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If you’re a regular reader of Tahoe Weekly, then you’ve probably heard this from me many times before: “There’s no such thing as a bad day in Tahoe.” It epitomizes the locals’ point of view on life in the Tahoe Sierra. It’s almost impossible not to have fun in Tahoe. Ski, snowmobile, sled, extreme ice skating (like our cover that we’re in love with from Matt Bansak), hiking, paddleboarding, mountain biking or fat tire biking, and the list goes on.

That’s how we approach our lives in Tahoe, and we invite our readers – visitors and locals alike – to appreciate the many sides of Tahoe.

Sure, we’d all like to have a couple feet of fresh powder on the slopes come in all at once, but most local ski areas have bases ranging between 18” and 36”, making for great ski conditions, and are blowing snow at every opportunity. When you’re done

on the slopes, take the time to try something new – like ice skating. And, we know that kids like variety, so after several requests from our readers, we’ve put together 10 of our favorite things to do when not skiing. Check out our feature “The kids are done skiing. Now what?”

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Natural rim: 6,223’ Lake Tahoe sits at an average elevation of between 6,223’ and 6,229.1’. The top 6.1’ of water is controlled by the dam in Tahoe City and holds up to 744,600 acre feet of water.

Size: 22 miles long, 12 miles wide Lake Tahoe is as long as the English Channel is wide.

Shoreline: 72 miles Lake Tahoe has a surface area of 191 square miles.

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About 3 to 5 million years ago, the valley that would become the Tahoe Basin sank between parallel fractures in the Earth’s crust as the mountains on either side continued to rise. A shallow lake began to form in the resulting valley.

Roughly 2 to 3 million years ago, erupting volcanoes blocked the outlet, forcing the lake to rise hundreds of feet above its current elevation, and eventually eroded down to near its current outlet.

Between 1 million and 20,000 years ago, large masses of glacial ice covered the west side of the Tahoe Basin. Current geologic theory suggests an earthen berm (moraine) left by a receding glacier near Olympic Valley acted as a dam, causing the lake level to rise and then draw down rapidly when the dam catastrophically failed. Between

7,000 and 15,000 years ago, a four-mile segment of the West Shore collapsed into the Lake causing a massive submerged debris avalanche, widening the Lake by three miles and creating McKinney Bay.1 The Tahoe Basin is mostly granite, with little topsoil, and therefore few nutrients have washed into the lake to promote the growth of algae and other organisms that make water murky.

As well, 40 percent of the precipitation falling into the Tahoe Basin lands directly on the lake. The remaining precipitation drains through the decomposed granite soil found in marshes and meadows, creating a good filtering system for water.

Urbanization of the Tahoe Basin has eliminated 75 percent of its marshes, 50 percent of its meadows and 35 percent of its steam zone habitats. About 85 percent of all wildlife in the Tahoe Basin use these habitats.

About the lake Lake Tahoe is located in the states of California and Nevada, with two-thirds in California. It is fed by 63 streams and two hot springs.

The Truckee River is Tahoe’s only outlet and flows from the dam in Tahoe City east through Reno and eventually drains into Pyramid Lake in the Nevada desert.

However, water releases are not permitted when the lake surface level falls below the natural rim at 6,223.’ The lowest lake level on record (measured since 1900) was 6,220.26’ on Nov. 30, 1992.

The Lake of the Sky appears blue in color as other colors in the light spectrum are absorbed and blue light is scattered back.

Lake clarity The University of California, Davis, operates the Tahoe Environmental Resarch Center, which monitors, among other

things, the clarity of Lake Tahoe. Clarity has been measured since 1968 and was first recorded at 102.4’.

The waters of Lake Tahoe were clear to an average depth of 69.2 in 2016. The lowest average depth on record was 64.1’ in 1997. Lake Tahoe is losing clarity because of algae growth fueled by nitrogen and phosphorus.

Lake Tahoe’s discovery The first recorded discovery of Lake Tahoe by white explorers was on Feb. 14, 1844, when John Charles Frémont and Charles Preuss spotted the lake from atop Red Lake Peak. The lake went through several names before it was officially named Tahoe in 1945.

Tahoe is a mispronunciation of the first two syllables of the Washoe’s word for the lake – Da ow a ga, which means “edge of the lake.” 

Learn more: Visit the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village or tahoesciencecenter.org. Sources: Tahoe Environmental Research Center, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Forest Service, “Tahoe Place Names” and David Antonucci (denoted by 1).

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SIGHTSEEING

ATTRACTIONS Cave Rock

East Shore

Kings Beach

North Shore

Drive through one of the area’s natural wonders at Cave Rock, the neck of an old volcano. The area is named for the small caves above Highway 50 that were cut by waves when Lake Tahoe was 200 feet higher during the ice ages.

northtahoebusiness.org Kings Beach is a popular spot for dining and shopping with the North Shore’s largest sandy beach located in the heart of town. Free parking at North Tahoe Beach, Brook Street, Minnow and the Christmas Tree lot on Hwy. 28. TART

Donner Summit

North Tahoe Arts Center

Truckee

Donner Summit, just west of Truckee, holds the record for the United States’ snowiest April.

On April 1, 1880, a storm dumped 4’ of snow on the Sierra Nevada west slope within 24 hours.

A massive snow slide near Emigrant Gap buried Central Pacific Railroad’s tracks under 75’ of snow, ice and rock. For the rest of the month, storm cycles continued to flow in, dropping a total of 298”.

Eagle Rock

West Shore

Eagle Rock, one of the lake’s famous natural sites, is a volcanic plug beside Highway 89 on the West Shore. TART

Explore Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 542-2908 | cityofslt.us Urban Trailhead at base of Heavenly Gondola with local exhibits and programs. BlueGo

Fannette Island

Emerald Bay

(530) 541-3030 | parks.ca.gov Lake Tahoe’s only island is located in Emerald Bay & is home to an old tea house.

Boat access only. (Closed Feb. 1-June 15 for nesting birds.)

Heavenly

South Lake Tahoe

(775) 586-7000 | skiheavenly.com Enjoy a 2.4-mile ride on the gondola to the top with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley. BlueGo

Tahoe City

Free (530) 581-2787 | northtahoearts.com Featuring exhibits of work by local artists and works for sale by local artists. TART

Tahoe Art League Gallery

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 544-2313 | talart.org Featuring local artists and workshops. Second location at Ski Run Center. BlueGo

Tahoe City

North Shore

visittahoecity.com Tahoe City is popular for shopping and dining with historical sites. At the junction of highways 89 & 28, visitors may see the Tahoe City Dam, Lake Tahoe’s only outlet, and Fanny Bridge. Peer into Watson Cabin (1909) in the center of town for a glimpse at pioneer life. Free parking at Commons Beach, Grove Street, Jackpine Street, and 64 acres at Highways 89 & 28. TART

Tallac Historic Site

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 541-5227 | tahoeheritage.org Once known as the “Grandest Resort in the World” as the summer retreat for three San Francisco elite families with the Baldwin Estate, Pope Estate & Valhalla. Grounds open yearround. BlueGo

Truckee

$10 parking | parks.ca.gov (530) 525-7232 Park | (530) 583-9911 Tours Sugar Pine Point State Park is home to the historic Ehrman Mansion (open for tours in the summer), see boathouses with historic boats, and General Phipps Cabin built in the late 1800s. TART

truckeehistory.org | truckee.com The historic town of Truckee was settled in 1863, and grew quickly as a stagecoach stop and route for the Central Pacific Railroad.

During these early days, many of Truckee’s historical homes and buildings were built including The Truckee Hotel (1868) and the Capitol Building (1868). Stop by the Depot for a walking tour of historic downtown. Paid parking downtown with free lot on Donner Pass Road next to Beacon. TART

High Camp

Vikingsholm Castle

Hellman-Ehrman Mansion

West Shore

Olympic Valley

(800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Aerial tram rides with views of Lake Tahoe, Olympic Heritage Museum, ice skating, events and more. Ticket required. TART

Parking fee | Tours in summer only (530) 541-3030 | (530) 525-9529 ADA parks.ca.gov or vikingsholm.com Tour the grounds of Vikingsholm Castle, see Eagle Falls and Fannette Island (the Lake’s only island), home to an old Tea House, and explore snowshoeing trails. TART

REGIONAL SNOW LEVELS Heavenly BASE DEPTH:

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Watson Cabin

Tahoe City

Tours in summer only (530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org Watson Cabin, built by Robert Watson and his son in 1909, is the oldest building in Tahoe City and on the National Register of Historic Places. TART

MUSEUMS Donner Memorial Visitor Center

Truckee

(530) 582-7892 | parks.ca.gov The Donner Memorial State Park features exhibits and artifacts on the Donner Party (184647) at the visitor center, and see the towering Pioneer Monument. TART

Donner Summit Historical Society

Soda Springs

donnersummithistoricalsociety.org Museum at the corner of Old Highway 40 & Soda Springs Road. Take the 20-mile interpretive driving tour along Old 40. Maps online or at museum. TART

Gatekeeper’s Museum

Tahoe City

Daily (530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org Featuring historic photos, the Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and local historical memorabilia. TART

KidZone Children’s Museum

Incline Village & Crystal Bay Historical Society Incline Village Daily | Free | tahoehistory.org Features local history exhibit focusing on 1870-1970, along with “Bonanza” exhibit. Inside Starbucks building in Incline Village. TART

(530) 583-9283 | tahoemaritimemuseum.org Featuring guided tours, exhibits and handson activities for kids on Tahoe’s maritime history. TART

Tahoe Science Center

Incline Village

Tues.-Fri. & by appt. | Free (775) 881-7566 | tahoesciencecenter.org University of California, Davis, science education center at Sierra Nevada College.

Exhibits include a virtual research boat, biology lab, 3D movies and docent-led tours. Ages 8+.

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Truckee Railroad Museum

Truckee

Sat.-Sun. & holidays truckeedonnerrailroadsociety.com Located in a caboose next to the Truckee Depot. Exhibits include the train’s role in logging, fighting snow on the railway, the role of Chinese emigrants and a children’s area. TART

Western SkiSport Museum

Donner Summit

Fri.-Sun. | Free (530) 426-3313, ext. 113 | auburnskiclub.org Showcasing the history of skiing, exhibits include snowshoes from the 1850s, ski equipment from the 20th Century and a pair of 8-footlong skis used by John “Snowshoe” Thompson, a legendary mail carrier. Located at Boreal off I-80. TART

South Lake Tahoe

VISITORS’ CENTERS Kings Beach Kings Beach State Rec. Area (Thurs.-Mon., summer)

Incline Village 969 Tahoe Blvd.

(800) 468-2463

South Lake Tahoe 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

(530) 541-5255

Stateline 169 Hwy. 50 (775) 588-4591

(530) 541-5458 | laketahoemuseum.org Features Washoe artifacts and exhibits on early industry, settlers, and archival films of Tahoe. BlueGo

Tahoe City

Old Jail Museum

10065 Donner Pass Rd. (Depot) (530) 587-8808

Truckee

(530) 582-0893 | truckeehistory.org One of a few surviving 19th Century jailhouses of its kind in the West used from 1875 until May 1964 (open for tours in summer). TART

Olympic Museum

Tahoe City

Truckee

Tues.-Sun. | Locals’ first Tues. half price (530) 587-5437 | kidzonemuseum.org For kids up to age 7 with interactive exhibits, science & art classes, the BabyZone for newborns to 18 months & the Jungle Gym for toddlers and older. TART

Lake Tahoe Museum

Tahoe Maritime Museum

100 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-6900

Truckee

U.S. Forest Service | Incline Village 855 Alder Ave., (775) 831-0914 (Wed.-Fri.)

U.S. Forest Service | South Lake Tahoe Olympic Valley

(800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Squaw Valley, host of the VIII Winter Olympic Games in 1960, celebrates its Olympic History with the symbolic Tower of Nations and Olympic Flame at the entrance to the valley. The Olympic Museum at High Camp features historic memorabilia and photographs. Tram ticket required. TART

35 College Dr. (530) 543-2600

U.S. Forest Service | Tahoe City 3080 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3593 (Fridays)

U.S. Forest Service | Truckee 10811 Stockrest Springs Rd. (530) 587-3558

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Silver Ski Clinics Mount Rose

The Silver Ski Clinics, for ages 50

and older, are every Monday throughout the season at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. Meet in Timbers in the Main Lodge at 9 a.m. for a tech talk and coffee. The group clinic is from 9:30 until 11:30 a.m. | skirose.com

Free play Truckee

Truckee Library hosts an unstructured

playtime for children and parents from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Toys are provided. | (530) 582-7846 EVERY TUESDAY

Season-long lessons Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers

intermediate skate ski lessons on Tuesdays at 9:15 a.m. Free with a trail pass

Ice skating | It’s fun for the entire family.

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Tubing | This should always be at the top of the list. Kids never get tired of tubing.

Anywhere and in any conditions. Kids will do laps up a tubing hill all day.

We recommend getting a Parent’s Interchangeable ticket available at many local ski areas and take turns with the kids at the tubing areas also available at most resorts. There’s also many free tubing spots around Tahoe, or make your own tubing run at your house. Check out Family Fun for local tubing spots. (#91 on the Bucket List.)

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Play in the snow | Make snow angels.

Build a snowman. Create other snow sculptures. Get creative. Have a good, old-fashioned snowball fight.

Kings Beach Library offers Preschool

Story Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. Each week is themed. | (530) 546-2012

Let’s hear it for moms Kings Beach

Mom’s Café is every Tuesday from

10:30 a.m. to noon at North Tahoe Family Resource Center. Meet other moms, get help with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum concerns, infant nutrition and infant care. Groups in English and Spanish. | northtahoefrc.org

Toddler Time Truckee Nicole Cheslock

Courtesy Heavenly Mountain Resort

ahoe is a skier’s paradise, and most adults are in his or her happy place doing endless laps up and down the mountain slopes day after day of vacation. Most kids, however, like variety and quickly become bored even doing one of their favorite activities.

