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Lobby Book Sale SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 12:14pm
Event Date:
January 28, 2020 - 3:00pm The Friends of the Library are offering a Pop Up Book Sale in the library lobby. You'll find lots of mysteries, fiction, children’s books and a variety of non-fiction titles. $15 a bag, including all books in the lobby bookcase. Individual books sold at half price: $1 hardbacks, $.50 paperbacks, $.25 all children’s books and 2 magazines for a quarter. Stock up now for the next storm and fireside reads. Sale ends at 6PM.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Winning $14M lottery ticket sold at Raley's at the Y in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/19/2020 - 7:03pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Someone is $14 million richer after buying a Super Lotto Plus ticket at Raley's at the Y in South Lake Tahoe.
On Saturday night, six numbers were drawn by the California Lottery, and only one ticket matched all of them.
The lucky numbers were 6-7-20-27-42 and the mega-number 12.
A spokesperson at the SLT Raley's said they don't know who the lucky winner is and most likely won't know more until the three-day weekend is over.
Two people matched five numbers and won $17,513 each. The odds of matching all five plus the Mega number was 1 in 41,416,353.
New agreement in the works for 56-acre South Lake Tahoe downtown project
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 8:43pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The long-discussed 56-acre parcel in the middle of South Lake Tahoe is finally seeing movement again, and both the South Lake Tahoe City Council and El Dorado County Board of Supervisors (BOS) supporting further conversation. A formal agreement between the two is expected later in 2020 with another one-two years of public meetings, consultant review, and planning before plans are implemented. The California Tahoe Conservancy is funding the cost of the consultant, just as they did 30 years ago.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/14/2020 - 4:37pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - So many of Tahoe community members, organizations and businesses are helping Bread & Broth ease hunger in our community by sponsoring a B&B Adopt A Day of Nourishment. Kirkwood Mountain Resort, through the Vail EpicPromise grant program, is a frequent sponsor group that hosts six AAD sponsorships annually. To start off the new year, Kirkwood held its first Monday Meal sponsorship dinner on January 6.
Birth Announcement: First Baby of the Year 2020
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 4:46pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It took almost a full week of the new year to welcome in the first baby born at Barton Memorial Hospital. Everett James Haen came into the world at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7.
Everett was born at the hospital's Family Birthing Center to Robert Haen and Shaina Willen, MD. He weighed six pounds 15 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long.
Long time locals are the parents of first baby born in 2020 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 3:56pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It took almost a full week of the new year to welcome in the first baby born at Barton Memorial Hospital. Everett James Haen came into the world at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7.
Everett was born at the hospital's Family Birthing Center to Robert Haen and Shaina Willen, MD. He weighed six pounds 15 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long.
Letter: Facts show South Lake Tahoe VHRs not the bad guys
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/06/2020 - 4:36pmI successfully have been tracking the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Vacation Rental Enforcement for well over a year and it’s a wonder why vacation rentals continue to get a bad name? Yes, there are some issues but ultimately VHR’s are a relatively minor nuisance in the scheme of things.
Letter: 2020 goal to provide a safe place for South Lake Tahoe youth, teens and families
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/02/2020 - 3:45pm2018 – 2019 was a year of endings and new beginnings. Tahoe Youth & Family Services faced a lot of change. As we all know, change is hard but change can also be exciting. Both our staff and board are embracing the New Year with excitement and renewed energy.
The following are new programs that will be happening:
o Homeless program for youth 18 – 24 years in South Lake Tahoe, SLT
o Expanded SLT Host home program for youth under 18 including those youth who are involved with child welfare services, juvenile probation, and the McKinney Vento program.
Letter: County needs to protect residents from impacts of SnowGlobe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/02/2020 - 10:46amAgain, my family and I have been subjected to the invasive noise pollution inside our home from yet another SnowGlobe event. I live in the county near Sierra House School. I purchased this home to live in a quiet and peaceful alpine environment. Now, my home is 1.18 miles or 6,225 feet from a large and loud musical venue that violates noise regulations, creates pollution, and drains governmental resources in my community. All the while, I am paying tax dollars for services not rendered. It is very disappointing, to say the least!
