June 21-July 4, 2023

SATURDAY JULY 22

REBELUTION

TRIBAL SEEDS • THE GREEN

HIRIE • THE EXPENDABLES

BUMPIN UGLIES • PIPE DOWN

SUNDAY JULY 23

STICK FIGURE

PEPPER • DISPATCH

J BOOG • IYA TERRA

THE ELOVATERS • claire wright

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The Tahoe Sierra is one of the best places to celebrate Independence Day with parades, runs, live music, kids’ activities and firework and drone shows, including the annual Lights on the Lake fireworks show on the South Shore on July 4 featured on the cover. And don’t forget skiing on the 4th of July. Festivities kick off in the region on July 1 and include two drone shows and four fireworks shows this year. Find details in this edition.

courtesy Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority

4 th of July a time for celebration in Tahoe

Amid the fun, fanfare, festivities, fireworks and drone shows, it’s important to remember why we celebrate the 4th of July, which marks the date – July 4, 1776 – when the Declaration of Independence was ratified, marking our independence from British rule.

While we may disagree as individuals on a variety of issues, we are able to do so based on the principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence.

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

If you haven’t read the Declaration since you were forced to in school, maybe take a few minutes to read it again and revel in the true celebration of liberties we enjoy today. Visit archives.gov. Then, go out and celebrate with friends and family.

Tahoe Music, Events & Festivals

You can start your celebrations by reading the dizzying array of music, events and festivals to enjoy this season in our annual Tahoe Music, Events & Festivals summer guide.

I suggest sitting down, highlighting the ones that speak to you, book your tickets, if needed, and add them to your calendar – that’s what I do after we publish each of our guides to make sure I don’t miss anything.

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There may still be snow on the mountain tops, but none of us can be lax and think that the record-breaking winter season means no wildfire danger. In fact, we’ve already had several wildfires in the region. There are some easy steps to be prepared, with all this information available in our 3rd annual Tahoe Wildfire Preparedness Guide at TheTahoeWeekly.com. This includes everyone on vacation, too:

• Sign up for Emergency Alerts

• Download & read the Evacuation Guide for your area

• Prepare a Go Bag for your family & pets

• Prepare defensible space around your home

• Know what red flag warnings mean

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of Lake Tahoe: 2 million years

Fed By: 63 streams and 2 hot springs

Only Outlet: Truckee River (Tahoe City)

Watershed Area: 312 square miles (808 sq km)

Lake Tahoe is located in the states of California and Nevada, with two-thirds in California.

LAKE CLARITY:

2022: 71.7 feet depth (21.9 meters)

1968: First recorded at 102.4 feet (31.21 m)

AVERAGE DEPTH: 1,000 feet (304 m)

MAXIMUM DEPTH: 1,645 feet (501 m) Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the U.S. (Crater Lake in Oregon, at 1,932 feet, or 589 m, is the deepest), and the 11th deepest in the world.

VOLUME: 39 trillion gallons (147.6 trillion liters)

There is enough water in Lake Tahoe to supply everyone in the United States with more than 75 gallons (284 liters) of water per day for 5 years.

NATURAL RIM: 6,223’ (1,897 m)

Lake Tahoe sits at an average elevation of between 6,223’ and 6,229.1’. (1,897-1,899 m) The top 6.1’ (1.8 m) of water is controlled by the dam in Tahoe City and holds up to 744,600 acre feet of water (91,845 m).

SIZE: 22 miles long, 12 miles wide (35 km long, 19 km wide) Lake Tahoe is as long as the

League to Save Lake Tahoe

SIGHTSEEING

EAST SHORE

CAVE ROCK

This iconic sight is part of an old volcano. Take in the view from Cave Rock State Park.

THUNDERBIRD LODGE

May-October | thunderbirdtahoe.org

The former Whittell estate. This magnificent lakefront home features the Lighthouse Room, Old Lodge, 600’ underground tunnel (with a former lion cage) and Boat House, home to the “Thunderbird,” a 1939 wooden boat. Ages 6+ only. Tours by reservation only.

NORTH SHORE

GATEKEEPER’S MUSEUM

(530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org

Featuring historic photos, the Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and historical memorabilia in Tahoe City.

TAHOE CITY visittahoecity.com

Popular for shopping and dining with historical sites. Visit the Tahoe Dam, Lake Tahoe’s only outlet, and Fanny Bridge. Peer into Watson Cabin (1909) for a glimpse at pioneer life. Free parking at Commons Beach, Grove St., Jackpine St. and Transit Center.

TAHOE CITY DEMONSTRATION GARDEN

Tours by appt. | (530) 583-3279 | tahoe.ucdavis.edu/tcdg

This 1920s-era building features a history of the field station, current UC Davis research projects, interactive exhibits and demonstration garden. Grounds open Memorial Day-Labor Day. Ages 8+.

TAHOE SCIENCE CENTER

Tues.-Sat. by reservation

(775) 881-7566 | tahoesciencecenter.org

University of California, Davis, science education center at at UNR Lake Tahoe in Incline Village, Nev. Exhibits include a virtual research boat, biology lab, 3D movies and docent-led tours. Ages 8+.

in 1960, celebrates its Olympic History with the Tower of Nations with its Olympic Flame and the symbolic Tower of the Valley at Highway 89. The Olympic Museum at High Camp features historic memorabilia and photographs. Tram ticket required.

SOUTH SHORE

HEAVENLY

(775) 586-7000 | skiheavenly.com

Enjoy a 2.4-mile ride on the gondola to the top with panoramic views, along with zip lines, climbing wall, tubing, coaster and more. Ticket required.

LAKE TAHOE MUSEUM

Thurs.-Sat. & by appt. (530) 541-5458 | laketahoemuseum.org

Washoe artifacts and exhibits on early industry and settlers. Pick up walking tour maps.

TAHOE ART LEAGUE GALLERY

(530) 544-2313 | talart.org

Featuring works by local artists & workshops.

OLD TRUCKEE JAIL MUSEUM

By appt. only | (530) 659-2378 | truckeehistory.org

One of a few surviving 19th Century jailhouses used from 1875 until May 1965. Volunteers needed.

TOWN OF TRUCKEE

truckeehistory.org | truckee.com

Settled in 1863, Truckee grew quickly as a stagecoach stop and route for the Central Pacific Railroad. During these early days, many 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.

TRUCKEE RAILROAD MUSEUM

Open Sat.-Sun. & holidays truckeedonnerrailroadsociety.com

Learn about the historic railroad. Located in a caboose next to the Truckee Depot.

WEST SHORE

EAGLE ROCK

KINGS BEACH northtahoebusiness.org

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

NORTH TAHOE DEMONSTRATION GARDEN

(775) 586-1610, ext. 25 | tahoe.ucdavis.edu/NTDG

Featuring lake-friendly landscaping using native and adaptive plants. Self-guided tours & clinics. On the campus of UNR Lake Tahoe in Incline Village, Nev.

NORTH TAHOE ARTS CENTER

(530) 581-2787 | northtahoearts.com

Featuring works by local artists & workshops in Kings Beach and Tahoe City.

WATSON CABIN

Open Sat. & Thurs. (during Farmers’ Market) (530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org

Watson Cabin, built by Robert Watson and his son in 1908, is the oldest building in Tahoe City and on the National Register of Historic Places.

OLYMPIC VALLEY

HIGH CAMP

(800) 403-0206 | palisadestahoe.com

Aerial tram rides with views of Lake Tahoe, Olympic Heritage Museum, events and more. Ticket required

OLYMPIC MUSEUM

(800) 403-0206 | palisadestahoe.com

Palisades Tahoe, host of the VIII Winter Olympic Games

TALLAC HISTORIC SITE

(530) 541-5227 | tahoeheritage.org

Once known as the “Grandest Resort in the World” as the summer retreat for three San Francisco elite families with the Baldwin Estate, Pope Estate & Valhalla. Grounds open year-round. Tours in summer.

TAYLOR CREEK VISITOR CENTER

(530) 543-2674 | fs.usda.gov

Features Stream Profile Chamber to view slice of Taylor Creek, nature trails & more.

TRUCKEE

DONNER SUMMIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY donnersummithistoricalsociety.org

At Old Hwy 40 & Soda Springs Rd. 20-mile interpretive driving tour along Old 40.

EMIGRANT TRAIL MUSEUM

(530) 582-7892 | parks.ca.gov

The Emigrant Trail Museum features exhibits and artifacts on the Donner Party (1846-47) at Donner Memorial State Park. See the towering Pioneer Monument.

KIDZONE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Tues.-Sat. | (530) 587-5437 | kidzonemuseum.org

Interactive exhibits, science & art classes for kids up to age 7. BabyZone & Jungle Gym.

MUSEUM OF TRUCKEE HISTORY

Open Fri.-Sun. | (530) 582-0893 museumoftruckeehistory.com

Housed in the original Depot, built in 1901. Exhibits cover different eras in Truckee history.

NORTHSTAR northstarcalifornia.com

Ride the Big Springs Gondola up to 8,610’ for views of Tahoe and Truckee.

Eagle Rock, one of the Lake’s most famous natural sites, is a volcanic plug beside Highway 89 on the West Shore. Trail to top is on the south side.

FANNETTE ISLAND

(530) 541-3030 | parks.ca.gov

Lake Tahoe’s only island is in Emerald Bay & is home to an old tea house. Boat access only. (Closed Feb. 1-June 15 for nesting birds.)

HELLMAN-EHRMAN MANSION

Parking fee | parks.ca.gov

(530) 525-7232 Park | (530) 583-9911 Tours

Sugar Pine Point State Park is home to the historic Ehrman Mansion. See boathouses with historic boats and General Phipps Cabin built in the late 1800s. Tours May 27-Sept. 30.

VIKINGSHOLM CASTLE

(530) 541-3030 | (530) 525-9529 ADA parks.ca.gov | vikingsholm.com

Tour the grounds of Vikingsholm Castle (interior tours June 15-Sept. 30), see Eagle Falls and Fannette Island (the Lake’s only island), home to an old Tea House.

TRANSIT

North Tahoe & Truckee (TART) | laketahoetransit.com South Tahoe | tahoetransportation.org

ROAD CONDITIONS

California road conditions roads.dot.ca.gov, (800) 427-7623

Nevada Road conditions nvroads.com, (877) 687-6237 or 511 (while in Nevada)

VISITORS’ CENTERS

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

Boots McFarland by Geolyn Carvin | BootsMcFarland.com

Washeshu Creek is raging from this winter’s snowpack in Shirley Canyon in Olympic Valley making for dozens of waterfalls to enjoy on this hike. Details at TheTahoeWeekly.com. | Katherine E. Hill

GET outside

Gatekeeper’s Museum reborn

Fremont map, 900-year-old basket part of new exhibits

BY KAYLA ANDERSON

Museum Open House | Aug. 2 | Noon-4 p.m. Heritage Trail Tour | Aug. 13 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ona gorgeous day in the Sierra tucked amongst the towering pines between Fanny Bridge and Lake Tahoe, Karlie Watson is tidying the front patio entrance to get ready for the Gatekeeper’s Museum’s opening. Now that the snow has melted, this is an exciting time for the team that has spent more than eight months tirelessly renovating and building new exhibits; they are eager to show off their work.

are even shelves of Tahoe City school yearbooks going back to the 1960s.

The “On The Lake” maritime exhibit about traveling on Tahoe’s steamers is new and an ode to Tahoe City’s iconic restaurants and resorts conjure up memories of times at Bacchi’s and the Pfeifer House. In the center, a video reel created by local videographer Patrick Yun plays clips of famous movies that were filmed in Tahoe — last year was the 50th anniversary of “The Godfather II,” which was filmed partly on the West Shore.

The only two displays that haven’t been changed are the wildlife and boat exhibits.

1942”, a new sponsored exhibit that runs through the summer. Fifteen maps of the Tahoe Basin, including an original John C. Fremont 1844 expedition map, hang on walls on both sides, with magnifying glasses so that one can dive in to see how Tahoe has transformed over the last two centuries.

to Tahoe to snowboard and fell in love with the area.

The changes are apparent when you walk in. The gift shop is more open and organized. The Marion Steinbach Native American Basket Museum is brighter, the intricately woven baskets more pronounced on their shelves. The library has been transformed into a Tahoe researcher’s paradise, with Tahoe World newspapers dating back to the 1960s and Volumes I and II of the Tahoe Tattlers published in 1881. There

In the hallway connecting the two rooms, a dedicated display about the Washo Tribe, the original settlers of the land, is next to reels of patterned American Indian textiles made in the 1920s.

Upstairs, the “Through Tahoe’s Lens: Early 20th Century Photography” exhibit shows antique sepia-toned photos taken by Anne Brigman, the original photo albums of Arthur Pillsbury (who created the first panorama camera) and collections sourced through Putnam & Valentine.

Across from that is the “Discovering Lake Tahoe Historical Maps 1849-

The Marion Steinbach Native American Basket Museum is completely redone. Gone are the dark walls, individual tags and giant maps. This 2023 iteration puts the spotlight on the baskets and now highlights the women basketmakers, points out the special way that the Washo made their baskets — tightly coiled with unique shapes and designs — and the museum even has a 900-year-old basket in a glass case.

The walls have been repainted, new floors have been put in, the log beams touched up to show off what the museum is all about. Even the staff is new.

Executive Director Susan Winter has been with the North Lake Tahoe Historical Society since last July; she first volunteered before moving into the director’s role. She holds a degree in anthropology from the University of Arizona and earned a master’s in museum studies from California State University, San Francisco. She came

“The focus has been on artifacts and membership, our mission and the visitor experience,” Winter says. She works with archeologist Lizzie Pintar to decide whether the museum wants to ascension an item and archivist Nancy Stromswold, who is key to the museum’s operations.

Winter says that “the heavens opened” when grant writer/poet/assistant/Univer-

Read about photographer Anne Brigman at TheTahoeWeekly.com

sity of Nevada, Reno graduate student Watson came. There’s also a new board of directors.

“We’re all breathing new life in this place and all working together,” Winter says.

The Gatekeeper’s Museum is in Tahoe City and is open Wednesdays to Sundays (non-holiday) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission will be offered during the Open House on Aug. 2 and the Heritage Trail Tour on Aug. 13. | northtahoemuseums.org n

“We’re all breathing new life in this place and all working together.”

– Susan Winter

FROM LEFT: The Gatekeeper’s Museum | Katherine Hill. American Indian textiles. | Kayla Anderson. The Gatekeeper’s Museum team in the Marion Steinbach Native American Basket Museum, from left, Lizzie Pintar, archeologist; Susan Winter, director; Karlie Watson, grants coordinator/assistant. | Susan Winter

CELEBRATE

IN TAHOE

JULY 1

Graeagle | 9:30 p.m. fireworks

JULY 3

Hard Rock | 9:30 p.m. fireworks

JULY 4

Incline Village | 9:30 p.m. laser & drone shows

Tahoe City | 9:30 p.m. drone show

Truckee | 9:30 p.m. fireworks

South Lake Tahoe | 9:45 p.m. fireworks

elebrations for the 4th of July include parades, fun runs, beach parties and light shows with both fireworks shows and drone shows this year. Pack a picnic, stake out your spot early (remember, low-back chairs), bike or take public transit and bring cash for food, beverages and donations to fund local fireworks and drone shows. Many restaurants offer viewing parties and local tour companies offer cruises on Lake Tahoe during the shows; make reservations early. Note: Kings Beach will not be hosting 3rd of July festivities this year and has

Drone show at Incline Village, Nev. | Travel North Tahoe Nevada

Get Ready for Fun

June 30-July 2 | Graeagle

On June 30, a cornhole tournament and a day in the park are on tap. On July 1, the cornhole tournament continues with an Old-Fashioned Day in the Park and an aerial fireworks display over Graeagle Mill Pond at 9:30 p.m. On July 2, enjoy Graeagle Fire Department’s pancake breakfast and more Old-Fashioned Day in the Park events. | graeagle.com

Freedom Fest

July 1-4 | Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

This is the first time in more than a decade since Freedom Fest has happened due to the record-breaking snowfall this year. Skiing and snowboarding will be open on the Alpine Meadows side each day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with live music daily at noon at the Alpine Deck. On July 4, meet at the Village at Palisades Tahoe for Bluesdays from 3 to 8:30 p.m. | palisadestahoe.com

Red, White & Tahoe Blue

July 2, 5, 7, 9 | Area venues

Enjoy a Salute to America with Broadway, opera and patriotic music at the 18th annual “BOPS” concert conducted by Maestro James Rawie. Revel in full orchestra and chorus performances of patriotic favorites, enjoy great opera arias, join in a sing-along, and, if you’re the highest bidder, conduct the orchestra in “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” Dates are on July 2 in Incline Village at St. Francis of Assisi; on July 5 in Reno’s Bartley Ranch; on July 7 at Truckee High School; and on July 9 at Tahoe Paradise Park in Meyers. | tahoesymphony.com

Local Heroes 4th of July Celebration

July 2-4 | area venues | Incline Village, Nev. The festivities begin on July 2 with a flag-raising and pancake breakfast at Station 11, followed by a parade, a community fair on the Village Green and a Highlander Pride backyard barbecue. On July 3, local veterans and heroes are honored with a veterans’ lunch and a flag retirement ceremony. The weekend highlight is the Incline Village/Crystal Bay SkyShow on July 4 at Incline Village Ridgeline Ball Fields. | ivcba.org

Red, White and Wild

July 3-4 | Hard Rock Lake Tahoe | Stateline, Nev.

From 7 to 10 p.m. on July 3, enjoy a party at Guitar Plaza and fireworks display, which begins at 9:30 p.m. On July 4, watch the Lights on the Lake Fireworks at a cocktail party on the top of the parking garage from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., featuring a performance from Dueling Pianos. | hardrockcasinolaketahoe. com

There’s No Place Like Home

July 4 | Truckee

Independence Day is an all-day event in Truckee, starting with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Truckee Fire Department at the station next to Wild Cherries. The annual 1-Mile Firecracker Run starts at 9:45 a.m. followed by the parade from 10 a.m. to noon. The fun continues at West End Beach with live music, dancing, games and barbecues until the fireworks display starting at 9:30 p.m. The beach event is for Truckee residents and homeowners. Tickets are $10 per person. Shuttle available to the parade using the TART Connect app. | truckee.com, tdrpd.org

Red, White & Big Blue

July 4 | Ski Run to Bijou Community Park | South Lake Tahoe/Stateline, Nev.

The parade starts at 9 a.m. along Lake Tahoe Boulevard from Ski Run to Bijou Community Park. Trophies will be awarded for Best Commercial, Best Nonprofit, Best Youth, Best Classic Auto and Anything Goes entries. | cityofslt.us

Tahoe City Independence Day

July 4 | Commons Beach | Tahoe City

Enjoy fun at the lake in Tahoe City starting at 12 p.m. with an exciting list of activities, such as face painting and live performances from 12 to 10 p.m. Enjoy DJs and music from Mark Sexton, Disco Terrorist, Funksalot and All Good Funk Alliance.

An aerial drone show, orchestrated to music broadcast on 101.5 FM, will feature more than 300 drones that will take to the air at 9:30 p.m. A free shuttle from Northstar will run every 30 minutes from 6 to 11 p.m. On demand shuttle available using the TART Connect app. | visittahoecity.org

IVCB SkyShow

July 4 | Incline Village, Nev.