So, when the kids are tired of skiing, we recommend exploring some of many other fun things to do with the family in the Tahoe Sierra. Many items on this list are part of our Ultimate Tahoe Winter Bucket List; visit TheTahoeWeekly.com if you missed it.

Preschoolers wanted Kings Beach

Kidzone Museum | Truckee’s KidZone Museum offers interactive exhibits and fun play stations for kids younger than 7. (#93) Magic shows | The Loft in South Lake Tahoe offers Kids Free Matinee Sundays at its “Magic Fusion” show.

Ice skating | It’s fun for the entire family.

Ask for the double-bladed skates for tykes new to the sport. Enjoy community rinks in Tahoe City, Truckee and South Lake Tahoe, or at local resorts. (#94) Stargazing | Enjoy a guided snowshoe trek followed by stargazing with Tahoe Star Tours for ages 8 and older, or just enjoy stargazing and s’mores by the campfire for ages 6 and older. (#70 & 71)

Truckee Library hosts summer Story

Time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for ages

Tahoe City Winter Sports Park | We’re big fans of this North Shore gem. Ice skating rink, sled hill with snowmaking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fat tire biking and you can bring the dog. This is a kid’s winter wonderland of fun.

Woodward Tahoe | Foam pits to practice jumps, an indoor skate park, trampolines and more. Be warned: They are not going to want to leave. (#92) Visit the library | Local public libraries offer an array of story times, crafts, movies, Jr. Ranger programs and more for the kids.

Check out the Events calendar. (#97) Hot chocolate & s’mores | End every day with hot chocolate and s’mores. Check out the Events calendar for special s’mores events. (#23) 

18 months to 3 years. A half-hour stay and play after the reading. | (530) 582-7846 EVERY WEDNESDAY

Season-long lessons Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers

introductory skate skiing lessons on Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m. and 12:15 a.m.

Free with a trail pass or season pass. | tahoexc.org

Babes in Bookland Truckee

Truckee Library hosts Story Time every

Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for ages 6 months to 2 years. A half-hour stay and play after the reading. | (530) 582-7846

January 11-24, 2018

Story time Zephyr Cove, Nev.

Fresh from the farm Alpine Meadows

dren’s story time every Wednesday from

for winter every Thursday and Friday from

11:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy stories, songs,

noon to 6 p.m. It features food from more

activities and coloring. | (775) 588-6411

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The Zephyr Cove Library hosts a chil-

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presented by

season. | tahoefoodhub.org

Read together Incline Village, Nev.

Incline Village Library hosts Family Story

Time on Wednesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. | (775) 832-4130

Help with computers Kings Beach

Kings Beach Library offers ongoing

computer help from 3 to 4 p.m. First Thursdays of the month are “Exploring the

Just heavenly South Lake Tahoe

Interweb,” second Thursdays are “Com-

Heavenly is from 4 to 7. Free wine tasting

Thursdays are “Everything iPhone” and

from different featured winery each

fourth Thursdays are differing themes

week. Enjoy free guest speaker and/or

about technology. | (530) 546-2021

Wine Wednesdays at The Loft in

puters Questions with Carl LeBlanc,” third

tasting notes from the featured winery. | (530) 523-8024

EVERY FRIDAY

EVERY THURSDAY

Silver Ski Clinics Mount Rose

Discuss what’s happening Incline Village, Nev.

and older, are every Friday throughout

conversation forum hosted by the Senior

for a tech talk and coffee. The group

Programs staff at Aspen Grove Community

clinic is from 9:30 until 11:30 a.m.

Center from 10 to 11:15 a.m. every week

| skirose.com

The Silver Ski Clinics, for ages 50

The Conversation Café is a drop-in

the season at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. Meet in Timbers in the Main Lodge at 9 a.m.

except holidays. Participate with people sharing diverse views and a passion for engaging with others over topics and

Fridays are fun Truckee

Family Fun Fridays at KidZone Museum

news. $2 donation includes continental

starts at 11 a.m. Play-based class design-

breakfast. | (775) 832-1310

ed to inspire exploration and discovery through art. For ages 5 and younger. Free

Season-long lessons Tahoe City

with admission. | kidzonemuseum.org

introductory cross-country lessons on

Fresh from the farm Alpine Meadows

Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Free with a trail pass or season pass. | tahoexc.org

Tahoe Food Hub’s Farm Shop is open

for winter every Thursday and Friday from noon to 6 p.m. It features food from more

Ladies Day Clinics Mount Rose

Ladies Day Clinics run Thursdays to

than 40 farms and carries produce in season. | tahoefoodhub.org

March 15. Meet for coffee in Timbers for at 10 a.m. These clinics offer a fun and social atmosphere where female skiers

Some more, please Tahoe Vista

North Tahoe Regional Park is the place

and riders of low-intermediate to advanced

to grab free s’mores between 2 and 4 p.m.

abilities gain confidence and improve

in the Ramada. | (530) 546-4212

technique. $25, free with pass. | skirose.com

Happy hour tastings Olympic Valley

Story Time Tahoe City

Bar every Friday until April 20 from 3:30

Story Time for ages 5 and younger every

a different one featured each Friday

Thursday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. | (530)

along with live acoustic music.

583-3382

| squawalpine.com

Friday Night Tasting Notes is at Plaza

Tahoe City Library hosts Pre-Schooler

to 5 p.m. Craft beers or specialty spirits,

hilaree o’neill wildest winter

Toddler Story Time Incline Village, Nev.

Watching as a family Tahoe Donner

Thursday, february 8th, 7PM Olympic Village Lodge

every Thursday from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

at Northwoods Clubhouse at 6:30 p.m.

Raffle Beneficiary

with stories, puppets, music and move-

with G and PG movies. Until March.

ment for ages 18 months to 3 years.

| (530) 582-9669

Incline Village Library hosts story time

Enjoy a free family movie every Friday

| (775) 832-4130 EVERY SATURDAY

Preschool story time Truckee

Truckee Library hosts Story Time every

Thursday at 11:30 a.m. for ages 3 years

made possible in partnership with

tahoe food hub AlpenglowSports.com • 530.583.6917

Season-long lessons Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers

and older. A half-hour stay and play after

free introductory skate skiing lessons on

the reading. | (530) 582-7846

Saturdays at 9:15 a.m. free with a trail pass or season pass. | tahoexc.org

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EVENTS JAN. 13 | SATURDAY

JAN. 14 | SUNDAY

Flies with those eggs? Truckee

Dinner and a snowshoe Alpine Meadows

pancake breakfast on the second Satur-

mid-mountain Chalet at Alpine Meadows

day of each month at the Truckee Tahoe

for an intimate dinner of an Alps-inspired

Airport and offers free Young Eagles air-

menu. $79 adult, $39 child, snowshoe

plane rides for ages 8 through 17 on those

rental included. Limited to 50 guests.

mornings. Breakfast and flights start

| RSVP (800) 403-0206

Truckee EAA Chapter 1073 holds its

Take a moonlit snowshoe tour to the

Courtesy Team USA Winterfest

at 8 a.m. weather permitting. | RSVP

THE EXCITEMENT OF THE

WINTER OLYMPICS

Team USA WinterFest comes to Squaw Valley on Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. as part of a 13-stop tour making its way across the country bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 to Team USA fans around the globe.

The multi-stop interactive festival will include athlete meet and greets, including with local Olympians Daron Rahlves and Marco Sullivan, a Team USA Social Media Truck, Curling Challenge, Hershey’s S’mores samples, Team USA Bobsled Boomerang, Samsung Virtual Reality, live music and après-ski events. All Team USA WinterFest stops are free and open to the public. | squawalpine.com

yecoord1073@outlook.com

JAN. 16 | TUESDAY

Local guided hike Truckee

Tech Tuesdays Incline Village, Nev.

Lost Trail Lodge at 9 a.m. From the I-80

way to explore different ways to learn

Donner Pass Road exit drive past the

about technology. From 4 to 5 p.m.

Chevron and 76 service stations and the

A new activity each week. On the first,

Inn at Truckee for half a mile and park

third and fourth Tuesday of the month.

in the winter parking area. Postponed

| (775) 832-3140

Local Carmen Carr will lead a hike on

Incline Village Library offers kids a fun

until Jan. 27. | (530) 550-5192

JAN. 17 | WEDNESDAY Journaling nature South Lake Tahoe

Kids Nature Journal Club at South

Lake Tahoe Library is at 10 a.m. Learn

In English and Spanish Incline Village, Nev. Incline Village Library offers Bilingual

skills to explore nature and capture adven-

Story Time from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Features

tures in a journal. Some materials will

stories, finger plays and wiggle action

be provided, bring notebook and pen.

as part of the experience to encourage

Dress for exploring. Free. Ages 10+.

a love of books. Third Wednesday of

| (530) 573-3185

every month. | (775) 832-4130

Team USA, next stop… Olympic Valley

Movie night Truckee

Funitel Plaza at Squaw Valley Ski Resort

from 6 to 8 p.m. for “Hoot.” Free popcorn.

from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Olympians Daron

| (530) 582-7846

Team USA WinterFest tour will be at

Join movie night at the Truckee Library

Rahlves and Marco Sullivan will host a

Eel River featured Olympic Valley

meet and greet. A number of interactive

Fire-pit family movies South Lake Tahoe

movie premier of “A River’s Last Chance”

Challenge and the Team USA Social Media

at Olympic Village Lodge at 6 p.m. A story

Truck. Free. | squawalpine.com

Sierra-at-Tahoe bring family-friendly movies

of salmon, timber, weed and wine along

every Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. at Lake

California’s Eel River. $10, free members.

Tahoe AleWorX. Enjoy self-pour brews

| squawvalleyinstitute.org

EVERY SATURDAY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

Squaw Valley Institute presents the

Lake Tahoe AleWorX, FNCTN and

and oven-fired pizzas while huddled around fire pits with your friends and family. Until

JAN. 12 | FRIDAY

April 30. | sierraattahoe.com EVERY SUNDAY

Mid-Winter Bald Eagle Count Area venues

The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science

is coordinating the 37th annual mid-winter

JAN. 18 | THURSDAY

elements, including Team USA Curling

River Talk Truckee

Learn about the Truckee River and how

to help restore and protect it in a one-

Wax on, wax off Tahoe Donner

hour presentation from the Truckee River

offers a wax clinic with Swix/Toko expert

550-8760

Tahoe Donner Cross Country Center

Watershed Council at 8 a.m. | RSVP (530)

Roger Chaney from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. $20. | tahodonner.com

Ta, ta, ta tasting Truckee

Meet the Winemaker Olympic Valley

House is from 5 to 7 p.m. | thepourhouse-

Third Thursday Tasting at The Pour

Uncorked Squaw Valley hosts a winter

truckee.com

Season-long lessons Tahoe City

Bald Eagle count from 9 a.m. to noon

winemaker event featuring Tolani wines

and volunteers are needed to help with

from 5 to 7 p.m. | (530) 550-5200

free introductory skate skiing lessons on

26 stations around Tahoe. | RSVP

TERC Talks Incline Village, Nev.

Sundays at 9:15 a.m. free with a trail pass

tinsweb.org

Snowshoe stargazing Northstar

UC Davis Memory and Plasticity Program

Meet the Winemaker Truckee

tour features a talk about the cosmos,

about the cutting-edge of human memory

poetry reading and telescopic view of

research. At UC Davis Tahoe Science

maker event featuring Tolani wines from

the night sky. 2.5 hours. Meet at 5 p.m.

Center. No-host bar at 5:30; presentation

5 to 7 p.m. | (530) 550-5200

at Northstar California Cross Country,

at 6 p.m. | RSVP terc.ucdavis.edu

Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers

or season pass. | tahoexc.org

Build together Truckee

Truckee Library hosts Lego Club from

12 to 1 p.m. | (530) 582-7842

Dr. Charan Ranganath, director of the

This easy-to-moderate snowshoe

Uncorked Truckee hosts a winter wine-

and professor of psychology, will speak

Telemark & Snowshoe Center. $66

JAN. 11 | THURSDAY

Family Movie Night Incline Village, Nev.

ages 13+; $47 ages 10 to 12. Snowshoe

movie night at 6:30 p.m. with free popcorn

starcalifornia.com

Incline Village Library hosts a family

Dogs love books Incline Village

Incline Village Library offers Paws

featuring “Cars 3.” | (775) 832-4130

To Read from 4 to 5 p.m. Children can practice reading to friendly therapy dogs and receive a free book. All ages wel-

rentals available for fee. | RSVP north-

S’mores stars, please Northstar

Tahoe Star Tours offers Stars & S’mores

to 8:30 p.m. at Riva Grill. Proceeds will go to Bread & Broth. Raffle, appetizers

mid-mountain Chalet at Alpine Meadows

| tahoechamber.org

Take a moonlit snowshoe tour to the

at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe. Meet at

for an intimate dinner of an Alps-inspired

| (775) 832-4130

Fireside Terrace for an astronomy talk,

menu. $79 adult, $39 child, snowshoe

poetry reading and telescopic view with

rental included. Limited to 50 guests.

Celestrons, followed by s’mores around

| RSVP (800) 403-0206

person. | RSVP tahoestartours.com

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Tahoe Chamber presents “Connect

for a Cause Charity Mixer” from 5:30

Dinner and a snowshoe Alpine Meadows

come. Second Thursday of every month.

outdoor fire pit. 7 to 8:30 p.m. $45 per

Mix for a cause South Lake Tahoe

and drinks. $30, $20 members.

January 11-24, 2018

JAN. 19 | FRIDAY

JAN. 21 | SUNDAY

TGIF ski Soda Springs

Waterfowl Outing South Lake Tahoe

Good Friday. Lift tickets are $25 and $5

Science on the Tahoe Big Year outing to

goes to charity. From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

explore the Tahoe Keys for waterfowl

| rideboreal.com

of all types from 9 a.m. to noon. Open to

Boreal Mountain Resort hosts Feel

OUT & ABOUT

Join the Tahoe Institute for Natural

members only; membership open to all.

