Dickson Truckee/Tahoe Newsletter - July 2019

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JULY 2019 MARKET NEWSLETTER

Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA.

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Truckee Office $ Guild Mortgage Corner Sales Statistic Reports Independence Day TO DYI OR NOT TO DYI Seasonal Maintenance Check List Care and Maintenance of Outdoor Furniture Value of Maintenance Beautiful Truckee and Lake Tahoe July Calendar and Event Details Local Golf Courses & Nearby Lakes

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The Dickson Truckee Team

11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA.

The Dickson Realty Truckee Team is always available to provide excellent and dedicated client service whether you are considering buying or selling a home. Our team of seasoned professionals, all REALTORS®, possess the most current and comprehensive market information and, combined with their knowledge and experience, they are uniquely qualified to be expert guides in your real estate venture. Call, e-mail, visit our office, or access us on the web. We are here for you 24/7.

Office Info: Phone: 530-587-7444 Fax:530-587-8064 Email: truckeeinfo@dicksonrealty.com Web: www.Dicksonrealty.com

Going bigger?

If you need a loan that exceeds conventional limits, here’s what you should know:

GUILD MORTGAGE CORNER 5 things to know about Jumbo loans

1. Guild’s Jumbo loans offer up know to $3M you of buying power.

Is your primary residence rented through Airbnb or VRBO? Didyou you can use your short-term 2. A minimum FICO® Score of 661 is generally required. rental income to qualify for a refinance?

Guild now allows borrowers to apply rental income toward 3. A 30% down payment and strong cash reserves will get you the best rates. their refinance qualification requirements.

Curious and want to learn more? See requirements below.

4. You can get a Jumbo loan with as little as 5% down; ARM options are also available.

5. These loans require more documentation, so it’s a good idea to start the loan process.

Program details: • • • • • •

Primary residence refinances only Must provide Airbnb Proof of Income Statement Short-term rental income must be Let’s stable forget at leaststarted 12 months Loan-to-value ratios as high as 97% for rate and term refinances Loan-to-value ratios as high as 80% for cash-out refinances Credit scores as low as 620

Rates are at a 12-month low and NOW is the perfect time to refinance your home! Whether you’ve been thinking about lowering your interest rate or taking cash out to complete those much-desired home renovation projects, The Rice Team would love to help. We are well-educated on a wide variety of loan programs and work hard to make sure we find you the best program to fit your long-term financial goals.

Katie Rice

Sales Manager NMLS ID# 308387 11050 Pioneer Trail Suite 201 Truckee, CA 96161 O: 530.582.9991 krice@guildmortgage.net Apply Online www.thericeteam.com

I am licensed to do business in the states of California and Nevada. Licensed by the Department of Business Oversight under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act; NV Broker #1141; NV Banker #1076; Guild Mortgage Company is an Equal Housing Lender; Company NMLS ID 3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). All information, loan programs & interest rates are subject to change without notice. All loans subject to underwriter approval. Terms and conditions apply. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.

The Dickson Truckee Team

11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA. The sales statistics this month represent a 12 month review of sales to include Median Pricing, Lowest & Highest Sold Prices, Total of units sold and Average Days on the Market.

The sales reported are for Single Family Residential and Condo/Townhouse sales in each of the areas.

(Time share and/or shared ownership are not included in the statistics presented.)

The data source is the Tahoe Sierra Multiple Listing Service with data pulled on June 10, 2019

Truckee Inclusive shows total market activity which includes the sub-markets of Tahoe Donner, Golf Course Communities (Gray’s Crossing, Lahontan, Old Greenwood, Schaffer’s Mill and Martis Camp), Donner Summit, and Northstar.

Specific detail for each sub-market is shown separately

MEDIAN SALES PRICE 729,000 $

95,000 $

7,700,000

63

54

June

$

847,526 $

130,000 $

4,100,000

69

34

July

$

682,000 $

105,000 $

4,650,000

86

48

August

$

677,500 $

95,000 $

9,000,000

107

39

September

$

625,000 $

87,900 $ 11,750,000

84

45

October

$

735,000 $

130,000 $

7,495,000

111

59

November

$

685,000 $

138,000 $

7,000,000

87

82

December

$

622,500 $

260,000 $

5,900,000

48

78

January

$

760,000 $

105,000 $

4,620,000

47

71

February

$

665,000 $

185,000 $

6,700,000

51

82

March

$

660,000 $

145,000 $

7,450,000

47

81

April

$

685,000 $

115,000 $

5,100,000

69

72

MAY 2019

$

655,000 $

110,000 $

3,050,000

55

55

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$110,000

$3,050,000

$5,100,000 $115,000

$185,000

$105,000

$145,000

$6,700,000

$7,450,000

HIGHEST SALE

$4,620,000

$5,900,000 $260,000

$138,000

$130,000

$87,900

$95,000

$7,000,000

$7,495,000

$9,000,000

$11,750,000

LOWEST SALE

$4,650,000 $105,000

$130,000

$4,100,000

$7,700,000

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LOWEST SALE

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TRUCKEE INCLUSIVE

Dickson Realty is dedicated to helping you keep a pulse on the local market and real estate related information by providing the latest news, trends, and issues affecting the area’s real estate market.

The Dickson Truckee Team 11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA.

AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

95,000 $

1,500,000

22

34

June

$

625,000 $

130,000 $

1,446,000

31

12

July

$

600,000 $

105,000 $

1,700,000

37

39

August

$

694,500 $

95,000 $

1,500,000

32

33

September

$

602,000 $

87,900 $

1,600,000

38

26

October

$

670,000 $

130,000 $

1,600,000

41

57

November

$

650,000 $

138,000 $

1,310,000

34

52

December

$

627,500 $

269,000 $

1,341,000

20

53

January

$

719,500 $

105,000 $

1,320,000

18

49

February

$

634,000 $

393,000 $

1,500,000

15

48

March

$

650,000 $

349,000 $

1,397,500

19

41

April

$

685,000 $

115,000 $

1,885,000

31

59

MAY 2019

$

613,500 $

110,000 $

1,540,000

27

42

Tahoe Donner $2,000,000 $1,800,000 $1,600,000 $1,400,000 $1,200,000 $1,000,000 $800,000 $600,000 $400,000 $200,000 $-

