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NASTAR National Championship March 21 – 25
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While we were waiting for Mother Nature to deliver some substantial snowfalls to the Tahoe Sierra, Tahoe locals and visitors had the chance to explore Tahoe’s lesser-known snowsports. While Sean McAlindin explored ice dancing in Truckee and snowshoeing to Castle Peak for this edition, Anne Artoux headed out for fishing on Lake Tahoe (winter is the best season for fishing on the lake, by the way). I think Truckee Elementary School teacher Jane Miller put it best in our ice dancing feature, “If you live here, you should be able to do all the winter sports.” I completely agree. There are many sides of Tahoe and the best way to enjoy winter in Tahoe is to give them a try. Now that Mother Nature has delivered some January snowstorms with more on the way, enjoy our local ski areas, and then try your hand at ice dancing or snowshoeing.
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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. If Lake Tahoe were emptied, it would submerge California under 15 inches of water.
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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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Panoramic views of Lake Tahoe await on a snowshoe trek to Chickadee Ridge off Highway 431 on the North Shore. | Katherine E. Hill
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+. TART
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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EVENTS CALENDAR JANUARY 25-FEBRUARY 8, 2018
STORY & PHOTOS BY SEAN MCALINDIN
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lthough humans have been sliding on frozen surfaces in creative ways since keeping themselves amused during the early ice ages, ice dancing as a sport first officially began in mid-1800’s Vienna when skaters began emulating ballroom waltz techniques on skates. Popularity of the activity skyrocketed in 1930’s Great Britain and led to the establishment of the current sport. It was included as an official event in the 1952 World Championship in Paris and became an Olympic sport at the 1976 games in Montreal. Over time, the common style of ice dancing has become increasing fluid, artistic, speedy and theatrical. Brits Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean’s interpretation of Ravel’s “Bolero” earned perfect scores at the 1984 Sarajevo Olympics and has since been viewed as the iconic representation of modern ice dancing. As I stepped onto the Truckee ice rink
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Jane Miller and coach Kent Gustafson work on their Paso Doble.
Ice dancing is a fantastic way to get outside during the cold days of winter and learn an enjoyable activity amidst the warm companionship of others. on a crisp mid-January morning, it took me a moment to find my footing. The ice was smooth and clean in the cool winter air and gentle sunshine. As I slowly worked some laps around the rink, I noticed other skaters pairing up and moving seamlessly together as if one beautifully inspired creature. We all soon gathered together with coach Kent Gustafson who led us through the first three moves. The swing involves a 180-degree sweeping circular turn on one skate. The chassé requires one to make timed foot lifts look effortless. Then there’s the mohawk, a half-turn to face your partner while continuing your dance skating backwards. I attempted each step with mixed success and a beaming smile on my face. This would certainly take some work to perfect, but just being out on the ice brought out my inner child as my wife, Charlotte, and I drifted around the ice trying our best to look coordinated. Fortunately, as a former figure skater she made me look good, or at least I thought so.
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Reservoir, Prosser Reservoir, Coldstream Creek and Glenshire Pond. Karen Viel is a former Ice Capades star who teaches a dancing camp each May in South Lake Tahoe with a host of wellknown skaters including Charlie Tickner, Kimberly Navarro and Brent Bommentre. “It’s a very good outlet because you have to concentrate to stay upright and let go of everything else in your head,” says Viel. “There is freedom in the movement and partnership. It’s a nice feeling to be out there floating. It’s not just jumps and spins; it’s the feeling you get and the camaraderie that goes with it.”
O’Neill’s two-part presentation, “The Wildest Winter” and “The Road Less Travelled,” will feature two ski mountaineering adventures to remote, difficult and highly coveted high alpine peaks in the Sierra, Alaska and the Himalaya. The show is at 7 p.m. at Olympic Village Lodge and is sure to be an inspiring night with one of the world’s most elite ski mountaineers. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. A raffle with donations from Hilaree’s sponsors will benefit the Tahoe Food Hub. Tahoe Food Hub will host its Community Soup Night from 4:30 to 6 p.m., and Fireside Pizza will be offer dinner before the during the show, as well. All are welcome to attend, and no reservations are required. Read more about O’Neill’s adventures at TheTahoeWeekly.com. | alpenglowsports.com
Truckee Elementary School teacher Jane Miller and skating coach Kent Gustafson glide together in the foxtrot position.
‘The first time I stepped on the ice with a young ice dancer who’d just finished his career, we got out there and it felt like flying,” says Susan Duffy Smith. It’s an especially amusing treat during times of low snow when ice may be perfect. “What color’s that grass?” asks Jane Miller, pointing toward the regional park. “We live in the mountains and never know if it’s going to snow or not. If you live here, you should be able to do all the winter sports. We have so much water that freezes and lots of winter rinks. The more you get into community and learn the more you know. Soon, you may find yourself skating with an Olympian.” In Tahoe, the tight-knit community of ice dancers gathers at the rinks in Truckee, Northstar, Olympic Valley and South Lake, as well as outdoor spots such as Boca
Alpenglow Sports presents The North Face athlete Hilaree O’Neill in the fourth installment of the 12th annual Winter Film Series on Feb. 8.
Joe Reeley and Susan Duffy Smith ice dance in seamless unison.
Because of the glide of the movement, ice dancing is an activity people can continue to participate in even after other action sports become too rough on the body. “You can do it for a life long,” say Viel. “As a kid, I could jump and spin, but my body doesn’t like that anymore. We have 90-year-olds that skate with us. It’s a good way to plan a trip and be social.” Ice dancing lessons for ages 13 and older are offered in Truckee on Feb. 3, 10 and 17. For more information, visit tdrpd.org.
EVERY MONDAY
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
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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 or season pass. | tahoexc.org
Preschoolers wanted Kings Beach
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
Truckee Library hosts summer Story Time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for ages 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
Story time Zephyr Cove, Nev.
The Zephyr Cove Library hosts a children’s story time every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy stories, songs, activities and coloring. | (775) 588-6411
Read together Incline Village, Nev.
Incline Village Library hosts Family Story Time on Wednesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. | (775) 832-4130
Just heavenly South Lake Tahoe
Wine Wednesdays at The Loft in Heavenly is from 4 to 7. Free wine tasting from different featured winery each week. Enjoy free guest speaker and/or tasting notes from the featured winery. | (530) 523-8024
EVERY THURSDAY
Discuss what’s happening Incline Village, Nev. The Conversation Café is a drop-in conversation forum hosted by the Senior Programs staff at Aspen Grove Community Center from 10 to 11:15 a.m. every week except holidays. Participate with people sharing diverse views and a passion for engaging with others over topics and news. $2 donation includes continental breakfast. | (775) 832-1310
Season-long lessons Tahoe City
Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers introductory cross-country lessons on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Free with a trail pass or season pass. | tahoexc.org
Ladies Day Clinics Mount Rose
Ladies Day Clinics run Thursdays to March 15. Meet for coffee in Timbers for at 10 a.m. These clinics offer a fun and social atmosphere where female skiers and riders of low-intermediate to advanced abilities gain confidence and improve technique. $25, free with pass. | skirose.com
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Story Time Tahoe City
Tahoe City Library hosts Pre-Schooler Story Time for ages 5 and younger every Thursday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. | (530) 583-3382
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Toddler Story Time Incline Village, Nev.
Incline Village Library hosts story time every Thursday from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. with stories, puppets, music and movement for ages 18 months to 3 years. | (775) 832-4130
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Preschool story time Truckee
Truckee Library hosts Story Time every Thursday at 11:30 a.m. for ages 3 years and older. A half-hour stay and play after the reading. | (530) 582-7846
Fresh from the farm Alpine Meadows
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 than 40 farms and carries produce in season. | tahoefoodhub.org
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 Interweb,” second Thursdays are “Computers Questions with Carl LeBlanc,” third Thursdays are “Everything iPhone” and fourth Thursdays are differing themes about technology. | (530) 546-2021
EVERY FRIDAY
Silver Ski Clinics Mount Rose
The Silver Ski Clinics, for ages 50 and older, are every Friday 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
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Fridays are fun Truckee
Family Fun Fridays at KidZone Museum starts at 11 a.m. Play-based class designed to inspire exploration and discovery through art. For ages 5 and younger. Free with admission. | kidzonemuseum.org
Fresh from the farm Alpine Meadows
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 than 40 farms and carries produce in season. | tahoefoodhub.org
S’more, please Tahoe Vista
North Tahoe Regional Park is the place to grab free s’mores between 2 and 4 p.m. in the Ramada. | (530) 546-4212
Happy hour tastings Olympic Valley
Friday Night Tasting Notes is at Plaza Bar every Friday until April 20 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Craft beers or specialty spirits, a different one featured each Friday along with live acoustic music. | squawalpine.com
Watching as a family Tahoe Donner
Enjoy a free family movie every Friday at Northwoods Clubhouse at 6:30 p.m. with G and PG movies. Until March. | (530) 582-9669
EVERY SATURDAY
Season-long lessons Tahoe City
Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers free introductory skate skiing lessons on Saturdays at 9:15 a.m. free with a trail pass or season pass. | tahoexc.org
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EVENTS Local guided hike Truckee
Local Carmen Carr will lead a hike on Lost Trail Lodge at 9 a.m. From the I-80 Donner Pass Road exit drive past the Chevron and 76 service stations and the Inn at Truckee for half a mile and park in the winter parking area. | (530) 550-5192
Play in the snow Tahoe Donner
Tahoe Donner Snowplay hosts Winterpalooza, an all-day event with tube racing, snowman building, relay races and more. See For the Kids for details. | tahoedonner.com
Journaling nature South Lake Tahoe
Kids Nature Journal Club at South Lake Tahoe Library is at 10 a.m. Learn skills to explore nature and capture adventures in a journal. Some materials will be provided, bring notebook and pen. Dress for exploring. Free. 10+. | (530) 573-3185
SCANDINAVIAN GOOD TIME Celebrate the gifts of winter and snow at the 9th annual UllrFest on Feb. 2 and 3 at Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline Village, Nev. The festivities kick off Feb. 2 with a back-country safety talk at 4:30 p.m., live music with Jacked Up at 5:30, a torchlight parade, bonfire and party at 6 p.m. On Feb. 3, enjoy a gala with dinner, dancing and auction at The Chateau at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 per person and $180 per couple. Tickets are available at dpsef.org. The celebration is named for the Scandinavian god of winter and snow, and participants are encouraged to dress in Ullr attire. The event benefits the Diamond Peak Ski Team. | diamondpeak.com
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Fire-pit family movies South Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe AleWorX, FNCTN and Sierraat-Tahoe bring family-friendly movies every Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. at Lake Tahoe AleWorX. Enjoy self-pour brews and oven-fired pizzas while huddled around fire pits with your friends and family. Until April 30. | sierraattahoe.com
EVERY SUNDAY
Season-long lessons Tahoe City
Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area offers free introductory skate skiing lessons on Sundays at 9:15 a.m. free with a trail pass or season pass. | tahoexc.org
Build together Truckee
Truckee Library hosts Lego Club from 12 to 1 p.m. | (530) 582-7842
JAN. 25 | THURSDAY Healing arts tour South Lake Tahoe
Gaden Shartse Monastery, Sacred Earth and Healing Arts of Tibet Tour, features Tonglen Meditation at noon and Climate Change & the Six Delusions at 7 p.m. at Blue Angel Cafe. | (775) 586-9125
JAN. 26 | FRIDAY Healing arts tour South Lake Tahoe
Gaden Shartse Monastery, Sacred Earth and Healing Arts of Tibet Tour, features Single Pointed Meditation & Sacred Item Blessing at noon and Chay Drol Healing Ceremony at 7 p.m. at Blue Angel Cafe. | (775) 586-9125
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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 food, plus shop specials, local music and/or cooking classes, workshops or food films. | tahoefoodhub.org