Share and write Incline Village, Nev.

| RSVP tinsweb.org

Lifescapes, a memoir-writing program

for seniors, is from 2 to 4 p.m. at Incline

JAN. 23 | TUESDAY

Village Library. First and third Fridays of each month. All are welcome. | (775) 832-4130

Tech Tuesdays Incline Village, Nev.

Incline Village Library offers kids a fun

way to explore different ways to learn

Meet the Winemaker Truckee

about technology. From 4 to 5 p.m. A

winemaker event featuring Truchard and

and fourth Tuesday of the month. | (775)

Carneros wines from 5 to 7 p.m. | (530)

832-3140

Uncorked Truckee hosts a winter

new activity each week. On the first, third

550-5200

The necessary info Truckee

Sierra Avalanche Center offers a free

Whatever your genre Meyers

Tahoe Writers Works is an open work-

shop for writers of any genre. Meets

Know Before You Go avalanche aware-

every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Bona

ness presentation at 6 p.m. Basic safety

Fide HQ. | bonafidebooks.com

for travel in avalanche terrain. | sierra-

JAN. 24 | WEDNESDAY

avalanchecenter.org

JAN. 20 | SATURDAY

Interpretive ski tours Incline Village, Nev.

Diamond Peak offers a series of guided

Snowshoe to Echo South Lake Tahoe

interpretive ski/snowboard tours of the

Pine Foundation is a leisurely moderate

the Base Lodge with a guide to discuss

trip, about 4 miles from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

the plant and animal life, history and the

Meet at Echo Sno-Park. $5 non-refundable

Lake Tahoe region. From 1 to 2 p.m.

reservation fee; Sno-park permit needed

| diamondpeak.com

Echo Lake Snowshoe Trek with Sugar

mountain this winter. Participants meet at

to park ($25). | RSVP tahoerimtrail.com

JAN. 26 | FRIDAY It’s like tubular Tahoe Donner

Tahoe Donner Snowplay hosts Fastest

Tube Event from 1 to 2:20 p.m. Heats run every half hour. | tahoedonner.com

Meet your (veggie) maker Alpine Meadows

Tahoe Food Hub Farm Shop offers Meet

Your Maker series from 2 to 6 p.m. Meet the people who grow, raise and make our

Writers unite South Lake Tahoe

food, plus shop specials, local music and/

first and third Saturday of each month,

films. | tahoefoodhub.org

Young Adult Writers’ Meetup, on the

or cooking classes, workshops or food

is from 3 to 4 p.m. at South Lake Tahoe Library. Meet with fellow writers for an afternoon of socializing, discussion and writing. Laptops available for use in the library. Snacks provided. | (530) 573-3185

Learn about the stars Truckee

Learn about Star Tracks at the Truckee

Library from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Learn to use a telescope. | (530) 582-7846

Play to get s’mores Kings Beach

Visit 12 participating Kings Beach res-

taurants and retailers from 3 to 6 p.m., and track three or more visits to redeem a play card for a free s’more kit at Las Panchitas outdoor patio. The more businesses visited and tracked, the more chances to win raffle prizes valued at $3,000. | northtahoebusiness.org

Meet the Winemaker Tahoe City

Uncorked Tahoe City hosts a winter

winemaker event featuring Truchard and Carneros wines from 5 to 7 p.m. | (530) 550-5200

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For the Kids

Courtesy Tahoe Donner

Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of kids’ activities.

A tail to tell Mermaid University Swim School is at Truckee Community Swimming Pool with Amanda Oberacker for ages 6 to 12. Learn to swim like a mermaid on Fridays from 4 to 4:40 p.m. or 4:35 to 5:05 p.m. Sessions are from Jan. 12 to March 2 and March 9 to April 27. Children must pass a swim test or have a parent present. Tails are available for purchase at the pool. The fee for each session is $72. | tdrpd.org

Climb to new heights High Altitude Fitness will be accepting applications for Youth Climbing Club Scholarships for the 2018 sport climbing season. The scholarships will cover each recipient’s Youth Club expenses from Feb. 1 to April 30. Applicants must be between ages 5 and 18 and able to attend at least 75 percent of the scheduled practices and events. Applications can be download from the Web site, completed and turned into High Altitude Fitness. The deadline is Jan. 15. | highaltitudefit.net

Earn your stripes South Lake Tahoe Recreation Dept. is offering American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard Training course from Jan. 22 to Feb. 5. The course is taught by an American Red Cross Certified instructor and will provide participants with knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. A pre-course online class and swim test must be completed

before the first class. For an appointment, call (530) 542-6056. | cityofslt.us

Teens get to hang Ages 12 to 16 will receive creative guidance from an Arts for All Nevada’s artist to paint his or her own 16-inchby-20-inch canvas masterpiece in a fun setting. This class at Lake Mansion in Reno, Nev. on Jan. 18 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. is perfect for all artistic levels. All supplies are included for $15. Participants can bring a snack and beverage.

On Feb. 8 at 5 p.m. teens can paint another canvas masterpiece at the Larry D. Johnson Community Center in Sparks, Nev. The class will be led by an Arts for All Nevada artist and all supplies will be provided.

The class is $15. | artsforallnevada.org

Kids in the kitchen Truckee Donner Recreation and Parks District offers Little Chefs Cooking Class led by Thao Doan is for ages 7 to 12 on Wednesdays. This is an ongoing, monthly class. Cooking for Kids and More Cooking for Kids (an advanced version) for ages 9 to 12 on Mondays with Tammy Garbarino. The next session is from Feb. 26 to April 2. | tdrpd.org

Valuable martial art Douglas County Parks and Rec offers Tae Kwon Do for ages 7 to 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The class emphasizes fundamental values such as courtesy,

IT’S LIKE TUBULAR Fly down the hill at Tahoe Donner Snowplay with the Fastest Tube Event on Jan. 12 from 1 to 2:20 p.m. Heats run every half hour. | tahoedonner.com

integrity and self-discipline — and it is a fun way to stay fit. Offered on Wednesdays until Jan. 31. | (775) 586-7271

Ice skating, dancing lessons Truckee Regional Park Ice Rink is the place for ice-skating lessons with Gus Gustafson. Classes are Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings for ages 3 to 6 and beginners 1 and 2 and intermediates ages

5 and older. Adults are welcome to join in the classes if they are willing to learn with children.

Ice-dancing lessons will also be offered with Gustafson for ages 13 and older.

Skaters must be intermediate or advanced ice skaters. No partner is necessary to attend. The 30-minute lessons over three weeks will include basic steps and beginning dances. | tdrpd.org

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Deep ‘n’ Daring Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of Deep ‘n’ Daring events.

NO SPILLAGE ALLOWED Camp Richardson Resort’s annual snowshoe cocktail races start on Jan. 20, a favorite with visitors and locals. Racers, cocktail trays in hand, navigate through obstacles and up and down the beach. The winner is the fastest and cleanest — no spillage allowed — at the finish. Competitors can win prizes that range from snowshoes and dining certificates to equipment and marina rentals. Registration is free and there are multiple race categories. The series dates include Feb. 17 and March 17. Snowshoes are provided. | camprichardson.com

Avalanche training in and out Area venues Sierra Avalanche Center offers a 24-hour course that provides an introduction to avalanche risk management for motorized users. Learning will occur through a mix of classroom and field practice, with an emphasis on field practice whenever possible. This course follows the guidelines for Recreational Level I Avalanche Training as established by the American Avalanche Association. Classes will be offered from Jan. 19 to 21 in Truckee; Jan. 26 to 28, Feb. 9 to 11 and Feb. 23 to 25 in South Lake Tahoe; and March 2 to 4 in Incline Village, Nev. | sierraavalanchecenter.org

Wax dem skis, boards Soda Springs Boreal Mountain Resort announces its winter events. The USASA North Tahoe is on Jan. 14, an open registration competition series for snowboarders and freeskiers of all ages. The Burton Qualifier is on Jan. 27 at 9 a.m. The Airblaster Board Games are Feb. 24 at 9 a.m. The

Boreal Banked Slalom is from March 10 to 11. The Tim Sims Retro Worlds is from March 24 to 25. It’s Tits is on April 7 at 1 p.m. | Boreal Mountain on Facebook

Entry-level avalanche courses Olympic Valley Alpenglow Expeditions offers a comprehensive entry-level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski and snowboard touring experience. The price includes all necessary classroom supplies and the AIARE field book. At the end of the AIARE 1 course, the student should be able to plan and prepare for travel in avalanche terrain, recognize avalanche terrain, describe a basic framework for making decisions in avalanche terrain and learn and apply effective companion rescue.

Instructional sessions, which include both class and field instruction are $475 for ages 13 and older. Course dates are: Jan. 19 to 21, Jan. 26 to 28, Feb. 2 to 4, Feb. 9 to 11, Feb. 17 to 19 and March 16 to 18. | alpenglowexpeditions.com

Train with the best

Support the groom

Soda Springs Royal Gorge Cross Country offers ski clinics for various ski levels with expert skiers. A Classic Clinic with Olympian Marcus Nash and a Skate Clinic with Nordic coach Will Sweeter are on Jan. 13.

A Women’s Ski Clinic is offered on Saturdays from Feb. 3 to 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Summit Station. Sessions will alternate between classic and skating, depending on the interest of the participants. The course with instructor Debbie Shaw will cover all the basics of each technique. The last session includes a fun race event. The cost is $120.

Dave Eastwood will lead an intermediate/advanced Skate Clinic on Feb. 10.

Olympian Katerina Nash will lead an intermediate Skate Clinic on Feb. 24. An Intermediate Skate Clinic will be led by Franz Bernstein and Caitlin on March 3. | royalgorge.com

Incline Village, Nev. This winter, Nevada Nordic is preparing to groom a cross-country ski trail at Mountain Golf Course. The course will be narrow, 8- to 10-feet wide, and designed to ensure no adverse impact on the fairways.

The organization is looking for financial support to purchase a small SnowCAT to groom trails after heavy Sierra storms.

One has been found with a trailer and the cost is $27,300. With an additional $2,500, the track-setter for classic tracks can be purchased, too. Nevada Nordic’s board has agreed to match the first $10,000 of donations. The nonprofit organization also intends to use this equipment at the Mount Rose area once it has secured the appropriate permits. Donations by check can be mailed to Nevada Nordic, P.O. Box 5406, Incline Village, NV 89450. Credit card donations can be made online. | nevadanordic.org

Explore the back country Kirkwood Kirkwood Mountain Resort offers many upcoming clinics and workshops for guests who want to enhance his or her skiing experience. E:K (Expedition: Kirkwood) Masters Program is a mid-week social program from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for passholders age 50 and older. It is offered on Jan. 24, Feb. 14 and Feb. 28, March 7 and March 21, and April 4, 2018.

E:K AIARE Level 1 is a three-day introduction course to avalanche phenomena. Ongoing sessions will be offered throughout the winter until April 1.

E:K Steeps focuses on the unique Kirkwood terrain and offers the exploration and skill development it takes to successfully ski/ride these areas with confidence. It will be offered on Jan. 13, Feb. 17 and March 17.

E:K Ladies Only Clinic is open to intermediate and advanced skiers and riders. It is offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 27 and April 7.

E:K Freeride Workshop is designed to take intermediate and expert skiers/riders to the next level. It is offered on Feb. 24 and March 10.

E:K Backcountry Workshop is an introduction to avalanche awareness and will create a solid foundation on which to build skills for the AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Certificate Course. It is offered on Jan. 20, Feb. 3 and March 24. | kirkwood.com

Shreddit Showdown accepting films Truckee Granite Chief ’s fifth annual Shreddit Showdown Ski Movie Contest is accepting 3-minute ski movies from Feb. 15 to 25.

Film categories include Adult, Teen Grom and Filmmaker. Award categories include Grand, Second, Third, People’s Choice and Silver Bullet. Prizes range from skis and boots to an avalanche airbag. The Shreddie Awards will be on March 8 at Tahoe City Art Haus & Cinema. | granitechief.com

Competition must-sees Homewood Homewood Mountain Resort hosts the Homewood Bound Touring Race on Jan. 28 from 7 to 10 a.m. in partnership with U.S. Ski Mountaineering Association.

Competitors will face a challenging course, traversing the mountain with multiple climb/ descent sections, boot scrambles and more.

The course covers the majority of the resort.

Divisions include men’s and women’s open in splitboarding and men’s and women’s Under 17, Open and Over 45 in skiing.

Final registration is the day before; skiers are recommended to pre-register online.

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Marked route follows old logging roads and Cabin Creek Road for 3 to 6 miles. The terrain has gentle, rolling slopes.

Cabin Creek Road south of Truckee on Highway 89. The unmarked trailhead is 1 mile from the highway. Limited parking is available in a road cut, when plowed.

On Mount Rose high above Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Meadows offers an expansive area where skiers can stretch their legs. Head up Highway 431 from Incline Village until you reach the meadows before the summit. South side designated for skiers and snowshoers, while the north side is designated for snowmobilers. Heavy weekend use.

The park is mostly flat and open year-round. Skiers can enjoy the forests and boulder fields, glide down to the lake and meander through the park. Unmarked, 9.6-km, skier-packed trail starting near the Emigrant Trail Museum.

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Easy to advanced | (530) 994-3401 or fs.usda.gov Marked routes with 110 miles of groomed trails follow roads to Webber Lake and Yuba Pass, Rim and Ridge Loops, Bald Ridge Loop and Treasure Mountain, Pass Creek Loop, Independence Lake Loop, Meadow Lake Loop and Jackson Meadow. Trailhead at Jackson Meadow Road, 14 miles north of Truckee on Highway 89. Overnight camping OK in parking area. Heavy use.*

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Moderate to advanced | clairtappaanlodge.com A marked Nordic ski trail begins at the Castle Peak/Boreal interchange on Donner Summit off Interstate 80, west of Truckee. Take the Castle Peak exit and follow it for one-quarter mile to the intersection for the trailhead to the north. Follow unmarked trail to Peter Grubb Hut. Overnight parking available at the Sno-Park*. For overnight stays at the hut, call (530) 426-3632 for reservations.