LOWEST SALE

HIGHEST SALE

AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

$

724,250 $

367,500 $

2,355,000

4

67

June

$

1,695,000 $

1,600,000 $

3,800,000

3

165

July

$

689,500 $

225,000 $

1,650,000

8

100

August

$

532,500 $

335,000 $

1,360,000

12

63

September

$

655,000 $

479,000 $

1,570,000

11

99

October

$

820,000 $

39,000 $

1,650,000

14

68

November

$

815,000 $

218,000 $

4,400,000

7

108

December

$

575,000 $

340,000 $

1,095,000

9

126

January

$

502,500 $

240,000 $

1,800,000

6

140

February

$

799,000 $

185,000 $

2,935,000

9

118

March

$

1,150,000 $

452,500 $

2,250,000

7

164

April

$

715,000 $

245,000 $

3,100,000

9

90

MAY 2019

$

1,650,000 $

835,000 $

2,861,000

3

108

Northstar $5,000,000 $4,500,000 $4,000,000 $3,500,000 $3,000,000 $2,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $-

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MEDIAN SALES PRICE

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MEDIAN SALES PRICE

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HIGHEST SALE

Dickson Realty is dedicated to helping you keep a pulse on the local market and real estate related information by providing the latest news, trends, and issues affecting the area’s real estate market.

The Dickson Truckee Team 11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440

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AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

MAY 2018

$

3,837,500 $

1,230,000 $

7,700,000

10

149

June

$

1,715,000 $

914,500 $

4,100,000

6

135

July

$

2,300,000 $

870,000 $

4,650,000

11

106

August

$

2,775,000 $

560,000 $

9,000,000

15

82

September

$ 11,750,000 $ 11,750,000 $ 11,750,000

1

610

October

$

3,200,000 $

540,000 $

7,495,000

18

104

$6,000,000

November

$

2,262,500 $

830,000 $

7,000,000

8

116

$2,000,000

December

$

2,500,000 $

1,987,500 $

5,900,000

5

161

January

$

3,800,000 $

1,035,000 $

4,620,000

5

120

February

$

3,495,000 $

785,000 $

6,700,000

11

127

March

$

1,600,000 $

877,000 $

7,450,000

7

87

April

$

1,500,000 $

855,000 $

5,100,000

6

99

MAY 2019

$

1,672,500 $

655,000 $

3,050,000

6

117

HIGHEST SALE

RESIDENTIAL SOLD

$10,000,000 $8,000,000 $4,000,000

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MEDIAN SALES PRICE

LOWEST SALE

HIGHEST SALE

AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

290,000 $

189,000 $

875,000

5

41

$

615,000 $

385,000 $

890,000

3

42

July

$

515,000 $

385,000 $

900,000

7

18

August

$

482,000 $

175,000 $

942,000

15

27

September

$

694,500 $

275,000 $

2,400,000

8

66

October

$

492,500 $

290,000 $

750,000

6

60

November

$

830,000 $

710,000 $

2,900,000

7

275

December

$

412,500 $

260,000 $

615,000

6

62

January

$

880,000 $

175,000 $

2,545,500

5

101

February

$

450,000 $

192,500 $

700,000

3

128

March

$

478,900 $

285,000 $

670,000

4

130

April

$

520,000 $

520,000 $

520,000

1

177

MAY 2019

$

742,000 $

742,000 $

742,000

1

6

Donner Summit $3,500,000 $3,000,000 $2,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $-

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$12,000,000

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$14,000,000

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MEDIAN SALES PRICE

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MEDIAN SALES PRICE

LOWEST SALE

HIGHEST SALE

Dickson Realty is dedicated to helping you keep a pulse on the local market and real estate related information by providing the latest news, trends, and issues affecting the area’s real estate market.

The Dickson Truckee Team 11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA. AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

Alpine/Squaw

5

234

1,532,500

4

288

July

$

750,000 $

420,000 $

2,150,000

7

78

August

$

557,500 $

286,000 $

2,150,000

8

176

September

$

496,000 $

375,000 $

1,865,000

6

97

October

$

492,500 $

287,000 $

1,900,000

9

559

November

$

629,500 $

168,000 $

1,195,000

10

97

December

$

485,000 $

334,500 $

1,287,500

5

100

January

$

430,000 $

136,000 $

3,650,000

5

76

February

$

545,000 $

375,000 $

1,535,000

12

109

March

$

600,000 $

270,000 $

1,500,000

5

103

April

$

580,000 $

345,000 $

1,195,000

6

117

MAY 2019

$

735,000 $

397,000 $

3,200,000

9

227

$2,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $-

MEDIAN SALES LOWEST SALE HIGHEST SALE PRICE

RESIDENTIAL SOLD

AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

HIGHEST SALE

$800,000 $600,000 $400,000 $200,000

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North Lake Tahoe, CA $25,000,000 $20,000,000 $15,000,000

MAY 2018

$

506,702 $

175,000

$

3,725,000

20

69

June

$

681,520 $

215,000

$

22,865,543

30

133

July

$

605,105 $

135,000

$

4,600,000

26

36

August

$

605,000 $

115,000

$

4,315,000

41

39

September

$

650,000 $

260,000

$

3,200,000

33

50

MEDIAN SALES PRICE

October

$

592,000 $

113,000

$

2,000,000

25

66

November

$

706,500 $

163,000

$

1,925,000

16

70

December

$

675,000 $

245,000 $

4,750,000

20

67

$800,000

January

$

555,000 $

125,000 $

4,300,000

15

74

$400,000

February

$

612,000 $

310,000 $

950,000

8

82

$-

March

$

525,000 $

235,000 $

1,575,000

15

104

April

$

700,000 $

145,000 $

1,825,000

19

122

MAY 2019

$

720,000 $

165,000 $

5,475,000

19

87

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HIGHEST SALE

No. Lake Tahoe, CA 12 Month Median Sales Price Trend

$600,000

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$200,000

AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

West Shore, Lake Tahoe, CA

652,750 $

425,000 $

3,000,000

14

14

July

$

750,000 $

425,000 $

24,000,000

20

91

August

$

822,500 $

319,000 $

10,000,000

28

67

September

$

652,000 $

222,500 $

3,300,000

22

70

October

$

892,930 $

440,100 $

5,950,000

14

53

November

$

677,500 $

510,000 $

1,675,000

12

82

December

$

667,000 $

350,000 $

22,000,000

11

123

January

$

595,000 $

225,000 $

37,000,000

9

100

February

$

585,000 $

240,000 $

1,200,000

6

147

March

$

713,850 $

535,000 $

1,312,000

4

69

April

$

534,500 $

252,500 $

995,000

4

233

MAY 2019

$

655,500 $

542,405 $

1,825,000

8

114

$15,000,000 $10,000,000 $5,000,000 $-

MEDIAN SALES PRICE

LOWEST SALE

HIGHEST SALE

West Shore 12 Month Median Sales Price Trend

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$40,000,000 $35,000,000 $30,000,000

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MEDIAN SALES LOWEST SALE HIGHEST SALE PRICE

$10,000,000

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LOWEST SALE

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We Hold These Truths to be Self-Evident

This year marks the 243rd anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And while much has changed since the signers met in secret to dissolve the bands that tied them to England, their words are as true today as they have ever been.

The preamble to the Declaration states: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government …

The arrangement of this statement reveals the founders’ belief that individual rights pre-exist the establishment of a government-- a radical notion at the time. The Declaration begins, “We hold these truths to be self-evident…” By referring to the aspects of the subsequent statement as "selfevident truths," the founders insist that they do not merely apply to colonists but rather that they are universal. Included in these universal truths is the idea, “that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” This bold assertion insists that no one life is more valuable than the next, and that—by virtue of sharing the same rights—no individual has the authority to rule over or oppress another.

Moreover, the equal rights shared by all humans are “unalienable.” They cannot be taken away. This is because they are granted not by any man or institution but rather they are “endowed” upon individuals by their Creator. Only the One who grants rights has the authority to take them away.

Although the founders believed in the unalienable rights of every person, they also understood that there will always be forces in this world that seek to oppress. Thus, “to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it.” Put simply, government possesses no rights. Its sole purpose is to protect the rights of its citizenry from outside forces. If it fails in this duty, it is the responsibility of individuals to abolish it.

The writers of the Declaration—and subsequently the writers of the Constitution—believed that government’s power comes out of its ability to protect the rights of its people. Individuals do not receive natural rights from government and thus government does not have the authority to take rights away. To the extent that it protects individual rights, government operates legitimately. However, when it fails to protect such rights or when it imposes upon them, it becomes an illegitimate ruler over what would otherwise be free people.

When the founding fathers gathered in 1776, they did not merely declare the independence of the colonies from their British oppressors. They declared the independence of all individuals from the unlawful intrusion of overreaching government. And that declaration forever altered the course of human history.

REPRINT: FREEDOM WORKS: Matthew Clemente

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4 Questions to Ask Before You DIY May 20, 2019

“When it gets to be more complex, it’s always good to have someone who is overseeing the project,” says Kelly Barrett, senior vice president of home services at Home Depot. That’s when it pays to hire a professional.

2. Do you have the skills?

Sewing, carpentry, painting, metalwork: Each project requires a unique set of skills. Not having them isn’t a deal breaker, though. Half the fun of DIY is learning something new. Patel taught himself to weld so he could build his family a fire pit.

Sameer Patel loves to DIY. He’s built a weight rack for his home gym, rebuilt a swing for his son and welded a fire pit for his backyard. So, when it was time to add gutters to his home in Tucson, Arizona, he was ready to do it himself.

“I had gone to Home Depot, read a lot of posts and was determined to do this myself,” Patel says. But the numbers didn’t add up.

Patel estimated tool rentals and materials (overestimating for the inevitable mistake) would run $652, still under the $800 quoted to him by a local contractor.

But when he factored in time — the project would take an entire weekend — and the likelihood he’d reuse his newfound gutter knowledge, he called in a professional.

“Even though I’d save money with this project … I was never going to do this” again, Patel says. “I don’t plan on starting a gutter install business.”

When weighing your own DIY project, run the numbers, then ask yourself these four questions before deciding whether to invest the elbow grease or pass it off to a professional.

1. How complex is the project?

Installing a new kitchen backsplash is a relatively straightforward task. A good online tutorial will teach you the basic techniques and walk you through the supplies needed.

A top-to-bottom remodel of your kitchen is another story.

You’ll need to plan for and install flooring, cabinets, countertops and appliances, and may need to move gas and plumbing lines. That’s a lot of moving parts, especially for novices.

“It was fun sourcing the metal, developing a model, cutting and welding it,” Patel says. “The best part is the story about how it was made, knowing the mistakes and fixes and how we’d do it better next time.”

Before tackling a new project, Patel assesses his skill set, figures out how easily he can learn any new skills, and factors in how often he’ll use his new knowledge. If it’s a skill he won’t reuse, he’s less likely to do the project himself.

3. What are the risks?

How much damage could you do if your DIY project goes awry?

Craft projects are less risky. Sure, you may burn your thumb with hot glue, but you won’t burn the house down.

But some home improvement projects could flood your home or endanger your life if not done correctly.

“Make sure you’re safe,” says Brittany Bailey, a licensed general contractor and DIY educator at Pretty Handy Girl.

“If you’re taking out a load-bearing wall and don’t know what you’re doing, that’s risking your life, your family’s life.”

4. What’s your time worth?

Put a dollar value on your time and factor that into the total project costs. R.J. Weiss, a certified financial planner, uses this formula: Total savings divided by hours needed to complete the project.

“Now, I know my hourly rate for completing the project.

Then the question really comes down to, am I willing to do the work for that amount of money,” Weiss says. “For projects I actually enjoy doing, such as yardwork, this point is moot. However, for those I’d grind my way through, it’s important to recognize the true opportunity cost of going the DIY route.”

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THE ULTIMATE SUMMER MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST

Once the ground has thawed and the trees begin to bud, it's time to prepare your home for the summer season.

On top of your regular cleaning, you'll also want to consider these general home maintenance tips. Use this checklist as an aid to make sure everything in your home from the basement to the roof is in tip-top shape.

OUTSIDE: Inspect roofing for missing, loose, or damaged shingles and leaks.

Inspect chimney and fireplace venting for damage.

Remove leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts.

Remove insulation from outdoor faucets. Replace washers as needed.

Be a leak detective. Check your hoses and exterior faucets for leaks -- even a tiny drip can add up to a big waste of water. Pinhole leaks in hoses can be covered up by winding regular electrical tape around the (dry) hose in overlapping layers.

Check sprinkler heads and irrigation systems and set timers.

Prune trees and shrubs.

Add a layer of mulch to keep weeds down and help the ground retain its moisture in the heat. It'll give your plants a chance to grow Analyze your deck. Look over your deck for signs of rotting and hammer in any nails that are poking up.

Then, determine if your deck needs sealing. Sprinkle water on the deck's boards. If the water beads up, you're in good shape; but if it soaks right in, it's time to reseal.

Power-wash windows and siding.

Clean, repair the deck and patio furniture.

Clean your outdoor cooker. Give your grill a deep cleaning with these simple steps: For gas grills, turn the heat up to high and let the grill cook with the lid closed for about half an hour.

Allow the grill to cool and then brush it off with a grill brush. Wipe down the exterior with a damp sponge and a gentle cleanser. Clean the grill's drip pans.

For charcoal grills, completely empty the grill and wipe out any ashy residue. Then clean it inside and out with hot water, a scrubby sponge and some liquid dishwashing soap. Let the grill dry completely before using it again.

INSIDE: Check detectors. Check your home's smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to make sure they're working properly. Replace the batteries.

Change the air-conditioner filter. If you have central air-conditioning, consider a professional servicing.

Clean ceiling fans and other fans with a damp rag. If you have high ceilings, a ceiling-fan duster can help you de-grime hard-to-reach blades.

Clean window and door screens.

Repair or replace caulking and weather stripping around windows, doors, and mechanicals.

Polish wood furniture, and dust light fixtures.

Inspect sink, shower, and bath caulking for deterioration. Seal tile grout.

Clean kitchen exhaust fan filter.

Clean kitchen exhaust fan filter.

Clean refrigerator and freezer coils and empty and clean drip trays.

Check dishwasher for leaks.

Check around kitchen and bathroom cabinets and around toilets for leaks.

Replace interior and showerhead washers if needed.

Vacuum lint from dryer vent.

Drain or flush water heater.

Oil garage-door opener and chain, garage door, and all door hinges.

Stop dirt at the door. Keep summer's mud and muck outside with not one, but two doormats at your main entry door. Place a coarse mat at the exterior and a softer, cloth one on the interior to catch the most dirt. Better still, instruct family members to remove their shoes upon entering.

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The Dos and Don'ts of Cleaning Patio Furniture

is great on white plastic furniture (just make sure to wear gloves, as this cleanser often contains bleach).

Start and end each season by giving your furniture a good deep clean, and be sure to wipe everything down after pool parties and barbecues. You may opt to use a protectant on your furniture depending on the material. Wood, for example, might do well with a coat of outdoor varnish. Metal can be lightly coated with auto wax to keep it in good shape.

DON’T use abrasives on wicker and plastic.

Keep your durable outdoor dining chairs and tables looking top-notch.

While a soft-bristled brush is safe for scrubbing wood and metal surfaces, plastic and wicker call for something gentler. When cleaning wicker, use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe the piece down; for plastic, use a sponge.

DO give your cleaning solution time to work.

Though materials can range from durable exotic hardwoods to delicate wickers, all patio furniture requires routine cleaning. Using the wrong products or techniques, however, could damage your outdoor tables, chairs, and lounges. Follow these guidelines to get the job done quickly and correctly.

DON’T use a pressure washer.

Apply the appropriate cleaning product to the furniture and give it about 15 minutes of dwell time. Then rinse thoroughly with a garden hose—unless it’s wicker, which can warp if saturated with too much water.

Wipe wicker furniture down with a damp cloth instead to remove soap.

Save this powerful cleaning tool for your deck. Power washing can do more harm than good to patio furniture. In most cases, a garden hose and a little elbow grease is all you need.

DON’T forget the umbrella.

For light amounts of rust, use sandpaper or steel wool to gently scrub it off. For more significant rust, use an electric drill outfitted with a wire brush, or even a grinder if you have one handy.

DO use cleaning agents tailored to your furniture’s material.

Wood, wicker, metal, and plastic each demand special cleaning. Natural materials like wood and wicker call for a nourishing, oil-based soap. Colored plastic and metal furniture can be cleaning with a mild dishwashing soap. Automatic dishwashing detergent

Remove the fabric from the frame of your patio umbrella, if possible, and if machine washable, follow the care tag instructions to launder. If you can’t take the fabric off, remove surface dirt with a vacuum or soft-bristled brush, then mix a solution of warm water and mild laundry detergent (about a quarter of a cup per gallon of water) and give the fabric a good scrub with a brush. Let it soak in for about 20 minutes, then rinse with a garden hose and let dry in the sun.

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Is Your Home Older Than Its Years?

Would you throw away $20,000? You are if you’re letting your home age faster than it should. Here’s a simple maintenance strategy to keep your home young.

You know how Dr. Oz says that if you keep your body fit and your mind nimble, you’re likely younger than your chronological years? The same principle applies to your house.

An out-of-shape house is older than its years and could lose 10% of its appraised value, says Mack Strickland, an appraiser and real estate agent in Chester, Va. That’s a $15,000 to $20,000 adjustment for the average home.

But good maintenance can even add value. A study out of the University of Connecticut and Syracuse University finds that regular maintenance increases the value of a home by about 1% each year.

So, if you’ve been deferring maintenance, or just need a good strategy to stay on top of it, here's the simplest way to keep your home in good health.

Focus on Your Home’s #1 Enemy If you focus on nothing else, focus on moisture -- your home’s No. 1 enemy.

Water can destroy the integrity of your foundation, roof, walls, and floors -- your home’s entire structure. So, a leaky gutter isn’t just annoying; it’s compromising your foundation.

Keeping moisture at bay will improve your home’s effective age -- or as Dr. Oz would say, “real age” -and protect its value. It’ll also help you prioritize what you need to do. Here’s how: Follow This Easy 4-Step Routine

1. When it rains, actively pay attention. Are your gutters overflowing? Is water flowing away from your house like it should? Is water coming inside?

2. After heavy rains and storms, do a quick inspection of your roof, siding, foundation, windows, doors, ceilings, and basement to spot any damage or leaks.

3. Use daylight savings days or the spring and fall equinox to remind you to check and test waterrelated appliances like your washer, refrigerator, water heater, HVAC (condensation in your HVAC can cause leaks) or swamp cooler, and sump pump. It’s also a great time to do regular maintenance on them. Inspect any outdoor spigots and watering systems for leaks, too.

4. Repair any damage and address any issues and leaks ASAP. Don’t procrastinate when you spot minor leaks or drips inside your house. Ongoing small leaks can slowly erode pipes and fixtures, and even cause mold and mildew issues you won’t notice until it’s too late.

Say you’ve got a bit of cracked caulk around the kitchen window. It may not seem like much, but behind that caulk, water could get into your sheathing, causing mold damage and rot. Before you know it, you’re looking at a $5,000 repair that could have been prevented by a $4 tube of caulk and a half hour of your time.

Once you settle into a routine, it becomes easier to handle other maintenance tasks, which will only do more to protect and enhance your home’s value.

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Plus, you’ll get to know your home better, which will help you spot other one-off problems, such as termites and other wood-destroying insects, that can cause costly damage.

If You Want to Take Home Maintenance to the Next Level...

If you’re a geek about home maintenance like we are, and you want to do more than water patrol, these ideas will help you keep your house in great shape.

Give yourself an incentive to do

maintenance. Maintenance is your springboard to sexier projects like a kitchen remodel. Plan a roomper-year redo. This way you’re maintaining, fixing, and improving. For example: In your basement or crawl space: Check for dark stains that could signal plumbing leaks. If you find any leaks, fix them. § Check your ductwork for leaks that are wasting energy. § Clean the lint out of the dryer vent. The machine will last longer, and you’ll help prevent fires. § Caulk and seal basement windows to stop air leaks.

In your kitchen: § Clean out all the cabinets, then wipe them down. It’s a great way to purge and get organized.

Take a good look under your kitchen sink. Remove all the wastebaskets and cleaning supplies to help you spot any leaks, and fix them.

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Re-caulk the seam between your backsplash and wall to keep moisture out.

To give your whole kitchen a low-cost facelift, how about a new backsplash?

Re-paint the walls using paint with a tough, semi-gloss sheen that stands up to repeated cleanings and resists moisture.

Establish a maintenance fund. Some sources say you should save 1% to 3% of your initial house price annually to pay for maintenance. On a $200,000 house, that’s $2,000 to $6,000 a year.

Yeesh, that’s a big nut.

Alternatively, make it a goal to save enough money to do a major replacement project, so the bill won’t catch you off guard. Probably the biggest single replacement project you’ll have is your roof or siding.

You can build up this fund over several years by paying yourself a monthly assessment -- whatever you can manage. Keep it in a separate account to avoid the temptation to tap it for hockey tickets or other impulse buys.

If you need to replace the roof before you have a fund, an equity loan is an option. But consider very carefully.

If you’re practicing maintenance in the way we’ve outlined here, you won’t need $2,000 per year to manage your home’s natural aging process. Some routine tasks, such as cleaning rain gutters and changing furnace filters, could cost you $300 or less per year.

Your house takes care of you -- not just for shelter but as a financial asset. Return the favor and keep it hale and hearty by caring for it with regular maintenance.

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JUNE 28TH TRUCKEE HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

JUNE 29TH 150 YEAR TRUCKEE DONNER RAILROAD CELEBRATION

July 2nd – Sept 3rd Gray’s Crossing Summer Music Concert Series

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Downtown Truckee California Welcome Center 10065 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee

4:00 pm 5:30 pm

Karen Willcuts (530) 426-2334 Price: Free, however gratuities are gratefully accepted.

Historic Downtown Truckee comes alive during this colorful tour which includes stories of railroad barons, lumber mills, ice harvesting, movie stars, and other characters past. Pass by unique shops and restaurants while learning about Truckee's famous and infamous past. The tour includes architecture, history, stories, fables, and facts.

Duration: about 1.5 hours - Distance: less than 1 mile on a flat path.

Ending location: Brickeltown Other information: Please be aware of paid parking in downtown Truckee. This tour is family friendly however it probably won't be exciting for young children.

Truckee Tahoe Airport Conference Room, Truckee

7:00 pm 8:00 pm

Truckee historical society

As part of our 150 Year Truckee Railroad Celebration, come hear Bill Oudegeest of the Truckee Donner Historical Society share a wealth of little-known information about one of our most visible features along the ridge at Donner Lake.

PJ’s at Gray’s Crossing 11406 Hennes Road Truckee

5:30 pm 7:30 pm

SQUAW VALLEY

8:00 am 9:45 pm

www.sqawalpine.com All day family events

Celebrate summer skiing and the 4th of July with the whole family at our music and ski festival at Squaw Valley! There will be 3 days of live music from Grant Farm at Gold Coast, paying tribute to the 1991 concert by the Jerry Garcia Band that took place near this location. We'll have more music at the High Camp pool & hot tub and a FREE show at KT Base Bar with Paul Oakenfold and a fireworks display!

DONNER LAKE WEST END BEACH

All day events 8:00 am 10:30 pm

Fees/Admission: $6 for everyone age 1-adult Tickets are not available online or at the gate. Please visit the Truckee Community Recreation Center at 8924 Donner Pass Road, Truckee with proof of residency or home ownership.

A favorite Truckee 4th of July tradition! Come spend the day on the beach.

Listen and dance to music, play games, eat BBQ and watch the fireworks!

Continuing into its 6th year in June, July, and August through September 3, the Summer Concert Series at Gray’s Crossing continues to gain momentum and a growing reputation for bringing incredible talent to the stage. These free outdoor concerts are family-friendly and open to all.

Lawn space is available on a first come, first serve basis. You can now order a la carte as well as buffet dining during the concerts.

SQUAW VALLEY FREEDOM FEST

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION AND FIREWORKS

9:00 am Beach gate opens 1:30 pm Music and games begin 9:30 pm Fireworks Show Games & Music Schedule 9:00am Beach Opens 1:30pm Egg Toss 1:30pm Earthlings 2:00pm Tug of War 2:30pm 3 Legged Races 3:00pm Second Floor Blues Band 3:00pm Sack Races 4:00pm Pie Eating 4:30pm Blues Monsters 5:00pm Hula hoops 6:00pm Deckheads/Back St. Bandits 8:00pm TBA 9:30pm ***Fireworks Show***

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JULY 4TH Kids Bike Parade Northstar

JULY 5th and 6th 9TH ANNUAL SUMMER CONCERT ON THE GREEN

A one-mile, gravity fed, fun event for all ages & abilities!

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Historic Downtown The parade starts at the Truckee High School and winds along Donner Pass Road to Historical Downtown Truckee and ends at the corner of Bridge and Church Street. Note the road will be closed to traffic from 9:30 am until after completion of the parade.

10:00 am 12:30 pm

9:30 am Road Closure Donner Pass Road from Truckee High School to Bridge Street; Donner Pass Road/Bridge Street to Church Street 9:45 am Firecracker Mile Run Start at US Bank to Downtown Truckee 10:00 am Parade!

Event Description: Join us for our annual Truckee 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Truckee held on the actual 4th of July! It's a Truckee tradition and fun for the whole family and community. Free to spectators. This year's theme is the 150th Anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad in Truckee.

The Village at Northstar

12:00 pm 2:00 pm

1-800-Go_North

After getting inspired watching the downtown Truckee 4th of July parade, join us at Northstar California for a parade that's all your own.

Free red white and blue decorations will be available in front of Mine Children's Store to decorate your bike, scooter, stroller or dog to be stars of the parade.* Kids can decorate, get their face painted and meet local first responders before the parade starts. At 2:00 pm everyone who wants to participate is guided around the village and onto the rink while onlookers cheer them on.

TAHOE DONNER Driving range 12790 Northwoods Blvd, Truckee

Doors open 4:00 pm Concert 6:00 pm 10:00 pm

Adults (13 and up) $40 per day Kids (5-12) $20 per day Toddler (0-4) Free

The Firecracker Mile is a long standing Truckee tradition so you can get in a bit of cardio burst before chilling out for the parade and a sun filled day of barbecues, beer, and beach play while waiting for the grand finale – the fireworks.

This run is great for families, young kids, high school kids, college kids, active grandparents, friendly dogs on leashes and competitive types who want to see how fast they can go!

The run is one mile downhill along Donner Pass Road from US Bank to the Train Station. Runners are encouraged to wear festive attire and are cheered on by the thousands of parade spectators.

Come into Tahoe Mountain Sports and register in person!

ANNUAL TRUCKEE FIRECRACKER MILE RUN

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Tahoe Donner's biggest event of the year returns Friday and Saturday, July 5 and 6, 2019 featuring two nights of performances by today’s top tribute bands.

Friday: Woodie & the Longboards is a tribute to the Beach Boys and songs from the breezy California era of the 50s, 60s and 70s . Neon Velvet delivers the very best new and classic dance hits for all tomorrow's parties.

Saturday: The Fog City Swampers have been rocking Northern California and beyond since 2003. Enjoy a special tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival. Hollywood U2 is known for putting on the world's greatest U2 tribute show selling out venues around the globe.

Summer Concert on the Green is a family-friendly, all-ages event taking place outdoors under the stars.

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3:00 pm 7:00 pm

1-800-GO_NORTH Festival grounds are open to public Advance Ticket - $45 Day of Ticket - $55 Tickets are for beer tasting, guests must be 21 years or older.

For the 13th consecutive year, The Village at Northstar comes alive with al fresco jams and fresh brews. Join us at 6,000 feet for high-altitude hops from 40+ different breweries, live Bluegrass, and never-ending outdoor family fun. Did we mention beer? Yes, lots and lots of beer...

Beerfest doesn't have to be just one day, we are offering a variety of other activities to make it a refreshing weekend on multiple levels with a mountain beer run, 5-course dinner and beer pairing. hiking, mountain biking, golf, yoga, and countless other things to do in the Village.

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Music in the Park is back for another summer of FREE fun and dancing for your Wednesday Summer Nights. This year we've committed to improvements in a quality and consistent sound system for the whole series provided by Music in Tahoe. We've also worked really hard by listening to previous years feedback, and have one of our best lineups ever for the series.

BEERFEST AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

JULY 10th through AUGUST 29th

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About half of the bands are new to the Wednesday music series and we've made a conscious effort to spread out the variety of genre's throughout. Of course we couldn't do any of this without the support of our Series and Show Sponsors, as well as your donations at each concert. We hope you'll join us in the ampitheater this summer.

JULY 13th

TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRPORT

10:00 am 3:00 pm

Join us at the Airshow! Come see our 150 Year Truckee Railroad Celebration booth and enjoy old pictures of Truckee and the surrounding area, talk to historians and researchers and get a copy of the schedule of events for the rest of the summer!

STARTS AND ENDS VILLAGE AT NORTHSTAR

7:00 am 3:00 ppm

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Truckee, CA 96161

6:00 pm

$100 per person plus ticket service charge

You're invited to the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund's 5th Annual Dinner & Silent Auction on July 18. Proceeds support local non-profits and high school graduate scholarships. This year's theme is 'All Aboard the Giving Fund Train', a tie-in with the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad. Special guest speaker is Jerry Blackwill from the Truckee Donner Historical Society. We know you will enjoy this presentation and acquire a new perspective on Truckee as a historical train down.

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TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRSHOW

JULY 14th BIG CHIEF 50K UNTRA TRAIL RUN

JULY 18th TAHOE DONNER GIVING FUND DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION

JULY 20th DONNER LAKE TRIATHLON

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7:00 pm Dinner

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The Big Chief 50K trail race is a loop course on a mix of single track and fire road in the scenic forests between Lake Tahoe and Truckee. You will run through mighty trees, take in breathtaking views and conquer rocky summits on your journey.

The course travels between 6000 – 7500 feet of elevation and you will gain approximately 4500 feet during the run. The race starts and finishes in the Village at Northstar Resort in Truckee, CA.

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA. July 20 July 9:30 AM 20 July 9:45 AM 20 July 10:00 AM 20 July 10:45 AM 20 July 1:00 PM 20 July 2-5:00 PM 20 July 4:00 PM 20 Time Date July 5:45 AM 21 July 6:50 AM 21 July 7:00 AM 21 July 7:10 AM 21 July 7:20 AM 21 July 8:00 AM 21 8:00AM- July 4:00 PM 21 July 9:25 AM 21 July 10:30 AM 21 July 11:30 AM 21 July 11:00 AM 21 12:00-2:00 July PM 21 July 2:30 PM 21 9:15 AM

July 20th and 21st Half Triathlon | 70.3 | Olympic Triathlon | Sprint Triathlon | Kids Triathlon | Aquabike | Aquathon One of the best! The Donner Lake Triathlon is a favorite of many triathletes. The venue, setting, and course offer a truly beautiful and challenging experience. Join us in July in Truckee, California!

The Donner Lake Triathlon is held at West End Beach on Donner Lake in Truckee California. West End Beach is managed by Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District.

Donner Lake is 2.7 miles long and 1/2 mile wide. The water is clear and clean with a maximum depth of 328 feet. A sandy beach with majestic views of the surrounding Sierra await you.

Donner Lake Triathlon Schedule Saturday July 20, 2019 events: • Donner Lake Kids Triathlon • Donner Lake SPRINT Triathlon • Swim Clinic Sunday July 21, 2019 events: • Donner Lake OLYMPIC Triathlon • Donner Lake HALF Triathlon • Donner Lake Olympic and Half Aquabike • Donner Lake Olympic Duathlon • Donner Lake Olympic Aquathon • Alpine Fresh Water Swim • Swim Clinic Time

Date July 5:45 AM 20 July 6:50 AM 20 July 7:00 AM 20 7:45-10:45 July AM 20 8:00AM- July 4:00 PM 20 8:30-10:00 July AM 20 July 8:30 AM 20

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SaturdaySprint Transition Area Open SaturdaySprint Transition Area Closed SaturdaySprint Start SaturdaySprint and Kids Race Finish SaturdayEXPO Kids Race Packet Pick SaturdayUp/Registration SaturdayKIDS Transition Area Open

SaturdayKids 11-12 yrs Race Start SaturdayKids 9-10 yrs Race Start SaturdayKids 7-8 yrs Race Start SaturdayKids 6 & under Race Start Sprint Awards, Kids SaturdayRecognition SaturdaySwim Clinic Sunday events check-in and Saturdayregistration Sunday events race briefing Saturdayand athlete meeting Day Item/Function Sunday Transition Area Open Sunday Transition Area Closed START: Half Sunday Tri/Aquabike/Aquathon START: Olympic Sunday Tri/Aquabike/Aquathon Sunday STRAT: Duathlon START: Alpine Fresh Water Sunday Open Water Swim Sunday EXPO First Olympic Finisher Sunday Expected AWARDS: Alpine Fresh Sunday Water Swim Sunday First Half Finisher Expected AWARDS: OlympicSunday Approximate Time Sunday Live music AWARDS: HALF-Approximate Sunday Time

All scheduled activities are based at West End Beach/Donner Lake/Truckee, CA 15888 South Shore Drive Cut Off Times for the Half Distance Race • Swim: 8:15AM 1 hour and 10 minutes after the final HALF swim wave start.

• Bike: 12:50 PM 5 hours and 30 minutes after the final HALF swim wave start.

• Run: 1:50 PM 2nd lap 6 hours and 30 minutes after the final HALF swim wave start.

• Run: 3:50 PM 8 hours and 30 minutes after the final HALF swim wave start.

• The race will officially end 8 hours and 30 minutes after the final HALF swim wave start at 3:50 PM

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA. Seasonal Offerings Date and Event

Where Held

TUESDAYS continues through season)

Truckee Regional Park at 10050 Brockway Road Truckee

8:00 am 1:00 pm

Free

Come to the Truckee Regional River Park each Tuesday for fresh produce, vegetables, fruit, flowers, berries, melons, greens, tomatoes, prepared foods, crepes, baked goods, fish and meat, olive oil, and handmade artisan goods.

The Events Plaza in the Village at Squaw Valley

6:00 pm 8:30 pm

Free (530) 584-6266

This popular and FREE outdoor concert series in the Village at Squaw Valley features acclaimed blues musicians, great grab & go food offerings from Village restaurants and a Blues bar with beer, wine & spirits available from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the Events Plaza.

During the summer Bluesdays series, Squaw offers discounted tickets for the Aerial Tram, food and drink specials, and lodging sales each and every Tuesday.

Truckee Regional Park 10500 Brockway Rd Truckee

6:30 pm 8:30 pm

Free info@trpd.org

Every Wednesday from to August 28, TRPD hosts a community gathering with great music in the amphitheater located at Truckee Regional Park. All Concerts start at 6:30pm. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who attend, no smoking and no dogs. Please supervise your children at all times. Your contribution of any amount helps to ensure a full schedule of concert dates, as event costs continue to rise. Look for the blue donation boxes. Thank you!

Historic Downtown Truckee

5:00 pm 8:30 pm

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

6:00 pm 8:30 pm

TRUCKEE FARMER’S MARKET Tuesdays through 9/3 BLUESDAYS AT SQUAW VALLEY Wednesdays Starting 6/20 through 8/29 MUSIC IN THE PARK Thursdays through 8/29 TRUCKEE THURSDAYS

Fridays through 8/30 MUSIC ON THE BEACH

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Come celebrate the 12th year of Truckee Thursdays, through August 29th. Thursday nights in Historic Downtown Truckee is a special experience for people of all ages - residents, visitors and participants alike. Featuring live music, a food court, artisan vendors, merchant and community displays, children’s activities, and a beer garden. Free shuttle service will be provided again this year. Join us. Meet your neighbors and friends. Enjoy one of the best experiences Historic Downtown Truckee has to offer.

Free www.northtahoebusiness. org NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL OR PETS PERMITTED

Start your summer weekend off right by listening and dancing to FREE live music performances featuring a variety of genres on the beautiful North Shore of Lake Tahoe. Music on the Beach takes place at Kings Beach State Recreation Area and concerts start at approximately 6:30pm on Fridays throughout the summer. Alibi Ale Works beer, plus wine, soda, and food vendors will all be available from 6-9pm.

Visit NTBA website for more information and to check out the entire 2019 Lineup.

Saturdays STAR GAZING

Northstar California Resort 150 Northstar Drive Truckee, CA 96161

Gates open at 8:15 PM, and close at 10:30 PM.

(775) 232-0844 $22.50 to $45 Ticket price includes: s'mores, hot chocolate, Starbucks coffee (Via), tea, Aquafina water.

The Cosmoarium offers, free parking, firepits, bathrooms, comfortable seating, an amazing night sky, and Celestron telescopes. Dog friendly.

The stars shine brilliantly in the clear night sky at Northstar California's Cosmoarium. Join us weekly for a presentation of the stunning cosmos with Tahoe Star Tours and see the stars like you have never seen before this summer. Gather together around a warm fire pit at one of the best places for stargazing in Tahoe, and take in the galaxies above with renown star guide and poet Tony Berendsen.

Get an in-depth look at our solar system and beyond with powerful Celestron telescopes, allowing you to wonder what else might be up there. A one of a kind experience you can only get at Northstar California, the Cosmoarium will deliver wonder and amazement for your entire family at this truly unique nighttime experience.

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA. On-Going Area Offerings Date and Event

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Sundays On-Going Art of Mixology

Ritz-Carlton Hotel 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Ct. Truckee

4:00 pm 6:00 pm

E-Mail Giles.priestland @ritzcarlton.com

Cost $60/per person at the Manzanita Bar. Entertaining and educational experience will feature freshly cut herbs, classic ingredients such as bitters and infused liquors to create three unique cocktails paired with appetizers.

Mondays On-Going Song Group

Tahoe Truckee School of Music 10038 Meadow Way, Ste. E Truckee

6:15 pm 7:30 pm

$20.00

Song group for everyone! Any instrument, any experience level, any age.

Led by Ben Martin. Come to learn and share music in a fun creative environment.

For more information contact: http://chamber.truckee.com/events/details/song-group Contact: Ben Martin (530) 587-3274

Tuesdays On-Going Knitting Group

Atelier 10128 Donner Pass Road Truckee

4:00 pm 6:00 pm

Free

Join us for a knitting group. Open to all knitters, crotchetiers, loom artists‌whatever your thread you are welcome.

This is NOT A CLASS; it is a group activity intended for individuals who enjoy the company of other yarn artists. Bring your own project or start a new one; come for a few minutes or the whole 2 hours.

For more information on this and other workshops contact: www.ateliertruckee.com

Wednesday Fridays On-Going Crafting

Tahoe Modern Makers 3668 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Ste. K So. Lake Tahoe

4:00 pm 5:00 pm

Free

FREE! All Craft event every Wednesday and Friday; all ages welcome. No reservations required. Craft changes weekly.

Call for questions: (530) 600-3388 or e-mail: tahoemodernmakers@gmail.com

On-Going Check Schedules on line at Atelier.com

Atelier 10128 Donner Pass Road Truckee

Varies

Prices vary

Take a fun class! All classes are interesting and open to the public. Class offerings are offered throughout the month and offerings change

Sierra Bakehouse 10736 Pioneer Trail, Unit 12

8:00 am 3:00 pm

Fridays BAKE SALE

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throughout the year.

Check their website at www.ateliertruckee.com for current calendar. www.sierrabake househouse.com

Stop by Sierra Bakehouse every Friday from 8 am to 3 pm to experience their bake sale of yummy breads, desserts and savory treats!

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA.

COYOTE MOON

NORTHSTAR

OLD GREENWOOD

PONDEROSA GOLF COURSE

TAHOE DONNER

18 HOLE, PAR 72 Coyote Moon Golf Course is a challenging but fair test of Lake Tahoe golf. All levels of golfers will be tested, yet all will enjoy their round.

18 HOLE, PAR 72 Northstar's par-72, 18-hole course was designed by Robert Muir Graves, legendary landscape architect. His designs are notorious for integrating rugged, wooded sites with wavy bunkers and putting His unique features create a flow of movement in the land, qualities golfers will experience while playing at Northstar-at-Tahoe.

18 HOLE, PAR 72 Nestled among 600 acres of towering pines and surrounded by beautiful mountain vistas. Old Greenwood offers 18 holes of perfection courtesy of Jack Nicklaus. attention. Old Greenwood was rated No. 4 among America's finest new "Upscale Public Courses" by Golf Digest in 2005, and Golf Magazine rated it one of the 10 Best New PublicAccess Courses in the Country (February 2005). Without a doubt the Old Greenwood Golf Course has set a new standard for Truckee golf courses.

9 HOLE, PAR 35 The course features 3,022 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35. This short course has 3 sets of tee boxes for a fun but challenging golfing experience. The course features chipping and practice greens, driving nets, pro shop, snack bar and a fabulous view.

18 HOLE, PAR 72 Course offers 7,002 challenging yards from the longest of four tees.

The narrow, tree-lined fairways and epic elevation changes embody the best of mountain golf, while the fast, soft and large greens are widely regarded as the finest in the region.

RESERVATIONS: (530) 587-0886 10685 Northwoods Truckee, CA 96161

RESERVATIONS: (800) GONORTH or (530) 562-2490 P.O. Box 129 Truckee, CA, 96160

RESERVATIONS: (800) 754-3070 or 530-550-7010 12915 Fairway Drive Truckee, CA, 96161

RESERVATIONS: (530) 587-3501 10040 Reynolds Way Truckee, CA, 96161

RESERVATIONS: (530) 587-9440 11509 Northwoods Blvd.

Truckee, CA, 96161

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Truckee, Golf Course Communities, Tahoe Donner, Northstar, Donner Summit, Alpine/Squaw, North & West Shore Lake Tahoe, CA. Here's a partial list of lakes in Plumas County, Northern California all within easy reach from Truckee/Tahoe. These are the most well-known and popular lakes for camping, fishing and hiking.

Lake Almanor, at 4,500 feet elevation and with 52 miles of forested shoreline, is the county's largest lake, offering year-round fishing and spectacular views of majestic Lassen Peak.

Gold Lake, in the Lakes Basin Recreation Area, offers hiking, camping and fishing in the summer and draws snow sports enthusiasts in the winter. 6,400 feet in elevation.

Little Grass Valley Reservoir, 3 miles south of the community of La Porte, sits at just over 5,000 feet in elevation. It is hugely popular with campers and fishing enthusiasts in the summer, and snowmobile enthusiasts in the winter.

Butt Valley Reservoir, near Lake Almanor, is widely known for camping and as a great fishery for trout.

Round Valley Reservoir, located three miles above Greenville, is a warm water fishery containing bass and bluegill, and is a popular place to bring children because they're sure to make a catch.

Antelope Lake, located 30 miles NE of the small town of Taylorsville in the Genesee Valley, is a popular camping and fishing spot. It sits at 5,000 feet in elevation and has 15 miles of shoreline.

Bucks Lake, 17 miles southwest of Quincy, and at 5,200 feet in elevation, boasts 17 miles of shoreline, sandy beaches and tall pines. Bucks Lake attracts fishermen, campers, hikers and water sports enthusiasts in summer.

Winter bring snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Lake Davis, seven miles north of the City of Portola, sits at 5,800 feet in elevation and offers yearround activities. Camping, fishing (including an annual fishing derby) and hiking during the summer months, and a popular ice fishing tournament, sled-dog races and snowmobile poker runs in the winter.

Nearby J&J’s Grizzly Store has just about anything you might need.

Frenchman Lake is in the eastern end of the beautiful Sierra Valley. A high desert lake at 5,800 feet, it's nestled in the pines. Just out of Chilcoot, Frenchman is home to camping and fishing.

The Dickson Truckee Team

11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440