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Music is back in full swing, and festivals and events are back en masse to entertain, enlighten, satiate and enjoy this summer and it’s all inside our Tahoe Music, Events & Festivals Guide.

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From free summer concert series at venues throughout the region, to popular favorites like Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest, the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, the Harvey’s Outdoor Summer Concert Series, Trails & Vistas, Truckee Thursdays, Tahoe Chocolate & Wine Festival, Sample the Sierra, studio art tours and Oktoberfest celebrations it will be a summer chocked full of fun. You’ll also find details on new summer events like the inaugural Truckee Reggae Fest.

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You’ll want to sit down with our Tahoe Music, Events & Festivals Guide, make a plan to go to your favorite events and buy those tickets right away. I expect many of these events will sell out quickly. In case you missed it in our last edition, you’ll also want to check out our Kids Ultimate Tahoe Summer Bucket List from our Family Fun Guide. It’s full of fun activities to enjoy this summer with the entire family. Hint: You’ll need the Tahoe Music, Events & Festivals Guide to complete No. 42.

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LAKE LEVEL Lake Tahoe Natural rim 6,223’

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South Lake Tahoe

(530) 542-2908 | cityofslt.us Urban Trailhead at base of Heavenly Gondola with local exhibits and programs. South Tahoe

Fannette Island

Tahoe City Field Station

Tallac Historic Site Emerald Bay

North Shore

Summer | (530) 583-3279 | terc.ucdavis.edu This 1920s-era building features a history of the field station, current UC Davis research projects, interactive exhibits and demonstration garden. Ages 8+. TART South Lake Tahoe

(530) 541-3030 | parks.ca.gov Lake Tahoe’s only island is located in Emerald Bay & is home to an old tea house. Boat access only. (Closed Feb. 1-June 15 for nesting birds.) TART/South Tahoe

(530) 541-5227 | tahoeheritage.org Once known as the “Grandest Resort in the World” as the summer retreat for three San Francisco elite families with the Baldwin Estate, Pope Estate & Valhalla. Grounds open yearround. South Tahoe

Heavenly

Taylor Creek Visitor Center

South Lake Tahoe

OPENS JUNE 18 (775) 586-7000 | skiheavenly.com Enjoy a 2.4-mile ride on the gondola to the top with panoramic views. Ticket required. South Tahoe

Hellman-Ehrman Mansion

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 543-2674 | fs.usda.gov Features Stream Profile Chamber to view slice of Taylor Creek, nature trails & more. South Tahoe East Shore

Parking fee | parks.ca.gov (530) 525-7232 Park | (530) 583-9911 Tours Sugar Pine Point State Park is home to the historic Ehrman Mansion (summer tours), see boathouses with historic boats and General Phipps Cabin built in the late 1800s. TART

May-October | thunderbirdtahoe.org The former Whittell estate. This magnificent lakefront home features the Lighthouse Room, Old Lodge, 600’ underground tunnel (with a former lion cage) and Boat House, home to the “Thunderbird,” a 1939 wooden boat. Ages 6+ only. No on-site parking. Tours by reservation only.

High Camp

Truckee

Olympic Valley

(800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Aerial tram rides with views of Lake Tahoe, Olympic Heritage Museum, events and more. Ticket required. TART

Kings Beach

North Shore

northtahoebusiness.org Kings Beach is a popular spot for dining and shopping with the North Shore’s largest sandy beach located in the heart of town. Free parking at North Tahoe Beach, Brook Street, Minnow and the Christmas Tree lot on Hwy. 28. TART

North Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden

Incline Village

Summer | Free (775) 586-1610, ext. 25 | demogarden.org Demonstrations of lake-friendly landscaping using native and adaptive plants, water conservation, soil stabilization techniques, defensible space from wildfires & BMPs. Self-guided tours & clinics. TART

North Tahoe Arts Center

Tahoe City

(530) 581-2787 | northtahoearts.com Featuring exhibits of work by local artists and works for sale by local artists. TART

Tahoe Art League Gallery

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 544-2313 | talart.org Featuring local artists, workshops. South Tahoe

STAMPEDE 19,9661

truckeehistory.org | truckee.com Settled in 1863, Truckee grew quickly as a stagecoach stop and route for the Central Pacific Railroad. During these early days, many historical homes and buildings were built including The Truckee Hotel (1868) and the Capitol Building (1868). Stop by the Depot for a walking tour of historic downtown. Paid parking downtown. TART

Vikingsholm Castle

497

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Truckee River | FLOW AT FARAD 497 (530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org

Featuring historic photos, the Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and historical memorabilia. TART

Truckee

Tues.-Sun. | Locals’ first Tues. half price (530) 587-5437 | kidzonemuseum.org Interactive exhibits, science & art classes for kids up to age 7. BabyZone & Jungle Gym. TART

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(530) 541-5458 | laketahoemuseum.org Features Washoe artifacts and exhibits on early industry and settlers. Pick up walking tour map. South Tahoe

Open by advance ticket (775) 881-7566 | tahoesciencecenter.org NAKOMAFEATHER University of California, Davis, science eduRIVER PARK FEATHER cation center at Sierra NevadaRIVER College. Exhibits PARK include a virtual research boat, biology lab, 3D movies and docent-led tours. Ages 8+. TART

Truckee Railroad Museum

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Open by appt. truckeedonnerrailroadsociety.com Learn about the historic railroad. Located in a caboose next to the Truckee Depot. TART

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VISITORS’ CENTERS Kings Beach Kings Beach State Rec. Area (Thurs.-Mon., July-Aug.)

Incline Village 969 Tahoe Blvd. (800) 468-2463 Stateline 169 Hwy. 50 (775) 588-4591

Truckee

Sat. & Sun. & by appt. Thurs.-Mon. | (530) 582-0893 | truckeehistory.org Housed in the original Depot, built in 1901. Exhibits cover different eras in Truckee history. TART

Tahoe City 100 N. Lake Blvd. (530) 581-6900 Truckee 10065 Donner Pass Rd. (Depot) (530) 587-8808 U.S. Forest Service | Incline Village 855 Alder Ave. (775) 831-0914 (Wed.-Fri.)

Old Jail Museum

Truckee

Open by appt. | (530) 659-2378 | truckeehistory.org One of a few surviving 19th Century jailhouses used from 1875 until May 1964 (summer tours). TART

Olympic Museum

Olympic Valley

(800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Squaw Valley, host of the VIII Winter Olympic Games in 1960, celebrates its Olympic History with the Tower of Nations with its Olympic Flame and the symbolic Tower of the Valley. The Olympic Museum at High Camp features historic memorabilia and photographs. TART

U.S. Forest Service | South Lake Tahoe 35 College Dr. (530) 543-2600

U.S. Forest Service | Tahoe City 3080 N. Lake Blvd. (530) 583-3593 (Fridays)

U.S. Forest Service | Truckee 10811 Stockrest Springs Rd. (530) 587-3558

National Forest access info fs.fed.us/r5/webmaps/RecreationSiteStatus

TRANSIT North Tahoe & Truckee (TART) | laketahoetransit.com South Tahoe | tahoetransportation.org

Emerald Bay

Parking fee | (530) 541-3030 | (530) 525-9529 ADA parks.ca.gov or vikingsholm.com Tour the grounds of Vikingsholm Castle (May 29-Sept. 30), see Eagle Falls and Fannette Island (the Lake’s only island), home to an old Tea House. TART/South Tahoe

Watson Cabin

Tahoe City

(530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org Watson Cabin, built by Robert Watson and his son in 1909, is the oldest building in Tahoe City and on the National Register of Historic Places. (summer tours). TART

MUSEUMS Donner Summit Historical Society

Soda Springs

donnersummithistoricalsociety.org At Old Hwy 40 & Soda Springs Rd. 20-mile interpretive driving tour along Old 40. TART

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2 PROSSER 11,061 CAPACITY: 29,840 (530) 582-7892 | parks.ca.gov CAPACITY: C 9,500 5 features exhibits DONNER 4,690 The Emigrant Trail Museum and artifacts on the Donner Party (1846-47) at 8 INDEPENDENCE 1,3763 CCAPACITY: 18,300 Donner Memorial State Park. See the towering Pioneer Monument. A TART 20,400 40 MARTIS 1,052 CAPACITY:

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visittahoecity.com Popular for shopping and dining with historical sites. At the junction of hwys 89 & 28, visitors may see the Tahoe City Dam, Lake Tahoe’s only outlet, and Fanny Bridge. Peer into Watson Cabin (1909) for a glimpse at pioneer life. Free parking at Commons Beach, Grove St., Jackpine St. and 64 acres at Hwys 89 & 28. TART

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Drive through one of the area’s natural wonders at Cave Rock, the neck of an old volcano. The area is named for the small caves above Highway 50 that were cut by waves when Lake Tahoe was 200 feet higher during the ice ages.

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lake tahoe facts How the lake was formed About 3 to 5 million years ago, the valley that would become the Tahoe Basin sank between parallel fractures in the Earth’s crust as the mountains on either side continued to rise. A shallow lake began to form in the resulting valley. Roughly 2 to 3 million years ago, erupting volcanoes blocked the outlet, forcing the lake to rise hundreds of feet above its current elevation, and eventually eroded down to near its current outlet. Between 1 million and 20,000 years ago, large masses of glacial ice covered the west side of the Tahoe Basin. Current geologic theory suggests an earthen berm (moraine) left by a receding glacier near Olympic Valley acted as a dam, causing the lake level to rise and then draw down rapidly when the dam catastrophically failed. Between 7,000 and 15,000 years ago, a four-mile segment of the West Shore collapsed into the Lake causing a massive

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Lake Tahoe has a surface area of 191 square miles (307 km). If Lake Tahoe were emptied, it would submerge California under 15 inches of water (.38 m).

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Lake Tahoe sits at an average elevation of between 6,223’ and 6,229.1’. (1,897-1,899 m) The top 6.1’ (1.8 m) of water is controlled by the dam in Tahoe City and holds up to 744,600 acre feet of water (91,845 m).

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submerged debris avalanche, widening the Lake by three miles and creating McKinney Bay.1 The Tahoe Basin is mostly granite, with little topsoil, and therefore few nutrients have washed into the lake to promote the growth of algae and other organisms that make water murky. As well, 40 percent of the precipitation falling into the Tahoe Basin lands directly on the lake. The remaining precipitation drains through the decomposed granite soil found in marshes and meadows, creating a good filtering system for water. Urbanization of the Tahoe Basin has eliminated 75 percent of its marshes, 50 percent of its meadows and 35 percent of its steam zone habitats. About 85 percent of all wildlife in the Tahoe Basin use these habitats.

About the lake Lake Tahoe is located in the states of California and Nevada, with two-thirds in California. It is fed by 63 streams and two hot springs.

Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the U.S. (Crater Lake in Oregon, at 1,932 feet, or 589 m, is the deepest), and the 11th deepest in the world.

Volume: 39 trillion gallons (147.6 trillion liters)

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Average depth: 1,000 feet (304 m)

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The Truckee River is Tahoe’s only outlet and flows from the dam in Tahoe City east through Reno and eventually drains into Pyramid Lake in the Nevada desert. However, water releases are not permitted when the lake surface level falls below the natural rim at 6,223’ (1,897 m). The lowest lake level on record (measured since 1900) was 6,220.26’ (1,896 m) on Nov. 30, 1992. The Lake of the Sky appears blue in color as other colors in the light spectrum are absorbed and blue light is scattered back.

Lake clarity The University of California, Davis, operates the Tahoe Environmental Resarch Center, which monitors, among other things, the clarity of Lake Tahoe. Clarity has been measured since 1968 and was first recorded at 102.4’. The waters of Lake Tahoe were clear to an average depth of 62.7 (19.1m) in 2019. The

Why is the lake blue? The Lake of the Sky appears blue in color as other colors in the light spectrum are absorbed and the blue light is scattered back.

lowest average depth on record was 64.1’ (19.5m) in 1997. Lake Tahoe is losing clarity be-cause of algae growth fueled by nitrogen and phosphorus.

Lake Tahoe’s discovery The first recorded discovery of Lake Tahoe by white explorers was on Feb. 14, 1844, when John Charles Frémont and Charles Preuss spotted the lake from atop Red Lake Peak. The lake went through several names before it was officially named Tahoe in 1945. Tahoe is a mispronunciation of the first two syllables of the Washoe’s word for the lake – Da ow a ga, which means “edge of the lake.”  Learn more: Visit the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village or tahoesciencecenter.org. Sources: Tahoe Environmental Research Center, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Forest Service, “Tahoe Place Names” and David Antonucci (denoted by 1).

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Take Care Tahoe launches ambassador programs

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Six organizations are launching ambassador programs in locations around the region to address and reduce tourism-related environmental impacts the region regularly experiences. Every weekend throughout the summer, up to 50 ambassadors will be positioned at popular recreation sites to provide information to Tahoe Sierra area visitors about the importance of proper trash disposal, trail and wildlife etiquette, wildfire safety and other Leave No Trace principles. While each program is independently man-

mpressive peaks reaching nearly 9,800 feet create a bowl effect, framing Emigrant Lake in a manner that could captivate hikers for hours. Even more remarkable, though, is the woman Melissa Coray Peak is named after. Melissa Coray was the only woman in the 46-member battalion that was the first wagon train to go over Carson Pass and the first to go west to east, according to the Sons of Utah Pioneers. Congress designated the Mormon-Carson Pass Emigrant Trail a national historic trail in August 1992. In October 1993, the U.S. Board of Geographic Names named the peak after Coray. When naming the peak, the board said it was to honor Coray

Small meadow-like grassy areas were a delight around more than one corner, as were the fields of flowers.

