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2nd annual Reef's Run for Hydrocephalus Awareness returns to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 7:08pm
Event Date:
September 8, 2019 - 8:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The 2nd annual Reef’s Run for Hydrocephalus Awareness will be held at Round Hill Pines Resort on Sunday, September 8 at 8:30 a.m.
The run is in support of Reef Woldt, a three-year-old South Lake Tahoe boy with hydrocephalus, and all others will the condition that affects more than one million Americans.
Applications accepted for Tahoe Paradise Park board opening
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/21/2019 - 6:57pm
The Tahoe Paradise Recreation and Park District is now applications for an opening on their board of directors made vacant with the announced departure of Victor Babbit.
There is a five-person board for the park district and those interested in the open position can apply for the volunteer, unpaid position until September 16, 2019
Appointed directors set policy for the district and manage Tahoe Paradise Park.
Lake Tahoe fundraiser for Wildland Firefighter Foundation
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/20/2019 - 6:07pm
Event Date:
August 23, 2019 - 4:00pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Local Resident, George Waite is producing a special event for the community on Friday, August 23 at 4:00 p.m. at Kahle Community Park. It will be an evening of local bands with all gate proceeds going to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.
Bring chairs, blankets and coolers. No bottles and no dogs will be allowed.
There will be Tacos by Sombreros Catering for sale and a bounce house for kids.
The cost at the door is a $5 donation with kids ages 12 and under free.
Kudos: Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless thanks community for successful Tahoe Beach Bash
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2019 - 2:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless is proud to announce that the Tahoe Beach Bash was a huge success! We would like to extend a special thank you to The Beach Retreat and Lodge at Tahoe for their generosity in allowing us to host the Tahoe Beach Bash in their incredible lake-front outdoor space. The turnout for this event surpassed our expectations and we were able to raise much-needed funds to help us run our programs including the operation of the Warm Room and other outreach services on the South Shore.
Kudos: Juvenile Service Council thanks supporters
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 1:25pm
The Juvenile Service Council (JSC) of El Dorado County is a 501c3 all-volunteer organization serving at-risk youth ages 14-18 who are involved in the Juvenile Justice system. Often these young people are some of our community’s most vulnerable and underserved. They are at a time in their lives when they need our “village” to be there for them without judgment, with kindness and compassion, and with the resources to be able to provide them the tools to be able to forge the future successfully.
35th annual Great Gatsby Festival at Tallac HIstoric Site
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/09/2019 - 10:44pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Aug 11 2019 .
August 10, 2019 (All day)
August 11, 2019 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. This weekend marks the 35th annual Gatsby Festival and Tea at the Tallac Historic Site from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. August 10-11.
Celebrate life at Lake Tahoe in the 1920s. This free event includes exhibits, Vintage Market, food vendors, live jazz, antique vehicles, children's and family games, activities and more. 1920’s attire is encouraged but not required.
Enjoy a celebration of the Rip-Roaring ’20s with a variety of events including guided tours, vintage automobiles, historical talks, silent auction, family games and activities, food and drink.
Keep Tahoe Blue Labor Day Cleanup
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/07/2019 - 2:05pm
Event Date:
September 2, 2019 - 8:30am Monday, September 2 | 8:30 am - noon
Location: Kings Beach, North Lake Tahoe
The beaches can get thrashed with trash after the popular holiday weekend festivities. Help us keep our beaches clean! We provide cleanup materials, refreshments and a prize. Ride your bike to receive a special gift. Bring your reusable water bottle and friends!
For more information and to RSVP please visit https://www.keeptahoeblue.org/news/events/keep-tahoe-blue-labor-day-cleanup.
National Night Out celebrated in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/07/2019 - 7:43am
National Night Out is held across the country on the first Tuesday of August and is a time for the public to come together to learn how to be safer as a community. This year in South Lake Tahoe it was held at Bijou Elementary and had multiple agencies interacting with youth and adults with hands-on exhibits and activities.
El Dorado County probation staff shown appreciation during week-long celebration
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 9:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Not all employees feel appreciated by their bosses but that wasn't the case during a week set aside to honor probation employees around the country.
El Dorado County Chief Probation Officer Brian Richart honored staff with five special days during the week, all centered around popular food items.
Monday - Donut Day
Tuesday - Nacho Bar
Wednesday - Pancake Breakfast
Thursday - Cookie Bar
Friday - Jamba Juice smoothies
Staff expressed their appreciation for the special week which in the past was celebrated with a written proclamation.
