lake tahoe community
Inaugural Community Games at LTCC on May 31
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/10/2014 - 9:39pm
Event Date:
May 31, 2014 - 9:00am
The Future Business Leaders of Tahoe student club at Lake Tahoe Community College warmly invites one and all to join in the first-ever LTCC Community Games on Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Fitness Education Center at LTCC. If, like us, you’ve been inspired by our local Olympic champions and now wish to grab some gold for yourself (while spreading the concepts of good sportsmanship and community spirit), then the Community Games are for you!
Kudos: Tahoe Douglas Rotary Thanks Red Hut Cafe and the Community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/08/2014 - 9:32pm
Tahoe Douglas Rotary wishes to thank the Red Hut Cafe for once again hosting our popular Burger Night fundraiser! This year, with the generous support of the Ski Run Red Hut Café, Rick & Kelly Gardner as well as their friendly staff, we were able to raise enough money for two additional vocational scholarships and one additional academic scholarship for our students this year at Whittell and South Tahoe High Schools.
We'd also like to thank the few hundred South Lake Tahoe community members who attended Burger Night.
Tahoe Regional Plan Being Challenged in Court by Sierra Club Once Again
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/07/2014 - 10:32pm
A coalition of all counties present at the lake along with residents, environmental groups, legislators and business groups were behind the Tahoe Regional Plan and urged its adoption in 2012. Since that time, the Sierra Club and "Friends of the West Shore" have sued (in February 2013) to oppose the plan, lost their motion (April 2014) and now, as of May 7, have filed an appeal to the court's decision to uphold the 2012 Lake Tahoe Regional Plan.
South Lake Tahoe Community Input Sought for Wildfire Protection Plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/06/2014 - 9:37pm
Living in a forest gives great benefits, but it also carries with it the risk of forest fires.
A Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) for South Lake Tahoe is being developed jointly by the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and Lake Valley Fire Protection District.
The community is being asked to complete a survey which will help the agencies prepare the CWPP. This will enable the creation of a plan on how the south shore will reduce it's risk of wildfire by identifying strategic sites and methods for fuel reduction projects.
Dr. Gregory Bergner of South Lake Tahoe awarded Carthage Alumni Beacon Award
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/06/2014 - 11:29am
Carthage alumnus Dr. Gregory Bergner ‘71 was granted the 2014 Carthage Beacon Award on Saturday, May 3, 2014.
For centuries, beacons have served as a source of guidance and light to individuals all over the world. To celebrate this spirit of leadership, the Carthage Alumni Council grants the Beacon Award to recognize alumni who provide a light to their communities through a specific accomplishment, act of service, professional or personal achievement, event or program.
LTCC Writer's Series: Pam Houston
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/05/2014 - 12:40pm
Event Date:
May 8, 2014 - 8:00pm
Pam Houston will be the featured writer at Lake Tahoe Community College's Writers Series on Thursday, May 8 in the college's library at 8 p.m.
Houston’s most recent novel, Contents May Have Shifted, was published in 2012. The book has been called “an absorbing, generous, ravishing book by a high priestess of you-have-to-read-this prose” by author Cheryl Strayed, who penned the New York Times bestseller Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail.
June Day Jamboree
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/05/2014 - 12:02pm
Event Date:
June 7, 2014 (All day) Everyone is talking about it! Can we grow food up here?
We can. And it's fun, too! But... Which plants to choose? And when to plant them? What to do about our terrible soils and crazy weather?
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College Demonstration Garden
1 College Way
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Sierra Historian and Author to Share Colorful Stories at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/30/2014 - 9:08pm
Event Date:
May 9, 2014 - 7:00pm
The Sierra Nevada, with its beautiful blue lakes, towering granite mountains, forests with trees that appear to touch the clouds, thundering rivers and waterfalls, and hidden valleys has long been the domain of dreams, attracting the good and the bad, the adventurous and the delusional.
Supervisor Candidate Sue Novasel: "The economy is our #1 issue"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/29/2014 - 10:55pm
South Tahoe Now sent a questionnaire out to all of the candidates for El Dorado County Supervisor. We will be posting them in the order received.