Emigrant Lake is at an elevation of 8,602 feet in the Mokelumne Wilderness. BELOW: The trail from Caples to Emigrant is one most people in good shape can navigate without difficulty.

soft dirt and decomposed granite. Some was hardpack dirt from recent afternoon rains. Most people would not need poles going up or down. It’s single track, necessitating stepping off the trail so others can pass.

aged, ambassadors from each program will wear the same Take Care Tahoe branded uniform to demonstrate a united, consistent approach to the education effort. The programs include: Taskforce Trailhead Program with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association to share essential outdoor ethics on the Tahoe Rim Trail; South Lake Tahoe Student Ambassador Program with the Sierra Nevada Alliance to promote environmental stewardship; Tahoe Bike Safety Ambassadors spearheaded by the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition; Keep Truckee Green Ambassador Program through the Town of Truckee at hotspots including Donner Lake, downtown Truckee and the Legacy Trail;

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and the “thousands of emigrant women who endured similar hardships in settling the West.” Melissa Coray Peak at 9,763 feet is a subpeak of Peak 9795. Peak 9795, getting its name from its height, is identifiable because it has a small electric tower on it. From Emigrant Lake, hikers are looking up to border of Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Skiers are known to venture down this back side in winter. The out-and-back trail from the Caples Lake dam is 8.2 miles. We logged 8.63 miles that day, with the extra including a side trip to the waterfall and then to our granite slabs for lunch. Water is a feature along much of the trail, with Caples Lake being the initial focal point. Driving along this body of 8

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water doesn’t reveal her true beauty; walking it does. The shoreline is pretty and inviting, with plenty of people only going this far. The trail flanks much of the southwest edge of Caples Lake before heading due south to Emigrant Lake. Emigrant Creek flows from Emigrant Lake into Caples Lake. At various times it is visible from the trail or can be heard. This would be a welcome relief for four-legged hikers. With so much water, it made for lush, verdant terrain. Small meadow-like grassy areas were a delight around more than one corner, as were the fields of flowers. Most of the trail is a gradual climb along

Hikers can also reach Emigrant Lake via Kirkwood, but some bushwhacking is required. A distinct trail juts off toward Kirkwood from the Emigrant Lake trail that leads to Covered Wagon Peak (9,565 feet) and Melissa Coray Peak. The latter is on the border of the Mokelumne Wilderness. Directions | From South Lake Tahoe, take Highway 50 west to Meyers. At the roundabout, take Highway 89 south. In Hope Valley, go right onto Highway 88. Just past the Caples Lake dam is parking on the left for the trailhead. Permits are required to camp. | fs.usda.gov 

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ur future depends on the watershed. Its future depends on us. The 435square-mile Middle Truckee River Watershed is vital to all life in our area. The watershed provides habitat for hundreds of species: fish, including the famous Lahontan cutthroat trout; amphibians such as the endangered Sierra Nevada yellowlegged frog and birds, notably the sandhill crane and willow flycatcher. The watershed also supports a sizeable human population: more than half a million people receive their drinking water either from the Martis Valley Aquifer in Truckee and its surrounding areas or directly from the river to Reno and Sparks, Nev. The watershed also fills snowmaking pipes and greens the golf courses, supporting world-class recreation opportunities for the 15 million visitors to the Tahoe area each year. However, the watershed has suffered drastically from 150 years of habitat degradation, logging, railroad construction and grazing. Dramatic erosion leaves meadows disconnected from its water source, which results in a complete change of vegetation from water-loving sedges to drier sagebrush. Carbon is sequestered in the soils of healthy meadows and if they begin to erode, carbon is released into the atmosphere, adding to the ever-increasing presence of this greenhouse gas, contributing to climate change. A healthy ecosystem provides so many benefits, while a degraded ecosystem can nullify all the healthy functions. The dense vegetation of a functioning meadow filters out pollutants, excess nutrients and sediment, which preserves and enhances downstream water quality. Helping to buffer against and mitigate the impacts of drought, healthy meadows act as sponges, soaking up water during

wetter periods and then slowly releasing this water during subsequent drier times. Restored stream channels are connected to their floodplains, dispersing high flows gradually across the landscape, in contrast to disconnected and eroded channels, which store the water within the channel, potentially leading to dangerous floods downstream.

The watershed provides habitat for hundreds of species … and supports more than half a million people from the Martis Valley Aquifer in Truckee and its surrounding areas or directly from the river to Reno and Sparks, Nev. For all the above-listed reasons and so many more, Truckee River Watershed Council works to protect, enhance and restore the Middle Truckee River Watershed. In the last three years, 700 acres of degraded meadows, 5 miles of streambanks and more than 125 acres of forest have been restored. This summer the organization will be restoring Sardine Meadow, East Martis Creek and Coldstream Canyon. Its goal is to complete 50 meadow, stream and forest restoration projects over the next decade to keep our natural environment resilient into the future. Those interested in more information can attend the watershed council’s River Talks, every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. To sign up, email sdrake@trcukeeriverwc.org. | truckeeriverwc.org 

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COON STREET DOG BEACH

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Hwy. 28

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SPEEDBOAT BEACH

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NORTH TAHOE REGIONAL PARK & DOG PARK Hwy. 28, at top of National Ave.

SANDY BEACH

Hwy. 28, across from the Perennial Nursery

TAHOE VISTA RECREATION AREA

Hwy. 28, at National Ave.

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CARNELIAN BAY

CARNELIAN WEST BEACH PATTON LANDING

Hwy. 28, next to Gar Woods

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TAHOE CITY

COMMONS BEACH HERITAGE PLAZA

Hwy. 28, Tahoe City behind old fire station

Hwy. 28, Downtown Tahoe City

LAKE FOREST BEACH POMIN PARK SKYLANDIA

Lake Forest Rd, 1.5 miles east of Tahoe City

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64-ACRES PARK & BELL’S LANDING

South of Tahoe City

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2.5 miles south of Tahoe City

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ELIZABETH WILLIAMS PARK EMERALD BAY BEACH KILNER PARK

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MARIE SLUCHAK PARK MEEKS BAY

4 miles south of Tahoe City

Corner of Hwy. 89 & Pine St., Tahoma

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Hwy. 89, 10 miles south of Tahoe City

SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK

9.5 miles south of Tahoe City

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DONNER MEMORIAL STATE PARK SHORELINE PARK WEST END BEACH

I-80 Donner Lake exit

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West of Donner Lake

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25-yard, 8-lane indoor pool at Incline Recreation Center, swim lessons, aqua fitness, 1-meter spring diving board, inflatable slide (weekends). Daily rates & memberships available.

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INCLINE VILLAGE

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

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6/24–9/6, 2021 8am–Midnight–Daily On-demand, free curbto-curb shuttles serving the North Shore of Lake Tahoe.

Zone 1: Dollar Point, Tahoe City, Sunnyside, Homewood, Tahoma. Zone 2: Brockway, Kings Beach, Tahoe Vista. Zone 3: Incline Village, Crystal Bay.

25-yard indoor pool with 6 lanes, 1-meter spring diving board, swim training, hydraulic lift at Tahoe-Truckee High School. TART

ROCK CLIMBING WALLS

Community Recreation Center offers 29’ climbing wall & 12’ bouldering wall. All ages & levels. Lessons available. TART

OLYMPIC VALLEY

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TRUCKEE

18-hole course at Squaw Valley’s High Camp. Disc rentals. TART

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25-yard indoor/outdoor year-round pool. Lessons. BlueGo

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A mostly flat and moderately wooded course is located at Bijou Community Park featuring 27 holes covering 8,324 feet. The course features mixed tees with varied fairways with slight elevation changes. On Al Tahoe Boulevard off Highway 50. BlueGo

TAHOE VISTA

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SKATE PARKS INCLINE VILLAGE

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

Bijou Community Park | cityofslt.us Bijou Community Park features a skateboard park on Al Tahoe Boulevard off Highway 50. BlueGo

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18-hole course at North Tahoe Regional Park, off National Avenue. Parking $5. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

40’x80’ warehouse with indoor skate rink. 867 Eloise, South Lake Tahoe.

TRUCKEE

18-hole course at Truckee River Regional Park, off Brockway Road. Dogs must be on leash. Free. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

Truckee River Regional Park with several bowls with a spine and channel, a long rail and ledges. Knee and elbow pads and helmets required. Free. Daily dawn10 p.m. TART

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TRUCKEE

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WOODWARD TAHOE

(530) 550-2225 18 holes at Sierra College Campus. Free. Daily dawndusk. TART

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ZEPHYR COVE

Featuring two skateparks – The Sierra Skatepark and the Eastern Sierra Skatepark. Plus, indoor skate park inside The Bunker.

The Zephyr Cove course is 18 holes covering 5,256 feet with holes of varying lengths. On Warrior Way. BlueGo

MINI GOLF COURSES Village at Northstar

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LAKE TAHOE

LAKE FOREST

(530) 583-3796

1.5 miles east of Tahoe City, off Hwy. 28

TAHOE VISTA REC. AREA (530) 546-4212 Hwy. 28, Bottom of National Ave.

COON ST. BOAT LAUNCH (530) 583-3075 Hwy. 28, Bottom of Coon St. in Kings Beach

SAND HARBOR

(775) 831-0494

Hwy. 28, 2 miles south of Incline Village

CAVE ROCK

(775) 831-0494

Closed for the season to motorized vessels due to low water. Picnic area, beach, restrooms.

(530) 542-2981

Hwy. 50 at Lakeview Ave., South Lake Tahoe

Call for schedule. Restrooms.

BOCA/STAMPEDE RSVR.

(530) 587-3558 I-80, Hirschdale exit (530) 582-7720

I-80, Donner Lake exit

INDEPENDENCE LAKE

(775) 322-4990

Independence Lake Rd., 20 miles north of Truckee

PROSSER RSVR.

(530) 587-3558

Hwy. 89, 2 miles north of Truckee

WEBBER LAKE

(530) 582-4711

Henness Pass Rd., 26 miles north of Truckee

Closed for the season to motorized vessels due to low water. Picnic area, restrooms.

45 mph speed limit. No launching fee. $10 parking. Subject to closure during low water levels. Mandatory inspections.

2 boat lanes, fish cleaning station, restrooms.

Restricted to on-site watercraft: kayaks, tubes & small motor boats available on first-come, first-served basis. No outside craft. 10 mph speed limit strictly enforced. No fees for parking or launching. Mandatory inspections. 5 mph speed limit. Boat ramp & trailer parking. Self inspection required. Sierra County Inspection form at sierracounty.ca.gov.

PUBLIC PIERS Public piers are free, but have limited space; often limited to loading and unloading. DONNER LAKE

DONNER LAKE

I-80, Donner Lake exit

37 public piers on north shore from the boat ramp east. Fenced piers are private.

LAKE TAHOE

GAR WOODS

Carnelian Bay

KINGS BEACH

Bottom of Coon St.

SKYLANDIA PARK

Lake Forest

Access to restaurant, small beaches. Restrooms. Busy pier adjacent to town, public beach, picnic sites. Restrooms. Small beach, picnic facilities. Restrooms.

KASPIAN PICNIC AREA West Shore

Between Tahoe City and Homewood. Picnic area, beach. Restrooms.

GROVE STREET

Open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Located east of Commons Beach. Restrooms at Commons Beach.

Center of Tahoe City

SUGAR PINE POINT

Tahoma

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5 a.m-8 p.m. after. Picnic area, beach, Visitors’ Center, food, restrooms. Sealed boats only.

AREA LAKES

DONNER LAKE

6 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily.

Hwy. 50, East Shore

EL DORADO BEACH

6 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. Pass available. Restrooms. One-way exit only after closing.

Hiking, Ehrman Mansion tours, nature trail. Restrooms.

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PAVED MULTIUSE TRAILS BIKE PATH RULES • Keep dogs leashed • Pedestrians must yield to bikes • Don’t stop on the trail; move to the side • E-bikes allowed on most paths; check in advance • Cyclists call out when passing pedestrians • Cyclists pass on the left • Pack out all trash, including dog waste. • Carry doggie bags.

EAST SHORE

EAST SHORE TRAIL Easy-moderate | 6 miles RT | tahoefund.org Runs along Lake Tahoe and connects to Hwy. 28 from south end of Incline Village, Nev., to Sand Harbor State Park. Parking near Ponderosa Ranch Road. Electric assist OK. Paid parking. TART NORTH SHORE

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CAMP RICHARDSON BIKE PATH Easy | 6 miles RT The trail parallels State Route 89 (Emerald Bay Road) for more than 3 miles, offering access to a number of local historic and recreational amenities. Park at Taylor Creek, Baldwin or Pope beaches. Visit tahoebike.org for more info.

SOUTH SHORE BIKE PATH Easy | 7 miles RT | cityofslt.us Follow the bike trail along South Shore, with sections along Lakeview Commons, Reagan Beach and playgrounds. Public parking at Parks and Recreation lot on Rufus Allen Boulevard. Visit tahoebike.org for more info.

CYCLING ROUTES AROUND LAKE TAHOE Strenuous | 72 miles This challenging route is a scenic trip around Lake Tahoe. A mix of flat spots, rolling hills and some steep climbs. Heavy traffic through South Lake Tahoe. Amazing views.

BARKER PASS

Easy | 5 miles RT | washoecounty.us Runs along Lake Tahoe and connects to Hwy. 28 at each end of Incline Village. Park at Preston Field on Hwy. 28. Electric assist OK. TART

Easy-moderate | 8+ miles RT | tcpud.org First 2.5 miles mostly level with a half-mile climb up Dollar Hill. Cross Highway 28 to access 2.2-mile section to Fulton Crescent above Carnelian Bay. Public parking at 64 Acres, Commons Beach, Jackpine and Dollar Point. Electric assist OK. TART

Moderate-strenuous | 10 miles RT Barker Pass is one of the most beautiful rides in Tahoe, if you don’t mind a little climbing with 5 miles and 1,700 vertical feet. But if you’re up to the task, you will be rewarded with pristine wilderness, spectacular alpine views, smooth pavement and almost no traffic. You will pass through lush meadows, aspens, Lodgepole pines and several varieties of fir. Take Highway 89 south of Tahoe City to Barker Pass Road for about 4.2 miles. Look for the brown sign on the right for Blackwood Canyon/Kaspian, and shortly afterward you will see the Forest Service road.

