Toby and Cocoa are two large Maine Coon cats who were adopted from the shelter 6 months ago, but were returned recently because the adopter’s dog didn’t get along with them. They are very easy going, friendly cats who might need a little extra space because of their size, but they are great companions for […]
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By Kathryn Reed Looking at what little is left on plates and the fact many want seconds indicates two things – the food is good and the people are hungry. Each Monday a cadre of volunteers puts together a nutritious, well-balanced meal for more than a 100 people. It’s free – free to eat – […]
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Sierra Nevada College’s Literary Lollapalooza is Sept. 7 at 7pm. It will feature: Suzanne Roberts: Award-winning poet, memoirist, and travel/nature writer. Shaun Griffin: Rosemary McMillan Lifetime Achievement in Art recipient. Sierra Nevada Review: Celebrating the annual, student-edited review. Bona Fide Books: A press based in Meyers. For more information, go online.
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Modern space geodesy has recently enabled the direct observation of slow geological processes that move and shape Earth’s surface, including plate tectonics and crustal strain accumulation that leads to earthquakes. More elusive has been the direct observation of active mountain growth because GPS measurements have larger uncertainties in the vertical direction and mountain growth is […]
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The first observance of Labor Day is believed to have been a parade of 10,000 workers on Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City. It was organized by Peter J. McGuire, a Carpenters and Joiners Union secretary. By 1893, more than half the states were observing “Labor Day” on one day or another. Congress passed […]
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Ike Marr and Martin Shears have been making music together for 18 years. From their first musical meeting in Phoenix, their chemistry was undeniable. Sharing a passion for great songwriting, harmony vocals, humor, and bourbon, they forged a friendship and musical partnership that has wowed audiences all over the world. The will be playing for […]
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By Brooks Martin Traveling is fun, exciting and enriching, but there are risks. While a simple trip to Placerville or Reno doesn’t require a travel medicine consultation, something exotic could. And a three-day-business-trip to Mumbai with a stay in an air conditioned hotel has very different travel risks than a three-week- hiking-trip in northern India. […]
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Award-winning production company Backcountry Pictures’ latest project, “California Forever”, will air nationally on PBS stations throughout the fall, beginning in California in September. “California Forever” is a two-part television special that tells the story of California’s state parks from 1864 until present day. Episode one of “California Forever” highlights the discovery and creation of California’s […]
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By Mandy Kendall Well, we have been home for a week now following our amazing trip and not only have I had to pay attention to holding onto that relaxed feeling, I have also noticed how much I sit all day. While we were away there things to go and do, lots of walking and […]
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Two special “Soiree” events will take place in private homes as fundraisers for TOCCATA’s summer season finale concert series and for the Tahoe Symphony Youth Orchestra. The first is Sept. 7 at 5pm in Glenshire-Truckee and the other Sept. 9 at 3pm in Incline Village. Wine and hors d’oeuvres are included with the special entertainment. […]
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