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Curious about safely canning your own food at home? Whether you’re looking to stock your shelves with food basics or you want to make gourmet pickles and dessert sauces, learn why and how canning works. Homemade jars of shelf-stable food with ingredients you control and can pronounce are a treasure for busy people who need a quick meal after a busy day.

Attend the next class presented by the UCCE Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County at the SLT Library on February 11 from 1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m.

First Book Sale of 2017! Come get some new Springtime Reading at the South Lake Tahoe Library on Rufus Allen Blvd at 10:00 a.m. The sale will have hundreds of previously read, some new, and all loved books (movies and music, too).  Remember Friends of the Library members get in an hour early for the best selection, join now or day of.

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"The Genes of Jeans" Join the Friends of the Library as genealogst Kathleen P. Clemence presents J.W. and AnnieDavis: Their Riveting Lives. As the well-known inventor of riveted work pants, much has been written about Jacob William “JW” Davis, some fact and some fiction. The fact that the world’s favorite item of clothing was invented and patented in Reno by him is unknown to most locals and denim fans worldwide…but not for long. Having followed numerous paper trails, Clemence will present the true story of Davis and his family, based on documented evidence.

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What's going on this weekend in South Lake Tahoe:

Join Sierra Strings of Tahoe for a morning of music, ushering in winter and the holiday season on December 3, 2016 at 11:00 a.m This locally celebrated group will enchant you with a variety of songs. Free and open to all ages, light refreshments provided. At the South Lake Tahoe library.

Zawadisha's annual Holiday Bazaar returns this holiday season on Saturday, December 3 at the Blue Angel Cafe in South Lake Tahoe from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The newest lakefront resort being built on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe is set to open in June, 2017, and reservations for the 154 room Edgewood Lodge are already being taken.

On a tour this week of the new lodging property located within the grounds of the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, work crews could be seen working on the swimming pool, the rooms, lobby, spa, restaurant, the stone fence and all other aspects of the resort which will give visitors a new taste of luxury.

Adults looking to get their high school equivalency, take workforce readiness classes, or explore individualized career and educational pathway planning are invited to attend an informational session at Lake Tahoe Community College on November 9.

LTCC’s Adult Education Consortium, called ADVANCE, is establishing a solid network of providers, services, and industry partners throughout the South Tahoe and Alpine communities to ensure adults have access to a broad range of opportunities to help them “learn, earn, and grow” in their education, career and community.

Join Sierra Strings of Tahoe for a morning of music, ushering in winter and the holiday season on December 3, 2016 at 11:00 a.m This locally celebrated group will enchant you with a variety of songs. Free and open to all ages, light refreshments provided.

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Please join us for "A Friends of the Library Gathering" at the Libray on November 15, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Your "FOL" runs on volunteer power. Come elect those willing to serve as officers for the 2016-17 year. Help is always needed on committees, too and there will be a sign-up sheet with descriptions to encourage those who want to be part of our Volunteer Corps.

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For more than a decade, Branch has been writing about life in Nevada’s Great Basin Desert with an audacity, lyricism, and wit that is uniquely his own, and on Thursday, October 20, he brings that humor to Lake Tahoe Community College at 8:00 p.m.

The LTCC Writers' Series event with Branch will be held in LTCC’s Roberta Mason Library. This event is free and open to students and the community.

The entire community is invited to Lake Tahoe Community College for a talk with author and anthropologist Enrique Martinez Curiel on Monday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Aspen Room (library building). This is a free presentation that will be delivered in Spanish.

For the first time since 2008, El Dorado County’s Public Housing Authority will open its Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List. The Housing Choice Voucher Rental Assistance Program (formerly known as Section 8) is funded by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and provides rental assistance to income qualified individuals and families. Applicants must be United States citizens or have eligible immigration status.

Due to a venue conflict, the 2016 FireFest will be held at Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe on Saturday, September 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free event is open to the public.

Join us as Dr. Peter Mires, historical geographer and Carson City resident, presents an illustrated lecture on the rustic architecture of the Lake Tahoe region. Material for the talk comes from his recently published book "Lake Tahoe’s Rustic Architecture". As most Tahoeites know, rustic has become Tahoe’s brand; its expression extends beyond homes and resorts to include myriad forms―churches, stores, restaurants, and a host of ancillary structures among them. Although Dr.