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Easy | 9+ miles RT | tcpud.org 4.5 miles from the Tahoe City wye to Alpine Meadows Road, with trails continuing to Olympic Valley. The trail is scenic, separate from the highway, and is mostly flat terrain with a few short, gentle grades with trout fishing, river rafting and picnicking along the way. Connects with Squaw Valley Road or continue to Truckee. Public parking at 64 Acres and Squaw Valley Park at Squaw Valley Road. Electric assist OK. TART

Moderate-strenuous | 39 miles RT This route is one of the easiest to follow, and one of the best. It has it all the views, a good climb, a technical descent, a restaurant en route, Donner Lake and miles of lightly traveled roads. From downtown Truckee head west on Donner Pass Road until it ends in Cisco Grove. After passing Donner Lake, you begin the long and challenging, but scenic, grind up the summit. This climb has a vertical rise of less than 1,000’. From the top of the summit, it is a rolling downhill along the Yuba River all the way to Cisco Grove. The descent down to Donner Lake is a technical one. Watch your speed, and make sure your brakes work. Parking at West End Beach and boat ramp.

VILLAGE BOULEVARD Easy | 7.4 miles RT | washoecounty.us Bike path runs along Hwy. 28 through Incline Village. Access to shopping and parks. Park at Preston Field on Hwy. 28. TART WEST SHORE

TAHOE CITY TO MEEKS BAY Moderate | 25+ miles RT | tcpud.org Mostly separate from the highway, the trail includes a few miles of highway shoulder and residential streets. Terrain is varied with a few steep sections. Access to picnicking, beaches and playgrounds. Public parking at 64 Acres. Electric assist OK. TART OLYMPIC VALLEY

OLYMPIC VALLEY Easy | 4 miles RT | tcpud.org A 2-mile trail runs beside Squaw Valley Road to the ski area from the Squaw Valley condos to Victoria Road, with views of the meadow and surrounding peaks. Public parking at Squaw Valley Park or Village at Squaw. Electric assist OK. TART TRUCKEE

TRUCKEE LEGACY TRAIL Easy | 6 miles RT | tdrpd.org Stretches from downtown Truckee to Truckee River Regional Park, River View Sports Park and Glenshire. Park at either park or East River Street. Electric assist OK. TART

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INCLINE BIKE PARK Incline Bike Project on Facebook Park terrain and features for all ages.

TAHOE CROSS COUNTRY (530) 583-5475 | tahoexc.org All levels | Varied terrain Tahoe Cross Country offers marked mountain biking and hiking trails in the Burton Creek State Park area just north of Tahoe City. Trail access is free and the terrain is ideal for beginner and intermediate mountain bikers. Advanced riders can find challenging terrain on the Tahoe Rim Trail and around Mount Watson.

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INCLINE TO MOUNT ROSE SUMMIT Strenuous | 16 miles RT Ride about Lake Tahoe for panoramic views of the basin climbing to 8,900’ on the Mount Rose Highway out of Incline Village, Nev., to the Mount Rose Pass. While 8 miles of climbing is tough, it’s a fairly gentle grade. Just put it in your lowest gear and keep pedaling, followed by 8 miles of downhill at fast speeds with sandy bike lands. Keeping your speed under control is vital. Parking at Preston Field in Incline Village or start at the top and park at Tahoe Meadows or at the summit.

HOPE VALLEY TO BLUE LAKES Moderate | 28 miles RT You can explore the Highway 88 in either direction of Hope Valley, but 12-mile ride from the valley to Blue Lakes is a biker’s dream: smooth roads, doable climbs and spectacular alpine scenery with a lake at the end. Park at the intersection of Highways 88 and 89 and turn right. In 2 miles, turn onto Blue Lakes Road. The ride starts out mostly level until you pass the Hope Valley campground where it begins to steadily ascend before reaching the pass with a panoramic view of the area. Then descend for several miles to end at Blue lakes before the return trip.

Strenuous | 11.6 miles RT This is a challenging and exhilarating ride (sometimes referred to as Three Bridges Trail) that will afford you a fun downhill swoop and beautiful mountain views. You can ride it either way, starting on either side of the Midway Bridge between Alpine Meadows and Olympic Valley off Hwy. 89. EAST SHORE

FLUME TRAIL Strenuous | 14 miles There are several mountain biking trails off the Flume Trail, but if you follow the Flume Trail the whole way you will be rewarded with magnificent views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains. The Flume Trail rises 1,600’ above the East Shore of Lake Tahoe. At the end of the Flume Trail, there is a 3-mile, 1,600’ descent down to Tunnel Creek Station on Hwy. 28. It is a moderately difficult ride at 7,000’ to 8,000’ in elevation with more than 1,000’ of climbing and 4.5-miles of single track. It has several steep sections. Shuttle available at Tunnel Creek Café off Hwy. 28 in Incline Village to Spooner Lake State Park. Info (775) 298-2501. Call for shuttle schedule.

MOUNT ROSE TO SPOONER LAKE Strenuous | 20 miles The beginning of this beautiful section of the Tahoe Rim Trail is at 8,700’ above the Sheep Flats (aka Tahoe Meadows) on Mount Rose. The first part of the trail parallels the highway and then descends through the meadows and briefly joins the Ophir Creek trail. Look for Rim Trail signs, then after a quarter-mile up and to the right of the Ophir Creek trail (don’t stay on the Ophir Creek Trail). After a 300’ climb out of the meadows, you begin to contour your way to the Tunnel Creek road. At 9 miles, you will come to the Tunnel Creek Road. Follow it a half-mile with the Flume Trail on the right. Continue straight for an 800’ switchbacking climb. Near the top of the climb, consider taking the vista trail to the Sand Harbor overlook. Once at the top, the trail winds down past the Marlette Peak campground to Hobart Road. The Rim Trail past this point is closed to bikes, so your only path back to Spooner is along this road to the right and down to Marlette Lake. A short, but tough climb leads out of the Marlette basin and then it is downhill back to Spooner Lake. Mind the speed on this descent due to heavy equestrian and hiking use. Shuttle (775) 298-2501. Call for schedule. SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

BIJOU BIKE PARK bijoubikepark.org The 5-acre park features pump tracks, BMX Track, striderfriendly pump track, jump lines and loop trail. Dawn-dusk.

CORRAL AREA TRAILS tamba.org All levels | Varied terrain Corral area trails include Sidewinders, Cedar and Armstrong Connector. This area has a high density of trails for all ability levels and serves as the unofficial hub of mountain bike activity in the South Shore. Featuring log rides, jumps and rock rolls including the new jumps, berms, rollers and hips. The trails all run parallel to the Fountain Place paved road. These trails link to Armstong Trail, the Tahoe Rim Trail, Powerline, Railroad Grade and this is also where Toads ends.

KIRKWOOD (209) 258-7277 | kirkwood.com The mountain bike park offers a network of liftaccessed trails for all levels with 22 trails in the valley, and 12 accessed by the lift, with 11.5 miles of single track. The bike park features log rides, pump tracks and other terrain features.

MR. TOADS WILD RIDE Moderate-Strenuous | 6.2 miles Mr. Toad’s heads mostly downhill from the Tahoe Rim Trail with several options for making a loop. The upper section of this trail is much more technical than either section of the TRT and has many big drops and sections of nothing but rocks. There is also a huge stair step section that comes up on you quickly. TRUCKEE

COLDSTREAM VALLEY Easy to moderate | 6 miles RT This loop offers a mellow ride offering views of the Sierra Crest, has nice flowers in the spring and circumnavigates a series of ponds. From Donner Pass Road, take Coldstream Road, which alternates pavement and dirt. After a short climb up the old terminal moraine of the glacier that once filled this valley, the valley opens up. Proceed on this road until you come to private property signs at the last pond, then turn left on the dirt road and return on the east side of the valley. Park outside the white gate on Coldstream.

DONNER SKI RANCH (530) 426-9350 | facebook.com/old40bikepark Offering lift-accessed mountain biking on its trails with varied terrain and great views.

EMIGRANT TRAIL Moderate | 15+ miles Offers rolling, wide, single-track through high desert, winding through sagebrush, seasonally wet meadows and Jeffrey Pine forests. North of Truckee on Hwy. 89 to Donner Camp picnic area. If too wet, proceed 2.5 miles on Hwy. 89 to Prosser Creek Bridge pullout. 15 miles to Stampede, but can continue on to other areas.

NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA (530) 562-2268 | northstarcalifornia.com All levels | Varied terrain Northstar’s Mountain Bike Park boasts more than 100 miles of trails for mountain biking including its signature trail, LiveWire, and the most extensive life-accessed trail network in the Western United States. The park features Skill Development Areas and terrain features including jumps, rails and bridges. Downhill Mountain Bike Race Series and Cross-Country Race Series open to everyone.

TRUCKEE PUMP TRACK/BMX truckeebikepark.org The Park has the sweetest flow lines and the smoothest strider/pump track for all skills levels to progress along with beginner to advanced jump lines. Featuring a dual pump track, dirt jumps, flow lines, dual slalom track, xc trail, drop zone, medium slopestyle line and more. Open from sunrise to sunset. Helmets & brakes required.

WOODWARD TAHOE MOUNTAIN BIKE/BMX (530) 426-1114 | rideboreal.com The Slabs lift-served bike park featuring flow lines with natural elements, granite rock and obstacles with berms, wall rides and jumps. And, visit The Trenches BMX park. All levels. MOUNT ROSE

SKY TAVERN (775) 323-5125 | skytavern.org The mountain bike park features downhill, climbing and dual slalom trails, designed as a series of progressive trails. Open sunrise to sunset spring to fall.

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TAHOE RIM TRAIL Moderate The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 164.8-mile loop trail that encircles Lake Tahoe. The trail is open to hikers and equestrians, and mountain bikers in some sections. It is generally moderate in difficulty, with a 10 percent average grade and elevations ranging from 6,300 to 10,333’. Visit tahoerimtrail.org for maps, guided hikes & descriptions.

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MARLETTE LAKE Moderate | 9 miles RT Walk along the dirt path through the picnic area and follow signs to Marlette Lake. Mostly sun exposed. Great wildflowers in early summer. Start at Spooner Lake State Park.

SECRET HARBOR & CHIMNEY BEACH Easy | 3 miles RT Follow the trail to Chimney Beach trail and follow the trail to the end and over a group of boulders to reach the sandy beaches of Secret Harbor (the wooden steps off the trail lead to the nude beach at Secret Cove). Off Hwy. 28.

SKUNK HARBOR Moderate | 2.8 miles RT This interesting hike ends at a beautiful cove lined with boulders and a luxurious sandy beach on the edge of Lake Tahoe with some of the warmest waters around the lake. Visitors can look inside the historic party house owned by George and Caroline Newhall in the 1920s along beach. Park north of gate; do not block gate off Hwy. 28.

SPOONER LAKE Easy | 1.8 miles RT Spooner Lake is a great, easy hike for any season with interpretive displays. At Spooner Lake State Park. NORTH SHORE

PICNIC ROCK Moderate | 3.6 miles RT Just off the Tahoe Rim Trail, the expansive view from the top provides a panorama of both Lake Tahoe and the Martis Valley. A single track winds up, offering a gradual climb with no technical challenges, until reaching Picnic Rock, an old volcanic rock. Off Hwy. 267.

STATELINE LOOKOUT Easy | .5 miles RT This short hike offers superb views of Lake Tahoe. A short, self-guided nature trail explains the history of the North Shore. Hwy. 28 in Crystal Bay. SOUTH SHORE

LOWER & UPPER ECHO LAKES Easy | 2.4-4.8 miles RT Lower and Upper Echo Lakes is a little-known paradise perched atop Echo Summit, 5 miles west of Meyers on Hwy. 50. The trailhead begins next to the dam. Once you reach Upper Echo Lake, 2.4 miles from the start, you’ll see a kiosk at a dock for a water taxi. You can take a taxi back or return the way you came, or continue into Desolation Wilderness. The ride is a relaxing 20-minute tour through the channels connecting the two lakes. Taxi, cash only. (530) 659-7207. WEST SHORE

CASCADE FALLS Moderate | 1.4 miles RT This boulder-strewn hike takes hikers to the waterfall descending from Desolation Wilderness into Cascade Lake. The falls are raging in the spring and are often a trickle by late summer. Near the end of the trail, walk up a large, flat boulder to the top of a hill where the trail can become confusing. Look for wooden posts marking the trail. Trailhead at Bayview Campground off Hwy. 89. Not recommended for small children or small dogs.

EAGLE ROCK

Easy-Moderate | .1-3 miles RT Great views of Lake Tahoe & Emerald Bay. Falls 5-minute walk from parking lot. Steady ascent to Eagle Lake not recommended for young children. West end of picnic area across from Emerald Bay, Hwy. 89.

Moderate | 2.5 miles+ RT | No dogs Steep descent to Vikingsholm Castle. Can continue to Eagle & Emerald Points around the bay for easy hikes. Connects to Rubicon Trail (see below). Park on either side of rocky overlook in Emerald Bay on Hwy. 89. ADA access (530) 525-9529.

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GRANITE LAKE Moderate | 2.2 miles RT A small alpine lake situated on the cusp of Desolation Wilderness, the hike is a popular entrance for hikers and equestrians to the back country and a spectacular trek towering over the pristine waters of Emerald Bay. Steady ascent of 850’ in less than 1 mile. Trailhead at Bayview Campground off Hwy. 89.

PAGE MEADOWS Easy-Moderate | 4-6 miles RT The hike to Page Meadows is a local favorite because of its easy access and beautiful scenery through forests to an expanse of several meadows. You can start the hike to Page Meadows from 64 Acres off Hwy. 89 along the Tahoe Rim Trail for a longer hike or from Ward Creek Boulevard off Hwy. 89.

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RUBICON TRAIL & LIGHTHOUSE Easy-Moderate | .5-9 miles | No dogs Hike starts at Calawee Cove at D.L. Bliss State Park or Emerald Bay. Trail follows cliffs and coves along Lake Tahoe, nesting ospreys and eagles, short side trail to Rubicon Lighthouse, which is easy to access with small children. Park closees Oct. 31.

