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HEAD INTO THE BACK COUNTRY “Eye up that chute. Drop. Soft and sweet. I’m not wearing headphones, but that track is playing in the back of my head, you know, the one where it’s you in the ski movie, making perfect hero turns with a giant smile across your face, maybe letting out a whoot, whoot or two …,” writes Alyssa Ganong of her bluebird powder day with Homewood Snowcat Adventures. Doesn’t that make you want to explore Homewood and take in untracked powder set against the backdrop of Big Blue? Homewood Mountain Resort has moved into the big league this season offering an unparalleled option for skiers and snowboarders anxious to explore the back country, but not quite ready to head out on his or her own. Guided back-country ski tours offer those new to backcountry skiing and riding the ability to get into the back country with trained guides versed in avalanche safety. Not ready to explore Tahoe’s back country? Then, how about historic cross-country trails set against the forests of the West Shore and along Lake Tahoe’s shores at Sugar Pine Point State Park. Tim Hauserman explores this local gem that offers cross-country skiing for a few bucks that’s a great outing for the entire family. Or, book a dog sledding adventure across Squaw Creek meadows as Tim recently enjoyed. Bundle up, sit back and enjoy the breathtaking peaks of Olympic Valley. Expanding entertainment coverage Tahoe Weekly has been covering the entertainment scene throughout Tahoe, Truckee, Reno, Sparks, Carson City and beyond for more than 17 years, and we’re adding a new offering to our unmatched coverage with the addition of writer Sean McAlindin in this edition. With a passion for music and a writing style that draws in the reader, we jumped at the chance to welcome Sean as a contributor to Tahoe Weekly. For this edition, he penned a feature on the release of Sneaky Creatures’ debut album “Dirt Circus,” and we look forward to more than Sean in the future. 

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Truckee Donner Lake

DONNER MEMORIAL STATE PARK

Donner Summit BOREAL

TRUCKEE AIRPORT

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Volume: 39 trillion gallons

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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

Age of Lake Tahoe: 2 million years

There is enough water in Lake Tahoe to supply everyone in the United States with more than 75 gallons of water per day for 5 years.

Natural rim: 6,223’

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Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the U.S. (Crater Lake in Oregon, at 1,932 feet, is the deepest), and the 11th deepest in the world.

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SQUAW VALLEY

Average depth: 1,000 feet

Crystal Bay

Kings Beach

Carnelian Bay

Olympic Valley

CASINOS

DIAMOND PEAK

Incline Village

Tahoe Vista

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Lake Tahoe is as long as the English Channel is wide.

Watershed Area: 312 square miles Zephyr Cove

Average Water Temperature: 42.1˚F Emerald Bay

Average Surface Water Temperature: 51.9˚F

Cascade Lake

Average Surface Temperature in July: 64.9˚F

Fannette Island

Shoreline: 72 miles

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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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Average Snowfall: 409 inches

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How the lake was formed

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 77.8’ in 2014. 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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Cave Rock

East Shore

Drive through one of the area’s natural wonders - 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.

Donner Summit

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.

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.)

Hellman-Ehrman Mansion

West Shore

$10 parking (530) 525-7232 Park | (530) 583-9911 Tours 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

High Camp

Olympic Valley

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

Kings Beach

North Shore

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 and on Brook Street. TART

North Tahoe Arts Center

Tahoe City

Wed.-Mon. | 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 the 64 acres at Highways 89 & 28. TART

Truckee 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

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Emerald Bay

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

Watson Cabin

Bristlecone Beach, Tahoe City

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Tahoe City

(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

Old Jail Museum

Museums

(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 the summer). TART

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.

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

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

KidZone Children’s Museum

Truckee

Tues.-Sun. | Locals’ first Tues. half price (530) 587-5437 | kidzonemuseum.org Closed March 6-14 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

Incline Village & Crystal Bay Historical Society Incline Village

Truckee

Olympic Museum

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

South Lake Tahoe

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

Museum of Sierra Ski History & the 1960 Olympic Winter Games Tahoe City Daily | Free Features official 1960 Winter Olympic items such as skis, promotional literature, collection of official Olympic photographer Bill Briner. Learn the history of skiing in the Sierra. Inside Boatworks Mall. TART

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-foot-long skis used by John “Snowshoe” Thompson, a legendary mail carrier. Located at Boreal off I-80. TART

Visitors’ Centers Kings Beach

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

Incline Village

Tahoe Maritime Museum

Homewood

969 Tahoe Blvd., (800) 468-2463

Fri.-Sun. (530) 525-9253 | tahoemaritimemuseum.org Featuring guided tours, exhibits and hands-on activities for kids on Tahoe’s maritime history. TART

South Lake Tahoe

Tahoe Science Center

Tahoe City

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

3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd., (530) 541-5255

Stateline 169 Hwy. 50, (775) 588-4591 100 North Lake Blvd., (530) 581-6900

Truckee 10065 Donner Pass Road (Depot), (530) 587-8808

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

U.S. Forest Service, South Lake Tahoe

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

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 Road, (530) 587-3558

NORTH LAKE TAHOE & TRUCKEE | TART Bus & shuttle schedules at Visitors’ Centers, laketahoetransit.com, google.com/transit or nextbus.com

Daily | Free | tahoehistory.org Features local history exhibit focusing on 1870-1970, along with “Bonanza” exhibit. Inside Starbucks building. TART

Lake Tahoe Museum

Western SkiSport Museum

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE | BlueGo Visit tahoetransportation.org

REGIONAL SNOW LEVELS Kirkwood Base Depth: 84”

Heavenly Base Depth: 85”

10,000’

Readings taken on Friday, March 4, 2016 Mt. Rose Ski Area Base Depth: 58“- 107”

Squaw Valley Base Depth: 57”- 114”

Sugar Bowl Base Depth: 70”- 140”

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LAKE TAHOE

Measured in Feet | Natural rim 6,223’

Elevation 6,222.25 | Elevation in 2015 6,222.83 6 222 83

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PROWLING HOMEWOOD’S BACK COUNTRY S T O R Y B Y A LY S S A G A N O N G · P H O T O S B Y M AT T B A N S A K

was my immediate, no-hesitation reply when asked if I would like to go skiing with Homewood Snowcat Adventures. HSA has been in the works for a few years, and finally, with a consistent snowpack, skiers and riders can now easily access more than 750 acres of Homewood’s backcountry terrain, where before it was only public access by snowmobile or human power.

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ith this being their inaugural year, I couldn’t wait to check it out myself. Cat skiing is one of the most coveted forms of skiing, next to heli skiing, of course, and I wasn’t going to miss an opportunity to check out Homewood’s back-country terrain with a ride up the hill and some fresh legs. Myself, along with photographer Matt Bansak and Tahoe Weekly’s Jenn Sheridan arrived at Homewood’s North Lodge on a blustery, snowy morning anxious for our adventure to begin. With more than a foot of new snow overnight at lake level, it was going to be deep on the mountain. I had visions of perfect powder turns all day long and was excited to get my day started. The drive to Homewood (with near whiteout conditions at times) was

plenty of safe, low-angle slopes protected from wind for getting your pow fix. This was one of those days. Madden lift finally opened at 10 a.m. and we skied deep, soft powder turns all day long as the storm settled in for a second round. The cat would have to wait.

MAKING PERFECT HERO TURNS Take two. Bluebird. Finally, I couldn’t wait to step foot in the cat and start exploring the rolling terrain above the resort. Game on. Four days after the storm with the weather warming we wondered what type of snow conditions we might encounter as Bansak and I headed back to Homewood for our rescheduled tour. The morning seems casual compared with the high-energy of the storm only

packs. It is provided for you if you don’t have your own. A day with Homewood Snowcat Adventures is a great introduction to the back country, without all the work. They offer a wide variety of terrain from glades to open bowls, low-angle cruising to steep chutes. The guides decide what to ski based on weather and the abilities of the group. Newbies can get acquainted with the gear, get a taste of snow safety and

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soak it up, but the lure of powder below calls. Glines leads the way setting the left rail and we drop in one by one heading for the Garden of Eden and Richards Bowl. We weave through low-angle glades of old-growth hemlock forest, which opens up into widely spaced trees and a bowl below. Even with the warm weather, the north-facing slopes hold perfect, creamy, boot-deep powder turns. Another spectacular run has us traversing through

“We weave through low-angle glades of old-growth hemlock forest, which opens up into widely spaced trees and a bowl below. Even with the warm weather, the north-facing slopes hold perfect, creamy, boot-deep powder turns.” exciting, too, and we wondered if they would operate the cat with the high winds and low visibility. By 8:30 a.m. our speculations about the weather had proven true, and HSA made the decision to reschedule our trip due to high winds, low visibility, heavy snow and dangerous snowpack. We would hope for an afternoon window, but in the meantime, we would ski. One of the beautiful things about Homewood Mountain Resort is that when the weather is too gnarly for cat skiing (or for the lifts to turn at other resorts), the in-bounds terrain offers

OPPOSITE: Megan Michelson and

guide Alycia Glines survey the terrain from the top of Upper Bowl.

days before. We prepare with layers and sunblock for a classic spring-like Sierra day. Smiles all around. We are about to go cat skiing after all. We meet our group and guides outside at the little red school house at 8:30 a.m. Alycia “Fish” Glines and Laura La Plante were to be our guides for the day, along with guidein-training Rick Raduziner. Glines discusses snow safety, snow quality, weather, back-country etiquette and outlines what our day might look like. Fun, mostly. HSA is a fully guided backcountry experience and back-country gear is required – beacons, probes, shovels and

route picking and how to make decisions with a group. If you are already familiar with back-country skiing, just sit back and enjoy the ride. With a full cat, we head out from the top of the Old Homewood Express, winding through a tight forest, finally skirting around a steep slope to arrive on a ridge just below the summit of Ellis Peak at 8,700’. Steve Smith expertly maneuvers the snowcat, of his own custom design, within inches of trees. Homewood is known for it’s view of Lake Tahoe, and the view that greets us as we exit the cat does not disappoint. The lake sparkling blue beneath the blue of the sky, with a fresh coating of fluffy white just waiting for us. It never gets old. Ellis Peak offers the most amazing 360-degree views of Lake Tahoe, Desolation Wilderness, Granite Chief Wilderness and Twin Peaks. It’s easy to stay and

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1 Jess Weaver takes in the view as she exits the cat 2 Beacon check 3 Hiking to the top of Ellis Peak 4 Smith’s custom cat perched above Lake Tahoe 5 Rick Raduziner making corn turns enroute to Upper Bowl 6 Steve Smith talking cat safety 7 Glines leading the charge

trees laden with snow to reach Upper Bowl. A quick hike and we crest the most amazing view of the day, to stand atop a wide open, double-benched bowl. Not one track. We all look at the snow pack, assess trigger points, and Glines talks about safe routes if the bowl were to slide. Chances of it sliding are slim. But if it did go, it would go big. We would ski the tree line on the right to be safe. Wide, open turns on two steep pitches and it’s off to meet the cat for another run. Press replay. Specifically, that one run that made your day, that keeps you smiling. Eye up that chute. Drop. Soft and sweet. I’m not wearing headphones, but that track is playing in the back of my head, you know, the one where it’s you in the ski movie, making perfect hero turns with a giant smile across your face, maybe letting out a whoot, whoot or two … n

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Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of events. Sunset snowshoe adventure Tahoe Vista

Tahoe Adventure Company hosts a sunset snowshoe tour every Friday until April 29. Watch the sunset during a 2- to 3-mile guided hike. Learn about local natural and human history. Includes equipment, hot drinks, trail snacks and permit fees. $65. | tahoeadventurecompany.com

EVERY SATURDAY

Dawn Patrol Olympic Valley

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FUN CONTINUES

The fun continues during SnowFest! until March 13 with activities and celebrations for all ages with Bingo Night at Rosie’s on March 10 and the Tahoe Community Nursery School’s 50th Reunion on March 11. March 12 is chock-full of celebrations kicking off with the NTPUD Pancake Breakfast, followed by the Dress Up Your Dog Contest and the Kings Beach SnowFest Parade. Afterward, enjoy the Snowbuilding Contest & Chili Cook Off, the Queen Raffle Party

EVERY TUESDAY

Skate skiing clinic Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country hosts a free intermediate skate ski clinic every Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. all season. Trail pass required. | tahoexc.org

55+ snowshoe hike Area venues

Trekkers of all abilities are invited to join the senior snowshoe hike from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March. Light to moderate level snowshoe hikes followed by lunch at Sierra Nevada College. Includes guides, transportation and lunch. $18, $15 with pass. | (775) 832-1310

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

Get out the turtleneck Northstar

On Turtleneck Tuesdays skate to music of the 1970s and 1980s from 4 to 7 p.m. in The Village. Play games, win prizes and receive free glow sticks and face painting. $10 to rent skates or free with own skates. Those younger than 18 will need parent/guardian to sign liability waiver. | northstarcalifornia.com

EVERY WEDNESDAY

55+ Senior Ski Clinics Incline Village

Skiers of all abilities can hone skills with certified instructors at Diamond Peak resort. Instruction is designed to help skiers improve, adjust and modify technique for life-long skiing. Classes meet at 9:30 a.m. until March 16. $45, $35 with pass. | (775) 832-1310

Women of winter Olympic Valley

Explore Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows’ legendary terrain with like-minded women. Navigate the mountain without waiting in lift lines from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Every Wednesday until March 23.

and the Fireworks show caps off the night at 7 p.m. at Squaw Valley (postponed due to weather from March 5). The final day on March 13 features the Ididarun dog pull, the Snow Sculpt Contest, with the Skidafilmiddag in Tahoe City featuring Nordic skiing, a movie and dinner, and wrapping with the Winter Wonder Film Festival at Homewood Mountain Resort at 6 p.m. See Events calendar for details on all events. | tahoesnowfestival.org

Intermediate to advanced skiers. 13+. $49, does not include lift ticket. | RSVP squawalpine.com

Skate skiing clinic Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country hosts a free introductory skate ski clinic every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. all season. Trail pass required. | tahoexc.org

Families that read together Incline Village

Family Story Time at the Incline Village Library is 4 to 4:45 p.m. on Wednesdays. Each week is themed. | (775) 832-4130 or washoecountylibrary.us

EVERY THURSDAY

Discuss what’s happening Incline Village

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

Cross-country clinic Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country hosts a free introductory cross-country ski clinic every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. all season. Trail pass required. | tahoexc.org.

Toddler story time Incline Village

Incline Village Library hosts story time every Thursday from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. with stories, puppets, music and movement for ages 6 months to 3 years. | (775) 832-4130

EVERY FRIDAY

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. | (530) 582-9669

Get exclusive access to untouched corduroy or fresh powder depending on the weather every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. at the Aerial Tram until March 27 and during holidays. Access to Shirley Lake and Granite Chief from 8 to 9 a.m. before the general public. Limited space. $29, $19 ages 13 to 22, $12 kids ages 5 to 12; doesn’t include lift ticket. RSVP (800) 403-02066 | squawalpine.com

Skate skiing clinic Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country hosts a free introductory skate ski clinic every Saturday at 9:15 a.m. all season. Trail pass required. | tahoexc.org

For the whole clan Incline Village

Family Reading Program is 10 a.m. to noon on Fridays at Incline Village Library. | (775) 832-4130

Telemark workshop Northstar

Northstar hosts a telemark workshop every Saturday until April 23 from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. Sessions vary between beginner, intermediate and advanced levels; check Web for schedule. | northstarcalifornia.com

Join the parade Northstar

Ripperoo, Northstar’s Ski & Ride School Mascot, and his Ski School friends lead kids in a parade through the Village at Northstar every Saturday until April 11 from 3:50 to 4 p.m. Meet at the Kid’s Ski School entrance before 3:50 p.m. to participate. | northstarcalifornia.com

Last Tracks Incline Village

Every Saturday until April 6 enjoy beautiful views of Lake Tahoe from Snowflake Lodge at Diamond Peak while tasting fine wines or craft brews paired with tasty appetizers. At the end of the event, ski or snowboard down a freshly groomed run at sunset. $34 includes lift ticket valid from 2 to 4 p.m. 21+; intermediate level only. | RSVP diamondpeak.com

EVERY SUNDAY

Women of winter Olympic Valley

Explore Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows’ legendary terrain with like-minded women. Navigate the mountain without waiting in lift lines from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Every Sunday until March 27. Intermediate to advanced skiers. 13+. $49, does not include lift ticket. | RSVP squawalpine.com

Skate skiing clinic Tahoe City

Tahoe Cross Country hosts a free introductory skate ski clinic every Sunday at 9:15 a.m. all season. Trail pass required. | tahoexc.org

MARCH 10 | THURSDAY Pink Fest Tahoe Mount Rose

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe hosts Pink Fest Tahoe all day with a specialized women’s ski and snowboard day featuring instruction, breakfast, lunch, raffle, goodie bag and more. Meet at Winters Creek Lodge. | RSVP pinkfesttahoe.com

Women in history Tahoe City

In honor of Women’s History Month, North Tahoe AAUW will be presenting its traditional Chautauqua program at the Tahoe Yacht Club at 1 p.m. Four of the branch’s members will portray Abigail Adams, Clara Barton, Dorothy Day and Sojourner Truth. Guests are welcome. Free. | northtahoe-ca.aauw.net

Paws 2 Read Incline Village

Paws 2 Read is a reading program for children of all ages presented by Paws 4 Love. Friendly dogs lend a loving, non-judgmental ear to beginning readers from 4 to 5 p.m. Children receive a free book. | (775) 832-4130

Meet at the mixer Truckee

Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce mixer is from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tahoe Donner Alder Creek Adventure Center. | truckeechamber.com

Do black out Tahoe City

As part of SnowFest, Rosie’s Bingo Night is from 9 to 11 p.m. Participants must be age 21 and older. Bingo Blackout with prizes. $5 per card. | tahoesnowfest.org

MARCH 11 | FRIDAY Reunion benefits nursery school Tahoe City

Tahoe Community Nursery School Annual Fundraiser & 50th Reunion Celebration will be held at Boatworks Mall from 5:30 to 10 p.m. All alumni and community members are welcome to enjoy music from the North Tahoe High School Jazz Band and DJ Chapin and a silent auction. Food available at Hacienda and Jake’s on the Lake; turn in food ticket to server and proceeds will benefit the nursery school. | (530) 583-3331

Rotarian challenge Truckee

The 40th Annual Dick Linkey Rotary Ski Challenge will be held at Northstar. The event, which claims to be the world’s largest gathering of skiing Rotarians, will benefit the many programs of the Rotary Club of Tahoe City and its foundation. All welcome. | tahoecityrotary.org

Mountain Table Dinner Northstar

The Mountain Table Dinner Series offers a unique dining experience in the Zephyr Lodge on select dates this season. Each dinner will feature a winery or brewery complemented by a menu featuring locally and regionally sourced produce and proteins prepared by Executive Chef Steve Anderson. Seating for all dinners will be family style with live music. | northstarcalifornia.com

Artists’ Reception Truckee

Celebrate the opening of the new exhibit “Play” from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Truckee Community Recreation Center with live music and refreshments. Details in Arts in this issue.

