Tahoe Backcountry inspires Watercolor Dreamscapes
With all of her senses engaged, she creates watercolors that capture her love affair with Tahoe and nature.
Meet Joyce Major, North Shore watercolorist.
What’s Brewing in South Shore? Find out at Tahoe Java.
Tahoe Java is more than a tasteful local gem.
It's helping to revive the Swiss Chalet Village.
Watercolor demo by Randall Straus June 11
"Painting is largely a matter of inspiration and seeing things clearly," Randall Straus, North Shore artist.
Sculptured Masterpieces by David Foster @ Haldan Art Gallery thru June 21
His art embodies Renaissance ideals of blending classical beauty with naturalism.
To everything, there is a season…
To everything (turn, turn, turn) There is a season (turn, turn, turn) And a time for every purpose, under heavenAlpine Meadows Patrol Dog Trading Cards
To see their wispy blonde tails waving like flags is one of the best greetings one could ever ask for at the top of Alpine Meadows.
Heart & Solstice Festival June 19-22, Tahoe City
Summer begins in Tahoe City with this 4 day festival.
“Between Heaven and a Hard Place” by Dr. Stew
He's known by many as Dr. Love.
He walks the talk and brings light into everything he does and every interaction.
T Pots Pottery. A Truckee Staple.
Her art has such personality.
Bold and beautiful. Lively. Animated.
At the same time, it has function and purpose.
Cycling Celebration: Tour de Nez @ Northstar June 17-22, 2008
One of the country's top professional bicycling stage races - Tour de Nez - will be headquartered at Northstar June 17 - 22, 2008.
In addition to the 6 day stage races, there's plenty of riding for amateurs and all levels of cycling fun hogs.
The LT Water Trail. A Paddler’s Paradise.
Have you always wanted to paddle around the lake, but thought it was too hard to camp or get supplies?
Well now it's easy!
ARC benefit June 14 @ Northstar
It stands for Adventure, Risk & Challenge.
A summer leadership and literacy program that helps change the lives of minority youth in the best place of all....the outdoors!
Dancin’ With The Blue Footed Boobies, June 14 @ IV Library
Learn about the Galapagos Islands with Myths & Mountains, an award winning adventure travel company based in Incline Village.
Sesko and Smith Art Reception @ Dragonfly June 11, 5 to 6:30pm
Dragonfly kicks off the summer season with an art reception for Truckee artist Carole Sesko, and Kings Beach artist Sara Smith.
How to keep your Indoor Air Quality Healthy
Green sustainable buildings, as you have learned, are great at keeping in heat and keeping out cold.
What about the air inside a tight, warm cozy house?
Truckee River Duck Races & Dogs in Duds raise $ for Humane Society June 8
Dogs, and their owners, and some rubber ducks will be raising money for the Tahoe/Truckee Humane Society June 8.
Not sure how the two were combined, but heck - why not?
Recycle your Rechargeable Batteries & Cell phones
Did you know...Consumers use an average of six wireless products in their day-to-day lives? Not sure that's true in Tahoe, but the average cell phone is replaced (or upgraded) every 18 to 24 months.
Clean UP day in KB, Tahoe Vista and Carnelian Bay- June 7
Keep North Tahoe Clean.
All volunteers get a free gift, refreshments and a raffle ticket for prizes!
TRT Nat’l Trail Day June 7 in Tahoe City
Help build a new segment on the TRT from Tahoe City to Brockway.
Part of National Trail Days, June 7.
Delicious in Brickelltown, June 6
Taste the local flavor.
Container Gardening May 28 @ IV Library
Tahoe is perfect for container gardening.
Get Paid to Recycle Your Oil
What a great incentive.
Drop off your used oil for FREE. And get paid!
Truckee. The Greenest Small Town in America? Learn how May 24-25
The goal is simple: The Town of Truckee is working to become the Greenest Small Town in America by the year 2010.
And you can help!
Melinda Plumbridge @ No. Tahoe Arts thru June 2
"It's wonderful living in a place where there is inspiration everywhere you look."
Local artist, Melinda Plumbridge.
Call to Artists: Original Poster Needed for Annual Wine Tasting Event
Here's your chance.
Soroptimist Int'l of South Lake Tahoe is seeking an original poster design for its 2008 "An Evening of Food and Wine Tasting" fund raising event held in November.
