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Local families present inaugural Rock Tahoe Half Marathon

The inaugural Rock Tahoe Half Marathon will bring approximately 5,000 people
including runners, friends, and family to South Lake Tahoe this weekend as they Run, Rock, and Recover in this one of a kind event.

On Saturday, June 20, 2,000 runners will take off along the 13.1-mile course from Spooner Summit and wind their way down Highway 50 along the East Shore of Lake Tahoe to the finish line at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe. The course will also take runners off the highway along the newly completed forest bike path from Round Hill Pines to Kahle Drive.

Group ready to fight City on Single Room Occupancy ordinance

On June 2, 2015, the South Lake Tahoe City Council approved the first reading of a Single Room Occupancy ordinance to ensure motels and hotels being used as long term housing were kept decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable.

While the ordinance is set to be approved at the June 16 Council meeting, a small group of affected motel owners have made a plan to protest and ask for an extension so their complaints can be heard.

New restaurant and concert venue proposed for Heavenly Village

The owners of Heavenly Village Cinemas want to turn an empty third floor space on the property into a restaurant and bar with an entertainment venue with stadium style seating for 110 people. But, in order to do so, they need to buy some extra commercial floor area (CFA) from the City of South Lake Tahoe.

Basecamp Hotel’s new bar the highlight of next chamber BAHM!

Experience Basecamp Hotel’s new bar and outdoor area at the Tahoe Chamber Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM!) on Thursday, June 25. Attendees have the opportunity to check out the recent expansion that includes outdoor fire pits and event spaces while networking with fellow South Shore professionals. The BAHM! begins at 5:30 pm.

Lake Tahoe’s 36th annual Valhalla Arts, Music & Theatre Festival

Lake Tahoe’s 36th annual Valhalla Arts, Music & Theatre Festival opens June 17 at the historic lakefront Heller Estate (Valhalla) on the South Shore. Exclusive “one night only” performances will deliver a high caliber lineup of music and dance performances to Lake Tahoe’s arts and culture scene. Master Scottish Fiddler, Alasdair Fraser, will strike the first chord of the summer festival in Valhalla’s celebrated Boathouse Theater with Lake Tahoe as the backdrop, in a rare and highly anticipated solo performance.

Ordinance protects health and safety of long term motel renters

In order to ensure motels and hotels being used as long term housing were kept decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable, the City of South Lake Tahoe has created a Single Room Occupancy (SRO) ordinance. At Tuesday's City Council meeting, the first reading received unanimous approval and support.

The ordinance gives the lodging community guidelines to follow if renting out units more than 30 days.

Safe and habitable units will be made available within the next twelve months once the design and maintenance standards are approved at the next council meeting June 16.

Tahoe Valley Area Plan and single room rental ordinance on City Council agenda

The South Lake Tahoe City Council has a full agenda for their Tuesday, June 2 meeting at the airport.

After several public forums, meetings and presentations, the council will be deciding to adopt the Tahoe Valley Area Plan, which is the vision for the area around the "Y" in South Lake Tahoe. The City starting working on the plan in January of 2014, after the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) adopted the Regional Plan update at the end of 2012.

The 10 Best Restaurants in Beautiful Lake Tahoe, Nevada

A beautiful lake surrounded by breathtaking scenery, Lake Tahoe is a year-round tourist destination located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of Nevada and California. A popular area, the towns lining the lake feature some amazing eateries from fine-dining establishments to budget-friendly options the entire family will enjoy. Here we take a look at some of the tasty culinary gems found on the Nevada side of the Lake Tahoe area.

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Lake Tahoe concert line-up for June

May 30-31 Valhalla Renaissance Faire @ Camp Richardson
Wagon Train Rendezvous @ Zephyr Cove / Wagon Train parade
June 01 Phat Caddy Monday @ Fat Cat Cafe
June 02 DJ Dakini, Oneness, Lo-G @ Whisky Dicks
June 03 Chad Bushnell @ Hard Rock Hotel
June 03-07 Heath Hyche @ Improv at Harveys
June 04 Ike and Martin @ Jimmy's at The Landing
Lacey, LaBella, and Richardson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Serina Williams, Lost Whiskey Engine @ Moody's Bistro
June 05-06 Bias and Dunn @ Bar of America
The George Souza Trio @ Moody's Bistro
June 05 Superlicious @ Hard Rock Hotel

How diet influences your health is topic at next Tahoe Center talk

Event Date: 
June 11, 2015 - 5:30pm

UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center invites the community to join guest speaker Dr. Carolyn Slupsky of the UC Davis Departments of Nutrition and Food Science & Technology for a presentation that will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 11 at the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village, Nev.