Winemaker Night Truckee

Uncorked in downtown Truckee features a series of winemaker events from 5 to 7 p.m. with $10 tastings and an opportunity to meet the winemaker. Tonight’s featured wine comes from Macrosite in Sonoma. | teloswine.com

Winter as locals see it Homewood

Winter Wonder Film Festival features 5-minute films from local amateur filmmakers at Homewood Ski Resort. Shown on an outdoor screen. All footage must have been filmed in the Lake Tahoe region and capture the essence of winter, specifically through a winter activity or sport. Starts at 6 p.m. $5. | skihomewood.com

Sierra College Insights Truckee

Sierra College hosts the Insights Series beginning at 6:30 p.m. with complimentary refreshments. Insights is mean to inspire a dialogue in the community on a variety of topics. Tonight’s speaker is Cesar Lopez who will discuss the evolution of graphic design. Lopez owns Atypical Design in Truckee. Free. | RSVP sierracollege.ticketleap.com

MARCH 11-12 | FRIDAY-SATURDAY Beer Weekend Olympic Valley

A California Craft Beer Weekend will feature Sierra Nevada Brewery at the Resort at Squaw Creek. There will be complimentary tastings in the lobby Friday evening and a beer pairing menu in Sandy’s Pub all day Saturday. | squawcreek.com

March 10-23, 2016

Stella Pop Up Dinner Truckee

Stella at The Cedar House Sport Hotel offers its pop up winter dinner series with one menu and one seating from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with Northern Lights Pop Up. Diners are encouraged to ask questions of the kitchen staff, join in conversations and savor the tasting menu. Each course is served with brief comments about ingredients or technique. $97. | RSVP cedarhousesporthotel.com

MARCH 12 | SATURDAY Flapjacks anyone? Truckee

Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1073 hosts a pancake breakfast the second Saturday of every month at the Truckee airport from 8 to 10 a.m. All welcome. | eea1073.org

BYO Syrup Kings Beach

As part of SnowFest, North Tahoe Public Utility District will host a Pancake Breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the North Tahoe Event Center. | tahoesnowfest.org

Snowshoe Through History Tahoma

Join the State Park Interpreter at 11 a.m. at Sugar Pine Point State Park for an easy, fun, 90minute snowshoe along the West Shore for learn about Tahoe history, the Hellman-Ehrman Estate, and more. Bring snowshoes. Free, $5 parking. See feature in this issue. | sierrastateparks.org

All for show Kings Beach

Kings Beach SnowFest Parade is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. along Highway 28 from Secline Street and to Coon Street. Features more than 30 businesses and nonprofits. Highway 28 from the intersection of Highway 267 in Kings Beach to east of Fox Street will be closed before the start of the parade and remain closed until the parade concludes. | tahoesnowfest.org

Winter Beach Party Truckee

Tahoe Donner Downhill offers tropical fun with live music, food and games starting at noon. | tahoedonner.com

Avalanche clinic Norden

Alpine Skills hosts an intro to avalanche safety clinic. | RSVP alpineskills.com

Snow What? Kings Beach

Intro to splitboarding Norden

Alpine Skills hosts an intro to back-country splitboarding. | RSVP alpineskills.com

Intro to Backcountry Skiing Norden

Alpine Skills hosts an Intro to Backcountry Skiing course. | RSVP alpineskills.com

Putting on the dogs Kings Beach

Event Center. Benefits Pet Network. Prizes for Best in Show, Most Creative and Looks Most Like Owner. $10 entry. | tahoesnowfest.org

As part of SnowFest the annual Dress Up Your Dog Contest will be at 10 a.m. at the North Tahoe

As part of SnowFest, the Snow Building Contest & Chili Cook Off is at 12:15 p.m. at Kings Beach Library. Everyone welcome. $5 donation. | tahoesnowfest.org

Thank you to customers Truckee

Tahoe Sports Hub announces its annual customer appreciation party at 3 to 7 p.m. Free refreshments, tacos from Diego’s, raffle and large discounts throughout the store. | (530) 582-4510

Lovely to win Kings Beach

The SnowFest Queen Raffle Party is at 3 p.m. at Steamers Beach Side Bar & Oven. The winners of the raffle will be announced. | tahoesnowfest.org

The cosmos on view Northstar

Tahoe Star Tours hosts guided snowshoe tours with Tony Berendsen featuring a sciencebased talk about the cosmos with poetry reading. Easy-to-moderate snowshoe walk under the big sky and constellations viewing through high-powered, professional telescopes. Tours are 2 to 2½ hours. Meet at 5 p.m. at Northstar Cross Country Center. $43-$61 | northstarcalifornia.com

Winemaker Night Tahoe City

Uncorked in the Cobblestone Center features a series of winemaker events from 5 to 7 p.m. with $10 tastings and an opportunity to meet the winemaker. Tonight’s featured wine comes from Macrosite in Sonoma. | teloswine.com

Go cabbage green Truckee

Truckee Lions Club hosts the Sixth Annual St. Patrick’s Day Cabbage Bash at 5:30 p.m. at the Community Arts Center in Truckee. Ticket price includes dinner, chance at $250 door prize, a raffle, $2 drinks, music and fun. $40. | truckeelionsclub.com

Winter Wine Dinner Olympic Valley

A Winter Wine Dinner featuring Prisoner Wine is at 6 p.m. in Six Peaks Grille at Resort at Squaw Creek. The Winter Wine Dinner Series features local winemakers who attend the event to chat with guests about the four wines they pair with the four-course dinner. Squaw Creek Executive Chef Jason Friendy and Chef Charlie Trexel will host an interactive appetizer station that guests can enjoy beforehand. $80. | RSVP (530) 581-6610

OUT & ABOUT

Going to the dogs Olympic Valley

Gallery Keoki’s annual Celebrity Hound Hobnob is a fundraiser for the Squaw Valley Avalanche Rescue Dog & Education Fund. From 6 to 8 p.m. at Gallery Keoki in the Village at Squaw Valley, guests can meet the Squaw Valley Dog Team and their human handlers will be present to share stories of this year’s winter adventures. There will be a raffle and silent auction along with great new Dog Patrol logo wear to purchase. Everyone is welcome; no RSVP required. | gallerykeoki.com

SnowFest fireworks Olympic Valley

Celebrate SnowFest with a Fireworks display and Laser Show at 7 p.m. at the base of Squaw Valley. | tahoesnowfestival.com

MARCH 12-13 | SATURDAY-SUNDAY Back-country overnight trip Area venues

Alpine Skills hosts a back-country overnight trip from Sugar Bowl to Squaw Valley. | RSVP alpineskills.com

MARCH 12-14 | SATURDAY-MONDAY Avalanche clinic Norden

Alpine Skills hosts an AIARE Avalanche Level 1 course. | RSVP alpineskills.com

MARCH 13 | SUNDAY Back-country ski tour Donner Summit

Alpine Skills hosts a back-country ski tour on Castle Peak. | RSVP alpineskills.com

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ALPINE MEADOWS (530) 581-8374 | squawalpine.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets also good at Squaw Valley.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT (530) 426-3666 | rideboreal.com 9 a.m.-9 p.m. All tickets good until 9 p.m. 2 pipes. College students & military Friday $15 non-holiday. Take 3, Ride Free.

DIAMOND PEAK (775) 831-1177 | diamondpeak.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Last Tracks Feb.-April. Police & fire tickets $54 midweek non-holiday. $30 Locals’ Lunch ticket 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mon.-Fri., non-holiday.

DONNER SKI RANCH (530) 426-3635 | donnerskiranch.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tubing hill. Midweek discounts, non-holiday.

GRANLIBAKKEN (530) 581-7533 | granlibakken.com Fri.-Sun. & holidays only. Snow play area $14 includes saucer, open daily. Warming hut open daily.

HEAVENLY (775) 586-7000 #1 | skiheavenly.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 8:30 a.m. weekends Park clinics & Women’s clinics. Sledding, tubing, crosscountry and snow bikes available.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT (530) 525-2900 | skihomewood.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dial-A-Ride free on West Shore (530) 525-2922. Snowskates OK. $5 off for riding TART.

KIRKWOOD (877) 547-5966 | kirkwood.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Skier/Boarder X, Rip Curl Playground, cross-country ski, tube, dog sled, SnowCat tours. Zip canopy tour: zip lines, suspension bridges.

MT. ROSE SKI TAHOE (775) 849-0704 | (800) 754-7673 | skirose.com 9 a.m -4 p.m.; Blazing Zephyr 6 opens at 8:30 a.m. Online: 2-for-1 Tuesdays, $29 Ladies Thursdays.

NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA (530) 562-1330 | northstarcalifornia.com 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 22-foot super-pipe. Daily ski and snowboard lessons. Tubing lanes and lift.

SIERRA-AT-TAHOE (530) 659-7475 | sierraattahoe.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 8:30 a.m. weekends & peak times 17’ Zaugg Superpipe. Vertical Plus, tubing, snowshoe trails, kids adventure zones.

SODA SPRINGS (530) 426-3901 | skisodasprings.com 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. & holidays Snow tubing 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily; all ages $25. Mini Snowmobiles for ages 6-12; $10 for 10 laps.

SQUAW VALLEY (530) 583-6955 | squawalpine.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dawn Patrol 7:40 a.m. access Sat. until March 22. $12-$29 (plus ticket).

SUGAR BOWL (530) 426-1111 | sugarbowl.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. High-alpine adventure on 4 distinct peaks with vast and varied terrain.

TAHOE DONNER DOWNHILL (530) 587-9444 #2 | tahoedonner.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Deals for 2-day consecutive & 3 of 4 days. Wacky deals on Facebook & Twitter Wed., Throwback Thurs. $13-$23. Locals $13-$23 Tues.-Thurs.

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MARCH 15 | TUESDAY Wine Tahoe offers free guided wine tasting and wine education the third Tuesday of each month at North Tahoe Events Center from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Featuring wines from Napa, Sonoma and Burgundy. Wines available for purchase. Limit 18 people. | RSVP (925) 683-15230 or winetahoe.com

Networking mixer Crystal Bay

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals hosts a Networking Mixer from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Tahoe Biltmore. $10, free for members. | tahoetryp.org

The 11th annual Science Expo, with a physical science theme is at the University of California, Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center from 4 to 6 p.m. Hands-on science investigations and experiments for children ages 6 to 12 and their families. Activities encompass properties of matter, physical and chemical changes, energy and energy transfer, forces and motion, magnetism, air pressure, friction and more. | terc.ucdavis.edu

MARCH 17 | THURSDAY Time to be Irish Northstar

Novice 40% 120

Word Jam is offered every second and fourth Sunday at Dark Horse Coffee from 7 to 8 p.m. Participants can read a 5-minute excerpt from an original written piece. For all ages. Free. | (530) 386-3901

Kids Science Expo Incline Village

Advanced 20%

Intermediate 45%

Truckee River Winery offers Sunday Wine Down: Art & Wine from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Painted Vine. Participants will create an artistic masterpiece, while tasting wines and eating artisan cheese and salami from Truckee River Winery. $55. | truckeeriverwinery.com

MARCH 16 | WEDNESDAY

Novice 30%

3,600

The West Shore cafe will host a Whiskey Dinner that includes five whiskey cocktails and a fourcourse meal prepared by resident Chef De Cuisine Manuel “Manny” Baez. Upgrade dinner packages by purchasing an additional whiskey flight for $25. Serving at 7 p.m. $80. | RSVP (530) 525-5200

Guided wine tasting Kings Beach

Novice 13% Intermediate 60%

As part of SnowFest, the Skidafilmiddag is at 2:30 p.m. at Tahoe City Winter Sports Park. Enjoy Nordic skiing followed by dinner at Zia Lina and the movie, “Eddie the Eagle,” at the Tahoe Art Haus. $39 adults, $21 kids. | tahoesnowfest.org

Celebrate Words Truckee

Novice 12% Intermediate 20%

As part of SnowFest, the Snow Sculpt Contest is from noon to 4:30 p.m. at River Ranch Lodge. Watch the snow-building fun as teams compete while enjoying a DJ, barbecue, drinks and a raffle. Benefits Achieve Tahoe. | tahoesnowfest.org

Creative juices flowing Truckee

Novice 15%

2,300

As part of SnowFest, the 2016 Ididarun Dog Sled Race is from noon to 4 p.m. at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Dogs of all breeds, shapes and sizes will pull a covered wagon sled in this timed race. The sled’s weight depends on the dog’s weight. Raffle proceeds to benefit the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. $20 per dog. | hstt.org

Whiskey dinner Homewood

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Let the dogs out Tahoe Donner

Fly like an eagle Tahoe City

Novice 25% 505

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St. Patrick’s Day festivities include a scavenger hunt, face painting, balloon twisting and a skiing Leprechaun. Live music, traditional Irish food and drink specials, green beer and party on the patio at TC’s Pub. | northstarcalifornia.com

Third Thursday Tasting Truckee

The Pour House hosts a wine tasting every third Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. Tonight features Janice Jones. $5. | thepourhousetruckee.com

Hear from the pros Olympic Valley

Alpenglow Winter Film Series hosts locals and athletes as they share stories of their adventures in the mountains. Kate Rutherford will be featured with her show “The Year of the Leaning Towers.” Benefits Send It Foundation. Doors open at 7 p.m. at the Squaw Valley Conference Center. Free. | squawalpine.com

MARCH 18 | FRIDAY Feel Good Friday Truckee

Boreal Mountain Resort offers $25 lift tickets all day followed by live music and food specials in the afternoon. $5 of each purchase will be donated to the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. | rideboreal.com

Community Appreciation Party Incline Village

North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District and IVGID invite everyone to a Community Appreciation Party honoring retiring Fire Chief Michael D. Brown from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Chateau. Everyone welcome; no RSVP required. | (775) 831-0351

Winemaker Night Truckee

Uncorked in downtown Truckee features a series of winemaker events from 5 to 7 p.m. with $10 tastings and an opportunity to meet the winemaker. Tonight’s featured wine comes from Hatcher in Calaveras. | teloswine.com

MARCH 18-19 | FRIDAY-SATURDAY Stella Pop Up Dinner Truckee

Stella at The Cedar House Sport Hotel offers its pop up winter dinner series with one menu and one seating from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with Latin Grill Pop Up. Diners are encouraged to ask questions of the kitchen staff, join in conversations and savor the tasting menu. Each course is served with brief comments about ingredients or technique. $97. | RSVP cedarhousesporthotel.com

MARCH 19 | SATURDAY First Tracks Homewood

Early-birds looking for untracked powder or pristine corduroy are invited to load the Madden Chair from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. and enjoy all the fresh tracks they can find off the Old Homewood Express chair before the general public followed by a hearty breakfast. $40, free passholders. | skihomewood.com

Don’t forget the snowshoes Donner Lake

Carmen Carr provides monthly guided hikes and snowshoe trips. She will be snowshoeing Negro Canyon near Donner Lake at 9 a.m. All welcome. Directions on Web site. | carmencarr.com

Kids First Fundraising Breakfast Kings Beach The Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe hosts its Kids First Fundraising Breakfast from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. with breakfast served by local celebrities at live-action cooking stations.

Learn and snowshoe Incline Village

Tahoe Institute of Natural Science and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association offer a winter wildlife survival snowshoe outing from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn how wildlife survives heavy Tahoe snow packs and freezing alpine temperatures. Short and scenic hike through Tahoe Meadows is appropriate for ages 10 and older. | tinsweb.org

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ASC TRAINING CENTER

Trails 10

(530) 426-3313 | auburnskiclub.org

KM 20

Open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. Biathlon range, ski jumping hills.

Acres 500

BIJOU CROSS-COUNTRY (530) 542-6056

CAMP RICHARDSON (530) 542-6584 | camprichardson.com 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Cross-country & snowshoe rentals. Guided ski tours.

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Free shuttle to Soda Springs, Donner Ski Ranch & Sugar Bowl. Overnight wilderness huts.

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(530) 587-7892 | parks.ca.gov

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Winter nature trail. Trail guides in museum.

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KM 7.5

Intermediate 75%

Groomed None

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Open Fri.-Sun. & holidays. Tubing area & warming hut open daily.

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(800) 543-3221 | granlibakken.com

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(530) 426-3632 | clairtappaanlodge.com

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(530) 694-2266 | hopevalleyoutdoors.com

Trails 60 miles

Snowshoe & cross-country lessons, rentals (cash or check only).

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INCLINE MEADOWS XC (775) 720-9355 | inclinemeadowsxc.org

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At Spooner Lake State Park.

KIRKWOOD (209) 258-7248 | kirkwood.com 3 trail systems. Two dog-friendly trails.

Trails 24 KM 80 Acres 4,200 Groomed 80 KM

LAKE TAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Trails 5

(530) 541-4660 x717

KM 7

Groomed several times a week.

Groomed 7 KM

NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA

Trails 18

(530) 542-6584 | northstarcalifornia.com

KM 35

Telemark, track, skating lessons daily. Nordic geocaching. Alpine ticket exchangeable for trail pass.

Acres 600

NORTH TAHOE REGIONAL PARK

Groomed 35 KM

(530) 546-5043 | northtahoeparks.com

KM 11

Maps available at North Tahoe Event Center, Kings Beach. Sled hill, snow play area.

Groomed 11 KM

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(530) 426-3871 | royalgorge.com

KM 200+

Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Day lodge & 3 cafés along trail. Offers snowbiking & snowkiting.

Acres 7,500

SQUAW CREEK CROSS COUNTRY (530) 583-6300, x6631 | squawcreek.com Guided snowshoe tours. Dog sledding & sleigh rides.

SUGAR PINE POINT (530) 525-7982 | parks.ca.gov

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Novice 60% Intermediate 25% Advanced 15%

Trails 5 KM 20

Winter camping (call for availability). Guided crosscountry and snowshoe tours offered Jan. to March.

Groomed 13.6 KM

TAHOE CITY WINTER SPORTS PARK

Trails 2

(530) 583-1516 | wintersportspark.com

KM 4

Night skiing every Saturday until 8 p.m. Sledding.

Groomed 3 KM

TAHOE CROSS COUNTRY

Trails 23

(530) 583-5475 | tahoexc.org

KM 65

Open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free skate lessons Wed., Sat. & Sun.; free beginner cross-country lessons Thurs.

Acres 3,000

TAHOE DONNER CROSS COUNTRY

Groomed 65 KM

Novice 20% Intermediate 50%

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Trails 58

Novice 27%

(530) 587-9484 | tahoedonner.com

KM 100+

Intermediate 44%

Open 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. 7 a.m. for passholders Mon.Fri. (non-storm days). *Weekends & holidays.

Acres 4,800

Advanced 25%

Groomed 100+ KM

Expert 4%

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MARCH 19 | SATURDAY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12

Underwater Egg Hunt Incline Village

Enjoy underwater fun at the Recreation Center Pool with the Underwater Egg Hunt for ages infant to 11 years from noon to 1:30 p.m. There also will be a visit from the Easter Bunny, a bounce house from noon to 1:30 p.m. and an inflatable slide from 1:30 to 4 p.m. $5, $4 for IVGID passholder, $2 for rec center members. | RSVP (775) 832-1310

Love to bowl and eat Truckee

Enjoy snow tube bowling at Tahoe Donner SnowPlay from noon to 2 p.m. Afterward, help devour a 200-foot banana split at Tahoe Donner Downhill. Bring a spoon; meet at 1:30 p.m. Free. | tahoedonner.com

TAHOE MEADOWS

LEVEL: Easy to strenuous

TRUCKEE

CABIN CREEK TRAIL

LEVEL: Easy to moderate A marked route of 3 to 6 miles follows old logging roads and Cabin Creek Road. This is a nice area for downhill practice while cross-country skiing. The terrain has gentle, rolling slopes. From Interstate 80, take Highway 89 south 3 miles, then turn right on Cabin Creek Road. The unmarked trailhead is 1 mile from the highway. Limited parking is available in a road cut, when plowed. There is moderate snowmobile use in the area.

DONNER MEMORIAL STATE PARK

LEVEL: Easy | (530) 582-7892

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. There is an 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

PETER GRUBB HUT/CASTLE PEAK LEVEL: Moderate to strenuous

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 that goes up Castle Valley and over Castle Pass. Follow unmarked trail to Peter Grubb Hut. For overnight stays at Peter Grubb Hut, call (530) 426-3632 for reservations.

POLE CREEK TRAIL SYSTEM LEVEL: 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. Trails follow U.S. Forest Service roads. Several loops.

SAGEHEN SUMMIT

LEVEL: Easy to moderate An unmarked route follows the road up 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.

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. This is a busy area on the weekends for skiers, snowshoers and snowmobilers, so try skiing during the week.

WEST SHORE

BLACKWOOD CANYON

LEVEL: Moderate to strenuous 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 in winter) or through the meadows. For a longer outing, head up the mountain to Barker Pass. This area also is open to snowmobilers.

MEEKS MEADOWS

SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK

LEVEL: Easy to moderate | (530) 525-7982 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. The park also offers a number of guided tours throughout the season including full moon snowshoe tours, ski tours of the 1960 Olympic crosscountry trails, historic snowshoe tours and the family Junior Ranger program; call for dates. No dogs allowed on trails. TART

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

TAYLOR CREEK

NORTH SHORE

LEVEL: Easy | (530) 573-2600

BROCKWAY SUMMIT LEVEL: Easy to strenuous

Brockway Summit off Highway 267 offers an abundance of areas to ski. Between Northstar and Kings Beach, there are turnouts on both sides of the highway where Nordic skiers and snowshoers can follow logging and utility roads.

PAGE MEADOWS

LEVEL: Easy to moderate

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 south around Emerald Bay to the Fallen Leaf Lake Area. Turn on 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 the Visitor Center to access the Tallac Historic Trail. SnoPark Permit required.*

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.

All activities are weather dependent.

Truckee River Winery offers Sunday Wine Down: Barrel Tasting with winemaker Russ Jones. Participants will sample a broad selection of Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel varietals from different vintages straight from the barrel. See how the age, type and toast of a barrel affect the wine. The cost is $35 per person. | truckeeriverwinery.com

Brews for Charity Tahoe City

We love you, passholders Homewood

Literary Arts & Wine Truckee

Passholders and the general public are invited to a passholder appreciation party with live music from Rusty Buckets. Dinner and one beer, wine or other beverage are included. $15 adults, $10 kids for non passholders. | skihomewood.com

Winemaker Night Tahoe City

All you can eat Truckee

The Annual Chris Mathew Memorial Crab Feed is at 5 to 9 p.m. at Truckee Donner Recreation and Park Community Center. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Truckee. $45. | truckeerotary.com

Celebrate the vernal equinox Soda Springs

Auburn Ski Club hosts the Crow Moon Equinox Tour, a group ski at sunset to Crater Lake, a bonfire while the moon rises, and then ski down to dinner at the ASC Lodge. Group size is limited. Intermediate skiers ages 18 and older only. $40, $30 ASC members. | RSVP auburnskiclub.com

Full moon snowshoe tour West Shore

Explore the cultural history around the Hellman-Ehrman estate and Lake Tahoe with a ranger-led snowshoe tour. Hikes are about 90 minutes. Wear warm clothing. Meet at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited. $25 adults, $10 children, includes parking, snowshoes and tour. See feature in this issue. | sierrastateparks.com

MARCH 19-20 | SATURDAY-SUNDAY Back-country overnight trip Area venues

Alpine Skills hosts a back-country overnight trip from Sugar Bowl to Squaw Valley. | RSVP alpineskills.com

MARCH 20 | SUNDAY Back-country ski tour Olympic Valley

Alpine Skills hosts a back-country ski tour on Silver Peak. | RSVP alpineskills.com

Ski mountaineering course Donner Summit

Alpine Skills hosts a ski mountaineering techniques course. | RSVP alpineskills.com

Spring Demo Day Mount Rose

*Sno-park permits ohv.parks.ca.gov/snoparks or find locations at (916) 324-1222.

Better with age Truckee

Diamond Peak hosts a Retro Ski Day with a barbecue on the Base Lodge deck from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and live music from noon to 3 p.m. | diamondpeak.com

LEVEL: Easy

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.

