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Jacquie Chandler and John Hara of Sustainable Tahoe are helping to put on the Tahoe Expo on Aug. 30 and 31.

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Labor Day weekend of geotourism events at Lake Tahoe

When you think about Lake Tahoe, what do you think of? Skiing, gaming, partying, boating and beach days? And how do you get there and get around the lake? by Drive? This is exactly what nonprofit organization Sustainable Tahoe is

Sage Leehey trying to change with Tahoe Expo on Aug. 30 and 31. sagel@ Executive director Jacquie Chandler wants to change the way people newsreview.com think about the lake. She thinks the Tahoe Expo can help do this by demonstrating what a geotourism-based economy could look like in the region for one day a year. This is the third year the organization has hosted this event. “It’s one day until it’s every day,” Chandler said. “[Geotourism is] visitation that does no harm. It’s stewardship of the geography, the art, the culture, the heritage, the environment and the local well-being.” She explained that the current “visitor’s menu” for Lake Tahoe—which includes the activities listed above—is too limited. She wants to expand it into a geotourism economy that benefits every party involved, including visitors, business owners and the environment. “If you had to live off the water in your bathroom sink, would you be careful what you put on the edge of your sink?” Chandler said. “Well, that’s Tahoe. We’re not careful about what we put on the edge of the mountains.” The Expo will have about 20 “geotracks”—fun and meaningful, lowcarbon footprint activities that connect to Lake Tahoe. They are located throughout the region on both days and include activities like yoga on standup paddleboards, a tour to learn about our feathered friends at Spooner Lake, and an electric bicycle test drive and tour to monitor storm drain water. These activities are located near bus stops so participants can help reduce their carbon footprint. Biking, hiking and water transit are options, too. For more information, “Transit around the lake right now is killing the lake, but if we start lookvisit www.tahoeexpo. ing at it a little more creatively, then the journey can be the reward as well,” com. said co-founder and president of the organization’s board John Hara. “If you look at other places, transit is part of the attraction. Clean, green transit.” What both Hara and Chandler are most excited for, though, is at the event’s center stage at Sand Harbor from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: a Washoe laka’lelup. This will be a gathering of Washoe people with various cultural activities, like making moccasins, rabbit blankets and arrowheads, and ceremonies to honor the water throughout the day. The Washoe have not done this kind of ceremony at Sand Harbor since 1840. This event will help the Washoe, too, because they’re racing against the clock to teach their ceremonies, arts and crafts and culture to the younger generations. “A long time ago, and even today, our coming together as a people is part of who we are as a distinct people and as a community of people with related identities,” said Washoe Tribe language teacher Herman Fillmore. “Many times we come together for big ‘gatherings,’ but often these are done when it is time—when things are meant to be—not as an event.” The Washoe are the original guardians of the lake because the area is their homeland. Chandler believes this is “a rare opportunity for the past to serve the future” because we need their guidance to help preserve the lake. There will also be a variety of performances on the Shakespeare stage at Sand Harbor starting at 3 p.m. on Aug. 30. There will be plays and dance and musical performances that each tie into the performer’s love for the water. Ω

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ACTIVITIES

SCHEELS KIDS KLUB: MAD SCIENTIST

Come into the Scheels Training Room expecting to get a little messy! We will be doing super fun science experiments that everyone can enjoy! M, 8/18, 6PM, free. Scheels, 1200 Scheels Dr. (775) 331-2700

RENO SKI AND RECREATION CLUB

The Reno Ski and Recreation Club holds its general meeting. Hear the most current information about the Reno Ski & Recreation Club’s upcoming activities. Second Tu of every month, 6PM, free. Cantina Los Tres Hombres, 926 Victorian Ave (775) 356-6262

SCHEELS RUNNING CLUB

Run with expert pacers and enjoy running in a group Tu, 6:30PM through 12/9, free. Scheels, 1200 Scheels Dr. (775) 331-2700

SHIRLEY’S SPARKS FARMERS’ MARKET

This 22nd annual farmers’ market features fresh local produce, arts and crafts, specialty foods, prepared foods and children’s activities. Th, 3-8PM through 7/24 and Th, 3-8PM through 8/21, free. Victorian Square, Victorian Ave

CROCHET CONNECTION

Learn to crochet or share tips with other crochet enthusiasts. Th, 4-5:45PM, free. Spanish Springs Library, 7100A Pyramid Lake Highway. (775) 424-1800

FOUR SEASONS BOOK CLUB

The book club meets the fi rst Saturday of each month. Call to fi nd out each month’s book title. First Sa of every month, 1-2PM, free. Sparks Library, 1125 12th St. (775) 352-3200