"Successful" evening at SnowGlobe's first night in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 5:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With no arrests made by the South Lake Tahoe Police, CHP or El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, and no medical transports, and a fewer number of phone call/email complaints, the City of South Lake Tahoe is calling the first night of the 9th annual SnowGlobe Music Festival a success.
25 minors were issued citations for alcohol issues by the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) at SnowGlobe and they issued eight violations to businesses outside the venue.
Changes in layout planned to mitigate sound for 9th annual SnowGlobe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 10:40amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There have been changes over the past eight years with the annual outdoor music festival in South Lake Tahoe, SnowGlobe, and many of them are meant to mitigate sound that affects nearby neighbors.
The festival draws thousands of electronic dance music and festival fans from around the world December 29-31 each year.
Badges and Books: Holiday Edition at SLT Library
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 9:42pmEvent Date:
December 21, 2019 - 10:30am
It's time once again for Badges & Books, and on Saturday, December 21, the theme is "Holiday Style," complete with Officer Santa Claus!
Kids will read with officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department at the library starting at 10:30 a.m. They will read a special story with local law enforcement and learn what they do in the community.
The South Lake Tahoe Library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
City of South Lake Tahoe newsletter: At Lake Level
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 9:59pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The December edition of the City of South Lake Tahoe's "At Lake Level" has been released by City Manager Frank Rush. This month Rush covers SnowGlobe, the 56-acre site and a possible new Fire/EMS station for the community.
56-Acre Site
Music, food and dancing at South Lake Tahoe Senior Center grand reopening celebration
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 12:24amEvent Date:
December 28, 2019 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The social, nutritional, recreational and educational hub for South Lake Tahoe's senior citizens has been getting a much-needed facelift in their "great room", one which includes new flooring, heat and air, along with new technology and large screen televisions.
A Grand Opening Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 28 and the whole community is invited, both young and old. The Open House will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A full slate of activities is planned:
Sleigh rides, music, Santa and more part of annual Holiday in History in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 10:32pmEvent Date:
December 14, 2019 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe History Museum has transformed into a scene of Christmases past, and they are opening up to the whole community on Saturday, December 14 for the free annual Holidays in History Open House.
The museum opens its doors at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy book store specials, a decorated historic cabin, docent tours, and their special spiced cider, all until 7:00 p.m.
Then, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., join in all the reindeer fun! The party moves over to the SLT Recreation Center gym for an evening of free family enjoyment.
Second cannabis microbusiness approved by South Lake Tahoe City Council
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 12:33pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Perfect Union SLT, LLC is now the second cannabis microbusiness approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council under the new ordinance approved earlier this year.
Early Christmas presents for several groups in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 2:13amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado Community Foundation played Santa Wednesday night, handing out checks for 29 different projects in the South Lake Tahoe area that help both children, education and adults.
Over $50,000 was distributed to the following groups (with funded projects listed):
Community
Kiwanis Community Organization, Inc. - Coats for Kids
Juvenile Service Council of El Dorado County - Life Skills/Job Readiness program
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless - Coordinated Entry
Choices for Children - The Healthy Bottom Line Program
Crafting South Lake Tahoe's wireless communications facility ordinance
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/27/2019 - 1:56amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most will say their cell phone coverage isn't great in Lake Tahoe or is severely impaired on big tourist weekends such as the 4th of July. With the growth of remote workers coming to live in Lake Tahoe, better internet coverage is also needed for them to work, along with the needs of many others.
SLT Cancer League inaugural Winter Bazaar and See's Candy Sale
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 10:56pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2019 - 10:00am The South Lake Tahoe Cancer League is starting a new tradition and holding it's inaugural Winter Bazaar at the American Legion Post on Saturday, December 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The bazaar also marks the launch of their annual See's Candy Sale.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue holiday truck starts December 10
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 1:55pmThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue holiday engine schedule has been released. They will start their nightly runs at 5:00 p.m. and go until 8 p.m. In the case of a significant emergency or road conditions prohibit safe driving, a route may be postponed.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Holiday Engine Schedule
Tuesday, Dec 10 – Tahoe Keys/Venice
Wednesday, Dec 11 – Glenwood neighborhoods
Thursday, Dec 12 – Keys Blvd / State streets
Friday, Dec 13 – Barton/Tahoe Island
New officer sworn in for South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2019 - 8:47pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 2008 Douglas High School graduate is the newest member of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD).
