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… the mighty Sierra, miles in height, and so gloriously colored and so radiant, it seemed not clothed with light but wholly composed of it, like the wall of some celestial city... Then it seemed to me that the Sierra should be called, not the Nevada or Snowy Range, but the Range of Light.

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One of the region’s most unique events – Trails & Vistas – starts this weekend with an Art Hike featuring performing artists from musicians and dancers to storytellers, aerialists and many others. The art hikes are offered on Sept. 12 at Spooner Lake State Park and on Sept. 19 at Donner Ski Ranch and are designed to connect people to art and nature in stunning venues. If you haven’t been, you’ll want to grab tickets while they last. If you have been, then you know that you’ll want to return year after year.

Food and wine aficionados won’t want to miss the September tradition of the Autumn Food & Wine Festival from Sept. 11 to 13. Now in its 30th year, the weekend of festivities features cooking demonstrations (many of them free), farm to table dinners, a progressive, on-mountain tasting, and the ever-popular Blazing Pans Mountain Cook Off pitting two local chefs in a timed competition featuring a secret ingredient.

Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings on Sept. 11 is a one-ofa-kind culinary event like no other: Bands battle for bragging rights as the event’s winner, while eateries in the Village at Squaw Valley battle it out for the best chicken wings. The best part is that you get to vote while chowing down on tasty wings and enjoying great live music.

You’ll need to take a good hike after a few days of gastronomic indulgences and Priya Hutner shares one of her favorite outings – Mount Judah. The Donner Summit hike offers sweeping views of Donner Lake and Sugar Bowl that you’ll want to see for yourself.

Don’t forget to make time for the final weekend of the ARTour, an open studio tour featuring more than 20 artists in Tahoe and Truckee from Sept. 11 to 13 (see The Arts for details).

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Earth dancer Courtney Hartman performs at a Trails & Vistas Art Hike on Donner Summit. This year’s Trails & Vistas features performances on Sept. 12 at Spooner Lake State Park and on Sept. 19 at Donner Ski Ranch.

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How the lake was formed

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

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

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

7,000 and 15,000 years ago, a 4-mile segment of the West Shore collapsed into the Lake causing a massive submerged debris avalanche, widening the Lake by 3 miles and creating McKinney Bay.1 The Tahoe Basin is mostly granite, with little topsoil, and therefore few nutrients have washed into the lake to promote the growth of algae and other organisms that make water murky.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The waters of Lake Tahoe were clear to an average depth of 77.8’ in 2014. The lowest average depth on record was 64.1’ in 1997. Lake Tahoe is losing clarity because of algae growth fueled by nitrogen and phosphorus.

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

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

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

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Family Movie Night Tahoe Donner

Enjoy a free Family Movie every Friday at Northwoods Clubhouse at 6:30 p.m. with G and PG movies. | (530) 582-9669 EVERY SATURDAY

Adventure Movie Series Truckee

California 89 hosts adventure movies outside on the lawn every Saturday through Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. to benefit local nonprofits. Enjoy beer and grilled sausages. $5. | (530) 214-8989 EVERY SUNDAY

Kids golf free Incline Village

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High Fives Foundation hosts its 7th Annual Bocce Tournament on Sept. 13 at the Truckee River Winery starting at 10 a.m. where 40 teams will compete on the bocce courts for incredible prizing and year-long bocce bragging rights.

“This tournament is always a late summer highlight for us at the winery,” says Katy Jones, director of the Tasting Room at the Truckee River Winery, in a press release.

“We love the energy and enthusiasm of the teams. We love the support it brings to High Fives Athletes.”

55+ Hiking Series Area venues

Trekkers of all abilities are welcome to join IVGID Senior Programs for light to moderate hikes from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. until Oct. 20 at locations throughout the region followed by lunch with fellow hikers at Sierra Nevada College’s Patterson Hall. $10, $13 with IVGID pass, includes hike, transportation and lunch. | RSVP (775) 832-1310 EVERY WEDNESDAY

Family Story Time Incline Village

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy stories, songs, games and crafts from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at the Incline Village Library every Wednesday except Sept. 16. Free. | (775) 832-4130 EVERY THURSDAY

Conversation Café Incline Village

The Conversation Café is a drop-in conversation forum hosted by the Senior Programs staff at Aspen Grove Community Center from 10 to 11:15 a.m. every week except holidays. Participate with people sharing diverse views and a passion for engaging with others over interesting topics and news items. $2 donation includes continental breakfast. | (775) 832-1310

In addition to door prizes, lunch from Fireside Pizza and snacks from Farm to Belly, teams will compete for prizing from local companies and gear from national brands. Players will enjoy silent auction items, plus beer specials from Auburn Ale House and wine specials from Truckee River Winery. The cost to participate is $125 per two-person team and space is limited. | highfivesfoundation.org

Toddler story time Incline Village

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

Farmers’ Market Incline Village

The Farmers market is open at Tunnel Creek every Thursday through Sept. 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. | laketahoemarkets.com EVERY FRIDAY

Farmers’ Market Crystal Bay EVERY TUESDAY

Farmers’ Market Truckee

The Foothill Farmers’ Market is open on Tuesdays until Oct. 30 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Truckee River Regional Park. | foothillfarmersmarket.com

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The Farmers market is open at Tahoe Biltmore Bay every Friday through Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | laketahoemarkets.com

Wine & cheese tours East Shore

Thunderbird Lodge hosts wine and cheese tours every Friday with California wines and a selection of hors d’oeuvres prepared by the Thunderbird’s culinary program team along with additional time on the grounds. $100 per person.

21+ only. | RSVP thunderbirdtahoe.org

Every Sunday at the Incline Mountain Golf Course is Family Fun Day with kids 17 and younger playing free with paying adult until Oct. 4. | Tee times (775) 832-1150

SEPT. 10 | THURSDAY Demo Day Area venue

Tahoe Mountain Sports hosts a free demo day from 2 to 5:30 p.m. with a 3- to 5-mile group trail run. | (530) 536-5200

Paws 2 Read Incline Village

Friendly dogs lend a loving, non-judgmental ear to beginning readers of all ages from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Incline Village Library After practicing reading with a dog, children receive a free book. | (775) 832-4130

Art Talk Incline Village

Danica Novgorodoff will be giving an art talk at 5 p.m. in the Holman Arts and Media Center at Sierra Nevada College. Novgorodoff is a freelance graphic designer, illustrator and teacher. She will be reading from her graphic novel “Refresh, Refresh, Refresh” based on the short story of the same name by Benjamin Percy. | sierranevada.edu

“Trails in Motion” film tour Homewood

Homewood Mountain Resort hosts the “Trails in Motion” film tour at 6 p.m. in association with the Tahoe 200 Endurance Race. The film tour features nine of the most prominent trail and ultra running films from around the world. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets $15. | trailsinmotion.com

Stall and Spin Awareness talk Truckee

The Truckee Tahoe Airport hosts a talk on Stall and Spin Awareness from 6 to 8 p.m. at the airport with Tim Brill discussing aircraft controls and aerodynamics, offairport landings, control failures and more. | truckeetahoeairport.com

SEPT. 11 | FRIDAY Military Golf Day Incline Village

The Incline Village Mountain Course is offering free golf to all active or retired Military today. Must show Military ID at check in. | RSVP (775) 832-1150.

Parasol Community Table Incline Village

Join the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundations for an elegant evening at the Shakespeare Ranch with dinner by Chef Roland Passot.

Wine and cocktail reception begins at 5:30 p.m.

Benefits the Parasol Community Foundation.

Tickets $500. | parasol.org

Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings Olympic Valley

Bands and restaurants will square off against each other in a battle of epic proportions to raise funds and awareness for the Tahoe Institute of Natural Sciences. Starting at 6 p.m., village restaurants will share signature spicy and flavor-packed chicken wings while bands from around the region will compete for the Title, voted by the public. See feature in this issue. $5. | squawalpine.com

Sierra College Insights Talks Truckee

Sierra College hosts Insights discussion series at 6:30 p.m. on the Truckee campus. Professor Lyndah Walsh addresses key controversies in the history of American science, policymaking and identifies a thread that runs through all of them.

Free. | RSVP sierracollege.ticketleap.com

Writers in the Woods Incline Village

Benjamin Percy reads from his most recent novel “The Dead Lands” during the Writers in the Woods series at 7 p.m. at Sierra Nevada College. The book is a post apocalyptic reimagining of the Lewis and Clark saga. Free. | sierranevadacollege.edu

SEPT. 11-13 | FRIDAY-SUNDAY Autumn Food & Wine Festival Northstar

The 30th Annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival at Northstar will pair epicurean adventures with Northern California’s finest in regional food and wine delicacies. Enjoy three-days of cooking seminars and demonstrations, culinary competitions, wine tastings and food-themed experiences.

Some events ticketed. See feature in this issue. | northstarcalifornia.com

SEPT. 12 | SATURDAY Boys Sports Day Truckee

Boys ages 5 to 17 are invited to learn the basics of new sports and sign up for local teams.

Meet from 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Community Rec Center. $10. | RSVP tdrpd.org

Migrant bird hike Spooner Summit

The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science, Lahontan Audubon Society and Tahoe Rim Trail Association team up to offer a 1- to 2-mile hike to search for migrant birds heading south for the winter. Meet at the Spooner north trailhead at 8:30 a.m. | RSVP tahoerimtrail.org

Markleeville Creek Day Markleeville

Join volunteers on one of the various restoration projects throughout the Alpine watershed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Projects include invasive weed removal, stream bank stabilization and willow planting. | (530) 694-2327

Trails & Vistas art hike East Shore

Art, culture and environment blend for the annual Trails & Vistas art hike at Spooner Lake State Park with hikes starting at 9:30 a.m. Hikes also offered Sept. 19 at Donner Ski Ranch. See feature in this issue. $35+. | Tickets trailsandvistas.org

Calpine Marketplace Calpine

Enjoy live music, arts & crafts, classic cars, barbecue and fun for the kids during the 5th annual Calpine Marketplace from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds benefit the community center, kids park, volunteer fire department and youth scholarships fund in the town. | (530) 320-0764

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

Fannette Island

Emerald Bay

(530) 541-3030 | parks.ca.gov Lake Tahoe’s only island is located in Emerald Bay & is home to an old tea house. Boat access only. (Closed Feb. 1-June 15 for nesting birds.)

Hellman-Ehrman Mansion

West Shore

Tours daily until Sept. 30 | $10 parking (530) 525-7232 Park | (530) 583-9911 Tours Tour the historic Ehrman Mansion, see boathouses with historic boats, and General Phipps Cabin built in the late 1800s. Private & ADA tours available. TART

Kings Beach

Northshore

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

North Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden

Incline Village

Daily | Free (775) 586-1610, ext. 25 | demogarden.org Demonstrations of lake-friendly landscaping using native and adaptive plants, water conservation, soil stabilization techniques, defensible space from wildfires & BMPs. Self-guided tours & clinics. TART

North Tahoe Arts Center

Tahoe City

Wed.-Mon. | Free (530) 581-2787 | northtahoearts.com Featuring exhibits of work by local artists.

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Tallac Historic Site

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 541-5227 | tahoeheritage.org Once known as the “Grandest Resort in the World” as the summer retreat for three San Francisco elite families with the Baldwin Estate, Pope Estate & Valhalla. Today features historic home tours, Baldwin museum, guided walks and summer programs.

Tahoe Art League Gallery

South Lake Tahoe

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

Tahoe City

North Shore

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

Free parking at Commons Beach, Grove Street, Jackpine Street, and the 64 acres at Highways 89 & 28. TART

Thunderbird Lodge

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

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

Tours daily until Sept. 30 | Parking fee (530) 541-3030 | (530) 525-9529 ADA parks.ca.gov or vikingsholm.com Tour Vikingsholm Castle, see Eagle Falls and Fannette Island (the Lake’s only island), home to an old Tea House, and explore hiking trails. TART

Watson Cabin

Tahoe City

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

Museums Donner Memorial Visitor Center

Soda Springs

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

Donner Summit Historical Society

Truckee

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

Gatekeeper’s Museum

Tahoe City

Wed.-Sun. (530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org Featuring historic photos, the Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and local historical memorabilia. TART NORTH LAKE TAHOE & TRUCKEE | TART Bus & shuttle schedules at Visitors’ Centers, laketahoetransit.com, google.com/transit or nextbus.com.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE | BlueGo Visit tahoetransportation.org.

Sightseeing LAKE TAHOE | TRUCKEE

East Shore

Open until mid October | thunderbirdtahoe.org Thunderbird Lodge is 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. No on-site parking. Tours by reservation only.

Vikingsholm Castle

It’s the perfect weather for a scenic hike as the seasons begin to change.

KidZone Children’s Museum

Tahoe Maritime Museum

Truckee

Tues.-Sun. | Locals’ first Tues. half price Closed Sept. 6-21 (530) 587-5437 | kidzonemuseum.org For kids up to age 7 with interactive exhibits, science & art classes, the BabyZone for new-borns to 18 months & the Jungle Gym for toddlers and older. TART

Homewood

Thurs.-Tues.

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

Tahoe Science Center

Incline Village

Tues.-Fri. & by appt. | Free (775) 881-7566 | tahoesciencecenter.org University of California, Davis, science education center at Sierra Nevada college. Exhibits include a virtual research boat, biology lab, 3D movies and docent-led tours. Ages 8+. TART

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

Truckee Railroad Museum

Truckee

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

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

Museum of Sierra Ski History & the 1960 Olympic Winter Games Tahoe City

Visitors’ Centers

Lake Tahoe Museum

South Lake Tahoe

Kings Beach

Daily | Free Features official 1960 Winter Olympic items such as skis, promotional literature, collection of official Olympic photographer Bill Briner.

Learn the history of skiing in the Sierra. Inside Boatworks Mall. TART

Old Jail Museum

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

Incline Village 969 Tahoe Blvd., (800) 468-2463

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

Stateline

Truckee

169 Hwy. 50, (775) 588-4591

Weekends until mid Sept.

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

Olympic Museum

Tahoe City 100 North Lake Blvd., (530) 581-6900

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

U.S. Forest Service, Incline Village

Olympic Valley

855 Alder Ave., (775) 831-0914 (Wed.-Fri.)

Sat.-Sun. until Oct. 4 (800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Squaw Valley, host of the VIII Winter Olympic Games in 1960, celebrates its Olympic History with the symbolic Tower of Nations and Olympic Flame at the entrance to the valley. The Olympic Museum at High Camp features historic memorabilia and photographs. Tram ticket required. TART

U.S. Forest Service, South Lake Tahoe 35 College Dr., (530) 543-2600

U.S. Forest Service, Tahoe City 3080 N. Lake Blvd., (530) 583-3593 (Fridays)

U.S. Forest Service, Truckee 10811 Stockrest Springs Road, (530) 587-3558

LAKE LEVELS Lake Tahoe

Readings taken on Friday, September 4, 2015

Natural rim 6,223’

RESERVOIR CAPACITY

Elevation 6,222.23’ | Elevation in 2014 6,223.44’

APA PA AC CIT ITY TY: 40,870 Boca 4,155 CAPA

Stampede 31,197

CAPACITY: CAP

Measured in Acre Feet (AF)

226,500

A Prosser 7,588 CAPACITY: 29,840

Donner 6,013

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9,500

CI Independence 15,770 CAPACITY: 18,300

Martis 813 CAPACITY:Y 20,400

Truckee River

Measured in Cubic Feet Per Second (CFS)

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South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe

(530) 543-2674 | fs.usda.gov Features Stream Profile Chamber to view slice of Taylor Creek, nature trails & more. Summer programs.

200,000 AF

Explore Tahoe

Taylor Creek Visitor Center

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

150,000 AF

West Shore

Open through Labor Day | Guided tours Saturdays (530) 583-3279 | terc.ucdavis.edu This 1920s-era building features a history of the field station, current UC Davis research projects, interactive exhibits and demonstration garden. Ages 8+. TART

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Eagle Rock

North Shore

100,000 AF

Drive through one of the area’s natural wonders - Cave Rock, the neck of an old volcano.

The area is named for the small caves above Highway 50 that were cut by waves when Lake Tahoe was 200 feet higher during the ice ages.

Tahoe City Field Station

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East Shore

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Cave Rock

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OUT & ABOUT

Hiking

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“ It is not the mountain we conquer –Edmund Hillary but ourselves.”

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East Shore

SECRET HARBOR & CHIMNEY BEACH Easy | 3 miles RT Follow the trail to Chimney Beach trail and follow the trail to the end and over a group of boulders to reach the sandy beaches of Secret Harbor (the wooden steps off the trail lead to the nude beach at Secret Cove). West end of picnic area across from Emerald Bay, Hwy. 28, 5.91 miles south of Incline Village.

North Shore

STATELINE LOOKOUT Easy | .5 miles RT This short hike offers superb views of Lake Tahoe.

A short, self-guided nature trail explains the history of the North Shore. Take Hwy. 28 to Crystal Bay and turn left on Reservoir Drive, just past the Tahoe Biltmore Casino. Turn right on Lakeview Avenue, then park before the gate (do not block gate or driveways). May drive to the top when gate is open.

West Shore CASCADE LAKE

Moderate | 1.4 miles RT This boulder-strewn hike takes hikers to the waterfall descending from Desolation Wilderness into Cascade Lake.

The falls are raging in the spring and are often a trickle by late summer. Since the trail is exposed to the sun throughout the day, save this hike for the morning or early evening. This will be a workout for your knees. Near the end of the trail, walk up a large, flat boulder to the top of a hill where the trail can become confusing. Look for wooden posts marking the trail. Trailhead at end of Bayview Campground off Hwy. 89, 21.5 miles south of Tahoe City. Not recommended for small children or small dogs.

EAGLE ROCK Moderate | 1 mile RT | Dogs not recommended 6.5 miles south of Tahoe City on Hwy. 89. Dirt area for parking on west side of road. Quick hike to the top of a volcanic outcropping offers panoramic views of the area.

EAGLE FALLS & LAKE

Easy to moderate | 4-6 miles RT The hike to Page Meadows is a local favorite because of its easy access and beautiful scenery. You can start the hike to Page Meadows from 64 Acres along the Tahoe Rim Trail. Starting from the 64 Acres parking lot, just south of the Tahoe City wye on Hwy. 89, follow the road along the Truckee River. The paved section turns to a dirt road and after passing the second gate and crossing a small creek, you’ll see the familiar Tahoe Rim Trail blue marker.

Follow the TRT through several gentle switchbacks as you begin to climb. The trail will pass above Granlibakken and continue along the TRT. The climb continues for the first 2 miles until you reach an intersection of trails. Follow the TRT marker for Ward Creek Road for about 1 mile until you reach the meadows. Follow the trail back to 64 Acres.

For an easy, 4-mile alternative, take Hwy. 89 south of Tahoe City for 2 miles and turn right on Pineland Drive. Take the left fork at Twin Peak Road, which turns into Ward Creek Boulevard, for 1.5 miles until you see an unmarked, gated road. Park on either side and follow the trail; do not block the gate. TART

Mileage is roundtrip, with levels based on family access. All trails are heavily used on weekends.

Moderate | 9 miles RT | No dogs Hike starts at Calawee Cove at D.L. Bliss State Park or Emerald Bay. Trail follows cliffs and coves along Lake Tahoe, nesting ospreys and eagles, short side trail to Rubicon Lighthouse. Although the lighthouse was only used from 1916 to 1919 to warn sailors of the dangerous rocks just below the water’s surface, during its short use the lighthouse was considered the world’s highest elevation maritime navigation light. Parking fee.

TAHOE RIM TRAIL 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 difficulty, with a 10 percent average grade and elevations ranging from 6,300 to 10,333’. The trail is marked with light-blue triangular Tahoe Rim Trail markers. There are eight trailheads around Lake Tahoe. Guided hikes are offered in the summer.

Visit tahoerimtrail.org for maps, guided hikes and descriptions.

REGIONAL HIKES ALPINE MEADOWS

FIVE LAKES Strenuous | 5 miles RT | Dogs prohibited May 15-July 15 Five Lakes is a great hike inside Granite Chief Wilderness, with the first 1 mile+ a steady ascent with great views of Alpine Meadows (be sure to stop and look back). Trailhead 1.8 miles up Alpine Meadows Road from Hwy. 89 on the right side across from the intersection with Deer Park Drive. Look for a well-worn path leading to the trail (designated by a large brown kiosk). Dogs prohibited during fawning season for deer.