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
Hearth health talk Tahoe Donner
Healing arts tour South Lake Tahoe
Gaden Shartse Monastery, Sacred Earth and Healing Arts of Tibet Tour, features Butter Sculpture & Calligraphy Workshop at noon and Vajrasattva Empowerment at 7 p.m. at Blue Angel Cafe. | (775) 586-9125
Feed on pasta Truckee
Sierra Senior Services presents the 17th annual Spaghetti Dinner, Bingo and Silent Auction at Truckee Community Recreation Center at 5 p.m. $30 advance; $35 at the door. | sierraseniors.org
Winemaker’s events Northstar
Enjoy a winemaker’s tasting event featuring Gros Ventre Cellars from 5 to 7 p.m. at Petra in the Village at Northstar. | (530) 562-0600
By the light of the moon Kirkwood
Kirkwood Mountain Resort offers a full moon snowshoe trek from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Cross-Country Snowshoe Center. All levels. $35, $5 snowshoe rental. | RSVP (209) 258-7248
Moon trek Soda Springs
A full moon tour starts at Royal Gorge Summit Station at 6 p.m. Available for skate, classic or snowshoes. End the night at 9 p.m. for dinner and wine tasting. | royalgorge.com
Natural biology Olympic Valley
Come to the Alder Creek Adventure Center to learn about heart health in endurance athletes at 5 p.m. for a free talk. Dr. Andy Pasternak, Medical Director at Silver Sage Sports and Fitness Lab, will discuss hearth health issues. | tahoedonner.com
Squaw Valley Institute presents “Building Superhumans” with Kevin Stone, M.D. at 7 p.m. Stone is a pioneer of advanced orthopedic surgical and rehabilitation techniques to repair, regenerate and replace damaged cartilage and ligaments. $10, free members. | squawvalleyinstitute.org
Winemaker’s events Truckee
West Shore moon tour Tahoma
Enjoy a winemaker’s tasting event featuring Gros Ventre Cellars from 5 to 7 p.m. at Uncorked Truckee. | (530) 550-5200
Benefit beer tasting Truckee
New Moon Food hosts a benefit beer tasting for Mountain Area Preservation with Ol’ Republic Brewing from 5 to 8 p.m. $10. | mapf.org
JAN. 27 | SATURDAY Demo day Soda Springs
Vendor Demo at Village Station at Royal Gorge and Sugar Bowl at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring Fischer, Salomon, Rossignol and Paco’s. Demo the latest gear for free with a daily trail pass or season pass. | royalgorge.com
Sierra State Parks interpreters will lead a full moon snowshoe tour from 7 to 9 p.m. in Sugar Pine State Park. Cost includes rentals, park entrance and guided hike exploring Hellman-Ehrman estate. $30, $20 ages 12 and younger. | RSVP (530) 583-9911
JAN. 27-28 | SATURDAY-SUNDAY Try it out for free El Dorado County
Loon Lake Chalet hosts a snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing Winter Trail Weekend with free lessons, demos, safety gear and more. | RSVP (209) 258-7248 or ednsp.org
JAN. 28 | SUNDAY Healing arts tour South Lake Tahoe
Gaden Shartse Monastery, Sacred Earth and Healing Arts of Tibet Tour, features Eight Auspicious Symbols & Sand Mandala at noon and Three Principle Aspects of the path at 7 p.m. at Blue Angel Cafe. | (775) 586-9125
JAN. 29 | MONDAY Fire Rescue awards South Lake Tahoe
Celebrate the accomplishments of the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue with an awards ceremony at 5 p.m. at City Council Chambers including Firefighter of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Citizen Recognition and the Fire Chief Meritorious Award. | cityofslt.us
Dress in layers Hope Valley
Hope Valley Outdoors offers moonlit tours of Hope Valley from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tonight is a Blue Moon. Dress to be prepared for cold conditions. | hopevalleycrosscountry.com
JAN. 30 | TUESDAY Author speaks South Lake Tahoe
South Shore author Jennifer Quashnick will introduce her third novel from her Mountaingirl Mysteries series, entitled “Sierra Nevada Dangerous Developments” at 6 p.m. at the library on Rufus Allen Boulevard. | (530) 573-3185
JAN. 31 | WEDNESDAY Moon over Tahoe Tahoe Vista
Tahoe Adventure Company offers a Full Blue Moon snowshoe trek from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Trips include snowshoes, poles, guides, instruction, natural history and hot drinks and snacks. No experience needed. $65. | tahoeadventurecompany.com
Mix it up Truckee
Truckee Chamber of Commerce is hosting a mixer at Alibi Ale Works Truckee from 5 to 7 p.m. | truckee.com
Stand up for Public Lands Truckee
Learn about the national public lands debate with David Page, an award-wining journalist who will discuss what’s happens next at the federal level on the Bears Ear National Monument, Giant Sequoia National Monument and other areas. Locally, Mountain Area Preservation will discuss effort to protect biologically sensitive lands. From 6 to 8 p.m. at Tahoe Mountain Sports. Free. | mapf.org
FEB. 1 | THURSDAY Entrepreneurs welcome South Lake Tahoe
“Are you growing your dream business?” The mentor-based Entrepreneurs Program meets the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Aspen Room at Lake Tahoe Community College. Free. | Register tahoechamber.com
FEB. 2 | FRIDAY Share and write Incline Village, Nev.
Lifescapes, a memoir-writing program for seniors, is from 2 to 4 p.m. at Incline Village Library. First and third Fridays of each month. All are welcome. | (775) 832-4130
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January 25-February 7, 2018
FEATURE
The view south along the Pacific Crest from Andesite Peak.
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SHOEING THE CASTLE STORY & PHOTOS BY SEAN MCALINDIN
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e were approaching the middle of a low-tide January winter when I pulled off Interstate 80, Exit 176 to the base of Castle Peak trailhead. The snow was low enough that I could drive up the short access road to park at the trailhead gate. In deeper snow conditions, it’s necessary to buy a Sno-Park pass and park on the other side of the interstate near Boreal Inn. Although it may be tempting to park at the highway exit, state troopers have been known to ticket there; so, the five-minute walk is worth the effort. We’d just received two wet storm cycles in the past week, which left a few inches of thick, icy crust all across the forest floor. Maybe not the best conditions for snowshoeing, but a few minutes into my hike it didn’t matter to me one bit. The Castle Peak wilderness has a way of casting its spell on wayfaring explorers, no matter what the conditions.
Danielle Hatch and Brandon Strachota of Carson City, Nev., make tracks beneath the magnificent towers of Castle Peak.
In spite of topping out at a mere 9,104 feet, Castle Peak feels like a much higher mountain. Perhaps it’s the formidable volcanic towers or its relative height compared to the surrounding peaks, but Castle is a beautiful and impressive objective for even the most seasoned of outdoorspeople. As I worked my way along a well-trodden path enclosed by ice-encrusted firs, a crystal-clear creek trickled beneath the brittle snowpack and into the tranquil meadows below. A hawk swooped overhead
into the forest in search of prey. We were alone: me and my 1-year-old daughter, Penelope Aoife. After a couple steep switchbacks, 1.5 miles in, I crested Castle Pass at 7,938 feet, 700 feet above my starting point. At this point I had the choice of continuing north along the ridge toward Castle Peak or turning south toward Andesite Peak. Some weather appeared to be coming in and with Penny on my back I opted for the closer alternative. If I’d decided to summit, which Penelope and
fir. We emerged into a virgin meadow of snow encircled by gigantic conifers that seemed to guard this place for its preciousness. I’ve never regretted leaving the path well-trodden; magic always awaits those willing to look for it.
The Castle Peak wilderness has a way of casting its spell on wayfaring explorers. I did during her first Tahoe summer, we’d have followed the ever-steepening ridge up to the summit plateau. The upper sections can be very icy and windswept in the winter so be sure your snowshoes have suitable spikes before venturing too far. The peak proper is the easternmost of the two towers and requires a 30-foot, fourth-class climb to reach the summit. It’s doable for most hikers in the summer, but certainly requires an additional reserve of intrepidness in the heart of winter. Heading toward Andesite Peak, the ridge gently rose for a half mile until the final dome, which involved some steep snow technique to climb. From the top, the 8,219-foot views span Signal Peak to the east, the Pacific Crest to the south and Mount Rose to the east. Of course, Castle Peak loomed large to the north. I spotted four ski areas from my perch: Boreal, Sugar Bowl, Northstar and the backside of Squaw Valley. On a clear day from Castle Peak’s summit, one can see from the Coast Range to Lake Tahoe to Mount Lassen — a sizeable chunk of Northern California indeed. After backtracking a few hundred feet to recover Penelope’s lost pacifier, we re-summited, munched on a of couple snacks and decided to make our way down to the trailhead by the direct back-country route. A minor snow squall blew through and it was time to get my baby off the mountain. We descended through open snow fields and into the dense forest below. Although it’s easy to get pulled too far south toward the interstate, we stayed along the ridge, wandering by lost volcano plugs, untouched alpine streams and old-growth Douglas
Pristine wilderness awaits those who venture off the beaten track.
Back at the trailhead, Penelope graciously gnawed a rice cake and I sipped my still-warm coffee from my Christmas thermos. Our three-hour, meandering, morning snowshoe had us in great spirits for the day ahead, the magic of the Castle lingering ever so sweetly in our dear little souls.
The author and his daughter along the trail. For more information on Sno-Park permits, visit ohv.parks. ca.gov. For more information on Castle Peak trails, visit, summitpost.org/castle-peak.
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Snow Trails
EVENTS FEB. 2 | FRIDAY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12
Huskies like hops Truckee
SKI TOURING, SNOWSHOEING & SNOWMOBILING
On the first Friday of every month, Tahoe Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom hosts a Hops for Huskies event from 3 to 8 p.m. Tahoe Husky Rescue gets $1 for every beer purchased. | tahoehuskyrescue.org
Explore more snow trails at TheTahoeWeekly.com. Click on the Winter tab under the Out & About menu. See the Events calendar for guided snowshoe treks.
Entrepreneur’s Roundtable Truckee
TRUCKEE
CABIN CREEK TRAIL
TAHOE MEADOWS
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.
Easy to moderate
DONNER MEMORIAL STATE PARK Easy | (530) 582-7892 or parks.ca.gov
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. For the more adventuresome, glide over the hills into Coldstream Canyon. TART
LITTLE TRUCKEE SUMMIT
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.*
PETER GRUBB HUT & CASTLE PEAK
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.
Easy to advanced
WEST SHORE
BLACKWOOD CANYON Easy to advanced
The meadows in Blackwood Canyon offer a great place to get into the wilderness off Highway 89 on the West Shore. Follow Highway 89 south from Tahoe City and park at the Kaspian Recreation Area. Skiers can glide along the road (not plowed) or through the meadows. Snowmobilers should follow the road about 2.5 miles, then take a left across the bridge and continue up Barker Pass Road to large open areas, steep bowls and many roads. Limited parking.*
MEEKS MEADOWS Easy | fs.usda.gov
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
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
SAGEHEN SUMMIT
HOPE VALLEY
An unmarked route follows the road to the creek bottom. Lateral roads offer many side trips. Trailhead at Sagehen Summit on the west side of Highway 89, 8 miles north of Truckee. Limited parking.
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.*
Easy to moderate
CISCO GROVE
Easy to moderate
RATTLESNAKE
TAYLOR CREEK
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.*
Easy to advanced
NORTH SHORE
BROCKWAY SUMMIT & MARTIS PEAK Easy to advanced
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.
Easy | (530) 573-2600 or fs.usda.gov
LOST SIERRA
YUBA PASS
Easy to advanced | fs.usda.gov The route north from Yuba Pass off Highway 49 is popular for snowmobilers, and shares the trail system with Nordic skiers for the first mile before branching off. For skiers and snowshoers, the route goes north for 2 miles with views of the Sierra Valley, then leads west for 1 mile and rejoins the snowmobile trail. For a short loop, go south (a left) on the snowmobile route back to Yuba Pass. 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.*
* SNO-PARK PERMIT REQUIRED; (916) 324-1222 OR OHV.PARKS.CA.GOV/SNOPARKS.
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Tahoe Silicon Mountain hosts a monthly roundtable on the first Friday of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. at The Lift. It is an opportunity for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs to share what they are working on and ask for/offer insights and resource suggestions to solve problems. | RSVP Silicon Mountain on Facebook
Winemaker’s events Truckee
Enjoy a winemaker’s tasting event featuring Talisman wines from 5 to 7 p.m. at Uncorked Truckee. | (530) 550-5200
Science-based mini bars Incline Village, Nev. Stir things up at the UC Davis Tahoe Science Center with The Science of Cocktails from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be more than 10 cocktail stations that double as earning hubs with demonstrations for adults. $30 for appetizers and two drinks; additional drinks $5. Benefits UC Davis Tahoe Science Center’s education programs. | lbronson@ucdavis.edu
Dinners with a mountain view Truckee
Northstar California presents Mountain Table Dinners, a unique dining experience, in Zephyr Lodge. The Prisoner Wine Company featured with menu of locally and regionally sourced produce and proteins. Live music, dinners family style. Ages 21+. | northstarcalifornia.com
FEB. 2-3 | FRIDAY-SATURDAY Scandinavian good time Incline Village, Nev.