Ryan Brown was sworn in by SLTPD Chief Brian Uhler in front of family, fellow officers, members of the SLT Fire Department and other staff members on Monday afternoon. He comes from the Alpine County Sheriff's Office where he spent four years as a deputy. Ryan has also been with the Nevada Air National Guard for six years.
Local man files temporary injunction; South Lake Tahoe cannabis permit process on hold
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 8:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is another delay in cannabis businesses being able to move forward in South Lake Tahoe.
Local business owner John Runnels filed a temporary injunction against the City of South Lake Tahoe, the City Council and the Development Services Director Kevin Fabino in Superior Court in Sacramento Friday afternoon. That action has put a temporary halt to all cannabis-related permits being processed in the city until a December 20 court date.
Public forum on new cell tower/telecommunication ordinance for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 3:48pmEvent Date:
November 20, 2019 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A community forum will be held on November 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to discuss the development and status of the new city-wide telecommunication facility (cell tower) ordinance for the City of South Lake Tahoe.
“Our goal is to listen to the community and hear the various perspectives to allow us to craft a responsive, well-thought-out set of regulations,” said Kevin Fabino, Development Services Director.
The meeting will be held at the SLT Recreation Center located at 1180 Rufus Allen
Volunteers sought as Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe opens new South Lake Tahoe office
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 10:55pmEvent Date:
December 10, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) will be opening an office in South Lake Tahoe to better serve the community and will be celebrating their grand opening on December 10, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The new location will be in mid-town adjacent to the former Sato Sushi, 3438 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. They will be offering a full list of services from cat adoptions to free vaccination clinics.
South Lake Tahoe Veterans Day: Because of you......
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 9:46pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was one of the largest crowds ever gathered at the American Legion to celebrate and honor local veterans. Part of that crowd were two 99-year-old veterans and a 2000 STHS graduate who will soon be a commander in the US Navy, veterans of other wars, family, first responders and community members.
Jake Krzaczek sworn in as South Lake Tahoe Police Department's newest officer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 5:52pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jake Krzaczek, the newest officer for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD), was sworn in Monday afternoon in front of a large crowd of family, friends, fellow officers from SLTPD, firemen and paramedics from SLT Fire Rescue, and other members of the community.
Officer Krzaczek, who is 24-years-old, was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe and graduated from STHS in 2013. He has been with the Alpine County Sheriff's Office as a deputy for the past two years.
New Sierra Boulevard officially unveiled with ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 10:58amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Almost six months after work on the rehabilitation of Sierra Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe began, an official ceremony dedicating its reopening was held Thursday.
"The Sierra Boulevard project is more than just a road project," said SLT Mayor Brooke Laine. "It is a quality of life project. Its completion brings more than a half-mile of bike and walking trails to this area."
Wildflower Wonderment at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 2:56pm
Event Date:
February 19, 2020 - 6:00pm Join the Friends of the Library, in partnership with the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS), as we ogle the amazing photographs (Bob discovered over 700 unique species) taken by Bob Sweatt last year for the Tahoe Wildflower Big Year (TWBY) which celebrates the hundreds of plant species that make the Tahoe region their home. This inspiring presentation will prepare you for all that Spring has to offer. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
All back open after overturned truck closes parts of road in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 9:59am4:00 p.m. UPDATE: Most likley it will be the rate of speed a truck driver was traveling at that caused a semi-truck carrying woodchips to overturn in South Lake Tahoe Monday morning.
The 51-year-old woman from Placerville who was at the wheel was traveling from the south on Emerald Bay Road/US50 when she attempted a right-hand turn onto Lake Tahoe Blvd./US50. The truck tipped over and the cab and woodchips slide over into the westbound lanes of Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Sierra Strings Free Holiday Concert at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 3:31pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2019 - 3:00pm This much loved concert is popular, so come early, meet with local authors first, and then enjoy this magical performance. Everyone is sure to leave feeling festive. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Winter Anthology of Authors at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 3:28pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2019 - 12:30pm This free event will feature a number of local authors presenting their books for sale. This pre-holiday gathering will make it easy to shop for your favorite bookworm or that person who has everything. This is a wonderful way to shop local and support your Library community. A raffle for door prizes generously donated by local businesses will be included. Immediately following the Anthology join us for a concert by Sierra Strings...