OLYMPIC VALLEY

SHIRLEY CANYON & SHIRLEY LAKE Moderate-Strenuous | 5 miles RT This trail is your best bet for seeing how those snowy slopes look in summertime. This lovely hike follows a creek as it passes by waterfalls and spectacular granite boulders along Shirley Creek. 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 back to Squaw Valley (check schedule in advance).

Follow Squaw Valley Road from Hwy. 89 to the ski area, take a right at the Tram building onto Squaw Peak Road, park at the end (about half a mile up) and follow the sandy path at the end of the condo development to the trailhead.

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DONNER LAKE RIM TRAIL Strenuous | Up to 15 miles RT This trail is being built by the Truckee Donner Land Trust with volunteer labor. When complete, the Donner Lake Rim Trail will offer trail users a 23-mile loop through the high country surrounding Donner Lake. Visit tdlandtrust.org for access points.

GLACIER MEADOW LOOP Easy | .5 miles RT This is a short, self-guided nature loop offering a half-hour walk with informational signs along the way that explain how glacial action carved and polished the surface landscape. Take Interstate 80 West from Truckee to the Castle Peak/Boreal Ridge Road exit. Follow signs to the Tahoe National Forest Trailhead.

MARTIS CREEK WILDLIFE AREA Easy | 3 miles RT Loop through Martis Creek meadow for a level walk along the creek. Lots of dogs on this trail. Connects with Tompkins Memorial Trail. Off Hwy. 267, about 6 miles from Interstate 80. Look for Wildlife Viewing Area sign and turn right into the parking area. Dog waste required to be picked up.

PACIFIC CREST TRAIL/MOUNT JUDAH LOOP Moderate | 4.6 miles RT This 4.6-mile loop offers many excellent vista points on the way including awe-inspiring views from the summit of Mount Judah. There is a section of the loop that connects with the Pacific Crest Trail. Pack plenty of water. Take Soda Springs exit off Interstate 80 and follow Donner Pass Road for 3.7 miles and turn onto Mark Lake Road next to Sugar Bowl Academy. Follow signs for the PCT, and then Mount Judah.

TART: Bus & shuttle schedules at Visitors’ Centers, laketahoetransit.com, google.com/transit or nextbus.com. NOTE: Dogs must be on leash within 1 mile of USFS trailheads.

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The Butterfly Effect hosts a day of SUP, kayak and canoe at Kings Beach State Recreation Area with group paddles, a beach festival, lunch, yoga and more. $40 advance, $60 at event. | RSVP betheeffect.com

Boreal employee reunion Donner Lake

Word Jam Truckee

Former Boreal Ridge at Castle Peak general manager Jay Price is hosting an employee and managers reunion at his Donner Lake home from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in commemoration of Boreal’s 50th anniversary and in celebration of 40 years of service by John Booth. Hot dogs, beer and chips provided. Bring something to share. | RSVP (530) 587-3150

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Sierra Valley Farms hosts a farm to table dinner featuring Chef Michael Plapp. Dinner includes a four-course meal of farm-fresh food paired with wine and live music. Meet at 4:30 p.m. $125. | (530) 832-0114

SEPT. 12-13 | SATURDAY-SUNDAY Arts & Crafts festival Truckee

More than 50 artists will showcase an assortment of collectable arts including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, woodwork and photography during the Fine Arts and Crafts Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Bridge Street in Truckee. | (530) 525-2992

Kids & Horses Crystal Bay

Enjoy a fundraiser barbecue for Kids & Horses at the Crystal Bay Casino starting at 4 p.m. featuring live and silent auctions, whiskey tasting, line dancing, learning to rope a steer, raffle for a wheelbarrow of alcohol, live music by 16 Tons and more. $50, $150 VIP, $12 kids younger than 12. Tickets at The Potlatch, Bowl Incline and Mountain High Sandwich Co. | kidsandhorses.org

SEPT. 13 | SUNDAY Tahoe Big Year Outing Area venues

Join the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science to help look for birds during the Tahoe Big Year outing. Members only event; membership open to all. | tinsweb.org ...

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Thunderbird dinner East Shore

Thunderbird Lake Tahoe hosts a fundraising dinner featuring wines paired with the cuisine of local chefs. Tonight features Crystal Bay Casino Chef Even Carsman’s creations paired with Miner Family Winery. Includes reception, estate tour, auction, raffle and more. Limited seating. | RSVP thunderbirdtahoe.org

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Moderate | 2.5 miles+ RT | No dogs Steep descent to Vikingsholm Castle. 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, 18.2 miles south of Tahoe City. TART

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Moderate | 3 miles RT Great views of Lake Tahoe & Emerald Bay. Falls 5-minute walk from parking lot. Steady ascent to Eagle Lake. West end of picnic area across from Emerald Bay, Hwy. 89, 18.2 miles south of Tahoe City. TART

Events

Edible Garden Tour Truckee

Slow Food Lake Tahoe hosts its Edible Garden Tour from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. of local gardens of all types. Starts at Truckee Demonstration Garden. Light refreshments served. $15, $10 members, kids free. | slowfoodlaketahoe.org

Echo Summit hike South Lake Tahoe

The Nevada Museum of Art and Tahoe Rim Trail Association partnered to offer a series of guided hikes during the “Tahoe: A Visual History” exhibit. Long-time Museum docent and experienced trail builder Bob Anderson will reveal and discuss highlights along the trail as related to the artists and artworks featured in the exhibition. $10, free for museum and TRTA members.

Today’s hike is to Echo Summit. | nevadaart.org

High Fives Bocce Tournament Truckee

The High Fives Foundation hosts its 7th annual Bocce Tournament at the Truckee River Winery at 10 a.m. Teams of two compete for prizes. Lunch is provided. $125 per team. | RSVP bocce.highfivesfoundation.org

Lake Mary dinner Norden

Enjoy dining outside with scenic views during the last Lake Mary Cabin series at Sugar Bowl from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Benefits a local nonprofit. Open to public. | sugarbowl.com

Join the Word Jam that takes place at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Sundays at Dark Horse Coffee Roasters. Participants get 5 minutes to read a piece they have written. | (530) 386-3901

SEPT. 15 | TUESDAY Planning & adapting to climate change Truckee

Good Morning Truckee will address planning and adapting for climate change in Truckee.

Hear about initiatives under way to address climate change. Good Morning Truckee is held on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 a.m. at the Truckee Tahoe Airport. Tickets $10-$12. | (530) 587-8808

Creative Cocktail Truckee

The Painted Vine and silent A photography co-host a networking event from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. following by a Pray for Snow painting class. $10, $5 North Lake Tahoe chamber members for mixer; $25 for class. | RSVP painted-vine.com

SEPT. 16 | WEDNESDAY 55+ Bowling Night Incline Village

IVGID hosts a Bowling Night for 55+ from 4 to 6 p.m. at Bowl Incline with teams randomly formed for each event and no experience is required. $15, $12 with IVGID pass. | (775) 832-1310

Bikes pub crawl Tahoe City

It’s Rambo Party Production’s 4th annual Tight and Bright on Bikes Time Travel Pub Crawl, this year with four bars and four DJs. Meet at 7 p.m. at the Bridgetender in the brightest costumes and ride bikes through town with stops at Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema, Fat Cat Café and Moe’s. Each venue features a DJ playing music from different decades. First three stops are free. $5 cover for Moe’s. Ages 21+ | facebook.com/rambopartyproductions

SEPT. 17 | THURSDAY River talk Truckee

Learn about the Truckee River at a River Talk with Truckee River Watershed Council at 8 a.m.

RSVP (530) 550-8760, ext. 5. | truckeeriverwc.org

Beer pairing dinner Truckee

FiftyFifty Brewing Co. is hosting a monthly Beer Pairing Dinner Series. 21+. $65. RSVP (530) 587-2337

Writings of Isabel Allende Incline Village

Sierra Nevada College presents an Introduction to the Writing of Isabel Allende, in advance of her visit on Sept. 19, with June Sylvester Saraceno leading an hour-long session on Allende’s work, style and themes from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Prim Library. Open to everyone. | sierranevada.edu

Geologic history of Tahoe Incline Village

UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center hosts Courtney Brailo from UNR Nevada Seismological Lab to discuss faulting and geologic history of the region using newly acquired LiDAR imagery. Program begins at 6 p.m. $5 suggested donation. | (775) 881-7566

September 10-16, 2015

FEATURE

Trails & Vistas connects people, art & nature Story by Kirstin Guinn

Trails & Vistas Art Hikes Sept. 12 | Spooner Lake State Park Sept. 19 | Donner Ski Ranch

World Concert Sept. 12 | Sand Harbor State Park Jeff Engerbretson

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ombining visual and performance art

local landscapes, the Trails & Vistas Art Hikes invite attendees to get close, to see with new eyes and to breathe the mountain air more deeply.

The experience is all about fostering connection – to a place, to the earth and to people’s lives.

This year’s hikes will take place at Spooner Lake State Park on Sept. 12 and at Donner Ski Ranch on Sept. 19. Each hike showcases 12 art installations including dance, storytelling, live music and visual art. Each of the 24 collaborating artists relishes in the opportunity to perform directly in nature, creating the art installations specifically for the Trails & Vistas Art Hikes.

Jeff Engerbretson

Angelique Benecio, a performance artist and sculptor who has created an original piece each year for Trails & Vistas, describes her installation for this year, “It is a purely visual tale, meant to communicate with viewers on a more childlike, visceral level.

It’s all about life’s twists and turns, the unpredictable experiences are often the ones that change us most profoundly. Our bravest adventures, no matter how difficult they seem at the time, end up being our most beautiful life moments.”

For the participant, the experience is so much more than going to a gallery or taking a hike. The Art Hikes don’t simply combine

the two, each experience elevates the other.

Participants find themselves slowly disengaging from the rush of their normal lives, recalibrating their senses to feel the wind, and smelling the sage while experiencing the rich, heartfelt and powerfully uplifting performances.

“It allows us to do something we have mostly forgotten to do – to recognize nature, honor the earth we live on, and

Sept. 12 as the final installment of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Encore Series.

The World Concert is a benefit for the Trails & Vistas Art in Nature Field Trips for 400 local, third-grade students with cosponsor, Sand Harbor Nevada State Park.

“The Art in Nature field trips inspire to improve our student’s quality of life. They encourage greater creative activity through interaction between art and environment

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“It allows us to do something we have mostly forgotten to do – to recognize nature, honor the earth we live on, and especially to take time to listen to the songs of the Earth.” especially to take time to listen to the songs of the Earth,” says Molly Shem, who has attended the Art Hike each year since its inception.

Highlights of this year’s Art Hike performances include Benecio, John Muir storyteller Garth Gilchrist, violinist Scarlet Rivera, Grammy Award-winning musicians of Pacific Mambo Orchestra, Tahoe’s Peter Joseph Burtt, jazz harpist Motoshi Kosako, Ian Ethan, Tahoe Flow Arts, InnerRhythms Dance, environmental artist Jane Jenny, and more.

New this year, the Sept. 19 Art Hike on Donner Summit will be followed by an afterparty on the deck of Donner Ski Ranch, host sponsor of the Donner Summit Art Hike. The after-party is open to all hike participants and will feature additional performances by double-neck guitarist Ethan and one of the world’s most prominent and versatile violinists, Scarlet Rivera.

Benefit World Concert at Sand Harbor In addition to the Art Hikes, Trails & Vistas presents the World Concert on

and foster a stronger community identity through direct interaction with the arts, poetry writing and environmental studies,” says Nancy Tieken Lopez, executive director of the nonprofit Trails & Vistas.

Headlining the World Concert is the Grammy-winning Latin big band Pacific Mambo Orchestra from San Francisco, whose contemporary vitality is anchored in the mambo tradition of the 1950s.

Opening the World Concert will be many of the musicians from the Spooner Lake Art Hike including Ethan, whose rare prowess on the double-necked guitar, along with his multi-layered compositions, has begun to establish the instrument’s musical validity perhaps more so than the work of any other artist.

Other performances include the soulful blues of Peter Joseph Burtt, explosive power of Tsurunokai Taiko, violinist Rivera, Angelika Healing Music, bagpiper Sean Cummings and jazz harpist Motoshi Kosako. Susie Alexander, a performance painter, will be creating several works inspired by the music on the stage, which will be auctioned during intermission.  This article was submitted by Trails & Vistas.

Jeff Engerbretson

Tickets to the Art Hikes are $45 for adults and $12 for children ages 4 to 10 years. Tickets for the World Concert range from $23 to $68. Volunteers are welcome for the Art Hikes on Sept. 12 and 19.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit trailsandvistas.org.

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Creating kinetic art Story by Priya Hutner

Fred Besch

Besch has raced his kinetic bikes in the Kinetic Grand Championship held in Arcadia. The race is a three-day, 42-mile event in which each kinetic vehicle crosses sand, water and pavement using humanpeddle power.

Fred Besch & Amye Cole ride Besch’s creation “Tron.”

Fred Besch and his partner Amye Cole on his sculpture in downtown Truckee.

F

red Besch is a brilliant and creative artist. Growing up with four brothers on a 130-acre farm in Upstate New York, selling hay and grass-fed beef and lamb, Besch was fascinated with all things mechanical from an early age.

Before he could drive, Besch convinced his father to take him to the local mechanic shop, Steve’s Automotive, to ask if he could work there. At 13, Besch wanted to learn how to build and race cars. Steve Wick took Besch under his wing.

“My mentors growing up were Steve Wicks and Don Ackner. Steve was the main reason I could race, he later became my crew chief later in my dirt track racing career and Don was a top driver and champion from my home track. He maintained his car at Steve’s automotive.

He let me be part of his pit crew before I was old enough to race my own car,” Besch explained.

“ I love how things come together and seeing how they work.”

Besch received his masters in landscape architecture, and started his own landscape company in upstate New York and eventually moved to Truckee. A landscape contractor, Besch owns Earthworks, a Truckeebased landscape construction company that also provides excavation work. It’s no surprise that he drives big machinery for a living.

Fred Besch during his racing days.

He purchased his first racecar for $50.

“I installed a roll cage and rebuilt the engine, I raced it two weeks after my fifteenth birthday,” Besch said. “I got lapped eight times and didn’t even care.” Besch has raced in Daytona and Watkins Glen and continued racing until he was in late 20s.

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Exploring kinetic sculpture Burning Man has been inspirational to Besch. Inspired by the creativity and ingenuity of artists on the playa, Besch says that he was transformed. This experience led him to create kinetic bike sculptures and he’s created three bikes to date and has plans for a fourth.

“I love how things come together and seeing how they work,” he said.

What struck me while speaking with Besch was his depth of curiosity. When he meets people he poses a different type of question then what do you do. He digs a bit deeper much like his excavation work, “I don’t ask people what they do, I ask them what are you into? It opens up a whole different discussion.”

Besch has inspired other folks to follow their heart and dreams and create their own magic with art cars and kinetic bikes.

His latest art creation, a Kinetic Bike Sculpture, was commissioned by the town of Truckee and was recently installed next to The Flying A in downtown. It was installed as part of Bricklletown’s Phase 1 revitalization program.

Besch, ever generous and kind, is always paying it forward to the people in his life that have supported him along the way.

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September 10-16, 2015

Gone Fishin’

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“The kids learn about tackle, knot tying, fly-casting, streamside entomology, trout, the primary quarry in our area, and stream ecology.”

Two years ago, the San Francisco Fly Casting Club’s John Jones approached Dick Gander to offer their private facility on the Truckee River downstream of the Glenshire bridge. As Mike Brugh, chairman of the Youth Casting Program put it, “It was a no brainer to take them up on their offer.”

The San Francisco club had been looking for a way to provide some community outreach and this looked to be a perfect opportunity for them. The collaboration has been wonderful, according to everyone that has been involved.

FISHING REPORT (See Sightseeing for water levels)

Lake Tahoe | Fishing has been fair to good

for mackinaw. A guide is highly recommended if you are fishing for mackinaw for the first time.

Toplining and shore fishing is fair. Most shore fishermen use inflated nightcrawlers.

Little Truckee River | The flow has been

lowered to 47 cfs. While this is a fishable flow, I am suggesting that you give the fish a rest. It will be lowered to 15 cfs for habitat improvement work any time. With this being the only fishable stream around it will likely get too much pressure. Consider fishing in alternative waters.

Martis Lake | Zero kill. Catch and Release only with barbless artificial lures or flies. Fishing is the best early in the season and again the fall.

With the warming water, the fishing here is slow.

Try fishing it again in the fall.

Prosser | Fishing has been fair. Anglers using bait, lures and flies have all caught fish. Flyfishermen have done well near the inlet areas.

Bass fishing has been fair.

Stampede | Fishing has been fair. The ramp

Catching trout on the San Francisco Fly Caster’s water on the Truckee River. | Courtesy Tahoe Truckee Fly Fishers

The San Francisco club provides their facility, have provided lunch for both days of classes, and allow the kids to fish their private section of the Truckee River.

“They have been wonderful hosts and we look forward to our continued collaboration,” says Brugh.

The kids learn about tackle, knot tying, fly-casting, streamside entomology, trout, the primary quarry in our area, and stream ecology. Kids are also paired with an experience angler/guide and fish the waters.

The kids get a pretty thorough education that was obvious during the fishing portion of the class. All had a great time, and caught fish and released them.

is not usable for larger boats. Nightcrawlers, Powerbait and lures have all produced from shore. Fly-fishermen have been doing well near the inlets with nymphs and streamers. The Kokanee fishing has been fair for those getting out. Smallmouth bass fishing has been fair.

Truckee River | Not flowing out of the lake at Tahoe City. The flows through Truckee are at 9 cfs. The flow from Boca downstream to the state line is running between 94 and 104 cfs. Flows are too low for this river now. Please target alternative water and other species such as bass or carp.

Davis and Frenchman | Fishing has slowed.

It will improve in about a few weeks when waters cool.

Bruce is a long-time area fly-fisherman and past president of Tahoe Truckee Fly Fishers. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com to read more.

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Boca | Inflow is at 47 cfs and the outflow is 71

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Cliff Frazier Memorial Youth Fly Fishing Class since 2006. The class introduces a group of local kids to fly-fishing.

It was named after the late Cliff Frazier, a long-time member of the Tahoe Truckee Fly Fishers and an individual that gave much of his time to help newcomers to the sport. Frazier would go out of his way to help people new to fly-fishing. He met many an angler on the water and as a result, many joined the club to become great members. As a result, the Youth Fly Fishing Class fittingly bears his name.

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A fly-tying class. | Courtesy Tahoe Truckee Fly Fishers

The list of volunteers is lengthy. John Marcacci leads the fly-tying and casting sessions, Larry Donnenwirth leads the tackle session, and Jon Biaochi did a session on bugs. Key leadership for Tahoe Truckee Fly Fishers are Gander and Brugh, and for Jones for the San Francisco Club.

Classes are through the Truckee Donner Recreation Department and are for kids in grades five through nine. For information on next year’s classes, check Youth Programs at tdrpd.com.

Congratulations to both clubs. This is a wonderful program to introduce youth to the sport of fly-fishing. 

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LAKE FOREST

8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. $15-$20. Pass available. Restrooms. One-way exit only after closing.

Hwy. 28, Bottom of Coon St. in Kings Beach Hwy. 28, Bottom of National Ave. (530) 583-3796

1.5 miles east of Tahoe City, off Hwy. 28 AREA LAKES

DONNER LAKE

(530) 582-7720

I-80, Donner Lake exit

PROSSER RSVR.

(530) 587-3558

Hwy. 89, 2 miles north of Truckee

BOCA/STAMPEDE RSVR.

(530) 587-3558 I-80, Hirschdale exit

$10 California boats, $15 out-of-state boats. $3 parking. Season pass $70 California, $120 out-of-state. Restrooms.

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

45 mph speed limit. No launching fee. $10 parking. Subject to closure during low water levels.

PUBLIC PIERS Public piers are free, but have limited space; often limited to loading and unloading.

DONNER LAKE

DONNER LAKE

I-80, Donner Lake exit

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

LAKE TAHOE

GAR WOODS

Carnelian Bay

KINGS BEACH

Bottom of Coon St.

SKYLANDIA PARK

Lake Forest

Access to restaurant, small beaches. Restrooms.

Busy pier adjacent to town, public beach, picnic sites. Restrooms.

Small beach, picnic facilities. Restrooms.