POLE CREEK TRAIL SYSTEM Easy to strenuous

Unmarked trails follow roads along Pole Creek and Silver Creek Drainages. Trailhead 6 miles south of Truckee on Highway 89. Some parking on west side of highway.

Meeks Meadows on the West Shore off Highway 89 offers a vast area to ski. The trailhead is across from the Meeks Bay Fire Station; look for the log cabin with red trim. Follow the U.S. Forest Service road or meander through the meadow and down to Meeks Creek.

SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK

Easy to moderate | (530) 525-7982 or parks.ca.gov The Ed Z’berg/Sugar Pine Point State Park is a spectacular spot to cross-country ski or snowshoe among the dense forests of the West Shore or along Lake Tahoe’s shores.

The park offers more than 18 km of marked ski trails. Three groomed trails begin at the campground, 9 miles south of Tahoe City, with two skier-packed trails on the lake side of the park, accessed from the Day Use entrance. Winter camping available. Guided tours and programs. TART

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Steep canyon and side slopes at lower end of trail with 7 miles of groomed access. Upper elevations feature ridges and bowls. Route follows Rattlesnake Road to Magonigal Summit. Trailhead at Cisco Grove exit north off Interstate 80.*

Developed for beginners, this well-marked series of trails allows skiers to explore the area. Terrain is mostly flat and is good for the entire family. Take Highway 89 to Cathedral Road and park in the Sno-Park. Marked trails start at the parking lot with three trails near Fallen Leaf Lake. On the lake side of Highway 89, follow the road to access the Tallac Historic Trail.*

Brockway Summit off Highway 267 offers an abundance of areas to ski with turnouts on both sides of the highway where Nordic skiers and snowshoers can follow logging and utility roads. For snowmobilers, the best access and limited parking about one-quarter mile north of Brockway Summit below the top of Highway 267 on the Truckee side.

No groomed trails, but many old lumber roads exist. Take a good map, as it’s easy to become turned around.

PAGE MEADOWS Easy to moderate

Ski or snowshoe along an old road that meanders through a forest and into a cluster of meadows. Take Highway 89 south from Tahoe City, then turn right on Pine Avenue and right on Tahoe Park Heights Road. At the crest of the hill, take the middle fork, which becomes Big Pine Road, then take a left on Silver Tip. The parking area is at the top of the road.

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Sno-park on the south side of Highway 88 at Blue Lakes Road. Much of Hope Valley is open to snowmobiling, but some areas are not; stay in designated areas. Ungroomed routes to Willow Creek (8.5 miles) and Tamarack Lake (1 mile) and groomed routes to Blue Lakes (11.5 miles) and Forestdale (3.5 miles). Stage from Hope Valley Sno-Park.*

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Alternately, you can continue west through a meadow for 1.5 miles, then head south (a left) onto the Lunch Creek Ski Trail 1.25 miles, then north (a left) on 3 Knobs Trail for 1.5 miles. 3 Knobs Trail ends back at the snowmobile trail. Snowmobilers can head north from the branch 1 mile in and travel through Gold Lake Highway. Then, head south to Bassett’s or north to Gold Lake. This route offers a variety of terrain and beautiful views of the Sierra Buttes and the Lakes Basin. More than 100 miles of trails. Take Highway 89 north of Truckee, and then take Highway 49 to Yuba Pass. Trailhead parking is 6 miles east of Bassett’s Station.*

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BY MARK McLAUGHLIN

1 938 | T h e B i g g e s t W i n t e r o f A l l , P a r t I Tahoe. Conditions were even worse near South Lake Tahoe where a roaring wall of water swept down Glen Alpine Canyon near Fallen Leaf Lake carrying away homes and a long section of roadway.

Nearly 10 inches of rain fell in the Tahoe Basin, which raised the lake 9 inches

Mild temperatures during the first portion of that winter stymied the development of an early season snowpack; an unusual start for a winter that would ultimately become the snowiest of record at Donner Pass.

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he winter of 1938 pummeled the Tahoe Sierra 80 years ago, but just like last season, forecasters and residents never saw it coming. Similar to 2016-17, the winter of 1938 started off with a mild, wet weather pattern that left little snow in the mountains. But even January 2017’s overwhelming snowfall was exceeded in 1938, when a barrage of intense, cold storms dumped nearly 29 feet of snow in just 14 days. The 819 inches – 68.3 feet – of snow measured near Donner Pass that year is still the greatest seasonal snowfall ever recorded there. The 68 inches of precipitation tallied in 1938 ranks No. 31 in the wettest winter category.

Most winters in the Tahoe region exhibit a roller coaster ride of sun and storm, with an eventual accumulation of about 34 feet of snow at Donner Summit’s 7,000-foot elevation. And, similar to last winter, 1938 opened with powerful atmospheric rivers that deluged the region with rain and high-elevation snow, followed by a surge of colder storms from the Gulf of Alaska.

Weather conditions were damp with warmer-than-normal temperatures during the fall months of 1937, but nothing really out of the ordinary. The term El Niño hadn’t been coined yet, but warmer seasurface temperatures and a strong positive ENSO (El Niño and Southern Oscillation) atmospheric event were joining forces in the Pacific Ocean. Mild temperatures during the first portion of that winter stymied the development of an early season snowpack; an unusual start for a winter that would ultimately become the snowiest of record at Donner Pass. In contrast, 2017’s record-setting seasonal precipitation was influenced by a moderate-to-strong La Niña event, where sea temperatures are cooler than average.

It wasn’t until mid-December 1937 that the first major low-pressure system swept in off the ocean. It initially produced nearly 3 feet of snow on the higher peaks, but the snow changed to rain as the storm tapped subtropical moisture. Temperatures began to rise as did snow levels. One surge of moisture unloaded 5 inches of rain on Donner 18

1938 Tahoe City. | Courtesy North Lake Tahoe Historical Society

Pass in just 24 hours. Snow was relegated to elevations of 8,000 feet and above.

Driven by gale-force winds, the pelting rain transformed portions of trans-Sierra Highway 40 into a raging river and shut down all automobile traffic. Gullies and streams filled beyond capacity, and rushing water west of the Sierra crest ripped out 180 feet of train track near Emigrant Gap, temporarily terminating train travel, too.

Torrential rain drenched the Sierra for three days. The mass wasting of mountainsides wiped out power and telephone lines region wide. Rampaging water washed out the road connecting Tahoe City with Truckee. Blackwood Creek on Tahoe’s West Shore overflowed its banks, inundating industrialist Henry J. Kaiser’s $250,000 estate with more than 6 feet of mud and debris.

Known as the father of modern American shipbuilding, Kaiser was just one of many wealthy entrepreneurs who owned elegant summer estates on the West Shore at Lake

in just 72 hours — a pretty impressive volume of water when you consider that just one-tenth of an inch from the lake is enough to supply 3.3 million Americans their daily water needs.

A fair and cold weather pattern followed the tropical deluge. It lasted for three weeks, which gave work crews the opportunity to repair roads, power and telephone lines. On Jan. 6, 1938, the Placerville Road between South Lake Tahoe and California was finally reopened after being closed 27 days by huge rock slides. The snowpack at Donner Pass was a paltry 11 inches, but winter was far from over and the worst was yet to come.

At the end of January, a deep lowpressure trough anchored itself off the Oregon Coast. Energized by the subpolar jet stream, it drew in cold unstable air from the Gulf of Alaska. This atmospheric pattern drove a barrage of much colder storms into northern California. These potent frontal systems hit the mountains hard and fast. Heavy snowfall combined with winds gusting to 100 mph at Donner Pass generated blizzard conditions. Winter may have arrived late, but this siege of extreme weather would last for the next 21 days.

As cold fronts pin-wheeled into the region, communities throughout the Sierra were inundated. Soda Springs at 7,000 feet

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was hammered with 28 inches of snow in just 12 hours. Higher elevations were buried with nearly 12 feet in less than a week. Blinding snow, avalanches and drifts reduced Highway 40 to staggered one-way traffic until it was finally closed for good.

By Feb. 5, the snowpack at Donner Pass had ballooned to 16 feet.

More than 9 feet of snow in one week closed the road from Tahoe City to Truckee. At that point Tahoe City locals lost contact with their main supplier of fresh food, medicine, newspapers and mail. During the busy summer months, Southern Pacific Railroad operated the Lake Tahoe Railway for tourists heading to the lake. In the winter, however, when passengers were few and far between, the company used horse-drawn sleighs to haul mail, food and goods to Tahoe residents on the North and West Shores. The deep snow along the Truckee River proved an overwhelming obstacle for the horses. Even Tahoe City’s legendary dog-sled driving constable, Harry Johanson, failed to reach Truckee for supplies when his team of canines floundered in the bottomless powder.

Travel by boat around Lake Tahoe was possible, but there was virtually no way to escape the basin. Suffering from cabin fever, a Mr. Morris took a boat from Zephyr Cove to Tahoe City. He wrote: “I have spent some time at sea, but I never saw such conditions as existed on Lake Tahoe.

The boat was covered in ice as the waves piled over us. Visibility was so poor that all of the steering was done by compass, but we arrived safely.” He reported snow so deep on Tahoe’s West Shore, “that it was barely possible to see the third story dormers of Chamber’s Lodge.” By Valentine’s Day, it was nearly 20 feet deep at Donner Pass — and still snowing.

Stay tuned for Part II in the next edition and at TheTahoeWeekly.com.  Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin is a nationally published author and professional speaker. His award-winning books are available at local stores or at thestormking.com. You may reach him at mark@ thestormking.com. Check out his blog at tahoenuggets.com or read more at TheTahoeWeekly.com.

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Nostalgia

SNOW MEANS GOOD MONEY The deep snow was a blessing for teenage boys looking to make money during the winter of 1938. Most of the able-bodied men in Truckee were in great demand to shovel roofs for expensive homes and estates in the Lake Tahoe area.

The men were paid premium wages for their work, which left jobs open for kids in Truckee who could earn 50 cents an hour shoveling snow from downtown businesses. At the time the prevailing wage for teenagers who worked at service stations or movie theaters was about 32 cents per hour.

Photograph and caption are from Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin’s award-winning book, “SNOWBOUND! Legendary Winters of the Tahoe Sierra” available in stores or at thestormking.com.

Courtesy Truckee Donner Historical Society

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John Dayberry surveys Snowshoe Thompson’s skis at the El Dorado County Museum.

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ohn Dayberry wants to make sure that the history of early Sierra Nevada mountaineering isn’t easily forgotten. He is using his experience in wood-shop instruction, environmental restoration, back-country skishop management in Hope Valley and a drive to share indigenous wisdom in the modern age to document that history.

“SST-X” is a home-grown documentary film project to preserve Tahoe Sierra mountaineering heritage that goes back hundreds of years.

On an archeological quest to learn about the early mountaineers in the Eastern Sierra, Dayberry started reading books on Snowshoe Thompson, aka John Albert Thompson, who delivered mail in the snowy mountains of the Sierra in the 1800s, as well as the history of back-country skiing and the indigenous Washoe who were at the forefront of a sport that has gained great popularity today. “SST-X” stands for Snowshoe Thompson Expedition.

Snowshoe’s preferred mode of transportation to deliver the goods was a 10-foot pair of wooden snow skis to get across the Sierra and a single pole used to propel and navigate. There is no record of Snowshoe receiving payment for his early U.S. Postal Service work, but he did make a name for himself in American skiing.

“In the 1990s, I really started to research this and 5 years ago began

ON FILM

“I’ve been working with the natives to try to get the younger generation to understand what the earlier generation went through in trekking across over to Hope Valley and Carson Pass to get salmon, smoke it and take it back over the hill,” he says.

Other routes included in his documentary are the Kit Carson Trail and Donner Pass. John C. Fremont, a U.S. Army Corps lieutenant commissioned by the government to explore the unmapped territory of the Pacific Northwest. “We are helping to heal the tribes when we start recognizing them.

The most rewarding work I’ve ever done is in cultural

putting the data together. Two years ago, I decided to start working on a documentary and interviewing the Washoe elders,”

As an avid telemarker, Dayberry tried to figure out Snowshoe’s delivery route and realized that the guy went everywhere. Thus the “SST-X” project was born in an attempt to re-create his route on early ski equipment.

Washoe in traditional rabbit fur robes.

Legendary Dave Beck, pioneer of the Sierra High Route.

“In the 1990s, I really started to research this and 5 years ago began putting the data together.

Two years ago, I decided to start working on a documentary and interviewing the Washoe elders,” Dayberry says. “There are many facets to the ‘SST-X’ project. Around the time that the Gold Rush was happening in the 1850s, Snowshoe came out West and started carrying the mail from Genoa, Nev., to Placerville. It was a three-day trek since the Pony Express couldn’t get over the mountain. They handed the mail off to Snowshoe.”

Ty Dayberry at the Johnsville Longboard races.

In Dayberry’s attempt to answer the questions of how early settlers and Native Americans navigated the Sierra Nevada, he began revitalizing the original snowshoes and canoes to use in his own re-creation of the expedition.

revitalization,” he says. “There are amazing stories from the Washoe elders, ones you don’t find in history books.”

The “SST-X” documentary is currently at 1 hour, 20 minutes and Dayberry and his crew are in the process of finalizing the trailer and trying to drum Explore the rocky crags up funds for additional research. He is currently at Fontanillis Lake and planning races with the “SST-X” Longboard TeamDicks Peak. and a demo day at Sierra-at-Tahoe.  For additional information about the “SST-X” film, expedition, upcoming races and fundraisers, visit facebook.com/sstxfilm/.

