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'Reggae in the Pines' - a benefit music concert to raise funds for the Sugar Pine Foundation
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/27/2014 - 10:16am
Event Date:
September 6, 2014 - 8:00pm Join us for a night out!
The Sugar Pine Foundation and Himmel Haus are hosting a benefit music concert 'Reggae in the Pines' to raise money for planting 10,000 sugar pines in the Tahoe region.
Come enjoy some live music from local reggae band WEAPON, who are donating their services for free for the event, and Brewfish, a reggae/rock band from Long Beach, CA.
Will Eichelberger will be creating a LIVE ART MURAL, with lots of paints and a photo he captured, come check out his unique mixed-media art! He will also be donating one of his art pieces for the AUCTION!
Location
Himmel Haus German Bar & Restaurant
3819 Saddle Road
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Local students benefit from Soroptimist's Backpack Attack
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 3:38pm
Some South Lake Tahoe students in grades K-12 will be going to school on Monday with a backpack full of supplies filled up and donated by Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra.
Every year the group launches "Backpack Attack" to ensure students in need will have a new backpack and school supplies. JANSPORT donated 50 backpacks this year, and club members donated the items to go inside.
The backpacks are going to the families of clients at Live Violence Free.
American Legion and Gold Star Mom withdraw support from local event
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/20/2014 - 11:18pm
American Legion Post 795 has withdrawn all support and endorsement of the Forever Dreams for Veterans program scheduled at MontBleu on September 6, 2014. Gold Star Mom, Patty Smith, mother of Sgt. Timothy M. Smith who was killed in action, has also rescinded all support. The Rose of Love ride from the Carson City Harley Davidson site to the American Legion in South Lake Tahoe has been cancelled.
Enjoy music on the beach during Tahoe Arts Project's annual benefit
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/07/2014 - 7:27pm
Event Date:
August 21, 2014 - 7:00pm
Lake Tahoe musicians Niall McGuinness, Trey Stone and John Shipley will entertain the beach crowd during Tahoe Arts Project's Music on the Beach on Thursday, August 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The beach at Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa will be transformed into a sea of beach chairs, bottles of wine and appetizers as locals flock to watch the musicians will helping TAP raise money.
A donation of $10 per person will be collected at the entrance which is located by the front door of the Lodge.
Refreshments will be sold as well as raffle tickets.
Gary Noy, author of Sierra Stories: Tales of Dreamers, Schemers, Bigots and Rogues autographs books for local agency
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/25/2014 - 4:10pm
Event Date:
August 2, 2014 - 1:00pm Gary Noy, author of Sierra Stories: Tales of Dreamers, Schemers, Bigots and Rogues, will sign books and lecture as a Benefit for the South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center on August 2, 2014 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The author will make a presentation and sign books to help raise money for the agency.
The event will take place at the Center’s Bookworks Bookstore located at 3330 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe.
Location
Bookworks at Lakeview Plaza
3330 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 9
Where the highway meets the lake
United States
See map: Google Maps
Op/Ed: Growing the Economy is Not an Option, it’s a Necessity
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/14/2014 - 10:40pm
On June 17, 2014, the City Council held a workshop regarding the City’s five-year financial forecast and the overall economic forecast for the local community. While the forecast has improved, we need to attract substantial capital investment over the next ten years to grow the economy, meet the community’s needs and fund projects protecting the natural environment.
Tahoe Youth & Family Services hosts Color Blast Run In Genoa July 26
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/11/2014 - 9:14pm
Event Date:
July 26, 2014 - 9:00am
The inaugural Color Blast run with Tahoe Youth & Family Services in South Lake Tahoe last year lived up to it's name if you ask participants as "it was a blast!"
The agency is holding their first Genoa Color Blast fun run on Saturday, July 26th, 2014. This fundraiser will directly benefit TYFS programs and services for youth and families in the South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County communities.
South Lake Tahoe's 3rd Annual Fourth of July Parade Ready to Entertain
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/28/2014 - 11:19pm
"I believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival," the 2nd President of the United States John Adams wrote to his wife, Abigail. "It ought to be celebrated by pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other..."