Incline Village will host a laser show at 9:30 p.m., followed by a drone show (gates open at 7 p.m.) with a live DJ, food trucks and a Beer Garden at the Incline Village Ridgeline Ball Fields. Parking will be available at the middle school, Parasol, Recreation Center and Visitors Center. Shuttles will be available at The Chateau and Diamond Peak parking lots. | ivcba.org

Lights on the Lake Fireworks

July 4 | South Shore

The fireworks display, visible from all over South Shore, is from 9:45 to 10:05 p.m. Pick a spot on the shoreline, a beach or in a park and enjoy. | visitlaketahoe.com

PRESERVE TAHOE’S PRISTINE PARADISE

TIPS FOR ENJOYING SUMMER FROM TRASH TO TRAFFIC

BY PRIYA HUTNER

Majestic snowcapped mountains create an incredible backdrop for summertime in Tahoe. Whether you are one of the 15 million annual visitors or are a local, when spending time outdoors, it’s essential to be safe, help keep the outdoor natural playground free from trash and enjoy what Tahoe has to offer.

Tackling traffic

Driving in Tahoe on mountain roads and around Lake Tahoe requires awareness. We have a lot of roundabouts in the region. If unaccustomed to driving in a roundabout (which can be one or two lanes), Rule 1 is do not stop in the middle of a roundabout. One technique is to keep going around in circles until you figure out which exit you need or take any exit and pull over. Stopping is an accident waiting to happen, so is not yielding to cars already in the roundabout. We joke that there are two seasons in Tahoe: winter and construction. If you are driving, bring your patience along for the ride, there is roadwork everywhere, especially after the record-breaking winter we endured.

Slow down

Drive the speed limit and stay focused. There are kids playing everywhere and road biking is a popular activity. Visitors also tend to be awestruck by Tahoe’s beauty and can be easily distracted while driving. Slow down, please, and take a boat cruise or public transportation to take in the sights.

Be bike aware

Tahoe is a biking mecca and cyclists are on the roads day and night. Do not park in any bike lane and look for cyclists coming from behind before opening the car door.

Many places around Lake Tahoe don’t have bike lanes, so share the road. Drivers are required to stay at least 3 feet away from cyclists in California.

Cold water can kill

The snow is melting and lakes and rivers are frigid and running swiftly. Stay out of the river if it is churning fast; that includes keeping your dog out of the river, too.

Children younger than 13 must wear life jackets by law while on a vessel in Nevada and California. That includes standup paddleboards, kayaks, personal watercraft and other craft.

If paddleboarding or kayaking, you are required to carry a life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD). In Lake Tahoe’s cold waters, it is best to wear a PFD, no matter how good a swimmer you are. It can be dangerous if you fall into the water.

When a person falls or jumps into cold, alpine water, the first instinct to gasp in shock – cold water shock. This sets off a chain reaction that often leads to drowning. Life jackets give people a few minutes to control their breathing, calm down and self-rescue.

Go with a qualified guide

Consider hiring a local guide who knows the area for activities on the water or a guided hike or mountain bike ride. However, many people post guide services on social media that we know aren’t licensed or insured, don’t have basic first aid training and don’t carry first aid gear.

Ask these questions before going out with any guide:

• Is your guide licensed and insured?

• Is your guide properly trained? Ask what their training entails when booking.

• Does your boat guide have the required captain’s license?

• Before renting gear or a boat from social media or on the side of the road, ask for their license and insurance. Make sure any boats have the proper 2023 invasive species sticker.

• If you’re on a boat, there should be a safety talk about the location of life jackets. If not, ask where they are.

• Are they trained in first aid and CPR? Do they carry first aid gear? Ask if they don’t tell you.

• If you’re in the backcountry, do they have a sat phone or radio (cell phones don’t work)?

FROM LEFT:

Kayaking The Lake Tahoe Water Trail. | Tim Hauserman East Shore Trail. Kids in a wildflower meadow. | TINS

We joke that there are two seasons in Tahoe: winter and construction.

If you are planning to visit, bring your patience along for the ride, there is roadwork everywhere.

Poop is a problem

Human and dog waste is a problem not only on trails, but at local beaches and parks. Before heading out, be prepared with dog bags and bring a sealed bag when you go out hiking or biking. If you need to relieve yourself in the woods, drip dry or wipe and carry it out in the bag. The same goes for your child’s dirty diapers and your pooch’s poop. Pick it up and pack it out.

Poop in the waterways or on the trails is a problem. If you see a plastic bag of dog poop, feel free to pick it up. Unlike many cities, there is no one to clean up trash or pick up after you. Dog poop is as toxic as insecticides, according to the EPA.

Keep the music down

Renting in Tahoe? Keep the loud music to a minimum. Best tip: rent a silent disco and dance the night away. The neighbors who live here year-round enjoy the peace and quiet and immerse themselves in nature.

The same goes for boating on the lakes; do not have loud, blaring music. It scares off wildlife and ruins other people’s vacation.

Be bear aware

Put trash in the bear-proof box and make sure it’s locked. Lock the house and car doors to keep bears out. Bears are pros at opening doors and breaking into cars, garages and houses. If a bear tries to break into your car or home, call the BEAR League at (530) 525-7297 (24/7). Staffers will come and assist you.

Sun, altitude safety

You can become easily sunburned at altitude, especially if you’re on the water, which reflects the sun. Wear a hat and sunscreen and drink lots of water. If you’re not accustomed to hiking at altitude, take a few days to acclimate before tackling a long hike.

Sole security

Good walking and hiking shoes are essential in Tahoe. Shoes with heels and flipflops are terrible to hike in. Expect gashed toes and broken ankles if you head out in flip-flops. Bring a good pair of walking shoes for sightseeing and hiking shoes with ankle support when venturing out on a trail.

Show your appreciation

Dining out in Tahoe? So is everyone else. Make a reservation in advance, even for lunch, and prepare to wait if you don’t. Grab a cocktail and relax. Housing storages still abound in the region, so please tip your server and your guide 18 to 20 percent. Their livelihood depends on tips.

Katherine E. Hill contributed to this feature.

PAVED PATH POINTERS

• Keep dogs leashed

• Do not spread out across the trail.

• Pedestrians must yield to bikes.

• Don’t stop on the trail; move to the side.

• Cyclists should call out when passing pedestrians.

• Cyclists pass on the left.

• Kids younger than 18 are required to wear a helmet while biking.

TRAIL ETIQUETTE

• Mountain bikers must yield to hikers and equestrians.

• Hikers must yield to equestrians.

• Uphill mountain bikers have right of way over downhill bikers.

LEAVE NO TRACE

• Plan ahead and prepare

• Travel and camp on durable surfaces

• Dispose of waste properly

• Leave what you find

• Minimize campfire impacts

• Respect wildlife

• Be considerate of other visitors

Palisades to introduce paid parking

Palisades Tahoe will implement a traffic and parking solution on weekends and holidays to minimize arrival and departure traffic for the 2023-24 winter season, according to a press release.

The resort will introduce a mix of free and reserve-in-advance, paid-parking program for guests with a few exceptions such as Achieve Tahoe, Palisades Tahoe employees, ski team families and Village commercial tenants and their employees. This program will be in effect on Saturdays and Sundays from mid-December through March (extending into April depending on demand), as well as during holidays.

The paid-parking program will not be implemented outside of these designated dates and will be adjusted if demand is lower than expected.

The resort is open for skiing and riding on the Alpine Meadows side Friday to Sunday through June 30 and daily from June 30 to July 4 for Freedom Fest. Find details in the 4th of July feature in this edition. | palisadestahoe.com

Truckee River open

for whitewater rafting

There’s been confusion among many visitors to Tahoe and Truckee by recent social media posts saying that rafting is closed on the Truckee River, which is only partially true.

Whitewater rafting on the Truckee River and other local rivers is open for business and local tour companies are reporting amazing conditions for whitewater rafting after the record-breaking snowfall from this past winter. Look for ads from two local whitewater operators in this edition of Tahoe Weekly to book your trip.

Rafting companies that rent rafts

and offer shuttle service for the 5-mile float trip along the gentle portion of the Truckee River from the Lake Tahoe dam in Tahoe City to River Ranch at Alpine Meadows are currently not operating because of low water flows. However, that portion of the Truckee River remains open for public use for those with their own equipment (be prepared for low water). Public transportation is available at River Ranch to return to Tahoe City.

Flows on that 5-mile section of the Truckee River are low because the dam is not releasing water due to heavy flows further downstream from other local lakes and reservoirs that could cause flooding downstream.

Tahoe’s first trilingual walking audio tour. Available in English, Spanish and Washo, the audio tour provides a guided experience of the interpretive trails at Taylor Creek Visitor Center in South Lake Tahoe and celebrates the history of the Washo Tribe on their native lands. The tour is also available online for virtual exploration. | travelstorys.com

Self-guided audio tour available

Tahoe Fund partnered with The National Forest Foundation to create Lake

Alpenglow Sports seeks nonprofit beneficiary

Alpenglow Sports announces that the Winter Speaker Series Non-Profit Beneficiary application period is open for the 2023-24 season until June 30. As

Tahoe Whitewater Tours

USFS

Alpenglow Sports

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beneficiaries of the 18th annual Winter Speaker Series, three new local nonprofit winners will receive up to $65,000 of direct financial support for two years running. Winners will be chosen and notified by mid-August.

For the application, email stefanie@ alpenglowsports.com. | alpenglowsports.com

log structure remaining in the North Lake Tahoe area. It was built in 1908 by Robert Montgomery Watson, Tahoe City’s first constable and his youngest son, Robert Howard Watson. | (530) 5838717, northtahoemuseums.org

events

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

UC Davis Tahoe Science Center, Incline Village, 7:30 a.m., (775) 881-7560, tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Adventure Sports Week

Various Locations, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Puppets With Chris Arth KidZone Museum, Truckee, 11 a.m., (530) 587-5437, kidzonemuseum.org

Katherine Hill

Summer hours for Watson Cabin

Watson Cabin has reopened for summer tours on Saturdays until September from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be open for the Farmers’ Market every Thursday during the summer from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Watson Cabin is listed on the National Register for Historic Places as the oldest

Meyers Mountain Market Farmers Market Tahoe Paradise Park , South Lake Tahoe, 3-7:30 p.m., (805) 857-4103, meyersmtnmarket.org

Wild Wednesdays

Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, South Lake Tahoe, 6-7 p.m., (530) 577-2273, ltwc.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 22

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

UC Davis Tahoe Science Center, Incline Village, 7:30 a.m., (775) 881-7560, tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Tahoe City Farmers Market

Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., (775) 831-8015

Adventure Sports Week

Various Locations, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Morning Coffee Talk with TRPA’s Julie Regan

Tahoe City Public Utility District Offices, Tahoe City, 9-10 a.m., (775) 588-4547, trpa.gov

Incline Village Farmers Market

Incline Village Farmers Market, Incline Village, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., (775) 339-1203, nevadagrown.com

Family Storytime

Incline Village Library, Incline Village, 10:30 a.m., (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us

Preschool Storytime

Tahoe City Library, Tahoe City, 10:30 a.m., (530) 5462021, placer.ca.gov/2093/Library

Paddling Tours on Donner Lake

Donner Memorial State Park, Truckee, 10:30 a.m., (530) 583-9911, sierrastateparks.org

Mother Goose on the Loose

South Lake Tahoe Library, South Lake Tahoe, 10:30 a.m., (530) 573-3185, eldoradolibrary.org

Summer Speaker Series:

A Lifetime of Science at Lake Tahoe

Granlibakken Tahoe, Tahoe City, 5:30 p.m., (775) 8817560, tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Trail Talk With TINS

Incline Village Library, Incline Village, 6:30-7:30 p.m., (775) 298-0060, tinsweb.org

FRIDAY, JUNE 23

North Shore Bike to Work Day

Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition, Zephyr Cove, 7-10 a.m., (775) 289-0273, tahoebike.org

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

UC Davis Tahoe Science Center, Incline Village, 7:30 a.m., (775) 881-7560, tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Adventure Sports Week

Various Locations, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Romano’s Certified Farmers’ Markets

Sierra Valley Farms, Beckwourth, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Ski Run Farmers Market

Ski Run Farmers Market, South Lake Tahoe, 3-8 p.m., skirunfarmersmarket.com

Bike Kitchen at Alibi Ale Works Incline

Alibi Ale Works , Truckee, 4-7 p.m., (775) 289-0273, tahoebike.org

Cool Car Cruizen Fridays

Shops at Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, 5-8 p.m., theshopsatheavenly.com

Pam Emmerich Memorial Walk, Run & Stroll N. Tahoe Regional Park, Tahoe Vista, 5 p.m., ntpud.org

SATURDAY, JUNE 24

Western States Endurance Run

Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 7 a.m., (800) 4030206, palisadestahoe.com

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

UC Davis Tahoe Science Center, Incline Village, 7:30 a.m., (775) 881-7560, tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Tahoe Off-Road Triathlon

Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Adventure Sports Week

Various Locations, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Tahoe City Open Water Swim

Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 8:30 a.m. to noon, (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

HIKING

TAHOE RIMTRAIL

Moderate

The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 164.8-mile loop trail that encircles Lake Tahoe. The trail is open to hikers and equestrians, and mountain bikers in some sections. It is generally moderate in di culty, with a 10 percent average grade and elevations ranging from 6,300 to 10,333’. tahoerimtrail.org

LAKE TAHOE

ALPINE MEADOWS

FIVE LAKES

Strenuous | 5 miles RT

Five Lakes is a great hike inside Granite Chief Wilderness, with the first 1 mile+ a steady ascent with great views of Alpine Meadows. Trailhead 1.8 miles up Alpine Meadows Road from Hwy. 89 across from Deer Park Drive. Dogs prohibited May 15-July 15.

EAST SHORE

MARLETTE LAKE

Moderate | 9 miles RT

Walk along the dirt path through the picnic area and follow signs to Marlette Lake. Mostly sun exposed. Great wildflowers in early summer. Start at Spooner Lake State Park. Parking fee. parks.nv.gov.

SPOONER LAKE

Easy | 1.8 miles RT

Spooner Lake is a great, easy hike for any season with interpretive displays. At Spooner Lake State Park. Parking fee. parks.nv.gov

PICNIC ROCK

Moderate | 3.6 miles RT

Just o the Tahoe Rim Trail, the expansive view from the top provides a panorama of both Lake Tahoe and the Martis Valley. A single track winds up, o ering a gradual climb with no technical challenges, until reaching Picnic Rock, an old volcanic rock. O Hwy. 267.

NORTH SHORE

STATELINE LOOKOUT

Easy-moderate | .5 miles RT

This short, but steep, paved hike o ers superb views of Lake Tahoe. A short, self-guided nature trail explains the history of the North Shore. Hwy. 28 in Crystal Bay.

OLYMPIC VALLEY

SHIRLEY CANYON & SHIRLEY LAKE

Moderate-Strenuous | .5-5 miles RT

This hike follows a creek as it passes by waterfalls and spectacular granite boulders along Shirley Creek. Park at the end of Shirley Canyon Road. The first section that follows the creek is great for kids. As you climb, the trail may sometimes be hard to distinguish, so keep the creek on your right going up and on your left going down. Can continue a strenuous climb to High Camp and take the Aerial Tram to the valley (schedule at palisadestahoe.com). Check Tram schedule in advance. TART

WASHESHU & EMIGRANT PEAKS

Moderate | 3.4-4.4 miles RT

Ride the Aerial Tram to High Camp, elev. 8,200’, and choose from a variety of trails (maps from Guest Services or palisadestahoe.com). Climb to the weathered buttresses atop Washeshu Peak, visit the historic Watson Monument at Emigrant Peak or meander through the meadows covered with wildflowers, and enjoy the panoramic views a orded from the spacious upper mountain. Tram ticket required (schedule at palisadestahoe.com). Hikes in the meadows good for small children. Check Tram schedule in advance. TART

Trails open depending on conditions. Mileage is roundtrip, with levels based on family access. All trails are more heavily used on weekends.

SOUTH SHORE

LOWER & UPPER ECHO LAKES

Easy | 2.4-4.8 miles RT

Lower and Upper Echo Lakes is a little-known paradise perched atop Echo Summit, 5 miles west of Meyers on Hwy. 50. The trailhead begins next to the dam. Once you reach Upper Echo Lake, 2.4 miles from the start, you’ll see a kiosk at a dock for a water taxi. You can take a taxi back or return the way you came, or continue into Desolation Wilderness. The ride is a relaxing 20-minute tour through the channels connecting the two lakes. Taxi, cash only. Taxi open Memorial Day-Labor Day weekend. (530) 659-7207.

TRUCKEE

GLACIER MEADOW LOOP

Easy | .5 miles RT

Short, self-guided nature loop with signs that explain how glacial action carved and polished the surface landscape. Take Interstate 80 W from Truckee to the Castle Peak/Boreal Ridge Road exit.

MARTIS CREEK WILDLIFE AREA

Easy | 4 miles RT

Loop through Martis Creek meadow for a walk along the creek. O Hwy. 267.

WEST SHORE BALANCING ROCK

Easy | .5 miles | No dogs CLOSED 2023

A short, self-guided nature trail featuring Balancing Rock, an overlying rock of 130 tones balanced on a rock. At D.L. Bliss State Park. Parking fee. parks.ca.gov

EAGLE ROCK

Moderate | 1 mile RT

Quick hike to the top of a volcanic outcropping o ers panoramic views of the area o Hwy. 89 south of Tahoe City.

EMERALD BAY & VIKINGSHOLM CASTLE

Moderate | 2.5 miles+ RT | No dogs

Steep descent to Vikingsholm Castle (tours until Sept. 30).

Can continue to Eagle & Emerald Points around the bay for easy hikes. Connects to Rubicon Trail (see below). Park on either side of rocky overlook in Emerald Bay on Hwy. 89. ADA access. Parking Fee. (530) 525-9529 | parks.ca.gov

GRANITE LAKE

Moderate | 2.2 miles RT

A small alpine lake situated on the cusp of Desolation Wilderness, the hike is a popular entrance for hikers and equestrians to the back country and a spectacular trek towering over the pristine waters of Emerald Bay. Steady ascent of 850’ in less than 1 mile. Trailhead at Bayview Campground o Hwy. 89.

PAGE MEADOWS

Easy-Moderate | 4-6 miles RT

The hike to Page Meadows is a local favorite because of its easy access and beautiful scenery through forests to an expanse of several meadows. You can start the hike to Page Meadows from 64 Acres o Hwy. 89 along the Tahoe Rim Trail for a longer hike or from Ward Creek Boulevard o Hwy. 89.

RUBICON TRAIL & LIGHTHOUSE

Easy-Moderate | .5-9 miles | No dogs CLOSED 2023 Hike starts at Calawee Cove at D.L. Bliss State Park or Emerald Bay. Trail follows cli s and coves along Lake Tahoe, nesting ospreys and eagles, short side trail to Rubicon Lighthouse, which is easy to access with small children. Parking fee. parks.ca.gov.

SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK

Easy | 1.5 miles RT

The nature trail loops through the forest past an array of wildflowers and through several sections of dense slash bleached nearly white from years of sun exposure. There are great spots to relax on the beach below Ehrman Mansion (tours until Sept. 30). Parking fee. ADA access (530) 525-7982. parks.ca.gov. TART

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SATURDAY, JUNE 24 CONT’D

Tahoe Trail Pride

Kingsbury North Trailhead, Stateline, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., (775) 298-4485, tahoerimtrail.org

Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival

Tahoe Paradise Park, South Lake Tahoe, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., (775) 289-0273, tahoebike.org

Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival

Truckee Tahoe Airshow, Truckee, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., (530) 587-4119, truckeetahoeairshow.com

Wild Tahoe Weekend

Taylor Creek Visitor Center, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., (775) 298-0060, tinsweb.org

Bocce & Brunch

North Tahoe Regional Park garden, Tahoe Vista, 10 a.m., ntpud.org

Guided Kayak Tours

Sugar Pine Point State Park, Tahoma, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 583-9911, sierrastateparks.org

Weekly Social Run & Hangout

Trout Creek Pocket Park, Truckee, 6 p.m., donnerpartymountainrunners.com

Ales for ALS

The Libation Lodge, South Lake Tahoe, 6 p.m., southlakebeer.com/libation-lodge

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

UC Davis Tahoe Science Center, Incline Village, 7:30 a.m., (775) 881-7560, tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Adventure Sports Week

Various Locations, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Finding Words in Nature: Writing on the TRT With Tim Hauserman

Tahoe Rim Trail Tahoe City, Tahoe City, 9 a.m. to noon, (775) 298-4485, tahoerimtrail.org

Blairsden Community Farmers Market

Blairsden Garden Center, Blairsden, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 836-2541, blairsdengardencenter.com

Wild Tahoe Weekend

Taylor Creek Visitor Center, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., (775) 298-0060, tinsweb.org

Guided Kayak Tours

Sugar Pine Point State Park, Tahoma, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 583-9911, sierrastateparks.org

Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival

Tahoe Paradise Park, South Lake Tahoe, 1-6 p.m., (775) 289-0273, tahoebike.org

Western States Endurance Run

Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 5 p.m., (800) 4030206, palisadestahoe.com

MONDAY, JUNE 26

Crawl Space Baby and Toddler Program

South Lake Tahoe Library, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m., (530) 573-3185, eldoradolibrary.org

Bricks & Brews

South Lake Brewing Company, South Lake Tahoe, 4-8 p.m., (530) 578-0087, southlakebeer.com

TUESDAY, JUNE 27

Farmers Market

American Legion Hall parking lot, South Lake Tahoe, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., eldoradofarmersmarket.com

Truckee Tuesday Farmers Market

Truckee River Regional Park, Truckee, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., facebook.com/truckeecertifiedfarmersmarket

Play and Learn Program

South Lake Tahoe Library, South Lake Tahoe, 9 a.m., (530) 573-3185, eldoradolibrary.org

Picnic Rock Workday

Tahoe Rim Trail Association, Tahoe Vista, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., (775) 298-4485, tahoerimtrail.org

Family Storytime

Incline Village Library, Incline Village, 10:30 a.m., (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us

Preschool Storytime

Kings Beach Library, Kings Beach, 10:30 a.m., (530) 546-2021, placer.ca.gov/2093/Library

Teen Tuesday

Incline Village Library, Incline Village, 4 p.m., (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us/libraries

Barton Performance Golf Series

Barton Health, South Lake Tahoe, 5:30-6:30 p.m., (530) 541-3420, bartonhealth.org/tahoe/home.aspx

Tahoe History Talks on the Beach

Lakeview Commons, South Lake Tahoe, 6-8 p.m., (530) 541-5458, laketahoemuseum.org

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28

Meyers Mountain Market Farmers Market

Tahoe Paradise Park , South Lake Tahoe, 3-7:30 p.m., (805) 857-4103, meyersmtnmarket.org

Preparing for Wildfire Season

Virtual, 4 p.m., ttcf.net

Wild Wednesdays

Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, South Lake Tahoe, 6-7 p.m., (530) 577-2273, ltwc.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 29

Tahoe City Farmers Market Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., (775) 831-8015

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| palisadestahoe.com

18-hole course. Disc rentals. Tram ticket required. Open June 23-25. Daily starting June 30. TART

SOUTH SHORE +

BIJOU COMMUNITY PARK

A mostly flat and moderately wooded course with 27 holes covering 8,324 feet. On Al Tahoe Blvd. o Hwy 50. BlueGo

DISCWOOD

(209) 258-7277 | kirkwood.com

Experience disc golf at 7,800 feet at Kirkwood Resort.The 18hole course weaves through the trees and over mountainous terrain. Free.

TAHOE PARADISE PARK

tahoeparadisepark.com

9-hole course in Meyers.

TURTLE ROCK PARK CAMPGROUND

(530) 694-2140 | alpinecounty.ca.gov | Closed for repairs

Located in Markleeville.

ZEPHYR COVE

18 holes covering 5,256 feet with holes of varying lengths. On Warrior Way. BlueGo

TRUCKEE DONNER SKI RANCH

(530) 426-3635 | donnerskiranch.com

18-hole course. Free to play; must register at restaurant.

SIERRA COLLEGE

(530) 550-2225

18 holes on campus. Free. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

TRUCKEE RIVER REGIONAL PARK

(530) 582-7720 | tdrpd.com

18-hole course, o Brockway Road. Dogs must be on leash. Free. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

GEOCACHING

OLYMPIC VALLEY

(800) 403-0206 | palisadestahoe.com

High-tech treasure hunt on mountain using GPS to find 10 caches. Free with Aerial Tram ticket. Open June 23-25.

Daily starting June 30. TART

MINI GOLF COURSES

SHOPS AT HEAVENLY

theshopsatheavenly.com

10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily

VILLAGE AT NORTHSTAR northstarcalifornia.com

Free. First-come, first-served. TART

PUBLIC POOLS

INCLINE VILLAGE

(775) 832-1300 | inclinerecreation.com

25-yard, 8-lane indoor pool at Incline Recreation Center, swim lessons, aqua fitness, 1-meter spring diving board, inflatable slide (weekends). Daily rates & memberships available. TART

OLYMPIC VALLEY (800) 403-0206 | palisadestahoe.com | Closed Swimming Lagoon & Spa at High Camp at Palisades Tahoe, free form lagoon with 50-meter lap lanes, two islands with waterfalls and native boulders. TART

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

(530) 542-6056 | cityofslt.com

25-yard indoor/outdoor year-round pool. Lessons. BlueGo

TRUCKEE

(530) 582-7720 | tdrpd.com

Lap & recreation pool. Kids swimming area, slides.TART

ROCK CLIMBING WALLS

TRUCKEE

COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER

(530) 582-7720 | tdrpd.com

O ers 29’ climbing wall & 12’ bouldering wall. All ages & levels. Lessons available. TART

SKATE PARKS

EAST SHORE

INCLINE SKATE PARK

(775) 832-1300 | inclinerecreation.com

Intermediate/advanced area with two, 5-foot tall bowls with a spine, 3-foot box and 2.5 foot bowl for beginners. Street course on top, with 8-foot flat rail, 6-foot down rail, four stairs and a 10-foot downward ramp. Corner Hwy. 28 & Southwood. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

SOUTH SHORE

BIJOU COMMUNITY PARK

cityofslt.us

Bijou Community Park features a skateboard park on Al Tahoe Boulevard o Highway 50. BlueGo

SKATEHOUSE

@skatetahoe

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THURSDAY, JUNE 29 CONT’D

Incline Village Farmers Market

Incline Village Farmers Market, Incline Village, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., nevadagrown.com/events/incline-village-farmers-market

Family Storytime

Incline Village Library, Incline Village, 10:30 a.m., (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us

Preschool Storytime

Tahoe City Library, Tahoe City, 10:30 a.m., (530) 5462021, placer.ca.gov/2093/Library

Paddling Tours on Donner Lake Donner Memorial State Park, Truckee, 10:30 a.m., (530) 583-9911, sierrastateparks.org

Mother Goose on the Loose

South Lake Tahoe Library, South Lake Tahoe, 10:30 a.m., (530) 573-3185, eldoradolibrary.org

Trail Stewardship Day

Various Locations, Truckee, 4-7 p.m., (530) 587-9400, tahoedonner.com

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

Rolling Chrome/Tahoe Thunder Car Show

Good Sam Safe Ride, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m., (530) 541-7300

Romano’s Certified Farmers’ Markets

Sierra Valley Farms, Beckwourth, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Ski Run Farmers Market

Ski Run Farmers Market, South Lake Tahoe, 3-8 p.m., skirunfarmersmarket.com

Cool Car Cruizen Fridays

Shops at Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, 5-8 p.m., theshopsatheavenly.com

Independence Day Celebration

Graeagle, CA, Graeagle, 10 p.m., graeagle.com

SATURDAY, JULY 1

Freedom Fest

Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 8 a.m., (800) 4030206, palisadestahoe.com

Rolling Chrome/Tahoe Thunder Car Show

Good Sam Safe Ride, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m., (530) 541-7300

Independence Day Celebration

Graeagle, CA, Graeagle, 10 a.m., graeagle.com

Baby Lapsit

Kings Beach Library, Kings Beach, 10:30 a.m., (530) 546-2021, placer.ca.gov/2093/Library

Guided Kayak Tours

Sugar Pine Point State Park, Tahoma, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 583-9911, sierrastateparks.org

Weekly Social Run & Hangout

Trout Creek Pocket Park, Truckee, 6 p.m., donnerpartymountainrunners.com

SUNDAY, JULY 2

Freedom Fest

Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 8 a.m., (800) 4030206, palisadestahoe.com

Rolling Chrome/Tahoe Thunder Car Show

Good Sam Safe Ride, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m., (530) 541-7300

Independence Day Celebration

Graeagle, CA, Graeagle, 10 a.m., graeagle.com

Blairsden Community Farmers Market

Blairsden Garden Center, Blairsden, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 836-2541, blairsdengardencenter.com

Guided Kayak Tours

Sugar Pine Point State Park, Tahoma, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 583-9911, sierrastateparks.org

MONDAY, JULY 3

Freedom Fest

Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 8 a.m., (800) 4030206, palisadestahoe.com

Crawl Space Baby and Toddler Program

South Lake Tahoe Library, South Lake Tahoe, 10 a.m., (530) 573-3185, eldoradolibrary.org

Full Moon Market

Tahoe Wine Collective, Tahoe City, 5 p.m., tahoewinecollective.com

Red, White and Wild Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 7-10 p.m., (844) 588-7625

TUESDAY, JULY 4

Run to the Beach

North Tahoe Regional Park, Tahoe Vista, 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., (530) 546-1019, bigblueadventure.com

Freedom Fest

Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 8 a.m., (800) 4030206, palisadestahoe.com

4th of July Parade and Firecracker 1-Mile Run

Truckee Events, Truckee, 8 a.m. to noon

Farmers Market

American Legion Hall parking lot, South Lake Tahoe, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., eldoradofarmersmarket.com

Truckee Tuesday Farmers Market

Truckee River Regional Park, Truckee, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., facebook.com/truckeecertifiedfarmersmarket

Kayak Tour

Thunderbird Lodge, Incline Village, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., (775) 832-8750, thunderbirdtahoe.org

Celebrating the Red, White & Big Blue Parade City of South Lake Tahoe, 9 a.m., cityofslt.us

Play and Learn Program

South Lake Tahoe Library, South Lake Tahoe, 9 a.m., (530) 573-3185, eldoradolibrary.org/hours-and-locations/#south-lake-tahoe

Truckee 4th of July Parade

Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce, Truckee, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., (530) 587-8808, truckee.com

Family Storytime

Incline Village Library, Incline Village, 10:30 a.m., (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us/libraries/ incline-village.php

Preschool Storytime

Kings Beach Library, Kings Beach, 10:30 a.m., (530) 546-2021, placer.ca.gov/2093/Library

Truckee’s 4th of July Community Party & Fireworks Show

Donner Lake West End Beach, Truckee, noon, (530) 582-7720, tdrpd.org

Tahoe City Independence Day Celebrations Commons Beach, Tahoe City, noon to 10 p.m., visittahoecity.org

Barton Performance Golf Series

Barton Health, South Lake Tahoe, 5:30-6:30 p.m., (530) 541-3420, bartonhealth.org/tahoe/home.aspx

Star Spangled Celebration

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 7:30-9:30 p.m., (844) 588-7625

Lights on the Lake Fireworks Display Visit Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 8 p.m., (800) 288-2463, visitlaketahoe.com

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

Meyers Mountain Market Farmers Market Tahoe Paradise Park , South Lake Tahoe, 3-7:30 p.m., (805) 857-4103, meyersmtnmarket.org

Wild Wednesdays

Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, South Lake Tahoe, 6-7 p.m., (530) 577-2273, ltwc.org

BOATING

Schedules subject to change. Check Lake Tahoe conditions | tahoe.ucdavis.edu/lake-conditions

BOAT INSPECTIONS

INTERSTATE AIS HOTLINE

(844) 311-4873

Inspections are required for Lake Tahoe, Echo Lakes, Fallen Leaf Lake, Donner Lake, area reservoirs, Lake of the Woods, Webber Lake and Lakes Basin waters.

LAKE TAHOE, FALLEN LEAF LAKE & ECHO LAKES

(888) 824-6267 | tahoeboatinspections.com | Inspections first-come, first-served. Appointments: (888) 824-6267

Inspections open 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. until Sept. 30.

NORTH SHORE | Alpine Meadows: Hwy. 89 at Alpine Meadows Rd.

EAST SHORE | Spooner Summit: Junction of Hwys. 28 & 50. No vessels more than 30’.

SOUTH SHORE | Meyers: At the junction of Hwys. 89 & 50.

DONNER LAKE

(530) 550-2323 | bit.ly/donner_boating

Current Lake Tahoe sticker applies to boats on Donner Lake (inspections at above stations). OR, self-inspection through Town of Truckee to obtain a no-fee sticker. Info at bit.ly/donner_boating.

RESERVOIRS, WEBBER LAKE, LAKE OF THE WOODS & LAKES BASIN WATERS

(888) 824-6267 | truckeeboatinspections.com

Mandatory self inspections are in place at Prosser, Boca, Jackson Meadows & Stampede reservoirs and all lakes in Sierra and Nevada counties. Forms available at ramps or online.

CALIFORNIA

BOATER CARD

CALIFORNIA REQUIRES BOAT OPERATORS TO PASS A MANDATORY BOAT SAFETY EDUCATION COURSE.

Everyone ages 50 years and younger who operate a boat must have the card; this includes non-residents. californiaboatercard.com

PUBLIC RAMPS

LAKE TAHOE

CAVE ROCK | E AST S HORE

(775) 831-0494 | Hwy. 50, East Shore

6 a.m.-8 p.m. until Oct. 1

EL DORADO BEACH | S OUTH S HORE

(530) 542-2981 | cityofslt.us

Hwy. 50 at Lakeview Ave., South Lake Tahoe

Friday-Monday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Closed July 4) Picnic area, restrooms.

LAKE FOREST | N ORTH S HORE

(530) 583-3796 | 1.5 miles east of Tahoe City, o Hwy. 28 Mon.-Thur. 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Fri.-Sun. 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

OBEXER’S | WEST SHORE

(530) 525-7962, x0 Hwy. 89, Homewood. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily

RACOON ST. BOAT LAUNCH | K INGS B EACH

(530) 546-9253

Hwy. 28, Bottom of Racoon St. in Kings Beach

Call for schedule. Restrooms.

SAND HARBOR | E AST S HORE

(775) 831-0494 | Hwy. 28, 2 miles south of Incline Village

6 a.m.-8 p.m. Parking lot open with limited parking for nonmotorized launch only. Picnic area, beach, Visitors’ Center, food, restrooms. Sealed boats only.

TAHOE VISTA REC. AREA

(530) 546-4212 | Hwy. 28, Bottom of National Ave. May 27-June 23: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 7 a.m.7 p.m. Starting June 24: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. Picnic area, beach, restrooms.

AREA LAKES

BOCA/STAMPEDE RSVR.

(530) 587-3558 I-80, Hirschdale exit 45 mph speed limit. No launching fee. Parking fee. Subject to closure during low water levels. Mandatory inspections.

DONNER LAKE

(530) 550-2318 I-80, Donner Lake exit 2 boat lanes, fish cleaning station, restrooms. Call for hours.

INDEPENDENCE LAKE

(775) 322-4990

Independence Lake Rd., 20 miles north of Truckee

Restricted to on-site watercraft: kayaks, tubes & small motor boats available on first-come, first-served basis. No outside craft. Call for schedule.

PROSSER RSVR.

(530) 587-3558 | Hwy. 89, 2 miles north of Truckee

10 mph speed limit strictly enforced. No fees for parking or launching. Mandatory inspections.

WEBBER LAKE

(530) 582-4711 | Henness Pass Rd., 26 mi. north of Truckee

5 mph speed limit. Boat ramp & trailer parking. Self inspection required. Sierra County Inspection form at sierracounty.ca.gov.

PUBLIC PIERS

Limited to loading & unloading. Fenced piers are private

DONNER LAKE

DONNER LAKE

37 public piers on north shore from the boat ramp east.

LAKE TAHOE GAR WOODS

Carnelian Bay

Access to restaurant, small beaches. Restrooms.

GROVE STREET

Center of Tahoe City

Open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Located east of Commons Beach. Restrooms at Commons Beach.

KASPIAN PICNIC AREA

West Shore

4 mi. south of Tahoe City. Picnic area, beach. Restrooms.

KINGS BEACH

Bottom of Racoon St.

Pier adjacent to town, public beach, picnic sites. Restrooms.

SKYLANDIA PARK

Lake Forest

Small beach, picnic facilities. Restrooms.

SUGAR PINE POINT

Tahoma

Hiking, Ehrman Mansion tours, nature trail. Restrooms.

EAST SHORE

FLUME TRAIL

Strenuous | 14 miles

There are several mountain biking trails o the Flume Trail, but if you follow the Flume Trail the whole way you will be rewarded with magnificent views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains. The Flume Trail rises 1,600’ above the East Shore of Lake Tahoe. At the end of the Flume Trail, there is a 3-mile, 1,600’ descent down to Tunnel Creek Station on Hwy. 28. It is a moderately di cult ride at 7,000’ to 8,000’ in elevation with more than 1,000’ of climbing and 4.5-miles of single track. It has several steep sections.

Shuttle available at Tunnel Creek Café o Hwy. 28 in Incline Village to Spooner Lake State Park. Shuttle info flumetrailtahoe.com. Parking fee.

ROSE TO SPOONER LAKE

MOUNT

Strenuous | 20 miles

The beginning of this beautiful section of the Tahoe Rim Trail is at 8,700’ above the Sheep Flats (aka Tahoe Meadows) on Mount Rose. The first part of the trail parallels the highway and then descends through the meadows and briefly joins the Ophir Creek trail. Look for Rim Trail signs, then after a quarter-mile up and to the right of the Ophir Creek trail (don’t stay on the Ophir Creek Trail). After a 300’ climb out of the meadows, you begin to contour your way to the Tunnel Creek road. At 9 miles, you will come to the Tunnel Creek Road. Follow it a half-mile with the Flume Trail on the right. Continue straight for an 800’ switchbacking climb. Near the top of the climb, consider taking the vista trail to the Sand Harbor overlook.