Enjoy an afternoon ski tour and on-snow gourmet food tasting with local restaurants at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area. Gear rentals and instruction are available for beginner skiers. Proceeds benefit the Tahoe Food Hub. | Tickets tahoedonner.com

Brews for Charity offers Tahoe 20s, a community day on the 20th of every month to benefit a different cause or charity. Free education classes and events, followed by beer and food tasting, hosted by Moe’s Original BBQ from 5 to 8 p.m. | facebook.com/brewsforcharity

Skinny skis a must Incline Village

SKI TOURING & SNOWSHOEING

Taste of fundraiser Truckee

Demo next year’s gear with Bobo’s Spring Demo Day at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Winters Creek Lodge. Free; lift ticket or pass required. Preregistration encouraged. | skirose.com

Join a monthly reading series held the third Sunday of every month at 6:30 at Coffeebar. This is an opportunity for local, regional and visiting writers to share their work and help generate enthusiasm for the craft. | literaryartsandwine.squarespace.com

MARCH 21 | MONDAY Back-country ski tour Norden

Alpine Skills hosts a back-country ski tour on Anderson Ridge. | RSVP alpineskills.com

MARCH 22 | TUESDAY Artist Opening Incline Village

Join the opening for the Bee Inclined Quilters exhibit at the Incline Village Library from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The group will discuss their craft and display their quilts. Refreshments. Details in Arts in this issue. | (775) 832-4130

MARCH 23 | WEDNESDAY Just your basics Truckee

Membership 101 hosted by Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce is from 8 to 9 a.m. the fourth Wednesday of every month at the California Welcome Center. | (530) 587-8808

Bring Your Own Bowl Truckee

Community Soup Night is at Red Truck in the Tahoe Truckee Airport Building from 6 to 7:30 p.m. All are invited to enjoy a warm, affordable delicious meal prepared with locally sourced fresh food. $5. | pfgeary@gmail.com

Full Moon Snowshoe Tour Tahoe Vista

Enjoy learning about natural history and astronomy from knowledgeable guides while snowshoeing under the full moon. Treks are 2 to 3 miles and include snacks, hot drinks, snowshoes and poles, and permit fees. $65. | tahoeadventurecompany.com

MARCH 24 | THURSDAY The art of wine Incline Village

The workshop at Incline Village Community Recreation Center begins at 5 p.m. with a wine tasting of French wine and educational introduction by sommelier, Lou Phillips. Local vendors supply appetizers. At 6 p.m. Monika Johnson will instruct painters in a French countryside work of art. $75 with IVGID pass. $94 without. | RSVP (775) 832-1310

Shreddit Showdown Tahoe City

Join the Red Carpet Awards Ceremony for Granite Chief’s 3rd Annual Shreddit Showdown Ski Movie Contest at Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema. Check out the best local ski movies and join the fun. | granitechief.com

March 10-23, 2016

Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete powder report. Responsible snowmobiling Sierra Avalanche Center is offering snowmobile specific avalanche education March 11 to 12. This is a free course with a two-hour evening presentation for classroom learning at Sierra Mountain Sports and a full field day in South Lake Tahoe to put this knowledge into practice. Topics covered will include: how to read and understand the avalanche advisory, avalanche terrain identification, managing risk while riding in avalanche terrain and avalanche companion rescue. Participants in the field session need a reliable snowmobile and basic mountain riding skills. A modern avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe and helmet are required equipment for the field session and must be provided by the participant. Space is limited to eight students per class and preregistration is mandatory. | sierraavalanchecenter.org

Bring your beach towel Boreal Mountain Resort celebrates spring at the Neff Beach Bash on March 12. Snowboarders battle it out in hopes of standing on top of the beach-ballcovered podium. The progressive set-up will showcase one-of-a-kind features. Registration starts at 10 a.m. in Moondoes Café in Woodward Tahoe on a first-come, first served basis. The first heat will start at noon and the second heat will start at 1 p.m. Snowboarders must be age 7 and older to participate. The entry fee is free and does not include a lift ticket. There is no online pre-registration. Each participant must wear a properly fastened snow sports helmet during all event practice and competition. Those younger than age 18 will need a parent/guardian to sign the liability form. | rideboreal.com

Ski and shoot in March

Royal Gorge happenings On March 19, the AXCS National Masters 10k Classic Race, open to all age groups, will take place at Summit Station at 8 a.m. The fee is $45 for those who register before March 14 and $60 afterwards. On March 20, the Gold Rush/US Marathon National Championships are at Summit Station at 8 a.m. Participants can compete in a Bronze 14km, a Silver 28km or Gold 42km race. The fee is $45 for those who register before March 14 and $60 afterwards. Gold Nugget Kids’ Races are on March 19. There will be a short course, a 3km, a 6km and a junior course with obstacles. The junior races are free. On April 8, the Sunscreen Tour and Barbeque at Summit Station starts at 9 a.m. Details TBA. | royalgorge.com

Dust off those wooden skis The Plumas Ski Club announces the Longboard Revival Race Series on March 20 at the Plumas Eureka State Park near Johnsonville (see Sierra Stories in this issue). Participants must use 1860s-style, 9-foot to 16-foot wooden skis. The ski club has a limited number of long boards that will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is from 10 to 11:15 a.m.; the race starts at noon. There will be prizes for race winners and best historic attire. A Plumas Ski Club membership is required to enter the race for insurance purposes. | (530) 832-4309 or plumasskiclub.org

Rangers are heavenly

On the way to becoming a ski guide

The only way to weekend

Alpine Skills International offers a Ski Guide Pre-Course March 17 to 20. This course is designed for recreational leaders or skiers or boarders aspiring to enter the AMGA Ski Guide Course, who may not yet meet the prerequisites. Taught in the North Tahoe area, beginning at Sugar Bowl it tours out-of-bounds areas and crest peaks. Senior instructors, members of the AMGA Ski Guide Instructor/Examiner Pool, are the instructors. The cost is $695, plus a one-day lift ticket. Refer to the Web site for physical requirements and experience necessary to take the course. | alpineskills.com

Kick off the weekend with Face/Off Friday rail jam, giveaways and drink specials on March 25 at Diamond Peak. For participants there is a $10 entry fee; lift tickets are not required. Preregister online or sign up the day of the event. Features will change weekly. Practice is 2 to 3:30 p.m. with Rail Jam starting at 4 p.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. Spectators can watch the competition from the Loft Bar deck lounge. Happy hour drink and food specials begin at 4 p.m. in the Loft Bar. Celebrate your UnBirthday, also on March 25. Those skiers, who have a birthday anytime between April 11 and Dec. 2, will receive a free lift ticket. Participants can bring a valid photo ID to the ticket window to receive a free UnBirthday ticket. | diamondpeak.com

The 11th annual Winter Wildlands Backcountry Film Festival is on March 17 at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nev., at 6:30 p.m. This benefit for Snowlands will celebrate the fun and

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beauty of winter with 10 films, ranging from grassroots to professional. This year’s festival provides a fresh lineup committed to getting everyone interested in powder turns, as well as, environmental initiatives happening around the world. Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. | snowlands.org

Tahoe Mountain Sports Biathlon is on March 13 at Auburn Ski Club Training Center at 10 a.m. The distances are as follows: 12.5km for pro/elite, 4.5km for novice/junior (younger than age 18) and stadium loops for youth (age 12 and younger). Pro/Elite racers must have Redbook Certification and their own rifle to enter. There is a mandatory safety clinic for novices. Register at athleteinyou.com. | auburnskiclub.org

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Powder Report

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FAMILy CHALLENg E TA K E T H E

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area hosts the Family Challenge is on March 20, a matched time competition raced by family teams. It is a Giant Slalom race, but the time that counts is the difference between first and second runs. The team component is a combined best difference from a child in a family with the best difference from an adult in the family. The winning team gets its name engraved on the trophy in the ski lodge. | tahoedonner.com

On Mondays and Fridays, skiers can tour with a ranger at Heavenly Lake Tahoe at 1 p.m. through April 1. Participants can learn about the mountain and how Heavenly works with the U.S. Forest Service to promote environmental stewardship. Meet at the Top of the Heavenly Gondola. Space is limited to the first 12 guests. Arrive early to reserve a spot. | skiheavenly.com

FEATURE

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Taking skiers to the next level CHRIS & JENNY FELLOWS S T O R Y B Y P R I YA H U T N E R

hris and Jenny Fellows cofounded the Tahoe based, North American Ski Training Center (NASTC) in 1994, and for the last 20 years the couple has helped skiers improve their skiing with their clinics. Their credentials are impressive. Chris has been a ski instructor and examiner for more than 35 years. He is also a two-time member of the PSIA Alpine Team and sat for many years on the board of directors of PSIA-West. He has served as a ski school staff trainer at Homewood, Squaw Valley, Mt. Rose and Heavenly, and also attended the prestigious Austrian Bundessporteim. The author of two books, “Tactics for All Mountain Skiing” and “Total Skiing,” Chris has also contributed to many magazines including 32 Degrees, Men’s Fitness, SKI, Skiing, Powder, and Outside. Chris continues to educate people. Jenny Fellows is also a certified ski instructor. She manages the NASTC events and courses, client relations,

business development, marketing and sales. She is a former collegiate ski racer and high school teacher/ski coach. Jenny speaks Spanish and has skied and climbed all over the world, including British Columbia, Mexico, Chile, France, Switzerland, Austria and Nepal.

and expert skiers looking to develop their skiing techniques. “The All Condition-All Terrain Clinics has been one of our staple course since its inception,” says Jenny of the clinic. “I think the best stories are ones about people and the different types of students that come our courses. There are some many wonderful interesting people that have made our job so fun for all of these years. I love helping them have more adventure skiing,” she adds. Howard Shou has taken more than 40 clinics with NASTC in the last 15 years. From the Bay Area, Shou credits NASTC with changing his life. “When I met Chris I was a nerd, I never exercised and didn’t know how to ski. I was inspired by Chris. He gave me a prescription of what do to and how to do it. It gave me a new lease on life. These clinics have changed my life,” explains Shou, who is now an advanced skier. “We carefully design the programs we offer. We offer good fundamentals and teach solid ski techniques. The process has been proven for over 23 years,” Chris said. He also explained that during each clinic there is an intense immersion. During a clinic, participants are taught techniques and drills to help enhance their skiing ability. Instructors work with each skier, and help him or her focus on

“ There are so many wonderful interesting people that have made our job so fun for all of these years. I love helping them have more adventure skiing.”

to develop and offer a visual for the instructor to teach participants. “Everything changed in the last 15 years. I took an eight-year hiatus from skiing and then took a NASTC clinic 12 years ago. I fell in love with the programs,” says Neil Myers, who has been skiing for 50 years. NASTC also hosts a women-specific ski clinics and recently teamed up with Tahoe Sports Hub to offer an Intro to Backcountry Skiing course, works with Granite Chief and Start Haus, and is collaborating with Homewood Ski Resort offering ski clinics in conjunction with Homewood’s back-country snowcat tours (see feature in this issue). Jenny is also currently helping spearhead efforts to create a regulation-sized, covered skating rink at the Truckee Regional Park. The couple has three children who are or have been ski racers. In addition to ski clinics, NASTC offers back-country programs, avalanche safety programs, rock climbing and mountaineering clinics. If you haven’t had enough skiing in the winter, there are a number of summer ski clinics NASTC offers in South America.  For more information, contact NASTC at (530) 3862102 or visit skinastc.com.

Do you know someone interesting in Tahoe? To nominate someone you’d like to see featured, e-mail editor@tahoethisweek.com.

– Jenny Fellows Clinics in Tahoe take place at Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows and Sugar Bowl. Their most recent clinic was an All Conditions-All Terrain clinic held at Squaw for two of the days and Alpine Meadows for one day. Workshops are geared toward intermediate to advanced

areas they might want to improve on. Everyone meets at the end of the day for Tech Talk session led by Chris. Instructors go over videos of each person skiing to review their skiing techniques. The videos illuminate and highlight areas that skiers might want to continue

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PEANUT BUTTER B Y WA R R E N M I L L E R

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S and wi ches

aving just finished my favorite lunch of a peanut butter and banana sandwich with an ice cold root beer, it is time to talk about how many sick days at work you have saved up so you can use them to find your own freedom on the side of a ski hill while you are getting a sunburned face at the same time. Unfortunately, you cannot buy such a wonderful sandwich at any ski resort, mountain-top restaurant. You usually have your choice of a cheeseburger or a hamburger starting at $12.95.

“If you want to get more runs for the price of your lift ticket all you need is a fanny pack that will hold a couple of those great sandwiches. Cut them in half and leisurely eat them while you are riding on the lift.” I skied for a lot of years with a successful investment banker who could easily have bought the entire resort if it had been for sale. One day he and his wife were eating an egg salad sandwich that they had hauled to the top of the mountain in their fanny packs. They also had a couple of hard boiled eggs and four Oreo cookies. They were staying in a deluxe, $399-a-night room in a slope side condominium. After spending the morning skiing with his wife and their private instructor, he said, “I have done a cost analysis on the food prices and they are way too high. Anyway, how do you think I have gotten where I am financially if I didn’t watch things such as a too-expensive lunch for us?” This kind of apparent frugality is strange from a man and his wife who fly to ski in their private jet. There can be incredible economic disparity among the many different people who are eating lunch in a mountain restaurant on any given day. At the table next to us are a group of true road warriors. Eight of them have just driven 1,200 miles nonstop except for gas so they can ski their brains out during this one-week-a-year ski vacation. No egg salad sandwiches for them. They want the energy and camaraderie that comes with sharing sandwiches at the mountain restaurant.

I always figure that a peanut butter and sliced bananas on eight grain bread will make those afternoon turns on those demo skis a lot smoother and your legs a lot stronger. Years ago, before the invention of release or safety bindings, as I still call them, it was estimated that a skier had 1 chance in 10 of getting hurt. That logic would lead you to believe that if you skied 10 times you would get hurt. I averaged about 100 days of skiing each winter every year but one since 1946. That is a lot of skiing and I only got hurt once and that was when a binding released prematurely while I was traversing at only 3 mph. Fortunately, I didn’t break my leg, but I did break my back. After missing my peanut butter and banana sandwiches for 17 days and having to live on hospital food, including a lot of different-colored bowls of Jello, I finally got home to the good, old-fashioned peanut butter and banana sandwiches that my wife makes for me. If you want to get more runs for the price of your lift ticket all you need is a fanny pack that will hold a couple of those great sandwiches. Cut them in half and leisurely eat them while you are riding on the lift. The first time I had lunch with Laurie, who became my future wife, it was on the Limelight chairlift at Sun Valley. I had a pocket full of trail mix and by the time we got to the top, the peanuts in the trail mix had energized me to keep skiing nonstop. Or, was it because I had just met my future wife and could not begin to keep up with her fast skiing? She always waits for me at the bottom and I still don’t know whether it was so we could ride up together or she just liked the trail mix from the pocket of my almost-flattened down vest. There were more feathers in the trail mix than she approved of but she was a good sport about it … back then. You might not like what she’d say in this era if I offered her the same lunch today. n Warren Miller is history’s most prolific and enduring ski filmmaker. Visit warrenmiller.net or his Facebook page at facebook.com/warrenmiller. Read more of Warren’s stories at TheTahoeWeekly.com.

GUIDED TOURS

LITTLE TRUCKEE SUMMIT

COLDSTREAM ADVENTURES | Truckee

There are several marked routes with about 110 miles of groomed trails. Marked snowmobile 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. Most trails are groomed. Trailhead at Jackson Meadow Road, about 14 miles north of Truckee on Highway 89.

(530) 582-9090 | coldstreamadventures.com

EAGLE RIDGE SNOWMOBILE / OUTFITTERS | Truckee / Sierraville (530) 414-8468 | sden450@hotmail.com

TRAIL AREAS Trail Areas MOUNT ROSE

TAHOE MEADOWS

Intermediate to advance On Mount Rose above Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Meadows offers an expansive area where snowmobilers can enjoy the back country. Head up Highway 431 from Incline Village until you reach the meadows before the summit. This is a busy area on the weekends, so visit during the week. Snowmobiling is allowed on the north side of Highway 431 only from the staging area to service road 051. Follow this road northwest to the 1,000-acre riding area.

BLACKWOOD CANYON Intermediate 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. 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, some steep bowls and many roads.

Easy to advanced

PROSSER LAKE/TRUCKEE AREA Easy to advanced

Take Highway 89 north of Truckee. Various launching sites are along the road at Prosser Lake, Hobart Mills, etc. A large Sno-Park is about 14 miles north of Interstate 80 at Little Truckee Summit. Groomed roads lead to hundreds of miles

of back country. Access to Basset’s Station on Highway 49 for lunch and gas (30 miles), Mount Lola at 10,300 ft., Webber Lake trail system, ridges at Independence Lake and more. From Prosser, go east or west of Highway 89 to open areas. Sno-Park permit required.*

CISCO GROVE

RATTLESNAKE Easy to advanced

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. Sno-Park permit required.*

HIGHWAY 49

CABIN CREEK TRAIL

YUBA PASS AREA

A marked route of 3 to 6 miles follows old logging roads and Cabin Creek Road off Highway 89 south of Truckee. Turn onto Cabin Creek and look for the unmarked trailhead 1 mile from the highway. Enjoy gentle, rolling slopes. Parking is limited.

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. Snowmobilers can head north on the trail 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.*

Intermediate

TRUCKEE

MARTIS PEAK

Intermediate to advanced 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.

Easy to advanced

Call (530) 546-5995, ext. 100, to be listed in Snowmobiling. *Sno-Park permits ohv.parks.ca.gov/snoparks or find locations at (916) 324-1222.

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For the Kids

Activities

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ADVENTURE

SLEDDING & TUBING BLACKWOOD CANYON (530) 543-2600

SKY JUMP

(530) 583-7673 | squawadventure.com A safe, jumping adventure on trampolines connected to a bungee system in the Village at Squaw. All ages. TART

ICE SKATING SQUAW VALLEY (530) 403-0206 | squaw.com Olympic Ice Pavilion at High Camp. Hockey or figure skating rentals. TART

Snowplay area off Hwy. 89, 3 miles south of Tahoe City. Bring equipment. USFS permit required.*

DONNER SUMMIT (530) 587-3558 South side of I-80, Castle Peak exit beyond Boreal Inn frontage road. Bring equipment. USFS permit. $5 daily, $25 season pass.*

GRANLIBAKKEN

Machine-groomed snow play area; no tubes or toboggans allowed. All ages.

TRUCKEE (530) 582-7720 | tdrpd.com At Truckee River Regional Park with snack bar, skate rentals, broomball leagues, ice dancing & hockey lessons. Skate rentals & season passes available. TART

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cal sciences and activities will include properties of matter, physical/chemical changes, energy and energy transfer, electricity, light, sound, forces and motion, magnetism, air pressure, friction and more. The Science Expo fosters student excitement and interest in science. Free ice cream is provided by Susie Scoops during the event.

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25-yard indoor pool with 6 lanes, 1-meter spring diving board, swims training, hydraulic lift at Tahoe-Truckee High School. TART

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Incline Recreation Center offers underwater fun on March 19 at the center pool from noon to 1:30 p.m. Ages 11 and younger are welcome to hunt Easter eggs while the Easter Bunny makes an early appearance. There will be a bounce house and the inflat-able slide will be up until 4 p.m. Children, age 3 and younger, must be accompanied by a parent or an adult. Pricing is $2 per child for Rec Center members, $4 per child for IVGID passholders and $5 per child for nonmembers. Check-in is required. Preregister at the rec center or call (775) 832-1310.

Babysitting classes are for kids in Grades 6 and above. Instructor Amanda Oberacker will teach safety, first aid, business basics and creative ways to keep kids entertained. The class will be offered at Truckee’s Community Rec Center on March 16 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The fee is $80. | (530) 587-7720 or tdrpd.org

What’s at Rideout this winter For future rocket scientists, there’s 3,2,1...Blast off! offered in two two-week sessions. The program will introduce the fundamentals of rocketry and flight and allow students to build, launch, recover and take home two rockets. Session 2 is March 15 and 22. All classes are from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Five Ingredients…More or Less is a four-week cooking class offered on Tuesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. starting March 29. Students learn how to cook easy, healthy recipes using up to five ingredients. Spring Break Adventure Camp is from April 11 to 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for Grades 1 to 6. The days include field trips, outdoor games, crafts and cooking. | tcpud.org

Music to little ears Tahoe City Park and Recreation offers a music class for the families with kids, infants to age 5. Instructor Brooke Chabot of Truckee Tahoe Music Together offers dance, singing, music and instruments in a relaxed setting. The class will run Fridays until March 27 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at the Fairway Community Center. | (530) 583-3440 or tcpud.org

Writing competition for high-school kids Nevada County Reads & Writes announces a writing contest for its all-communityread book “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevenson, the highly acclaimed and award-winning look at racial bias in the justice system. Local high-school students are invited to enter a writing competition, the guidelines and writing prompts are available at the Truckee Library or at nevco.org. First place prize is $200. The secondplace prize is $100. The third place prize is $75. There will be an awards and public reading event. Deadline for submissions is on March 31 at 12 a.m. Call Lucinda de Lorimier, branch librarian, for information or questions. | (530) 582-7846

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FEATURE

Freshly groomed trails at Sugar Pine Point State Park.

Snowshoe through History | March 12 Full moon snowshoe tours | March 19

Spectacular skiing SUGAR PINE POINT AT

STORY & PHOTOS BY TIM HAUSERMAN

ust south of Tahoma on Tahoe’s West Shore is the location where the cross-country ski events were held at the 1960 Winter Olympics. While the stadium and the structures used at the games are long gone, some of the trails once used by the world’s best cross-country skiers still exist in Sugar Pine Point State Park, and are regularly groomed for cross-country skiing. I picked the perfect time to try out the trails at Sugar Pine. The sky was a deep, dark blue. There had been nearly a foot of fresh, dry powder the night before. And the groomer was just finishing creating lanes of picture-perfect corduroy. The Sugar Pine trails are groomed with two striding lanes and a small skating lane in the middle. While it is possible to skate, the trails are better designed for striding. The skiing was peaceful and spectacular. Other then a group of back-country skiers laden with heavy packs headed deep into the forest to visit a hut, we only encountered a few other skiers on a two-hour jaunt. The gentle, open terrain is perfect for beginning and intermediate classic skiing. The trail system truly is a hidden gem for visitors and residents of the West Shore.

for beginners. It winds through the towering pines and firs of the campground. You will find a restroom on this section. The Red Trail is the longest trail. It parallels General Creek, and is bordered by two bridges, which allow you to ski a loop on both sides of the creek. It is mostly gently rolling terrain with several open meadows dotted with humongous Jeffrey pines. There are several hills. The longest and steepest is on the north side of the creek so depending upon whether you would like to go up or down a hill, chose your direction accordingly. This trail was one of the Olympic race routes, so keep your eyes peeled for the interesting interpretative panels that describe its Olympic history.

programs that the state does not have funding for, including the recently completed Donner Memorial Park Visitor Center. The Foundation pays for the maintenance of the grooming machine at Sugar Pine, as well as the labor to run it, while the state chips in for the cost of the fuel. While providing a cross-country ski venue at the park is a prime goal for the state parks and the Foundation, there has also been a concentrated effort to memorialize the 1960 Olympic cross-country ski experience. The Olympic trails have been revitalized and markers and interpretative panels along the route tell the interesting Olympic history of the area.

“The sky was a deep, dark blue. There had been nearly a foot of fresh, dry powder the night before. And the groomer was just finishing creating lanes of picture-perfect corduroy.”