Live Violence Free holding fundraiser at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:47pm
Event Date:
September 7, 2019 (All day)
Live Violence Free has announced their next fundraiser, An Afternoon of Peace & Harmony, that will be held at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 04:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Labor Day outdoor “Bohemian Rhapsody” movie, concert and laser show
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 10:27pm
Event Date:
September 1, 2019 - 5:30pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Harveys Lake Tahoe has added a new and unique attraction over the Labor Day Weekend. On Sunday, Sept. 1, it is the ultimate Queen experience with a sing-a-long screening of a special, unreleased version of the mega-hit movie “Bohemian Rhapsody” on the big outdoor screen in the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, a live performance by the Killer Queens and a Laser Light Spectacular.
Father Grace Memorial Golf Tournament
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 11:46am
Event Date:
August 29, 2019 - 1:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Father John Grace, the name synonymous with St. Theresa Catholic Church from 1956 to his passing on May 4, 2019, will be honored with the Father Grace Memorial Golf Tournament on Thursday, August 29 at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 12:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 116c incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from July 16-24, 2019.
7/16
Carbon monoxide incident - 1100 block Bowers Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 900 block Tallac Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 700 block Wentworth Ln
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - Eagle Falls Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1100 block Lodi Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2500 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
Holocaust Survivor & Author Leon Malmed to Speak
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 10:51am
Event Date:
July 28, 2019 - 7:00pm The Chabad at Lake Tahoe will welcome author and Holocaust survivor Leon Malmed for a special presentation and accompanying book signing of his memoir “We Survived … At Last I Speak”
In 1942, Malmed and his sister were separated from their parents in occupied France when Malmed was 5-years-old. His parents ultimately perished at the now infamous death camps of Auschwitz-Birkenau, and he and his sister never saw them again. Malmed eventually immigrated to the United States in 1964, and went on to live in New York for the next 18 years.
Wine tasting at Black Bear Lodge with Bella Grace Vineyards
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 5:25pm
Event Date:
July 23, 2019 - 5:00pm Wind down mid-July on a delicious and relaxing note! Please join us at Black Bear Lodge www.tahoeblackbear.com this Tuesday July 23, 5pm to 7pm in the back gardens for a special wine tasting with Bella Grace Vineyards www.bellagracevineyards.com . This sustainably-focused, family owned & operated vineyard is located just down the road in Amador County, with one of the few elite female winemakers in California.
Tasting flights are $10,and the cost is deducted from the price of any bottle purchased. Snacks and cheese pairings and our wine, beer, & bites menu will also be served.
What could addition of Accessory Dwelling Units mean for South Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/17/2019 - 9:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Perhaps you know of them as mother-in-law units, tiny houses in the backyard or an extra apartment above a garage for renters. The term Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) has become a popular one in describing these types of housing as the affordable housing conversation turns towards solutions.
From the California Department of Housing and Community Development:
What are the benefits of ADUs?
- ADUs are an affordable type of home to construct in California because they do not require paying for land, major new infrastructure, structured parking, or elevators.
Resident complaints lead to arrest of two men in Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 9:28am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Two men were arrested after residents of Incline Village reported concerns of suspicious and aggressive salesmen going door-to-door in their neighborhood on Saturday evening.
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the area of Carano Court and Oneil Way around 7:00 p.m. on July 13.
Upon arrival, they made contact with two subjects, later identified as Prince Ojionuka, age 30, and Torris Heckard, age 52. By that time, deputies were also contacted by several other residents who had similar complaints against the two men.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary honors Jonathan Thomas of American Century Investments
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 9:20am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - At the beginning of the 30th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe, the Tahoe Douglas Rotary club honored the CEO of America Century Investments, Jonathan Thomas. On the first tee in between the threesomes of Steph Curry, Justin Timberlake, Tony Romo and AJ Hark, Jordy Nelson, Aaron Rodgers, the local Rotary club presented Thomas with a Paul Harris Fellow.
The award was created by Rotary International for recognition of significant acts of service and generosity.
Violinist Alex Eisenberg Performs Sibelius With TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony; Beethoven and William Tell Also on Program
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 8:00pm
Event Date:
August 2, 2019 - 7:00pm Stellar violinist Alex Eisenberg joins TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for Sibelius’ phenomenal “Violin Concerto.” The concert opens with Rossini’s famous “William Tell Overture,” and closes with Beethoven’s spirited “Symphony #8.” Performances in South Lake August 2; in Reno and Gardnerville July 27 & August 4, or a special event at Genoa Lakes Golf Club July 31st.