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SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK Easy | 1.5 miles RT The nature trail loops through the forest past an array of wildflowers and through several sections of dense slash bleached nearly white from years of sun exposure. There are great spots to relax on the beach below Ehrman Mansion. ALPINE MEADOWS

FIVE LAKES Strenuous | 5 miles RT Five Lakes is a great hike inside Granite Chief Wilderness, with the first 1 mile+ a steady ascent with great views of Alpine Meadows. Trailhead 1.8 miles up Alpine Meadows Road from Hwy. 89 across from Deer Park Drive. Dogs prohibited May 15-July 15. OLYMPIC VALLEY

SHIRLEY CANYON & SHIRLEY LAKE Easy-Strenuous | .5-5 miles RT This hike follows a creek as it passes by waterfalls and spectacular granite boulders along Shirley Creek. Park at the end of Squaw Peak Road. The first section that follows the creek is great for kids. As you climb, the trail may sometimes be hard to distinguish, so keep the creek on your right going up and on your left going down. Can continue a strenuous climb to High Camp and take the Aerial Tram to the valley (schedule at squawalpine.com). Trams opens June 18.

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BALANCING ROCK Easy | .5 miles | No dogs A short, self-guided nature trail featuring Balancing Rock, an overlying rock of 130 tones balanced on a rock. At D.L. Bliss State Park.

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SQUAW & EMIGRANT PEAKS Moderate | 3.4-4.4 miles RT Ride the Aerial Tram to High Camp, elev. 8,200’, and choose from a variety of trails (maps from Guest Services or squawalpine.com). Climb to the weathered buttresses atop Squaw Peak, visit the historic Watson Monument at Emigrant Peak or meander through the meadows covered with wildflowers, and enjoy the panoramic views afforded from Squaw’s spacious upper mountain. Tram ticket required. Hikes in the meadows good for small children. TRUCKEE

GLACIER MEADOW LOOP Easy | .5 miles RT Short, self-guided nature loop with signs that explain how glacial action carved and polished the surface landscape. Take Interstate 80 W from Truckee to the Castle Peak/Boreal Ridge Road exit.

MARTIS CREEK WILDLIFE AREA Easy | 4 miles RT Loop through Martis Creek meadow for a walk along the creek. Off Hwy. 267.

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his summer commemorates the 160th anniversary of Samuel Langhorne Clemens’ 1861 arrival in Nevada Territory along with his older brother Orion. Orion had a job waiting for him as the secretary to Territorial Governor James W. Nye, but Samuel was on his own for finding work. He hired on as a mine laborer, an exhausting stint that lasted about a week. Then he and a friend decided to establish a logging claim at Lake Tahoe, which they called a “timber ranch.” Like working in a mine, the physical labor required to manually cut down the massive pines in the Tahoe Basin was too much for a man like Clemens, who was characterized by a contemporary as “scandalously lazy.” Despite his failure at becoming a timber baron, Clemens found the Tahoe Basin exceptionally beautiful. He wrote: “I’ll build a county seat there one of these days that will make the Devil’s mouth water if he ever visits the earth.” In the decades ahead, Clemens as Mark Twain would travel the world, visiting its most famous sights, but he always considered Tahoe the most beautiful lake of all, the “masterpiece of the universe.” Beyond the lake’s unparalleled scenery, in his book “Roughing It,” Twain playfully extolled the virtues of the therapeutic qualities of the pure water and regional climate: “Three months of camp life on Lake Tahoe would restore an Egyptian mummy to his pristine vigor and give him an appetite like an alligator. I do not mean the oldest and driest mummies, of course, but the fresher ones. The air up there in the clouds is very pure and fine, bracing and delicious. And why shouldn’t it be? — it’s the same the angels breathe.” Like many of their friends, it was not long before the Clemens brothers came down with silver fever. Stories of rich mining strikes and instant wealth were told over beer and whiskey every night in the saloons. Freight wagons laden with valuable ore, sometimes garnished with bricks of pure gold and silver, constantly rumbled down Commercial Row in Carson City. Samuel and Orion were soon speculating in the business, purchasing “feet” of ore with mining companies in the Esmeralda Mining District. The district’s principal

He should have been wielding a quill pen, not a miner’s pick, but things were about to change. Cooped up in his cabin at Aurora during the spring of 1862, Clemens decided to pursue the narrative skills he had briefly tapped while writing articles and sketches when he worked at Orion’s Missouri newspaper, the Hannibal Journal. His job was typesetter, but he also enjoyed producing witty copy. A few of these early sketches appeared in Eastern newspapers and periodicals in the 1850s. In an April

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town, Aurora, was located about 75 miles southeast of Carson City. Samuel took up residence there to keep watch over their various mining ventures. At times they appeared wealthy on paper, but it was spurious and their speculation in Aurora’s mines

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and gold strikes, it has been estimated that only about one in 1,000 of Aurora’s mining claims proved profitable. An 1875 article in Mining and Scientific Press explained: “During the great stock fever of 1862, ’63 and ’64, the credulous and then comparatively inexperienced people of California were most wretchedly humbugged and swindled by having wild cats [worthless mines] of all kinds, sized and colors palmed off upon them as genuine mines by unscrupulous stock sharps and swindlers.”

an appetite like an alligator. I do not mean the oldest and driest mummies, of course, but the fresher ones.” –Mark Twain, “Roughing It” was a bust. Samuel survived on the money his brother sent him from Carson City. The Clemens brothers were not the only ones to fail in their undertakings in the mining industry. Despite newspaper headlines proclaiming numerous lucrative silver William Wright and Mark Twain were reporters together in Virginia City. | Courtesy Nevada Historical Society

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These were difficult times for the man who would later become one of America’s most celebrated writers and humorists. Clemens had been a prestigious and wellpaid Mississippi River pilot earning $250 a month before he came west. Now his money was gone, and it seemed that his chance to strike it rich had eluded him. In “Roughing It,” he complained: “We were stark mad with excitement…drunk with happiness…smothered under mountains of prospective wealth…arrogantly compassionate toward the plodding millions who knew not our marvelous canyon… but our credit was not good at the grocers.” Later he quipped that “a mine is nothing but a hole in the ground, owned by a liar.”

1862 letter to Orion, he asked his brother to send him a writing portfolio along with a dozen steel pens. Most accounts of his first literary efforts in Nevada Territory start with several burlesque sketches he submitted to the Territorial Enterprise newspaper in Virginia City under the pseudonym Josh. They were short, humorous stories about hard-luck miners. The sketches were funny and fit perfectly with the tone of whimsy popular on the Comstock. He was hired for $25 per week. But his first submission to the Territorial Enterprise was a letter in which he reviewed an 1862 lecture given at the mining camp of Dayton by Judge George Turner. Turner had been appointed Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Territory of Nevada by Abraham Lincoln in 1861. In her 1996 biographical profile, “Sam Knew Them When,” Sylvia Crowell Stoddard writes about her grandfather Samuel P. Davis, a legendary pioneer Nevada newspaperman. Sam Davis’ appraisal of the Chief Justice was caustic, calling the judge “the shallowest, most egotistical and mercenary occupant of the Supreme Bench.” Clemens piled on, calling Turner “Mr. Personal Pronoun.” His amusing missive caught the attention of Joe Goodman, editor of the Territorial Enterprise, who promptly offered the young author a job on the newspaper’s staff. On his arrival in Virginia City, Clemens teamed up with a young staff reporter named William Wright, who wrote under the pseudonym Dan De Quille. De Quille penned serious political and mining news, but his real talent lay in writing ironic sketches and humorous hoaxes. The two young writers quickly became friends and roommates. Along with De Quille, editors Joe Goodman and Rollin Daggett helped Clemens perfect his writing craft and story development, skills that he would employ to great success. Writing under the pen name Mark Twain he became the most popular correspondent on the Comstock. The Nevada origins of Sam Clemens’ nom de plume, Mark Twain, has been debated by historians, but as with most stories regarding this great American writer, it is worth exploring. Stay tuned for Part III in the next edition and at TheTahoeWeekly.com.  Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin is a nationally published author and professional speaker. His award-winning books are available at local stores or at thestormking.com. You may reach him at mark@thestormking.com.

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Enjoy the summer with one of Tahoe’s free summer concert series: Tuesdays features Bluesdays Tuesdays in the Village at Squaw Valley; Wednesdays there’s Music in the Park at Truckee River Regional Park; Thursdays offers Live at Lakeview in South Lake Tahoe; Fridays go to Music on the Beach in Kings Beach; Fridays and Saturdays (along with select other days) there’s Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series; Saturdays feature Sunsets Live Music in the Village at Squaw; and on Sundays Tahoe City will offer Concerts on Commons Beach. There will also be free concerts on select dates at Tahoe Paradise Park. Check out the lineups in this guide and at TheTahoeWeekly.com.

Gather in the Genoa Park on the green grass with a blanket and picnic dinner to listen to music, starting at 5 p.m. | genoanevada.org

Lazy 5 Summer Series Until Aug. 25 | Lazy 5 Regional Park | Sparks Enjoy free concerts all summer at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday. New this summer, there will be a food truck and mobile pub during each concert. | Lazy 5 Regional Park on Facebook

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California WorldFest Day July 17 | Nevada County Fairgrounds | Grass Valley WorldFest has been given the go-ahead for one day of in-person live music with restrictions. The musical lineup will be announced soon. | worldfest.net

Concert Under the Pines July 21-Sept. 6 (select dates) | Valhalla Tahoe | South Lake Tahoe Concerts this year will be on the Grand Lawn. The music will start on July 21 with Achilles Wheel and end with a Valhalla 25th anniversary celebration with Dirty Cello. | valhallatahoe.com

Night in the Country July 22-24 | Yerington, Nev.

Harvey’s hosts some of the biggest headliners in the region at an outdoor venue overlooking Lake Tahoe. | harveystahoe.com

The legendary Night in the Country is one the biggest country music festivals in Nevada with three days of camping, country music and great times. The Marshall Tucker Band, Cody Johnson and Jon Pardi are some of the artists performing this year. | nightinthecountrynv.org

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TOCCATA Tahoe Symphony Orchestra presents a concert with locals soloists Robert Bousquet and his daughter Emily, accompanied by a full orchestra and 50-person chorus. | toccatatahoe.org

A stellar lineup is scheduled for this event, which opens with Caravanserai and ends with a lovely afternoon of chamber music. | bearvalleymusicfestival.org

Until Sept. 13 (select dates) | Harvey’s Lake Tahoe | Stateline, Nev.

Pops on the River July 10 | Rancho San Rafael Park | Reno, Nev.

Courtesy Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows

BREWS, JAZZ & FUNK FEST | AUG. 14-15

LIVE MUSIC

Music in the Castle with Anne Roos July 24 | Vikingsholm | Emerald Bay

The Reno Phil honors Ella Fitzgerald with many of her most beloved hits from the Great American Songbook with vocalists Capathia Jenkins and Aisha de Haas. | renophil.com

Anne Roos is considered at the top of her field as a Celtic harpist. She is a many-faceted performer who loves surprising her audiences with a wide variety of music favorites that you might not expect to hear played on the Celtic harp. | sierrastateparks.org

Levitt AMP Summer Music Series

Classical Tahoe

July 10-Aug. 28 | Brewery Arts Center | Carson City, Nev.

July 30-Aug. 15 | Sierra Nevada College | Incline Village, Nev.

Enjoy live music at the Brewery Arts Center each Saturday with regional bands performing a variety of genres, kicking off with a double headline of Jelly Bread and Sal’s Greenhouse. | breweryarts.org

Classical Tahoe features performances from some of the nation’s best classical musicians directed by guest conductors Ming Luke and Tito Muñoz. The ending Summer Gala features the Brubeck Brothers Quartet and Classical Tahoe Quintet. | classicaltahoe.org

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Family Community Concerts Aug. 8, 10 | Sierra Nevada University | Incline Village, Nev. Enjoy the Music Maker Faire and Family Concert on Aug. 8. On Aug. 10, there is an evening of chamber music by American composers. Both are free but require reservations. | classicaltahoe.org

The Music of James Bond Aug. 11 | Greater Nevada Field | Reno, Nev. Join the Reno Phil and Jason Altieri for 50 years of film music from her Majesty’s Secret Service. Broadway Stars Hugh Panaro and Morgan James join the orchestra. | renophil.com

Jazz & Beyond: Carson City Music and Art Festival Aug. 13-25 | Area venues | Carson City, Nev. Mile High Jazz Band Association presents this annual festival that features more than 50 performances and more than 100 performers and most offer free admission. | jazzcarsoncity.com

Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest Aug. 14-15 | Village at Squaw Valley | Olympic Valley Festivalgoers can sip on a wide array of tasty beers from 20 different breweries, as well as enjoy an incredible lineup of music both days. | squawalpine.com

Truckee Reggae Fest Aug. 20 | Truckee River Regional Park Late-Night Productions presents the inaugural Truckee Reggae Fest with Don Carlos & Dub Vision, Marlon Asher, Mystic Roosts Band, Two Peace and DJ Dubfyah along with a beer garden, food, live art and more. | lateniteproductions.com

Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Festival Aug. 20-22 | Bowers Mansion | New Washoe City, Nev. Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association hosts this festival of bluegrass music. Lineup TBA. | nnba.org

Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings Sept. 3 | Village at Squaw Valley | Olympic Valley Six local bands go head to head in a battle to be crowned the best band in the Village. Meanwhile, six restaurants in The Village face off in competition pitting the best wings against each other. You decide the winners. | squawalpine.com

Return to Laurel Canyon Sept. 12 | Tahoe City Community Center Join Tahoe Truckee School of Music featuring the music of Tom Petty, Eagles, Crosby Stills, Nash & Young, The Byrds, Canned Heat, The Doors, Jackson Brown, Linda Ronstadt, The Mamas & the Papas and more performed by the Sugar Pines & Friends. | tahoemusic.net

Bass Camp Festival Sept. 18 | City Plaza | Reno, Nev. Bass Camp offers BELIEVE in Reno, an evening of national DJ headliners, SFX production, special lighting, food and beverage, and dancing. | Bass Camp Fest on Facebook

Battle, Axe & Tracks Oct. 2 & 3 | Eastgate Depot | Carson City, Nev. This multi-day music festival combines the V&T Railway setting, activities and 15 musical acts including headliners Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Larkin Poe, North Mississippi Allstars, Samantha Fish and more. | battleaxeandtracks.com

Offbeat Music Festival Oct. 3-5 | Downtown | Reno, Nev. This music festival crawl showcases more than 100 performances of the best homegrown musicians, regional bands and nationally recognized artists. | offbeatreno.com

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Courtesy Viva Le Cirque

“VIVA LE CIRQUE!” | UNTIL JULY 25

THEATER & PERFORMING

“Occupant” Until July 12 | Restless Artists Theatre | Sparks, Nev.