Rob Weston enjoying the trails

Use of the cross-country trails is free, and the fee to park is $5 (reduced from the $10 fee in the summer). Walking on the groomed trails is prohibited. There are about 8.5 miles of groomed trails through Sugar Pine Point State Park. A series of maps along the trail help guide you along the three trails. The Blue Loop is an easy, level route that is perfect

The Green Trail is on the south side of General Creek, and winds through the forest toward the lake. There are also skier-packed trails across Highway 89 that provide access to the Ehrman Mansion and the lakeshore. These trails are not groomed, so you might be breaking your own trail. The main trails are machine groomed every Friday and Monday, so the best days to ski are Friday and Saturday, and perhaps Monday and Tuesday. I skied the Blue and Red Trails with Rob Weston, who is a member of the Sierra State Parks Foundation board of directors. He volunteers to coordinate the grooming of the trails, often driving the grooming machine. The Foundation is a nonprofit that assists the California State Parks in the Tahoe region. It helps to create a better experience for the visitor by taking care of some of the important

The author at the location for the biathlon range during the 1960 Winter Olympics.

In addition to Weston, much of the credit for this effort goes to West Shore author and Olympic trails booster David Antonucci who wrote, “Snowball’s Chance: The Story of the 1960 Winter Games.” The 1960 Olympics were a giant step forward in cross-country skiing. They were the first Olympics to hold a biathlon competition as an official sport,the therocky crags Explore first competition to use snow cats to groom the snow,Lake and at Fontanillis and the first time powered tillers (now standard Dicks Peak. equipment on all grooming machines) were used to soften up icy snow and make it better for skiing.  For more information, visit sierrastateparks.org or parks.ca.gov.

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SIERRA STORIES BY MARK McLAUGHLIN

L ongboard Ski Racing

T Century longboard ski racers of

here’s no doubt about it, the 19th

Plumas and Sierra counties in California were the fastest humans on the planet. When snow conditions were right, these early speed demons rocketed down the mountainside at velocities approaching 90 mph. With an intensity often fueled by alcohol, ego and lucrative cash rewards, early longboard racers pushed speed and sanity to the limit.

HISTORIC LONGBOARD REVIVAL RACE MARCH 20 Races start at noon Plumas Eureka State Park

Ski racing in the northern Sierra Nevada enjoys a long and colorful history dating back to the 1850s, when some historians believe that enterprising miners rode empty ore buckets up the mountain and then schussed down slopes on long skis in an aerodynamic tuck. These down-themountain runs led to bragging rights and soon individual skiers were competing against a clocked time. The evolution of these early so called snow-shoe races from casual competitions among friends to wellpublicized events by 1860 with hundreds in attendance illustrates the rapid growth and popularity of skisport among California’s early mountain communities. The Lost Sierra is a rugged, remote region north of Truckee and snowbound most winters. But it was also home to gold miners and their families who craved entertainment and competitive sport. Norwegians who arrived during the Gold Rush spread the concept of skiing as transportation, with winter travelers slowly pushing themselves along with a long pole. After some adventurous souls decided to take their traveling skis and point them down the mountain for a thrill, snow-shoe mania swept through the northern mountains. Gold Rush towns with colorful names like Poker Flat, Whiskey Diggings, Rich Bar, Johnsville and La Porte all sponsored longboard ski teams that would compete with each

Longboard racer Rob Russell uses his soprano stick to stop. | Courtesy Mark McLaughlin

other for cash prizes that could reach $1,000, paid in silver dollars or bags of gold dust. By 1860, Sierra racing clubs were formed with elected officers and codified rules and regulations. Huge financial jackpots for the winners were a big part of the excitement and champions often spent much of their purse on drinks for friends. In 1867, La Porte’s snow-shoe club announced three days of racing for purses ranging from $25 to $75. The contest drew 42 competitors along with 300 spectators, most of which arrived on their own cross-country skis. This 1867 longboard tournament was heralded as the world’s first downhill ski championship. The title owns some legitimacy since no one else was conducting such highly structured downhill racing competitions. Robert Oliver, known locally as “Cornish Bob,” was proclaimed World Champion after he streaked down 1,804 vertical feet in 14 seconds flat; with a maximum speed calculated at 88.8 mph. During the longboard racing era, victory often relied on the dope (the equivalent of modern waxes) that skiers applied

to the bottom of their boards. Dope could consist of ingredients such as whale spermaceti (a fatty substance derived from the Sperm whale and first used in candle making), pine pitch, oils from trees like cedar, hemlock and sugar pine, as well as rosin and balsam. Secret mixtures were cooked and then allowed to cool before being hand-rubbed into the base of the skis. Dope-makers were so important that champions split their winnings 50-50 with their wax man. The speeds were terrifying. In 1879, a group of Norwegians from Marysville challenged the La Porte snow-shoers to a series of races for a $500 first place prize. The La Porte team accepted the offer, but when the Norwegians arrived they took one look at the long skis and steep course and defaulted. As one old timer explained it: “The Norwegians took just one look at our speed-burners and went right back – they just weren’t fast enough.”

“With an intensity often fueled by alcohol, ego and lucrative cash rewards, early longboard racers pushed speed and sanity to the limit.” Race courses were about 100 feet wide, up to 1,800 feet long and ran straight down the mountain. The start and finish lines were marked with American flags. Competitors lined up at the start in four-man groups, and at the report of a starting pistol or hammered metal saw blade they pulled themselves forward with their braking pole, and quickly assumed a crouch with their long pole tucked aerodynamically under one arm. Racers ran in heats with the winners advancing to the next round in a single elimination format. With no chairlifts or rope tows available, winners of each race hiked back up the mountain in order to run the next heat. The favorite ski length for most racers was about 11 to 13 feet long, most made of spruce. Bindings consisted of

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two straps that laced tightly over the toes, while the rider’s high, leather boots fitted securely over a wooden block beneath the instep. A great tribute to early California ski racing was that women were included in the competitions. Female skiers really caught the eye of the miners. One man wrote, “Nothing on a bright sunshiny morning can be more graceful or beautiful than a fair young lassie gliding over hills upon her Norwegian snow-shoes.” During racing season, women in full-length skirts could be seen flying down the snow-covered mountainsides with reckless abandon. The women’s races often drew the largest crowds and loudest cheers. In 1867, Lotti Joy shot down a 1,230-foot-long race slope at 49 mph to set the earliest women’s speed record. Not bad for a small woman on long skis that didn’t turn and the only way to stop was to straddle the wooden pole and try to use it as a rudder and brake. At another event, one 14-year-old girl schussed down 1,230 feet in just 21 seconds. California’s Snow-shoe Racing Era ended at the beginning of the 20th Century, but in the early 1990s a new generation of Plumas Ski Club members fired up a Longboard Revival Series at Plumas County’s historic Eureka Bowl, one of the world’s oldest recorded alpine racing sites. Today, the PSC’s annual winter races attract throngs of families who come to enjoy sledding, live music and tasty barbecue. The old rope tows haven’t operated for years, so skiers must climb for their runs, just like in the old days. Alcohol consumption is forbidden in the park, but on race day silver flasks are common. Park rangers are tolerant of all the festivities, keeping in mind the motto of the Plumas Ski Club: “Skiing and Whiskeying in the Sierra Nevada since 1874.” This year’s World Champion Longboard Ski Races will be held on Sunday, March 20, at Plumas Eureka State Park. For more information, visit plumasskiclub.org. See you there.  Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin is a nationally published author and professional speaker. His award-winning books are available at local stores or at thestormking.com. You may reach him at mark@ thestormking.com. Check out his blog at tahoenuggets.com, or read more at TheTahoeWeekly.com

Nostalgia

FATEFUL VICTORY The 1867 longboard racing tournament hosted by the Alturas Snowshoe Club was heralded as the world’s first downhill ski championship. After the racing concluded, Robert Oliver, also known as “Cornish Bob,” was proclaimed World Champion after he streaked down 1,804 vertical feet in 14 seconds; his peak speed was calculated at 88.8 mph. As the champ, Oliver was feted to an enthusiastic celebration by the skiing fraternity. But Robert Oliver’s victory led to a jealous encounter the following year when fellow racer Robert Francis shot him dead.

Photograph and caption are from Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin’s awardwinning books Longboards to Olympics: A Century of Tahoe Winter Sports” and “Skiing at Lake Tahoe” available in stores or at thestormking.com. Courtesy Mark McLaughlin

March 10-23, 2016

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Come out to Gallery Keoki on March 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. to hobnob with the Squaw Valley Avalanche Rescue Dogs. The night is fundraiser for the Squaw Valley Avalanche Rescue Dogs & Education Fund. Everyone is welcome.

Kapala Level 1 Training with Chandra Easton and Polly Ryan is at For Goodness Sake. Inspired by the ancient practice of Chöd, Feeding Your Demons, is a fivestep process that teaches compassion and understanding of inner demons. The work will be balanced by Prajna Paramita, a nature of mind meditation practice on March 11 to 13. Feeding Your Demons is on March 18 and 20. | goodnesssake.org

Topics will include the basic understanding of financials, how to set up and manage different accounts, how to reconcile books with statements and how to run financial reports. Speaker Tanya Barron has more than 20 years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, QuickBooks training, customer service and marketing and sales. Preregister by March 11. The cost is $20 for Chamber members and $30 for nonmembers. Space is limited. | truckeechamber.com

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Granite Chief hosts the 3 Annual Shreddit Showdown ski movie continue with categories for adults and groms. Entries for a three-minute ski movie edit must be received by March 12, with a Red Carpet Award Ceremony on March 24. Films must have skiing as the central theme and storyline. | granitechief.com

Palm Sunday service will be held on March 20 at 10 a.m. in the historic Squaw Valley Chapel. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. | squawvalleychapel.com A Tenebrae Service will be held March 23 at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Tahoe City. This is an ancient Christian tradition of readings, music, art and candles to commemorate the last week of Christ’s life. | (530) 583-7458 or tahoeministries.com Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of local worship services.

Senior needs assessment hearing Area 4 Agency on Aging is holding a meeting to determine the requests for seniors in the region on March 16 at Truckee Town Hall from 3 to 5 p.m. The nutrition program funding is a necessity, but other areas are open for change, such as transportation, housing and in-home support. Those interested in voicing an opinion for the next funding cycle are invited to attend. The Nevada and Placer County Supervisors, as well as Truckee Town Council members, will be present. | agencyonaging4.org

Truckee Chamber Knowledge Bites A Knowledge Bites workshop on QuickBooks is on March 16 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Truckee Tahoe Airport District.

Lake Spirit Award nominations sought Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is accepting nominations for Lake Spirit Awards to honor people making progress protecting Lake Tahoe. Members of the public are encouraged to nominate exemplary members of the community who are going above and beyond the call of duty to protect the beauty and clarity of the Lake. Nominations are also open in the agency representative/ environmental scientist category. A North Shore and South Shore winner in each category will be selected. Nominations for the Lake Spirit Awards may be submitted at trpa.org until March 14.

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HIGH FIVES Riverside Studios in Truckee presents Lion Heart Art Show, featuring local artists using 10” by 10” panels of wood who have created art in a number of different media. The show will be on display for the month of March. Pieces are priced at $100 each and the show is benefit for the High Fives Foundation’s CR Johnson Healing Center. Featured artists include Angie Fluitt, Anthony Arevelo, Pam McAdoo and Eva Stramer Nichols. | riversideartstudios.com

Living in a material world Incline Village, Nev. Sierra Nevada College offers art exhibits in different media. Glass artist and alumna, Carol Hutchinson, will have a retrospective exhibition at the Tahoe Gallery until March 11. “Beyond Material” at Garage Door Gallery until March 18 is a traveling show of work conceptually responding to the history of fiber as a craft. “From the Lens of Eleanor Preger” is at the Community Gallery in Holman Arts & Media Center until April 8. This is Burning Man photography from 2013 to 2015. An artist’s reception is on April 5 from 5 to 6 p.m. followed by an artist’s talk from 6 to 7:30 p.m.| sierranevada.edu

A town that plays together … Truckee An opening reception for “Play” will be held on March 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Tahoe Donner Recreation and Park Community Center. The show features twodimensional art works, sculpture and photography that honor those glorious moments that make living here special. Everyone is encouraged to attend the evening of live music, refreshments and art. “Play” will be on display until May 20. | tdrpd.org

Art that is BEARable Tahoe City North Tahoe Arts presents exhibits by the Tahoe BEAR League until April 4 in the Corison Loft. Comprised mostly of the BEAR League’s personal collection of bear-inspired artwork, featured artists will include Alice Shaw, Ted Guzzi, Jonathan LaBenne, Katherine DeWitt Anglin and Cathy McClelland. This exhibit will celebrate bears and promote bear awareness in the community, so we can live in harmony with bears. Artwork created by the students at North Tahoe High School will be on display in the Main Gallery until April 4. | northtahoearts.com 22

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Art helping hands Truckee “Many Hands” is a joint exhibition of the artwork of Courtney Cerruti and Lisa Solomon at Atelier until April 30. The two artists are presenting some pieces collaboratively, embellishing the pieces they exchange. | ateliertruckee.com

Busy bees’ beautiful blankets Incline Village, Nev. Bee Inclined Quilters and Washoe County Library System present a Quilt Exhibition until April 30 at the Incline Village Library. An artists’ conversation and reception is on March 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. | (775) 832-4130 or washoecountylibrary.us

Classes hosted at Atelier Truckee Atelier announces its upcoming art classes. Local artist Anke Haas will teach Earth and Art Spheres on March 11 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In this study of nature and art, students will create drawings with Conté crayons, soft pastels, charcoal and pencils. The $45 class fee includes materials. On March 15 and March 22, a drop-in Knitting Group meets from 4 to 6 p.m. This is free and open to all knitters, croche-ters or loom artists. Materials are available. On March 23 is an intermediate Acrylic Painting class, studying the style of Chuck Close from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Students are asked to bring a color photograph of a face, to impose a grid to create the template for their artwork. All supplies are provided. The cost is $35. On March 25, Anke Haas will teach Love for (water) Colour from 3 to 5:30 p.m. In this introductory watercolor workshop, students will learn about analogous and complementary colors as well as how to see, recognize and recreate atmosphere through color. All supplies are provided for the class. The cost is $45. | ateliertruckee. com

although students may bring their own. Preregister online.| artsinwellness@gmail.com

Botanical Impressions Carson City, Nev. The Capital City Arts Initiative announces, “Botanical Impressions,” by artist Claudia Knous at the Carson City Community Center’s Sierra Room until March 11. Knous presents hand-dyed silk wall hangings. She finds inspiration for her work while hiking in the Carson City foothills. | 775-721-7424

Allowing for leeway Carson City, Nev. Reno artist Nate Clark’s “Leeway” is featured at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery until March 11. In this selection of Clark’s recent paintings, he examines order and structure through mark making and highlights the subtle contrast between the imperfections of handmade marks and a methodical formula or scientific method. | arts4nevada.org

A celebration of horses Reno, Nev. ‘The Horse” and “Horses in the American West” are concurrent exhibitions

at the Nevada Museum of Art, Donald W. Reynolds Center for the Visual Arts, E. L. Wiegand Gallery. “The Horse” explores early interactions between horses and humans and shows how equines have influenced civilization over the centuries. “Horses in the American West” showcases the significance and impact of horses in the settlement and culture of the western United States, including Nevada. Both exhibitions remain on view through July 3. To foster engagement with the various themes presented in the exhibitions, numerous public programming events are scheduled. On March 11 at noon, Susan Kauffmann will discuss the psychology of horses and natural horsemanship. On March 18 at noon, Keri Brandt will discuss images of men and women’s relationships with horses. Both talks are free to museum members and $10 for nonmembers. On March 19, the film “Black Beauty” will be shown at 3 p.m. The cost is $5 for museum members and $7 for nonmembers. | nevadaart.org

Reeves’ work on display Kings Beach Soule Domain features the art of Heidi Reeves through May at the restaurant. “Art has been a part of my life since birth. My

The art of acrylic landscapes Truckee Local artist Susie Alexander will be offering Acrylic Painting Landscape on March 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. The class offers a larger spectrum of colors for beginning and navigating to a completed landscape masterpiece. All materials are provided,

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grandmother was an oil painter and from the age of 7 or 8. I remember spending weekends with her where she set me up with an easel and brushes and showed me how to create magic,” Reeves says on her Web site. Reeves’ work is also on display at North Tahoe Arts Center. | heidireevesart.com

The West in its glory Carson City, Nev. OXS Gallery presents “A Brushwork Roundup,” Western paintings and drawings by Craig Sheppard from March 21 to May 13. The show features 26 drawings that exemplify Sheppard’s abiding fasci-

nation with horses. A gallery reception and discussion will be on May 3 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. | nevadaculture.org

New ways to conceptualize Reno, Nev. University of Nevada, Reno Galleries hosts concurrent exhibits until April 8. “Beautiful Soil” will feature Chinese ceramics from various dynasties and spanning centuries, demonstrating the rich and diverse tradition of object making in ancient China. These works come to the university as a promised gift. “Brendan Tang: Souvenirs from Earth” offers sculptures that integrate references to Ming Dynasty ceramic forms, Japanese anime and Asian import goods. Tang uses humor to nurture viewer engagement when addressing sensitive subjects. His morphed and mutated objects conceptual the world in new ways. | (775) 784-4278

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Tahoe City North Tahoe Arts: A Gathering of Art program meets on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at the Corison Loft from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The program is designed to allow artists and novice artists to work on individual projects. Bring equipment, easels and supplies (tables and chairs provided). There will be no instructor. A Gathering of Art is open to the public. There is no charge, but a donation to North Tahoe Arts would help defray the costs of supplies for Kids’ Art Saturday programs. Donations are tax deductible. | (530) 581-2787

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Calendar Ongoing

2nd Saturday

“Leeway” OXS Gallery | Until March 11

Free admission Nevada Museum of Art

Carol Hutchinson SNC Tahoe Gallery | Until March 11

“Botanical Impressions” Carson City Community Center | Until March 11

“Play” Truckee Community Rec Center | March 11-May 20

“Beyond Material” SNC Garage Door Gallery | Until March 18

“A Brushwork Roundup” OXS Gallery | March 21 to May 13

Fab ‘n’ Funky Art Sale North Tahoe Arts | Until March 31

Lion Heart Art Show Riverside Studios | Until March 31

Tahoe BEAR League & NTHS Artwork North Tahoe Arts | Until April 4

1st & 3rd Wednesday Gathering of Art North Tahoe Arts Center

Thursday Guided art tours Nevada Museum of Art (except 1st Thursday)

Kids’ Art day Nevada Museum of Art

March 11 Earth and Art Spheres Atelier Artists’ reception Truckee Community Rec Center

Psychology of horses and natural horsemanship Nevada Museum of Art

March 15 Knitting Group Atelier

March 18 Images of humans’ relationship with horses Nevada Museum of Art

March 19 “Black Beauty” Nevada Museum of Art Poetry Out Loud KNPB Channel 5 Reno

March 22 Artists’ reception Incline Village Library Knitting Group Atelier

March 23 Acrylic Painting Atelier

March 25 Love for (water) colour Atelier

2nd Friday

March 26

Senior art classes & tours

Acrylic Landscape Instruction

Nevada Museum of Art

North Tahoe Arts

Saturday & Sunday

April 5

Guided art tours Nevada Museum of Art

Artist’s reception Sierra Nevada College

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Puzzles

Trivia test

by Fifi Rodriquez

1. GEOGRAPHY: What river flows through the Grand Canyon? 2. MUSIC: Who sang the pop hit “School’s Out”? 3. LANGUAGE: What is the subject studied in zythology? 4. MOVIES: In “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,” what kind of creature was Jim Carrey looking for? 5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of ants called? 6. MATH: What is the name of an angle that is more than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees? 7. HISTORY: Which country gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States? 8. INVENTIONS: Who invented the mercury thermometer? 9. CHEMISTRY: What element does the Br symbol stand for? 10. ANCIENT WORLD: Which key figure in the Trojan War was described in literature as having “the face that launched a thousand ships”?

Strange but true

by Samantha Weaver

It was President Franklin Roosevelt who made the following sage observation: “Government by organized money is just as dangerous as government by organized mob.”

Differences: 1. Box flap is missing, 2. Slice of bread is smaller, 3. Jar cap is missing, 4. Slingshot is missing, 5. Boy’s cap is missing, 6. Arm is moved.

What could you call a fish who’s always wary and guarded? Herring on the side of caution.

1. Colorado, 2. Alice Cooper, 3. Beer and beer making, 4. A dolphin, 5. Colony, 6. Obtuse, 7. France, 8. Gabriel Fahrenheit, 9. Bromine, 10. Helen of Troy

TRIVIA TEST

Worried about snooping? You may be surprised by the results of a recent survey: It seems that 82 percent of men claim that they have never peeked into a date’s medicine cabinet.

March 10-23, 2016

Horoscopes

PUZZLES FOR KIDS

FIRE

EARTH

FUN & GAMES AIR

WATER

Michael Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor is an astrologer, counselor and life coach | SunStarAstrology.com

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)

The Sun in your sign is an invitation to take new initiatives. Yet sometimes there is a delay and this year you may be feeling it. At best this is affording you the opportunity to think more carefully before you act. At worst, you feel frustrated and caught in limbo. Trust the feel and be ready because it stands to take a pretty sharp turn in the coming weeks.

Pleasing others has its time and place but so too does taking the initiative and asserting yourself. At this time, you are destined to decipher how to strike the balance. Generally, this is an expansive time and the time is right to enter new territory somehow. Yet, others need you to be there for them and especially of late. It could simply be a matter of time management nicely wrapped in a diplomatic package.

Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20) Dreams of possibility continue to dance in your mind. The reality of acting upon them is poking you. Yet, you may want to continue dreaming for a while longer anyway. It may be that the dreams you have been having are not quite what you want or feel are in alignment with your deeper destiny. Perhaps you just want to linger longer in theta land. Since you are a timeless, eternal being, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the rush?

Taurus (Apr 20-May 21)

Libra (Sep 22-Oct 22) How is your health? It might be time for a check-up. There is reason to say you have been on a roll so to keep the momentum going, look into what you can do to be as healthy as you can be. The playful theme continues as well so perhaps make an appointment for next month. It is all a feature of an important learning curve that is just about at its peak point in the cycle.

Scorpio (Oct 22-Nov 21)

Thoughts and reflections about what makes you special are keeping you, and perhaps others too, awake at night. Beyond your already activated many talents, innovations and inventions are down-loading from higher dimensions. Your main task now is to take note and to outline these into a realistic draft. The notion that you can be anything you want may be snake oil, but you can access the fullness of your being.