Adams wrote of the country's celebration of America's independence on July 4.
South Lake Tahoe will have many of those activities for everyone to enjoy, including a parade!
LTVA Passes on South Lake Tahoe Fireworks to Douglas County Visitor's Authority
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/25/2014 - 2:40pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority has passed on the proverbial fireworks torch to the Tahoe Douglas Visitor's Authority.
In a move created by last year's fireworks lawsuit, the LTVA board was advised by legal counsel to seek an alternative sponsor and acted on that advice according to LTVA Executive Director Carol Chaplin.
The TDVA begins sponsorship this year.
DMV Offers Opportunities for Public Comment on AB60
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/20/2014 - 11:45pm
Californians are invited to attend public hearings being held by the Department of Motor Vehicles on AB60, the state law that directs DMV to issue driver licenses to undocumented California residents.
While no hearings are held in South Lake Tahoe, there will be one in each Southern California and Northern California as well as an on-line telecast.
A live webcast of the hearings will be available. For a direct link, please visit the DMV web page at http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/ab60 during the hearings.
Grand Jury Report Released for El Dorado County: "Thread of Dysfunction"
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/20/2014 - 8:55am
The El Dorado County Grand Jury has released their final report for the 2013-14 year and several South Lake Tahoe situations have been brought to light.
According to Jury Foreman Neil Cunningham, the jury compiled 20 reports and recommendations which were created as they followed up on inquiries from citizens and Grand Jury required inspections.
LTCC Hosts "Taste of Gold" at Ledbetter Terrace on July 12
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/15/2014 - 10:05pm
Event Date:
July 12, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College hosts an evening of food, wine and world class entertainment at their summer event, The Taste of Gold. It will be held in the Demonstration Garden at the Ledbetter Terrace on Saturday, July 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
it is a great event held on a perfect summer evening and is Tahoe's BEST outdoor wine and food party! All proceeds benefit the LTCC Foundation, which supports student scholarships and academic programs.
Boys and Girls Club Teens to Build Paddle Boards
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/07/2014 - 10:51pm
Thanks to Tahoe Maritime Museum and a generous grant from the Lana Vento Charitable Trust, there is an exciting opportunity at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe this summer. During the first weeks of summer a selected group of teen members will work together with Tahoe Maritime Museum volunteers to build Kaholo Stand Up Paddleboards from Chesapeake Light Craft.
Third Annual Moose Lodge Yard Sale and Silent Auction in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/02/2014 - 9:37amEvent Date:
June 7, 2014 - 10:00am
A community yard sale and silent auction like no other! Moose Lodge #1632 will have their 3rd Annual event at the lodge, located at 961 Eloise in South Lake Tahoe from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
There will be quality items including antiques and a silent auction that includes two tickets to a Giants vs. LA game and two tickets to the Giants vs. Pirates game which are located behind home plate in San Francisco (parking included).
All proceeds benefit the local Moose Lodge and Moose Charities
Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills “Day of Giving” at the Food Bank of El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/23/2014 - 9:48pm
Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills’ IT Shared Services division offered its community “Day of Giving” services to benefit the Food Bank of El Dorado County. About 50 volunteers arrived at the Food Bank warehouse Tuesday to sort and bag food for three hours, racking up more than 130 hours in volunteer services. In the days leading up to their “Day of Giving”, Blue Shield employees hosted a department wide food drive bringing in 230 pounds of food for El Dorado County’s at-risk population.
Kudos: Boy's & Girl's Club of Lake Tahoe Spirit of Spring
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/19/2014 - 6:50pm
The Annual Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Spirit of Spring Fundraiser was held on Tuesday, May 13 at Edgewood Tahoe from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
All proceeds from this evening of food and wine will benefit the local kids -- helping them be great!
Guests were treated to name vintages, cordials and beer for the evening courtesy of Southern Wine and Spirits and appetizers buffet courtesy of Edgewood Tahoe.