1)What do you see as the Number 1 issue facing residents of District 5?
World Book Night Shares the Love of Reading in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/24/2014 - 6:47am
The South Lake Tahoe community was treated to 320 free books on Wednesday night as part of World Book Night.
Volunteers from Friends of the Library gave books out at beaches, bus stops, the El Dorado County Food Bank truck, recreation center, Senior Center, Juvenile Treatment Center, Tahoe Senior Plaza and various other places around town. They announced on Facebook that they were heading out, but didn't disclose locations until after the books were distributed.
"We enjoyed reaching out to others in our community by sharing a special book," said volunteer Lynne Brosch.
Mom's Morning Out: Not Just for Moms
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/21/2014 - 10:10am
Event Date:
May 3, 2014 - 8:15am
Enjoy a morning of pampering, fitness, and wellness. Barton Health invites
women from the community to attend the third annual Mom’s Morning Out on Saturday, May 3.
“Mom’s Morning Out was started by Barton Health to promote wellness and health services available in our community,” says Leanne Wagoner, Barton’s Community Outreach Coordinator and co-organizer of the event. “It’s a chance for every woman to relax, unwind, and get informed.”
Easter Egg Hunt at LTCC Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/18/2014 - 8:01am
Event Date:
April 19, 2014 - 10:30am
The 47th annual South Lake Tahoe community Easter egg hunt will be held at Lake Tahoe Community College on Saturday, April 19 at 10:30 a.m.
The South Tahoe Optimist Club is hosting the event which will hide 2,500 eggs throughout the parking lot near the college gym.
Children will be sorted by age group and an area will also be designated for children with special needs. Prizes will be handed out.
10:30 am Easter Costume Parade
10:45 am Easter Bonnet Contest
11:00 am Egg Hunt by Age Group (Don’t be late and bring a basket or sack to hold your eggs!)
Food Bank to Hold Hunger Response Network Meeting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/18/2014 - 12:29am
Event Date:
April 23, 2014 - 10:00am
All organizations that assist clients who are living with hunger, from children to the elderly are invited to attend the Food Bank of El Dorado County's Hunger Response Network Meeting. The meeting will be at the American Legion Hall at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The need for food assistance is growing in the community and the Food Bank wants to collaborate with local organizations to conduct a South lake Tahoe focused hunger to truly understand the community’s needs and the best ways to allocate the Food Bank’s resources in Tahoe based on these results.
Mobile Food Pantry to Distribute Food in South Lake Tahoe on April 23rd
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/17/2014 - 7:43am
Event Date:
April 23, 2014 - 10:00am
The El Dorado County Food Bank will be in South Lake Tahoe to distribute emergency supplemental groceries to those who need it most on Wednesday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The mobile pantry will be in the parking lot of the American Legion Hall at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd to help struggling families make ends meet. There will be one allocation per household.
LTCC Celebrates National Poetry Month With Award Winning Poets
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/11/2014 - 10:32pm
Event Date:
April 24, 2014 - 7:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Writers’ Series is celebrating National Poetry Month on Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m. in the Aspen Room with poets June Sylvester Saraceno and Laura Wetherington. These award-winning poets will read from their works, engage the audience with a Q and A, and sign copies of their books. The event is free and open to the public, and books will be available for purchase.
Geology of the Tahoe Basin by Scott Valentine at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/08/2014 - 9:12am
Event Date:
June 3, 2014 - 6:00pm Scott Valentine, local Earth Science Instructor at Lake Tahoe Community College, will tell the captivating story of earthquakes, glaciers, volcanism, and how our famous Lake Tahoe was created.
Presented by the Friends of the Library, this program will be at the South Lake Tahoe Library on June 3rd at 6 p.m.
Join us for this free and interesting event.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Librar
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
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.