CONVERSATION CAFE

The drop-in conversation program meets on the fi rst Saturday of each month, 2-4PM, free. Sparks Library, 1125 12th St. (775) 352-3200

FOOD TRUCK DRIVE-IN

Food Truck Drive-In comes to Victorian Square on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month through October. 5PM to 9PM. Enjoy the fi nest in mobile cuisine including Hawaiian fusion, desserts, hot dogs, pulled pork nachos and much more! After dinner, head to Saint Mary’s Ampitheater for a free movie at 8PM. Next week’s movie (August 23) is Crazy Stupid Love. Victorian Square, Victorian Ave, free.

CLICKETS KNITTING GROUP

This class is for knitters of all ages and levels. Yarn and needles are available. First and Third Su of every month, 1:30-3PM, free. Spanish Springs Library, 7100A Pyramid Lake Highway, Spanish Springs (775) 424-1800

PERFORMANCE AND MUSIC

JASON KING

Th, 8/14, 7PM, no cover. Great Basin Brewing Co. 846 Victorian Ave. (775) 355-7711

JEFF ROWAN

F, 8/15, 8PM, no cover. Great Basin Brewing Co. 846 Victorian Ave. (775) 355-7711

BUCK FORD BAND

W-Sa, 7PM through 8/16, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 356-3300

JERRY BOWDEN AND THE SOUL ROCKERS

Sa, 8/16, 8PM, no cover. Great Basin Brewing Co., 846 Victorian Ave. (775) 355-7711

ROCK NIGHT

Live music with Anima Stereo Band and DJ music to dance to all night!Great music like salsa, cumbia, sabrosona, rock and electronica. Sa, 8/16, 8PM, no cover. La Morena Bar, 2140 Victorian Ave. (775) 772-2475

BIKINI BULL RIDING

DJ and Bikini Bull Riding Competition. Su, 5 & 9PM through 12/28, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 356-3300

LOCALS NIGHT

Locals Night, DJ. M, 5PM through 12/29, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 356-3300

LIVE MONDAYS WITH TANY JANE

Open mic night every Monday at 8PM, hosted by Tany Jane. M, 8PM, no cover. Sidelines Bar & Nightclub, 1237 Baring Blvd. (775) 355-1030

CLASSIC ROCK NIGHT

Classic rock night with DJ. Tu, 5PM through 12/30, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 356-3300

OPEN JAM WITH TAZER & FRIENDS

W, 8PM, no cover. Sidelines Bar & Nightclub, 1237 Baring Blvd. (775) 355-1030

LADIES NIGHT & TOUGHEST COWBOY

Ladies Night w/live music and Toughest Cowboy Competition. DJ breaks until midnight. W, 7 & 9PM through 12/31, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 356-3300

ERIKA PAUL

Enjoy Louisiana-style food and the soulful, breathtaking jazz sounds of Erika Paul on keyboards and vocals. Th, 6PM, no cover. Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen, 1180 Scheels Dr. (775) 657-8659

A SINGERS-SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE

Bring yourself, your instrument and your song. We look forward to hearing and seeing you there! Th, 8PM through 12/18, no cover. Paddy & Irene’s Irish Pub, 906-A Victorian Ave. (775) 358-5484

LIVE MUSIC & LATE NIGHT DJ

Live music with late-night DJ. F, 5PM-2AM & 7-11PM through 12/26, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 356-3300

LIVE JAZZ

Vocal and instrumental jazz from “The Great American Songbook”, performed by First Take featuring Rick (SAX) Metz. Fridays, 6PM, no cover. Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen, 1180 Scheels Dr. (775) 657-8659

BILL DAVIS

Sa, 6PM, no cover. Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen, 1180 Scheels Dr. (775) 657-8659

LIVE MUSIC & LATE NIGHT DJ

Live music with late-night DJ. Sa, 5PM-2AM & 7PMmidnight through 12/27, no cover. John Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. (775) 3563300

KARAOKE

KARAOKE WITH BOBBY DEE

Tu, 8PM, no cover. Morelli’s G Street Saloon, 2285 G St. (775) 355-8281

KARAOKE

Th-Sa, 9PM, no cover. Bottom’s Up Saloon, 1923 Prater Way (775) 359-3677

KARAOKE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH

Come see us and request your favorite song to sing, dance or just listen to. Or maybe you would just like to play pool for only 75 cents. F, 8/15, 8PM., no cover. La Morena Bar, 2140 Victorian Ave. (775) 772-2475