It's not just fun and games on the 7th hole of Edgewood Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 7:30pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Sure, the guys and gals on the 7th hole at Edgewood Tahoe during the Celebrity-Am Tournament have a great time every year, but it's not all about the drinking games and heckling of golfers.
This year three new stories came off of the hole, one of the most popular spots on the day before the American Century Championship gets underway.
30 facts about 30th annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 9:02pm
The 30th annual American Century Championship is just one week away, July 9 – 14, 2019. Celebrities from the world of sports, television, comedy and more are headed to Edgewood Tahoe once again. Here are 30+ fun facts about the popular celebrity golf tournament.
1. CLEAR BAG POLICY
Special LTUSD meeting to discuss Sierra House Elementary
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 7:18pm
Event Date:
July 5, 2019 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A special meeting of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Board of Trustees will be held on Friday at 2:00 p.m.to discuss approval of funds needed to get Sierra House Elementary opened by the beginning of the school year.
Since a Labor Day 2018 fire, the school which housed grades K-5 has been closed with students split between South Tahoe Middle School and Al Tahoe Elementary.
There have been concerns in the community the school wouldn't be ready to open in August.
Tahoe History Days: The Pioneers in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 1:41pm
Event Date:
July 5, 2019 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Looking for a family-friendly activity in South Lake Tahoe on Friday? The fireworks will be over so plan a visit to take a step back in time to visit with early pioneers.
In their inaugural Tahoe History Days, the Lake Tahoe Historical Society will start off the holiday by participating in the South Lake Tahoe 4th of July Parade. Catch them on their wagon!
Masters of Illusion Live comes to Harrah's Tahoe for the summer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 12:42pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The popular television series and touring magic show Masters of Illusion has made a stop in Lake Tahoe this summer. Until September 2, 2019, the award-winning stars of the show Dan Sperry, Farrell Dillon, Michael Turco and Tommy Wind will be performing in the South Shore Room in Masters of Illusion Live!
South Lake Tahoe jury finds local man guilty of attempted murder
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 9:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ariel Mendoza Arce was found guilty of attempted murder by a South Lake Tahoe jury on June 26, 2019.
On August 13, 2018 at 2:40 a.m., four nurses from Reno staying in a hotel in the Heavenly Village area heard a woman screaming for help. When the nurses went to investigate the screams they witnessed Arce viciously attacking a woman by punching her, kicking her, and stomping on her head.
Sierra Tahoe Children's Theater presents The Little Mermaid Jr. in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 12:55am
The Sierra Tahoe Children's Theater is presenting The Little Mermaid Jr. during two performances in the TADA Theatre at South Tahoe High this weekend.
Local youth are staring in all of your favorite roles in the musical, The Little Mermaid Jr. It is based on the animated 1989 Disney film and classic Hans Christian Anderson story of the same name about a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice to find love.
South Lake Tahoe native to sing anthem at S.F. Giants game on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 12:06am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Those attending League to Save Lake Tahoe night at the San Francisco Giants game Saturday will have a special treat, even before the first pitch is thrown.
20-year-old Aurora Gooch from South Lake Tahoe will open the game by singing the national anthem.
Many in town already know of the talented Aurora through her starring roles on the South Tahoe High Theatre stage, by hearing her sing at the school's football and basketball games, and years of Miss Marcia Sarosik Dance Studio recitals.
STPUD moves board meeting to July 3
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 1:39pm
The South Tahoe Public Utility District board meeting has been moved to July 3 at 9:00 a.m. since their normally scheduled meeting for the first Thursday of the month fell on the 4th of July.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 12:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 157 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from June 1-1, 2019.
6/1
Cooking fire, confined to container - 1800 block Weir Way
Dispatched & canceled en route - 3400 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
Cooking fire, confined to container - 1100 Rufus Allen Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - Alameda Ave at Sacramento Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2200 block Texas Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block Julie Lane
Miss Hooters International contestants help out in South Lake Tahoe before pageant
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 8:01pm
STATELINE, Nev. - After a week of women’s empowerment seminars, community outreach and preliminary events on the South Shore, Briana Smith from Fort Lauderdale, Florida was crowned Miss Hooters International 2019.
There were 80 Hooters Girls from around the world competing for the title during the 23rd annual pageant. The winner was crowned Thursday night during the Lee Brice concert at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena.
Kudos: Local healthcare agencies promote wellness at Warm Room
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 8:27pm
Thanks to the support of local health organizations, the Tahoe Warm Room was able to help 113 children, women and men during the region’s severe winter months.