The 9th annual UllrFest at Diamond Peak Ski Resort is a benefit weekend to raise funds for the Diamond Peak Ski Team. It kicks off Friday night with a torchlight parade, bonfire, party and live music. There are also a gala and auction at The Chateau. Dress in Ullr attire; the event is named for the Scandinavian god of winter and snow. | diamondpeak.com
FEB. 3 | SATURDAY Tail waggin’ fun Soda Springs
Royal Gorge hosts a Dog Dress-Up Contest and Parade at 10 a.m. in Van Norden Meadow. Three categories: most technical, funniest and best owner/canine pair. | royalgorge.com
Writers unite South Lake Tahoe
Young Adult Writers’ Meetup, on the first and third Saturday of each month, 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
Winemaker’s events Tahoe City
Enjoy a winemaker’s tasting event featuring Talisman wines from 5 to 7 p.m. at Uncorked Tahoe City. | (530) 550-5200
Classy Crab Dinner South Lake Tahoe
St. Theresa Catholic Church hosts the 24th annual Classy Crab Dinner at 6 p.m. $45 advance, $50 at the door. | (530) 544-3582 or tahoecatholic.com
FEB. 5 | MONDAY Heroes ski free Homewood
Homewood Mountain Resort offers First Responders Appreciation Day. Enjoy a free day of skiing for current first responders, with discounted tickets for immediate family. Free breakfast for everyone in the North Lodge from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Must bring current credentials. $20 family, free 11 and younger. | skihomewood.com
FEB. 6 | TUESDAY Morning meeting Tahoe City
Tuesday Morning Breakfast Club is on the first Tuesday of every month at Granlibakken. Community members are invited for the latest in community news and projects. $15 includes breakfast. | gotahoenorth.com
Tech Tuesdays Incline Village, Nev.
Incline Village Library offers kids a fun way to explore different ways to learn about technology. From 4 to 5 p.m. A new activity each week. On the first, third and fourth Tuesday of the month. | (775) 832-3140
Whatever your genre Meyers
Tahoe Writers Works is an open workshop for writers of any genre. Meets every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Bona Fide HQ. | bonafidebooks.com
FEB. 8 | THURSDAY Dogs love books Incline Village
Incline Village Library offers Paws To Read from 4 to 5 p.m. Children can practice reading to friendly therapy dogs and receive a free book. All ages welcome. Second Thursday of every month. | (775) 832-4130
Dark Side of the Universe Incline Village, Nev. Dr. Marusa Bradac will speak about research on the composition of the universe, properties of dark matter and the latest discoveries about the universe’s past. Bradac, originally from Slovenia, is a physics professor at UC Davis. No-host bar at 5:30; presentation at 6 p.m. | RSVP terc.ucdavis.edu
Soup night Olympic Valley
Tahoe Food Hub and Slow Food Lake Tahoe are hosting a Community Soup Night at Olympic Valley Lodge from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Soup and bread are $5, salad $2 more. Thai curry vegetable prepared by Squaw Valley’s executive chef Tiffany Swan. Drink specials available for purchase. Bring a bowl. Anne Marie Sheridan will perform. | tahoefoodhub.org
Free film series Olympic Valley
The 12th annual Alpenglow Winter Film Series continues with big mountain skier/ climber Hilaree O’Neil. At Olympic Valley Lodge. Doors open at 7 p.m. Free. Read more about O’Neill’s adventures at TheTahoeWeekly.com. | alpenglowsports.com
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FEATURE
WINTER FISHTAILS
The view south along the Pacific Crest from Andesite Peak.
STORY BY ANNE ARTOUX
Cold days, clear
skies and a whisper of wind are perfect conditions for one of the less popular winter sports in Tahoe — fishing. In fact, winter is the optimal season to fish the many varied species of trout on Lake Tahoe — Mackinaw, Brown, Kokanee and Rainbow, to name a few. The ambient temperature of the water is colder than summer, so trout will venture closer to the surface and the boat traffic on the lake is minimal making for a peaceful sojourn with the exception of the excitement and adrenaline that starts to pump when one of the fishing lines starts to jump. Patience
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Read about Mickey Daniels’ life before turning to fishing (you might be surprised)
Fishing the waters of Lake Tahoe can be challenging and guides are highly recommended. Captain Daniels, second from right, instructing a group of Sonoma anglers. | Anne Artoux
Carnelian Bay residents Anne Artoux and Donovan Green with the day’s catch.
TOP: Captain Mickey Daniels has been plying the waters of Lake Tahoe since 1969. | Anne Artoux BELOW: The sun rises over the East Shore as seen from the “Big Mack II” with the crescent moon still visible and lights from other fishing boats gleaming on Lake Tahoe. | Anne Artoux
and a little luck are all one need possess to hook that big one from which tales grow. Mickey’s Big Mack Fishing Charters or any other of the many fishing charters around the lake will provide everything else you might need. My boyfriend, Donovan Green, and I met Captain Mickey Daniels of the “Big Mack II” at the Sierra Boat Company in Carnelian Bay at 5:30 a.m. on a cold, clear, winter morning although it felt more like the middle of the night. His voice greeted us in the dark and we stepped into his office to get our fishing licenses. We were accompanied by three more clients from Sonoma, the two men celebrating birthdays. So was my guy. Was this a sign? Fishing, like baseball and many other sports, is thick with superstition. Capricorns are part mermaid, aren’t they? Ah yes, I was feeling lucky as we boarded the “Big Mack” and motored to our destination over the dark, calm lake, a crescent moon cupping the dawning sky. Captain Mickey has been fishing trout in Lake Tahoe since 1959 and chartering fishing trips since 1969, so you know you are in capable experienced
hands, but be forewarned, Mickey is also part jokester, historian, storyteller and comedian. “You have to be an entertainer when the fish are not biting,” says Daniels. Before we dropped our lines in the water, Daniels asked that the two women on the boat kiss the bait for luck; the bait being a 3-inch live Red Lahontan minnow. I obliged, puckering up and upped my luck bank. Six lines were baited and dropped into the lake. Then we waited while watching the sunrise over the East Shore. And, we waited a while longer. The first pole jumped, and on my pole. Daniels gave me a nod and I jumped to action reeling in nearly 400 feet of fishing line before a 22.5 inch Mackinaw was pulled onto the boat. I recorded my catch: Anne, 7:35 a.m. and length of fish, 22.5”. The largest fish was caught by my birthday man and measured 23.7”. As Daniels measured the fish he noticed one of his tags on the dorsal fin. In a well-worn spiral notebook, he referenced the tag number and announced that the trout had been tagged in 2004 and had measured only 2” shorter, a fact that dismayed Mickey. “They should grow more in 15 years,” he commented. For nearly a decade, Daniels has been tagging trout and gathering data that helps to determine the habits and health of the trout, as well as the health of Lake Tahoe. On our outing, we tagged #9070 before releasing it back into Agate Bay. “Maybe a fisherman in South Lake Tahoe will catch this trout 30 days from now, maybe 20 years later; they are traveling trout,” Mickey tells me. He
PAT I E N C E AND A LITTLE LUCK ARE ALL ONE NEED POSSESS TO H O O K T H AT BIG ONE FROM WHICH TA L E S GROW would know, he catches, tags and releases 700 to 1,000 fish annually. “The fish are healthy,” he says, and biting thanks to last year’s snowfall and consequently huge snowmelt that washed natural nutrients essential for the trout from Big Blue’s 62 tributaries. Returning to the Sierra Boat Company, sun on our faces, grinning from ear to ear, we cracked a cold one and cheered a day well spent; a sense of satisfaction in the air. I had learned more about the lake and the trout that travel in it, heard eyewitness stories of Sasquatch sightings, watched a set of dentures get extracted from a trout’s esophagus and caught dinner. For more information or to book an outing, call (800) 877-1462 or visit mickeysbigmack.com.
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WINTERPALOOZA Join Tahoe Donner for Winterpalooza, a fun winter celebration for the whole family on Jan. 27 at the Snowplay area. This all-day outdoor event includes snow tube racing and snowman building contests from 9:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. with prizes for the biggest and most creative snowman. Plus, take part in snow tube races from 11 a.m. to noon, with relay sled races starting a 1 p.m. End the festivities with the Snowball Throwing Contest at 2 p.m. | tahoedonner.com
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Tahoe Rim Trail Association is hosting its 11th annual Youth Backcountry Camps in partnership with the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science. These exciting four-day adventures get youth away from screens and outside on a lifechanging journey into the wild. Youth participants will make new friends while backpacking 3 to 6 miles per day. They’ll learn new back-country skills and support fellow adventurers in the wild while exploring the flora and fauna of the Tahoe Basin. Youth participants are provided all gear, food and instruction. The camps are available to ages 12 to 14 from June 19 to 22 and July 23 to 26. The camps are available to ages 14 to 17 from July 9 to 12 and Aug. 20 to 23. The cost is $365 per person. Registration is open now. Partial scholarships are available. | tahoerimtrail.org
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Call (530) 546-5995, ext. 100, to be listed in Family Fun. ALL ACTIVITIES ARE WEATHER DEPENDENT. * Sno-park permits required. Go to ohv.parks.ca.gov/snoparks or find locations at (916) 324-1222. BUS & SHUTTLE SCHEDULES
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Teens get to hang
On Feb. 8 at 5 p.m. ages 12 to 16 can paint a 16-inch-by-20-inch 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
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
Take it to the mats Youth Wrestling with Jim Bennet is at Truckee High School for Grades K to 4. It will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays until March 8, excluding holidays and school vacations. Introductory wrestling skills will be taught. Tournaments are on Sundays in January and February. It ends with a state tournament in March. | tdrpd.org
School-age programs Douglas County Parks and Recreation offers Kids Club Programs for grades K through 6 designed to complement the school schedule. Early Birds come from 7 to 8:30 a.m. to the Kahle Community Center. The fee is $2 per day with school bus pickup. Kids Club is from 3 to 6 p.m. at Zephyr Cove Elementary School and is $6 per day. | (775) 586-7271
Working with clay Children’s Ceramics led by Susan Dorwart are for Grades 1 to 6 at the Truckee Community Arts Center. Ongoing classes will be from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Learn to use coils, slabs and sculpture techniques. Pay by the month or pay drop-in fees. | tdrpd.org
Find your niche Nevada Art Studio at Lake Mansion in Reno, Nev., is offering “So You Want to Be an Artist” class for ages 9 to 12 from Feb. 1 to 22 on Thursdays. Instructor Carol Gilman will introduce kids to drawing techniques through landscape and still life, painting self-portraits, sculpture and
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printmaking. The sessions are from 4 to 5 p.m. and the class is $40 per student. | artsforallnevada.org
When school is closed Tahoe City Parks and Recreation offers Snow Days for Grades K to 5 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Kids can come to Rideout Community Center when schools are closed due to snow. The cost is $40 per child for residents and $45 for nonresidents. | tcpud.org
For children, especially Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum offers educational exhibits, classes and hands-on activities designed for children. Discover Your Way is the first Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon. Families with children on the Autism Spectrum and with sensory processing disorders are given special admission before the public. This monthly program provides an opportunity to enjoy sensory-friendly time at the museum and allows parents to network. Small Wonder Wednesdays is from 9 to 10 a.m. for ages 5 and younger. Tots can participate in story time and explore the museum for a full hour before it opens to the public. | nvdm.org
Writers unite Young Adult Writers’ Meetup is on the first and third Saturday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. at South Lake Tahoe Library. Meet with fellow writers for discussion and writing. Laptops available for use in the library. Snacks provided. | (530) 573-3185
Dance classes for all ages Sierra Nevada Dance with Sherrie Petersen is at Truckee Community Recreation Center. Classes for all ages are ongoing monthly. Creative dance is offered to ages 2 to 5 and ballet classes are offered to ages 7 to adult. Truckee Youth Dance Ensemble hosts apprentice, junior, senior and elite companies. The monthly fee for the ensemble is $75 per month with no drop-ins. | tdrpd.org
Making the scene Teen Scene is every Friday night at the Kahle Community Center from 6:30 to 9 p.m. for Grades 6 to 12. Kids can shoot hoops, play volleyball, climb the rock wall and play arcade or video games. The night is free to passholders or $5 for drop-ins. | (775) 586-7271
Little ones like to congregate Tahoe Tiny Timbers Gym Time at Incline Village Recreation Center is for ages newborn to 5 on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. This is an opportunity for youngsters to socialize and use gross motor skills in a stimulating environment. Caregivers/parents must be present. | yourtahoeplace.com
