Sierra Nevada College is hosting Transfer Student Advising Days on July 18 and Aug. 1 for students to have their transcripts evaluated by a faculty adviser and determine an estimated timeline for graduation. Requirements to transfer in two years are 60 total transferable credits, 12 credits that meet core requirements, 18 credits that meet major requirements and major declaration […]
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The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe has re-launched its Heroes Now & Forever campaign to raise another $1 million dollars to build its new shelter. The Truckee Town Council recently voted to contribute $3.5 million to the project; additionally the town has donated land for the building site. The non-profit has raised $2.4 million so far. Built […]
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Tahoe Rim Trail Association is conducting Women’s Backpacking 101, an all female group event to learn skills and techniques for staying safe and comfortable in the backcountry. The program will cover backpacking basics, including trip planning; how to pack; bear awareness; campsite selection and set up; meal preparation; and Leave No Trace principles. Attendees must […]
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The Douglas County Public Library in Zephyr Cove is hosting “Bats are Cool” on July 20 at 1:30 pm. The event is presented by Northern California Bats, a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of bats throughout Northern California. NorCalBats will bring live bats to the library and talk about the importance […]
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The Wa She Shu It Deh Native American Arts Festival is being held July 28-29 from 10am to 5pm at the Valhalla Grand Lawn, Tallac Historic Site. The event features traditional American Indian dancers and drum performers, basket weaving displays, art and food. Sponsored by the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, this event is free […]
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Sports Concussions is the topic of Jonathan Finnoff’s lecture on Aug. 1 from 6-7pm at Lake Tahoe Community College in South Lake Tahoe. Finnoff is an advocate for making sure athletes and others know about the danger of concussions. Here is a column he wrote on the subject Oct. 10, 2011, for Lake Tahoe News. […]
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Volunteers are needed for the 23rd annual Lake in the Sky Air Show on Aug. 24-26. Four hour volunteer shifts are available from 7am-11am, 11am to 3pm and 3pm-6pm on Aug. 25. Volunteers completing four volunteer hours will receive a free meal and admission to the event. Shift assignments will be designated closer to the […]
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The Tahoe Truckee region was named an All-America City by the National Civic League recently based on its program the Tahoe Truckee Read Campaign to ensure that more children are reading at grade level by the end of third grade. Chosen from a field of more than 100 entries, Tahoe Truckee’s plan was submitted by […]
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Tahoe Mountain Faire is coming Aug. 11-12 at the Tahoe Valley Campground, 175 Melba Drive, South Lake Tahoe. The festival, put on by Danny Freeman of Pine Cone Acre Motel and the campground, features food and music. For more info or to purchase booth space, call Danny at (530) 318.8835, JoAnn at (530) 544.7412, George […]
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Maestro James Rawie and Friends, a soft rock band, and the singers of the TOCCATA chorus mix Beatles’ music Mozart, madrigals and folk-rock music in a concert on Aug. 20 at 7:30pm at Sand Harbor State Park. Tickets are $80, $42 and $25 and are only available through the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival box office online or by calling (800) 74SHOWS (747.4697). […]
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