Vote Online to Help South Lake Tahoe Projects Receive Raley's Reach Grants
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/05/2014 - 1:08am
Our Community has the opportunity to benefit from a Raley's grant program that will give money to the 10 most popular projects in many regions of California (138 projects submitted in total) . Several of our community members have submitted proposals for projects that would benefit The Environment; Health; or Kids and at least 4 proposals have been made for projects at one of our schools or for the entire school district. (There are other Tahoe proposals as well.)
Boys and Girls Club Holds Annual Spirit of Spring
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/21/2014 - 10:25pm
Event Date:
May 13, 2014 - 7:30pm
The Annual Lake Tahoe Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Spirit of Spring Fundraiser will be held on Tuesday, May 13 at Edgewood Tahoe from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
All proceeds raised during this evening of food and wine will benefit the local kids -- help them be great!
Your $40 ticket gets you in the door and treated to name vintages, cordials and beer for the evening courtesy of Southern Wine and Spirits and appetizers buffet courtesy of Edgewood Tahoe.
Four auction packages all valued over $1,000 include travel and lodging packages, restaurants, activities, entertainment and more.
Study: Investing in Forests Reduces Megafires and Saves Millions
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/10/2014 - 8:56pm
Proactive forest management activities can reduce high-severity fire by up to 75%, save up to three times the cost of fighting forest fires and bring added benefits to people, water and wildlife according to a study released today.
Grants Available For Those That Serve the South Lake Tahoe Community
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/07/2014 - 9:47pm
$25,000 will be awarded to South Lake Tahoe groups that make a difference in the health and wellness of individuals in the community.
Barton Health will award grants to organizations that serve underserved populations and have a lasting impact on the community’s well-being.
In this grant cycle, Barton Health will fund programs that address the South Lake Tahoe community’s most pressing health needs. Based on the 2012 Community Health Needs Assessment, the top three health concerns are substance abuse, access to healthcare, and mental health.
Puppy Mill Protest in Reno on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/03/2014 - 10:55pmOrganizers are expecting a large turnout at Saturday's anti-puppy mill demonstration in Reno at the corner of Neil Rd and S. Virginia Street from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
"The event is being called to show the Reno and Sparks City Councils and the Washoe County Commission that citizens mean business when it comes to a ban on the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in retail stores in Reno, Sparks and Incline Village," stated Billy Howard, Founding Organizer for the popular initiative Puppy Mill Free Reno/Sparks/Washoe.
El Dorado County Agencies Team Up to Combat Fraud
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/03/2014 - 10:32pm
Committing welfare fraud and avoiding prosecution in El Dorado County is difficult thanks to the diligence of the El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) and District Attorney's Office who are working together to identify, investigate and prosecute cases. Last year alone, their administrative oversight and teamwork resulted in the referral of over 200 cases and the recovery of over $340,000.
Lakeside Inn and Casino Returns Cattle Grazing to Historic Lake Shore Meadow
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/31/2014 - 3:12pm
April 1, 2014 (Stateline, Nev.) -- Lakeside Inn and Casino announced the United States Forest Service would be processing a permit for livestock grazing in Rabe Meadow, land adjacent to the hotel/casino for the purpose of raising prime Angus beef for Brazilian Barbecue at its Latin Soul restaurant. Rabe Meadow has historically supported cattle grazing during summer periods on the shores of Lake Tahoe.
City of South Lake Tahoe Approves 3 Year Deal With SnowGlobe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/04/2014 - 10:08pm
With a vote of 4 to 1, the South Lake Tahoe City Council voted Tuesday to give SnowGlobe a three year contract to have their signature concert event in the city. Promoters will also be receiving an additional $25,000 in cash funding to run the event.
SnowGlobe brings in an estimated $6 million return on the City's investment through advertising, hotel bookings, money spent on food and supplies as well on international awareness of the unique concert in South Lake Tahoe.
The City of South Lake Tahoe Asks: What Do You Want to See at the Y?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:55am
Several South Lake Tahoe residents showed up at the presentation of the Tahoe Area Plan at the airport on Thursday. Most agreed that the area known as the "Y" needs to be changed with an area plan, but which direction to a take to a final plan is where people differ.