A room for young families The Family Room program resumes Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to noon in Room 19 at Truckee Elementary. The Family Room is a Spanish and English program dedicated to encouraging the development of literacy and school readiness in age 3 and younger. Activities
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include a mix of reading, music and crafts, while parents create supportive peer networks. The room includes a free lending library of English and Spanish children’s books. | truckeefrc.org
Kids, kids everywhere Kid-O-Rama is from Feb. 17 to 24. Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows offer a weeklong kids’ extravaganza. Kid-ORama offers non-stop fun for kids of all ages. Check out the Big Truck Event featuring fire trucks, snowplows and grooming machines. There are also street parties and kids’ concerts, a game and craft room and more. | squawalpine.com
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No school means fun Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District offers holiday camps for Grades K to 5. Full days of activities when there is no school. February Fun Days during ski/skate week are from Feb. 20 to 23 and Spring Fling Camp is from April 9 to 13. Days are from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $40 per day per child. | tdrpd.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 is on Mondays with Tammy Garbarino. The next session is from Feb. 26 to April 2. | tdrpd.org
Support for families North Tahoe Family Resource Center offers support and assistance for local families. The Community Child Car Seat Program offers free car-seat safety checks, car-seat installations and discounted car seats to qualifying families. Certified car-seat technicians will answer all questions. Interested parents must make an appointment. Support groups for moms and infants are on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Community House in Kings Beach. Moms or caregivers can get help with proper breastfeeding techniques, postpartum concerns, infant nutrition and infant care. On Mondays, the center offers legal assistance and mediation on family law, employment, landlord- tenant disputes and other civil issues. Those with questions must make an appointment. | (530) 546-0952
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Sitting on the job Babysitting Training for Teens is at Truckee Community Arts Center for Grades 6 and higher. Instructor Tessa Waldron offers classes from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays starting March 7. The class will stress safety, business basics, creative ideas for entertaining kids and first aid. | tdprd.org
Guppies and seahorses? Truckee Community Swimming Pool offers an extensive Learn to Swim program for ages 6 months to 5. Lessons meet once a week for two months and the instructor/ student ratio is based on the swim level and number of students. The next sessions are March 5 to April 28 and April 30 to June 20. | tdrpd.org
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Deep ‘n’ Daring Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of Deep ‘n’ Daring events. of the season. Competitors will have a choice of lines through the Slopestyle Course, throwing down his or her best tricks to impress judges and earn points. | skihomewood.com
The feminine touch Olympic Valley Women of Winter Camp is from Jan. 28 to 30 at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows for ages 18 and older. Three days of full skiing with like-minded women in a supportive environment is being offered to improve confidence and skill. Female instructors will offer tips and guidance. | squawalpine.com
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M OTO R I Z E D
AVALANCHE TRAINING
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. 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
Big year for birds Tahoe Institute for Natural Science offers Tahoe Big Year, which celebrates the hundreds of bird species that make the Tahoe region their home year-round, during summer or winter or while passing through to other destinations. Participants will scour the Lake Tahoe region in search of as many species of birds as they can find during 2018. The event is open to TINS members and membership is open to all. | tinsweb.org
Roses are rad Reno, Nev. Mount Rose Ski is accepting submissions for the inaugural Roses are RAD Winter Film Festival. Skiers, boarders and amateur cinematographers with amazing footage, 2 to 3 minutes in length, can enter through March 1. Ten films will be selected for the screening at the festival at Cargo Concert Hall in Reno, Nev., on March 9. Details, requirements and submission instructions are online. | skirose.com
All-World Athlete Champions. Judy Anderson was named for the Female 50 to 54 category. There were 29 overall athletes named out of the 25,000 athletes worldwide, who accrued enough points in 2017 to earn the designation of Ironman All-World Athlete. Nine champions were named from the United States — six were female and three were male. Athletes who finish the season in the Top 10 percent of their country are recognized. | ironman.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
Back-country avalanche ed
Competition must-sees
Tahoe Donner North American Ski Training Center is providing back-country guiding and avalanche education at Tahoe Donner Adventure Center on Jan. 27, Feb. 23 and March 3. Get out and explore the backcountry skiing with professional instructors and guides. A trail pass is required for any off-piste skiing or boarding within the cross-country ski area boundary. Space is limited. Reservations are suggested. Beginners are welcome. | (530) 386-2102
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. On Feb. 11 is the third USCSA event
Congrats to Judy Anderson A Carnelian Bay woman has been named as one of the 2017 Ironman 18
Soda Springs Boreal Mountain Resort announces its winter events. 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
Train with the best Soda Springs Royal Gorge Cross Country offers ski clinics for various ski levels with expert skiers. 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
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 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 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 Feb. 3 and March 24. | kirkwood.com
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. 26 to 28, Feb. 2 to 4, Feb. 9 to 11, Feb. 17 to 19 and March 16 to 18. | alpenglowexpeditions.com
Tahoe Rim Tour postponed The 11th annual Tahoe Rim Tour & Race is at Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area scheduled for Jan. 29 has been postponed due to conditions. New date TBA. This is a point-to-point 26km race from the ski area to Northstar California. Proceeds go to Far West Nordic Ski Education Association’s junior ski programs. A classic wave starts at 9 a.m. and a skate wave at 9:30 a.m. Lunch, party and awards will be at Northstar Cross Country Center. | farwestnordic.org
Support the groom 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
This one is flexible Truckee Tahoe Donner Cross Country offers many chances to race. The Tahoe Donner XC Challenge is a tour or a race — the skier chooses. On Feb. 11 at 9 a.m., race (or tour) to as many checkpoints as desired, but the more checkpoint visits the more chances to win prizes. Lunch and raffle drawing is included in the day. Everyone is welcome. The Sierra Skogsloppet Citizen’s Fundraiser on March 11 is organized by local school cross-country teams. All ages and levels are welcome. Tour D’Euer on March 25 is a spring celebration and 30-year tradition. Start touring Euer Valley at 9 a.m. Then return for a barbecue and music on the patio from 11 a.m. | tahoedonner.com
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Arts
THE ARTS
& CULTURE
TPA releases online public art
CREATIVE AWARENESS
Mike White
CONFESSIONS OF A GUIDEBOOK AUTHOR STORY BY TIM HAUSERMAN
Mike White hiking Hurricane Pass on the Teton Crest Trail at Grand Teton National Park. | Courtesy Mike White
Tahoe Public Art has unveiled its climate data visualization art piece “Land to Lake” online to kick off the new year with a call to action, as first reported at TheTahoeWeekly.com. TPA’s team worked in close collaboration with the Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) to analyze data sets from its annual “State of the Lake” report and distill the information down to a few of the most critical elements impacting lake clarity.
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Watch the art piece “Land to Lake”
“Land to Lake” is a climate art experience originally designed for the Creating Equilibrium festival in Olympic Valley in August 2017 with data-driven storytelling that takes viewers on a journey through the anthropogenic (man-made) impacts on the terrestrial and aquatic ecology of the Lake Tahoe Basin, as well as the solutions required to restore balance, according to Tahoe Public Art. | tahoepublicart.com
Summer writing series Squaw Valley Community of Writers announces the 48th Summer Writing Workshops in Poetry and Fiction, Non-fiction and Memoir. The Poetry Writing Workshops are from June 23 to 30. The Fiction, Nonfiction and Memoir Work-shops are from July 8 to 15. Application deadlines for both workshops are on March 28. These workshops assist serious writers by exploring the art and craft, as well as the business of writing. The week offers daily morning workshops, craft lectures, panel discussions on editing and publishing, staff readings and brief individual conferences. A listing of the teaching staff and special guests is online. | communityofwriters.org
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eno resident Mike White is the author or co-author of 30 hiking and snowshoeing guidebooks on the western United States. Many focus on the glories of hiking and backpacking in the Sierra Nevada and Nevada. White was raised in Portland, Ore., and started hiking early. “My mom never learned to drive a car, she would drag me along when we walked to town,” said White. Once he was old enough to expand out from his neighborhood and discover the rest of Portland, he was hooked on hiking as a way to explore the world.
logical for me to be the one to spend more time at home. I was always interested in writing, the only reason I got through college is I could write,” said White. White saw an ad placed by Wilderness Press for a writer to update guidebooks on Mount Lassen and Big Sur. While those assignments didn’t work out, the next one to upgrade a guidebook to the Trinity Alps did, which would become his first book. “It was very exciting when that first book came out. You go through the process of doing the initial writing, then a several
“ I get to go to these fantastic places and hike all these great trails. I am the kind of guy who generally wants to know what is around the next bend, always looking for new experiences and new places to go.” –Mike White He attended Seattle Pacific University where he met his wife Robin. When she was accepted to medical school at the University of Nevada, Reno in 1976 the couple thought they would be out of Reno after she graduated. They are still there 42 years later. While his wife developed a busy pediatric practice, White spent his first 15 years in Reno “at an actual job,” he says, managing a department at an engineering firm. “I was ready for a change. By that time Robin was loving what she was doing, and my two boys had outgrown day care. Since I was getting bored with my job it seemed
month process of reviews and edits. And then finally you have your book in your hand,” said White. His books include “Afoot and Afield Lake Tahoe,” “Top Trails Lake Tahoe” and “Snowshoe Trails of Tahoe” published by Wilderness Press, and “50 Classic Hikes in Nevada” and “50 of the best strolls, walks and hikes around Reno” published by University of Nevada Press. White concentrated on books in California and the Sierra Nevada when he first started, but more recently he has expanded to other states in the West such as in his 2016 book, “Best Backpacking Trips in Utah, Arizona and New Mexico,” and the one he is working on currently, “Best Backpacking Trips in Montana,
Wyoming and Colorado.” “I get to go to these fantastic places and hike all these great trails. I am the kind of guy who generally wants to know what is around the next bend, always looking for new experiences and new places to go. Writing has really given me the opportunity to see so much of the West. I love that part of it, but I also like the sitting down and taking information and crafting it into a description,” said White. White was originally trained as a draftsman, so he does the maps for the books himself, as well as the photography. His process for cranking out books is straight forward. He spends the summer and fall hiking, taking notes and doing the research, then during the winter months he carves those notes into a book. “As fall comes around I start my nesting period. I’m not as enamored with winter as I used to be, I’m more of a summer person,” said White. When asked which of his books have been the most successful, White says that he doesn’t know, because, “I try not to look at my statements too closely, it is too depressing. When I started if I knew how little money I would be making I wouldn’t have gotten into writing, and I would have missed a lot of wonderful experiences.” While at 65 he can’t hike as far and as fast as he used to, he is still thankful that he is healthy and able to get out on all the trails he needs to for his books. “The idea of having a wrangler packing in your stuff is sounding attractive, however,” said White. Tim Hauserman wrote the official guidebook to the Tahoe Rim Trail, now in its third edition, as well as three other books. Based on his own experience of writing he says that he is gobsmacked by White’s level of productivity.