At better moments our creative moments are blessed with romance and reverie and this may be one of them. Quality time at home and shared with the one(s) you love may all you want and need just now. In the deeper end, you are feeling the push to face your fears. The key to doing so is to identify them and them and their roots if you can. Better an enemy you know than one that lurks in the subconscious.

Sagittarius (Nov 21-Dec 21) Gemini (May 21-Jun 21) For you dreams are not mere whims of the mind in the night, they are your daily duty to realize. Creative sparks are igniting flash cards packed with brilliant ideas. Like lasers that illuminate the dance floor, you are inspired to move with the rhythm and beat. Looking to the future, you see a bigger picture of possibility than you have for some time. Confidence will follow on the heels of action.

Bringing definition and dimension to your dreams is an important theme now. Whether you simply share your visions with those who believe in you or you go the distance and make up a dream board, or perhaps make a business plan, the co-creative process requires your input. Risk is required now and the way to make it calculated is to proceed with the end in mind.

Capricorn (Dec 21-Jan 19) Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22) Sometimes we dig deeper to access our truth and the same can be said of getting the facts. Since both are on your mind, you are probably extra busy. It may be that you have to cover a lot of bases and may, therefore, feel spread thin. But the flow demands it and you want answers too. So keep breathing as you do the double time required.

Leo (Jul 22-Aug 23)

Your sights are set on the future. Your imagination is working overtime as you review the possibilities and implications. This can prove inspiring, yet can be scary too. If you feel a bit intimidated, it is probably because your imagination is getting the better of you. If so, snap back to the present moment and take it one day at a time. Positively, inventiveness is guiding your dreams.

Aquarius (Jan 19-Feb 19)

Clearing the old to make way for the new is an important theme of late. Whether it is stuff, attitudes, and perceptions, worn out associations or otherwise, the time is right to move on somehow. In the higher sense, it may be deemed a graduation point. But some of your fans are waiting for your next appearance. So do your homework and whatever else you must and then step out to meet and greet.

You are in a progressive mood. While determined to explore your options, you also want to be realistic. This includes making preparations rather than being reactive. Call it the planning stage. Expect the momentum to build as the month progresses and especially as spring gets underway. Although you are not in the mood to gamble, you are open to making a few investments.

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Too old to climb the curtains, but NEVER too old to climb in your lap! Miss Freida is a wonderful and classy feline looking for a quiet home without other cats or kids.

Blackie, Blue Eyes, Midnight and Tiny are all blind kitties. Being blind from birth, they are able to get around the house well but need to be indoors only.

This young pup puts the play in playful. He is sweet and super goofy with lots of energy andwill need a good amount of exercise outdoors.

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TAKE A

DOG SLEDDING ADVENTURE

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STORY & PHOTOS BY TIM HAUSERMAN

s soon as I exited my car at the Resort at Squaw Creek I could hear them. The anxious pleas of sled dogs, chomping at the bit to get running and pull sleds around the Squaw Creek meadow. Every winter day when the snow conditions are right, Wilderness Adventures Dog Sled Tours takes their 52 highly trained sled dogs from their kennel near Truckee to the Resort at Squaw Creek. Using four or five sleds, they can conduct up to 20 tours a day. I recently hopped aboard one of those sleds under the capable hands of musher Matt Byers. The view across the valley to the mountains of Squaw Valley is spectacular, and the motion of the sled sliding smoothly on the snow, was relaxing and fun. The highlight of the journey, however, even for someone like me who is not really a dog person, is watching the behavior of the pack of dogs. These Alaskan

Huskies are feisty, energized marathon runners with small, thin bodies designed to run and run at a steady speed for hours at a time. They are the same breed that takes on the nearly 1,000-mile Iditarod sled dog race in Alaska, when they spend days on end running in the below-zero temperatures. Whether waiting for the next tour or loping around the course, the dogs are always fascinating to watch. Minor dog revolts frequently erupt when one of the 10 dogs on the line decides they want to go in 26

“These Alaskan Huskies are feisty, energized marathon runners with small, thin bodies designed to run and run at a steady speed for hours at a time.”

a different direction than the lead dog, and they often emit quick barks and nip at each other as they run. As we slid along, Byers talked about the different personalities of the dogs. Some dogs are all business, while some are taking it easy and making the others take up the slack. But whatever their personalities, they are working dogs. When one of the mushers let his goofy lab Sadie come see the customers, it was quickly apparent that the working Huskies looked at Sadie as a tourist on permanent vacation, and Sadie was smart enough to keep her distance. Wilderness Adventures owners Brian and Deanne Mass ran their first dog sled tour in 1999 at Sugar Bowl. Brian got into dog sledding after doing a lot of winter camping with a couple of pet huskies. He acquired a few harnesses and a small sled and started having the dogs “pull me on the flat stuff on my snowboard,” he says. He learned from his mistakes, read everything he could get his hands on about sled dogs, and went from four dogs to six dogs and then decided to take the big leap to opening it as a business. Running a dog sled tour business is certainly not just a job; it has to be a passion to deal with the long and challenging hours required. You need enough snow to run the dogs, but not so much that you can’t run them. The last two winters they were not able to operate due to a lack of snow. But Byers remembers the winter of 2011, when most of the time there was too much snow to run the dogs. Instead, they spent day after day shoveling out the dogs’ pens.

Even on a normal winter day, the daily routine of a dog sled company is a 12-plus hour operation. Each musher takes care of his own team. It begins in the morning with cleaning up after the dogs, dishing out snacks and loading the dogs into the trucks. After a day at work pulling sleds, the dogs return home and are given a health check, with special attention paid to the feet. Then, they eat the big meal of the day, and lay down on a bed of straw in their individual homes. For the Maas family it has become a family affair. Fourteen-year-old Elias now runs a sled, working every day as an important part of the operation, and 18-year-old Ravyn also helps out.

In general, the sled dog tours run seven days a week between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. But dates and times vary due to snow conditions. The maximum weight per sled is 500 lbs., which in most cases would allow a couple and perhaps one child to fit in a sled. Weekday rates are $110 for adults and $55 for children with a $150 minimum per sled. Weekend rates are slightly higher.  For more information or to make a reservation, call (530) 4263840 or visit tahoedogsledtours.com.

March 10-23, 2016

The LIVE MUSIC, SHOWS & NIGHTLIFE

THE MUSIC SCENE

Music SCENE

March music madness

I N C R Y S TA L B AY

PIMPS OF JOYTIME & FUNK HUNTERS S T O R Y B Y P R I YA H U T N E R

“ This might be one of those weekends to consider renting a room at the Bilty and dancing into the wee hours.” “The band has a good chemistry and is locked in together,” J. explains. Band members include bass player David Bailis, drummer John Staten and Mayteana Morales and Kim Dawson, vocals and percussion. “We design our sets to generate energy. It’s dance music infused with excitement. We like to keep it interesting. We create a vibe and musical ambience so people can find their vibe. It’s a groove thing we do together,” said J. of their performances. Referred to as a band that makes you sweat, J. explains that they are high energy and dance-y. J. explains that he pulls much of his inspiration from his relationship to music. “There is a resonance and connection I have with music. When I hear something or am quiet for part of the day, it helps me embrace the musical energy. Music has basically sculpted my world view and perception of humanity,” he muses. Bailis is passionate about fitness and healthy eating. When the band is touring he helps the group maintain a healthy lifestyle, which can be difficult when travelling. He writes a blog called “Tour Organic” where he writes about healthy places to eat on the road. Brian J.’s latest endeavor is a Web series on YouTube called “Jamming with J.” He hosts musical guests and plays music with them that is both moving and unique. Some of the jams are held in his Brooklyn apartment while other jams sessions are filmed on the road.

If you are looking for advice when starting out in the industry J. offers this, “First create something that’s really great, rather than look for a record deal or booking agents, build a following and get your own thing going and get noticed.” Pimps are no strangers to Tahoe and with a new release under their belt, Brian J. says the group is already on the final touches of their next record. They plan to play a few new tunes during their upcoming show. The band is having fun working and creating their unique and infectious sound. For Tahoe they J. says, “We’ll do our own thing and come and rip it.”

FUNK HUNTERS BRING FUTURE SOUL Duncan “Dunk” Smith and Nick Middleton are two DJs from Vancouver, Canada, that make up the Funk Hunters. Touring for the last eight years, the DJs started out playing house parties, moved to clubs, then produced their own gigs and eventually the duo took the show on the road and now tour the world. Just off their biggest tour to date, the Funk Hunters played 26 shows in five weeks over five countries, touring with Mr. Chali 2na, one

After party with Sneaky Creatures March 18 | 9 p.m. $20 advance | $23 at the door | $40 booth Crystal Bay Casino | Crystal Bay, Nev.

of the founding members of Jurassic Five. Fresh Bakin and Rambo Productions host an electronic party when they present The Funk Hunters along with The Emancipators on March 19 at Tahoe Biltmore. The Funk Hunters bring their unique, funky, electronic sound that embraces musical styles of old classic rock, golden era hip-hop and what Smith calls future soul. “Future soul is a well-produced, almost chillin’, type music that still rocks the dance floor,” describes Smith. “We enjoy people and spreading good vibes. Our music is funky, fun and varied. We play music we love and yet are original and unique.” Their shows close to home often include live musicians and custom light effects. They play genre parties and lots of electronic music. “As electronic music blew up, people wanted quality, soulful music with good production,” says Smith. “I love all types of music. Our goal is to make people want to dance and have a good time.”

Always keeping it real, the Funk Hunters are inspired by their network of friends doing similar things. “People we work with, that we look up to and now headline with inspire us. When they rise, we rise. Collaborating solidifies that you’re on the right path,” explains Smith. “Working with others cooperatively is the way to go. We hold each other up and take care of each other.” “As you grow as an artist you can begin to do your own thing,” says Smith. The Funk Hunters realized some of this when they played 12 sets in four days at Burning Man in 2014. “We got to do whatever we wanted. We played as many sets as we could and had a lot of fun,” says Smith, who adds that he can’t wait to get back to Burning Man. “We plan to bring the funk to Tahoe. We love the area. We’re playing with the Emancipators. I love these guys and have a great time playing with them. We’ll get down and rock and roll around,” Smith says. Tainted Love hits the CBC on March 19, as well, adding their 80s outrage to the area. This might be one of those weekends to consider renting a room at the Bilty and dancing into the wee hours.  For more information on Pimps of Joytime and Tainted Love, visit crystalbaycasino.com or for the Funk Hunters and The Emancipator, visit tahoebiltmore.com. Mark Brennan

madness when the Crystal Bay Casino and the Tahoe Biltmore serve up some funk, electronica and 80s outrage. Hitting Crystal Bay are the Pimps of Joytime at the Crystal Bay Casino on March 18 and Tainted Love on March 19, while Funk Hunters and The Emancipators perform at the Tahoe Biltmore on March 19. The Pimps of Joytime are renowned for their energetic contagious sets. Brian J., lead vocalist and guitar player for Pimps of Joytime describes their sound as “Groove-infused gumbo with elements of soul, blues, rock and electronic music.” The band draws from New Orleans funk, 90s club house, 60s salsa and hiphop and are all evident in their new LP, “Jukestone Paradise.”

Pimps of Joytime w/Big Sam’s Funk Nation

FUNK HUNTERS

o you want to dance under the moon-

PIMPS OF JOYTIME

D light? March offers massive music

Funk Hunters w/The Emancipators March 19 | 9:30 p.m. | 21+ $25 advance | $30 at the door Tahoe Biltmore | Crystal Bay, Nev. 27

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Lake Tahoe Dance Collective

8 Winter th

Repertory

March 18 & 19 | 7 p.m. March 19 & 20 | 2 p.m. Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema | Tahoe City $25

LAKE TAHOE DANCE Collective opens its 8th Annual Winter Repertory with a celebration of diversity in dance with three new creations, while honoring the classicism of yesterday. The evening opens with the world premiere of a work by Jacqueline Lopez of Ballet Naçional de Mexico, which she created for the Collective in January. The vibrant piece shows the dancers in raw, confrontational movement that challenges their relationship with the audience and one another. The program continues with the premiere of a creation by Isabella Terrazas, just 13 years old, entitled “Initium.” In the final collaboration of the evening, Hanna herself shares the stage with Erik Wagner, formerly of San Francisco Ballet and Bern Ballet in Switzerland. An excerpt from the ballet “Paquita “concludes the evening. | laketahoedancecollective.org

C A L E N D A R | MARCH 10-24, 2016 THEATER & SHOWS Evening at The Improv Harvey’s Lake Tahoe | Stateline, Nev. Budd Friedman’s legendary comedy showcase brings in two new comics weekly with host Howie Nave with Don McMillan and Nick Youssef until March 13 (dark from March 16 to 20), Allen Harvey and Dana Eagles from March 23 to 27, and Ritch Shydner and Nika Williams from March 30 to April 3. Wed.-Sun. at 8:30, 9:30 & 10:30 p.m. Starting at $25. | harveystahoe.com

MARCH 10 | THURSDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE

Prairie League

FROM THEIR BEGINNINGS in Ohio as a group of friends playing cover tunes to the present-day unit featuring founding member/pedal-steel innovator John David Call, veteran bassist Mike Reilly, drummer Scott Thompson and guitar ace Donnie Clark, Pure Praire League continues to embellish the rich 45-year history of one of country-rock’s pioneering forces. Now in their fifth decade, Pure Prairie League continues to lead the way for the new generation of country rockers such as Keith Urban, Nickel Creek, Wilco and so many others that cite PPL as a major influence. | boomtownreno.com 28

The Shape of Things Brüka Theatre | Reno, Nev. “The Shape of Things” is a 2001 intelligent comedy by popular American author and film director Neil LaBute. Directed by Stacy Johnson, the central themes focus on the nature of stoicism, art, psychopathy, intimacy, explorations of love and people’s willingness to do things for love. It is set in a small university town in the American Midwest and centers on the lives of four young students who become emotionally and romantically involved with each other. Ages 8 & older. Wed.-Sun. until March 26 at 8 p.m. Sun. matinees March 13 & 20 at 2 p.m. $18-20. | bruka.org The Utility Players Sands Regency | Reno, Nev. Reno-Tahoe’s No. 1 live and unscripted comedy show. This show features 90 minutes of hardhitting, side-splitting, classic short-form improv comedy in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” that will keep audiences entertained all night. Every Saturday at 8 p.m. through April. $15. | sandsregency.com

Pure

March 19 | 8 p.m. Boomtown Hotel & Casino | Reno, Nev.

Magic Fusion The Loft Theatre | South Lake Tahoe Magic Fusion starring award-winning magician Farrell Dillon until March 15 entertaining audiences nightly with a dinner show. Shows Mon.-Fri. 7:30 p.m. (dark Wed.), Sat.-Sun. 4:30 & 7:30 p.m. $19-$27. | thelofttahoe.com

“Footloose” Eldorado Casino | Reno, Nev. Footloose tells the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago who moves to the small town of Bomont where the local government has banned dancing and rock music. Ren leads his classmates around the law and Reverend Shaw Moore to have a real senior prom. See the cast cut loose to hit songs like “Almost Paradise,” “Let’s Hear it for the Boy,” Holding Out for a Hero,” and of course, the title track, “Footloose.” Shows Tues.-Sat. until April 17. Tickets $19.95-$26.95. | eldoradoreno.com Laugh Factory Silver Legacy | Reno, Nev. One of the most recognized comedy club brands in the country, The Laugh Factory hosts two comics weekly. See Joey Medina from March 15 to 20, Greg Morton from March 22 to 27 and Allan Stephan from March 29 to April 3. Open Tues-Sun. at 7:30 p.m. and late shows Fri.-Sat. at 9:30 p.m. Starting at $21.95. | silverlegacyreno.com

Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. “Jumbo Wild” screening Beach Retreat & Lodge 6:30 p.m. Eric Daniel Cottonwood 7 p.m. Live music Art Obsessions 7 p.m. Mic Smith McP’s Irish Pub 8 p.m. L80’s music night Mellow Fellow Truckee 8 p.m. Rustler’s Moon Bar of America 8 p.m. Bobby G Cabo Wabo Harveys 8 p.m. Kottonmouth Kings w/Marlon Asher Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. Live music Rookies 9:30 p.m. Stan Charles Pastime Club 10 p.m. DJ Parties DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m. Open Mic Mellow Fellow Kings Beach 8:30 p.m. Open Mic Alibi Ale Works 9 p.m. Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 9 p.m. Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m. Karaoke Xhale Bar 10 p.m. RENO & BEYOND In Stride Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Sandi Medley David Walley’s Hot Springs 5 p.m. Jaime Rollins Silver Legacy 6 p.m. Jason King Boomtown 6 p.m. Terri & Craig w/Mick Valentino Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Big Mo & The Full Moon Band Peppermill 7 p.m. Fred Gonzales Singer Social Lounge 7 p.m. Voodoo Cowboys Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m. Jimmy Malley & Jack Clifton Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m. Nightwish, Sonata Arctica, Delain Cargo 7:30 p.m. The String Cheese Incident Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m. Sandy Nuyts Nugget Sparks 8 p.m. Cook Book Atlantis 8 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Minnesota & Stylust Beats 1 up 10 p.m. Left of Centre Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Nugget Sparks 5 p.m. DJ Teddy P Silver Legacy 8 p.m. DJ Trivia Singer Social Club 8 p.m. DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 8:30 p.m. Country Music Night Grand Sierra Resort 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 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance “A Raisin in the Sun” Redfield Proscenium Theatre UNR 7:30 p.m. Taylor Williamson Carson Nugget 8 p.m. Damon Millard & Drew Shafer Pioneer Underground 8 p.m.

MARCH 11 | FRIDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 11 a.m. Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Après Ski with Steve Gar Woods 4 p.m. Jesse Kalin Carson The Beacon 5 p.m. Tuck Wilson Granlibakken 6 p.m. The Socks Cottonwood 7 p.m. Live music 968 Park Hotel 7:30 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. 80’s Dance Party Crystal Bay Club 8 p.m. Lava Moon Bar of America 8:30 p.m. Franky Boots & The County Line Moody’s 8:30 p.m. Sneaky Creatures Release Party Moe’s BBQ 9 p.m. Live music Steamers Bar & Grill SLT 9 p.m. Bazooka Zoo Hard Rock 9 p.m. DJ Parties Arty the Party Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 8 p.m. DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Punk Rock Karaoke Tourist Club 9 p.m. MontBleu 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Catfish Carl Genoa Lake Golf Course 3 p.m. Cook Book Atlantis 4 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Stephen Lord Boomtown 5 p.m. Sandi Medley David Walley’s Hot Springs 5 p.m. Carolyn Dolan & Peter Supersano Living the Good Life 5 p.m. Terri & Craig w/Rocky Taratelli & D Spiteri Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Fred Gonzales Vassar Lounge 7 p.m. I See Stars, Chunk Jub Jub’s 7 p.m. Voodoo Cowboys Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Superbad Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Sandy Nuyts Nugget Sparks 8 p.m. Big Mo & The Full Moon Band Peppermill 8 p.m. Hans Eberbach Sand Regency 8 p.m. Rebeka Chase Boomtown 9 p.m. Music Video Dance Party St. James Infirmary 9 p.m. Melissa Dru Atlantis 10 p.m. Voted Best Band Jub Jub’s 10 p.m. Left of Centre Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Nugget Sparks 5 & 11 p.m. DJ MoFunk Silver Legacy 6 p.m. DJ Trexx Harrah’s 8 p.m. DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 9 p.m. DJ I Harrah’s 9 p.m. DJ Roni V NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m. DJ RickGee Lex Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. Country Music Nights Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. Boggan and guest DJs 1 up 10 p.m. DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Chris English Edge Peppermill 1 a.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Talent Show Wildflower Village 8 p.m. Karaoke Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

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C A L E N D A R | MARCH 10-24, 2016 Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m. Karaoke The Point 9 p.m. Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Chippendales: The 2016 Break the Rules Tour Harrah’s 7 & 10 p.m. Taylor Williamson Pioneer Underground 7 & 9:30 p.m. “A Raisin in the Sun” Redfield Proscenium Theatre UNR 7:30 p.m. Tony D’Andrea Carson Nugget 7:30 p.m. “Ragtime” Pioneer Center 8 p.m.

Terri & Craig w/Rocky Taratelli & D Spiteri Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Big Mo & The Full Moon Band Peppermill 7 p.m. Stick Figure-Set in Stone Cargo 7:30 p.m. Breaking Benjamin Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m. Joe Briery Delta Saloon 8 p.m. Hans Eberbach Sands Regency 8 p.m. Voodoo Cowboys Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Sandy Nuyts Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 8 p.m. That Loud Show Studio on 4th 8 p.m. Rebeka Chase Boomtown 9 p.m.

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‘Dirt Circus’

A FREAKY SPEAKEASY MENAGERIE STORY BY SEAN MCALINDIN

“ As on all the tracks, Roelle doesn’t just sing and play; he paints a picture and invites you to join him for dance and a beer in his big, weird world.” MARCH 12 | SATURDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 11 a.m. Drop Theory Village at Squaw 12 p.m. DJ The Rhino Homewood Mountain Resort 12 p.m. Matt Clark Sugar Bowl 3 p.m. Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Cook Book Atlantis 4 p.m. Mike Smith The Beacon 5 p.m. Mike Badinger Granlibakken 6 p.m. A Night Out on the Townes w/Sneaky Creatures, No Deal, Dead Winter Carpenters & Aerial Arts Tahoe Flow Arts 7 p.m. Keb’ Mo’ Harrah’s 7:30 p.m. Dueling Pianos Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. Superbad Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Jackie Dauzat Riva Grill 8 p.m. Lava Moon Bar of America 8:30 p.m. Live music Steamers Bar & Grill SLT 9 p.m. Green Today Hard Rock 9 p.m. Miner w/Coffin Brothers Crystal Bay Club 10 p.m. DJ Parties DJ CAT Heavenly 12 p.m. Arty the Party Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 8 p.m. DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m. Rookies 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke HQ Center Bar MontBleu 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Monique De Haviland Duo Genoa Lake Golf Course 5 p.m. Spephen Lord Boomtown 5 p.m. Corky Bennett Bavarian World 6 p.m. Live music David Walley’s Hot Springs 6 p.m. Tom Miller Sassafras 6 p.m.