The evening consisted of a presentation by John Hitchcock, who is on loan to the city from the TRPA for this project as Planning Project Manager. After he spoke the group broke out into three breakout sessions, each focuses on one of three choices presented as the future concept for "Y" area.
Grants Awarded to Help With Watershed Restoration
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/20/2014 - 5:49pmThe Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board has approved a grant of $704,000 to the Truckee River Watershed Council for three watershed restoration projects that will correct detrimental impacts to streams and meadows from roads and historical logging activities.
The Vagina Monologues Return to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/20/2014 - 12:24am
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.
Lake Tahoe's 8th Annual Stars of Tomorrow Looking for Local Talent
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/16/2014 - 11:33pm
The Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe presents the 8th Annual STARS OF TOMORROW talent show. This is a wonderful opportunity for performing arts students in South Lake Tahoe grades 9th-12th to express themselves in public for their families, friends, and the community. Scholarship Awards will be given for First Place ($1,000), Second Place ($750), Third Place ($500), and Audience Favorite ($250).
Applications and contest rules are available from performing arts instructors and administrative offices. Or contact Dick VanBuskirk (530)-541-0891. Applications must be submitted by 2/28/14.
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals Announce New Scholarship Opportunity
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/05/2014 - 1:25pm
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals is teaming up with Startup Weekend Tahoe to send two of its members to the 54-hour business startup event in Truckee, March 7 – 9, 2014. TRYP’s Startup Weekend scholarships include business pitch coaching by local strategist, Megan Arneson, in preparation for the event’s open mic idea pitching. Applications are available at www.TahoeTRYP.org and must be submitted via email to TahoeTRYP@gmail.com by Friday, Feb. 21, 2014.
Celebrities Attend Grand Opening of The Landing in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/26/2014 - 2:08am
Model and television personality Heidi Klum hit the red carpet in South Lake Tahoe Saturday night to help celebrate the opening of the new luxury hotel, The Landing. She was joined by 10 time Grammy award winner Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, local business owners and associates.
The party highlighted what the hotel is bringing to the south shore: a 5 star boutique property with high end amenities, a beautiful onyx bar, a restaurant under the direction of a celebrated British chef, fire pits as well as a new wedding and event venue.
Leadership Lake Tahoe Hosts Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/18/2014 - 12:30am
Event Date:
January 23, 2014 - 6:00pm
Join Us for Wine, Spirits & Appetizers on Thursday, January 23 at the Riva Grill in South Lake Tahoe from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Silent Auction Items Include: Camp Richardson Vacation Package, Getaway San Diego Vacation Package, K2 Skis, Lake Tahoe Yoga Classes & many more!
All proceeds will directly benefit the Elevate Your View Lake Tahoe Leadership Summit 2014 to be held on May 10, 2014.
This one-day conference is meant to raise awareness and empower our community to improve the future of Lake Tahoe. More details on the conference can be found at www.ElevateTahoe.com
Young Frankenstein, The Musical at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2014 - 11:31am
Event Date:
January 26, 2014 - 2:00pm
It’s Alive! South Tahoe High presents the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” written by Mel Brooks. Performed with permission from Musical Theatre International.
Friday, Jan. 17th, 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 18th 7:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19th 2:00pm
Friday, Jan. 24th 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 25th 7:00pm
Sunday, Jan. 26th 2:00pm
Tickets $15 adults/$10 Seniors/$5 students
South Tahoe High TADA Theater
Saturday, Jan. 25th 5:00 pm
3rd Annual GALA Dinner to benefit PABA (Performing Arts Booster Assoc.)
Young Frankenstein, The Musical at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2014 - 11:30amEvent Date:
January 25, 2014 - 7:00pm
It’s Alive! South Tahoe High presents the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” written by Mel Brooks. Performed with permission from Musical Theatre International.
Friday, Jan. 17th, 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 18th 7:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19th 2:00pm
Friday, Jan. 24th 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 25th 7:00pm
Sunday, Jan. 26th 2:00pm
Tickets $15 adults/$10 Seniors/$5 students
South Tahoe High TADA Theater
Saturday, Jan. 25th 5:00 pm
3rd Annual GALA Dinner to benefit PABA (Performing Arts Booster Assoc.)