Multi-GRAMMY star

Diane Schuur with the

Reno Jazz Orchestra

“Viva Le Cirque!” Until July 25 | Grand Sierra Resort | Reno, Nev. This is large-scale spectacular show starring cirque artists, features an international cast including former Cirque du Soleil acrobats. | grandsierraresort.com

“Murdered to Death”

Sunday, August 22 Nightingale Hall University of Nevada, Reno 4:00 p.m.

July 7-9 | Valhalla Boathouse Theatre | South Lake Tahoe

Monday, August 23 Sand Harbor Lake Tahoe 7:30 p.m.

July 17 | Reno Little Theater | Reno, Nev.

Known for her pitch-perfect execution, crystalline 3 ½ octave vocal range, and electric personality, Diane will be accompanied by the 17-piece Reno jazz orchestra for two star-studded evenings.

Tickets: renojazzorchestra.org 775-372-6160

In this comedy/drama by Edward Albee, New York sculptor Louise Nevelson’s life is explored: a life marked by intrepid artistic triumphs and inner turmoil. | rattheatre.org

This spoof of Agatha Christie-style murder mysteries, written by Peter Gordon, is set in a 1930s country manor house with an assembled cast of characters caught up in the antics, which follow a mysterious death. | valhallatahoe.com

Midtown Mixtape This evening-length dance show features the work of Reno choreographers with a variety of dance genres, the performance will include hip-hop, R&B, ballet, contemporary, modern, heels and many other styles. | renolittletheater.org

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival July 17-Aug. 27 | Sand Harbor State Park | Incline Village, Nev. This season the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged).” Monday Night Showcase includes live music and dance performances each week. | laketahoeshakespeare.com

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ARTS

Extraordinary Entertainment In An Exceptional Setting

Vortex, the Ballet that Rocks July 17 & 18 | Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater | Reno, Nev. Artistic director Alexander Van Alstyne has choreographed a contemporary ballet that will be like no other you have ever seen. Imagine ballerinas performing grande jetés to music by popular rock artists. | avaballet.com

“A Year with Frog and Toad” July 22-25 | Truckee River Regional Park Amphitheater | Truckee Truckee Community Theater presents this play based on Arnold Lobel’s well-loved books. | truckeecommunitytheater.com

“Giselle” July 23 | Brewery Arts Center | Carson City, Nev. The classic romantic tale of innocence, betrayal and revenge beyond the grave. | sierranevadaballet.org

Lake Tahoe Dance Festival July 27-30 | Gatekeeper’s Museum | Tahoe City Lake Tahoe Dance Collective brings the top performers in the world to the Gatekeeper’s Museum for a celebration of dance with Lake Tahoe as the backdrop. Audience participatory demonstrations and meet-the-artist talks help further the collaboration between artists. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | laketahoedancecollective.org

Tahoe ImProV Players July 26-Aug. 10 (select dates) | Valhalla Boathouse Theatre South Lake Tahoe The historic boathouse comes alive this summer with spontaneous presentations by Tahoe ImProV Players. They will have you laughing behind your masks. | valhallatahoe.com

THE

COMPLETE

WORKS OF

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) A Riotously Irreverent Romp

By Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield Directed by Charles Fee

July 17 - August 22

Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park (Showcase Series: July 19 - August 23)

LakeTahoeShakespeare.com | 800.747.4697 Generous Support Provided By:

“The Arsonists” Aug. 20-31 | Restless Artists Theatre | Sparks, Nev. This lyrical Southern Gothic tale is about a father-daughter arson team that escapes to the Florida Everglades. | rattheatre.org

Truckee Historical Revue Sept. 5 | Piper’s Opera House | Virginia City, Nev. Composed, arranged and written by Truckee local David Wendell Nelson with music by Richard Blair, the show, performed by Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus, traces the history of Truckee and surrounding areas, beginning with Native American days and culminating with the 1960 Olympics in Olympic Valley. | truckeechorus.org

Trails & Vistas Art Hikes Sept. 11 & 12 | Clair Tappaan Lodge | Norden Trails & Vistas offers guided art hikes. Art in nature includes music, art, dance, poetry on a 3-mile trail. (Saturday hikes are sold out.) | trailsandvistas.org

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BECOME A STEWARD OF LAKE TAHOE

RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT

STAY EDUCATED

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Take steps to reduce your footprint

Always know before you go

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BE FIRE SAFE

DEMONSTRATE MINDFUL TRAVEL

No feeding, poking or taking selfies with bears

Know how campfires work — and no fireworks

Positively impact the areas you visit

WordWave One-Act Plays Sept. 11 | Valhalla Boathouse Theatre | South Lake Tahoe WordWave features an annual one-act play writing competition that culminates in a winners’ event in September. | valhallatahoe.com

“Sleeping Beauty” Sept. 18 & 19 | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev. The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the haunting score to this wonderful ballet. | avaballet.com

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ARTS & CULTURE Tevis Cup July 24 | Area venues

TAHOE ART LEAGUE STUDIO TOUR | JULY 30-AUG. 1, AUG. 6-8

Participants take part in a grueling 100-mile horseback ride in one day from Tahoe to Auburn. | teviscup.org

Cordillera International Film Festival July 29-Aug. 2 | Wingfield Park | Reno, Nev.

Courtesy Tahoe Art League Studio Tour

Enjoy a film festival by filmmakers for filmmakers with film screenings, celebrations, networking events, education panels and more. | ciffnv.org

Visiting Artists Workshops Until July 30 | Sierra Nevada University | Incline Village, Nev. The Fine Arts department at Sierra Nevada College hosts the annual Summer Art Workshops with a variety of summer workshops. | sierranevada.edu

ARTown Until July 31 | Area venues | Reno, Nev. ARTown encourages audiences to embrace multidisciplinary arts and works to strengthen the art industry in Northern Nevada with a month-long celebration of visual and performing arts. | artown.org

Weber Arts & Crafts Festival July 16-18, Aug. 6-8, Aug. 20-22 | Homewood Mountain Resort Weber Arts & Crafts Festival return featuring artists from a variety of genres this summer from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Reno Chalk Art Festival July 9-11 | Atlantis Casino Resort | Reno, Nev. Watch chalk paintings come to life at this third annual festival. Using pavement for canvas, artists create spectacular masterpieces. Expect three days of art, food, live entertainment, artisan crafters and more. | atlantiscasino.com

Skate the Lake Boarding for Breast Cancers 17th annual Skate the Lake event benefits breast cancer awareness and prevention open to those on any type of wheels. | b4bc.org

BER’S

Arts & Crafts Fair

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July 30-Aug. 1, Aug. 6-8 | Area venues | South Shore Tahoe Art League’s Studio Tour returns for its 14th year as artists open their studios and galleries featuring 21 artists. | talart.org

Knights of the Round Courtyard Aug. 4 & 5 | Vikingsholm Castle | West Shore Knights in armor will clash on the field of Vikingsholm in a festive demonstration of chivalry and skill as Scott Farrell and Loreen Mattis present a demonstration of medieval armored fencing. | Sierra State Parks Foundation on Facebook

First Fridays at Muse Aug. 6, Sept. 3 | Muse | Tahoe City Muse features booths of more than a dozen local artisans along with vintage flea market finds. There will be live music by local bands and food popups from local chefs. | museartreclaimed.com

King Beach Art Tour Aug. 7 & 8 | area venues | Kings Beach The tour features 20 local artists who will open their studios to display and sell their art in a safe, outdoor setting. The self-guided studio tour will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Participants can access the 14 studios by driving or walking within a 1.4-mile radius. | Kings Beach Art Tour on Facebook

Carson City Open Studios Tour Aug. 21 & 22 | area venues | Carson City, Nev. This admission-free cultural event will showcase 20 local artists featuring visual art and art demonstrations. | jazzcarsoncity.com

North Tahoe Arts Fundraiser Sept. 5 | The Art Barn | Kings Beach Support North Tahoe Arts at its fundraiser of arts, jewelry, paintings, sculptures and metal works, all from local artists. | northtahoearts.com

July 10 & 11 | Tahoe City

Tahoe Art League Studio Tour

Jackpot of Gems Show Sept. 10-12 | Reno Sparks Convention Center | Reno, Nev.

Carson City Ghost Walking Tours

The 56th annual show of the Reno Gem and Mineral Society features exhibits, demonstrations, silent auctions, more than 25 vendors and gold panning. | renogms.org

July 10-Oct. 10 (select dates) McFadden Plaza | Carson City, Nev.

Silver State Art Festival

The 90-minute, evening tours are a delightfully spooky way to experience Carson City’s Victorian Era and diverse history led by Madame Curry, the widow of the city’s founder. | carsoncityghostwalk.com

Great American Craft Fair in the Park July 16-18 | Graeagle Park | Graeagle Exhibitors feature handmade crafts and fine art, such as pottery, jewelry and textiles. As you stroll through the fair, enjoy live music, food and beverages. Starts at 10 a.m. each day. | playgraeagle.com

Sept. 10-15 | Fuji Exhibit Hall | Carson City, Nev. This art festival features gourds, basketry and fine arts and crafts, along with classes. | nevadagourdsociety.org

Sierra Nevada Yarn Crawl Sept. 16-19 | Tahoe & Reno venues Sierra Nevada Yarn Crawl a favorite fiber event. Participants are welcomed into the shops, homes, ranches, warehouses and more of fiber artists. | sierranevadayarncrawl.com

Art & Soul Sept. 18 | Downtown Truckee The fourth annual art walk will be held in historic downtown where artists display their work at 30 different stops along with music, wine tasting and small bites. | historictruckee.com

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Courtesy Truckee Tahoe AirShow

TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRSHOW & FAMILY FESTIVAL | SEPT. 11

START YOUR ENGINES

Cool Car Cruizen Fridays Until Oct. 17 | Village Heavenly | South Lake Tahoe All cool vehicles are welcome every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. | goodsamsaferide.com

Carson City Downtown Revival Car Show July 10 | Telegraph Square | Carson City, Nev. This free downtown car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. will feature up to 400 cars. | visitcarsoncity.com

Hot August Nights July 30-Aug. 8 | Area venues | Virginia City, Sparks & Reno, Nev. Take a step back in time and enjoy the beauty of classic muscle cars during Hot August Nights. | hotaugustnights.net

Truckee Tahoe Airshow & Family Festival Sept. 11 | Truckee Tahoe Airport | Truckee Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival features an air show, STEM Expo, VIP hospitality tent, food and fun. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | truckeetahoeairshow.com

National Championship Air Races Sept. 15-19 | Reno Stead Airport | Reno, Nev. The National Championship Air Races is the last event of its kind, carrying on the tradition of the Cleveland Air Races of the 1920s, 30s and 40s. | airrace.org

Free Admission. Free Parking. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.

Cool September Days Car, Truck and M/C Show Sept. 17-19 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe This event is open to all cars, trucks and motorcycles. | goodsamsaferide.com

Street Vibrations Fall Rally

Grand Finale at 3:30 p.m. with Jet Pilot, Major Kristin “BEO” Wolfe and the U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightening II Demonstration Team

Sept. 23-26 | Area venues | Reno, Nev. Street Vibrations Motorcycle Festival is a celebration of music, metal and motorcycles with tours, live entertainment, ride-in shows, stunt shows, scavenger hunts, poker runs and a custom bike expo. | roadshowsreno.com

Fall Frenzy & Coat Drive Oct. 2 | Location TBD | Reno, Nev. This event gives car enthusiasts the opportunity to showcase their classic vehicles one last time before the year’s end. | hotaugustnights.net

FOOD AND FUN FOR ALL! Presented by the Truckee Tahoe Airport District

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Alyssa Ganong

THE GREAT RENO BALLOON RACE | SEPT. 10-12

FESTIVALS & FAMILY FUN

American Century Celebrity Golf Tournament

Third Thursday

Until July 11 | Edgewood Tahoe | South Lake Tahoe

July 15-Dec. 16 | Victorian Square | Sparks, Nev.