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Melissa Dru Atlantis 10 p.m. Saturday Night Dance Party St. James Infirmary 10 p.m. Ripchain, Ostrasized, Gravewitch, Down Time Jub Jub’s 10 p.m. Reggae Night Reuben’s Cantina 10 p.m. Left of Centre Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ MoFunk Silver Legacy 6 p.m. DJ Trexx Harrah’s 8 p.m. DJ Roni V NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m. DJ Enfo Lex Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. Country Music Nights Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. DJ Montague Eldorado Brew Brothers 10:30 p.m. DJ Chris English Peppermill Casino Edge 1 a.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m. Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance “Ragtime” Pioneer Center 2 & 8 p.m. Taylor Williamson Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. Chippendales: The 2016 Break the Rules Tour Harrah’s 7 & 10 p.m. “A Raisin in the Sun” Redfield Proscenium Theatre UNR 7:30 p.m. Special Events Reno Leprechaun Crawl Reno venues 25th Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry Virginia City 10 a.m. Fido Fest The Summit 10 a.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 30

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W Sneaky Creatures have grown into

ith their wily charm and crafty tunes

one of Tahoe’s most unique and popular musical acts. On their long-anticipated debut album, “Dirt Circus,” the septet’s familiar carnival of sound is preserved to perfection. Much like their live shows, it’s chock-full of inventive, eccentric music that would be as welcome in a 1920’s speakeasy as on La Playa in Black Rock Desert. Led by front man and guitarist Josh Roelle’s distinctively amusing songwriting and delivery, the band combines big band brass with gypsy jazz and hip-hop rhymes to produce a fascinating blend that somehow feels both silly and cultured at the same time. On the single, “Caravan,” he persuades listeners over punchy bass, groovy keyboards and a New Orleans horn section to sample the nomadic life for a while. With “Dirt Circus,” he plays the carnival barker to a soundtrack that welcomes you to the best Sierra Nevada hippie festival ever. The loungy “Desert Island Girl” provides a humorous romp through what he would bring along if stranded alone on a desert island. As on all the tracks, Roelle doesn’t just sing and play; he paints a pic-

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ture and invites you to join him for dance and a beer in his big, weird world. The best part of all is that Roelle doesn’t let his tremendous talent get in the way of his superior sense of humor. Nowhere is this better demonstrated than on “Crack O’ Noon,” on which he invites us to meet him for a Bloody Mary after some late-night partying. “Wakey, wakey, eggs and bakey, I wanna meet up but not too soon/No, we’re not the dawn patrol, crack o’ noon is the way we roll,” he sings over a funky, catchy back beat. “Dirt Circus” proves that the Sneaky Creatures are more than just a band; they are an extraordinary experience, a world unto themselves, an invitation to imagination for all to share. It beckons music lovers to join in the Sneakies in their freaky speakeasy jubilee and, frankly, I don’t mind if I do. Sneaky Creatures’ Dirt Circus Album Release Party is March 11 at Moe’s Original BBQ in Tahoe City. They also perform March 18 at the Crystal Bay Club in support of the equally bizarre, yet danceable, Pimps of Joytime and Big Sam’s Funky Nation.(See March Music Madness fetaure in this issue).  For more information, visit sneakycreatures.com.

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Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 11 a.m. David Lockhart North Lodge Homewood Mountain Resort 12 p.m. Matt Clark Sugar Bowl 3 p.m. Unkle Funkle McP’s Irish Pub 9 p.m. DJ Parties DJ CAT Heavenly 12 p.m. Arty the Party Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 8 p.m. DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Pastime Club 9:30 p.m. Karaoke w/Andrew The Grid 9:30 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Sunday Jazz Wild River Grille 2 p.m. Deep Groove Red Dog Saloon 4:30 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Jaime Rollins Silver Legacy 6 p.m. Barrio Manouche Peppermill 6 p.m. Jason King Boomtown 6 p.m. George Pickard Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Stick Figure w/Fortunate Youth Cargo Whitney Peak Hotel 7:30 p.m. Yanni Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m. Melissa Dru Atlantis 8 p.m. Josh Clemens St. James Infirmary 8 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Left of Centre Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Sparks Nugget 5 p.m. DJ Teddy P Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Jam Session w/Nevada Band 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 “Ragtime” Pioneer Center 2 & 7 p.m.

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MARCH 14 | MONDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Tamarack Live Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Mark Wilson McP’s Irish Pub 8 p.m. Cash Only Band Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Himmel Haus 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND CW & Mr. Spoons Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Barrio Manouche Peppermill 6 p.m. Tandymonium Boomtown 6 p.m. George Pickard Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 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. Open Mic w/Tany Jane Sidelines 8:30 p.m. Blazing Mics! Johnathan Rolling Jub Jub’s 9:30 p.m. Live Band Karaoke Eldorado Brew Brothers 10 p.m.

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TAHOE & TRUCKEE Tamarack Live Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Buddy Emmer Band Harrah’s LT 8 p.m. Grey Mitchell McP’s Irish Pub 8 p.m. DJ Parties Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 9 p.m.

DJ Keenan Whiskey Dicks 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic w/Ryan Taylor Mellow Fellow Truckee 8 p.m. Open Mic w/Lucas Arizu Fat Cat Bar & Grill 9 p.m. Karaoke Pastime Club 9:30 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Daniel Gaughan Genoa Lakes Golf Course 4 p.m. Kevin Tokarz Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. George Pickard Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Barrio Manouche Peppermill 6 p.m. The Robeys Boomtown 6 p.m. Reverend Horton Heat w/Unknown Hinson, Legendary ShakeShackers, Lincoln Durham Cargo 8 p.m. Black & Blues Jam Sidelines 8:30 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m. DG Kicks Big Band 3rd Street Bar 9 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m. DJ Chris English Brew Brothers Eldorado 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Trey Valentine’s Backstage Karaoke Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

MARCH 16 | WEDNESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Tamarack Live Heavenly 3:30 p.m. DJ Parties Bass Heavy The Grid 10 p.m. DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Mellow Fellow Truckee 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Classic Cue 9 p.m. Auld Dubliner 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m. L-Cubed Randall Rotunda UNR 12 p.m. John Shipley Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Russell Ketenjian Brugo’s Pizza 6 p.m. Barrio Manouche Peppermill 6 p.m. The Robeys Boomtown 6 p.m. George Pickard Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Corky Bennett Polo Lounge 7 p.m. Rick Metz Blues Jam 3rd Street Bar 7 p.m. Josh Procaccini and Jenera Batten Firkin & Fox 7:30 p.m. John and Cherie Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m. Mick Valentino & Lynne Colvig Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m. Jason King Sands Regency 8 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Eli Young Band Cargo Whitney Peak Hotel 9 p.m. Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Nugget Sparks 6 p.m. DJ Jamie G Nugget 7 p.m. Bingo & Country Rock DJ Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Justincredible DJ Carson Station 9 p.m. DJ Grey Grey St. James Infirmary 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Red Dog Saloon 7 p.m. Alfonso’s 8 p.m. Hip Hop Open Mic Rueben’s Cantina 10 p.m.

MARCH 17 | THURSDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE The Blarney Band Village at Squaw 2 p.m. Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. The Risky Biscuits Homewood Mountain Resort 3:30 p.m. Celtic music Cottonwood 7 p.m. Live music Art Obsessions 7 p.m. Mic Smith McP’s Irish Pub 8 p.m.

L80’s music night Mellow Fellow Truckee 8 p.m. Rustler’s Moon Bar of America 8 p.m. Bobby G Cabo Wabo Harveys 8 p.m. Black Rock City Allstars Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Live music Rookies 9:30 p.m. Stan Charles Pastime Club 10 p.m. DJ Parties DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m. Open Mic Mellow Fellow Kings Beach 8:30 p.m. Open Mic Alibi Ale Works 9 p.m. Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 9 p.m. Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m. Karaoke XHale Bar 10 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Anne Roos Murphy’s Law Irish Pub 1 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Sierra Highlander Pipe Band Firkin & Fox 5 p.m. Jaime Rollins Silver Legacy 6 p.m. The Robeys Boomtown 6 p.m. Terri & Craig w/Mick Valentino Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Fred Gonzales Singer Social Lounge 7 p.m. Melissa Dru Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m. Jimmy Malley & Jack Clifton Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m. Petty vs Eagles Harrah’s 8 p.m. Steel Rose Gilley’s Nugget 8 p.m. Acid Mothers Temple, Orphan Googles, Zen Leprechaun Studio on 4th 8 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Electronic Dance Party St. James Infirmary 9 p.m. Toxic Kid, Donkey Jaw Jub Jub’s 9 p.m. Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 5 p.m. DJ Teddy P Silver Legacy 8 p.m. DJ Trivia Singer Social Club 8 p.m. DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 8:30 p.m. Country Music Night Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m. Karaoke The Point 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Jesus Trejo Pioneer Underground 8 p.m. Special Events Nevada State Ladies Poker Championship Peppermill The Backcountry Film Festival Truckee Meadows Community College 6:30 p.m.

MARCH 18 | FRIDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 11 a.m. Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Après Ski with Steve Gar Woods 4 p.m. Paul Covarelli River Ranch 4 p.m. Jesse Kalin Carson The Beacon 5 p.m. Tuck Wilson Granlibakken 6 p.m. Ike & Martin Jake’s on the Lake 5 p.m. 8th Winter Repertory Season LT Dance Collective Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema 7 p.m. Kelly Bentson Cottonwood 7 p.m. Live music 968 Park Hotel 7:30 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. STYX MontBleu 8 p.m. Sam Ravenna Band Bar of America 8:30 p.m. Live music Steamers Bar & Grill SLT 9 p.m. Hunter and the Dirty Jacks Hard Rock 9 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Pimps of Joytime w/Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Sneaky Creatures Crystal Bay Club 9 p.m. Audio 1 Harrahs 11:45 p.m. DJ Parties Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m. DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

March 10-23, 2016

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Catfish Carl Genoa Lake Golf Course 3 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Live music David Walley’s Hot Springs 6 p.m. Terri & Craig w/Rocky Taratelli & D Spiteri Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. St. Matthew Passion Concert Corpus Christi Catholic Church 7 p.m. Fred Gonzales Vassar Lounge 7 p.m. Melissa Dru Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Steel Rose Gilley’s Nugget 8 p.m. Jamie Rollins Living the Good Life Lounge 8 p.m. Take 2 Harrah’s 8 p.m. Apple Z Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Chris Twomey Sands Regency 8 p.m. Eli Young Band Cargo Whitney Peak Hotel 9 p.m. George Pickard Boomtown 9 p.m. Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 5 & 11 p.m. DJ MoFunk Silver Legacy 6 p.m. DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 9 p.m. DJ I Harrah’s Reno 9 p.m. DJ Roni V NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m. DJ E20 Lex Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. Country Music Nights Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. Boggan and guest DJs 1 up 10 p.m. DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Chris English Edge Peppermill 1 a.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Talent Show Wildflower Village 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. Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Jesu Trejo Carson Nugget 7:30 p.m. Lord of the Dance Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m. World Dance Open Floor Comma Coffee 8 p.m. Jesus Trejo Pioneer Underground 9 p.m. Special Events Nevada State Ladies Poker Championship Peppermill

BEN HARPER & THE INNOCENT CRIMINALS will play at this year’s High Sierra Music Festival.

High Sierra Music Festival lineup

The 26th Annual High Sierra Music Festival has announced its initial artist lineup for this year’s festival from June 30 to July 3 in Quincy. Among the featured artists for this year’s festival are Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Thievery Corporation, Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Greensky Bluegrass, The Motet, and many others. The Festival features intimate artist playshops, an interactive Family Area, daily parades, fabulous food, yoga, Pilates and dance classes along with the opportunity to relax and camp with good friends. General admission tickets, Premium FestivALL Packages and On-site Vehicle passes, as well as Teen and Kids Passes are now on sale. RV Passes are sold out. | highsierramusic.com

Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 11 a.m. Wedding Crashers Diamond Peak 12 p.m. 8th Winter Repertory Season LT Dance Collective Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema 2 &7 p.m. Drop Theory Village at Squaw 2 p.m. Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Paul Covarelli River Ranch 4 p.m. Pamela Jean The Beacon 5 p.m. Mike Badinger Granlibakken 6 p.m. Sneaky Creatures Homewood Mountain Resort 6 p.m. Dueling Pianos Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m. Steve & Tom Gar Woods 8 p.m. Jackie Dauzat Riva Grill 8 p.m. New Wave Tour/South East Asia Concert & Dance MontBleu 8 p.m. Tainted Love Crystal Bay Club 9 p.m. Zoo Station Hard Rock 9 p.m. Live music Steamers Bar & Grill SLT 9 p.m. Audiodub & Little Bitches Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. Killer Dueling Pianos MontBleu 9 p.m. Funk Hunters w/The Emancipators Tahoe Biltmore 9:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ CAT Heavenly 12 p.m. Live DJ Homewood Mountain Resort 12 p.m. Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m. DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m. Rookies 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke HQ Center Bar MontBleu 9 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Monique De Haviland Duo Genoa Lake Golf Course 5 p.m. Terry Jayo Boomtown 5 p.m. Corky Bennett Bavarian World 6 p.m. Tom Miller Sassafras 6 p.m. Mark Castro Band Flight 6 p.m. Terri & Craig w/Rocky Taratelli & D Spiteri Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Petty vs Eagles Harrah’s 8 p.m. Melissa Dru Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m. Steel Rose Gilley’s Nugget 8 p.m. Chris Twomey Sands Regency 8 p.m. Fleetwood Mask Sparks Nugget 8 p.m. Apple Z Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Sincle & Kings of Carnage Studio on 4th 8 p.m. Pure Prairie League Boomtown 8 p.m. George Pickard Guitar Bar Boomtown 9 p.m. Reggae Night Reuben’s Cantina 10 p.m. Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ MoFunk Silver Legacy 6 p.m. DJ I Harrah’s Reno 9 p.m. DJ Roni V NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m. DJ Peeti V Lex Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. Country Music Nights Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. DJ Montague Eldorado Brew Brothers 10:30 p.m. DJ Chris English Peppermill Casino Edge 1 a.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m. Karaoke Spiro’s Sports Bar 9 p.m. Theater, Comedy & Dance Jesus Trejo Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. Special Events Nevada State Ladies Poker Championship Peppermill

MARCH 20 | SUNDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Jody Sweet Piano Best Pies 11 a.m. 8th Winter Repertory Season LT Dance Collective Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema 2 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 32

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Umphrey’s McGee:

J A M M I N ’ S O U T H L A K E TA H O E S T O R Y B Y P R I YA H U T N E R

March 24 | 7:15 p.m. | $27.52 | 21+ | Harrah’s Tahoe | Stateline, Nev.

U jam band that has been referred to

mphrey’s McGee is a quintessential

as wa legacy underground act. Together for 18 years the band has produced more than 180 original tunes. Original member and keyboardist Joel Cummins met and formed the band with guitarist Brandon Bayliss, bassist Ryan Stasik and original drummer Mike Mirro in school at Notre Dame. Guitarist Jake Cinninger and percussionist Andy Farag joined the group a year later. Mirro left the band in 2002 and was replaced by drummer Kris Myers. “Kris is one of the most amazing drum-

Light shows and music conjures images of Pink Floyd, which Cummins notes as a huge inspiration for the band. “The band is unique and covers some more obscure music from the likes of Chick Corea and Al Dimeola,” explains Cummins. Much of their wide repertoire is an extension of Cummins’ classical piano background. Ragtime, jazz, blues and rock from the 70s and 80s also influence their music citing Queen, Led Zeppelin and the Beatles as inspirations. Lyrics and songwriting are a team effort. Cummins writes his lyrics down with a few

“ Forty percent of the bands live show is improvising. We create a language with the instruments and each other along with a custom light show.”

mers I’ve played with. He hides the downbeat and you need to be on your game with the beat,” said Cummins. With a hybrid of live albums and studio albums, the band has had 20 official releases. Their last studio project, “The London Session,” was produced at the legendary Abbey Road Studio in London, recorded in 12 hours and released in 2015. Cummins credits their dynamic shows not only to the music and talent of the band but also to Jefferson Waful for his outstanding lighting production. “Forty percent of the bands live show is improvising. We create a language with the instruments and each other along with a custom light show. The lights and music compliment that and give the music an unusual quality. We have six people on the same page and we need to understand each other,” explains Cummins. “Cinninger and Myers offer a heavier edge. They go back and forth with each other and create a uniqueness of sound. Rhythmically, they understand each other. Their complex rhythm is what gives a larger variety of sounds,” he notes.

key words, while Bayliss and Cinninger write much of the group’s material. “The thing about music is it brings us together and creates something profound,” Cummins, a theology major explains. Umphrey’s McGee loves engaging their fans. Three years ago, they created the UmBowl. The event encourages fans to vote for their favorite songs for the band to play. The audience texts and requests appear on a large screen while the band is jamming. “It’s a very interactive thing,” explains Cummins of the UmBowl experience. The event held at the Brooklyn Bowl in Las Vegas features a marathon four-quarter show with each unique set unfolding based on the will of the fans, coupled with original Umphrey McGee video shorts and a heavy dose of fan participation. Performing at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe South Shore Room on March 24 with Tauk, Cummins said that he is thrilled to return to Tahoe and bring great jams to their fans old and new.  For more information and tickets, visit harrahstahoe.com.

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STRINg CHEESE INCIDENT

March 10 | 8 p.m. Grand Sierra Resort | Reno, Nev.

OVER THE PAST decade, The String Cheese Incident has emerged as one of America’s most significant independent bands. When The String Cheese Incident’s growth first started gaining momentum more than a decade ago, the Internet was just beginning to take hold and the major-label business model was failing; the band decided then to make music on their own terms. They have been recognized for their commitment to musical creativity and integrity, for their community spirit, philanthropic endeavors and for their innovative approach to the business of music. | grandsierraresort.com

A Night Out on the Townes

RENO & BEYOND

SUNDAY | MARCH 20 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 31

Wild Ginger Homewood Mountain Resort 3:30 p.m. Tuck Wilson Granlibakken 6 p.m. Front Country Moe’s BBQ 8 p.m. Unkle Funkle McP’s TapHouse 9 p.m. The Revitalists w/Jelly Bread Crystal Bay Club 9 p.m. DJ Parties DJ CAT Heavenly12 p.m. Arty the Party Harrah’s 8 p.m. DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Pastime Club 9:30 p.m. Karaoke w/Andrew The Grid 9:30 p.m. RENO & BEYOND

March 12 | 7 p.m. Tahoe Flow Arts | Tahoe Vista KEEP TAHOE BLUEGRASS sponsors this annual event celebrating American singer and songwriter, Townes Van Zandt. Local musicians including members of Dead Winter Carpenters, Sneaky Creatures and No Deal come together to recreate Van Zandt’s music along with interpretation from Tahoe Flow Artists. A free workshop, Intro to flatpicking guitar, is offered by Bryan Dianes before the show. | keeptahoebluegrass.com

Stick Figure

Sunday Jazz Wild River Grille 2 p.m. St. Matthew Passion St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 3 p.m. Reno Phil Orchestra Classix Five Pioneer Center 4 p.m. Deep Groove Red Dog Saloon 4:30 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Johnny Smokes Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Everett Coast Peppermill 6 p.m. George Pickard Boomtown 6 p.m. Jaime Rollins Silver Legacy 6 p.m. Garage Boys Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Gilley’s Sparks Nugget 5 p.m. DJ Teddy P Silver Legacy 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Premier Karaoke Show The Point 6:30 p.m. Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m. Karaoke w/Darren Castle Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Special Events Nevada State Ladies Poker Championship Peppermill

March 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Cargo | Reno, Nev. FROM THE MUSICAL imagination of Scott Woodruff emerges a vibrant sonic soundscape, revealed in the newest Stick Figure release, “Set in Stone.” As with his previous releases, “Set in Stone” was written, produced and recorded by Woodruff, a self-taught musician. An intuitive and accomplished producer, Woodruff crafts authentic artistry from the foundation of roots-dub reggae. Cavernous grooves, sparkling electronic orchestration and thick rhythms; songs and sounds that have incubated in a studio cabin in the woods near Santa Cruz, where Woodruff found solace excavating a foundation and constructing a studio, all in preparation for his most ambitious recording to date. When completed, a brotherhood of hardjamming musicians delivers this widescreen soundtrack in concert performances of consciousness-altering emancipation. | cargoreno.com 32

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Mellow Fellow Truckee 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Classic Cue 9 p.m. Auld Dubliner 9 p.m.

MARCH 21 | MONDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Tamarack Live Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Mike Baginger Granlibakken 6 p.m. St. Matthew Passion St. Theresa Catholic Church 7 p.m. Mark Wilson McP’s TapHouse 8 p.m. Cash Only Band Cabo Wabo Harvey’s LT 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Himmel Haus 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND CW & Mr. Spoons Comma Coffee 12 p.m. Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Johnny Smokes Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Tandymonium Boomtown 6 p.m. Everett Coast Peppermill 6 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Java Jungle 7 p.m. Gold Hill Hotel 7 p.m. Open Mic w/Tany Jane Sidelines 8:30 p.m. Blazing Mics! Britt Straw Jub Jub’s 9:30 p.m. Live Band Karaoke Eldorado 10 p.m.

MARCH 22 | TUESDAY

Dave Leather Comma Coffee 12 p.m. John Shipley Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Russell Ketenjian Brugo’s Pizza 6 p.m. Johnny Smokes Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Rock River Boomtown 6 p.m. Everett Coast Peppermill 6 p.m. Richie Ballerini & Lee Edwards Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m. Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Rick Metz Blues Jam 3rd Street Bar 7 p.m. John & Cherie Sassafras 7 p.m. Josh Procaccini and Jenera Batten Firkin & Fox 7:30 p.m. Mick Valentino & Lynne Colvig Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m. Jason King Sands Regency 8 p.m. Mike Reeves Band Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 6 p.m. DJ Jamie G John Ascuaga’s Nugget 7 p.m. Johnny Bailey Vinyl Club St. James Infirmary 8 p.m. Bingo & Country Rock DJ Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Justincredible DJ Carson Station 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Red Dog Saloon 7 p.m. Alfonso’s 8 p.m. Hip Hop Open Mic Rueben’s Cantina 10 p.m.