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Three new art exhibits will be featured at Lake Tahoe Community College this fall and they will be celebrated with a free artist reception from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m on Thursday, September 29. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments with fellow art lovers.

The Friends of the Library are very excited to host Tony Rowell, presenting his new book, "Sierra Starlight". Tony is the son of wilderness photographer Galen Rowell, and has assembled an ambitious collection of nightscape photographs interspersed with facts and reflections on the landscape, as well as anecdotes about how some of his most awe-inspiring shots were captured.

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Roger Rosenberger, wildflower photographer extraordinaire, returns to share the current season of wildflowers in vivid photographs and impart advise on how to take your own breathtaking images. This year promises to be amazing. Joining Roger will be Julie Carville, launching her newest book, "Tahoe’s Spectacular Wildflower Trails". This helpful book will guide you along Tahoe’s trails and deeply into the wonders and stories of Sierra plants. Clear trail descriptions and rich natural history will open a world of discovery. An essential trail companion for naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Author Gary Noy will speak on his book, Sierra Stories: Tales of Dreamers, Schemers, Bigots and Rogues, in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Sunday, August 14, at 10:00 am.

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Magic Fusion at the Loft Theatre & Lounge. A perfect blend of intimate Magic & Comedy. (530) 523-8024. The Loft Theatre & Lounge at the Heavenly Village, 1021 Heavenly Village Way

Pope House Tour at the Tallac Historic Site - The Pope House Tour is the perfect way to see how the rich and famous lived while at Lake Tahoe, from the separate kitchen to the elegantly restored formal dining room. This docent guided tour takes approximately an hour and is filled with stories of early times. (530) 541-5227, Pope House at Tallac Historic Site, Heritage Way

Join us for a great chance to pick up those summer reads through hundreds of previously loved, and many new, books that are available. Friends of the Library members are allowed to come in at 9 AM. If you're not a member already, you may join the morning of. In addition to all the awesome books, the very entertaining local band, "Mo' Betta Blues Band", will be playing on the library lawn from 11:00 until 2:00 PM. So bring a picnic, purchase some books and enjoy live music at the library with a view.

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Join the Friends of the Library as award-winning author Cheryl Anne Stapp presents her newest book, "The Stagecoach in Northern California: Rough Rides, Gold Camps, and Daring Drivers". She lives with her husband in Sacramento and volunteers as a docent at Sutter's Fort State Historic Park. Cheryl has written often about the amazing history that surrounds her. Presented by the Friends of the Library and the Lake Tahoe Historical Society. Book sale and signing to follow. Free and open to all.

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There is a new resource in South Lake Tahoe for those seeking information on mental health resources. Finding help for someone experiencing a mental health crisis can be difficult and it can also be a lofty task for a family member or friend seeking support for a loved one in need.

Six mental health kiosks have been placed through the community, each one with a highlight of local mental health services available along with educational materials. Brochures are in both English and Spanish, and updated regularly.

The weather is starting to clear and temperatures are warming up, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend. Don't forget, when you are coming or going from the Lake Tahoe Basin, check out the Caltrans message board at http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Click on "Options" and "message boards." This handy tool shows you the exact time it takes to get from town over the mountain so you can stay longer and avoid the traffic!

Here is a list of some of the things to do on the South side:

Lake Tahoe Summer Kick Off Car and Bike Show at the Heavenly Village

Author and local historian Frank Tortorich will share his newest book, "John A. “Snowshoe” Thompson Pioneer Mail Carrier of the Sierra", a gripping account of the legendary life, legacy, and accomplishments of Snowshoe Thompson.

The author's knowledge and understanding of the Sierra emigration era serves as a background for what he has been able to express in this book. Join us in an amazing evening of history.

Book sale and signing to follow. Join the Friends of the Library in partnership with the Lake Tahoe Historical Society for this event free.

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The Lake Tahoe Community College Writers’ Series welcomes novelist and short story writer Daniel Chacón on Friday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. in LTCC’s library. Chacón will read selections from his works, answer audience questions about the writing process, and sign copies of his books, which will be available for sale. This event is sponsored by LTCC’s Equity Office, and is free and open to the public.