Once at the top, the trail winds down past the Marlette Peak campground to Hobart Road. The Rim Trail past this point is closed to bikes, so your only path back to Spooner is along this road to the right and down to Marlette Lake. A short, but tough climb leads out of the Marlette basin and then it is downhill back to Spooner Lake. Mind the speed on this descent due to heavy equestrian and hiking use. Shuttle info flumetrailtahoe.com. Parking fee.

MOUNT ROSE

SKY TAVERN

(775) 323-5125 | skytavern.org

The mountain bike park features downhill, climbing and dual slalom trails, designed as a series of progressive trails. Open sunrise to sunset spring to fall.

NORTH SHORE

INCLINE BIKE PARK

Incline Bike Project on Facebook Park terrain and features for all ages.

TAHOE XC

(530) 583-5475 | tahoexc.org

All levels | Varied terrain

Tahoe XC o ers marked mountain biking and hiking trails in the Burton Creek State Park area just north of Tahoe City. Trail access is free and the terrain is ideal for beginner and intermediate mountain bikers. Advanced riders can find challenging terrain on the Tahoe Rim Trail and around Mount Watson.

WESTERN STATES TRAIL

Strenuous | 11.6 miles RT

This is a challenging and exhilarating ride (sometimes referred to as Three Bridges Trail) that will a ord you a fun downhill swoop and beautiful mountain views. You can ride it either way, starting on either side of the Midway Bridge between Alpine Meadows and Olympic Valley o Hwy. 89.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

BIJOU BIKE PARK

bijoubikepark.org

The 5-acre park features pump tracks, BMX Track, striderfriendly pump track, jump lines and loop trail. Dawn-dusk.

CORRAL AREA TRAILS

tamba.org

All levels | Varied terrain

Corral area trails include Sidewinders, Cedar and Armstrong Connector. This area has a high density of trails for all ability levels and serves as the uno cial hub of mountain bike activity in the South Shore. Featuring log rides, jumps and rock rolls including the new jumps, berms, rollers and hips. The trails all run parallel to the Fountain Place paved road. These trails link to Armstong Trail, the Tahoe Rim Trail, Powerline, Railroad Grade and this is also where Toads ends. Trails may be closed during fire restoration work; check in advance.

KIRKWOOD (209) 258-7277 | kirkwood.com

The mountain bike park o ers a network of lift-accessed trails for all levels with 22 trails in the valley, and 12 accessed by the lift, with 11.5 miles of single track. The bike park features log rides, pump tracks and other terrain features.

MR. TOADS WILD RIDE

Moderate-Strenuous | 6.2 miles

Mr. Toad’s heads mostly downhill from the Tahoe Rim Trail with several options for making a loop. The upper section of this trail is much more technical than either section of the TRT and has many big drops and sections of nothing but rocks. There is also a huge stair step section that comes up on you quickly.

TRUCKEE COLDSTREAM

VALLEY

Easy to moderate | 6 miles RT

This loop o ers a mellow ride o ering views of the Sierra Crest, has nice flowers in the spring and circumnavigates a series of ponds. From Donner Pass Road, take Coldstream Road, which alternates pavement and dirt. After a short climb up the old terminal moraine of the glacier that once filled this valley, the valley opens up. Proceed on this road until you come to private property signs at the last pond, then turn left on the dirt road and return on the east side of the valley. Park outside the white gate on Coldstream.

DONNER SKI RANCH

(530) 426-9350 | facebook.com/donnerskiranch

O ering lift-accessed mountain biking on its trails with varied terrain and great views.

EMIGRANT TRAIL

Moderate | 15+ miles

O ers rolling, wide, single-track through high desert, winding through sagebrush, seasonally wet meadows and Je rey Pine forests. North of Truckee on Hwy. 89 to Donner Camp picnic area. If too wet, proceed 2.5 miles on Hwy. 89 to Prosser Creek Bridge pullout. 15 miles to Stampede, but can continue on to other areas.

NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA

(530) 562-2268 | northstarcalifornia.com

All levels | Varied terrain

Northstar’s Mountain Bike Park boasts more than 100 miles of trails for mountain biking including its signature trail, LiveWire, and the most extensive life-accessed trail network in the Western United States. The park features Skill Development Areas and terrain features including jumps, rails and bridges.

TRUCKEE PUMP TRACK/BMX truckeebikepark.org

The Park has the sweetest flow lines and the smoothest strider/pump track for all skills levels to progress along with beginner to advanced jump lines. Featuring a dual pump track, dirt jumps, flow lines, dual slalom track, xc trail, drop zone, medium slopestyle line and more. Open from sunrise to sunset. Helmets & brakes required.

WOODWARD TAHOE MOUNTAIN BIKE/BMX (530) 426-1114 | rideboreal.com

The Slabs lift-served bike park featuring flow lines with natural elements, granite rock and obstacles with berms, wall rides and jumps. And, visit The Trenches BMX park. All levels.

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PAVED PATHS&CYCLING ROUTES

E-bikes Ok | Trail maps at tahoebike.org

PAVED

MULTIUSE TRAILS

BIKE PATH RULES

• Keep dogs leashed

• Pedestrians must yield to bikes

• Don’t stop on the trail; move to the side

• E-bikes allowed on most paths; check in advance

• Cyclists call out when passing pedestrians

• Cyclists pass on the left

• Pack out all trash, including dog waste.

• Carry doggie bags.

EAST SHORE

EAST SHORE TRAIL

Easy-moderate | 6 miles (10km) RT | tahoefund.org

Runs along Lake Tahoe and connects to Hwy. 28 from south end of Incline Village, Nev., to Sand Harbor State Park. Parking near Ponderosa Ranch Road. Paid parking.

NORTH SHORE

Lakeshore Boulevard

Easy | 5 miles (8 km) RT | washoecounty.us

Runs along Lake Tahoe and connects to Hwy. 28 at each end of Incline Village. Park at Preston Field on Hwy. 28.

TAHOE CITY TO CARNELIAN BAY

Easy-moderate | 8+ miles (13+ km) RT | tcpud.org

First 2.5 miles mostly level with a half-mile climb up Dollar Hill. Cross Highway 28 to access 2.2-mile section to Fulton Crescent above Carnelian Bay. Public parking at 64 Acres, Commons Beach, Jackpine and Dollar Point.

TRUCKEE RIVER CANYON

Easy | 9+ miles (14.5+ km) RT | tcpud.org

4.5 miles from the Tahoe City wye to Alpine Meadows Road, with trails continuing to Olympic Valley. Connects with Olympic Valley Road or continue to Truckee. Public parking at 64 Acres and Olympic Valley Park at Olympic Valley Road.

VILLAGE BOULEVARD

Easy | 7.4 miles (12 km) RT | washoecounty.us

Bike path runs along Hwy. 28 through Incline Village. Access to shopping and parks. Park at Preston Field on Hwy. 28.

OLYMPIC VALLEY

OLYMPIC VALLEY

Easy | 4 miles (6 km) RT | tcpud.org

A 2-mile trail runs beside Olympic Valley Road to the ski area, with views of the meadow and surrounding peaks. Public parking at Olympic Valley Park or Village at Palisades Tahoe.

TRUCKEE

TRUCKEE LEGACY TRAIL

Easy | 6 miles (10 km) RT | tdrpd.org

Stretches from downtown Truckee to Truckee River Regional Park, River View Sports Park and Glenshire. Park at either park or East River Street.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

CAMP RICHARDSON BIKE PATH

Easy | 6 miles (10 km) RT

The trail parallels State Route 89 (Emerald Bay Road) for more than 3 miles, o ering access to a number of local historic and recreational amenities. Park at Taylor Creek, Baldwin or Pope beaches.

SOUTH SHORE BIKE PATH

Easy | 7 miles (11 km) RT | cityofslt.us

Follow the bike trail along South Shore, with sections along Lakeview Commons, Reagan Beach and playgrounds. Public parking at Parks and Recreation lot on Rufus Allen Blvd., Regan & El Dorado beaches & Bijou Community Park.

WEST SHORE

TAHOE CITY TO MEEKS BAY

Moderate | 25+ miles (40+ km) RT | tcpud.org

Mostly separate from the highway, the trail includes a few miles of highway shoulder and residential streets. Terrain is varied with a few steep sections. Access to picnicking, beaches and playgrounds. Public parking at 64 Acres.

CYCLING ROUTES

AROUND LAKE TAHOE

Strenuous | 72 (116 km) miles

This challenging route is a scenic trip around Lake Tahoe. A mix of flat spots, rolling hills and some steep climbs. Heavy tra c through South Lake Tahoe. Amazing views.

BARKER PASS

Moderate-strenuous | 10 miles (16 km) RT

Barker Pass is one of the most beautiful rides in Tahoe, if you don’t mind a little climbing with 5 miles and 1,700 vertical feet. Take Highway 89 south of Tahoe City to Barker Pass Road for about 4.2 miles. Look for the brown sign on the right for Blackwood Canyon/Kaspian, and shortly afterward you will see the Forest Service road.

HOPE VALLEY TO BLUE LAKES

Moderate | 28 miles (45 km) RT

You can explore the Highway 88 in either direction of Hope Valley, but 12-mile ride from the valley to Blue Lakes is a biker’s dream: smooth roads, doable climbs and spectacular alpine scenery with a lake at the end. Park at the intersection of Highways 88 and 89 and turn right. In 2 miles, turn onto Blue Lakes Road. The ride starts out mostly level until you pass the Hope Valley campground where it begins to steadily ascend before reaching the pass with a panoramic view of the area. Then descend for several miles to end at Blue lakes before the return trip.

INCLINE TO MOUNT ROSE SUMMIT

Strenuous | 16 miles (26 km) RT Ride about Lake Tahoe for panoramic views of the basin climbing to 8,900’ on the Mount Rose Highway out of Incline Village, Nev., to the Mount Rose Pass. While 8 miles of climbing is tough, it’s a fairly gentle grade. Just put it in your lowest gear and keep pedaling, followed by 8 miles of downhill at fast speeds with sandy bike lands. Keeping your speed under control is vital. Parking at Preston Field in Incline Village or start at the top and park at Tahoe Meadows or at the summit.

OLD 40 TO CISCO GROVE

Moderate-strenuous | 39 miles (63 km) RT

This route is one of the easiest to follow, and one of the best. It has it all the views, a good climb, a technical descent, a restaurant en route, Donner Lake and miles of lightly traveled roads. From downtown Truckee head west on Donner Pass Road until it ends in Cisco Grove.

After passing Donner Lake, you begin the long and challenging, but scenic, grind up the summit. This climb has a vertical rise of less than 1,000’. From the top of the summit, it is a rolling downhill along the Yuba River all the way to Cisco Grove. The descent down to Donner Lake is a tech-nical one. Watch your speed, and make sure your brakes work. Parking at West End Beach and boat ramp.

TRANSIT

North Shore & Truckee: laketahoetransit.com | South Tahoe: tahoetransportation.org

ROAD CONDITIONS

California: roads.dot.ca.gov, (800) 427-7623 | Nevada: nvroads.com, (877) 687-6237 or 511

TRUCKEE – Tuesdays, 8am -1pm TAHOE CITY – Thursdays, 8am-1pm

MOUNTAIN MARKET –Wednesdays, 3 -7:30pm STEAKS

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THE MOUNTAINS ARE CALLING

FESTIVALS & FAMILY FUN

THEATER & PERFORMING ARTS ARTS & CULTURE

LIVE MUSIC

Free outdoor summer concerts

Ongoing | Area venues

Enjoy the summer with one of Tahoe’s free summer concert series: Tuesdays features Bluesdays in the Village at Palisade Tahoe; Wednesdays there’s Music in the Park at Truckee River Regional Park; Thursdays offer Truckee Thursdays and Live at Lakeview in South Lake Tahoe; Fridays go to Music on the Beach in Kings Beach or SunSet Live Series at the Village at Palisades Tahoe; Saturday and Sundays there are Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series; and on Sundays Tahoe City offers Concerts at Commons Beach. Markleeville, Valhalla, Marie Sluchak Park and Tahoe Paradise Park host free summer series on select dates this summer. Read the full Free Summer Concerts lineup at TheTahoeWeekly.com/live.

Music in the Mountains Summerfest

Until June 29 | Area venues | Grass Valley

Music in the Mountains offers two weeks of exploring great classical music through discussions, activities, workshops and concerts. | musicinthemountains.org

Lazy 5 Summer Series

June 21-Aug. 16 | Lazy 5 Regional Park | Sparks, Nev.

Enjoy free concerts at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Food trucks and mobile pub at every show. Bring a blanket, low-back chairs and good vibes. | Lazy 5 Regional Park on Facebook

Lake Tahoe Is for Lovers Festival

June 24 | Harveys Outdoor Arena | Stateline, Nev.

Hawthorne Heights presents this music festival featuring Jimmy Eat World, Yellowcard, Bayside and more. | apeconcerts.com

Truckee Reggae Fest

June 24 | Truckee River Regional Park | Truckee

This reggae music festival features some of the biggest legends from around the world including Julian Marley and the Uprising, Mykal Rose and Mighty Mystic. Expect also live art, DJs and local food and drinks. | truckeereggaefest.com

Levitt AMP Summer Music Series

June 24-Aug. 19 | Brewery Art Center | Carson City, Nev.

Enjoy 10 free family friendly concerts at the Brewery Arts Center with regional bands performing a variety of genres. | breweryarts.org

Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys

June 24-Sept. 1 | Harveys Lake Tahoe | Stateline, Nev.

Harvey hosts some of the biggest headliners in the region at an outdoor venue overlooking Lake Tahoe. Concerts include Old Dominion, Sammy Hagar, Foo Fighters and continue through the summer, ending with Darius Rucker and Kane Brown. | apeconcerts.com

L ake Tahoe Reggae Festival | Dan Wallisch

Photo: Ryan Salm

June 16 Coburn Station

June 23 Peter Joseph Burtt & The King Tide

June 30 Pipe Down

July 7 Broken Compass Bluegrass

July 14 Buddy Emmer Blues Band

July 21 Pacific Vibration

July 28 Blü Egyptian

Aug 4 Sang Matiz

Aug 18 The Sam Chase & the Untraditional

Aug 25 Jelly Bread

Sept 1 GrooveSession

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White Sulphur Springs Ranch Summerfest

June 25 | Clio

The 13th Annual Outdoor Concert featuring Matt Axton and Badmoon is from 3 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy Big Western BBQ, two auctions and house tours. | whitesulphurspringsranch.com

High Sierra Music Festival

June 29-July 2 | Plumas-Eureka County Fairgrounds | Quincy

High Sierra Music Festival, celebrating 31 years, offers a massive lineup including Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, Thievery Corporation, Marcus King, Moe and more. | highsierramusic.com

Latitude 39

June 30 | McIver Rodeo Arena | Truckee

This mountain music experience will feature Joe Nichols, Mark Mackay with special guest CJ Solar, the Cripple Creek Band and Everyday Outlaw. | latitude39truckee.org

Tahoe Live

July 1-2 | Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

Close out this historic ski and snowboard season at Palisades Tahoe on July 1 and 2 with Surf Mesa, Forester and more at the base of Alpine Meadows. | Tahoe Live on Facebook

Summer Concerts on the Green

July 1-2 | Tahoe Donner Driving Range | Tahoe Donner

Step back a couple decades and enjoy two nights of classic rock by four tribute bands. This year brings Down the Rabbit Hole, Super Diamond, Buddy Emmer Blues Band and Neon Velvet. | tahoedonner.com

ARTown Classical Guitar Concert

July 1, 15 | Reno Buddhist Center | Reno, Nev.

ARTown merged with Sierra Nevada Guitar and Classical Gala West to host annual guitar concerts during the month-long event. Eric Wang, a classical guitar wunderkind, makes his first appearance in Reno on July 1 and Lawrence Smith and Friends on July 15. | cgwest.org

Bentley Family Concert Series

July 7, Aug. 4, 25 | Minden Park Gazebo | Minden, Nev.

Concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. are free due to the generous contributions of local businesses and organizations. | douglascountynv.gov

Coyote Bluff Music Festival

July 8 | TBA

This benefit concert for Sierra Community House features The Tree Tones Jazz Ensemble, Makata Marimba, Fresh Trax, open mic opportunities and more. Location TBA. | facebook.com/coyotebluffmusicfestival

Pops on the River

July 8 | Glow Plaza Festival Grounds | Reno, Nev.

Don’t miss Reno Philharmonic Orchestra’s homage to The Music of Motown as the orchestra performs hits by Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, The Temptations, Diana Ross and more. | renophil.org

Music in the Castle

July 8, 28, 29 | Vikingsholm

Enjoy a twilight reception in the Vikingsholm courtyard with live music, wine bar and hors d’oeuvres. | sierrastateparks.org

Genoa Concerts on the Green

July 9, Aug. 13, Sept.10 | Genoa Park | Genoa, Nev.

Gather in the Genoa Park on the green grass with a blanket and picnic dinner to listen to music, starting at 5 p.m. | genoanevada.org

Classical Tahoe

July 9-Aug. 17 | UNR, Lake Tahoe | Incline Village, Nev.

Classical Tahoe features performances from some of the nation’s best classical musicians. It starts with a three-day Brubeck Jazz Summit, continues with selections from Classical Tahoe Orchestra, a Family Concert & Music Maker Faire and concludes with the Summer Gala at a lakeshore estate. | classicaltahoe.org

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Showcase Series

July 10-Aug. 22 | Sand Harbor State Park | Incline Village, Nev.

Mondays feature music from classical to jazz and pop. The lineup includes Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, Pablo Cruise and the Reno Jazz Orchestra featuring Tom Scott. | laketahoeshakespeare.com

California WorldFest

July 13-16 | Nevada County Fairgrounds | Grass Valley

The lineup includes Angelique Kidjo, Kabaka Pyramid, Zap Mama, Ozomatli and more bands performing on eight stages. | worldfest.net

Gambler’s Run Music Festival

July 14-16 | Crystal Bay Casino | Crystal Bay, Nev.

Crystal Bay Casino presents the inaugural Gambler’s Run Music Festival featuring three days of music, mountains, gambling and more. Headliners include three nights of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Shovels & Ropes, Sunsquabi, Big Sam’s Funky Nation and late-night after parties. | crystalbaycasino.com

Night in the Country

July 20-22 | Yerington, Nev.

The legendary Night in the Country is one the biggest country music festivals in Nevada with three days of camping and country music. Big & Rich, Hardy, Ian Munsick and 49 Winchester are some of the artists performing this year. | nightinthecountrynv.org

TJ Corral’s Outdoor Concert Series

July 21, 29, Aug. 25 | Carson Valley Inn | Minden, Nev.

This summer TJ’s Corral is back hosting a stellar lineup: Scott McCreery and Trace Adkins in July and Randy Houser in August. | carsonvalleyinn.com

Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival

July 22-23 | Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

The impressive lineup for the sixth annual event includes Rebelution, Tribal Seeds, Stick Figure and Pepper at this all-ages event. | laketahoereggaefest.com

Bass Camp Festival VI

July 28-30 | Wingfield Park | Reno, Nev.

Bass Camp offers an afternoon and evening of headliners such as Deadmau5, Madeon, A-Trak and more in six venues. | basscampfest.com

Hot House: One Night at the Savoy Ballroom

July 29 | K Resort | Reno, Nev.