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THE ARTS

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t all began in the San Fernando Valley town of Sylmar where Randall “Sparky” Kramer grew up making his own toys.

“My parents bought me a tool kit when I was 6 or 7,” he says. “Then my mom took me around construction sites to gather wood in order to build airplanes, trucks, guns and anything else boys like to make.”

Kramer first started playing guitar when he was in junior high school. After graduating from college in Riverside, he spent several transient years as a river guide, picking up the mandolin along the way.

“We played music by the campfire every night,” he says. “There were always lots of musicians in our community, so I was never alone.”

In 1983, he moved to Truckee where he built his home and shop in the newly developed Sierra Meadows neighborhood and opened Sparcaloni & Kramer Fine Woodworking.

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“Unsettled” Nevada Museum of Art | Until Jan. 21

Jessica Gengenbach McKinley Arts & Culture Center Until Jan. 26

“Hidden in Plain Sight” Truckee Rec. Center | Until Feb.

Joan Arrizabalaga UNR Church Fine Arts | Until Feb. 23

Fab ‘n’ Funky North Tahoe Arts Center | Until Feb. 28

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Randall Kramer at work in his Truckee studio.

guitars lies in a special technique of graphing resonance patterns invented by German physicist and “father of acoustics,” Ernst Chladni. Using a single generator attached to a small speaker, Kramer produces sound waves of various frequencies.

By sprinkling “magic powder” (dust from the band saw) on the tops and bottoms of his guitars, he is able to uncover node lines in the cross grains and long grains of the wood.

“The dust settles in the low of the wave where there is no movement,” he says. “The trick is to avoid having the same resonance as the notes themselves.”

Kramer documents the Chladni readings

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“Inspirations”

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Randall Kramer’s love of woodworking and music led him to become a luthier.

Well over 6 feet tall with a snow-white goatee and thick glasses, Kramer emerges through his studio door with the sunlight glowing at his back. He takes me on a tour around his studio full of jigs, molding shapes and guitars, mandolins and banjos of all makes, ages and sizes.

After two decades of furniture building, the impeccable craftsman was at Millpond Music Festival to see stringed instrument legend Norman Blake perform with flatpicking master Tony Rice. There he met Mammoth-based luthier Mark Blanchard.

A luthier is someone who builds or repairs string instruments.

“Mark was there with the first six guitars he ever built,” Kramer says.

When Blanchard passed through Truckee on his way to guitar festivals west of the Sierra, he’d often visit Kramer. After one conversation where his friend mentioned he’d maybe like to teach guitar building, Kramer volunteered to be his first student.

“He chose me because he could teach guitar building and not woodworking,” says Kramer. “We did each step side by side.

The lessons basically equaled the price of the first guitar I made. At least I knew I’d have something that sounded good at the end of it.”

Right away Kramer went home and built his second guitar so he wouldn’t forget what he had learned.

“I took copious notes, but I think I called Mark every day during that second project,” says Kramer.

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from every guitar he’s ever made in a wellworn notebook, allowing him to build on his knowledge through each project.

He offers four custom guitar models. The Prairie Grass is popular with flatpickers.

“It’s got a bit of a dreadnought [a type of acoustic guitar body] sound but much better balanced with a fuller treble range,” he says. “Since most guitar plates are made with uniform thickness, they are going have a good treble or a good bass, but not both. I graduate my tops so they don’t run out of fullness and body. When you play my guitar on the 12th fret, it sounds great.

It’s all there.”

Kramer’s newest model called the Schoenberg Quartet features a 12-fret guitar with a 14-fret body shape. He built it for Schoenberg Guitars. It’s an altered throwback to the Martin 000 built from 1929 to 1933 when guitars were first starting to replace banjos as the primary rhythm instrument in popular American folk music.

Once a customer has chosen a guitar shape, he or she has the option of incorporating various types of wood into the neck, body and fretboard. Since 2006, Kramer’s guitars have been made from rosewood, koa, walnut, Adirondack spruce, mahogany, myrtlewood, zircote, Malaysian blackwood, redwood and cedar.

It’s been 10 years since he left behind a successful furniture-making business for fulltime lutherie, but, Kramer isn’t looking back.

“I love the intensity of getting it right,” he says. “It’s very zen that way. If you’re not focused, it’s a good time to sweep the floor.”

When he’s not busy in his shop, Kramer can be found playing mandolin with folk revival act, “Streets of Truckee.” The next performance is Jan. 20 at Art Truckee.  For more information, visit randallkramerguitars.com.

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Capital City Arts Initiative presents “Wish You Were Here” by painter Susanne Forestieri at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery until Jan. 18. Forestieri focuses her work on the figure and abstract images. She applies her expressive, impressionistic style to diverse subjects including showgirls, family portraits, New York City street scenes and landscapes. Oils, charcoal, pastels and pencil are her media of choice.

“Where I grew up, the sky was usually glimpsed between tall buildings, not the dominant feature of the landscape, but a column of blue. When I moved out west from New York City, I said, There’s so much sky. I loved it,” said Forestieri. | arts-initiative.org

Tahoe Art League members’ show South Lake Tahoe The Tahoe Art League, in conjunction with Lake Tahoe Community College, will be having a second annual art show — “The Tahoe Art League Presents” —

THE ARTS

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“Birthday Party” Susanne Forestieri | Carson City Courthouse from Jan. 13 through March 25 at the college. There will be an opening reception on Jan. 18 at 5 to 7 p.m. Tahoe Art League member, Les Allert, will also be having a show of his photographs in the Foyer Gallery. | talart.org

Art surplus for less Tahoe City North Tahoe Arts Fab ‘n’ Funky Art Clearance Sale Showing is until Feb. 28, 2018. Featured ARTisan Shop artists are

clearing out their inventories to offer a variety of arts and crafts at discounted prices. Works on sale include original paintings, pastels, watercolors, photography, jewelry and more. The showing will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. | northtahoearts.com or (530) 581-2787

Call for art Kings Beach The Stevenson Gallery and Spoken Color Art seek artwork for an exhibition.

All local, national and international artists — professional and amateur — will be considered in this call for art. The theme is human entity. Works in acrylic, color pencil, photography, mixed media, oils and watercolor, among media, will be considered. The deadline for submission is Jan. 26; the fee is $15. Artists will be notified by Feb. 9. The exhibition will run from March 1 to 31. Proceeds will go toward aiding Hand in Hand, an organization that provides assistance to those with chronic Lyme Disease. | spokencolorart.com

Truckee The Truckee Public Arts Commission hosts “Hidden in Plain Sight, Uncovering the Work of Truckee’s Secret Artists” at the Truckee Community Recreation Center through early February.

This unique exhibit features artists who haven’t otherwise shown their work – whether they consider themselves hobbyists or are working in a new medium, including two local student artists. Music from select members of the Truckee High Jazz Ensemble and refreshments will be part of the evening’s festivities. The event is free to the public. | tdrpd.org

Perceptions challenged Reno, Nev. “Empty Frontier: Narrative Drawings

by Jessica Gengenbach” is at Gallery West of McKinley Arts & Cultural Center until Jan. 26. The exhibit features narrative drawings re-examining the American frontier by wrestling with an idealized perception of the West instilled by popular culture and the harm that was caused in its settling. Gengenbach presents the dialogue between the idolized idea of the West and its true history through a muted palette of watercolor and colored pencil. | renoculture.com

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Get that glazed look Truckee Wheel/Hand Building Ceramics led by Susan Dorwart is at Truckee Community Art Center for ages 16 and older. The class is ongoing on Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m. This is a more advanced class with use of the wheel and hand-molding projects.

Learn to use coils and slabs and sculpture techniques. Pieces will be glazed with safe, lead-free glazes. The fee is $12 per class if paid monthly or $13 for drop-ins. There is a $3 materials fee due to the instructor at each class. | tdrpd.org

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South Lake Tahoe Benko Art Gallery announces a show of Bill Powell through Jan. 18. Powell enjoys drawing people from life with the intention of being as faithful as possible to his perception of the subject. His satisfaction in drawing comes when other elements show up that were not contrived and thus surprise, fascinate and engage

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Horoscopes 2018

Puzzles

FIRE

EARTH

AIR

WATER

Michael O’Connor is an astrologer, counselor and life coach | SunStarAstrology.com

Capricorn (Dec 21-Jan 19)

2018 stands to be a power year for you.

Many factors are lining-up to be in your favor. These will unfold progressively over the course of the year involving pivotal new beginnings on family and relationship fronts. Some of these positive factors have already begun, but may not be interpreted that way. Saturn entering your own sign can prove heavy and depressing. Knowing your direction will prove extra important; otherwise you could embark on a wayward path, perhaps linked to poor choices in friendships. So, consider making deliberate efforts to associate with leaders, movers and shakers who positively challenge you to new levels of achievement.

Aquarius (Jan 19-Feb 19)

Many changes are in store for you in 2018.

These will amount to important turning points and new beginnings. This will be true in terms of your lifestyle and even where you live. Expect to make major moves, both literal and figurative, this spring.

Already, changes in your public and professional life are underway. These may seem like a mixed blessing at times. Plan to persevere faithfully into a relative unknown despite uncertainties. However, back-up support is also indicated. As the year progresses, circumstances will push you to be more grounded and stable amidst a steady flow of measurable changes.

Trivia test

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Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)

7. FOOD & DRINK: What is hummus made of traditionally?

The cycles appear to be turning your way in 2018. Already you may notice that you are more confident regardless of what is happening in your life.

Starting even before the year is out, returns for prior efforts will begin rolling in and these will continue throughout 2018. Circumstances have directed you to be more sober and realistic regarding what is required of you to achieve your goals. Changes in your attitude, priorities and approaches will become increasingly evident by mid-spring and could include a healing process. Financial responsibilities could figure prominently. As the year progresses, your confidence levels should increase inspiring new creative interests.

8. GEOGRAPHY: Where is Fort Knox located in the United States?

1. SCIENCE: What is the first element on the Periodic Table?

2. MUSIC: What is the title of Disney’s theme song and who sang it in the movie “Pinocchio”?

3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the first president to live in the White House?

4. HISTORY: In what year did England, Scotland and Wales unite to form Great Britain?

5. CARTOONS: What type of dog is Scooby Doo in the “Scooby Doo” TV series?

6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many hearts does an octopus have?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What well-known pediatrician and author won a gold medal for rowing in the 1924 Olympics?

10. MOVIES: What was the name of the whale in the movie “Free Willy”?

Hocus Focus differences: 1. Cap is different, 2. Scarf is shorter, 3. Glove is smaller, 4. Shovel is turned, 5. Doghouse is missing, 6. Sign is missing.

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Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20)

Leo (Jul 22-Aug 23)

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)

Some promising cycles already underway and some to begin in 2018 will contribute to circumstances flowing in your favor. The real boon may well prove to be financial. If you have fallen behind or are in debt, this could be the year when you catch-up and perhaps even advance your position. It may take the better part of the year, however, so start early, set your intentions and outline a plan of action that covers each month, for example. In the shorter term, you are and have been in a cycle that is destined to dissolve old attitudes, self-concepts, and approaches and so on... that have served their time. Let go of reactions to control and protect what was. Cooperate with the process.

Taurus (Apr 20-May 21)

In 2017 both inspirations and perhaps some measure of necessity pushed you to take pioneering leads to enter new territory. This destiny theme will continue throughout 2018. Positively, your confidence levels have begun to rise. Yet, you are also now realizing that your work load has perhaps increased as well. This includes a rather steep learning curve that also requires both investment and the paying of dues, financial or otherwise. By mid-spring you will experience the next wave of changes which will occur in your public and professional life and there are good indications that these will prove financially advantageous. Adventure and something of a vision quest is also featured.

Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22)

New commitments, alliances and allegiances will emerge over the course of 2018. This will likely prove true especially closer to the end of the year but the momentum will build throughout. You will be the one to take the initiative to initiate new leads. Financial interests and concerns are prime motivations. Making key investments is also featured and these may have already begun. With these assertions comes a new level of responsibility and commitment. At worst, the choices you make could leave you wondering who you are and what constitutes your sense of purpose, so keep it in mind as you maneuver to advance your position.

You have arrived at an important juncture symbolic of major new beginnings. In some respects it will feel like a culmination, having reached the peak, perhaps arduously. This feat of achievement comes with its own set of sobering responsibilities. Amidst the possible elation, circumstances are pushing you to be focused and disciplined. Positively, you feel the power, your ambitions are running high, and you feel confident to push for the next level. Yet, you may be unclear about your direction and your priorities. Before 2018 ends, your focus will turn away from public accolade to what makes you feel happy, comfortable and secure, but which could include adventure.

Libra (Sep 22-Oct 22)

You have arrived at an important juncture. It will include facing your fears to lay claim to latent talents and hidden gifts of self-expression. This process will challenge you to become vulnerable. Honesty is the best policy in this regard. Why hide the fact that you have insecurities? When they are acknowledged and brought out into the light of conscious awareness their power is diminished and then, by way of deliberate action, you can vanquish them altogether. This process may take many months, so the sooner you begin the better.

The silver lining is that you will receive inspirations to design your course and be inventive.

Scorpio (Oct 22-Nov 21)

2017 represented the completion of a long and powerful metamorphosis of some kind. Already you have begun to break through and feel inspired to expand your horizons. This will involve a variety of interests and intellectual pursuits. By summer you will be on a dynamic and revolutionary roll, especially if you have cleared accumulated toxins and emotional baggage. If you are in doubt of this, you are wise to clear them now before Chiron enters Aries in April.

You could get serious about a new course of study and you will likely feel disciplined enough to follow through successfully. If you have already learned and earned your credentials, you will push to turn them into professional achievement.

