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“Seasons of Martis” by 32 Artists, Oct 1-5
Talk about artists in action.
October 1st through 4th, you can watch over 32 local and regional artists paint "en plein air" (outdoors) in various locations around the Martis Valley.
The Odd Couple twist @ Valhalla Oct 2-4
The Odd Couple, Neil Simon's classic take on friendship, gets a feminine spin this fall at the Valhalla Boathouse Theater.
Passport to Dining in KB. October 2 @ 6pm
It's become an annual event not to be missed.
An evening to celebrate good friends, good food and good times - Tahoe style.
Side by Side by Brian Wetzel, LTCC Oct 3
Brian Wetzel was a professional comedian and speaker whose career and personal life were absorbed by his 20 year struggle with clinical depression and subsequent addiction.
Today, he is helping others affected by depression through comedy.
League to Skate Lake Tahoe fundraiser Oct 3 at Squaw
Don't miss this fundraiser for The League to Skate Lake Tahoe.
The Airblaster movie "August", and Think Thank Productions "Stack Footy" movie at Squaw on October 3.
Annual Solar Home Tour in South Shore Oct 4
One of our favorite local events.
The annual Solar Home Tour in South Shore sponsored by Tahoe Solar Designs.
Firefest 2008, October 4
It's part of Fire Prevention Week, and a LOT of fun.
Not only will you learn about making our homes safe with fire resistant construction demonstrations and smoke alarms, you get to shoot firehoses, and meet Smokey the Bear and Sparky the Fire Dog.
Candy Bliss in Brickelltown Oct 3 First Friday
Sweet!
With Halloween just around the corner, this First Friday art show is all about the treat.
The Donner Party Hike, Oct 4-5
While Truckee history is renowned for the Donner Party, there is a wealth of captivating emigrant history that envelopes the Truckee Donner area in addition to the hardships of building the transcontinental railroad.
Downtown Truckee Wine, Walk and Shop: October 4
Wine lovers and foodies unite at this annual event to raise money for Truckee non-profits.
Last year Matt Rusanoff, a Truckee native, whose passion and love for Truckee accelerated the preservation of this historic town was honored.
The Circle of Life: Kokanee Salmon Festival Oct 4 & 5
Nature's art show is in full display as the Kokanee salmon swim up Taylor Creek for their annual dance of life.
The best ski movie ever? Check it out Oct 4.
You be the judge.
Matchstick Productions' new release, "CLAIM, The Greatest Ski Movie... EVER!" premieres at the Olympic Village Lodge on October 4.
Camp Rich Oktoberfest Oct 4 & 5
Guess the correct weight of the Giant Pumpkin and you can take it home.
It's all part of Oktoberfest 2008 at Camp Richardson.
Art Jam at KidZone, Friday Nights
Truckee's best local artists are teaching at the KidZone on Friday nights.
It's Art Jam baby.
“Winners” on exhibit @ LTCC starting Oct 9
The college's Student Gallery will open this fall with a group exhibition titled, "Winners."
Rockabilly at Valhalla October 9 @ 7:30 pm
At last. A rockabilly concert.
This high energy show by Ruby Dee and the Snakehandlers is "a whip-smart mix of Stray Cats-fed rockabilly and Blasters-inspired alt-country with a nod towards Cash and Cline."- Austin Chronicle.
Hmmm. Better check out this last live concert at Valhalla on October 9.
He’s so Annoying…Final Play at Valhalla Oct 10-11 & 17-19
You may know someone just like him. (Sorry.)
If nothing seems to work, maybe a little comedy will be the perfect remedy... for everyone!
Laughter is the best medicine.
Rick Gunn featured at LT Bike Festival, October 10 and 16, November 1
Following his heart warming 3-year journey around the world, we all know Rick Gunn.
Without a doubt, Rick's pursuit of raising money for the Make a Wish Foundation and finding the meaning of life has enriched all of us.
Free Flying Movies at Truckee Airport October 5
Hey Ace!
DYK...you can see all your favorite flying movies at the Truckee-Tahoe Airport?
And they're free!
TAIKOPROJECT pumps up South Shore Oct 11
You'll have to try and sit still. TAIKOPROJECT - the internationally acclaimed troupe of taiko drummers - is coming to the LT Community College October 11.Harvest Festival Oct 11-18
So what do you do with all the pine needles this fall?
Build a scarecrow, of course!
And you may even win a prize.
“Defining Your Own Journey…Musically Speaking” with Rex Lewis-Clack Oct 12
His is a story about turning trauma into triumph, finding ability in disability.
Knock on Wood snowboard flick, Montbleu Oct 11
It's the seventh snowboard film by First Track Productions.
While Knock on Wood features new riders, the genre is classic FTP - simple and pure: Capturing the essence of snowboarding.
Strut your Mutt for a Good Cause Oct 12
If you've ever wanted to play poker with your dog, here's your chance.
Tahoe LUNA Chix Pink Party Oct. 17, 2008
These chicks are on a roll.
