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Jerold McFatter, Silas Castro, Natasha Collinski, Michelle Bueb and Dian Hoel bring “Wind in the Willows” characters to life at Sutter Street Theatre.
News release
FOLSOM — A musical version of the classic story “Wind in the Willows” comes to Sutter Street Theater. Tired of spring cleaning his dismal little home, Mole ventures up into the Wide World, embarking on a series of adventures with his new companions — the clever Rat, wise old Badger and especially the motorcar-crazed Mr. Toad. From boating to caravanning to the Battle of Toad Hall, they’re adventures that, in the end, still lead back to the home that is always waiting, happy to hear a song sung like willows in the wind.
The show by Kenneth Grahame and adapted for the stage by Richard Hellesen with music and lyrics by Michael Silversher is grand fun for the entire family. This production is directed by Allen Schmeltz.
Showtimes for “Wind in the Willows” are 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Sutter Street Theatre, 717 Sutter St. in Folsom. For reservations go to SutterStreetTheatre.com or call (916) 353-1001.
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Tahoe South celebrates return of holiday traditions
News release
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — A return to holiday celebrations of mountain life that residents love and visitors expect are on the calendar this winter at Tahoe South.
Festivals and live music
The 25th annual Valhalla Holiday Faire showcases local and regional seasonal arts and crafts in the historical Valhalla Grand Hall at Tallac Historic Site, Nov. 19-21. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will make the rounds and the Tahoe Children’s Choirs will perform seasonal favorites for enjoyable holiday shopping.
The Winter Festival (formerly Barton’s Festival of Tree & Lights) offers free community events organized by students at South Lake Tahoe High School, Dec. 3-4 from 4-8 p.m. The festival will feature choirs, bands, orchestra, drumline and dance team performances; magic show; and photos with Santa. There’s also a theater presentation of “The Witches Princess” plus local artwork, baked goods and food truck specialties.
Casino entertainment at the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe features Warren Miller’s “Winter Starts Now,” Nov. 19-20; Abbacadabra: The Ultimate Abba Tribute, Nov. 27 and Christmas with The Filharmonic, Dec. 17 through Jan. 3, 2022.
Bally’s Lake Tahoe, formerly MontBleu, hosts a complete line up of music and dancing with performances in the showroom or Blu Nightclub by Andre Nickatina, Dec. 3; CloZee, Dec. 5; Minnesota, Dec. 11; Blues Survivors: John Mayall & Walter Trout, Dec. 17; The Dead South, Dec. 18, and a New Year’s Eve Celebration, Dec. 31. Every Friday and Saturday nights guests can rendezvous at HQ Center Bar and then head over to Opal Nightclub.
Add a little magic to the holidays with the “mystifying” and “mindbending” Alex Ramon - Real Magic at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe, Sundays through Thursdays, Nov. 23 through Jan. 8, 2022. Note: no performances Dec. 10-12, 24 & 31. The show is recommended for ages 5 and older.
Heavenly holidays
The festive holiday season kicks off with the Heavenly Village Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 26. Daily tree lightings continue through December at 5:30 p.m.
Holiday Santa Paws & Yappy Hour benefitting the Humane Society at Fire + Ice in the Heavenly Village, are scheduled 3-5 p.m. on Dec. 2 & 9. There are photo ops with pets and Santa, treats and warm beverages. The same venue is hosting Tahoe’s Breakfast with Santa for kids, 8-10 a.m. on Dec. 4, 11 & 18 (space is limited, online reservations only).
Don your best holiday apparel for the Tahoe Santa Run/Walk, throughout the Village and shops to support the local food pantry, 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 11.
Magic comes to the ice rink with Disney characters in the Heavenly Village, 3-6 p.m. Saturdays in December and daily Dec. 26-30. See Beauty and the Beast, Dec. 26; Anna, Elsa and Olaf of “Frozen,” Dec. 27; Snow White, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella, Dec. 28; Woody and Buzz of “Toy Story,” Dec. 29; and JJ from Coco Melon and Paw Patrol characters, Dec. 30. Local ice sculptors vying for bragging rights and a $500 donation to a charity of choice get to work 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 27.
Family-friendly festivities continue, Dec. 27-31 with a Tahoe South Ferris Wheel affording lake views during the day and the twinkling lights and Christmas trees at night. Stuff-A-Bear, where kids can build their own teddy bear, is available near the fountain, 1 p.m. Dec. 27-31.
New Year’s Eve
Live music will take place on Heavenly Village’s Main Stage, 2-9:30 p.m. Dec. 30-31 with county music artist Tyler Rich headlining Thursday, Dec. 30. Heavenly Holidays reaches its zenith on New Year’s Eve with a gondola drop coordinated with the midnight ball drop in New York City’s Time Square, at 9 p.m. Pacific Time and 2022 will be rung in by ’90s alternative rock band Gin Blossoms, accompanied with fireworks.
Before you go
With the ever-pivoting landscape of COVID-19 and other occasional travel factors, destination partners encourage travelers to plan for a safe, healthy winter adventure. Tahoe South offers updated information on its website at “Know Before You Go” and Responsible Recreation with all current state and county health protocols TahoeSouth.com.
For real time updates on events, promotions, packages, conditions and events in Tahoe South, The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority is on Facebook: facebook.com/TahoeSouth; Twitter: twitter.com/TahoeSouth; YouTube: youtube.com/LTVA; and Instagram: instagram.com/ tahoesouth. For more Tahoe South information call 1-800-288-2463 or visit TahoeSouth.com.