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THE ARTS
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‘MOONDANCE’ RELEASE PARTY
The Stevenson Gallery in Kings Beach presents a New Image Release Party on Feb. 5. from 5 to 9 p.m. William Stevenson will be presenting his latest image: “Moondance.” Talk to the artist, meet other art lovers and enjoy live music and a wine and beer bar. | (530) 346-4278 or thestevensongallery.com
Heart Art live art show Truckee The “Rose Above Thorns of Love: AKA Red Friday” live art show will be at Art Truckee Gallery on Feb. 9 from 8 to 10 p.m. featuring artist Alex Kelly. “LiveART Seduction is a translation of the energy that women are made of. All have their own language of struggle and this is what magnifies the strength of beauty,” according to the artist. “The glow of the outer perspective of ‘beauty’ is magnified from the inner self. When minds open to music, movement and a FineArt energy, the combine creates a quick creation of passion, struggle and optimism.” Entrance is $20 and is open to ages 21 and older only. | arttruckee.com
Roaring good art show Truckee Riverside Studios and High Fives Foundation present the seventh annual Lion Heart Art Show on Feb. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. This event will feature artists making masterpieces using 12-inchby-12-inch panels of wood. Following the art show, the panels will be hung in Riverside Studios for the remainder of the month. Each panel sells for $100. Proceeds will benefit the CR Johnson Healing Center, a program service of the High Fives Foundation that provides resources to athletes in recovery from a sportsrelated injury. It is free to attend the event. Drinks and refreshments will be served. | riversideartstudios.com
Tattoo artists featured Reno, Nev. Nevada Fine Arts gallery presents “Escaped Ink,” the artwork of local tattoo artists until Jan. 27. Most of the artwork will be for sale. The exhibit features artists from Black Cat Tattoo Reno, Black Widow Ink, Lasting Dose Tattoo & Art Collective, A Toda Madre Tattoos and Endless Ink Reno. | nvfinearts.com
Making art public Lakewide Tahoe Public Art (TPA) announces an open call for artist proposals for Temporary Environmental Art Installations along the new Tahoe Public Art Trail. One of the most important milestones TPA achieved in 2017 was securing a lake-wide permit from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency for temporary 20
“Moondance” William Stevenson | The Stevenson Gallery environmental art installations on both the California and Nevada sides. TPA is seeking artwork that engages audiences in contemplating their civic responsibility as it relates to the natural and cultural heritage of the Lake Tahoe Basin. | tahoepublicart.com
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
No secret anymore 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. | tdrpd.org
Paint a Cadillac Carson City, Nev. Silver Oak Golf Course is holding an art contest open to anyone, whether an established artist, hobbyist or student of art. Vintage Cadillacs on the driving range are the medium. Pick a theme, sketch ideas and fill out an application. Entries are due on Jan. 31 and painting will begin in spring. Awards will be presented for different levels. Children
are allowed to compete, but only ages 18 and older can receive monetary awards. | silveroakgolf.com
Grants for Nevada arts Nevada arts organizations can begin submitting applications for Nevada Arts Council grants for fiscal year 2019 now. These annual awards include Arts Learning Project Grants, Partners in Excellence Grants and Project Grants. In addition, individuals can submit nominations for the Nevada Heritage Award. Grant applications and award nominations for NAC grants and awards must be submitted through “GO Smart,” the new online grants system available at nevada.gosmart.org. Applications for Artist Fellowship Grants and the Fellowship Project Grant will be available on Jan. 29. | nac.nevadaculture.org or (775) 687-7102
Winter letterpress session Meyers Bona Fide Books offers Introduction to Letterpress with Steve Robison on Feb. 3. Students will learn how to use a composing stick, set type and print cards or broadsides. The class includes materials and open studio hours at Tahoe Letterpress to work on projects. The sessions are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and cost $50 each. Class size is limited. | bonafidebooks.com
Join fiber art group South Lake Tahoe The South Lake Tahoe Library hosts a fiber art group meeting on the first Friday of the month from 2 to 3 p.m. The group is open to those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing and other fiber arts. Participants will learn new tricks and are encouraged to share projects, ideas and stories. Bring current projects or start a new one. All skill levels are welcome. | (530) 573-3185
Get in your element Truckee Truckee Public Arts Commission is calling for submissions for the spring
exhibit at the Truckee Donner Community Recreation Center; it will be called “Elements: Our Region.” The exhibit will feature paintings, drawings, sculpture and photography and will be on display from March to June. An opening reception will be held on March 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. All media will be accepted. Submissions are due on Feb. 16. Everyone is encouraged to participate. Guidelines and entry forms are available online. | tdrpd.org
Art surplus for less Tahoe City North Tahoe Arts Fab ‘n’ Funky Art Clearance Sale Showing is until Feb. 28. 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
Reflecting permanence Reno, Nev. University of Nevada, Reno art department alumnus Joan Arrizabalaga will mount a solo exhibition, “Reflections,” as part of University Galleries’ exhibition series that investigates the permanent collection. It will be on display until Feb. 23, at UNR’s Sheppard Contemporary, Church Fine Arts. | unr.edu
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
January 25-February 7, 2018
Gathering of Artists Tahoe City Gathering of Artists is every first and third Wednesday of the month at North Tahoe Arts Center. Artists are welcome to drop in and share studio space from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | northtahoearts.com
and consciousness studies. Farber bases his drawings on a specific mark-making style. He uses patterns of redundant, diminutive marks that are evident on an individual basis and also combine with other marks to form a larger whole or image. | arts-initiative.org
Proud, assertive Australian artists
Patterns mimic nature
Reno, Nev. “Marking the Infinite: Contemporary Women Artists from Aboriginal Australia” presents nine women at the forefront of international contemporary art. Featuring 70 works in media ranging from paintings on canvas, paper and eucalyptus bark, to woven installations and video projections, the show is both culturally specific and globally alert. Organized by the Nevada Museum of Art, Donald W. Reynolds Center for the Visual Arts, E. L. Wiegand Gallery, Marking the Infinite will be on view from Feb. 17 through May 13. Although hailing from some of the most remote communities on the planet, the work of the nine women artists speaks loudly and clearly to the contemporary age. The artists are: Nonggirrnga Marawili, Wintjiya Napaltjarri, Yukultji Napangati, Angeline Pwerle, Carlene West, Regina Pilawuk Wilson, Lena Yarinkura, Gulumbu Yunupingu and Nyapanyapa Yunupingu. While these women are some of the most acclaimed Australian artists working today, for many it is their first exposure to American audiences. Their artworks are proud assertions of who they are and their pride in their communities. | nevadaart.org
Carson City, Nev. Reno artist Nate Clark’s paintings will be featured at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery in Carson City, Nev., through March 11. The paintings highlight the subtle contrast between the imperfections of handmade marks and a methodical formula or scientific method. “The repetition of simple shapes and marks develops a pattern that mimics nature by allowing the structure of each work to unfold and respond to itself, like
Boat names focus of exhibit Tahoe City Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts an exhibition that explores the stories behind the names of familiar Tahoe places and beloved Tahoe boats. “What’s in A Name?” will be on display until April. Choosing a name for a boat is a personal choice and not arbitrary. Many boat owners choose names that reflect a part of their life or family. Names are expressions of the owner’s personality and sense of humor. Other boat names pay homage to the tradition of the boat as a gendered object. Visitors can also expect to delve into the complex nautical history behind the female persona of ships and boats. | tahoemaritimemuseum.org
Artistic to the core Minden, Nev. Carson Valley Arts Council presents watercolor artist Vickie Kingman at the Copeland Gallery until March 1. Kingman, whose background in the arts is varied, currently teaches watercolor classes in Gardnerville, Nev. She has also been involved in community and children’s theater as an actor and director and she is a singer, recently with Fulton Street Jazz Band. | cvartscouncil.com
No boundaries Carson City, Nev. Capital City Arts Initiative announces “Inside and Outside the Lines” by artists Jonathan Farber and Susan Kotler at Sierra Room Community Center until March 1. Kotler creates works using acrylics or watercolors that allow for spontaneous and direct expression. She finds inspiration for her art in natural phenomena such as water, rocks, trees, light and concepts from quantum physics
ART EXHIBITS & EVENTS
Jessica Gengenbach McKinley Arts & Culture Center | Until Jan. 26
“Escaped Ink” Nevada Fine Arts | Until Jan. 27 “Moondance” release Stevenson Gallery | Feb. 5 “Rose Above Thorns of Love” Art Truckee | Feb. 9 “Hidden in Plain Sight” Truckee Rec. Center | Until Feb. “Marking the Infinite” Nevada Museum of Art | Feb. 17-May 31
Joan Arrizabalaga UNR Church Fine Arts | Until Feb. 23
Fab ‘n’ Funky North Tahoe Arts Center | Until Feb. 28 Lion Heart Art Show Riverside Studios | Until Feb. 28 Jonathan Farber & Susan Kotler Sierra Room Community Center | Until March 1
Nate Clark OXS Gallery | Until March 11 Members’ Show Tahoe Art League | Until March 25 “Elements: Our Region” Truckee Community Rec Center | March-June
Winter art exhibition Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe | Until April
“What’s in A Name?” Tahoe Maritime Museum | Until April
“Ink & Ivory” Tahoe Maritime Museum | Until April 1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAY Gathering of Artists North Tahoe Arts Center THURSDAYS
Guided art tours Nevada Museum of Art (except 1st Thursday) Wheel/Hand Building Ceramics Truckee Community Art Center 1ST FRIDAY
Fiber Art Group SLT Library 2ND FRIDAY
Senior art classes & tours Nevada Museum of Art SATURDAY & SUNDAY Guided art tours Nevada Museum of Art
Works for the Lion Heart Art Show | Riverside Studios
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,” through March 25 at the college. | talart.org
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Vickie Kingman Copeland Gallery | Until March 1
Ritz-Carlton sports winter art Northstar The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, has joined with SLATE Art Consulting of San Francisco to feature a new winter exhibition of Northern California artists’ works throughout the hotel’s lobby and public areas through April. The exhibition of 20 contemporary works of art, both sculpture and painting, include landscapes and abstract works. | (530) 562-3000
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Exhibit runs skin deep Tahoe City Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts “Ink & Ivory,” an exhibit featuring two nautical art forms on display until April. Scrimshaw, attributed to American sailors, is the art of intricate carvings on bone ivory and other found objects. These works of art capture visuals of the past and tell the story of environmental im-pact, laws and regulations. “Ink & Ivory” will trace the nautical tradition of tattooing. Discover tattoos that were meant to bring sailors luck, see skin-deep evidence of their travels and feel the sense of longing behind sentimental tributes to wives and sweethearts back home. Best of all, “Ink & Ivory” will feature modernday tattoos which are specific to nautical tradition or deep Tahoe connection. | tahoemaritimemuseum.org
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1. LITERATURE: Which 18th-century statesman and inventor sometimes used the pen name “Silence Dogood” in his writings? 2. GEOGRAPHY: How many emirates make up the United Arab Emirates? 3. AUTOS: What does the name Volkswagen mean in German? 4. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the first Roman Catholic to become vice president of the United States? 5. ARCHITECTURE: What is the location of the Pitti Palace, built mainly during the Renaissance? 6. MOVIES: What was the name of the monkey in the Disney movie “Aladdin”? 7. GOVERNMENT: Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees a speedy public trial for criminal offenses? 8. MUSIC: In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” what was the gift on the seventh day? 9. U.S. STATES: What is the smallest state in land area? 10. HISTORY: What Greek statesman was considered the greatest of all orators?
Strange but true
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Junior Whirl: 1. Achilles, 2. Blossoms, 3. Hipsters, 4. Ruthless, 5. Oddballs, 6. Crossbow, 7. Dragster, 8. Phaseout. Hocus Focus differences: 1. Bench is missing, 2. Button strip is shorter, 3. Racket is moved, 4. Flag is missing, 5. Sign is different, 6. Pants are different.
When someone types capital letters an awful lot, I guess you might call him a shifty person.
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1. Benjamin Franklin, 2. Seven, 3. The people’s car, 4. Joe Biden, 5. Florence, Italy, 6. Abu, 7. Sixth Amendment, 8. Swans, 9. Rhode Island, 10. Demosthenes.
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At weddings here in the United States, it is common for the bride to toss her bouquet to determine who will be the next to be married. At weddings in Finland the custom is a bit different, though the outcome is the same: There, the bride traditionally wears a golden crown, and at the reception she is blindfolded and spun around. Then all the single girls in attendance dance around her while the bride, still blindfolded, tries to place the crown on one of them. It’s believed that the lucky girl who ends up wearing the crown will be the next to wed.
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Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22)
Everyone is feeling the changing currents, not least of all you. These could actually be manifesting as a flow of abundance and returns for past efforts. Yet, events and trends beyond your control are challenging you to decipher where to best direct you focus and commitments. You may not have to decide now but the process will continue.
Leo (Jul 22-Aug 23)
Changes in your lifestyle should be apparent by now. Positively, you feel more disciplined and determined than usual. This week, changes on relationship fronts are likely and will come with some happy returns. These will stimulate new thoughts, exchanges of ideas and philosophies too. Digging deep meanwhile is important and feels easier than expected.
Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)
A creative cycle continues. The pace may not be as fast as you would like, but it is underway. Now it is time to give more than you have for a while. As you do, new realizations will emerge, spontaneously. So, the rewards of your efforts could prove to be exponential. Your efforts may need to be directed to a variety of fronts.
Libra (Sep 22-Oct 22)
Taurus (Apr 20-May 21)
The quest for knowledge has likely been keeping you busy of late. You want the facts, answers and the truth. Yet the tide is changing. Making your presence and your interests known publically is an urge hard to control. You are bound and determined to expand your scope of influence. Going big is the theme of your resolve.
Sagittarius (Nov 21-Dec 21)
Major financial concerns and considerations have been on your mind of late. Generally, you are in a process of deciphering your priorities. At worst, you have been feeling the weight. Delays and setbacks may feel all too familiar. This trend will continue. However, a break in the clouds is allowing the sun to shine though.
Gemini (May 21-Jun 21)
Many changes are brewing in and around you. These could manifest as endings, transformations and possibly even deaths. You are working hard to feel positive and faithful, but you may feel challenged to dig deeper than you have for some time. On the other hand, you are focused to investigate and research to get the answers you seek.
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Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20)
Some deep drums have been sounding in your world. Power moves and possibly ploys have pushed you to exercise your executive. This trend will linger but you are ready for a change of scenery and tempo. Your passions are still strong, however, and you may feel inspired to invest. Friends and fun beckon and you are keen to further explore your individuality.
Scorpio (Oct 22-Nov 21)
You are in an expansive and energetic mood. Your determination to expand your position and increase your leverage on matters is extra strong. To this end, you have been extra focused on business matters and creative cooperatives. A new shift will begin this week and you will feel inspired to beautify your living space.
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Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)
Many thoughts and ideas about the future are dancing in your mind. You feel optimistic, yet you also have work to do. This may be inner work of one kind or another. In fact, this inner work process will likely increase. If you are not consciously aware of the need for it then you may find yourself lost in thought. The time is right to break old codes and patterns.
An extra busy time close to home continues. The emphasis will ease off this week. You will enter into a creative cycle that could produce new intuitions, epiphanies and inventions. These will also have the effect of shaking things up in your closest relationships. A push for greater financial returns is part of the plot.
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Aquarius (Jan 19-Feb 19)
A good deal of activity behind the scenes has been keeping you busy. Studies are likely but they are woven with the urge to retreat. You also have been dealing with some health challenges. Sun, Venus, and Mercury entering your sign will activate new interests and pioneering initiatives. These will also inspire you to new modes of self-expression.
Capricorn (Dec 21-Jan 19)
Powerful energies activating your pioneering passions have been underway over the past several weeks. These continue yet are now undergoing a shift. Deciphering your best direction remains a central theme. Changes in your priorities is applying pressure for changes to occur in your public and/or professional life.
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JAN. 25 | THURSDAY
S T O R Y B Y S E A N M C A L I N D I N | P H O T O S B Y M AT T H E W M U R P H Y
Jan. 26-28 | 8 p.m. | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev.
