civil Service Commission, 34 of those years as its chairman.

Miller submitted his resignation this week to be effective after current hearings.

Three local youth earn D-2 certification from the United States Pony Clubs, Inc.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Bayview Farms Pony Club Riding Center has announced the certification of Bailey Brown from D-1 to D-2 in Horse Management, and sisters Gabby and Giada Lancellotti from D-1 to D-2 in Horse Management and Hunter Seat Equitation at a testing event held on November 12, 2023, in Minden, Nev.

Rock Ensemble to raise funds for Encompass Youth

Event Date: 
December 13, 2023 - 7:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College's Rock Ensemble class is holding a class performance on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the Duke Theatre.

Directed by Liz Broscoe, the suggested donation is $5 with all proceeds going to Encompass Youth, a South Lake Tahoe-based 501(C)(3) nonprofit.

Broscoe, a talented and renowned percussionist, will also be performing.

The doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. The Duke Theatre is located on the Lake Tahoe Community College campus, One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe.

Heavenly Village New Years Eve celebration

Event Date: 
December 31, 2023 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Enjoy an evening of fun at the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. It all starts at 5 p.m. under the gondola with the Kristen Brown Band (she was on Team Legend on the Voice this season), and The Decades.

At 9 p.m., the annual Gondola Ball Drop and firework blast happens.

Join in the fun!

More information can be found at https://visitlaketahoe.com/ and https://theshopsatheavenly.com/.

Three New Years Eve events at The Loft

Event Date: 
December 31, 2023 (All day)

Get ready to ring in 2024 with a night of live entertainment, delectable cuisine, mesmerizing magic, and dancing at The Loft Tahoe in Heavenly Village. Guests can watch 2023 vanish and 2024 appear with several New Year’s Eve celebration packages to choose from.

Magic Fusion starring Chase Hasty & Kaileigh (All Ages)
4:30 PM & 7:00 PM
$50.00 (+tax/fees)

Holiday activity calendar filling up for South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the tree lighting at Heavenly Village a few days ago, and the Meyers Community Tree Lighting this coming Friday, the holiday season has started along the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.

'Tis the season for family fun, craft shows, festivals, Santa Claus, special events, and much more!

FUN FOR ALL AGES

TOCCATA’ s 18th season wraps up with holiday favorite, Handel's Messiah

TOCCATA, the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, has five holiday performances of Handel's Messiah December 9-23 in South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Incline Village, Gardnerville, and Reno.

joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the iconic "Hallelujah" Chorus, will fill the concert hall this holiday season. This Baroque masterwork, expressing the themes of hope, redemption and grace, showcases the magnificent artistry and skill of our celebrated orchestra and chorus, complemented by exceptional soloists. Join us for this wonderful holiday tradition!

Tahoe Regional Professionals host "Dancing Through the Decades" party

Event Date: 
December 9, 2023 - 8:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Regional Professionals (TRP) have announced their "Dancing Through the Decades" event to be held at the American Legion Post 795 on December 9, 2023. It will be what's called an evening of “getting unprofessional,” an exciting time aimed to bring together professionals and the broader community for a night of nostalgia and entertainment.

9th annual Film Fest at Lake Tahoe runs from November 30 to December 10

The 2023 Tahoe Film Fest opens this Thursday, November 30 with films being shown on the North Shore through December 10. All ticket purchases for the Tahoe Film Fest support science education with the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center.

Next free Tahoe Learning Haven forum: Who are you as a learner?

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Learning Haven is holding its next free event, Who are YOU as a learner?, on Wednesday, December 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

This free forum is about each of us as individuals and how we fit into a collective group - at school, at work, with friends, and even in our families. You will learn about YOU...how you perceive things, process things, and learn.

Auditions scheduled for LTCC's winter play, Peter and the Starcatcher,

Event Date: 
December 1, 2023 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Peter and the Starcatcher will be the winter play at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) and auditions are on Friday, December 1 with callbacks on Saturday, December 2.

To sign up for an audition slot, find out more about the characters and all the other needed information can be found at https://www.4thwalldown.com.

Rehearsals begin in January.

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Minden Mill Distilling continues history series with Those That Survived, the Reed family story

Event Date: 
November 26, 2023 - 1:00pm

Minden Mill Distilling continues its living history presentations on Sunday, November 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. This program is about Margret and James Reed, Those That Survived. Local authors and historians David & Gayle Woodruff assume the characters of James Reed and his wife Margret, who were the original organizers of the infamous Donner Party of 1846.

Thanksgiving toast and letter from a visitor to Lake Tahoe in 1876

ROWLAND'S, LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - November 30, 1876 - Yes, this says the following story is from Rowland's Lake Tahoe, and yes, it says November 30, 1876 - 147 years ago. The following is a letter received by the Bradford Opinion and published on February 3, 1877. The weekly newspaper was published from 1874-1881 in Bradford, Vermont.

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