Jupiter in your sign is already activating leaps of faith. Outer circumstances beyond your control are likely playing a big role. You will likely begin new courses of study which may take several years to complete. Before summer begins, major changes on relationship fronts will become apparent. These will have a direct effect on your core beliefs and the philosophies that you live by for the sake of feeling secure. The state and quality of your health and that of your lifestyle in general will also come up for review by mid-spring. It may prove wise to take action now and get a check-up, at least, to contribute to offsetting any unnecessary negative accumulations. Affirm: healthy is powerful and beautiful.

Gemini (May 21-Jun 21)

Looking back, 2017 was probably quite pleasant, upbeat and adventurous for you. You learned the importance of accepting things as they are. Now the tide is changing, is going out again. This began in October. Circumstances are already pushing you to be more faithful and forgiving and this trend will continue in 2018. You will also enter a new phase of change destined to transform you deeply. The result of this process could be you feeling better than ever, more refined, lighter, and freer. Prior notions and orientations to security, both material and emotional, will be replaced by new interpretations. These trends will continue beyond 2018 but they have already begun.

Sagittarius (Nov 21-Dec 21)

In 2018 you will be challenged to get more disciplined. This may include paying your dues somehow, such as tuition or membership fees… Changes in your usual rhythm and daily routine will also become increasingly apparent. You will yearn for stability and predictability. Positively, there are indications that you could achieve higher levels of health and fitness, so consider beginning now to associate pleasure to what will contribute to it, and pain to what will not.

Measurable changes will occur late in the year linked to risk and increase, yet will require you to leave worn-out traditions and attitudes behind.

January 11-24, 2018

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Puzzles

Strange but true

by Samantha Weaver

In the 17 century, a Frenchman opened a coffee shop in London and sold chocolate, newly imported from the Americas, for 10 to 15 shillings a pound. That may not sound like much until you learn that at the time, the going price of a pound gold was 20 to 30 shillings. th

Evidently it’s not just humans who associate a deeper voice with maturity (and desirability) in males. It seems that male owls try to appear more macho and attract females by lowering the tone of their hoots.

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The STRFKR Paradox STORY BY SEAN MCALINDIN

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JAN. 11 | THURSDAY

Jan. 21 | 8:30 p.m. | $18.35 | Cargo Concert Hall | Reno, Nev.

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STRFKR performs at Cargo in Reno, Nev., on Jan. 21.

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TRFKR frontman Josh Hodges doesn’t care what you think: “So, this is my new philosophy,” he says. “It just has to be fun. I don’t care what else happens.

I’m going to do whatever feels good.”

The video for the single, “Open Your Eyes,” from the indie band’s 2016 album, “Being No One, Going Nowhere,” is a perfect example of this attitude. The dreamy, hooky, synth-pop tune plays over a video of aliens who come to take over Earth from a trailer-bound desert dweller. Fortunately, he beats them in a best-out-of-five competition for the planet that involves moped racing, hotdog eating and a drinking contest. The images are seemingly unrelated to the song’s lyrics, which have more to do with death and loneliness than interplanetary throwdowns.

But it really doesn’t matter. The video was shot by Chris Birkmeier near the band’s Joshua Tree getaway cabin where they rehearse and record outside their home base in Los Angeles. It and the song are both genius — the absurdity of the collage makes it so.

Hodges came up with the name for the band while living in New York City during his “version of a young, starving artist thing” and working as a hired hand for bands on a Warped Tour spinoff.

When the impressionable young performer overheard some music executives talking about how they were literally starf***ers, it epitomized everything he had already grown to hate about the industry.

“The name came from that attitude of an industry trying get people to like you,” he says, yawning throughout the explanation as if tired of the question. “It was 24

“It just has to be fun. I don’t care what else happens. I’m going to do whatever feels good.”

–Josh Hodges the whole vibe of elevating yourself with something so shallow.”

When tiny Portland label Expunged Records offered Hodges a meager contract to record an album with his former band, he abandoned the Big Apple for his Pacific Northwest hometown. He made the record and played some shows around the area, but his interest in the project soon disintegrated in the midst of Portland’s burgeoning wave of hipsterdom.

“I didn’t like how it felt,” he says. “Even the music scene at the time was like high school with all these cool kids and stuff.

It felt like going backwards. So, I quit the band and started recording songs to play drums to in my basement.”

This is how Hodges created STRFKR on his own before adding in two regular bandmates. Rotating on drums, guitars and synths, the group quickly found popularity with their upbeat, yet philosophical sound.

“In the beginning I wanted to make the show something that if people didn’t like the music, they could at least dance and have fun that way,” says Hodges. “Then, I added more emotional weight so it was greater than minimal techno.”

Although STRFKR used to spell the name out in full, band members opted to use only consonants after getting some push back from Portland locals.

“We were getting angry letters from

parents and crazy people who were ripping down our concert posters, so it was just a work around,” Hodges says. “Shortening the name is a way to have our name on the festival posters and things like that. The FCC will fine radio hosts if they say it on air. It’s pretty absurd that everybody says the F-word, but what happens in your brain when you hear it is totally different. It’s still the same name as far as I’m concerned.”

In spite of his artistic eccentricities, Hodges’ music has been featured in commercial advertisements for brands such as Target, as well as for numerous television shows and movies, most notably the 2014 teen hit “The Fault in Our Stars.” It’s a contradiction of which he is well aware.

“These day there’s a weird mix of commercialism and capitalism in art,” he says. “I could imagine making art for nothing in mind, but it’s not like it used to be where fans would buy records and bands could make a living off that. I think in a utopian world we wouldn’t have to worry about where we’re going to get food and our basic needs met, but in the world we live in, you have to survive. I’d rather have to play music to make money than work at Starbucks. And what that means now is having to sell songs to things.”  For more information, visit strfkr.com. To purchase tickets, visit cargoreno.com.

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JG Trio McP’s Pub 8 p.m.

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C A L E N D A R | JANUARY 11-25, 2018 Holly Sternberg Nakoma 5 p.m.

Jenn Rogar Duo Cottonwood 7 p.m.

Pete Charles & Gary Stutz Auld Dubliner 7 p.m.

Tahoe Dance Band South Lake Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m.

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Eight Dollar Mountain & Lost Whiskey Engine Alibi Ale Truckee 9 p.m.

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DJ Parties Live DJ Tamarack Lodge 3:30 p.m.

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Open Mic & Karaoke Punk Rock Karaoke Tourist Club 9 p.m.

MontBleu 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance Urban Jazz Dance Truckee High School 7 p.m.

“Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

Chris Franjola w/Jesus Trejo The Improv 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND All In Atlantis 4 p.m.

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Jack Di Carlo Gold Hill Hotel 5:30 p.m.

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Corky Bennett Reno Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Just Us Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m.

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Englebert Humperdinck Grand Sierra 9 p.m.

Zepparella Studio on 4th 9 p.m.

Rebekah Chase Boomtown 9 p.m.

Nathan Owens Band Circus Circus 9 p.m.

Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

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DJ Parties DJ Bobby G Polo Lounge 9 p.m.

DJ Bebop Martinez Living the Good Life 9 p.m.

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The Loft at Heavenly FROM BURLESQUE TO MAGIC S T O R Y B Y P R I YA H U T N E R

Magician Robert Hall is featured at The Loft at Heavenly with shows daily. | Courtesy The Loft

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aul Reder is no stranger to Tahoe entertainment. As the former vice president of entertainment at Caesar’s in Stateline, Nev., Reder has produced music festivals such as Bass Camp Festival, Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival and the Lake Tahoe Bluegrass Festival. A quintessential Burner — he’s been attending Burning Man for years — he took on a new theme camp called the Yacht Club, which features the art car “Christina” salvaged from the bottom of Lake Tahoe.

“ We built a hip steampunk meets old vaudeville theater. It’s like an old Chicago speakeasy with a Tahoe feel. We used local reclaimed wood and wood tones with Edison bulbs.” –Paul Reder His latest project is The Loft at Heavenly, a dinner club, theater and lounge open 365 nights a year. The acclaimed “Magic Fusion” show, “ElectroSwing Burlesque” and the singer-songwriter series are offered there. Reder has created a venue that offers both familyfriendly evening events, late-night dancing and a supper club featuring Italian cuisine.

“I put it out there in the zeitgeist that I could find a home for the magic shows,” says Reder.

Shortly thereafter he received a call from a developer at Heavenly Village about a space that was available. When Reder arrived at the space, he found it filled with stuff.

“It was wall to ceiling boxes. All of the shops were using it as storage. There were boxes of T-shirts and manikins,” he said.

The 30-foot ceilings had potential.

Reder partnered with long-time friend and associate Matt Stegmueller, who had a background in construction, and together they envisioned a dream.

“We built a hip steampunk meets old vaudeville theater. It’s like an old Chicago speakeasy with a Tahoe feel. We used lo-

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cal reclaimed wood and wood tones with Edison bulbs,” Reder says. In the end, there was the theater, an ultra lounge and dinner club that transforms into a nightclub after 10:30 p.m.

Reder had built out a number of Stateline venues including Opal Ultra Lounge at MontBleu Resort Casino and Club Nero at the old Caesars Tahoe.

“All of the experience in the entertainment, restaurant and nightclubs led me to The Loft,” says Reder. “It’s reminiscent of Harlem at B.B. King’s place or New Orleans. It’s another touch of culture we’re trying to bring to the market.”

The Loft has hosted Tibetan monks and psychic mediums. It opens the door for community events and fundraisers.

“We want to get involved with as much community service as possible and create a sense of community. We want The Loft to be a community project,” he says.

Saturday nights The Loft offers Deep House Lounge with DJ Roger That! starting at 10:30 p.m. There is no cover charge.

Guests can relax on the sofas, next to a fire pit or dance into the wee hours. In fact, there is something happening in the lounge almost every night of the week for ages 18 and older: Live Jazz Mondays, Trivia Night Tuesdays, Wine Wednesdays and Lipstick Lounge Thursdays. For kids, there’s Kids Free Matinee Sundays for “Magic Fusion.”

“Our magic shows are a great place for families. People come to Tahoe and want to do something in the evening and there isn’t much for families to do at night. Magic spans all demographics and languages. Everyone enjoys a good magic show,” he says. “The theater lends itself both visually and acoustically to artists and shows.” Magic shows are seven nights a week; some days two shows are offered.

On Jan. 19, The Loft hosts its first international movie premiere: “Aeffetto Domino.” The movie, about life and transformation, is a story of Lorenzo. His state of health changes his existence, causing a domino effect in his life and in the lives of people he loves. Director Fabio Massa will be on hand to meet and greet the audience.

In the new year, The Loft will offer more ElectroSwing Burlesque shows, a Sunday gospel brunch with unlimited mimosas and gospel music, a vibrant singer-songwriter series, comedy shows and sports events.

Located on the east side of Heavenly Village, the upstairs is 6,000 square feet with a 3,000-square-foot deck outdoors that overlooks the ice-skating rink.  For more information on upcoming performances or for tickets, visit thelofttahoe.com.

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Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Kick Atlantis 10 p.m.

Left of Centre Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties Living the Good Life 9 p.m.

DJ I Harrah’s 9 p.m.

DJ Roni V Eldorado 9 p.m.

DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 9 p.m.

DJ Chris English El Jefe’s 9:30 p.m.

Country Music Nights Grand Sierra 10 p.m.

DJ Spryte Peppermill 10 p.m.

DJ Travis Ha Silver Legacy 10:30 p.m.

DJ Montague Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

Karaoke The Point 9 p.m.

Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance DC Ervin Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Quinn Dahle Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

“Small Engine Repair” Restless Artists Theatre 7:30 p.m.

Take Five-Making Art in Reno Brüka Theatre 8 p.m.

Essence Harrah’s 10 p.m.

JAN. 14 | SUNDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE The Humidors Kirkwood Village Plaza 12 p.m.

Truth Cartel Village at Squaw 2 p.m.

TOCCATA Brroque Masters St. Patrick’s Incline Village 3 p.m.

Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m.

Ron’s Garage McP’s Pub 7 p.m.

Carolyn Dolan w/Peter Supersano Harrah’s 8 p.m.

Andre Nickatina Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m.

DJ Parties Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m.

DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Pastime Club 9:30 p.m.

Karaoke w/Andrew The Grid 9:30 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 4:30 & 7 p.m.

Chris Franjola w/Jesus Trejo The Improv 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Judith Ames chez louie 10 a.m.

Tristan Selzler Brasserie St. James 12 p.m.

Sunday Jazz Wild River Grille 2 p.m.

Reno Phil Classix Three Pioneer Center 4 p.m.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Tom Stryker’s Impromptu Genoa Lake Country Club 5 p.m.

Deep Groove Red Dog Saloon 5:30 p.m.

Max Minardi Peppermill 6 p.m.

Gary Douglas Boomtown 6 p.m.

John Shipley Gold Hill Hotel 6:30 p.m.

Royce The Point 7 p.m.

Kick Atlantis 8 p.m.

Night Animals, Local Anthology Jub Jub’s 8 p.m.

Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Left of Centre Eldorado 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Premier Karaoke Show The Point 6:30 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Small Engine Repair” Restless Artists Theatre 2 p.m.

Quinn Dahle Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.

JAN. 15 | MONDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 3 p.m.

Ike & Martin Homewood 4 p.m.

Bluegrass Open Jam Alibi Ale Truckee 6 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke Auld Dubliner 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND CW & Mr. Spoons Comma Coffee 12 p.m.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Tandymonium Boomtown 6 p.m.

Max Minardi Peppermill 6 p.m.

Melissa Dru Atlantis 8 p.m.

Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Java Jungle 7 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 9:30 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 10 p.m.

JAN. 16 | TUESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Glen Smith McP’s Pub 8 p.m.

Buddy Emmer Band Harrah’s 8 p.m.

DJ Parties Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 10 p.m.

DJ Keenan Whiskey Dicks 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Tunesday Open Mic Brewforia 8 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Max Minardi Peppermill 6 p.m.

Tyler Stafford Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m.

The Deputys Boomtown 6 p.m.

Canyon White Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m.

Tune-in Tuesdays Ceol Irish Pub 7 p.m.