TAHOE & TRUCKEE Scotty Kabel Lake Tahoe AleWorkX 2 p.m. Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Aaron Oropeza Truckee Tavern 5 p.m. Molly Mae South Lake Brewing Co. 6 p.m. Dan Copeland w/Peter D. Cottonwood 7 p.m. DJ Parties Roger That! The Loft 10:30 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m. Open Mic Alibi Ale Works 9 p.m. Karaoke Fat Cat Bar 9 p.m. Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m. Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 10 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m. Nick Guerra The Improv 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND
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hile society moves increasingly toward diversity, inclusion and freedom of expression, as soon as someone does something new, off the wall or controversial, he or she is met with streams of tweets both celebrating and chastising the behavior. Although it sometimes feels that this push and pull is enough to cause civilization to spontaneously combust, this sort of tension has been part of our existence since the first proto-human strapped leaves to his feet and called them shoes — while his companions laughed from the edges of unenlightened caves. When the traveling Broadway tour of “Kinky Boots” arrives in Reno, it’s sure to remind audiences of the importance of being understanding of fellow brethren who are, may we say, a little bit different. “I think this musical is important because we are at a big turning point in society where we are trying to be as open and accepting of everyone as we can,” says lead actress Sydney Patrick. “But depending on your environment, it’s not always possible for everyone to be who they want to be no matter what other people think. [“Kinky Boots”] teaches people confidence and brings a sense of camaraderie. If we are all accepting together, we can make beautiful things happen in the world.” Patrick grew up in a musical family and graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theater in 2014. She plays heroine Lauren in the musical. “I used to play cello, but had too much energy for it,” says the 26-year-old Miami native. “The character Lauren is a total zany nutbrain. She acts however she feels and is not really shy. So, I get to explore the crazy side of me, which is so much fun.” 24
“It teaches people confidence and brings a sense of camaraderie. If we are all accepting together, we can make beautiful things happen in the world.”
–Sydney Patrick
Lauren is one character in the performance who demonstrates a sense of tolerance so integral to any healthy community. “I like Lauren because she’s just so real, openhearted, excited and interested by everything,” says Patrick. “She’s not one of the characters who initially judges anyone. She’s a down-and-dirty girl from Northampton just like the lead character, Charlie.” When Charlie arrives back in his small hometown on the unexpected death of his father, he is faced with a decision of how to manage his family’s ailing shoe factory.
After spontaneously meeting drag queen Lola and his cast of showgirl angels, Charlie and Lauren formulate an untraditional scheme to save the business by moving into the realm of high-heeled men’s boots. “Kinky Boots” is based on the true story of the W.J. Brooks shoe factory in Northamptonshire, England, which survived the 1970s influx of cheap, foreign manufactured shoes by transitioning from traditional leather into exotic footwear. The 16 original songs in the production were written by 1980s pop star and LGBTQ rights activist Cyndi Lauper of “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” fame. “I love it so much because it’s based on a true story,” says Patrick. “The writers went to the factory and researched the people who worked there. It’s a very relatable plot. The music is amazing. You get to rock out. You get to laugh. It’s also warm and deeply touching.” As our planet’s populations somehow become increasingly divided and connected at the same time, this may be the perfect opportunity to check out this show. “I think it’s an amazing message to share with the world right now,” says Patrick. “It’s a story that people need to hear. … It’s all about being who you want to be.” For more information and for tickets, visit pioneercenter.com.
Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Tully Green Bella Fiore Wines 5:30 p.m. Brother Dan Boomtown 6 p.m. Dave Leather Sassafras 6:30 p.m. Terri, Craig & Mick Glen Eagles 7 p.m. After Dark Band Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m. Rose’s Pawn Shop Peppermill 7 p.m. Frank Perry Jazz Combo 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m. Platinum Atlantis 8 p.m. Bobbie & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Lumbercat Studio on 4th 9 p.m. Cookie Monsta 1 Up 10 p.m. Z’s Third Degree The Bluebird 10 p.m. The Wiz Kid Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties 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 “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 7:30 p.m. Dennis Blair Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. Jimmy Earl and Yoshi Pioneer Underground 8 p.m. Comedy Night LEX Grand Sierra 8 p.m.
JAN. 26 | FRIDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 11 a.m. Andis Acoustic Stash Lake Tahoe AleWorkX 2 p.m. Hans Eberbach Plaza Bar 3 p.m. Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Andrew Ohren Nakoma Resort 5 p.m. Germán López North Tahoe Events Center 7 p.m. Pete Charles & Gary Stutz Auld Dubliner 7 p.m. Renegade Cottonwood 7 p.m. Tahoe Dance Band South Lake Senior Center 7:30 p.m. Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Mystique McP’s Pub 9 p.m.
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Chris Robinson Brotherhood Crystal Bay Club 9 p.m. Del the Funky Homosapien & Black Rock City Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. Uncle Funkle Bar of America 9:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Cat East Peak Lodge 1 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. Live DJ Hard Rock 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke 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. Nick Guerra The Improv 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Platinum Atlantis 4 p.m. Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m. John Palmore Boomtown 5 p.m. Jack Di Carlo Gold Hill Hotel 5:30 p.m. Arizona Jones Max’s Casino 6 p.m. Craig, Terri, Rocky & D. Spiteri Glen Eagles 7 p.m. Corky Bennett Reno Senior Center 7:30 p.m. Andersen Ackerson Harrah’s 8 p.m. The Piano Guys Silver Legacy 8 p.m. After Dark Band Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m.
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Theater, Comedy & Dance Nick-N-Bobby Act Weird Pioneer Underground 6:30 p.m. “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. Dennis Blair Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. “Kinky Boots” Pioneer Center 8 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m. Lester Speight & Friends Pioneer Underground 9 p.m.
JAN. 27 | SATURDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE The Tritones Jazz Blues Band Sierra-at-Tahoe 1 p.m. Jeff Jones Village at Squaw 2 p.m. Lost Whiskey Engine Alpine Bar 2 p.m. Sierra Drifter Heavenly Cal Bar 3:30 p.m. Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Live music Hard Rock 4 p.m. Hans Eberbach Plaza Bar 6 p.m. Bison Divided Sky 7 p.m. Live music Donner Ski Ranch 7 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Free Fall w/Roger That! The Loft 9 p.m. Ron’s Garage McP’s Pub 9 p.m. Jake Nielson’s Triple Threat Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. Uncle Funkle Bar of America 9:30 p.m.
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Dave Matthews, Keith Urban coming to Tahoe Dave Matthews Band and Keith Urban will be heading to Tahoe this summer as part of Harvey’s Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series as first reported at TheTahoeWeekly.com. They join Charlie Puth performing on Aug. 18. Country music superstar Urban will perform two shows with Kelsea Ballerini on July 21 and 22, with the Dave Matthews Band performing on Sept. 7. Tickets are on sale now. | harveystahoe.com
the Reno Events Center on Feb. 3.
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Truckee Community Theater is holding auditions for “9 to 5” on Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Truckee Community Arts Center. For audition requirements, character lines for the audition, cast list break down and “9 to 5” pages, visit the Web site. Callbacks will be on Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. Rehearsals will take place March through April for the performances in May. | truckeecommunitytheater.org
Rose’s Pawn Shop Peppermill 8 p.m. Heroes of Rock & Roll Circus Circus 9 p.m. Soul Slap Pignic Pub 9 p.m. La Safari, The Happy Trails & Spencer Kilpatrick Studio on 4th 9 p.m. Soul Persuaders Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m. The Grimtones 3rd Street Bar 9 p.m. The Starliters Boomtown 9 p.m. Rebekah Chase Band Atlantis 10 p.m. The Wiz Kid 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. Guest DJs St. James Infirmary 9 p.m. DJ Roni V Eldorado 10 p.m. DJ Kronik Silver Legacy 10 p.m. DJ Mo Funk El Jefe’s 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.
Dirty Revival Crystal Bay Club 10 p.m. FreeFall ft. Roger That! The Loft 10 p.m. DJ Parties Live DJ Big Blue View Bar 12 p.m. DJ Cat East Peak Lodge 1 p.m. DJ Crispylicious Coffeebar Squaw 3 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. Live DJ Hard Rock 10 p.m. Live DJ Rookies 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke MontBleu 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m. Jim Brewer Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. Electrify: Rock N Roll Burlesque Show Hard Rock 9 p.m. Nick Guerra The Improv 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Platinum Atlantis 4 p.m. Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m. John Palmore Boomtown 5 p.m. Live music David Walley’s Hot Springs 6 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 26
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Learn stand-up Kat Simmons next stand-up comedy class will begin on Feb. 5 at the COD Casino in Minden, Nev. The class is from 6 to 8 p.m. through March 12. On the last night, the class will present a public showcase so students can perform routines. This class is as much for the person terrified of getting on a microphone as the person who can’t get off of it. | RSVP (775) 721-8864
Be the beauty or the beast A.V.A. Ballet is hosting auditions for “Beauty and the Beast” on Feb. 3 at the Conservatory of Movement in Reno, Nev. Dancers of all levels of experience are encouraged to audition, however, three years of ballet training is recommended. From 1:45 to 2 p.m. Corps de Ballet will audition and from 2 to 2:45 p.m. dancers ages 10 to 12 will audition. “Beauty and the Beast” will be performed at the Pioneer Center on May 5 and 6. | (775) 762-5165 or avaballet.com
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t’s been a beautiful day on the hill. You lean your skis against the rack and head into the Village at Squaw Valley for a latte or a beer. At Coffeebar, the electronic beats of a DJ’s sound system draw you inside. There is the unmistakable desire to shake your booty. You’ve arrived at the newest hip event in Olympic Valley. The Après Ski Music Series at Coffeebar is hosted by Drop Theory’s Isaac Freed, aka Funksalot, co-owner and musical director of Music in Tahoe, a company that provides DJ, live music and sound engineering services. Freed has curated a lineup of well-known local and regional DJs – Disco Terrorist, micah j, ZEBUEL and aRusty B – to kick off the ski season.
Saturdays | 3-7 p.m. Coffeebar Squaw Valley Jan. 27 | DJ Crispylicious Feb. 3 | DJ Dubfyah Feb. 10 | DJ ΔUX Feb. 17 | DJ Mancub and Disco Terrorist Truckee’s Disco Terrorist, Andrew Browning, plays a dance mix of funk, bass, breaks, house and hip-hop. “I love playing things that make you want to dance, with lots of horns, brass and funky guitar riffs. It’s a mix that’s busy with lots of sounds and vocal samples, lots of change in tempo
“ It’s a time of moving from coffee and work and people getting off the mountain to shifting the energy into a club-like scene with lighting and higher tempo sounds.”
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GHI Jazz Living the Good Life 6 p.m. Corky Bennett Bavarian World 6 p.m. Arizona Jones Max’s Casino 6 p.m. Craig, Terri, Rocky & D. Spiteri Glen Eagles 7 p.m. Rose’s Pawn Shop Peppermill 8 p.m. The Electric and Sad Giants The Saint 8 p.m. After Dark Band Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Andersen Ackerson Harrah’s 8 p.m. Sheastie Boys Shea’s Tavern 8 p.m. Heroes of Rock & Roll Circus Circus 9 p.m. Soul Persuaders Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Darabello Studio on 4th 9 p.m. Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m. The Starliters Boomtown 9 p.m. Whiskey Haulers 3rd Street Bar 9:30 p.m. Worthy w/Born Dirty 1 Up 10 p.m. Ying Yang Twins Lex Grand Sierra 10 p.m. Rebekah Chase Band Atlantis 10 p.m. The Wiz Kid Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties Living the Good Life 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. DJ Kronik 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. Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m. Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance TEDx University of Nevada Reno Sparks Convention Center 8 a.m. “Kinky Boots” Pioneer Center 2 & 8 p.m. “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 2 & 7:30 p.m. Lester Speight & Friends Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. Dennis Blair Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m. Lewis Black Grand Sierra 8 p.m. “Essence” Harrah’s 10 p.m.
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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 “Kinky Boots” Pioneer Center 1 & 7 p.m. “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 2 p.m. Dennis Blair Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.
JAN. 29 | MONDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 3 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 & Dr. Spitmore Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m. The Contraptionists Peppermill 6 p.m. Tandymonium Boomtown 6 p.m. Dizzy Wright & Joyner Lucas Jub Jub’s 7 p.m. Glaare, Fearing, Werewolf Club The Saint 8 p.m. A World Without Glass/Glass Creatures/ Dissidence Shea’s Tavern 8 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. Gold Hill Hotel 7 p.m. Karaoke West 2nd Street 9:30 p.m. Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 10 p.m.
JAN. 30 | TUESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Buddy Emmer Band Harrah’s 8 p.m. 3 Guys Will Move U! 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.