Reno Jazz Orchestra offers a swinging, jump-jiving stage show with the big-band music of the 1930s at the world-famous Savoy Ballroom. Experience the Lindy and Jitterbug, driven by the big, bold swing of Goodman, Basie, Webb and others. | renojazzorchestra.org

BIG BLUEgrass Benefit Concert

Aug. 4 | Sugar Pine Point State Park | Tahoma

Jam with family and friends to professional live bluegrass bands that will get you on your feet, dancing and singing along. Tasty food vendors, beer and wine are available for purchase. | sierrastateparks.org

Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival

Aug. 11-21 | area venues | Reno, Carson City, Nev.

Mile High Jazz Band Association presents this annual summer festival that spans 11 days and features local performers. The event ends the series on Count Basie’s birthday at the Nevada’s Governor’s Mansion. | jazzcarsoncity.com

Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Festival

Aug. 24-27 | Bowers Mansion | New Washoe City, Nev.

Enjoy bluegrass music from The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, Carolyn Sills Combo, One Button Suit and The Bowties. Enjoy barbecue dinner, dancing the Virginia Reel and a gospel show on the last day. | nnba.org

THE MOUNTAINS ARE CALLING

Adventure Sports Week

Until June 25 | Area venues | North Lake Tahoe

Adventure Sports Week Tahoe is a 10-day event featuring human-powered sports, music, film and fun for all. Trail running, triathlon, mountain biking, stand-up paddleboarding and other competitive events to choose from. Concerts, films, clinics, gear demos and more. | adventuresportsweek.com

Big Blue Adventure Race Series

Until Sept. 7 (select dates) | Truckee/Tahoe area venues

Big Blue Adventure offers a cornucopia of Lake Tahoe and Truckee endurance events in triathlons, running, biking, swimming, adventure racing and paddling. The summer events include open water events in Lake Tahoe and Donner Lake and Emerald Bay Trail Run in September. | bigblueadventure.com

JOIN US FOR THE

Alta Alpina Challenge

June 24 | Turtle Rock Park | Markleeville

The Alta Alpina Challenge is a personalized event. Every rider bib is personalized based on his or her choice of ride. Riders collect special pass stickers on the bib. | altaalpina.org

Kick for a Cause

June 24 | Shadow Mountain Complex | Sparks, Nev.

The third annual Kick for a Cause is a kickball tournament to benefit children living with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities and to help families with necessary resources. | kickforacause.info

Truckee Tahoe Gravel Race | Bike Monkey

Western State 100-Mile Endurance Run

June 24-25 | Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

The Western States 100 Mile Endurance run is the world’s oldest 100-mile trail race. Following the historic Western States Trail, runners climb more than 18,000 feet and descend nearly 23,000 feet before they reach the finish line at Placer High School in Auburn. | wser.org

Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival

June 24-25 | Tahoe Paradise Park | Meyers

The 11th annual Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival is a two-day event full of pedaling and community celebration. The main festival is on June 25 from 12 to 6 p.m. It is a free, family-friendly party with music, beverages, food, a raffle and local vendors. For riders: there’s a Bike Demo at Corral Trail on June 24 and a registered Bike Ride on June 25. | tamba.org

Truckee Tahoe Gravel

July 1 | Riverview Sports Park | Truckee

The event features three scenic and challenging routes. This year, participants can register for a 19-mile easy route, 55-mile moderate or 76-Mile hard route. All courses start and end on the grass at Riverview Sports Park. | truckeegravel.com

Run to the Beach

July 4 | North Tahoe Regional Park | Tahoe Vista

Run, walk or stroll the 5k or 10k course. Starting at the North Tahoe Regional Park, the courses offer scenic and fun trails. The finish is on the beach at Tahoe Vista Recreation Area. | ultrasignup.com

Ragnar Trail Tahoe

July 7-8 | Sugar Bowl Resort | Norden

Teams of eight will test their limits on three amazing trails through Sugar Bowl surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Relay style, they’ll divide and conquer, taking turns running three trails that vary in difficulty, until they’ve conquered each individually and collectively as a team. | sugarbowl.com

USA BMX: BlackJack Nationals

July 7-9 | Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center | Sparks, Nev.

The racing excitement starts on July 7 at 1:30 p.m. and continues all day on July 8 and 9. | usabmx.com

Truckee Hula Bowl

July 8-9 | Truckee River Regional Park | Truckee

This disc golf tournament will offer two rounds on July 8 with shotgun starts and a third round on July 9, also with a shotgun start. | discgolfscene.com

Downieville Classic Mountain Bike Race

July 13-16 | Sierra Crest | Downieville

Race or ride the epic cross country to the Sierra Crest and back to town or take in a double dose with 15 miles of the Downieville Downhill in the All Mountain World Championships. Or just come to enjoy the bike festival for the weekend. | sierratrails.org

Death Ride: Tour of the California Alps

July 15 | Turtle Rock Park | Markleeville

The 103-mile course begins at 5 a.m. and covers both sides of three mountain passes: Monitor Pass, Ebbetts Pass and the Pacific Grade. The full course is not for the faint at heart. | deathride.com

Tahoe Rim Trail 100-Mile Endurance Run

July 15-16 | Western Nevada College | Carson City, Nev.

Tahoe Rim Trail 100-Mile Endurance Run is one of the absolute best ultra runs in the country. This race will be run on single-track trails and dirt roads within Spooner State Park and on the Tahoe Rim Trail located within the state park and on National Forest land all at or above 8,000 feet of elevation. | trter.com

Palisades Mountain Run

July 22 | Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

For the past 41 years, runners and hikers have made the annual pilgrimage to the top of Palisades for this event with stunning views of Lake Tahoe. The course climbs 3.6 miles up Mountain Run to High Camp where awards, raffle, music, refreshments and beer are provided. | farwestnordic.org

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Tahoe Paddle Race Series

July 24, Aug. 28, Sept. 19 | Area venues

Tahoe Paddle Race series celebrates its 14th anniversary with three events on Lake Tahoe. The series offers both the recreational paddler and the race enthusiast an opportunity to participate in SUP, prone paddleboard or OC1 class races and ends with the Tahoe Cup Lake Crossing. | tahoepaddleracing.com

Tahoe Pro/Am

July 29-30 | Bijou Community Park | South Lake Tahoe

South Tahoe Disc Golf Association presents the 29th Annual Tahoe Pro/Am No.4 of the 2023 Sierra Tahoe Series. | discgolfscene.com

B4BC’s Skate the Lake

Aug. 5-6 | area venues | North Lake Tahoe

Boarding for Breast Cancer’s Skate The Lake is a 28-mile skate/bike/roll starting at Sugar Pine Point State Park to Palisades Tahoe and ending at Common’s Beach. B4BC welcomes anyone on wheels of all ages and abilities to join this push for prevention to raise funds for B4BC’s education, prevention and survivorship programs. | b4bc.org

Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival

Aug. 12-13 | Kings Beach State Recreation Area | Kings Beach

Celebrate stand-up paddleboarding with two days of paddle clinics, yoga, races and fun on the beach. | tahoenalu.com

Downieville Mountain Epic

Aug. 18-20 | Pack Saddle Campground | Downieville

Help Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship on a fun-filled weekend of trail work, camping, barbecues and beer. | RSVP sierratrails.org

Northstar Enduro

Aug. 19-20 | Northstar California | Truckee

This world-class enduro event is for anyone, amateur to pro, on Northstar California’s Bike Park terrain. Racers can expect steep, loose, rocky, challenging, technical terrain, consisting of Blue, Black and Double-Black terrain. | californiaenduroseries.com

Truckee Tahoe Throwdown

Aug. 19-20 | area venues

There will be two rounds in this disc golf tournament; the first round is in Truckee at Sierra College on Aug. 19 and the second round is in Tahoe Vista on Aug. 20. Both rounds are 18 holes. | discgolfscene.com

Flat Track Race

Aug. 25-26 | Fuji Park | Carson City, Nev.

Professional racing in Carson City with the famed Police vs. Fire Challenge Race, bar-bangin’ Pro Riders and some Crazy 110’s play cat and mouse with the young guns. | racenv.com

Adventure Van Expo

Sept. 16-17 | Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

This gathering for adventurers of all sorts will showcase a variety of custom and stock adventure vehicles, camping tents and gear. There will be van builds, open house vans and 4-wheel campers and more with solar talks, demonstrations and food and beer. | adventurevanexpo.com

FESTIVALS & FAMILY FUN

Reno Rodeo

Until June 24 | Area venues | Reno, Nev.

The annual Reno Rodeo combines professional and amateur bull riding with Western-themed fun and activities. From mutton bustin’ to barrel racing, live music and good eats, get ready to celebrate the Wild West. | renorodeo.com

Cool Car Cruizen Fridays

Until Oct. 15 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe

All cool vehicles are welcome every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. | goodsamsaferide. com

Wildlife Wednesdays

June 21-Aug. 30 | Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care | South Lake Tahoe

Every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. guest speakers discuss a specific animal, from woodpeckers to wolves, bears to beavers at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care. | ltwc.org

Truckee Thursdays

June 22-Aug. 10 | Downtown | Truckee

Truckee Downtown Merchants Association presents Truckee Thursdays, part street fair and part block party, in historic downtown. Hobnob with locals, meet visitors and join in the fun — live music, activity booths, local vendors and food trucks — every Thursday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | truckeethursdays.com

Movies in the Park

June 23, July 14, 28, Aug. 11 | Heritage Park | Gardnerville, Nev.

Gather around with popcorn and a blanket for family-friendly movies that start after the sun sets behind the park — around 8 p.m. | townofgardnerville.com

Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival

June 24 | Truckee Tahoe Airport | Truckee

Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival is known as one of the region’s most family-friendly events with free parking and free admission. Experience a breathtaking and world-class air show with aerobatic performers. Visit the Grocery Outlet STEM Expo, the Family Festival, free rides for kids by EAA Young Eagle’s pilot volunteers, displays, vendors and more. Tahoe Weekly is a sponsor. | truckeetahoeairshow.com

Native Species and Lake Tahoe Bird festivals

June 24-25 | Taylor Creek Visitor Center | South Lake Tahoe

Tahoe Institute for Natural Science presents two family-friendly days to learn about bird research on June 24 and native species of the area on June 25. Attend walks with experts, visit educational booths and more. | tinsweb.org

Danberg Summer Festival

June 24-Sept. 15 (select dates) | Danberg Home Ranch Historic Park | Minden, Nev.

The Dangberg Home Ranch was founded in 1857 when German immigrant Heinrich Friedrich Dangberg started a new life in Carson Valley. Now it’s a day-use park that hosts the summer festival that includes art collections, Chautauquas and concerts. | dangberg.org

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Truckee Tahoe Air Show | Clark Cook Photography

Historic Train Rides

June 24-Oct. 27 (select dates) | Eastgate Depot | Carson City, Nev.

Nevada’s rich history is told on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This all-day train excursion includes a 3.5hout stop in Virginia City. | vtrailway.com

Movies on the Beach

June 28-Aug. 16 (no movie July 5) | Commons Beach | Tahoe City

Enjoy summer evenings at Tahoe City’s Commons Beach. Bring low-back chairs, blankets, sleeping bags and a flashlight. Family-friendly movies play at dusk on Wednesday nights from 6 to 11 p.m. | tcpud.org

4th of July celebrations

July 1-7 | Area venues

The Tahoe Sierra knows how to put on a party, and the 4th of July is no different with festivities starting on July 1, fireworks and drone shows throughout the area on July 2, 3 and 4, and patriotic concerts. Details in this edition and at TheTahoeWeekly.com

Car, Truck and Motorcycle Shows

July 1-Sept. 18 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe

Good Samaritan Safe Ride offers eight different car, truck and motorcycle shows throughout the summer, from Rolling Chrome/Tahoe Thunder to Hot Tahoe Cruisin’ and celebrity invitational. | goodsamsaferide.com

Truckee River Railroad

July 1-Sept. 30 (select days) | Truckee River Regional Park | Truckee

From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Truckee River Railroad will offer rides on its 7.5-foot gauge railroad for kids and adults. The railroad runs around the children’s playground area in the park. | tdrrs.org

Family Fun Fridays

July 7-28 | Mills Park | Carson City, Nev.

On Fridays in July enjoy Movies in the Park along with Food Truck Fridays from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Bring chairs and blankets for the movie. | visitcarsoncity.com

Silver Age Comic Con

July 8 | Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Reno, Nev.

Silver Age Comic Con is a one-day pop culture and comic convention. It is fun for all ages and a celebration of comic books, movies, fantasy and sci-fi, superheroes, collectibles and more. | silveragecomiccon.com

BioBlitz 2023

July 8-9 | Sagehen Creek Field Station | Truckee

Join Tahoe Institute for Natural Science naturalists to look for birds, mammals, insects, spiders and wildflowers. No experience necessary. All ages. | tinsweb.org

American Century Championship

July 12-16 | Edgewood Tahoe

The 34th annual American Century Championship, celebrity golf’s most prominent tournament of sports and entertainment superstars, returns to Edgewood. Spectators can watch the action up close. | americancenturychampionship.com

Reno Basque Festival

July 15 | Neil Road Rec Center | Reno, Nev.

The Basque culture is a big part of Reno’s history and tradition. Celebrate Basque heritage with traditional food, music, dancing and activities. | renobasqueclub.org

Gold Discovery Days

July 15-16 | Plumas-Eureka State Park | Johnsville

Take advantage of this fun-filled family weekend at this historic state park for an opportunity to step back in time. Get a taste of what mining life was like from the 1851 discovery of gold on Eureka Peak, through the 1890s. Educational activities, music food and period costumes. | plumas-eureka.org

Barracuda Championship

July 20-23 | Old Greenwood | Truckee

Get ready for the greatest lip-smacking, golf-clapping, summer-loving event in the region. The Barracuda Championship combines amazing golf with savory outdoor grilling as PGA Tour professionals tee up in Truckee. | barracudachampionship.com

Northern Nevada Pride

July 22 | Fourth & Virginia streets | Reno, Nev.

Show your pride and celebrate the diversity of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community in Reno. The day begins with a commUNITY parade that ends at the festival in Wingfield Park. | northernnevadapride.org

Road to Reno

July 26-29 | Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center | Sparks, Nev.

One of the world’s fastest-growing equine sports, cutting offers excitement and drama for horse, rider and spectators alike. The challenge: to select a single calf from the herd and gently guide it into the center of the arena – and prevent it from escaping. | pccha.com

Plumas-Sierra County Fair

July 27-30 | Plumas County Fairgrounds | Quincy

Star and Stipes and Summer Nights is the theme of this year’s county fair. The fair will be filled with food, fun, exhibits, music and more. | plumas-sierracountyfair.net

Hot August Nights

July 28-29, Aug. 1-6 | Virginia City & Reno/Sparks

The streets of Virginia City, Reno and Sparks vibrate with the sound of muffled rumbles of rebuilt engines, rays of sunlight glinting off the polished chrome and heavy scents of Dapper Dan hair pomade filling the air. The event includes show ‘n’ shines, classic cruises, poker walks and live entertainment. | hotaugustnights.net

2023 MAG Auctions

Aug. 3-5 | Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Reno, Nev.

Motorsport Auction Group is a collector car auction featuring muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, vintage cars and leading automobile products. This is a great event for car enthusiasts looking to buy or sell. | motorsportauctiongroup.com

Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance

Aug. 11-12 | Obexer’s Boat Company | Homewood

This year’s 49th annual Concours will again be staged at the historic Obexer’s Boat Company in Homewood with the two-day show open to the public. | laketahoeconcours.com

REACH THE PEAK OF FUN

Experience summer’s offi cial playground. Hike, bike, zipline, shop and dine your way through the mountainside adventures of North Lake Tahoe.

Pine Lodge 120th Birthday

Aug. 12 | Sugar Pine Point State Park | Truckee

Hellman-Ehrman Mansion aka Pine Lodge is turning 120 this summer and Sierra State Parks Foundation is hosting a celebration with children’s activities, a historic car showcase, fashions of the era and a cake cutting. | sierrastateparks.org

Gatsby Tea & Vintage Fashion Show

Aug. 12-13 | Tallac Historic Site & Valhalla Tahoe | South Lake Tahoe

The Gatsby Tea and Vintage Fashion Show returns in partnership with Great Basin Institute, to host the Gatsby Festival at the Pope and Baldwin estates on Aug. 12 and 13. Come to the Valhalla Grand Lawn on Aug. 13 at 2 p.m. for sweet treats, tea and champagne to toast the end of prohibition. | valhallatahoe.showare.com

Northern Nevada International Dragon Boat Festival

Aug. 19 | Sparks Marina | Sparks, Nev.

Celebrate ancient Chinese culture, sport and the natural wonders of the Reno-Sparks region. Dragon boats are 40-foot human-powered canoes decorated with ornate Chinese dragon heads and tails. | mldb.gwnevents.com

Water Lantern Festival

Aug. 19 | Sparks Marina | Spark, Nev.

The gates open at 5 p.m. Enjoy food trucks, music and activities. Design your lantern from 8 to 9 p.m. for the launch at 9 p.m. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. | waterlanternfestival.com

Virginia City Roundup Motorcycle Rodeo

Aug. 25-26 | Arena & Fairgrounds | Virginia City, Nev.

Chopper Magazine’s Virginia City Roundup Motorcycle Rodeo is a combination as crazy as it sounds. This event brings a weekend of a wild ruckus to Comstock, featuring a live concert, a custom motorcycle show and an amateur rodeo with bulls, broncs and more. | visitvirginiacitynv.com

Truckee Professional Rodeo

Aug. 25-26 | McIver Arena | Truckee

See barrel racing, mutton busting and bull riding at the annual Truckee Professional Rodeo. The event includes an arena dance with live music. | truckeerodeo.org

Championship & Last Chance Arabian Horse Show

Aug. 27 | Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center

The family will enjoy watching this equine competition featuring the magnificent, versatile and beautiful Arabian horse. The event showcases Western riding, English and Native costume rides. | arabianhorses3.org

Numaga Indian Days Powwow

Sept. 1-3 | Hungry Valley Reservation | Hungry Valley, Nev.

This nationally acclaimed Powwow features Native American dancers, singers and drummers along with traditional foods and crafts. | RSIC Powwow on Facebook

Heritage Civil War Days and Battle Trains

Sept. 2-3 | C Street | Virginia City, Nev.

Reenactors battle out scenes on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad and in the middle of C Street as part of the Labor Day Parade. Attendees are encouraged to dress in Victorian clothing and join the ladies for High Tea or ride on an evening champagne train and see a battle from the comfort of your seat. | visitvirginiacitynv.com

International Camel & Ostrich Races

Sept. 8-10 | Area venues | Virginia City, Nev.

It all started with a tall tale from an Old West newspaperman and the legends lives one. Come and see these extraordinary animals race. Each day, races start at High Noon and gates open at 10 a.m. | visitvirginiacitynv.com

The Great Reno Balloon Race

Sept. 8-10 | Rancho San Rafael Regional Park | Reno, Nev.