Reno Phil Classix Three Pioneer Center 7:30 p.m.

DG Kicks Big Band 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m.

Melissa Dru Atlantis 8 p.m.

Bobbie & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Chris English Eldorado 10 p.m.

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KALIMBA, THE SPIRIT OF

EARTH WIND & FIRE Jan. 19 | 8 p.m.

Atlantis Casino Resort | Reno, Nev. EXPERIENCE THE infectious grooves of Kalimba, the ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire tribute band, led by vocalist Thomas “Chazz” Smith. The 10-piece band that includes a full horn and rhythm section delivers the greatest hits: “Shining Star,” “After the Love Has Gone,” “Sing a Song” and many more. This is a show not to be missed. | atlantiscasino.com

EIGHT DOLLAR MOUNTAIN

R&B

Open Mic & Karaoke Trey Valentine’s Backstage Karaoke Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

JAN. 17 | WEDNESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 3 p.m.

Bias & Dunn Blue Agave 5 p.m.

Ike & Martin “M.S. Dixie” 5:30 p.m.

Fish & JG McP’s Pub 8 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke Classic Cue 9 p.m.

Auld Dubliner 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

Ben Gleib w/Joe Praino The Improv 9 p.m.

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Theater, Comedy & Dance J. Chris Newberg Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m.

John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Ev Musselman Max’s Casino 6 p.m.

Max Minardi Peppermill 6 p.m.

Mike Furlong Boomtown 6 p.m.

Tyler Stafford Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m.

Jazz Jam Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m.

Corky Bennett Polo Lounge 7 p.m.

Terri & Craig Glen Eagles 7 p.m.

Rick Metz Blues Jam Sands Regency 7 p.m.

Melissa Dru Atlantis 8 p.m.

Live Blues The Saint 8 p.m.

Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

DJ Parties Bingo & Country Rock DJ Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Red Dog Saloon 7 p.m.

Open Mic Firkin & Fox 7 P.m.

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JAN. 18 | THURSDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m.

Aaron Oropeza Truckee Tavern 5 p.m.

Sierra Gypsies South Lake Brewing Co. 6 p.m.

JG Trio McP’s Pub 8 p.m.

DJ Parties Roger That! The Loft 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m.

Karaoke Fat Cat Bar 9 p.m.

Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 10 p.m.

Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m.

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ORGÖNE

ORGÖNE

AND CON BRIO

Jan. 13 | 9 p.m.

Crystal Bay Casino | Crystal Bay, Nev. ORGÖNE AND CON Brio join forces for hard-hitting R&B and funk. Orgöne delivers dirty California soul with heart — music that grabs your collar, pulls you to your feet and shoves you onto the dance floor. Con Brio heats up the night with vibrant Bay-Area funk and psychedelicsoul sound. The Humidors play the afterparty. | crystalbaycasino.com

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R&B/FUNK

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Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

Ben Gleib w/Joe Praino The Improv 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND

COMEDY

Jan. 13 | 7 p.m.

Grand Sierra Resort | Reno, Nev.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Tully Green Bella Fiore Wines 5:30 p.m.

Jason King Boomtown 6 p.m.

Dave Leather Sassafras 6:30 p.m.

Terri, Craig & Mick Glen Eagles 7 p.m.

Reckless Envy Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m.

Second Sons Peppermill 7 p.m.

Frank Perry Jazz Combo 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m.

MULTI-TALENTED comedian Tracy Morgan started his triumphant return to the Hollywood stage at the 2015 Emmy Awards and a visit to his old stomping grounds at “Saturday Night Live.” Audiences can look forward to the entertainer doing what he does best: bringing bag loads of funny to make people laugh in his “Picking Up the Pieces” tour. | montbleuresort.com

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JOE SATRIANI

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ROCK

Jan. 13 | 7 p.m.

Grand Sierra Resort | Reno, Nev. SINCE 1996, the legendary Joe Satriani has united with other rock-guitar virtuosos for the multi-guitarist traveling experience known as G3. The 2018 tour will feature Satriani with John Petrucci, founding member of Dream Theater and Phil Collen, lead guitarist of Def Leppard, on a nationwide tour including one spectacular night in Reno. | grandsierraresort.com 28

Melissa Dru Atlantis 8 p.m.

Cairo Knife Fight, Build Them to Break Jub Jub’s 8 p.m.

Bobbie & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Ivan Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 8:30 p.m.

Country Music Night Grand Sierra 10 p.m.

DJ Enfo & Twyman Peppermill 10 p.m.

DJ Montague Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

Karaoke The Point 8 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Small Engine Repair” Restless Artists Theatre 7:30 p.m.

J. Chris Newberg Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.

Special Events The Sheep Show Reno Sparks Convention Center

JAN. 19 | FRIDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 11 a.m.

Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m.

Patrick Walsh Sierra-at-Tahoe 5 p.m.

Mel Wade & Gia Nakoma 5 p.m.

Ike & Martin Jake’s on the Lake 6 p.m.

Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m.

Railroad Earth MontBleu 7 p.m.

Pete Charles & Gary Stutz Auld Dubliner 7 p.m.

Tahoe Dance Band South Lake Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m.

Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m.

Pat Ellis & Blue Frog Band McP’s Pub 9 p.m.

Lumbercat Music Bar of America 9:30 p.m.

Hunter & the Dirty Jacks Crystal Bay Club 10 p.m.

DJ Parties Live DJ Tamarack Lodge 3:30 p.m.

Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m.

DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Art Truckee 7 p.m.

Punk Rock Karaoke Tourist Club 9 p.m.

MontBleu 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

Electrify: Rock N Roll Burlesque Show Hard Rock 9 p.m.

Ben Gleib w/Joe Praino The Improv 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Melissa Dru Atlantis 4 p.m.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

The Starliters Boomtown 5 p.m.

Jack Di Carlo Gold Hill Hotel 5:30 p.m.

Craig, Terri, Rocky & D. Spiteri Glen Eagles 7 p.m.

Corky Bennett Reno Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Kalimba Atlantis 8 p.m.

Second Sons Peppermill 8 p.m.

Reckless Envy Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m.

Esham Jub Jub’s 8:30 p.m.

Hailie O’Ryan Band Circus Circus 9 p.m.

Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Mike Furlong Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

The Look Boomtown 9 p.m.

Just Us Atlantis 10 p.m.

Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Bebop Martinez Living the Good Life 9 p.m.

DJ Bobby G Polo Lounge 9 p.m.

DJ I Harrah’s 9 p.m.

Guest DJs St. James Infirmary 9 p.m.

DJ Travis Ha Silver Legacy 10 p.m.

DJ Mo Funk El Jefe’s 10 p.m.

DJ Roni V Eldorado 10 p.m.

DJ Romeo Reyes Lex Grand Sierra 10 p.m.

Country Music Nights Grand Sierra 10 p.m.

Boggan and guest DJs 1 up 10 p.m.

DJ Montague Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

Karaoke The Point 9 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Small Engine Repair” Restless Artists Theatre 7:30 p.m.

“Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 7:30 p.m.

J. Chris Newberg Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Special Events The Sheep Show Reno Sparks Convention Center

JAN. 20 | SATURDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Justin Ancheta Band Village at Squaw 2 p.m.

Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m.

Live music Hard Rock 4 p.m.

Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m.

Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m.

Saved by the 90s Harrah’s 8 p.m.

Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m.

Never 2L8 McP’s Pub 8 p.m.

Two Peace Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m.

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RENO & BEYOND Live music chez louie 10 a.m.

Tristan Selzler Brasserie St. James 12 p.m.

Sunday Jazz Wild River Grille 2 p.m.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Tom Stryker’s Impromptu Genoa Lake Country Club 5 p.m.

Deep Groove Red Dog Saloon 5:30 p.m.

Baldo Bobadilla Peppermill 6 p.m.

The Deputys Boomtown 6 p.m.

John Shipley Gold Hill Hotel 6:30 p.m.

Royce The Point 7 p.m.

Peter Supersano Reno Little Theater 7 p.m.

Just Us Atlantis 8 p.m.

Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

STRFKR Cargo 8:30 p.m.

Garage Boys Eldorado 10 p.m.

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Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Alibi AleWorks Truckee 7 p.m.

Karaoke Auld Dubliner 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

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RENO & BEYOND CW & Mr. Spoons Comma Coffee 12 p.m.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Baldo Bobadilla Peppermill 6 p.m.

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Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m.

Gonzology McP’s Pub 7 p.m.

DJ Parties Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m.

DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Pastime Club 9:30 p.m.

Karaoke w/Andrew The Grid 9:30 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 4:30 & 7 p.m.

Ben Gleib w/Joe Praino The Improv 9 p.m.

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Melissa Dru Atlantis 4 p.m.

Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

The Starliters Boomtown 5 p.m.

GHI Jazz Living the Good Life 6 p.m.

Corky Bennett Bavarian World 6 p.m.

Craig, Terri, Rocky & D. Spiteri Glen Eagles 7 p.m.

Krizz Kaliko Jub Jub’s 7 p.m.

Nghtmre, Quix & Parker Cargo 8 p.m.

Shlump The Bluebird 8 p.m.

3 Doors Down Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

Castaway Shea’s Tavern 8 p.m.

Reckless Envy Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m.

Second Sons Peppermill 8 p.m.

Hailie O’Ryan Band Circus Circus 9 p.m.

The Look Boomtown 9 p.m.

Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Mike Furlong Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Just Us Atlantis 10 p.m.

Ardalan 1 Up 10 p.m.

Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ I Harrah’s 9 p.m.

DJ Roni V Eldorado 9 p.m.

DJ EroticBuddha Studio on 4th 9 p.m.

DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 9 p.m.

DJ Chris English El Jefe’s 9:30 p.m.

DJ Travis Ha Silver Legacy 10:30 p.m.

Country Music Nights Grand Sierra 10 p.m.

DJ Montague Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

Karaoke The Point 9 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance Justin Rivera Pioneer Underground 3 p.m.

“Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 2 & 7:30 p.m.

Justin Rupple Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m.

“Small Engine Repair” Restless Artists Theatre 7:30 p.m.

J. Chris Newberg Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Michael Carbonaro Grand Sierra 8 p.m.

JAN. 21 | SUNDAY

DJ Parties DJ Ivan Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Premier Karaoke Show The Point 6:30 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Small Engine Repair” Restless Artists Theatre 2 p.m.

“Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 2 p.m.

J. Chris Newberg Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.

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RENO & BEYOND

Special Events The Sheep Show Reno Sparks Convention Center

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Lumbercat Music Bar of America 9:30 p.m.

Larry Bird’s Mustache Auld Dubliner 9:30 p.m.

Sneaky Creatures Crystal Bay Club 10 p.m.

DJ Parties Live DJ Big Blue View Bar 12 p.m.

Live DJ Tamarack Lodge 3:30 p.m.

Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m.

DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

Rookies 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke MontBleu 9 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Streets of Truckee” Art Truckee 5:30 p.m.

“Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

Electrify: Rock N Roll Burlesque Show Hard Rock 9 p.m.

Men Next Door MontBleu 9 p.m.

Ben Gleib w/Joe Praino The Improv 9 p.m.

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Easy Giant CHURNS OUT DREAMY EP STORY BY SEAN MCALINDIN

“Sierra Sierra” is Easy Giant’s third release in as many years.

JULY 30 | THURSDAY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 29

Tandymonium Boomtown 6 p.m.

Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

DJ Parties Amp Ent DJ Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Java Jungle 7 p.m.

Karaoke West 2nd Street 9:30 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 10 p.m.

JAN. 23 | TUESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE

ROCK

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he album, “Sierra Sierra,” starts out with a wavy synth gradually growing in volume until untamed drums crash 23 seconds in. Two bars later a cavalcade of keyboards paint the full texture of this snow-covered dream pop vision.

A lyrical delivery reminiscent of vintage Flaming Lips soon unfolds “House of the Wizard.” As per usual, I have no idea what Easy Giant architect Chris Emmington is actually saying — not that I care.

The second tune, “Mister Ray,” enters with a bluesy guitar riff and sawtooth synths below vocals layered with a sound that screams early-1960s pre-psychedelic, rock B sides.

This 18-minute EP is Easy Giant’s third release in as many years. What I love about Emmington’s writing streak is that he presents ideas simply for what they are.

Hooks, snippets, melodies and harmonies are constructed around a single theme without being overwrought, as if distilled

The final track, “Ethos,” takes off like a bat out of hell, harmonica blaring over a churning guitar lick and mad scientist skin thumping.

Easy Giant shouts into the vast void for anyone who might happen to hear.

The album was written, recorded and produced completely by Emmington at his apartment and studio in the central Oslo neighborhood called Grønland where he works as a music composer on an artist work visa.

“This release is a bit different because I just wasn’t originally intending on it,” he says. “I had just finished an album, ‘To the Moon,’ some months earlier and was plan-

Hooks, snippets, melodies and harmonies are constructed around a single theme without being overwrought, as if distilled by nighttime reverie from some forgotten castle in the sky. by nighttime reverie from some forgotten castle in the sky.

“Follow Me” repeats this same winning anti-formula by tagging a great line with a solid descending guitar lick and some truly inspired drumming that makes me wonder if Emmington has finally unleashed his inner animal.

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The ensuing track, “Like a Wolf,” comes in heavy on bass and drums beneath Emmington’s trademark stacked vocal harmonies, yet manages to achieve a welcoming sparseness in its swirling production.

“The Seeker” arrives with of circus of keyboards until a dirty trap beat raps us out into the spinning tapestry of this indie house burner.

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ning to release just a single, but then had some other songs fall into place. So that was cool to have some more stuff to share.”

Songs from the album have been featured in snowboarding icon Danny Davis’s Peace Park 2017 on ABC, Absinthe Film’s “Turbo Dojo” and in a Red Bull project by Norwegian pro mountain biker Mads André “Makken” Haugen.

“All those dudes rip,” says Emmington.

“I am very honored to be a part of any and all of those productions.”