South Lake Tahoe Community Comes Through For Ryan Wallace; Receives New Leg Next Week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/04/2014 - 7:40pm
Just one month ago the plea was made to the South Lake Tahoe community: Help Ryan Wallace raise $25,000 to replace his prosthetic leg.
As of today, the goal was met with the final boost made by the students at South Tahoe Middle School where Wallace was Wrestling Coach and Instructional Aide. "A Minute to Win It For Ryan" was presented to the kids as a way to help their mentor.
South Lake Tahoe Police and Fire Departments Participate in Active Shooter Exercises
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/04/2014 - 3:12pm
In order to be trained and prepared to handle active shooter situations, the South Lake Tahoe Police and Fire Departments took part in exercises at Lake Tahoe Community College on Thursday, April 3. They will continue the exercises on Monday at Tahoe Valley Elementary.
Both training sessions take place at school campuses that are on Spring Break so students and classes are not disturbed. The purpose of the exercises are to give the departments an opportunity to work together in order to be prepared should an active shooter incident take place within the city limits.
Tahoe Valley Area Plan Presented at Next City Council Meeting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/02/2014 - 9:37pm
Event Date:
April 15, 2014 - 9:00am
The result of months of work and public input on the Tahoe Valley Area Plan will be unveiled at the South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 15. There are three concepts that were discussed during previous workshops and presented to the Planning Commission on March 13: A Greenbelt Concept, A Town Center District and a Healthcare Campus District.
Lakeside Inn and Casino Decides Not to Go Through With Grazing on Rabe Meadow
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/01/2014 - 8:48am
April 1, 2014 (Stateline, Nev.) - Lakeside Inn and Casino has received a lot of feedback from the South Lake Tahoe community on their announcement yesterday that they would raise cattle on Rabe Meadows.
Community’s Support Needed to Make 4-Year Degrees Possible at LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/31/2014 - 12:00pm
This year, Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is celebrating its 40th year of serving the Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding communities. In my three years working at LTCC, it is clear to me that the college is here in this beautiful location because a group of dedicated people had a vision of higher education in Tahoe, and the determination to make sure it happened. We are now at a crossroads due to changes in funding, community college priorities, and statutes.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College
One College Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Live Violence Free to Raise Community-Wide Awareness
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/27/2014 - 8:12pm
April is a big month for Live Violence Free. It is national Child Abuse Prevention, as well as, Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The entire month is dedicated to honoring victims and survivors of both child abuse and sexual assault. With 80 percent of sexual assault victims being under the age of 30 and a report of child abuse made every ten seconds, it is vital we stand up against the dangers of the abuse. As two of our primary focuses at LVF, we are illuminating the truths and celebrating the efforts to combat the violence directly impacting our community.
South Lake Tahoe Business EXPO on Friday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/26/2014 - 11:07pm
A record-breaking 100 businesses will participate in the 2014 Business EXPO –“Tahoe South in ACTION” this Friday, March 28. The event begins at 4:30pm and continues until 8:30pm in Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Convention Center. It will highlight South Shore businesses’ goods and services to an anticipated crowd of 1,200 attendees.
The following vendors will exhibit:
A Hand at Home
Acker RV Rentals
Alpine Smith Snow Removal and Driveway Sealing
American Legion Post 795
Bank of the West
Barton Memorial Hospital
Beach Hut Deli
Beach Retreat and Lodge Tahoe
QuickBooks Workshop - Part One: Set Up
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/26/2014 - 10:56pmEvent Date:
April 30, 2014 - 2:30pm
Participants will learn how to reconcile bank statements, use a check register, apply payments and more.
This "Part 1" class will be held on April 30 from 2:30-5:30pm at the Lake Tahoe Community College, Room D121.
This is one of a three-part series from TahoeChamber and LTCC.
Time Running Out to Sign Up For Health Insurance
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/19/2014 - 11:04pmEvent Date:
March 25, 2014 - 2:30pm
The March 31 deadline to sign up for health insurance is rapidly approaching. For those who haven't signed up yet, Barton Health is having an enrollment session on March 25 in the Lake Tahoe Community College Room D123.