This made-for-TV event, owned and broadcast by NBC Sports, is the premier celebrity golf tournament and raises funds for local and national charities. The tournament is a 54-hole modified format that features sports and entertainment celebrities. | americancenturychampionship.com

Enjoy music, family fun, movie nights, arts & crafts, food demos and tastings, and more from 4 to 9 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. | 39northdowntown.com

Movies in the Park July 8-Aug. 12 | North Tahoe Regional Park | Tahoe Vista Enjoy free movies in the park on Thursday at dusk. | northtahoeparks.com

Truckee Thursdays July 15, Aug. 12, Sept. 9 | Downtown | Truckee Truckee Downtown Merchants Association presents Truckee Thursdays, part street fair and part block party, in historic downtown with live music, activity booths, local vendors and food trucks from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | truckeethursdays.com

Reno Basque Festival July 17 | Idlewild Park | Reno, Nev. Basque heritage with traditional food, music, dancing and activities. | renobasqueclub.org

Kids Train Rides July 17, 31 & Aug. 14, 28 | Truckee River Regional Park | Truckee Truckee Donner Railroad Society offers free kiddie train rides on a miniature train around the playground area in the park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | truckeedonnerrailroadsociety.com

Carson City Fair July 21-24 | Fuji Park | Carson City, Nev. This year’s Silver and Sage Show features livestock show, dog show and dairy cattle and goat show, along with live musical entertainment, arts and crafts, food vendors and antique tractor display. | carsoncitynvfair.com 24

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Keep Memory Alive Charity Poker Tournament July 22 | Shakespeare Ranch | Glenbrook, Nev. Come try your luck at this Texas Hold’ em Poker Tournament for all skill levels from beginners to experienced players. | keepmemoryalive.org

Northern Nevada Pride July 24 | Fourth & Virginia streets | Reno, Nev.

to the Music of the Mountains

Show your pride and celebrate the diversity of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community in Reno. The day begins with a commUNITY parade. | northernnevadapride.org

Barracuda Championship Aug. 2-8 | Old Greenwood | Truckee The Barracuda Championship combines amazing golf along and savory outdoor grilling as PGA Tour professionals tee up in Truckee. | barracudachampionship.com

Reno Kennel Club Dog Show Aug. 20-22 | Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center | Reno, Nev. Nearly 160 breeds compete in a variety of trials including Conformation, Obedience and Rally. | renokennelclub.org

Northern Nevada International Dragon Boat Festival Aug. 21 | Sparks Marina | Sparks, Nev. Dragon boats are 40-foot human-powered canoes decorated with ornate Chinese dragon heads and tails, led by the rhythmic beat of a drum. The festival also features vendors, exhibitors, food trucks, artisans and more. | gwndragonboat.com

Two people per square mile... and you. Bear Valley | Hope Valley | Kirkwood Lake Alpine | Markleeville | Woodfords

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Reno Aloha Festival Aug. 28 | Wingfield Park | Reno, Nev. The “Biggest Little Ohana in the World” is a family friendly event featuring live music, dancers, Keiki Village arts and crafts, food and drink. | renoalohafestival.com

Civil War Days & Battle Train Aug. 31-Sept. 2 | C Street | Virginia City History comes to life as the Great Civil War reenactment features epic battles throughout the historic mining town. Hundreds of period actors battle out great scenes, such as the Virginia & Truckee Railroad and C Street as part of the Labor Day Parade. | visitvirginiacitynv.com

Reno Greek Fest Sept. 10-12 | St. Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Church | Reno, Nev. Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, traditional dance and music during Reno Greek Festival. | renogreekfest.com

The Great Reno Balloon Race Sept. 10-12 | Rancho San Rafael Regional Park | Reno, Nev. The Great Reno Balloon Race is the largest free hot-air ballooning event in the world. | renoballoon.com

Barton Foundation’s Golf Classic Sept. 27 | Edgewood Golf Course | Stateline, Nev. Funds raised will benefit the Foundation’s Heart Safe Community Program, a community-wide initiative aimed at increasing the availability of life-saving AEDs and promoting CPR training. | bartonfoundation.org

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CULINARY DELIGHTS Reno Wine Walk July 17, Aug. 21 | Riverwalk District | Reno, Nev. Take a stroll along the Truckee River while sipping on wine from 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at participating Riverwalk District merchants. | renoriverwalk.org

Taste of Gold July 17 | LTCC Demonstration Garden | South Lake Tahoe Plan to enjoy uplifting tunes, tasty bites, an array of California wines and an assortment of beers from local breweries. | ltcc.edu

Dinner in the Barn July 24, Aug. 14, Sept. 4 | Sierra Valley Farms Beckwourth

SAMPLE THE SIERRA | SEPT. 10-12

Sierra Valley Farms all-inclusive dinners are known for the guest chefs and four-course dinner-dessert, complete with a farm tour, wine tasting and music. | sierravalleyfarms.com

Tahoe Brewfest

Matt Morning | Sample the Sierra

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Food Truck Fridays Until Aug. 27 | Idlewild Park | Reno, Nev. Reno Street Food offers deliciously packed food trucks, pop-up restaurants and food trailers held from 4 to 9 p.m. every Friday with live local bands and artists. | Reno Street Food on Facebook

Feed the Camel Until Sept. 8 | McKinley Arts & Cultural Center Sparks, Nev. Reno’s Hump Day food truck event celebrates local food trucks that convene under the Keystone Bridge, serving unique specialties, along with local beer every Wednesday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. | Feed the Camel on Facebook

P.E.

Farmers Markets Until October | area venues Thursday, August 26,food, 2021 Enjoy great 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. $75 wine Tickets: & friends! The Chateau 955 Fairway Boulevard Incline Village, Nevada

August 26, 2021 4:30-7pm The Chateau Tickets are available at The Potlatch For more information: 775-832-0363

SUPPORT LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Tuesdays try Truckee Farmers Market in Truckee River Regional Park and South Lake Tahoe Farmers Market at the American Legion; on Wednesdays try Meyers Mountain Markets in Tahoe Paradise Park; Thursdays there are Tahoe City Farmers Market at Commons Beach and Incline Farmers market at the library; on Fridays there are Romano’s in Beckwourth and Ski Run Farmer’s Market in South Lake Tahoe; and on Saturdays there are Truckee Community Market in the railyard downtown and Blairsden Community Market at Blairsden Garden Center. | TheTahoeWeekly.com

P.E.O. chapters support the educational and charitable funds of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, but are not classiﬁed as charitable by the IRS. Therefore, donations to individual chapters do not meet the IRS requirements for a charitable income tax deduction. P.E.O. shall not be liable in any way for any goods and services supplied by third-party vendors or public establishments.

Tickets: The Potlach

930 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village

Price: $75.00 Information:

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Summer Science Speaks July 15-Aug. 5 | Sierra Nevada University Incline Village, Nev. UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center supports its education and outreach programs with Summer Science Speaks events. The events range from winemaking and beer brewing to the science of cocktails and a science speakeasy. | tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Tahoe Brewfest celebrates all that is special about South Lake Tahoe’s mountain culture: beer, crafts, environment and community. | tahoebrewfest.com

Village Wine Walk Aug. 1-31 | Shops at Heavenly | South Lake Tahoe Participants can sample wine crafted from Lodi at 7:30 p.m. | theshopsatheavenly.com

Carson City Wine Walk Aug. 7, Sept. 4 & Oct. 2 | Downtown | Carson City, Nev. Take pleasure in a stroll through downtown while enjoying a wine walk on the first Saturday of every month from 1 to 5 p.m. | visitcarsoncity.com

Tahoe Jerky Fest Aug. 21 & 22 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe Ready for the inaugural Tahoe Jerky Fest? There will be fresh beer, live music and plenty to chew on. | jerkyfestival.com

Tastes of Incline Aug. 26 | The Chateau | Incline Village, Nev. P.E.O. Chapter AC presents Tastes of Incline from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at The Potlatch. | (775) 832-0363

Capital City Brewfest Aug. 28 | Downtown | Carson City, Nev. The Brewfest features more than 20 breweries from 3 to 8 p.m. to benefit Rotary projects including local scholarships. Live music is in McFadden Plaza. | capitalcitybrewfest.com

Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off Sept. 1-6 | Victorian Square | Sparks, Nev. The Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off is America’s biggest, free barbecue festival. Two dozen of the world’s top barbecue competitors serve up more than 240,000 pounds of ribs for hundreds of thousands of hungry eventgoers. | nuggetribcookoff.com

Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings Sept. 3 | Village at Squaw | Olympic Valley This event brings together the top six restaurants for chicken wings and the best six bands for live music in a competition decided by the spectators. | squawalpine.com

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Alpen Wine Festival

and Executive Chef Mike Trombetta of Farm to Belly Catering

Sept. 5 | Village at Squaw Valley | Olympic Valley The annual Alpen Wine Fest includes wine tasting from more than 40 vineyards, live music, a silent auction and raffle. | squawalpine.com

INVITE YOU TO

Tahoe Chocolate & Wine Festival Sept. 10 | Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe | Incline Village, Nev. The 32nd annual event will take place in the Gratitude Garden lakeside with fantastic sunset views. Enjoy scrumptious chocolate and wine tasting, food and tantalizing items in a silent and live auction. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | sierra-community-house.networkforgood.com

Sample the Sierra Sept. 18 | Bijou Community Park | South Lake Tahoe Lake Tahoe’s largest farm-to-fork festival features local produce, house-brewed beers and Sierra wines, celebrity chefs, local artisans and a pop-up dinner. | samplethesierra.com

The Taste of Downtown

This Spectacular DINNER SERIES Celebrates Food, Farm, and Community

Sept. 11 | Downtown | Carson City, Nev.

Three nights only!

This downtown festival features more than 40 restaurants, live music and more from 5 to 10 p.m. | tasteofdowntowncarson.com

Fall Ale Fest

EACH NIGHT WILL FEATURE A SPECIAL GUEST CHEF PREPARING A SIGNATURE DISH

JULY 24, 2021

AUG. 14, 2021

Mike Trombetta

Sept. 18 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe Oktoberfest in Heavenly Village includes a beer, a wing cookoff, cornhole tournament, poker walk and live music. | theshopsatheavenly.com

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Hot August Nights Foundation’s fourth annual fundraiser offers cocktails, a sit-down dinner, live and silent auction and raffle drawing. | hotaugustnights.net

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Oktoberfest Sept. 18 & 19 | Village at Squaw Valley | Olympic Valley This annual event will transform the Village into a miniature Bavaria complete with authentic German beer and food, Bavarian music, the everpopular Oktoberfest Games and plenty of family fun. | squawalpine.com

Tahoe City Oktoberfest Sept. 25 | Commons Beach | Tahoe City Tahoe City Oktoberfest celebration hosts activities for the family with live music, cold beer, food and fun games and crafts for kids of all ages. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | visittahoecity.com

Genoa Candy Dance Sept. 25 & 26 | Area venues | Genoa, Nev. This candy and craft festival features more than 300 exhibitors and 3,000 pounds of homemade candy. | genoanevada.org

Foam Fest Oct. 1-31 | virtual Join Achieve Tahoe for the 2021 Foam Fest. Buy a ticket and visit local partner breweries to support outdoor recreation programs for people with disabilities. | achievetahoe.org

Truckee Wine Walk & Shop Oct. 2 | Downtown Truckee Truckee Wine Walk & Shop is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. in historic downtown. | truckeewinewalk.com

Biggest Little Invitational Craft Beer Festival Oct. 2 | Bartley Ranch Regional Park | Reno, Nev. A craft beer festival dedicated to showcasing the best of the best in the brewery world with top-notch entertainment, local food vendors and good old-fashioned lawn games. | thebiggestlittleinvitational.com

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Big Blue Adventure offers a cornucopia of Lake Tahoe and Truckee endurance events in triathlons, running, biking, swimming, adventure racing and paddling. | bigblueadventure.com

There’s something for everyone with two days of running and walking options. | race178.com/reno-running-fest

America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride July 12 | Hard Rock Lake Tahoe | Stateline, Nev.

Tour de Tahoe Sept. 12 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe

America’s Most Beautiful Tour De Tahoe a 72-mile fully supported bike ride around Lake Tahoe. bikethewest.com

Don’t miss an opportunity to ride 72 miles of Lake Tahoe’s spectacular shoreline, including an 800-foot climb overlooking scenic Emerald Bay. | bikethewest.com

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Sept. 18 & 19 | Homewood Mountain Resort | Homewood

As many as 2,500 cyclists from across the country will attempt the endurance event covering more than 103 miles, six highly categorized climbs and more than 14,000 feet of vertical climbing in one day. | deathride.com

Van builds, open house vans and 4-wheel camper will be returning this year, with three rigs this time with talks, demos, food and beer. | adventurevanexpo.com

Tahoe Rim Trail 100-Mile Endurance Run July 17 & 18 | Spooner State Park | Incline Village, Nev. Tahoe Rim Trail 100-Mile Endurance Run is one of the best ultra runs in the country. This race will be run on single-track trails and dirt roads within Spooner State Park and on the Tahoe Rim Trail. | trter.com

Lost Sierra Electric Bike Festival July 23 & 24 | Diamond S Ranch | Beckwourth Eco Bike Adventures hosts this sixth annual festival featuring a Pedal Assist Open, Throttle Assist Open, Kids Trail, 100m Drag Race, Long Jump Challenge and a Best in Show eBike Build, along with demos, food, beer and wine and live music. | ecobikeadv.com

Tahoe Paddle Race Series July 24, Aug. 28, Sept. 19 | Area venues Tahoe Paddle Race series on Lake Tahoe offers both the recreational paddler and the race enthusiast an opportunity to participate in SUP, prone paddleboard or OC1 class races. | tahoepaddleracing.com

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Celebrate stand-up paddleboarding with two days of paddle clinics, yoga, races and fun on the beach. | tahoenalu.com

Donner Party Hikes Sept. 18 & 19 | Sugar Bowl Resort | Norden Exploring this region on interpretive walks and hikes. Learn about the success of the Stephens Party, the tragedy of the Donner Party and the importance of the Transcontinental Railroad. | donnerpartyhike.com

Spartan Tahoe Trail 10K Sept. 25 | Squaw Valley | Olympic Valley Bring friends and family to watch. Fans will enjoy music, raffles, entertainment and festival challenges. | race.spartan.com

OATBRAN- Ride Across Nevada Sept. 26-Oct. 2 | MontBleu Resort Casino | Stateline, Nev. This six-day, fully supported bike ride is one awesome ride across Nevada. | bikethewest.com

Broken Arrow Skyrace Oct. 1 & 2 | Squaw Valley Ski Resort | Olympic Valley The Broken Arrow Skyrace features off-trail scrambling on steep terrain with huge vertical gains and losses at altitude in three different distances. | squawalpine.com

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Truckee Professional Rodeo Aug. 27 & 28 | McIver Arena | Truckee See barrel racing, mutton busting and bull riding during the annual Truckee Professional Rodeo. | truckeerodeo.org

Comstock Heritage Days Sept. 3-6 | C Street | Virginia City, Nev. Live through history in Virginia City as the Great Civil War Reenactors bring Comstock Heritage Days to life. | visitvirginiacitynv.com

International Camel & Ostrich Races Sept. 10 & 11 | Area venues | Virginia City, Nev. It all started with a tall tale from an Old West newspaperman and the legends lives one. Come and see these extraordinary animals race. Each day, races start at High Noon. | visitvirginiacitynv.com

Snaffle Bit Futurity Sept. 15-19 | Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center | Reno, Nev. This is a showcase for the Spanish vaquero’s horse-training methods dating back to the early American West. | renosnafflebitfuturity.com

World Cowboy Fastdraw Championships Sept. 30-Oct. 3 | Churchill County Fairgrounds | Fallon, Nev. See the fastest gun alive and relive the spirit of the Wild West with a craft fair, car show, comfort food, Civil War reenactment with Nevada Gunfighters and the World Championship Fast Draw Competition. Watch shooters ages 8 and older compete to be the fastest gun alive. | cowboyfastdraw.com

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Free summer concerts have returned after a year-long hiatus due to the pandemic. Pack a picnic and get ready to dance the summer away at the region’s free concerts from the mountains of Olympic Valley to the shores of Lake Tahoe. Check our Event calendar at TheTahoeWeekly.com and in each edition for upcoming music events and performances throughout the region.