Fun and free events highlight Tahoe Bike Challenge

During the two weeks the Tahoe Bike Challenge is going on in Lake Tahoe, there are community events almost every day, including yoga, group rides and movies. .

Here is the full list from the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition:

Group Rides to Kick-off Party | North Shore | Free
May 30 | Noon - 1 p.m.

10th Annual Tahoe Bike Challenge starts June 1

Every year for two weeks, hundreds of Lake Tahoe residents and visitors park their cars and ride their bikes to work, school, and for fun. Participants in the Tahoe Bike Challenge, which runs from June 1 to June 14, track their miles and join the friendly competition for fun prizes and bragging rights.

Round up at Round Hill Pines Beach Resort for next chamber mixer

Event Date: 
May 28, 2015 - 5:30pm

All are invited to attend the next Tahoe Chamber Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM!) on Thursday, May 28 at Round Hills Pines Beach Resort from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. These mixers present the perfect opportunity for business owners, employees and entrepreneurs to make lasting connections with fellow South Shore professionals while supporting a local business.

Forum on aquatic invasive species at Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
May 21, 2015 - 5:00pm

What are homeowners in the Tahoe Keys doing to fight aquatic invasive species (AIS)? How successful was the pilot research project to reduce the Asian clam population in Emerald Bay, and what does it mean for future control projects? What does the latest research say about whether quagga mussels could survive in Lake Tahoe?

BAHM! at Basecamp Hotel

Event Date: 
June 25, 2015 - 5:30pm

Join us on Thursday, June 25 at Basecamp Hotel for a very special Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM) in Basecamp's new bar!

Enjoy some libations and make new connections then get down to basics - BUSINESS basics!

It's important to know the basics, like maintaining a professional appearance with headshots and using interesting (and correct!) business cards. Now we're not saying that image is everything, but a professional image certainly doesn't hurt and we're trying to make it a little bit easier for you!

Location

Basecamp Hotel
4143 Cedar Ave South Lake Tahoe, CA.
United States

Free physicals for South Shore student athletes

Event Date: 
June 1, 2015 - 5:30pm

Barton Health, Tahoe Center for Orthopedics, and Lake Tahoe Unified School District are offering free sports physicals for student athletes.

South Shore students can receive medical and orthopedic screenings from Barton Health’s Tahoe Center for Orthopedics on Monday, June 1 at the South Tahoe High School Blue Gym.

The sports physicals start at 5:30 p.m. with the schedule as follows:

5:30 p.m.: South Tahoe High & Middle School athletes
6:00 p.m.: Pop Warner athletes
6:30 p.m.: Whittell High & Middle School athletes

Countdown to Amgen: Local events embrace women's cycling

As South Lake Tahoe prepares to host Stages 1 & 2 of the AMGEN Tour of California Women's Race on May 8-9, people are working throughout the community, preparing for all of the events surrounding the world class cycling event.

There is a VIP reception and team presentation at Riva Grill on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

South Lake Tahoe fundraiser for Health 2 Humanity

Event Date: 
May 9, 2015 - 5:00pm

What started as a project started in a Southern California dorm room by a South Tahoe High graduate has grown into an organization that helps out those in need throughout Africa.

John Cefalu was just 18 years old when he started making soap in his dorm room. He decided to leave the world better than he had found it. Those small efforts in the dorm were the beginnings of Health 2 Humanity.

Full entertainment schedule in South Lake Tahoe

May 1-3 Mark Pitta / Jack Coen @ Improv at Harveys
Genoa Cowboy Festival feat. Lacy J Dalton and the Dalton Gang, The Western Flyers, Richard Elloyan, Steve Wade, Larry Maurice, Mike Beck, Gary Allegretto, Walt Cheney, Belinda Gail, All Hat No Cattle, Sourdough Slim, Tony Argento, Ken Gardner, John and Betsie Elliott, Ed and Connie Kretschmer, The Mountain Girls, Cowboys By Night, McAboy Lane, CW & Mr. Spoons, Don S. Thompson, Michael Fischer, Dianna Borges, Kim Copel @ Genoa, NV
Live music w/ Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
May 01 1 year anniversary party w/ DJ Trek @ Xhale

Kudos: Speed networking success

South Shore community members felt the need for speed networking on Thursday, April 30 at Lucky Beaver Bar & Burger. Attendees participated in speed networking rounds resulting in new business connections during Tahoe Chamber’s Need for Speed Networking Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM!). The speed networking rounds enabled attendees to easily meet new people and learn more about their partner’s local business.