Don't get caught with no insurance on April 1 as you'll be subject to penalties.
Meet with Barton's certified enrollment counselors (English an Spanish-speaking), determine eligibility and subsidy information, and get enrolled.
The session will be held from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact Leanne Wagoner at 530-543-5537.
Page & Sage Provides Weekly Bag of Food and a Book to South Lake Tahoe Students
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/19/2014 - 10:27pm
The goal is simple, "Helping the youth of South Lake Tahoe to be well read and well fed."
Hunger isn't just an inner city problem. Hunger isn't just a third world problem. Hunger affects approximately 16 million children in the United States with 3 million rural community households being "food insecure."
How can children focus on solving a math problem or writing an English paper when he or she is trying to ignore the persistent pangs of hunger? School work is forced to compete with hunger.
Community Workshop on Meyers Area Plan to be Held Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/18/2014 - 9:12pm
Event Date:
March 19, 2014 - 6:00pm
Residents of Meyers and the surrounding South Lake Tahoe community have been actively participating in what is called the "Meyers Area Plan." During the last community meeting on February 26 several concerned citizens spoke about what they wanted, and didn't want, to see their in their town.
El Dorado County officials took the numerous public comments made both at the meeting and on-line and have created potential revisions to the Draft Meyers Area Plan.
LTCC Adopts a Day of Nutrition to Feed the Hungry
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/11/2014 - 8:15pm
A group of volunteers from Lake Tahoe Community College donated their time to Bread and Broth recently, helping to prepare and serve a hot meal to hungry locals as part of the Adopt a Day of Nutrition program. Four LTCC staffers donned aprons and kitchen gloves to help prepare and serve food, and assist with the cleanup.
LTCC’s Still Life With Iris a Perfect Family Adventure on Stage
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/10/2014 - 11:53pm
Event Date:
March 15, 2014 - 7:30pm
The Theatre Arts Department at Lake Tahoe Community College presents the fantasy/adventure Still Life With Iris March 14-23 in the Duke Theatre. Written by Steven Dietz, this award-winning play chronicles a young girl’s quest to regain her memory, her past, and with them, her home.
40th Anniversary of Lake Tahoe Community College Celebrated
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/05/2014 - 6:15pm
On March 5, 1974, the voters approved the formation of a college district that would serve students on the south shore of Lake Tahoe. For 40 years the Lake Tahoe Community College has been providing higher education for the community, and its successes and growth were honored in a ceremony Wednesday. Community members joined college staff, board members and students at the original location of the college, 2659 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, which is now the home of the Econo Lodge.
Champions Plaza to be Part of Harrison Avenue Project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/04/2014 - 10:33pm
A landscaped plaza near the intersection of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Lakeview Avenue intersection will be named Champions Plaza. The plaza was part of the previously approved plans for the Harrison Avenue project and will be renamed after the suggestion by City Manager Nancy Kerry at Tuesday's City Council Meeting. Champions Plaza will recognize local athletes who have gained worldwide attention for the South Lake Tahoe community.
The approximate location of the plaza is identified in the photo by an "x."
Get in on the ACTION at This Year’s Business EXPO
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/03/2014 - 10:01pm
Event Date:
March 28, 2014 - 4:30pm
The 2014 Business EXPO – “Tahoe South in ACTION” is only a few weeks away and nearly 90 businesses are preparing for the South Shore’s premier business event of the year. The Business EXPO provides local businesses with the opportunity to showcase their products and services to over 1,200 attendees. Attendees will have the chance to learn more about South Shore businesses while sampling food and beverages from exhibiting vendors. All members of the public are invited to attend this year’s EXPO on March 28 from 4:30 to 8:30pm in the Convention Center at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe.
Hugelkultur Planned for South Lake Tahoe Community Garden
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/02/2014 - 10:18pm
Hugelkultur (HOO-gul-culture) meaning hill culture or hill mound. It turns woodsy compost into the base of sustainable gardening with the use of very little water.
This word may not be in everyone's vocabulary (yet) but residents in South Lake Tahoe will soon be seeing this demonstrated if the community garden at Bijou Park is approved by the City Council.