KASPIAN PICNIC AREA West Shore

Between Tahoe City and Homewood. Picnic area, beach. Restrooms.

GROVE STREET

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

Center of Tahoe City

SUGAR PINE POINT

Tahoma

Hiking, Ehrman Mansion tours, nature trail. Restrooms.

BOAT INSPECTIONS LAKE TAHOE

MANDATORY INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR LAKE TAHOE, ECHO LAKES & FALLEN LEAF LAKE. (888) 824-6267 or tahoeboatinspections.com | Fees $30-$121; 7-day pass available. | Daily 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

EAST SHORE SPOONER SUMMIT: Junction of Hwys. 28 & 50. No vessels more than 30’.

NORTH SHORE ALPINE MEADOWS: Hwy. 89 at Alpine Meadows Road. | TRUCKEE : Hwy. 267 off Airport Rd., Thurs.-Sun. only.

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

WEST SHORE HOMEWOOD: Hwy. 89 at Homewood Mountain Resort. CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. TRUCKEE AREA

truckeeboatinspections.com | (530) 582-2361 Mandatory inspections will be required for all vessels for Donner Lake by appointment only. $10-$45. Annual pass available. (530) 582-7724.

Mandatory self inspections are in place at Prosser, Boca, Jackson Meadows & Stampede reservoirs.

Call (530) 546-5995, ext. 100, to be listed in Marinas.

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EAST SHORE

CHIMNEY BEACH | SECRET COVE SAND HARBOR STATE PARK

Hwy. 28, 5.9 miles south of Incline Vlg.

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Martial arts classes begin

SANDY BEACH

A gentle introduction to Aikido from instructors Sally Jones and Kahill Johnson focuses on how to create harmony and cooperation. For ages 13 and older, classes will be on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from September to December. The cost is $45 per month for unlimited classes, $25 per month for one class per week and $10 for drop-ins.

Karate, taught by Tony Alteri, Sensei, focuses on conditioning and cardio, kumite, kata and weapons. Classes for ages 11 and younger are Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m., and are $65 per month. Classes for ages 12 and older are Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m., and are $75 per month. Advanced classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. There is an optional Saturday class from 10 to 11:30 a.m. All classes are offered at Truckee’s Community Recreation Center. | (530) 582-7720 or tdrpd.org

TAHOE VISTA RECREATION AREA CARNELIAN BAY BEACH PATTON LANDING

Hwy. 28, at Onyx Street

COMMONS BEACH HERITAGE PLAZA

Hwy. 28, in Tahoe City behind the old fire station

Hwy. 28, Downtown Tahoe City

LAKE FOREST BEACH

Off Lake Forest Road, 1.5 miles east of Tahoe City

Off Lake Forest Road, east of Tahoe City

Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District offers many ways in which to encourage your child’s artistic skills: Handbuilding Ceramics, for ages 6 through 12, is on Mondays starting Sept.

14 or on Thursdays, starting Sept. 10 from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. Class fees are $11 when paid in advance or $12 for drop ins.

Material fees are $20.

Nature Art, for grades 2 through 5, will expose children to various mediums using nature as an inspiration. The class is on Wednesdays, starting Sept. 23, from 3:45 to 5:30 p.m. The cost is $100, plus $25 for materials.

Holiday Ceramics is for ages 3 and older on Nov. 7 and Nov. 21 from 9:30 to 12 p.m. Start a project in one class and finish it in the next. The class is $22 per date, plus $6 materials fee. | (530) 5827720 or tdrpd.org

WEE play for infants, toddlers and parents takes place from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays in the Rideout Kids’ Play Room in Tahoe City. Children can play games and explore as well as make music and art. The cost is $2. Punch cards are available. | (530) 583-3440

64-ACRE PARK

Kids can act, sing and dance

D.L. BLISS STATE PARK

Truckee Community Theater, Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District and Truckee Community Youth Chorus are partnering up this fall to offer a workshop that will culminate in a play and choral performance: “Cinderella, KIDS.” Children, grades 3 to 6, who enroll in the workshop are automatically in the play, which offers many acting, singing and dancing parts. Speaking roles will be assigned at the first meeting on Sept. 24 at Truckee’s Community Arts Center. Information on parts, a list of the musical numbers and summary of the story may be found on the Web site. The workshop will run on Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:30 p.m. until Dec. 10. The play performance is on Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. The choral performances are on Dec. 12 and 13. The fee is $175. The instructors are Courtney Simson and Susan Horst. | truckeecommunitytheater.com or tdrpd.org

ELIZABETH WILLIAMS PARK

It’s OK to get messy The KidZone Museum hosts Messy Family Fun on Fridays at 10 a.m. for kids of all ages. Families can engage in a sticky, gooey project, building, constructing, stamping, cutting, gluing, molding and, most importantly, exploring. The program is free with museum admission or membership. | kidzonemuseum.org

Fall, winter swim classes offered Youth swim lessons for ages 5 to 17 will be offered two evenings per week for four weeks and Saturday mornings for eight weeks, starting Oct. 5. There are a variety of sessions being offered at Truckee Community Pool.

Register at Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District or online. First day of all lessons is a test swim. Swim levels are dependent on age and ability, and run from beginning basics to primary skills, stroke readiness, stroke development and swim team preparation.

During school holidays, the pool will be open for combo swims for $3 per resident child or $4 per nonresident child. Proof of residency must be show at the time of drop-in. | (530) 587-7720 or tdrpd.org

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

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Junior All-Star and Quick Start tennis clinics offer aspiring tennis players, ages 4 to 12, a chance to learn and improve their game at the Incline Village Tennis Complex. Sessions are Sept. 14 to Oct. 1. | yourtahoeplace.com.

Hwy. 28, at National Avenue

Hwy. 28, next to Gar Woods

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Bring out the artist in your child

Music Together Family is for ages 5 to 7 on Fridays, Sept. 11 to Nov. 13, from 4 to 5 p.m. at Truckee’s Community Recreation Center. The fee is $150, plus $40 for materials; drops-ins are $15. | (530) 5877720 or tdrpd.org

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Families make music together

Hwy. 28, at the top of National Avenue

Lake Forest Road, 2.5 miles east of Tahoe City Hwy. 89, just south of Tahoe City

TAHOE CITY DOG PARK

Grove Street

WILLIAM KENT BEACH

Hwy. 89, 2.5 miles south of Tahoe City

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Hwy. 89, 3.5 miles south of Tahoe City

MARIE SLUCHAK PARK MEEKS BAY

Hwy. 89, 4 miles south of Tahoe City

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SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK

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Hwy. 267, 1 mile south of Truckee Airport

RIVER VIEW SPORTS PARK

12200 Joerger Drive

TRUCKEE RIVER REGIONAL PARK

Hwy. 267, .25 miles south of Truckee

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DONNER MEMORIAL STATE PARK SHORELINE PARK WEST END BEACH

I-80 Donner Lake exit

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INCLINE VILLAGE | (775) 832-1300 | inclinerecreation.com 18-hole course at Incline Park at 980 Incline Way. Free. Daily. TART

OLYMPIC VALLEY | (530) 583-6985 | squaw.com 18-hole course at Squaw Valley’s High Camp. Disc rentals. TART

TAHOE VISTA | (530) 546-4212 | northtahoeparks.com 18-hole course at North Tahoe Regional Park, off National Avenue. Parking $5. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

TRUCKEE | (530) 582-7720 | tdrpd.com 18-hole course at Truckee River Regional Park, off Brockway Road. Dogs must be on leash. Free. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

TRUCKEE | (530) 550-2225 >

18 holes at Sierra College Campus. Free. Daily dawn-dusk. TART

SKATE PARKS

TRUCKEE | (530) 582-7720 > Truckee River Regional Park with several bowls with a spine and channel, a long rail and ledges. Knee and elbow pads and helmets required. Free. Daily dawn-10 p.m. TART INCLINE VILLAGE | (775) 832-1300 >

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

September 10-16, 2015

Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of announcements.

Looking for local talent

Wellness series offers relief

Truckee Community Theater is holding auditions for the Tony Award-winning dramatic play, “The Crucible,” by Arthur Miller. Heralded by critics as one of the greatest American plays of all time, it was written in response to the McCarthy-era hearings in which people were blacklisted if suspected of being communists — as Miller himself was. Set in Salem, it is the dramatic and chilling story of innocent people accused of witchcraft and hung for their alleged crimes. TCT is casting more than 20 adults and older teens.

There are many speaking roles available.

There is no fee to try out. Auditions will be held at the Community Arts Center auditorium in downtown Truckee at 10046 Church St. from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Sept. 10. The director is Kane Schaller. | truckeecommunitytheater.com

Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District is offering a wellness series geared to help those with aches in specific areas.

Fixing Arm and Shoulder is on Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. It will offer active release techniques for arthritis, tendinitis, tennis elbow and more. The fee is $25.

Fixing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is on Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. covering causes, anatomy and solutions for the syndrome.

The fee is $25.

Fixing the Shoulder is on Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. It is designed to give the most recent information in the evaluation and treatment of selected shoulder disorders.

The fee is $25.

Fixing Back Pain is on Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. and will focus on the tools you need to get better and stay better. The fee is $35. | (530) 582-7720 or tdprd.org

Teachers and staff honored

Community input needed

Excellence in Education Foundation announced the recipients of the 2015-16 Linda Brown Fellows and Star Awards of the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District.

The Linda Brown Fellow program, named for a past TTUSD teacher and past president of Excellence in Education, is presented to outstanding teachers who are original, innovative and dedicated. Recipients are Dean Nordby and Jamey Hinkle, North Tahoe High School; Laura Des Lauriers, District Ski Academy and Brienne Lopez, Alder Creek Middle School.

The Star Award recognizes TTUSD staff that affect he lives of students by providing outstanding support. Star Award recipients are Catherine Larkins, Lynn Thomas and Cattarina Teles of Alder Creek Middle School; Janine Davis, Transportation; and Ryan Glenn of Kings Beach Elementary School. | exined.org

Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce will hold a community workshop on Sept.

16 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Glenshire Clubhouse. Participants will be asked for input on how to develop a Truckee brand to drive visitation, year-round residents and business growth that diversifies the economy, hear about new projects and take a Truckee Brand survey. | truckeechamber.com

Furry BFF training set for fall Basic Companionship is for dogs 5 months and older that have had no formal training and Puppy Training is for puppies up to 5 months old. Both classes are being offered on Tuesdays, Sept. 15 through Oct. 20 or Oct. 27 to Dec. 8, from 7 to 8 p.m. Instructor Jeanie Collins Duffield is a certified professional dog trainer and behavioral consultant with 30 years experience. The fee is $165. | beyondobedience.com

ArtWalk tickets on sale Tickets are on sale for Art & Soul Downtown Truckee ArtWalk on Sept. 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. Enjoy live music, local art, craft beer and food tastings as you stroll in the historic downtown. Tickets are $30 and are available online or from Cabona’s and Cooking Gallery. | historictruckee.com

Audition dates set “Twas the Night Before Christmas” auditions are open on Sept. 18 and Sept.

19 to anyone who loves to perform. Times of auditions vary according to roles. There is no cost for auditioning, but there will be a $100 rehearsal fee.

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” auditions, for ages 8 to 80, will be held Sept. 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. Rehearsals will be on Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

All auditions will be held at Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District Community Arts Center. | truckeecommunitytheater.org

Announcements

OUT & ABOUT

Courtesy Kids & Horses

Jamboree BBQ benefits Kids & Horses Enjoy the 16th Annual Jamboree BBQ fundraiser for Kids & Horses at the Crystal Bay Casino starting at 4 p.m. on Sept. 12 featuring live and silent auctions, whiskey tasting, line dancing, learning to rope a steer, raffle for a wheelbarrow of alcohol, live music by 16 Tons and more. Tickets are $50, $150 for VIP, and $12 for kids younger than 12.

Tickets are available at The Potlatch, Bowl Incline and Mountain High Sandwich Co. | kidsandhorses.org

Web site for North Tahoe Lakers DigitalTown.com announces the launch of northtahoelakers.com, a new Web site for the Lakers’ community. The site features news and information for Lakers’ fans, including scores, schedules, photos, videos, live streams, a community directory and archival content. Registered members will receive a free northtahoelakers.com e-mail address and LakerBucks account that allows members to send and receive funds commission free. A mobile app will be released shortly. Visitors can explore the site free of charge and businesses can advertise on the site. In addition, there are openings for writers, photographers, videographers and advertising salespeople.

Jack Londgren is the community manager. | northtahoelakers.com

Support cross-country center Tahoe Cross Country is seeking donations to help support the work of the nonprofit cross-country center and its ski education programs. As well, a local community member has pledged a match-

ing donation for any donation made by the community if $40,000 can be raised.

Donations are used to cover fixed costs like insurance, fees and minimum salaries in order to open for the 2015-16 season, and to replace equipment like the 12-year-old groomer. | tahoexc.org

Adult rec leagues are back

Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District offers a number of adult sports at the Community Recreation Center.

Basketball is offered Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Evening drop-in starts Tuesdays and Thursdays on Sept. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m.

For those 50 years old and older, there are Tuesday drop-ins from 6 to 7:30 p.m. starting Nov. 3 at Veterans’ Hall.

Futsal is offered Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. starting Sept. 30. Pickleball is offered ongoing Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Volleyball is on Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. starting Sept. 21. | (530) 582-7720

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I San Onofre when a friend named Bur n the spring of 1950, I was surfing at

rhead drove up in a shiny, new Chevrolet panel delivery truck. It was the perfect surfing wagon and he had already converted the inside into what I thought was the perfect apartment on wheels.

I had 37 rolls of exposed Kodachrome film that I was somehow going to convert into a feature-length ski film. Once I did that, I knew I would be traveling a lot and if I got a truck like this I could live in it while I was traveling and showing this new ski film about Squaw Valley the first winter.

I quickly sold my worn out Ford business Coupe, got a short-term small loan from my grandmother and proudly drove away in a fire engine red, 1950 Chevy panel delivery truck. This was the first new automobile of my life and for an extra $150 added onto the $1,300 purchase price I was able to buy all the bells and whistles in my new apartment on wheels.

I drove the truck and lived in it at ski resort parking lots from Southern California to British Columbia and as far east as Stowe, Vermont.

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I had a nice bed in it, a stove to cook on, ample storage space for skis, plus my projector and camera equipment and my horizon was as far as .18 cents-a-gallon gasoline could take me.

During the winter of 1950-51 while I was just getting the film business under way, I pounded nails Monday through Friday, then picked up three or four people and we drove to Mammoth Mountain for a weekend of filming. They bought the gas for the 700-mile round trip and a 1,000mile oil change and I had enough left over gas to get to my job site during the week.

I have a photograph of the truck buried under 6 or 8 inches of snow, icicles hanging everywhere and parked next to the lodge at Squaw Valley over the Thanksgiving weekend of 1951.

In 1953, while sleeping in the parking lot at Aspen, I met a fellow who lived in an exclusive suburb north of Chicago and wanted me to show my film to his son’s private school.

Since I was driving to New York City anyway, why not?

I did feel a little awkward, however, when he had me park in the alley behind his three-car garage so the neighbors wouldn’t see my truck, but the trash truck woke me up at 5:30 the next morning.

I got up, cooked breakfast and began the rest of the trip to New York City.

The more than 3,000-mile trip from Los Angeles to New York City took two or three days less than I had planned on so I took a side trip north to Stowe to film and was able to include an Eastern ski resort in my third ski film. Fortunately for me, Vermont was not its usual-belowzero temperature.

My overhead to travel to a show was just the 16 to 18 cents-a-gallon gasoline and food that I cooked on my Coleman stove in the kitchen of the truck.

One night, I did a free show for a famous movie star who lived on the beach in Santa Monica.

After I unloaded all of my equipment, her butler had me park a block or so away from where she live for the same reason as the guy in Chicago. As soon as they finished dinner, we started the show.

Did I care? Absolutely not because every night that I slept in that truck I saved enough money on dinner, motel and breakfast to buy yet another roll of Kodachrome for my already planned, next feature film.

I finally unloaded the big red truck after the speedometer registered 25,000 miles for the second time around, or a total of 125,000 miles.

My wife, Laurie, kids me about being content living in a truck, a small motorhome or a trailer. I see nothing wrong with that attitude because the more stuff you have, the more time it takes to take care of it and to move.

The big red truck had twice the amount of space that I was given when I went aboard my first Navy ship at Guadalcanal.

For some reason, my three children never owned or lived in a truck, but then why should they? They grew up living on the beach in Southern California and enjoyed free ski trips. They still act like the ski areas should put them up for free. That’s the unfortunate entitlement attitude of Southern California.

If you want to give your children a great graduation from college present, buy them a truck to live in and give them a gasoline credit card and tell them you’ll see them in a year to take back the credit card and they’ll have to start making payments on the truck. Why not?

Some of the most enjoyable moments of my life have been when I woke up in the morning in that big red truck and it was buried in 18 inches of powder snow, under a cobalt blue sky and I had plenty of film to capture that beauty instead of having spent the money for room and board. n Warren Miller is history’s most prolific and enduring ski filmmaker. Visit warrenmiller.net or his Facebook page at facebook.com/warrenmiller. Read more of Warren’s stories at TheTahoeWeekly.com.

September 10-16, 2015

FEATURE

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Mount Judah Story & photos by Priya Hutner

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ne of my favorite hikes is the Mount Judah Loop on Donner Summit, which is also part of the Pacific Crest Trail. To gain access to the trailhead, drive up to Donner Summit via Old 40 and turn left at the Sugar Bowl Academy and follow Lake Mary Road, where you’ll see the trailhead on the left side. There is ample parking here, as well.

I hiked Mount Judah recently with my good friend Chris Clark. We undertook the loop around 10 a.m. The hike starts on the PCT with an obvious, maintained trail. Good hiking shoes and water are advised. The first mile of this hike the trail is rocky and narrow.

“There are beautiful rock

Mt. Judah Loop 4.6 miles round trip Moderate Also open to horseback riding

formations and exceptional views of Anderson Peak and Tinker’s Knob to the south, and Castle Peak and Sierra Buttes to the north.”

The trail offers sweeping views of Donner Summit, Lake Mary and the surrounding area as you ascend on the switch back. Best to stop to take in the scenery and then pay attention to your footing as you start to hike up the rocky terrain. In the spring through the summer, the wildflowers are breathtaking all along this hike.

Donner Lake shines in the background from the Mount Judah trail with Chris Clark.

There are two ways to circumambulate the summit. We chose the path to our left. The ground evens out here. The hike took us back into the woods again for a bit and then onto a fire road where the trail led up to the backside of Mount Judah where beautiful views of Donner Lake can be had. Continuing up the backside of the mountain, the trail switchbacks to the summit. Stop to check out the sign at Roller Pass, this was significant point on the Overland Emigrant Trail where the early settlers passed on their trek West.

Views of Lake Mary and Lake Van Norden from the Pacific Crest Trail.

hat. This is a great spot to take photos and stop for lunch.

It’s all downhill from here. We started our hike back down after offering to take some photos of tourists. Along the way we met, Jafar, who was resting on the path before he continued backpacking the PCT. We hung out for a bit, did some yoga and listened to the story of his journey.

Chris Clark stops to talk to Jafar, who was backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail.

Chris Clark and Priya Hutner on top of Mount Judah.

Once you come off the rocky trail, you’ll find yourself walking through the forest for a bit. The trail pops out at Pacific Crest Trail junction; this is where you’ll leave the PCT and follow the sign leading you to the Mount Judah Loop and hike underneath Sugar Bowl’s chairlift.

Once on the summit, there are beautiful rock formations and exceptional views of Anderson Peak and Tinker’s Knob to the south, and Castle Peak and Sierra Buttes to the north. There is also typically a lot of wind on the summit, make sure to hold on to your

We said our goodbyes and meandered down the trail for another few miles back through the woods and eventually reconnecting back to the PCT and down the rocky switchback we began on.

The moderate hike is about 4.6 miles round trip and takes about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. 

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Spartan Race comes to Tahoe

The Emerald Bay Trail Run takes place on Sept. 19. Starting at Eagle Point, the course follows 7.5 miles to Lester Beach.

Kick off Oktoberfest with the Lederhosen 5K or 10K course. Prizes are offered for best lederhosen or dirndl and top competitors. | bigblueadventure.com

Spartan Race has announced that the obstacle racing series’ World Championship will be held in Olympic Valley on Oct. 3 and 4. Since its debut in 2011, the annual event had been held at Vermont’s Killington Mountain Resort & Ski Area.