The Great Reno Balloon Race is the largest free hot-air ballooning event in the world. During three days in early September, enjoy a rainbow of hot air balloons soaring over Reno. | renoballoon.com

Douglas County Rodeo & Concert

Sept. 8-9 | Douglas County Fairgrounds | Gardnerville, Nev.

The 2023 Douglas County Rodeo will feature extreme bronc, team roping, barrel racing, all the rodeo excitement along with food trucks, bounce houses and more. The concerts will include Josh Abbott Band, Easton Corbin, Jake Jacobson and Colton Jesse & The Hooligans. | douglascountynvrodeo.com

Impalas Reno Super

Show

Sept. 9 | Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Reno, Nev.

According to Impalas Magazine, this event is the Best of the West Lowrider Tour. Children aged 10 and younger enter free with a paid adult. | impalasmagazine.com

STIHL National Championship Air Races

Sept. 13-17 | Reno Stead Airport | Reno, Nev.

Held every September north of Reno, the air races have become an institution for Northern Nevada and aviation enthusiasts from around the world. The event features seven racing classes, a large display of static aircraft with military and civil flight demonstrations. | airrace.org

Snaffle Bit Futurity

Sept. 13-17 | Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center | Reno, Nev.

This is a showcase for the Spanish vaquero’s horse-training methods dating back to the early American West. The competition is a family-friendly sports event for all horse enthusiasts. | renosnafflebitfuturity.com

2023 Sassabration: Pride Parade

Sept. 16 | Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint | Carson City, Nev.

Join the fun group of pirate ships, art cars, bicycles and walkers down Carson Street to the event where food, music and vendors await. Adam Whitney, as Bea Arthur, is the Grand Marshal leading the sassy parade. Costumes are highly encouraged. | sassabration.com

Family Farm Festival

Sept. 17 | KidZone Museum | Truckee

KidZone Museum hosts the Family Farm Festival with face painting, art and crafts, a petting zoo, bulb planting, bilingual singalongs and play in the museum. Truckee Donner Railroad Society will have activities, as well. | kidzonemuseum.org

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THEATER & PERFORMING ARTS

“Kinky Boots”

Until July 17 (select dates) | Brüka Theatre | Reno, Nev.

Brüka Theatre puts the kink in the boots in this two-act musical that follows Charlie Price, who takes over the struggling shoe-making factory from his father. He discovers an unlikely hero in Lola, a drag performer. | bruka.org

Cabaret Le Cirque

Until July 31 | Eldorado Resort Casino | Reno, Nev.

Cabaret Le Cirque is a mischievous twist of burlesque and vaudeville, combining stunning show dancers with jaw-dropping circus acrobatics. Shows available Tuesday through Sunday. Show times vary. | caesars.com

Fever Dream: A Rock Burlesque Experience

Until Aug. 26 | Hard Rock Lake Tahoe | Stateline, Nev.

Fever Dream is an erotic mixture of classic and modern rock ‘n’ roll songs, seductive dancers and risqué aerialists. | hardrockcasinolaketahoe.com

“Step Up and Dance!”

June 17 | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev.

Core Connection Dance Company’s annual dance recital showcases talented young dancers of all ages in all styles of dance. | pioneercenter.com

Out of this World

June 21 | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev.

This exciting show will include students of all ages as well as their award-winning competition team. | pioneercenter.com

Disney in Concert

June 24 | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev.

Reno Philharmonic Orchestra presents Disney’s “A Dream is a Wish,” featuring four Broadway caliber vocalists and clips from iconic Disney movies. Be enchanted and enjoy your favorite Disney songs in a whole new way. | renophil.com

Tahoe Improv Comedy Players

June 27, July 18, Aug. 8 | Valhalla Boathouse | South Lake Tahoe

Tahoe Improv Comedy Players celebrate their 30th anniversary with a return to their roots. Each show will have special guests from community organizations to play the games with the Improv Players. The second half of the show will turn audience suggestions into hilarious scenes made up on the spot. | valhallatahoe.com

“Seussical: The Musical”

June 30-July 30 (select dates) | Reno Little Theater | Reno, Nev.

The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. | renolittletheater.org

L ake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival | Jen Schmidt Photography

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival

June 30-Aug. 20 | Sand Harbor State Park | Incline Village, Nev.

This season the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents “Little Shop of Horrors,” along with the Monday Night Showcase Series featuring live music and dance performances each week. | laketahoeshakespeare.com

Dancing in the Street

July 6 | Midtown | Reno, Nev.

Explore seven outdoor music venues throughout midtown. Each stage will feature back-to-back performances representing a unique genre of live music ranging from funk fusion, Latino, folk rock, country, EDM dance, pop and Motown. Catch street performers, flash mobs, dance lessons, food trucks and more. | renomidtown.com

“Men on Boats”

July 6-15 (select dates) | Valhalla Boathouse | South Lake Tahoe

Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. “Men On Boats” is the true-ish history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of foolhardy yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. | valhallatahoe. showare.com

Dancing at Bartley

July 7 | Bartley Ranch | Reno, Nev.

The show features brand-new, short, choreographed works by local and out-ofstate dance artists. Audience members will have the opportunity of hearing about the creative process that each individual choreographic artist practices and then be entertained by the dancers of Sierra Nevada Ballet. | sierranevadaballet.org

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

July 10 | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev.

Bored Teachers presents the funniest teacher-comedians in the world all on one stage. Their hilarious skits have amassed hundreds of millions of views on the Internet: “We Can’t Make This Stuff Up.” | pioneercenter.com

“Vortex”

July 14-15 | Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater | Reno, Nev.

A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents the ballet that rocks featuring passionate rock, dance and alternative music. | avaballet.com

“The Last Unicorn”

July 22, 24, Aug. 5 | Area venues

Based on the novel by Peter S. Beagle, this original full-length ballet to the music of Franz Lizt follows the last unicorn left on earth who journeys far to save the rest of her race. | sierranevadaballet.org

Lake Tahoe Dance Festival

July 26-29 | Area venues

Lake Tahoe Dance Collective brings the top performers in the world to three locations this year: Gatekeeper’s Museum in Tahoe City, the lakefront in Incline Village, Nev., and West End Beach in Truckee Audience participatory demonstrations and meet-the-artist talks help further the collaboration between artists. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | laketahoedancecollective.org

“Coppélia”

Sept. 16-17 | Pioneer Center | Reno, Nev.

The fall gala season for A.V.A. Ballet opens with the classic ballet “Coppélia,” featuring the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra. This is the story of a doll created by Doctor Coppelius to be his companion and he secretly dreams of discovering a way of bringing her to life. | avaballet.com

ARTS & CULTURE

Artists in Residence

June 21-Oct. 23 Tallac Historic Site | South Lake Tahoe

Great Basin Institute presents three artists this summer: Julia Schwardon Marianelli (until July 8), Pam McKnight (July 13-Sept. 3) and Kristen Holden (Sept. 3-Oct. 23). The artists will be offering workshops and demonstrations. | thegreatbasininstitute.org

UC Davis TERC Lecture Series

June 22, July 20, Aug. 10, 31 | Granlibakken Tahoe | Tahoe City

UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center offers lectures from prominent UC Davis professors and researchers on a variety of subjects from nature to sleep to deep space. On July 20 is The State of the Lake Report 2023. | tahoe.ucdavis.edu

Haunted Ghost Tour

June 22-Sept. 7 (select dates) | Gold Hill Hotel | Virginia City, Nev.

The tours at Gold Hill Hotel, proclaimed the eighth most haunted location in Nevada, are hosted by Northern Nevada Ghost Hunters. The evening includes a dinner, historical tales and a hunt for ghosts. | goldhillhotel.net

Benefit Poetry Reading

June 23 | Olympic House | Olympic Valley

The Community of Writers presents this evening of poetry from eight poets, who will read from their published and unpublished work. This event is in person and online. | communityofwriters.org

Makers Market

June 24-Sept. 9 (select dates) | Tahoe Backyard, Kings Beach

Enjoy locally made arts & crafts, food, live music, craft beer, yard games and more from 3 to 7 p.m. | tahoebackyard.com

Saturday Night Star Parties

June 24-Sept. 16 | Jack C. Davis Observatory | Carson City, Nev.

The Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College hosts Star Parties on the third Saturday of the month, lectures begin at 7:30 p.m. | wnc.edu

Visiting Artists Workshops

June 26-July 28 (select dates) | UNR at Lake Tahoe | Incline Village, Nev.

The Fine Arts department at University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe hosts the annual Summer Art Workshops with a variety of summer workshops given by nationally known painters, photographers, sculptors, ceramicists and more. | unr.edu

Dragon Lights Reno

June 30-Aug. 13 | Rancho San Rafael Regional Park | Reno, Nev.

Dragon Lights Reno will illuminate Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Gardens in Rancho San Rafael Park with all-new lantern displays. Forty-two largerthan-life lantern sculptures, made of steel, fabric and thousands of LED lights, will transform the arboretum into an illuminous wonderland. | dragonlightsreno.org

Washo Cultural Tours

June 30-Aug. 25 (select days) | Palisades Tahoe High Camp | Olympic Valley

Join members of the Washo Tribe at High Camp where they will share stories of Washo history and culture from the valley and surrounding mountains. The tour is free with the purchase of a tram ticket. | palisadestahoe.com

Truckee Arts & Crafts Fair

July 1-2 | Truckee River Regional Park | Truckee

More than 100 artisans and crafters will be displaying their wares at the Truckee River Regional Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Relax to the sound of live music or grab a bite from specialty food vendors. | Truckee Arts & Crafts Fair on Facebook

ARTown

July 1-31 | Area venues | Reno, Nev.

ARTown encourages audiences to embrace multidisciplinary arts and works to strengthen the art industry in Northern Nevada with a month-long celebration of visual and performing arts. From live music to unique exhibits, enjoy the many variations of creative expression. | artown.org

Full Moon Markets

July 3, Aug. 1, 30, Sept. 29 | Boatworks Mall | Tahoe City

Boatworks hosts a market from 3 to 9 p.m. featuring live music.

Great American Craft Fair

July 4 | McKinley Park | Reno, Nev.

Located on the Truckee River, this craft fair will offer jewelry, paintings, photography, wood working, ceramics, yard art, household decor, wearables and more. The event includes an automobile show with classic American car, locally brewed beers or wines and music. | greatamericancraftfairs.com

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First Fridays at Muse

July 7, Aug. 4, Sept. 1 | Muse Art Reclaimed | Tahoe City

Enjoy this outdoor artisan fair from 3 to 8 p.m. on the first Friday of the month with art, music, food, drinks and fun. | museartreclaimed.com

Carson City Ghost Walking Tours

July 8-Oct. 7 (select dates) | McFadden Plaza | Carson City, Nev.

This 30th season explores “Zeitgeist, Spirit of the Times.” Experience Carson City’s Victorian Era and diverse history led by Madame Curry, the widow of the city’s founder. | carsoncityghostwalk.com

Graeagle Arts & Crafts Fair

July 15-16 | Town Park | Graeagle

Expect numerous booths featuring quality, handmade crafts and fine art by the exhibitors. Live bluegrass music is also featured along with an assortment of foods and beverages at nearby specialty booths. | graeagle.com

Third Thursdays Maker Markets

July 20, Aug. 17 | South of North Brewing Co. | South Lake Tahoe

Check out local vendors and artisans every Third Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. at South of North Brewing Co in South Lake Tahoe. | South of North Brewing on Facebook

Waší.šiw PitdéP: Indigenous Culture & Arts Festival

July 22-23 | Meeks Bay Resort | Tahoma

The Washo Tribe of Nevada and California present this festival of Native American arts & crafts, a basket competition, indigenous demonstrations, cultural activities, food vendors and raffle prizes. | washoetribe.us

Tanners Marketplace Antique Craft and Retro Show

July 22-23 | Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Reno, Nev.

Tanner’s Marketplace is the place for your personal treasure hunt. Find jewelry, stamps, shabby chic, art deco, architectural salvage, vintage clothes and a wide variety of smalls. | tannersreno.com

Cordillera International Film Festival

July 27-31 | Wingfield Park | Reno, Nev.

Enjoy a film festival by filmmakers for filmmakers with film screenings, celebrations, networking events, education panels and more. | ciffnv.org

Antiques and Vintage Sale

July 28-30 | Truckee High School | Truckee

Thousands of quality antiques and unique collectibles, all for sale, will be featured at the 48th Annual Truckee Antiques & Vintage Sale. More than 60 exhibitors from nine states will take part in this year’s event. | tbcashows.info

Tahoe Art League Artist Studio Tour

July 28-30, Aug. 4-6 | Area venues | South Lake Tahoe

The 16th annual tour invites the public into artists’ private studios to view and purchase unique local art during two weekends. Paintings, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography and art jewelry are among some of the featured works of the league’s fine artists. | talart.org

Kings Beach Art Tour

Aug. 5-6 | Kings Beach venues

The Kings Beach Art Tour features local artists who will open their studios to display and sell their art through a self-guided studio art tour from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Kings Beach and Tahoe Vista. | northtahoebusiness.org

Sierra Arts Festival

Aug. 12 | Sparks Marina | Sparks, Nev.

Sierra Arts Festival celebrates local artists in downtown Sparks with an open-air art market, music, family friendly entertainment, a beer garden, local food trucks and free parking. | sierraarts.org

Tahoe City Art by the Lake

Aug. 18-19 | Boatworks Mall | Tahoe City

The 13th annual Tahoe City Art by the Lake will give visitors a special opportunity to meet with 30 artisans showcasing a wide variety of arts and crafts including photography, paintings, ceramics, jewelry and more. The fair takes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | pacificfinearts.com

Art Walk on the Comstock

Aug. 19-20 | D Street | Virginia City, Nev.

More than 100 hand-selected artisans will display their works, from woodworks to paintings, sculptures to clothing and everything in between. | visitvirginiacitynv. com

Reno Chalk Art Festival

Aug. 25-27 | Atlantis Casino Resort | Reno, Nev.

Watch chalk paintings come to life at this third annual festival. Using pavement for canvas, artists create spectacular masterpieces. Expect three days of art, food, live entertainment, artisan crafters and more. | atlantiscasino.com

Silver State Art Festival

Sept. 8-10 | Fuji Exhibit Hall | Carson City, Nev.

This art festival features gourds, basketry and fine arts and crafts. The event offers gourd and basket-weaving classes. | nevadagourdsociety.org

Reno Tahoe International Art Show

Sept. 14-17 | Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Reno, Nev.

This event will showcase 200+ curated regional artists and bespoke furniture designers as part of a central “Heart of Reno” feature, presenting more than 1,000 pieces of original fine artworks. Showcased in the adjacent ballrooms will be 40+ national and international galleries presenting the works of renowned artists from around the world. Tahoe Weekly is a sponsor. | rtiashow.com

City of Sparks Art Walk

Sept. 15 | Victorian Square | Sparks, Nev.

Take a walk through Sparks history The Sparks Heritage Museum from 4 to 8 p.m. or join a guided interactive tour featuring historic places and spaces including the museum, the landmark Glendale School House, the Chinese in Nevada Monument and Rail Car Display in Lillard Park. | 39northdowntown.com

CULINARY DELIGHTS

Food Truck Fridays

Until Aug. 25 | Idlewild Park | Reno, Nev.

Reno Street Food offers deliciously packed food trucks, pop-up restaurants and food trailers held from 5 to 9 p.m. every Friday with live local bands and artists. | Reno Street Food on Facebook

Feed the Camel

Until Sept. 6 | McKinley Arts & Cultural Center | Sparks, Nev.

Reno’s Hump Day food truck event celebrates local food trucks that convene under the Keystone Bridge, serving unique specialties, along with local beer. Every Wednesday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. And no, there aren’t actual camels to feed. | Feed the Camel on Facebook

Wind Down Wednesday

June 21, July 26, Aug. 23 | Heritage Park | Gardnerville, Nev.

This food truck event beloved by locals and visitors alike is a fun evening of food, drinks and live music. From 4 to 8 p.m. |

Third Thursday Wine Walk

June 20, July 15, Aug. 17 | Main Street | Gardnerville, Nev.

There is no better way to experience Main Street than participating in a monthly wine walk. Bring your friends and family to experience all that Gardnerville has to offer with a new theme every month. | mainstreetgardnerville.org

Pouring for Paws

June 24 | Tahoe Time Plaza | Incline Village

Wylie Animal Rescue Foundation’s annual fundraiser offers music by Jacked Up; beer, wine and specialty cocktails for sale; food truck; silent auction and raffle. | ivcba.org

Capital City Brewfest

June 24 | McFadden Plaza | Carson City, Nev.

This Brewfest features more than 24 breweries from 3 to 8 p.m. to benefit Rotary projects including local scholarships. Live music is in McFadden Plaza. | capitalcitybrewfest.com

Carson City Wine Walk

July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2 | Downtown | Carson City, Nev.

Take pleasure in a stroll through downtown while enjoying a wine walk on the first Saturday of every month from 1 to 5 p.m. | downtowncarson.org

Dinner/Brunch in the Barn

July 1-Sept. 3 (select dates) | Sierra Valley Farm |Beckwourth

This dinner series celebrates farm, food and community. Each night is an all-inclusive four-course dinner, farm tour and live music. New this year is Brunch in the Barn on select dates. | sierravalleyfarm.com

FREE CONCERTS

June 21: Poor Man's Whiskey

June 28: Sneaky Creatures

July 5: Dead Winter Carpenters

July 12: Down the Rabbit Hole

July 19: Everyday Outlaw

July 26: Tessa Lark & Michael Thurber

August 2: Boot Juice

August 9: Blues Monsters

August 16: Beatles Flashback

August 23: Coburn Station

Dinner in the Barn | Katherine Hill

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Sierra Nevada Lavender & Honey Festival

July 9 | Idlewild Park | Reno, Nev.

This scent-sational new event will feature all things lavender and honey along with arts and crafts, food, demonstrations, music, entertainment and more. | lavenderandhoneyfest.com

Lobster Feed

July 13 | TBD | Incline Village, Nev.

North Lake Tahoe Community Health Care Auxiliary Lobster Feed is on July 13. | ivcba.org

Pints for Pups

July 15 | The Brewing Lair | Blairsden

High Sierra Animal Rescue’s fundraiser Pints for Pups is at the Brewing Lair from 4 to 8 p.m. There will be live music, disc golf and a raffle. Leashed dogs are welcome. | highsierraanimalrescue.org

Reno Wine Walk

July 15, Aug. 19, Sept. 16 | Riverwalk District | Reno, Nev.

Take a stroll along the Truckee River while sipping on wine from 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at participating Riverwalk District merchants. | renoriver.org

Downieville Mountain Brewfest

July 22 | Main Street | Downieville

Downieville Mountain Brewfest offers fresh mountain air, fishing, mountain biking, small-town charm, music, food and some of the finest craft beer available in northern California and Nevada. | downievillebrewfest.com

Vatican Speakeasy Fundraiser

July 22 | Pope Estate | South Lake Tahoe

This annual fundraiser includes 1920s music, drinks, costumes and finger foods. Held outdoors at the Pope Estate, guests can participate in a silent auction, try out the Charleston or watch a live demonstration. | thegreatbasininstitute.org

Biggest Little City Wing Fest

July 28-29 | The Row | Reno, Nev.