Local's Day at Lake Tahoe Golf Course: Rounds of golf as well as fun foot golf

Event Date: 
April 22, 2015 - 9:00am

Lake Tahoe Golf Course is hosting their annual Local’s Day with a BioBlitz/Earth Day event on Wednesday, April 22nd from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. BioBlitz is a species counting competition organized by Audubon International to create awareness among golfers and the community about the environmental value of the habitats supported by golf courses.

Lake Tahoe Golf Course is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.

Cinco de Mayo festival to support local charity

Event Date: 
May 1, 2015 - 5:00pm

The South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center (a non-profit public benefit agency) announces its 12th annual Cinco De Mayo festival at Heavenly’s California Lodge on Friday May 1st from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Location

Heavenly's California Lodge
3860 Saddle Rd
United States

BevMo! opens 157th store in South Lake Tahoe

Long awaited BevMo! opened with much fanfare Friday morning to a large crowd in South Lake Tahoe. A line of an estimated 225 people formed in front of the store prior to the 9 a.m. ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony.

First in line was local resident Dayton Hirsch. "I didn't think I'd be first when I got here at 7:15 a.m.," Hirsch said. As he walked in the door he, and the next 499 people, all received a mini-soft sided cooler complete with a martini shaker, drink recipe book, cup and assorted BevMo! and vendor gifts.

Food, fun and entertainment at South Shore Business Expo

Over 1,500 people attended the Tahoe Chamber's annual Business Expo at Harrah's Tahoe on Friday. Hundreds of businesses and dozens of volunteers created an evening that won't soon be forgotten.

Need for Speed Networking BAHM!

Event Date: 
April 30, 2015 - 5:30pm

We've got the need... The need for speed - networking, that is!

Enter the danger zone and get to know your peers during lighting fast speed networking at this special BAHM! on April 30 at Lucky Beaver Bar & Burger.

You'll have three minutes to get to know your partner & learn more about his or her business before meeting someone new. You'll walk away from this BAHM! with new connections for your professional life! Speed networking will last 45 minutes, so you'll have plenty of time to mix and mingle before and afterwards. Speed networking is optional if you do not wish to participate.

Location

Lucky Beaver Bar & Burger
31 US Highway 50, Suite 104 Stateline, NV
United States

Friday's Business Expo to feature 100 local businesses

The most innovative South Shore businesses will exhibit at the 2015 Business EXPO: Innovation in the Basin on Friday, March 27. The largest business and networking event of the year, Tahoe Chamber’s Business EXPO includes 100 local businesses ranging from restaurants and resorts to recreation providers to retailers. The event includes food and drink tastings, giveaways and a new networking lounge sponsored by the City of South Lake Tahoe, Winters Construction Group and Red Carpet Events and Design.

Who needs snow for snowshoe cocktail race finale?

Event Date: 
March 21, 2015 - 7:00pm

In true Tahoe fashion, a lack of snow has brought out the creative planning by the organizers of the annual Camp Richardson Snowshoe Cocktail Race. The popular race will take place on the beach in front of the Beacon Bar and Grill. If the weather forecast holds out, the race will be on sand instead of snow.

Racers will go head to head in the finale of Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races March 21 at 7 p.m., with registration starting at 5 p.m.

Tahoe Douglas Rotary fundraiser breaks records; Honors first responders

While the Tahoe Douglas Rotary's annual St. Patrick's Day fundraiser has always been a local's favorite, this year's event created such a buzz around town that it actually sold out a month ago.

On Friday, March 13, 650 people filled Harrah's Convention Center for an evening of first responder honorees, an inaugural digital silent auction, a wine and beer bar with televisions to watch the bidding from as well as a red carpet with "paparazzi" to record the evening.

Sierra-at-Tahoe latest resort to close due to drought

Sierra-at-Tahoe is the latest Lake Tahoe area ski resort to announce that it will suspend operations, beginning Monday, because of the lack of snow brought on by the ongoing drought in the west.

Dirty Cello to perform at Park 968's CoffeePub

Event Date: 
March 14, 2015 - 7:30pm

Described as "B.B. King meets Yo-Yo Ma," Dirty Cello from San Francisco will be performing in South Lake Tahoe at Park 968's CoffeePub on Saturday, March 14.

Dirty Cello, led by Rebecca Roudman, will be bringing their unique sound to the South Shore during their west coast tour. Described as crossover cellists, Dirty Cello presents a high energy mix of soulful blues, swingin’ gypsy jazz and wild Euro-gypsy dance music.