The weekend event will include the World Championship Spartan Beast (13plus miles, 30-plus obstacles) on Saturday, and a Spartan Sprint (3-plus miles, 20plus obstacles), a Spartan Beast and Ultra Beast (26-plus miles, 60-plus obstacles) on Sunday. The mountainous course will peak at 9,050 feet in elevation.

Spartan Race expects more than 10,000 athletes from around the globe to compete in the World Championships for more than $100,000 in cash prizes. NBC Sports has been awarded broadcast rights and is expected to produce a one-hour television special on the event. | spartan.com

Radical Reels Tour comes to Reno The Banff Mountain Film Festival, the Radical Reels Tour, comes to the Atlantis Casino in Reno, Nev., on Sept.

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See adrenaline-inducing films featuring climbing, biking, BASE-jumping, kayaking and more. Tickets are $20. | snowlands.org

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Tahoe Rim Trail Association announces volunteer workdays on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays until October. Projects will consist of technical rockwork, as well as basic trail-tread maintenance and brushing. No prior experience is necessary.

Volunteers are needed for work days on Sept. 10 and 15 for the Waterfall to Relay Ridge trail section at Mount Rose. On Sept.

17 and 19, volunteers are needed to work on the Tahoe Meadows trail at Mount Rose, with Echo Lake work days scheduled for Sept. 22 and 24. Volunteers are needed on Sept. 29 to help on the Daggett Creek trail at the Kingsbury South trailhead.

Work days continue in October with volunteers needed on Oct. 6 at the Brockway Viewpoint trail, Oct. 13 on the Spooner Summit North trail and on Oct. 15 in Tahoe City. | tahoerimtrail.org

Tahoe Cup continues The 2015 Tahoe Cup Paddle Racing Series continues with the Tahoe Fall Classic on Sept. 13. The Fall Classic features a 22-mile race featuring more than 150 competitors leaving from El Dorado Beach in South Lake Tahoe to cross Lake Tahoe, ending at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area. The race is open to all paddling craft, advanced recreational paddlers and elite class participants. This race is not recommended for beginners.

As well, a 3-mile short course for all abilities will start at 10 a.m. along with a Grom race for kids 11 years and younger.

Spectators are welcome to attend, and free demos will be provided. | tahoecup.org

Homewood hosts races, film Homewood Mountain Resort hosts a showing of “Trails in Motion,” a series of nine films, on Sept. 10 at Homewood’s South Lodge at 6 p.m. Tickets are $9; food and drinks will be available.

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Lake Tahoe 200 Endurance Run will start and end at Homewood, circumnavigating Lake Tahoe from Sept. 11 to 15.

Runners have 100 hours to complete the 200-mile loop. | skihomewood.com

IVGID hosts tennis programs Monday night mixers take place from 5 to 7 p.m. every Monday through October. Play a friendly round robin with a different partner every round. The cost is $10 or $8 with IVGID membership. Adult tennis clinics are taught USPTA every Monday through Saturday morning at 10 a.m. The cost is $20 or $15 with IVGID membership.

Beginner tennis clinics are held at 10 a.m. every Tuesday through Saturday. The cost is $20 or $15 for IVGID members.

Tennis fitness classes take place at 11 a.m. every Wednesday. The cost is $15 or $12 for tennis passholders. | (775) 832-1235 or inclinetennis.com

Take the Trails Challenge Truckee Trails has joined forces with the Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District to challenge the community to get out and explore local trails. The challenge is to hike or bike four of the seven trails highlighted in this year’s program. The first 100 participants to bring a completed challenge form to the front desk will receive a free Trails Challenge T-shirt. | truckeetrails.org

Explore the Water Trail The Lake Tahoe Water Trail is a 72-mile water route along the shoreline segmented into seven-day trips, including more than 50 public launch and landing sites or trailheads, paddle route itineraries and navigation tools to help paddlers have a safe and fun adventure. Water Trail maps include paddle routes to match ability levels, paddle shops, water safety and aquatic invasive species prevention tips.

Seven, day-trip maps include details about parking, on-site facilities and amenities, as well as public beach access to nearby hiking trails and restaurants.

Additionally, a waterproof and tearresistant map includes underwater and land topography, latitude/longitude coordinates, GPS waypoints and a detailed listing of shoreline services and points of

420 Games come to Tahoe The 420 Games make their way to Lake Tahoe with the 4.20-mile SUP race and 4.20-mile fun run on Sept. 27. A concert and beer tasting are included in the festivities. The 420 Games host athletic events to de-stigmatize the healthy and responsible use of cannabis. | 420games.org

Bike the night away Tahoe Games offers a family friendly cross-country bike race featuring an illuminated course that spans across the Lake Tahoe Golf Course, over fairways, into the rough, through sand traps, over bridges and down cart paths starting at 7 p.m. on Sept. 26. Registration is required with a $15 entry fee. The six-mile race offers three heats for Elite 50+, youth and junior and ages 18 to 49. A raffle with awards and after party follows at 10 p.m.

Helmets and lights are recommended.

No electric bikes will be allowed. | tahoegames.com

Get outside and have fun Galena Creek Visitor Center is celebrating Galena Fest 2015 on Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The family friendly activities are to promote having fun in the great outdoors. The Bloody Rose Mountain Bike Climb at 8:30 a.m. is 12.2 miles in length with serious elevation challenges: the finish line is at 10,200 feet. The Wicked Thorn 7.25-Mile Run at 9:30 a.m. starts in the park, winds through the forest along Jones Trail and ends in the center of the festival amid fans, refreshments and music, supplied by the band Escalade. The Walk at 9:30 a.m. is two miles through quiet woods with environmental points of interest along the way. The Galena Fest Kids Expo will offer a Kid’s Run at 11 a.m., Art in the Park from 9 to 11 a.m. and fun activities at Galena Pioneer Days from 9 to 11 a.m. The Galena Creek Visitor Center is a partnership between Washoe County, U.S. Forest Service and Great Basin Institute. The goal is to encourage understanding and appreciation of the Galena Canyon Area and Mount Rose Scenic Byway. | renogalenafest.com

Reel climbing adventures featured High Altitude Fitness will show Reel Rock 10, climbing and adventure films, on Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. Climbers and community members are encouraged to come and mingle before the showing. Starkey’s Food Truck will serve dinner, and Team Flash will provide beer, wine and baked goods.

The event is free to members; presale

Compete in swimming event The South Shore Open Water Swim takes place at Lakeshore Beach on Oct. 10 in conjunction with the Lake Tahoe Marathon. Categories include youth, adult and senior. | tahoeswimming.com.

Enter disc golf tourney The Sierra Tahoe Series disc golf competitions wrap on Oct. 10 and 11 with the Tahoe Mountain Sports Pro/Am Disc Golf Tournament at North Tahoe Regional Park. | tahoemountainsports.com

Hit the trails at night The annual Corral Night Ride is a fabled gathering of hearty souls that stage a night ride with Halloween revelry each year.

Riders dressed as ghouls, disco freaks and other characters ride mountain bikes in the dark. This year’s ride takes place on Oct. 17.

Riders meet in the Corral Trail parking lot at 5:30 p.m. | mountainbiketahoe.org

Sierra Crest run in October Truckee Fun Run, a branch of Auburn Ski Club’s Nordic program, is hosting the Sierra Crest point-to-point on Oct. 30.

Proceeds are used to help support the club’s youth and junior Nordic ski programs. | auburnskiclub.com

Mount Rose eyes Oct. 29 opening Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is investing $1.2 million in capital improvements in anticipation of a great winter. They are relocating and renaming the Ponderosa lift chair, adding four new beginner trails, expanding snowmaking systems, renovating the Kids’ Lesson area, investing in new rental skis and snowboards and redesigning the registration desk and process.

Workers will be happy to know that Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is increasing its minimum wage to $11 per hour, which is a 33 percent increase above Nevada’s minimum wage of $8.25 per hour.

The base elevation – 8,260 feet – allows the resort to catch top-to-bottom snow when winter storms pass through, and this season they are projecting an opening day of Oct. 29, should El Nino decide to show up. Current rates for 2015-16 season passes will apply through Sept. 30. | skirose.com

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Easy | 5 miles RT Runs along Lake Tahoe and connects to Hwy. 28 at each end of Incline Village. Park at Preston Field on Hwy. 28. TART

Strenuous | 14 miles There are several mountain biking trails off 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 Sierra. 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 difficult 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.

Park at Tunnel Creek Café off Hwy. 28 in Incline Village and ride to Spooner Lake State Park. Info (775) 298-2501.

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TAHOE CITY TO DOLLAR POINT Easy-moderate | 5 miles RT First 2.5 miles mostly level with a half-mile climb up Dollar Hill. Access to Tahoe State Park, Burton Creek State Park, Skylandia Park, Pomin Park, Lake Forest Beach, Lake Forest Boat Ramp and campground, fishing, picnicking, playgrounds and athletic fields. Public parking at 64 Acres, Commons Beach and Jackpine. TART

TRUCKEE RIVER CANYON Easy | 9+ miles RT 4.5 miles from the Tahoe City wye to Alpine Meadows Road, with trails continuing to Olympic Valley. The trail is scenic, separate from the highway, and is mostly flat terrain with a few short, gentle grades with trout fishing, river rafting and picnicking along the way. Connects with Squaw Valley Road or continue to Truckee. Public parking at 64 Acres and Squaw Valley Park at Squaw Valley Road. TART

West Shore

TAHOE CITY TO SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK Moderate | 22 miles RT 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. TART OLYMPIC VALLEY

OLYMPIC VALLEY Easy | 4 miles RT A 2-mile trail runs beside Squaw Valley Road to the ski area from the Squaw Valley condos to Victoria Road, with views of the meadow and surrounding peaks. Public parking at Squaw Valley Park or Village at Squaw. TART

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EMIGRANT TRAIL Moderate | 15+ miles Offers rolling, wide, single-track through high desert, winding through sagebrush, seasonally wet meadows and Jeffrey 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.

COLDSTREAM VALLEY

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WESTERN STATES TRAIL Strenuous | 11.6 miles RT This is a challenging and exhilarating ride (sometimes referred to as Three Bridges Trail) that will afford 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 off Hwy. 89.

Walk your bike past the guardrail on the east side of the highway at the south end of Midway Bridge, and look for the small, wooden sign marking the Western States Trailhead.

The trail begins to climb, then comes to a trail junction where you will turn right. Climb the switchbacks to the T-junction, then turn left onto a fire road where you will stay right, bringing you to The Wall. When you reach the top, pedal through the gate and straight ahead on the fire road, passing all junctions, then go right at the T. Follow the main fire road as it descends, climbs, then descends again; stay left at the intersection, then right past a fire road and a single track.

Follow the main fire road down until it turns into a paved road, turn right onto Bunker Drive and right again on Fairway Drive. Keep going until you reach Hwy. 89 at the bottom of the hill; cross the highway and turn right onto the paved bike path to enjoy a leisurely ride along the Truckee River back to your car.

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Easy-moderate | 6 miles RT This loop offers a mellow ride offering 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.

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Downhill Mountain Bike Race Series and Thursday Night Cross-Country Race Series is open to everyone starting in July. Bike Academy offers classes and private lessons. TART

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two distinctly different nines. The front 9 wanders through the wonderful Martis Valley and is referred to as the Meadow nine. The back 9, called the mountain 9, climbs mountainous terrain and winds its way through lofty pines. The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves and is an enjoyable lay out for all.

“This is a fantastic finishing hole since it provides the opportunity for birdie and double bogey.”

The No. 1 handicap is Hole 7. It is a 590-yard, par 5 that plays directly into the prevailing wind. A solid straight tee shot is required as there is a pond on the left and out of bounds along the right side. The difficulty of this hole is the wind combined with the length. Driver off the tee, and then a fairway wood for the second shot, can still leave a mid to long iron into this green. On the green, there is a ridge that bisects the putting surface, so be sure to take the right club for the approach.

One of the quirkiest holes in the Lake Tahoe region is par-4 No. 12. It plays 299 yards from the black tees. The short yardage may lead some to think that the green can be driven from the tee. This is not true.

The hole doglegs to the right and plays slightly uphill. The best play off the tee is to hit a mid-iron short and right of the aspen trees in the middle of the fairway, which leaves a short iron for the second shot.

The finishing hole is a 572-yard par 5 that has a slight dogleg to the right. The tee boxes are set back in a grove of aspen trees making it a difficult drive. There is a creek that runs along the right side of the fairway.

The target off the tee is just right of the white yardage sign attached to the tree in the distance. Lay up short of the creek that runs in front of the green. This is a fantastic finishing hole since it provides the opportunity for birdie and double bogey.

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Weddings in Sweden are not for the jealous type. In that country, tradition states that if the bride leaves the room, all the men line up to kiss her. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander, though -- if the groom leaves, all the women are supposed to get in line to demonstrate their affection. I imagine very few exes are invited to Swedish weddings.

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Puzzles for kids

Horoscopes

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Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22) You are in the mood to go big. Circumstances are leading you to dig deep to access reserves of courage and of compassion for yourself and others.

Already you have come through some pretty sharp turns and lofty and steep ascents combined. Now another set of technical turns are fast approaching and some of these could trigger some of your deeper fears. Travel light to travel free.

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20) The floodgates are opening. An increase flow in business, relationship opportunities and perhaps simply a bunch of great ideas are all coming in. There is a streak of inventiveness present combined with a growing resolve to get the job done and well at that. If you have been waiting for that inspirational moment to take big action on realizing your dreams, the wait is over.

Libra (Sep 22-Oct 22) Your sense of individuality has begun to grow and rapidly. The flip side is that this growth is breaking through prior self-concepts, attitudes, interpretations and lifestyle patterns. At worst, you are left feeling a little insecure about it all and must make extra efforts to access reserves of faith. At best, you are breaking through limitations and are beginning to see a new horizon of fresh possibilities.

Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20) Breathing new life into your usual routine is underway. Inspirations to raise your overall health and fitness levels are ideal and likely. At worst, you feel beset by worries and what may be deemed a challenge to feel faithful and inspired; what may be defined as depressed. This would make sense as you are in the final stages of a major and probably challenging process of change.

Taurus (Apr 20-May 21) Scorpio (Oct 22-Nov 21) Some sudden turns and new initiatives in your usual rhythm should be increasingly evident now. Circumstances are requiring that you access new skills, tools and strategies. Increasing your network of friends and key contacts is highlighted.

Yet you should get ready to also invest more time, energy and money to realize your goals.

A passionate mood prevails. Inspirations to dig in deep are moving you and this attitude is evident for significant others to see and feel.

Romantic urges and notions are featured. This trend will continue until equinox anyway. This is your invitation to bring summer to a close with a real bang... or two… and in a variety of important departments of your life.

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Gemini (May 21-Jun 21) Home is where your heart is, literally, and good thing too because opportunities to embark on an adventure are indicated now. Your energy levels should be running quite high now and you likely feel sporting and playful. You may well also feel increasingly confident as a long cycle of closure and perhaps of healing too draws near to its completion.

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September is Art Month in North Lake Tahoe with ARTour and Trails & Vistas art hikes featured as premiere events in the area. ARTour is a free, self-guided tour of artists’ studios in the North Tahoe and Truckee regions from Sept. 11 to 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Twenty-two local artists from Incline Village to Truckee, and from Alpine Meadows to the North and West shores of Lake Tahoe will open their studios to the public. This year, ARTour features painters, photographers, sculptors, fiber artists and more. Guidebooks and artist information will be available at the North Tahoe Arts Center.

North Tahoe Arts galleries also will showcase artwork by all artists participating in ARTour thought Sept. 28 at the center in Tahoe City. | northtahoearts.com

Local college offers fine art exhibits “Staying Power” by Mary Rothlisberger, was created during her artist-in-residency program this summer. It will be on display at Sierra Nevada College’s Ron and Maureen Ashley Community Gallery through Sept. 18. An artist’s reception is on Sept. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m., with an artist’s talk at 6 p.m.

“Burkino Faso: Night and Day” is David Pace’s photography documenting life in a small, rural, farming village, Bereba, outside Burkino Faso. It will be on display at SNC’s Garage Door Gallery through Sept. 18. An artist’s reception will be on Sept. 16 from 5 to 8 p.m., with an artist’s talk at 5 p.m.

“Haunts or Whatever” is a series of new mixed media works by Nick Larson on display at Sierra Nevada College’s Tahoe Gallery in the Prim Library through Oct. 2. Larson draws on experiences he gathered while conducting archeological research and data. | sierranevada.edu

Landscapes with an ecological eye Incline Village Library will have the works of photographer Will Barber on display in September. Barber has a doctorate in stream and fish ecology from Michigan State University. He worked in Australia before retiring to Reno to pursue photography with an ecological eye. His landscapes have been on display in Reno galleries and published in monographs. | washoecountylibrary.us

Local watercolors on exhibit “The Power of Plants” is a Sierra Watercolor Society Exhibit of original watercolor paintings by local artists. The exhibit will be on display through Sept. 13 at the Wilbur D. May Museum in Reno, Nev. | arts4nevada.org

Exhibit features Tahoe through the ages Nevada Museum of Art presents “Tahoe: A Visual History,” an art historical survey exhibition spanning two 22

Limerance Amanda Dabel | ARTour centuries of cultural and creative works by painters, photographers, architects, basket weavers and sculptors. It will be on view until Jan. 10, 2016.

Five years in the making, the exhibition includes historical and contemporary art dedicated to Lake Tahoe, Donner Pass and surrounding regions of the Sierra Nevada. Ann M. Wolfe, senior curator and deputy director of NMOA, curated the exhibition.

“Tahoe: A Visual History” is organized thematically and chronologically to encourage dialogue among museumgoers. Key artworks include the baskets of Washoe weaver Dat-so-la-lee, known for the degikup basket form, a 6-by-10-foot painting of Donner Lake made by Albert Bierstadt in 1867, photography from Ansel Adams and original drawings by Frank Lloyd Wright for a proposed 1923 colony at Emerald Bay that was never built. More than 15 contemporary artists will be among the historical heavyweights, including artist Maya Lin who created three sculptures reflecting the Tahoe watershed.

Talks, classes, hikes and special events will be offered in addition to the exhibition. A 488-page hardcover book of the same name, authored by Wolfe, designed by Kit Hinrichs and co-published

by Skira Rizzoli and NMOA, will be on sale in the Museum store and select bookstores, as well as at amazon.com.

As well, there are a number of special events, talks, and guided hikes associated with the exhibit offered over the next several months. Upcoming events include Gene Hattori on Native American baskets of Lake Tahoe on Sept. 11 and noon, Hands ON! for families on local landscapes on Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and a guided hike with Bob Anderson Echo Summit and Echo Lake on Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit the Web site for details. | (775) 3293333 or nevadaart.org

Join Gathering of Art Wednesdays North Tahoe Arts: A Gathering of Art program meets on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at the Corison Loft from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The program is designed to allow artists and novice artists to work on individual projects.

Bring equipment, easels and supplies (tables and chairs provided). There will be no instructor. A Gathering of Art is open to the public. There is no charge, but a donation to North Tahoe Arts would help defray the costs of supplies for Kids’ Art Saturday programs. Donations are tax deductible. | (530) 581-2787

Truckee artists showcase work A group exhibition featuring artists who participated in the Truckee Open Art Studios Tour is on display at the Truckee

Donner Recreation and Park District Community Recreation Center through Sept. 28. | creativetruckee.org

Crossen on display at Riverside Enjoy the work of Chris Crossen at Riverside Studios through September.