TUESDAY

Bluesdays | Village at Squaw, Olympic Valley July 13-Aug. 31 | 6-8:30 p.m. | squawalpine.com

WEDNESDAY

Truckee Music in the Park Truckee River Regional Park July 7-Aug. 25 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | tdrpd.org

THURSDAY

Live at Lakeview* Lakeview Commons, South Lake Tahoe Aug. 5-Sept. 2 | 4:30-8:30 p.m. | liveatlakeview.com Truckee Thursdays | Downtown Truckee* July 15, Aug. 12 & Sept. 9 | 5-8:30 p.m truckeethursdays.com

FRIDAY

Music on the Beach | Kings Beach State Rec. Area* July 9-Sept. 3 (no show Aug. 6) | 6-8:30 p.m. northtahoebusiness.org

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series South Lake Tahoe Until Sept. 5 (additional concerts select Thurs. & Sun.) | 5:45-9:15 p.m. | Facebook

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SunSets Live Music Village at Squaw Valley, Olympic Valley Until Aug. 28 | 5-7 p.m. | squawalpine.com

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Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22)

The New Moon in your sign indicates the urge to take new leads and initiatives. These will likely include others, especially your significant other. If there is no one occupying that position, you may want there to be, more than usual. Whether quality time shared with a friend or someone closer you yearn for beauty and passion to spice-up your life.

Leo (Jul 22-Aug 23)

Balancing the urge to retreat with an equally strong impulse to venture out and explore new territory is a central theme now. What sort of unchartered territory you want to explore is for you to decide. Dreams, ideals and fantasies too, are all likely categories. Desiring fulfillment is natural and sometimes the urge is much stronger than others, like now.

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)

Capricorn (Dec 21-Jan 19)

This lunation cycle will activate important exchanges with significant others. These are sure to stir your imagination, for better or worse. You may have to make extra efforts to be here, now and keep your imagination in check. Positively, you could experience some measure of spiritual realization. Meanwhile, Venus and Mars want you to dive into the deep end.

Aquarius (Jan 19-Feb 19)

This new moon carries with it an auspicious energy pattern which implies fortifying your overall foundation. Rich exchanges with your significant other are also featured and these will prove stimulating and energizing, if perhaps a bit edgy, at times.

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)

A strong, creative wave of inspiration will flow in thanks to this New Moon. A spirit of will and determination are required to meet the challenge. Yet, the excitement aside, it could also prove to be a powerful turning point that serves to push you to advance to the next level.

Your sense of individuality is increasing steadily now and this trend will continue. You may find yourself moving closer to certain people and streams of knowledge and communication and away from others. Questing what you know, understand and believe and how you express your views is featured. Taking a more philosophical approach is also likely.

Libra (Sep 22-Oct 22)

Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20)

Yes, you want to huddle-in close to home and yes, it may involve a deeper cycle of reflection. Yet, you also want to get out and play and have some fun in the sun. Drama on the airwaves has become the new norm, it will still be there when you return… Focus on quality over quantity for best results and show the ones your love just how much you truly do.

Fresh starts in your public and professional life will be activated by this New Moon. These may include returns on investment or other financial themes which may come to your attention unexpectedly. There are some positive indicators that things will flow your way yet may require or include some alternative approaches.

Scorpio (Oct 22-Nov 21)

Taurus (Apr 20-May 21)

Many thoughts about what constitutes true security and how you can achieve it are on your mind. You are willing to do the work and dig deep and make whatever changes you deem necessary. As much as you yearn for peace, ease and flow, you know that it comes at a price.

Gemini (May 21-Jun 21)

Upon reflection, you may realize that some of your perspectives have shifted over the past several weeks. Questioning the popular narrative more than you did previously is likely. Yet, you also want to enjoy life more and make the most of the season.

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Hocus Focus differences: 1. Picture is higher, 2. Sweater is different, 3. Glasses are removed, 4. Hairstyle is changed, 5. Pillow is added, 6. Shoes are different.

Some cycles include paradoxical twists like back to the future, for example, and this is one of them. You may experience strong déjà-vu flashes. These will likely trigger memories of past relationships as well, offering you a fresh opportunity to observe how much you and others have changed along the way. Yet, the main question now is: what next?

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Valhalla Tahoe is Reborn S TO RY BY S E A N M c A L I N D I N

n Norse mythology, Valhalla is a magnificent hall where Viking warriors arrive to the afterlife for one final battle alongside the gods. Having braved the worst of the pandemic, Tahoe’s heroes of art and music will now gather once more at Valhalla Tahoe for the triumphant return of summer programming to the beautiful Heller Estate at South Lake Tahoe.

The cast of “Murdered to Death” present at the historic Valhalla Boathouse Theatre in South Lake Tahoe. | Courtesy Valhalla Tahoe

Valhalla Tahoe was formed in 1979 as a nonprofit organization with the goal of assisting the U.S. Forest Service in restoring the Pope, Baldwin and Heller estates on the Tallac Historic Site. “I think our patrons would tell you that we are utilizing this property in basically the same way the original owners did in the 1920s,” says Morton. “The house was more like a hotel than a home. We still like to have parties and cultural events at the Heller Estate. Our guests come here for the old Tahoe style, the historic experience and the amazing views of the lake. There is truly no other venue like this. We are a hidden gem on the southwest shore.” | valhallatahoe.com 

“ We really believe that the performing arts are important for our community members’ mental health. The events we put on are part of a community

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tradition. We’re looking forward to being able to celebrate with people again.”

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–Michelle Morton “We are so thrilled to be able to fulfill our mission again,” says newly promoted executive director Michelle Morton. “We really believe that the performing arts are important for our community members’ mental health. The events we put on are part of a community tradition. We’re looking forward to being able to celebrate with people again.” When coronavirus struck, Valhalla Tahoe, like virtually every summer series in the region, went dark. It postponed all weddings and public events, cut seasonal staff and lost 90 percent of its annual revenue. Morton worked only 10 hours a week. Now, as Lake Tahoe resurfaces to the world, the renowned arts, music and theater festival is born anew. When the season kicked off on June 15 with James Garner’s Tribute to Johnny Cash, the lawn was awash with smiling concert enthusiasts eager to reconnect with old friends. “I really believe that people are social creatures,” says Morton. “One of the things we learned from the pandemic is that it’s hard to go a long time without social interaction. Our overall happiness suffers. So, to be able to offer that opportunity again is really special. I think people will enjoy events more now that we’ve experienced a year when we weren’t able to do those things.”

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Tahoe Improv Players A SAFE SUMMER OF MUSIC, COMEDY AND THEATER Valhalla’s annual summer play runs July 6 through 9 in the historic Boathouse Theatre, which festival proceeds help to preserve. Peter Gordon’s “Murdered to Death” is a spoof of Agatha Christie-style mysteries. Set in a country manor house in the 1930s, the play features an amusing cast of characters: Bunting the butler, an English colonel with the prerequisite stiff upper lip, a shady French art dealer and his high-society lady friend, the bumbling local inspector and a well-meaning local sleuth who seems to attract murder wherever she goes. As everyone becomes caught up in the escapades, a murder occurs — but it seems the murderer isn’t finished yet. The only question is whether the cast or the audience will die laughing first. Tahoe Improv Players resume their 28th year of antics on July 26 when they turn audience suggestions into sidesplitting improvisations. Both Tahoe Improv Players and “Murdered to Death” will be held in the Boathouse Theatre at 50 percent capacity with mask requirements for all audience members.

Music lovers gather on the lawn of Heller Estate for Valhalla Tahoe’s first concert of the season. | Courtesy Valhalla Tahoe

Visitors to the Wednesday night outdoor music will not have to wear masks. However, audience groups will be seated at separate tables to maintain social distance. “We defer to our performers and ask them what their comfort level is,” says Morton. “We have always put the safety of our patrons and performers at the forefront and will continue to do so.” Featured Wednesday night acts include Grass Valley jammers Achilles Wheel, the acoustic hippie love of Grateful Bluegrass Boys, the soulful songs of The Tom Rhodes Band and an electric, gypsy, jazz octet the Earles of Newtown. The season will be capped by the Boathouse Theatre 25th Anniversary Celebration, a joyous event aimed at raising money to replace antiquated lighting and sound systems in the building. This year’s concert will feature the bluesy twang of Dirty Cello along with singer-songwriters Claudia Russell and Bruce Kaplan.

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25th Anniversary Fundraiser w/Dirty Cello Sept. 6 Boathouse Theatre 7:30 p.m.

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live JULY 7 | WEDNESDAY Music in the Park Truckee Regional “Salty” Gebhardt Ampitheater, Truckee, 6:30-8:30 p.m. “Murdered to Death” Boathouse Theater, South Lake Tahoe, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

JULY 8 | THURSDAY “Murdered to Death” Boathouse Theater, South Lake Tahoe, 7:30-10:30 p.m. “Rated R Comedy” ft. Joe Sib w/ Grant Cotter Crystal Bay Casino, Crystal Bay, 8 p.m. Rustler’s Moon Bar of America, Truckee, 8-11 p.m. Karaoke The Grid, Kings Beach, 10 p.m.

JULY 9 | FRIDAY Summer concert series Lake Tahoe AleWorkX, South Lake Tahoe, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Summer Concert Series Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m. Music on the Beach Kings Beach State Recreation Area, Kings Beach, 6-8:30 p.m. “Murdered to Death” Boathouse Theater, South Lake Tahoe, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Rob Schneider MontBleu Resort, Stateline, 8 p.m. Magic After Dark: Robert Hall Unfiltered The Loft, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m. Post Music on the Beach w/ Chango The Grid, Kings Beach, 9 p.m. New Wave Crave Bar of America, Truckee, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Live Music Glasses Wine Bar, Incline Village, 8-10 p.m. Earles of Newtown Miners Foundry Cultural Center, Nevada City, 8-11 p.m. New Wave Crave Bar of America, Truckee, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

JULY 10 | SATURDAY

Wine Down Sundays Revive Coffee & Wine, South Lake Tahoe, 2 p.m. Karaoke The Grid, Kings Beach, 10 p.m.

Summer Saturdays Mountain Lotus, Truckee, 12-2 p.m. Music in the Park Summer Series Tahoe Paradise Park, Meyers, 2 p.m. Sunsets Live Music Series Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Olympic Valley, 5-7 p.m. Summer concert series Lake Tahoe AleWorkX, South Lake Tahoe, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Summer Concert Series Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m. Mudd Bonz Casey’s, Zephyr Cove, 6-9 p.m. The BOPS Concert Truckee River Regional Park, Truckee, 6 p.m. Earth, Wind & Fire Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys, Stateline, 7:30 p.m.

JULY 11 | SUNDAY

JULY 12 | MONDAY Women’s Singing Group Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 4-5:30 p.m.

JULY 13 | TUESDAY Tuesdays Bluesdays Village at Squaw, Olympic Valley, 6-8:30 p.m. Steve Hofstetter Crystal Bay Casino, Crystal Bay, 8 p.m.

JULY 14 | WEDNESDAY Music in the Park Truckee Regional “Salty” Gebhardt Ampitheater, Truckee, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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return to Northstar The Northstar Summer Live Music Series kicked off in June for the summer. Live music will be offered Fridays on The Stage and moving to Saturday on July 17 and Sept. 4 and 25. On Thursdays and Saturdays, enjoy local tunes by live artists at the Rubicon Pizza Patio. Every month, take a free dance class hosted by the Truckee Dance Factory starting on July 25 with a Hip Hop class. No registration is necessary. The Village also offers free mini golf, Giant Jenga, Connect Four on The Rink and cornhole Thursdays to Sundays on a first-come, first-served basis. As well, a new bocce ball court will open in August. Free yoga will be offered every Thursday at 5 p.m. and every Saturday at 9 a.m. | northstarcalifornia.com

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Hive Collective A S PAC E TO B E E C R E AT I V E S TO RY BY K AY L A A N D E R S O N

ucked between the laundromat and the San Miguel grocery store in Incline Village, Nev., Ryan (aka RYNo) Bahlman’s shiny Triumph motorcycle is parked out in front of a sign with a giant bee and the words “Hive Collective.” RYNo, a longtime Incline Village resident and well-known artist, opened the space in February 2020 just weeks before COVID-19 caused a global lockdown. However, the timing worked out in RYNo’s favor as it allowed him to have more time to work on his art outside of his home and provide a space for other local artists.