Funds Being Raised to Help South Lake Tahoe Native Ryan Wallace Get New Leg
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/27/2014 - 10:54pm
The South Lake Tahoe community is know for its ability to pull together when one of it own is in need of help, and that is evident once again with the story of Ryan Wallace. The life long local had a rare form of bone cancer which led to the amputation of his leg when he was just 19.
Wellness Lecture in South Lake Tahoe: Chronic Pelvic Pain
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/17/2014 - 10:21pm
Event Date:
April 1, 2014 - 6:00pm
Learn about chronic pelvic pain in the next edition of Barton Wellness Lectures. Dr. Amanda Weavil,OB-GYN with Barton Women's Health, will give the lecture on Tuesday, April 1 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Lake Tahoe Community College Board Room.
Hear about the causes of chronic pelvic pain and how it can affect your fertility. Learn what you can do to help alleviate chronic pelvic pain as well as surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
Wellness Lecture in South Lake Tahoe: Understanding Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/17/2014 - 10:17pm
Event Date:
March 12, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Barton Wellness series continues with "Understand your breast cancer risk" on March 12 in the Lake Tahoe Community College Board Room from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Learn about breast cancer screening, prevention and detection. Both BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations will be discussed as well as surgical treatment options.
"Off the Wall Art Auction" in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/17/2014 - 12:16am
Event Date:
March 29, 2014 - 6:00pm
South Lake Tahoe's 3rd Annual Off The Wall Art Auction will feature local and regional artists, including Phyllis Shafer. The event is being put on jointly by the South Lake Tahoe Rotary Club and the Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation.
New this year will be a Kick-off party as well as four days of viewing before the main event, the auction. The Halden Gallery at LTCC will be the location of each day's activities.
Monday, March 24 - Kickoff Party from 5 to 7 pm
Tuesday, March 25 to Friday, March 28 - Viewing from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary's 46th Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/16/2014 - 10:00pm
Event Date:
March 14, 2014 - 6:00pm
Tahoe Douglas Rotary's annual fundraiser, the St. Patrick's Day Celebration will be held for the 46th consecutive year on March 14, 2014 at Harrah's Tahoe beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy a full Irish feast complete with corned beef and cabbage and tasty desserts as well as unlimited wine and beer tasting, endless silent auction tables as well as dancing. There is also a special hotel rate for the night should you want to enjoy and not worry about driving home.
Improvisation Group Brings the Laughs to LTCC
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/13/2014 - 11:55pmEvent Date:
February 21, 2014 - 7:30pm
Laugh off the lack of snow with another night of fun and off-the-wall comedy provided by the improvisation group Random Acts of Improv. The group is the resident improvisation company of the Theatre Arts Department at Lake Tahoe Community College. This one-night-only performance will be presented Friday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Duke Theatre. Tickets are just $5 at the door.
LTCC Announcing 40th Anniversary Plans at March Press Conference
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/13/2014 - 10:31am
Event Date:
March 5, 2014 - 11:00am The Lake Tahoe Community College District was voted into existence 40 years ago, on March 5, 1974. The College has big plans to celebrate its anniversary with a number of fun and educational events this year. Members of the media, the community, and college staff and faculty are all welcome to attend a press conference on Wednesday, March 5th at 11 a.m. to hear the College’s plans to mark its 40th year, and to honor its history. The conference will be held at the Econo Lodge at 2659 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, where the College first offered classes and welcomed its first students.
LTCC and LTUSD Hold Joint Board Meeting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/07/2014 - 11:03pm
Event Date:
February 11, 2014 - 5:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Education and Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees will hold a joint meeting on Tuesday, February 11 in the LTCC Board Room at 5 p.m.
During the joint portion of the meeting the groups will have three topics of discussion: Trustee boundaries during this fall's elections, seamless pathway from preschool to graduate school, and facilities and technology partnerships.