Crossen works with traditional watercolors to create large abstract paintings. | (530) 587-3789 or riversideartstudios.com

Skaff featured at Wolfdale’s Wolfdale’s Restaurant in Tahoe City is featuring oil paintings by Andy Skaff through January 2016. Skaff ’s love of the West provides the inspiration for his light-filled, vibrant landscapes. His paintings have been exhibited at the Napa Valley Museum, the Oil Painters of America Western Regional exhibit in Santa Barbara, Sunset Magazine Western Idea House in Truckee and are part of the permanent collection of Martis Camp Lodge, the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, the Tahoe Forest Cancer Center and the Larkspur Hotel Group. | askaff.com

Photograph fall colors Elizabeth Carmel and fellow photographer Jerry Dodrill are teaching a three-day workshop on Eastern Sierra Fall Colors from Oct. 1 to 4. The workshop is designed to give photographers a deeper understanding of exposure, composition, how to make the most of natural light and the tools that professional nature photographers use to create their best work. | mountainlight.com

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Embracing the design and manufacturing community in Carson City, the Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition “Industrial Art” at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery through Sept. 17. “Industrial Art” presents the design work of five manufacturers in the Carson City area that manufacture products with innovative design in an array of commercial applications. | arts-initiative.com

September 10-16, 2015

On display at UNR “Reflections on Pyramid Lake” celebrates the history of the lake and the people who have called it home. It features a variety of paintings, photographs and other artifacts at the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center at the University of Nevada, Reno, through Sept. 15. | unr.edu

From glass to oils at North Tahoe Arts “Glass Quartet” showcases the many ways glass can be manipulated into art on display from Sept. 29 through Nov. 2 at the North Tahoe Art Center. Four featured artists working with glass offer pieces ranging from artistic visions to functional beauties. The group, Toni Rockwell, Catherine Strand, Pam Sutton and William Hutchinson, will be on display in NTA Main Gallery.

In the Corison Loft from Sept. 29 to Nov. 2, Howard Friedman’s oils, “Lake Tahoe & The Sierras,” will be exhibited.

He paints exclusively with a palette knife, applying many layers that give his oils a three-dimensional quality. NTA will host an opening reception on Sept. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. | northtahoearts.com

made by artists living and working in Northern California will be on display.

Each exhibit will have a seasonal theme and will continue through 2015.

Artists featured in the exhibition include Lisa Fernald Barker, Maria Burtis, Carol Inez Charney, Pauletta Chanco, Robin Denevan, Joanne Fox, Melissa Herrington, Andrzej Michael Karwacki, Michele de la Menardiere, Elise Morris, David Ruth and James Shay.

Learn the art of interior design Instructor Teri Raphael will teach color principles, the psychology of color, color in design, how to read blueprints and make layouts at Truckee’s Community Recreation Center. The class is on Mondays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. or Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Kitchen Design is on Oct. 2 to Oct. 26. Interior design with bath design is Nov. 2 to Nov. 23 and Holiday Décor is on Nov. 30. The

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Reynolds through Nov. 10. Reynolds’ landscape photos depict the small moments of human activity amongst the vast empty landscapes of Nevada. | arts4nevada.org

Holiday fair offers original gifts North Tahoe Arts Annual Holiday Art and Gift Faire, “Holly Arts,” will feature locally made jewelry, glasswork, knitwear, fine art, photography and

Look for the newest exhibit Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District will offer a new art exhibit on display from Oct. 10 to Jan. 10, 2016 at the Community Recreation Center. An opening reception will be on Oct. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. | tdrpd.org

New local artists needed The North Tahoe Arts ARTisan Shop is currently accepting applications for new artists. The ARTisan Shop is a co-opstyle retail space for local artists to exhibit and sell their artwork year round. All art must be juried and accepted and must be handmade, original and/or created by the artist. | northtahoearts.com

Highway 89 Cascade Lake and Emerald Bay and Mount Tallac Beyond Michael Light | Nevada Museum of Art

Ritz-Carlton features regional art The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe has joined with SLATE Art Consulting to feature a rotating exhibition of Northern California artists’ work throughout the hotel’s lobby and public areas. Two sixmonth exhibitions of contemporary art inspired by the Lake Tahoe lifestyle and

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The rotational exhibition will include pieces that may be purchased from SLATE. Weekly tours will be offered at 2 p.m. on Thursdays. Private tours may be arranged for groups of 10 or more.

Notes for self-guided tours are available at Hotel Concierge. | slateart.net

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Myrtle Huddleston: First to swim across Lake Tahoe It was about 8 a.m. on Aug. 24, 1931, when Myrtle Huddleston slipped into the chilly water near Deadman’s Point, Nev., on Tahoe’s East Shore. Tahoe City was about 11 miles away as the crow flies.

Huddleston’s skin was coated with a thick layer of specially prepared grease to help ward off the effects of swimming in the bone-chilling, 60-degree water.

“Huddleston’s estimated swim in Lake Tahoe had taken 22 hours and 53 minutes. She lost 12 pounds of body weight in the ordeal.”

Swimming near the Tahoe Tavern resort, circa 1920s.

M of Lake Tahoe. It takes time for

ost visitors gape in awe at first sight

the mind to absorb the sheer size of this magnificent alpine lake. Suspended high in the Sierra Nevada, Lake Tahoe is an aquatic jewel, 22 miles long and about 12 miles wide.

Tahoe is beautiful, but the cold water, choppy surface and high elevation also make it one of the most challenging swim holes around. Big Blue has always captured the imagination of athletes and attempts to swim across the lake started nearly a century ago. Early tourists at Tahoe splashed and played in the shallow waters, but no one strayed far from shore because it was commonly believed that the clear, cold water would not support a human body. That erroneous perception came from the fact that the bodies of drowning victims were rarely recovered.

Water temperatures near freezing prevent tissue decomposition and the buildup of organic gases. Bodies that sink into the dark depths of Tahoe rarely float back to the surface.

During the Great Depression, tourism at Lake Tahoe was slow. To drum up business, in 1931 the Tahoe Tavern Hotel offered $700 cash ($11,000 today) to the first person to swim across the lake from Nevada to its hotel near Tahoe City. Myrtle Huddleston, a world-class swimmer and mother of a teenage boy, decided to take on the Tahoe Tavern’s challenge and earn some money.

Huddleston had taken her first swimming class in 1926 at the age of 30 in the interest of losing weight. The widow from Long Beach turned out to be a natural in the sport of open water long distance swimming. Just six months after her first lesson, she entered the Wrigley Ocean Marathon with the hope of swimming across the Catalina Channel and winning a $15,000 purse to help pay for her son’s education.

In February 1927, Huddleston began the swim accompanied by two escort boats. She became lost for three hours 24

when fog set in and the lights on her escort boats blacked out. In the hours after midnight, she was repeatedly attacked by a barracuda, which left bite marks and cuts on the left side of her body. Fifteen hours into the swim, a lack of food began to take its toll, so she swigged down a half pint of whiskey.

After 20 hours and 42 minutes she collapsed 20 yards from shore, but she had become the first woman to swim the more than 20-mile crossing. It was an incredible feat of perseverance and resolve.

In 1928, Myrtle won an ocean-swimming championship at Del Ray Beach, Fla., when she swam for more than 31 hours. A few months later, she set another world record by swimming 50 hours nonstop in a Chicago pool, breaking the men’s record by more than four hours and earning $5,000. Over the next two years, she set more world records by swimming 60 hours and later staying afloat for nearly 88 hours.

She had one setback in 1929 when she failed to swim across the English Channel.

At first the lake was calm, but shortly after noon the southwest wind grew blustery. When white caps appeared, the crewmen in the escort boats positioned their crafts to block the waves, but she was still blown 7 miles off course. Hour after hour, she battled the brutally cold waves that threatened to break her will. Complicating matters further, her goggles leaked water nearly blinding her, and she also suffered from nausea and pain in her arm.

Finally, late in the day, the wind subsided and when the water’s surface grew calm again, Huddleston renewed her attack.

Sometime after midnight, Huddleston increased her stroke, pulled away from her rowboat escort and disappeared into the darkness. Huddleston had no idea that she was swimming alone in water nearly 1,000 feet deep. Fortunately, another boat found her just before dawn, feeling ill and discouraged. She had been swimming for more than 20 hours.

The high altitude and cold water was sapping her strength and the detour had added miles to her grueling swim. She was ready to give up. At this point, her son Everett, sitting in a rowboat, called out, “Mother, hold fast. We are only two miles from shore.” His encouragement renewed her vigor and she resumed her quest. Soon Huddleston could hear cheers and laughter emanating from the

large crowd assembled on the Tahoe Tavern pier.

Just before 7.a.m., Huddleston emerged from the icy water. She laughed when she saw a medical stretcher next to an ambulance waiting near the beach for her.

“What’s the bier for?” she asked calmly as she walked woozily into the hotel to claim her $700 in prize money. After the presentation, she said, “Catalina was easy compared to this!”

Huddleston’s estimated swim in Lake Tahoe had taken 22 hours and 53 minutes. She lost 12 pounds of body weight in the ordeal, but later said that despite the hardships of cold water, altitude and wind, she felt no ill effects from the swim. Her impressive feat stood unbroken for 21 years. She had taken the sport of marathon swimming by storm, but the effort took a toll on her body and she died at the young age of 39. In 2013, Tahoe-based extreme marathon swimmer Karen Rogers helped organize the Myrtle Huddleston Honorary Swim in Lake Tahoe in honor of that 1931 effort.

The first man to successfully cross the width of Lake Tahoe was William Long, a 27-year-old long-distance swimmer from Van Nuys, who pulled it off on Aug. 16, 1952. Strong southwest winds carried him off course, too, but he managed to stroke the swim in 12 hours. Another record was set on Aug. 8, 1955, when Fred Rogers, a 29-year-old bartender from San Francisco, swam from Cave Rock, Nev., to Meeks Bay, Calif., a distance of 9 miles, in just 6 hours and 46 minutes.  Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin is a nationally published author and professional speaker. His award-winning books are available at local stores or at thestormking.com. You may reach him at mark@thestormking.com. Check out his blog at tahoenuggets.com, or read more Sierra Stories at TheTahoeWeekly.com

Tahoe Nostalgia CHARLIE CHAPLIN FILMS A CLASSIC The California-based Sierra Club, a conservation-oriented organization that promoted hiking and mountaineering for its members later expanded into winter sports and skiing. After a trip to Lake Tahoe in 1915, member Hazel King wrote an essay for the Sierra Club Bulletin telling of her “wonderful flight on hickory wings.”

The actor, comedian and producer Charlie Chaplin also capitalized on Sierra snow to film his 1925 silent classic “The Gold Rush” on Donner Summit near the future site of Sugar Bowl ski resort. Chaplin always said that it was the movie for which he most wanted to be remembered.

Photograph and caption are from Tahoe historian Mark McLaughlin’s award winning book, “Longboards to Olympics: A Century of Tahoe Winter Sports” available in stores or at thestormking.com.

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September 10-16, 2015

Noon-2 p.m. | Petra Winemaker Luncheon | The Village at Northstar

4-5 p.m. | Art of Mixology | The Ritz-Carlton Participants will incorporate freshly cut herbs from the chef’s garden, use of classic ingredients including bitters, and learn how to use infused liquor to create summer cocktails. This entertaining, educational experience will feature three cocktails paired with appetizers. Advance purchase of tickets is required, and walk-ins will be accepted on a space-available basis. | $40

Petra owner and wine connoisseur Kali Kopley and a winery will host a multi-course luncheon featuring award-winning wines. Let the experts guide you through the delightful complexities and tastes of food and wine pairings. Menu details and wine selections to come. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as seating is limited, with day-of tickets available on a space-available basis. | $60

5:30 p.m. | Wine-inspired painting | The Ritz-Carlton

Noon-1:15 p.m. | Cooking Demonstration | The Village at Northstar

The Ritz-Carlton will join with The Painted Vine to offer a special evening painting a vintnerinspired picture. The class will include a painting class for two, cheese and dessert stations, wine and champagne in Café Blue. Advance purchase of tickets is required 48 hours in advance as seating is limited. | $100

Enjoy a cooking demonstration by Executive Chef Jake Yorkey of Jake’s on the Lake for a Farm to Fork with Tahoe Food Hub with a discussion on food seasonality, local farming distribution and a cooking demonstration. | Free

6 -9 p.m. | Farm to Tahoe Dinner | The Zephyr Lodge Featuring fresh, sustainable and locally sourced produce and meats, Northstar’s culinary team skillfully prepares a delicious dining experience sure to delight the palate. Escape up the mountain with a gondola ride to the iconic Zephyr Lodge for this multi-course, plated dinner enjoyed with beer, wine and light beverages complemented by live music and panoramic, floor-to-ceiling views of the Pacific Crest. Advanced ticket purchase is required as seating is limited. | $80

SATURDAY | SEPT. 12

11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Gourmet Marketplace Vendor Fair | The Village at Northstar Guests will delight in sampling some of the finest local and regional gourmet goodies. Vendors will display the best kitchen gadgets, fine linens and clothing, handmade jewelry, fine art, photography, spa products and much more. | Free

11 a.m.-noon | “Elevate Tahoe” showing | The Village at Northstar “Elevate Tahoe: Food Innovations at 6,000 Feet” is a short documentary film that highlights Tahoe individuals and organizations with unique solutions to the food-related challenges that come with life at 6,000 feet. The innovations are varied, inspiring and bear witness to a regional food revolution. The showing is followed by a panel discussion. | Free

11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Mozzarella Cheese Making | The Village at Northstar Chef Laura Ritchie of Nothing To It Culinary Center will teach 25 guests how to make fresh Mozzarella cheese. The class is appropriate for children as young as 9-years-old. Advance ticket purchase is recommended and day-of tickets will be available on a space-available basis. | $25

11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Progressive Picnic | The Village at Northstar Trail food is taking on a new twist in this trailside beer tasting, progressive picnic and guided hike through the Tahoe National Forest. A professional trail guide explores the breathtaking wilderness and identifies the native flora and fauna. Trailside tasting stations will be set along the route and will be stocked with Goose Island artisan beers and gourmet tapas artfully paired with each beer. Hikers of all levels are encouraged to participate. Advance ticket purchase is recommended, with day-of tickets available on a space-available basis. | $50

Noon-4 p.m. | Village Wine and Brew Walk | The Village at Northstar Leisurely meander through the cobblestone walkways tasting delicious varietals, shopping Northstar’s fine boutique shops and socializing during this casual, afternoon soiree. Souvenir tasting glasses are included and all participants must be 21 and older. | $25

Noon-4 | Kid’s Zone | The Village at Northstar Kids and kids-at-heart can play on The Overlook Deck, where they will enjoy complimentary face painting, balloon sculptures, arts and crafts, and a play area. Additional ticketed activities include the bungee trampoline, rock wall, spider web, gem panning and miniature golf.

1-2:15 p.m. | Oysters Three Ways and Wine Pairing | The Village at Northstar Enjoy a wine pairing with Nick’s Cove and Executive Chef Austin Perkins for a fun and informative pairing. Advance ticket purchase is required. | $40

1:15-2:15 p.m. | Grilling Demonstration | The Village at Northstar Chef Jason Gronlund of Smokeybones Bar and Fire Grill returns for one of the festival’s most highly anticipated events. An accomplished grill master who respects the power of the open flame, Chef Jason keeps it simple, creating mouthwatering recipes. | Free

1:30-4 p.m. | Vertical Mountainside | The Village at Northstar Join Northstar and the Truckee River Winery for a wine tasting that elevates the taste buds.

Guests will start in The Village for their first tasting and then take Big Springs Gondola to mid-mountain for their second tasting and light snacks. The third and final tasting will take place at Zephyr Lodge accessed via the Zephyr Express chair lift with gondola cabins. | $45

2:15-3:15 p.m. | Autumn Salads Demonstration | The Village at Northstar Longboards Executive Chef Sean Conry will demonstrate how to make four different types of hearty autumnal salads using a variety of proteins and vegetables. | Free

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Dessert Demonstration | The Village at Northstar Northstar’s Chef Dan Carter will show you fun and delicious ways to take advantage of the fall harvest by incorporating the season’s best fruits into mouthwatering desserts. His approachable teaching style makes this demonstration fun for the whole family. | Free

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ONE OF THE MOST CELEBRATED culinary experiences in the region, The Autumn Food and Wine Festival, will return for its 30th anniversary from Sept. 11 to Sept. 13 . Connoisseurs of wine and cuisine delicacies are invited to savor new flavors and expand their culinary knowledge on the mountain and in The Village at Northstar, as well as at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe.

Renowned regional chefs will compete head-to-head for the coveted first place award during the Culinary Competition and Grand Tasting, which will be held on Sept. 13. Leading up to the grand finale are special events and seminars including a vintner-inspired painting class at The Ritz-Carlton, the popular Farm to Tahoe Dinner hosted in the Zephyr Lodge on the mountain, a Progressive Picnic, and the much-anticipated Blazing Pans Mountain Cook Off. Purchase tickets for individual events or customize the weekend of epicurean adventures with a combination of activities and seminars in the Two-Day Package including admission to the Wine & Brew Walk, the 30th Annual Anniversary Charbay Party and the Grand Tasting events for $150.

AUTUMN FOOD & WINE 4:30-6 p.m. | Blazing Pans Mountain Chef Cook-Off | The Village at Northstar Emcee and celebrity chef Joseph Keller will keep the chefs and the crowd on their toes during this competition. Executive Chef Rob Wyss of Sunnyside Restaurant and Executive Chef Jason Friendy of the Resort at Squaw Creek will compete against each other. The two competitors will prepare four courses of restaurant-quality dishes in an hour-long battle featuring a secret ingredient to be revealed at the start of the competition. The winner of Blazing Pans receives an award and bragging rights. Costumes, noisemakers and air horns are encouraged to cheer on your favorite competitor. | Free

6:30-9:30 p.m. | Tahoe Long Table Harvest Dinner | The Ritz-Carlton Prepared by Executive Chef Stanley Miller, the Tahoe Long Table Harvest Dinner will feature a family- style dinner with a special harvest menu that incorporates the freshest, locally sourced, sustainable ingredients featuring six courses with wine pairings. Advance reservations are required. | $125 per person

7-9 p.m. | Charbay Distillery & Winery Party | The Village at Northstar Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Autumn Food & Wine Festival with Charbay Artisan Distillery and 13th generation Master Distillers Marko and Kenni Karakasevic of Charbay Artisan Distillery & Winery presenting a variety of handcrafted cocktails paired with hors d’oeuvres and small plates prepared by Chef Jason Gronlund. Advance ticket purchase is required as space is limited. | $75

SUNDAY | SEPT. 13

1-4 p.m. | Culinary Competition and Grand Tasting | The Village at Northstar The most anticipated food, wine, spirits and brew event of the year. An al fresco afternoon tasting features more than 20 top chefs in the region paired with 20 premium wines, spirits and brews in a formally judged food and wine pairing competition. Each chef’s dish is paired with a varietal and vintage from the winery or brewery of their choice. It’s a culinary throw-down where chefs compete for the Best Marriage of Food and Wine/Beverage and Best Food categories, as well as the coveted People’s Choice awards. The offerings are judged by a panel of food and wine experts, then the pairings are opened for ticketholders to enjoy. | $75 advance, $95 at the event

11 a.m.-4 | Gourmet Marketplace | The Village at Northstar Guests will delight in sampling some of the finest local and regional gourmet goodie. Vendors will display the best kitchen gadgets, fine linens and clothing, handmade jewelry, fine art, photography, spa products and much more. | Free

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A to Squaw Valley on Sept. 11, and

Matt Palmer | Squaw Valley

battle of epic proportions is coming

everyone is invited to the annual return of the Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings where local restaurants and bands will go head to head from 6 to 10 p.m. for bragging rights to be named the Best Wings and the Best Band. Participating restaurants will create their best chicken wings recipe, and join forces with the region’s best bands to take this food fest band jam contest to the next level.

on this fun event; it only happens once a year.”

Friends at Mamasake and Coburn Station at Fireside Pizza.

Group B bands perform from 7 to 8 p.m. and 9 to 10 p.m. and include Rocker@ Squaw, whose choosing to keep their band under wraps, and defending wing champs, the Auld Dubliner, who will team up with The Electric Jimmy’s, a Grateful Dead Tribute Band. General Manager Randy Rogers says that he is up for the challenge to defend his wings this year.

G R O U P A B AT T L E

Drop Theory teams with 22 Bistro Matt Reardon & Friends with Mamasake Coburn Station with Fireside Pizza G R O U P B B AT T L E

Surprise guests at Rocker@Squaw The Electric Jimmy’s with Auld Dubliner

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Our mission is to reduce the incidence of hunger and its detrimental effects upon individuals, families, the community and the region.

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Evening at The Improv | Harvey’s Lake Tahoe Budd Friedman’s legendary comedy showcase brings in two new comics weekly, plus host Howie Nave with Nick Griffin and Ronnie Schell until Sept. 13, Amir K and Johnny Laquasto from Sept.