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The Hive Collective workspace. | Courtesy RYNo

couches and tables over

Now a year after its opening, RYNo believes that the Hive Collective will turn into more of a production studio and he looks forward to going to work. RYNo specializes in creating vivid and colorful images that he prints on clothing, accessories and canvas. He also recently launched a new line of work called Furry Friends; he takes photos of people’s pets and turns them into paintings.

to create enough space. I was doing everything out of my two-bedroom condo and it became a real struggle.” –Ryan (aka RYNo) Bahlman

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“It blew up,” RYNo says. Then two weeks later Covid hit and everything became in flux. “The whole project changed due to Covid; interest waned,” he says. Fortunately, as word got out about the Hive Collective, he heard of a couple of friends also looking to expand. 34

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sought for Truckee Springs The Truckee Donner Land Trust is seeking to commission an artist or team of artists to create artwork that honors the Washoe people and the local Native American heritage of Truckee Springs, the newly acquired open space in downtown Truckee. The Trust is requesting proposals for a significant sculpture or land art to be installed the summer of 2022.

“ I was stretching canvas

“I was sitting on the couch in my condo doing a painting and thought, ‘This is not enough room.’ I was stretching canvas and making prints, constantly moving my couches and tables over to create enough space. I was doing everything out of my two-bedroom condo and it became a real struggle,” he says. After RYNo moved into the 1,500-square-foot space, he turned it into a co-op by inviting local artists a place in which to hang out and pursue their creative interests. He posted a call to artists on the Facebook Incline Village group page and immediately received 20 messages from people wanting to join.

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A second request is for an outdoor Donor Recognition sculpture. There is potential to combine the two projects, or artists are welcome to submit one design. Washoe, Native American and non-native local artists are all encouraged to apply. The deadline is Aug. 11. | truckeespringsart@ gmail.com, truckeedonnerlandtrust.org

the art s Kids Art Camp North Tahoe Arts | Kings Beach | July 7-9

9 a.m.-12 p.m. | northtahoearts.com

Perennial Art Show North Tahoe Arts | Tahoe City | July 7-29

11 a.m.-5 p.m. | (530) 581-2787, northtahoearts.com

Reading Forest exhibit Taylor Creek Visitor Center South Lake Tahoe | July 7-Nov. 1

Inside the Hive Collective with RYNo’s artwork on the walls. | Kayla Anderson

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Valhalla Kids Art Camps “Chris Rozzo makes stickers and Zach [Reed] does screen printing for Soul Rider Productions and they were working out of a 10-foot-by-10-foot space that was way too small for them,” RYNo says. “We could barely turn around in there, so when RYNo reached out to us and said it he had room for us less than half a mile from where we were it felt like it was a calling. I put my press on a skateboard right there and rolled it down the street,” says Reed. “We all brought something to the table: RYNo with his painting, Chris with his stickers and my screen printing. [The Hive Collective] being strongly connected to the snowboard and skateboard scene definitely helps us grow. We have a good crew.” It’s common for their friends, an eclectic group of local artists who range from bass players to DJs to a sketch artist, to come in and out of the space at all hours of the day and night. “Tiffany’s been great, but I think she’s a vampire,” RYNo says with a laugh.

Grand Hall Lawn South Lake Tahoe | July 7-30 RYNo. | Courtesy RYNo

Occasionally, the Hive Collective will host special events and FUN-raisers like the recent Yoga Bees, Beats & Brews event with a community yoga class, a DJ and a keg of Alibi Ale Works beer. As far as his goals for the Hive Collective, Ryno says that it’s going exactly as he wants it to but he’s always open to finding a couple more people who fit into the vibe of the space. “I’m very interested in building a space for local artists, anyone who is going to SNC [Sierra Nevada University] and working out of a closet somewhere, come find me,” he says. He envisions a “hive of artist bees” and promotes the Hive Collective as a place where people can come and “bee creative.” | @hive_collective_incline 

10 a.m.-2 p.m. | (530) 541-4975, valhallatahoe.com

Visiting Artists Workshop Sierra Nevada University Incline Village | July 7-25 (775) 831-1314

Children’s Art Classes Tahoe Art League Center South Lake Tahoe | July 8-Sept. 2 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | talart.org

Saturday Public Tours Truckee Roundhouse Truckee | July 10-Oct. 30

1 p.m. | truckeeroundhouse.org

Kids Clay Summer Camps Compass Clay Studio Tahoe City | July 13-Aug. 19

9 a.m.-12 p.m. | (530) 208-7227, compassclay.com

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any people suffer from insomnia, anxiety, stress and digestive issues and turn to holistic approaches to help prevent and alleviate these ailments. Herbal remedies and meditation can both be beneficial, according to Alisa GouldSimon, a South Lake Tahoe herbalist and owner of From Within, which facilitates healing through nature. She found her way to plant medicine when her own health was jeopardized and has been helping others do the same for 12 years. “The origin of all of this for me was around my own healing journey. I was someone who suffered from pretty crippling anxiety and insomnia for a lot of my life. Finding herbal remedies was a huge turning point for me,” says Gould-Simon. While looking for solutions and support for her healing, she recognized that

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“ The origin of all of this began around my own healing journey. I was someone who suffered from pretty crippling anxiety and insomnia for a lot of my life finding herbal remedies was a huge turning point for me.” it was difficult to find information and guidance to support her healing process and discover what might alleviate her anxiety and insomnia. She searched for answers, exploring Whole Foods, talking to the people in the supplement section. She researched herbs and supplements in earnest. “The more that I researched and learned, the more I realized that there wasn’t a quick fix solution. I found that the world of herbal medicine and herbal remedies can be very overwhelming and challenging to navigate,” says Gould-Simon. The more she delved into the world of herbs and plants, the more she discovered that plant medicine can offer a path to healing. Enjoy the tastes of Tahoe

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Gould-Simon completed her community herbalist training with the California branch of the Gaia School of Healing and a Vitalist Herbal Practitioner program with the School of Evolutionary Herbalism. “There’s a language to the plants and there’s a language to nature and that language directly corresponds to our own bodies and our own healing journey,” she says. Utilizing herbs, energetics, the breath and meditation, Gould-Simon turned her passion for plant medicine and her own healing journey into a unique business that helps others heal.

–Alisa Gould-Simon She points out that many medical systems including Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, Western medicine and medical astrology, share an appreciation for and a foundation rooted in energetics and plant medicine. “Certain plants warm you up and certain plants can cool you down,” says Gould-Simon, who looks to the different ecosystems and environments on the planet as a way to explore her client’s physical, mental and emotional constitutions. “For instance, a high-altitude, mountain town like Tahoe is very different than the jungles of Costa Rica, in the same way, every plant and every human body is in essence, an ecosystem and when we pair a plant that is warming and drying with a person whose internal tissue state is cold and damp, then we bring balance to the body,” says Gould-Simon. She prepares herbal remedies and finds specific plants for each individual depending on her or his constitution and what is ailing that person. “From Within helps learn and better understand the language of nature,” says Gould-Simon. Her herbal blends are all organic. She believes that pesticides are in large part a problem with people’s health issues. She procures her herbs seasonally and in small batches to produce the freshest, most potent products possible. “Some of my favorite herbs for calming are oat seed, skullcap, rose, linden (or lime flower), lemon balm, peppermint, lavender, chamomile and passionflower, which works best as a tincture,” she says.

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“Half skullcap and half rose is also a wonderful and refreshing calming blend. Skullcap is in the mint family and one of the best nervous system allies around. It can be brewed with hot water to bring out mild calming properties or prepared as a cold brew to bring out more sedative properties.” In addition to her herbal blends and tinctures, Gould-Simon offers workshops that marry herbs with meditation and breathing techniques. | fromwithin.store  Priya Hutner is a food writer, personal chef and owner of The Seasoned Sage, a local meal delivery and catering company. Priya has been creating and preparing meals from an early age. She has worked in the restaurant industry in New York City, attended catering school, and was the head chef and executive director of a nonprofit spiritual community in Florida. Visit her website at TheSeasonedSage.com. Send your comments, story ideas and food tidbits to priya@tahoethisweek.com.

SUMMER CALM RECIPE FOR NOURISHING THE HEART & REDUCING TENSION

Courtesy Alisa Gould-Simon, From Within 2 parts dried rose petals 1 part dried linden flowers Pinch of dried peppermint leaves

Mix the ingredients and brew 1 to 3 Tablespoons for each 8 ounces of water. Steep with 195-degree water for 10 minutes for a strong tea or 75 minutes for an infusion. Drink it warm or cooled. Linden and rose are wonderful heart tonics and nervines, which calm the nervous system. Peppermint soothes tension and is a beautiful flavor to add. 35

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wine shops in an occasional series for Tahoe Weekly. He will be profiling Petra Restaurant & Wine Bar, a sister establishment to the Uncorked wine bars in another feature.

s a wine and good-vibes fan, I am happy to welcome you to Uncorked wine shops and wine bars. At their three locations, they specialize in offerings from small production wineries that also have a heart for the planet reflected by sustainable practices in their vineyards and in their business practices. Their selection is eclectic and from around the world, which makes for the opportunity for customers to explore a wide variety of places and tastes. Read Lou’s story on a New York City Sommelier in Tahoe at TheTahoeWeekly.com

When a wine purveyor offers so many out-of-the-box selections, the staff must not only be knowledgeable, but also be able to communicate in a clear and friendly manner to maximize the guest experience. On my many visits, the staff has lived up to all of this. They usually have the knowl-

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edge off the top of their heads, but if not, they are not afraid to let you know and follow up ASAP. In this incredibly expanding world of wine possibilities, you cannot ask for more. As for the above-mentioned style and vibe, well let’s tackle that one. Uncorked Tahoe City, a bright, inviting space in the heart of the downtown walking district, has almost a beach-town vibe, which is

Uncorked Truckee, urban chic.

befitting as it sits across from Commons Beach. It is also within walking distance of most of Tahoe City’s dining attractions. It’s adjacent to Tahoe Art Haus Cinema, making Uncorked Tahoe City the perfect place to rally the gang for pre or post anything. Next stop is Olympic Valley, where you will find Uncorked in one of the calmer nooks of the Village at Squaw. With outdoor firepits facilitating outdoor seating most of the year, it offers a cozy spot in winter and wonderful alfresco imbibing on warmer days.

When a wine purveyor offers so many out-of-the-box selections, the staff must not only be knowledgeable, but able to communicate in a clear and friendly manner to maximize the guest experience. Uncorked Truckee is in historic downtown. This is the most upscale location, full of dark wood and creative, comfy seating areas, giving this spot a bit of a club feel, while still offering casual comfort. All three have Uncorked’s signature wall of wine, which are not only great for perusing solo, but also allow the knowledgeable staff will take you on a wine-walking tour if you so wish. From an aesthetic standpoint, one can appreciate how these walls create a dramatic wine eye-candy effect. The big takeaway here is that a visit to an Uncorked can offer an immersive wine experience, casual group hang or just a quick stop for a nice glass of vino with some atmosphere thrown in — worth a visit. Look for winemaker events this summer at all three locations, including at Petra Restaurants and Wine Bar. Check out their ad in this edition for details. | uncorkedtahoe.com.  Lou Phillips is a Level 3 Advanced Sommelier in Tahoe and his consulting business wineprowest.com assists in the selling, buying and managing wine collections. He may be reached at (775) 544-3435 or wineguru123@gmail.com.

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each season is here and there is nothing more satisfying than a delicious, luscious peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream on a summer evening. Almond extract and a dash of cinnamon add a subtle and unique flavors to my cobbler recipe. It’s a great dish to bring to a gathering.  Find more from The Seasoned Sage

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Almond extract and a dash of cinnamon add a subtle and unique flavors to my cobbler recipe.

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Peach Cobbler From the kitchen of: Priya Hutner 1 C flour 1¼ C sugar (you can substitute maple syrup) ½ t baking powder ¼ t salt 1 t cinnamon

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2 t lemon juice 1 C milk ½ C butter melted 1 t almond extract (vanilla extract can be substituted) 3 C peaches, peeled & sliced

Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease a 9-inch-by-13-inch pan. I use cooking spray. In a large bowl, gently mix peaches with ¼ cup sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice and almond extract. Set aside. In a separate bowl add flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and milk. Mix well. Add melted butter and mix until batter is smooth. Layer the peach mixture on the bottom of pan and pour batter evenly over top. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream or powdered sugar.

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Lanza’s is a family-owned Italian restaurant located in Kings Beach/Tahoe Vista in North Lake Tahoe. Known for delicious, traditional, Italian dishes and huge portions. With a kid’s menu, gluten-free menu and full bar, it’s no wonder Locals Love Lanza’s.

5 p.m. | (530) 600-3304, theidlehourlaketahoe.com

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Las Panchitas

Las Panchitas is a family-owned establishment serving traditional Mexican food to locals and visitors to Lake Tahoe since 1982. From tacos and fajitas to a long list of house specials, Las Panchitas serves up meals that are satisfyingly delicious and easy on the wallet. Wash your meal down with a frosty margarita. Made from scratch daily.

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Tahoe’s premier dining experience, the restaurant sits just 100 feet above the shoreline of Lake Tahoe offering diners a panoramic vista. Using the freshest and finest seasonal ingredients, Christy Hill offers Modern American cuisine with refined Mediterranean influences. Diners enjoy a chance to explore fine wines from around the world with an extensive list that has received a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” since 1982.

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3 oz. Tahoe Blue Vodka Juice of one Blood orange or Cara Cara orange 1 Bottle of orange Italian Soda

Pour the vodka and the freshsqueezed orange juice over ice in a tall glass. Add blood orange Italian soda to the rim. Serve with a straw and garnish with a slice of orange. South Lake Tahoe resident Brenda Simpkins started creating cocktails during the shutdown in 2020, which resulted in her book, “Cocktails on Brenda’s Balcony.” The new edition is now available. | Cocktails on Brenda’s Balcony on Facebook, brendas-cocktails@yahoo.com

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With a beautiful Tahoe lakefront view and 82 all-natural, uniquely crafted hot and cold subs, Chub’s Subs has become a new local favorite! Open for lunch and dinner, Chub’s offers a variety of options, including gluten-free, vegan, & vegetarian-friendly subs! All ingredients are natural & come on a freshly baked, Rounds Bakery soft sourdough roll. Stop by to try your tasty sub inside, on our outdoor patio, or to-go.

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