After working multiple jobs and playing in numerous bands to stay afloat at Lake Tahoe, Emmington is on a tear since releasing his debut solo album as Easy Giant “Holy Wave” in 2015 and moving to Norway the following year. He already has demos laid out for a 2018 full-length LP. “I love to write music, man,” he says. “It’s by far my favorite thing to do. So, I guess that keeps me going. And just listening to a lot of music gets me pumped to make music. So I guess as long as I am getting fuel for the fire, the fire is going to stay hot.” | easygiantmusic.com 

Buddy Emmer Band Harrah’s 8 p.m.

Steve Brewer McP’s Pub 8 p.m.

DJ Parties Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 10 p.m.

DJ Keenan Whiskey Dicks 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Tunesday Open Mic Brewforia 8 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Baldo Bobadilla Peppermill 6 p.m.

Chihuahua Desert Boomtown 6 p.m.

JB Barton Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m.

Canyon White Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m.

Tune-in Tuesdays Ceol Irish Pub 7 p.m.

DG Kicks Big Band 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m.

Bobbie & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Chris English Eldorado 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Trey Valentine’s Backstage Karaoke Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

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Olive oil:

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Executive Chef Charles Wilson is assuming the helm for Edgewood’s three restaurants in Stateline, Nev., following the retirement of Frank Stagnaro, the executive chef for more than 25 years.

Wilson, a graduate of Le Chef Cordon Bleu Culinary College, has a long tenured career in resort destinations heading kitchens from the Caribbean to Chicago, Scottsdale, Hawaii and Newport Beach. For the past 13 years he called Las Vegas home base with positions at the MGM Grand, Paris, Bally’s Hotel & Casino, Caesars Palace and Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

A native of Austin, Texas, Wilson said his passion for the culinary arts was formed early on with the tutelage of his mother and grandmother.

“They taught me the beauty of simplicity, using fresh seasonal local produce, and letting the ingredients speak for themselves,” Wilson said in a press release. “In coming to Tahoe, I’m stepping into a great culinary program with a bountiful local following created by Chef Stagnaro. In 2018, I’m looking forward to regenerating menus to give locals and our guests additional flavor profiles to choose from among the three restaurants.” | edgewoodtahoe.com

Dinner by the light of the moon Alpine Meadows After the mountain closes and the winter moon rises, experience a snowshoe tour to the mid-mountain Chalet at Alpine Meadows. Enjoy an intimate seated dinner where guests will be served an Alps-inspired menu with dishes like potato cheese soup, chicken cordon bleu and apple strudel. Offered on Jan. 13 and 14, Feb. 17, 18 and 24, and March 10. | RSVP (800) 403-0206 CONTINUED ON PAGE 32

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Tahoe Oil & Spice has an amazing selection of olive oils | Priya Hutner

“ Sixty to 70 percent of extra-virgin olive oil on shelves in the supermarket are not extra virgin.”

–Natasha Weissman “It is the oil itself that sets us apart.

Many of the olive oils produced in America are often blended with other oils.

Kiklos uses the Koroneiki olive. We pick the olives at the right time and press it at the right time. The olives are cold pressed immediately after harvesting, which leads to the result of the product and its aroma,” said owner Jonathan Bassett.

He describes Kiklos as oil with a milder, yet robust kick. It can be found at the Tahoe Central Market in Kings Beach.

Look for the white bottle with a circle in the middle. “Kiklos means circle in Greek.

The circle represents the circle of life and the four seasons,” Bassett says. “Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet. It’s heart healthy, lowers high-blood pressure, is good for skin and nails and great for removing makeup. A shot of olive a day helps prevents colds and flus.”

OLIVE OIL TASTING Tahoe Oil & Spice in downtown Truckee was buzzing when I went in to meet owner Natasha Weissman. Rows and rows of oils in stainless steel containers lined the shelves. I tried the Herbs de Provence olive oil paired with a white pear balsamic and

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live oil is as varied as the mountains we ski on. It can be smooth and rich like a gentle green groomer or offer a sharp bite like a steep, icy run. Some oils have hints of citrus while others lend a peppery punch. Infused with herbs or other flavors, the oil takes on a whole other life. Whether it’s drizzled on salad and vegetables, lending itself to the beginnings of a savory sauce or used to marinate food, olive oil enhances everyday meals and takes up residence in every foodie’s cupboard.

It all started when a bottle of Kiklos Greek Olive Oil was delivered to my door. I opened the box and pulled out an attractive square, white bottle with a clear band of greenish oil peeking through glass at the bottom of the bottle. I uncorked the bottle and poured some oil over greens.

I dipped my finger into the silky oil and tasted it. It was spicy and peppery unlike many of the olive oils I was accustomed to. The flavor was so good I wanted to chat with the founder of Kiklos and see what set his olive oil apart from the thousands of other brands and types on the market.

Milanese Gremolata oil with honey-ginger balsamic — both were amazing. Weissman mixed lemon oil with a coconut balsamic, which was fabulous. The truffle oils were delicious and while I liked the white truffle oil, I loved the dark truffle oil.

“Sixty to 70 percent of extra-virgin olive oil on shelves in the supermarket are not extra virgin. Each month it sits on the shelves, the polyphenols of the oil decrease,” says Weissman. “Extra-virgin olive oil is the highest quality oil. The olives are pressed one time to extract the oil. Virgin olive oil is a lesser-quality oil. It’s deodorized.

Extra-light olive oil is of an even lesser quality of oil. It’s been extracted from olives more than once and uses a chemical process to make it.” She added that olive oil is high in polyphenols, which include

antioxidants and vitamins A, E and D. The olive oil comes from mainly Italy, Spain, Greece or California; people tend to lean toward Italian oils. According to Weissman, although, it’s not about where the oil comes from but about how it was made.

When it was harvested? How was it pressed? Harvesting young green olives, using a press method with a malaxer to grind the olives and then a centrifugal process, produces the best oils, she says.

There are several varietals of olives used for olive oil. Weissman likens it to wines.

The common olive in California is the Arbequina olive. Picual olives from Spain, Mission olives also from California and Cortina from Italy are commonly used for oil.

Tahoe Oil & Spice arranges its oils by polyphenol levels. They are lined up from mild to robust, peppery and pungent.

“The more peppery and pungent, the more health benefits you’ll find. Olive oil balances LDL and HDL cholesterol levels. Two tablespoons per day can balance levels in two months,” says Weissman.  Priya Hutner is a writer, health and wellness consultant, and natural foods chef. Her business, The Seasoned Sage, focuses on wellness, conscious eating and healthy living. She offers healthy organic meals for her clients. She may be reached at pria78@ gmail.com or visit theseasonedsage.com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com to read more. Click on the Local Flavor tab.

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Stella at Cedar House Sport Hotel in Truckee offers a Pop Up Dinner Series several times per month. Designed and formatted like a spirited dinner party, a Stella Pop Up event is an exploration into creative cooking. Guests are encouraged to walk around the kitchen, joining conversations that are free flowing and educational. The cost is $97 per person.

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Play to get s’more Kings Beach Get s’more out of Saturdays by visiting 12 participating Kings Beach restaurants and retailers. Each will offer something unexpected and extra. Track three or more visits and redeem a play card for a free s’mores kit at Las Panchitas outdoor patio. This gathering location will be filled with heaters and fire pits for s’mores roasting and socializing. The more businesses visited and tracked, the more chances to win raffle prizes valued at $3,000 — including a pair of skis. Get S’more Saturdays will take place on Jan. 20, Feb. 24, March 10 and 31 from 3 to 6 p.m. | northtahoebusiness.org

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Fridays are for tasting Olympic Valley Friday Night Tasting Notes at Plaza Bar is every Friday from Jan. 12 to April 20. Tantalize your taste buds with a tasting of craft beers or specialty spirits from selected breweries, wineries and distilleries from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Favorite local musicians will play every from 3 to 6 p.m. | squawalpine.com

Take a stroll along the river Reno, Nev. The Downtown Reno Wine Walk along the Truckee River in the Riverwalk District is from 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday of the month. Visit any of the participating Riverwalk District merchants to get a map of Wine Walk merchants.

Go to the participating merchant of your choice, and, for a $20 wine-tasting fee and valid photo ID, receive a wine glass and an ID bracelet to sample wine at any participating merchant. Strollers and pets are not advised because of large crowds.

Upcoming dates are on Jan. 20, Feb. 17 and March 17. | renoriver.org

Art of the Mixology Northstar Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe hosts Art of the Mixology during the winter. This entertaining, educational experience will feature freshly cut herbs, classic ingredients such as bitters and infused liquors to create three unique cocktails paired with appetizers. Dates are Sundays until April 8 from 4 to 5 p.m. The cost is $60 per person. Reservations are required. | ritzcarlton.com/laketahoe

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G R E AT W I N E S STORY BY LOU PHILLIPS

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W

e all have dreams — whether they are during slumber or consciously — for a better life. I’d also bet many of us dream for a better world and wonder what can be done to make it so.

Well, visualize a cartoon of your head exploding from a mind-blowing epiphany because right here and now I am going to give you a way to make some progress toward making your world a better place just by enjoying good vino. Got your attention?

There are many in the wine world who combine good works with good projects.

But, there are a select few for whom good works are a top priority — so much so that just by buying and enjoying their wines, we are contributing to improving the environment, benefitting children in need and improving life.

of security, shelter, food and education.

Mercy Multiplied, USA is one of her projects that benefits American girls struggling from abuse. If you have been drinking under a rock and haven’t tried her wines, winter is the perfect time to remedy that because the Shiraz has wonderful warm-yourbones quaffs. At the value end, try The Boxer and for a treat look for Blue Eyed Boy.

If you have been drinking under a rock and haven’t tried Mollydooker Wines, winter is the perfect time to remedy that because the Shiraz has wonderful warm-your-bones quaffs.

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If you want to practice some personal wine philanthropy, look at donating some wine from your cellar or buy some to give to your charity or nonprofit of choice.

Almost all will welcome your generosity because higher-valued wines can be auctioned at fundraising events and wines of any type can be used at fundraising dinners.

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I know that the wineries profiled here are committed to giving and I’ll briefly describe their main missions. I have also tasted the wines, some over multiple vintages, and can attest to their delicious factors.

First up is a project spearheaded by the very musical Dave Matthews. Dreaming Tree Wines combines his love of wine with his love of our planet. The Dreaming Tree has donated more than $1 million to environmental organizations such as The Wilderness Society and Livings Lands & Waters.

The winery that Matthews owns with Sean McKenzie also uses sustainable practices at all stages from the vineyard to the bottle.

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Owner/operator Sarah Marquis has made a life’s work of establishing and funding organizations that benefit children in need

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You always knew that enjoying vino feels great. Now you can add even more good vibrations to your wine journey.

Cheers to you.  Lou Phillips is a Level 3 Advanced Sommelier and his consulting business wineprowest.com assists in the selling, buying and managing wine collections. He may be reached at (775) 544-3435 or wineguru123@gmail. com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for more wine columns.

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Avocado and Sweet Pepper Stuffed Chicken is simple to make and easy to alter with other fillings, spices and herbs.

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ormally, I keep things simple for myself and will bake a couple thighs for dinner, so it is good to cook for others once in a while and get creative and this is a great dish for a dinner party.

I like a little heat with it; you can adjust this to your own preference. I also use cumin and a small amount of chipotle powder for season. You can also use poultry seasoning, rosemary and sweet basil. Let your imagination and your taste buds pick some of the ingredients and enjoy. 

“Let your taste buds pick some of the ingredients.”

Lately, chicken breasts have been pretty cheap so that was what we decided on.

There also were some great avocados that were ripe to the point of just starting to soften up and I had a half bag of sweet, mini peppers. It made the decision: avocado and sweet pepper stuffed chicken.

This recipe is simple to make and easy to alter with other fillings, spices and herbs.

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AVOCADO AND SWEET PEPPER STUFFED CHICKEN WITH GINGER LIME CREAM SAUCE From the kitchen of: Chef David “Smitty” Smith 4 chicken breasts, skin on 2 avocados, chopped ½ red onion, small-medium diced 1 T butter 1 red pepper, small-medium, diced (can use ½ red and ½ yellow or 6 assorted red, yellow and orange mini peppers) 1 jalapeño, fine diced 1 clove garlic, fine diced ½ t Worcestershire sauce ½ t lime juice, to taste ½ t nutmeg ½ t chili paste (optional) 1 T cilantro, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Cumin and chipotle powder for seasoning

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GINGER LIME CREAM SAUCE 2 oz. white wine 1½ T fresh ginger, fine diced 1 T cilantro, chopped Salt and pepper to taste

1 shallot, fine diced 1 C heavy cream 2 T grated parmesan cheese (optional)

First, make the filling. Sauté the onions on medium-high heat until they start to soften.

Add the peppers, garlic and jalapeños and let them sweat a little. Season with Worcestershire sauce, nutmeg, lime juice, chili paste, if wanted, and salt and pepper to taste. Start small with these ingredients. You want only a hint of the flavors and not to overpower the avocado.

Remove from the heat. Add the cilantro and set aside to cool. Slice a pocket into the thickest side of the chicken from the thinner side to the outside edge of the thicker side.

If the tenderloin is still on, pull it back out of the way leaving it attached.

Fill the pocket and pull the tenderloin back to cover the pocket opening. You can use butcher’s twine to help keep the pocket closed or handle it gently when placing it in the pan and when flipping. Pull the skin back and season with salt, pepper, cumin and a chipotle powder and replace the skin. The skin will help retain the moisture.

Brown skin side first on top of the stove, flip and finish in the oven at 350 F degrees.

Remove the chicken from pan and let it rest.

To make the sauce, place a pan on the stove and add the shallots, ginger and wine and let reduce using a wooden spoon to loosen all the chicken drippings until it is like a paste. Add the cream and reduce until it starts to thicken. Melt in the cheese to thicken more. Add the lime, salt and pepper to taste. Add the cilantro. Slice the chicken and serve with the sauce.

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