Young Frankenstein, The Musical at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2014 - 11:28amEvent Date:
January 24, 2014 - 7:00pm
It’s Alive! South Tahoe High presents the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” written by Mel Brooks. Performed with permission from Musical Theatre International.
Friday, Jan. 17th, 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 18th 7:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19th 2:00pm
Friday, Jan. 24th 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 25th 7:00pm
Sunday, Jan. 26th 2:00pm
Tickets $15 adults/$10 Seniors/$5 students
South Tahoe High TADA Theater
Saturday, Jan. 25th 5:00 pm
3rd Annual GALA Dinner to benefit PABA (Performing Arts Booster Assoc.)
Young Frankenstein, The Musical at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2014 - 11:27am
Event Date:
January 19, 2014 - 2:00pm
It’s Alive! South Tahoe High presents the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” written by Mel Brooks. Performed with permission from Musical Theatre International.
Friday, Jan. 17th, 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 18th 7:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19th 2:00pm
Friday, Jan. 24th 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 25th 7:00pm
Sunday, Jan. 26th 2:00pm
Tickets $15 adults/$10 Seniors/$5 students
South Tahoe High TADA Theater
Friday, Jan. 25th 5:00 pm
3rd Annual GALA Dinner to benefit PABA (Performing Arts Booster Assoc.)
Young Frankenstein, The Musical at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2014 - 11:26amEvent Date:
January 18, 2014 - 7:00pm
It’s Alive! South Tahoe High presents the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” written by Mel Brooks. Performed with permission from Musical Theatre International.
Friday, Jan. 17th, 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 18th 7:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19th 2:00pm
Friday, Jan. 24th 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 25th 7:00pm
Sunday, Jan. 26th 2:00pm
Tickets $15 adults/$10 Seniors/$5 students
South Tahoe High TADA Theater
Friday, Jan. 25th 5:00 pm
3rd Annual GALA Dinner to benefit PABA (Performing Arts Booster Assoc.)
Young Frankenstein, The Musical at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2014 - 11:24am
Event Date:
January 17, 2014 - 7:00pm
It’s Alive! South Tahoe High presents the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” written by Mel Brooks. Performed with permission from Musical Theatre International.
Friday, Jan. 17th, 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 18th 7:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19th 2:00pm
Friday, Jan. 24th 7:00 pm
Saturday, Jan. 25th 7:00pm
Sunday, Jan. 26th 2:00pm
Tickets $15 adults/$10 Seniors/$5 students
South Tahoe High TADA Theater
Friday, Jan. 25th 5:00 pm
3rd Annual GALA Dinner to benefit PABA (Performing Arts Booster Assoc.)
A Time of Giving: STAR Spreads Good Cheer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/26/2013 - 10:17am
The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) has spent the last several months spreading good cheer to local non-profits. They gave Christmas Cheer All Year $5,000 prior to the holidays and have now given both Tahoe Youth and Family Services and Live Violence Free $5,000.
It takes a Community to Make a Difference and What a Difference a Year Makes
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/20/2013 - 6:21pm
As 2013 draws to a close, it provides an opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of many this year. It was just a few short years ago, in the midst of the Great Recession, both public agencies and private companies throughout the basin were in the middle of layoffs, service reductions and unemployment hovering above 17%. Concerns regarding economic recovery were significant. Rather than buckling under, we buckled down, got things done and prepared for recovery.
Chief Probation Officer Appointed for El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/23/2013 - 10:31pmThe County of El Dorado and the Judges of the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado, are pleased to announce that Brian Richart has accepted appointment as El Dorado County’s new Chief Probation Officer. A unique position under California law, the Chief Probation Officer is appointed by the judges of the Superior Court, with the Board of Supervisors setting the salary and benefit levels. Due to the importance of this position, the Superior Court worked collaboratively with the Sheriff’s Department and county officials to select the best possible candidate.