16 to 20, and Kivi Rogers and Chris Mancini from Sep. 23 to 27. Wed.-Sun. at 8:30, 9:30 & 10:30 p.m. Starting at $25. | harveystahoe.com

Laugh Factory | Silver Legacy One of the most recognized comedy club brands in the country, The Laugh Factory hosts two comics weekly. Laugh Factory will be open Tues-Sun. at 7:30 p.m. and late shows on Fri.-Sat. at 9:30 p.m.

See Paul Rodriguez from Sept. 10 to 13, and Bobby Slayton from Sept. 22 to 27. Starting at $21.95. | silverlegacyreno.com

good music don’t miss out

(Making Adequate Nutrition Accessible)

CASINO SHOWS

“Frank Marino’s Divas” | Harrah’s Reno “Frank Marino’s Divas” featuring superstar female impersonators take the stage at Harrah’s Reno.

These incredible impersonators not only recreate, but also duplicate the likeness of stars ranging from Lady Gaga, to Cher, to Diana Ross and many more. Shows are at 8 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. until Sept.

28. $30-$40. | harrahs-reno.com

“If you like wings and enjoy

Group A bands perform from 6 to 7 p.m. and from 8 to 9 p.m., and among the competing bands Drop Theory will be battling it out by teaming up with 22 Bistro.

“Drop Theory has been involved in Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings for a number of years, always playing at 22 Bistro, where we will be again this year.

We look forward to the camaraderie, healthy competition, delicious chicken wings, and community vibe that this great event brings,” says Issac Freed of Drop Theory.

Group A bands competing for bragging rights also include Matt Reardon &

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DROP THEORY “We prepared a spicy Guinness for a rib completion and won a Rib Cook off last year. I thought, I gotta use this sauce for the wings competition,” explained Rogers.

It seems the Auld Dubliner not only scored on best wings last year, but also took best overall points, as well. They also rocked it with best band in 2013.

Participants are an essential part in this event and get to vote on their favorite wing and favorite band with a $5 fee. There’s an overall category for most votes, as well. Restaurants will battle for the Best Wing vs. Wing Champion Trophy. And, bands will be battling for their own prizes. Registration to vote begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Events Plaza in the Village at Squaw. Registered event attendees enjoy great wing deals, with four wings for $5, plus beer and drink specials available at each restaurant and bar participating.

Proceeds from the event benefits the Tahoe Institute of Natural Sciences, a local member-supported nonprofit organization seeking to advance the natural history, conservation and ecosystem knowledge of the Tahoe region through science, education and outreach.

If you like wings and enjoy good music don’t miss out on this fun event; it only happens once a year.  Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings will be held in the Village at Squaw Valley. For more information, visit squawalpine.com.

“Saltoriya” | Eldorado Casino “Saltoriya” is a new show comprising awe-inspiring, internationally acclaimed performers, acrobats, daredevil stunts and comedy in an exhilarating, uplifting experience. The show combines feats of athleticism, comedy, original music and choreography. It celebrates magnificent physical movements of world-class performers with universal and timeless appeal. Cirque-style productions bring amazing elements of the traditional circus to another level of excitement and aesthetics. “Saltoriya” features a cast of incredibly talented American and European performers including acrobats, clowns, jugglers and dancers. The audience will see comedians, unicycle masters, a ladder balancing act, contortion-hand balancing, a hula-hoop act and a daring motorcycle globe act. Show times are at 7 p.m. Tues.-Sun. and 9:30 p.m. on Saturday until Nov. 15. Starting at $26.95. | eldoradoreno.com

THEATER “Cinderella” | Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater Sierra School of Performing Arts celebrates its 10year anniversary with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s award-winning Broadway musical “Cinderella.” This lush production features incredible orchestration, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love – the carriage, the glass slipper, the grand ball and more – with Cami Thompson as the Fairy Godmother in this hilarious and romantic Broadway experience. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11-13.

Tickets $18-$40. | sierraschoolofperformingarts.org “The Guys” | Brüka Theatre Less than two weeks after the September 11th attacks the nation is still in shock. New Yorkers are still in shock. One of them, an editor named Joan, receives an unexpected phone call on behalf of Nick, a fire captain who has lost most of his men in the attack. He’s looking for a writer to help him with the eulogies he must present at their memorial services. Nick and Joan spend a long afternoon together, recalling the fallen men through recounting their virtues and their foibles, and fashioning the stories into memorials of words.

“The Guys” is based on a true story. Show times 8 p.m. Sept. 11 and 2 p.m. Sept. 12. $18-$25. | brukatheatre.org

September 10-16, 2015

CALENDAR | September 10-17, 2015 “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” | Reno Little Theater This long-running Off-Broadway absurdist comedy places Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso in a Parisian cafe in 1904, before the celebrated painter set the art world afire with cubism. In his first comedy for the stage actor and screenwriter Steve Martin plays fast and loose with fact, fame and fortune as these two geniuses muse on the century’s achievements and prospects, as well as other fanciful topics with infectious dizziness.

Show times 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11-12, 17-19, 24-25, & Oct. 1-3. Matinee 2 p.m. Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 3-4. $15-$18. | renolittlethreater.org

Austinpalooza

Sept. 11 | 5 p.m. | Free | TJ’s Corral | Carson City, Nev.

SEPT. 10 | THURSDAY AT THE LAKE Jeff Jones Ritz-Carlton 6 p.m.

Dave Manning Cottonwood 6 p.m.

Ali Marriner Alibi Ale Works 6 p.m.

The Chris Costa Show Tahoe Biltmore 7 p.m.

Rustler’s Moon Bar of America 8 p.m.

Paul Covarelli Moody’s Bistro 8 p.m.

Jason McGuire Trio Red Room Crystal Bay Club 8 p.m.

Stan Charles Pastime Club 10 p.m.

DJ Parties Time Splitter Thursdays Moe’s 8 p.m.

Arty the Party Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 8 p.m.

DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Fat Cat Bar & Grill 9 p.m.

Rock On! Hard Rock 9 p.m.

The Grid 9:30 p.m.

Rookies 10 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND In Stride Comma Coffee 12 p.m.

Megan Roxy Bistro Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Walker Williams Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 6 p.m.

Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m.

Jason McGuire Trio Brewery Arts Center 7 p.m.

Jam w/Dean Brownell Carson Station Casino 7 p.m.

Just Us Cabaret Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m.

Bourgeois Gypsies The Terrace Peppermill 7 p.m.

Fred Gonzales Singer Social Lounge 7 p.m.

Jimmy Malley & Jack Clifton Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m.

Steppen Stonz Atlantis Casino 8 p.m.

Bluff Caller Lex Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m.

Lisa Marie Johnston 968 Park Hotel 8 p.m.

Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy Bistro Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Cash Presley Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Teddy Rum Bullions Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Live DJ St. James Infirmary 9 p.m.

Honky Tonk Thursdays with DJ Jamie G Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

Locals Night w/DJ 2wice Lex Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic w/Dale Poune Plan b: Microlounge 7 p.m.

Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

The Point 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

Theater, Comedy, Dance Sean Peabody Pioneer Underground 8 p.m.

SEPT. 11 | FRIDAY AT THE LAKE Guitar Strings & Chicken Wings Squaw Valley 6 p.m.

The Chris Costa Show Tahoe Biltmore 7 p.m.

Ian Ethan Case Tahoe Art Haus 7:30 p.m.

Rustler’s Moon Gar Woods 8 p.m.

Amy LeVere & Will Sexton Moody’s Bistro 8 p.m.

Jackie Dauzat Riva Grill 8 p.m.

Seraphin Pastime Club 9 p.m.

Lef Deppard Hard Rock 9 p.m.

The Brothers Comatose Crown Room Crystal Bay Club 10 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Roni V NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m.

Arty the Party Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 10 p.m.

THE MUSIC SCENE

FIVE BANDS COME

together for a night of rocking music to benefit Austin’s House, an emergency shelter for children who suffered from neglect or abuse. Headlining the show is Lee Rocker, who made his mark singing and rocking his giant, upright bass in the legendary music group The Stray Cats. Audiences will also enjoy music from Lavish Green, The Bootleggers, The Engineered Disaster and Seymour’s Trick Bag. | carsonvalleyinn.com

Dave Manning

BOOTLEGGERS DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

DJ MoFunk Roxy Eldorado 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Tourist Club 9 p.m.

MontBleu 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Pipes on the River Trinity Episcopal Church 12 p.m.

Steppen Stonz Atlantis Casino 4 p.m.

Austinpalooza TJ’s Corral Carson Valley Inn 5 p.m.

Mary Margaret Niebuhr, Clair Humphrey Buona Sera 6 p.m.

Lynne Colvig & Kevin Tokarz Rapscallion 6 p.m.

Walker Williams Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 6 p.m.

Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m.

Jason McGuire Trio Brewery Arts Center 7 p.m.

Reno Music Project Showcase Walden’s Coffeehouse 7 p.m.

Fred Gonzales Vassar Lounge 7 p.m.

Buddy Emmer Silver Baron Lounge Silver Legacy 7 p.m.

Mojo Green Firken & Fox 7:30 p.m.

Corky Bennett & The 9th St. Band Reno Senior Center 8 p.m.

Englbert Humperdinck Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

Jamie Rollins Living the Good Life Lounge 8 p.m.

Bourgeois Gypsies Peppermill 8 p.m.

Alisha Saddler Knitting Factory 8 p.m.

Just Us Cabaret Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m.

Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Big Bad Boogie Rock Rum Bullions Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Cash Presley Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ I Harrah’s Reno 9 p.m.

DJ Rick Gee Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

Boots & Daisy Dukes w/DJ Jamie G Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

Boggan and guest DJs 1 up 10 p.m.

DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Chris English Edge Peppermill 1 a.m.

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

Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

The Point 9 p.m.

Spiro’s Sports Bar & Grille 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Xtreme Sports Bar Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance Sean Peabody Carson Nugget 7:30 p.m.

“The Guys” Bruka Theatre 8 p.m.

Sean Peabody Pioneer Underground 9 p.m.

Special Events Camel & Ostrich Races Virginia City 12 p.m.

SEPT. 12 | SATURDAY AT THE LAKE TOCCATA Soiree Musical Fundraiser Incline Village home 4 p.m.

Pacific Mambo Orchestra Sand Harbor State Park 6:30 p.m.

Rustler’s Moon Gar Woods 8 p.m.

Eric Burdon & The Animals Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 7:30 p.m.

Punk and Metal Night Whiskey Dick’s Saloon 7:30 p.m.

Amy LeVere & Will Sexton Moody’s Bistro 8 p.m.

Jackie Dauzat Riva Grill 8 p.m.

Dueling Pianos Breeze Bar Tahoe Biltmore 8 p.m.

Jake Hurtwitz 968 Park Hotel 8 p.m.

Max Cabello Jr. Hard Rock 9 p.m.

Bar of America 9:30 p.m.

Live music Hyatt Cutthroat’s Salon 10 p.m.

Live music Hyatt Lone Eagle Grille 10 p.m.

Little Miss Mixer and Giant Fighting Robots Red Room Crystal Bay Club 11:30 p.m.

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

DJ Roni V NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m.

DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

Rookies 10 p.m.

DJ MoFunk Roxy Eldorado 10 p.m.

DJ SN1, DJ Rick Gee Peek Nightclub Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke MontBleu 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Hallie Kirk Comma Coffee 1 p.m.

Steppen Stonz Atlantis Casino 4 p.m.

Mo Beach Band Carson Nugget 4 p.m.

Megan Roxy Bistro Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Corky Bennett Bavarian World 6 p.m.

Walker Williams Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 6 p.m.

Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m.

Mimic Harrah’s Reno Plaza 7 p.m.

Buddy Emmer Silver Baron Lounge Silver Legacy 7 p.m.

Pepe Aguilar Silver Legacy 8 p.m.

From Hell Knitting Factory 8 p.m.

Just Us Carson Valley Inn 8 p.m.

Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Big Bad Boogie Rock Rum Bullions Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Cash Presley Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ I Harrah’s Reno 9 p.m.

DJ Jamie G Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

DJ Roni Romance, DJ Dragon NoVi Eldorado 9 p.m.

DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Chris English Edge Peppermill 1 a.m.

Sept. 10 | 6 p.m. | Free | Cottonwood | Truckee

DAVE MANNING’S PLAYED Folsom Prison. He’s opened for the likes of Dan Bern, Mose Allison, and Squirrel Nut Zippers’ frontman James Mathus.

He’s held up traffic all over the West puttering along in an old VW Microbus that Arlo Guthrie autographed. Manning is living his life in the old tradition of the traveling-storytelling songwriters.

Manning will be accompanied for this performance by Jack Ridesill on guitar. | cottonwoodrestaurant.com

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The Guys

SEPT. 12 | SATURDAY CONTINUED...

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

Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

The Point 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance “The Guys” Bruka Theater 2 p.m.

Sean Peabody Pioneer Underground 6:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Special Events Camel & Ostrich Races Virginia City 12 p.m.

SEPT. 13 | SUNDAY AT THE LAKE

Sept. 11 | 8 p.m. & Sept. 12 | 2 p.m.

Brüka Theatre | Reno, Nev. | $18-$25

BRÜKA THEATRE BEGINS its 23rd season with a special two-night performance of “The Guys” to foster and engage in conversation regarding the tragic, life-changing attacks that remain in our hearts and minds, even though it occurred 14 years ago this September. This special presentation features Sandra BrunellNeace and New York-based Equity actor William J. McKay in the roles. Both shows will be followed by a discussion with the audience and will feature responses to the play itself, the tragedy of Sept. 11th and stories and remarks from audience members. | bruka.org

Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus

Carolyn Dolan & Peter Supersano The Beacon Bar 1 p.m.

Live music “Tahoe Gal” 6 p.m.

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

DJ JBird Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 10 p.m.

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

RENO & BEYOND Sunday Jazz Wild River Grille 2 p.m.

Megan Roxy Bistro Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Deep Groove Red Dog Saloon 5 p.m.

Kyle Williams and Max Minardi Peppermill 6 p.m.

Moon Gravy 3rd St. Blues 8 p.m.

Chrysalis Jub Jub’s 8 p.m.

Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy Bistro Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Gil Roxy’s Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Jamie Rollins Silver Baron Lounge Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Cash Presley Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

Theater, Comedy & Dance Desert Rose Revue Burlesque Singer Social Club 8 p.m.

Special Events Camel & Ostrich Races Virginia City 12 p.m.

SEPT. 14 | MONDAY AT THE LAKE

Tahoe Paradise Park 4:30 p.m.

Paul Coverelli Ritz-Carlton 6 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Himmel Haus 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND

Sept. 16 | 7 p.m.

Corpus Christi Catholic Church | Carson City, Nev. Sept. 18 | 7 p.m.

St. Theresa Catholic Church | South Lake Tahoe Sept. 20 | 3 p.m.

Cornerstone Church| Incline Village, Nev. Sept. 22 | 7 p.m.

Our Lady of the Snows | Reno, Nev. $25-$40

TOCCATA Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will finalize its 2015 Tahoe Summer MusicFest with a concert series commemorating the 14th anniversary of the Sept. 11th tragedy. This final series features sections from Verdi’s “Requiem” and Mendelssohn’s “Violin Concerto” with Guest Artist Elizabeth Pitcairn performing on the legendary Red Stradivarius Violin.

There will be two Soiree Musicale Fundraisers for this concert series on Sept. 12 at 4 p.m. at a private home in Incline Village, and on Sept. 19 at 4 p.m. at a private home in Zephyr Cove. | toccatatahoe.com

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

Kyle Williams and Max Minardi Peppermill 6 p.m.

Carson City Music Club Brewery Arts Center 7 p.m.

Atomika Atlantis Casino 8 p.m.

Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy Bistro Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Java Jungle 7:30 p.m.

Gold Hill Hotel 7 p.m.

Open Mic w/Tany Jane Sidelines 8:30 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

Blazing Mics w/Britt Straw Jub Jub’s 9:30 p.m.

Live Band Karaoke Brew Brothers Eldorado 10 p.m.

Black & Blues Jam Sidelines 8:30 p.m.

Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy Bistro Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

DG Kicks Big Band 3rd Street Blues 9 p.m.

Cash Presley Brew Brothers Eldorado10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Chris English Brews Brothers Eldorado 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

Gong Show Karaoke Rum Bullions Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

SEPT. 16 | WEDNESDAY

AT THE LAKE

DJ Parties Bass Heavy The Grid 10 p.m.

DJ Chris English Cabo Wabo Harvey’s 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic Mellow Fellow Truckee 8:30 p.m.

Auld Dubliner 9 p.m.

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

Russell Ketenjian Brugo’s Pizza 6 p.m.

Kyle Rea Peppermill 6 p.m.

George Pickard Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m.

Richie Ballerini & Lee Edwards Living the Good Life 6:30 p.m.

Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m.

Corky Bennett Reno Polo Lounge 7 p.m.

Rick Metz Blues Jam 3rd Street Lounge 7 p.m.

Craig & Terri Glen Eagles 7 p.m.

TOCCATA w/Elizabeth Pitcairn Corpus Christi Catholic Church 7 p.m.

Josh Procaccini and Jenera Batten Firkin & Fox 7:30 p.m.

Mick Valentino & Lynne Colvig Living the Good Live 7:30 p.m.

Atomika Atlantis Casino 8 p.m.

Brandi Carlile Knitting Factory 8 p.m.

Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy Bistro Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Ricky Martin Grand Sierra Resort 9 p.m.

Left of Centre Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Jamie G Cabaret John Ascuaga’s Nugget 7 p.m.

DJ Terry Melody Xtreme Sports Bar Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m.

Country Rock DJ Rum Bullions Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Justincredible Carson Station 9 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Billy Star Open Jam Red Dog Saloon 6:30 p.m.

Alfonso’s 8 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

Open Mic Ruben’s Cantina 9 p.m.

The Point 9 p.m.

Open Mic Comedy Third Street Bar 9:30 a.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

SEPT. 17 | THURSDAY

AT THE LAKE Rustler’s Moon Bar of America 8 p.m.

Stan Charles Pastime Club 10 p.m.

DJ Parties Time Splitter Thursdays Moe’s 8 p.m.

DJ David Aaron MontBleu 10 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Fat Cat Bar & Grill 9 p.m.

Rock On! Hard Rock 9 p.m.

The Grid 9:30 p.m.

Rookies 10 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Megan Roxy Bistro Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Jazz Night w/Cece Gable & John Shipley We Olive and Wine Bar 5:30 p.m.

Voodoo Cowboys Gilley’s Nugget Sparks 6 p.m.

Terri Campillo & Craig Fletcher Glen Eagles 6:30 p.m.

Craig w/Mick Valentino Glen Eagles 7 p.m.

Jam w/Dean Brownell Carson Station Casino 7 p.m.

Fred Gonzales Singer Social Lounge 7 p.m.

George Pickard Carson Valley Inn 7 p.m.

Jimmy Malley & Jack Clifton Living the Good Life 7:30 p.m.

DakhaBrakha Nightingale Concert Hall 7:30 p.m.

Atomika Atlantis Casino 8 p.m.

Craig Morgan Knitting Factory 8 p.m.

Biggie Smiles Lex Grand Sierra Resort 8 p.m.

Bobbie Reynon & Paul January Roxy Bistro Eldorado 8:30 p.m.

Left of Centre Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

DJ Parties DJ Teddy Silver Legacy 9 p.m.

Honky Tonk Thursdays with DJ Jamie G Grand Sierra Resort 10 p.m.

Locals Night w/DJ 2wice Lex Nightclub 10 p.m.

DJ Montague Brew Brothers Eldorado 10:30 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Dale Poune Plan b: Microlounge 7 p.m.

Club Cal Neva 8 p.m.

Bottom’s Up Saloon 9 p.m.

El Cortez Lounge 9 p.m.

West Second Street 9:30 p.m.

Theater, Comedy, Dance Kabir “Kabeezy” Singh Pioneer Underground 8 p.m.

Amy Lavere & Will Sexton

SEPT. 15 | TUESDAY

AT THE LAKE Buddy Emmer Blues Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 8 p.m.

Open Mic & Karaoke Open Mic w/Lucas Arizu Fat Cat Bar & Grill 9 p.m.

RENO & BEYOND Daniel Gaughan Genoa Lakes Golf Course 4 p.m.

Kevin Tokarz Roxy Bistro Eldorado 4:30 p.m.

Kyle Williams Peppermill 6 p.m.

George Pickford Carson Valley Inn 6 p.m.

Mile High Jazz Band Comma Coffee 7:30 p.m.

Atomika Atlantis Casino 8 p.m.