Soup and salad bar opens in South Lake Tahoe

It took several more months than planned, but Soup Tahoe is now open on the South Shore.

In September, South Tahoe Now announced that SUP Tahoe would be converted into Soup Tahoe during the non-summer months where stand up paddling isn't as popular.

"There were many more regulations than we first figured into our business plan," said owner Eddie Smith of the delay in opening. Smith and his wife, Kimberly, got the doors opened to Soup Tahoe last week.

Celebrities practicing moves for Dancing With the Tahoe Stars

Event Date: 
March 7, 2015 - 6:30pm

Five, six, seven, eight. Dancers will always have numbers in their head as they count out the beat, and those participating in the annual Dancing With the Tahoe Stars are no doubt experiencing just that as they wrap up their final two weeks of rehearsals.

There's an old saying: "Writing about art is like dancing about architecture." After watching rehearsals this week I starting searching for the words to start as I found that translating the movement of the human body into something written down to be a frustrating process.

So instead, I'll focus on those who are participating.

Snowshoe cocktail races continue at Camp Richardson

Event Date: 
February 21, 2015 - 7:00pm

Run. Balance. Win. Oh, and attempt that in snowshoes.

The next in a three-part series of Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races, is set for Feb. 21, at 7 p.m. Racers, cocktail trays in hand, navigate through obstacles and up and down the beach. The winner is the fastest and driest at the finish. Prizes range from dining certificates and marina rentals. Registration is free in multiple race categories. www.camprichardson.com

Who: Novice, amateur and expert snowshoe racers (Snowshoes are provided.)

No dogs allowed — in the bar

Chances are, the beast sitting on the bar stool next to you won’t be a real dog.

A measure heard Monday by the Senate Government Affairs Committee seeks to allow operators of stand-alone bars, saloons and taverns to allow dogs inside their establishments without interference from local government overseers.

But county health officials testified against Senate Bill 105, sponsored by Sen. James Settelmeyer, R-Minden.

Settelmeyer introduced the bill at the request of Karen Woodmansee, editor of the Virginia City News in Storey County. She also works at a local casino.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers free Valentine's Day concert

Event Date: 
February 14, 2015 - 9:00am

You can celebrate the likes of Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Usher and Beyonce at the Hard Rock Hotel this Valentine's Day. No, they won't be performing at the new resort's music venue, Vinyl, but The Peelers will. They are a San Francisco cover band who play other favorites perfect to dance the night away.

February Music Scene: Jefferson Starship, Lewis Black, Winstrong, Love and Light, ALO

February 01 Unkle Funkle @ McP's
Super Bowl Party @ Himmel Haus
Seraphin @ Northstar
February 02 Mark Wilson @ McP's
Ben Fuller @ West Shore Cafe
DJ Lambchop @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 03 Coop Da Loop, Dub Coling, Resonant Language @ Whisky Dick's
Buddy Emmer Blues Band @ Harrah's
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 4-8 Alan Havey / Joe Dosch @ Improv at Harveys
February 04 Zebuel, Haylestorm, IJV @ The Grid
Chris Emmington @ fat Cat Cafe
February 05 The Saddle Tramps @ Hard Rock Hotel
Taking Root @ Rojo's

STHS grad returns to the South Shore as Hard Rock's new Executive Chef

Nothing like returning to your hometown with a bang in the midst of the biggest thing to happen in South Lake Tahoe in quite some time. Jonathan Snyder, a 1991 graduate of South Tahoe High, returned to his roots Wednesday as the Executive Chef at the newly opened Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Snyder greeted the media on Wednesday during the media tours of the hotel, restaurants and casino.

2015 Business Expo: Innovation in the Basin

Event Date: 
March 27, 2015 - 4:00pm

The annual Business EXPO is the most dynamic business event of the year and showcases TahoeChamber members raising the bar in business. Expose the South Shore community to what your business has to offer, as well as your new products, promotions or programs for 2015. Make new partnerships, business connections or possible clients.

The 2015 Business EXPO: Innovation in the Basin is an outstanding opportunity for all Chamber member businesses to promote products and services, network among other business owners and discover new resources on the South Shore.

Location

Harrah's Convention Center
Stateline, NV
United States

Tahoe Douglas Rotary's 47th St. Patrick's Day Celebration to honor first responders

Event Date: 
March 13, 2015 - 6:00pm

The 47th Annual Tahoe Douglas Rotary's St. Patrick's Day Celebration has some added extras this year to make this time honored tradition even more fun than usual.