South Lake Tahoe's SnowGlobe: "It’s a great event, it's in the wrong location"
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 9:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council voted Tuesday to give SnowGlobe a new five-year contract with the criteria that organizers must be working on locating a new location for the event at the end of two years.
If they do not have a good plan in place after those first two years the City could terminate the contract.
Successful Mother's Day Diaper Drive
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 3:17pm
Choices for Children would like to thank the community for their amazing support of the 2019 Healthy Bottom Line Mother's Day Diaper Drive. Throughout the month of May, donation boxes that had been decorated by our local Boys and Girls Club members were located throughout the community. We received thousands of diapers that will be distributed to our community's youngest and most vulnerable residents.
Five year contract for a revamped Snowglobe on City Council agenda
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 9:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though the Snowglobe Music Festival is held in South Lake Tahoe for just three days a year, it's a year-long series of negotiations and discussions between staff, agencies, the No-Globe Alliance and the public to work out details for the next December's event.
During the June 18 City Council meeting, a new, multi-year Special Event Agreement
Vikingsholm turns 90; Fundraising efforts underway to preserve and protect the castle
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 7:00pm
In a fjord-like setting at Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay State Park, the 38-room Vikingsholm castle is a rare masterpiece of Scandinavian architecture. Many have photographed this spectacular site from one of the many tour boats on Lake Tahoe, or after walking along a path down to the shore from the road above.
Eyes on the Lake Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 4:55pm
Event Date:
August 21, 2019 (All day) Eyes on the Lake Training
Wednesday, August 21 | 5 - 7 pm
Location: Tahoe Keys POA, South Lake Tahoe
Do you enjoy:
Swimming | Paddling | Boating | SCUBA diving | Snorkeling | Fishing
Or just viewing the Lake's natural beauty?
Then there's a role for you. Protect while you play at Lake Tahoe. Aquatic invasive plants are threatening Lake Tahoe. You can help prevent their assault on Tahoe's waters. We need your “Eyes on the Lake.”
Eyes on the Lake Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 4:54pm
Event Date:
August 8, 2019 (All day) Eyes on the Lake Training
Thursday, August 8 | noon - 2 pm
Location: Tahoe Keys POA, South Lake Tahoe
Do you enjoy:
Swimming | Paddling | Boating | SCUBA diving | Snorkeling | Fishing
Or just viewing the Lake's natural beauty?
Then there's a role for you. Protect while you play at Lake Tahoe. Aquatic invasive plants are threatening Lake Tahoe. You can help prevent their assault on Tahoe's waters. We need your “Eyes on the Lake.”
Eyes on the Lake Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 4:52pm
Event Date:
July 23, 2019 - 4:00pm Eyes on the Lake Training
Tuesday, July 23 | 4 - 6 pm
Location: Tahoe Keys POA, South Lake Tahoe
Do you enjoy:
Swimming | Paddling | Boating | SCUBA diving | Snorkeling | Fishing
Or just viewing the Lake's natural beauty?
Then there's a role for you. Protect while you play at Lake Tahoe. Aquatic invasive plants are threatening Lake Tahoe. You can help prevent their assault on Tahoe's waters. We need your “Eyes on the Lake.”
Eyes on the Lake Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 4:50pm
Event Date:
July 10, 2019 (All day) Eyes on the Lake Training
Wednesday, July 10 | 10 am - noon
Location: Tahoe Keys POA, South Lake Tahoe
Do you enjoy:
Swimming | Paddling | Boating | SCUBA diving | Snorkeling | Fishing
Or just viewing the Lake's natural beauty?
Then there's a role for you. Protect while you play at Lake Tahoe. Aquatic invasive plants are threatening Lake Tahoe. You can help prevent their assault on Tahoe's waters. We need your “Eyes on the Lake.”
Day in Paradise and Duck Races return to Tahoe Paradise Park
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/12/2019 - 2:00pm
Event Date:
June 15, 2019 - 8:00am
The annual South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club Day in Paradise is fun for the whole family and returns to Tahoe Paradise Park on Saturday, June 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
It is a whole day jam-packed with fun starting off with a pancake breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Then their famous Duck Races being on the Upper Truckee River at the park. There is also a Car & Truck Show and Shine, kid's game with prizes, free live music from noon to 6:00 p.m., a beer and wine garden, a luau with a roasted pig and a silent auction.