Sept. 11 & 12 | 8 p.m. | Free | Moody’s Bistro | Truckee

AMY LAVERE AND HER husband Will Sexton release their second album, “Hallelujah, I’m a Dreamer,” just nine months after the release of their 2014 album, “Runaway’s Diary.” The arrangements are lithe and uncluttered, allowing LaVere and Sexton’s disarming harmonies to rise to the top. At times their voices blend so well one can hardly find the place where they split; it’s a dance matched only by the complimentary guitar work of Sexton and Dave Cousar.

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TA S T Y Take a walk on a garden tour

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Slow Food Lake Tahoe is hosting an edible garden tour on Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. These High Sierra gardens will range from beginner container gardens to multiproduction, permaculture greenhouses.

The tour starts at Truckee Demonstration Garden at Regional Park and continues, caravan-style, to a variety of Truckee home gardens. Light refreshments will be provided along the tour, which will end at the Truckee Community Farmers’ Market.

Picnic Catering will provide a snack. Tickets are $10 for Slow Food Lake Tahoe members or $15 for nonmembers and may be purchased online. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Truckee Demonstration Garden.

Children are welcome to participate free of charge. | slowfoodlaketahoe.org

FiftyFifty hosts release party FiftyFifty Brewing Co. has tickets on sale now for a winter release party for its barrel-aged stout, Eclipse. The party on Dec. 3 will offer tastings of the 2015 Eclipse; a commemorative bottle of Eclipse; a snifter glass; gourmet cheeses, breads and beerinspired appetizers; plus 15 percent off all FiftyFifty merchandise.

The tickets are $100 per person with a limit of two per person. Online tickets will be available Sept. 16 at 12:01 PDT. Or, buy tickets at FiftyFifty Restaurant on Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. Only a limited number of tickets will be sold. | fiftyfiftybrewing.com

Enjoy dinner at Lake Mary Sugar Bowl hosts the final date in its Lake Mary Cabin Dinner Series to benefit local nonprofits. Enjoy a delicious meal on the patio overlooking Lake Mary atop Donner Summit on Sept. 13. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. | RSVP sugarbowl.com

Dine at Shakespeare Ranch The 2015 Community Table returns on Sept. 11 at the Shakespeare Ranch in Glenbrook, Nev., to benefit the Parasol Foundation. This year’s event features Chef Roland Passot of La Folie in San Francisco. Tickets are $500. | parasol.com

Slow Food hosts workshops Slow Food Lake Tahoe is offering a Skillshare series with Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on select days at the Community Recreation Center kitchen. Upcoming sessions will include Homemade Herbal Remedies on Sept. 13. The sessions are $10 per class with a $15 materials fee. | Register (530) 582-7720 or tdrpd.org

September 10-16, 2015

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Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of tasty tidbits. to become a member by donating $5 to $25 per month. Corporate memberships start at $300. A complete list of Hubster membership benefits is on the Web site. Raffle prizes include ski passes, gift certificates, staycation packages and outdoor gear. Tahoe Food Hub is a nonprofit working to restore local food distribution by building a regional food system. | tahoefoodhub.org

Thunderbird hosts fundraising dinner

Save with Dining for Schools card The Dining for Schools card is on sale from Excellence in Education Foundation.

The card entitles the bearer to 50 percent off an individual dinner entree at 45 participating restaurants. The card is nontransferable, but may be used an unlimited number of times at any participating restaurant during the valid period. Visit the Web site for a list of participating restaurants. The cards are $50 each and may be purchased at SaveMart in Tahoe City and Truckee, Safeway in Kings Beach and Truckee, Mountain Hardware in Truckee, The Store in Tahoe City and online. | exined.org

Epicurean Weekend on tap The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe hosts the annual Epicurean Weekend from Oct. 2 to 4. Activities and events on the first day include a special five-course dinner prepared by James Beard Awardnominated guest Chef Mark Estee and resort Sous Chef Chris Watkins.

Advance reservations are required and available from 5:30 p.m. to closing. Take an Epicurean-themed painting class with the Painted Vine at the resort at 5 p.m. in Café Blue. The evening will include painting of a vintner-inspired picture, wine, champagne and beverages.

Reservations are required at least 72 hours in advance. The minimum age for participants is 12. Explore the night sky and view the cosmos with Tahoe Star Tours and star guide and poet, Tony Berendsen, from 8:15 to 10:30 p.m. Make reservations in advance.

On Oct. 3, Atelier will host a workshop on wooden spoon carving from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Backyard Bar & BBQ. This workshop is for adults and children age 10 and older.

On Oct. 4, An Epicurean Brunch will be offered at Manzanita from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. featuring seasonally focused presentations including a chilled seafood display, a carving station, salads, cheese and charcuterie, along with breakfast favorites and desserts. Advance reservations are recommended. Atelier will host a Printing

Basics workshop from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Manzanita. Participants will learn to design, plan and create their own stamps and transfer the design to flour sack tea towels. Pick out a pumpkin and join in the fun to make candy apples, and enjoy hot apple cider, pumpkin painting and more from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the resort’s Pumpkin Patch. Pricing is a la carte. | ritzcarlton.com

Become a Hubster Tahoe Food Hub is launching a new membership program on Sept. 24 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. outside its shop in Alpine Meadows. Called Farm Truck Thursday, the fundraising community event will feature a food court of food trucks, including Mountain Roots Food Truck, Starkey’s Wood-fired Pizza Truck and The Souper Wagon. The Crest Café will be rolling up sushi, plus local beers and wines will be available. Chi McLean will provide music.

Hubster is the name for the membership program and to join buy raffle tickets: donate $25 get two raffle tickets, donate $35 get 4 raffle tickets and donate $50 get 8 raffle tickets. Or, opt

Thunderbird Lake Tahoe hosts its final summer dinner series on Sept. 13 featuring Crystal Bay Steakhouse Chef Evan Carsman paired with Miner Family Winery featuring vignettes by founder and owner Dave Miner and Chef Evan Carsman. | RSVP thunderbirdtahoe.org

Estee offers food classes Celebrity Chef Mark Estee and Head Butcher Damon Ewasko guide participants through an anatomy lesson of the “Meat We Eat” in partnership with Atelier.

Participants will learn the parts that make up the whole, recipes on how to cook different sections and take home a special house-made condiment or rub. Classes are being held at Reno Provisions on Sept.

23 and Oct. 28. Classes start at $85. | ateliertruckee.com

Vendors sought for Oktoberfest The annual Tahoe City Oktoberfest will be held on Oct. 3 from noon to 6 p.m. on the grounds of the Gatekeeper’s Museum.

Food and beverage vendors are invited to participate in this event. Business vendors are also welcome. This annual event offers activities for the family, even the dogs.

Guest will enjoy live music, cold beer, barbecue sausages and wieners, as well as games and crafts for kids of all ages. | visittahoecity.org

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Restaurant Directory Alpine Meadows CREST CAFÉ

Gourmet Deli

150 Alpine Meadows Rd.

(530) 581-3037

RIVER RANCH

Variety Grill

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

B L D L D RA

Carnelian Bay

VILLAGE PUB

American

848 Tanger St.

(775) 832-7212

L D

WILD ALASKAN SEAFOOD REST.

Seafood

930 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 832-6777

L D

WILDFLOWER CAFÉ

Variety

869 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-8072

B BR L RA

ANNIE’S DELI

Deli

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

L D

APIZZA BELLA

Pizza

8160 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2301

L D B L

Kings Beach

C.B.’S PIZZA & GRILL

Pizza/Grill

5075 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4738

L D

BROCKWAY BAKERY

Bakery/Ice Cream 8710 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2431

GAR WOODS

California Grill

5000 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3366

BR L D RA

CALIENTE

Southwestern

8791 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-1000

L D RA

OLD POST OFFICE

Homestyle Café

5245 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3205

B L

CHAR PIT

Burgers/Ice Cream 8732 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3171

L D

WATERMAN’S LANDING

Café/Eclectic

5166 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3590

B L

CHINA EXPRESS

Chinese

8501 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-7788

L D

THE GRID

Bar & Grill

8545 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-0300

L D

HIRO SUSHI

Sushi/Japanese

8159 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4476

D

Crystal Bay BILTY’S BREW & Q

BBQ Smokehouse The Tahoe Biltmore

(775) 833-6748

D

JASON’S BEACHSIDE GRILLE

Variety Grill

8338 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3315

L D

BISTRO ELISE

Italian Bistro

Crystal Bay Club

(775) 833-6333

B L D

JAVA HUT

Café

8268 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 556-0602

B L

CAFÉ BILTMORE

24-Hour Café

The Tahoe Biltmore

(775) 831-0660

B L D

KINGS CAFE

Cafe/Ice Cream

8421 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3663

B L

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

(775) 832-4000

B BR L D

LANZA’S

Italian

7739 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2434

D

MELLOW FELLOW

Gastro Pub

9980 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 553-1333

L D

LA MEXICANA

Mexican

8515 Brook Ave.

(530) 546-0310

B L D

SOULE DOMAIN

Variety

9983 Cove St.

(530) 546-7529

D RA

LAS PANCHITAS

Mexican

8345 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4539

L D

STEAK & LOBSTER HOUSE

Steak & Seafood

Crystal Bay Club

(775) 833-6333

D RA

LOG CABIN CAFÉ

American/Ice Cream 8692 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-7109

B L

SPINDLESHANKS

American

400 Brassie Ave.

(530) 546-2191

B L D RA

8290 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-2218

L D

Donner Summit

STEAMERS BEACHSIDE BAR & OVEN Pizza

THE DINING ROOM (winter)

French California

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

SWEET TAHOE TIME

Ice Cream

8636 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-9998

TAHOE CENTRAL MARKET

Deli

8487 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-8344

THE CHOCOLATE BAR

American

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-1800

L D RA

EARTHLY DELIGHTS

Gourmet Deli

The Village at Northstar

(530) 587-7793

B L D

EURO SWEETS

Frozen Yogurt/Candy The Village at Northstar

(530) 581-0600

B L D

ICE LAKES LODGE (winter)

Upscale Dining

1111 Soda Springs Rd.

RAINBOW TAVERN

American

50080 Hampshire Rocks Rd. (530) 562-5001

(530) 426-7661

BR L D

SUMMIT RESTAURANT & BAR

American

22002 Donner Pass Rd.

B L D

(530) 426-3904

L D

Incline Village

B L D

Northstar

ALIBI ALE WORKS

Brewery

204 East Enterprise

(775) 298-7001

ART’S COFFEEHOUSE

Café/Bakery

770 Mays Blvd.

(775) 832-5655

B L

MANZANITA

Calif/French

Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

(530) 562-3000

L D RA

AUSTIN’S

American

120 Country Club Drive

(775) 832-7778

L D RA

MARTIS VALLEY GRILL (summer)

American

At Northstar Golf Course

(530) 562-3460

B BR L

AZZARA’S

Italian

930 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-0346

D

MIKUNI

Japanese

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-2188

L D

BAR BAR BAR U-BAKE PIZZA

Pizza

760 Mays Blvd.

(775) 831-2700

L D

PETRA

Wine Bar/Tapas

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-0600

BR L D

BIG WATER GRILLE

Variety

341 Ski Way

(775) 833-0606

D RA

RUBICON PIZZA

Pizza

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-2199

L D

BITE

Tapas

907 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-1000

BR L D RA

TACOS JALISCO

Mexican

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-1125

L D

BLUE WATER CAFE & DELI

Cafe

120 Country Club Dr., #28

(775) 298-2199

B L

TAVERN 6330’ (winter)

American Grill

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-3200

L D

At Championship Golf Course (775) 832-1178

L

TC’S PUB (winter)

American

The Village at Northstar

(530) 562-2250

L D

Chinese

882 Tahoe Blvd.

L D

CHINA WOK

Chinese

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 833-3663

L D

CHUCK WAGON OF TAHOE

American Comfort 930 Tahoe Blvd., #904

(775) 750-4875

B L D

ALEXANDER’S (winter)

Eclectic

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

L

CROSBY’S GRILL PUB CASINO

American

868 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 833-1030

L D

AULD DUBLINER

Irish Fare

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6041

L D

CUTTHROAT’S SALOON

Sports Bar

High Camp, Squaw Valley

THE GRILLE AT THE CHATEAU (summer) Grill CHINA VILLAGE

(775) 831-9090

Olympic Valley

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

L D

BAR NORTH SPORTS (winter)

Casual

(530) 452-7278

L

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

(775) 831-3933

B L D

BAR ONE (winter)

Seasonally inspired Bar One, Olympic House

(530) 452-8750

D

FREDRICK’S

Fusion

907 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 832-3007

D RA

CASCADES

Casual

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6621 B

GUS’ OPEN PIT BARBECUE

Barbecue

930 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-4487

L D

CORNICE CANTINA

Mexican

The Village at Squaw

(530) 452-4362

L D

HACIENDA DE LA SIERRA

Mexican

931 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-8300

L D RA

DAVE’S DELI (winter)

Deli

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 581-1085

B L

I.V. COFFEE LAB

Cafe

907 Tahoe Blvd., Suite 20A

(775) 298-2402

DORINDA’S

Handmade Chocolates The Village at Squaw

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

(775) 831-8317

L D

EURO SWEETS

Frozen Yogurt/Candy The Village at Squaw

(530) 581-0600

L D

JACK RABBIT MOON (summer)

American/Wine Bar 893 Tahoe Blvd., Suite 600

(775) 833-3900

BR D

FIRESIDE PIZZA

Gourmet Pizza

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6150

L D

KOI SUSHI

Sushi

874 Tahoe Blvd., Unit 26

(775) 298-2091

L D

GRAHAM’S

European

1650 Squaw Valley Rd.

(530) 581-0454

D RA

LA FONDUE

Fondue

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 831-6104

D RA

THE K’TCHEN (winter)

Pizza/Deli

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 452-8750

L

LE BISTRO

French

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 831-0800

D RA

KT BASE BAR

American

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 452-8750

L D

LONE EAGLE GRILLE

Fine American

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

BR L D RA

LE CHAMOIS (winter)

Bar & Grill

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 583-4505

L D

LUPITAS

Mexican

754 Mays Blvd.

(775) 833-4141

L D

MAMASAKE

Sushi/Japanese

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-0110

L D

MOFO’S PIZZA AND PASTA

Pizza/Pasta

884 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-4999

L D

MOUNTAIN NECTAR

Deli

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6161

L D

MOUNTAIN HIGH SANDWICH CO.

Gourmet Deli

120 Country Club Drive, #28 (775) 298-2636

L D

MOUNTAIN PIZZERIA (winter)

Casual Italian

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300

L

NINE 41 EATERY & BAR

Grill

941 W. Lake Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 832-0941

L D

OLYMPIC PLAZA BAR (winter)

Grill

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 452-8750

L

PADDLE WHEEL SALOON

Grill

120 Country Club Dr.

(775) 831-2022

L D

PLUMPJACK CAFE

Mediterranean

Near the Cable Car

(530) 583-1576

L D RA

PANADERIA DEL LAGO BAKERY

Bakery

901 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 232-8775

POOLSIDE CAFÉ (spring & summer)

American

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 583-6985

L

ROOKIES

Sports Bar

930 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-9008

L D

ROCKER@SQUAW

American

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6080

L D

SAND HARBOR BAR & GRILL

Grill

At Sand Harbor State Park

L D

SANDY’S PUB

Sports Bar

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6617 B BR L D

SIERRA CAFÉ

Casual American

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

B BR L D

SILVEY’S CAFÉ

Café/Deli

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

SUNSHINE DELI

Deli

919 Incline Way

(775) 832-2253

B L D

SIX PEAKS GRILLE

Fine American

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6621 BR L D RA

B L

SUSIE SCOOPS ICE CREAM

Ice Cream

869 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-8181

SOUPA

Gourmet Deli

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6190

T’S MESQUITE ROTISSERIE

Mexican

901 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-2832

L D

SWEET POTATOES

Deli

Resort at Squaw Creek

(530) 583-6300 x6621 B L D

TAHOE PROVISIONS

Gourmet Deli

Inside the Hyatt Regency

(775) 832-1234

B L D

THE TERRACE (winter)

American

High Camp, Squaw Valley

(530) 452-7278

L D

THAI RECIPE

Thai

901 Tahoe Blvd.

(775) 831-4777

L D

22 BISTRO

New American

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6170

L D

TO GO FORK

Deli/Juice Bar

930 Tahoe Blvd. #701B

(775) 833-3463

D

UNCORKED

Wine Bar

The Village at Squaw

(530) 584-6090

TOMAATO’S PIZZA & PASTA

Pizza/Pasta

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

D

WILDFLOUR BAKING CO.

Bakery/Deli

Olympic House, Squaw Valley (530) 583-1963

TUNNEL CREEK CAFÉ

Café

1115 Tunnel Creek Rd.

B L

30

(775) 298-2502

L D

B L D

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Tahoe City

THE LODGE AT TAHOE DONNER

American

12850 Northwoods Blvd.

LOCAL FLAVOR (530) 587-9455

BR D RA

BACCHI’S INN

Italian

2905 Lake Forest Rd.

(530) 583-3324

D RA

MAKI ALI

Sushi/Asian Fusion 11357 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1144

L D

BLUE AGAVE

Mexican

425 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-8113

L D

MARG’S WORLD TACO BISTRO

World Flavors

10164 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-6274

BR L D

BRIDGETENDER

American

65 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3342

B L D

MARTHA’S KITCHEN

Mexican/Italian

15628 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1425

L D

THE BURRITO WINDOW

Mexican

255 N. Lake Blvd. Suite 18

(530) 583-3057

L

MARTY’S CAFE

Cafe

10115 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-8208

B L

CEDAR HOUSE PUB (winter)

Grill

Granlibakken Resort

(530) 583-4242

D

MELLOW FELLOW

Gastropub

10192 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 214-8927

L D

CHRISTY HILL

California

115 Grove St.

(530) 583-8551

D RA

THE MILL JUICE SHOP

Juice Bar

10825 Pioneer Trail, #100

(775) 745-1807

B L

COFFEE CONNEXION

Coffee/Café

950 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-6023

B L

MOODY’S BISTRO BAR & BEATS

California

10007 Bridge St.

(530) 587-8688

L D RA

DAM CAFÉ

Café/Ice Cream

55 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-0278

B L

MORGAN’S LOBSTER SHACK

Seafood

10087 West River St.

(530) 582-5000

L D

DOCKSIDE 700

Bar & Grill

At Tahoe City Marina Mall

(530) 581-0303

L D

PIANETA

Italian

10096 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-4694

D RA L D

DOMA SUSHI MET GALBI

Korean/Japanese 877 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-2880

L D

PIZZA BAR

Pizza

10164 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-8056

FAT CAT CAFÉ

American

599 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3355

B L D

PIZZA ON THE HILL

Pizza

11509 Northwoods Blvd.

(530) 582-9669

D

FREE HEEL CAFÉ

Café

at Tahoe Cross Country

(530) 583-5475

L

PIZZA SHACK

Pizza

11782 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3456

L D

FRONT STREET STATION PIZZA

Pizza

205 River Rd.

(530) 583-3770

L D

THE POUR HOUSE

Wine Bar

10075 Jibboom St.

(530) 550-9664

GEAR & GRIND CAFÉ

Café/Ice Cream

690 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-0000

L D

PJ’S BAR & GRILL (summer)

N. California

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

B L D

At Tahoe City Golf Course

(530) 583-1516

B L D

RED TRUCK

Café

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

B L

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

Mexican

In Boatworks Mall

(530) 581-3700

D FB

SANCHOS MEXICAN

Mexican

11357 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-4847

B L D

JAKE’S ON THE LAKE

Grill

780 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-0188

BR L D RA

SMOKEY’S KITCHEN

BBQ

12036 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-4535

L D

MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR B QUE

BBQ

120 Grove St.

(530) 583-4227

B L D

SPICE

Indian

11421 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 550-9664

L D

PFEIFER HOUSE

Continental

760 River Rd.

(530) 583-3102

B L

POPPY’S FROZEN YOGURT & WAFFLES Yogurt/Waffles

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

D RA

SQUEEZE IN

American

10060 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-9184

B L

SWEET’S HANDMADE CANDIES

Dessert/Ice Cream 10118 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-6556

RIVER GRILL

California Bistro

55 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-2644

D RA

TACO STATION

Mexican

11782 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-8226

L D

ROSIE’S CAFÉ

Variety

571 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-8504

B L D

TACOS JALISCO

Mexican

11400 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-1131

L D

STONEYRIDGE-UNCOMMON KITCHEN Ethnic Food

505 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-3663

L D

THAI DELICACY

Thai

11253 Brockway Rd.

(530) 550-1269

L D

SUGAR PINE CAKERY

Bakery

2923 Lake Forest Rd.

(530) 363-3076

B L

THAI NAKORN

Thai

10770 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-0503

L D

SYD’S BAGELRY

American Café

550 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-2666

B L D

TOGO’s

Deli

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

L D

475 N. Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-4677

L D

TREAT BOX BAKERY

Bakery/Ice Cream 11400 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-6554

TROKAY CAFE

New American

10046 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1040

B L D

L D

TRUCKEE BAGEL COMPANY

Bagels

11448 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 582-1852

B L D L D

B L D

TAHOE MOUNTAIN BREWING CO.