MARCH 24 | THURSDAY

TAHOE & TRUCKEE TAHOE & TRUCKEE Tamarack Live Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Buddy Emmer Band Center Stage Harrah’s LT 8 p.m. Grey Mitchell McP’s TapHouse 8 p.m. DJ Parties Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 9 p.m. DJ Keenan Whiskey Dicks 9 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic w/Ryan Taylor Mellow Fellow Truckee 8 p.m. Open Mic w/Lucas Arizu Fat Cat Bar & Grill 9 p.m. Karaoke Pastime Club 9:30 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Daniel Gaughan Genoa Lakes Golf Course 4 p.m. Kevin Tokarz Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Johnny Smokes Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m. Rock River Boomtown 6 p.m. Everett Coast Peppermill 6 p.m. Reno Phil Orchestra Classix Five Pioneer Center 7:30 p.m. Vusi Mahlasla and Habib Koite Cargo Whitney Peak Hotel 8 p.m. DG Kicks Big Band 3rd Street Bar 8 p.m. Black & Blues Jam Sidelines 8:30 p.m. Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m. DJ Chris English Brew Brothers Eldorado 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Trey Valentine’s Backstage Karaoke Silver Legacy 8 p.m. Karaoke West 2nd Street 8 p.m.

MARCH 23 | WEDNESDAY TAHOE & TRUCKEE Tamarack Live Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Tomorrow’s Bad Seeds w/Arden Park Roots Whiskey Dick’s 9 p.m. DJ Parties Bass Heavy The Grid 10 p.m. DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 10 p.m.

Unbuckle Après Ski Party Heavenly 3:30 p.m. Live music Art Obsessions 7 p.m. Umphrey’s McGee Harrahs 7:15 p.m. L80’s music night Mellow Fellow Truckee 8 p.m. Mic Smith McP’s TapHouse 8 p.m. Rustler’s Moon Bar of America 8 p.m. Bobby G Cabo Wabo Harveys 8 p.m. Live music Rookies 9:30 p.m. Stan Charles Pastime Club 10 p.m. DJ Parties DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Classic Cue 8 p.m. Open Mic Mellow Fellow Kings Beach 8:30 p.m. Open Mic Alibi Ale Works 9 p.m. Lip Sync w/Dreu Murin MontBleu 9 p.m. Karaoke The Grid 9:30 p.m. RENO & BEYOND Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 4:30 p.m. Jessie Leigh Band Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 5 p.m. Rock River Boomtown 6 p.m. Terri & Craig w/Mick Valentino Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m. Fred Gonzales Singer Social Lounge 7 p.m. RYE Brothers Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m. Kottonmouth Kings w/Marlon Asher, Whitney Payton, Chucky Chuck Jub Jub’s 7 p.m. Jimmy Malley & Jack Clifton Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m. Petty vs Eagles Sammy’s Showroom Harrah’s 8 p.m. Mike Reeves Band Eldorado 10:30 p.m. DJ Parties DJ & Dancing Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 5 p.m. DJ Teddy P Silver Legacy 8 p.m. DJ Trivia Singer Social Club 8 p.m. DJ Bobby G Living the Good Life 8:30 p.m. Country Music Night Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m. DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m. Open Mic & Karaoke Karaoke Club Cal Neva 8 p.m. Karaoke The Point 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m.

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RESTAURANTS, RECIPES, FEATURES & MORE

Courtesy Resort at Squaw Creek

TA S T Y TIDBITS

March 10-23, 2016

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Prize-winning cocktails S T O R Y B Y P R I YA H U T N E R · P H O T O S B Y M A E L PA S S A N E S I

Hometown advantage went to People’s Choice winner Amber Skallerud, head bartender at West Shore cafe for four years. “She killed it with the crowd. She pumped up the music and got everyone going,” said Tomberlin. Her winning cocktail, “The Foxtail,” was prepared with a house-made Kiwi Sage Shrub that included fresh kiwi, sage leaves, sugar and white wine vinegar, cooked

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Resort at Squaw Creek offers a Winter Wine Dinner featuring Prisoner Wine on March 12 at 6 p.m. at Six Peaks Grille. The Winter Wine Dinner Series features local winemakers who attend the event to chat with guests about all of the wines that are paired with the four-course dinner. Squaw Creek Executive Chef Jason Friendy and Chef Charlie Trexel will host an interactive appetizer station that guests can enjoy before the seating. The dinner costs $80. Reservations are required. | (530) 581-6610 or squawcreek.com

Dine on the mountain Northstar California offers Mountain Table Dinner in the Zephyr Lodge on March 11. The dinner will feature a winery or brewery complemented by a menu featuring locally and regionally sourced produce and proteins prepared by Executive Chef Steve Anderson. Seating will be family style with live music from 6 to 9 p.m. | RSVP northstarcalifornia.com

Stellar dinners pop up at Stella Stella at The Cedar House Sport Hotel offers its pop-up winter dinner series. Stella Pop Ups are creative dining experiences held in the open kitchen. There is one menu and one seating from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Diners are encouraged to ask questions of the kitchen staff, join in conversations and savor the tasting menu. Each course is served with brief comments about ingredients or technique. Northern Lights Pop Up is March 11 and 12. Latin Grill Pop Up is March 18 and 19 and Italian Easter Pop Up is March 25 and 26. | RSVP cedarhousesporthotel.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 36

Third place for the competition was awarded to Ilona Martinez of the Peppermill in Reno with her trio of entries featuring the “CoCo for The Don,” “Getting some … in Waterbury” and “Motorboatin’.” Hill said about the day, “It was great to see the amazing and interesting creations that these bartenders came up with for the competition, which gave them the opportunity to expand on their artistry and creative talents.”

of nightcaps, bases many of his cocktails Bryce Tomberlin with his awardwinning trio of cocktails.

N for the West Shore cafe’s annual

ine bartenders from Tahoe gathered

bartender contest on Feb. 21 to battle it out for the “Best of ” title. There were two categories the bartenders prepared cocktails for: The People’s Choice, based on cocktails voted on and tasted by the participants that attended the competition, and the judged competition based on taste, smell and presentation. Three local judges – Nicole Tyler, president of the Reno/Tahoe U.S. Bartenders Guild, Jason Ellefson of Southern Wine and Spirits, and Tahoe Weekly publisher Katherine E. Hill – voted for the winner of the best cocktail. Bryce Tomberlin of Truckee Tavern was the 1st place winner of the judged competition with his rendition of a Gimlet he called the “Foamy Palomy.” The cocktail was prepared with Don Julio Tequila, lime juice and sugar poured over a foamed ingredients made with Pavan, an orange liqueur, grapefruit juice and egg whites. Tomberlin, a fan of nightcaps, bases many of his cocktails on characters and stories. “I use a story to put people to bed,” he said of his creations. His hot cocktail he calls the “George Dickel the Jittery Squirrel,” was made with a cinnamon-infused George Dickel No. 12 whiskey, chocolate ganache and cold-brewed Dark Horse coffee. He also prepared “Alexander the Grasshopper.” “I was going for a mint chocolate chipflavored ice cream drink,” said Tomberlin. His People’s Choice entry was “Basil’s Word,” a Tanqueray Gin and Basil Brandy cocktail. This was Tomlinson’s first cocktail competition and anniversary of his first year of tending bar.

on characters and stories.”

for 45 minutes and strained and added it to George Dickel Whiskey, fresh lime and a dash of bitters. Skallerud qualified the cocktail by telling the non-whiskey drinkers in the crowd, “This drink will make you drink whiskey.” Skallerud came in 2nd place in the judging competition with the “KiChata,” a hot cocktail made with Don Julio Anejo Tequila, cinnamon vanilla syrup and vanilla rice milk, a drink called the “Crow’s Nest” made with Tanqueray Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, fresh lemon juice, rosemary syrup and egg whites poured over beet cinnamon ice spheres, and her final cocktail, “Chai Thymes,” a chai-infused vodka drink.

Ilona Martinez of the Peppermill bubbles over with pride, taking 3rd place in the Bartender Competition.

Interested in checking out these bartender’s fabulous creations? You can find Tomberlin at The Truckee Tavern in downtown Truckee, Skallerud at The West Shore cafe in Homewood, and Martinez at the Peppermill.  Priya Hutner is a writer, health and wellness consultant, and natural foods chef. Her business, The Seasoned Sage, focuses on wellness, conscious eating and healthy living. She offers healthy organic meals for her clients. She may be reached at pria78@gmail.com or visit theseasonedsage.com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com to read more.

The high-energy Amber Skallerud whips up her creations, taking 2nd place in the competition and winning the People’s Choice award. 33

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R E S TA U R A N T D I R E C T O RY ALPINE MEADOWS

KINGS BEACH

CREST CAFÉ

Gourmet Deli

150 Alpine Meadows Rd.

(530) 581-3037

RIVER RANCH

Variety Grill

Hwy 89 at Alpine Mdws Rd. (530) 583-4264

B L D

ANNIE’S DELI

L D RA

CARNELIAN BAY

Deli

8369 N. Lake Blvd. (Inside Chevron) (530) 546-3265

L D

APIZZA BELLA

Pizza

8160 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2301

L D

BROCKWAY BAKERY

Bakery/Ice Cream 8710 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2431

B L

CALIENTE

Southwestern

8791 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-1000

D RA L D

C.B.’S PIZZA & GRILL

Pizza/Grill

5075 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4738

L D

CHAR PIT

Burgers/Ice Cream 8732 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3171

GAR WOODS

California Grill

5000 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3366

BR L D RA

THE GRID

Bar & Grill

8545 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-0300

L D

OLD POST OFFICE

Homestyle Café

5245 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3205

B L

HIRO SUSHI

Sushi/Japanese

8159 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4476

WATERMAN’S LANDING

Café/Eclectic

5166 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3590

B L

JASON’S BEACHSIDE GRILLE

Variety Grill

8338 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3315

L D

JAVA HUT

Café

8268 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 556-0602

B L

KINGS CAFE

Cafe/Ice Cream

8421 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3663

B L

CRYSTAL BAY BILTY’S BREW & Q

BBQ Smokehouse The Tahoe Biltmore

(775) 833-6748

LANZA’S

Italian

7739 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2434

BISTRO ELISE

Italian Bistro

Crystal Bay Club

(775) 833-6333

B L D

LA MEXICANA

Mexican

8515 Brook Ave.

(530) 546-0310

B L D

CAFÉ BILTMORE

24-Hour Café

The Tahoe Biltmore

(775) 831-0660

B L D

LAS PANCHITAS

Mexican

8345 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4539

L D B L

LAKEVIEW DINING ROOM (closed for renovations) California Cuisine Cal Neva Resort

(775) 832-4000

B BR L D

LOG CABIN CAFÉ

American/Ice Cream 8692 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-7109

MELLOW FELLOW

Gastro Pub

9980 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 553-1333

L D

SPINDLESHANKS

American

400 Brassie Ave.

(530) 546-2191

B L D RA

SOULE DOMAIN

Variety

9983 Cove St.

(530) 546-7529

D RA

STEAMERS BEACHSIDE BAR & OVEN Pizza

8290 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2218

L D

STEAK & LOBSTER HOUSE

Steak & Seafood

Crystal Bay Club

(775) 833-6333

D RA

SWEET TAHOE TIME

Ice Cream

8636 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-9998

TACOS JALISCO

Mexican

8717 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3256

L D

TAHOE CENTRAL MARKET

Deli

8487 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-8344

B L D

DONNER SUMMIT THE DINING ROOM (winter)

French California

The Village Lodge, Sugar Bowl (530) 426-9000 x754 B L D RA

RAINBOW TAVERN (summer)

American

50080 Hampshire Rocks Rd. (530) 562-5001

BR L D

NORTHSTAR

SUMMIT RESTAURANT & BAR

American

22002 Donner Pass Rd.

B L D

EARTHLY DELIGHTS

Gourmet Deli

The Village at Northstar

(530) 587-7793

B L D

EURO SWEETS

Frozen Yogurt/Candy The Village at Northstar

(530) 581-0600

B L D

(530) 426-3904

INCLINE VILLAGE

MANZANITA

Calif/French

Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

(530) 562-3000

L D RA

MARTIS VALLEY GRILL (summer)

American

At Northstar Golf Course

(530) 562-3460

B BR L

L D RA

MIKUNI

Japanese

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-2188

L D

(775) 831-0346

PETRA

Wine Bar/Tapas

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-0600

BR L D

(775) 831-2700

L D

RUBICON PIZZA

Pizza

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-2199

L D

TACOS JALISCO

Mexican

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-1125

L D

ALIBI ALE WORKS

Brewery

204 East Enterprise

(775) 298-7001

AUSTIN’S

American

120 Country Club Drive

(775) 832-7778

AZZARA’S

Italian

930 Tahoe Blvd.

BAR BAR BAR U-BAKE PIZZA

Pizza

760 Mays Blvd.

BATCH CUPCAKERY

Bakery

901 Tahoe Blvd., #2

(775) 833-2253

BIG WATER GRILLE

Variety

341 Ski Way

(775) 833-0606

D RA

TAVERN 6330’ (winter)

American Grill

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-3200

L D

BIG FOOT DELI

Deli

770 Mays Blvd.

(775) 832-5655

B L

TC’S PUB (winter)

American

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-2250

L D

BITE

Tapas

907 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-1000

BR L D RA

THE GRILLE AT THE CHATEAU (summer) Grill

At Championship Golf Course (775) 832-1178 120 Country Club Dr.

OLYMPIC VALLEY

CHINA WOK

Chinese

(775) 833-3663

L D

ALEXANDER’S (winter)

Eclectic

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

CHUCK WAGON OF TAHOE

American Comfort 930 Tahoe Blvd., #904

(775) 750-4875

B L D

AULD DUBLINER

Irish Fare

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6041

L D

CROSBY’S GRILL PUB CASINO

American

868 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 833-1030

L D

BAR NORTH SPORTS (winter)

Casual

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

CUTTHROAT’S SALOON

Sports Bar

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

L D

BAR ONE (winter)

Seasonally inspired Bar One, Olympic House

(530) 452-8750

ERNIE’S INTERNATIONAL PASTRIES Hungarian/European 120 Country Club Dr., #65

(775) 831-3933

B L D

CASCADES

Casual

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6621 B

FREDRICK’S

Fusion

907 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 832-3007

D RA

CORNICE CANTINA

Mexican

The Village at Squaw

(530) 452-4362

L D

GUS’ OPEN PIT BARBECUE

Barbecue

930 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-4487

L D

DAVE’S DELI (winter)

Deli

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 581-1085

B L

HACIENDA DE LA SIERRA

Mexican

931 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-8300

L D RA

DORINDA’S

Handmade Chocolates The Village at Squaw

I.V. COFFEE LAB

Cafe

907 Tahoe Blvd., Suite 20A

(775) 298-2402

EURO SWEETS

Frozen Yogurt/Candy The Village at Squaw

(530) 581-0600

L D

INCLINE SPIRITS & CIGARS

Beer Tasting Bar

120 Country Club Dr., #25

(775) 831-9292

FIRESIDE PIZZA

Gourmet Pizza

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6150

L D

(530) 581-0454

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INDU’S ASIAN NOODLES & CURRIES Chinese/Vietnamese 868 Tahoe Blvd., Ste. 1849

(775) 831-8317

L D

GRAHAM’S

European

1650 Squaw Valley Rd.

JACK RABBIT MOON (summer)

American/Wine Bar 893 Tahoe Blvd., Suite 600

(775) 833-3900

BR D

THE K’TCHEN (winter)

Pizza/Deli

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 452-8750

KOI SUSHI

Sushi

874 Tahoe Blvd., Unit 26

(775) 298-2091

L D

KT BASE BAR

American

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 452-8750

L D

LA FONDUE

Fondue

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 831-6104

D RA

LE CHAMOIS (winter)

Bar & Grill

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 583-4505

L D

LE BISTRO

French

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 831-0800

D RA

MAMASAKE

Sushi/Japanese

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-0110

L D

LONE EAGLE GRILLE

Fine American

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

BR L D RA

MOUNTAIN NECTAR

Deli

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6161

L D

LUPITAS

Mexican

754 Mays Blvd.

(775) 833-4141

L D

MOUNTAIN PIZZERIA (winter)

Casual Italian

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300

MOFO’S PIZZA AND PASTA

Pizza/Pasta

884 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-4999

L D

OLYMPIC PLAZA BAR (winter)

Grill

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 452-8750

MOUNTAIN HIGH SANDWICH CO.

Gourmet Deli

120 Country Club Dr., #28

(775) 298-2636

L D

PLUMPJACK CAFE

Mediterranean

Near the Cable Car

(530) 583-1576

L D RA

PADDLE WHEEL SALOON

Grill

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 831-2022

L D

POOLSIDE CAFÉ (spring & summer)

American

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 583-6985

ROOKIES

Sports Bar

930 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-9008

L D

ROCKER@SQUAW

American

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6080

L D

SAND HARBOR BAR & GRILL

Grill

At Sand Harbor State Park

L D

SANDY’S PUB

Sports Bar

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6617 B BR L D

SIERRA CAFÉ

Casual American

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

B BR L D

SILVEY’S CAFÉ

Café/Deli

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

SUNSHINE DELI

Deli

919 Incline Way

(775) 832-2253

B L D

SIX PEAKS GRILLE

Fine American

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6621 BR L D RA

SUSIE SCOOPS ICE CREAM

Ice Cream

869 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-8181

SOUPA

Gourmet Deli

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6190

T’S MESQUITE ROTISSERIE

Mexican

901 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-2832

L D

SWEET POTATOES

Deli

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6621 B L D

TAHOE PROVISIONS

Gourmet Deli

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

B L D

THE TERRACE (winter)

American

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

L D

THAI RECIPE

Thai

901 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-4777

L D

22 BISTRO

New American

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6170

L D

TO GO FORK

Deli/Juice Bar

930 Tahoe Blvd. #701B

(775) 833-3463

UNCORKED

Wine Bar

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6090

TOMAATO’S PIZZA & PASTA

Pizza/Pasta

120 Country Club Drive, #61 (775) 833-2200

WILDFLOUR BAKING CO.

Bakery/Deli

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 583-1963

TUNNEL CREEK CAFÉ

Café

1115 Tunnel Creek Rd.

(775) 298-2502

B L

VILLAGE PUB

American

848 Tanger St.

(775) 832-7212

L D

WILDFLOWER CAFÉ

Variety

869 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-8072

B BR L RA

B L

L D

B L D

March 10-23, 2016

TAHOE CITY

FULL BELLY DELI

Deli

LOCAL FLAVOR

10825 Pioneer Trail Rd.

(530) 550-9516

B L L D

BACCHI’S INN

Italian

2905 Lake Forest Rd.

(530) 583-3324

D RA

GOLDEN ROTISSERIE

Mexican

11357 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-4847

BLUE AGAVE

Mexican

425 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-8113

L D

JAX AT THE TRACKS

Comfort Food

10144 West River St.

(530) 550-7450

B L D

BRIDGETENDER

American

65 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3342

B L D

THE LODGE AT TAHOE DONNER

American

12850 Northwoods Blvd.

(530) 587-9455

BR D RA

THE BURRITO WINDOW

Mexican

255 N. Lake Blvd. Suite 18

(530) 583-3057

MAKI ALI

Sushi/Asian Fusion 11357 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1144

CEDAR HOUSE PUB (winter)

Grill

Granlibakken Resort

(530) 583-4242

MARG’S WORLD TACO BISTRO

World Flavors

10164 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-6274

BR L D

CHRISTY HILL

California

115 Grove St.

(530) 583-8551

D RA

MARTHA’S KITCHEN

Mexican/Italian

15628 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1425

L D

COFFEE CONNEXION

Coffee/Café

950 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-6023

B L

MARTY’S CAFE

Cafe

10115 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-8208

B L

DAM CAFÉ

Café/Ice Cream

55 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-0278

B L

MELLOW FELLOW

Gastropub

10192 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 214-8927

L D

DOCKSIDE 700

Bar & Grill

At Tahoe City Marina Mall

(530) 581-0303

L D

THE MILL JUICE SHOP

Juice Bar

10825 Pioneer Trail, #100

(775) 745-1807

B L

DOMA SUSHI MET GALBI

Korean/Japanese 877 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-2880

L D

MOODY’S BISTRO BAR & BEATS

California

10007 Bridge St.

(530) 587-8688

L D RA

FAT CAT CAFÉ

American

599 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3355

B L D

MORGAN’S LOBSTER SHACK

Seafood

10087 West River St.

(530) 582-5000

L D

FREE HEEL CAFÉ

Café

at Tahoe Cross Country

(530) 583-5475

PIANETA

Italian

10096 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-4694

D RA

FRONT STREET STATION PIZZA

Pizza

205 River Rd.

(530) 583-3770

L D

PIZZA BAR

Pizza

10164 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-8056

L D

GEAR & GRIND CAFÉ

Café/Ice Cream

690 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-0000

L D

PIZZA ON THE HILL

Pizza

11509 Northwoods Blvd.

(530) 582-9669

At Tahoe City Golf Course

(530) 583-1516

B L D

PIZZA SHACK

Pizza

11782 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3456

L D

(530) 550-9664

GRILL AT TAHOE CITY GOLF COURSE Grill (summer) HACIENDA DEL LAGO

Mexican

In Boatworks Mall

(530) 581-3700

D FB

THE POUR HOUSE

Wine Bar

10075 Jibboom St.

JAKE’S ON THE LAKE

Grill

780 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-0188

BR L D RA

PJ’S BAR & GRILL (summer)

N. California

At Gray’s Crossing Golf Course (530) 550-5801

B L D

MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR B QUE

BBQ

120 Grove St.

(530) 583-4227

B L D

RED TRUCK

Café

At the Truckee-Tahoe Airport (530) 386-0257

B L

PFEIFER HOUSE

Continental

760 River Rd.

(530) 583-3102

POPPY’S FROZEN YOGURT & WAFFLES Yogurt/Waffles

521 North Lake Tahoe Blvd. (530) 581-0885

D RA

SMOKEY’S KITCHEN

BBQ

12036 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-4535

L D

B L

SPICE

Indian

11421 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 550-9664

L D B L

RIVER GRILL

California Bistro

55 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-2644

D RA

SQUEEZE IN

American

10060 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-9184

ROSIE’S CAFÉ

Variety

571 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-8504

B L D

SUMMIT SWIRL

Frozen Yogurt

11325 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 414-4080

SIPS

Beer Tasting Bar

STONEYRIDGE-UNCOMMON KITCHEN Ethnic Food SUGAR PINE CAKERY

Bakery

599 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-3311

SWEET’S HANDMADE CANDIES

Dessert/Ice Cream 10118 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-6556

505 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3663

L D

TACO STATION

Mexican

11782 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-8226

L D

2923 Lake Forest Rd.

(530) 363-3076

B L

TACOS JALISCO

Mexican

11400 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-1131

L D

SYD’S BAGELRY

American Café

550 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-2666

B L D

THAI DELICACY

Thai

11253 Brockway Rd.

(530) 550-1269

L D

TAHOE MOUNTAIN BREWING CO.