South Lake Tahoe Community Members Participate in Round Table Discussions
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/29/2014 - 3:51pm
Over 100 members of the South Lake Tahoe community attended the 3rd Annual Tahoe Chamber Community breakfast on Tuesday where they shared their visions of what was needed for success.
Those attending broke up into group discussions on a few topics including what they felt small businesses in the area need in order to be better prepared. Since the event was put on the by chamber, there was also discussion was about what the TahoeChamber.org could provide to improve their member's experiences.
There are a few upcoming Chamber events to highlight:
South Lake Tahoe Community Advisory Committee Meeting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/29/2014 - 3:01pmEvent Date:
February 4, 2014 - 5:30pm
The Community Advisory Committee will provide parents with resources needed to handle every day questions issues concerning their children.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District psychologists will be on hand to answer these questions, and more:
· Is your child struggling with her homework?
· Do you feel like your kids never listen?
· Are sibling battles out of control?
· Are you worried about your child’s behavior?
· Would you like to meet other parents who share your concerns?
Auditions for Man of La Mancha at LTCC’s Duke Theatre
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/23/2014 - 11:11pm
Event Date:
February 3, 2014 - 7:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Theater Arts Department will hold auditions for the Tony Award-winning musical Man of La Mancha on Monday, February 3 at 7 p.m. in the Duke Theatre. Callbacks will be Saturday, February 8 at 12:30 p.m.
The book for this popular musical was written by Dale Wasserman, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion. LTCC’s production will be directed by Susan Boulanger, with musical direction by Dr. Mark D. Williams and choreography by Angela Smith.
Josh Kornbeck Named Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/21/2014 - 11:36am
Selected among several local outstanding youth Josh Kornbeck will compete against other Boys & Girls Club members for the California Youth of the Year title and a $1,000 college scholarship from Tupperware Brands Corporation. As the new Youth of the Year for Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe, 16-year old Josh is a true example of an extraordinary young man recognized by Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) for his sound character, leadership skills and willingness to give back to the community.
Barton Health Launches Program Focusing on Prevention and Wellness in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/20/2014 - 12:04pm
Barton Health has launched a new community program in South Lake Tahoe, one that focuses on health, wellness and prevention. BWell offers services not covered by many insurances, including reduced cost lab draws, EKG tests, Lung Cancer screening and free lectures and a resource library.
Funds to Improve Lake Tahoe Community Mobility and Economic Vitality Now Available
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/15/2014 - 1:46pm
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) in its role as the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) announced today the opening of the first application period for the On Our Way Community Grant Program to help Lake Tahoe community organizations and local governments identify transportation and other improvements that improve walking and biking or support economic vitality.
BARTON HEALTH WELLNESS LECTURE
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/10/2014 - 12:04amEvent Date:
February 5, 2014 - 6:00pm
Cholesterol Health, Presented by David Young, M.D., Barton Cardiology
Learn about cholesterol metabolism and how to understand cholesterol results. Discover natural ways to manage cholesterol and the risks and benefits of cholesterol therapy using "statins."
Attend any four of Barton’s 2014 Wellness Lectures and be entered into a drawing for a $150 gift certificate to a South Lake Tahoe business of your choice. Questions? Call 530-543-5537. Visit bartonhealth.org/lecture for the most up-to-date lecture information.
When: Wednesday, February 5, 6-7pm
BARTON HEALTH WELLNESS LECTURE
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/10/2014 - 12:01amEvent Date:
January 14, 2014 - 6:00pm
Learn about minimally invasive hip treatments, arthroscopy, and anterior hip replacement. We will address hip tendinitis, bursitis, sciatic nerve compression, hip impingement, labrum tear, and hip arthritis. Presented by Robert Rupp, M.D., Tahoe Orthopedics Sports Medicine.
Attend any four of Barton’s 2014 Wellness Lectures and be entered into a drawing for a $150 gift certificate to a South Lake Tahoe business of your choice. Questions? Call 530-543-5537. Visit bartonhealth.org/lecture for the most up-to-date lecture information
When: Tuesday, January 14, 6-7pm