Brought together by their passion for cycling and helping their community, they created the Tahoe LUNA Chix, a non-profit organization that raises funds to support local and national breast cancer programs.
In 2008, Tahoe LUNA Chix has granted more than $11,500 to local breast cancer programs.
Go Girls!
Fall Watercolor Workshop Oct 17 & 18
Watercolors By Jan Foss is offering a 2-day Fall Watercolor Workshop on October 17th & 18th from 10-4 each day.
SIGBA’s Green Building Tour of North Lake Tahoe - Oct 18
Want to explore new green ideas for remodeling and new green construction?
Join the Sierra Green Building Association's (SiGBA) Green Building Tour.
Friends for Fro Benefit, Oct 19 @ Alpine Meadows
Through his writing, award-winning local author Robert "Fro" Frohlich has touched countless people who love the Tahoe and Truckee area and the Sierra Nevada.
Now in return, the local community is reaching out to support him during this great time of need.
Understanding Fair Trade, Oct 20 & 25 in Truckee
While there are several basic principles and practices, the bottom line goal of Fair Trade is the cultivation and preservation of Human Dignity.
But, what does it mean, and how does it impact us?
Backyard Native Plants: Friend or Foe? Oct 23 @ SNC
Tahoe's native plants evolved when fires were a common occurrence.
AcroYoga Playshop, Oct 18
If you're bored with your current yoga regimen, you might want to try this.
AcroYoga.
Ragchew @ Truckee’s Downtown Underground Bookstore
You'll be constantly entertained here.
If not by the huge collection of rare books and great coffee, then by the events and free movie nights!
Hula Hoop Dance Classes @ Reagan Beach
Remember how much fun it was?
It still is!
Now you can join other hula hoop dancers in South Shore.
Creative Writing Workshops in Truckee
So you love to write, but lack the discipline or motivation.
Or, you want to write, but don't know how to get started.
Find your inspiration here!
A Taste of Tahoe Skiing with Warren Miller, Nov 15
He'll take us on a memorable journey of Tahoe skiing, snowboarding through food, fashion, and flair.
Who better to celebrate Tahoe Skiing than Warren Miller?!
Vamos A Mexico! with LTCC in Summer 2009
No, it's not too early to start planning for next summer to study abroad in Mexico.
Enroll by November 1, 2009 and receive a $100 discount.
TAP brings History to Life, November 5-7
What was it like to live in another time? How does history shape our lives?
This November, TAP will take you on a journey to a watershed moment in time with Living Voices.
Did you know… You can Learn to Salsa in Truckee?
As if we didn't have enough distractions already.
Now we can learn to Salsa!
Bare Bones Open Mic Night @ Valhalla, Sept 24, 7:30pm
Is stage fright holding you back?
Not any more.
Story Time at SLT Library every Friday
Just for preschoolers, this weekly story time includes games and crafts!
Speed Golf at Tahoe Paradise GC Sept 25
If you are a runner and golfer, this game is for you.
Speed golf.
Halfa in the Sky Sept 27
Open floor belly dancing with the best.
Namira.
Local Artists Thrive at Valhalla in September
Live performances and local artists are overflowing at South Shore's cultural headquarters.
Valhalla.
Wine Walk for TAP, Sept 27 from 1-4pm
Put on your dancing shoes and head to the Wine Walk fundraiser for Tahoe Arts Project on Sept 27.
“Modernist Artists in Provence” at SNC, Sept 29
Matisse and Picasso are coming to Tahoe.
The Chinese Immigrant Experience Sept 21 @ Donner Memorial State Park
Chinese immigrants played a pivotal role in the development of Truckee in the 1860s.
From the construction of the Central Pacific Railroad that linked Reno and the high sierra with Sacramento, to lumber and ice harvesting, over 10,000 Chinese immigrants helped put Truckee on the map.
But at what cost?
Flying Doctors! “Los Medicos Voladores” Sept 24 @ 7pm
He's one of our local pilots who travels to Mexico to provide free medical care.
And he's like to share his story. Meet Bob Horvath.
Identify Cyngus the Swan on Guided Tour Sept 24
Sizzling sunsets set the stage followed by alpenglow, and finally a pitch black sky illuminates the stars and planets.
Fall Star Party at Sand Harbor, Sept 27
See large gaseous emission nebulae, M13 and supernova remnants.
This fall, UC Davis and Space Science for Schools scientists and volunteers are throwing a Star Party on the South Beach at Sand Harbor.
Tahoe: Lost & Found Art Auction @ Valhalla, September 19 at 6pm
Get ready to bid.
The Tahoe: Lost & Found Art Auction takes place September 19 at Valhalla, starting at 6pm with flamenco jazz by Martin & Vargas, and local cuisine by Blue Angel Café, Grass Roots and Wide Awake Conscious Café.
Twenty-one local artists are helping to raise money to replace library books lost in the homes affected by the Angora fire and a burn-area landmark.
Click here to see the 42 works of art up for bid.
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