Pub Fare

475 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-4677

L D

THAI NAKORN

Thai

10770 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-0503

L D

TAHOE CITY CHOCOLATES

Ice Cream/Dessert In Boatworks Mall

(530) 583-6652

TOGO’s

Deli

11991 Brockway Rd. (Hwy. 267) (530) 550-7220

L D

TAHOE CITY SUSHI

Sushi

690 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-2004

L D

TREAT BOX BAKERY

Bakery/Sandwiches 11400 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-6554

TAHOE HOUSE

Bakery/Deli

625 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-1377

B L

TROKAY CAFE

New American

10046 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1040

B L D

THAI KITCHEN

Thai

255 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-1784

L D

TRUCKEE BAGEL COMPANY

Bagels

11448 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 582-1852

B L D

UNCORKED

Wine Bar

475 N. Lake Blvd., Suite 151 (530) 581-1106

TRUCKEE RIVER WINERY

Winery

10151 Brockway Rd.

(530) 587-4626

L D

WOLFDALE’S

California

640 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-5700

D RA

TRUCKEE TAVERN & GRILL

New American

10118 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3766

ZA’S

American

395 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-9292

L D

TUFF BEANS

Café

1005 Palisades Dr.

(530) 587-5191

ZIA LINA RISTORANTE

Italian

521 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-0100

L D

UNCORKED TRUCKEE

Wine Bar

10118 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-9800

VILLAGE PIZZERIA

Pizza

11329 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 587-7171

L D

10080 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-7574

B L B L D

TAHOE VISTA

THE WAGON TRAIN COFFEE SHOP American

BOATHOUSE AT CAPTAIN JON’S

Casual Fine Dining 7220 North Lake Blvd.

CABLE CAR ICE CREAM (summer)

Ice Cream Parlor

Across from Sandy Beach

(530) 546-4819

B L D

GLOBAL CAFE

Cafe

7019 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 553-1717

B L

JIFFY’S PIZZA

Pizza

6883 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3244

L D

OLD RANGE STEAKHOUSE

Vintage Steakhouse 7081 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4800

D RA

WEST SHORE

THE RUSTIC LOUNGE (at Cedar Glen Lodge) Casual Fine Dining 6589 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4281

CHAMBER’S LANDING (summer)

TRUCKEE

B L

WILD CHERRIES

Coffee House

11429 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-5602

WONG’S GARDEN

Chinese

11430 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 587-1831

L D

ZANO’S

Italian

11401 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-7411

L D

Calif. Café

6400 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-9190

L D

FIRESIGN CAFÉ

American

1785 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-0871

B L

MOUNTAIN VIEW BBQ

BBQ

Homewood Mtn. Resort

(530) 525-2992

L D

Deli/Café

5300 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-6297

B L

1882 BAR & GRILL

Barbecue

10009 East River St.

(530) 550-9222

L D

OBEXER’S GENERAL STORE

ALDER CREEK CAFÉ

Organic Café

Tahoe Donner Cross Country (530) 587-9484

B L

PDQ DELI

Deli

6890 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-7411

L D

BAR OF AMERICA

Mediterranean

10042 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-2626

BR L D RA

SPOON

New American

1785 West Lake Blvd. #5

(530) 581-5400

L D

BEST PIES PIZZERIA

N.Y. Italian

10068 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1111

L D

SUNNYSIDE

Variety Grill

1850 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-7200

L D RA

BILL’S ROTISSERRE

Rotisserre

11355 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 582-5652

L D

SWISS LAKEWOOD

European

5055 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-5211

D RA

BLUE COYOTE BAR & GRILL

Comfort food

10015 Palisades Dr.

(530) 587-7777

L D

WA SHE SHU GRILLE (summer)

Grill

Meeks Bay Resort

(530) 525-6946

BLUESTONE JEWELRY & WINE

Wine Bar

10046 Donner Pass Rd., #3

(530) 582-0429

WEST SHORE

New American

5160 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-5200

L D

BUCKHORN ESPRESSO & GRILL

American

11253 Brockway Rd.

(530) 582-9800

L D

WEST SHORE MARKET

Deli

1780 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-7626

L D

BUD’S ICE CREAM & FOUNTAIN

Ice Cream

10108 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 214-0599

L D

WEST SHORE PIZZA

Pizza

7000 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-4771

BURGER ME!

Gourmet Burger

10418 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-8852

L D

WHERE WE MET

Café/Gelato

7000 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-1731

CAKE TAHOE

Bakery/Ice Cream 9932 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-1701

CASA BAEZA

Mexican

10004 Bridge St.

(530) 587-2161

L D

FOOD TRUCKS

COFFEE AND

American

10106 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3123

B L

ELECTRIC BLUE ELEPHANT

Vegetarian/Vegan Facebook

COFFEEBAR

Café

10120 Jiboom St.

(530) 587-2000

B L

HOT AND HEALTHY FOODS

Crepes

hotandhealthyfoods.com

B L D

COFFEEBAR THE BAKERY

Bakery/Eatery

12047 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1554

B L

MTN ROOTS

Eclectic

Alpine Meadows base area

B L

COTTONWOOD

American

10142 Rue Hilltop

(530) 587-5711

D RA

MTN ROOTS

Eclectic

The Village at Squaw

COYOTE MOON BAR & GRILLE

American

10685 Northwoods Blvd.

(530) 587-0886

B L D

PHO REAL

Modern Vietnamese Facebook

THE CRESCENT CAFÉ

Deli & Juice Bar

Inside New Moon Natural Foods (530) 587-7426

RED TRUCK

Eclectic

Facebook

(530) 587-1394

L D

DARK HORSE COFFEE ROASTERS

Café

10009 West River St., Suite B (530) 550-9239

SOUPER WAGON

Soup & Sanwiches Facebook

(775) 240-9998

L D

DIEGO’S

Mexican

10130 West River St.

SUPER SWIRL

Ice Cream

(775) 313-8689

L D

(530) 550-9900

L D

DONNER LAKE KITCHEN

American

13720 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-4040

B L

DRUNKEN MONKEY

Asian/Sushi

11253 Brockway Rd. #105

(530) 582-9755

L D RA

EL TORO BRAVO

Mexican

10186 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3557

L D

FIFTYFIFTY BREWING CO.

Upscale Pub

11197 Brockway Rd.

(530) 587-BEER

B L D

Facebook

(530) 414-4836

B L (518) 637-4996

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Auburn Ski Club Hosts a moonlight ski tour and dinner on March 19, called the Crow Moon Equinox Tour. In celebration of the vernal equinox and the nearly full moon, the cross-country ski tour will climb to Crater Lake at an elevation of 7,640 feet. Once at the lake, skiers will enjoy a bonfire and watch the moon rise along with panoramic views of Castle Peak, Devil’s Peak and the Summit Valley. After the bonfire, the group will ski down to the ASC lodge for a catered dinner and drinks. The 6-km, round-trip tour is recommended for intermediate skiers and above, due to steep climbs, descents and night skiing. Group size is limited and advance reservations are required. The event is $30 for ASC members and $40 for nonmembers. | (530) 426-3313, ext. 100 or auburnskiclub.org

offering Level 2 Sommelier training class and certification through the School of Wine: America’s Wine Academy. The daylong class is March 14 and will be held at The Chateau in Incline Village, Nev. Classes will cover all world wine regions, technical wine tasting, professional service skills, as well as grape growing and winemaking. Lead instructor is Level 3 Sommelier Phillips. | (775) 544-3435

Get into the spirit at winemaker dinners

I’m eating what?

Read your book and eat it, too

The 25th annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry returns to Virginia City on March 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rocky Mountain “oysters” are bull or sheep testicles — a far cry from the ocean variety. The gourmet skills of more than 20 cooks are tested in an effort to woo the judges and attendees with fried, chopped, grilled or sautéed testicles in flavorful combinations. Other highlights include the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a costume contest and live Irish music. Tasting tickets start at $5 for three samples or $12 for 10 samples. Advance tasting tickets are available online. The Ball Breaker Saloon Crawl, presented by Virginia City’s Cemetery Gin, takes place at various saloons with samples and discounted beer and specialty drinks throughout the day. Participants can purchase a cup for $20 in advance online or $25 at the event. | visitviginiacitynv.com

The 2016 Edible Book Festival on April 1 is a culinary celebration of the book. Participants base their food creations on a book using a literal or tongue-in-cheek theme. Prizes will be awarded for adults and youths for Most Creative and Best Tasting based on public voting. All are welcome to taste the entries from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Incline Village library meeting room. Participants must register by March 31. | (775) 832-4130

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Sierra Nevada in the Sierra Nevada Resort at Squaw Creek will host California Craft Beer Weekend from March 11 to 12 featuring Sierra Nevada Brewery. Friday evening there will be a complimentary tasting in the lobby. All Saturday, Sandy’s Pub will offer a beer-pairing menu that guests may sample. | squawcreek.com

Warm up at Whiskey Dinner Warm up this winter with whiskey from Dickel and Bulleit, featuring handcrafted food pairing from the West Shore café with a Whiskey Dinner on March 13. The dinner features five whiskey cocktails alongside a four-course meal prepared by resident Chef De Cuisine Manuel “Manny” Baez. Guests

will also have the option to upgrade their dinner package by purchasing an additional whiskey flight for $25, which will include five extra whiskey tastings. Chef Baez, a Dickel and Bulleit Brand ambassador, and West Shore’s bar manager, Lynne Jackson, will be available to answer whiskey and menu questions, in addition to offering their expertise on tasting and profile notes for every dish. Reservations will be accepted by calling (530) 525-5200 or in-person at the West Shore café. Seats for the dinner are $80 per person. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 7. | RSVP westshorecafe.com

Wine training class offered Wine educator, sommelier and Tahoe Weekly wine columnist Louis Phillips is

Cozy Fireside Dining

Cedar House Pub Full bar, live music, specials, family friendly atmosphere, affordable pricing Open 5-9pm, Friday & Saturdays. cedarhousepub.com 530.583.4242

Tahoe Donner Cross-Country Ski Area offers on-snow gourmet food tasting on March 20, from noon to 3 p.m., for outdoor enthusiasts and food connoisseurs alike. Beginners can rent skis or snowshoes at the Cross Country Ski Area and get free pointers from instructors before heading out to eat. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Tahoe Food Hub. | tahoedonner.com

Take it easy on Sunday Truckee River Winery offers Sunday Wine Down events this month. On March 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. is Art & Wine at the Painted Vine. Participants will create an artistic masterpiece, while tasting wines and eating artisan cheese and salami from Truckee River Winery. The cost is $55 per person. On March 20 from noon to 7 p.m. Barrel Tasting at the winery will be led by winemaker Russ Jones. Participants will sample a broad selection of Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel varietals from different vintages straight from the barrel. This is an opportunity to see how the age, type and toast of a barrel affect the wine. The cost is $35 per person. On March 27 from noon to 7 p.m., a Chocolate & Wine Pairing will celebrate Easter. The winery will offer its favorite Spring wines and Dorinda’s will showcase handcrafted, local chocolates. The cost is $30 per person. | truckeeriverwinery.com

Squaw Alpine cooks up a storm This winter, a storm of culinary experiences will be offered at Squaw Alpine. Friday Night Tasting Notes at 3:30 p.m. at Plaza Bar in Olympic Valley will be offered on Fridays until March 18. Purchase one drink to enjoy sampling of three or four tasters of beer or wine. | squawalpine.com

PlumpJack Cafe will host a winemaker dinner on March 31 featuring The Brewing Lair. The dinner seating will begin at 6 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Additionally, a new Chef ’s Four-Course Tasting Menu that can be paired with wine for an additional fee has been added and is available in the dining room every night. | RSVP plumpjacksquawvalleyinn.com

Sharing some skill sets Slow Food Lake Tahoe Skillshare Series presents Homebrewing with Alibi Ale Works on April 2. Participants can learn to make beer at home from noon to 4 p.m. at Alibi Ale Works in Incline Village. The class fee is $20. On May 29 is Backyard Chicken Raising from 10 a.m. to noon at the Truckee River Sanctuary. This workshop will cover basic coop design, feeding and handling, and selection of cold hardy breeds. The class fee is $15. Preregister for each workshop. | slowfoodlaketahoe.com

Have fun for a good cause Experience live music by Mojo Green and all-you-can-responsibly enjoy wine, beer and spirits for a good cause at the third annual Corks & Kegs wine and craft beer-tasting fundraiser for The Nevada Health Care Association’s Perry Foundation on April 9 at 5 p.m. at the Sparks Nugget Casino Resort. Proceeds will help support the the commitment to improving the quality of care in Nevada’s nursing homes and post-acute care facilities by providing continued education for health care professionals. Tickets for Corks & Kegs are available online at the Nugget Casino Resort Web site or at any Whispering Vine location in northern Nevada for $45 through April 8. The ticket price will increase to $55 on the day of the event. | nuggetresort.com

Music and palette pairing Whitney Peak Hotel is partnering with Artown to showcase Reno as a trailblazer in urban-style entertainment and dining by launching a monthly live-music series at the hotel’s innovative Heritage Restaurant. Reservations are encouraged, but not required. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Patrons can purchase food from a specially designed pintxos or order a la carte off of Heritage’s dinner and bar menus. On April 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., the eight-member Dustbowl Revival, an American roots orchestra, will play bluegrass, swing and Southern soul. On May 13, Leftover Cuties will perform from 6 to 7:30 p.m. from their debut album, “Places to Go.” | heritagewph.com

March 10-23, 2016

DINING GUIDE KINGS BEACH

TAHOE CITY

Jason’s | American

Bacchi’s | Vintage Steakhouse

Jason’s Beachside Grill, a local’s favorite for more than 30 years offers casual dining in a rustic atmosphere. Savor American classics like Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Teriyaki Chicken, Pasta, Blackened Salmon and Jason’s famous Baby Back Ribs, along with nightly specials. Jason’s boasts the largest salad bar on the North Shore and gourmet half-pound burgers and sandwiches. There’s a kid’s menu, and a large selection of spirits, wine and microbrews. 8338 N. Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, next to the North Tahoe Event Center | Daily 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. | MC, VISA, AMEX, Diners, Discover | (530) 546-3315

Lanza’s | Italian

Since 1932, this family owned restaurant has taken pride in serving family style Italian food in a checkered tablecloth setting with touches of Old Tahoe. Servers bring large tureens of minestrone soup, followed by a salad bowl for the table and a generous antipasto tray with some housemade delicacies. The menu has more than 40 selections including their renowned housemade ravioli. The large dining room easily seats big parties.

WOLFDALE’S VIBRANT BY LOU PHILLIPS

food & w in e s

“On to the world of comfort food and wine for the Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 2012 Artemis Bordeaux Blend, … rubbing shoulders with fall-off-the-bone braised buffalo short ribs.”

2905 Lake Forest Road (2 miles east of Tahoe City off Hwy. 28) | Dinner from 5:30 nightly | Bar opens at 4 p.m. | Extensive wine list and banquet room | (530) 583-3324

TRUCKEE

Traditional Italian food since the 1930s, and Lanza’s has been a long-time favorite with locals, as well as visitors. It’s been voted best Italian restaurant for many years. Guests will find a great family atmosphere featuring family recipes and large portions. Most dinners are between $12 and $19. Lanza’s also offers a nice selection of Italian and California wines. Lanza’s now offers gluten-free pizza and spaghetti. Offsite catering available. 7739 North Lake Blvd., King’s Beach (next to Safeway) | No reservations | Dinner at 5 p.m. | Full Bar and Happy Hour 4:30 p.m. | MC and VISA | (530) 546-2434

Las Panchitas | Mexican

Serving fine Mexican food since 1975 and at Lake Tahoe since 1982, delicious Chinga-Lingas head the appetizer list. Authentic Chili Relleños are made from fresh-roasted chiles stuffed with jack cheese, and Fiesta Tostadas are created from a flour tortilla with beans, ground beef, chile colorado, chile verde, lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and cheese. The Chicken, Shrimp and Sirloin Fajitas are enough for two. 8345 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach | Full bar with delicious margaritas | Dinners from $10.95 | All major credit cards accepted | (530) 546-4539

El Toro Bravo | Mexican

This is outstanding Mexican cuisine with recipes that have made El Toro Bravo a favorite in Truckee for 25 years. Located in a quaint, old-time, Truckee house, with a friendly ambience to go with your meal. Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. Topping the menu are tender Steak and Chicken Fajitas, Chimichangas, Tacoladas, Chili Relleños, Snapper Santa Cruz, Grilled Prawns and the unusual Oysters 444. Patio dining, weather permitting. 10816 Donner Pass Road, on the west end of Commercial Row, downtown Truckee | Service from 11:30 a.m. | Full bar | VISA, MC, AMEX, Discover | (530) 587-3557

Pianeta | Italian Cucina

One of the Tahoe area’s best, Pianeta transports the palate with sophisticated, yet rustic Italian food in a warm, cozy atmosphere. The Antipasti features Bruschetta Olivata, Filet Mignon Carpaccio, Housemade Grilled Saus-ages & Crab Cakes. Pianeta makes most pasta in house with dishes like Veal Meatballs with Pesto & Linguini Pasta, Chicken & Prosciutto Cannelloni with Porcini Cream Sauce & Ravioli della Casa. 10096 Donner Pass Road, along Commercial Row, downtown Truckee | Open for dinner nightly | Full bar and wine list | Happy Hour at the Bar Mon.-Fri. from 5 to 6:30 p.m. | (530) 587-4694

To be included in the Dining Guide, call (530) 546-5995, ext. 100.

W las Dale not only embodies the

olfdale’s proprietor and Chef Doug-

concept of being multi-talented by being classically trained in both French and Japanese culinary arts, but is also a master practitioner of Japanese Martial Arts. One of Douglas’ core beliefs is the absolute need for change, so I can almost guarantee that you will not find these same selections on your visit. I can also guarantee your experience will be at least as wonderful as the amazing Mr. Dale and wife, Katherine, always seem to create change for the better. NV Adami Garbel Prosecco, $12 a glass, is a bit off-dry and with this the extra touch of fruit it balances the richness and salinity of the baked oysters perfectly. Great way to start. White wines from Rioja Spain are composed primarily from the Viura grape and the 2013 Muriel, $9 a glass, is made in the modern, fresh style where the citrus and nutty notes are allowed to shine. That zip and complexity are necessary to waltz with Wolfdale’s Moroccan lamb sausage skillet with curried asparagus and aioli. Flying off to another continent, next up was the rich, yet light and aromatic, Thai seafood stew that generously offered prawns, scallops, crab, bay shrimp and Jasmine rice. Holy Moly, what do you pair with that?

uncorked

2 glasses

OPEN DAILY 11am to 10pm (530)546-3315 8338 North Lake Blvd. Kings Beach, CA www.jasonsbeachsidegrille.com

Yep, classic old-school Pinot Noir from Carneros pioneer Saintsbury Winery. This wine is on tap at $12 a glass and had the earth, Indian spice and dried cherry flavors all carried on a lithe but solid frame that made it seem like an extension of the dish. As a bonus, you can always feel better ordering tap-wines as their environmental footprint is a fraction of that of bottled wines. On to the world of comfort food and wine for the Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 2012 Artemis Bordeaux Blend, at $98 a bottle, rubbing shoulders with fall-off-thebone braised buffalo short ribs. The dark berries and substantial tannins of the wine complemented the beautiful richness and slight minerality of the buffalo, which was accompanied by parsnip mashers. And, for the finale the Graham’s 20-year Tawny Port, $12 a glass, beckoned with the macadamia tart served with vanilla ice cream.

Baked Oysters | Courtesy Wolfdale’s

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Buffalo Short Ribs | Courtesy Wolfdale’s

Frequent changes can also be seen in Wolfdale’s unique dinnerware and the artwork displays. The Dales’ believe change keeps their experience and that of their guests vibrant and stimulating. One of Wolfdale’s signature philosophies is that, “The thrill of a new taste will extend one’s life.” Most anyone who makes the trip to this lakeside retreat at 640 N. Lake Blvd. in Tahoe City would find that hard to argue with. For more information or to make a reservation, call (530) 583-5700 for visit wolfdales.com.  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 lou@ wineprowest.com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for more wine columns.

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HATCHER, Calaveras March 18 » Truckee » 5 - 7 p.m. March 19 » Tahoe City » 5 - 7 p.m.

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ordered. Now that there is some fresh powder, it’s time to get some more turns in and you’ll want a hardy meal to recuperate your strength after. A nice dinner of chicken parmesan and pasta is a great way to get your protein, as well as some carbohydrates that will be good for getting you ready for the next day’s turns. 

Master Chef Anton Flory at Top Notch Resort in Stowe, Vt., Smitty is known for his creative use of fresh ingredients. To read archived copies of Smitty’s column, visit chefsmitty.com or TheTahoeWeekly.com. Contact him at tmmsmitty@gmail.com or (530) 412-3598.

“A nice dinner of chicken

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parmesan and pasta is a great way to get your protein.”

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4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts 2 C fresh grated parmesan 1 C fresh grated or shredded mozzarella ½ C fresh basil, sliced thin 1 T granulated garlic Salt and pepper 1 T butter

12 oz. tomato sauce 2 eggs beaten 1 C flour 1½ C bread crumbs 1 T thyme 1 T oregano 1 T oil

Heat the sauce in a pan. Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness. Season the chicken with the thyme, oregano, granulated garlic, salt and pepper. Dredge in the flour shaking off all excess. Dip in the beaten egg and then in the breadcrumbs. In a skillet, get the oil hot and then add the butter, and as soon as the butter is melted add the chicken. Brown on one side and flip it over. Pour a little sauce over each cutlet and then sprinkle with the mozzarella and then parmesan. Place in a 350-degree oven until the cheese is melted and just starting to brown. Serve with spaghetti or your favorite pasta.

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