Pub Fare

TAHOE CITY CHOCOLATES

Ice Cream/Dessert In Boatworks Mall

(530) 583-6652

TAHOE CITY SUSHI

Sushi

(530) 581-2004

TAHOE HOUSE

Bakery/Deli

625 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-1377

B L

TRUCKEE PIZZA BAR

Pizza

10164 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-8056

THAI KITCHEN

Thai

255 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-1784

L D

TRUCKEE RIVER WINERY

Winery

10151 Brockway Rd.

(530) 587-4626

L D

UNCORKED

Wine Bar

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

TRUCKEE TAVERN & GRILL

New American

10118 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3766

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WOLFDALE’S

California

640 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-5700

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TUFF BEANS

Café

1005 Palisades Dr.

(530) 587-5191

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American

395 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-9292

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UNCORKED TRUCKEE

Wine Bar

10118 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 550-9800

ZIA LINA RISTORANTE

Italian

521 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 581-0100

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VILLAGE PIZZERIA

Pizza

11329 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 587-7171

L D

690 North Lake Blvd.

THE WAGON TRAIN COFFEE SHOP American

Tahoe Vista BOATHOUSE AT CAPTAIN JON’S

Casual Fine Dining 7220 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4819

B L D

10080 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-7574

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WILD CHERRIES

Coffee House

11429 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-5602

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WONG’S GARDEN

Chinese

11430 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 587-1831

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ZANO’S

Italian

11401 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-7411

L D

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CABLE CAR ICE CREAM (summer)

Ice Cream Parlor

Across from Sandy Beach

JIFFY’S PIZZA

Pizza

6883 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-3244

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OLD RANGE STEAKHOUSE

Vintage Steakhouse 7081 North Lake Blvd.

(530) 546-4800

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

(530) 546-4281

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CHAMBER’S LANDING (summer)

Calif. Café

6400 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-9190

(530) 546-7744

B L D

FIRESIGN CAFÉ

American

1785 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-0871

B L

MOUNTAIN VIEW BBQ

BBQ

Homewood Mtn. Resort

(530) 525-2992

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SANCHO’S

Mexican

7019 North Lake Blvd.

Truckee

West Shore

OBEXER’S GENERAL STORE

Deli/Café

5300 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-6297

1882 BAR & GRILL

Barbecue

10009 East River St.

(530) 550-9222

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PDQ DELI

Deli

6890 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-7411

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BAR OF AMERICA

Mediterranean

10042 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-2626

BR L D RA

SPOON

New American

1785 West Lake Blvd. #5

(530) 581-5400

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BEST PIES PIZZERIA

N.Y. Italian

10068 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1111

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SUNNYSIDE

Variety Grill

1850 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-7200

L D RA

BILL’S ROTISSERRE

Rotisserre

11355 Deerfield Dr.

(530) 582-5652

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SWISS LAKEWOOD

European

5055 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-5211

D RA

BLUE COYOTE BAR & GRILL

Comfort food

10015 Palisades Dr.

(530) 587-7777

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WA SHE SHU GRILLE (summer)

Grill

Meeks Bay Resort

(530) 525-6946

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BLUESTONE JEWELRY & WINE

Wine Bar

10046 Donner Pass Rd., #3

(530) 582-0429

WEST SHORE

New American

5160 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-5200

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BUCKHORN ESPRESSO & GRILL

American

11253 Brockway Rd.

(530) 582-9800

L D

WEST SHORE MARKET

Deli

1780 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 583-7626

L D

BUD’S ICE CREAM & FOUNTAIN

Ice Cream

10108 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 214-0599

L D

WEST SIDE PIZZA

Pizza

7000 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-4771

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BURGER ME!

Gourmet Burger

10418 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-8852

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Café/Gelato

7000 West Lake Blvd.

(530) 525-1731

CAKE TAHOE

Bakery/Ice Cream 9932 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-1701

CASA BAEZA

Mexican

(530) 587-2161

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Food Trucks

COFFEE AND

American

10106 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3123

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ELECTRIC BLUE ELEPHANT

Vegetarian/Vegan Facebook

COFFEEBAR

Café

10120 Jiboom St.

(530) 587-2000

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HOT AND HEALTHY FOODS

Crepes

hotandhealthyfoods.com

B L D

COFFEEBAR THE BAKERY

Bakery/Eatery

12047 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-1554

B L

MTN ROOTS

Eclectic

Alpine Meadows base area

B L

The Village at Squaw

10004 Bridge St.

(530) 414-4836

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COTTONWOOD

American

10142 Rue Hilltop

(530) 587-5711

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MTN ROOTS

Eclectic

COYOTE MOON BAR & GRILLE

American

10685 Northwoods Blvd.

(530) 587-0886

B L D

PHO REAL

Modern Vietnamese Facebook

THE CRESCENT CAFÉ

Gourmet Deli

Inside New Moon Natural Foods (530) 587-7426

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RED TRUCK

Eclectic

Facebook

(530) 587-1394

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DARK HORSE COFFEE ROASTERS

Café

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

SOUPER WAGON

Soup & Sanwiches Facebook

(775) 240-9998

L D

SUPER SWIRL

Ice Cream

(775) 313-8689

DIEGO’S

Mexican

10130 West River St.

(530) 550-9900

L D

DONNER LAKE KITCHEN

American

13720 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 582-4040

B L

DRUNKEN MONKEY

Asian/Sushi

11253 Brockway Rd. #105

(530) 582-9755

L D RA

EL TORO BRAVO

Mexican

10186 Donner Pass Rd.

(530) 587-3557

L D

FIFTYFIFTY BREWING CO.

Upscale Pub

11197 Brockway Rd.

(530) 587-BEER

B L D

FULL BELLY DELI

Deli

10825 Pioneer Trail Rd.

(530) 550-9516

B L

JAX AT THE TRACKS

Comfort Food

10144 West River St.

(530) 550-7450

B L D

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A tour of French wines “With rare exceptions, if you are enjoying red Burgundy it is Pinot Noir and white

White Bordeaux, which can be dry or sweet such as Sauternes, is mainly Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, but white wines comprise only about 5 percent of Bordeaux production.

Champagne Let’s head northeast to Paris and on to Champagne, where three grapes dominate bubble production. Many think Chardonnay leads the way, mais non. Actually, it’s two Pinots – Noir and Meunier – that comprise about 37 percent each of Champagne. By the way, real Champagne is pricey because the traditional production process is time, labor and resource intensive.

is Chardonnay.”

Tastes

Taste of Ireland at Auld Dubliner

I Irish Pub, make sure it’s on your list.

f you haven’t been to the Auld Dubliner

This was my first time eating here after hearing they were the defending champs for best chicken wings. They took first prize last year at Squaw’s Guitar Strings and Chicken Wings event (see the Music Scene in this issue). General manager Randy Rogers said that the wings were created after the restaurant took first place in a rib contest, using a Guinness-ale base for their sauce.

“Flakey cod was bathed in a black and tan beer batter and lightly fried.”

T to offer than Chardonnay or Pinot

he wines of France have much more

Noir but learning to navigate their intricacies can be difficult. So instead I will lead you on a tour of French wines.

Bordeaux If you know two grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, you know about 90 percent of Bordeaux wine. However, if you think Cab is king in the Bordeaux region think again. There is about 2½ times more Merlot grown there. It’s true there is a small strip of vineyards on the left bank of the Garonne River where the wines are primarily Cab, but the right bank and the rest of Bordeaux is dominated by the Blackbird, or in Francais, Merlot. And, yes, there are four other black grapes allowed, of which Cabernet Franc represents almost all, but Merlot and Cab are what you really need to know.

Burgundy North to south in Burgundy we find the regions of Chablis, the Côte-d’Or, Côte Chalonnaise and the Mâcon. With rare exceptions, if you are enjoying red Burgundy it is Pinot Noir and white is Chardonnay.

Wines from the Cote D’Or known are the high-ticket items and will be labeled by their village or vineyard names. Beaujolais is southernmost but the French don’t really consider it part of Burgundy. However, we will and mention that the Gamay grape is Beaujolais wine.

We are off to a great start to becoming French wine experts, and in next week’s issue we’ll travel on to the Loire, Rhone, Provence and Languedoc regions.  Lou Phillips is a Level 3 Advanced Sommelier and his consulting business WineProwest.com assists in the selling, buying and managing wine collections. He may be reached at (775) 544-3435 or lou@ wineprowest.com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for more wine columns.

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Artist and energy healer Chase Rogers joined me for an Irish lunch. The rustic interior of the restaurant is decorated with furniture and décor imported from Ireland with a large bar that is reminiscent of a traditional Irish pub.

I wanted to taste the champion chicken wings, and the Dubliner Hot Wings were amazing; it’s no wonder they won first prize. They were meaty and tender and the sauce had a great balance of both sweet and spicy. They were grilled to perfection with an excellent housemade blue cheese dressing that did not overpower.

Randy suggested we try the Boxty, a traditional Irish dish featuring potato pancakes similar to crepes. We had the Bushmills Chicken Boxty stuffed with a sautéed chicken breast, garlic, thyme and mushrooms in a whiskey cream sauce served with seasonal vegetables from The Tahoe Food Hub. This entrée was delicious. The cream sauce was not too heavy and was delightful with chicken and mushrooms.

“The Boxty is thicker than its French cousin,” noted Chase.

The Auld Dubliner serves organic, sustainable and local products whenever possible. The beef is grass fed, and the fish is line caught and sustainable.

The Blackened Ahi Salad served with mixed greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, dried cranberries and a cilantro pepita dressing was a fabulous salad. We also tried the Dubliners Fish and Chips.

Flakey cod was bathed in a black and tan beer batter and lightly fried. It was served

Bushmills Chicken Boxty

with chips dusted with a light curry seasoning. I don’t normally go for fried but this dish was excellent.

The Dubliner pours traditional 20-oz.

Irish pints and has wide selection of Irish Whiskeys, 36 to be exact, with 70 types of whiskeys in all. You can even order a Whiskey Flight and try a variety of Irish Whiskeys. Enjoy a shot and beer special, which is a local favorite.

Dubliner Hot Wings

They host a full bar, as well. Ryan Rambo of Rambo Productions was at the helm serving up pints. His production company hosts Bingo with Rusty every Thursday night at the Auld Dubliner.

It’s not your grandma’s bingo night. Pete Charles and Friends play live music every Friday and karaoke fans take the spotlight every Tuesday.

The Auld Dubliner in the Village at Squaw Valley is open for lunch and dinner daily with breakfast served on the weekends. For more information, call (530) 5846041 or visit aulddublinertahoe.com.  Priya Hutner is a writer, health and wellness consultant, and natural foods chef. Her business, The Seasoned Sage, focuses on wellness, conscious eating and healthy living. She offers healthy organic meals for her clients. She may be reached at pria78@gmail. com or visit theseasonedsage.com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com for read more Tastes columns.

September 10-16, 2015

Dining Guide KINGS BEACH

Jason’s | American

delicacies. The menu has more than 40 selections including their renowned housemade ravioli. The large dining room easily seats big parties.

Jason’s Beachside Grill, a local’s favorite for more than 30 years offers casual dining in a rustic atmosphere. Savor American classics like Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Teriyaki Chicken, Pasta, Blackened Salmon and Jason’s famous Baby Back Ribs, along with nightly specials. Jason’s boasts the largest salad bar on the North Shore and gourmet half-pound burgers and sandwiches.

There’s a kid’s menu, and a large selection of spirits, wine and microbrews.

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

8338 N. Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, next to the North Tahoe Event Center | Daily 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. | M/C, VISA, AMEX, Diners, Discover | (530) 546-3315

Originating in Chicago, Old Range offers the meat and potatoes crowd huge steaks featuring Midwestern, heavy-aged, corn-fed beef. Try the barbecue ribs and rotisserie chicken combo, filet mignon, king crab legs, giant fresh Iowa pork chops or the house specialty – old-fashioned, salt-roasted prime rib. Enjoy the welcoming, cozy redwood interior, pewter tableware and beautiful lake view from every table. Private cabin room available.

Lanza’s | Italian

Traditional Italian food since the 1930s, and Lanza’s has been a long-time favorite with locals, as well as visitors. It’s been voted best Italian restaurant for many years. Guests will find a great family atmosphere featuring family recipes and large portions. Most dinners are between $12 and $19. Lanza’s also offers a nice selection of Italian and California wines. Lanza’s now offers gluten-free pizza and spaghetti. Offsite catering available.

7739 North Lake Blvd., King’s Beach (next to Safeway) | No reservations | Dinner at 5 p.m. | Full Bar and Happy Hour 4:30 p.m. | MC and VISA | (530) 546-2434

Las Panchitas | Mexican

Serving fine Mexican food since 1975 and at Lake Tahoe since 1982, delicious Chinga-Lingas head the appetizer list. Authentic Chili Relleños are made from fresh-roasted chiles stuffed with jack cheese, and Fiesta Tostadas are created from a flour tortilla with beans, ground beef, chile colorado, chile verde, lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and cheese. The Chicken, Shrimp and Sirloin Fajitas are enough for two.

8345 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach | Full bar with delicious margaritas | Dinners from $10.95 | All major credit cards accepted | (530) 546-4539

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The Lodge Restaurant & Pub | Fine & Casual

Happy Hour is now offered daily at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Located in the heart of Tahoe Donner, The Lodge chef and staff pride themselves in using only the finest ingredients for their bistro-style menu, including organic meats, locally grown produce, and no trans fats. Dine fireside next to floor-to-ceiling win-dows offering spectacular views of the High Sierra. Or, meet up with friends to catch the game in the cozy Pub; perfect for Happy Hour drinks and small plates.

12850 Northwoods Blvd. | Dinner served from 5 to 9 p.m. daily. | AMEX, MasterCard, Visa | (530) 587-9455 TAHOE CITY

Bacchi’s | Vintage Steakhouse

Since 1932, this family owned restaurant has taken pride in serving family style Italian food in a checkered tablecloth setting with touches of Old Tahoe. Servers bring large tureens of minestrone soup, followed by a salad bowl for the table and a generous antipasto tray with some housemade

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7081 N. Lake Blvd., across from the beach, Tahoe Vista | Dinner starting at 5 p.m. | Reservations advised | VISA and AMEX | (530) 546-4800

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El Toro Bravo | Mexican

This is outstanding Mexican cuisine with recipes that have made El Toro Bravo a favorite in Truckee for 25 years. Located in a quaint, old-time, Truckee house, with a friendly ambience to go with your meal. Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. Topping the menu are tender Steak and Chicken Fajitas, Chimichangas, Tacoladas, Chili Relleños, Snapper Santa Cruz, Grilled Prawns and the unusual Oysters 444.

Patio dining, weather permitting.

10816 Donner Pass Road, on the west end of Commercial Row, downtown Truckee | Service from 11:30 a.m. | Full bar | VISA, MC, AMEX, Discover | (530) 587-3557

Pianeta | Italian Cucina

One of the Tahoe area’s best, Pianeta transports the palate with sophisticated, yet rustic Italian food in a warm, cozy atmosphere. The Antipasti features Bruschetta Olivata, Filet Mignon Carpaccio, Housemade Grilled Saus-ages & Crab Cakes.

Pianeta makes most pasta in house with dishes like Veal Meatballs with Pesto & Linguini Pasta, Chicken & Prosciutto Cannelloni with Porcini Cream Sauce & Ravioli della Casa.

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10096 Donner Pass Road, along Commercial Row, downtown Truckee | Open for dinner nightly | Full bar and wine list | Happy Hour at the Bar Mon.-Fri. from 5 to 6:30 p.m. | (530) 587-4694

WEST SHORE

The West Shore Café and Inn | Seasonal California cuisine With its beautiful surroundings, warm ambiance and seasonal menus, the West Shore is a lakefront favorite among Tahoe’s community and visitors alike. Enjoy lakefront dining with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, while experiencing our seasonal menus, which always draw from the best seasonal meats, seafood and produce available.

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I what I’m doing; every time I open my

t doesn’t seem to matter where I am or

mouth to say anything, the first response from any stranger is: “Where are you from?” I get it, after 25 years out here; I still have a slight accent.

I was sitting in the water ski school office the other day with Breck when a couple of girls came in to pay for their rentals and once again, there it was that question: “Where are you from?” Well, of course, the next thing to happen is for them to start guessing and for the most part, these girls were fairly close. At least, they were on the right coast until Dan pipes up and says “Australia.” One of the girls was kind of second-guessing that while the second girl was saying how cool that was and how she almost guessed that. Australia or New Zealand is, by the way, most often the first guess. Go figure?

It was pretty entertaining and Dan and I, along with the girls, got a good laugh out of it. Of course, they did want me to keep talking, but unlike 99 percent of the time, they didn’t ask me to repeat one of those standard Boston sentences that everyone wants to hear, which I’m not going to even mention.

Anyway, since there was so much emphasis on Boston this week, accent-wise anyway, I decided I had to write about one of the most popular summer treats you can get when visiting the area. Lobster Rolls can obviously be enjoyed any time of year, but it is one of the most popular and sought-after summer meals in New England. Of course, as soon as you involve lobster, the price goes up a bit, but hey, everyone deserves a treat once in a while.

The reason I mentioned the price going

up is because when someone gets that first lobster roll, the initial reaction is usually one of dismay. They can’t believe they just paid $15 for a salad that comes in a hot dog bun. I mean, seriously?

It’s true. A true lobster roll comes in a hot dog bun, and not just any bun, but the kind you have to break apart. Not the buns that are individual and look like a tube with crust all the way around. The buns should be nice and soft and then slightly buttered and grilled, so the outside is golden with just that slight crispiness.

As for the filling, there are a million ingredients you can use, but just pick a few and use only a small amount of them.

Lobster is so sweet and mild you don’t want to hide the flavor. After all, that’s why you spent your whole allowance on it. Many places will use herbs such as tarragon, fennel or dill. Use these if you like, but again, they can become overpowering in this roll pretty easily so use just enough to leave that slight hint of a flavor. The most common dressing to add is mayonnaise, but you can also use a little oil or melted butter if you want.

“A true lobster roll comes in a hot dog bun, and not just any bun, but the kind you have to break apart.”

By now, you can see where I’m going with this. If you get a lobster roll at a restaurant, you get it how they make it, but if you are making it yourself, then you might as well add your favorite ingredients. I will give you my favorite way and also list some other popular ingredients.

As for the amounts, add a little at a time and go by taste and not measurements so you don’t mask the flavor of the lobster. I do use small, diced celery and onion but only sweet onions like a Vidalia or a red onion, and only a tiny amount of each. Enjoy.  Smitty is a personal chef specializing in dinner parties, cooking classes and special events. Trained under Master Chef Anton Flory at Top Notch Resort in Stowe, Vt., Smitty is known for his creative use of fresh ingredients. To read archived copies of Stir it Up, visit chefsmitty.com or TheTahoeWeekly.com. Contact him at smitty@chefsmitty.com or (530) 412-3598.

LOBSTER ROLLS

From the kitchen of: Chef David “Smitty” Smith | For approximately 8 rolls 1½ lbs. lobster meat, cut into ½-inch chunks Mayonnaise, just enough to slightly coat the salad Lemon juice to taste (a few drops) Celery, small, diced maybe half a stick for crunch & flavor Sweet onion, small diced no more than the amount of celery used A few parsley leaves chopped for flavor & color for garnish Salt and pepper to taste Hot dog buns Butter Mix all the ingredients together a little at a time to taste. Lightly butter the outsides of the buns and grill to golden. Fill the buns with the salad and enjoy.

Other popular ingredients include Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, fennel, tarragon, dill, chives, oil, butter and any other herbs. Just use a few drops or leaves of whatever you use.

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