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DJs play their unique style and electronic remixes – funk, rock, house, hip-hop and break beat These dance parties are free and fun. “During the first hour, we [musically] warm the room. It’s a time of moving from coffee and work and people getting off the mountain to shifting the energy into a club-like scene with lighting and higher tempo sounds. Some people come dressed up and look like they are going to a Rambo Productions party,” says Freed. According to Freed, he caters his DJ sets to the artists he’s playing with: “The DJs play back-to-back, which keeps the artists guessing, keeps it fresh, new and different. It’s like playing a game of catch with the music. The music changes every week.” Tahoma’s DJ Rusty B, half of the infamous All Good Funk Alliance, turns up the break beats, funk and disco. “Break beats offer syncopated, bouncy up-tempos that originated in the U.K. It’s a huge genre in electronic music,” Freed says. “Dubfyah mixes dance hall and reggae sounds that are really fun. He brings a Jamaican vibe and remixes island sounds with samples of popular music.” 26
and genres,” he says. “When I DJ, it’s to make other people dance and because I love dancing. I play what makes me lose it on the dance floor.” On Jan. 27, DJ Crispylicious, Christie Callaghan, will be featured. She offers up remixes with a diverse set list. “She plays the dopiest remixes of feel-good music, like Joe Cocker mixed with Michael Jackson and heavy bass,” according to Freed. Callaghan found her way as a DJ when she moved to Tahoe and connected with the DJ scene. She met Little Miss Mixer, Samantha Rawlings, who took Callaghan under her wing and became her mentor. Callaghan eventually found her niche; she describes her sound as ghetto funk. “I play funk, hip-hop, disco and pop and feel-good remixes with recognizable songs that have upbeat tempos and are very energetic,” says Callaghan. The upcoming lineup includes DJ Dubfyah on Feb. 3, Kings Beach’s DJ ∆UX on Feb 10 and DJ Mancub from Space Cowboys and Disco Terrorist on Feb. 17. The Après Ski Music Series invites everyone to drop in and get down every Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. until April. | squawalpine.com/events
Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. 3 Years of Rock Hard Rock 4 p.m. Ron’s Garage 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. Nick Guerra The Improv 9 p.m. 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. The Contraptionists Peppermill 6 p.m. Stephen Lord Boomtown 6 p.m. John Shipley Gold Hill Hotel 6:30 p.m. Royce The Point 7 p.m. Rebekah Chase Band Atlantis 8 p.m. Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m.
CW & Dr. Spitmore Comma Coffee 12 p.m. John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m. The Contraptionists Peppermill 6 p.m. Bill Wharton Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Jonathon Barton Boomtown 6 p.m. Canyon White Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m. Tune-in Tuesdays Ceol Irish Pub 7 p.m. Jazz Extravaganza Carson City Community Center 7 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. Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance John Caponera Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.
JAN. 31 | WEDNESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 3 p.m. Ike & Martin “M.S. Dixie” 5:30 p.m. Jackson & Billy McP’s Pub 8 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo 9 p.m.
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IRATION
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.
Jan. 31 | 7:30 p.m. Cargo Concert Hall | Reno, Nev.
RENO & BEYOND Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m. John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Eve Musselman Max’s Casino 6 p.m. The Contraptionists Peppermill 6 p.m. Bill Wharton Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Terri & Craig Glen Eagles 7 p.m. Jazz Jam Living the Good Life 7 p.m. Rick Metz Blues Jam Sands Regency 7 p.m. 10 Years w/From Ashes to New Jub Jub’s 7 p.m. Iration w/The Movement & Tyrone’s Jacket Grand Sierra 8 p.m. Live Blues The Saint 8 p.m. The Toasters/Swigs/Knocked Down Shea’s Tavern 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 St. James Infirmary 1 p.m. Open Mic Red Dog Saloon 7 p.m. Open Mic Firkin & Fox 7 P.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance John Caponera Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.
FEB. 1 | THURSDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Aaron Oropeza Truckee Tavern 5 p.m. Todd Clouser Divided Sky 7 p.m. DJ Parties Roger That! The Loft 10:30 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m. Open Mic Alibi Ale Works 9 p.m. Karaoke Fat Cat Bar 9 p.m. Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m. Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 10 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Lee Jones Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m.
Iration plays at Cargo on Jan. 31 with The Movement and Tyrone’s Jacket.
Tully Green Bella Fiore Wines 5:30 p.m. Dave Leather Sassafras 6:30 p.m. Terri, Craig & Mick Glen Eagles 7 p.m. Buddy Emmer Band Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m. Frank Perry Jazz Combo 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m. Loud as Folk Pignic Pub 8 p.m. Bobbie & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 8:30 p.m. DJ R3volver Silver Legacy 9 p.m. DJ Mo Funk Silver Legacy 9 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 “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 7:30 p.m. John Caponera Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m.
FEB. 2 | FRIDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Lee Jones Gunbarrel Tavern 11 a.m. Live music Plaza Bar 3 p.m.
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Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Eric Andersen Nakoma Resort 5 p.m. Jacked Up Tahoe Loft Bar 5:30 p.m. Songwriters in the Round Comma Coffee 6 p.m. You Knew Me When South Tahoe Brewing Co. 6:30 p.m. Rahim AlHaj Truckee Community Arts Center 7 p.m. Pete Charles & Gary Stutz Auld Dubliner 7 p.m. Tahoe Dance Band South Lake Senior Center 7:30 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m. Tower of Power MontBleu 8 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Under the Radar Bar of America 9:30 p.m. The Sam Chase & The Untraditional Crystal Bay Club 10 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Cat East Peak Lodge 1 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. Live DJ Hard Rock 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Punk Rock Karaoke Tourist Club 9 p.m. MontBleu 9 p.m.
THE CONTRAPTIONISTS
INDUSTRIAL FOLK ROCK
Jan. 28-30 | 6 p.m. Peppermill Reno | Reno, Nev. THE CONTRAPTIONISTS are a duo driven by percussive precision, jangling instrumentation and bold melodies. Their sonic high-wire act is driven by soaring instrumentation and bold melodies. This industrial folk-rock experiment was conceived and crafted in their loft on the edge of downtown Los Angeles. | peppermillreno.com
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WEEKLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS AND TIMES: MONDAYS TAHOE CITY | 3:00pm to 3:30pm Fairway Community Center, 330 Fairway Drive TUESDAYS TRUCKEE | 3:30pm to 4pm Sierra Senior Center, 10040 Estates Drive WEDNESDAYS KINGS BEACH | 3:00pm to 3:30pm Community House, 265 Bear Street THURSDAYS INCLINE VILLAGE | 3:00pm to 3:30pm St. Patrick’s Church 341 Village Blvd. ProjectMana.org
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Phone: (775) 881-7562 Email: tercinfo@ucdavis.edu Hands-on science activities, Web: terc.ucdavis.edu
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Chris Robinson Brotherhood comes to Crystal Bay Casino on Jan. 26
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CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD, formed by Black Crowes singer Chris Robinson, is a band that thrives on the unexpected. The band offers intense jams and a shimmering acid-Americana sound, which establishes members as the new standard bearers of the psychedelic-roots torch. There’s an after party with Moondog Matinee. | crystalbaycasino.com
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Feb. 2 & 3 | 8 p.m. MontBleu Casino Resort | Stateline, Nev. SINCE 1968, Tower of Power has delivered their brand of music to their fans, appearing before sold-out crowds. Band leader and founding member, Emilio Castillo, has labeled their sound as “Urban Soul Music,” which has been going strong for 50 years. The rhythm section lays down a groove like no other while the horns bring hard-hitting, vibrations. Combine those with amazing lead vocals and the dynamics are incredible. | montbleuresort.com
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Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m. Electrify: Rock N Roll Burlesque Show Hard Rock 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Gil Eldorado 4:30 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. Bill Wharton Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Jackie Landrum Harrah’s 8 p.m. Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Just Us Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Ashley Red Eldorado 10 p.m. MagNicoSynth Pignic Pub 10 p.m. DJ Parties 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 Roni V & DJ Bob Richards Eldorado 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. DJ Chris English Peppermill 1 a.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.
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John Caponera Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m. Bill Burr Reno Ballroom 8 p.m. Kabir “Kabeezy” Singh Pioneer Underground 9 p.m.
FEB. 3 | SATURDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Chi McClean Village at Squaw 2 p.m. Live music Alpine Bar 2 p.m. Live music Hard Rock 4 p.m. Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Live music Plaza Bar 6 p.m. Black Star Safari Divided Sky 7 p.m. Tower of Power MontBleu 8 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. Chris Costa Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe Crystal Bay Club 9 p.m. Local Anthology Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. Under the Radar Bar of America 9:30 p.m. Larry Bird’s Mustache Auld Dubliner 9:30 p.m. O.T. Genasis Lex Grand Sierra 10 p.m. DJ Parties Live DJ Big Blue View Bar 12 p.m. DJ Cat East Peak Lodge 1 p.m. DJ Dubfyah Coffeebar Squaw 3 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. Live DJ Rookies 10 p.m. Live DJ Hard Rock 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke 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.
Crooked I, Liquid Assassin, Statik G Jub Jub’s 8 p.m. Scott Pemberton The Saint 8 p.m. Bill Wharton Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Jackie Landrum Harrah’s 8 p.m. Void Vator/Final Drive/Rooftop Betty Shea’s Tavern 8 p.m. Dance Party St. James Infirmary 9 p.m. Rock N Roll Experience Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Just Us Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Running with Ravens & The Electric 3rd Street Bar 9 p.m. Ashley Red Eldorado 10 p.m. DJ Parties Living the Good Life 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 Dan The Bluebird 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. Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Kabir “Kabeezy” Singh Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. John Caponera Laugh Factory 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m. “Essence” Harrah’s 10 p.m.
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FEB. 5 | MONDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE 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 Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Paul Covarelli Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Rock N Roll Experience Eldorado 10 p.m. DJ Parties Amp Ent DJ Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Java Jungle 7 p.m. Gold Hill Hotel 7 p.m. Karaoke West 2nd Street 9:30 p.m. Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 10 p.m.
FEB. 6 | TUESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE 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 CW & Dr. Spitmore Comma Coffee 12 p.m. John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Paul Covarelli 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. Hippie Sabotage Cargo 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. Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Rondell Sheridan Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m.
FEB. 7 | WEDNESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Ike & Martin “M.S. Dixie” 5:30 p.m. Stick Figure Crystal Bay Club 9 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. RENO & BEYOND Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m. John Shipley Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Paul Covarelli Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Terri & Craig Glen Eagles 7 p.m. Rick Metz Blues Jam Sands Regency 7 p.m. The Hazytones, Kanawha, Lightning Rules Jub Jub’s 8 p.m. Bobbie R. & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m. DJ Parties Bingo & Country Rock DJ Silver Legacy 8 p.m. DJ Sam Forbes Eldorado 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic St. James Infirmary 1 p.m. Open Mic Red Dog Saloon 7 p.m. Open Mic Firkin & Fox 7 P.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Rondell Sheridan Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m.
FEB. 8 | THURSDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 4 p.m. Aaron Oropeza Truckee Tavern 5 p.m. Bass Camp’s Onesie Party w/Groove Cartel The Loft 10 p.m. DJ Parties Roger That! The Loft 10:30 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m. Open Mic Alibi Ale Works 9 p.m. Karaoke Fat Cat Bar 9 p.m. Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m. Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 10 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance “Magic Fusion” The Loft 7 & 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Gil Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Tully Green Bella Fiore Wines 5:30 p.m. Dave Leather Sassafras 6:30 p.m. Terri, Craig & Mick Glen Eagles 7 p.m. Decoy Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m. Frank Perry Jazz Combo 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m. Squirrel Nut Zippers The Saint 8 p.m. Bobbie & Paul J. Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Bazooka Zoo’s Groovy Good Time Bash St. James Infirmary 9 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 8:30 p.m. DJ R3volver Silver Legacy 9 p.m. DJ Mo Funk Silver Legacy 9 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 “Steel Magnolias” Reno Little Theater 7:30 p.m. Rondell Sheridan Laugh Factory 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Eli Kerr Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. “The Lion in Winter” Brüka Theatre 8 p.m.
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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 I was heard circling above. The pilot brought the plane in low, about 400 feet above the bonfires. No one could see the aircraft, but for a few minutes they heard the drone of its motors. A few minutes later, the hum of engines faded into the distance as the plane headed back over the mountains. In the darkness, no one had seen any supplies dropped — no one except Charlie Swanson who was nearly killed by a plummeting box of food as he stood under a tall pine tree. He was saved when the wooden crate of fresh vegetables shattered against the thick branches and showered carrots and potatoes into the snow around him. Residents were told that there would be 10 boxes of food dropped, but despite an extensive search that night by men and women on skis and snowshoes, just two boxes of meat were located. The following morning, they had better luck and were able to dig up all but one of the missing crates of provisions. All the boxes were broken, but the contents remained undamaged and edible. A portion of the food went to Tahoe City families and the remainder was delivered to other North Shore communities by outboard motorboat. On Feb. 21, a rotary snowplow that had been slowly churning its way from Truckee for seven days finally roared into Tahoe City, opening a one-way road between the two communities for only the second time in a month. Close behind the plow followed a truck loaded with the U.S. mail, its first appearance in 12 days. There were more than 20 mountain fatalities that winter from avalanches and exposure, but spring was worse with hundreds more dying in the catastrophic flooding that swept much of the Golden State as the snowpack melted. The winter of 1938 started late, but powerful storms in February managed to produce epic snowfall to set a new record.
flows that were damaging dams and power generation equipment on the Truckee River. The heavy snowfall was too much for the 14 snowplows in operation in the vicinity and even the main highway to Carson City, Nev., was closed for several days. There was no news from
Over the course of 14 days in February 1938, Donner Pass was hit with a phenomenal 341 inches of snow — 28.5 feet — an average of about 1 inch per hour nonstop for two weeks.