In addition to exposure of your talents, you can also win $500 + 2 tickets!
Contest runs until May 31.
Amy Barber Washoe Indian Basket part of South Shore Art Appraiser Collection
Amy Barber (1910-2000) came from a long line of Washoe basket weavers.
Along with master basket weaver Dat-So-La-Lee, Amy Barber helped to preserve the tradition and culture of the Washoe in their beautiful baskets.
Tahoe-scape Light Fixtures combine Artistry and Function
Can't get enough Tahoe?
May we suggest a beautiful Tahoe landscape etched into your light fixture.
The Queen of Tahoe turns 25. Why are there paddlewheelers on Tahoe?
Hard to believe, but it's true.
The legendary Tahoe Queen has been cruising Lake Tahoe for 25 years.
Intro to Ornithology (Birding) at LTCC starts May 20
Want to learn more about the bird life in Tahoe?
Tallac Historic Site - A Cultural Treasure
It is one of South Shore's best kept secrets.
Challenges keep Truckee photographer Focused
His challenge is capturing "quintessential moments".
He says it keeps him focused.
Recycled earrings handmade in South Shore.
This new, locally-made jewelry is light as a...well, as a piece of paper!
Or a few pieces of paper that is.
Sand Harbor Spring Paddle, May 17
Learn about Lake Tahoe's underwater geology and safe paddling techniques as you glide along the east shore route of the LT Water Trail.
Sand Harbor Spring Paddle Day
sponsored by the Lake Tahoe Water Trail
Saturday, May 17
Sand Harbor State Park
Woodie Woodpecker spotted @ Fallen Leaf
Their pecking sounds painful.
They're so loud that sometimes they sound like jackhammers.
The Magical Sounds of Tahoe Birds
Cheese-Burg-er.
It's the distinctive 3-note whistle of the Mountain Chickadee.
Look. Up in the sky! It’s a Pelican! A Pelican?
You've probably seen them.
Big white birds. Only 6-12 at a time, flying in perfect formation high in the sky.
Melissa Coray Peak named after Pioneer Trail Blazer
While many call it Emigrant Peak, it's actually named after Melissa Coray, a Mormon pioneer woman who walked over 2,000 miles to the west.
Local Women of Poetry take the Stage @ Valhalla May 22
They've been receiving accolades for their latest collection of poems that stir the soul.
Suzanne Roberts and June Sylvester Saraceno will be reading and signing books at the Valhalla Grand Hall in South Shore on May 22.
Sailing Season “Officially” Opens May 24
Sailing on Lake Tahoe is one of our greatest indulgences.
The lake is considered sanctuary by many.
Wine Walk fund raiser for TAP May 24
No guilt here.
It's a fund raiser for TAP, so you know it's good.
Truckee Woodworking Artist: Tom Beebe
Meet Tom Beebe.
Truckee local since 1973. And master craftsman.
Tom enjoys sharing his passion for creativity through his fine woodworking.
The perfect pairing: Art, Food and Wine @ Trio in Truckee
Indulgent.
Artistic.
Tasteful.
Plant your Paper. See how it’s made May 25.
This is such a great idea.
Not only can you buy recycled decorative paper, you can get it with wildflower seeds in it too.
Get the Word Out. LT Writing Club.
So you have something to say? Join the club.
The Lake Tahoe Writing Club that is.
Tahoe Treasures found in South Shore
What all started as a few pieces for themselves, has blossomed into a full line of jewelry.
Tahoe Treasures, a South Shore gem.
Pro Bike Racer opens Frame Shop in South Shore
She's a pro mtb downhill racer.
And art framer.
Meet Tasa Herndon.
Memory Blankets by Kate Dailey, South Shore Artist
Have a drawer or closet full of memories, but you just can't part with them?
Don't lose sleep any more.
Get a Memory Blanket.
Animal Fetish Rattle Workshop May 17 & 18
Animals hold many keys to life if we just listen.
Don't miss this retreat to help you get in tune with your animal totem.
Frogs by K. Schwartz, South Shore Illustrator
The magical and insightful world of frogs.
Insightful?
Frogs are one of nature's headline bands signaling change.
Listen up.
ID Birds with South Shore Group and Class
Spring in Tahoe is an exciting time for nature watchers!
by Sue Stevenson, South Shore bird watcher and watercolorist
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