·      “Color the Tahoe Rim Trail” is a book now available by the South Shore’s Jared Manninen. Go online for details and to order one.

·       Deadlines for Christmas delivery of mail to U.S. Military and APO/FPO depend on the destination. For most destinations, the following cutoff dates apply: Priority packages and first-class cards and letters is Dec. 9, while priority express mail is Dec. 16.

·       Cash Only Band will play at Whiskey Dick’s in South Lake Tahoe for free on Dec. 17. Doors open at 9pm.

·       Tahoe Donner’s 11th annual tree lighting ceremony is Nov. 26. The Light Up the Night event is from 6-8pm at the Lodge Restaurant & Pub.

·       Sierraville Ranger District on the Tahoe National Forest is selling 400 Christmas tree cutting permits. Permits are $10. One tree per permit with a limit of two permits per household. For more info, call 530.994.3401.