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he winter of 1937-38 pummeled the Tahoe Sierra with heavy snow 80 years ago, but just like last season’s record precipitation, the weathermen 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 the overwhelming snowfall that buried our region in January 2017 was exceeded in 1938 when a barrage of intense, cold storms dumped nearly 29 feet of snow in 14 days. The grand total of 819 inches of snow – more than 68 feet – measured near Donner Pass that year is still the greatest seasonal snowfall on record since 1879. On Feb. 14, 1938, the snow depth at Southern Pacific’s Norden Station at Donner Pass towered nearly 20 feet. Railroad traffic was stalled throughout the Sierra. Even Southern Pacific’s newly acquired $2 million train, “City of San Francisco,” was delayed by the derailment of a rotary snowplow that hit a tree buried in a snow slide. Just six weeks after its inaugural run, the train billed as the “largest, fastest, most beautiful, powerful and luxurious streamliner ever designed,” was stalled for nearly a day near Donner Pass. The passengers got off easy this time. In January 1952, the “City of San Francisco” would be snowbound by a major storm west of Donner Pass and its desperate passengers were not evacuated for several days.
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Over the course of 14 days in February 1938, Donner Pass was hit with a phenomenal 341 inches of snow — 28.5 feet — an average of about 1 inch per hour nonstop for two weeks. The massive storm dumped more than 17 feet on Truckee during the same time frame. The overwhelming snow fall isolated communities throughout 30
Tahoe City residents recover boxes of fresh food after an emergency airdrop. | Courtesy North Lake Tahoe Historical Society
the region. The main highway from Reno, Nev., to Quincy was blocked for days by snow slides. To make matters worse, an avalanche wiped out transmission lines and cut off all power and communication to the small mountain town. The town of Portola in northeastern California had 6 feet of snow on the ground. For nearly a week the town had no electricity or telephone service. The mining community of La Porte was arguably in the worst shape; their local saloons had run out of liquor. The recently built Feather River Highway, celebrated as a beautiful all-weather alternative route over the Sierra, was closed for 30 days due to rock and mud slides. Nevada also had its share of problems. There was so much snow in Reno that hundreds of truckloads of the stuff were being dumped into a large vacant lot next to the Truckee River. Sierra Pacific Power Company hired 300 men to break up ice
California for eight days due to downed telephone lines. On Feb. 16, the relentless storm finally moved east, giving way to clear skies and cold temperatures. Tahoe City’s residents had survived 17 feet of new snow in 16 days, but they were still in a tight spot. The main roads were buried under snow 12 feet deep with drifts approaching 20 feet. There had been no mail deliveries to Tahoe City for a week and no fresh food for twice that long. Most households were completely out of butter, eggs, coffee, bread, milk, fruit and vegetables. Supplies of canned food were running low. No one was starving yet, but several families with young children were worried as their pantries emptied. On Feb. 19, with all roads impassable and the highway department’s rotary snowplow still at least two days away, pioneer Tahoe City businessman Carl “Pop” Bechdolt Sr. used the last remaining telephone wire to communicate with the outside world. He contacted California’s governor about the dire situation and was promised immediate action to get food into the area. Over the next 48 hours, airdrops for Lake Tahoe communities were organized in the San Francisco area with supplies provided by the Red Cross. On Feb. 22, Tahoe City residents built signal fires in the middle of the town’s snow-covered golf course and that evening an airplane
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TRUCKEE’S FAMOUS HILLTOP Across the Truckee River from Truckee’s downtown Commercial Row lies Hilltop, a small hill that had attracted snow sports enthusiasts since the 1870s. By the mid-1920s, Truckee was well known as a winter recreation resort, with much of the activity centered at Hilltop. Abundant snow made Hilltop a popular attraction during the winter of 1938. Note the 140-foot-tall scaffold ski jump local townspeople built on the ridge to the left.
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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Soup and a movie Olympic Valley Tahoe Food Hub and Slow Food Lake Tahoe are hosting a pop up Community Soup Night on Feb. 8 before the Alpenglow Winter Film Series at Olympic Valley Lodge. Soup’s on from 5 to 6:30 p.m. followed by the show at 7 p.m. Soup and bread are $5 and a salad can be added for $2 more. The soup will be a Thai curry vegetable prepared by Squaw Valley’s executive chef Tiffany Swan. Drink specials will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to bring their own bowl in an effort to reduce waste. Local musician, Anne Mare Sheridan, will perform. The Alpenglow Winter Film Series is free; renowned ski mountaineer Hilaree O’Neil will be featured. There’s a raffle to raise money for the featured nonprofit beneficiary of the night — Tahoe Food Hub. See details in Events. | tahoefoodhub.org
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looked in the mirror and saw dark circles under my eyes. I’d been more tired than usual and feeling on the edge of getting sick, again. Acupuncture helped but I suspected that there were other underlying issues that needed to be addressed. In addition to acupuncture I decided to explore the naturopathy route. I met with Tahoe City Naturopath Christina Campbell who tested my adrenal function, ran a series of blood tests and took a food sensitivity /allergy test. Campbell suspected food sensitivity was the root of my problem. Although I eat a well balanced diet and limit my intake of processed foods, I was perplexed as to what foods I might be sensitive or reactive to. After my test results came back Campbell sat across from me and said, “I have good news and I have bad news.” I groaned. All my blood work was excellent and my adrenals were fine. I did, as she suspected, have a number of food sensitivities. These food sensitivities were apparently the culprit of my issues. Potential perforations in my gut were affecting my digestive system, impairing my immune system and could possibly be the root of my fatigue and exhaustion. Campbell slid the graph of the results of my food sensitivity panel across the desk. I scanned the lines on the pages that moved
Christina Campbell sat across from me and said, “I have good news and I have bad news.” I groaned. from low reactive foods to high reactive foods. My food sensitivities ranged from wheat and gluten (I love bread and pasta), eggs (what would I eat for breakfast?) and dairy (well there goes my addiction to cow cheese). The food panel also had some unusual sensitivity to a number of fruits like cranberries, pineapple and bananas (OK, I can live without these). Also out were sugar and yeast products. I sat back and thought, “OK, what do I eat?” I could eat all animal protein except for poultry and eggs, and I could eat most vegetables (no string beans or mushrooms). I think the hardest part of the undertaking was to rethink my diet and take the time to prepare foods to have ready to eat when I was hungry. I realized that dining out would be another challenging endeavor entirely. Many of the food sensitivities I have can be found in ordinary foods and hidden in forms that are not overtly obvious. For instance soy sauce has gluten in it, many prepared sauces have yeast or yeast extract and sugar additives, and salad dressings often contain sugar or other processed ingredients. Eggs and bread-
crumbs are also in many dishes. Thus began my three-month experiment. I began slowly at first, eliminating wheat and cow dairy. I wanted to be mindful and not fall into the habit of substituting gluten free options as most of them are quite processed. If this is what it took to feel better I was prepared to embark on this daunting undertaking. The second step was cut out any refined sugar, eggs and poultry. Chia pudding with walnuts and raisins, quinoa porridge and savory meals became my go-to breakfast options. For lunch and dinner, I’d lean toward clean protein and cooked vegetables (raw vegetables during the cold months are harder to digest). And I decided to take a break from red wine and alcohol for a period of time to explore how I felt. This has been difficult thus far; who doesn’t love a glass of wine with dinner? Our gut health is imperative to our well-being. The digestive system is a key to optimum health. Processed food and stress affect our digestion, which in turn affects the systems of the body. “Our primary digestive organ is the spleen. Physical and mental stress affect
Chia pudding with walnuts and raisins and quinoa porridge are great options for breakfast.
spleen function, as well as not eating consistently or being present while you eat, which can cause us not to be able to absorb nutrients and then we do not getting any chi (energy) from our food. When we are intolerant of certain foods it can create heat and inflammation in the body,” explains Tahoe acupuncturist Lauren Corda.
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Meet your (veggie) maker Alpine Meadows New this winter at the Tahoe Food Hub Farm Shop is the Meet Your Maker series on the last Friday of every month from 2 to 6 p.m. until March 30. Meet Your Maker gives the public a chance to meet the people who grow, raise and make our food. The next event is Jan. 26. Every Meet Your Maker will have two to three producers with samples and information. Other featured guests will include specialty food producers and other culinary artisans who make products such as pasta, cheese, sauces, jams and more. There will be shop specials, local music and, occasionally, the fun will roll into the evening with a cooking class, workshop or food film. | tahoefoodhub.org
Pop in for a Pop Up Truckee Stella at Cedar House Sport Hotel in Truckee offers a Pop Up Dinner Series several times per month. Designed and
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It’s winter and it’s America, ergo, Zinfandel. Stay with classic producers and Old-Vine versions. You may pay a few more dollars for this style and you’ll get dry, spicy, earthy, berry-liciousness and be saving this California original because many of the older vineyards will be replaced with higher yielding new vines if we don’t support them. Petite Sirah is another big-winter winner because it is voluptuous, inky and full of black plums and brambles. This grape makes magic wherever it’s grown, so experiment with wines from Paso Robles to Mendocino and all points in between. Syrah/Shiraz from the world over makes for great fireside sipping. Rich and wonderful value Syrahs from California, Australia and Chile are available everywhere. Syrahs come in many styles from ripe and fruit filled, to dry and earthy. Ask your local wine-shop guru for his or her top tips. Tempranillo and Garnacha blends are native to Northern Spain and the Spanish choose these to warm their souls in their frigid winters. Don’t rule out domestic versions because they can bring an extra level of ripeness and body that is just right for our chilly mountain weather.
These are just five of the many wonderful wines to bring folks together. They are not bad for a pray for snow gathering, either. But don’t stop here; use your own wine knowledge and palate to add even more fun to winter and your wine adventure by picking bigger-bodied, spicy wines of any grape or origin and share, share, share. 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. Click on Wine Column under the Local Flavor tab.
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thought I’d share a few fun facts about endive along with a recipe that works well as a side dish or appetizer called Belgian Endive Crespelle. Belgian endive is a small cylindrical head of pale, tightly packed leaves. Endive, first cultivated by a Belgian in the 1830s, are principally grown in the French part of Flanders and Picardy. In fact, France is now the No. 1 producer of endive. It is
There are many other easy and delicious ways to prepare Belgian Endive: braised, sautéed or oven roasted are just a few.
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also known as chicon, witloof (white leaf ) or barbe-de-bouc (goat’s beard). Endive is raised under a covering of straw to deprive it of light so that it retains its white color. Once out of the dark, it turns green and develops a bitter flavor. Whiteness is the key to freshness with endive; when buying it, avoid those with any green. Buy crisp, firmly packed heads
of Belgian endive and store them wrapped in a paper towel inside a plastic bag for a day or two. The peak season for Belgian endive is November through April. On a healthy note, endive is a great source of vitamin A. Most of us think of endive as an ingredient in salads. While that works, there are many other easy and delicious ways to prepare it: braised, sautéed or oven roasted are just a few. The French and Belgians have many ways to prepare this winter vegetable. The most famous is probably as a gratin with or without ham. In Flanders, endive is often served as an entrée with crushed hard-boiled eggs and butter or in a salad with potatoes. I have another preparation idea – try Belgian Endive Crespelle. Smitty is a personal chef specializing in dinner parties, cooking classes and special events. Trained under Master Chef Anton Flory at Top Notch Resort in Stowe, Vt., Smitty is known for his creative use of fresh ingredients. Contact him at tmmsmitty@gmail.com or (530) 412-3598. To read archived copies of Smitty’s column, visit chefsmitty.com or TheTahoeWeekly.com. Click on Chef’s Recipe under the Local Flavor tab.
BELGIAN ENDIVE CRESPELLE
From the kitchen of: Chef David “Smitty” Smith · Serves 8 8 large Belgian endive, with ¼-inch cut off the end 2 oz. butter 1 C chicken stock Salt and white pepper 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 C whole cream 1 C ground parmesan or Gruyere 1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated 8 thin slices of quality ham of your choice 8 thin crepes Place the endive with butter, chicken stock and salt and pepper in an oven-proof dish. Cover with foil and place in a preheated 450 degree F oven. Bake for aproximately 45 minutes or until tender. When the endive are ready, place in a colander to drain. Keep the liquid. Squeeze endive until dry. Set aside. Put all cooking liquid in saucepan and reduce by half. Add cream, salt and pepper, cheese and nutmeg. Gently simmer until it thickens. Wrap endive in ham and then in the crepes. Place in oven-proof dish, pour sauce over them and bake for 15 minutes. This is now ready to be served as an appetizer. To serve as an entreé, I would omit the crepes and bake in the oven with mashed potatoes. You can also replace the endive with leek, another excellent winter vegetable.
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