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
SLT Cancer League hosts Fall Festival Saturday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 1:49pmEvent Date:
October 26, 2019 - 10:00am
The South Lake Tahoe Cancer League is holding its inaugural Fall Festival fundraiser on Saturday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the American Legion.
Admission is free.
There will be vendors on hand to help you start your holiday shopping or complete fll decorating needs. Some of those with their displays include Sierra Paradise Gardens, Senegence Beauty, artist Jannette Hamman, Tupperware, and Color Street.
All proceeds from booth rental fees go directly to the SLT Cancer League.
The American Legion Post 795 is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Ameca and South Lake Tahoe connected by more than Sister City distinction
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 9:07pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A reception was held prior to Tuesday's City Council meeting, welcoming the contingent from the City of Ameca, Jalisco, Mexico prior to the signing of the official Sister City agreement between South Lake Tahoe and Ameca.
A large crowd was on hand to enjoy food, music and watch the exchanging of gifts between the cities.
South Lake Tahoe Highway 50 roadwork update
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 6:56pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Roadwork on a three-year $57 million project along Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe is coming to an end. Until November 1, crews will be working on some curb and gutter portions of the road along with some sidewalk repair. They will also be working on electrical components, landscaping, erosion control and painting of lines.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 12:24pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
9/25
11:15 a.m. - Burglary - Nadowa St - SUSPECTS ENTERED RESIDENCE AND STOLE PROPERTY.
City Council approves first cannabis development agreement for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 2:55pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During Tuesday's City Council meeting a development agreement with Redefining Organics, LLC was approved, making way for the first cannabis microbusiness since Tahoe Wellness was allowed to move operations from medical-use to adult-use cannabis.
Bat Week Celebrated at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 5:52pm
Event Date:
October 29, 2019 - 6:00pm Celebrate Bat Week. Sarah Hockensmith from the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science will share her love of Bats. Learn about these wonderful mosquito-eating creatures, their presence in our area and the contributions they make to the ecosystem. There will be bat specimens and we will listen to echolocation. Bring the kids! There will be treats but no tricks. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe LIbrary
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 4:57pmThe following 165 businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of May, June and July 2019:
MAY
5/1
BEACH HUT DELI
RIO NAILS SPA
STATELINE BREWERY & RESTAURANT
STATION HOUSE INN
5/2
BLUE MEADOW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
TAHOE TAX & ACCOUNTING SERVICES
5/3
ANNETTE HUTCHINSON PET SITTING
NORCAL ARCHITECTURE
5/4
ACCO ENGINEERED SYSTEMS INC
KS PLUMBING INC
OLD STAGE MOBILE HOME PARK
TACO BELL 036120
TACO BELL 036125
5/6
CAL HEAVENLY VALLEY MOBILE ESTATES
TAHOE BASIN BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS, LLC
TRUCKEE CREEK COTTAGES
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 11:31amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Report for 9/8 - 9/14:
9/8
4:15 a.m. - Verbal Dispute - Meyers
9:45 p.m. - DUI: Alcohol - Lake Tahoe Blvd - 29-YEAR-OLD MAILSUSPECT WAS ARRESTED FOR DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL.
200 people, young to old, joined Global Climate Strike in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2019 - 11:39pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the Global Climate Strike was taking place around the world will millions of people participating, approximately 200 people in South Lake Tahoe held their own on the shores of Lake Tahoe at Lakeview Commons.
Several speakers addressed the crowd, one bigger than organizers imagined.
"This is a fantastic turnout," said organizer Stephen Wright of South Lake Tahoe. "Kids even left school."
Wright was referring to a group of students who walked from South Tahoe High to Lakeview Commons (a 4-mile trek) to join in.
South Lake Tahoe 9/11 ceremony honors first responders and military
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 9:11pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was on this day in 2001 when a series of four coordinated terrorist attacks against the United States left 2,996 people dead, over 6,000 injured and causing at least $10 billion in infrastructure and property damage.
South Lake Tahoe joined communities around the country in honoring those who jumped in to rescue the survivors and joined in the fight against terrorism. At the American Legion, firefighters, police officers, veterans and community members gathered for a ceremony hosted by members of the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary.