This annual event serves more than 20,000 pounds of chicken wings. Free live entertainment on outdoor stages, shopping and local celebrity wing judging top off the delicious holiday weekend. | caesars.com

Reno Garlic Fest

July 29 | Dick Taylor Park | Reno, Nev.

Reno Garlic Fest showcases locally grown garlic, garlicky foods, garlic-based medicinals along with music, games and gardening resources. The event supports local farmers, builds community and strengthens neighborhood ties through locally raised food. | Reno Garlic Fest 2023 on Facebook

Taste of Gold

Aug. 5 | Lake Tahoe Community College | South Lake Tahoe

The annual Taste of Gold fundraiser brings the community together on campus to enjoy pours of regional wines, small-batch crafted beers and locally produced spirits along with tasty bites. Enjoy live music, dancing and a silent auction. | ltcc.edu

Truckee Brew Fest

Aug. 5 | Truckee Regional Park | Truckee

The 16th annual Truckee Brew Fest features more than 30 specialty brews from Northern California and Nevada breweries, live music dancing, barbecue and silent auction. Sponsored by Tahoe Weekly. | truckeeoptimist.com

Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest

Aug. 12 | Village at Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

Festivalgoers can sip on a wide array of tasty beers from different breweries, as well as enjoy an incredible lineup of music. | palisadestahoe.com

End of Summer Luau

Aug. 12 | Douglas County Community and Senior Center | Gardnerville, Nev.

Tickets now available | rtiashow.com

Tahoe Bloody Mary Competition

Aug.12 | Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge | South Lake Tahoe

The 11th annual Tahoe Bloody Mary Competition will host 15 of the best and most creative bartenders in the Tahoe/Reno/Carson region. This signature summer event will be held under the sun right on the beach with rocking bands, live DJs and the most exquisite Bloody Marys you’ve ever tasted. | FNCTN Music on Facebook

Sierra Forage Dinner

Aug. 18 | Olympic Valley Stables | Olympic Valley

This is Mountain Area Preservation’s annual fundraiser, featuring a far-to-table, multi-course dinner paired with wines. The event also includes live music and live auction to help raise critical funds to support local environmental advocacy. | mountainareapreservation.org

Tastes of Incline

Aug. 24 | The Chateau | Incline Village, Nev.

Tastes of Incline has returned. Hosted by P.E.O Chapter AC, the event from 4 to 7:30 p.m. serves as a fundraiser to help local women with educational scholarships. | ivcba.org

Tahoe Brewfest

Aug. 26 | Ski Run Blvd. | South Lake Tahoe

The sixth annual Tahoe Brewfest will offer craft beer tasting, live music, live DJs and fun. | tahoebrewfest.com

Wine in the Garden

Aug. 26 | Markleeville Library | Markleeville

Enjoy music, a raffle, appetizers and beer tasting in the beautiful Markleeville Library garden. | alpinecounty.com

Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off

Aug. 30-Sept. 4 | Victorian Square | Sparks, Nev.

At America’s biggest, free barbecue festival, enjoy the country’s best grilling competition. Two dozen of the world’s top barbecue competitors serve up more than 240,000 pounds of ribs for thousands of hungry eventgoers. | nuggetribcookoff.com

Alpen Wine Festival

Sept. 3 | Village at Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

The 33rd annual Alpen Wine Fest includes wine tasting from more than 40 vineyards, live music, a silent auction and raffle. | palisadestahoe.com

Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings

Sept. 8 | Village at Palisades Tahoe | Olympic Valley

Six local bands go head-to-head in a battle to be crowned the best band in the Village. Meanwhile, six restaurants face off in competition pitting the best wings against each other. You decide the winners. Benefits Tahoe Institute For Natural Science. | palisadestahoe.com

Barbera Festival

Sept. 9 | Terra d’Oro Winery | Plymouth

The Amador Vintners Association hosts the 10th Barbera Festival. Festival goers can taste Barbera wines from more than 50 wineries, along with gourmet food, live music and local artists. | amadorwine.com

Fly-In Pancake Breakfast

Sept. 10 | Nervino Airport | Beckwourth

Airplane enthusiasts should navigate to the Nervino Airport in Beckwourth for the annual Portola Rotary Club Fly-In Breakfast. | portal.clubrunner.ca

Fall Ale Fest

Sept. 16 | Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe

Oktoberfest in Heavenly Village is from 1 to 5 p.m. For a $40 donation, enjoy a wing cook-off; live music; beer, spirits, kombucha and soda tasting; commemorative glass and wristband. | theshopsatheavenly.com

horoscopes

BY MICHAEL O’CONNOR SUNSTARASTROLOGY.COM

FIRE EARTH AIR WATER

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

The combined influences of Gemini and Cancer, as with the Sun and Moon factors, make this a good time to blend quality, family time with some emphasis on catching up on your reading or studies. The Venus/Mars in Leo influence all the well hints at love. How will you pack it all in?

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20)

Busy, busy bee you be. At least this is what the planetary alignments suggest. Positively, it includes a whistle-while-youwork attitude and one that also supports you to happily learn as you go. There does appear to be some deep digging going on as well so hopefully, the kind you like.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)

The New Moon in your sign signals initiative. Other factors support this, and it all generally points to a progressive momentum that is building steadily. You will likely want to direct some of this energetic impulse to clean, clear, and make improvements within and without.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)

While the Sun in your sign does indicate pioneering moves and measures, you may also feel an impulse to bring existing projects to completion. Doing so will likely prove more than satisfying as you also feel accomplished. Making key investments is indicated, perhaps especially for the sake of love relationships.

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)

A powerful, creative and inventive influence is stirring you to action. Much of it will likely occur behind the scenes, yet the contribution of friends and club members is also indicated. Expressing yourself both for the sake of beauty and practicality if highlighted.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)

Some major changes in your lifestyle have been brewing for some months. These have entered something of a cocoon phase which will last many months. Currently, the emphasis is on preliminary outreach for the sake of recognition. Avoid the noise but make some sounds that inspire others to listen.

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Seeing a bigger picture continues to guide your thoughts. You yearn to understand more fully and precisely too. This new understanding is already and will continue to take assertive action to be heard by those whose opinions and influence matter most to you.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You may feel like you have arrived at a fork in the road. This archetypal position requires you to decipher which path to take. Both will have their advantages and challenges, so as long as you choose one, you will prevail. Tune in to discern and aim for the one that makes you feel empowered.

Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Who do you know, love, and want to connect with more intimately? This is an important question now and points especially to friends and lovers too. While practical considerations are also influencing your choices, you yearn for as much freedom as you can get.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Some cycles ask us to make deeper changes than others and you have just entered such a one. The good news is that it is a short cycle. As well, the changes point to improvements, refinements, and other such adjustments. Fortunately, your ambitions are running strong to fuel your efforts.

Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)

This Gemini New Moon impulse indicates a playful cycle. The time is right to step away from the desk and other workstations and to play for a while. You have another few weeks especially, so get them in now and don’t wait. It appears that we are going to be busier later this summer.

Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)

This New Moon combined with the Sun in Cancer indicates a creative impulse close to home. While fun and games enjoyed with family are featured, there is also an emphasis on creative work projects that you enjoy. So, pull out your to-do list and weave work with play for best results.

John C. Johnson

Pioneer Trailblazer, Part II

BY MARK MCLAUGHLIN

tions: 7,400 and 7,150 feet. In addition, only 6 miles were above 7,000 feet on the cut-off, compared to 34 miles on the original Carson route, which made the detour theoretically usable year-round. At the time turnpike operators did not charge for the road itself, which usually existed prior to upgrades being made, but tolls were payable for bridges or improved sections that made wagon travel safer and quicker. Many emigrants on their way to settle California protested various tolls as well as the fee demanded at the Johnson Cut-off summit crossing.

In 1855, California legislators finally passed the California Wagon Road Act, which provided up to $100,000 for the construction of a state road over the Sierra, to be chosen by a panel of commissioners. Around that time Col. Johnson donated his section of road to the state and many improvements and realignments over the past 168 years now offer motorists the modern ease of trans-Sierra Highway 50.

Tragic end for Johnson

Despite their comfortable family life and Col. Johnson’s professional success, in March 1876, the 53-year-old entrepreneur and his eldest son George Penn (age 22) journeyed from their ranch to Cochise County, Ariz., to raise crops for sale to a U.S. Army post in the region. They squatted on well-watered land and planted 20 acres.

During the Gold Rush tensions were high between miners and indigenous California Indians whose land and culture had been invaded. During the so-called El Dorado Indian Wars of 1850-51, John Calhoun Johnson served as an adjutant for the California State Militia and appropriated the title Colonel when the army bivouacked on his land.

With some background in law, Col. Johnson occasionally served as a judge for local miner and property disputes. He was civic minded and an active member on the county’s Democrat Committee, the dominant political party in California during the 1850s. He also served as El Dorado County’s first treasurer (1850-1852).

During extensive explorations of Tahoe Sierra terrain, Johnson is credited with being the first Euro-American to discover Fallen Leaf Lake near Emerald Bay. He named the lake after his Delaware Indian guide, Fallen Leaf.

Johnson

Cut-off established

Never one to shy away from oppor-

tunity, in 1852 Col. Johnson traced an old game and Indian trail that some prospectors had used to cross the mountains. Johnson chose this beaten track for a partial new alignment of the Carson Pass Emigrant Road and along with a hired crew manually cleared an alternative route.

The Johnson Cut-off split from the established Carson River route — saving 17 miles — and improved the trail to the point where it became the favored road into California. Despite Johnson’s efforts, the road was still dangerously steep and narrow, clogged with granite boulders and often blanketed in suffocating dust. Even so, the increased volume of wagon traffic drove more people to Johnson’s Ranch and money into his coffers.

A significant challenge for emigrants on the original Carson Trail was that it crossed the Sierra ridgeline twice over passes at 8,573 and 9,500 feet in elevation, an altitude plagued by winter-like conditions much of the year. The double-pass on Johnson’s Cut-off, however, had summits with much lower eleva-

In 1853, 19-year-old Emily Hagerdon migrated to California from Ohio with her parents and two brothers. In a letter she wrote of the transformative journey, she said that while crossing the Sierra in a thunderstorm her skirts became a hindrance when covered with mud so: “I tore my dress skirt off about four inches below the waistline and my underskirt being quite short it made it much easier for me to travel.”

As the Hagerdon’s family wagon rolled past the Six Mile House in October 1853, Johnson, now a 31-year-old, financially successful bachelor, spotted Emily and her practical but revealing traveling outfit. He said, “There goes the girl I will make my wife.”

The next day Johnson approached Emily’s parents, Luther and Fanny, and offered them jobs on his ranch. The family moved onto J.J.’s property and, as he predicted, John married Emily in January 1854. They had nine children — seven survived to adulthood. By all accounts the couple enjoyed a harmonious relationship.

In April 1860, Johnson’s Cut-off drew national attention when Pony Express rider William “Sam” Hamilton raced through it heading east with the U.S. Mail.

On Sept. 13, George left their isolated agricultural outpost for business. Returning to the ranch a few days later, he found his father dead, allegedly murdered by San Carlos Reservation Apache Indians. Farmhand Calvin Mowry had also been killed. The culprits ransacked the house, killed the poultry, stole horses and a mule, and shot Johnson’s dog, leaving it for dead. The field of crops was destroyed. Devastated, George returned to Placerville. In 1905, on behalf of his deceased father’s estate, George P. Johnson filed a civil lawsuit in Sacramento against the U.S. Government and Apache Indian [Nation] for restitution of Col. Johnson’s losses in the Arizona attack. According to sworn deposition statements from the proceeding, George declared that “Moccasin tracks and pony tracks were all over the field. There were moccasin tracks around where father was killed. The trail went straight toward the San Carlos Reservation…so we took them to be Apache Indians…” [from the government reservation].

I have no knowledge of how this case was settled, but it was a tragic and violent end for John Calhoun Johnson, a pioneering luminary of the Tahoe Sierra.

Special thanks to J.C. Johnson descendant Jim Knudsen and his wife Kris, as well as Sierra Historian Dana Scanlon, for assistance with this story. n

Johnson’s Monument: A basalt monolith in east Placer County named for the famed trailblazer. | Jim Knudsen.

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. | mark@thestormking.com

MARK’S COLUMN IS SPONSORED BY Official Sponsor of Good Times in North Lake Tahoe & Truckee! TahoeDaves.com

THE makers

creative awareness | arts & culture | makers’ movement

Megan Jost

From watercolors to whimsical tales for kids

BY KAYLA ANDERSON

Ghostly tales of Tahoe

“The Ghostly Tales of Lake Tahoe,” by Kate Byrne, recently released, features ghost stories from Tahoe. From a monster in Lake Tahoe to prehistoric flying beasts and ghost tales from around Tahoe. | arcadiapublishing.com

Acute bear cub lifts its paw up to its mama, giraffes, deer and horses nuzzle each other in that special parent/ baby bond. These are the comforting illustrations I remember seeing at Megan Jost’s booth Colors By Megan at the Made in Tahoe Festival held at Palisades Tahoe in autumn 2022.

Only a few months later, I saw “Ski Patrol Pups,” a book she illustrated for sale at Alpine Meadows — and again at Cuppa Tahoe — which told the story of Walter, the ski patrol dog.

Originally from Fairfield, Jost started watercolor painting for fun while studying architecture at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. After she graduated, she accepted a job with Dale Cox Architects in Truckee.

Shortly after moving to Truckee, she became pregnant with her first child Calvin.

“As a kid my family would vacation up here. I love Truckee,” she says. While on family leave, Jost thought about that watercolor class she took in college and started painting again.

“One of my architecture teachers was an amazing watercolorist and I took a class from him when studying abroad in Switzerland,” Jost says.

A lot of her earlier prints from 2016 are in a mother/baby-inspired theme be-

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cause that’s what she was going through at the time.

Jost eventually went back to work three days a week and transitioned into doing art along with architecture. In 2017 she started selling greeting cards and prints at craft fairs, art shows and Truckee Thursdays; all were well received. The Josts had their second child a year later and she came up with the idea to create “ABC Truckee Book.”

“I wanted to broaden my range of what I was painting but I did it more to explain to my kids what makes Truckee so special. Coming from Fairfield makes this place look amazing,” she says.

It took Jost about six to eight months to get the images together and then another three to four months to figure out the publishing aspect of it. Her husband and friends helped her brainstorm for the books by providing suggestions for the letters that coincide with Truckee/ Tahoe themes and landmarks around the lake.

She released “ABC Truckee Book” in 2019 right before the pandemic and then followed it up with “ABC Tahoe” in 2020.

“I saw how well the Truckee one did, so I created a Tahoe one, despite shipping and supply chain challenges during COVID,” she says. “Thankfully

Christmas happens no matter what and both were released before Christmas.”

As Jost’s books were selling and her watercolor techniques improved, she became friends with storyteller and author Megan Butcher when their kids attended the same preschool.

“She had been thinking about writing a book for a while and met me and figured it could be a possibility. She had the story, so it worked out well,” Jost says.

“Ski Patrol Pups” came out before Christmas 2022. The book is sold throughout the Tahoe Basin as well as in stores in Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and the East Coast.

“Anyone in the world interested in skiing would probably like this,” she says. “Megan’s [Butcher] husband is a ski patroller at Alpine and they owned Walter, the main character of the book. They wanted to get his and the dogs’ story out.”

The first book in the “Ski Patrol Pups” series follows the story of Walter, a golden retriever who was hand-selected to become an avalanche search and rescue dog at Alpine Meadows. Walter passed away in 2020 and the book pays homage to him while sharing the details of his adventurous life.

When asked what Jost’s goals are for the future of her art, she replied that she’d like to continue the series with Butcher and perhaps do a project with her young sons.

“I could’ve never imagined this path and seen how it evolved. I don’t know where it’s going to go,” she says. Megan Jost will be at Truckee Thursdays, which is held in downtown Truckee from June 22 to Aug. 10. | colorsbymegan.com n

the arts

Field Notes Exhibit

Truckee Community Recreation Center, Truckee, June 21-30, 8 a.m., melhopgallery.com

Discovering Lake Tahoe Historical Maps 1849-1932

Gatekeepers Museum, Tahoe City, June 21-July 5, 11 a.m., northtahoemuseums.org

Through Tahoe’s Lens:

Early 20th Century Photography

Gatekeepers Museum, Tahoe City, June 21-July 5, 11 a.m., northtahoemuseums.org

Jamie Barbor + Jason Fourcier Art Exhibit

Piper J Gallery, Truckee, June 21-July 2, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., (775) 220-0325

2023 Summer Poetry Workshop

Olympic House, Olympic Valley, June 21-25, 12 p.m., (530) 470-8440, communityofwriters.org

Summer Art Show

Tahoe Art League, South Lake Tahoe, June 22-July 2, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., (530) 544-2313, talart.org

Art Show

Elevation, Truckee, June 23, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., truckeeelevation.com

Meet the Artist: Forrester Archer

Marcus Ashley Fine Art Gallery, South Lake Tahoe, June 23-24, noon, marcusashley.com

Open Studio 2023: Welcome Summer Dirk Yuricich Photography Gallery, Stateline, June 24-25, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., dirkphotoz.com

Grand Opening at New Location

Art Truckee, Truckee, June 24, 3-6 p.m., (530) 4483423, arttruckee.com

Saturday Makers Market

Tahoe Backyard, Kings Beach, June 24, 3-7 p.m., tahoebackyard.com

Community Art Demo & Monthly Membership Meeting

Tahoe Art League, South Lake Tahoe, June 27, 5 p.m., (530) 544-2313, talart.org

Meet the Artist: Steve Barton

Marcus Ashley Fine Art Gallery, South Lake Tahoe, July 1-2, noon to 5 p.m., marcusashley.com

Megan Jost with her art. | Megan Jost

“I wanted to broaden my range of what I was painting but I did it more to explain to my kids what makes Truckee so special.”

— Megan Jost

COUNTRY

June 30 & July 1 | Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys | Stateline, Nev.

Old Dominion

THE lineup

Festival fever

Not-to-miss festivals kick off summer

BY SEAN MCALINDIN

Truckee Reggae Fest | June 24 | Truckee River Regional Park

Since forming in 2007, Nashville pop country rockers Old Dominion have released four chart-topping albums. Their most recent, 2021’s “Time, Tequila and Therapy, “was written and recorded in an Asheville, N.C., studio over several weeks. At the core, Old Dominion are collaborators, songwriters and friends. Being together and being creative is part of who they are. They’re a band and a family and this legacy lives on in their music. | caesars.com/harveys-tahoe

WORLD MUSIC

June 23 | Music on the Beach | Kings Beach

Peter Joseph Burtt and the Kingtide

Lake Tahoe is for Loves Festival | June 24 | Harvey’s High Sierra Music Festival | June 29-July 2 | Quincy Latitude 39 | June 30 | McIver Rodeo Arena, Truckee Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival | June 30-Aug. 20 | Sand Harbor

The stages are up and the performers are ready to get the party started. Throughout the next two weeks, festivals new and old will be opening their gates in the region, including Truckee Reggae Fest, Lake Tahoe is for Lovers Festival, High Sierra Musical Festival and Latitude 39

Truckee Reggae Fest

Truckee Reggae Fest blazes into Truckee River Regional Park Amphitheater on June 24 with headliner Julian Marley & The Uprising

The ninth of Bob Marley’s 11 children, Julian was born in London in 1975. His one true memory of his father is when Bob Marley and the Wailers performed at Crystal Palace Bowl on June 7, 1980, just a few days after his fifth birthday. Julian was running around backstage, as kids do. He popped into his father’s dressing room, shook his hand and ran out.