Holiday Parade to Benefit Christmas Cheer
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/22/2013 - 5:36pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2013 - 3:00pm The 2nd Annual Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 3 pm. The parade will run a route from the top of Ski Run Blvd to the Y.
Shop Local, Benefit Women at Zawadisha’s Annual Holiday Bazaar
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/18/2013 - 4:19pm
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.
Sheriff John D’Agostini Acquires New Grant
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 7:09pm
Sheriff John D’Agostini is pleased to announce that the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded a two year $250,000.00 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Grant. The award from the US Department of Justice will be used to assist the Sheriff’s “Crisis Intervention Team” (CIT).
November Skibum
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 1:48am
The State of the City address by the Mayor was upbeat, informative and a real pat myself on the back (if any of them actually could) and see all the positive things we have done to improve the city while sugarcoating on how we actually got to a balanced budget.
Granlibakken to Host the Annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Conference
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/03/2013 - 10:36pmEvent Date:
November 9, 2013 - 8:00am
Everything from Yoga to plastic surgery to food and fitness will be covered during the Annual Lake Tahoe Women's Wellness Weekend at Granlibakken Lodge & Conference Center November 9-10. Speakers, women's health professionals, authors and others will present on a myriad of topics concerning women and their health.
Snowshoe Thompson Joins Others From the Past in a Historic Genoa Evening
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2013 - 3:58pm
Event Date:
November 8, 2013 - 7:00pm
Step back in time 150 years to Genoa of yester-year on Friday night, November 8 as Snowshoe Thompson, Sgt. William Coray and Stagecoach Driver Charley Parkhurst visit the Genoa Town Hall. This will be one of the first big Nevada Sesquicentennial Events and it will benefit the "Friends of Snowshoe Thompson" and the "Town of Genoa".
The show will be from 7 to 9 pm. There will be open seating, no host cocktails and door prizes. Donations of $12 for adults and $5 for kids can be paid for at the door.
3rd Annual TRYP Winter White Party to Benefit Boys & Girls Club
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2013 - 8:32pm
Event Date:
November 23, 2013 - 6:30pm
‘Tis the season to Empower Tahoe: the Tahoe Regional Young Professionals’ (www.tahoetryp.org) Annual Winter White FUNdraiser returns on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 6:30 - 10 p.m. at the Riva Grill in South Lake Tahoe. The themed holiday party supports TRYP’s professional development programs like workshops and scholarships, while also raising funds for the Boys & Girls Club of South Lake Tahoe. The theme is the color white so all attendees are encouraged to wear white!
League to Save Lake Tahoe Employee Wins Planning Award
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2013 - 12:59pm
The Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association has recognized League to Save Lake Tahoe Policy Analyst Shannon Eckmeyer, Esq., with a Citizen Planner Award for her work on Tahoe’s regional plan update and area plans. The award was announced at the chapter’s conference at Lake Tahoe this week.
The award goes to individuals who are not professional planners but who have advanced or promoted the cause of planning in the public arena.
Harrison Avenue Project and Final Adoption of Plastic Bag Ban Ordinance on Tuesday's City Council Agenda
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 7:54pm
Creating street improvements in the Harrison Avenue area sits atop the list of the City of South Lake Tahoe's Capital Improvement Project priorities. Better stormwater treatment, a bike path, lighting, safer pedestrian walkways and ADA improvements are coming to Harrison Avenue in 2014 and the city will vote Tuesday to ratify agreements between TRPA, the state and the city to move the project forward. The project is funded through several federal and local transportation fund sources.
"Rummage Sale" South Tahoe High Music Dept.
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/06/2013 - 5:16pm
Event Date:
October 12, 2013 (All day) South Tahoe Music Department "Rummage Sale"
Next Saturday Oct. 12th 9am-4pm at Emerald Bay Center for Women's Health 1154 Emerald Bay Road.
Donations for rummage sale can be dropped off on Friday, Oct. 11th at the Music Room #2 in the TADA Theater at South Tahoe High between 3pm - 6pm. All proceeds benefit South Tahoe Music Department. Thank You!