Admission is free.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks secret donors and Unity at the Lake
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 11:29pm
Two very generous anonymous Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsors donated $300 to fund Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal on May 27th. Since the donors were not available to attend their sponsorship dinner, members of Unity at the Lake Church were more than thrilled to be asked to step in as the Adopt A Day sponsor crew volunteers and help serve the 95 dinner guests attending the evening’s meal.
Warmer temps ahead for South Lake Tahoe; Rapid melting of snowpact expected
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 10:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will become very warm with highs near 80s in Lake Tahoe and above 90 degrees for most lower elevations Monday through Wednesday. Dry conditions are expected through Tuesday, then isolated afternoon and evening thunderstorms will be possible from Wednesday through next weekend.
South Lake Tahoe cannabis application scores announced - next step safety permits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/07/2019 - 12:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After 21 applications for cannabis retail, cultivation and micro-business licenses in South Lake Tahoe were received, reviewed, evaluated and scored, the City has announced the chosen six.
The top applicants are invited to apply for a special public safety license and negotiate a formal development agreement with the City. By fall, three retail permits, two microbusiness permits, and one cultivation permit will be awarded.
Aryan Brotherhood prison gang drug and murder ring broken up with help of El Dorado County DA's Office
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 11:27pm
The El Dorado County (EDC) District Attorney's Office recently helped with a state-wide investigation focused on offenders operating a criminal enterprise from both inside and outside state prisons.
Sixteen members and associates of a prison-based gang have been charged after a long-running investigation into drug trafficking and murders inside and outside of California’s prisons.
The EDC DA office's investigative division has the kind of highly trained and experienced detectives that are often called in to help with operations of this magnitude.
Public meeting to discuss $688.7M El Dorado County recommended budget
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 11:07pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Board of Supervisors will hold a public meeting on June 17 to go over the El Dorado County Fiscal Year 2019-20 Recommended Budget of $688.7 million. This special meeting starts at 10:00 a.m. and will be held in the Board's Placerville meeting room at 330 Fair Lane.
The County's Chief Administrative Officer, Don Ashton delivered the budget to the supervisors and it is also available online for review. State law mandates that the Recommended Budget be submitted to the Board on or before June 30th of each year.
New ceramic art studio opens in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 10:51am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Compass Clay Studio, a learning ceramic studio and art gallery, is open for business in South Lake Tahoe. Owners and instructors, Colleen Sidey and Bryan Yerian are ceramic artists with over 40 years combined experience, Lake Tahoe Community College art faculty members, and local elementary school art enrichment teachers. Colleen and Bryan have lived in South Lake Tahoe for over ten years and created Compass Clay Studio as a way to provide the local community with access to the clay experience.
The studio is located at 976 Edgewood Circle.
Voters to select new California State Senator to represent District 1 on June 4
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2019 - 4:38pm
There is a Special Runoff Election on June 4, 2019 scheduled to fill a vacancy in Senate District 1. All currently registered voters in the County of El Dorado are eligible to participate.
When Ted Gaines won a seat on the California Board of Equalization in November, the Senate District 1 seat he had held since 2011 was up for grabs. In March there was an election to decide his replacement, but since no candidate won more than 50 percent of the vote the top two are now on Tuesday's ballot.
Vibrance & Awe: Summer Art Series Show
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 06/01/2019 - 3:39pm
Event Date:
June 15, 2019 - 4:30pm Vibrance and Awe will fill Emanate Gallery in the Kickoff Showing of the Summer Art Series! We welcome you to join us as we feature the incredible talent of award winning artists Nanette Oleson and Benjamin Justin at the gallery on Saturday, June 15th 4-7:30. Dive into the colorful palette of Oleson's oil paintings or be filled with wonder as you take in the grandeur of Justin's fine art landscape photographs. Without question you are sure to leave with beautiful art and greatly inspired.
3rd annual Tahoe Brewfest benefits Lake Tahoe Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 1:52pm
Event Date:
June 1, 2019 - 12:00pm
The third annual Lake Tahoe Boys and Girls Club Tahoe Brewfest will be held this Saturday, June 1 in the Heavenly Cal Lodge parking lot.
VIP tickets are sold out online (a few will be sold on Saturday) and they allow guests into the event at noon. The doors will open for everyone else at 1:00 p.m. and the event ends at 4:00 p.m.
LTUSD told to take a "pause" on spending and plan on major budget cuts
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 5:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Unified School District received a message last night: Take a pause and don't spend any more money until the two-year budget can be completed. The budget must include major cuts in expenses.