After studying creative writing, African drumming and folklore in San Francisco, Peter Joseph Burtt sought out cultures that keep oral histories alive with rhythm, music and the spoken word. On learning of the melodious poetry of the Shona people, he travelled first to Zimbabwe, then Ghana and The Gambia, lingering in each place, living and moving within the society as he expanded his musical vision. His words now tell a story as he plays traditional instruments including the lute-like kora and the mbira or thumb piano.

Burtt releases his fourth LP in 10 years, “Blind Horse Moon,” this summer. It’s a swirling montage of electric guitar, polyrhythmic percussion and passionate lyricism that takes the listener on journey into his lived experience — a master work from one of Tahoe’s most creative and talented musical artists. Tahoe Weekly is a sponsor. | northtahoebusiness.org

“From that same 5-year-old, it was only music I wanted to do,” he says. “Some kids like to go to the toy shop. I liked to go the music room. It’s always been the love and fever inside in my heart. I’m blessed to be able to fulfill that youth dream with integrity.”

Though Marley made hip-hop tracks with friends growing up in London, he was 17 when he stepped off the plane in Kingston, Jamaica, to begin his music career. The first place he went to was the legendary Tuff Gong recording studio where he came to meet everyone from Jimmy Cliff to Burning Spear to the Wailers themselves.

“Being able to watch them play personally in the rehearsal room or out on the steps, the introduction I got was very fast,” he says. “It was like coming out your bedroom and going into a big orchestra. I was just learning and observing and taking in all the knowledge and vibes. It was all the music you ever thought about and dreamed of and you’re right where it was made. From that day, we never stopped.”

Like his father and brothers, Julian’s music shares an uplifting message to the world.

“I see myself as a messenger of the Almighty,” he says. “I’m not here to tell you to drink another 40 ounce. I’m teaching you how to live, how to unite, how to uplift the spirit and at the same time, bring justice, togetherness, one love, one destiny and one consciousness.”

Marley will perform alongside Mykal Rose of Black Uhuru, Mighty Mystic, Lizano and DJ Treez.

“We’re looking to feel the good vibes and give that good energy that we have,” he says. “Right now, I’m like a walking, musical time bomb full of righteousness, love and positive vibrations, and we are looking to explode that vibration on people at the Truckee festival.” | Truckee Reggae Fest on Facebook

Lake Tahoe is for Lovers

On June 24, Lake Tahoe is for Lovers Festival arrives at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey’s in Stateline, Nev., with a fantastic lineup of pop-rock bands such as Yellowcard, Hawthorne Heights, Jimmy Eat World and Bayside. | isforloversfestival.com

High Sierra Music

High Sierra Music Festival in Quincy celebrates its 31st year from June 29 to July 2 with an eclectic lineup headlined by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Thievery Corporation, Marcus King, Moe., Cory Wong, Galactic, the Del McCoury Band, The Infamous Stringdusters, Lotus and Deer Tick.

But the true beauty of High Sierra is what you may discover, so don’t sleep on rising acts such as the barn-burning Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, contemporary classical guitarist Yasmin Williams and Portland, Ore., indie rockers Glitterfox. | highsierramusic.com

Latitude 39

On June 30 at McIver Rodeo Arena in Truckee, Latitude 39, put on by Truckee Host Lions Club, brings country acts including Joe Nichols, Mark Mackay, CJ Solar, the Cripple Creek Band and Everyday Outlaw. | latitude39truckee. org

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival

This year’s festival kicks off on June 30 and features a production of the musical comedy “Little Shop of Horrors” running through Aug. 20 Tuesday to Sunday (dark July 4). The Showcase Series returns on Mondays. | laketahoeshakespeare.com

High Sierra Music Festival. | Justin Halgren

Mason Allen

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live music | shows | nightlife festivals | entertainment

June 25 | Concerts at Commons Beach | Tahoe City

Smoked Out Soul

The TreeTones

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21

Music in the Park

Truckee River Regional Park, Truckee, 6:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

THURSDAY, JUNE 22

Wolves & Friends Live

The Good Wolf, Truckee, 6:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

As the leader of EDM/funk hybrid, Smoked Out Soul, Zebuel Early is a Southern-born, West Coast-based producer, guitarist and DJ known for his eclectic, high-energy dance music. An amalgam of soul, reggae and bassheavy beats, the sound of Memphis meets California, a sort of space-age, island-soaked blues.

It’s as if B.B. King and Three 6 Mafia flew to Kingston to record a movie soundtrack in 1975. Or if the Mothership touched down in Muscle Shoals to test out some sub-woofers. Early is joined by Paul Oliphant on drums, Ian McDonald on keys, Brandon Lee on percussion, Obrayan Calderon on trombone, Brendan Lui on trump and Chris Hoog on saxophone. | concertsatcommonsbeach.com

As one of the only regularly gigging jazz combos in the Tahoe Sierra, The TreeTones reflect the community they live in. Take three seasonal ski patrollers, a retired financial planner and a semi-retired restauranteur from Silicon Valley — all of whom met in a bubble during the pandemic — and you’ve got something special. Add in singer and keyboardist James Clarke, a young cat with a golden voice and now you’re really talking. Expect jazz standards, R&B covers and original music from this laid-back, friendly group of Truckee locals. | tahoewinecollective

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Karaoke Nights

Rojo’s Tavern, South Lake Tahoe, 10 p.m.

FRIDAY, JUNE 23

Tahoe Paradise Park | Music in the Park

Meyers Mountain Market, South Lake Tahoe, 5-8 p.m.

Live Music

Sunnyside Resort, Tahoe City, 5:30 p.m.

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Music on the Beach: Free Concert Fridays

Kings Beach State Recreation Area, 6-8:30 p.m.

Karaoke Night

Brewery & Barrel House, Incline Village, 6-9 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.

Fever Dream

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 8 p.m.

Arty the Party

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 9 p.m.

Live DJ

Bally’s, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Live DJ

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Karaoke Nights

Rojo’s Tavern, South Lake Tahoe, 10 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 24

Brunch + Beats

Stateline location, Stateline, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Drag Brunch

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10:30 a.m.

Live Music

Beacon Bar & Grill, South Lake Tahoe, 1-5 p.m.

Jazz and Wine Lakeside With the Tree Tones

Tahoe Wine Collective, Tahoe City, 5 p.m.

Markleeville Music in the Park

Visit Alpine County, Markleeville, 5 p.m.

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Music in the Meadow

The Brewing Lair, Blairsden, 6 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Sneaky Creatures

Fox Cultural Hall, Kings Beach, 8 p.m.

Fever Dream

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 8 p.m.

Arty the Party

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 9 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Live DJ

Bally’s, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Live DJ

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Live DJ

Harveys Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Karaoke Nights

Rojo’s Tavern, South Lake Tahoe, 10 p.m.

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

Brunch + Beats

Stateline location, Stateline, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Live Music

Beacon Bar & Grill, South Lake Tahoe, 1-5 p.m.

SoL Sunday Summer Concert Series

SoL Cannabis, Washoe City, 3-6:30 p.m.

White Sulphur Springs Ranch Summerfest

Lost Sierra Events, Lost Sierra, 3-7:30 p.m.

Concerts at Commons Beach

Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 4 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 4:30 p.m.

Open Stage Sundays

Incline Public House, Incline Village, 6:30 p.m.

Moe’s Summer Concert Series

Moe’s Original Bar B Que, Tahoe City, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Live DJ

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Live DJ

Harveys Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 10 p.m.

MONDAY, JUNE 26

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

TUESDAY, JUNE 27

Tuesday Night Blues

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 6 p.m.

Bluesdays

Village at Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 6-8:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Tahoe Improv Comedy Players

Valhalla Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday Night Karaoke

The Paddle Wheel Saloon, Incline Village, 8 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28

Music in the Park

Truckee River Regional Park, Truckee, 6:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

THURSDAY, JUNE 29

Live at Lakeview

Live at Lakeview, South Lake Tahoe, 4:30-8:30 p.m.

Wolves & Friends Live

The Good Wolf, Truckee, 6:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Ben Bailey

Crystal Bay Club, Crystal Bay, 8 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Karaoke Nights

Rojo’s Tavern, South Lake Tahoe, 10 p.m.

Ken Pordes

The Tree Tones

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

Latitude 39: A Mountain Music Experience

McIver Rodeo Arena, Truckee, 4 p.m.

Sunsets Live Music Series

Village at Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 5-7 p.m.

Live Music

Sunnyside Resort, Tahoe City, 5:30 p.m.

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Music on the Beach: Free Concert Fridays

Kings Beach State Recreation Area, 6-8:30 p.m.

Karaoke Night

Brewery & Barrel House, Incline Village, 6-9 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Old Dominion

Harveys Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 7-10 p.m.

Little Shop of Horrors

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Incline Village, 7:30 p.m.

Piff the Magic Dragon

Bally’s, Stateline, 8 p.m.

Fever Dream

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 8 p.m.

Arty the Party

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 9 p.m.

Magic After Dark Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Live DJ

Bally’s, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Live DJ

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Karaoke Nights

Rojo’s Tavern, South Lake Tahoe, 10 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 1

Brunch + Beats

Stateline location, Stateline, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Drag Brunch

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10:30 a.m.

Live Music

Beacon Bar & Grill, South Lake Tahoe, 1-5 p.m.

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

4 Barrel

Marie Sluchak Park, Tahoma, 6 p.m.

Summer Concert on the Green

Tahoe Donner Driving Range, Truckee, 6 p.m.

Music in the Meadow

The Brewing Lair, Blairsden, 6 p.m.

Old Dominion

Harveys Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Little Shop of Horrors

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Incline Village, 7:30 p.m.

Zepparella

Crystal Bay Club, Crystal Bay, 8 p.m.

Fever Dream

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 8 p.m.

Arty the Party

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 9 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Live DJ

Bally’s, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Live DJ

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10 p.m.

Karaoke Nights

Rojo’s Tavern, South Lake Tahoe, 10 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 2

Brunch + Beats

Stateline location, Stateline, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Live Music

Beacon Bar & Grill, South Lake Tahoe, 1-5 p.m.

Red, White & Tahoe Blue: A Salute to America

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Incline Village, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Concerts at Commons Beach

Commons Beach, Tahoe City, 4 p.m.

SoL Sunday Summer Concert Series – Kat Heart

SoL Cannabis, Washoe City, 4:15-7:45 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 4:30 p.m.

Lindsay and the Cheeks

Valhalla Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe, 4:30 p.m.

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Summer Concert on the Green

Tahoe Donner Driving Range, Truckee, 6 p.m.

Open Stage Sundays

Incline Public House, Incline Village, 6:30 p.m.

Moe’s Summer Concert Series

Moe’s Original Bar B Que, Tahoe City, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Little Shop of Horrors

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Incline Village, 7:30 p.m.

Steve Hytner

Crystal Bay Club, Crystal Bay, 8 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

Live DJ

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Stateline, 10 p.m.

MONDAY, JULY 3

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Chase Hasty

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

TUESDAY, JULY 4

Bluesdays

Village at Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley, 3-8:30 p.m.

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S. Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday Night Karaoke

The Paddle Wheel Saloon, Incline Village, 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series

Shops at Heavenly Village, S.Lake Tahoe, 5:45 p.m.

Music in the Park

Truckee River Regional Park, Truckee, 6:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 7 p.m.

Little Shop of Horrors

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Incline Village, 7:30 p.m.

Magic Fusion Starring Robert Hall

The Loft Theatre, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m.

EAT & drink

food & libations | recipes | delicious events

Wondrous wings

Savor the saucy splendor of summertime

BY PRIYA HUTNER

Dry rub

If the simplicity of flavors is the order of the day, dry-rub wings with a mixture of spices and herbs. McCormick’s Montreal Steak Seasoning pops on chicken. The combination of spices is simple, coarse salt, black pepper, red pepper, garlic, onion and paprika. Even simpler is a garlic, salt and pepper rub.

Don’t forget the dip

Dipping sauces, ranch dressing, blue cheese and extra barbecue sauce are great to serve with wings. Turn on the grill. Summer is the perfect season for chicken or cauliflower wings and no oven is necessary.

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER WINGS

From the kitchen of Priya Hutner

The Woods opens in SLT

The Woods Restaurant and Bar opened in early June at 3115 Harrison Ave. by brothers Dillon and Connor McKeen, South Lake Tahoe natives.

The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner featuring sandwiches, salads and entrees like the Woods Fried Chicken & Beignet, a twist on chicken and waffles, along with a Ribeye Asado, Baja Fish Tacos and a Crispy Skin King Salmon. Starters include a Charcuterie Board and the Duck Confit Chicken Wings, and desserts include Woods Beignets. The restaurant will also host live music. | @thewoods_laketahoe

Hot and spicy, barbecue, Korean-style or classic buffalo-style chicken wings are not just for game night. And they aren’t just chicken, either — think cauliflower, broccoli or artichoke hearts. Wings are easy to prepare, tasty and great to serve at a summer picnic, barbecue or family gathering. They can be baked, broiled, pan-seared, deep-fried or cooked in the air fryer or on the grill. And who doesn’t love a crispy wing?

Wings come in several styles: the whole wing, drumettes (they look like a little drumstick), flats (also called wingettes) or tips. Sauce and preparation are the keys to a delicious, flavorful wing. Wings can be prepared spicy or mild, served hot or cold and with or without a dipping sauce. There are numerous flavor and sauce variations that could take all summer to taste and experiment with.

Classic Buffalo

The classic buffalo chicken wing is made with Frank’s Red Hot and butter. The wings are cooked, tossed in the sauce and served with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks. I add minced garlic and honey to my recipe. These are delicious prepared vegetarian style with cauliflower or tofu.

Saucy ideas

Some saucy ideas for wings include honey mustard, cilantro lime sauce, grilled peach and garlic, chimichurri sauce and soy ginger. Prepare a mari-

nade of soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha and rice wine vinegar for wings with an Asian flare. Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add wings and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Grill wings and serve with a siracha yogurt sauce. Korean Bulgogi sauce is delicious on the wings. Pears, gochujang (Korean chili paste found in most Asian markets or online), chili flakes and soy sauce make wings pop with flavor. Wings with a sticky, honey, sesame glaze offer a Chinese flare to chicken and are excellent on cauliflower.

Huli-huli Chicken

I recently returned from a trip to Hawaii where I fell in love with Huli-huli Chicken. Ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar and pineapple juice are key ingredients in this Hawaiian sauce. Marinate wings in Huli-huli sauce and grill wings until crispy.

Barbecue sauce

Barbecue sauce is a grand way to consume wings, especially when grilled. Louisiana, Texas, the Carolinas, Memphis and Kansas City are just a few places renowned for barbecue sauce. Depending on the region, barbecue sauces are tomato-forward, vinegar-based, mustard-based, tangy, spicy or sweet.

Alabama is known for its white barbecue sauce prepared with mayonnaise. Slather on the barbecue sauce for a delicious-tasting wing.

1 head cauliflower, cut in 2-3” florets

½ C flour

2 T cornstarch

3 T milk or water

1 t coarse salt

1 t fresh ground pepper

½ C vegetable oil, for frying

SAUCE

5 cloves garlic, minced fine

4 T butter

¼ C Frank’s Hot sauce

1 t honey

Heat sauce ingredients in a pot and cook on medium-low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Prep cauliflower by cutting it into florets and set aside.

Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add milk or water and whisk until smooth, then add cauliflower to coat.

Heat oil in a large pan. When hot, add battered cauliflower to the pan. Brown and set aside on a paper towel.

Toss cauliflower in sauce and serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Wolf by Vanderpump coming to Harveys

Restaurateur, television star and philanthropist Lisa Vanderpump will open Wolf by Vanderpump at Harveys Lake Tahoe this winter, according to a press release. The name Wolf is a family name and the middle name of Vanderpump’s grandson, Teddy.

Wolf will feature a bar with great visuals that dominate the center of the space and, like Vanderpump’s other locations, the substantial cocktail menu will showcase unique and never-before-seen options, while playing on traditional recipes. Hand-crafted drinks will feature nods to local themes and flavors, with an emphasis on incredibly visual garnishes and presentations.

The menu will be crafted for every season, using some regionally sourced and inspired ingredients. | caesars.com/ harveys-tahoe

The Woods

Lisa Vanderpump | Betsy Newman

Priya Hutner is a food writer, personal chef and owner of The Seasoned Sage, a meal delivery and catering company. | TheSeasonedSage.com, priya@ tahoethisweek.com

BY KAYLA ANDERSON

There’s nothing like enjoying healthy food sourced straight from the sea, but there’s only one catch being so far inland: there aren’t many raw bars in the Tahoe Sierra. Fortunately, there are a few purveyors who work diligently to bring in delicious seafood, stored on ice and served until it sells out. The key is to get there early.

The Oyster Bar

“You can always tell how busy the town is by how packed The Oyster Bar is,” says Tom Russell, Hard Rock Casino’s food & beverage vice president. It’s true that at certain times of the day or night, there can be up to an hour wait at the Stateline, Nev., location. I was fortunate to get in right at 11:30 a.m. on a midweek afternoon.

Shipments of seafood are flown into Reno, Nev., from both coasts a couple of times a week. While oysters on the half shell are quite popular, this raw bar is also known for its bouillabaisse and rich and creamy pan roasts. I ordered a half-dozen oysters and the first one I tried, with a little lemon, tasted like it came right from the ocean maybe an hour ago. The second one I tried was with a sweet vinegar mignonette. All of it tasted incredibly fresh and delicious, which is why it is no surprise that it’s been voted the Best Seafood in Tahoe. | hardrockcasinolaketahoe.com

Buoy & Trap

Over in the Pioneer Center in Truckee, Buoy & Trap Seafood Market owner Zack Duksta has been crushing it in the seafood department since he opened in February.

My partner Jason Forcier and I were fortunate enough to enjoy the seafood

tower, a lovely presentation of a pile of crab legs, jumbo shrimp, ahi poke and three kinds of oysters equaling a dozen on ice.

People came in and out as we enjoyed our meal, buying pounds of fresh crab legs or market fresh fish.

Duksta sources oysters from both the East and West coasts —Bodega Bay, Tomales Bay and Rhode Island where Duksta is from. The oysters I tried that day were the Ninigret Nectars from the Behan Family Farm in Rhode Island, the Beausoleils from New Brunswick and the Salt Bay oysters from Nova Scotia. They all tasted uniquely different — the Nectars remarkably different from the West Coast oysters I had in the past. All of them were crazy good, especially paired with the house-made mignonette sauce that included a bit of tarragon.

Immersing ourselves in the seafood tower was an experience allowing us an hour to conversate, crack, pop and slurp until all the meat was shelled and discarded. | buoyandtrap.com

Other notables

Stella at Gravity Haus | Dinner includes oysters on the half shell sold at market price sourced from Bodega Bay. | stellatruckee.com

Old Town Tap | Serves oysters in historic downtown Truckee for $3.75 a piece, which are typically Chelsea Gems from Puget Sound, Wash. | oldtowntaptruckee.com

The Buoy & Trap seafood tower. | Kayla Anderson