Climate Strike South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:01pmEvent Date:
September 20, 2019 - 11:00am
This September, millions of people will walk out of their workplaces and homes to join young climate strikers on the streets and demand an end to the age of fossil fuels. The Global Climate Strike is taking place around the world September 20-27.
In South Lake Tahoe, people are gathering in solidarity with the global climate strike movement (https://globalclimatestrike.net/). The Climate Strike SLT will be Lakeview Commons on Friday, September 20 at 11:00 a.m.
Register here - https://actionnetwork.org/events/climate-strike-lake-tahoe-2?
Moose Lodge raises $14,000 for South Lake Tahoe Cancer League during Longest Day of Golf
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 12:35pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - From sunup to sundown, golfers recently hit the links at Tahoe Paradise Golf Course to raise funds for the South Lake Tahoe Cancer League. Sponsored by the Moose Lodge of South Lake Tahoe for 14 years, the Longest Day of Golf raised $14,000 to go to help local cancer patients.
On Friday a check was presented by tournament organizer Mary Luckel to the Cancer League during a barbeque at the Moose Lodge. The men and women of the Moose Lodge, the golf course and many local businesses helped the league during their Longest Day of Golf.
Lobby Book Sale at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 10:12am
Event Date:
September 25, 2019 - 3:00pm Start your Winter Reading library by shopping at the Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale. From 3 to 6, in the lobby, books will be sold a $15 bag sale or with individual items priced at half off the book case prices. SUCH DEALS. Get some bargains while helping your Library.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
New bike lanes, bike trail and reduced lanes in upcoming South Lake Tahoe project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/20/2019 - 10:45pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After three years of a major highway project through South Lake Tahoe from the Y to Trout Creek, a 2021 planned project will further address needs in South Lake Tahoe from Emerald Bay Road at the Y to Viking Road, the entrance to South Tahoe High School.
Book Sculpture Class Part 2 at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 7:28am
Event Date:
November 16, 2019 - 1:00pm The artists of My Thousand Words, Debbie and Rachel Lambin, are returning to show participants how to create amazing sculptures from used books and magazines. This classes focus will be creating a tree. This class is free and designed for adults. The books and sculpting materials will be provided. Join us for an incredible afternoon of creativity.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Setting the Story at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 7:02am
Event Date:
October 26, 2019 - 3:00pm Join local author and artist Angelica R. Jackson as she shares how real-life places, like the former Preston School of Industry (aka Preston Castle) in Ione, have shaped her fiction. Angelica's Faerie Crossed series of young adult, urban fantasy novels include a fictional castle based on Preston and the surrounding Mother Lode area. Plus, her ten years of photographing the landmark building led to a book of art photos (along with some ghostly experiences).
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Dog Trails Talk at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 6:59am
Event Date:
October 1, 2019 - 6:00pm Debbi Preston, author of 57 Dog-Friendly Trails in California's Foothills and the Sierra Nevada and "Tails" from the Trails will share her knowledge about best places to go with your best friend. In addition, she'll teach how to listen to your dog's instincts on the trail (being playful, attentive, social) and other helpful tips so both pet and pal are happy. Trails for October, November, and December outings in our area will be covered as well. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
The Creep Among Us - Golden State Killer – After The Arrest at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 6:56am
Event Date:
September 24, 2019 - 6:00pm Join the Friends of the Library as we welcome author Anne Penn. Ms. Penn, a relative of two of the murder victims, will discuss both of her books dealing with the Golden State Killer. Her first, Murder on His Mind, was written to try and help catch the criminal who the author knew was still in Sacramento. Her predictions turned out to be true. Ms. Penn will explain forensics, DNA and Genealogy in the final capture of the Golden State Killer. This is the true story of what we know about who this notorious killer is.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Why Research is so Important in Writing Mystery Novels at SLT LIbrary
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 6:53am
Event Date:
September 17, 2019 - 6:00pm Local author, JoAnn Conner, will discuss the importance of doing research when writing a mystery novel, and how this pertains to her own work. 'Heartwood' is historical fiction with a mystery woven in the story, while 'The Mountain' is a murder mystery revolving around the theft of Native American artifacts. The most challenging for Conner was launching her first series, featuring veteran Detective Frank Riley. 'Death Song' is a murder mystery that involved research on different forms of poisons, and how they are used. Book sale and signing to follow.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps