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MISTRESS OF VIKINGSHOLM

By Philip I. Earl Lora Josephine Knight was born in Galena, Illinois in 1864, one of a family of four daughters and one son. Her father, Edward A. Small, was a corporate lawyer who had large industrial and railroad interests. In 1886, Lora married James Moore, one of her father’s partners. They traveled extensively, making many trips to California. In 1916, they purchased a home in Montecito, a suburb of Santa Barbara, but sadly, James Moore died shortly thereafter. She married Harry French Knight, a St. Louis stockbroker in 1922,

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but was divorced three years later. Lora and her first husband had had a summer home, Wychwood, at Observatory Point on the north shore of Lake Tahoe. Being happy there, in 1928, she purchased the Vikingsholm property from the William Henry Armstrong estate.

Californians familiar with the history of Lake Tahoe recall Lora as the mistress of Vikingsholm, the Scandinavian-style castle which has graced Emerald Bay since 1930.

She also had a home in Reno, Nevada

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from the early 1920’s and was one of the principal benefactors of the First Church of Christ Scientist when the church edifice on Riverside Drive went up in 1939. She was also a supporter of Christian Science churches in Santa Barbara and South Lake Tahoe, a financial backer of the Christian Science Benevolent Home in San Francisco and the Principia, a church school in St. Louis. The Chicago Woman’s Athletic Club claimed her as a member and she served on the Board of Trustees of Mills College, Oakland. In 1926, she was one of a list of

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Americans who put up money to enable Charles Lindbergh to build “The Spirit of St. Louis”, the airplane he piloted across the Atlantic in May 1927.

When planning her home in Lake Tahoe, Lora decided that the fjord-like character of Emerald Bay demanded an architectural masterwork reflecting the culture of Norway, Denmark and Sweden and commissioned Lenart Palme, a Swedish architect and a nephew by marriage, to design the structure.

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She had been impressed with a Nordic home he had designed for himself and his family in Rye, New York, and they traveled to Scandinavia in the summer of 1928 to gather ideas. They visited 11th century wooden churches in Norway, stone castles in southern Sweden, peasant villages in Denmark and ancient structures in Finland.

Palme did extensive photo work and specific features of the buildings later became part of the Vikingsholm plan.

The interior of Vikingsholm also had a Scandinavian theme. The delicate paintings on the ceiling of the living room and the walls of the library and the morning room resembled those found in peasant homes. Several intricately carved “dragon” beams were modeled after those originally hung in Viking castles and corner fireplaces, a feature of Nordic interior design, were located throughout Vikingsholm.

Mrs. Knight also purchased a number of antiques in the course of the trip, but government officials did not allow her to

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ship many of them. She hired craftsmen to copy furnishings and museum pieces, reproductions to the last detail, even matching the aging of the wood and scratches on the originals. She was also concerned with the natural environment and instructed her architect to design Vikingsholm around the existing trees, a task he once called “the trickiest I have had to solve either abroad or in these United States”. She also had a teahouse constructed Continued on Page 6

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Tahoe Food Hub Moves to the Truckee Airport

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Tahoe Food Hub is moving their Farm Shop and warehouse to the Truckee-Tahoe Airport. The Farm Shop will open to the public on May 28, 2019 in its new location at 12116 Chandelle Way, Unit D-1, next to the Truckee Roundhouse.

With the support of the Truckee-Tahoe community, Tahoe Food Hub raised over $80,000 through their Make the Move fund drive. Those funds helped transform one of the warehouses at the Truckee Airport into a hub for local food distribution. Tahoe Food Hub would like to give a big thanks to the Truckee-Tahoe Airport who has been a critical partner in making this dream a reality and bringing this opportunity to Truckee.

“We have always said, it will take a community to build a food system and this fundraising effort truly demonstrated that,” says Susie Sutphin, Executive Director. “We want to thank all the people who made donations over the past year and participated in our fundraising events. And we would like to especially thank all the businesses who donated their in-kind services to build-out the new warehouse: Kelly Brothers Painting,

and pick-up their customized local food box at the Farm Shop. Check out taheofoodhub. org for more information and sign-up for their newsletter to stay ahead of workshops and events throughout the year. Stop by for the Grand Opening on Tuesday, May 28 from 11 AM to 7 PM and see the NEW warehouse and Farm Shop.

Tahoe Food Hub is celebrating its 6th year.

For four years, Tahoe Food Hub (TFH) called the Casa Adina Building, at the bottom of Alpine Meadows Road, home. It is bittersweet to leave but growing from a 1,200 sf. warehouse to 4,000 sf. will increase TFH’s capacity to support more farms and bring more local food to Tahoe.

Tahoe Food Hub is a 501(c)-3, non-profit organization. Our mission is to galvanize our community to build a regional, sustainable and equitable food system. We are supporting regenerative agriculture and addressing local food access challenges at a systems level by creating a local food system for the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. A local food system addresses the needs of diversified, family farms that are looking for fair market opportunities while increasing access to local food for our mountain community. Tahoe Food Hub still has a $30,000 funding gap to cover the final move and build-out expenses. If you are interested in donating, please visit tahoefoodhub.org.

With a larger, more centralized location, the Farm Shop will be open more than in its previous location. It will be open five days a week: Tuesday to Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM. The Farm Shop will feature local produce from more than 40 farms and ranches within 150 miles of North Lake Tahoe. While the Farm Shop only carries produce that is in season for Northern California, all year long there are pasture-raised eggs, grass-finished meats and a variety of specialty products from olive oils and sauces, to dairy and bread.

As an added convenience, TFH will launch its Harvest-to-Order program, an online farmers’ market. Consumers can shop online

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Mistress of Vikingsholm Continued from Page 3 on Fannette Island in the middle of Emerald Bay and a boathouse for the Valkyrie, a mahogany cabin cruiser. She had several docks built and because electric lines were just reaching Lake Tahoe at the time of the construction of Vikingsholm, Palme installed electrical fixtures of Nordic design.

Vikingsholm represents a lavish, graceful period in the history of Lake Tahoe, a relaxed, unhurried time. Mrs. Knight enjoyed entertaining during the summer months when she was in residence and her guests also swam, hiked, boated, fished and took the Valkyrie to Tahoe Tavern where they could dance, bowl or go to the movies.

Mrs. Knight suffered a sudden stroke on the afternoon of June 26, 1945 and died later that evening. Here estate was valued at $3,000,000 at that time, most of which was willed to family and friends. There were also bequests to Christian Science churches and charities, including $10,000 to the church in Reno. Vikingsholm, valued at $300,000, was purchased by Harvey West of Placerville as a hunting lodge.

There was a movement, for a time, to tear it down since it was not a natural feature of the environment. Officials of the “Save the Redwoods League” and the California State Park Commission stepped in to save the castle, however, and the California Legislature appropriated the funds to purchase the structure in 1953.

Today, Mrs. Knight’s grand structure can be reached by a mile-long trail down from Highway 89 or by boat. There is a boat camp on the site and tours of the castle are conducted by park guides in the summer and fall.

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HOA Week Skip Daum President, HOALaws.com Registered Legislative Advocate Since 1974 A spate of HOA bills moved along in the Senate and Assembly this week and plenty of amendments were taken to clarify some language and to ameliorate the concerns of opponents. I attend these hearings in order to see who is testifying for and against the bills, and why. Let’s start with the HOA election bills.

AB 323 (Wieckowski)… Numerous Changes to HOA Election Rules Senator Bob Wieckowski’s SB 323 is a repeat of two similar bills from last session which were vetoed by Governor Brown, and is again sponsored by the Center for California Homeowner Association Law which is based in the SF Bay area.

As amended May 1, it: (1) Requires retention of association election materials including a voter list containing name, parcel number, and envelopes signed by the voters. The association shall make the list available to any member wishing to verify the accuracy

of the voter’s information at least 30 days before the ballots are distributed. A voter’s signature on the outside return envelope may be inspected but may not be copied; this removed concerns about a voter’s privacy.

(2) Candidates for election must be members of the HOA but the association may disqualify them if they haven’t been members for at least one year.

(3) Candidates may not be felons that were convicted in any state or country within the last 20 years.

(4) Candidates must be current in the payment of assessments, excepting fines and late fees, and those being disputed or contained in a payment plan.

(5) Multiple owners of one parcel may not be candidates.

(6) The HOA’s election rules may not be amended less than 90 days prior to the election.

(7) General notice of nomination deadlines and the election date is to be no less than 30 days prior.

As of the hearing date these are the organizations favoring and opposing SB 323, but expect further amendments in the Assembly!

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Center for California Homeowner Association Law (Source) American Civil Liberties Union of California California Association of Retired Americans Greater Sacramento Urban League Non-Profit Housing Association of Northern California Schiffer & Buus OPPOSITION: (Verified 5/1/19) California Association of Community Managers California Building Industry Association Community Associations Institute - California Legislative Action Committee Lake Wildwood Association 28 individuals

SB 670 and SB 671 (FRIEDMAN)…

ADUs and JADUs 670 would make the governing documents of an HOA void and unenforceable if they prohibit the construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Junior ADU on a lot zoned for single-family. State law allows local governments to adopt standards for the minimum and maximum size of an attached or detached ADU, but those standards cannot prevent the installation of at least one ADU or JADU. For an ADU that requires a separate utility connection, the connection or capacity charge must be proportional to burden of the ADU based on the size of the ADU or number of plumbing fixtures. State law also prohibits a local government from

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671 would require cities and counties to develop a plan that incentivizes and promotes the creation of ADUs that can be offered at affordable rent for very low-, low and moderate income households, in the housing element of the general plan. The bill also requires the Housing and Community Development Agency to develop,

by December 31, 2020, a list of existing state grants and financial incentives for operating, administrative, and other expenses in connection with the planning, construction, and operation of an ADU with affordable rent for very low and moderate income households, and post this list on their website. This bill is an author-sponsored measure.

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June 6 – 8

Truckee Dirt Fondo Cycling Event & Festival

May 25 – 26

Little Big Mountain Bike Festival

June 8

14th Annual Truckee Brew Fest The Brew Fest by Truckee Optimists features more than 40 beers and live music in Truckee Regional Park. Proceeds benefit Truckee’s local youth. Must be 21 to attend. Visitors can save by buying pre-sale tickets for $30, available at Coffeebar, Dickson Realty, Zander's, AutoGlass Express, Tuff Beanz or Mellow Fellow, all located in Truckee. http:// truckeeoptimist.publishpath.com/.

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In its second year, the Truckee Craw Thaw Festival will bring an expanded music lineup that includes 10 regional and national bands, food, drinks and family fun to historic downtown Truckee. Designed to celebrate the spring thaw after a long winter season, the free New Orleans-inspired street festival will double in size in 2019 to include more musicians, a larger event space, and more food and drink options. A special farm-to-table brunch benefitting the California Wildfire

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Truckee Bike Park hosts their 7th annual Little Big Mountain Bike Festival and Skills Clinics. The weekend caters to all disciplines and skill levels of mountain biking, encouraging riders of all kinds to participate.

The festival features a women’s only clinic followed by an open 2-hour kid’s group clinic. Following the clinics, riders will line up at the start gates for dual slalom and dual pump track races. Registrants! There will be jump jam competitions for all skills and the first ever FMB sanctioned Jump Jam for women. This Jump Jam will be the first stop on a three-city tour in the inaugural year of the North American Women’s Slopestyle series. Following the Truckee Festival, the competition heads to the Sugar Showdown in Seattle, WA and then up to the Big White Invitational in Kelowna, BC. All proceeds from the Festival go directly back into the Truckee Bike Park, supporting the final phase of construction: three slopestyle lines. Participate, spectate, donate, volunteer! Register and find more information at https:// www.bikereg.com/the-little-big.

Watch or ride in this exciting cycling race designed for all-levels of inspiring athletes.

Bring family and friends to experience a fun festival FREE and open to the public. Enjoy live music, beer, local food and a vendor expo too! Truckee Dirt Fondo is the metamorphosis of what was started in 2018 with 3-time, world road-racing champion Peter Sagan. Join us on June 8 for a mind-blowing, competitive, off-road race with loads of family activities! The festivities kick off Thursday night with a gala dinner and fundraiser, and a VIP optional ride Friday morning with a VIP dinner Friday night. http:// www.truckeedirtfondo.com.

family and community. This year's theme is the 150th Anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad in Truckee. The parade starts at the Truckee High School at 10 AM and winds along Donner Pass Road to Historical Downtown and ends at the corner of Bridge and Church Streets. Note: the road will be closed to traffic from 9:30 AM until after completion of the parade at 12:30 PM.

July 4

Truckee Independence Day Parade Join us for our annual Truckee 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Truckee – it’s a Truckee tradition and fun for the whole

Tahoe Paddle Race series celebrates its 12th anniversary with four events on Lake Tahoe – June 1, June 29, Aug. 24, and Sept. 15, 2019.

The series offers both the recreational paddler and the race enthusiast an opportunity to participate in SUP, prone paddleboard or OC1 class races on Lake Tahoe. Register for any or all of the events in the series online at www.tahoepaddleracing.com. The Tahoe Cup Paddle Race Series is the primary fundraising mechanism for the Lake Tahoe Waterman Association. Learn more, register or become a sponsor at the same website.

June 9

Run to Squaw 8-Miler This 7.9-mile course travels beside the Truckee River. Enjoy spectacular views along this stunning scenic corridor. The route is fast with little elevation gain and is perfect for all abilities. The course starts at Commons Beach, Tahoe City, with a stellar view of Lake Tahoe. It then heads on to the Truckee River Trail finishing at in the heart of the Village at Squaw Valley. There are aid stations and course marshals along the way to cheer you on and make sure you are hydrated. Event check-in and parking is located at Squaw Valley. A shuttle takes you to the start at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. https://tahoetrailrunning.com/.

June 15

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The Kiwanis Club of North Lake Tahoe presents a Classic Car Show in Tahoe City. The eleventh annual CAR STROLL on Thursday June 15 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Persons interested in exhibiting their classic and vintage automobiles are encouraged to register for this event, which is free for participants and spectators. Past events have

featured muscle cars, hot rods, antiques, sports cars and other classics. Parking along the north side of North Lake Blvd. in Tahoe City will be set aside for entered vehicles.

North Lake Auto Parts will be awarding prizes in various categories. For information on the event or to arrange participation contact Dave Shelton at 583-3787 or tahoed@ gmail.com. This event is just one of many during the Tahoe City Solstice Festival from June 13 – June 16, 2019. https://visittahoecity.org/event/tahoe-city-solstice-festival/.

July 4

Tahoe City Independence Day Fireworks Celebrate Tahoe City’s 75th annual fireworks show. The festivities will begin with the sounds of DJs on the street in Tahoe City, leading up to the biggest, brightest and most dazzling fireworks show to date! Shop for t-shirts and swag (and donate generously to our volunteers with fire boots), enjoy the lake, and then take in the spectacular “DYNO-MITE BIG-BANG” fireworks show at dusk on Commons Beach.

July 4 – 7

Pacific Fine Arts Festival Homewood Mountain Resort celebrates Independence Day weekend with the first

of three “Homewood Handcrafted Designs under the Pines”. Taking place Thursday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, this free event brings together an exciting group of 50 artists showcasing an assortment of collectable and wearable arts and crafts in a variety of media including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, photography and much more. Homewood Mountain Resort is located off Highway 89, just 6 miles southwest of Tahoe City. Stroll the booths and rest with a delicious lunch across the street at the Resort’s West Shore Cafe. A relaxing and fun way to spend a few hours during your Lake Tahoe stay! For more information, log on to https://www.pacificfinearts.com/.

July 5

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Enjoy extraordinary entertainment in an exceptional setting! Imagine your toes in the sand, a fantastic bottle of wine nearby, a gourmet meal in hand and first-class entertainment before you… all while basking in a perfect Lake Tahoe sunset with your friends and family. You’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing the enchantment of Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor. For 2019: “The Taming of the Shrew”, Shakespeare’s uproarious battle of the sexes, diContinued on Page 12

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May 25-September 30

Vikinsgholm Tours Emerald Bay Beginning May 25, 2019 Vikingsholm Tours begin, running every 30 minutes from 10:30 AM-4 PM. Mrs. Lora Josephine Knight constructed Vikingsholm in the Scandinavian style because Emerald Bay reminded her of the fjords she visited on trips to that region. Now a National and California landmark, Vikingsholm is available for public tours during the summer months.

The 30-minute tours are conducted by experienced and knowledgeable guides of the Sierra State Parks Foundation. All ticket proceeds go towards the restoration and education efforts for Vikingsholm. Information can be found at https://sierrastateparks. org/emerald-bay-state-park/vikingsholmtours/.

May 26

Lake Tahoe Wedding Expo at the Black Bear Lodge From 12 to 4 PM, mix, mingle, and enjoy special discounts offered on location at the 2nd annual Lake Tahoe Wedding Expo.

Carefully selected Tahoe based wedding vendors are ready to offer advice, guidance, and a one-of-a-kind experience for your special day. Attendance is free but the information is priceless! Black Bear Lodge is located at 1202 Ski Run Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe. https://tahoesouth.com/events/ lake-tahoe-wedding-expo-at-the-blackbear-lodge/.

June 1 – 8

Hwy 50 Wagon Train - 70th Annual Nevada to Placerville, California Ride with us in celebration of California and Nevada's only bi-state historic event! Riding for only a day, or for the whole trip, the wonders of this great land are truly appreciated as one travels down the road at an average speed of three miles per hour. Evening campfires, storytelling, and low-key entertainment round out the experience. Families

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June 1-2

Valhalla Renaissance Faire Queen Elizabeth requests your attendance to enjoy the 26th anniversary of merrymaking and celebration. Return to the Renaissance – return to the magic! Be a part of history and come in costume or come as you are and immerse yourself in games, theater, and a splendid Renaissance marketplace. This unique festival includes full armored combat between knights, a Celtic Music Concert along with culinary delicacies, craft demonstrations, ancient music, dance, and comedy. The Valhalla Renaissance Faire recreates a Renaissance village on festival weekends and includes a merchant marketplace with nearly 100 unique merchants and crafters. Additionally, featuring four stages filled with heart-pounding action shows, music, and comedy and over 900 costumed actors with interactive and immersive 360 theater. https://www.valhallafaire.com/.

June 1

2019 Tahoe Brewfest Tahoe Brewfest celebrates all that is special about our mountain culture; our beer, our crafts, our environment and most of all, our community. Open to all ages, this clean, family-friendly festival serves up craft beers and a full spread of fresh bites from the area. Tahoe Brewfest has started selling tickets earlier than ever; make sure to grab

your tickets to South Lake Tahoe's kick-off to summer party before they're gone! Tahoe Brewfest is hosted by FNCTN and Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe. (VIP tickets start your unlimited samples at noon giving you an entire extra hour to enjoy the Tahoe scenery and craft brews.) Visit https://tahoebrewfest.com/.

June 10-20

Annual Re-Ride of the Pony Express Trail For 10 days and nights, the National Pony Express Association will be conducting its annual Re-Ride of the Pony Express Trail from St. Joseph Missouri, to Sacramento, California a total of 1,966 miles. Scheduled to depart Nevada/California Stateline (Harrah's Lake Tahoe) Wednesday, June 19, at 5:30 PM, spectators can see the riders leaving for Sacramento. Anyone wishing to see the Pony Express riders (in uniform) should be aware that they may be anywhere from two hours ahead to two hours behind schedule. There are a few relay stations in South Lake Tahoe. One at Friday’s Station, just east of Harrah’s casino where the Pony Express statue is today, and two others in Meyers by Holiday Market and the Hawley Grade Trail. Another station is located at Woodfords near Markleeville. The Pony Express was in service from April 1860 to November 1861. Its primary mission was to deliver mail and news between St. Joseph, Missouri, and San Francisco, California. https://nationalponyexpress.org/.

July 4

Lights over Lake Tahoe Fireworks The American Pyrotechnics Association rates South Shore’s spectacular Independence Day fireworks celebration one of the top five displays in the nation. The show is scheduled to begin at 9:45 PM. The fireworks are visible from all over town and on most of the beaches.

July 9 – 14

Celebrity Golf - American Century Championship Enjoy the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship as a spectator from the shores of beautiful Lake Tahoe. With a purse of $600,000 and network television exposure, it’s the most prestigious and richest celebrity tournament in golf, for current and former professional athletes and entertainers. Get up close and personal with celebs on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with autographs and photos. Log on to http:// Continued on Page 14

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The rodeo is THE place to see and be seen.

Featuring 10 days and nights of the best rodeo competition in the country, with over 750 professional athletes. Enjoy all the fan favorites, including two world-class team roping events, professional bull riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing and bronc riding.

The exciting Western action also features an authentic cattle drive, parade, “Extreme Mustang Makeover”, Double R Marketplace for Western shopping, food, carnival and the wildly popular Mutton Bustin’. The event kicks off with an outdoor concert to get fans into the Rodeo spirit. If you’re in the mood for libations, music and dancing, the happening Jack Daniels tent is open nightly or enjoy a VIP experience in The Branding Room. https://www.renorodeo.com/.

July 4

The region’s longest, most spectacular fireworks display is set off from the roof of Nugget Casino Resort while thousands of revelers celebrate our nation’s birthday on Victorian Square below. The event features live entertainment for the whole family, craft vendors, and a wide array of food and drink choices. Free to the public. https:// www.facebook.com/nuggetstarspangledsparks/.

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June 8-9

The top teams from five countries will compete for the World Championship! This will be an awesome event for off-road fans, with more than 70 teams competing in five different classes. The event will also feature top pro drivers battling insane obstacles for the title of SuperCrawl champion. The action takes place on the natural terrain overlooking the racetrack at the phenomenal Wild West Motorsports Park, just 10 minutes from downtown Reno. With the booming growth of off-road motorsports in Northern Nevada, there are few places better suited to

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Northwoods Tahoe

Carnival Rides for all ages at Lampe Park: Thursday through Sunday. Free live music at Lampe Park: Friday night, Saturday and Sunday, a parade in downtown Minden to Gardnerville on Saturday morning at 9:00 AM, Crafts Fair, Food Vendors, Face Painting, Children’s Games, Horseshoe Tournament, Basketball Tournament and Bounce House at Lampe Park: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. http://www.carsonvalleynv.org/ events/details/109th-annual-carson-valley-days-2019-30601.

June 1

Star Spangled Sparks

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at (775) 684-9018 or Steve Hamilton at (775) 392-3579.

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After a long winter, it’s time to liberate your Harley from hibernation and enjoy a weekend of motorcycle fun! Live entertainment on six outdoor stages, bike games, poker runs, more than 80 vendors selling motorcycle accessories, themed art, crafts, apparel and new and previously owned rides. A variety of unique food booths await you. The event is free and open to the public Motorcycle participants can purchase a VIP package that includes poker runs, participant parties and other invitation-only activities. VIP registration and participation are open to all bike brands and models and will be headquartered in downtown Reno, with additional activities at Chester’s Reno Harley-Davidson® and Battle Born Harley-Davidson® in Carson City. For more information, or to register online: http:// roadshowsreno.com/sv_spring.php.

host an event of this type. Competition runs from 10 AM – 4 PM. Gates open at 9 AM. http://supercrawl.rocks/.

June 1-2

30th Annual Kids Fishing Derby Located in Lampe Park in Gardnerville, this free event is a favorite among the kids.

There is a 2 fish maximum per child and tagged fish win prizes. Children ages 3-12 are welcome to fish. This is a FREE event, but pre-registration is a MUST to receive a session ticket. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase, as well. You do not have to be present to win. Volunteers are always needed, wanted and appreciated. For more information, please contact Heather Gertsch

Rocklin Brewfest 2019 ​ From 1 to 5 PM, over 40+ breweries will be on site for visitors to sample their finest brews. There will also be 7 wineries featured this year for the wine lovers. Live music by Hey Monkey. Tickets: $35 in advance, $40 at the door on the day of the event. No one under 21 years old will be admitted to the event and no pets will be allowed except service animals. This event will take place at Johnson Springview Park, 5840 5th Street in Rocklin, CA. Visit https://www.rocklinbrewfest.com/.

June 22

Placerville "Bell Tower" Brewfest Placerville "Bell Tower" Brewfest is returning to Historic Downtown Placerville for 2019!

The Brewfest will take place at Main Street from 5-9 PM. The brewfest will feature 35+ breweries, cideries, meaderies, and wineries, with local gourmet restaurants, a cigar lounge, and music/entertainment. Take in the sights in Historic Downtown Placerville and join us for a night to remember at this community-focused and inspired event.

Must be 21+ years old to purchase a ticket. For more information visit https://www. placervillebrewfest.com/.

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