On March 13, 2015, the Rotarians will open the doors at Harrah's Tahoe to the public who will be treated to the first ever First Responders Recognition evening tied into the traditional St. Patrick's Day event.

Coldwell Banker McKinney & Associates celebrates its 30th anniversary

Coldwell Banker McKinney’s team of over 30 professionals has been providing services for clients since 1978 in South Lake Tahoe. Their award winning office in the heart of the community and they call themselves the most established and experienced real estate company in the City.

2015 Business Expo: Innovation in the Basin

The annual Business EXPO is the most dynamic business event of the year and showcases TahoeChamber members raising the bar in business. Expose the South Shore community to what your business has to offer, as well as your new products, promotions or programs for 2015. Make new partnerships, business connections or possible clients.

This year's EXPO will be held on March 27 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Harrah's Tahoe.

Location

Harrah's Convention Center
Harrah's Lake Tahoe
United States

Kudos: Tahoe Chamber thanks the community for generous donations to charity

Tahoe Chamber thanks the community for supporting local food banks at the Annual BAHM! for Charity at Riva Grill on Thursday, January 15. Over 100 people attended and together we raised $3,650 for charities Christmas Cheer All Year and Bread and Broth. We couldn’t have been more pleased with the turnout and the amount of donations we received. We’d like to thank Riva Grill for hosting the event and providing the generous spread.

Top employees honored by El Dorado County Probation Department

Employees from the El Dorado County Probation Department were recently honored for the public safety services they provide to the community.

The award categories and recipients were as follows:

Bob Bensen Memorial Award for Deputy Probation Officer of the Year: Deputy Probation Officer II Brian Dolcini (Shingle Springs Field Office)
Employee of the Year: Administrative Technician Jackie Walker (Shingle Springs Field Office)
Special Award Presentation: Deputy Probation Officer - Institutions: Matt Flager (Posthumously)

968 Hotel is only South Lake Tahoe hotel featured on Travel Channel series

“Hotel Showdown” squares off four different hotels against one another in a
winner-take-all competition. Representatives from the competing hotels spend the night at each other’s property, and with an exacting eye for detail, award points for every aspect of their experience. The highest-rated hotel wins a coveted $25,000.

The hour long episode featuring South Lake Tahoe’s 968 Park Hotel is titled ”Cat’s Out of the Bag with a Gun Show” and premieres Tuesday, January 27 at 9:00 p.m. PST.

Local favorite McP's reopens in new South Lake Tahoe location

There was no "open" sign in front nor was there any announcement that Wednesday would be the opening day for the new McP's Taphouse in the Stateline area of South Lake Tahoe. Yet, the bar was packed and the outside seating was starting to fill up by late afternoon.

Pete Joseph and business partner, former Navy Seal Greg McPartlin, put a lot of work into the 6,000 square foot found building at the end of the new Chateau and across the street from Harveys.

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

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

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

Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races start on January 17

Event Date: 
January 17, 2015 (All day)

Can you run in snowshoes? Can you run and carry a tray full of drinks in snowshoes? How about just watching people try?

The start of Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races, a three-part series, is set for Jan. 17, at 7 p.m.

Racers, cocktail trays in hand, navigate through obstacles, and up and down the beach. The winner is the fastest and cleanest at the finish.

Tahoe Chamber Business After Hours Mixer to support local charities

Event Date: 
January 15, 2015 - 5:30pm

The holidays may be over, but the season of giving continues this month as Tahoe Chamber hosts its Annual BAHM! for Charity at Riva Grill on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 p.m. This yearly Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM!) supports local charities with all proceeds going to Christmas Cheer All Year and Bread and Broth.

Lake Tahoe music, events and concerts for January 2015

January 2015 in Tahoe: Kool and the Gang, G. Love and Special Sauce, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, The Guess Who

January 1-4 John Henton / Sean Kent @ Improv at Harveys
January 01 Rustler's Moon @ Bar of America
George Souza Trio @ Moodys Bistro
January 02-03 National Soul @ Bar of America
Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
January 02 Jesse Kalin @ The Beacon
Crystal Basin Wine Tasting @ 968 Park Hotel
The Novelists @ Moodys Bistro
January 03 Mark Hummel, Elvin Bishop, Rick Estrin, Little Charly Baty @ Harrahs
Tom Dickson @ The Beacon
Bison @ Sierra at Tahoe

Two new bear cubs at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care

Just when Tom and Cheryl Millham of Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care thought they could rest from the busy bear year they had in 2014, they received phone calls which brought new small cubs to live at their South Lake Tahoe facility.

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